Went to Fulton Market after a long time and noticed that Ramen Wasabi had opened so glad we stopped by. This is easily one of my top two ramen spots in Chicago. The pork broth spicy miso ramen is an absolute must try. The broth is rich deeply flavorful and perfectly balanced with heat. It is hands down one of the best I have had in the city. And the chicken karaage unreal. Crispy on the outside juicy on the inside and honestly the best karaage I have ever had. Portion sizes are very generous. We could not even finish everything but we left completely satisfied. Great food great experience and I will definitely be coming back. read more

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Excited to try this new location after having been to the Logan Square spot a few years ago. The food was very flavorful and I like the space that the restaurant is in. Beers were good, broths were great, not too bad of price. Excellent pork belly! read more

Ramen Wasabi - Hakata red ramen - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I have been to the FM location twice and got seated fairly quickly (pre Fall weather though) on both occasions. I am glad to have this location by me given the drive and long wait times at the original location. I go have gotten the tonkatsu (sub with chicken) on both visits and it's hit the crave spot. Their broth is still one of the better ones in my opinion. read more

Ramen Wasabi - Tankatsu with Chicken - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Did not have high expectations when I chose this ramen shop out of all the other ones on Yelp. My partner and I stopped by and were seated right away. We both ordered the tonkotsu ramen and wow, the flavor was excellent. It also came with all the toppings I would usually pay extra for (wood ear mushroom and bamboo shoot) at no extra charge. I skipped the pork in the ramen; it's much more lean than what I'm usually used to. read more

Ramen Wasabi - Tonkotsu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Forever my favorite ramen spot in the city! So happy there is one in Fulton! This was made super quick! I got the pork belly bao buns and the spicy garlic miso ramen. The bao buns were perfection. Everything went together really well and the bun was soft and perfect. The ramen is great! I added fish cake and highly recommend! Full or flavor, and it's not too salty! I love this spot so much! read more

Ramen Wasabi - Pork belly bao buns Miso Bold and Spicy Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food: definitely a tier above the average ramen spots in Chicago, flavors were all really good and stood out for me Service: nice staff that accommodated a larger party with no reservation Ambiance: nice area, interior is a bit tiny so definitely recommend making reservations for larger parties read more

Ramen Wasabi - Chicken Karaage Nuggets - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Food: Delicious vegetarian ramen with seitan for extra protein! I added the egg to mine as well and it was very filling. The noodles were nice and thin and perfectly done. The broth was served very hot and was delicious! Be sure to get some chili oil on the side for extra spice and add on the garlic chips! Also tried the tofu bao buns which were sooo good! The tofu is cut up into small pieces and is the perfect balance between sweet and spicy. The lychee martini was ok- more on the sour side. Ambience: This location is fairly small and does not do reservations so it can be hard to find a spot during prime but we were lucky to grab a spot at the bar. Service: Was not happy with the service. Our waitress was inattentive and seemed to have an attitude. read more

Ramen Wasabi - Vegan Tan Tan Men - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Yay for moving to Fulton Market! One of my favorite areas to hang! I had seen that Ramen Wasabi is now in Fulton Market and told my friend and we had to go! We were greeted right away and got seated. It's cute inside. Our waitress was super friendly and very accommodating. My friend and I were so hungry. We ordered a couple of appetizers - the carpaccio and the pork belly and kimchi spring rolls. We loved both of them! It was delicious! I got my usual the spicy roasted garlic miso ramen. It was exactly how I remembered it. A HUGE plus for me was also the fact that my bowl of ramen came out pipping hot! Like as in you can see the steam from the broth still. I love that because it felt comforting with warm hot broth on a cold night. It was what we both needed for our souls that night. I can't wait to come back again. read more

