Tonkatsu Ramen In Champaign, Illinois — 15 Spots
Every spot we track for tonkatsu ramen 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 61820Open today: 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 61822Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 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 61820Open today: 10:30AM–9PM
Counter ordering menu featuring Korean & Asian noodle & rice dishes, kimbap rolls, & burritos.
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When I am after tonkatsu ramen in Champaign, the list above is where I start. It is already filtered toward tonkatsu ramen, 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 tonkatsu ramen
Tonkatsu ramen tops a hot bowl with a crispy, panko-breaded pork cutlet — a hearty twist that pairs especially well with a rich tonkotsu or chicken paitan broth. Note: tonkatsu is the fried cutlet, not tonkotsu the pork-bone broth.
How I find the best tonkatsu ramen 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 tonkatsu ramen
- •Sort by distance once you set your location so the nearest tonkatsu ramen 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
Where can I find tonkatsu ramen in Champaign?+
The map above shows Champaign, IL ramen restaurants. Enter your ZIP or click "Use my location," then check menus and reviews for katsu or pork cutlet ramen.
What is tonkatsu ramen?+
Tonkatsu ramen is a bowl of ramen topped with a crispy, panko-breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet, usually served over a rich tonkotsu or chicken paitan broth.
Is tonkatsu the same as tonkotsu?+
No. Tonkatsu is a breaded, fried pork cutlet, while tonkotsu is a rich pork-bone broth. Tonkatsu ramen often uses a tonkotsu broth, so one bowl can feature both.
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