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Actually the best ramen I've had in the city!! Such good service and I'm so glad we were able to get in! I've heard it was so hard to get a res but we only waited 20 mins, so happy. It's tiny in there so I can see how this would be hard to get, downstairs of green street smoked meats in the cut. Highly recommend!
Such great food! We went right when it was raining and got in with less than a 30 min wait. It's SPICY! I love spice and didn't even go up the whole spice level.
This place was such a vibe and def deserves all the hype! For my roommates birthday is 3 girls went here for a bday dinner. Luckily, we got there on Wednesday at about 6pm. It was a rainy day so guessing that's why we got sat immediately. The tonkotsu was truly amazing and I couldn't stop myself to even talk while eating it. I'm not a ramen master by any means but know that this was great ramen. The broth was so flavorful and the noodles were perfect texture and taste. I will for sure be going back here soon. + crispest Diet Coke presentation. One thing to note if you go - keep your group small since there are only ~15 seats in the restaurant. They are on doordash too!
After all the hype, the taste was overall a bit lackluster. There are only 4 bowls to choose from, so you'd imagine all 4 would be spectacular. The waitress explain the bowls in detail and I picked The Shoyu ramen, with half spice. But ended up needed a few extra spoonfuls of chili oil to give it some kick. There was more of a "briny" taste rather than deep, rich flavor. The noodles tasted more like packaged ramen. The pork was indeed very tender, and cut like butter and added some slight smoky richness and fattiness to the dish. The one redeeming quality was The ambience; calm and inviting, and a great place to go with a few friends, or just by yourself. But expect a long wait time, as there aren't many seats available.
Took me way too long to try High Five. On a cold and snowy Saturday, I decided it was time to finally get a bowl of what many call the best ramen in town. It lived up to the hype. After waiting about 20 minutes for a seat, I bellied up to the bar and ordered the Tonkotsu. Love at first sip. The rich broth warmed my soul. The egg was perfectly runny. The pork belly had a deep smoky flavor and melted in your mouth. Perfect ratio of noodles to broth. Hands down one of the best bowls of ramen I've ever had. It's a cozy space. No frills. Small menu. It's only about 20 seats so you may have to wait. But it's worth the wait.
High Five Ramen is an experience more than just a meal. Tucked away in Fulton Market, it gives off serious speakeasy vibes the moment you step inside--dark, intimate, moody, and somehow transporting you straight to a tiny ramen bar in Japan. The space is very limited, so expect long wait times, but honestly? Totally worth it. Get there early if you can! Once seated, service moves fairly quickly. The menu is small, but the customization options are great--you can tailor your toppings and spice levels exactly how you like. I got the signature tonkatsu ramen with 1/4 spice and... wow. Legit one of the best bowls of ramen I've ever had in my entire life! The broth was rich, earthy, and deeply flavorful. The noodles had that perfect chewy consistency. Every topping hit perfectly, and the pork was absolutely delectable--tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth good. The ratio of noodles to broth to toppings was just chef's kiss. I'm not kidding when I say I might actually dream about this bowl until I'm back! 10/10. A must-visit for anyone who loves ramen or just wants to feel like they've slipped into a hidden corner of Tokyo for an hour!
There's a few spots in the west loop for ramen, but high five is the 1 you should actually be checking out. GET THERE EARLY! This ramen joint is located in the basement of green street smoked meats. It's limited seating, like 10 people at max and people wait hours to have it. Even on a random Tuesday with it being 90+ degrees it was still packed the entire time. Service is quick and prompt. I tried the signature tonkatsu with 1/4 spice. I like that they have very specific amounts for their heat. Apparently I'm weak bc at 1/4 it was pretty spicy for me. Now the broth? That's where it's at. There is so much love and flavor to it. Noodles were fine, good, just nothing 'danggggg Gina' for me.
Do I recommend this business?!!? HELL YEAH This is my all time favorite ramen spot. Honestly, it's a must to visit monthly. I am unapologetically, a fiend. The ramen is incredible. The spice, the broth, the flavor, the pork belly!! I always add bok Choy as it makes me feel like I've made a healthy choice lol Now it's important to note that this place has literally 15 seats and the wait can be 2+ hours. I tend to go alone in hopes of scoring something. I don't need anything holding me back from this bowl of euphoria!!! I also love getting the mixed slushie drink. Everything is perfect here. Very dimly lit and super intimate, this place is perfect to just vibe and get your slurp on.
