Birdman Ramen is the perfect place to get high quality and delicious ramen if you're in the neighborhood! Upon entry, you will see that the restaurant is brightly lit with lanterns and neon signs that make you feel like you stepped into Japan itself. Very nicely themed decor The staff were super friendly and service was quick! Food was also delicious with the broth from each of our ramens very rich and flavorful. The quality of ingredients, portion size and overall flavor exceeded my expectations and I was quite surprised. read more

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Birdman is one of those restaurants that transports you. The decor is really fun, colorful, and warm. It's the kind of place that you walk into and feel welcome. The staff are super friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu. They took the time to walk me through their offerings and menu favorites. I ordered the shrimp crab wontons and the Tori paitan silver. The shrimp crab wontons were AMAZING! If you are a seafood lover this should be your go to item. The Tori paitan was also very good. You can taste a Chinese influence that I really enjoyed. The noodles were thick with a chewy bite that was super satisfying. If you're a ramen lover or just enjoy good food, make sure to add this spot to your list. read more

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Nothing hits the spot like a bowl of ramen on a cold day, and Birdman definitely delivered! The inside is super cute- from cherry blossom adornments to cameos of famous Pokemon and anime characters, this place brings all the cozy and fun vibes. It was pleasantly quiet with a good amount of space between tables, making it a good spot for a casual date or just to slurp some noodles solo. The staff was also friendly and attentive. I was feeling some extra veggies this time and ordered the vegan shoyu yasai ramen. The dashi broth was surprisingly flavorful yet light. They did not skimp on the veggies and I really liked the addition of steamed dumplings. The marinaded egg was soft-boiled to perfection and my favorite part of the dish. I do wish there were a few more ramen options on the menu, but overall there's something to please everyone. A solid experience all around- I recommend giving Birdman a try if you're in the neighborhood! read more

Birdman Ramen - Shoyu Yasai - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

After a long morning and late afternoon on my trip, I honestly just wanted to grab some White Castle, smoke, and chill. But I was asked to join our cousin for ramen instead -- and I'm so glad I made that play. Birdman Ramen was well worth it. I ordered the Dan Dan Noodles (soupless). It's noodles in a savory, spicy sesame sauce with ground turkey and chicken, cubed chicken, bamboo, scallions, red ginger, and crispy shallots. I'd rate it about 8/10 on spice and 8/10 on deliciousness. The cucumber slices gave a nice relief from the heat -- I just wish there were a few more. For me, the only thing missing was a little hoisin sauce. The sweetness of hoisin would've blended perfectly with the heat. Even having the option to add soy sauce or sweet chili sauce (readily available on the table) would've taken it up another notch. The vibe was hella dope. The Japanese cherry blossoms (even though they're artificial) were beautifully curated. You can tell there was a lot of thought and passion put into the design of the space. The server was super attentive. He checked on us often, answered all our questions with a smile, and moved quickly while still managing several other tables. My wife ordered the Chicken Yakisoba and will leave her review on her account. Our cousin ordered the Dragon Ball Pizza. read more

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This particular Birdman Ramen outlet is located on West Belmont Ave, and it's hard to miss. It has beautiful aesthetic décor with a decent amount of seating space. I loved the ambiance, especially the manga-style menu they provide. Since I went in on a very cold day, I ordered their Szechuan Tori Paitan (Gold) and a chicken karaage bun. Because I have a high heat tolerance, the spice level in the ramen felt just right. The broth was creamy and delicious. I loved the ramen, but I would have preferred a little more topping and fewer noodles to make it a bit healthier. The crispiness of the chicken karaage paired perfectly with the soft, warm bun, and the peanut sauce on top was lovely. Our server was very kind and attentive. Overall, it was a great experience. read more

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After having tried 4 other ramen places in the area, I have to bump this down to a 1 star. It really is that bad.

I went here with a friend after seeing this new ramen spot driving by where furious spoon used to be. The food was good! We got the dumplings to start which were super yummy. I got the spicy ramen gold. I would say the ramen was really good but the upgrade for the duck wasn't worth it -- the duck was a little cold. Our server was friendly and recommended some dishes. This is probably one of the best ramen options in our neighborhood! read more

Birdman Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Sorry to say, this was the worst ramen I've ever had. The broth was bitter, with very little salty flavor. The noodles were way undercooked. The tiny pieces of roast pork were tough. Literally nothing good about it. Service was fast and friendly, which is the best thing I can say about this place. read more

Birdman Ramen - Tonkotsu - Pork Chashu - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

