Angry Dumplings Tea
Angry Dumplings Tea, out in Knoxville, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 911 reviews.
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Angry Dumplings Tea, out in Knoxville, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 911 reviews.
The S.E.A Ramen & Asian Kitchen, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 82 reviews.
Family-run eatery showcasing traditional Lao & Thai dishes & bubble tea in cheery surroundings.
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Tangerine Japanese Cuisine, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 796 reviews.
With 4.7 stars and 477 reviews, Tomo Poke Bowl is a popular ramen destination in Knoxville, Tennessee. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, outdoor seating, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
K Pocha, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 240 reviews.
Basic spot for Japanese fare, including a large variety of sushi rolls, plus noodles & grilled meat.
KOKO Sips + Bites, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 442 reviews.
Yummy Yummy Teriyaki Express, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 400 reviews.
BobaMi, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 100 reviews.
Popular place serving steamed buns, Asian dishes & draft beer in a chill space with a covered patio.
Anaba Japanese Cuisine Downtown, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 385 reviews.
Asian Yummy, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 187 reviews.
Traditional & new spins on seafood rolls & other Japanese dishes in relaxed surroundings.
Casual Japanese eatery known for sushi rolls & savory noodle dishes in a cozy ambiance with a patio.
Artfully presented Japanese sushi & hibachi-grilled fare served in a sleek, contemporary setting.
This relaxed eatery offers a menu of traditional Japanese food plus Thai & Chinese specialties.
Vast menu of Thai dishes from curries to crab rangoon, served in an airy, colorful space.
With 4.4 stars and 764 reviews, Fin-Two Japanese Ale House is a popular ramen destination in Knoxville, Tennessee. Highlights include vegan-friendly options, vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar, mid-range pricing.
Ichiban Asian Cuisine, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 305 reviews.
Relaxed eatery offering creative seafood rolls alongside hibachi-style entrees & raw appetizers.
Little Tokyo Cafe, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1,592 reviews.
Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai.
Thai dishes share the menu with Chinese eats & sushi at this relaxed Pan–Asian option with a patio.
Thai & Japanese classics like sushi, curry & chicken satay prepped in down-to-earth surrounds.
With 4.3 stars and 375 reviews, Kyuramen x TBaar - Knoxville is a popular ramen destination in Knoxville, Tennessee. Highlights include vegetarian options, delivery, a full bar.
Extensive menu of classic sushi, creative rolls, & hibachi (grill) in an interior lit with neon.
Makino Japanese Buffet, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 991 reviews.
Zen Ramen House & Sushi Bar, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 113 reviews.
Kazoku Hibachi Express, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 118 reviews.
Nama Izakaya, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 58 reviews.
osaka hibachi & sushi buffet, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 4.0 out of 5 from 809 reviews.
Locally owned eatery serving Japanese, Korean & Chinese meals, plus sushi rolls & a relaxed setting.
Zukku Sushi Knoxville, in Knoxville, is next up, rated 3.8 out of 5 from 62 reviews.
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When I am after ramen takeout in Knoxville, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward ramen takeout, 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.
Ramen is the hardest takeout order to get right: noodles keep cooking in hot broth, so a bowl packed as one container can turn soft before you reach your door. The Knoxville shops on this map all offer takeout, and the ones worth repeating pack the broth, noodles, and toppings separately so you assemble at home — the same thing a shop in Tennessee does for a delivery driver when it cares about the bowl arriving intact. Use the map to find takeout ramen close to you in Knoxville, TN, then filter by broth style, price, or what's open right now.
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 Knoxville, 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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Every restaurant on the map above offers takeout in Knoxville, TN. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location" to sort by distance, then layer on a broth filter — tonkotsu, miso, shoyu, or shio — to narrow it to the style you're craving.
It does when the shop packs it properly. Noodles continue absorbing liquid the moment they sit in hot broth, so the best takeout ramen arrives with the broth, noodles, and toppings in separate containers. Assemble it the second you get home and it tastes close to counter-fresh.
Bring the broth back to a near-simmer on the stove rather than microwaving the whole bowl, then pour it over the noodles in your own bowl and add the toppings last. If the noodles came pre-soaked in broth, eat immediately — reheating those makes them softer, not better.
Usually it is close to the same menu price, though you avoid a tip on table service. Use the price filter on the map to see budget bowls under about $15 across Knoxville, TN.
Yes, and it is one of the better group orders if the shop packs components separately — everyone assembles their own bowl and adds toppings to taste. Call ahead for larger orders so the kitchen can time the noodles.
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