49 Ramen Restaurants in Ann Arbor, MI
Every ramen restaurant we track in Ann Arbor, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, filter by feature, or switch to the map. Always confirm hours before you go.
49 ramen restaurants on this page
49 ramen restaurants
Noori Chicken Ann Arbor
1317 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11:30AM–9PM
Noori Chicken Ann Arbor, out in Ann Arbor, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 567 reviews.
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Möge Tee Ann Arbor
2603 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Möge Tee Ann Arbor, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,196 reviews.
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Palgong Tea Ann Arbor
2264 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Closed — 11AM–9PM
Palgong Tea Ann Arbor, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 181 reviews.
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Tam Sung Thai Food Truck
1928 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 12–8PM
Tam Sung Thai Food Truck, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 36 reviews.
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Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse Ann Arbor
4641 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48108Closed — 12–10PM
Bustling spot presenting theatrical teppanyaki grill shows, plus specialty sushi rolls & a full bar.
Poke fish sushi
3500 Washtenaw Ave E-4, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Strip-mall Japanese cafe serving popular dishes including custom poke-style sushi bowls & hot fare.
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Plate Sushi & Chicken
1133 Broadway St, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 11AM–9PM
Informal, industrial-chic restaurant serving Japanese specialties along with chicken wings.
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Rich J.C. | Korean Restaurant
1313 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–8:30PM
Tiny Korean cafe with bar seating & a straightforward menu of noodle, rice, soup & meat dishes.
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Kanbu Asian Mart
249 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–8PM
Kanbu Asian Mart, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 28 reviews.
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Slurping Turtle
608 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11:30AM–11PM
Industrial-chic Japanese choice with long communal tables for tapas, noodles & sushi, plus sake.
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Totoro
215 S State St #2031, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11:30AM–3PM, 4–10PM
Sleek little spot for Japanese specialties such as tempura & udon, plus creative sushi rolls.
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Bell's Diner
2167 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Closed — 8AM–8PM
Functional restaurant offering traditional diner fare & Korean specialties in an unassuming space.
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Bewon
3574 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 12–2:30PM, 4:30–8PM
Family-owned restaurant dishing generous portions of traditional Korean grilled fare in simple digs.
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Momo Sushi - Ann Arbor
895 W Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Closed — 11AM–9PM
Sushi with fusion preparations including burritos, creative rolls & poke bowls plus bibimbop.
DKY Sushi
283 S Zeeb Rd H, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Closed — 12–9PM
DKY Sushi, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 333 reviews.
KANBU Sushi Downtown
241 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11:30AM–3PM, 4:30–9:30PM
Standard Japanese restaurant serving sushi, poke bowls & seafood noodle soups in relaxed surrounds.
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Broadway Cafe: Korean Cuisine & Hoagies
1139 Broadway St, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 11AM–5PM
Traditional Korean specialties, plus signature hoagies, served in an unfussy locale.
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Bao Space
205 N Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Hours not listed — confirm directly before you go.
Bao Space, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 232 reviews.
Eat Thai Ann Arbor
332 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–4AM
Eat Thai Ann Arbor, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 191 reviews.
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Korner Kitchen
Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11:30AM–8:30PM
Korner Kitchen, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 182 reviews.
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Yotsuba Japanese Restaurant
2222 Hogback Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 11:30AM–9PM
Modern, minimalist space for sushi, teriyaki & more served in booths or traditional tatami rooms.
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Tomukun Korean BBQ
505 E Liberty St Suite 100, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11:30AM–9:30PM
Open dining space featuring Korean BBQ & a ramen noodle menu, plus Asian draft beers & spirits.
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Miss Kim
415 N 5th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Trendy spot for traditional Korean fare with a modern, seasonal twist in contemporary surrounds.
King Shing
2865 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108Closed — 11AM–9:45PM
King Shing, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 632 reviews.
Kang's Korean Restaurant
1327 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–9PM
A classic menu of homestyle Korean fare is offered by this humble, longtime eatery.
Dalat Restaurant
2216 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Closed — 11AM–7:30PM
Long-running, family-owned eatery serving Vietnamese fare, including pho, in simple environs.
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Seoul Garden
3125 Boardwalk Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108Closed — 12–10PM
Seoul Garden, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 317 reviews.
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Tabe
209 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–11PM
Tabe, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 242 reviews.
Peridot
118 W Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 5PM–12AM
Peridot, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 216 reviews.
Saigon Kitchen & Bar
521 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11:30AM–11PM
Saigon Kitchen & Bar, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 125 reviews.
BAOBAO ASIAN EATERY
3365 Washtenaw Ave Suite E, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–2:30PM, 4:30–8:30PM
BAOBAO ASIAN EATERY, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 98 reviews.
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Tomukun Noodle Bar
505 E Liberty St Suite #200, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11:30AM–10PM
Upmarket noodle house dishes up udon, ramen & Pan-Asian mains amid a rich wood interior.
Sadako Japanese Restaurant
1321 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11:30AM–9PM
Sushi, sashimi, rolls & bento box lunch specials served in a bustling space with a relaxed vibe.
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UMI SUSHI
3393 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 12–10PM
Modest, wood-accented dining room featuring creative presentations of Japanese & Korean food.
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ARIRANG KOREAN RESTAURANT
3135 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Bibimbop, bulgogi & other traditional Korean meals are served up in a relaxed, bustling setting.
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Paris Banh Mi
607 E William St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Closed — 10AM–10PM
Paris Banh Mi, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 125 reviews.
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Godaiko
3105 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Closed — 12–10PM
Roomy, unpretentious locale for sushi, hibachi-grill specialties & Japanese-American fusion dishes.
