Was in the area again for business and this is always a must stop. Great atmosphere, and service. Food is by far some of the best I've ever had! Don't forget the honey toast for dessert, best ever, hands down! read more

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We surprised my friend for her birthday at second language. They were accommodating to make sure that we were hidden in the back of the restaurant so she would not see us when we walked in. The food was great. The bread dessert was even better! They also had outdoor seating! Downstairs is connected to a pizza restaurant. That was great parking across the street in street parking. read more

The ramen is the draw, have tried all of the different offerings and all are very good. The honey toast is amazing!

Everything. All of it. Nothing is bad here! The pork loin with curry is sooooo good and I don't like curry. This is Asian curry and it's a bit different, much less intense but more flavorful. Their specialty cocktails have been handcrafted from heaven! The ambiance is relaxing open but secluded. We love this place and I can almost guarantee you will too read more

This was my first time visiting, and I was intrigued to find two separate restaurants inside the building. I asked the server about it, but it's been so long that I've forgotten the details. The restaurant itself is upstairs, and there was a sign directing me to the right spot. I wish 2nd Language had been around when I was in college--it's delicious! My chashu ramen was incredibly filling, with a generous portion size that left me satisfied. My friend ordered some kind of steak dinner, but when I checked the menu later, I didn't see it listed. It must have been a special for that day. The service was fine, though it was quite busy since we went during dinner time on a Thursday night. Despite the crowd, the experience was enjoyable overall. read more

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Still great . The restaurant was packed but they said we could order and eat in the pizza restaurant that is owned by the same people. Winner . No one in that section and a lot quieter. I'm doing that from now on. read more

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This was our second time eating here and it was just as good as the last. I had ordered the birria ramen the first time we visited and my wife and I both ordered it again this time. It is incredible. While they do list it as spicy, it really is not too bad. I would say it is less spicy than a jalapeño, so it might be a little much for some but it is far from unbearable even for those who do not usually like very spicy food. We also ordered the shrimp buns as an appetizer and they were amazing. Everything we have tried on the menu so far has been excellent, so I do not think you can go wrong with anything you choose. I highly recommend giving this place a try. read more

2nd Language - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

This review is only for Dessert. The restaurant is part of a college pizza joint and serves up a mean Ramen Bowl. The service is supposedly top notch though I only ordered dessert. Friendly counter staff. Think of a Dim Sum joint in China Town and you get the vibe they are going for. I ordered a short term menu item and it was sublime. The Japanese Cheesecake is light, fluffy and decadent. Add a side of Miso Caramel and you're in heaven. read more

2nd Language - Japanese Cheesecake - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

This is a very nice modern Japanese restaurant with some interesting ramen bowls and other standards (karaage).

Great service amazing people I got takeout I got the shrimp buns they were $15 but you get two and for me it was worth it beautiful coloring I ate one before I took the picture I was hungry sorry everything was perfect about this Bond sweet savory beautiful coloring it's like you're eating a picture but taste good read more

2nd Language - Shrimp buns - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

Great vibes at 2nd Language! The restaurant is super beautiful inside, and the service was stellar. There are tons of food options, but they are known for their ramen. The vegetable ramen had incredible depth of flavor -- delicious and packed full of toppings! The Buffalo chicken buns were also super tasty. You MUST order the honey toast for dessert!! It was devoured before a picture could even be taken. There is plenty of parking in the gravel lot across the street and some street parking as well! read more

2nd Language - Vegetable Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

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The lumpia Shanghai was delicious and the Thai chili sauce that it came with was really good. Got the chicken paitan ramen it was some of the best ramen I've had. Unfortunately was there for lunch and cocktails weren't being served yet. Very good service. Would definitely recommend. read more

Our 1st visit to 2nd Language. Lunch on 5/15. 2nd Language is an Asian centric restaurant operated by a family that has other restaurants in Evansville. Attached, in the same building is Pangea restaurant. 2nd Language seems to be known for their Ramen bowls. We both had the Pork Ramen Bowl. Wow, it was good. Other reviewers praise their broth and I agree. Our Ramen had a pork bone broth and was loaded with pork, egg and vegetables. Very good, the best I've had in my limited experience. I had iced tea which I loved, and as a bonus it only cost $2 with free refills. The Pork Ramen is $17.95. There are numerous types of Ramen bowls available including vegetarian. Service was great. I will say the place was packed by noon. read more

2nd Language - Pork Ramen bowl. Delicious. - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

