Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Goldsboro, North Carolina — 15 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Goldsboro, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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15 restaurants
Tastee Thai
189 NC-111, Goldsboro, NC 27534Closed — 11AM–2:30PM, 5–8PM
Tastee Thai, out in Goldsboro, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 108 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Jay's 108 Goldsboro
108 N John St, Goldsboro, NC 27530Open today: 11AM–11PM
Jay's 108 Goldsboro, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,092 reviews.
Rice & Noodles Chinese Restaurant
105 W Patetown Rd, Goldsboro, NC 27530Open today: 11AM–8:30PM
Rice & Noodles Chinese Restaurant, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 265 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →WAFU STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR
1101 N Berkeley Blvd A, Goldsboro, NC 27534Open today: 11AM–11PM
WAFU STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 539 reviews.
Thai Garden Cuisine
128 S Center St, Goldsboro, NC 27530Open today: 12–8PM
Thai Garden Cuisine, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 423 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Narita Express
1813 N Berkeley Blvd, Goldsboro, NC 27534Open today: 4–9PM
Narita Express, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 350 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Empire Fire Mongolian Grill
1209 N Berkeley Blvd A, Goldsboro, NC 27534Open today: 11AM–10:30PM
Empire Fire Mongolian Grill, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 984 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Nai Thai 2
1804 N Berkeley Blvd, Goldsboro, NC 27534Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–9PM
Nai Thai 2, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 445 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Fuji Steakhouse
2515 E Ash St, Goldsboro, NC 27534Open today: 4–8:30PM
Hibachi & teriyaki dishes prepared in the open kitchen of an understated Japanese dining room.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Poke Bowl
1811 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC 27534Open today: 11:30AM–8PM
Poke Bowl, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 222 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →My Thai Bowl - Delivery Only
1804A N Berkeley Blvd, Goldsboro, NC 27534Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–9PM
My Thai Bowl - Delivery Only, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 52 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Jay’s Kitchen
330 N Spence Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27534Open today: 11AM–11PM
Jay’s Kitchen, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1,115 reviews.
Ninja & Grill
601 N Berkeley Blvd, Goldsboro, NC 27534Open today: 10:30AM–10:30PM
Ninja & Grill, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 391 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Ninja Hibachi Express
2144 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC 27534Open today: 11AM–10:30PM
Ninja Hibachi Express, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 3.6 out of 5 from 500 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Sakura express
2924C US Hwy 70 W, Goldsboro, NC 27530Open today: 10:30AM–9:30PM
Sakura express, in Goldsboro, is next up, rated 3.3 out of 5 from 30 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Goldsboro, North Carolina
When I am after cheap ramen in Goldsboro, 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 Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro, 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 Goldsboro
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 Goldsboro, 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 Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro?+
The map above filters Goldsboro, 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 Goldsboro?+
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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