1Pho Lao Kitchen Der
Pho Lao Kitchen Der, out in Johnson City, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 229 reviews.
Best Ramen In Johnson City, Tennessee — 18 Spots
Every spot we track for best ramen in Johnson City, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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2Taiwan On Bubble Tea & Sushi Café
Taiwan On Bubble Tea & Sushi Café, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 171 reviews.
3The Roots Vietnamese Restaurant
The Roots Vietnamese Restaurant, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 666 reviews.
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4The Kimchi Market
The Kimchi Market, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 321 reviews.
5Yong Asian House
Casual restaurant serving a mix of Asian dishes, including dim sum, pad Thai & sushi.
6Hachimi Japanese Cuisine
Hachimi Japanese Cuisine, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 612 reviews.
7Hana Asian Fusion, Sushi & Bar
Hana Asian Fusion, Sushi & Bar, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 203 reviews.
Closed — 11:30AM–3PM, 4:30–9PM+1 423-656-6568Website1811 W State of Franklin Rd #3, Johnson City, TN 37604
8GINZA ALL YOU CAN EAT SUSHI (Hibachi, Thai Food and Chinese Food)
GINZA ALL YOU CAN EAT SUSHI (Hibachi, Thai Food and Chinese Food), in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 51 reviews.
9Juan Siao
Juan Siao, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 721 reviews.
10iEat at Hana
iEat at Hana, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 403 reviews.
Closed — 11:30AM–3PM, 4:30–9PM+1 423-707-8090Website1811 W State of Franklin Rd #2, Johnson City, TN 37604
11Misaki Japanese Steakhouse
Misaki Japanese Steakhouse, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 389 reviews.
12Cafe One 11
Chinese, Indian, & Thai-inspired dishes with full sushi menu in a space with gem-toned decor.
13Fuji Japanese Steakhouse
Fuji Japanese Steakhouse, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 333 reviews.
14Moto Japanese Restaurant
Compact establishment featuring a simple menu of classic Pan-Asian dishes made in a casual setting.
15Yuimaru Kitchen
Yuimaru Kitchen, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 936 reviews.
16Wok and Hibachi
Stir-fries & grill fare are the focus of this Pan-Asian venue with Chinese, Japanese & Thai options.
17Yamato Japanese Steakhouse
Strip-mall restaurant featuring Japanese hibachi dishes made on an open grill in a casual setting.
18Nori Japan
Nori Japan, in Johnson City, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 127 reviews.
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Best Ramen In Johnson City, Tennessee
When I am after best ramen in Johnson City, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward best ramen, so it is easy to compare ratings, hours, and photos and pick the bowl you actually want — or switch to the map and tap "Use my location" to sort the same list by distance.
What makes great best ramen
The best ramen restaurants share a few traits: a broth simmered in-house rather than shortcuts, noodles with real bite, and a rating that holds up across a large number of reviews rather than a handful of lucky five-stars. This map is sorted so the highest-rated, most-reviewed spots near you rank first.
How I find the best best ramen in Johnson City
My approach is simple: I favor shops that specialize rather than do a little of everything, and I trust a strong rating that holds up across plenty of reviews over a perfect score from just a few. In Johnson City, I open a couple of listings, skim the most recent reviews and the photos, and go with the bowl that looks carefully made. The map keeps everything sorted by distance, so you are never trading quality for a long drive.
Tips for ordering best ramen
- •Sort by distance once you set your location so the nearest best ramen in Johnson City is on top.
- •Open a few listings and read the most recent reviews — fresh, specific praise is the best signal.
- •Use the Filters button to stack on what matters: open now, price, or dietary needs.
- •Ask the shop for noodle firmness and spice level so the bowl arrives exactly how you like it.
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What is the best ramen in Johnson City?+
The map above is sorted so the highest-rated ramen restaurants in Johnson City, TN rank first, with review count as the tiebreaker. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location" to see the best bowl closest to you.
How is "best" ranked on this page?+
Rating first, review count as the tiebreaker, and a minimum review threshold so a perfect score from only a few reviews doesn't outrank a proven favorite with thousands behind it.
Is the top-ranked spot in Johnson City always the right pick?+
It's a strong default, but layering on a broth filter — tonkotsu, miso, shoyu, or shio — helps you find the best option within the specific style you're craving that day.
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