What a beautiful restaurant! My friends and I stopped here on our way through to another state and all enjoyed our experience! I got the Tonkatsu ramen and my goodness it was so delicious!! I always am a fan of bamboo and they cooked it to be so tender! The broth was really rich with flavor and it was thick and delectable! the noodles weee cooked to perfection and the meat was tender and tasty! I really like the cool art and fun light fixtures. I don't have anything negative to say about this place, just a little disappointed I live over 8 hours away haha! If you live ramen and are in the area I highly highly recommend this spot! read more

2nd Language - Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

What a nice hip Ramen spot! I love ramen so I was very surprised to see this restaurant in Evansville but the fact that they have a university campus not too far, it makes a lot of sense! Our server Sam was very sweet and very busy! We started with the shrimp buns that were very tasty! I went with their special Spicy Miso Ramen and he went with the Thai Pineapple Fried Rice - no complaints just a lot so we did not finish! I did try two of their Rosé wines and they were both on the dry end. Our bill was roughly $70. Would love to come back if we're ever driving through or in the area. read more

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This is a very interesting and unique restaurant! It's very clear that there was much time and consideration taken to build this menu! The best way to experience this restaurant, is to go with a group and to share everything! The appetizers of ahi tuna, karaage, and pork goyza are all delicious! We also ordered pork and chicken ramen, which were also very good. Make sure to leave room for the honey toast as a desert. Very unique and delicious! read more

Great service and amazing people! I got takeout and ordered the shrimp buns, and totally worth it. The presentation was beautiful, with vibrant colors that made it feel like I was eating a work of art (that also tasted incredible). I was so hungry I ate one before snapping a photo, no regrets. Sweet, savory, and perfectly done! read more

Food and service were very good. We tried pizza and ramen n the honey toast dessert is spectacular. Glasses of water taste like mold so either their is a problem with the ice machine or the pipes read more

My favorite ramen spot! All the food is excellent but the ramen hits the spot. The servers move very quick and are very inviting. The space itself is well thought out. read more

The food was delicious and the wait time to be seated was very fast. The service was amazing as well as the host who was able to give us their opinion on the food so we could pick! The ambiance was relaxing and definitely somewhere I would go again. read more

2nd Language - Birria Ramen & Spicy chicken Bowl - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

Over seasoned fried rice (shrimp) did not taste like fried rice. Ramen was bland. Price doesn't match the end product. Ambiance was nice, and service was good. The review is geared towards the taste. I travel around the U.S often and am a sucker for a restaurant that is being hyped and this was a bit disappointing. read more

Quick friendly service and delicious food. I had the Chashu Chicken Ramen. Hubby had a slice of pizza and we shared an order of Roman Breadsticks with red sauce. Definitely worth a return visit. read more

2nd Language - Roman Breadsticks - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

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We stopped in fairly late on a Friday evening to grab a few drinks before they closed. This review is based solely on cocktails, though we can't wait to come back and try the food. The cocktail menu is so unique and really well balanced. I've yet to have an even mediocre drink from bartender Drew... they're perfect every time. The MezCaliente was my personal favorite... smokey, sweet, spicy. A really great combination of flavors! read more

2nd Language - The Nutty Professor and MezCaliente - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

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This has got to be one of my favorite meals I've had while living in Evansville. I ordered the build your own vegetable rice bowl and I ate the whole thing. There were so many delicious flavors and textures. Overall, the night was great. Our server was super nice and the restaurant had beautiful decorations. If you're getting dessert, I would recommend the crème brulee! read more

2nd Language - Build your own vegetable rice bowl - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

The food is excellent quality and it's prepared well. The staff is also excellent. I also appreciate the vibe of the restaurant, it's really relaxed but not too relaxed. read more

This was our first time dining here after a recommendation. So yummy! The fried chicken appetizer and the ramen bowls are to die for!

Everything was amazing the food was delicious our server was very informative and kind. I had the traditional ramen and added the charred bok choy to it. My husband had the birria ramen it was too spicy for him so he switched to the pork fried rice it was huge. And smelled heavenly. It was my son's first time trying real ramen and he loved the kid's chicken ramen. We left happy and full. Definitely will return again next time we are in town. read more

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We were seated around 5:30 pm on a Friday evening. It was busy, but we were able to secure a booth. Lots of interesting menu choices but I opted for the Chashu Chicken Ramen. This is a large bowl which included the chicken breast meat, cabbage, bamboo shoots, Shitake mushrooms, bean sprouts, green onions, broth, ramen noodles, and soft egg. The broth was just a touch spicy and so flavorful. This is a large serving that I could have taken half of it home. However, we did leave room for dessert. My partner and I shared a piece of the Black Forest Tres Leche. Oh my! It is a chocolate cake topped with fresh whipped cream and tart cherry jam. It was moist and not too sweet. Service was fast, even though they were busy, and the server was attentive. The only negative is that it's noisy due to the high ceilings and no carpet. But it's a great place for a date or for a nice dinner with friends. We'll be back to try some of the other menu items. read more

