Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Franklin, Tennessee — 14 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Franklin, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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14 restaurants
Mi Kitchen
9050 Carothers Pkwy #104, Franklin, TN 37067Closed — Closed today
Mi Kitchen, out in Franklin, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,725 reviews.
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Ice Point Poke & Ramen
1113 Murfreesboro Rd #115, Franklin, TN 37064Closed — 3–9PM
Ice Point Poke & Ramen, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 347 reviews.
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Miso
2020 Fieldstone Pkwy, Franklin, TN 37069Closed — 11AM–2:30PM, 5–9PM
A large variety of sushi, bento boxes & Japanese entrees is served in casual, family-friendly digs.
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Sakura
595 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064Closed — 11AM–2PM, 4:30–9PM
Simply decorated eatery offering sushi, Japanese kitchen entrees & Thai dishes, with beer & sake.
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Takumi Hibachi Sushi Lounge
545 Cool Springs Blvd #195, Franklin, TN 37067Closed — 11AM–2:30PM, 4:30–9:30PM
Takumi Hibachi Sushi Lounge, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 682 reviews.
Bamboo House 珍宝楼 (New Management)
330 Mayfield Dr A10, Franklin, TN 37067Closed — 11AM–9PM
Hunan chicken & Mongolian beef round out the menu at this basic Chinese eatery with lunch specials.
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Ichiddo ramen
1709 Galleria Blvd #1035, Franklin, TN 37067Closed — 11AM–3PM, 4:30–9PM
Ichiddo ramen, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 339 reviews.
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Blue Sushi Sake Grill
5001 Aspen Grove Dr STE: 142, Franklin, TN 37067Closed — 11AM–9PM
Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.
Koi Sushi & Thai
102 Lumber Dr #200, Franklin, TN 37064Closed — 11AM–9PM
Casual restaurant offering curries & Thai cuisine as well as a sushi bar & Japanese favorites.
Health Sushi
600B Frazier Dr, Franklin, TN 37067Closed — 11AM–8:30PM
Health Sushi, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 342 reviews.
Otaku Ramen
230 Franklin Rd, Franklin, TN 37064Closed — 11AM–3PM, 4–9PM
Otaku Ramen, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 313 reviews.
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Noodles and Company
995 Meridian Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067Closed — 10:30AM–9PM
Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai.
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Umi Japanese Restaurant
4000 Hughes Crossing #100, Franklin, TN 37064Closed — 11AM–2PM, 5–9PM
Umi Japanese Restaurant, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 265 reviews.
Nori Japan
1800 Galleria Blvd #3030, Franklin, TN 37067Closed — 10AM–8PM
Nori Japan, in Franklin, is next up, rated 3.0 out of 5 from 41 reviews.
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When I am after cheap ramen in Franklin, 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 Franklin 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 Franklin, 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 Franklin
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 Franklin, 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 Franklin 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 Franklin?+
The map above filters Franklin, 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 Franklin?+
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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