Kazo Ramen’s original LaSalle location opened quietly but didn’t stay under the radar for long. Run by co-owners Ryan Huang and Marco Zhou, the shop built its reputation on broths that don’t cut corners—slow-cooked tonkotsu, clear chicken and beef stocks, and a standout spicy sesame tan tan loaded with cha shu and ground pork. It’s a tight, unfussy spot where the noodles are made in-house and matched to each broth style—thin for the rich stuff, thick for lighter soups. While the ramen is the clear draw, the karaage with citrus mayo has its own cult following. There’s nothing flashy about the space, but that’s the point. In a neighbourhood not exactly known for its ramen game, Kazo carved out a loyal following by sticking to the fundamentals: quality, consistency, and flavour that speaks for itself.
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