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Gen Ramen in Raleigh serves expertly crafted ramen and small plates in a trendy, polished setting with fast, attentive service.

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Gen Ramen

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Savor rich tonkotsu ramen and pork belly bao buns at Gen Ramen in Raleigh. Trendy spot with great service and vegan options.

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Gen Ramen delivers carefully layered ramen broths and creative small plates that balance authentic Japanese flavors with local influences. The service is prompt and warm, reservations accepted, and the drink menu offers sake, cocktails, and beer to complement your meal.

What to Expect:

    🍜 Distinctive ramen varieties including tonkotsu and chicken curry
    🥟 Delicious pork belly bao buns and crispy rice appetizers
    🍶 Sake, cocktails, and beer bar onsite
    🪑 Accessible seating and wheelchair-friendly amenities

Important Information:

    – Price Range: $10–20 per person
    – Open daily except Tuesdays 11:30 AM to 9 PM
    – Free parking lot with usually ample space
    – Reservations accepted, but walk-ins welcome
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📍 Local Insights

🍜 Signature Dishes: The tonkotsu ramen and pork belly bao buns are the most recommended must-tries for new visitors.

🍃 Vegan Options: The lemongrass vegan ramen is celebrated among vegetarians and even impressed meat-eaters.

🕒 Peak Hours: Expect the highest crowd between 5 PM to 7 PM daily, especially on weekends; arriving earlier or later helps avoid waits.

🚗 Parking: Though there's free parking, users note it can fill up; street parking or leaving a short walk away may be necessary during busy evenings.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM

Thursday: 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM

Friday: 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM

Saturday: 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM

Sunday: 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM

👉 Best For

Ramen lovers, solo dining, small groups, casual dinners
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Gen Ramen

2330 Bale St # 112
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Raleigh
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NC
27608

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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Gen Ramen receives high praise for its rich, flavorful ramen broths, especially the tonkotsu and chicken curry, plus standout pork belly bao buns. Guests commend the friendly, efficient service and well-curated drink list. The inviting atmosphere with a trendy, polished interior is often highlighted. While some mention parking can be tricky, the free lot usually offers enough space.
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What You'll Find

Tonkotsu Ramen; Pork Belly Bao Buns; Chicken Curry Ramen; Lemongrass Vegan Ramen; Takoyaki; Sake and Cocktails; Fast Service; Small Plates

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit midweek from 11:30 AM to 3 PM or after 7 PM on weekends to avoid peak crowds and long waits.
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