We finally got a chance to try High Five Ramen and it was worth all the hype! We have been recommended to try this spot for the longest from our friends and even coworkers. We got: Tokyo Sazerac: 4/5 really good pretty strong though so be prepared! Cherry Blossom Slushy: 5/5 pretty good and alcoholic! The flavors also good. I wish the size was a tad bigger! Tonkotsu Ramen: 5/5 noodles were wonderful. The egg was perfectly runny and the pork is nice and tender. Broth was deep with wonderful flavors. I got mine 1/4 spice which was perfect for me. Shoyu Ramen: 5/5 my partner got it full spice! We were warned it would ruin the flavor of the broth and make it hard to really taste it. She was for sure correct as he said it was numbingly spicy! He did have fun eating it but will be getting it 1/2 spice from now on (as a big spice lover himself) Mochi: 5/5 we got matcha and strawberry and it was a wonderful dessert after mochi. One thing my partner did say was that instead of having it named full, 1/2, 1/4 spice it should be based on levels. Since he first interpreted it as "full experience" haha. The service was great! We got there and put our names down the wait was about 40-50 mins for 2 people so we got sat around 6pm on Thursday night. The bar is nice and cozy and it doesn't sit many people so if you want to try it make sure to come early! I will for sure be coming back when I crave a nice bowl of ramen!
Where shall I start? The time it takes to get one of the 16 seats they have is incredibly long. But...there's a reason for that. This place is so worth the wait. Man oh man! The smells inside this place are unreal. We ordered the mushroom ramen(veggie). Spice level: medium Smells are good, tastes are good and everything in between. The broth starts the journey. You get a dark, thick and flavorful taste with hints of mushroom and vegetables. The spice level hits and make sure you know what you can handle. The option for an egg is there and the toppings that come with it add a crunch and a touch that makes it balance out the warm broth. I really like the texture of the noodles and they hold as al dente so it is not too squishy. The ambiance is unmatched with only 14 seats and no actual lights, just candles. Overall, 10/10 experience. Unmatched!
Hidden inside an alley that hosts Green Street Smoked Meats and the ever popular Trivoli Tavern, it's easy to pass by this inconspicuous ramen spot. After being discouraged by the two hour wait time on my first couple visits, I was able to secure two seats at the bar. It is a very small venue with only a few tables and some seats along the bar. Our waiter was super knowledgeable on the menu and gave an in depth explanation of the different broths and spice levels. I ordered the High Five Signature Bowl, which was exactly as the staff described. The pork belly was extremely tender and the broth was packed with flavor. The only reason this wasn't a 5-star experience is that we were basically rushed to finish our meal. Also, the ramen was warm, but not hot. It seemed intentional so as to get patrons to finish as quickly as possible. I understand the need to service the endless line of patrons, but rushing people through their meal isn't great. We were asked three separate times if we're done when we clearly still had ramen in our bowls. Given the wait time, expedited service, and temperature lacking broth, I would opt for other surrounding ramen spots.
