Traditional Ramen In Saint Paul, Minnesota โ 20 Spots
Every spot we track for traditional ramen in Saint Paul, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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Itton Ramen & Japanese Street Food
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Itton Ramen & Japanese Street Food, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5.

Itton Ramen
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Itton Ramen, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5.

Mochinut
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Mochinut, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5.
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Tenka Ramen
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Tenka Ramen, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.

Zen Ramen
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Zen Ramen, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.

Haiku Izakaya & Ramen
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Haiku Izakaya & Ramen, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.

Oishii Japanese Ramen & Donburi
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Oishii Japanese Ramen & Donburi, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5.

Kyuramen x TBaar - Plymouth
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Kyuramen x TBaar - Plymouth, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.
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Ichiddo Ramen Highland Park
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Ichiddo Ramen Highland Park, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.

Ichiddo Ramen - Apple Valley
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Ichiddo Ramen - Apple Valley, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5.

Ramen Kazama
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Ramen Kazama, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.

Master Noodle (Saint Paul)
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Master Noodle (Saint Paul), in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.

Tori Ramen
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Tori Ramen, in Saint Paul, is our top pick โ rated 4.5 out of 5.

Ichiddo Ramen Izakaya
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Ichiddo Ramen Izakaya, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5.
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Sakura Restaurant & Bar
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Sakura Restaurant & Bar, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.

Ishita Ramen
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Ishita Ramen, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.

Kyuramen - Eagan
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Kyuramen - Eagan, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5.

Ichiddo Ramen
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Ichiddo Ramen, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5.

Ichiddo Ramen Roseville
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Ichiddo Ramen Roseville, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5.

Ichiddo ramen
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Ichiddo ramen, in Saint Paul, is next up, rated 3.3 out of 5.
Traditional Ramen In Saint Paul, Minnesota
When I am after traditional ramen in Saint Paul, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward traditional 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 traditional ramen
Traditional ramen is made the classic Japanese way โ a broth simmered in-house for hours (tonkotsu, shoyu, shio, or miso), fresh noodles, and a few balanced toppings rather than a pile of gimmicks. Filter by a classic broth to find the most authentic bowls.
How I find the best traditional ramen in Saint Paul
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 Saint Paul, 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 traditional ramen
- โขSort by distance once you set your location so the nearest traditional ramen in Saint Paul 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 traditional ramen in Saint Paul?+
The map above shows Saint Paul, MN ramen restaurants. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location," then filter by a classic broth like tonkotsu or shoyu to surface the most traditional bowls.
What is traditional ramen?+
Traditional ramen is a bowl made the classic Japanese way โ a house-simmered broth (tonkotsu, shoyu, shio, or miso), fresh noodles, and balanced toppings like chashu, egg, and scallion.
How can I tell if a ramen shop is authentic?+
Look for house-made broth, a focused menu, and classic toppings. Reviews that praise the broth and noodles specifically are a strong sign of a traditional kitchen.
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