Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Southfield, Michigan — 12 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Southfield, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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12 restaurants
New Seoul Plaza
27566 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48034Open today: 11:30AM–9:30PM
Korean eatery known for bibimbop offers a sushi bar, BBQ tables & simple Asian decor.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Koi Express Hibachi & Sushi
23101 Greenfield Rd, Southfield, MI 48075Closed — Closed today
Koi Express Hibachi & Sushi, in Southfield, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 215 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Bangkok Express Cafe
29702 Southfield Rd, Southfield, MI 48076Closed — Closed today
Modest strip-mall eatery featuring spicy Thai curries & noodle dishes, with vegetarian options.
Daebak Korean BBQ
27566 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48034Open today: 11:30AM–9:30PM
Industrial-style restaurant featuring hearty Korean BBQ, with pork, chicken, beef & vegan options.
Pho Chopstix - Southfield
28308 Telegraph Rd, Southfield, MI 48034Open today: 11AM–8:30PM
Pho Chopstix - Southfield, in Southfield, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 637 reviews.
Poke Poke - Sushi Unrolled
26579 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076Open today: 12–9PM
Poke Poke - Sushi Unrolled, in Southfield, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 341 reviews.
Crazy Crab West 12 Mile
29285 Southfield Rd, Southfield, MI 48076Open today: 11AM–9:30PM
Crazy Crab West 12 Mile, in Southfield, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 152 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Thai Xpress
25170 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48075Closed — Closed today
Cheerful, modern strip-mall eatery serving rice dishes, stir-fries & Thai noodle soups.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Empress Gardens | Chinese
21734 W Eleven Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48076Open today: 12–9PM
Longtime Chinese hideaway offers familiar fare in a snug space with a full bar & party room in back.
Chinatown Express
28877 Telegraph Rd, Southfield, MI 48034Open today: 1–9:30PM
Ample Chinese dishes served up at the counter buffet-style for takeout & delivery only.
Sweet Asia Cafe
22506 Telegraph Rd, Southfield, MI 48033Open today: 3–10PM
Sweet Asia Cafe, in Southfield, is next up, rated 3.7 out of 5 from 312 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Yoshi Hibachi Grille Southfield
26035 Greenfield Rd, Southfield, MI 48076Open today: 12–9PM
Yoshi Hibachi Grille Southfield, in Southfield, is next up, rated 2.8 out of 5 from 171 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Southfield, Michigan
When I am after cheap ramen in Southfield, 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 Southfield 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 Michigan 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 Southfield, MI 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 Southfield
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 Southfield, 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 Southfield 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 Southfield?+
The map above filters Southfield, MI 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 Southfield?+
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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