5 Ramen Restaurants in Effingham, IL
Every ramen restaurant we track in Effingham, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, filter by feature, or switch to the map. Always confirm hours before you go.
5 ramen restaurants on this page
5 ramen restaurants
Effingham Food Express
2400 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401Open today: Hours unavailable
Effingham Food Express, out in Effingham, is our top pick — rated 4.7 out of 5 from 92 reviews.
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BaanThai 2 Of Vandalia
108 S Henrietta St, Effingham, IL 62401Closed — 10AM–9PM
BaanThai 2 Of Vandalia, in Effingham, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 64 reviews.
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Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse (Effingham)
1302 Ave of Mid-America Suite C, Effingham, IL 62401Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Casual Japanese restaurant with a flaming hibachi grill, inventive sushi rolls & a full bar.
China Express
112 S Banker St, Effingham, IL 62401Closed — 11AM–9PM
Basic Chinese food place offering an extensive menu of classic fare, mostly for carryout & delivery.
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China Buffet Effingham
2402 N 3rd St, Effingham, IL 62401Closed — 11AM–9PM
Relaxed Chinese restaurant offering a lengthy menu of noodle & rice dishes, plus a buffet option.
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Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Effingham, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Effingham, 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 5 ramen spots in and around Effingham, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, Effingham Food Express is the highest-rated ramen in Effingham right now at 4.7 stars, with BaanThai 2 Of Vandalia 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 Effingham
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 Effingham 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 Effingham, IL?+
By rating, Effingham Food Express is currently the top ramen spot in Effingham at 4.7 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 Effingham, IL?+
There are 5 ramen spots listed in Effingham, 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 Effingham?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Effingham — 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 Effingham?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Effingham, 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 Effingham?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Effingham 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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