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    Ramen Time

    4.5 (205 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Aryana M.

    Absolutely delicious! There is quite a few things to select from. I took my daughter and we had a mini early dinner. We were sat as soon as we walked in. Had waters ready for us. (They used bottle water which is awesome) The owner came by and asked how everything was which is great! Many places don't do that! We chose the chicken ramen. One spicy one not. We got Chicken dumplings and seaweed salad! It was amazing.

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    Kathleen L.

    The Ramen soup is amazing! My husband and I both shared the karrage chicken appetizer. The meat was soft and easy to chew and very tasty, you also get a nice portion size perfect for 2-4 people to share. They gave us a bottled water as soon as we were seated. There is an air cleaning machine in the center of the dining room and I have not seen this at any other restaurant, this is a bonus reason to dine here. We both ordered the same, Ramen Tonkotsu (pork broth) and pork Chashu meat. I ordered mine spicy and my husband wanted it mild. We were both satisfied with the level of spice and the flavor of the broth! If your in the area I recommend you stop by and give the ramen a try! We have been eating a lot of ramen lately and this is easily in our top five! We will be back! There is a Thai menu and a ramen menu, you can also use a QR code and order from your phone for dine in or take out.

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    Jisha J.

    The food was good and the kids enjoyed the restaurant. The ramen was good but not great. I'm sure we will be back and I'll try some other items. The fried rice was really good. We also got mango sticky rice which was delicious, but such a tiny portion of sticky rice for 9$.

    Tonkostu Ramen with Chicken Kaarage is very tasty.
    Fred M.

    In my head, this feels like it will be a lengthy review. As a courtesy to those with a short attention span, I will start with a quick summary: Food: 4 stars Atmosphere: 3 stars Service: 5 stars Overall: 4 stars On to my review: I'm still relatively new to the area, and frequently utilize the search engine on Yelp! to find lunch options. Two different restaurants have been on my radar: Ramen Time and Jimmy Thai. Today, I discovered they have the same ownership, and occupy the same space. When you walk in, you can sit at a table, or the counter/bar. I chose the counter. They give you two menus - one for Ramen Time, and one for Jimmy Thai. I'm not sure why they don't simplify things and give you one menu, but it is the owner's prerogative and won't effect my rating. At lunch time, after you are seated, and decide what you want - you walk up to the cash register to order, they give you a number, and bring you your food. I ordered the Tonkostu Ramen with Chicken Karaage. It was excellent! I never think of Ramen as very hearty, but it's been a couple of hours since I finished lunch, and I'm still full (and all I had for breakfast was one banana). One word of caution: When you order at the register, there is a tip jar. Naturally, I threw my tip in there. Then, after my meal I thought: "uh oh, the wait staff probably didn't see me throw a tip in the jar. I hope they don't think I'm stiffing them." Afterward, it occurred to me, perhaps the tip jar is intended more for cary-out. In the future I will leave my tip at the table. This will obviously not impact my rating. I really enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere here. I will definitely definitely add this to my list of local lunch options. Ramen on my friends, Ramen on...

    Ramen Time/Jimmy Thai one and the same
    Phil S.

    We were at Macy's until around 8pm tonight. When we left we were both hungry so we looked for something hot to warm us up because it was chilly out. We found "Ramen Time" on Yelp a little over a mile from Northbrook Court (sounded good 4 1/2 stars on 80 something reviews). The only problem is where the hell is it? As usual I mapped it and we arrived & drove around the parking lot 2X's driving slowly trying to locate "RAMEN TIME". We were unable to find it so I remapped the location thinking perhaps we had the wrong location. I ended back up on Lake Cook Road only to be redirected back to the same strip mall. Once again we drove around looking for "RAMEN TIME". Nada? I called the number and they told me it was by The Dunkin Donuts as you entered the lot so we went back to Dunkin Donuts & circled around the building. Once again NADA? WTF? I called once again and found out the name of the restaurant on the storefront is "JIMMY THAI". After going in I questioned them on the discrepancy as it's very confusing looking for "RAMEN TIME" W/a "JIMMY THAI" sign he told me they combined the spaces. After going in they had 2 menus on 2 different walls, 1 for "RAMEN TIME" & 1 for "JIMMY THAI". When all was said and done we were finally able to order ramen the ramen we were craving it was pretty tasty. I got the miso based broth w/shrimp tempura on the side. The shrimp tempura was good, but a bit odd in the respect that it wasn't light, crispy & fluffy like tempura you get at a good Japanese restaurant. The tempura reminded me very much of the pre packaged pieces of shrimp tempura that I pick up at Assi (Korean market). Lately I have had a craving for hot soups w/noodles either Ramen or Pho (probably the colder weather). Ramen Time was pretty tasty but kind of a small portions by comparison to other ramen restaurants I have been to recently. If I am in the area again I would probably go back and try the Thai food next time. I would give them a 3 - 3 1/2 star rating. The food was good, but I have had better recently.

