Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Detroit, Michigan — 21 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Detroit, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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21 restaurants
Sakura Hibachi Grill
3109 Roosevelt St, Detroit, MI 48216Closed — 12:30–7:30PM
Sakura Hibachi Grill, out in Detroit, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 212 reviews.
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Experience Zuzu
511 Woodward Ave suite 100, Detroit, MI 48226Closed — 4–10PM
Experience Zuzu, in Detroit, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 4,408 reviews.
Antojitos Southwest
2100 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216Closed — 11:30AM–7:30PM
Buzzy food truck turning out Mexican-fusion specialties like birria ramen & asada fries.
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Ima Izakaya
2100 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216Closed — 12–10PM
Ima Izakaya, in Detroit, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 2,060 reviews.
Bash Original Izakaya
5069 Trumbull, Detroit, MI 48208Closed — 12–9PM
Bash Original Izakaya, in Detroit, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 803 reviews.
Johnny Noodle King
2601 W Fort St, Detroit, MI 48216Closed — 12–10PM
Chic, subway-tiled noodle shop offering ramen-style soups with global flavor combinations.
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Pho Lucky
3111 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201Closed — 11AM–9PM
Pho Lucky, in Detroit, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,301 reviews.
Nuevo Seoul
220 W Congress St ste b, Detroit, MI 48226Closed — Closed today
Nuevo Seoul, in Detroit, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 647 reviews.
(RELOCATED to 2100 Michigan Ave) Ima
2015 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216Hours not listed — confirm directly before you go.
Relaxed spot for Japanese udon noodles, rice bowls & small plates in a cozy space.
Ima Noodles
4870 Cass Ave, Detroit, MI 48201Closed — 12–10PM
With 4.4 stars and 1,253 reviews, Ima Noodles is a popular ramen destination in Detroit, Michigan. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
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Bangkok 96 Street Food
474 Peterboro St, Detroit, MI 48201Closed — 12–9PM
Unfussy quick-counter outpost in a shipping container food court offering classic Thai fare.
Sun Sun Restaurant
230 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48203Closed — 2–8:30PM
Sun Sun Restaurant, in Detroit, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 566 reviews.
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Sun China
16921 Telegraph Rd, Detroit, MI 48219Closed — 2–10PM
Casual, unassuming eatery offering Cantonese & Sichuan specialties for dine-in or takeout.
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Kwong Tung Inn
3040 8 Mile Rd, Detroit, MI 48234Closed — 12–10PM
Kwong Tung Inn, in Detroit, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 1,077 reviews.
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Urban Ramen
4206 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201Hours not listed — confirm directly before you go.
Ramen with homemade noodles & various toppings served in a low-key setting with graffiti-style art.
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Wasabi Korean & Japanese Restaurant
15 E Kirby St, Detroit, MI 48202Closed — 11:30AM–10:30PM
Snug, minimalist eatery with foods & spirits from Japan & Korea, including sushi & lunch specials.
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China One
13611 Seven Mile W, Detroit, MI 48235Closed — 12–9PM
China One, in Detroit, is next up, rated 4.0 out of 5 from 356 reviews.
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China House
14361 Livernois, Detroit, MI 48238Closed — 12–9:30PM
China House, in Detroit, is next up, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 414 reviews.
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Trap Ramen (hibachi and soul)
19740 Seven Mile W, Detroit, MI 48219Hours not listed — confirm directly before you go.
Trap Ramen (hibachi and soul), in Detroit, is next up, rated 3.8 out of 5 from 52 reviews.
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Yoshi Hibachi Grille Redford
22507 Plymouth Rd, Detroit, MI 48239Closed — 12–9PM
Yoshi Hibachi Grille Redford, in Detroit, is next up, rated 3.4 out of 5 from 325 reviews.
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Sora Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Bar
McNamara Terminal, near Gate A35, Worldgateway Pl, Detroit, MI 48242Closed — 7:30AM–8PM
Soups, sushi & Japanese entrees in a modest space at the Detroit Metropolitan Airport.
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When I am after cheap ramen in Detroit, 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 Detroit 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 Michigan 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 Detroit, MI 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 Detroit
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 Detroit, 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 Detroit 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 Detroit, MI or jump to cheap ramen near you nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find cheap ramen in Detroit?+
The map above filters Detroit, MI 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 Detroit?+
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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