1Kim’s Korean Cuisine & Sushi
Kim’s Korean Cuisine & Sushi, out in Chicago, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 475 reviews.
18 Ramen Restaurants in Lakeview
Every ramen restaurant within about 1.2 miles of Lakeview's center, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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2Itoko
Itoko, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,844 reviews.
3Kameya Ramen & Sushi
Informal, colorful Japanese eatery providing traditional gyoza, ramen bowls & sushi roll options.
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4BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar
Asian fusion meals, creative cocktails & sake in a bright, tropical-style restaurant.
5MOMO FACTORY (Lake View)
Nepalese street food including specialty dumplings, served at a counter in simple surroundings.
6Cozy Noodles n' Rice
Cozy Pan-Asian eatery serving BBQ wings, noodles, curries & chicken nuggets in colorful surrounds.
7Penny's Noodle Shop
Local chain featuring quick-serve pan-Asian favorites in an open, bright space with limited seating.
8Ukai Sushi & Ramen
Specialty maki & classic cooked fare in a trendy, modern setting with banquettes & a sushi bar.
9AMORE Sushi House
AMORE Sushi House, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 359 reviews.
10Birdman Ramen
Birdman Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 257 reviews.
11Musashiya Ramen
Musashiya Ramen, in Chicago, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 220 reviews.
12Strings Ramen Shop Lakeview
A variety of ramen soups along with rice bowls & snacks are served in low-key, stylish digs.
13Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya
Wood-lined spot with counter & communal table seating serving ramen & Japanese street-food snacks.
14Sushi Mura
Sushi restaurant with specialty maki rolls & other Japanese fare in an intimate, stylish space.
15Yellowtail Sushi Bar & Asian Kitchen
Casual Japanese eatery with classic dishes, specialty sushi rolls & a bring-your-own-alcohol policy.
16Wakamono
Classic & creative maki, hot Japanese fare & cocktails in a casual, modern setting with a patio.
17Ramenster
Compact, contemporary option for noodle soups, meat skewers & other Japanese dishes.
18Furious Spoon Lakeview
Japanese ramen soup is offered with creative toppings & sides in a simple space with a patio.
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Eating Ramen in Lakeview, Chicago
A sprawling North Side neighborhood home to Wrigley Field, with a restaurant scene that ranges from sports-bar casual to date-night spots along Southport Avenue.
I built this page by pulling every ramen restaurant within about 1.2 miles of Lakeview's center, so what you see above is genuinely local to this neighborhood — not just Chicagoin general. Right now that's 18 spots, and the map at the top of this page keeps the list live: enter your ZIP or tap "Use my location" and it re-sorts by distance from exactly where you are standing in Lakeview.
Right now, Kim’s Korean Cuisine & Sushi is the highest-rated ramen spot in Lakeview at 4.9 stars, with Itoko close behind. I'd still open both listings and skim the most recent reviews and photos before deciding — a rating is a good starting filter, not the final word. You can read our full review of Kim’s Korean Cuisine & Sushi for more detail.
How I pick a bowl in Lakeview
My rule of thumb anywhere, including Lakeview, is to favor shops that specialize in one or two broths and clearly obsess over them, rather than a long menu that does everything adequately. I also weigh a strong rating that holds up across hundreds of reviews more heavily than a perfect score from a handful. From there it's about matching the bowl to the moment — something rich like tonkotsu on a cold night, something lighter like shio or light & clean ramen for lunch.
Narrowing down what you're craving in Lakeview
If you need something serving right now, jump straight to ramen open now or ramen open late. Craving something specific? Try spicy ramen, vegan ramen, or vegetarian ramen. And if you're heading out on foot, the "Delivers" and "Takeout" filters on the map save a trip to a spot that can't actually get a bowl to your door in one piece — I cover exactly how to pack ramen for takeout in what ramen noodles are made of.
Ready to look outside Lakeview? Browse all ramen restaurants in Chicago, IL or every ramen restaurant in Illinois.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many ramen restaurants are in Lakeview?+
There are 18 ramen restaurants listed in Lakeview, Chicago on RamenNearYou, drawn from a 1.2-mile radius around the neighborhood's core.
What is the best ramen restaurant in Lakeview?+
By rating, Kim’s Korean Cuisine & Sushi at 4.9 stars currently leads Lakeview. I'd still open a couple of the top listings and skim recent reviews before deciding, since ratings can shift.
Is there ramen delivery or takeout in Lakeview?+
Many restaurants in Lakeview offer delivery or takeout. Use the Filters button above the map to narrow the list to spots that deliver or that you can order ahead from.
What ramen styles can I find in Lakeview?+
Lakeview typically has a mix of the classic broths — tonkotsu, shoyu, shio, and miso — plus lighter and vegetarian options at some shops. Use the broth filters on the map to narrow it down.
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