Best Ramen Restaurants in Lakeview & Wrigleyville (60657)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Itoko
Michelin-recognized Southport Japanese restaurant where refined ramen shares space with sushi and robata.
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Itoko
8.8
Opened in 2023, Itoko is a Michelin-recognized Southport Corridor Japanese restaurant from chef Gene Kato where a focused Tantan Ramen lives alongside sushi, robata, and seasonal small plates. The room is sleek and buzzy rather than hushed, so ramen here reads as part of a polished Japanese dinner instead of a quick noodle stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tantan Ramen, Salmon robata, Whole Branzino
What makes it special: Michelin-recognized Southport Japanese restaurant where refined ramen shares space with sushi and robata.
8.4
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Kameya has been Belmont’s dedicated ramen-and-sushi fixture since 2017, pairing a broad noodle lineup with maki and appetizers in a compact Lakeview dining room. Bowls skew rich and comforting rather than delicate, making it a reliable choice when you want classic broths plus the option to share rolls at the same table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kameya Ramen, Chicken Katsu Ramen, Bulgogi Meatball Ramen
What makes it special: Belmont ramen-and-sushi spot with a deep noodle menu and reliable richness.
8.2
Established in 2020, Musashiya is a compact Lakeview East ramen shop focused on customizable tonkotsu and miso bowls rather than a sprawling menu. The space is simple and functional, but portions are hearty and broths have enough depth to make it a dependable cold-weather regular.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonkotsu Ramen, Shrimp Tempura Tonkotsu Ramen, Tofu Miso Ramen
What makes it special: Cozy Broadway noodle shop where tonkotsu and miso bowls are the focus.
8.0
Ukai is a long-running Belmont sushi and Japanese restaurant where comforting pork ramen sits alongside signature rolls, chirashi, and bento-style plates. It’s more of an all-purpose neighborhood Japanese spot than a purist ramen bar, but the noodle bowls function well as a warming anchor in a mixed-order meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork Ramen, Chirashi Bowl, Lili Monster Roll
What makes it special: Belmont mainstay where sushi platters, maki, and hearty ramen share the table.
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7.7
Birdman’s new Lakeview location turns the former Furious Spoon corner into a bright, poultry-focused ramen bar built on chicken, turkey, and duck broths. Tiered bowl options, skewers, and a splashy social presence make it a destination for experimenting with Szechuan heat and garlic-miso richness rather than strictly traditional tonkotsu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Szechuan Tori Paitan, Hokkaido Garlic Miso, Osaka Cheesecake
What makes it special: All-poultry ramen concept with tiered broth packages and a lively Belmont corner room.