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For the longest time, I was so confused about this location because it was Palilgu prior just a few months ago.. I've heard about Ramen Wasabi but it never made my list being it was in Logan Square. Most ramen places don't have reservations and the wait is always so long so I was always on their site waiting or reservations to open. I actually don't think their reservations actually exist. Every day I walk past, it doesn't seem incredibly crowded but it is a smaller space. We didn't know what to eat for dinner so we decided to stop by on a Friday night at 7pm. For a table of two, there wasn't a wait and we got to choose if we wanted to sit at the bar or a table. There aren't many tables and if you have a party of more than 2, it will definitely be a longer wait. We shared the nogoya wings which to me the sauce was a little too sweet for my preference but the wings were very moist and juicy. I just wish it wasn't submerged in the sauce because it took away from the crispiness of the chicken. For my ramen, I had the spicy garlic and had a few bites of the Sapporo ramen! I couldn't really tell the difference between normal ramen broth and Sapporo but it sure was very umami! I enjoyed my ramen a lot with the fried garlic chips and the thin noodles. The broth was very rich and comforting. As for the chashu, it was thick cut with a good bit of fat. After trying a handful of ramen places in Chicago, we've come to the realization that Chicago does ramen with thick cut pork while in California, it's thin cut! I wonder why that is.. if anyone knows, please do share!! The meat was really tender and flavored well but a bit too thick cut for me. Egg was cooked too perfection but I wish it had more flavor. The only thing I didn't like about the bowl was the bamboo shoots. I love love love bamboo shoots but these had a weird sweet aftertaste that I wasn't a big fan of. Glad Fulton is opening more casual dining options and definitely can't go wrong with another ramen joint! read more

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This just opened up in Fulton market again and I was so sorry excited to learn that my favorite bao buns taste exactly how they used to! So flavorful and saucy! I was also impressed with the vegan ramen with the broth and the addition of seitan! Def add the garlic chips for a kick of flavor. read more

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Definitely recommend the Sizzling Pork Belly and garlic rice. Was so flavorful but just a tiny bit salty, but overall so delicious. The ambiance in this place is so cozy and very chill. The only thing I would say about the place is - the music they played a was kind of loud, was a bit hard to talk to my friends across the table. And the service was top notch, Joe was so attentive, warm and kind. Will definitely come back! read more

Ramen Wasabi - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Best ramen in Chicago, according to my boyfriend! I was hoping to try the Miso Bold and Spicy, but since it was out, I went with the Spicy Roasted Garlic Miso, while my boyfriend had the Vegan Tan Tan Men. Both were completely different in flavor, and we enjoyed them both. The Spicy Roasted Garlic Miso had a rich, deep broth, though the pork flavor was a bit strong for me. The Vegan Tan Tan Men was lighter but also very flavorful. We also ordered extra bamboo shoots and fried bean sprouts. Definitely a spot we'll be returning to. read more

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I am a sucker for ramen and noodles of any kind, tbh! After hearing so much about Ramen Takeya from so many of my friends, I KNEW I had to check it out for myself! To start off, the aesthetics of this restaurant are so incredible that you actually feel like you're sitting at a ramen place in Japan! The decor and lighting and LED signs are just beautiful! We didn't have any reservations and were seated right away on a Friday evening which was amazing! The menu offers quite a few ramen options as well as appetizers and small bites. We ordered the fried chicken Bao buns, which were truly SO DELICIOUS! They had a sauce with some lettuce and greens under the fried chicken. The meat was so crispy and tender and the Bao buns were so soft and literally melted in my mouth!!! I would go back just to have these Bao buns again!! Now onto the star of the show.. their ramen. We ordered 3 bowls of the miso bold and spicy ramen and 1 bowl of the spicy chicken paitan. Both were absolutely delicious!!! The miso ramen has an incredible kick, the broth was so delicious, and there was just the perfect amount of noodles inside. I do wish they had more toppings than just onions but nonetheless, it was such a flavorful broth! The spicy chicken paitan had a creamy, spicy broth with mushrooms and onions! Again, absolutely delicious! This is definitely in my top 2 ramen in the city! Amazing vibes and even more amazing food! Will definitely be going back for more!! read more

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Yummy ramen! The wait was long but it was very good. The person I came with had the pork ramen and said it was way better than the chicken (the chicken ramen was okay) but good vibes read more

I'm a stickler for ramen, but my goodness did this exceed my expectations. No re-inventing the wheel. Just well executed, rich ramen. The service was friendly and attentive as well, and the atmosphere was intimate and cozy. This is on my return list. read more

The Spicy tonkatsu ramen was solid. I have had High Five Ramen and this, and I thought this was just as good. The service was great as well!

