Itto Ramen & Japanese Tapas

4.6 ( 1319 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM See Hours
$20–30
3 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, United States
+1 828-552-3288

Itto Ramen & Japanese Tapas, located in the heart of Asheville, NC, has quickly become a beloved dining destination for ramen aficionados and tapas enthusiasts alike. With rave reviews highlighting their exceptional food quality, patrons often mention the freshness of dishes, even during late lunch hours. Natalie Miller praises their pork buns as the best she's ever had, alongside the delightful mango shrimp. The extensive tapas menu, boasting around 30 options, ensures there's something for everyone.

Service at Itto Ramen consistently garners accolades, with customers like Chris Ramos noting the attentiveness and insightful drink recommendations from the staff. The ambiance remains inviting and relaxed, allowing for a pleasant dining experience regardless of the crowd size, as Rosie H discovered on a bustling Sunday night. The house ramen, enriched with flavorful broth and carefully chosen toppings, is a culinary highlight that none should miss.

Ian Trutt's review further underscores the restaurant's dedication to quality, mentioning the standout crab rangoon and unique cocktails, while Marn Frances appreciates the thoughtful gluten-free options. The innovative take on classic dishes, such as kale ramen with arugula, showcases creativity that ties together tradition and modern culinary trends. Overall, Itto Ramen & Japanese Tapas promises a satisfying experience, making it a must-visit gem in Asheville.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Paid multi-storey car park
    • Paid street parking

Reviews For Itto Ramen & Japanese Tapas

Natalie Miller
Jun 14,2025
Such a great spot with excellent food! Got in for a late lunch around 2:30pm and food still made totally fresh and great quality! The buns were the best I have ever had and PACKED with pork. The mango shrimp as so delicious as well! The amount of tapas to choose from was crazy, maybe 30 different options. Highly recommend!
Chris Ramos
Jun 9,2025
Josh was very attentive and kind. His drink recommendations were also spot on. Thank you for such delicious drinks and food.
Rosie H
May 19,2025
Went here for dinner on a Sunday night. No wait for seating although there was a decent crowd. Got seated and served quickly. We started with gyoza and then had delicious house ramen. It was so yummy! From the noodles to the broth to the toppings, a great meal!
Ian Trutt
May 14,2025
A great way to serve Japanese dishes! Everything we had was perfectly prepared and nicely presented. The crab Rangoon were maybe the best I’ve ever had (and I’m a big fan). The don was absolutely incredible, and I’d highly recommend the nori tata as well. Drink menu has several cocktails with interesting flavor profiles that I wish I’d gotten to try more of. This place really exceeded my expectations.
Marn Frances
May 4,2025
You know when you’re just in the mood for Ramen? Well on my latest trip to Asheville my boyfriend and I decided to stay downtown instead of at the Biltmore so we could easily walk to check out some of the downtown restaurants. I was in the mood for some ramen so after a quick stop at Curate for an appetizer, we found Itto Ramen and Japanese Tapas. SUPER friendly and quick service. Great menu selection for those who may not be craving ramen at that moment. And my FAVORITE was that they had two gluten free options available. I picked the Kale Ramen noodles since anytime I can load up on veggies AND get ramen, well, that’s a win for me. LOVED the broth (I did the Classic Ramen) and the addition of the arugula is not something I’ve seen before but LOVE LOVE LOVE, and the pork was perfectly done and not super fatty like ramen pork often can be. We’ll be back, that’s for sure!
Shawn Lawson
May 1,2025
This restaurant offers some of the best service & food that I have ever experienced. Below you can see the tacos, bao buns & Godzilla roll we ordered. The waiter was extremely polite & efficient. Perfect restaurant. I’m a small business owner and this place allowed me a sanctuary to relax my mind. We will be back.
Jenna
Apr 20,2025
Josh was fantastic - 10/10! So accommodating and just overall wonderful service and the food is amazing - definitely recommend!
justin carpenter
Apr 16,2025
Great place for ramen and Asian fusion plates. If you want spice you got it and if your wanting more traditional options like gyoza they have it. The staff were super accommodating especially going off of limited options after the storm. Smaller interior seating but very cozy. Well worth a stop. Cheers!!

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