Best Places to Eat Noodles in Honolulu, Hawaii

There’s something both soothing and refreshing about having a bowl of noodles for lunch or dinner. And when those noodles come from Honolulu, Hawaii, you know you’re being served something special. Honolulu is home to restaurants owned and staffed by culinary masters from Japan, Vietnam, and many other parts of Asia. Combining traditional recipes with their own unique twists, the ramen and udon noodle dishes here provide flavors you can’t find anywhere else.

Do you consider yourself a connoisseur of delicious noodle dishes? Do your friends enjoy sampling authentic Japanese ramen recipes? Then you’ll want to make sure to get a GiftYa electronic gift card. By uploading this e-gift card onto your debit card, you can take your friends across the island to eat at all the restaurants listed below. You can also use GiftYa to make purchases at Hawaii’s many bakeries, shops, and other attractions, making this e-gift card essential for your next visit to Hawaii.

Marukame Udon

Enjoy fresh handmade udon noodles at Marukame Udon

2310 Kuhio Ave Ste 124 | Waikiki/ marugameudon.com

If you love the soothing taste of a good bowl of udon, make sure to pay Marukame Udon a visit and try their fresh handmade udon noodles Located in Waikiki, Marukame Udon offers a wide variety of cold and warm udon dishes. Order the curry udon, flavorful niku udon, or cold bukkake udon.

A popular destination, many customers find it’s more convenient to order take out if the dine-in line is too long. Either way, the food is spectacular for lovers of Japanese udon.

“This is my favorite restaurant in Waikiki! Every time I’m in town, I MUST visit here at least two times during my trip.” — Yelp Review

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Wagaya

Dine on Japanese ramen made from scratch

2080 S. King St. | Mo’ili’ili/ wagayahawaii.com

In the mood for a casual lunch? Wagaya offers bowls of Japanese ramen soup made from scratch. There are plenty of choices, including the popular hakata wagaya ramen and garlic tsukemen. Vegetarians will be glad to know Wagaya offers vegetarian ramen and some vegan options. And be sure to try some of the other delicious options, including the corn tempura, daikon salad, and beef tongue. If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a casual but classy lunch or dinner, Wagaya is a wonderful eatery.  

“Small restaurant in tiny plaza with GREAT RAMEN!” — Yelp Review

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Ramen Nakamura

Authentic Japanese ramen dishes keep diners coming back for more

2141 Kalakua Ave | Waikiki

You won’t be able to place a reservation at Ramen Nakamura, but that doesn’t stop people from waiting every lunch and dinner to taste their signature ramen dishes. From ox tail ramen to spicy ramen to miso ramen, there’s a wide variety of ramen for every palate and preference. You’ll also find many vegetarian options and some vegan options. Definitely a great place to dine in or takeout during your next visit to Hawaii.

“Literally one of the most unique and best. The ox tail bone broth with ramen is something you can’t get anywhere else.” — Yelp Review

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Goma Tei Ramen

Delicious ramen served in flavorful broth

1200 Ala Moana Blvd Ste 42 | Ala Moana/ gomatei.com

Authentic Japanese ramen and generous portions are the defining attributes of Goma Tei Ramen, a Japanese eatery that’s been delighting native Hawaiians and visitors to the island since 2005. Be sure to try their signature dish, the Tan Tan Ramen which boasts a flavorful broth with mild spicy, sesame flavor along with char siu pork, crisp stalks, and choy sum. Or order their hand-made gyoza, pan fried and perfectly browned. Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner served within an elegant atmosphere.

“Seemed like a lot of noodles in there because we kept eating and our bowl looked almost untouched. Chashu was tasty and I enjoyed all components of the bowl.” — Yelp Review

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The Pig & The Lady

Try the Pho at The Pig & The Lady

83 N. King St. | Chinatown/ thepigandthelady.com

A popular pop-up restaurant that’s been delighting people since 2011, The Pig & The Lady uses locally sourced ingredients to craft delectable Vietnamese/Southeast Asian fusion dishes. Founded by 2012 Hawaii Rising Star Chef Andrew Le, The Pig & The Lady provides diners with flavorful family meals. Try the Laotian Fried Chicken or French Dip Banh Mi. Diners also enjoy the Papaya Salad, Ahi Tataki and Pork Chop.