I have been here twice now and have had a great experience both times! I am a creature of habit and ordered the same thing twice-- tonkatsu ramen and ikura rice bowl. They are both fantastic. The broth had a great depth of flavor with a generous portion of meat (husband approved of this!). The ikura bowl is something I've always enjoyed eating growing up and I was so glad to see it on the menu. The restaurant is on the smaller side, like most of the places in the area. We did not have trouble getting a table for 2 on the weekend without a reservation, but I'd imaging you'd need one for a bigger party. Everyone working here is so kind and the service is lightning fast! The drinks look good and I can't wait to try them when I'm no longer pregnant.. read more

A hip and trendy ramen spot in West Loop's Fulton Market that doesn't take reservations, so maybe expect a wait if you go at popular dinner times. Luckily, my friends and I got the last available table at 6 on a Friday, so we were seated immediately. The space is small and cozy, and the vibes were casual. The service is friendly and pretty quick. They have a mix of ramen, rice bowls, steamed bao buns, and small plates, but I opted for just ramen and got the Tokyo Classic Shoyu. It was quite delicious and satisfying, though the broth was too salty-- the saltiness in the broth unfortunately overpowered its other fragrant and hearty flavors. The noodles were well-cooked though and had a nice texture. The bamboo was soft and chewy, the egg delicious. The pork belly char siu was extremely tender, fatty, and flavorful. The ingredients in the bowl were great overall and fresh-- my only real complaint was the saltiness of the broth, which unfortunately diminished the consumption experience. Prices are pretty high ($16-17 per bowl), but standard for the area. I've only been to one other ramen spot in West Loop, but I would say the whole package (noodles + ingredients + broth) tasted better and fresher here. Overall, I was a fan and would like to try their vegan ramen in the future. read more

Ramen Wasabi - Tokyo classic shoyu - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was staying nearby and craving ramen. There are several ramen spots in Fulton Market, some of which are locations of popular ramen restaurants in Chicago. Looking for a new spot, I stopped in here. The restaurant was fairly quiet and I took a spot at the bar since I was flying solo. Looking at the menu, I gave the Tokyo Classic Shoyu a try. The noodles were well cooked. The broth was on the salty side for my taste. All in all it did the job of satisfying my quest for ramen. Service was very friendly and attentive, so I give it a try. read more

Ramen Wasabi - Tokyo Classic Shoyu - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So happy to haven ramen wasabi in west loop! Great cozy spot for ramen with the friendliest staff. read more

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Stopped by before heading to a Blackhawks game. The space is small and narrow but we were comfy sitting 4 at one of the tables by the window. It's a bench type seat so no back support. The ramen broth is delicious! Perfect balance of umami and creamy broth - not a sweet broth like the ramen joint around the corner. The lychee cocktail is actually soooo goood! Flavorful and aromatic. If you're in the area, definitely stop by for the ramen. I'd say the better ramen of the choices available in this area. read more

Ramen Wasabi - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Visited here a few weeks ago and I did NOT disappoint! Got off my flight from SFO, checked in and booked it here before closing. Service was great! Ambiance - 5/5 - LOVE THE VIBE!! Dim lighting, great seating availability and cozy vibes all around. Food - 4/5 - I got the spicy chicken paitan with chicken char siu. The flavor of the broth was a bit on the heavier end for chicken and was hoping it would be a lot spicier. The chicken char sui made up for it. I have never tasted chicken char siu like this -- rich, flavor-packed and tender. My partner got the spicy chicken paitan with the pork char siu and she shared it was not as flavorful as the chicken. Overall solid choices but wish the broth was spicier. Drinks - 4/5 - We got beer and a spicy margarita. Margarita was light, refreshing and spicy. Both solid places. If I am back in Chicago, I will definitely come again! Must try place and cute for a date night! read more

