Best Ramen In Knoxville, Tennessee — 26 Spots
Every spot we track for best ramen in Knoxville, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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26 restaurants
Angry Dumplings Tea
1119 Sevier Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920Open today: 12–9PM
Angry Dumplings Tea, out in Knoxville, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 911 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →The S.E.A Ramen & Asian Kitchen
333 W Depot Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917Open today: 11AM–9PM
The S.E.A Ramen & Asian Kitchen, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 82 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Sticky Rice Cafe
100 Jack Dance St, Knoxville, TN 37919Closed — Closed today
Family-run eatery showcasing traditional Lao & Thai dishes & bubble tea in cheery surroundings.
Tangerine Japanese Cuisine
5328 Millertown Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924Closed — Closed today
Tangerine Japanese Cuisine, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 796 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Tomo Poke Bowl
10756 Hardin Valley Rd, Knoxville, TN 37932Closed — Closed today
With 4.7 stars and 477 reviews, Tomo Poke Bowl is a popular ramen destination in Knoxville, Tennessee. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
K Pocha
7315 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919Open today: 12–9PM
K Pocha, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 240 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Mikata Japanese Grill & Sushi
10918 Spring Bluff Way, Knoxville, TN 37932Closed — Closed today
Basic spot for Japanese fare, including a large variety of sushi rolls, plus noodles & grilled meat.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →KOKO Sips + Bites
8883 Town and Country Cir, Knoxville, TN 37923Closed — Closed today
KOKO Sips + Bites, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 442 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Yummy Yummy Teriyaki Express
4409 R Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920Open today: 11AM–2PM, 2:30–9:30PM
Yummy Yummy Teriyaki Express, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 400 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →BobaMi
9117 Executive Park Dr NW, Knoxville, TN 37923Open today: 10AM–8PM
BobaMi, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 100 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Kaizen
127 S Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902Closed — Closed today
Popular place serving steamed buns, Asian dishes & draft beer in a chill space with a covered patio.
Anaba Japanese Cuisine Downtown
131 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902Hours not listed — confirm directly before you go.
Anaba Japanese Cuisine Downtown, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 385 reviews.
Asian Yummy
9355 Kingston Pike #15, Knoxville, TN 37922Open today: 11AM–9PM
Asian Yummy, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 187 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Nama Sushi Bar - Downtown Knoxville
506 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902Open today: 12–9PM
Traditional & new spins on seafood rolls & other Japanese dishes in relaxed surroundings.
Anaba Japanese Cuisine Northshore
9405 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922Open today: 11:30AM–9PM
Casual Japanese eatery known for sushi rolls & savory noodle dishes in a cozy ambiance with a patio.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Kabuki Restaurant (Farragut)
10901 Parkside Dr #105, Knoxville, TN 37934Open today: 11AM–10PM
Artfully presented Japanese sushi & hibachi-grilled fare served in a sleek, contemporary setting.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Ichiban Japanese Grill
6737 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912Open today: 12–9PM
This relaxed eatery offers a menu of traditional Japanese food plus Thai & Chinese specialties.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Little Bangkok
603 N Campbell Station Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934Open today: 11AM–8PM
Vast menu of Thai dishes from curries to crab rangoon, served in an airy, colorful space.
Fin-Two Japanese Ale House
109 Willow Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915Closed — Closed today
With 4.4 stars and 764 reviews, Fin-Two Japanese Ale House is a popular ramen destination in Knoxville, Tennessee. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Ichiban Asian Cuisine
7507 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919Open today: 11AM–8:30PM
Ichiban Asian Cuisine, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 305 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Wasabi Japanese Steakhouse
226 Lovell Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934Open today: 11AM–9PM
Relaxed eatery offering creative seafood rolls alongside hibachi-style entrees & raw appetizers.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Little Tokyo Cafe
7552 Mountain Grove Dr, Knoxville, TN 37920Open today: 11AM–9PM
Little Tokyo Cafe, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1,592 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Noodles and Company
11083 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN 37934Open today: 10:30AM–9PM
Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Stir Fry Cafe West Hills
7240 Kingston Pike #128, Knoxville, TN 37919Open today: 11:30AM–9PM
Thai dishes share the menu with Chinese eats & sushi at this relaxed Pan–Asian option with a patio.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Jai Dee Thai Kitchen
5541 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912Open today: 12–8PM
Thai & Japanese classics like sushi, curry & chicken satay prepped in down-to-earth surrounds.
Kyuramen x TBaar - Knoxville
213 N Peters Rd, Knoxville, TN 37923Open today: 12–9PM
With 4.3 stars and 375 reviews, Kyuramen x TBaar - Knoxville is a popular ramen destination in Knoxville, Tennessee. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Best Ramen In Knoxville, Tennessee
When I am after best ramen in Knoxville, 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 Knoxville
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 Knoxville, 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 Knoxville 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ramen in Knoxville?+
The map above is sorted so the highest-rated ramen restaurants in Knoxville, 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 Knoxville 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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