1Win Urbandale Bowls
4.9(114)·Des Moines, IA
Win Urbandale Bowls, in Des Moines, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5.
20 Ramen Restaurants in Des Moines, IA
Every ramen restaurant we track in Des Moines, 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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12Vietopia Asian Fusion
4.8(196)·Des Moines, IA
Vietopia Asian Fusion, in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.
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5Wasabi Urbandale
4.7(145)·Des Moines, IA
Wasabi Urbandale, in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
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8910Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe
4.6(543)·Des Moines, IA
Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe, in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
11Hokkaido Ramen House
4.6(408)·Des Moines, IA
Hokkaido Ramen House, in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
12Ninja Sushi Ramen
4.6(320)·Des Moines, IA
Ninja Sushi Ramen, in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
13Hana Ramen Sushi
4.5(1,275)·Des Moines, IA
Hana Ramen Sushi, in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
14Teriyaki House Japanese Grill
4.5(462)·Des Moines, IA
Teriyaki House Japanese Grill, in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
151617Toyo Ramen & Japanese Street Foods
4.5(134)·Des Moines, IA
Toyo Ramen & Japanese Street Foods, in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
18Wasabi WDM (50th & Mills Civic)
4.5(69)·Des Moines, IA
Wasabi WDM (50th & Mills Civic), in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
19Samurai Sushi and Hibachi
4.2(921)·Des Moines, IA
Samurai Sushi and Hibachi, in Des Moines, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.
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Finding Great Ramen in Des Moines, Iowa
Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Des Moines, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Des Moines, 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 20 ramen spots in and around Des Moines, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, Win Urbandale Bowls is the highest-rated ramen in Des Moines right now at 4.9 stars, with Vietopia Asian Fusion 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 Des Moines
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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines, IA?+
By rating, Win Urbandale Bowls is currently the top ramen spot in Des Moines at 4.9 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 Des Moines, IA?+
There are 20 ramen spots listed in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Des Moines — 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 Des Moines?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Des Moines 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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