Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Chattanooga, Tennessee — 23 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Chattanooga, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
23 restaurants on this page
23 restaurants
Supreme Tea & Banh Mi
2020 Gunbarrel Rd Suite 166, Chattanooga, TN 37421Open today: 10AM–9PM
Supreme Tea & Banh Mi, out in Chattanooga, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 216 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Attack of the Tatsu
818 Georgia Ave UNIT 118, Chattanooga, TN 37402Open today: 11AM–12AM
Attack of the Tatsu, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2,653 reviews.
Chao's Mongolian Grill
5726 Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37411Open today: 11AM–3PM, 4–9PM
Build-your-own stir-fries, seafood boils, wings & other comfort foods served with beer & wine.
Han-Mi
3103 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37408Open today: 12–9PM
Relaxed, down-to-earth restaurant with outdoor seats preparing traditional Korean specialties.
Kai Bistro
625 E Main St, Chattanooga, TN 37408Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–10PM
Kai Bistro, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 737 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →On The Rice
8142 E Brainerd Rd #108, Chattanooga, TN 37421Open today: 11AM–8PM
On The Rice, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 269 reviews.
Totto Sushi & Grill
330 Frazier Ave Suite 124, Chattanooga, TN 37405Closed — 11:30AM–2:30PM, 5–10PM
Contemporary Japanese restaurant serving sushi & sashimi rolls, plus a roster of grilled classics.
Sake Roll & Grill
5621 Brainerd Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37411Open today: 11AM–10:30PM
Sake Roll & Grill, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,125 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Osaka Sushi & Steakhouse (Chattanooga)
531 Signal Mountain Rd #129, Chattanooga, TN 37405Open today: 11:30AM–10:30PM
Osaka Sushi & Steakhouse (Chattanooga), in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 631 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Sweet Basil Thai Cuisine
5855 Brainerd Rd #125, Chattanooga, TN 37411Open today: 11AM–10PM
Easygoing choice offering an array of traditional Thai dishes & sushi rolls, plus beer & wine.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Super Pho and Grill
7003 Lee Hwy #1731, Chattanooga, TN 37421Open today: 10AM–9PM
Japanese entrees, sushi & other familiar Asian dishes top the menu at this unassuming establishment.
Hibachi & Wings: Asian Fusion & Ramen
6933 Lee Hwy Ste. 901, Chattanooga, TN 37421Open today: 12–3PM, 4–9PM
Hibachi & Wings: Asian Fusion & Ramen, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 530 reviews.
Two Ten Jack
1110 Market St Fc4, Chattanooga, TN 37402Hours not listed — confirm directly before you go.
Two Ten Jack, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,223 reviews.
Taichi Bubble Tea
1820 Gunbarrel Rd #500, Chattanooga, TN 37421Open today: 11AM–9:30PM
Taichi Bubble Tea, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 776 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Taichi Bubble Tea Downtown
411 Broad St #111, Chattanooga, TN 37402Open today: 11AM–9:30PM
Taichi Bubble Tea Downtown, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 650 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Typhoon of Tokyo
3953 Dayton Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37415Open today: 4–9PM
Typhoon of Tokyo, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 449 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Yummy Thai Restaurant
200 Manufacturers Rd Suite 101, Chattanooga, TN 37405Closed — 12–3PM, 5–9PM
Yummy Thai Restaurant, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 230 reviews.
Kumo Hibachi & Sushi
6025 E Brainerd Rd #104, Chattanooga, TN 37421Open today: 11AM–10PM
Kumo Hibachi & Sushi, in Chattanooga, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 136 reviews.
Sushi Nabe
110 River St, Chattanooga, TN 37405Open today: 12–9PM
Creative sushi & classic Japanese eats served in a casual family-run eatery with patio seating.
Alex's Thai Food & Noodle Bistro
26 E Main St #114, Chattanooga, TN 37408Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–10PM
Thai classics, creative sushi rolls & cocktails served in a yellow, art-lined space with a full bar.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Rice Boxx
3600 Hixson Pike #104, Chattanooga, TN 37415Open today: 11AM–10PM
Sushi & hibachi dishes plus Chinese & Thai stir-fries in a casual, Japanese-inspired space.
Seoul Restaurant
6231 Perimeter Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37421Open today: 11AM–9PM
Korean & Vietnamese meals such as grilled beef & noodle soups are served in sleek & casual environs.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Genji Inc
301 Manufacturers Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37405Open today: 7AM–9PM
Straightforward eatery focused on sushi, including cooked rolls & options for vegetarians & vegans.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Chattanooga, Tennessee
When I am after cheap ramen in Chattanooga, 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 Chattanooga 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 Tennessee 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 Chattanooga, TN 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 Chattanooga
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 Chattanooga, 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 Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga?+
The map above filters Chattanooga, TN 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 Chattanooga?+
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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