9 Ramen Restaurants in Evanston, IL
Every ramen restaurant we track in Evanston, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, filter by feature, or switch to the map. Always confirm hours before you go.
9 ramen restaurants on this page
9 ramen restaurants
Papa Bop
1047 Chicago Ave # B, Evanston, IL 60202Closed — 11AM–8PM
Papa Bop, out in Evanston, is our top pick — rated 4.8 out of 5 from 249 reviews.
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Hokkaido Ramen & Sushi Bar
812 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201Closed — 11AM–12:30AM
Hokkaido Ramen & Sushi Bar, in Evanston, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,332 reviews.
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Kuni's Japanese Restaurant
511 Main St ste a, Evanston, IL 60202Closed — 11:30AM–2PM, 4:45–9PM
Mainstay lures locals with sushi & traditional Japanese cuisine in a warm space with light wood.
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Shinsen
1322 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201Closed — 11:30AM–10:30PM
Stylish spot for a variety of noodle dishes, sushi & robata in a warm setting with plants & banquettes.
Table to Stix Ramen
1007 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201Closed — 11:30AM–9PM
Noodle bowls with Japanese & Korean ingredients plus small plates served in a sleek storefront.
KANSAKU
1514 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201Closed — 4–10:30PM
Market-fresh sushi, noodles & Japanese standards prepared in a contemporary, intimate space.
TOMO Japanese Street Food
1726 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201Closed — 11:30AM–10PM
TOMO Japanese Street Food, in Evanston, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 231 reviews.
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PHO EVER RAMEN &BUBBLE TEA HOUSE
724 Clark St, Evanston, IL 60201Closed — 11:30AM–12AM
PHO EVER RAMEN &BUBBLE TEA HOUSE, in Evanston, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 110 reviews.
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Furious Spoon Evanston
1700 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL 60201Open today: Hours unavailable
Japanese ramen soup offered with toppings & sides in a simple wood-lined space with counter seats.
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Whenever I am hunting for a bowl in Evanston, I start with the list above — it shows every ramen spot I can find near Evanston, 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 9 ramen spots in and around Evanston, so there is plenty to work with.
If you just want my quick steer, Papa Bop is the highest-rated ramen in Evanston right now at 4.8 stars, with Hokkaido Ramen & Sushi Bar 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 Evanston
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 Evanston 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.
When you have exhausted Evanston, it is easy to keep going — explore all ramen restaurants in Illinois or browse every city and state in the directory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ramen restaurant in Evanston, IL?+
By rating, Papa Bop is currently the top ramen spot in Evanston 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 Evanston, IL?+
There are 9 ramen spots listed in Evanston, 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 Evanston?+
You will typically find the classic broths in Evanston — 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 Evanston?+
Often, yes. Add the "Open Now" filter to see what is serving this minute in Evanston, 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 Evanston?+
Add the "Delivers" filter above the map to show Evanston 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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