1Aomori Kitchen + Market
4.9(22)·South Portland, ME
Aomori Kitchen + Market, in South Portland, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5.
Ramen Shoyu In South Portland, Maine — 5 Spots
Every spot we track for shoyu ramen in South Portland, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
5 restaurants on this page
5 restaurants
1:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/21187-ramen-noodle-soup-DDMFS-202-4x3-beauty--56b4542883b644b2a574a196e3322e0c.jpg)
2Ichiban Japanese Restaurant
4.7(63)·South Portland, ME
Ichiban Japanese Restaurant, in South Portland, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.
Closed now65 Main St, Biddeford, ME 04005, USA
3Kume Sushi Lounge
4.4(173)·South Portland, ME
Kume Sushi Lounge, in South Portland, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.
Ramen Gear
Shop Our Picks
Best Seller
Top Rated
Staff Pick
Best for Travel
Gift Ready
Shatter-Proof* Affiliate links — we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
4Kobe Steakhouse & Sushi
4.0(1,603)·South Portland, ME
Kobe Steakhouse & Sushi, in South Portland, is our top pick — rated 4.0 out of 5.
5UMI Sushi & Seafood
3.8(517)·South Portland, ME
UMI Sushi & Seafood, in South Portland, is next up, rated 3.8 out of 5.
Digital Guide
The Complete Ramen City Guide
A curated PDF you can keep on your phone — everything worth eating, hand-picked and written up by us. Delivered to your inbox after checkout.
- Every ramen spot in your city, ranked and reviewed
- What to order at each one, and what to skip
- Hours, price range, and the best time to go
- Hidden gems that never show up on the first page of Google
Secure checkout via Stripe. We'll email your guide once payment clears.
Ramen Shoyu In South Portland, Maine
When I am after shoyu ramen in South Portland, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward shoyu ramen, 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 shoyu ramen
Shoyu ramen is the original Tokyo style — a clear, brown broth seasoned with soy sauce (shoyu). It is light yet deeply savory, balancing a chicken or pork-and-dashi base with the umami of soy, usually served with curly noodles.
How I find the best shoyu ramen in South Portland
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 South Portland, 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 shoyu ramen
- •Sort by distance once you set your location so the nearest shoyu ramen in South Portland 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 South Portland, ME or jump to shoyu ramen near you nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find shoyu ramen in South Portland?+
The map above shows South Portland, ME restaurants serving shoyu ramen. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location" to sort by distance from your current location.
What is shoyu ramen?+
Shoyu ramen is a Japanese ramen style with a clear, soy-sauce-seasoned broth. Originating in Tokyo, it is light, clean, and savory — typically built on a chicken or pork-and-dashi base and served with curly noodles.
What is the difference between shoyu and shio ramen?+
Both are clear, light broths. Shoyu is seasoned with soy sauce, giving it a brown color and deeper umami, while shio is seasoned with salt, producing a paler, more delicate broth.
Also browsing: Shoyu Ramen Near Me · Ramen in South Portland, ME · Ramen in Maine
From the community
See ramen in the wild
More Ramen Searches Near Me
Best Ramen Near MePho Restaurants Near MeTop Rated Ramen Near MeRamen Open Now Near MeRamen Open Late Near MeTonkotsu Ramen Near MeSpicy Ramen Near MeExtra Spicy Ramen Near MeMiso Ramen Near MeRamen Spicy Miso Near MeShoyu Ramen Near MeShio Ramen Near MeTsukemen Near MeMazemen Near MeChicken Ramen Near MeBlack Garlic Ramen Near MeTantanmen Near MeRich & Creamy Ramen Near MeLight & Clean Ramen Near MeVegan Ramen Near MeRamen Under $15 Near MeDate Night Ramen Near MeRamen for Lunch Near MeBeef Ramen Near MeThick Noodle Ramen Near MeThin Noodle Ramen Near MeVegetarian Ramen Near MeKorean Ramen Near MeJapanese Ramen Near MeRamen Delivery Near MeFresh Ramen Noodles Near MeAuthentic Ramen Near MeJinya Ramen Near MeIppudo Ramen Near MeIchiran Ramen Near MeLanzhou Ramen Near MeHokkaido Ramen Near MeRamen Bars Near MeRamen Restaurants Near MeRamen With Outdoor Seating Near MeRamen With Reservations Near MeRamen With a Full Bar Near MeFamily-Friendly Ramen Near MeWheelchair Accessible Ramen Near MeRamen With Free Parking Near MeHidden Gem Ramen Near MeRamen Open Early Near MeRamen Open on Weekends Near MeHand Pulled Ramen Near MeRamen Open on Independence DayRamen Open on July 4th Near Me5 Star Ramen Restaurants Near MeTraditional Ramen Near MeChicken Katsu Ramen Near MeRamen Open 24 Hours Near MeRamen Shop Near MeRamen Karaoke Bar Near MeRamen and Sushi Near MeNew Ramen Places Near MeFish Ramen Near MeRamen Spots Near MeRamen Noodles Near MeGluten-Free Ramen Near MeHalal Ramen Near MeTonkatsu Ramen Near MeHanabi Ramen Near MeShokku Ramen Near MeRamen Shop Near MeMuroran Curry Ramen Near MeKagoshima Ramen Near MeHakata Ramen Near MeChampon Ramen Near Me