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Fantastic ramen place located in the Fulton Market District with a trendy modern appearance and friendly service. ATMOSPHERE/ARCHITECTURE: 9/10 This place gives off that night time dive bar feel and is great in the summer where they open up the large windows in the front for a nice mix of indoor/outdoor dining. I like the vibe a lot though it is a little bit too dark for my taste. But I think most people prefer darker lit dining. SERVICE: 7/10 Service was good, I think they are a little understaffed though, with only 1 person running both the bar and waiting on some tables as well. That seems to be quite the task to expect from them. Despite this though, he did a great job with what he had. FOOD: 9/10 Crispy Takoyaki - 8/10 Pretty good takoyaki in my opinion. It came out piping hot and had good flavor and overall balance of crispness and softness. Tokyo Classic Shoyu Tonkatsu Ramen - 8/10 - Strong base broth of tonkatsu with great compliment of noodles, bamboo shoots and meat, this dish really came together and is a good very basic ramen. I liked the dish a lot. There are a ton of ramen shops in the area so competition is fierce, but I think this dish really stands up to the others. Bold and Spicy Miso Ramen - 9/10 - As recommended by the waiter as his favorite, this was also one that we ended up getting. And I agree, this was a good ramen and the best of the 2 that we got. The spice level of the broth was high, but it was a good spice and not intolerable. It was accompanied with similar noodles, meat, bamboo shoots, egg, etc, but overall I think it was the stronger ramen bowl. VALUE: 8/10 Prices are actually pretty good in my opinion for the level of quality that came with it. PROBABILITY OF RETURN: 9/10 I definitely will be back. I am a ramen lover and after the disappointment that was High Five Ramen, Ramen Takeya in my opinion is the ramen gem of West Loop. TO EAT OR NOT TO EAT: Eat, drink, enjoy. OVERALL: 9/10 read more

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Easily among my top five bowls of ramen ever. I kept it simple and went for old school comfort: the Tokyo shoyu ramen bowl, straight up. Great ramen is two things. First, the broth has to be on point. Ramen Takeya's is perfectly balanced. You get the rich saltiness of the shoyu and it's oh so savory. Second, it's all about the noods. These babies were cooked to the perfect al dente and made for savory slurping. The supporting characters--bok choy, soft boiled egg, and the thick slices of pork belly--are like pool toys at the most awesome pool party you ever hit up. Only neg is finding street parking, but that's only because I'm from out of town and because, well, Chicago. YUM! read more

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Wow. Never have I had such a poor service experience. The female server (Ari) was incredibly rude, making us feel both unwelcome and uncomfortable. She was dismissive when we tried to get her attention, didn't bring our drinks over (which we ordered first and were still waiting on after finishing our apps) we had to go to the bar ourselves to get them, and generally had an aggressive attitude. After reaching out to management they only offered a "sorry". The food was as good as the original location but unfortunately the experience was so awful that I cannot recommend this place. read more

Great ramen especially the spicy paitan. I've always loved a paitan broth because there isn't all the fat to hide behind like a tonkotsu and the flavors of the rest of the ingredients can shine a little more. Unfortunately the service was god awful and probably not worth repeating a visit between being ignored for 20 minutes then being asked to close out before we were finished eating. I can maybe forgive one of those but both together are basically approaching why should I tip you status but since I worked in restaurants I can't ever go lower than 10% even if the service sucks. Probably need to work on the way the tables are managed. Cool vibe inside. read more

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Clean and comfortable place with a good variety of food on menu. The only negative was the long wait to get the food. About an hour on a Sunday night. read more

I should of listened to Maria's review the two females working here both the waitress and the lady behind the bar are rude AF , it's really too bad because the ramen is as good as the original location which is some of the best in town , management /owners you should really address this before you run off the neighborhood . read more

