New Ramen Places In Lincoln, Nebraska — 20 Spots
Every spot we track for new ramen places in Lincoln, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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20 restaurants
Kencono Bowl
2601 Jamie Ln #104, Lincoln, NE 68512, USAOpen now
Kencono Bowl, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5.
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Snack Korner
128 N 13th St #144, Lincoln, NE 68508, USAOpen now
Snack Korner, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5.
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Japon Bistro
3520 Village Dr, Lincoln, NE 68516, USAOpen now
Japon Bistro, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Eight Sushi
6100 O St #3, Lincoln, NE 68505, USAOpen now
Eight Sushi, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.
Hokkaido Ramen House - Aksarben
1303 S 72nd St #101, Omaha, NE 68124, USAOpen now
Hokkaido Ramen House - Aksarben, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
Rizin Japanese Ramen (来迅 ライジン)
2814 S 108th St, Omaha, NE 68144, USAOpen now
Rizin Japanese Ramen (来迅 ライジン), in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
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3280 Superior St, Lincoln, NE 68504, USAOpen now
Heoya | North, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
Birria Boss, LLC
1320 O St, Lincoln, NE 68508, USAOpen now
Birria Boss, LLC, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
Sakura | Japanese Restaurant & Ramen
8600 S 30th St Ste 106, Lincoln, NE 68516, USAOpen now
Sakura | Japanese Restaurant & Ramen, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
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Grey Whale Sushi & Grill
129 N 10th St #113, Lincoln, NE 68508, USAOpen now
Grey Whale Sushi & Grill, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
Shokunin Sushi and Japanese Cuisine
440 N 8th St, Lincoln, NE 68508, USAOpen now
Shokunin Sushi and Japanese Cuisine, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Paris Banh Mi Restaurant
1701 Pine Lake Rd #7, Lincoln, NE 68512, USAOpen now
Paris Banh Mi Restaurant, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it →Heoya South
1501 Pine Lake Rd, Lincoln, NE 68512, USAOpen now
Heoya South, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
Koen Japanese BBQ & Sushi
2601 Jamie Ln #100, Lincoln, NE 68512, USAOpen now
Koen Japanese BBQ & Sushi, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
Kinja
4141 Pioneer Woods Dr #120, Lincoln, NE 68506, USAOpen now
Kinja, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
ITSUMO RAMEN
1451 O St, Lincoln, NE 68508, USAOpen now
ITSUMO RAMEN, in Lincoln, is our top pick — rated 4.4 out of 5.
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Akita Hibachi Express
5940 Havelock Ave, Lincoln, NE 68507, USAOpen now
Akita Hibachi Express, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5.
Shogun Japanese Steakhouse
3700 S 9th St F, Lincoln, NE 68502, USAOpen now
Shogun Japanese Steakhouse, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.
Ninja Restaurant
5650 N 33rd Cir A, Lincoln, NE 68504, USAOpen now
Ninja Restaurant, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5.
Grey Whale Ramen & Poke
6100 O St Ste D6, Lincoln, NE 68510, USAOpen now
Grey Whale Ramen & Poke, in Lincoln, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5.
New Ramen Places In Lincoln, Nebraska
When I am after new ramen places in Lincoln, 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 Lincoln
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 Lincoln, 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln?+
The map above shows Lincoln, NE 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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