Ramen · verified Jun 10, 2026 · By Piyush Puri
Best Ramen in Manhattan
The 10 best ramen shops in Manhattan right now, tonkotsu, shoyu, tsukemen, late-night. Picked by locals, graded by NYC's toughest eaters.
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- 1Midtown · $$ · 132 W 31st StMap ↗verified 7w ago
A Japanese import famous for its solo-booth dining and single-minded pursuit of classic tonkotsu.
Because there is no other ramen shop in Midtown where you can eat in silence, adjust spice and noodle hardness on a paper form, and get a clean, glossy pork broth that tastes like it was dialed in by an engineer.
Order Classic tonkotsu with kaedama (noodle refill) and soft-boiled egg.
Order the extra noodle add-on with 30 seconds left, the broth is still hot enough to cook the second helping properly.
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Good to know
- What is the best ramen shop in Manhattan?
- Our current #1 reflects a blend of editorial sourcing from Eater, The New York Times, and Infatuation, plus live community votes. It changes as votes come in.
- What kind of ramen is Manhattan known for?
- Manhattan leans heavily on tonkotsu (rich pork-bone broth) and shoyu (soy-based), but newer openings in the East Village and Chinatown have pushed tsukemen and spicy miso into the spotlight.
- Is there good late-night ramen in Manhattan?
- Yes — several of our picks are open past midnight. Hell's Kitchen and East Village are your best bets after 11 p.m.
- How much does a bowl of ramen cost in Manhattan?
- Expect $17-$24 for a standard bowl, with specialty or wagyu builds reaching $30+. Prices have climbed fast since 2024.
