The Best Ramen Bowls

Kimi Cuisine Ramen Bowl Set

Classic style meets functionality

With tradition in mind, these ramen bowls have key features and are made of durable black melamine.

Best Overall

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These sleek, black ramen bowls are first up. With tradition in mind, there are two notches in the side for holding your chopsticks. And should you prefer a spoon, the included ramen ladle is perfectly sized to fit into the bowl.

While there are a lot of excellent features to these bowls, the durability is perhaps our favorite. Simply put, these bowls will last years. Made of gorgeous melamine, they are incredibly durable and yet wonderfully lightweight. Virtually drop-proof, you can toss them in the dishwasher for easy cleaning.

Pros:

• Perfectly sized at 37-ounce capacity.
• Included is a complete set for two: 2 large ramen bowls, 2 matching ladles, and 2 matching chopsticks.

Cons:

• Although you can wash this in a dishwasher, you can not use these ramen bowls in the microwave.

KooK Japanese Ceramic Noodle Bowl

Aesthetically pleasing and large

The bright red of these bowls makes for an eye-catching pop of color on your dining room table.

Best Ceramic Set

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The pop of red inside these eye-catching ceramic bowls make these a cut above the rest. Although these don’t have a built-in chopstick holder, it’s almost better that way. We find ourselves using these bowls a lot – for way more than just ramen. The thickness of the ceramic makes these well-insulated, keeping your meal exactly as intended, heat-wise.

Pros:

• Aesthetically pleasing with a smooth matte finish and a striking, shiny red interior.
• These bowls are large. When filled exactly to the brim, they’ll hold 40 ounces.
• We like how heavy these bowls feel in your hand. Although ceramic, they’re durable and chip-resistant.

Cons:

• Although microwave-safe, they don’t function very well for reheating in the microwave. It’s best to add hot meals to the bowls rather than use them in the microwave.

NJCharms Large Ceramic Japanese Ramen Noodle Soup Bowl Set

For the extra portions

Want a more traditionally sized bowl of ramen? Go for these 60-ounce ramen bowls. Your belly will thank you.

Best Large Size

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Word of advice from my ramen-loving neighbor? Go big or go home. When it comes to a ramen bowl, if you love ramen, get yourself an oversized bowl. These hand-crafted bowls will hold 60 fluid ounces. With three design options, grab a set of each for an eye-pleasing collection of perfectly styled ramen bowls. And for larger dinner parties, clean-up is a cinch. Dishwasher-safe, just toss these pretty bowls on the top rack.

The delicate shape of these ramen bowls is set in tradition, yet with a modern twist on the shape. With a wide top that tapers down significantly to the bottom, these ramen bowls are functional, pretty, and perfect for serving up a delicious bowl of ramen.

Pros:

• Comes as a complete set of two: 2 bowls, spoons, and chopsticks.
• Authentic size of traditional ramen bowls.
• Dishwasher- and microwave-safe.

Cons:

• The black color option fades with time. It’s still pretty, but we wish the color held fast.

Happy Sales Multi-Purpose Japanese Design Ceramic Ramen Bowl with Condiment Lid

Put a lid on it

With a compartmentalized lid, this ramen bowl set is more than just pretty – it's functional, too.

Best With Lid

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Six inches in diameter with a convenient (and beautiful) condiment lid, this ceramic bowl is made for ramen but works for so many other dishes as well. Although shallow, the compartment lid has three built-in separators for toppings. One of my personal favorite features? Even with the lid on, the chopsticks fit in the bowl. With this unique design, you can poke the chopsticks through the holes that sit just underneath the rim of the bowl. Each bowl set comes with a bowl, lid, and chopstick set. That’s maybe the only downfall here, as the price tag on these is a tad higher. The bowls are just so pretty, we want one in every color.

Pros:

• Multiple colors and design options available.
• Can be used for a variety of Japanese-inspired dishes.
• Microwave- and dishwasher-safe.

Cons:

• Only holds about 18-20 fluid ounces before reaching the chopstick holes. While we love the design of the lid, that makes these a smaller bowl than is traditional.

Hinomaru Collection Quality Japanese Ramen Udon Noodle Bowl with Chopsticks

Beauty meets function

These gorgeous, artistic bowls aren't just decorative – they function perfectly for a small bowl of ramen.

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It is hard to say, but we might have gone and saved the prettiest for last. Although on the smaller size (5 inches in diameter and 4 inches tall), these bowls feature Japanese-inspired artwork that has us wanting one in every design. With a hole on one side and a notch on the other, you’ll have a resting place for your chopsticks that adds a little character to each bowl. The size makes these nice for kids or smaller appetites, so we don’t hate that it holds a bit less.

All in all, these tout a simple design and flawless, inspired artwork. See why we think we saved the best for last?

Pros:

• Safe for the microwave, dishwasher, and freezer
• 22 different designs to choose from to create a truly unique bowl set.
• Perfect size for a small bowl of ramen.

Cons:

• The included chopsticks are of low quality. You’ll want to use your own.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should you look for in a high-quality, traditional Japanese ramen bowl?

While it’s not completely necessary to eat out of a ramen bowl for ramen, it really does take your ramen experience to the next level. There’s just something about it that feels authentically appropriate. Plus, they are called ramen bowls for a very specific set of reasons. First, a proper ramen bowl is designed to hold the perfect ratio of each ingredient. Moreover, they typically have design features for eating ramen. Typically, they have notches for chopsticks, a depth that perfectly holds a mini ramen ladle, and often, gorgeous, Japanese-inspired artwork. Although made for ramen, we find ourselves using ramen bowls for everything from pasta to cereal. They’re pretty, fun, and we just love ’em.

Is traditional ramen considered a healthy meal?

Wondering about the nutritional content of a yummy ramen bowl? While we can’t speak for those brightly colored ramen packages that line the aisles of your local grocery store (you know the ones), we can say that traditional ramen is certainly healthier. Although still a bit high in sodium, ramen can contain a variety of insanely delicious veggies and nutrient-rich eggs. Sure, it can be a bit unhealthy depending on how you do it up, but it doesn’t have to be. Regardless, ramen is a delicious dish that, healthy or not, we just can’t get enough of. Just ask my neighbor.