    Annette B.

    I decided to give Ramen Time a try this week when I was graving some delicious ramen! This restaurant did not disappoint. I used their online ordering system to pick up my meal curbside and the whole process was a breeze. Ordering online is really easy with them. You just need to pick your broth, protein, and veggies, and they prep it for you beautifully! I also really like that they kept the broth, protein, and noodles/veggies separate so your food doesn't get soggy. I found I actually had a LOT of broth left over, so if you want to make some noodles and veggies later on to add to the extra broth, you can definitely do it. Really happy I tried them out!

    Rebekah L.

    Literally can't say enough good things about the food and the customer service here! The food was absolutely delicious. My family has heard me rave about this ramen for weeks now. The broth had great flavor and all the ingredients in the bowl were cooked perfectly. I got the extra shrimp tempura on the side and look at the size of the shrimp! The portions were just right! Ramen time is in the same restaurant as Jimmy Thai. Several different servers came around to ask how everything was and if there's anything else we needed. Each server provided exceptional customer service and just made for a great first experience here. So glad ramen time and Jimmy Thai is so close to us and we definitely will be back for more ramen but also to try the Thai food here. They have a big menu with lots of variety! See you soon ramen time and Jimmy Thai!

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    Sherwin C.

    Just a year ago, premium ramen was probably one of the last things I'd expect to find in this area of Deerfield that caters mainly to local businesspersons and travelers. Fortunately, Jimmy saw the need to fill in a gap here (for those who can't travel to Glenview, Northbrook, Arlington Heights, etc. where this is more common) and has done a commendable job with his offerings. I tried a few items here, but this was enough to solidify a positive impression of the restaurant. The edamame was prepared nicely and steamed just about right. Slightly salty, but was pleasant as an appetizer. The shrimp tempura was super crispy with a nice meaty bit of shrimp inside. As for the ramen, the tonkotsu broth was thick and aromatic, with an instant sense of umami -- without being too salty. This was tempered nicely with bok choy, cabbage, and scallions. The molten egg was a nice touch visually and in adding some texture and the chashu was very nice and tender. Noodles were nice and chewy to match everything perfectly. Overall, very nice offering in this area of Deerfield and food is executed well.

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    Thank you, Wayne for the visit and enjoyment. Take care!

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    This restaurant is quite a variety and interesting foods. It's a taste challenge. I recommend everyone try it once.

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    We greatly appreciate your visit and kind review Kathy. Best wishes!

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    Great people, awesome service, the food was super fast and was delicious! I will for sure be going back.

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    We're trying to find the best ramen, and this ramen was just ok, so we don't plan on returning.

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    Thank you for your visit and review. Wishing you all the best

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    The food is always excellent and the ramen is top notch. Jimmy, the owner, is a so friendly and accommodating.

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    Great service. Good tasting ramen choices. Jimmy Thai never disappoints., eat in or order out. Prompt and friendly staff.

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    Ask the Community - Ramen Time

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Is there vegetarian Ramen or anything vegetarian here?

    Yes. They have both vegan and vegetarian. I recommend their vegetarian ramen the broth is very rich in flavor, and they pack it with veggies.

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    Jimmy Thai - 405 Lake Cook Rd Deerfield, IL (next to DMV)

    Jimmy Thai

    (505 reviews)

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    Coming to Jimmy's is like walking into Cheers Bar. Jimmy, May, and the staff know our name...and…read moreour food preferences. Tonight I was exhausted and couldn't get myself to make one more decision. Instead, I told Jimmy to surprise me. Six minutes later he brought out a piping hot plate of Pad Ped chicken, extra vegetables, no carrots, extra basil, medium spicy. It was just what I wanted on this cold December night. Hospitality this welcoming is unusual and why Jimmy's is our kitchen away from home.