For sometime, we wanted to try this place. Birdman Ramen seems like a fun place to have some Japanese inspired food. The decor looks amazing. I really like the paper lanterns. The decor reminds me of a movie called Ramen Girl. As a matter of fact, the whole setup looks like a movie set. With the faux cherry blossoms hanging from the ceiling, it gives a very inviting feeling. The food tasted pretty good. I ordered the vegetarian yakisoba. It came with mushrooms, cabbage, mung beans, and carrots mixed with yakisoba noodles. We did not have to wait long for our food. Hats off to our server Adam, as he did a fantastic job in making sure our orders turned out right. Come to Birdman Ramen. Bring friends, family or even host a party here. read more

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Such an improvement for the corner. This was previously furious spoon and it probably has been empty about a year. Birdman put up a nice eye catching mural and the decor inside is great. Lots of pop art, cherry blossom decor, cool seating and dividers, and a wall of Daruma. They have a pretty good menu with a nice selection. I'd honestly like to some katsu, curry, & rice though. Instead I went with a noodle dish just a hearty, Dan Dan noodles. Egg noodles in a spicy sesame based sauce. It's a bit heavy but delicious and savory. I only finished half and had the other half for lunch. My wife had the Vegetable Yaki soba and we split an order of agedashi tofu. Nice portion. Service was very good and attentive. No alcohol so far. I had a pretty good experience. It's a fun spot with great service and vibrant decor. Definitely a great date spot I'd say cause it's pretty but they can accommodate groups too. Definitely recommend to try. I'm looking forward to trying the rest of their menu. read more

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Leo was a great waiter. V knowledgeable and helpful. We enjoyed it very much. Ramen was super yummy!!

The ramen was soo good!! Enriko was great and gave us really good recommendations! Definitely hit the spot and has a variety of fun drinks and desserts that we tried too read more

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Great food, great ambiance, and service was welcoming! I've slept on this spot there used to be another ramen spot at this very location so never gave it much thought to come in and expect something different. I had the szechuan ramen and went with the silver tier. It was delicious and just the right portion! Didn't leave with the bloated feeling I get from an ambitious ramen meal. The visuals and feel of the restaurant are cozy and inviting. It's a vibrant experience to bring in friends and soak in the paper lanterns, wood details, and down to menu. My only recommendation is narrowing down the menu's. I love that they have comic theme with it so why not have a comic issue that just includes everything. Found myself have a back and forth between the different menus. read more

Was very excited to try this place after driving by it several times and missing Furious Spoon. Loved the vibes and decor inside - this seems like a fun spot to hang with friends and the service was very quick and friendly. The menu has a good variety of options and reasonable prices, but unfortunately the food left a lot to be desired. My husband got the silver tier Szechuan Tori Paitan - the broth was very one dimensional and there was only ground meat and a few thin slices of turkey - nothing that looked like chashu and no chicken that we could find. The bamboo was the best part. I got the salmon don which was literally 5 thin slices of salmon sashimi on a bowl of rice with some seaweed, carrots and tamago. I hope this place is able to make their dishes more rich and flavorful for the future as I think it has potential but unfortunately today fell short. read more

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I would highly suggest the gold level for your ramen, you won't be disappointed! Thank you again Amiin, for being so attentive and the friendly service read more

Birdman Ramen - Gold level ramen - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is right down the block from us and we finally stopped by last night. Service was super quick and attentive, and it's cute enough inside. The food was a solid 4/5, don't hesitate to stop by if you're in the neighborhood, but not worthy of being a destination in and of itself. We started with the Shrimp Crab Wontons - came out hot and fresh and in a super flavorful sauce.. but the filling in the wontons was packed so tight that it didn't really have much flavor, and dipping only did so much as it wasn't absorbing much of the sauce. Would probably get again, but they weren't anything special. I got the Szechuan Tori Paitan with Chicken Karaaage. Broth had a nice level of spice, and I really enjoyed it but I'd probably try the garlic miso next time. The chicken and noodles in it were good, but unremarkable. Big picture, I don't think you'll be disappointed if you stop by, but I also didn't think the meal was anything special. read more

Birdman Ramen - Szechuan Tori Paitan - Chicken Karaage - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Ordered ramen that came with fried chicken and wasn't impressed. The broth was a little too rich for me. Still on the lookout for good ramen! read more

Such a much better option for a ramen spot than what was here before. Had the trio salad which was good but I would probably skip it next time. Ramen was good, I like that it was something different. The standard ramen with the silver option was definitely plenty but might need just a hint of spice for more flavor. Service was great, really attentive and willing to answer questions about menu options. read more

