Immerse yourself in a blend of vibrant Asian flavors at 2nd Language.

Now Serving Ramen Downtown

Taste Our Vibrant Southeast Asian Cuisine.

Karaage Rice Bowl —

Steamed rice topped with karaage chicken thigh, char-grilled bok choy, pickled red onions, house aioli drizzle, cilantro.

Cold Smoked Pork Belly Buns —

Steamed buns with cold smoked chasu pork belly, housemade pickles, house yuzu aioli and cilantro.

Spicy Miso Ramen —

Tonkotsu pork broth, spicy miso tare, shio, chili oil, pork shoulder, corn, roasted tomatoes, charred green onion ends, soft egg, bean sprouts, green onions.

FEATURES

Tiger Kimchi Ramen —

Made with chicken paitan soup, kimchi tare, garlic oil, chicken chashu, kimchi, mushrooms, whole egg, bean sprouts, green onions, toasted sesame seeds and chili oil. Flavorful, complex, and delicious.

Esterhazy-Hungerian Torte —

Made with almonds, apricot jam, and vanilla pastry cream. Finished with a chocolate glaze and walnuts.

Chai Creme Brulee —

Chai infused creamy custard made with all the best of fall spices. Caramelized sugar on top.

Fresca Verde —

Crafted with Libelula Tequila, Ancho Verde Poblano Liqueur, house-made cilantro syrup, house-made cucumber Oleo-Saccharum, and lime juice. It’s a savory cocktail that packs a lot of flavor and pairs well with many of our menu items.

Everything Nice —

Made with a raisin-infused Rittenhouse Rye, house-made molasses syrup, Regal’s orange bitters, Angostura bitters, and garnished with a house-cut large rock, Luxardo Maraschino cherries, and walnuts. *think fruit cake meets old fashion.

Cranberry Kringle —

Inspired by your grandma’s Thanksgiving cranberry sauce. Made with Wheatley vodka, St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Velvet Falernum Liqueur, house-made cranberry syrup, lime juice, fresh grated cinnamon, and egg whites (can be made without or using a vegan egg white alternative).

FULL RESTAURANT MENU

2nd Language brings some of the best global offerings into one innovative cultural hub in the heart of downtown Evansville, IN.

A CUISINE FEATURING A BLEND OF VIBRANT ASIAN FLAVORS.

When you step into 2nd Language, you’ll be immersed into a space of passion, culture, and history. With a cuisine ranging from a blend of vibrant Asian flavors to unique desserts. Our goal is to bring some of the best global offerings into one innovative cultural hub in the heart of downtown Evansville. Whether you’re in the mood for savory or sweet, lunch or dinner, our eclectic menu is designed to satiate taste buds big and small. Our selection ranges from authentic traditional and non-traditional Ramen to delicious rice bowls. Why the unique combination, you ask? We say, why not.

INSPIRED BY GLOBAL FLAVORS. INFLUENCED BY EUROPEAN PASTRIES.

Take your tastebuds on an adventure around the world with a bowl of our enriched and complex savory Ramen. All our ingredients and sauces for our Ramen are made in-house with the exception of woodle. All desserts, like authentic Japanese Honey Toast, will be made in-house at our French Patisserie, which is located on-site. Our passion for world cuisine is in every dish and every ingredient we create. Change your conceptions, shift your expectations, and expand your traditions. Yeah, we’re hungry now too. Come together at 2nd Language.