3 Ramen Restaurants to Rave About In Illinois That Aren't In Chicago

Ramen is all the rage these days in Illinois. If you’re in Chicago, it seems like every street corner has savory noodles waiting to be slurped. But if you don’t live in the city, really good ramen can become rare. These restaurants outside of Chicago will take care of that problem. As it turns out, there’s a sublime selection of ramen waiting to be discovered across the state.

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Ozu's style is modern and simple. Just because a place is trendy doesn't mean it's lost sight of tradition. Ozu is one of the newest Japanese restaurants in Champaign; it serves incredible food imported all the way from Japan and prepared by top quality chefs. When you're looking for Ramen in Champaign, Ozu means authentic.

Ozu Ramen is located at 601 S 6th St #102, Champaign, IL 61820. Learn more about the restaurant on its Facebook page.

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For the best Korean food in Bloomington, nothing soothes the soul like Seòul Mama. What makes this restaurant stand out is its constantly rotating specials and build-your-own ramen bowls. This way, even when you're in the mood for traditional Korean tastes, you always have new options to choose from.

Seóul Mama is located at 2103 Veterans Pkwy #312, Bloomington, IL 61704. Get the details on this fantastic restaurant on its Facebook page.

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In a nook in Naperville that's easy to overlook, you'll find some of the best Japanese food in the state. Don't let its exterior fool you: inside is delectable Japanese dining with ramen to rave over. As is the case any time you're looking for food that's off the map while still being exquisite, it's often the hole-in-the-wall restaurants that do the best job filling the hole in your stomach.

Yamado is located at 929 E Ogden Ave #103, Naperville, IL 60563. Check out the restaurant's Facebook page for more information.

The next time you’re ravenous for ramen in Illinois, don’t be discouraged if you can’t dine in downtown Chicago. All around Illinois, you’ll find gourmet international restaurants like these. They may be hidden away, but you’re bound to be return and feast another day as soon as you’re able.

What’s your favorite ramen place in Illinois? Where can we get the best global grub outside of Chicago? Share your thoughts in the comments!