    Average Thai food for a fair price…read more Online ordering was smooth and efficient with no added fees for using online ordering or paying with a credit card. This is good to see. The restaurant was busy on a weeknight around 7 and the energy inside was pleasant. They had a man working the front greeting guests and managing take out orders. He was very nice and attentive. The food was ready quickly and came out packaged perfectly. They didn't have the traditional Thai chili sauce when I asked but instead gave me a sriracha sauce in a packet which was just ok. The food was average overall. Pad Thai: it was a pinkish color, rather than brown, which I have seen before from some restaurants. I was fearful that it would be overly sweet when seeing it and it was definitely sweet, not savory like I prefer. The quality of the ingredients was good but the seasoning was western and not eastern. I don't like this type of pad Thai and don't recommend unless you like sweet entrees. Pad Woon Sen was better than the Pad Thai. It wasn't overly flavorful but consistent and not sweet. The chicken was cooked perfectly. They didn't include enough vegetables but again, not bad. Both dishes were good serving size 1-2 meals worth each depending on how hungry you are. Prices were slightly higher than other Thai places in the area (over $30 for the two) but not outrageous. I will probably try a few other dishes in the future but not in a hurry to go back. I'm glad to see they're doing good business and hope they continue to do well!

    Chicago Ramen Wheeling - Vegetable ramen

    Chicago Ramen Wheeling

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    Not sure how I feel about Chicago Ramen in Wheeling after my most recent experience…read more.. Since my kids had a lot of afternoon activities again and I didn't feel like cooking I decided to get carry out from Chicago Ramen. I placed an order for two Chicken Ramen with an egg. I showed up about 10 minutes later and they were already packing my order. I've always been impressed with how quickly they get the orders ready, but I guess everything is already premade which makes it easier. I ended up adding a wonton soap for one of my daughters since she just burnt her fish sticks at home and needed a back up. As I was waiting for my food I glanced at the chef and noticed that while he was packing our ramen he was NOT wearing any gloves and added the eggs with his bare hands!! I found it shocking and disturbing... Everything was packed well, and as I got home and got our ramen and wonton soup ready for dinner, I realized that instead of the wonton soup, they ended up giving me shrimp broth without any dumplings. I gave them a call and they apologized and offered a refund. I guess it wasn't meant for my daughter to have dinner that night... My husband and I did enjoy our chicken ramen...but I skipped my egg. We both woke up this morning super swollen and realized there was a ton of salt in the food. I'm not sure I will be back and might need to explore some other ramen places in the area. * Easy street parking right out front. * 2 Chicken ramen with an egg $37

    This Chicago Ramen is a small restaurant, so far, we have not dined in, we would rather eat in the…read morecomfort of our own home. However, it has been our go-to place for ramen takeout for some time now, this review is focused on their takeout ramen. After about two years' time, we have narrowed our preferences to the Red Miso Ramen with Egg and the White Miso Ramen with Egg. Both ramen comes with a big piece of Cha-Shu (pork), bamboo shoot, and green onion. The Cha-Shu is very tender and flavorful, and the egg cooked just right. The ramen noodles are bouncy with the right texture. When it comes to broth, the White Miso Ramen is definitely a winner over the Red Miso. I found the broth of the Red Miso a little too thick and there is a taste that makes it less pleasant than the other. There is ground pork in the broth of the White Miso, which adds flavor and complexity to the texture. Portions used to be very big, and I used to have leftovers. However, recently portions have shrunk and I could finish the entire bowl of White Miso Ramen with Egg in one meal with no problems. It would not be enough to feed someone with a bigger appetite than me. They had made a couple of mistakes in our takeout orders a year ago. Since then, they have been accurate with the orders and timing has also improved. I am pleased to have Chicago Ramen in our neighbor town, and a bowl of tasty ramen is so close by. I just saw that they have added Shrimp Wonton Ramen (and two other items) to their menu recently. Next time I might give that a try.

