🍜 A New Chapter Begins: RamenBox Is Coming to Brunswick Square

RamenBox is officially coming soon to Brunswick Square.

After more than four decades, a familiar chapter at Brunswick Square quietly came to a close. The former John’s Tobacco and News served the Saint John community for nearly 47 years, becoming part of the daily routine for generations of locals.

Today, we’re proud to share that a new story is beginning in that very space.

🍜 What Is RamenBox?

RamenBox is a modern, self-serve instant ramen café built around simplicity, speed, and experience. Whether you’re on a quick lunch break, meeting friends downtown, or just craving something warm and comforting, RamenBox is designed to fit seamlessly into your day.

Here’s how it works:

🧊 Self-Serve Fridge – Choose your favourite instant ramen, drinks, and add-ons

💳 Tap & Go Checkout – Tap your card, take what you want, and you’re automatically charged for the items you remove

🍳 Prep Station – Use one of our 2 Smart Self-Serve Ramen Cookers to prepare your perfect bowl in minutes

🪑 Dine-In Comfort – Enjoy a cozy seating booth or one of our 4 bistro sets

🌊 Harbour Views – Take it all in from our floor-to-ceiling window overlooking the Saint John harbour

No lines. No waiting. Just great ramen, your way.

🌆 Why Brunswick Square?

Brunswick Square has always been a central part of downtown Saint John. It's a place where people pass through, meet up, and connect. As the city continues to evolve, we believe this iconic location is ready for something new, fresh, and exciting.

We’re honoured to take over a space with so much history and meaning, and we’re committed to contributing to the revitalization of Brunswick Square in a way that respects its past while building for the future.

💙 Honouring the Past, Building the Future

We recognize the legacy left behind by John’s Tobacco and News and the role it played in the community for nearly half a century. Businesses like that don’t just serve customers; they build relationships, routines, and memories.

RamenBox is stepping into this space with deep respect and a simple goal: to create a new kind of experience that people can enjoy, share, and make their own.

🚧 What’s Next?

We’re currently working hard behind the scenes to bring RamenBox to life from designing the space to installing our smart cooking stations and stocking our shelves with a variety of ramen options.

This is just the beginning.

Follow along as we share updates, sneak peeks, and our official opening date in the near future.

🍜 See You Soon, Saint John

We couldn’t be more excited to join the Brunswick Square community and welcome you into our very first RamenBox location.

Whether you're stopping in for a quick bite or staying to enjoy the view, we can’t wait to serve you.

RamenBox - Your ramen, your way. Coming soon. 👀🍜