Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Yakima, Washington — 20 Spots
Every spot we track for cheap ramen in Yakima, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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산 Tokki-Ya
3508 Summitview Ave, Yakima, WA 98902Open today: Hours unavailable
산 Tokki-Ya, out in Yakima, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 161 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →D’ Thai Street Food
6407 W Nob Hill Blvd ste 102, Yakima, WA 98908Closed — 11AM–9PM
D’ Thai Street Food, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 133 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Famous Burger & Teriyaki Sandwich
401 W Lincoln Ave, Yakima, WA 98902Closed — Closed today
No-frills counter serve offering burgers & sandwiches, plus Asian rice, noodle & soup dishes.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Joy Garden
3710 Fruitvale Blvd, Yakima, WA 98902Closed — Closed today
Joy Garden, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 695 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →New York Teriyaki
822 N 1st St, Yakima, WA 98901Closed — Closed today
Relaxed restaurant serving specialty sushi rolls & other traditional Japanese dishes.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Thai House | Yakima Restaurant
14 N 2nd St, Yakima, WA 98901Closed — Closed today
Spicy curries, noodle dishes & other Thai favorites whipped up in easygoing surroundings.
Ozeki Japanese Restaurant
1527 Summitview Ave, Yakima, WA 98902Closed — Closed today
Relaxed Japanese spot with traditional accents offering clever sushi bar selections & other eats.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Jessie's Sushi & Teriyaki
2304 S 1st St suit A, Yakima, WA 98903Closed — 11AM–9PM
Jessie's Sushi & Teriyaki, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 350 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Sumo Hibachi & Sushi - Yakima
111 E Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98901Closed — 12:30–9:30PM
Sumo Hibachi & Sushi - Yakima, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 497 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →New York Teriyaki (on 72nd)
210 S 72nd Ave, Yakima, WA 98908Closed — Closed today
New York Teriyaki (on 72nd), in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 471 reviews.
KIKI Restaurant BOBA Tea & Chinese & Teriyaki
505 W Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98902Closed — Closed today
KIKI Restaurant BOBA Tea & Chinese & Teriyaki, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 280 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Tea Garden
110 S 4th St, Yakima, WA 98901Closed — Closed today
Family-owned restaurant offering familiar Thai & Chinese dishes in a low-key setting.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Bangkok OMG Thai Kitchen
1901 S 1st St #102, Yakima, WA 98903Closed — Closed today
Bangkok OMG Thai Kitchen, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 174 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Minado Buffet
501 N Front St, Yakima, WA 98901Closed — 11AM–9PM
Minado Buffet, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1,771 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Kyoto Sushi & Steak House
2405 W Washington Ave #150, Yakima, WA 98903Closed — 11AM–9PM
Unassuming, booth-lined Japanese eatery with hibachi meals, noodles, sushi & sashimi.
Taj Palace
2710 W Nob Hill Blvd, Yakima, WA 98902Closed — 11AM–9PM
Offering an all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, this eatery serves traditional curry & tandoori dishes.
E.Z Tiger
222 E Chestnut Ave, Yakima, WA 98901Closed — Closed today
E.Z Tiger, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 524 reviews.
Kobe Sushi and Teriyaki
1905 S 1st St, Yakima, WA 98903Closed — 12–9PM
Kobe Sushi and Teriyaki, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 326 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Captain Crab & Ramen
420 S 72nd Ave #160, Yakima, WA 98908Closed — 11AM–9PM
Captain Crab & Ramen, in Yakima, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 304 reviews.
Lai Thai Cafe, LLC
3908 Creekside Loop #130, Yakima, WA 98902Closed — Closed today
Lai Thai Cafe, LLC, in Yakima, is next up, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 58 reviews.
Cheap Ramen Restaurants in Yakima, Washington
When I am after cheap ramen in Yakima, 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 Yakima 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 Washington 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 Yakima, WA 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 Yakima
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 Yakima, 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 Yakima 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 Yakima?+
The map above filters Yakima, WA 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 Yakima?+
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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