    New Village Gastro Pub - fried kimchi with pork and tofu

    New Village Gastro Pub

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    Solid spot if you're craving Korean comfort food. The fried chicken is so crispy on the outside,…read moreultra soft and juicy on the inside, the fries are simple but well-seasoned you just can't stop eating them. The 오뱅이 (sea snail and squid muchim) has a bold sweet-spicy kick with chewy noodles and fresh veggies, definitely flavorful with some heat! Portions are generous! We always end up with leftovers, and our kids love the chicken and fries. The vibe is lively with colorful lighting, service is smooth, and food comes out quick!

    This place was packed and parking was hard to find. We were sat at the back corner and it was very…read moreloud. The servers kept passing by our table and going to other tables even when we notified them we needed a server. I started with the Screwkiss Cocktail and my guy had the Melona Cocktail. Considering they had whole popsicles in them, it wasn't surprising they were on the sweeter side. However, mine took forever and a half to melt; I even had to use a spoon to try and mash it faster. Fun drink, but wouldn't get it again. The complimentary bean sprout soup was light and refreshing. We started with the Stir-Fried Chicken Gizzards. It was much more rough/tough than expected. It was my first time having it and I liked the flavor, but the texture was mehh. My guy said he's always had gizzards that were softer and preferred it like that. The Beef Brisket with Mung Bean Sprout was really good! My favorite dish for sure! It was perfectly cooked and flavored and definitely a 5/5 for me. I got a side of Glass Noodles to eat with it, but I didn't like these noodles. Glass noodles are one of my fave noodles normally. The Army Stew with Ramen Noodles was good, but the flavor was pretty monotonous so it got boring fast. Their kimchi was okay and I wish it didn't have some of the ingredients like the pepperoni. We got a side order of Tteokbokki and it was a really great choice with this dish!

    Kimbop

    Kimbop

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    Had a very nice lunch at Kimbop. I tried the beef bulgogi bento box and my wife had a couple of…read moresushi rolls. We thought the sushi was pretty, and had good textures, but wasn't very flavorful. The bulgogi was less pretty, but tasty, with rice and glass noodles and a standard salad. The miso soup was good. The place is small, but there are a half dozen tables, and everything is decorated and there is music playing. It seemed cozy and cheerful. The server was very helpful and quick to respond to questions or requests. We will have to come back to try the fried chicken and the ramen and see what we like best.

    I've ordered takeout from Kimbop in the past, but this was my first time dining in. The place is a…read morelittle bigger than I expected! We started with crab Rangoon, which we both enjoyed. For our entrees, we both ordered sushi. I wish I could remember the name of the roll I ordered, but it disappeared from my mind the moment my friend's food came. I ordered one sushi roll, which arrived in 10 pieces on a regular plate. Whatever it was, it was fine. Meanwhile, my friend ordered 2 crunch rolls, which arrived on a massive wooden platter. Twenty pieces in all, but substantially more food than you'd expect from two rolls. And, it was really, really good! We ended up sharing both of our entrees, and had an entire crunch roll leftover to bring home. A few weeks later, I'm still thinking about that spicy crunch. I'll definitely order one for myself the next time I'm there.

    Alice & Friends at The Glen - Joyful bliss (fried shrimp)

    Alice & Friends at The Glen

    (85 reviews)

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    finally got around to visiting alice & friends! it was always so far out of my way, but i was in…read morethe area and had dinner here with a friend. right away, the restaurant was very warm and homey. we were quickly sat and got to ordering. our waiter was very helpful when it came to different menu options and recommendations, so we were able to order pretty quickly! for an appetizer, we got the steamed dumplings, and for entrees, we got the chow mein and spammi sandwich. the portions were great, and the food was all delicious! i really liked the slaw that came with the spammi sandwich. overall a great experience! i would definitely recommend this restaurant.

    I have a confession - I may have developed an addiction to their Kung Pao! I have not stopped…read morethinking of it for a whole entire week and it was one of those meals that left such good memories that I can still "taste" it - y'know? I hadn't been since their renovation and made it there last Thursday. It was really cute ambiance - I loved the interior designer's work. The place has options of seating - inside and outside, ranging from metal chairs to comfortable upholstered benches. We got the tom kha to begin with, which my husband, who's not vegetarian, devoured. It was truly delicious! We then got the Kung Pao with mushrooms and it was incredible - the flavors, the choice of vegetables, the sauce - all of it! We also got a chow mein but with rice noodles - this was the one dish that could take some improvement. Granted, the original recipe calls for wheat noodles, and that might be really good, though our rice noodles version of it was came out soggy. Our server had clearly had a long day - she was tired and forgetful (didn't bring us rice and we had a hard time flagging her down to request it). She also just brought us the check after dinner, without asking if we wanted any dessert. All in all, highly recommend this place for delicious plant-based food.

