Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Lakewood, Colorado — 18 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Lakewood, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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18 restaurants
Bong Chicken F.K.A CM Chicken Lakewood
1862 S Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80232Closed — 11AM–8:30PM
Bong Chicken F.K.A CM Chicken Lakewood, out in Lakewood, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 663 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Orion Poke
12792 W Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80228Closed — 11AM–8PM
Casual counter-serve restaurant in a strip mall, serving traditional Hawaiian poke bowls & sides.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Yai Thai restaurant, Lakewood, CO
225 S Sheridan Blvd Unit #B, Lakewood, CO 80226Closed — 10AM–8PM
Yai Thai restaurant, Lakewood, CO, in Lakewood, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 243 reviews.
Eeny Meeny Sushi Roll
3650 S Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80235Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
A menu of creative & traditional sushi rolls & platters, sit-down sushi bars, & ample table seating.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Orion Sushi
11068 W Jewell Ave c9, Lakewood, CO 80232Closed — 11AM–9PM
Orion Sushi, in Lakewood, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 578 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Hana Matsuri Sushi
150 S Union Blvd #103, Lakewood, CO 80228Closed — 11AM–2:30PM, 4:30–9:30PM
Numerous sushi options & cooked Japanese dishes featured in relaxed, intimate digs with a full bar.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Kazoku Sushi
10665 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80215Closed — 11AM–3PM, 4–9:30PM
Colorful, swanky sushi spot offering a variety of unique rolls & Japanese eats along with cocktails.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Motomaki - Sushi Burritos and Bowls
14650 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80401Closed — 11AM–9PM
Motomaki - Sushi Burritos and Bowls, in Lakewood, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 996 reviews.
Mason's Dumpling Shop - Lakewood
6981 W Alaska Dr, Lakewood, CO 80226Closed — 11:30AM–8:30PM
Mason's Dumpling Shop - Lakewood, in Lakewood, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 265 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →P.F. Chang's
7210 W Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226Closed — 11AM–9PM
Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.
Tokyo Joe's - Denver West
14227 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80401Closed — 10:45AM–8:30PM
Branch of a stylish counter-order chain serving noodle bowls & other health-minded Japanese bites.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Phở Hậu Restaurant
12089 W Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80228Closed — 11AM–2PM, 4–8PM
No-frills eatery preparing a menu of traditional Vietnamese pho soup in a strip-mall setting.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Bangkok Thai Food 2
3333 S Wadsworth Blvd #A101, Lakewood, CO 80227Closed — 11AM–9PM
Unassuming strip-mall restaurant cooking up standard Thai dishes for eat-in or carryout.
Man Wah
2610 Youngfield St, Lakewood, CO 80215Closed — 11AM–9PM
Man Wah, in Lakewood, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 459 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Wasabi
433 S Teller St, Lakewood, CO 80226Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Relaxed Japanese chain serving sushi, noodles, tempura & bento boxes, plus sake & cocktails.
Tokyo Joe's - Union
145 Union Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80226Closed — 10:45AM–8:35PM
Branch of a stylish counter-order chain serving noodle bowls & other health-minded Japanese bites.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Menya Noodle Bar - Belmar
450 S Teller St, Lakewood, CO 80226Open today: Hours unavailable
Menya Noodle Bar - Belmar, in Lakewood, is next up, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 155 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Nori Japan
14500 W Colfax Ave FC05, Lakewood, CO 80401Closed — 11AM–9PM
Nori Japan, in Lakewood, is next up, rated 3.7 out of 5 from 66 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Lakewood, Colorado
When I am after cheap ramen in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood 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 Colorado 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 Lakewood, CO 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 Lakewood
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 Lakewood, 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood?+
The map above filters Lakewood, CO 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 Lakewood?+
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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