Ramen Restaurants in Chicago, IL

“We were here on a Saturday night (Sept 20th 2025), we had both the spicy miso and spicy tonkotsu. Both extremely flavorful and delicious. Really solid classic tonkotsu, one of the best I’ve had. The service was truly incredible along with the various drinks we had. I couldn’t be more pleased and I recommend anyone that likes ramen to come here! :)“

“KOHOKU-KU RAMEN CHICAGO is such a unique and delicious find. Their ramen is rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced, while their pizza has a fresh, crisp crust and tasty toppings. It’s rare to see both done so well under one roof, but they’ve mastered it. The atmosphere is cozy, and the service is attentive without being rushed. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to when I want the best of both worlds.“

“This is the only ramen I've ever had that is beef based and I definitely recommend everyone try it because it is different from your pork/chicken based. While it was delicious, I prefer a pork based broth with bork belly. I was very happy that you could get corn and onions in it as those are some of my favorite ramen toppings and the noodles were outstanding.“

“Great dining experience today! We came towards the end of the night and the staff was friendly and kind. Service was fast and the vegan ramen was incredible. (I subbed in regular noodles and added an egg) My sister got the regular ramen and said it was some of the best pork she had ever had in ramen.

Prices are fair for the quality

We randomly stumbled upon this place so glad it worked out so well!“

“SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS ♥️💚“

“Simply put the best Ramen I have ever had. So flavorful and rich. If you don’t come here you are missing out on a oral orgasm lol. Highly recommend and Christine the bartender makes one mean spicy margarita ….🤤🤤🤤🤤“

“Excelente servicio y atención y todo está de 10 súper recomendado 👏🏼✨“

“Always a great spot! First time at this location did not disappoint! ❤️“

“Five star ramen!!! We waited 2 hrs to be seated ( hung out upstairs at the bar which was awesome) so was it worth the wait? Yes it was!! Add in the Painkiller drink and hip hop music plus great service and vibes and you got yourself a 5 star experience!!“

“The whole menu is great everything tastes great and great service and it’s in my community everybody needs to taste it ❤️“

“Great food, great ambiance, fast service.“

“This is the best ramen places in Chicago! Great vibe inside and playlist was so calming, food was unreal, I would recommend the Szechuan tori paitan with chicken karaage! Olemich gave great service and was so friendly! 10/10 would recommend.“

“Food was amazing so Delicious will definitely be back“

“Their Ramen is absolutely delicious!! 5 stars.“

“Always a 5 star experience from wonderful 👏 servers who are extremely professional and kind to tasty options. If you love ramen and you are on a budget visit this restaurant Monday thru Friday during their lunch hour and try the ramen set which even has a vegetarian option if you don't like meat. I always get a donburi bowl 🥣 or raw salmon don and tuna bowl. The portions here are extremely generous and the taste and presentation is also excellent. I love the house made sodas here and the furikake French fries. The fries 🍟 are addictive--be warned 😋“

“Simple and authentic. No complaints here. I came for ramen, and I got ramen. The spicy miso ramen is what I got and I was pretty satisfied.

They do not serve alcohol, but they do byob for anyone wondering.

The bathrooms were also very clean as well as the restaurant. Overall, worth checking out.“

“This place is a legitimate place for ramen.. I’m picky when it comes to ramen and this place did not disappoint.“

“Greet for groups with many different tastes“

“Excelente servicio y atención y todo está de 10 súper recomendado 👏🏼✨“

“Excelente servicio y atención y todo está de 10 súper recomendado 👏🏼✨“

“Sat at the counter so I could watch the action. Such a well run kitchen and happy staff. Top tier Toki highballs. I had the December special which was lobster wonton and it was delightful. A perfect marriage of ramen and lobster bisque. The wontons are made in house and had perfect texture. Same with the noodles. Easily the best ramen in Chicago.“

“Stopped for a quick bite and couldn’t have been happier with our choice. The ramen was rich, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Alex took the time to walk us through the menu and made excellent recommendations that really elevated our meal. Fantastic service and delicious food! We will absolutely be back!“

“Always a pleasant experience! I’m a Youtuber: EatWithDT and I do food reviews/mukbangs/challenges etc. I reviewed one of my fave meals from here and it was a hit of course!!!“

“Great food and interesting menu to say the least. 10/10 would eat and drink again!“

“It was good food to enjoy with family.“

“Good food all around. Nice sake“

“I just ordered carry out for the first time , I got the salmon don , ramen w steak and miso broth and shrimp skewer w a passion fruit soda .

Everything was very delicious! The miso broth was rich and creamy , the shrimp skewer was really delicious , crispy and in a teriyaki sesame seed sauce, and the salmon don was also very tasty w soft fresh rice and nice seaweed salad on top .
The waitress gave my dog water and was very friendly and packed the order perfectly including drink and soup for me to carry without spilling as I am disabled . I will def be ordering from here again!!“

“This is where indulgence meets sustainability, thoughtful presentation, and the pure joy of great food. Being lazy, I ordered delivery, and to my surprise, the ramen tasted just as if I were dining in. The packaging alone was so well done that I would have paid extra for it. Even before taking a bite, the aroma was incredible. Every ingredient blended perfectly, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. I finally checked off another must-visit spot on my list, and I’m so glad I did. Do yourself a favor and try this place—I think you’ll love it!“

