Ramen Restaurants in Chicago, IL

“Went for the first time on a Saturday for dinner around 6:30pm. It was crowded but didn't have to wait to be seated.

We had the brussel sprouts, karaage bun and I had the Goku Tonkatsu Ramen. Everything was really good. Service was good as well.

Will definitely be back.“

“Definitely one of my top ramen spots in the city! 🍜🔥 The broth here is seriously next level - rich, flavorful, and super satisfying.
I tried the spicy tonkotsu ramen and was actually pleasantly surprised that it had real heat to it 😄🌶️. A lot of places label things as “spicy,” but this one genuinely delivers on that kick, which I really appreciated.
The noodles had a perfect texture 🍜👌, and the pork tonkotsu was tender with just the right thickness and richness. Everything came together really well in one bowl.
Overall, a fantastic ramen experience that stands out from many other spots in the city. I’ll definitely be coming back again soon! 🙌✨“

“Incredible experience. I will definitely be back. Tried the monster and the spicy summer. Both were amazing. Oh and can’t forget the Gyoza. 10 out of 10 highly recommend!!!!“

“Honestly so glad we finally stumbled into this place. It’s tucked away right by the Thorndale stop and has the best vibe, very low-key, intimate, and has great private booth seating.
The service was great, and the staff made us feel welcome the second we walked in.
As for the food, everything hit the mark. We started with the agedashi tofu, which was beautifully prepared, and followed it up with a beef gyudon bowl and a bento box packed with savory beef and crispy chicken karaage. For dessert, they have a fish-shaped pastry with a pandan leaf custard filling that is a must-try.
It’s easily one of the best spots for Japanese comfort food in Edgewater. We didn't get a chance to try the ramen this time around, but we are absolutely coming back for it.“

“Food was amazing so Delicious will definitely be back“

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

“SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS ♥️💚“

“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.“

“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 ….🤤🤤🤤🤤“

“Greet for groups with many different tastes“

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

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

“THE BEST RAMEN IN CHICAGO!!!
We come here every month to try their monthly specials if we can get a table. Sad I won’t be able to re-experience some of them, but also impressed by how innovative they are and always excited to try their new ramens“

“Great service and Linda was our very friendly server.“

“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!“

“Excellent authentic flavors. Sort of a Japanese-Chinese fusion.“

“Had a great experience at Koi Noodles! The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. There were plenty of options to choose from, and everything tasted well-prepared and satisfying. The staff was friendly and the atmosphere was clean and welcoming. Overall, a solid spot for a casual meal, and I’d definitely come back again. Highly recommend if you’re looking for tasty noodles and great service in Chicago!“

“Great Ramen，good ambiance！“

“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!!“

“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!!!“

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

“Ordered the spicy tonkotsu and matcha mochi. Spice level was good and broth was flavorful. I dined in around 9pm on a Saturday night, and sat in the back dining area. The music was kind of loud which I guess makes sense for a Saturday night but was expecting a quieter vibe.“

“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 😋“

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

“Really good ramen here! It's a small place and always busy, which says a lot about the food. The staff work very fast, although they aren't the friendliest, probably because they're always busy. The biggest downside is the wait. There isn't a waiting area, and customers have to stand outside in the hot weather. It would be much better if they had a waiting list or a call/text notification system so customers wouldn't have to wait outside. Despite that, the ramen is delicious, and I'd definitely come back.“

“My boyfriend and I stopped in for a late date night. It was our first time there and our server was extremely helpful with explaining everything. I highly recommend the sticky bun chicken sandwich. This place did not disappoint from the appetizers to the ramen everything was delicious.“

“Good food all around. Nice sake“

“We visited the Ramen San restaurant at 165 E Huron Chicago. The food was delicious! And the best, authentic green tea I’ve ever had. Try any of the ramen bowls, superb . Just one thing that needs improvement, the service is slow, we waited long for someone to come to our table and welcome us and take our drink order.“

“We visited the Ramen San restaurant at 165 E Huron Chicago. The food was delicious! And the best, authentic green tea I’ve ever had. Try any of the ramen bowls, superb . Just one thing that needs improvement, the service is slow, we waited long for someone to come to our table and welcome us and take our drink order.“

“This is a super delicious spot that's absolutely worth visiting. The restaurant is on the smaller side, but its cozy atmosphere only adds to the charm and makes the experience feel more inviting.

The food was amazing, full of flavor, and clearly prepared with care. The service was just as impressive, with friendly and attentive staff who made us feel welcome throughout our visit. Between the outstanding food and excellent hospitality, this place is well worth checking out. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city.“

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

“Truly delicious! We stopped to pick up dinner and were pleasantly surprised. Poke bowls were impeccably fresh and tasty. Kuromon had salmon, scallops and shrimps; Osaka - tuna, salmon and shrimps.
Came again for lunch and were not disappointed - excellent quality, quickly prepared.
Highly recommended. Go for medium spicy... just perfect.“

“I ordered the Tonkotsu with pork chashu from Hoi San Ramen, and it was amazing! The broth was rich and creamy, the pork chashu was tender and flavorful, and the noodles were perfectly cooked. Everything arrived hot and fresh, even for takeout. If you're looking for delicious ramen at home, Hoi San Ramen is the place to order from!“

“It was good food to enjoy with family.“

“WOW I was so impressed by this place! I was close by and needed some food, and they were able to complete my order very quickly! Got a chicken yakisoba, and it SLAPPED. The chicken was good quality and the veg was really fresh! Definitely a new regular place to visit.“

“Amazing food!! Love!! It’s the best“

“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.“

“I decided to check out this local ramen restaurant which is right next to Thorndale train station. I ordered the Tonkotsu spicy ramen and I must say it was delicious.

The only critique is that I only got 2 pieces of meat, and the bowl did not have much veggies in it like your average ramen spot. However, it was pretty good and I’ll definitely visit again.“

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

“The highlight of the night was undoubtedly how incredibly fresh the fish was. Every piece of sushi melted in my mouth, and the quality of the ingredients truly shines through in every roll. You can tell they don't cut corners here, everything tasted crisp, clean, and perfectly prepared.

Beyond the food, the atmosphere is absolutely cute and welcoming. It has a charming, cozy aesthetic that makes it the perfect spot for a date night, a catch-up with friends, or just a comforting solo meal.
To top it all off, the service was fantastic. The staff was attentive, genuinely friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling intrusive.“

“I dined at Neko Sushi and tried their tuna and avocado fried rolls, and they are the reason I’ve already been back three times in the past two weeks since finding this neighborhood gem. My fiancé ordered the shrimp in a blanket and they were perfectly crispy and packed with flavor. I had the ramen both times and it was absolutely delicious. My fiancé tried the pad thai with shrimp on one visit and the basil shrimp fried rice on another, and both dishes were full of flavor and so satisfying. Neko Sushi has quickly become one of our favorites. Everything we’ve tried has been consistently fresh and tasty. Oh and they are BYOB!“

“Such a cute place! I love the food so much my partner and I stopped in a couple days ago and we split a bowl it was so yummy we finished it in like 5 minutes! The employees there are so sweet and helpful! Definitely going to be in my restaurant rotations :)“

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

“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.“

“Highly recommended👍 delicious“

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

“Literally the best place I’ve ever eaten“

“Noodles By Takashi Yagihashi is a solid downtown noodle spot. Stopped in for dinner after work, grabbed the tonkotsu ramen, spicy miso noodles, and pork gyoza. Broth was rich, noodles had that perfect chew, and everything came out fast even with a crowd. Chill vibe, good spot to reset after a long day in the Loop. Definitely hitting this again when I’m downtown.“

“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!“