Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Winston-Salem, North Carolina — 24 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Winston-Salem, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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24 restaurants
Curry and Noodle
5232 Robinhood Village Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27106Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–9:30PM
Curry and Noodle, out in Winston-Salem, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 748 reviews.
Don Express
472 Knollwood St, Winston-Salem, NC 27103Closed — Closed today
Don Express, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 368 reviews.
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HakkaChow - Asian Eats
615 St George Sq Ct, Winston-Salem, NC 27103Closed — Closed today
Casual Pan-Asian eatery serving noodles, sushi, flatbreads, curries & more in a stylish space.
Chopstix Wallburg
4424 Wallburg Landing Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27107Closed — Closed today
Relaxed choice with a long sushi bar for clever maki, Asian fusion fare & made-to-order teppanyaki.
Thai Harmony
102 W 3rd St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–10PM
Classic Thai fare plus sushi & a few Chinese plates are served with beer & wine plus Thursday jazz.
Mizu Japanese Restaurant
3374 Robinhood Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Strip-mall Japanese eatery with a wide-ranging menu of sushi, offbeat rolls, udon & small plates.
New Sichuan
2125 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27103Closed — Closed today
New Sichuan, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 593 reviews.
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May Way Dumplings
113 Reynolda Vlg Wy, Winston-Salem, NC 27106Closed — 11:30AM–8PM
Snug, unfussy venue dispensing Chinese small plates such as cold noodle dishes & steamed buns.
What Da Pho
102 W 3rd St STE 5, Winston-Salem, NC 27101Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–9PM
What Da Pho, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 342 reviews.
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Kimono Japanese Restaurant (Summit Location)
324 Summit Square Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105Closed — 11AM–9PM
Kimono Japanese Restaurant (Summit Location), in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,046 reviews.
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Kimono Japanese Restaurant And Sushi Bar
4910 Old Country Club Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27104Closed — 11AM–9PM
Japanese food favorites & extensive sushi offerings in a relaxed, contemporary atmosphere.
Bamboo Garden Asian Buffet
333 Summit Square Ct, Winston-Salem, NC 27105Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Bamboo Garden Asian Buffet, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 673 reviews.
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18 Malaysia
4956 Martin View Ln, Winston-Salem, NC 27104Closed — Closed today
18 Malaysia, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 290 reviews.
Kanpai Japanese Steak & Seafood House
1438 S Stratford Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103Closed — 5–9PM
Standard teppanyaki place with flaming shrimp, meats, seafood & veggies cooked on a tableside grill.
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Konnichiwa
386 E Hanes Mill Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105Closed — 11AM–10PM
Konnichiwa, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 347 reviews.
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Kotta Japanese Grill
2862 Reynolda Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106Closed — 11AM–9PM
Kotta Japanese Grill, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 250 reviews.
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Tokyo House One
1957 N Peace Haven Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106Closed — Closed today
Tokyo House One, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 213 reviews.
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Umi Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge
1280 Creekshire Way, Winston-Salem, NC 27103Closed — 11:30AM–2:30PM, 4:30–10PM
Umi Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 2,144 reviews.
Pho & Sushi Vietnamese & Japanese Cuisine
121 Stark St, Winston-Salem, NC 27103Closed — Closed today
A vast selection of sushi, plus a traditional menu of Japanese favorites, in a laid-back environment
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Sakura Japanese & Sushi on Stratford Road
548 S Stratford Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103Closed — 11AM–9PM
This casual place with a patio offers a familiar selection of hibachi, tempura & sushi choices.
Kotta Japanese Grill
1070 Hanes Mall Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103Closed — 11AM–8PM
Kotta Japanese Grill, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 293 reviews.
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Ramen Mafia
271 W 4th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–10PM
Ramen Mafia, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 194 reviews.
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InDemand-Asian Street Food & Burger Bar
901 Reynolda Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27104Closed — 4PM–12AM
InDemand-Asian Street Food & Burger Bar, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 4.0 out of 5 from 276 reviews.
Little Ari's Japanese Kitchen
3439 Burke Mill Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103Closed — 11AM–9PM
Little Ari's Japanese Kitchen, in Winston-Salem, is next up, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 300 reviews.
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When I am after cheap ramen in Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem
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 Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem 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.
Prefer to widen the search? You can browse all ramen in Winston-Salem, NC or jump to cheap ramen near you nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find cheap ramen in Winston-Salem?+
The map above filters Winston-Salem, 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 Winston-Salem?+
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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