Fish Ramen In Durham, North Carolina — 6 Spots
Every spot we track for fish ramen in Durham, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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6 restaurants
M Sushi
311 Holland St, Durham, NC 27701Closed — Closed today
Dimly lit, industrial-chic space turning out traditional Japanese seafood, plus sushi options.
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Akashi Sushi
2223 NC-54 Suite R, Durham, NC 27713Closed — Closed today
Sushi, hibachi & noodles are featured on the broad Japanese menu at this relaxed strip-mall option.
Kurama Japanese Seafood
3644 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707Closed — 11:30AM–2PM, 5–9:30PM
Hibachi-style steaks served at teppanyaki tables & specialties from a sushi bar in a casual setting.
Shiki Sushi
207 W North Carolina 54, Durham, NC 27713Closed — 11AM–9PM
Sushi & Pan-Asian dishes served in a sleek, contemporary setting in the Homestead Shopping Center.
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Sushi Love
2812 Erwin Rd #204, Durham, NC 27705Closed — 11AM–10PM
Sushi bar offerings & signature rolls, plus a menu of Pan-Asian options, in a casual setting.
Koi Sushi & Hibachi
607 Broad St, Durham, NC 27705Closed — 11AM–3PM, 4–9:30PM
Koi Sushi & Hibachi, in Durham, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 311 reviews.
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When I am after fish ramen in Durham, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward fish 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 fish ramen
Fish ramen leans on seafood for its flavor — a savory gyokai (seafood) broth built on dried fish like niboshi, or a bowl topped with fresh fish and shellfish. This map surfaces the seafood-forward ramen spots near you.
How I find the best fish ramen in Durham
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 Durham, 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 fish ramen
- •Sort by distance once you set your location so the nearest fish ramen in Durham 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 fish ramen in Durham?+
The map above shows Durham, NC seafood-forward ramen spots. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location" to sort by distance, then check menus and reviews for gyokai or niboshi to confirm a true seafood bowl.
What is fish ramen?+
Fish ramen gets its flavor from seafood — usually a gyokai broth built on dried fish like niboshi (sardines), bonito, and kombu, or a bowl topped with fresh fish and shellfish.
What is gyokai ramen?+
Gyokai means "seafood" in Japanese. Gyokai ramen uses a broth made from dried fish and seaweed for a deep, savory, umami-rich flavor.
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