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Yokai, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5.
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1Yokai, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5.
2Nippon Hibachi, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5.
3Caravan House, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.
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4Zap Zap Sushi, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.
5Noodle King, in Akron, is our top pick — rated 4.7 out of 5.
6SRINA Tea House & Cafe, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
7Lock 15 Brewing Company, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
8Sakura, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
9Cilantro Thai & Sushi Restaurant, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
10Momohana Ramen & Boba Tea, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
11Umami Noodle, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
12Kasai Japanese Restaurant, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
13Taste of Bangkok, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
14Maki House Akron, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
15A&J Ramen Spot, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
16Maki House Cuyahoga Falls, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
17Kintaro All You Can Eat Sushi & Hot Pot, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5.
18Maki house north canton, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5.
19Hyde Out, in Akron, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.
20Hibachi Xpress Highland Square, in Akron, is next up, rated 2.5 out of 5.
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When I am after new ramen places in Akron, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward new ramen places, 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.
Newly opened ramen shops have not racked up many reviews yet, so this map surfaces the rated-but-early spots near you — the latest places to try before the crowds find them.
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 Akron, 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.
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The map above shows Akron, OH ramen spots that are still early in their run — fewer reviews usually means a newer opening. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location" to sort by distance, then check the earliest review dates to confirm how new each one is.
Newly opened shops have far fewer reviews than long-established ones, so this page surfaces rated spots with a low review count. Checking the dates on the earliest reviews confirms how new a place really is.
Often yes — new spots bring fresh ideas and shorter waits. Order the signature bowl, go at an off-peak time while the kitchen settles in, and call ahead since hours can be incomplete early on.
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