What goes better with cold weather than a big, warm bowl of ramen or pho, filled with all kinds of hearty ingredients?
Louisville is lucky to have so many delicious ramen and pho spots around town, which is why we put together this helpful list. So, put on a sweater and pick out your next ramen or pho destination!
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These Louisville pho and ramen restaurants are about to become your next obsession.Kiwami Ramen1700 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KYThis bustling ramen spot in the Highlands offers a lively, modern space where you can enjoy both traditional and creative ramen bowls. From the signature Kiwami Shiro to a veggie ramen topped with fresh lettuce and avocado, there’s something for everyone. Tasty appetizers like spicy edamame and gyoza wrapped in kale pastry round out the menu, making Kiwami Ramen a great spot whether you’re a ramen purist or seeking something new. Josie SeymourAmazing Thai12336 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KYIf you haven’t checked out Amazing Thai yet, you’re missing out on one of the best new spots in Louisville. Located in a spacious shopping center in Middletown, this stylish yet comfortable eatery has been earning rave reviews since opening in August. The menu offers everything from classic Thai noodle bowls to spicy curry dishes, all made to order with your choice of spice level. Don’t miss the Thai boat noodles or the $11.95 lunch specials, complete with egg roll and chicken tom yum soup. Robin GarrEatz Vietnamese974 Barrett Ave., Louisville, KYEatz Vietnamese is a cozy spot for pho lovers, serving up some of the best pho in Louisville. With a concise menu featuring affordable Vietnamese classics, the pho stands out with its rich beef bone broth and tender rice vermicelli, with options like beef tendon, meatballs, and tofu. The sambal spicy tofu banh mi is a fiery twist on the classic sandwich, complemented by fresh veggies and crispy tofu. Don’t forget to pair your meal with a Vietnamese iced coffee. A meal for two costs around $40.Enso1231 S. Shelby St..Enso, a beloved spot known for its creative ramen and Japanese-inspired dishes, is temporarily closed due to a fire. Thankfully, no one was injured, and the community’s support has been incredible. Chef Lawrence Weeks, who earned a James Beard nomination at North of Bourbon, brought his talent to Enso, creating dishes like the Creole Pork Ramen. This rich tonkatsu pork broth features tasso ham, trinity, truffle ramen, and creole mustard caramel for a flavorful fusion. Pictured is their Mushroom Yakisoba, with house-made noodles, tofu, and spring vegetables—a must-try for ramen fans. The reopening timeline is uncertain, but the team is eager to return. Robin GarrChik’n & Mi
1765 Mellwood Ave.
This Louisville hotspot has seen a lot of growth in recent years. Recently upgraded from its original location, Chik’n & Mi now has a fantastic covered patio along with its amazing ramen. As the website puts it “Chik’n & Mi specializes in making Asian inspired comfort foods, from Laotian spiced fried chicken to hearty and flavorful ramen noodle soups.”Aji Sushi & Asian Cuisine
5610 Outer Loop
This sushi restaurant has a large assortment of Asian cuisine. The restaurant said it best on its Facebook: “When you’re looking for tasty, traditional sushi, pad thai, ramen noodle soup, pho, fried rice, and much more, we are prepared and ready to serve you.”District 6
3930 Shelbyville Road
This Vietnamese restaurant is focused on traditional and modern dishes, combining flavors and techniques with local and market-fresh ingredients. You can get a customized bowl of your favorite pho, or trust the chef and try the Short Rib Pho.Heart & Soy / Roots
1216 Bardstown Road
Looking for more vegetarian or vegan options? Check out Heart & Soy and Roots, two restaurants in the same building on Bardstown Road. Roots is known for “upscale vegetarian dining” while Heart & Soy is more for quick dine-in or take-away. But both of these options offered delicious pho on their dinner menu.hiko-A-mon
1115 Herr Lane, Suite 130
This one of a kind Japanese restaurant offers a traditional Japanese experience with a contemporary touch. The restaurant’s head chef was born and raised in Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan where traditions run strong. It almost goes without saying, they also have amazing ramen.Vietnam Kitchen
5339 Mitscher Ave.
Vietnam Kitchen is a Louisville staple found near Iroquois Park, and among their many dishes is a fantastic pho. Michael C. Powell put it best when he previously wrote about Vietnam Kitchen: “Behold, the gold standard. The Cadillac of international, South End, family restaurants […] Vietnam Kitchen has enjoyed an earned reputation — an unassuming, no-frills strip mall cafe winner of no less than a million LEO Readers Choice awards.”Juno Japanese
Westport – 4110 Hampton Lake Way
Hillview – 5406 Antle Dr., Suite 111
Juno Japanese restaurant has two locations, and both are quality. Juno strives to serve “exquisite Japanese foods” according to their website. They also have ramen dishes with three flavor options: Shoyu, Tonkotsu, and Spicy Miso.Kabuki Express
5170 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN
This Japanese Hibachi and ramen restaurant has great prices and even better menu options. You can customize your ramen bowl with all kinds of flavors, from spicy to garlic, with plenty of meat, seafood, and veggie options.Ramen House Louisville
1250 Bardstown Road, Suite 17A
This place has fun decor and serious flavor, with traditional ramen, rice bowls, handmade gyoza and buns.Misawa Sushi Bar
7931 Bardstown Road
This modern Japanese sushi bar on Bardstown Road takes its food very seriously, with meticulously hand-formed sushi. It’s no surprise they pay similar attention to their Tonkotsu Ramen and Gyoza.Pho Ba Luu
1019 E. Main St.
This Butchertown restaurant specializes in Vietnamese street food, and has an amazing bar and patio. Now we know this is a list about pho, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t recommend the Bahn Mi with a side of pho for dipping (a better version of a French Dip).Renshoku Ramen
1162 S 2nd St.
This Old Louisville ramen shop began as a pop-up at the Louisville StrEatery in the Beechmont neighborhood. Now you’ll find them in Old Lou serving rice bowls and ramen like Yuzu Chicken and Bourbon Shoyu, just to name a few.Rice Bowl Korean Restaurant
3114 Grant Line Road, New Albany, IN
Get authentic Korean cuisine and delicious Japanese ramen at this New Albany restaurant. As the website put it, “Our restaurant is known for its variety in taste and high quality fresh ingredients. Come and experience our friendly atmosphere and excellent service.”Nam Nam Cafe
318 Wallace Ave.
Nam Nam Cafe is a locally owned family restaurant. The Head Chef David Truong works hard to bring what his website describes as “healthy, affordable asian cuisine.” Be sure to try their pho, and maybe a few dumplings… ok, a lot of dumplings.Café Thuy Van
5600 National Turnpike
If you’re in the South End and looking for something different than Vietnam Kitchen, head to Cafe Thuy Van. This restaurant is cash only.Pho Cafe
1704 Bardstown Road
This cafe spot on Bardstown Road specializes in pho, as well as quick customer service. If you’re on the go and need that pho fix, stop off here for a bowl of goodness.
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