Tonbo Ramen

Ramen restaurant, Asian restaurant, Bar, Izakaya restaurant, Restaurant

Located amidst the hustle and bustle of downtown Raleigh, Tonbo Ramen boasts a cozy, trendy vibe perfect for solo diners or groups alike. This Asian fusion haven offers a delightful mix of flavorful ramen and small plates. With options ranging from vegetarian noodles to succulent Japanese fried chicken bowls, there's something for everyone. Enjoy their curated tea selection or kick back with a cocktail. While service can be a tad slow at times, the inviting atmosphere and tasty meals make it a must-visit for food lovers. Reservations are recommended!

Contact Info

  • Location: 211 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27601
  • Phone: (919) 977-3625
  • Price range: $$
Tonbo Ramen

Opening hours

  • Monday: 4-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 4-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 4-9 pm
  • Thursday: 4-9 pm
  • Friday: 11:30 am-10 pm
  • Saturday: 11:30 am-10 pm
  • Sunday: 12-9 pm

Services

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great tea selection
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Bar on site
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • University students
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • High chairs
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space
Tonbo Ramen Food & drink

Food & drink

Tonbo Ramen Vibe

Vibe

Tonbo Ramen Croquette

Croquette

Tonbo Ramen Ramen

Ramen

Tonbo Ramen Soup

Soup

Tonbo Ramen Poke

Poke

Tonbo Ramen Tempura

Tempura

Tonbo Ramen Chicken Wings

Chicken Wings

Tonbo Ramen Beignet

Beignet

Tonbo Ramen Karaage

Karaage

Tonbo Ramen Pulled pork

Pulled pork

Tonbo Ramen Margarita

Margarita

Tonbo Ramen By owner

By owner

Tonbo Ramen Street View

Street View

Menus and Prices

Tonbo Ramen menu prices 1

Menu 1

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Menu 2

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Menu 3

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Menu 4

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Menu 5

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We really wanted to like this place, as there was a lot of good but a few things just held it back.. The atmosphere was great, nice lighting and mood, clean, and happy they accepted reservations because it was certainly busy.
The appetizers were very good, we had the cucumber salad, dumplings, and pork buns and we were pleased with each, very flavorful. Now the not so great..
the service was VERY slow.
To get the service going you had to specifically try to catch their attention on their way by to flag them down.
When you asked for something very simple (like soy sauce (which should have been available anyway)) you had to ask 2-3x because they forget/are too busy. Also, the mixed cocktails were watered down/very weak.
The sake was good though, since served straight. I enjoyed the duck ramen, there was fair proportion of everything in it and tasty.
However, the tonkatsu ramen was almost flavorless and came with only one slice of meat and no veggies. Overall it was a fine place, if the service improves it would be a much better experience.


Once you walk in you will notice dim lighting with a romantic vibe to this Asian-Fusion ramen noodle restaurant.
The service needed a little work the employees kept asking where food go once food was ready.
Older gentleman was asking around where my mock-tail drink went to.
I didn’t notice it was mines because it was not exactly what I ordered.
I took it anyway.
If, you love a ramen noodle dish this is definitely where you go.
The Japanese fried chicken bowl was the best! Fried chicken,corn, mushrooms, yams and greens in a bowl over ramen noodles.
So Good.
Husband and I will return soon!


Went on a less busy late Sunday evening.
Parking is limited, so walked a block.
At this moment parking is free on weekends in certain areas in down for certain time periods.
We didn't have to wait.
Server promptly showed our table and brought the water.
I saw the menu QR code on the napkin holder, my suggestion is to have few paper copies too, as their are older people and non tech savvy people too present sometimes in the clientele, which was actually very diverse as per my observation.
Not a frilly and fancy place, with couple of interesting art pieces and hand written menu, which is actually a delight.
Our server Anna was very efficient and polite and super busy.
The drink was average, poured from readymade jars with least imagination of combinations possible.
Sweet tea is unavailable, which is pretty common in South and can be store bought too like their other drinks.
The food came and it was so deliocious.
I like the range of their vegetarian/vegan options and I think they are willing to customize a bit too, if not too tedious.
We had a sweet corn and a Tuna dish....loved the taste, presentation and their peculiar dishes.
Amount was just okay, not the leftovers kind.
For a pretty non descript place this is a must visit spot for foodies and fans of healthy options.


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