A perfect, quiet spot hidden in a parking lot. As someone who is notoriously indecisive, finding out I could get Edamame, Gyoza, AND karaage for $4 was a steal. The potato croquettes were fresh and crisp and perfect for picky eaters. The beef udon was great too! Usually this is where I'd try and make some small bit or joke, but after I finished all I could think was "Man...that was good." So I guess you could say it left me speechless and pleasantly surprised. (shout out to our waitress who was super kind and indulged in conversing about BTS for five minutes) read more

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We recently stopped in to Nomu on our first night of a family vacation, and had a lovely supper! The restaurant was conveniently located in Glenview, and had plenty of parking outside, even though we were there during primetime on a Saturday night! The dining room is really pretty, and well-appointed! We were seated right away by friendly staff. Looking around, this appeared to be a very family-friendly establishment, as that was, by far, the most prominent type of connoisseur in the house on this evening! Our waitress was wonderful, and helped us with some recommendations upon us letting her know it was our first visit! She checked in with us frequently, and made sure drinks were always refilled promptly! We had a bunch of different items, and all were very good! We tried sushi rolls, beef noodles, and ramen. I'd have to say that the beef noodles probably were the best item for me! Prices were just about as you'd expect: not too high, but not super cheap either...but wholly justified by the great food and lovely service and experience! Food = 4/5 Facility = 4/5 Service = 4/5 Ambiance = 4/5 Value = 3/5 read more

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I was too busy catching up with dear friends to take pictures but the food and service were really good here--they did an amazing job both with the sushi and with the izakaya type food. We had takoyaki which was so gooey and amply filled with octopus and tofu agedashi to start. The sashimi platter was so good--really fresh fish and impressed at the quality for the price. The rolls were so good--the salmon one was really superb along with the dragon roll. The interior was nice and modern and the booths really comfortable. Will look forward to coming back on future trips. read more

I suddenly had a craving for Ten Don. Tempura shrimp and veggies over rice in a bowl. Surprisingly, most of the restos around me didn't have it in their menus. I discovered Nomu in Glenview, though they didn't have my Ten Don, they did have Katsu Don ( breaded pork over rice in a bowl topped with runny scrambled eggs. It was delish! Oishi! I complemented the meal and asked if they'll wver add Ten Don to their menu and he said that they are looking at it. So I said, I'll have to keep coming back to check until they do! read more

Came back here on a random Sunday night for early dinner. We came back here because we've had some really great experiences in the past for which I have not provided an updated review. I thought it was time now. Again, great attentive service even though it looks like their staff is pretty lean. Consistent food quality as well. Portions here are definitely fair for the price consider considering the amount of competition that is also serving similar food items off their menu. Love that a family of three can have dinner appetizers and not break the bank here. Hard to do that around Cook County, especially in this Glenview area. Glad that the menu is also expanded to include sushi because if I recall correctly, my very first visit here right after they had their grand opening it did not include sushi at the time. Will definitely be coming back here again and again. read more

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Good ramen and sushi. The service was quick and seating was average. We're constantly looking for a good ramen house and this was in the top 10 of us. I'd give it a shot if you haven't. Worth a try. Enjoy read more

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This was our second time dining in Nomu Ramen and Izakaya in Glenview, and it has become a nice and reliable restaurant for us when we crave for ramen or other Japanese plates. The restaurant is airy and modern looking, décor is tastefully done, and has a nice and relaxed vibe. We just wanted a simple and relaxing meal with comfort food after a full day of activities. Since it was a Saturday, we made a reservation through Opentable.com just in case. It turned out to be a smart move, as the restaurant was packed when we arrived at 7:00 pm at our reserved time. We got the last table that was close to the front door and the bar, but it was still a fine table. My wife and daughter each got a Tonkotsau Shoyu Ramen ($28.98 for 2) again, the same ramen that they had last time, since they both enjoyed it so much. Last time I had the Miso Ramen that was good; this time I ordered an Unagidon ($20.99), that was marinated eel over warm sushi rice. It was tasty and satiating. A flavorful Miso Soup was also included. We also shared an appetizer of Fried Mini Octopus ($10.99), which was flavorful and had a nice perfect crisp to it. Our daughter and I each had an Asahi Draft beer ($16.00 for 2), and my wife had a hot green tea ($3.00). Everything was priced reasonably. The total bill came up to $103.76 with tips and tax included. The serving staff have been very friendly and efficient. We truly enjoy our meals at Nomu Ramen and Izakaya, and it is only about 3.4 miles away from home. We will be happy to return again and again! read more

