1981 Ramen - Lowell

#23 - Fast Food - Lowell, #30 - Asiatic - Lowell, Asian
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1981 Ramen

1981 Ramen
4.1 / 5 (1308 reviews)

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1981 Ramen Bar in Lowell, MA, is a charming Asian restaurant with an impressive average rating of 4.2 stars. Visitors rave about the delicious dishes and the welcoming atmosphere. To ensure you have a spot to enjoy their culinary delights, don't hesitate to call ahead and reserve your table at (978) 970-1981. The menu features delectable vegetarian options, making it a great choice for everyone. If you're looking for a quick and satisfying bite, 1981 Ramen Bar is the perfect destination. For a similar dining experience, consider visiting Little Delights Bakery and bb.q Chicken Lowell as well. Have you enjoyed a meal here? We'd love to hear your thoughts in a review!.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Raquel

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★ 4.1 / 5 from 1308 reviews

Nestled among a busy dining scene, this ramen restaurant has garnered a mix of praise and critique. Guests have enjoyed the flavors of miso ramen and the well-executed pork belly, complemented by a notable selection of sake and Japanese whiskey. However, concerns about wait times, inconsistent spice levels, and discomfort from high temperatures during the summer have been voiced. While some diners praised the excellent service, others noted areas for improvement, particularly with staff attentiveness. Overall, the restaurant holds promise for those willing to endure a wait for quality ramen, but a few adjustments could enhance the overall dining experience.

ferry-morgan
17.01.2023

Rustic bar with an old touch. I tried the grilled chicken ramen mildy spiced and loved every bite! The presentation was remarkable and the waitress as charming as her beautiful eyes. The purple rain cocktail was delicious! All in all marvelous! Definitely recommend for casual night out with friends.

adrian13
17.01.2023

This place can get busy, the waiter seated us promptly and was cortious. The ramen was good, but nothing out of the ordinary. They offer three different types of spice levels. The soju is delicious, however there other drinks are very strong.The place in its self is on the smaller side and is extremely loud with people having fun. The customer service was great.

jalen-toy
17.01.2023

Place has great Ramen, (4.5 for ramen) but when they have live music, the volume is so out of control that it makes for a really bad dining experience. I suggest calling before you go to make sure the live music hasn’t started. Of course if you don’t mind not being able to have a conversation during diner, then maybe it would be good for you.

bohara-5
20.04.2025

One of the best ramen places in Lowell. Spice level 3 is great. Apt quantity. Taste is good but the broth isn't rich ans thick as some good Ramen places.

gislason-patricia
20.04.2025

For a Ramen bar it?s interesting that the ramen is the worst thing about this place. The waitstaff is pretty nice. Drinks are expensive but strong. Duck bao was pretty decent. Ramen itself had no flavor in the broth. The broth should be the star of theshow. All I tasted was the spice. General watery taste in the soup. Noodles were average. I may be back to give this placeanother try, since I live pretty close. It was a disappointing first visit.

  • Cocktails (Must Be 21 To Purchase)

    Lychee Sake Bellini
    Lychee Sake Bellini
  • Beers

    Inhopnito Ipa
    Inhopnito Ipa
    Sluice Juice Ne Ipa
    Sluice Juice Ne Ipa
    Double Thunderfunk Ipa
    Double Thunderfunk Ipa
    Pearl Wheat Ale
    Pearl Wheat Ale
  • Japanese Whiskey

    Hoosac Tunnel
    Hoosac Tunnel

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