16 Ramen Restaurants in Ames, IA
Every ramen restaurant we track in Ames, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, filter by feature, or switch to the map. Always confirm hours before you go.
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16 ramen restaurants
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RINCONCITO HISPANO
823 Wheeler St #1, Ames, IA 50010, USAClosed now
RINCONCITO HISPANO, in Ames, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5.
Ippin Ramen & Sushi & Izakaya
2960 4th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401, USAClosed now
Ippin Ramen & Sushi & Izakaya, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.
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1+1 Restaurant & Tea
2814 West St, Ames, IA 50014, USAClosed now
1+1 Restaurant & Tea, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
Wasabi Ames Somerset
2707 Kent Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USAClosed now
Wasabi Ames Somerset, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
Rinconcito Hispano 2
305 E Lincoln Wy, Ames, IA 50010, USAClosed now
Rinconcito Hispano 2, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
Pho & Tea
725 24th St #102, Ames, IA 50010, USAClosed now
Pho & Tea, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
Fuji Japanese Steak House
1614 S Kellogg Ave #101, Ames, IA 50010, USAClosed now
Fuji Japanese Steak House, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
Teriyaki House Japanese Grill
1802 SE Delaware Ave Ste 108, Ankeny, IA 50021, USAClosed now
Teriyaki House Japanese Grill, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
Joy's Mongolian Grill | Chinese
112 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USAClosed now
Joy's Mongolian Grill | Chinese, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
Szechuan House | Chinese
3605 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014, USAClosed now
Szechuan House | Chinese, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
Wasabi Ames(South 16th)
926 S 16th St, Ames, IA 50010, USAClosed now
Wasabi Ames(South 16th), in Ames, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
Le's Restaurant
113 Colorado Ave #103, Ames, IA 50014, USAClosed now
Le's Restaurant, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
Noodles and Company
414 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USAClosed now
Noodles and Company, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5.
Wok N Roll
120 Welch Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USAClosed now
Wok N Roll, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5.
Ichiban Japanese Restaurant
117 Welch Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USAClosed now
Ichiban Japanese Restaurant, in Ames, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5.
Wow Bao @Garbanzo - Ames (IA)
414 S Duff Ave #103, Ames, IA 50010, USAClosed now
Wow Bao @Garbanzo - Ames (IA), in Ames, is next up, rated 1.1 out of 5.
Is this your ramen restaurant? Claim it →Finding Great Ramen in Ames, Iowa
Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Ames, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Ames, IA, and you can tap "Show distance from me" or switch to the map to sort by distance so the closest bowl is right at the top. Right now I am tracking 16 ramen spots in and around Ames, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, RINCONCITO HISPANO is the highest-rated ramen in Ames right now at 4.8 stars, with Ippin Ramen & Sushi & Izakaya close behind. That said, I always check a couple of listings myself — skim the recent reviews and the photos, since the bowl that looks carefully made usually is.
How I pick a ramen spot in Ames
My rule of thumb is to favor shops that focus on one or two broths and do them obsessively well, and to trust a strong rating that holds up across a lot of reviews over a perfect score from only a handful. Then I match the bowl to the moment — something rich and creamy when it is cold out, something light and clean for lunch. You can do the same right on the map: filter by broth style like tonkotsu, miso, shoyu, or shio, then layer on what matters that day.
Narrowing down what you are craving
Some nights I just need a bowl that is open this minute; other times I am planning ahead. The filters handle both. In Ames you can jump straight to ramen open now, ramen open late, spicy ramen, vegan ramen, or the top-rated ramen near you. If you are driving in, the "Free Parking" and "Delivers" filters save a lot of hassle too.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ramen restaurant in Ames, IA?+
By rating, RINCONCITO HISPANO is currently the top ramen spot in Ames at 4.8 stars. I still recommend opening a couple of listings to skim recent reviews and photos, then sorting the map by rating or distance to pick your bowl.
How many ramen restaurants are in Ames, IA?+
There are 16 ramen spots listed in Ames, IA on RamenNearYou — from quick counter shops to sit-down ramen bars. The map keeps the closest ones at the top once you set your location.
What types of ramen are available in Ames?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Ames — tonkotsu, miso, shoyu, and shio — plus styles like tsukemen and spicy bowls at some shops. Use the filter bar above the map to narrow by broth type, price, and dietary preference like vegan or vegetarian.
Is there ramen open late or open now in Ames?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Ames, or "Open Late" for spots going past 10 PM. Hours are checked against each restaurant's posted schedule, and a green "Open" badge confirms it.
How do I find ramen delivery near Ames?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Ames spots that offer delivery, then open a listing to order. For the freshest bowl, choose a place close to you or one that packs broth and noodles separately.
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