This is a regular stop for The Queen when it comes to Ramen. For me, she is the Queen of Ramen as she lives that dish almost every other day, either making it at home or eating out. So on one of The Queen's Saturday's visits down to High Five Ramen (H5R), I asked if I could go with her to try out the ramen. If you are wondering why I asked, me and The Queen love hanging out with each other as well as other folks, we also enjoy spending time with ourselves. So I wanted to make sure I would not be trespassing on her "me" time. She was so excited to have me join her as she loves introducing me to new Asian experiences. Knowing her, she is very respectful of Asian culture and the foods, and loves to share that experience with her mom. H5R is the basement of Green Street Smoke Meat (GSSM). They open at noon and do not do reservations, so The Queen said we should get down to GSSM at 11 am so we could have drinks at the bar and then make our way down the stairs to get a place in line for seating. H5R does have a small bar, but The Queen mentioned that we could order bubbles and take them down with us to eat. To get to the restaurant, you have to do through this entrance that is very non-descript. I honestly did not notice it as I was focus on the hustle and bustle of folks getting BBQ (that is info for a different review, coming to your Yelp page in 2026). But as the time got closer to 11:45 am, The Queen wrapped up our tab and proceeded to the entrance way. There were already folks in line going down the stairs that also had drinks in their hands from the GSSM bar. The physical space for H5R is very small...I want to say it can hold maybe 20 people. There is seating at the bar and them seating along the wall. Me and The Queen were lucky we got in line when we did as we were the last two admitted. Sitting along the wall, there are a LOT of stickers from different bands, businesses, slogans, etc. I was so surprised as I was looking them over to see one from Tamarkin Camera. Dan Tamarkin is a good friend of The Doctor's and fellow Lecia lover. I took a photo of the decal and sent it to Dan and his wife to let them know they are everywhere! Now to the establishment. The menu is small but mighty. There is a H5 signature bowl (Tonkotsu), Shio (chicken dashi broth), Shoyu (a blend of shoyu and chicken dashi broth) and Maitake (mushroom miso broth). For your bowl, you have the option of adding spice to your bowl: no spice, 1/4 spice, 1/2 spice and full spice. The level five spice is called Kanado Spice and it is described as being "face-numbing, tear-jerking, unbearable spice. Please do not order without careful consideration". And there is a charge of $2.99 for this experience. I know I have mentioned in other reviews that The Queen loves spicy/hot stuff, but she said the highest she has ever gone is full spice. She said she is "askeered to do level five". HAHAHAHAHA! That right there is enough to keep me in check. There are also extras you can get with your bowl such as noodles, seasoned egg, menma, bok choy, pork belly, Maitake mushrooms and marinated Shitake mushrooms. I got the H5 signature bowl as I am a big lover of Tonkotsu broth and this did not disappoint. I got extra pork belly and asked for 1/4 spice to be brave. Man the pork belly comes from upstairs from GSSM and Lawdy lawdy lawdy! That meat was tender and just melted in my mouth! It was sooo good! Now the 1/4 spice was another thang. It was weird as it was a little too spicy for me and had me sweating (which spicy food does), but it enhanced the flavor of the noodles. So I am torn as I am not a fan of spicy food or sweating in public, but I loved the taste. So I am going to have think about that next time. I was so glad I had gotten a glass of prosecco to go downstairs with me, as that helped to cut the heat of the spice from my tongue. Next time I will ask if I can get the spice on the side so I can just a touch. As I mentioned H5R has a small bar and they do offer a selection of highballs made with Japanese whiskeys, Oka Gin and Vodka, and a nice selection of Japanese whiskeys. There are also a few beer selections as well as sake and some cocktails/slushies. The day we were there, there were offering a Cherry blossom Frozen drink in a skull, which was so cute but nice and strong. Very good flavor, the cherry did not taste artificial. Meals move pretty quick, but I would not say you are rushed. Our server, Arshak, was absolutely adorable and so much fun to chat with with. He was constantly checking in on us, even though the place was at capacity. This was a good experience and I would definitely go back with or without The Queen, but she was saying that next time she wants to take The Doctor so he can try it. I will be there as well.