There is this fellow instagrammer that I've followed for over a year now. He lives and breathes ramen. He studies it like crazy. He lives in Illinois, maybe in Chicago specifically but I messaged him to ask what his recommendations were that was close to downtown. This was one of his recommendations. Luckily I was already heading this way and we got seated right away. Came perfect timing. We came around 6:00 on a Sunday. I called few minutes in advance to see how long the wait was also and there was no wait. Also kept track on google. The place is definitely izakaya vibes. I felt like I was in a Japan, at a bar. I never been there but felt like it. I asked the Waitor what his recommendations were with the ramen. We gave him two options and he said he personally liked the miso more. So miso ramen it is! We went with the spicy miso and added an extra egg and garlic chips. GET THE GARLIC CHIPS. The broth was slightly thick and had a nice spice level to it. I went to a ramen place before and also for spicy miso there and added extra spice and still wasn't spicy. This ramen here was so good. I was sharing with my boyfriend since we were restaurant hopping and usually I'll have him eat majority of it but in this case I ate majority of it haha. The noodles were slightly waved noodles. Perfectly cooked, al dente, maybe a tiny bit more al dente thank you think. Just a little but I like it chewy! They put the garlic chips on the side and you can just sprinkle some in gradually and it's delicious and crunchy. We also got the fried chicken bao bun, I personally am picky with the construction of bao buns, on how easily can I bite it, are things just going to fall out of it completely. I didn't like how the chicken was cut but the flavor overall was yummy. The cabbage was perfectly placed. You can't go wrong with fried chicken and spicy Mayo. The chicken itself tasted really good though. I can eat it like popcorn chicken. If you like sweet drinks, get the green geisha, very yummy if you like tropical. The margarita was strong.... If you like to taste the alcohol, and like tequila, get that haha. The mango mule was decent. Mainly the ginger beer taste and a slight hint of mango. Not too sweet. Service was a bit slow.... Our Waitor was really really nice but he kept forgetting about our bill and giving us the receipt. But he was super nice. He apologized for forgetting about it haha. But thank you ramen lord for recommending this place. It was a delight. read more

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We visited here at night. Luckily there was one table available so didn't have to wait. I had classic Shoyu and Ebi Chili bun. The shoyu was great! The broth was pretty light and the right amount of saltiness for me, and the ebi chili bun was also great! I'd def come back! read more

Ramen Wasabi - Tokyo classic shoyu - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I have to admit this was not the first place we were going to when we decided to find this alternative to another ramen place. I am so glad we came here. You walk into a place that feels like a Japanese ramen shop that is from the country. They have seats at the kitchen and small tables all around. The decor is straight out of Japan. There is wood and anime art around. It feels close at inside. We ordered the vegan ramen and tofu boa buns. Let's start with the boa. The buns were soft and airy. They had a pillow like texture and paired nicely with a creamy mayo sauce and cabbage with a teriyaki tofu mixture. The ramen was impressive for a veggie broth. The broth was rich and had a good level of spice in it. The noodles were thick and had veggies and we ordered crispy onions and chili oil to add. Overall, it was phenomenal and I would highly recommend this ramen to any vegetarian. read more

Ramen Wasabi - Vegan Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The wonders an amazing bowl of ramen can do on a cold day! We came to Ramen Takeya on a Saturday evening, shortly after they opened. Since we were there so early, we didn't have to wait for a table. It's nice and cozy inside, and the smells are incredible. We started off with chicken char siu baos. The baos and sauce were really great, but I thought the chicken was rather dry. For ramen, I had the chicken paitan ramen and my SO had the miso bold and spicy. The chicken paitan broth is so incredible!! The miso bold and spicy was also amazing, and definitely lived up to its spicy name. read more