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One Bowl Asian Cuisine
Ann Arbor Plaza, 1220 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–9PM
Pan-Asian cafe offering noodle soups, from pho to ramen, plus curries & Korean chow in casual digs.
No Thai! Plymouth Rd.
North AA location, 1745 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 11AM–10PM
Local chain spot preparing noodles, stir-fries & other familiar Thai dishes in a low-key space.
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Yee Siang Dumplings
4837 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48108Closed — 11AM–10PM
Cozy Chinese eatery serving dumplings with inventive fillings, plus classic Asian mains.
Nagomi Sushi and Korean BBQ
1754 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Mellow restaurant serving sushi, creative rolls & other Japanese fare in functional surroundings.
Thai Spoon
4119 Stone School Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108Closed — 12–8:15PM
Thai Spoon, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 375 reviews.
Saica Restaurant
1733 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 12–9PM
Casual, contemporary restaurant specializing in Japanese & Korean fare with a focus on sushi.
The Seoul
620 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 12–10PM
The Seoul, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 218 reviews.
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Noodles and Company
2245 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Closed — 10:30AM–8PM
Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai.
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Mama Satto
715 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 12–10PM
Ramen & udon soups, sushi rolls & other Japanese staples round out the menu at this casual outpost.
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Evergreen Restaurant
2771 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105Closed — 11AM–10PM
Spacious Chinese standby lures locals with its regional dishes, lunch deals & laid-back atmosphere.
Noodles and Company
3601 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–9PM
Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai.
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Lan City Noodle Bar
1235 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104Closed — 11AM–3PM, 4–9:30PM
Lan City Noodle Bar, in Ann Arbor, is next up, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 312 reviews.
Is this your ramen restaurant? Claim it →I've eaten ramen across Ann Arbor more times than I can count at this point, and what consistently surprises visitors is how seriously the city takes noodles. Ann Arbor punches dramatically above its size for ramen quality. The University of Michigan's large Japanese student population, a food-literate faculty and professional community, and the city's general commitment to quality dining have produced an exceptional ramen scene for a city of 120,000. Whether you're a tonkotsu loyalist, a miso devotee, or someone who has never ordered ramen from a proper shop before, Ann Arbor has a bowl for you — you just need to know where to look.
I put together this guide using Google ratings, review volume, and neighborhood context to surface the 7 spots that deserve your attention. The top-rated restaurant in Ann Arbor right now is Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse Ann Arbor at 4.7 stars — but every shop on this list is worth the trip.
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Where to Find Ramen in Ann Arbor: Neighborhood by Neighborhood
Ann Arbor has Michigan's most per-capita impressive ramen scene, and the geography matters. Not every neighborhood has equal access to quality noodles — here's where to focus your search:
Downtown / State Street
Ann Arbor's core restaurant district. State Street and Main Street house most of the city's best ramen, with shops that cater equally to students looking for value and professors looking for quality. The concentration here is remarkable for a city this size.
Kerrytown
Ann Arbor's historic market district. Kerrytown's independent restaurant culture includes some of the city's most thoughtful Japanese cooking, with chefs who treat ramen as craft rather than commodity.
Stadium / South Main
The neighborhood around Michigan Stadium extends a walkable restaurant zone into a slightly more local-focused area. Several strong Japanese restaurants here serve year-round regulars rather than football-day crowds.
Ann Arbor-Specific Ordering Tips
Ann Arbor's large Japanese student population makes this one of the most discerning ramen markets in the Midwest. Restaurants that don't meet the standard of students who've eaten ramen their whole lives in Japan don't survive here. That culls the field significantly — the shops that remain are genuinely good.
Not sure which broth to order? Read our complete guide to the 4 types of ramen — tonkotsu, shoyu, shio, and miso — before you go. Five minutes of reading will transform how you order.
How We Ranked These Spots
Every restaurant on this list was ranked by analyzing Google reviews — not just star averages, but the content of what real diners said about broth quality, noodle texture, service, and value. We weighted review volume heavily (a 4.7 from 500 diners tells you more than a 4.9 from 12), and we applied a recency filter to prioritize shops that are consistently good right now, not shops coasting on a reputation built years ago.
You can also filter ramen by broth type — find tonkotsu ramen near you, find shoyu ramen, or find miso ramen across our full directory.
Finding Great Ramen in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Ann Arbor, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Ann Arbor, MI, 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 49 ramen spots in and around Ann Arbor, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, Noori Chicken Ann Arbor is the highest-rated ramen in Ann Arbor right now at 4.9 stars, with Möge Tee Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor
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 Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor, it is easy to keep going — explore all ramen restaurants in Michigan or browse every city and state in the directory.
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Finding More Ramen in Ann Arbor
The restaurants on this list represent the top picks based on rating and review volume, but Ann Arbor's ramen scene has more to offer than any single ranked list can capture. New shops open regularly, seasonal specials change the best-bowl calculation, and neighborhood gems that haven't yet accumulated hundreds of reviews deserve discovery too.
For the most current view of ramen in Ann Arbor, check our blog for updated guides, or use the broth type filter to find specific styles across the metro. If you want to compare Ann Arbor's scene to other cities, we cover ramen in dozens of US cities — the directory is the fastest way to find your next bowl wherever you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ramen restaurant in Ann Arbor, MI?+
By rating, Noori Chicken Ann Arbor is currently the top ramen spot in Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor, MI?+
There are 49 ramen spots listed in Ann Arbor, MI 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 Ann Arbor?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Ann Arbor — 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 Ann Arbor?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Ann Arbor, 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 Ann Arbor?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Ann Arbor 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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