Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Burlington, North Carolina — 17 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Burlington, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
17 restaurants on this page
17 restaurants
Mixed Rice
3258 S Church St, Burlington, NC 27215Closed — Closed today
Mixed Rice, out in Burlington, is our top pick — rated 4.4 out of 5 from 237 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Red Bowl Asian Bistro
3140 Walden Ln, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 11AM–9PM
Sushi & Japanese stir-fries joined by Chinese, Thai & Vietnamese dishes in sleek bistro digs.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Red Crab
3123 Garden Rd, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 12–10PM
Red Crab, in Burlington, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1,007 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →New Golden Dragon Asian and Hispanic Fusion
1120 St Marks Church Rd, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 11:30AM–9PM
Bright Pan-Asian restaurant boasting a wide-ranging menu of soups, noodles & appetizers.
China Gate
3127 Garden Rd, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 12–9PM
Unpretentious joint turning out familiar Chinese staples for takeout or delivery.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Sushi World by Oishii
3316 S Church St, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 11AM–8PM
Sushi World by Oishii, in Burlington, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 363 reviews.
Oishii Hibachi Grill
268 E Front St Suite C, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: Hours unavailable
Oishii Hibachi Grill, in Burlington, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 122 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →First Taste Chinese Restaurant
2262 N Church St, Burlington, NC 27217Open today: 3–10PM
First Taste Chinese Restaurant, in Burlington, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 315 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Pho Bar
3275 S Church St, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: Hours unavailable
Pho Bar, in Burlington, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 173 reviews.
Saigon Vietnamese Noodle & Hibachi
3409 S Church St, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: Hours unavailable
Saigon Vietnamese Noodle & Hibachi, in Burlington, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 109 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Asian Express
1356 N Church St, Burlington, NC 27217Open today: 11AM–9:30PM
Asian Express, in Burlington, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 475 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →King Chef
2948 S Church St #101, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 12–9PM
A wide selection of Chinese staples, plus some Malaysian & Thai dishes, for dine-in or take out.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Hibachi House
1609 S Church St, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 11AM–9:30PM
Hibachi House, in Burlington, is next up, rated 4.0 out of 5 from 173 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Harusaki
1449 University Dr H, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 12–9:30PM
Low-key eatery offering a standard range of sushi, hibachi meals & other classic Japanese dishes.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Peking House
1441 University Dr G, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 12–9PM
Peking House, in Burlington, is next up, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 71 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Sakura Japanese Steakhouse
3274 S Church St, Burlington, NC 27215Open today: 11AM–2PM, 4:30–8:30PM
Sakura Japanese Steakhouse, in Burlington, is next up, rated 3.5 out of 5 from 440 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Sakura Japanese
2130 N Church St, Burlington, NC 27217Open today: 11AM–2PM, 4:30–8:30PM
Sakura Japanese, in Burlington, is next up, rated 3.4 out of 5 from 187 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Burlington, North Carolina
When I am after cheap ramen in Burlington, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward cheap 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 cheap ramen
Cheap ramen is not lesser ramen. A bowl under about $15 in Burlington is usually the sign of a shop that keeps its menu tight and its overhead low — one broth done properly, a couple of toppings, no table service to pay for. Some of the most respected shops in North Carolina sit squarely in this price band, because a long-simmered pork or chicken broth costs far less to make than it tastes like. This map filters Burlington, NC down to budget-friendly bowls, sorted so you can find the cheapest good ramen closest to you rather than just the cheapest.
How I find the best cheap ramen in Burlington
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 Burlington, 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 cheap ramen
- •Sort by distance once you set your location so the nearest cheap ramen in Burlington 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.
Prefer to widen the search? You can browse all ramen in Burlington, NC or jump to cheap ramen near you nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find cheap ramen in Burlington?+
The map above filters Burlington, NC to restaurants in the budget price range — roughly under $15 a bowl. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location" to sort by distance and find the closest affordable option.
How much should a bowl of ramen cost?+
Most markets run about $14 to $20 for a standard bowl. Anything under roughly $15 counts as budget, and under $12 is genuinely cheap. Prices climb with premium toppings like extra chashu or a marinated egg, which are usually a few dollars each.
Is cheap ramen lower quality?+
Not usually. Price tracks overhead — rent, service model, decor — more than broth quality. Counter-service shops with a short menu often make excellent ramen precisely because they do one or two bowls extremely well instead of a long menu adequately.
How do I eat cheap at a ramen shop in Burlington?+
Order the shop's standard bowl rather than the loaded special, skip extra toppings, and drink water instead of a beverage — that alone often saves $8 to $12. Lunch service is also frequently cheaper than dinner for the same bowl.
What is kaedama and does it save money?+
Kaedama is a refill of noodles added to your remaining broth, usually $1 to $3. At shops that offer it, ordering a standard bowl plus a kaedama is almost always cheaper than ordering a large or a second bowl.
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