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I've had a ramen craving for weeks now that I haven't been able to shake. Sure I travel a lot, but I make it a rule not to have ramen(or any international dish) in cities absent of the population of the cuisine I am looking to have. Lucky for me, the Chicago area is one of the most well represented diverse cities our country has to offer! Surely this is going to be a sure bet....right? Right??? Enter Nomu Ramen. First impressions? Absolutely stunning. It's open, spacious, and bright. From the wall art to the plating and cutlery, the beauty is in the details. Honestly one of the nicest ramen spots I've been to, anywhere. But I came here to eat, and unfortunately that's where this roller coaster starts its descent. Let's start with the positives shumai crispy and delicious. The mini octopus appetizer is flawless. Perfectly fried and beautifully seasoned. The star of the show actually. The ramen egg in my bowl was actually one of the best ramen eggs I've had. But the ramen itself? Disappointing. The broth is one note, lacking any depth of flavor. The bowl doesn't feature any contrasting textural elements(corn, bamboo, woodear mushroom). Just onions, egg, chasu, and the most egregiously overcooked noodles I've ever had. So much so that half my noodles would break apart just in the attempt to lift them out of the bowl. I like to think that I'm a positive guide. Sure there's some good elements here, but I simply cannot overlook the flagrant ball dropping of the noodles.....and really this bowl of ramen as a whole. Sorry Nomu, I gave it my best shot.... read more

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Had some great Japanese food at this casually classy restaurant in Glenview. It specializes in ramen so of course you should get it. Nomu Ramen & Izakaya is one of many Asian restaurants located in this one plaza. Can be hard telling these all apart. This is located on the end so this makes it easier to find thankfully. Coming here the first time we had to look awhile before we found it. It's like every restaurant here is Asian so it was confusing to find the correct one. They have a bar inside where you can get cocktails so it's actually a kind of classy place. Not too much of one thankfully at least. Of course the prices on some things are pretty expensive though. It's about $11 for the cheapest cocktails. There's ones that are made with sake if you like those. I got the Niwashi, The Gardener. This is made with muddled cucumber, elderflower, lime, mint, and Roku gin, fizzy and strong. We got ramen because it's of course the main thing. A lot of these to choose. It's about $15 for a ramen entree. There's a lot that are meaty, but a few are okay for vegetarians. I got the Yasai Curry Ramen. This has creamy umami vegetable broth seasoned with Japanese curry, along with vegetable noodles made with kale, along with vegetables and topped with tofu. It was hot at first. This is a great thing to get if feeling sick and needing to warm up and stuff. Great place to try some better than average ramen and other Japanese favorites. It's located in the plaza with all the other Asian restaurants. This is one of those restaurants that closes between lunch and dinner except on weekends. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Niwashi The Gardener And Yasai Curry Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

Probably by far, the best Ramen I ever had. This place is kind of a hidden gem, quite literally, as it's located near the back of the strip mall which has very enticing restaurants all over. I ordered the tonkatsu shio ramen. It came with these slices of meat that was tender and full of flavor. Soft boiled egg was on point. Noodles were not too skinny, just perfect bounce and taste and the amount in the broth was perfect. Speaking of broth, it was chance-your-pants good. So flavorful, creamy, and was the perfect ratio to the ramen topics. I mean, seriously, the best I had. Service was good, we got our waters filled promptly, and overall dining experience was great. I would definitely recommend this place if you're into Ramen! BATHROOM REVIEW: the bathrooms were located separately from the restaurant, near the back. Go out the restaurant, and there's plenty of signs that direct you to the bathrooms. Inside, there urinals and stalls. Urinals were functional as well as the sink and soap. Sit or squat? Squat read more

