Chicago Ramen Mundelein
Deplorable Rob · 503 Google reviewsChicago Ramen Mundelein — straightforward japanese in Mundelein. Polished but not pretentious. Honest, uncompromised flavors throughout. Burt: "The spicy red miso is thick and luscious the noodles are thick (like linguine) and the homemade chashu is" [$$]
What 386 diners keep saying
What 386 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Seriously top tier thick chashu that is fall apart tender and juicy. Thick noodles are nice and chewy. Thick broth is nice and hearty and flavorful (got the red miso with extra menma and spicy paste). I would drive a long way just for this chashu.”
“Went to this place on weekend for our dinner. It’s a nice cozy place where foods are great. Red miso ramen was Tasty and delicious. The atmosphere makes it feel like a street ramen instead of actual restaurant(which I love). Overall 10/10. Ps. We ordered Chicken ramen, red miso ramen and beef bowl”
“My family has dined at this Chicago Ramen location a couple of times within the last year and has always enjoyed the food. Our server on this visit was attentive and informative. We were dining at about 8.30 on a Thursday night, so the dining room was quiet (only one other table was in use). My wife enjoyed the red miso pork ramen, and I liked the chicken ramen I selected. The food here is well prepared and it seems very fresh. We have two quibbles: the restrooms were grimy and that may sometimes be an indicator of the kitchen cleanliness. Also, when a restaurant's specialty (and focus, really) is on serving soup dishes, then the restaurant owes its customers proper equipment for their dining enjoyment. This means providing spoons as well as forks and chop sticks. It also mean providing large, double-ply napkins, so customers don't spatter their clothing with broth. No matter how delicious the soup may be--and it IS very tasty at Chicago Ramen Mundelein--I don't really want to wear it home. To close on a positive note, we were happy to read the notice on the cover of the menu, advising diners of the increased cost of eggs (see photo below). Will we visit Chicago Ramen Mundelein again? Probably, if we're in the neighborhood. I hope they have bigger, more "soup-friendly" napkins!”
“Delicious! Beef Curry Ramen & Edamame lunch special! I’ll be back when I’m up in Mundelein again!”
“This past early April marked the very first time trying a Chicago Ramen location in general and Mundelein which is the closest location to my house in Beach Park was obviously most ideal. The authentic ramen & gyoza are delicious here and immediately after stepping in here automatically became a time machine for me. I had the joy of living in Japan for nearly 7.5 years from June '80- Nov '87 as a navy brat. Authentic ramen is a way of life in Nippon and many train stations at least major stations have a ramen stop. Japan is slightly smaller than the state of Montana in land but there are 10's & thousands of ramen venues spread throughout. They do ramen well here along with other familiar Japanese eats & beverages. Absolutely love the aesthetic of this venue and kudos to the interior decorators. Clean dining space, friendly service and great food at fair prices. Hope for years of boomin' business for the owner(s).”
“I love this place, but please, please overhaul your men's room. The restrooms in a restaurant are especially important, and this one is in horrible shape. Once it's done, I'll edit my review, but people should know. It reflects on your establishment's overall cleanliness. And DO NOT SCAPEGOAT YOUR EMPLOYEES FOR THIS. It's a business' responsibility to HIRE AND PAY ENOUGH STAFF TO MAINTAIN THE BUSINESS.”
“I’ve had a lot of ramen in the lake county area but this Chicago Ramen by far is my favorite. The broth is super flavorful, the noodles are perfect. They have minced garlic and extra seasoning you can put in your ramen to give it an extra kick aswell. I was thinking of getting a job here just so I can find out how they make the ramen LOL! They have great service and you’re never waiting long to get your food, I live 20 minutes away and will still make my way out to this spot at least once a week. They also have a loyalty program if you come a lot, highly recommend!”
“The beef ramen has varying spicy levels of spicy is not your thing go with level one, that was my favorite. They have a decent menu selection. The crepes looked delicious but will try next time. Overall an okay experience, service was great!”
“Overall, I had a nice experience, but there were a couple of small things that could be improved. The karaage was juicy, though I personally think it would’ve been even better if the coating was a bit crispier. The ramen is naturally on the saltier side, similar to what you’d find in Japan, so adding a little water helps if it tastes too salty. Also, if you visit in the evening, just note that ordering and payment are done through a QR code.”
“Chicago ramen is one of my favorite ramen places in the city, I usually go to the Des plaines location, but this location is almost as good. The spicy red miso is thick and luscious the noodles are thick (like linguine) and the homemade chashu is tender and flavorful. I also appreciate the fact that the prices are extremely reasonable compared to many other ramen places in town. The restaurant is new, like other reviewers have noted the floors are a bit sticky for some unknown reason. I found the service to be spotty since the manager is nice, but the servers seem disinterested in the customers.”
“Tastes like Chicago Ramen! I am a more frequent patron to the location near O’Hare, so it was a nice surprise to find a location in Mundelien! Food was tasty! I ordered a White Miso Ramen with an Egg, it was tasty. With flavorful broth and a pinch of seaweed seasoning, it was a great and hearty meal.”
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