Maumelle's Favorite Ramen
At Goku Ramen Bar, every bowl is a chapter — simmered broth that speaks of patience, hand-pulled noodles that carry tradition, and toppings that turn each visit into a new chapter. Come write your favorite one with us.
"Broth simmered for 18 hours — that's the Goku difference."
Our Philosophy
Every morning at Goku Ramen Bar, our kitchen begins before dawn. The pork bones hit the pot first, followed by the aromatics, the dashi, the slow transformation that turns water into liquid gold. Eighteen hours later, what you hold in your hands isn't just soup — it's time, patience, and a commitment to doing things the way they should be done.
We source locally whenever we can, import the essentials from Japan, and treat every ingredient with the respect it earned getting to your table. This is ramen made the old way, served in a place that feels like home.
18
Hours of Simmering
100%
Fresh Noodles Daily
6
Signature Broths
Our Story
Goku Ramen Bar was born from a simple conviction: that the best meals happen when people feel like they belong. Our founder spent years traveling through Japan's ramen districts — from the narrow alleys of Sapporo to the bustling neighborhoods of Fukuoka — learning not just the recipes, but the rituals.
When it was time to bring that vision to Maumelle, the decision felt natural. This community welcomed us, and we wanted to give back something genuine — a place where the broth is always hot, the noodles are always fresh, and the door is always open.
Every bowl we serve carries that intention. Every guest who walks through our door becomes part of the story we're writing together.
"Ramen is not just food. It is an act of love — served one bowl at a time."
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Find Us
Location
1900 Club Manor Dr
Maumelle, AR 72113-7443
Phone
(501) 734-8064Hours
Monday – Thursday: 11am – 9pm
Friday – Saturday: 11am – 10pm
Sunday: 12pm – 8pm
Have a question, want to reserve a table, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you.
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