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This is my review of Nomu Ramen and Izakaya. If you've read my previous reviews you know I'm a ramen connoisseur and I know my Japanese ramen. It's my jam. My wife and I were in the area and we wanted lunch. I opened up my trusty Yelp app and looked in the area for some choices. The first thing that jumped out at us was ramen and we were sold and we decided to stop here on new years day for lunch. We arrived and the place is modern with a touch of Japanese flair. We like it. We were promptly seated and began our lunch at Nomu. We briefly reviewed the appetizers and the Potato Croquette and the corn cheese quickly jumped out at me and we did those choices for apps. Then for ramen we went with the Miso Ramen. After we ordered we took in the vibes of the place and it was pleasant. Plenty of people filling up the space and it was nice and cozy. First to arrive were the potato croquette and this was really good. Crispy and crunchy on the outside and warm and gooey on the inside. My wife really enjoyed this. Up next was the corn cheese and for this dish it's really hard to mess up and they nailed it. The cheese was melty and yummy and pro-tip....I paired the Potato Croquette with the corn cheese and this was delicious. Good job Nomu. Next up was the main event and if you've read my previous ramen reviews you know that I break my ramen reviews into 4 separate parts with the broth being the most important part of the dish. If you don't have good broth then you don't have good ramen. We went in and took our first sip of broth and the broth is good and flavorful. It has that rich creamy umami taste that you would expect from a good bowl of ramen. HOWEVER, we did run into a slight issue. When it came out we took a sip broth and it was on the colder side. Then we went to take a bite of the egg and that was cold also. We informed our server that all we wanted was for them to reheat the bowl and NOT to make a new one. So what do that do? They went ahead and made a new one. Strike 1. So we had to wait even longer for them to remake the ramen. After the ramen was remade it was brought out to us by the chef and he explained to us that the egg is cold on purpose as it's kept refrigerated. My wife has never experienced this before but I have during my travels as different chefs keeps their egg marinaded in soy in the fridge before plating. So to me it wasn't a big deal and it could have be solved by simply nuking it in the microwave. So when our new bowl of ramen arrived it was still luke warm! I couldn't believe it. Ugh. Then next up is the noodles. The noodles should have a bouncy chewy texture and Nomu's noodles didn't have any of this. They were just flat texture and really didn't have any chew. Up next is the protein of the dish and the chasu was good, really good and tender actually. The last part are the toppings and the egg was OK. Overall it was just an OK bowl of ramen. I'd defiantly go back to to the Potato Croquette and corn cheese again. That was freaking delicious! So if you're looking for a good vibe, ok ramen, and damn good apps then Nomu is your place for you! read more

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I was drawn in by an enticing photo of noodles that Yelp sent me for Nomu Ramen and Izakaya. After reading several positive reviews on Yelp and finding myself craving ramen, we decided to stop by for a casual dinner. The fact that Nomu is only 3.5 miles from home made it an easy choice! Nomu is tucked into a strip mall in Glenview that's home to a variety of Korean restaurants and eateries. The exterior is quite plain, but once inside, we were pleasantly surprised by the spacious, modern, and clean interior. The vibe was trendy yet relaxed. We visited on a Tuesday evening and found the restaurant fairly quiet, with plenty of open tables. The hostess let us choose our own seat, so we picked a cozy booth with high-back seats near the bar. Background music was playing some upbeat Latin pop or K-pop, which added energy to the space without being too loud. Our server was a friendly young woman who was both polite and attentive throughout our meal. To start, we shared an order of Takoyaki. There were seven golden-brown balls served in a small cast iron takoyaki pan and topped generously with bonito flakes. Each ball had a couple of small pieces of octopus, though they were mostly batter. Still, they tasted fresh and the flavor was great, we really enjoyed them. For the main course, my daughter and I both ordered the Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen. Each bowl came with three rectangular slices of chashu, which were different from the round ones shown in the photos, but they were nicely lean with just enough fat for flavor. The half-boiled egg was cooked to perfection, the noodles had an ideal texture, and the broth was rich and flavorful. The portion was just right for me, though my daughter ended up with some leftovers. My husband had the Miso Ramen and enjoyed his bowl as well. We all ordered hot green tea, which came in what looked like a 12-ounce mug with a quality tea bag. The meal was simple, but satisfying and comforting. By the time we left after 8 p.m., there were still about five tables occupied, which felt nicely quiet for a Tuesday night. Overall, we had a great experience and are looking forward to coming back to try more items from the menu. read more