2nd Language - Chashu Chicken Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

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On a cold and rainy day, was in need of some ramen and came to 2nd Language. It's located in the old National Biscuit Company building in downtown Evansville. Lots of parking at curbside as well as a vacant lot across the street. You know the place is good when people in cars were waiting outside for the restaurant to open. Once the doors opened, we were guided to our table. The interior is neatly decorated and the lighting added to the ambiance. Booth as well as table seating are available. They have a full service bar and fortunately, we had a full day ahead of us so although tempting, we declined any alcoholic beverages and instead ordered Coke products. The bartender Jesse came over and introduced himself and once we informed him it was our first time here, he explained the food offerings as well as recommendations. I went with the Chashu chicken ramen and it was one of the popular ramen orders. The restaurant claims to have incredible broth that is amazing so we were looking forward to determine the validity. The orders came within 15 minutes and was accompanied by some house made kim chee. The ramen and contents were neatly arranged in the bowl and the broth looked rich. The broth was taste tested first and it was delicious. The ramen was perfectly cooked and the chicken was very tender and tasty. I asked Jesse how the chicken was prepared and he mentioned it was marinated and then sous vide. Awesome!!! The prices are reasonable for the amount of food served. They also offer other food options to suit any palate if you're looking for great Asian food. The food was so good that we returned another day of ramen. Highly recommended for the food, the friendly and helpful staff, the location, and the ambiance. read more

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I got the Spicy Ramen and the Ahi Tuna, and both were amazing. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for food that hits the spot. Also, the Honey Toast is a must get! read more

2nd Language - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

Tens across the board for food, service, and ambiance. Located in the historic National Biscuit Company, 2nd Language is a dining experience - karaage and grilled shrimp buns are great appetizers. Signature smoked ramen and traditional fried rice are some good go-to-meals for me. Honey toast dessert is a MUST and all of the drinks are great. read more

2nd Language - Traditional Fried Rice - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

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This is one of the best Asian restaurants I've been to. Fun atmosphere and the food was beyond my expectations. Well worth the trip. read more

2nd Language - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

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The staff was kind enough to work my party of seven in on a busy Saturday evening. We had no appetizers and went straight to the ramen dishes! We had signature smoked, birria, and tiger kimchi ramen. A cha ca la vong with salmon and a Nabayaki Udon. All were wonderful and tasty. We barely had enough room to have the absolutely delicious honey toast dessert. Service was fabulous as well read more

The atmosphere of this establishment was amazing. You can tell that a lot of thought was put into the decor; it's beautifully designed. The food is made with fresh ingredients and the highest quality of meat and veggies. The excellent service outweighs the reasonable pricing for the menu items. I will definitely be visiting this fine establishment again. read more

2nd Language - Spicy Miso Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

2nd Language was amazing. We had a group of 4 and every dish was fantastic. The server was super nice and helpful. And the restaurant is clean and beautiful. We will be back every time we visit Evansville! read more

Pineapple fried rice to go is good for a couple meals so it's worth it. With pork is a different take on it.

Visiting from out of town and wanted to try something new. Was recommended to come here by a friend. 10/10 recommend. Everything from the service to the drinks to the food was fantastic. Our waitress was amazing, she really took the time to give us great and personable service. We sat outside and as soon as the sun wasn't beaming down on us it was absolutely perfect. For an appetizer we ordered the vegetable gyoza, it was delicious. The timing between appetizer and main course came out perfectly. I got the spicy miso ramen special and the heat and flavor were so on point, it was great. My partner ordered the vegetable ramen, he says it was absolutely stunning. He added some chili oil for some extra spice. Not pictured was our honey toast dessert, it was so delicious. Even though we weren't that hungry we made sure to eat it right away and we couldn't stop! read more

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Food was very slow to come out from the kitchen even though they only had a couple of table with customers. Food was so so.

The Karaage Chicken!! The servers are super sweet and friendly everytime ! The environment is very pretty and claiming for a night out! read more

2nd Language - Karaage Chicken Bowl! - Ramen Near Me - Evansville, Indiana

Very laid back, trendy vibes and fabulous service. The waitress recommeneded the shrimp buns as an appetizer, which were soooooo good. I got the Signature Ramen and my husband got the Miso Ramen. We'll definitely be back when we come through Evansville again! read more