New Ramen Places In Hilo, Hawaii — 14 Spots
Every spot we track for new ramen places in Hilo, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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14 restaurants

Kitchen Umeko
14 W Lanikaula St Ste 104, Hilo, HI 96720, USAClosed now
Kitchen Umeko, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5.
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Tacos Jalisco
277 Kekuanaoa St, Hilo, HI 96720, USAOpen now
Tacos Jalisco, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.

Antics Pizza
475 Kinoole St, Hilo, HI 96720, USAOpen now
Antics Pizza, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.

5-Spice | Korean
2064 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USAClosed now
5-Spice | Korean, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.

Tenkatori Hilo
811 Laukapu St #1, Hilo, HI 96720, USAOpen now
Tenkatori Hilo, in Hilo, is our top pick — rated 4.7 out of 5.
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Sweet Cane Cafe
48 Kamana St, Hilo, HI 96720, USAClosed now
Sweet Cane Cafe, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.

Corndogs by Mr. Cow
315 Makaala St #107, Hilo, HI 96720, USAOpen now
Corndogs by Mr. Cow, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.

Hilo Burger Joint
776 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USAOpen now
Hilo Burger Joint, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.

Sakura Sushi & Grill
200 Kanoelehua Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USAOpen now
Sakura Sushi & Grill, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.

Restaurant Miwa
1261 Kilauea Ave #230, Hilo, HI 96720, USAClosed now
Restaurant Miwa, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
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Naung Mai Thai Kitchen
86 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USAOpen now
Naung Mai Thai Kitchen, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5.

Nori's | Saimin and Snacks
688 Kinoole St, Hilo, HI 96720, USAOpen now
Nori's | Saimin and Snacks, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.
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Restaurant Osaka
762 Kanoelehua Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USAOpen now
Restaurant Osaka, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.

Sunlight Café | Japanese
1263 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, USAClosed now
Sunlight Café | Japanese, in Hilo, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.
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When I am after new ramen places in Hilo, 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.
What makes great new ramen places
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.
How I find the best new ramen places in Hilo
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 Hilo, 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 new ramen places
- •Sort by distance once you set your location so the nearest new ramen places in Hilo 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
What new ramen places are in Hilo?+
The map above shows Hilo, HI 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.
How do you know which ramen spots are new?+
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.
Is it worth trying a brand-new ramen shop?+
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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