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This time around I came here on a Friday night and had the Yuzu Shoyu Ramen but I did not like it as much as the first time. I thought that the broth was extremely salty and there were more ramen noodles than broth. The pork belly in my opinion was not very fresh. Overall not as impressed as the first time. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

Nomu Ramen and Izakaya is a great Asian restaurant. My husband and I went there to meet some friends. We had the corn cheese and bacon okonomiyaki. Both were great but I couldn't get enough of the okonomiyaki. For an entree, I had the ramen. It was fantastic. The broth was very flavorful. While the portions were not huge, the quality of the ingredients was very good. The serves were very nice. read more

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Came back on my way through the area again and hit the spot. A friendly staff, cozy spot especially on a cold afternoon for a hot pot of nabeyaki udon! read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

My coworker told me their menu expanded a lot since the last time he went here for lunch. The first time I went here I got the miso ramen with a side of chili. The broth was flavorful and rich. The side of chili added the nice little kick. I liked the chili a lot. It's spicy and it lingers. The noodles had a good bounce to it. The chasu was soft and cooked well. The second time I got the udon. The broth is nice and light. I liked it but I prefer the ramen more. I also liked the spicy salmon hand roll a lot too. read more

While I'm not the biggest ramen fan in general, there are a special few ramen restaurants that innovate in a way that speaks to my taste buds. Nomu has done this with their Yuzu Shoyu Ramen. It is fresh, light, and citrusy - rather one one of a kind. I believe it is a newer addition to their menu, and as long as it always has a place there, Nomu will always have me as a return customer. :) My husband is a more conventional ramen lover, and he is a big fan of the tonkatsu shoyu ramen. So give that a try if you want something more traditional. Finally, service at the restaurant is always friendly and attentive. read more

Came in by myself to watch the new episode of invincible and enjoy some ramen. The moment I walked in I was greeted nicely, and the theme and ambiance of the place was pretty classy with a cool bar area. The food was brought out pretty quickly and they gave me the beef skewer complementary to try for free! It was delicious and I really felt taken care of. Personally I'm a fan of thick noodles rather than the skinny ones served but the soup was so good and pork so tender it made up for it! Will return. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Beef Striploin Skewer - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

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First time trying this place and it didnt disappoint! Service was great! And place looked nice. I wished they didnt sit us by the bussing trays tho. I ordered a bunch of appetizers like the chicken karage, shrimp, tempura and takoyaki. The shrimp tempura wasnt that great but it wasnt bad. But the other two were a must try! We also ordered Ramen and it was really tasty very flavorful and the noodles they used was one of my favorite. I would definitely come back to try more sfuff on the menu! Happy eating! read more

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Nomu - A Family Gem You Can't Miss! We've been coming to Nomu more than ten times, and it's officially one of our family's favorite spots. This is one of the few restaurants where our toddlers genuinely eat well, which is saying a lot! They can't get enough of the Su Udon, Demi-Glazed Tonkatsu, and Fried Chicken appetizer -- every visit is a win. They literally devour their meal at every visit. In the summer I love their cold and refreshing yuzu udon and in the fall/winter I appreciate their spicy tanmen with chashu pork or their tonkatsu ramen instead. The service here is consistently incredible. We're always seated quickly, the staff are warm and attentive, and the food comes out fresh and perfectly timed. Even with our sometimes chaotic toddlers in tow, we've never once felt unwelcome -- and that kind of hospitality is priceless. We often bring family and friends along, and everyone is always impressed. From ramen to sushi and all the other dishes on the menu, you really can't go wrong. Everything we've tried so far has been fantastic, and the warm, attentive service makes every visit a pleasure. Nomu is truly a family-friendly gem that we can't recommend enough! It's the kind of place that reminds you why supporting small, local businesses matters: the care, the quality, and the personal touch make every meal special. We'll be back next week as always. read more

