Eat · By cuisine · 2026
The best ramen in New York.
Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 10 places.
I still remember the first time I had truly great ramen in New York City, it changed what I thought was possible. Since then, I’ve been on a mission to find the best ramen in New York City, and this guide is the culmination of that journey. Every pick here is one I’d order from again tomorrow.
- E.A.K. RamenRestaurant · Midtown & Greenwich VillageThe result? A deeply savory, almost creamy soup that stands out from the usual ramen offerings.
- IchiranRestaurant · Midtown & BrooklynThe incredible flavors paired with such a unique experience earns Ichiran a spot on my list of the it.
- IppudoRestaurantIppudo continues to serve some of the most delicious pork-based ramen in New York City.
- Ivan RamenRestaurant · Lower East SideAgainst all odds, the restaurant thrived.
- Kohoku-KuRestaurant · Hell’s KitchenKohoku-Ku is known two things. great ramen and affordable prices.
- Momofuku Noodle BarRestaurant · East VillageA true powerhouse in NYC’s food scene, Momofuku’s ramen is considered some of the best in town.
- Mr. Taka RamenRestaurant · Lower East SideIn terms of favorites, it’s a toss up between the miso ramen (made with chicken and fish broth), and the spicy tonkotsu made with pork broth.
- ROKCRestaurant · HarlemROKC (Ramen, Oysters, Kitchen, and Cocktails) is a Harlem hangout that dishes out some of the most unique ramen in New York City.
- TonchinRestaurant · Midtown & WilliamsburgMany locals consider this the best ramen New York City has to offer and I don’t disagree.
- Totto RamenRestaurant · Hell’s Kitchen & Midtown EastIf you’re looking for a more unique bowl consider the fried chicken ramen, which tastes as good as it sounds.
E.A.K. Ramen
Restaurant · Midtown & Greenwich Village
The result? A deeply savory, almost creamy soup that stands out from the usual ramen offerings.
Ichiran
Restaurant · Midtown & Brooklyn
The incredible flavors paired with such a unique experience earns Ichiran a spot on my list of the it.
Ippudo
Restaurant
Ippudo continues to serve some of the most delicious pork-based ramen in New York City.
Ivan Ramen
Restaurant · Lower East Side · 25 Clinton St, New York, NY
Against all odds, the restaurant thrived.
Kohoku-Ku
Restaurant · Hell’s Kitchen · 709 9th Ave, New York, NY
Kohoku-Ku is known two things. great ramen and affordable prices.
Momofuku Noodle Bar
Restaurant · East Village · 171 1st Ave, New York, NY
A true powerhouse in NYC’s food scene, Momofuku’s ramen is considered some of the best in town.
Mr. Taka Ramen
Restaurant · Lower East Side · 170 Allen St, New York, NY
In terms of favorites, it’s a toss up between the miso ramen (made with chicken and fish broth), and the spicy tonkotsu made with pork broth.
ROKC
Restaurant · Harlem · 3452 Broadway, New York, NY
ROKC (Ramen, Oysters, Kitchen, and Cocktails) is a Harlem hangout that dishes out some of the most unique ramen in New York City.
Tonchin
Restaurant · Midtown & Williamsburg · 13 W 36th St., New York & 109 N 3rd St, Brooklyn
Many locals consider this the best ramen New York City has to offer and I don’t disagree.
Totto Ramen
Restaurant · Hell’s Kitchen & Midtown East · 464 W 51st St, New York & 248 E 52nd St, New York
If you’re looking for a more unique bowl consider the fried chicken ramen, which tastes as good as it sounds.
Best ramen in New York, 2026
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