6 Ramen Restaurants in Carbondale, IL
Every ramen restaurant we track in Carbondale, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, filter by feature, or switch to the map. Always confirm hours before you go.
6 ramen restaurants on this page
6 ramen restaurants
Meo Myo Cafe
606 S Illinois Ave Ste 2, Carbondale, IL 62901Open today: Hours unavailable
Meo Myo Cafe, out in Carbondale, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 17 reviews.
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Hunan
710 E Main St, Carbondale, IL 62901Closed — 11AM–8:30PM
Spacious restaurant & bar serving Chinese fare from various regions, including Sichuan & Cantonese.
Yamato Steak House Of Japan
1013 E Main St, Carbondale, IL 62901Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Yamato Steak House Of Japan, in Carbondale, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 481 reviews.
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Qin Guan Restaurant
1285 E Main St, Carbondale, IL 62902Closed — 10:30AM–9:30PM
Qin Guan Restaurant, in Carbondale, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 2,075 reviews.
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New Kahala: Chinese Cuisine
600 E Grand Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901Closed — 12–11PM
Casual, long-running place serving traditional Chinese & Taiwanese stir-fry, noodle dishes & combos.
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Thai Taste
100 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901Closed — 5–9PM
This eatery on the bottom floor of a stately older building serves both classic & unique Thai fare.
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Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Carbondale, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Carbondale, IL, and you can tap "Show distance from me" or switch to the map to sort by distance so the closest bowl is right at the top. Right now I am tracking 6 ramen spots in and around Carbondale, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, Meo Myo Cafe is the highest-rated ramen in Carbondale right now at 4.8 stars, with Hunan close behind. That said, I always check a couple of listings myself — skim the recent reviews and the photos, since the bowl that looks carefully made usually is.
How I pick a ramen spot in Carbondale
My rule of thumb is to favor shops that focus on one or two broths and do them obsessively well, and to trust a strong rating that holds up across a lot of reviews over a perfect score from only a handful. Then I match the bowl to the moment — something rich and creamy when it is cold out, something light and clean for lunch. You can do the same right on the map: filter by broth style like tonkotsu, miso, shoyu, or shio, then layer on what matters that day.
Narrowing down what you are craving
Some nights I just need a bowl that is open this minute; other times I am planning ahead. The filters handle both. In Carbondale you can jump straight to ramen open now, ramen open late, spicy ramen, vegan ramen, or the top-rated ramen near you. If you are driving in, the "Free Parking" and "Delivers" filters save a lot of hassle too.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ramen restaurant in Carbondale, IL?+
By rating, Meo Myo Cafe is currently the top ramen spot in Carbondale at 4.8 stars. I still recommend opening a couple of listings to skim recent reviews and photos, then sorting the map by rating or distance to pick your bowl.
How many ramen restaurants are in Carbondale, IL?+
There are 6 ramen spots listed in Carbondale, IL on RamenNearYou — from quick counter shops to sit-down ramen bars. The map keeps the closest ones at the top once you set your location.
What types of ramen are available in Carbondale?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Carbondale — tonkotsu, miso, shoyu, and shio — plus styles like tsukemen and spicy bowls at some shops. Use the filter bar above the map to narrow by broth type, price, and dietary preference like vegan or vegetarian.
Is there ramen open late or open now in Carbondale?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Carbondale, or "Open Late" for spots going past 10 PM. Hours are checked against each restaurant's posted schedule, and a green "Open" badge confirms it.
How do I find ramen delivery near Carbondale?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Carbondale spots that offer delivery, then open a listing to order. For the freshest bowl, choose a place close to you or one that packs broth and noodles separately.
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