One of the best ramen spots in Chicago. The downstairs vibe is so fun and cozy. It felt like an authentic Japanese place
2 years ago
Stopped by for dinner & it's a small ramen shop with bar seating! Ambience : 10/10 Service : 10/10 our server was 'mads' I'm not sure if I got her correct name but she was GREAT!! Very knowledgeable and made this experience enjoyable! It was my first time visiting and she was kind and explained the menu & I did not feel rushed Food: 7/10 the ramen was tasty however , it was salty. The pork belly is not the traditional meat I usually get when I order a tonkotsu which was different yet favorable. It's a pretty thick slab of pork belly ! I ordered 1/2 spice which in my opinion was more of a medium spice , definitely will go for the full spice next time! read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
Finally tried this place and tragically missed the first seating by a minute! Ended up waiting 30 min which wasn't too bad. We ordered the tonkotsu ramen with suggested spice and the food came really fast. Ramen was delicious but because of the way the seats were set up, it was kind of hard to have conversations while eating. read more
Hidden gem. Only sits about 12-15 people. Opens at 4pm. The music is fast paced to help people eat quicker. Now the only protein that they serve is pork belly / I believe mushrooms as well. I had the pork based broth with the pork belly and my partner had the chicken based broth with pork belly. I can say I didn't read the menu. I enjoyed the chicken broth better than the pork broth. Now the pork belly itself was delicious. Both bowls were good. I'll return. read more
Hi-Five Ramen is THE late night ramen spot. It can get pretty busy at times but the wait is worth it. Just grab a drink first at Green Street Smoked Meats (you can bring it down with you too!). The service is fantastic and they're super welcoming. They know the menu really well and are more than happy to answer your questions. This place also has a really funky vibe. They play fun music to go with the overall decor. Also the Ramen is always a hit! Definitely check this place out on your next late night. read more
We swung by High five ramen after hearing great reviews from friends. It was a weekday and relatively early for dinner so we decided to take our chances. Upon arriving, the hostess told us that there would be a 45 min wait even though the place was half empty. A couple mins later, she suddenly said that there was a cancellation and that she could accommodate us. Umm, this place doesn't take reservations, how did they have a cancellation? Also, the place was relatively empty so why did she quote a 45 min wait? It was a bit weird, but eventually we got to sit at the bar. Our server was very sweet and friendly. We ordered the maiitake ramen with 1/4th spice and some dry spice on the side. It was honestly kinda mild and we should have gone with the 1/2 spice option. The ramen arrived relatively early. The broth to noodles ratio was more on the brothier side which most prefer. The broth was decent, was a bit on the watery side for me but the black garlic and sesame flavor did come through. There were tons of veggies in the ramen, which was good. The menu is very limited. They also don't have tofu as one of the toppings which was odd. The vibe was very intimate, made me feel like I was eating in a small hole in the wall place in NYC. We also tried the pistachio mochi, which was very yum. Special shoutout to the warm towel and the matcha candy they give at the end of the meal. That was definitely the highlight. Overall, I think the ramen was ok. I am still giving this place a 4 because I really enjoyed my overall experience and loved the intimate setting (although the hostess situation was a bit weird). read more
Though I have eaten at Green Street before, I had no idea there was a ramen shop underneath the establishment. There is minimal seating, so get there right at opening for a shorter wait. The ambiance is cool and rustic for the ramen shop, similar to what's upstairs with a bit of mood lighting. Tonkotsu Half Spice Ramen 5 of 5 The menu is minimal, so there isn't much to decide on. The real option lies with the spice level. I would say half spice is the highest anyone should go if they want to enjoy the ramen broth and overall flavors. The meat does come from upstairs, I believe, which gives the ramen and chasu an excellent smoky flavor. Everything in the ramen adds to the overall dish in a pleasant way, and I would recommend giving this place a try. However, if you're looking for authentic ramen, I'd say this is not that. read more
9 months ago
Half spice will mess you up. This half spice tonkotsu ramen was so good. The ambiance and environment of the restaurant is so cool, truly makes you feel like you're in a small mart in Japan. The mochi is soso good as well. Service was quick and attentive. read more
4 months ago
sad to say this place is overhyped. i ordered the maitake medium spicy as it is the vegetarian option on the menu. i like a richer and creamier both, so i was a little disappointed that the broth was more watery. i also don't think the broth had much flavor to it, just a lot of chili oil! the egg and noodles were both perfect, however, so i think other broth options might still have potential to be great. overall, would not come again given the wait read more
