Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Maryville, Tennessee — 11 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Maryville, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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11 restaurants
Thai Cuisine
622 Condry Ln, Maryville, TN 37803Open today: 12–8:30PM
Thai Cuisine, out in Maryville, is our top pick — rated 4.6 out of 5 from 348 reviews.
Sakura Sushi and Grill
741 Watkins Rd, Maryville, TN 37801Open today: 11AM–9:10PM
Sakura Sushi and Grill, in Maryville, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 774 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Blue Dragon
1722 W Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37801Open today: 10:30AM–9PM
Blue Dragon, in Maryville, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 203 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Anaba Japanese Cuisine Maryville
1837 W Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37801Hours not listed — confirm directly before you go.
Anaba Japanese Cuisine Maryville, in Maryville, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 778 reviews.
Osaka sushi&hibachi grill- drive thru
2338 Market Pl Dr, Maryville, TN 37801Open today: 11AM–9PM
Meats, veggies & rice bowls are served hibachi- or teriyaki-style in a simple spot with drive-thru.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Ashi Express Japanese Grill
1904 W Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37801Closed — Closed today
Ashi Express Japanese Grill, in Maryville, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 288 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Lemon Grass
912 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37801Open today: 11AM–3PM, 5–9PM
Warm, informal restaurant serving traditional Thai cuisine & a sushi selection for lunch & dinner.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Empire Garden
6203 1617 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804Open today: 11AM–9:30PM
Empire Garden, in Maryville, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 631 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Sunrise China
2602 US-411 #106, Maryville, TN 37801Open today: 10:30AM–9PM
Sunrise China, in Maryville, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 354 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Asia Cafe Xpress - Maryville
2025 Bridgeway Dr, Maryville, TN 37801Open today: 11AM–9:30PM
Asia Cafe Xpress - Maryville, in Maryville, is next up, rated 3.7 out of 5 from 326 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Panda Express
506 N Foothills Plaza Dr, Maryville, TN 37801Open today: 10AM–10:30PM
Fast-food chain for Chinese standards, including some health-conscious options.
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When I am after cheap ramen in Maryville, 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 Maryville 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 Maryville, 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 Maryville
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 Maryville, 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 Maryville 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 Maryville?+
The map above filters Maryville, 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 Maryville?+
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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