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The Laughing Owl Restaurant

The Laughing Owl Restaurant

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Hours
Monday11AM-9PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11AM-9PM
Thursday11AM-10PM
Friday11AM-10:30PM
Saturday12-10:30PM
SundayClosed

Features

🍜 Dine-in🥡 Takeout🛵 Delivery🌿 Outdoor Seating🍺 Alcohol🌱 Vegan Options🥦 Vegetarian📅 Reservations♿ Accessible👨‍👩‍👧 Family Friendly🅿️ Parking💳 Credit Cards

About The Laughing Owl Restaurant

Funky spot with a lively tavern vibe offering a mix of Asian & New American fusion fare & full bar.

The menu covers a range of ramen styles, from rich tonkotsu and earthy miso to clean shoyu and delicate shio broths. Whether you prefer a creamy, opaque broth or a clear, savory one, there's a bowl to suit every palate. The noodles are cooked to order, and toppings — including chashu pork, soft-boiled eggs, nori, and bamboo shoots — complete each bowl with thoughtful balance.

The Laughing Owl Restaurant has earned a 4.3-star rating from 1,254 reviews, reflecting a consistent track record of quality and hospitality. Guests frequently highlight the depth of the broth, the quality of the toppings, and the welcoming atmosphere as standout elements of the experience. Pricing is reasonable for the quality and portion size you receive.

The Laughing Owl Restaurant offers dine-in seating, takeout, delivery, outdoor seating, reservations, a full bar and on-site parking, making it easy to enjoy a great bowl however works best for you. The menu also includes vegan and vegetarian options, so everyone at the table can find something delicious.

If you're searching for great ramen in Goldsboro, NC, The Laughing Owl Restaurant is a strong contender. The attention to detail in every bowl — from the broth to the noodle cook time to the toppings — reflects a kitchen that takes ramen seriously. It's the kind of place you'll want to return to, trying a different bowl each time.

What Diners Say

The Laughing Owl Restaurant in Goldsboro, NC holds a 4.3-star rating from 1,254 Google reviews, based on our read of the aggregated diner feedback. Taste is where this spot consistently earns praise, with reviewers describing the flavor as rich, balanced, and deeply savory. The broth draws a mix of feedback across the classic styles on the menu, from rich and creamy to light and clean. Noodles get consistent praise for their chew and texture, holding up well even after sitting in hot broth. Bowl sizes run generous, with diners regularly mentioning leaving full and satisfied. Value for the price is a recurring positive, with diners feeling the portion and quality justify the cost. The Laughing Owl Restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, so there are multiple ways to enjoy a bowl. Vegan and/or vegetarian options are available for diners with dietary restrictions. Overall, The Laughing Owl Restaurant is a solid choice worth trying if you're in Goldsboro craving ramen.

  • ✓Well-reviewed with 1,254+ Google reviews
  • ✓Reviewers consistently praise the taste
  • ✓Generous bowl portions
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