1 year ago
Ambiance and food together def a must go to if ramen is your thing. Fast service and drinks came in a super cool cup and deliciously strong. Best Ramenp I've ever had read more
I came here on a recommendation. I would suggest for a small party to go ahead and get your name down with the hostess, bar hop around and come immediately once you receive a text. It took about 1.5 hours for us to have a table, we were quoted for a 3-4 hour wait. Once you receive the text, you get only 10 minutes to arrive and check in. The menu is quite simple, as our server explained. She also mentioned that for such a small and high demanding restaurant (16 seats) there's a mandatory one-bowl per customer rule. So if you were bar hopping like me, plan to eat lightly. We were seated at the back bar, I like how they have water pitchers, silverware and napkins set every few seats. Our ramen came with 20 minutes. I got a shoyu ramen, 1/4 spice. I liked the broth it was rich, had a deep soy flavor. I liked the soy egg and the noodles were tender. Charsui pork isn't my favorite protein. I usually like to have it substituted with chicken but they didn't have that option here. All in all, it's alright. I was too full to truly enjoy it. When our bill arrived, they gave us a hot towels and some tasty hokkaido milk candy, it was a nice touch. read more
8 months ago
An almost hidden ramen bar that my friend brought me to during my short visit to Chicago. The vibe is really cool and with the friendly bartenders and staff it feels more like a bar with dimmed light, but everyone is enjoying ramen (and some with beers or drinks surely). I got the negroni slushy to start and it was a really nice more refreshing twist to negroni that goes well with cleansing your palate between slurps of the flavorful ramen. The ramen has a really rich broth and you can also choose how spicy you want it to be. Probably not on the cheap side but definitely worth a visit! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
This spot is straight-up elite. High Five Ramen is tucked away in the basement of a BBQ joint and coffee shop, and it feels like a hidden gem you actually want to gatekeep. The whole setup screams underground Tokyo ramen bar--dim lighting, brick walls, and a tight 15-seat capacity that makes it feel exclusive. The wait? Easily 30 minutes if you're lucky, but more like hours if you roll up at the wrong time. And honestly? Worth every second. The menu keeps it simple: a few ramen options, some sake, beer, and rotating mochi for dessert. Went for the signature Tonkotsu bowl and tested both no spice and 1/2 spice. No spice was rich, flavorful, and that pork belly? Unreal. Best I've had--melts in your mouth. The 1/2 spice version came with a literal mountain of seasoning that looked insane but hit just right--intense, but actually packed with flavor instead of just setting your mouth on fire. Had a Japanese Old Fashioned on the side that complemented everything perfectly. Between the intimate, grungy basement vibes, killer ramen, and top-tier bartenders, this place is the real deal. You're either in the know, or you're missing out. Already thinking about when I can put my name on that waitlist again. read more
1 year ago
This was my first time ever experiencing ramen, and boy did it set the bar high. This place is incredible - they do not take reservations so you must get there before opening to wait in line. There is bar seating, and a few 2 person tables. This place is low-lit and intimate. The ramen is 5/5 stars: fully flavorful. A delightful experience, would recommend. read more
2 years ago
Small menu ramen spot in a basement This speakeasy vibe is a nice place for a date or a couple friends. There can be a long wait but we were lucky and they had two seats available right away. The ramen was tasty with a nice mix of broth, noddles and toppings. The egg is cooked perfect with a soft center. read more
7 months ago
2 years ago
Ambiance: Extremely cozy and intimate w/seating for probably less than 15ppl. Be prepared to wait.. which is made easy with Smoked Meats and Sawada Coffee in the same building Service: Our waiter was fantastic and very knowledgeable! He was sure to check on us throughout our dinner. 5/5 Drinks: A little on the sweet side but still pretty good! My real issue was with the size. The skull cups are a slight step up from a shot glass. 3.5/5 Food: The ramen was amazing. As a pescatarian, I choose the Maitake bowl with 1/2 spice! I'm not crazy about mushrooms but this was still so enjoyable! Loved the spice and saltiness of the broth! 10/10 read more