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Good Morning Night City, It Is March 2077. I Ate At This New Ramen Place. I Liked The Ramen. Some Would Say The Flavor Is Too Light But I Think It Was Best That Way. Chicken Tasted Chinese Not Japanese But It Was Good. The Soft Boiled Egg Was Sweet. Surprised Me But I Liked It. I Will Keep This Warm Food In My RAM. Thank You. Where Did You Get The Hoisin And Spicy Mayo Stuffies? I Love It. Thanks. read more

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Nice ambiance but underwhelming ramen for a price of $30. Small portion and lacks flavor. Not worth the money. read more

Birdman Ramen - Hokkaido garlic - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

very good food, Amiin was great server and was super helpful on the menu. He gave us some great recommendations and the cheesecake is delicious. read more

Tried a new ramen place in the neighborhood and I already can't wait to go back. Szechuan tori paitan ramen and shrimp crab wonton appetizer were both super yummy. Takeout was quick and priced right. read more

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Very good, waiters are nice too! Environment feels warm and welcoming, definitely coming back! Riko is very cool!

We got the black garlic silver ramen and the Szechuan silver ramen and they were both delicious! I would definitely order the black garlic one again for sure! The Szechuan one kinda tasted more like a Japanese inspired thanksgiving soup but still was tasty. The service was really attentive and quick. We came on a Thursday evening and got seated immediately. Definitely will be coming back! read more

If you have a gluten allergy don't eat here. The staff is nice and it's clean, but my meal was given with full gluten and I Sent it back. For $25 it tasted like hot water. HOWEVER, they have the best gf ramen noodles I have tried texture wise just the ramen had no flavor. read more

Love the decor inside. Quick and helpful service. The tofu bao and edamame were really good. Ramen was fine, I think the broth could've been more flavorful. read more

Birdman Ramen - Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Wonderful flavor and reasonably priced. The Ramen Noodles were super yummy. All the appetizers were superb

We went to Birdman Ramen for dinner Wednesday evening. It was their grand opening and it was an amazing experience. The staff was beyond attentive, and the waiter was extremely knowledgeable and conscientious as one of our party had a food allergy. We started with the Garlic Bok Choy. It had the perfect amount of garlic that added a wonderful crunch and the bok choy was cooked to just the right texture that it almost melted in our mouth. I ordered for my main course the Raman with the Szechuan Tori Paitan at the Gold Level and absolutely loved it. The broth was loaded with complexity and well balanced. The noodles were perfectly cooked and the quantity of duck, turkey, and accompaniment were outstanding. We also had the Crab and Shrimp Wantons and a gluten free bowl with sushi salmon which were both delicious. We were so enjoying the food we forgot to take more photos. We can't wait to come back and try some of the other dishes!! read more

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Delicious food - loved the chicken skin dumplings! Decor is so cute too! Not a big reviewer, but this place deserves 5 stars.

I don't usually leave reviews, but I'm not gonna lie this was pretty bad. The broth was gelatinous and I didn't realize the whole "bird" theme meant it's only poultry in the bowl. Idk if my bowl was just bad but it seriously pissed me off. I'm not a good snob but holy shit it was gross. read more

Great food. Kawa, kimchi, chicken gyoza, dandan noodles and ramen. Everything delish! will go back again soon! Staff was really nice. Place has a great vibe too. read more

Amazing food, kind and friendly staff. Great place for Ramen during the cold weather! Will be back!

Great experience, awesome waiter! The food was yummy and the drinks were so refreshing. read more

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Birdman ramen unfortunately has a wall full of AI generated images of people enjoying ramen, very lazy on the part of whoever put it there. I'm sure you could find plenty of fair-use images to put up there if they weren't willing to hire an artist. It ruins the vibe of an otherwise great spot. Birdman ramen has a great atmosphere and polite workers. The spicy ramen has a great balance of flavors but the real treat is the deep-fried gyoza with spicy mayo. read more

Crispy chicken, rich broth, perfect noodles -- this karaage ramen hits the spot! It was delicious!!

Above and beyond. I ordered two Szechuan Tori Paitan - Chicken Karaage. Something got messed up with order and I only received 1. Before I could open up the package I got a call from Daniel. He offered to personally deliver the missing ramen and even threw in a dessert. Top tier service! Ramen was great - definitely gives the fried chicken Kimchi from Ramen San a run for its money! read more

I waited for five minutes by the front door, but nobody showed up. One waiter was on her cellphone, and two guys in the kitchen were talking. They saw me, but nobody cared, so I left. read more