Of course, if noodles are your meal of choice, then the Oxtail pho offers a spiced beef broth with fresh rice noodle and aromatic herbs. Or order the P & I Pho or Duck Pho if you’d like to give your taste buds a unique treat. You can also choose from vegan options and many vegetarian options.

“Great food, great drinks, great service.” — Yelp Review

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Lucky Belly

Ramen and other delectable delights await you at Lucky Belly

50 N. Hotel St. | Downtown/ luckybellyhi.com

You won’t just find noodles at Lucky Belly, although their menu does place the focus on both ramen and sake. Nevertheless, customers also enjoy ordering their pork belly or belly bao. You can also sample their oxtail dumplings, shrimp gyoza, beet salad and shu mai. And for diners who enjoy the taste of alcohol with their lunch or dinner, Lucky Belly offers a full bar.

That being said, you’ll want to save room for their famous belly bowl and other ramen dishes. If you’re looking for a trendy, classy place to eat in Hawaii that offers great ramen, then you’ll definitely want to reserve a spot at Lucky Belly.  

“Glad we made this choice as it turned out to be a nice quiet spot in the hustling and bustling Hawaii otherwise” — Yelp Review

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Junpuu

Enjoy the authentic taste of Japan in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii

1010 S. King St. Ste 108 | Honolulu/ junpuuramen.com

Located in the Medical Arts Building, Junpuu offers authentic Japanese food with its ramen-based menu. The restaurant’s name translates to “smooth sailing” which gives owner and cook Eiji Kato something to strive for with his unique ramen combinations. Try the Tantan Men, a popular dish with tonkotsu (pork bone) broth cooked for 16 hours, ensuring excellent flavor. Or sample the tomato-flavored ramen which combines the tonkotsu broth with sun-dried tomatoes, giving it a multiethnic flavor. While the dishes are based on Japanese recipes, you’ll also find ramen you won’t be able to find anywhere else in the world.

“Our new favorite ramen spot!! Everything from the food to the service was excellent. Most definitely coming back.” — Yelp Review

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Golden Pork Tonkotsu Ramen Bar

Have your ramen served in a rich pork broth cooked for 23 hours

1279 S. King St. | Honolulu/ golden-pork-tonkotsu-ramen-bar.business.site

Established in 2015, this Japanese owned and run ramen restaurant specializes in Tonkotsu Ramen or ramen in a rich pork broth. The soup is made fresh every day and cooked for 23 hours to ensure exceptional flavor. Be sure to order extra noodles with the broth if you love good ramen.

Golden Pork Tonkotsu Ramen Bar also offers a wonderful selection of side dishes and appetizers including house made gyoza and golden pork buns. You can also enjoy a selection of alcoholic beverages including Japanese craft beer and Hawaiian sake. There are also limited vegetarian and vegan options, but you won’t be able to make reservations.

“They have really good ramen. I suggest the tsukemen ramen spicy lvl 2 it hits the spot every time!” — Yelp Review

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I-NABA Restaurant

Soba and tempura lovers will adore I-NABA

1610 S. King St. | Honolulu/ inabahonolulu.com

Soba noodle lovers will definitely want to visit I-NABA with its wide selection of Japanese noodle dishes. Enjoy your soba cold or hot with a side of vegetable tempura or edamame rice. You can also enjoy a simple and healthy Japanese breakfast and many vegetarian options. And don’t forget to visit the sushi bar! I-NABA does take reservations, so be sure to call ahead and schedule your next lunch or dinner here.

“I-naba specializes in soba and tempura. We loved it so much we came back twice in one week.” — Yelp Review

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