Came here for a solo dinner on a Thursday night! I do have to say this is ideal solo dinner vibes. There are only about 12 seats and I was told there would be a 2-2.5 hour wait (I showed up at 6pm). The hostess was very kind and said she would keep me updated if space opened up and I was seated in about 50 minutes! The service was great overall. The menu is small and I ordered the signature tonkotsu ramen at 1/2 spice. It started out not too bad but ended up getting reallllyyyy spicy as I ate! The person next to me ordered the same at 1/4 spice and wished it was spicier so I think I would go somewhere in the middle next time. The pork was extremely tender and flavorful which was great. Compared to other ramen places it wasn't my favorite though; I wished there were more toppings! At a certain point it felt like just noodles and broth and I wished there were some more textures. The portions are large though and I took about 1/2 home. I'd give the ramen itself 3/5 stars. The ambiance is easily 5/5 but the inaccessibility of getting in led me to 4/5 stars. Definitely worth checking out if you plan accordingly for the wait! Super cozy unique spot, just don't plan on coming with more plan one or two other people. read more
8 months ago
8 months ago
Super cool unique underground ambience! The ramen was also really good, there is only one vegetarian option that is mushroom based but it was delicious. The wait is long! read more
This place is super cool, and despite what other reviews say-- this is probably the best ramen in the city, but if you're looking for street ramen, this isn't the place to go. High Five clearly uses very high quality ingredients, the pork belly melts in your mouth, the broth has so much flavor and is definitely made daily because it always tastes a little different. Definitely a 5/5 gourmet ramen shop. If you don't want to wait, I definitely recommend showing up right at 4pm. Another review mentioned their small drinks. It's true, that it's a smaller slushee type drink but the cup holds more than you'd expect, it's a really decent serving and it's incredibly strong. The staff is always very friendly, polite, and prompt. Long story short, this ramen is coveted, and absolutely worth the struggle of getting in. read more
8 months ago
Amazing food! Niche and eclectic with amazing flavors. Very small so get there a little before it opens to line up. read more
Great ramen spot. Limited seating and no reservations. The Maitake ramen is vegetarian and was delicious. Portion size was huge. The music was loud; so it's a bit hard to hear one another. Perfect spot to grab a bite solo or with another person- wouldn't recommend for a large group (4+) read more
Overhyped. I went here 35 minutes before opening on Saturday and was able to get first seating, but we were 9th and 10th in line, getting the last 2 seats at the counter. The line is very obscure because some people before us want to sit at the Sawada Coffee seating inside Green Street Smoked Meats, so it was more an honor system at that point, until 3:45pm. From an outsider who would've joined the line, it would've looked like people are cutting. I definitely will not wait 1+ hour for this ramen. We got the High Five signature bowl with 1/4 kanabo spice. 1/4 spice is sufficient for a nice spice kick, while still being able to enjoy the richness of the broth. The ramen noodles were fairly okay, and the broth is very very salty. The egg is also too salty. The pork belly is probably the only good thing in the ramen - melt in your mouth with not too much fat. At $19.95++ this is just overpriced ramen at that point. Nothing, probably just the pork belly, makes this bowl of ramen premium. Fortunately, the portions are fairly large so one bowl can easily feed two people. If convenient, it is not a bad place to check out since it is fairly exclusive and hidden, especially if you decide do dine at Green Street Smoked Meats anyways. read more
1 year ago
The BEST ramen ever, seriously. The vibes are kind of a mix between a Japanese restaurant (meaning a small tight space) and a dive bar (grungy but in a good way.) The service was great and price was also just right for the most phenomenal bowl of Tonkatsu PERIOD. Rich, flavorful broth, melt in your mouth chashu, fresh crisp bean sprouts, perfectly cooked almost al dente noodles, and the perrrrfectly cooked egg!! If I could choose only 1 thing to eat everyday for the rest of my life, it would be this. read more
High Five is definitely my favorite Ramen spot in Chicago! I usually order the Maitake Ramen without seasoned egg with half spice level. The taste is SO good, not even hyping up! The broth is made of mushroom, and it's delicious! My boyfriend got the Shio ramen without pork belly and he liked his Ramen as well. The only meat they have is pork belly, no chicken/ beef. I also ordered a snow maiden Sake along with my Ramen and the combination was perfect! Be careful of what spice level you choose, they definitely aren't joking when they say that their spice levels are feisty! This Ramen spot has very limited seats (not more than 10-12) They do not take reservations and usually wait time is a lot (at least over an hour over the weekends) My boyfriend and I usually write down our names and explore West Loop area in the meantime. The ambiance is a bit rusty and gives a typical speakeasy vibe. Our server during most of my visits was Shayan and she is pretty cool. I love her sassy and witty comments! I recommend this Ramen spot 11/10. It's simply the best! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
