2 Ramen Restaurants in Brookings, SD
Every ramen restaurant we track in Brookings, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, filter by feature, or switch to the map. Always confirm hours before you go.
2 ramen restaurants on this page
2 ramen restaurants
Sake Japanese Restaurant
724 22nd Ave S, Brookings, SD 57006Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Sake Japanese Restaurant, out in Brookings, is our top pick — rated 4.5 out of 5 from 482 reviews.
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Curry Express
420 Main Ave, Brookings, SD 57006Closed — 11AM–9PM
Curry Express, in Brookings, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 34 reviews.
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Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Brookings, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Brookings, SD, 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 2 ramen spots in and around Brookings, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, Sake Japanese Restaurant is the highest-rated ramen in Brookings right now at 4.5 stars, with Curry Express 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 Brookings
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 Brookings 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ramen restaurant in Brookings, SD?+
By rating, Sake Japanese Restaurant is currently the top ramen spot in Brookings at 4.5 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 Brookings, SD?+
There are 2 ramen spots listed in Brookings, SD 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 Brookings?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Brookings — 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 Brookings?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Brookings, 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 Brookings?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Brookings 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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