Ramen Shops In Champaign, Illinois — 15 Spots
Every spot we track for ramen shops in Champaign, ranked by rating and review volume. Search by name, or switch to the map.
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15 restaurants
J6 Kitchen
516 E John St, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 11AM–7PM
J6 Kitchen, out in Champaign, is our top pick — rated 4.9 out of 5 from 77 reviews.
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Sushi Man
2028 N Prospect Ave, Champaign, IL 61822Closed — 11AM–9:30PM
Sushi Man, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,585 reviews.
JTP NOODLES LAB
32 E Green St Ste 101, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 12–8PM
JTP NOODLES LAB, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 9 reviews.
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Susuru Ramen Bar
621 E Green St ste a, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 11AM–9PM
Susuru Ramen Bar, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 509 reviews.
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Kajiken Champaign
617 E Green St, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 11:30AM–9PM
Kajiken Champaign, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 249 reviews.
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Sakanaya
403 E Green St, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — Closed today
Inventive sushi, ramen, Japanese entrees & sake are presented in a stylish space.
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Sticky Rice - Downtown
415 N Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 11AM–8:30PM
Sticky Rice - Downtown, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 629 reviews.
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Tenkyu
301 N Neil St Ste 104, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 11:30AM–10PM
Tenkyu, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 493 reviews.
Oozu Ramen
601 S 6th St #102, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 11:30AM–10PM
Oozu Ramen, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,115 reviews.
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Mala Parlor Hot Pot
112 E Green St Suite A, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 11AM–9PM
Mala Parlor Hot Pot, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 43 reviews.
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Yatai Restaurant
507 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820Open today: Hours unavailable
Yatai Restaurant, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 150 reviews.
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Ten Second Rice Noodle
607 S Wright St, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 11AM–9PM
Ten Second Rice Noodle, in Champaign, is next up, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 31 reviews.
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Ko Fusion
30 E Main St, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 11AM–9PM
Stylish restaurant with an eclectic menu of contemporary American cuisine & classic sushi dishes.
Jip Bap Taste of Korea
601 S 6th St Suite 101, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 10:30AM–9PM
Bright, straightforward eatery turning out Korean noodle & rice bowls, plus dumplings.
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Spoon House Korean Kitchen
616 E Green St, Champaign, IL 61820Closed — 10:30AM–9PM
Counter ordering menu featuring Korean & Asian noodle & rice dishes, kimbap rolls, & burritos.
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When I am after ramen shops in Champaign, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward ramen shops, 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 ramen shops
A great ramen shop (ramen-ya) does a few things obsessively well — a house-simmered broth, noodles with real bite, and consistency every visit. Browse the local shops near you by rating, broth, hours, and distance.
How I find the best ramen shops in Champaign
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 Champaign, 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 ramen shops
- •Sort by distance once you set your location so the nearest ramen shops in Champaign 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find a ramen shop in Champaign?+
The map above shows Champaign, IL ramen shops. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location," and the closest, best-rated shops sort to the top.
What makes a great ramen shop?+
House-made broth and noodles, a focused menu, consistent quality every visit, and a loyal local following are the clearest signs of a great ramen shop.
What is a ramen-ya?+
Ramen-ya is the Japanese term for a ramen shop — typically a focused spot, often with counter seating, that specializes in noodles and broth.
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