Really great flavorful ramen. It was a bit too salty for me at some point. When they say spicy though, they really mean it. It was an intimate space with a dark and cool ambiance. Great service and staff. read more
Came here at the recommendation of several trusted friends and was not disappointed! First off, get here early - I came and put my name on the list and luckily got a spot in 30 minutes, but I've heard some horror stories where it can take an inordinate amount of time. It's a small place, very much in the style of a Golden-Gai bar, so I back it. The host was friendly and funny, and as I asked for his recommendations, he begged me not to get the full-spice option. He said its not worth it. It even says it on a sign. Might be some twisted way to get stubborn and steel-stomached people to order it anyways, but I thought the better of it and ordered the half-spice shio. It was plenty spicy (even for me, who some affectionately call "Spicy Mike"), even to the point where next time, I think I'll try the quarter-spice option. Sometime the spice can get in the way of the flavor and I think that's what's happening here. Altogether a tasty bowl, not really traditional, but clearly a fun twist on it. The noodles were al dente, the seasoned egg was nicely done and the toppings were generous. As a word of caution - the big man sitting next to me ordered the full-spice and was choking up a bit and wiping what must have been tears (of joy?) from his eyes. He got a call mid-way through and was having a hard time communicating the situation. Poor friend might've called for help. They got a few sake, highball, and beer options to whet your whistle, and plenty of water to satiate your tortured tongue. All in all, a fun place to have a nice Tokyo "inspired" night on the town. read more
1 year ago
Super cool atmosphere. Not a lot of searing so be warned. Some of, if not the best ramen I've had. Drinks were also good and fast and friendly service. read more
2 years ago
I am so happy i finally got to try it, it's been on my list for a while! I waited 45 min for a Thursday evening. I was sadly a bit underwhelmed. I got the tonkotsu with no spice (you can choose your spice level) but it was very salty especially my egg :(. The pork belly was good though & the ambiance was nice, it's very intimate, and it holds 16 seats at a time. read more
1 year ago
the ramen was delicious, 1/2 spicy wasn't as spicy as what we were told but incredible flavor. The staff was so attentive and nice. There were two, one waitress with glasses and another waiter with dark hair who was incredible. was able to be sat within 15 minutes on a saturday night. 10/10 spot! read more
This place is located downstairs in Green Street Meats. You can grab a drink in Green Street while you wait to be seated. The restaurant is very small. There are only about 16 stools. If you do not like to sit at bar stools/a counter this is not the place for you. That is the only seating available. The tonkatsu ramen was good. I got the 1/4th spice and didn't find it to be very spicy, but it had good flavors. read more
1 year ago
The best ramen I've ever had, absolutely worth the wait time - take the spice warning seriously read more
2 years ago
OMG...this place was mouthwatering delicious... Ordered the tonkotsu ramen...which also is mixed in with miso. Did 1/4 spicy and I like spicy...could have added a tad more. It was BOMB. Original. Unique flavors. The pork belly literally melted in your mouth. We waited an hour or so...worth it . We got drink and 1 sushi roll across the street at Dokku. read more
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112 N Green St
Chicago, IL 60607
West Loop, Near West Side
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Do they offer protein options besides pork?
Yes! They have chicken based bowl, but not tofu!
Are any of the ramen vegan or just vegetarian?
There is NOT a vegan option. There IS a vegetarian option though! It's a mushroom miso broth.
Do they use MSG in their Ramen?
I really don't mean to antagonize with this answer, just to help inform! MSG is a naturally occurring salt that's naturally present in tomatoes, grapes, cheese, mushrooms, and lots of other foods. There are a lot of studies proving that there's no…
Can someone with a nut allergy eat here?
They use refined peanut oil in half of the ramen dishes!
Gluten free noodles?
Not positive but I don't believe they offer gluten free noodles. The Ramen is very good though...
Is there gluten free options and if so, what are they?
pretty sure there are no gluten-free options. menu here: http://highfiveramen.com/wp-content/uploads/RAMEN_menu_10.17.pdf
Would it be safe to bring someone here with a serious dairy allergy?
I think so. My son is allergic to eggs and some treenuts and the staff was very involved in ensuring we knew exactly what was in each dish.
Can I bring someone who is not 21 to eat at High Five?
Yes. I took my 5 and 4 year old. One thing to keep in mind, all of the seating is barstool style.
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