5 Ramen Restaurants in Albany, NY
Every ramen restaurant we track in Albany, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, filter by feature, or switch to the map. Always confirm hours before you go.
5 ramen restaurants on this page
5 ramen restaurants
Tanpopo Ramen and Sake Bar
893 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207Closed — 11AM–10PM
Japanese-style noodle soups including vegetarian options dished up in a historic railcar diner.
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Sushi Tei
1800 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Closed — 11AM–10:30PM
Relaxed Japanese eatery serving cooked fare & creative sushi rolls, plus beer, wine & sake.
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Kuma Ani
109 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205Closed — 11AM–9PM
Japanese eatery with street-chic decor dishing up ramen, rice bowls & Chinese-style noodles.
JiBeiChuan Rice Noodles & Ramen季北川
1704 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Closed — 11AM–9PM
JiBeiChuan Rice Noodles & Ramen季北川 is a ramen restaurant in Albany, NY.
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Kazan Sushi, Ramen & BBQ
1 Crossgates Mall Rd, Albany, NY 12203Closed — 11AM–10PM
Kazan Sushi, Ramen & BBQ is a ramen restaurant in Albany, NY.
Finding Great Ramen in Albany, New York
Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Albany, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Albany, NY, 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 5 ramen spots in and around Albany, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, Tanpopo Ramen and Sake Bar is the highest-rated ramen in Albany right now at 4.6 stars, with Sushi Tei 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 Albany
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 Albany 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.
When you have exhausted Albany, it is easy to keep going — explore all ramen restaurants in New York or browse every city and state in the directory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ramen restaurant in Albany, NY?+
By rating, Tanpopo Ramen and Sake Bar is currently the top ramen spot in Albany at 4.6 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 Albany, NY?+
There are 5 ramen spots listed in Albany, NY 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 Albany?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Albany — 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 Albany?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Albany, 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 Albany?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Albany 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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