11 Ramen Restaurants in Traverse City, MI
Every ramen restaurant we track in Traverse City, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, filter by feature, or switch to the map. Always confirm hours before you go.
11 ramen restaurants on this page
11 ramen restaurants
Umai Eats
1338 W South Airport Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686Closed — Closed today
Umai Eats, out in Traverse City, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 149 reviews.
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Samsara Southeast Asian Cuisine
4025 Chums Village Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685Closed — 2–7PM
Samsara Southeast Asian Cuisine, in Traverse City, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 442 reviews.
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K-Pocha
720 Munson Ave Suite A, Traverse City, MI 49686Closed — 11:30AM–8PM
K-Pocha, in Traverse City, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 187 reviews.
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Fuji Sushi Steak House
2576 Crossing Cir, Traverse City, MI 49684Closed — 11AM–10PM
Festive chefs cooking meals on teppanyaki grills & sushi are the draw at this Japanese restaurant.
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Red Ginger
237 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684Closed — 4–10PM
Upscale, chef-owned spot offers small plates of light Pan-Asian cuisine & signature cocktails.
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The Flying Noodle - Italian Pasta House
136 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684Closed — 5:30–9PM
Relaxed restaurant doling out pasta, pizza & salads in a contemporary, brick-lined space.
Traverse Asian Market
533 W Fourteenth St, Traverse City, MI 49684Closed — 11AM–7PM
Traverse Asian Market, in Traverse City, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 143 reviews.
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Full Send Ramen
346 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684Closed — 12–10PM
Full Send Ramen, in Traverse City, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 102 reviews.
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Kumite Underground Noodles
1110 E Eighth St Suite B, Traverse City, MI 49686Closed — 12–10PM
Kumite Underground Noodles, in Traverse City, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
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Firefly Restaurant
310 Cass St, Traverse City, MI 49684Closed — 11:30AM–10PM
Eclectic eatery featuring small, shareable plates including creative sushi & fondue plus happy hour.
The Good Bowl
328 E Front St a, Traverse City, MI 49684Closed — 11AM–3PM, 5–9PM
Contemporary Vietnamese cuisine & cocktails are served in this understated restaurant.
Finding Great Ramen in Traverse City, Michigan
Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Traverse City, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Traverse City, MI, and you can tap "Show distance from me" or switch to the map to sort by distance so the closest bowl is right at the top. Right now I am tracking 11 ramen spots in and around Traverse City, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, Umai Eats is the highest-rated ramen in Traverse City right now at 4.8 stars, with Samsara Southeast Asian Cuisine close behind. That said, I always check a couple of listings myself — skim the recent reviews and the photos, since the bowl that looks carefully made usually is.
How I pick a ramen spot in Traverse City
My rule of thumb is to favor shops that focus on one or two broths and do them obsessively well, and to trust a strong rating that holds up across a lot of reviews over a perfect score from only a handful. Then I match the bowl to the moment — something rich and creamy when it is cold out, something light and clean for lunch. You can do the same right on the map: filter by broth style like tonkotsu, miso, shoyu, or shio, then layer on what matters that day.
Narrowing down what you are craving
Some nights I just need a bowl that is open this minute; other times I am planning ahead. The filters handle both. In Traverse City you can jump straight to ramen open now, ramen open late, spicy ramen, vegan ramen, or the top-rated ramen near you. If you are driving in, the "Free Parking" and "Delivers" filters save a lot of hassle too.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ramen restaurant in Traverse City, MI?+
By rating, Umai Eats is currently the top ramen spot in Traverse City at 4.8 stars. I still recommend opening a couple of listings to skim recent reviews and photos, then sorting the map by rating or distance to pick your bowl.
How many ramen restaurants are in Traverse City, MI?+
There are 11 ramen spots listed in Traverse City, MI on RamenNearYou — from quick counter shops to sit-down ramen bars. The map keeps the closest ones at the top once you set your location.
What types of ramen are available in Traverse City?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Traverse City — tonkotsu, miso, shoyu, and shio — plus styles like tsukemen and spicy bowls at some shops. Use the filter bar above the map to narrow by broth type, price, and dietary preference like vegan or vegetarian.
Is there ramen open late or open now in Traverse City?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Traverse City, or "Open Late" for spots going past 10 PM. Hours are checked against each restaurant's posted schedule, and a green "Open" badge confirms it.
How do I find ramen delivery near Traverse City?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Traverse City spots that offer delivery, then open a listing to order. For the freshest bowl, choose a place close to you or one that packs broth and noodles separately.
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