Tonkatsu Ramen In Asheville, North Carolina — 24 Spots
Every spot we track for tonkatsu ramen in Asheville, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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24 restaurants
Sen Vietnamese Street Food
89 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — Closed today
Sen Vietnamese Street Food, out in Asheville, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 173 reviews.
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Wasabi Japanese Restaurant
19 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 11:30AM–2:45PM, 4:30–9:30PM
Japanese dishes & sushi with stylish presentations, plus a sake list, served in cozy quarters.
Wild Ginger Noodle Bar
1950 Hendersonville Rd Ste 12, Asheville, NC 28803Closed — 11AM–8:30PM
Easygoing dining space serving up Vietnamese pho, banh mi & other noodle & rice entrees.
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Itto Ramen & Japanese Tapas
3 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 11:30AM–10PM
Creative small plates & homestyle ramen dishes are showcased at this laid-back Japanese eatery.
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Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse
121 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 5–9:30PM
Stylish choice with a terrace offering hot pot & dumplings with an American twist, plus cocktails.
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Miyako House
122 College St # B, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 10:30AM–9:30PM
Japanese staples including sushi, noodle soups & teriyaki dishes are served at this humble eatery.
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Maguro
14 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 11AM–2:30PM, 4:30–10PM
Maguro, in Asheville, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 257 reviews.
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P.F. Chang's
26 Schenck Pkwy, Asheville, NC 28803Closed — 11AM–9PM
Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.
Red Ginger Dimsum & Tapas
82 Patton Ave Suite 100, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 11:30AM–3PM, 5–9:30PM
Trendy, contemporary spot offering modern dim sum & Chinese small plates, plus wine & cocktails.
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Green Tea Sushi Japanese Restaurant
2 Regent Park Blvd, Asheville, NC 28806Closed — 11:30AM–3PM, 4:30–9:30PM
Modest roadside spot with a sushi bar serving Japanese fare along with Thai & Chinese dishes.
Zen Sushi
640 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804Closed — 11AM–3PM, 4:30–10PM
Casual, modern Japanese restaurant combining sushi with hibachi-grilled fare plus beer & wine.
Gan Shan
285 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806Closed — Closed today
Asian flavors meet Appalachian ingredients at this relaxed haunt with outdoor seating.
Mizu Noodle & Asian Cuisine
22 New Leicester Hwy Suite D, Asheville, NC 28806Closed — 11AM–3PM, 4–9PM
Mizu Noodle & Asian Cuisine, in Asheville, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 251 reviews.
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Ben's Tune Up
195 Hilliard Ave, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 4–11PM
Trendy brewery & beer garden offering house sakes, craft beers & Japanese-American fusion eats.
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Itto Ramen Bar & Tapas
630 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806Closed — 11:30AM–10PM
Itto Ramen Bar & Tapas, in Asheville, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,416 reviews.
Shanghai Dumpling House
37 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–9:30PM
Familiar Chinese staples including dumplings, noodles & fried rice served in an informal restaurant.
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Typhoon Noodle
1834 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803Closed — Closed today
Typhoon Noodle, in Asheville, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 867 reviews.
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Pacific Pagoda Sushi & Grill
1863 Hendersonville Rd #124, Asheville, NC 28803Closed — 11AM–10PM
Pan-Asian entrees, sushi & sashimi in easygoing surrounds with Asian & nautical decor.
Heiwa Shokudo
87 N Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — Closed today
Cozy bistro serving sushi, stir-fries & other Japanese fare (plus beer/wine) with an organic focus.
Udon Sushi & Noodle
129 Bleachery Blvd, Asheville, NC 28805Closed — 11AM–3PM, 4:30–9PM
Udon Sushi & Noodle, in Asheville, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 431 reviews.
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Mr.Sushi North
354 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 12–9PM
Mr.Sushi North, in Asheville, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 254 reviews.
Mr Tea Asian Bistro LLC
3 S Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC 28805Closed — 11:30AM–8:30PM
Mr Tea Asian Bistro LLC, in Asheville, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 241 reviews.
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The Noodle Shop
3 SW Pack Sq, Asheville, NC 28801Closed — 11:30AM–2:30PM, 5–9:30PM
Noodle dishes, spring rolls & other Chinese staples in simple surroundings with a patio.
Yoshida Express
611 Tunnel Rd Ste B, Asheville, NC 28805Closed — 11:30AM–3PM, 4–8:30PM
Yoshida Express, in Asheville, is next up, rated 3.7 out of 5 from 313 reviews.
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When I am after tonkatsu ramen in Asheville, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward tonkatsu 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 tonkatsu ramen
Tonkatsu ramen tops a hot bowl with a crispy, panko-breaded pork cutlet — a hearty twist that pairs especially well with a rich tonkotsu or chicken paitan broth. Note: tonkatsu is the fried cutlet, not tonkotsu the pork-bone broth.
How I find the best tonkatsu ramen in Asheville
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 Asheville, 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 tonkatsu ramen
- •Sort by distance once you set your location so the nearest tonkatsu ramen in Asheville 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
Where can I find tonkatsu ramen in Asheville?+
The map above shows Asheville, NC ramen restaurants. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location," then check menus and reviews for katsu or pork cutlet ramen.
What is tonkatsu ramen?+
Tonkatsu ramen is a bowl of ramen topped with a crispy, panko-breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet, usually served over a rich tonkotsu or chicken paitan broth.
Is tonkatsu the same as tonkotsu?+
No. Tonkatsu is a breaded, fried pork cutlet, while tonkotsu is a rich pork-bone broth. Tonkatsu ramen often uses a tonkotsu broth, so one bowl can feature both.
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