This is a slightly more upscale Japanese ramen place with a korean undertone. The place is very clean, service is very good/friendly. I got the katsudon, which was decently tasty, though the katsu was already pretty soggy by the time it was served, so I would probably try something different next time. The tonkatsu was a big hit with the kids with a nice crunch and sauce that was semi-sweet, though not as tangy as typical tonkatsu sauce I've tried (not a negative, just different). We also got the beef udon soup, which my son loved, but I would say the pricing is a bit high for amount of noodle/beef that you get since he was still hungry afterwards. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Katsudon - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

This is a spot that was recommended to me by friends for being spacious, having delicious food, and an above average interior. All of those are true plus reasonable pricing, nice plating, and friendly service. When I was looking for a spot like this, I was looking for something in the Glenview/Northbrook area with an interesting menu that wasn't too expensive. It also needed to have enough seating for larger parties (but not Iron Age because ACYE can be too much for one meal and not SGD because we've been there too much) and be a casual spot that was elegant enough for a birthday celebration while also not being too loud so that I could catchup on conversation with friends. This definitely met all the requirements well - though I almost changed spots because the Opentable reservation list showed little to no availability for groups above 4 for the entire night (though there was plenty of space available in the restaurant). The lighting was perfect for pictures, with a nice level of light throughout - and lots of nice decor items for fun pictures within including a giant logo sign and nice looking bar. The plating matched with nice bowls and plates that matched neatly and colorfully arranged food. The food quality surprised me here a bit, due to the fairly inexpensive prices on the menu. Portion sizes were not the most enormous, but the ingredient quality shined in items like the pork in the ramen and the fish quality in the chirashi - giving better slices of fish, shrimp, scallop, etc. rather than cheaper cuts you might find elsewhere nearby. I liked the aggressively flavorful versions of the okonomiyaki and corn cheese here too, definitely better quality ingredients and a nice bold savory flavor -- without being overly spiced. The ramen broth here was also on par with some of the better options I've had in the Chicago suburbs, saving me trips to Naperville and Chinatown -- as the meats, veggies, egg, and noodles also had good flavor and texture as well. Overall, great spot if you need a more elegant looking and spacious restaurant with very reasonable prices and enough variety on the menu to satisfy many types of cravings. read more

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I've been here quite a few times now and I always leave extremely satisfied. Every bite I've had, between the lychee martinis, hand rolls, nigiri, and of course ramen, have been perfection. The price is reasonable for the quality of food and the service is always great. It's my new favorite spot that I can't stop going to and only issue I have is that I want to gatekeep it because it's that phenomenal. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Yasai Shio Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

Ramen is one of my favorites foods. We found this place and decided to try Nomu Ramen and Izakaya. How did it fair? Let find out: Ambiance The setting feels like a new up-to-date feel for a young crowd. There is a half bar in the center of the restaurant. On one side there seems to be some construction going on. The restaurant had good lighting and had a nice vibe to it. Service The waitress we had was nice. The food came out at a good pace. Food Shrimp tempura The shrimps were light and crispy. It was slightly under-seasoned but I think it is like that due to the sauce that accompanies it. Paired together it is perfectly seasoned. Edamame These were good. Lightly salted. Taste is similar to what you get at other places. Agedashi tofu I really enjoyed this tofu. It had a nice umami-filled broth with a nice jalapeño kick to it. Wish I had some rice with it to soak up the broth. Gyoza The dumplings had a nice meaty flavor. The filling was properly seasoned and the wrapper was not too doughy. The bottom had a nice crispy fry to it. The accompanying sauce pairs well with the gyoza but I thought it did not really need the sauce. Tonkatsu shio ramen What can I say about this ramen... the broth is properly seasoned and was very tasty. The noodles for me were a little too soft, because I prefer a more toothsome noodle texture. Overall The food was cooked well and the flavors were there. Again, I would prefer a more firmer noodle texture. The small dishes were nice. Oddly enough, when we went there they did not have sushi, yet the menu online has sushi on it. This is a good ramen place with small dishes if you are in the area. read more

