Best Ramen Restaurants in River North (60654)
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Ramen-San
High-energy ramen bar with late-night hours and serious volume-backed consistency.
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Ramen-San
8.7
Ramen-San is a high-volume River North noodle joint from Lettuce Entertain You, serving tonkotsu, kimchi fried chicken ramen, and late-night fried rice alongside Japanese beer and whisky. Bowls lean rich and satisfying, and the hip-hop soundtrack and bar energy make it as much a casual night-out spot as a reliable ramen fix.
Must-Try Dishes:
10 Hour Tonkotsu, Kimchi & Fried Chicken Ramen, TanTan-San
What makes it special: High-energy ramen bar with late-night hours and serious volume-backed consistency.
8.3
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
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Kyuramen’s downtown Chicago outpost brings the brand’s signature honeycomb booths and customizable ramen bowls to Hubbard Street, focusing on tonkotsu and chicken-based broths plus omurice and small plates. Consistent execution and moderate prices make it a dependable choice when you want a sit-down ramen meal without leaving River North.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kyushu Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen, Honeycomb Platter, Super Bowl Ramen
What makes it special: Busy ramen shop offering customizable bowls at accessible downtown prices.