Best Ramen in Near South Side, Chicago
The 12 top-rated ramen in Near South Side, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is tonkotsu ramen at MIKAMI IZAKAYA & RAMEN (1400 S Michigan Ave), with a flavor score of 90 out of 100 from 56 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Ramen across Chicago→- Ranked #1At MIKAMI IZAKAYA & RAMEN1400 S Michigan Ave
Rich, thick broth with perfectly cooked chashu and fried garlic bits makes the tonkotsu ramen a standout favorite.
- Ranked #2At MIKAMI IZAKAYA & RAMEN1400 S Michigan Ave
The ramen features a rich, creamy broth with well-cooked noodles and flavorful pork belly, making it a satisfying choice.
- Ranked #3At MIKAMI IZAKAYA & RAMEN1400 S Michigan Ave
- Ranked #4At AO Hawaiian Hideout1315 S Wabash Ave
Ramen features thick pork belly but suffers from inconsistently salty broth and varying quality, leaving some diners disappointed.
- Ranked #5At MIKAMI IZAKAYA & RAMEN1400 S Michigan Ave
- Ranked #6At AO Hawaiian Hideout1315 S Wabash Ave
- Ranked #7At MIKAMI IZAKAYA & RAMEN1400 S Michigan Ave
- Ranked #8At Sumi Sushi1303 S Michigan Ave
The ramen suffers from lukewarm soup, overcooked noodles, and bland flavors, disappointing many despite a few positive mentions.
- Ranked #9At SAKANA AYCE Japanese Cuisine1307 S Wabash Ave
The ramen lacked flavor and depth, often described as bland, with some comparing it to instant noodles.
- Ranked #10At Sumi Sushi1303 S Michigan Ave