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We had the best dining experience in their TASTING ROOM. It was just me and my husband sitting in front of Chef Ben, who happens to be the co-owner. He creates everything in front of us, provides us with a detailed description of his presentation, and even offers us tips on the best way to savor the dish. Each of the 8 courses was exquisite. My taste buds were happy and so was my stomach. The pace was just right and the amount was decent. I mean...I could have made room for one more Wagyu sushi or an Akami tartare but it would have been pusing it. We also paid for the drink pairing; my husband opted for the sake pairing and I had the cocktail pairing. OMG... the drinks were divine! There were six of them and I LOVED them all. This was an amazing experience, especially at this price. I would highly recommend making a reservation and experiencing it yourself. You will not regret it. read more

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Came to this spot for dinner one night with my wife and it was a pleasant dining experience. There is plenty of seating and a spacious round bar top. The Okonomiyaki Karaage was interesting. The chicken karaage part was tasty. The raw cabbage part is not really selling it as okonomiyaki. It honestly just felt like a karaage dish alone. The staff were attentive and kind. The ramen was nicely not as salty as other spots. They have decent ramen, but not spectacular. The spicy ramen is actually spicy, so don't order if you can't handle the heat! This place is a "nice to stop by" if you're in the area. read more

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Let's get the bad news out first. Tonkatsu Donburi: Pork cutlet and scrambled egg on top were good, the rice portion not so much. Donburi depends so much on the dashi and sautéed onion that make the dish warm, welcoming and comforting. Mine was dry, no broth in the rice.We also tried the spicy tuna roll which was bland. Service and atmosphere were great. But you come for the food, We will try again. But I will return my donburi back to the kitchen if it isn't made right again. read more

Tucked away in the back of the plaza with tous Les jour and burgerfix We came by for an early dinner on a Saturday and there were a few tables but we were seated quickly. After being seated the first server came by and took our drink order: then another server came by and took our food order. I ordered a yuzu nonalcoholic beverage and it was cirtusy and super light. Both sweet and sour; but refreshing. My husband got ramen, while I indulged in the Butadon dish, which was a braised pork belly over rice. It was full of flavor and I ended up eating the whole bowl despite being super full it was so good I couldn't stop. Haha. Highly recommend, you may want to share it so you're able to try other things but it was delish! Towards the end of our experience we waited a super long time for our check despite trying to flag down a server. Not sure who our main person was but once we got the check we were ready to rock and roll. All in all we had a great time, I can't wait to come back and try other dishes on the menu. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

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I have dined at Nomu a handful of times and I do have to give them a 5. I have been at this location years ago when it was an AYCE sushi place. I am happy that Nomu took over the space in this area. On my visits, I've tried: GYOZA, TAKOYAKI, CHASHU SLIDERS, SPICY EDAMAME, FRIED SHUMAI, PORK KATSUDON, SHRIMP KATSUDON, CHASHU UDON, SU UDON, TONKOTSU SHIO RAMEN, KARA TORI PAITAN, and NOMU TAN MEN. All of these dishes were delicious, flavorful, and prepared very well. I have not had a less than excellent experience here that is why I kept coming back with family and friends. Service is consistently friendly and very efficient. I like the neat and clean lay out of the place as well. The bathrooms are located outside of the restaurant but still within the building. I will keep coming back here and I hope they stay strong! Til next time :) read more

