The Best Ramen in Chicago
Chicago has always been referred to as the "Second City," but when it comes to travel destinations, it's a hard place to top. It's a big city with a small-town feel - where else can you enjoy a day at the beach, a hike on the 606 urban hiking trail, live comedy and world-class art, all without breaking your budget? The city is also known for its culinary treasures. It gets a lot of hype for hot dogs, deep dish pizza and Italian beef sandwiches, but Chicago also has plenty of amazing Japanese food if you know where to go. We've asked the savviest foodies in the nation where they are going these days so we could put together this list of where to find the best ramen in Chicago. Grab a table and enjoy!
| Restaurants: | SUSHI-SAN, Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar, The Izakaya at Momotaro… |
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| Price Range: | $$ - $$$ |
| Cuisines: | Japanese, Eastern European… |
| Neighborhoods: | River North (Chicago), Ukrainian Village, West Loop… |
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SUSHI-SAN
$$$$·Japanese·
River North (Chicago)
- Fun
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
Sushi-San is an upbeat, bright and lively sushi joint that serves up lots of fresh fish and other Japanese specialties in a boisterous environment with live DJs. It’s a convivial s…Read more
Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar
$$$$·Eastern European·
Ukrainian Village
- Fit for Foodies
- Neighborhood Gem
- Creative Cuisine
Heritage Restaurant and Caviar Bar is somewhat of an anomaly. You might not think of caviar on the menu as a “casual” choice but they make it work! It’s laid-back, which is invitin…Read more
The Izakaya at Momotaro
$$$$·Japanese·
West Loop
- Fit for Foodies
- Good for a Date
- Bar Seating
The Izakaya at Momotaro is tucked away down on the subterranean level of Momotaro in the vibrant Fulton Market District. The restaurant is focused on chef driven concepts of tightl…Read more
Juno
$$$$·Japanese·
Lincoln Park
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Special Occasion
Juno is a quiet and refined Japanese restaurant in the heart of Lincoln Park. Executive Chef/Owner BK Park heads the team here and cultivates a combination of quality and consisten…Read more
Macku Sushi
$$$$·Sushi·
Lincoln Park
- Creative Cuisine
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Macku Sushi in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago is a casual upscale Japanese restaurant that stands out with its ultra creative menu offerings. They serve delicious signatu…Read more
Serai
$$$$·Malaysian·
Logan Square
- Casual
- Creative Cuisine
- Good Vegetarian Options
Serai is a casual, budget-friendly restaurant in Logan Square that features a wide selection of Southeast Asian items plus a number of dishes from Singapore and Indonesia. Don’t le…Read more
True Food Kitchen - Chicago
$$$$·American·
River North (Chicago)
- Healthy
- Good Vegetarian Options
- Gluten Free Options
True Food Kitchen is a bright, lively and open restaurant in River North that is one of the best places for a healthy food option during week. In fact, many locals claim it’s the b…Read more
Sunda
$$$$·Asian·
River North (Chicago)
- Good for a Date
- Creative Cuisine
- Fit for Foodies
Sunda is the fancy “New Asian” spot opened by the same team that did Rockit and Underground. It’s a trendy scene here and locals love it. The space is gorgeous, with all wood floor…Read more
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View AvailabilityUnion Sushi + Barbeque Bar
$$$$·Sushi·
River North (Chicago)
- Good for a Date
- Happy Hour
- Good for Groups
There’s no shortage of great Japanese food in Chicago, that’s for sure. But Union Sushi is one of the first names you’ll hear real foodies recommend if you’re looking for the best …Read more
Miku Sushi
$$$$·Sushi·
Lincoln Square
- Neighborhood Gem
- Casual
- Kid-friendly
The husband and wife team at Miku Sushi also opened Sala Bua in Chinatown and are somewhat of local celebrities in Chi-town. The restaurant feels very authentically Japanese, with …Read more
Little Goat
$$$$·American·
West Loop
- Casual
- Comfort Food
- Great for Brunch
Little Goat opened in 2012 and Chicagoans have been flocking here in droves ever since. It has a cozy and familiar feel and a perfect West Loop location that makes it an easy stop …Read more
UMAI Japanese Kitchen & Sushi
$$$$·Japanese·
South Loop
- Good for a Date
- Casual
- Authentic
Umai is a fine dining Japanese place located in the South Loop, right on Painter’s Row. The goal here was to create a series of sensations that diners could share and linger over a…Read more
Roka Akor - Old Orchard
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Skokie
- Creative Cuisine
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Roka Akor is tops when it comes to Japanese fine dining. The restaurant itself is beautiful, featuring thoughtful design and a very sleek, serene setting. Roka means gathering plac…Read more
Untitled Supper Club
$$$$·American·
River North (Chicago)
- Good for a Date
- Good for Groups
- Live Music
The Untitled Supper Club, located on West Kinzie in the River North neighborhood, is a modern take on the traditional supper club. Open since 2012, they have received tons of accla…Read more
Niu B Sushi & Robata - South Michigan Ave
$$$$·Sushi·
South Loop
- Good for a Date
- Great for Lunch
- Fun
Niu B is a popular Japanese place located right on South Michigan Avenue in the South Loop. It’s the second location of this restaurant to open in Chicago and locals love it for th…Read more
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View AvailabilityNiu Japanese Fusion Lounge
$$$$·Sushi·
Gold Coast / Streeterville
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Open since 2007, this spacious Pan-Asian eatery in the River East neighborhood has a wonderful combination of original design and eclectic foods. The dining room is casual but luxu…Read more
There aren’t any available tables for 2 today at 7:00 pm
View AvailabilityWakamono
$$$$·Japanese·
Lakeview / East Lakeview
- Good for a Date
- Casual
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Wakamono serves super authentic Japanese food inspired by owner Mr. Kai Togami’s travels through Asia after his fishing village was wiped out by a tsunami. The restaurant is laid-b…Read more
BITES
$$$$·Chinese·
Lakeview / East Lakeview
- Handcrafted Cocktails
- Neighborhood Gem
- Fun
Located in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, BITES is a casual, stylish restaurant and bar that serves Asian-American comfort food. The menu shows off both familiar midwestern …Read more
Gyu-Kaku - Chicago, IL | Streeterville
$$$$·Japanese·
River North (Chicago)
- Fun
- Good for a Date
- Casual
Gyu-Kaku is a DIY barbecue chain that has taken Chicago by storm! There are locations all over the city and they all fill up with locals, tourists and Japanese ex-pats every night …Read more
Blowfish Contemporary Sushi
$$$$·Sushi·
Edgewater
- Good for a Date
- Neighborhood Gem
- Casual
Blowfish Contemporary Sushi Restaurant opened in the Edgewater neighborhood in 2015 and has been serving high-quality sushi and Japanese fare ever since. It is the brainchild of su…Read more