{"id":10157,"date":"2022-01-21T11:06:20","date_gmt":"2022-01-21T03:06:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/?p=10157"},"modified":"2022-06-23T15:15:30","modified_gmt":"2022-06-23T07:15:30","slug":"ramen-restaurants-ho-chi-minh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/ramen-restaurants-ho-chi-minh\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Top-rated Ramen Restaurants In Ho Chi Minh City From VND75,000 Per Bowl"},"content":{"rendered":"

Top ramen <\/em>restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Living in Saigon, we\u2019re all just one call away from a hot bowl of hearty noodle soup. If you have tried all the varieties of Vietnamese noodle dishes, it\u2019s time to check out noodle delicacies from other countries, such as Japan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the best ways to experience Japanese gastronomy is to try <\/span>ramen<\/span><\/em>, a staple of Japanese cuisine. Loved all over the world, this iconic dish is also found in many places across Saigon.<\/span><\/p>\n

To help you get started, we\u2019ve listed out seven most popular<\/span> ramen<\/b><\/em> restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City<\/b> where you can enjoy excellent and budget-friendly <\/span>ramen. <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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1. Mutahiro Ramen – chicken-bone based ramen broth<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nTsukemen, also known as dipping ramen
\n<\/span>Image credit: <\/span>\u9d8f\u305d\u3070\u30e0\u30bf\u30d2\u30ed-Mutahiro-\u3000\u30db\u30fc\u30c1\u30df\u30f3<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Most ramen is served in pork bone-based broth, but <\/span>Mutahiro Ramen<\/b> specialises in ramen broth made from the bones of chickens, chicken oil, and <\/span>torigara <\/span><\/em>chicken stock. Therefore, the ramen broth here has a sweet and chicken-flavored taste.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>\u9d8f\u305d\u3070\u30e0\u30bf\u30d2\u30ed-Mutahiro-\u3000\u30db\u30fc\u30c1\u30df\u30f3<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

A piping hot bowl of chicken bone-based <\/span>ramen<\/span><\/em> with a soy sauce-marinated egg, several slices of fatty <\/span>chashu<\/span><\/i>, and a thin layer of bamboo shoots, is priced at <\/span>VND140,000 (~USD6.03).\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

The restaurant opens till 2AM in the morning, so you should save its address in the back of your pocket for a day when you have late-night hunger cravings.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"\"Image credit: <\/span>\u9d8f\u305d\u3070\u30e0\u30bf\u30d2\u30ed-Mutahiro-\u3000\u30db\u30fc\u30c1\u30df\u30f3<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

The restaurant features two levels of compact dining space and tends to get a full house after 6PM.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b><\/span>8A\/G8b Th\u00e1i V\u0103n Lung Street, B\u1ebfn Ngh\u00e9 Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
\n<\/span>Opening hours: <\/b><\/span>11AM-2PM I 6PM-2AM, Daily
\n<\/span>Telephone: <\/b><\/span>090 890 16 45<\/span><\/p>\n

Website<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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2. YuiRamen DANBO – diners can customize their order details, perfect for picky diners<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/span>Ramen DANBO Th\u1ea3o \u0110i\u1ec1n<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Originating from Japan with several stores opened internationally, <\/span>Ramen DANBO <\/b>has been in Saigon for over 3 years and enjoys great popularity among both locals and Japanese expats.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Ramen DANBO, you can customize your bowls from choosing the texture of your noodles to deciding how much flavor you want in your <\/span>tonkotsu<\/span><\/em>,<\/em> or <\/span>ramen <\/span><\/em>broth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Richly flavored and packed with succulent slices of pork belly, the <\/span>classic <\/i>tonkotsu ramen <\/em><\/b>(VND140,000,~USD6.03)<\/b> is a warm and soothing choice for dinner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>Ramen DANBO Th\u1ea3o \u0110i\u1ec1n<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Another must-try dish is <\/span>seafood <\/b>tsukemen<\/b><\/em> (VND150,000,~USD6.46), <\/b>serving cold whole-wheat noodles in fish-flavored pork-based broth.<\/span><\/p>\n

For an appetizing starter or side dish, you can also try a plate of juicy and crispy <\/span>gyoza <\/b><\/em>(VND40,000,~USD1.72), <\/b>also known as Japanese dumplings. In fact, rumor has it that this is one of the best places in town for gyoza.\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>@jjpw43<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Compact yet cozy, this no-frills eatery can only host around 20 diners at any given time, so it\u2019s more suitable for a quick lunch or dinner.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b><\/span>98 Xu\u00e2n Th\u1ee7y, Th\u1ea3o \u0110i\u1ec1n Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/span> <\/b>11AM-3PM I 6PM-11PM, Daily
\n<\/span>Telephone:<\/b><\/span> 036 423 2640<\/p>\n

