Tonkatsu Ramen In Salem, Oregon — 12 Spots
Every spot we track for tonkatsu ramen in Salem, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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12 restaurants
BONJAPAN YAROKU
3755 Portland Rd NE, Salem, OR 97301Closed — 12–8PM
BONJAPAN YAROKU, out in Salem, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 236 reviews.
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Oniyatai Ramen
4106 State St, Salem, OR 97301Open today: Hours unavailable
Oniyatai Ramen, in Salem, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 21 reviews.
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Happy Bibimbop House
635 Chemeketa St NE, Salem, OR 97301Open today: 11AM–9PM
This laid-back locale serves familiar Korean fare such as BBQ & bibimbap, plus sushi & teriyaki.
Manna Japanese Comfort Food
4845 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302Closed — Closed today
Manna Japanese Comfort Food, in Salem, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 319 reviews.
Wok N Pho Chinese and Vietnamese Cusine
3284 Lancaster Dr NE A, Salem, OR 97305Open today: 11AM–9PM
Wok N Pho Chinese and Vietnamese Cusine, in Salem, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 139 reviews.
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Noodle Zone
3316 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97305Open today: 11AM–9PM
Noodle Zone, in Salem, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 162 reviews.
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Ginza Sushi & Ramen
4336 Commercial St SE #150, Salem, OR 97302Open today: 11:30AM–2:30PM, 4:30–9:30PM
Ginza Sushi & Ramen, in Salem, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 37 reviews.
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Ibendoo ramen
3405 Commercial St SE #150, Salem, OR 97302Closed — 11AM–8PM
Ibendoo ramen, in Salem, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 603 reviews.
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Momiji Japanese Restaurant
3411 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97302Open today: 12–9PM
Contemporary Japanese eatery with a menu of sushi favorites & other items like tempura & donburi.
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Akai Ramen & Izakaya
380 High St NE, Salem, OR 97301Open today: 11AM–9PM
Akai Ramen & Izakaya, in Salem, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 329 reviews.
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503 Sushi Bar
189 Liberty St NE Mz-1, Salem, OR 97301Closed — 11:30AM–8PM
503 Sushi Bar, in Salem, is next up, rated 3.8 out of 5 from 500 reviews.
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Ojisan’s Ramen
440 State St, Salem, OR 97301Open today: Hours unavailable
Ojisan’s Ramen, in Salem, is next up, rated 3.8 out of 5 from 18 reviews.
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When I am after tonkatsu ramen in Salem, 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 Salem
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 Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem?+
The map above shows Salem, OR 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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