We normally go to Ramen Misoya or Chicago Ramen, both great options with vegan and "halal" options…read more I saw this on some Chicago Halal Foodies reel and decided want in. I got take out and everything was well packaged and remained hot after it got to it's final destination about 1h away. My partner is vegan and enjoyed the vegan option. It wasn't anything fancy however most places slap vegan after taking things out and you pay the same price. This place more or less built the ramen with vegans in mind and so the ebb and flow of the ingredients worked out to be a delicious ramen dish. I had the spicy halal ramen, it was also delicious. We also got two halal chicken ramens which, you guessed it, was delicious. The broth wasn't as thick as ramen misoya or as light as chicago ramen. It was in between but actually really good and not as salty. We also got the spring rolls, sesame balls, and agedashu tofu which tasted well. The spring rolls and tofu weren't as crispy but it was a long trip so not on them. I could've sped, but I was getting great mileage. They still tasted great. Now this place also has Chinese dishes which makes it a great option when in the mood for various Asian cuisine and going to one shop. I forget the name of another joint in Chicago on the west side that does the same but it has all the things and it's great but that's an even further. Regardless everything we had was enjoyable and the halal chicken tasted significantly better than Ramen Misoya. It was seasoned very well. At Ramen Misoya, it's not "zabiha" but it's considered halal. I'll try to explain it as best and fast as I can. In Islam halal/haram means permissible/impermissible. Halal in terms of food mainly applies to fauna (i.e. animals, fish, insects, etc). For example corn, pineapple, bread, strawberries are exempt and are thus always halal. Zabiha is the term which means the animal was sacrificed, while being thankful for it, and a process was followed to ensure minimal pain and suffering and it was cleaned, prepped, etc properly. Basically to be thankful for what you have since you're benefiting from something living / cognizant and not just being flippant because it's livestock. Now for some animals in order for them to be edible, it has to be permissible (i.e. halal), as such it has to be Zabiha. However there are schools of thought where so long as the food you are about to receive and or consume isn't haram (i.e. pork) and it was given with pure intention, you can say "Bismillah" and enjoy your dish. Zabiha and halal are often conflated but I hope this explains why.

Food and service are great. I highly recommend it, but hope it doesn't get too crowded.read more

All of our food was very delicious and showed how care was taken in preparing every dish…read more The atmosphere is very comfortable and inviting. We highly recommend this restaurant and will return again and again.

I'm giving this review on the sole basis of what I ordered which was not the food, it was the milk…read moretea. I ordered 100% sweetness for both which is marked super sweet on the menu, and when I tell you this tastes like water I'm not exaggerating. Not a hint of sweetness in either drink. The food may be fine but the drinks are not, order water for the table folks.

Food was great. Started with the Chicken Egg Rolls & Shrimp Teriyaki appetizers. The egg rolls…read morewere packed and didn't fall apart when you bit into them. The Shrimp were long and the breading was not doughy. We then tried the stir fry rice combo & the stir fry Raman combo. Both were delicious. Both did not skimp on the protein. This is definitely worth coming back.

Came here for the first time and ordered the Spicy Pork Miso ramen. When the ramen arrived, I asked…read morefor some chili oil, and the response I got was, "It's already spicy." My boyfriend even explained, "She likes spicy," and the response was still that it was already spicy. I'm sorry, but I don't think it's up to the server to decide how spicy I want my food. If a customer asks for an additional condiment, especially something as simple as chili oil, there's really no need to push back on it. Unfortunately, the ramen itself wasn't anything to write home about either. Overall, I'm not sure I understand the 4.2-star rating it currently has.

Very nice and bouncy noodles made to order. The soup is light and refreshing, couple that with the…read moredelicious chashu and you got a very savory bowl of noodle soup. Vibe was chill, mostly a quick eats restaurant so it's great for a casual meal.

Sad to say, Kitakata Ramen didn't blow us away. It's a nice little restaurant, clean and…read morecomfortable, and super busy. The staff were very helpful. Unfortunately the food was just so-so. The rich miso ramen was not as rich as we would have liked. The tonkotsu broth was flavorful, but the ajitama and chashu were not so much. The signature noodles are good as advertised, chewy and holding the broth well. We did like the gyoza, but did not like the octopus balls. Overall, it was fine, but for the price we expected a more consistent level of quality. Another day we might have had better luck, but since we're not out this way very often, it may be a while before we find out.

I have eaten at Torizen multiple times over the past 2 years. Food is excellent. Service is good…read more I just called to make a reservation tonight and was told there is now a $50 minimum of food per person. When I told the guy I have never been told that before, he chuckled in a condescending way and said "well that's been the policy for at least the last 5 years". No thanks. Too many other Japanese places to eat. Good luck with that business model!

Great Japanese Izakaya! (Japanese pub) Very authentic- excellent menu choices that are well…read moreprepared and delicious! Friendly service- the ambiance is like stepping in from a street in Tokyo. A favorite spot for us!

