New Ramen Places In Chicago, Illinois — 15 Spots
Every spot we track for new ramen places in Chicago, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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15 restaurants
MooDeng Cafe Sushi Bar
4032 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60641Open today: Hours unavailable
MooDeng Cafe Sushi Bar, out in Chicago, is our top pick — rated 5.0 out of 5 from 30 reviews.
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Hokkaido Ramen Santouka Chicago West Loop
160 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661Open today: Hours unavailable
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka Chicago West Loop, in Chicago, is next up, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews.
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Mammoth Poke & Ramen
28 S Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661Closed — 11AM–9PM
Mammoth Poke & Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 69 reviews.
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POKE BURRITO Western
1125 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622Closed — 11AM–8PM
POKE BURRITO Western, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 27 reviews.
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CM Chicken Kimball
3951 N Kimball Ave B, Chicago, IL 60618Closed — 11:30AM–9PM
CM Chicken Kimball, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 63 reviews.
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Sen Thai & Ramen Restaurant
4608 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625Closed — 11AM–10PM
Sen Thai & Ramen Restaurant, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 23 reviews.
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Seven Faced Bird Ramen
Inside Food Court, 1001 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642Closed — 11AM–8:30PM
Seven Faced Bird Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 25 reviews.
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Ramenster
919 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657Open today: Hours unavailable
Compact, contemporary option for noodle soups, meat skewers & other Japanese dishes.
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Noodles By Takashi Yagihashi
7th Fl, 60686, 111 N State St, Chicago, IL 60602Closed — 11AM–2PM
Noodles By Takashi Yagihashi, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 23 reviews.
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See Thru Chinese Kitchen #12
5012 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60630Closed — Closed today
See Thru Chinese Kitchen #12, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.0 out of 5 from 73 reviews.
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Hoi San Ramen
4131 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618Closed — 11:30AM–9:30PM
Hoi San Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.0 out of 5 from 17 reviews.
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Cup Of Noodle
840 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60610Closed — 8AM–8PM
Cup Of Noodle, in Chicago, is next up, rated 3.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
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Sushi on me (chicago)
3220 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60651Closed — 3–10PM
Sushi on me (chicago), in Chicago, is next up, rated 2.8 out of 5 from 17 reviews.
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UchU Sushi Bar - Explore the Endless Universe of Sushi
3517 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL 60618Closed — 9AM–4AM
UchU Sushi Bar - Explore the Endless Universe of Sushi, in Chicago, is next up, rated 2.6 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
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Mayonaka Ramen
2547 W Lawrence Ave Unit C, Chicago, IL 60625Closed — 5PM–2AM
Mayonaka Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 2.1 out of 5 from 24 reviews.
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When I am after new ramen places in Chicago, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward new ramen places, so it is easy to compare ratings, hours, and photos and pick the bowl you actually want — or switch to the map and tap "Use my location" to sort the same list by distance.
What makes great new ramen places
Newly opened ramen shops have not racked up many reviews yet, so this map surfaces the rated-but-early spots near you — the latest places to try before the crowds find them.
How I find the best new ramen places in Chicago
My approach is simple: I favor shops that specialize rather than do a little of everything, and I trust a strong rating that holds up across plenty of reviews over a perfect score from just a few. In Chicago, I open a couple of listings, skim the most recent reviews and the photos, and go with the bowl that looks carefully made. The map keeps everything sorted by distance, so you are never trading quality for a long drive.
Tips for ordering new ramen places
- •Sort by distance once you set your location so the nearest new ramen places in Chicago is on top.
- •Open a few listings and read the most recent reviews — fresh, specific praise is the best signal.
- •Use the Filters button to stack on what matters: open now, price, or dietary needs.
- •Ask the shop for noodle firmness and spice level so the bowl arrives exactly how you like it.
Prefer to widen the search? You can browse all ramen in Chicago, IL or jump to new ramen places near you nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What new ramen places are in Chicago?+
The map above shows Chicago, IL ramen spots that are still early in their run — fewer reviews usually means a newer opening. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location" to sort by distance, then check the earliest review dates to confirm how new each one is.
How do you know which ramen spots are new?+
Newly opened shops have far fewer reviews than long-established ones, so this page surfaces rated spots with a low review count. Checking the dates on the earliest reviews confirms how new a place really is.
Is it worth trying a brand-new ramen shop?+
Often yes — new spots bring fresh ideas and shorter waits. Order the signature bowl, go at an off-peak time while the kitchen settles in, and call ahead since hours can be incomplete early on.
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