Yama Ramen Bar - Canmore

I visited Yama Ramen Bar in Canmore last year shortly after it opened, replacing the older Thai restaurant that was there before. The new decor is much more inviting, with local art on the walls. I went back recently and was pleasantly surprised to discover a large patio out back with great views of the busy street. We tried the Gyoza and my favorite Tan Tan ramen. They serve Sapporo in large cans, which paired perfectly with the hot soup. The food arrived quickly and piping hot. My Tan Tan had a spicy kick, while my boyfriend's Pho was more mild. There is something on the menu for everyone's taste.

We were there at Yama Raman Bar today, and quite honestly we were shocked that this kind of service still happens in Canada 2017! So, there were 3 issues1). Extra 18% charge was added on the bill unnoticedThere was no sign in the restaurant nor on the menu stating the extra charge. Some restaurants in Canada charge "party fee" for groups of 6 or more, but it is always reminded before you are seated, when you order, and it is written also on the menu. But not at Yama. 2) Instant Ramen quality at a restaurant priceCAD 15 / a bowl of miso ramen (Hokkaido) tasted as fine as the prepackaged instant ramen you can get in the supermarkets, it tasted ok. The egg on the ramen was not nitamago (Marinated Soft Boiled Egg), it was almost just raw! We wonder if it's because the restaurant is not operated by Japanese chef?!3) No rice at 6pm5 of us ordered 5 Ramen, and ordered one chicken rice bowl for kids, the waiter said they didn't have enough rice if we want more then one order of rice. So it's 6pm, at the beginning of peak hours in an Asian restaurant, they didn't prepared steamed rice. Ok. I felt that we were expected to order more meat dishes?! The waiter seemed so stressed about us not ordering "enough" that he had to ask us before we even finish ordering! It may because he need 6 order to make us as a "BIG PARTY"

We stopped in for lunch and were so happy we did! They have a small deck out front and an inside dining room. The décor is fresh and modern. The food was delicious and will satisfy your ramen cravings. My husband had ramen and I had Pho. Both were delicious, although the ramen was a little better. Wonderful, rich broth, lots of fresh veggies. service is friendly and attentive. Great value.

Really enjoyed our soups and noodle plate. Service was fast and friendly. Enjoyed the view of the mountains while sitting on the deck.

Was so excited to see this cute ramen bar. Outside deck was great with the views and the server was attentive. Ramen was good, but not great. Daughters pho needed alot of seasoning.. Disappointed that the gyoza was of the frozen variety.