Website<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Ph\u1ea1m Nghi\u00eam Trai – serving vegan Japanese food<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/span>Khanh Nguyen<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Compared to most local <\/span>ramen <\/span><\/i>houses,<\/span> Ph\u1ea1m Nghi\u00eam Trai, <\/b>also known as <\/span>Bongensai,<\/b> is quite spacious and even decked out with traditional Vietnamese architectural elements. Plus, the house even hosts musical performances at 8PM every day.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nVegan miso ramen<\/em>
\nImage adapted from: <\/span>Khanh Nguyen<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Aesthetics aside, Ph\u1ea1m Nghi\u00eam Trai dishes out a plethora of tasty vegan Japanese dishes, including meat-free <\/span>ramen<\/span><\/em> and udon.\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

For<\/span> ramen<\/span><\/em>, you\u2019ll find the spicy and a non-spicy version of <\/span>miso ramen<\/b><\/em> (VND175,000<\/b>, <\/span>~USD7.72)<\/b>, an iconic dish originating from Sapporo, Hokkaido. Boasting toasty, salty-sweet miso<\/em>-based broth, the dish is filled with vegan-friendly ingredients such as tofu, bokchoy<\/em>, corn, seaweed, and a marinated egg upon request.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b><\/span> 49 Nguy\u1ec5n \u0110\u0103ng Giai, Th\u1ea3o \u0110i\u1ec1n Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
\n<\/span>Opening hours: <\/b><\/span>8AM-10PM, Daily
\n<\/span>Telephone: <\/b><\/span>090 129 9829<\/span><\/p>\n

Website<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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4. Ramen Bar Suzuki – extensive menu and many fusion-inspired options<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nCardinal red tonkotsu ramen
\n<\/span>Image credit: <\/span>Duy Phan<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Serving a good selection of traditional<\/span> ramen<\/span><\/i> as well as regional varieties with a whole host of toppings, <\/span>Ramen Bar Suzuki <\/b>is a great place to experiment with Japanese traditional noodles.<\/span><\/p>\n

A highly recommended dish here is <\/span>cardinal red <\/b>tonkotsu ramen<\/b><\/em> (<\/span>VND135,000, ~USD5.81), <\/b>featuring thin and springy noodle strings layered with a custardy jammed egg, fatty pork belly, and seaweed laid in spicy and nutty<\/span> miso<\/span><\/em> soup.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nEmerald green tonkotsu ramen<\/span>
\n<\/span>Image credit: <\/span>Ramen Bar Suzuki HCMC<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

An equally delicious yet creamier alternative is <\/span>emerald green tonkotsu ramen <\/em><\/b>(<\/span>VND140,000, ~USD6.03), <\/b>a velvety pork-based <\/span>ramen<\/span><\/i> layered with basil and cheese.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>Ramen Bar Suzuki HCMC<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Albeit compact, the joint boasts elegant decor and plush chairs for comfortable dining.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Address: <\/b><\/span>8\/5 L\u00ea Th\u00e1nh T\u00f4n, B\u1ebfn Ngh\u00e9 Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
\n<\/span>Opening hours: <\/b><\/span>11AM-3PM, 6PM-11PM, Daily
\n<\/span>Telephone:<\/b><\/span> 076 899 5618<\/span><\/p>\n

Website<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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5. IPPUDO Ramen – spacious dining space<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit<\/span>: Ippudo Vietnam<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

As<\/span> Ippudo Ramen<\/b> is a renowned Japanese chain with locations worldwide, you know you\u2019re in for some legit <\/span>ramen <\/span><\/em>here. Boasting ample seating and elegant decor, the place is considered quite roomy for a common ramen<\/em><\/span>\u00a0spot in Ho Chi Minh City.<\/span><\/p>\n

Since this restaurant is well known for its <\/span>tonkotsu ramen<\/span><\/em>, make sure you try its <\/span>shiromaru <\/b><\/em>(VND154,000,~USD6.79)<\/b>, a classic Fukuoka dish.<\/span> Cooked with springy and chewy noodles bathed in richly flavored and creamy pork bone broth, this bowl comes with tender pork slices, bean sprouts,<\/span> ajikiku <\/span><\/em>mushrooms, and spring onions.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nGyokai tonkotsu ramen,<\/span> a combination of tonkotsu broth with mild bonito flavor.
\n<\/span>Image credit<\/span>: Ippudo Vietnam<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