    Kogii Kogii - Pork ribs

    Kogii Kogii

    (348 reviews)

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    I think Kogii means "meat." So Kogii Kogii means meat meat. How about meet meat?…read more Yes Yes. We loved it. We loved it. I know not what All You Can Eat (AYCE) that is referenced in these reviews. Our group picked a Combo that served 2-3 people. The price/description is different than what you see on the website or Yelp menu. Our Combo was $100 and included miso or seaweed soup, rice, banchan and four kinds of meat: marinated bulgogi, short rib, ribeye and brisket. Delicious Delicious. The banchan was tasty tasty. I especially liked the pickled cucumber and the kimchi. Some of the reviews said they were charged extra for refills on the banchan dishes. We were not. What a feast. The server loaded up our grill with brisket and would leave and come back to flip things or turn things although we were pretty capable of doing it ourselves. They very nicely cut our ribeye into bite-sized pieces with the kitchen shears and also snipped up the short rib. The meat was delicious and the banchan and rice soon filled us up. We used the green leafy lettuce to make ssambap. I also liked the sauce with the sesame oil and salt. The bulgogi was last and we had to dig deep to finish it. What I liked was that nothing stuck to the grill and nothing burned either. I've had kbbq before at other places where it was too hot and the meat was burned. Everything was cooked perfectly. There was another table where flames shot up from the grill but the staff quickly went over to help. The staff was friendly and efficient. The banchan was plentiful and tasty. The portions of meat were pretty generous and good quality. Although pricy, I feel we got a lot of food and the meat was excellent because we cooked it ourselves :). So good so good. We enjoyed we enjoyed. Bye bye!

    Korean BBQ with great quality of Kalbi. Service is also…read morequick and they ask if you want extra condiments.

    Sakae Sushi - Spicy Tuna Poke

    Sakae Sushi

    (88 reviews)

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    We decided to eat at this adorable little stand alone restaurant last night. I've passed it many…read moretimes and was curious as to how the food would be. This is an adorable sushi/ramen restaurant that appears to be family owned. It's such a cute little space and I saw that it had a lunch menu that I definitely need to try out. I went with my family on a Monday night at around seven and there was only one other patron there. I don't think the word has gotten out yet, but this place is going to get packed when people see and taste the quality of the food. Our waiter was great and super polite. We had great service and our food was timed and served perfectly. We started with edamame and gyoza and everything was outstanding. Super flavorful and very fresh. My son ordered the I Love Salmon sushi combination plate. He said everything was super fresh and delicious. He is quite the foodie and if he says something is good I believe it. I ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen, which was outstanding with big pieces of pork in it and my husband ordered the spicy vegetable Ramen, which lived up to its name! I did like that there were vegetarian options on the menu. This is going to be a place that I go to regularly. Once people discover this little gem, I'm sure waiting time is going to go up quite a bit!

    Solid spot to enjoy some Japanese food in the Northwest suburbs. This spot isn't too busy and is a…read morelittle hidden, so you easily drive by it without realizing it as you drive around the Milwaukee Ave area. The interior is alright, with just enough decoration to feel like a sit-in restaurant and a good amount of light coming in from the windows. The service is super fast and friendly, and you'll get served quickly on a visit here. Parking is also plentiful right outside the restaurant. For me, the food here is alright -- it's fresh though maybe not as satisfying as some other spots you could go to -- due to the seemingly healthier preparation they have on the food. That is, it's a bit lighter on sauces and unhealthy elements, instead opting for more vegetables. Depending on what you're looking for, this could be a good thing as you could probably eat here frequently and help to maintain a diet -- but if you're looking for heavily sauced sushi like what you'll find at an AYCE option, this might not be what you're looking for. Portion sizes are fairly good here and prices are fair. Overall, solid spot if you're looking for healthier Japanese food. There's just enough ambiance here -- but it's nearby a very competitive Asian food area and not exactly a standout option for flavor.

    Ramen Time - ramen - Updated May 2026

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