Best Ramen In Madison, Wisconsin — 20 Spots
Every spot we track for best ramen in Madison, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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Liya Noodles
506 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USAOpen now
Liya Noodles, in Madison, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5.
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Instant Noodle
2161 Zeier Rd, Madison, WI 53704, USAHours not listed — confirm directly before you go.
Instant Noodle, in Madison, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5.

Ba Lao
811 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, USAOpen now
Ba Lao, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5.
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Yako Sushi House
515 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison, WI 53716, USAOpen now
Yako Sushi House, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.

Haven
430 W Gilman St, Madison, WI 53703, USAOpen now
Haven, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.
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Mad Rabbit Cafe
805 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, USAOpen now
Mad Rabbit Cafe, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.

HERS sushi bar and ramen
108 Janesville St, Oregon, WI 53575, USAOpen now
HERS sushi bar and ramen, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.
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Izakaya Kuroyama
419 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USAOpen now
Izakaya Kuroyama, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.

Oishi
532 S Park St #1620, Madison, WI 53715, USAOpen now
Oishi, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.

Strings Ramen Shop Madison
311 N Frances St, Madison, WI 53703, USAOpen now
Strings Ramen Shop Madison, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.

Sol's on the Square
117 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703, USAOpen now
Sol's on the Square, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
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Zen Ramen Lounge
4674 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison, WI 53716, USAOpen now
Zen Ramen Lounge, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.

Trio Ramen
2831 Parmenter St Ste 140, Middleton, WI 53562, USAOpen now
Trio Ramen, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.

Dagu Rice Noodle
604 University Ave, Madison, WI 53715, USAOpen now
Dagu Rice Noodle, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.

Umami Ramen & Dumpling Bar
923 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, USAOpen now
Umami Ramen & Dumpling Bar, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.

Niji Asian Cuisine
4323 E Towne Blvd, Madison, WI 53704, USAOpen now
Niji Asian Cuisine, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.

Ramen Station
1124 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715, USAOpen now
Ramen Station, in Madison, is our top pick — rated 4.3 out of 5.

Tavernakaya
27 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USAOpen now
Tavernakaya, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.

Sequoia
1843 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711, USAOpen now
Sequoia, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.

Asian Noodle
902 Regent St, Madison, WI 53715, USAOpen now
Asian Noodle, in Madison, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.
Best Ramen In Madison, Wisconsin
When I am after best ramen in Madison, 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 Madison
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 Madison, 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 Madison 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 Madison?+
The map above is sorted so the highest-rated ramen restaurants in Madison, WI 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 Madison 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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