Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Cary, North Carolina — 15 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Cary, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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15 restaurants
So Hot HotPot- Cary
1937 High House Rd, Cary, NC 27519Closed — 12–10PM
An array of hot pot bases & mix-ins with table heaters in a relaxed setting fit for large groups.
Ajumma
2055 Renaissance Park Pl, Cary, NC 27513Closed — Closed today
Ajumma, in Cary, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 536 reviews.
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Koi Ramen
919 N Harrison Ave, Cary, NC 27513Closed — 11AM–2PM, 5–9PM
Koi Ramen, in Cary, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 804 reviews.
Miso Ramen Bar Cary
970 High House Rd #128, Cary, NC 27513Closed — Closed today
Easygoing choice whipping up rice bowls, ramen & other simple Japanese bites, plus outdoor seating.
Everest Nepali Kitchen
212 Grande Heights Dr, Cary, NC 27513Closed — 11AM–9PM
Basic strip-mall outpost offering an array of Nepalese & Indian dishes, plus vegetarian options.
Noodle Blvd
1718 Walnut St, Cary, NC 27511Closed — Closed today
Popular eatery with sidewalk seats offering an array of ramen with many toppings, plus rice bowls.
Aroma Korea Sushi & Grill
160 NE Maynard Rd, Cary, NC 27513Closed — Closed today
Aroma Korea Sushi & Grill, in Cary, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 504 reviews.
Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle 十秒到
986 High House Rd, Cary, NC 27513Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–8:30PM
Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle 十秒到, in Cary, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 207 reviews.
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M Izakaya
4 Fenton Main St Suite 120B, Cary, NC 27511Closed — 5–9:30PM
M Izakaya, in Cary, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 189 reviews.
Kashin Japanese Restaurant
309 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, NC 27518Closed — 11AM–2PM, 5–9PM
A lengthy menu of Japanese cooked fare, including donburi, udon & ramen, plus sushi.
Q noodles
1026 Ryan Rd, Cary, NC 27511Closed — 11AM–9PM
Q noodles, in Cary, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 469 reviews.
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Sushi at the Park
1163 Parkside Main St, Cary, NC 27519Closed — 11AM–9PM
Sushi at the Park, in Cary, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,782 reviews.
Yuri Japanese Restaurant
1361 Kildaire Farm Rd #5525, Cary, NC 27511Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Elegant dining room with creative sushi presentations & regional Asian dishes plus a full bar.
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Tasu Asian Bistro - Craft Ramen
525 New Waverly Pl Suite 103, Cary, NC 27518Closed — Closed today
Sushi & dishes from China, Korea & Thailand in a laid-back setting with a full bar.
Don-Don
1961 High House Rd, Cary, NC 27519Closed — 11AM–7:30PM
Don-Don, in Cary, is next up, rated 3.7 out of 5 from 43 reviews.
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When I am after cheap ramen in Cary, 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 Cary 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 Cary, 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 Cary
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 Cary, 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 Cary 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
Where can I find cheap ramen in Cary?+
The map above filters Cary, 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 Cary?+
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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