Best Ramen in Seattle (2025)
I remember when the small Capitol Hill outpost above the Harvard Market QFC opened in 2016 and wowed Seattle’s dining scene — Seattle Times critic Bethany Jean Clement even ran a story titled “Find the best bowl of ramen you’ve ever had at Seattle’s Ooink.” Owner Chong Boon Ooi, originally from Malaysia, breaks norms by drawing culinary influences from across Asia: alongside traditional shoyu and shio ramen you’ll find Sichuan-inspired mala ramen, plus spicy ayam goreng (Malaysian fried chicken), a spicy chicken sandwich, and Shanghai-style yang chun noodles. The restaurant’s name, a play on the owner’s name, is reflected in the pork-heavy menu, and they also sell their ramen as at-home kits that take longer to prepare but preserve a much better noodle texture.
Born as a yatai-style cart, Midnite now anchors Figurehead’s Fremont/Wallingford taproom. The onomichi ramen—shoyu with fish powder and pork fatback—wins repeated acclaim, including The Infatuation’s 2025 best-ramen list; Figurehead confirms daily service.
Wallingford’s Hokkaido-rooted izakaya leans miso—rich, earthy, and consistently recommended. Eater Seattle highlights it for ramen; locals love occasional wagyu shoyu and seafood bowls. Owner Keisuke Kobayashi ties the menu to Sapporo flavors.
A local, two-shop operation focused on Kyushu-style tonkotsu—black garlic and spicy miso are favorites. Featured on Eater Seattle’s ramen map; the Ballard location’s official page confirms current hours and independent ownership.
Capitol Hill’s playful izakaya from chef Makoto Kimoto serves real-deal ramen alongside mazemen and curry noodles. The ramen lineup—Tokyo shoyu, spicy miso, and more—appears on Rondo’s menu; The Stranger and Seattle Met champion the kitchen’s creativity.
This Capitol Hill favorite is known for late-night energy and a focused noodle section: wagyu tendon shoyu ramen and a rich dandan ramen. Celebrated by Seattle Met and local critics; the current menu confirms ramen is a house staple.
Independent Fremont spot offering hearty tonkotsu, garlic-forward bowls, and solid vegetarian options. Noted on city roundups and praised by diners for gluten-free flexibility; the official site lists current hours and menu.
Beloved for Japanese fried chicken, Setsuna also serves shio and tonkotsu ramen—simple, comforting bowls alongside house curry. Previously spotlighted by local media; the current menu confirms ramen offerings and ongoing service.