For something with bold flavors, try the <\/span>spicy black (VND154,000,~USD6.79), <\/b>which features thick<\/span> ramen <\/span><\/em>noodles served in broth infused with homemade curry paste and spicy chilli oil.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b><\/span> Lot 1-3 MD2, Nguy\u1ec5n V\u0103n Linh, T\u00e2n Ph\u00fa Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
\n<\/span>Opening hours: <\/b><\/span>11AM-2AM, Daily<\/span>
\n<\/span>Telephone:<\/b><\/span> 070 888 0001<\/span><\/p>\n

Website<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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6. Daiichi Ramen – a variety of ramen<\/em> at affordable prices<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nTantanmen,<\/span> a Japanese take on sweet Sichuan Dan Dan noodles
\n<\/span>Image credit: <\/span>Daiichi Ramen<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re on the hunt for scrumptious yet affordable ramen<\/em> treats, <\/span>Daiichi Ramen <\/b>will be right up your chopsticks.<\/span> At Daiichi Ramen, you\u2019ll find over 10 options of<\/span> shoyu<\/span><\/em> and <\/span>shio<\/span> ramen<\/span><\/em>,<\/em> or salty and soy sauce-based ramen<\/em> respectively.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>Daiichi Ramen<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

With only <\/span>VND80,000 (~USD3.53)<\/b>, you can savor a fulfilling bowl of soy sauce-based <\/span>iekei ramen<\/span><\/em> packed with pork marrow and thick noodles.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/b>Featuring a heap of peppery minced pork laid out in warmly spiced and milky soy sauce-based broth, <\/span>tantanmen<\/b><\/em> (VND120,000,~USD5.16)<\/b> makes a spectacular flavor-packed meal for lunch or dinner.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>Daiichi Ramen<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Aside from <\/span>ramen<\/span><\/em>, you\u2019ll find a plethora of <\/span>udon, gyudon<\/span><\/em>, and<\/span> gyoza<\/span><\/em> here.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Located in the heart of <\/span>a Japanese neighborhood<\/span><\/a> and surrounded with Japanese pubs, this charming wood-bedecked eatery is a great place to head to after a hard day at work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/span> <\/b>8A\/2B2 Th\u00e1i V\u0103n Lung, B\u1ebfn Ngh\u00e9 Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
\n<\/span>Opening hours: <\/b><\/span>10AM-11PM, Daily
\n<\/span>Telephone:<\/span> <\/b>079 272 3555<\/span><\/p>\n

Website<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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7. HOME RAMEN – offering 5% discount if you do Facebook check-ins<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/span>HOME RAMEN<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

HOME RAMEN<\/b>, a compact and lovely eatery in Ph\u00fa Nhu\u1eadn District, offers a 5% discount on your bill if you check in at the stall at any time of the day. However, discounts are not the main reason why this eatery has become a new hit among many local<\/span> ramen<\/span><\/em> lovers.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>\u00dd Nh\u01b0<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

From <\/span>miso ramen <\/span><\/em>to<\/span> shoyu ramen <\/span><\/em>to <\/span>shio ramen,<\/span><\/em> the eatery dishes out a good array of budget-friendly and scrumptious <\/span>ramen <\/span><\/em>from only <\/span>VND75,000 (~USD3.31)<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of its best-selling menu items include <\/span>tonkotsu ramen<\/b><\/em> (VND85,000, ~US3.75) <\/b>and<\/span> spicy <\/b>miso ramen <\/b><\/em>(VND89,000, ~USD3.93)<\/b>, featuring a host of tasty toppings in flavorful broth cooked for 20 hours. Aside from <\/span>ramen<\/span><\/i>, you\u2019ll find a host of other Japanese delicacies such as <\/span>udon<\/span><\/em> and curry rice.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span>Huyen Dang<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Although small, the eatery has windows so you won\u2019t feel stuffy here.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/span> <\/b>3 Hoa C\u00fac, Ward 7, Ph\u00fa Nhu\u1eadn District, Ho Chi Minh City
\n<\/span>Opening hours: <\/b><\/span>9AM-10PM, Daily
\n<\/span>Telephone: <\/b><\/span>1800 577 766<\/span><\/p>\n

Website<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Where to get your ramen fix in Ho Chi Minh City<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Flavorful, protein-packed, and warming, <\/span>ramen<\/span><\/em> is one of the most popular comfort foods all over the world and is the perfect dish to chase away the cold. We have no doubt that you\u2019ll have a great slurping time with your friends in these above-mentioned ramen<\/em> places in Ho Chi Minh City.<\/span><\/p>\n

For recommendations on how to enjoy an authentic Korean dining experience in the city, check out our guide <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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