Ramen-San Lincoln Park
Lively neighborhood noodle joint for hot broth, ice-cold beers & ’90s hip-hop.
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Lively neighborhood noodle joint for hot broth, ice-cold beers & ’90s hip-hop.
Shabu Plus Rotary Hot Pot Chinatown, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,431 reviews.
Kim’s Korean Cuisine & Sushi, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 475 reviews.
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Sayuri Sushi Bar, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 259 reviews.
Casa Madai, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 160 reviews.
Hip setting for slurping Japanese noodle bowls and munching chicken wings with cocktails and sake bombs.
RAMEN-SAN Whisky Bar, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 6,980 reviews.
Wagyu House Chicago, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5,857 reviews.
Itoko, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,844 reviews.
Creative Asian-fusion fare & sushi in modern, minimalist digs with a BYO policy.
The Izakaya, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,050 reviews.
Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.
Rudy's Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 648 reviews.
Ryota, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 410 reviews.
Ekiben Japanese Kitchen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 390 reviews.
Fresh Sushi Chicago, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 363 reviews.
Menya Goku, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 280 reviews.
Koi Noodles, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 246 reviews.
Takibi, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 153 reviews.
Le Shrimp Noodle Bar, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 144 reviews.
Rustic ramen joint for noodle soups, buns & chicken wings plus cocktails, sake & lots of whisky.
Modern Japanese restaurant for sushi and robata, with a downstairs, Tokyo-influenced izakaya.
Relaxed Vietnamese mini-chain outpost serving a menu of banh mi sandwiches, bao buns & soups.
Gorilla Sushi, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,589 reviews.
Royal Sushi, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,435 reviews.
Sushi & Japanese seafood entrees prepared with imported fish & served in a hip, modern dining room.
Shabu Plus Rotary Hot Pot Wicker Park, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 941 reviews.
DaiFuku Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 793 reviews.
Kaze Sushi and Thai, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 522 reviews.
Ezankaya, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 358 reviews.
Tamu Sushi, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 200 reviews.
Neko Sushi&Thai, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 139 reviews.
WOK DONG, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 76 reviews.
Minimalist spot serving a variety of Japanese street fare with a full bar and sidewalk views.
A variety of ramen soups plus rice bowls & snacks served in low-key, stylish digs with a patio.
Upscale Japanese restaurant & bar supplying steak, seafood & sushi in a contemporary setting.
Offbeat eatery serving creative sushi rolls, robata dishes & more in a manga-themed setting.
Modern takes on ramen & other Japanese snacks pair with draft beer at this chic, minimalist spot.
Hip, warehouse-like setting for savory Japanese pancakes, creative shaved ice desserts & highballs.
Sushi, sashimi & Japanese small plates plus sake & cocktails in a chic, minimalist setting.
Izakaya Shinya, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,170 reviews.
Asian fusion meals, creative cocktails & sake in a bright, tropical-style restaurant.
TAK Korean Bistro & Karaoke, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 684 reviews.
Minimalist Japanese restaurant offering a large menu of sushi & maki, plus Pan-Asian options.
Specialty maki & classic cooked fare in a trendy, modern setting with banquettes & a sushi bar.
AMORE Sushi House, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 359 reviews.
KOHOKU-KU RAMEN CHICAGO, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 351 reviews.
Birdman Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 257 reviews.
A range of Asian fare including sushi rolls, banh mi, noodles & bibimbop, prepped at the counter.
Mura Mura Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 160 reviews.
Wax Vinyl Bar and Ramen Shop, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 112 reviews.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3,970 reviews.
Hip spot for creative Asian fusion fare, sushi & specialty cocktails in a chic modern space.
Sushi bar & Japanese standards, plus a full bar, in an airy, loftlike room. Delivery available.
Updated takes on ramen plus Japanese beer and slushy cocktails in a hip basement with limited seats.
Trendy, bustling restaurant with an upscale-urban vibe & a creative take on Japanese cuisine.
A variety of ramen soups along with rice bowls & snacks are served in low-key, stylish digs.
This casual Japanese eatery serves familiar sushi rolls & sashimi, plus udon noodle dishes.
Thai & Japanese menu including staples such as pad Thai & sushi served in a narrow, stylish space.
Casual, dimly lit eatery serving Japanese dishes such as sushi, ramen, teriyaki & shabu shabu.
Monster Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 547 reviews.
Informal eatery for Japanese-Korean barbecue grilled at the table & other specialties.
Creative sushi & ramen plus Thai & Chinese eats, served in a chic, low-lit BYOB eatery.
Casual eatery & lounge serving Korean cuisine & cocktails in a chill setting with late-night hours.
Sushi restaurant with specialty maki rolls & other Japanese fare in an intimate, stylish space.
MIKAMI IZAKAYA & RAMEN, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 319 reviews.
Relaxed outfit with tables & counter seating dishing up classic & customizable Asian noodle soups.
Compact Japanese restaurant serving ramen, sushi & snacks, plus rice dishes & teriyaki.
Ikigai Sushi & Izakaya, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 247 reviews.
No-frills Japanese nook with BYOB policy serving typical sushi & hot dishes, plus lunch specials.
Lawrence Fish Market Chinatown, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 215 reviews.
CM Chicken Kimball, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 63 reviews.
Sen Thai & Ramen Restaurant, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 23 reviews.
Stylish local chain where chefs prepare customized stir-fry dishes & soups in front of diners.
Sushi, noodles & other Pan-Asian dishes, plus cocktails, are served in this hip, minimalist lounge.
Kyuramen x TBaar - Downtown Chicago, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,476 reviews.
Japanese noodle soups & skewered snacks in a classic izakaya with a chill vibe & outdoor seating.
Casual Japanese eatery with classic dishes, specialty sushi rolls & a bring-your-own-alcohol policy.
Classic & creative maki, hot Japanese fare & cocktails in a casual, modern setting with a patio.
RAKKAN Ramen - Chicago Uptown, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 430 reviews.
Imaginative sushi rolls share the menu with cooked Japanese-Thai fare at this BYO spot with a patio.
Kajiken Chicago, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 339 reviews.
YATAI Asian Street Food, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 337 reviews.
Takumi Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 145 reviews.
Noodles Party, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 125 reviews.
Sushi, noodles & other Pan-Asian dishes, plus cocktails, are served in this hip, minimalist lounge.
Hip spot for mini bowls of ramen & izakaya-style pub plates in a rustic space with an open kitchen.
Miru, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 611 reviews.
Ramen Wasabi - Fulton Market, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 89 reviews.
Asian Cuisine Express, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 415 reviews.
TenGoku Aburiya, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 270 reviews.
Kuro Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.1 out of 5 from 565 reviews.
Inventive takes on Thai dishes & sushi rolls star at this simply appointed nook with a BYOB policy.
Common Chinese appetizers & entrees, including daily lunch specials, prepped in a plain storefront.
Arami Midway, in Chicago, is next up, rated 3.4 out of 5 from 274 reviews.
Sushi on me (chicago), in Chicago, is next up, rated 2.8 out of 5 from 17 reviews.
UchU Sushi Bar - Explore the Endless Universe of Sushi, in Chicago, is next up, rated 2.6 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
Mayonaka Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 2.1 out of 5 from 24 reviews.
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When I am after ramen open late in Chicago, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward ramen open late, 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.
Late-night ramen cravings are real. These restaurants stay open until 10 PM or later, so you can get a hot bowl when most kitchens have already closed for the night.
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.
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Most ramen restaurants close between 9 PM and 10 PM. Late-night spots typically stay open until 11 PM, midnight, or beyond — especially in larger cities.
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