The best ramen shops in America
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Ramen — the super-delicious, savory, loaded noodle soup — has blown up across the country over the past few years.
Have we reached peak ramen? Maybe. Does it matter? Not at all, because on a cold winter day, there's nothing that tastes quite as tasty or will warm you up quite as quickly.
Foursquare, the city guide app for discovering new places, has tracked a 25% increase in "ramen" mentions over the last year. That's good news, because it means they've been able to put together a comprehensive state-by-state guide to where to get the good stuff across America.
Check out their picks, below.
ALASKA: Naruto's ramen is all about thick and pliant slurp-worthy noodles. What makes this Anchorage favorite even better is the free custard dessert that comes with every bowl.
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ALABAMA: Bamboo On 2nd's ramen comes with a thick and creamy broth, but they're also known for their dumplings. If you haven't tried them, brace yourself — they're amazing.
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ARKANSAS: A bounty of veggies top KJ Sushi & Korean BBQ's ramen bowls. But the soup isn't the only showstopper in this local Fayetteville joint. The bibimbap is a must.
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