Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Smyrna, Tennessee — 12 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Smyrna, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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12 restaurants
Sitane Market & Deli
1068 Courier Pl #101, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 10AM–8PM
Sitane Market & Deli, out in Smyrna, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 118 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Rock N Roll Sushi
582 Sam Ridley Pkwy W, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 11AM–9PM
Rock N Roll Sushi, in Smyrna, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,020 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Golden bowl Mongolian grill
900 Grammer Ln #100, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 11:30AM–8:30PM
Golden bowl Mongolian grill, in Smyrna, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 376 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Honey's Bie Thai & Sushi
1890 Almaville Rd #100, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 11AM–8PM
Honey's Bie Thai & Sushi, in Smyrna, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 163 reviews.
Tokyo Japanese Steak House
701 President Pl #100, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 12–9PM
Lively hibachi-style eatery also serves made-to-order sushi, sake & signature cocktails.
Asia Market & Thai Phooket
13946 Old Nashville Hwy, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 9AM–8:30PM
Asia Market & Thai Phooket, in Smyrna, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 623 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Yummy Poki
901 Rock Springs Rd #110, Smyrna, TN 37167Closed — Closed today
Yummy Poki, in Smyrna, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 446 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Song Da
11461 Old Nashville Hwy, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 11:30AM–9:30PM
Song Da, in Smyrna, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 375 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Bonchon Smyrna - W Sam Ridley Pkwy
578 Sam Ridley Pkwy W, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 11AM–9:30PM
Casual chain serving cooked-to-order Korean fried chicken, plus other traditional eats.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Shogun Express
593 S Lowry St, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 11AM–9PM
Shogun Express, in Smyrna, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 359 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Ninja Sushi
900 Grammer Ln #370, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 11:30AM–8:30PM
A menu featuring sushi rolls, popular Asian dishes & drinks in a modern, family-friendly setting.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Asuka Hibachi & Buffet
645 President Pl, Smyrna, TN 37167Open today: 11AM–9:30PM
Casual spot for familiar all-you-can-eat Chinese & Japanese food, including noodles & grilled meats.
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When I am after cheap ramen in Smyrna, 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 Smyrna 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 Smyrna, 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 Smyrna
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 Smyrna, 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 Smyrna 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 Smyrna?+
The map above filters Smyrna, 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 Smyrna?+
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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