“Great Ramen，good ambiance！“

“Cold Chicago night and we wanted something warm and delicious. A few people told me to try this place and we did. Unfortunately for us it was about a 40 minute wait outside the cold which usually means the food is great inside if people are willing to wait. Once inside we enjoyed food and drinks. Unfortunately they got 2 order wrong but it was a big thing to us since we are not allergic to corn but they should be more careful about that.“

“Loved the dining experience. Took a dear friend there after Steppenwolf. Her first time there and she loved it! The food was great. The ramen fab. We shared the pork belly mantou buns and the special appetizer. My goto ramen is the 10 hour tonkotsu with sesame chili. My fiend had the special birria ramen. Both were delish. So worth the visit!“

“I ordered the half and half lunch special with pork wontons and the bulgogi beef soup! The wontons were perfectly fried and airy and were served with a delicious pair of sauces (sweet and sour). For someone who doesn’t normally prefer beef, I thought the bulgogi was amazing. Cute space and fast service definitely recommend!“

“Literally the best place I’ve ever eaten“

“You need to get to here! 🍜 This #hiddengem recently made Infatuation Chicagos list of best ramen places in the city and they’re the only ramen spot staying open until 1:30am! Yes, you can still eat good, late. The Japanese food here is to be enjoyed in their izakaya vibes, which are casual pubs that you can grab lots of small dishes to sample. Honorable mention to the Chicken Curry Ramen and Taiyaki with ice cream - my two favorite items from my visit! I also had a really good Mai Tai and lychee martini. Go check them out for some good food and tell em that Bri from Planes and Plates sent you!“

“The food was very yummy! It was so beautiful in the bowl😀 the staff was helpful and prompt, especially explaining the menu.
The seating is a bit sparse and not very accommodating to old & young.
Thank you we will return!“

“Best Sushi Restaurant on the planet. Not only was all the food superior than any other Sushi restaurant I've been to. My family and I had a feast.(I mean all the food was good). Very reasonable prices as well. The most astonishing fact about this restaurant was the host (Quam) his amazing knowledge of food and customer service was unlike any other. The Ice cream desert was mind blowing. You don't have to take my word for it, but I guarantee you, you won't find another Sushi restaurant in the city of Chicago as good this one. The ambiance of this establishment is very warm and pleasant. I highly recommend this place for family gatherings, and with people you want to share a special food feast with. It's pure laughter and joy. Thank you Quam for your kind recommendations on food selections. My family and I had the time of our lives, as if we were on vacation. Thank you! "Fresh Shushi Chicago" is a gift to eating out.“

“It was a great experience going here! Would come again when I’m back in town“

“Really enjoyed this place. Ramen seemed priced fine for the amount you get, very flavorful. Nigiri was very fresh, buttery soft. It was more expensive but well worth it. Some of the specialty sushi dishes would be more doable with a group of people so can try a little of everything for a more reasonable price. Definitely would come again.“

“My favorite place for sushi. A hidden gem of the neighborhood. Nice and hard working people. Food is very good. Highly recommended!“

“Good, but not great. The pork ramen certainly got the taste right, but I would've preferred a lot more meat, noodles and other ingredients for a $19 bowl. Good if you want a quick bowl, but you'd do better to hit a full service restaurant if you want a more ample portion.“

“Its my 4th time there and I just LoVe it 😍“

“Passed by this small, quaint restaurant last night. Told myself that I had to try it. Stopped by this evening with my wife. Staff were very friendly and helpful. I don’t remember the names of what we ordered but it was delicious. The noodles were excellent, the meat was tender, broths were flavorful and the portions were generous. If this restaurant was back home, they would see me on a regular basis.“

“I have loved this spot since it opened. Every time I come the service is great, and so is the food. The belt is included in the all you can eat which is so convenient, and the tempura is top notch. I highly recommend getting the roll with apple in it because it’s not something you see a lot elsewhere, and it adds just a little fresh crunch.“

“Authentic made by family Korean food. Consistently good food and service.“

“BEST RAMEN! i dream of it sometimes. something about the coconut milk broth ramen piqued my interest last night, and I'm glad I listened to my intuition. Oh my goodness. whoever's recipe that is, please give them a massive hug for me right now and say thank you because that was the most delicious thing I've had in so long. What a TREAT! these folks have somehow managed to incorporate happiness as an ingredient in their food, so when you eat it, All the happiness particles travel through your body for 24 to 48 hours and you feel extremely satisfied and fulfilled. you might miss the ramen afterwards, and you might end up having dreams about it like I do but trust me, they're pleasant dreams.“

“I had the coconut curry pho. It was a delicious noodle soup that hit the spot! With a 20% tip, it was about $23. It was definitely pricey but I saw a sign that they provide free meals to children on Mondays. Reading the reviews, I know people were definitely using this offering. If some of my payment went to feeding a child in my community, I was happy to spend it.
Thank you UrbanBelly for taking care of the families in Wicker Park.“

“Tucked away on the 7th floor of Macy's on State, Noodles by Takashi is a hidden gem for a quick, satisfying lunch in the Loop. Dropped about $16 on the Shoyu Ramen combo with a half tuna-avocado roll. The broth was rich, noodles had a nice chew, and the sushi was fresh. Perfect spot when you're craving something warm and flavorful without breaking the bank.“

“Highly recommended👍 delicious“

“super authentic, good quality food! great owners and staff!“

“Friendly staff and great vegan options! The mushroom ramen is amazing!!! They have a great happy hour Monday - Friday from 4-6pm“