It took me some time to get here because I'm addicted to one specific Ramen place, but a wise man told me "Variety is the spice of life", so here I am! Very much enjoyed my experience here. It's baby friendly and that's a win because I can't always leave the kid at home. We came on a Tuesday so no sushi menu, but that's okay because I'm here for the Ramen! Speaking of ramen, it was delicious. I had the "Miso Bold & Spicy" and it was perfect. The spice level didn't overpower the flavor, but the spice was there. I truly love spicy food, but often times find myself asking restaurants if they have something spicier in the back. So it was a pleasant surprise to order something labeled as "spicy" and it met expectations! The pork belly was a great mix of fatty and tender and had a subtle sweetness. It was char siu which is a Cantonese-Style lol of bbq pork, so the sweetness makes sense. It was a damn hit! Lol that flavor also infused into the broth as well so it was a nice sweet and spicy satisfaction. I also ordered a side of bokchoy because I need more veggies in my life and I enjoy the crunch. Would absolutely order the Ramen again. Now... the calamari was a miss. While I loved the well-seasoned, light tempura style breading, the actual calamari was EXTREMELY tough. I give a lot of grace, but this was just a NO. I pulled some of the breading off to inspect the calamari and it was dry. Maybe it was a bad batch? Not sure, but I would not order it again. Additionally, the fried chicken bao buns were okay. Buns were fluffy, flavor was there, but the actual chicken felt over fried and lacked meat. I'd call it a fried chicken-skin bao bun, instead. Overall, the appetizers did not take away from the main attraction, the Ramen. I will be back! read more

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My new favorite ramen place in the city. The best I've ever had so far to be honest. Made a quick reservation on a Tuesday with plenty of spots available. When we arrived, there were a good amount of tables taken which tells me it's going to be a good spot. We started dinner with their pork belly char sounds buns which were phenomenal. HIGHLY recommend. There are two sauces on it and the pairing with the green onions are perfect. There's only 2 little guys that come in this dish so be sure to order another. I ordered their miso bold and spicy ramen which was hands down the best I've had. It's got a little kick to it, but not uncomfortable. The pork belly was tender and had a little smokey taste which paired nice with the chicken based broth. My friend had their Tokyo classic shoyu ramen which she said was very good. If you're looking for an option that isn't spicy, try the Tokyo. The atmosphere is nice, just a simple, small snd cute restaurant that made you feel like you were in Asia with their decor. Plenty of indoor dining with outdoor tables to supplement more diners. I highly recommend coming here and it's right off the green line - Morgan stop so it's easy to get to. read more

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This place by far, was the best ramen I've ever had. Located in Fulton Market, this small ramen shop was so good to visit during a cold night. The aesthetic is designed to represent a traditional Japanese ramen shop in Japan. So nicely decorated and the overall ambience set the mood for dinner. They take reservations now because of covid. Normally they don't take reservations. They are very good at following covid guidelines. Only one person at a time can enter & approach the front desk to check-in. Masks are required to be kept on even when ordering until you receive your food. Spicy miso ramen: I have a high tolerance for spice but this ramen definitely has a nice kick to it! The overall quality and flavor throughout the whole bowl was so delicious and different from other ramens I've tried. It took some time for my party of 3 to receive our food, but you could tell that they really take the time to make their food to perfection. You have the option for modifications so I added their sweet butter corn to my ramen. It comes with a cool looking spoon for the broth which was something unique to this place. The egg was perfectly made, not too raw or hard. Service: Service was great and our waiter was so kind. Because of covid, dining time is only 75 min. Our waiter said he would give us a 10 min warning. Near the end of the meal, the waiter told us that another party was waiting on our table but told them it would be a few. Even though he forgot to give us the warning, he made the accommodation. Go support them and other local businesses! They truly care about their employees and customers. You will not be disappointed. read more

