Columbus has no shortage of great food… but sometimes the best thing you’ll eat all year is hiding just outside the city limits. Case in point: a little ramen joint in Springfield, Ohio (yep, only about a 45-minute drive west of us) that just got crowned Best Ramen in America by Family Destinations Guide.
Meet Speakeasy Ramen, the restaurant that’s officially put Springfield on the national noodle map.
A Road Trip-Worthy Bowl of Ramen
Speakeasy Ramen isn’t just good “for Ohio.” According to the latest ranking, it beat out spots in places like New York, San Francisco, and LA. Let that sink in… the best ramen in the entire country is sitting right here in our backyard, next to cornfields instead of skyscrapers and oceans.
And this isn’t just sad college dorm ramen (which is great in its own right, by the way). We’re talking rich, steamy broth, springy noodles, and toppings that look like art but taste like comfort. Whether you’re into spicy bowls that make you sweat or miso that feels like a hug in soup form, Speakeasy has a reputation for nailing it.
The Vibe Matches the Flavor
With a name like Speakeasy Ramen, you already know the vibes are going to be unique.
The building itself is totally unassuming. It very well could be a little pizza shop, which makes this all the more incredible. It’s a cozy, intimate atmosphere that isn’t at all pretentious but 100% delicious. It’s the kind of place where you sit down, take one bite, and immediately start plotting your next trip back, even if you just drove 45 minutes to get there.
They even have ramen flights, so you can try several and decide which one is your new favorite going forward. Brilliant.
Why This Matters for Columbus Foodies
Columbus has an incredible food scene, but here’s the deal: sometimes the best gems aren’t within I-270. They’re in little towns that are reinventing what Ohio dining looks like. Springfield might not be your first thought for “foodie capital of America,” but Speakeasy Ramen is trying to make the case.
So if you’ve been looking for a weekend adventure or just need an excuse to eat a giant bowl of noodles that a national travel site swears is the best in the country, Speakeasy Ramen should be your next stop.
Pack the car. Grab some friends. And prepare to have your mind (and taste buds) blown by ramen in Springfield, Ohio of all places.
Speakeasy Ramen | 365 Ludlow Ave, Springfield, OH 45505
🕰️ Mon – Sat 11 AM – 9 PM
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