10 Ramen Restaurants in University District
Every ramen restaurant within about 1.2 miles of University District's center, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
10 ramen restaurants on this page
10 ramen restaurants
ISSIAN
1618 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103Closed — 4:30–10PM
Japanese eatery with a sushi bar plus stone-grilled meats & seafood, offering sake, beer & wine.
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Slurp Station Aburasoba - UW
4701 Brooklyn Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105Closed — 11AM–9PM
Upbeat, family-owned operation doling out creative bubble tea drinks, plus sweet & savory snacks.
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Xi'an Noodles
5259 University Wy NE, Seattle, WA 98105Closed — 11AM–9PM
A pared-down neighborhood spot dishing up Chinese hand-pulled noodles, street food & other classics.
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka University Village
2626 NE University Village St, Seattle, WA 98105Closed — 11AM–10PM
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka University Village, in Seattle, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,125 reviews.
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U:Don Fresh Japanese Noodle Station
4515 University Wy NE, Seattle, WA 98105Closed — 11AM–9PM
Counter-serve destination offering traditional Japanese noodle dishes in an informal environment.
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Kozue
1608 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103Closed — 12–2:30PM, 5–8:30PM
Small, green-walled Japanese eatery with an outdoor deck, offering sushi, hot pots, tempura & more.
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Ramen Man
1616 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103Open today: Hours unavailable
Bustling, pint-sized destination offering a range of traditional Japanese ramen soups, sides & beer.
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Yoroshiku
1913 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103Closed — 11:30AM–2PM, 4:30–9:30PM
Locally sourced Japanese cuisine & elevated ramen dishes presented in an upbeat, modern setting.
Secret Fort
1911 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103Closed — 4:30–9:30PM
Secret Fort, in Seattle, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 219 reviews.
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Samurai Noodle
4138 University Wy NE, Seattle, WA 98105Open today: Hours unavailable
Part of local ramen chain with many options & noodles made in-house, served in a no-frills setting.
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The neighborhood surrounding the University of Washington, with a student-driven restaurant scene heavy on quick, affordable, and late-night options.
I built this page by pulling every ramen restaurant within about 1.2 miles of University District's center, so what you see above is genuinely local to this neighborhood — not just Seattlein general. Right now that's 10 spots, and the map at the top of this page keeps the list live: enter your ZIP or tap "Use my location" and it re-sorts by distance from exactly where you are standing in University District.
Right now, ISSIAN is the highest-rated ramen spot in University District at 4.5 stars, with Slurp Station Aburasoba - UW close behind. I'd still open both listings and skim the most recent reviews and photos before deciding — a rating is a good starting filter, not the final word. You can read our full review of ISSIAN for more detail.
How I pick a bowl in University District
My rule of thumb anywhere, including University District, is to favor shops that specialize in one or two broths and clearly obsess over them, rather than a long menu that does everything adequately. I also weigh a strong rating that holds up across hundreds of reviews more heavily than a perfect score from a handful. From there it's about matching the bowl to the moment — something rich like tonkotsu on a cold night, something lighter like shio or light & clean ramen for lunch.
Narrowing down what you're craving in University District
If you need something serving right now, jump straight to ramen open now or ramen open late. Craving something specific? Try spicy ramen, vegan ramen, or vegetarian ramen. And if you're heading out on foot, the "Delivers" and "Takeout" filters on the map save a trip to a spot that can't actually get a bowl to your door in one piece — I cover exactly how to pack ramen for takeout in what ramen noodles are made of.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many ramen restaurants are in University District?+
There are 10 ramen restaurants listed in University District, Seattle on RamenNearYou, drawn from a 1.2-mile radius around the neighborhood's core.
What is the best ramen restaurant in University District?+
By rating, ISSIAN at 4.5 stars currently leads University District. I'd still open a couple of the top listings and skim recent reviews before deciding, since ratings can shift.
Is there ramen delivery or takeout in University District?+
Many restaurants in University District offer delivery or takeout. Use the Filters button above the map to narrow the list to spots that deliver or that you can order ahead from.
What ramen styles can I find in University District?+
University District typically has a mix of the classic broths — tonkotsu, shoyu, shio, and miso — plus lighter and vegetarian options at some shops. Use the broth filters on the map to narrow it down.
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