Ramen Arashi in the Sundance Mall on Banff Ave fills a specific and important gap in the Banff dining landscape. The broth is made properly, which means a long simmer and a fat content that coats the bowl. The tonkotsu is the standard and the miso is the alternative worth ordering.
Portion sizes are honest. The price point is reasonable by Banff standards, which makes it one of the better options for a filling meal without the restaurant district pricing. The room is functional and the pace of service is fast, which works in your favour when the lineup is out the door at dinner on a summer evening.
Ramen Arashi does not try to be a destination restaurant. It tries to be the best bowl of ramen in Banff and it succeeds at that without qualification.
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