Tonkatsu Ramen In Franklin, Tennessee โ 17 Spots
Every spot we track for tonkatsu ramen in Franklin, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
17 restaurants on this page
17 restaurants
Mi Kitchen
9050 Carothers Pkwy #104, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ Closed today
Mi Kitchen, out in Franklin, is our top pick โ rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,725 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โIce Point Poke & Ramen
1113 Murfreesboro Rd #115, Franklin, TN 37064Closed โ 3โ9PM
Ice Point Poke & Ramen, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 347 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โMiso
2020 Fieldstone Pkwy, Franklin, TN 37069Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 5โ9PM
A large variety of sushi, bento boxes & Japanese entrees is served in casual, family-friendly digs.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โWild Ginger
101 Market Exchange Ct, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ 11AMโ8:30PM
Open-kitchen eatery with upscale fusion cuisine & sushi plus a patio with an infinity pool & bands.
Sunset Sushi & Thai
1031 Riverside Dr, Franklin, TN 37064Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 5โ9PM
Small, unfussy spot offering a variety of classic Asian dishes, in addition to creative sushi rolls.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โSakura
595 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064Closed โ 11AMโ2PM, 4:30โ9PM
Simply decorated eatery offering sushi, Japanese kitchen entrees & Thai dishes, with beer & sake.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โTakumi Hibachi Sushi Lounge
545 Cool Springs Blvd #195, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ 11AMโ2:30PM, 4:30โ9:30PM
Takumi Hibachi Sushi Lounge, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 682 reviews.
Bamboo House ็ๅฎๆฅผ (New Management)
330 Mayfield Dr A10, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ 11AMโ9PM
Hunan chicken & Mongolian beef round out the menu at this basic Chinese eatery with lunch specials.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โIchiddo ramen
1709 Galleria Blvd #1035, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ 11AMโ3PM, 4:30โ9PM
Ichiddo ramen, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 339 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โBlue Sushi Sake Grill
5001 Aspen Grove Dr STE: 142, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ 11AMโ9PM
Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.
Thai Samurai Cool Springs
1762 Galleria Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ 11AMโ9PM
Thai Samurai Cool Springs, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 209 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โKoi Sushi & Thai
102 Lumber Dr #200, Franklin, TN 37064Closed โ 11AMโ9PM
Casual restaurant offering curries & Thai cuisine as well as a sushi bar & Japanese favorites.
Health Sushi
600B Frazier Dr, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ 11AMโ8:30PM
Health Sushi, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 342 reviews.
Otaku Ramen
230 Franklin Rd, Franklin, TN 37064Closed โ 11AMโ3PM, 4โ9PM
Otaku Ramen, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 313 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โNoodles and Company
995 Meridian Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ 10:30AMโ9PM
Counter-serve chain offering international noodle & pasta dishes from mac 'n' cheese to Pad Thai.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โUmi Japanese Restaurant
4000 Hughes Crossing #100, Franklin, TN 37064Closed โ 11AMโ2PM, 5โ9PM
Umi Japanese Restaurant, in Franklin, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 265 reviews.
Nori Japan
1800 Galleria Blvd #3030, Franklin, TN 37067Closed โ 10AMโ8PM
Nori Japan, in Franklin, is next up, rated 3.0 out of 5 from 41 reviews.
Is this your restaurant? Claim it โTonkatsu Ramen In Franklin, Tennessee
When I am after tonkatsu ramen in Franklin, 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 โ 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 โ 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 Franklin
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 Franklin, 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
- โขSort by distance once you set your location so the nearest tonkatsu ramen in Franklin is on top.
- โขOpen a few listings and read the most recent reviews โ fresh, specific praise is the best signal.
- โขUse the Filters button to stack on what matters: open now, price, or dietary needs.
- โขAsk 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 Franklin?+
The map above shows Franklin, TN 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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