Are you looking for the best ramen in Charlotte, NC? We were! We asked around, visited some restaurants, and came up with this list of Charlotte’s very best ramen. Enjoy!
| Area | Charlotte, NC + Concord, NC |
| Neighborhoods | Ballantyne, SouthPark, Uptown, South End, NoDa area, Concord Mills |
| Family-Friendly | Yes — Jinya Ramen Bar has a kids menu; all spots welcome families |
| Featured Spots | Sheng Ramen, Jinya Ramen Bar, SilverLake Ramen, Bao and Broth |
| More Options | YUME Ramen, Menya Daruma, Roppongi Ramen Bar |
| Heads Up | Futo Buta and SARU Ramen at Camp North End have permanently closed |
Charlotte, NC’s Best Ramen
Sheng Ramen
15201 John J Delaney Drive, Charlotte: Ballantyne
Sheng Ramen
We asked over 55 people about their favorite ramen and so many people answered Sheng Ramen. We stopped by to give them a try and my teen loved their Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen. He ordered extra noodles and was super glad he did. I enjoyed Chicken Paitan Ramen which was not spicy at all. We took it to go and drove a minute over to Stream Park where we found a table and enjoyed our ramen.
Other diners recommended the Spicy Miso Ramen and also said that the Curry Ramen was really excellent. Portions are large!
Jinya Ramen Bar
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SouthPark: 4401 Barclay Downs Drive, Charlotte
Ally Charlotte Center: 601 S Tryon Street, Charlotte
Jinya Ramen Bar
Lots and lots of people recommended we give Jinya a try for really good ramen. Both restaurants get great reviews for service, though diners love the extra space at the SouthPark location. Many recommended the Tonkatsu Black Ramen. They also have a kids’ menu, which we love. Other diners mentioned that the vegetable ramen was particularly flavorful.
SilverLake Ramen
Concord Mills: 8694 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord
Charlotte South End: 2041 South Boulevard, Unit 107, Charlotte
SilverLake Ramen
Several people we talked to recommended SilverLake for their flavorful ramen broth. Try “The Blaze” Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen and the Crispy Rice.
Bao and Broth
Optimist Hall: 1115 N Brevard Street, Charlotte
Bao and Broth
We grabbed some ramen at Optimist Hall’s Bao and Broth and WOW. My son is a big ramen fan and according to him, this was the most flavorful ramen he’s ever had. The noodles were plentiful and the pork cooked perfectly.
Check out more about our visit to Optimist Hall.
It’s a nice option if some people in your group want awesome ramen and others would rather have a burger, pizza, sandwich, or really just about anything else!
More Ramen: Charlotte, NC
Here are a few more ramen spots that popped up in our conversation about great ramen in Charlotte. We wanted to include them in case you were looking for a few more options with great reviews.
Also, note a couple of favorites that sadly closed permanently.
Futo Buta: Permanently Closed
SARU Ramen at Camp North End: Permanently Closed
YUME Ramen and Sushi Bar: 1508 S. Mint Street, Charlotte
Menya Daruma: 1941 E 7th Street, Charlotte
Roppongi Ramen Bar: 9626 Monroe Road, Charlotte
Best Ramen in Charlotte, NC: FAQ
Where is the best ramen in Charlotte?
Based on recommendations from more than 55 locals, Sheng Ramen in Ballantyne consistently tops the list — especially for Spicy Tonkotsu and Curry Ramen. Jinya Ramen Bar, SilverLake Ramen, and Bao and Broth at Optimist Hall are also community favorites.
Do any Charlotte ramen restaurants have a kids menu?
Yes — Jinya Ramen Bar (at both its SouthPark and Ally Charlotte Center locations) offers a kids menu, making it a great pick for families.
Are Futo Buta and SARU Ramen still open in Charlotte?
No — both Futo Buta (South End) and SARU Ramen at Camp North End permanently closed in 2024. We note both closures in our guide above.
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