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My friend recommended this spot for their don bowls, but we saw that they were known for their ramen bowls. We decided to try their ramen and it did not disappoint! The ramen broth was very flavorful and you could taste the flavors. The noodles were not overcooked, and everything in the bowl paired together perfectly. My only recommendation would be to add more toppings to the ramen like bamboo, and it would be perfect. The waitresses were very kind and attentive. They were always checking up on us. The interior is also very clean and has a modern look. The restaurant is very spacious, and music is not too loud!! Price is also very reasonable for ramen. Def recommend & would love to try others on their menu. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Tonkotsu Shio Ramen and Yasai Shio Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

My family went here for the first time. It was a Saturday evening at 5:30. Another couple walked in before us, and they were promptly seated. It wasn't until about 5 minutes later that we were brought to our table. It was a table for four, but we were told the fifth person could sit on the end. It was a small table, and we would be very cramped, so my daughter spoke up about it. It took a few more minutes for the staff to figure out they could seat us on the side area where they could push two tables together. Although this solution was a much better seating arrangement, the music speaker was nearby on the wall, which made it a bit challenging to have a conversation with one another. Also, the music was a mix of interesting remakes like a modern version of an REM song, and some fast-paced house music, the latter of which didn't properly fit the vibe of a dining establishment. Overall, the decor was modern and trendy, and the seating was plentiful. Our server was very nice and helpful, but it didn't seem like there was enough staff for the busy dinnertime, as the restaurant quickly filled with diners. I feel the wait time for the food to come out and for our server to take our orders was more than it should be. Also, I asked if the Yasai Shio Ramen is vegan, and the server immediately said yes, which made me happy. When I asked what other vegan options there were, our server looked at the menu and named a few other options, including the miso soup. I asked if the miso soup had bonita flakes, which she said it did; thus, it wasn't vegan. This made me not trust the other appetizers that she said were vegan. (I can't imagine the potato croquette is vegan since they are usually made with egg.) I had also seen on Nomu's website that they have avocado rolls, but they were not on the restaurant menu. I thoroughly enjoyed the Yasai Shio Ramen, and truly hope it is vegan. The flavors and textures were outstanding. Unfortunately, the others in my party did not like their meals at all and said they were quite flavorless. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Yasai Shio Ramen with a side of rice - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

Such a good ramen spot! You can make any ramen spicy which is lovely touch because I wanted mine spicy! Started with the edamame which is great spicy and salty start! Need to come back here and try the other ramens. Service was super quick and very attentive. It's a huge space so good for large groups. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

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Really excited to try this highly rated ramen place in the area. The interior is new and modern and gives a cool bar vibe. The service was friendly and prompt. My friend and I shared a takoyaki which came out pipping hot on a skillet. The ramen soup was flavorful and the noodles were a perfectly chewy. I definitely recommend giving them a visit. The ramen is also very fairly priced for the quality. Much more affordable than the ramen places downtown in Chicago. read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

My husband and I were looking for somewhere new to try for dinner last night. We found Nomu, and so so so glad we found it! The restaurant is in a strip and sort of to the back so it's a little hard to see from the street. However when you walk in it's really chill, simply designed, & has some pretty mural art on the wall. When we walked in they asked if we had a reservation, but we didn't. So pro-tip, if you're trying to go on a Friday or Saturday night make a reservation here on Yelp! We waited just under 10 min for a table. The menu is really easy to read and not too large. We started with the chicken karaage which was fried soooo nicely! It was delicious! I ordered the Tori Paitan which was a creamy chicken based ramen. The broth was absolutely delicious, noodles tender, and they top it with some sous vide chicken and a jammy egg. My husband got the Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen. It was also incredibly delicious! We were also really happy with the price point of everything! We can't wait to go back and try even more off the menu! read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Chicken Karaage with spicy mayo - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

