Ramen Nakamichi is what happens when a neighbourhood ramen shop levels up without losing its soul. After closing Schlouppe Bistrot Nakamichi downtown, chef Jumpei Iwakiri and partner Yuri Ishikawa took over Thazard’s old Mile End digs and built something bigger, brighter, and more bar-friendly. The ramen still hits the same comforting notes—cloudy tonkotsu broth, chewy noodles, and a swirl of naruto for that perfect finish—but the menu’s broadened. Think oden stew, onigiri, fried eggplant, and karaage that holds its crunch. There are vegan and vegetarian options, too, without compromise. What’s new is the bar: a tight curation of sake, Japanese whisky, and Quebec spirits, all poured in a space designed by Hugues Coupal to feel both modern and lived-in. Sit at the counter to watch the kitchen work or take over a table with friends. It’s casual at lunch, vibey at night, and unmistakably Nakamichi.
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