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I came here with three others last night, and we found the experience to be pretty underwhelming. Food: we ordered a bunch of appetizers and each of us got a bowl of ramen. Among the things we ordered - takoyaki, the fried chicken, Brussels sprouts, buns, and pork don, only the Brussels sprouts were delicious. All of the ramen was pretty good - the four of us got the chicken, spicy and shoyu (x2, pretty tasty) bowls. Noteworthy that the pork in the don and the ramen were pretty fatty (some with entire pieces of fat, no lean meat) if you're into that. I get that this style of cooking calls for pork belly and fat, but the meat we received was definitely on the fattier end of even ramen / don meat. Service: the hostess was attentive and friendly, but our waiter was unenthusiastic and clearly didn't want to be there. He did the minimum in checking in and making sure we were taken care of, but it felt forced. Hygiene: this is where the restaurant really fell short. There was a small floating bug in my water (I get it - outdoor seating, but there were pre-poured cups of water they handed us that weren't covered up, so maybe 50% blame nature and 50% preventable?), and we received a dirty spoon with our pork don. When we asked for another one, the waiter swapped it out for us with one that had seaweed caked on it. Yuck. He noticed immediately and apologized (you'd think to check the spoon to make sure it's okay before handing it to the customer who had just received a dirty spoon), and the third spoon was finally clean. I wouldn't ordinarily care or take notice of these things, but two of us got the runs immediately when we got home, and I can't help wondering if the general hygiene of the restaurant had anything to do with it. Covid: the restaurant did a great job of social distancing and outdoor seating. It was charming! I thought everything was reasonably priced and I'll probably be back for the shoyu at some point (I was one of the lucky two who was okay), but I hope they're able to clean things up before then! read more

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Ramen Takeya is the best ramen place in Chicago that I have tried so far. I wanted to avoid outdoor dining, but we ended up sitting indoor since it was so cold outside. We got sat by the door inside and they kept the door open the whole time- which was great for air circulation and made me feel safe to dine in. I really enjoyed how flavorful the ramen was. I liked how general is they were with chashu (mine had 4 pieces). The egg inside was perfectly cooked and the potion size was huge. I tried the cocktail (Green Geisha) and I really enjoyed that as well. The service was good, but was super efficient with high turnover and felt a little rushed- as the check was brought up (on an electronic device) immediately after we finished eating. I will definitely return and I look forward to coming back!! read more

Ramen Wasabi - Tokyo classic shoyu - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I got the classic shoyu ramen! The meat was about average quality but ramen and broth overall was very good. A bit pricey but nothing crazy and it will So if you're craving ramen. read more

Ramen Wasabi - Ramen Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is probably my favorite ramen place in all of Chicago at the moment. Love love love. However! Only when the place is not busy. If it's busy it's game over. I would abort and go somewhere else to eat. They are inattentive and you are 100% bound to wait either for your seat or for your food, which includes your appetizer. I've called ahead before and I've had an awful experience before and had to leave when there was a white dude as the hostess. He kept assuring us 20 minutes, but by the time it was almost an hour we decided to leave. Even the couple who were seated and ordered said they felt ignored and hadn't even gotten their appetizer, despite being there for a long time. So! Go on their good days aka right when it opens or if you find an awkward time that there are less people. I always get the Miso Bold and Spicy Ramen. Sometimes I get mild spicy but it still v spicy. Again be prepared for the spice. My only caveat is that there is occasionally inconsistency in their deliciousness. I've eaten here over 6 times and some bowls have more or less broth (I know their bowls can be different but fluffy people can tell these things). The taste is also slightly different sometimes, which is odd. Similarly, their lychee drink tasted different a few times i've gotten it. Probably different bartenders, but some were deff sweeter than others. Also be careful if you have big groups. They only have 1 large table and most are 2 person tables or 4 people max. There's also a ramen bar in the back. Place is pretty cramped but the food when it's good is delicious! It's the best on a cold day!! This place is worth a try considering it's a sibling of wasabi ramen, but it deff has a lot of places to improve on. read more

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Decent ramen place, cozy ambient. The service was quick. Hard to find parking though. I did enjoy their ramen which were mostly chicken broth with some sort of meat in it. Noodles were firm, just the way I like. Poached egg was cooked nicely. Lots of bamboo shoots and fungi. Pork was very tender. Will return to try their poke bowl sometime. read more

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