Best Ramen Restaurants in Lincoln Park (60614)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Strings Ramen - Lakeview
A ramen-only shop with house-made noodles and cult-favorite spicy bowls.
Notable Picks
8.7
Strings Ramen’s Lakeview outpost is a ramen-only specialist where handmade noodles, rich broths, and the city-famous Monster Hell challenge anchor the experience. DePaul and Lincoln Park regulars treat it as the default bowl for late-night cravings and delivery-friendly comfort.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonkotsu Ramen with Kurobuta Pork, Monster Hell Ramen, Tokyo Shoyu Ramen
What makes it special: A ramen-only shop with house-made noodles and cult-favorite spicy bowls.
#2
Ramen-San
8.3
Ramen-san’s Lincoln Park location brings the brand’s hip-hop soundtrack, Japanese whiskey list, and modern ramen bowls to Halsted Street. It’s the go-to when you want tonkotsu, crispy apps, and a livelier bar vibe than the average noodle shop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonkotsu Ramen, Kimchi and Fried Chicken Ramen, Chicken Shio Ramen
What makes it special: A lively ramen bar with rich broths, big portions, and a soundtrack that skews louder and more casual than traditional noodle shops.
8.1
Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya serves customizable bowls, black garlic tonkotsu, and vegan options in a sleek, modern room just off Diversey. It’s a flexible pick for friends who want everything from classic pork broth to spicy creamy vegan ramen under one roof.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tanaka Classic Ramen, Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen, Spicy Creamy Vegan Ramen
What makes it special: A polished ramen-and-izakaya spot with broad broth styles and strong vegan coverage.
Green Tea is a long-running Clark Street Japanese restaurant where ramen, udon, and hibachi-style entrées sit alongside a full sushi menu. It’s the reliable option when someone wants a warming bowl while others at the table are thinking rolls and grilled plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tonkotsu Ramen, Spicy Miso Ramen, Nabeyaki Udon
What makes it special: A full-line Japanese restaurant where ramen is one of several well-executed comfort staples.
Worthy Picks
#5
Kameya Sushi
7.9
Vibes:
Hidden Gems Heaven
Comfort Food Classics
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Kameya Sushi is a family-owned Webster Avenue spot that combines a full sushi menu with ramen and izakaya-style starters in a cozy, low-key space. It’s a flexible neighborhood choice for casual dates, takeout rolls, and comforting bowls when you want Japanese without a scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kameya Sushi A Platter, Jalapeño Tuna Appetizer, Kameya Ramen
What makes it special: A family-run sushi-and-ramen shop with a broad menu, relaxed setting, and pricing that makes weeknight sushi feel attainable.
7.7
Oishii Asian & Ramen Hub is a newer Clark Street spot where miso, shoyu, and spicy garlic ramen share space with poke bowls and fried rice. With frequent deals and surplus-food partnerships, it leans value-first while still delivering satisfying, topping-heavy bowls.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shoyu Ramen, Spicy Garlic Ramen, Chicken Katsudon
What makes it special: A budget-friendly ramen shop layering generous toppings onto classic broths.