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07/28/24 - My wife and I checked out Nomu Ramen tonight. Nomu is located on the far south end of the Korean strip mall in Glenview on the east side of Milwaukee. FYI Nomu Ramen is located around the corner on the far south end of the mall. We drove in & didn't see it. We drove by all the way to the north end before coming back The restaurant is nice w/very good service. The staff @ Nomu was outstanding from the time we entered we were greeted by Chris (manager) @ the door. We were seated & Alanah our server introduced herself. She was very sweet & kept coming back to check up on us to see if we needed anything. We both ordered the Tonkatsu Shoyu Ramen w/pork belly. At other ramen restaurants I usually get the pork broth as it tends to be very rich w/flavor from the pork bones that ramen restaurants sfor hours. While the broth was good it wasn't as rich flavor wise as some of the other ramen place I've been to. The Tonkatsu requires vigorous boiling to emulsify the fat into the broth & create that yellowish creamy texture. The ramen was pretty good but lacked some of the richness that other ramen broths have. read more

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Went for lunch and the lunch combo was a good deal (+$4 for 2 chicken karaage, 2 fried gyoza, and edamame)! Interior was nicely decorated. The ramen (not pictured) was better than the Katsudon donburi bowl, but both were decent (nothing amazing but good for their price points). Takoyaki was yummy and creamy inside, but I wish there was more octopus inside. Their beverage menu looked great and next time, I would love to try a cocktail! read more

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I used to love this place with all my heart, literally would go here for special occasions or even for a casual dinner. The ramen flavor has definitely changed in the last few months and is noticeably not as great as their ramen from earlier this year. The service/ambiance are still the same in my opinion. I wish it would go back to what it was. My girlfriend and I went to try the tasting menu/room experience in August of this year. It was definitely one of our favorite meals ever. However, looking at another review on Google, it seems like the chef in charge of it has left the restaurant. Additionally, the Nomu website does not allow reservations for the tasting menu experience anymore either. We believe that since then the recipes have changed. read more

We were in the area searching Yelp for a place we have never dined before and came across this restaurant. When you first walk in the door all the stress of the day immediately left our bodies! The lights are dim and there is music playing softly in the background. They have low tables and high tables (we asked to be seated at a low table. There are tables against two different walls that have a one sided booth across that fills the entire two walls. The waitress came up to us right away with ice water her name was Kat and she was very kind and professional. We knew what we wanted so we placed our order at that time. I ordered the Tonkotsu Shio Ramen and my husband ordered the Tonkotsu Shoyu ramen. The Ramen was served in a very pretty bowl. The broth for the ramen I had was very creamy. I liked my husbands broth better. The Chashu was sliced very thin and it melted in our mouth! So delicious. The broth was nicely seasoned and we loved the egg! We will definitely be back when we are in the area! The noodles are the same size as the ones you get at the store but these are fresh and have more chew to them. I noticed that the soup spoon was way too big and a little hard to eat without splashing some broth on your chin. My husband did not have the same issue. We loved dining here and highly recommend. The prices are just as good as the food! read more

Nomu Ramen And Izakaya - Ramen for dinner - Ramen Near Me - Glenview, Illinois

Came here on a weeknight for dinner. The place was not busy. As a side note the directions took me a weird way to this restaurant. It is just along the side of the plaza behind SGD. We ordered a couple of appetizers and two of the ramen bowls. We ordered the Agedashi tofu- two pieces of tofu that had decent flavor with the sauce and seaweed pieces over it. The Takoyaki was served in a special platter like the thing used to make the balls. Those were tasty and there was a decent amount of them too, covered with lots of Bonita flakes, seaweed and green onions. The two bowls of ramen that we ordered was the Tonkotsu Shio and Tonkotsu Shoyu, I had the Shio and it was flavorful and rich and creamy broth. The portion size too was decent for the price. Overall a good experience here. read more

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I went to Nomu for the first time for dinner on a friend's recommendation and it did not disappoint. The restaurant has a modern vibe and a nice bar area. We were seated quickly and service was attentive. I ordered the spicy miso ramen and it was very delicious. Usually when I order spicy ramens they aren't actually spicy, but this one had a good enough of a kick without being overwhelming. The egg was nice and jammy. Noodles were cooked to perfection and went well with the broth. It comes with some very tender and rich pork belly that helps cut through some of the spiciness of the dish. I had a great time and would dine here again when I'm in the area. read more

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