Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Obao, Ichiran and Kung Fu Little Steamed Buns, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find affordable places for noodles in Times Square. Top-rated noodles spots at the right price.
Times Square's Affordable Noodles Destinations
Finding a budget-friendly meal in the heart of Times Square is simple when you explore this selection of vibrant noodle shops and Asian eateries. From the rich, customizable ramen at Ichiran to the aromatic Thai flavors at Obao, these spots offer a diverse range of Japanese, Chinese, and Thai comfort food just steps away from the bright lights of Broadway. Whether you are craving the hand-pulled noodles at Kung Fu Little Steamed Buns and KungFu Kitchen or a fresh bowl from Poké Bar, this collection proves that satisfying, authentic cuisine can be both accessible and delicious in Midtown.
6 restaurants in Best Affordable Noodles in Times Square | Top Affordable Spots
- Obao · rated 4.7/5: Thai.
- Ichiran · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Kung Fu Little Steamed Buns · rated 4.4/5: Chinese.
- KungFu Kitchen · rated 4.4/5: Chinese.
- Poké Bar: Japanese.
- Ichiran: Japanese.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
