Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Ippudo, Ichiran and Poké Bar, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap places for ramen in Times Square. Top-rated ramen spots at the right price.
Times Square's Cheap Ramen Destinations
Finding an affordable, soul-warming meal in the heart of Times Square is easier than you think with this curated selection of budget-friendly Japanese spots. Whether you are looking for the focused, customizable bowls at Ichiran or the fresh, quick-service options at Poké Bar, these eateries offer authentic flavors without the midtown price tag. This collection highlights the best places to grab a steaming bowl of ramen or a light Japanese bite before catching a Broadway show or exploring the neon lights of the city.
5 restaurants in Best Cheap Ramen in Times Square | Top Cheap Spots
- Ippudo · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Ichiran · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Poké Bar: Japanese.
- Ichiran: Japanese.
- Sushi Damo: 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.
