3 Ramen Restaurants in Waterbury, VT
Every ramen restaurant we track in Waterbury, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, filter by feature, or switch to the map. Always confirm hours before you go.
3 ramen restaurants on this page
3 ramen restaurants
Thai Smile
1024 Waterbury-Stowe Rd #2, Waterbury, VT 05676Closed — 12–9PM
Thai Smile, out in Waterbury, is our top pick — rated 4.5 out of 5 from 500 reviews.
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Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant
1100 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, Waterbury, VT 05676Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Chinese fare includes moo shu, lo mein & fried rice at this unassuming eatery, which also delivers.
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China Star
76 S Main St, Waterbury, VT 05676Closed — 10:30AM–10:30PM
China Star, in Waterbury, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 129 reviews.
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Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Waterbury, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Waterbury, VT, 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 3 ramen spots in and around Waterbury, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, Thai Smile is the highest-rated ramen in Waterbury right now at 4.5 stars, with Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant 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 Waterbury
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 Waterbury 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 Waterbury, VT?+
By rating, Thai Smile is currently the top ramen spot in Waterbury at 4.5 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 Waterbury, VT?+
There are 3 ramen spots listed in Waterbury, VT 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 Waterbury?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Waterbury — 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 Waterbury?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Waterbury, 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 Waterbury?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Waterbury 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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