New Ramen Places In Santa Ana, California — 15 Spots
Every spot we track for new ramen places in Santa Ana, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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Ichi hachi sushi
2509 S Broadway Unit K108, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USAOpen now
Ichi hachi sushi, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5.
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Kaizen Shabu
303 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USAOpen now
Kaizen Shabu, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.

Kashiwa Ramen Costa Mesa
1420 Baker St #C, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USAOpen now
Kashiwa Ramen Costa Mesa, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.

HiroNori Craft Ramen
2222 Michelson Dr #234, Irvine, CA 92612, USAOpen now
HiroNori Craft Ramen, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.

WADAYA - Costa Mesa
2969 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USAOpen now
WADAYA - Costa Mesa, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.

Gokumi Ramen & Yakitori
2 Hutton Centre Dr #203, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USAOpen now
Gokumi Ramen & Yakitori, in Santa Ana, is our top pick — rated 4.6 out of 5.

Butaton Ramen - Orange
10 Plaza Square Ste 101, Orange, CA 92866, USAOpen now
Butaton Ramen - Orange, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
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Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai - Costa Mesa
891 Baker St B21, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USAOpen now
Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai - Costa Mesa, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
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Ramen Mura
13882 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780, USAOpen now
Ramen Mura, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.

Six Alley
2 Hutton Centre Dr #201, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USAOpen now
Six Alley, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.

Ramen Nagi
3333 Bear St Ste 151, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USAClosed now
Ramen Nagi, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
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Raku Sushi & Teriyaki
3941 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USAOpen now
Raku Sushi & Teriyaki, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.

Slurpin' Ramen Bar - Costa Mesa
2981 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USAOpen now
Slurpin' Ramen Bar - Costa Mesa, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.

HiroNori Craft Ramen
13812 Newport Ave #102, Tustin, CA 92780, USAOpen now
HiroNori Craft Ramen, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
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Kopan Sushi & Ramen
10031 Garden Grove Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92844, USAOpen now
Kopan Sushi & Ramen, in Santa Ana, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5.
New Ramen Places In Santa Ana, California
When I am after new ramen places in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana
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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana 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.
Prefer to widen the search? You can browse all ramen in Santa Ana, CA or jump to new ramen places near you nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What new ramen places are in Santa Ana?+
The map above shows Santa Ana, CA 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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