The family and I have been coming to this hot pot place for years. Everyone loves hot pot,…read moreespecially during cold weather, and my kids in particular have a huge appetite for it. We usually come here when the cravings hit or to celebrate family occasions. The prices are very reasonable and generally under $30 per person. We were last here about a week ago and it was $28 per adult, while kids were $14 (half-priced). I did notice prices increased by about $1 over the past year, but that's expected. Another thing I really appreciate is how easy it is to dine here. We've come on a Saturday night for dinner without a reservation and were able to walk right in. Most of the time, walk-ins aren't an issue, which is really nice. A while back, they used to have you mark hotpot ingredients on a paper menu and staff would bring them to your table. Over the past couple of years, they've switched to an ingredient bar at the back of the restaurant where you can grab your own noodles, vegetables, seafood, and sauces. There are empty plates, bowls, and saucers available, making it easy to customize your spread. The only items you still need to order verbally are the hot pot meats, which makes the overall experience much more efficient and you can get to cooking quickly! Here's my favorite way to make a dipping sauce for hotpot: garlic + basic soy sauce / house sauce, a pinch of spice sauce + top with a lot of green onions cuttings. And there you have it! The ingredient selection is decent including several types of noodles like udon, glass noodles, and ramen. They have my favorite vegetables like watercress and bok choy as well as some of my favorites proteins: shrimp, mussels, quail eggs, fish cakes, cubes and balls. There is a peanut sauce available at the sauce bar, but I wouldn't recommend this place for anyone with food allergies or strict dietary restrictions, as cross-contamination could easily happen with the shared setup. One of our favorite appetizer items -- which is free with the AYCE and not at the ingredient bar -- is the fried buns with condensed milk. They're listed on the menu and are absolutely delicious. We usually order multiple rounds as our kids love them, and so do I. When it comes to drinks, everything is ordered à la carte. They offer soft drinks, alcohol, and smoothies. I ordered a mango and pineapple smoothie for $7, which was quite sizable and very refreshing. You can also order a single-fruit smoothie for $6. For broth options, there are only two choices: a bone broth or a spicy broth. If you have kids, I recommend the non-spicy option. The broth can get a little fatty after cooking all the ingredients in it and is enough for flavor. We came as a family of 6 and opted not to squeeze into one booth. We asked to sit at 2 adjacent hybrid booth tables and requested an additional hot pot for the 2nd table, and they were very accommodating. One of the servers also speaks Cantonese, which was very helpful for our family. One small piece of feedback for the owners: for places like this, it would be great to have disposable gloves available at the ingredient bar. I always appreciate seeing that extra level of consideration for cleanliness. Lastly, just a heads-up that gratuity is automatically added to the check for parties of two or more. Make sure to review your bill before adding an extra tip -- unless, of course, you want to tip more. Overall, this is one of our family's favorite places for hot pot when we want a no-fuss, no-cleanup meal. It's a solid experience that doesn't break the bank, especially for large families. The fact that they focus solely on hot pot -- without additional barbecue meats or grills -- helps keep it surprisingly affordable. The restaurant is also connected to a Mexican bar so your receipt is gonna ring out with that place as a vendor and this restaurant is next to "Noodle Delight" (likely same owners?) if you're looking for authentic Chinese food in a more traditional setting. We've been to that place as well and it was great, but that would be another separate review :)

Always love coming here! Good selection that is always fresh and tasty! Servers are helpful and…read morewelcoming too. Love the new self serve addition they have made! The spicy broth is not for the faint of heart!

The fried chicken is a must - perfectly crispy (not greasy) on the outside and juicy on the inside…read more You get so much food for your money! I work in Itasca and this place is luckily pretty close for my lunch hour. It's the perfect take-out place, but honestly decorated so cute and cozy inside that I would be perfectly happy taking my time eating in too. It feels like you're waiting for your halmeoni to cook you a home cooked meal. There isn't always someone at the front desk, but a bell will ring when the door opens. If they don't hear it, no problem, you just have to peek in the back and say, annyeonghaseyo! and someone will be right out to help you. It has become my regular lunch hour spot.

My first Yelp Review of 2026!…read more Kicking off the year with Kai Mom's K Food To Go -- and I'm so glad I finally tried it after seeing all the buzz. They have quite an extensive menu offering both Korean & Chinese entrees. It was tough deciding what to choose but we ended up ordered the Jjampong + Jjajangmyeon combo, Pork & Stir-Fried Squid, Galbitang, and Soy Garlic Fried Chicken (Bone-in). Out of everything, the Jjajangmyeon was the clear standout. The flavor was so good that I'd honestly come back just for that alone. Absolute comfort food. The Jjampong didn't quite hit for me -- it wasn't bad, but it felt a little bland and lacked the umami I usually look for. I've had better elsewhere, so I'd probably skip that next time. Similarly the Pork & Squid stir fry just didn't pack the right punch for me so I would pass too. Other highlights were definitely the Soy Garlic Fried Chicken and Galbitang. The chicken was packed with flavor, perfectly crispy on the outside, and juicy on the inside -- a must-order. The Galbitang was comforting and hearty, with about four bones in the soup, super tender meat, and a clean, soothing broth. The space itself is small with only four tables, and we lucked out getting one. It has such a cozy, homey feel -- like you're sitting in her kitchen while she cooks you a homemade Korean meal. Service was excellent too; they checked in often and kept our drinks refilled. Overall, a great start to my 2026 food reviews. I'll definitely be back -- especially for that Jjajangmyeon and Soy Garlic Fried Chicken. I can't wait to try more of their dishes.

Man oh man this place is absolutely the best of the best Chinese food I have ever had in this…read moreentire state and I know that's saying a lot since we have a lot of great places in the city BUT if you are looking for a great place in the northwest burbs this is the place! The service, god the service, these ladies are on top of their game.... I have not had service like this in a long time like before covid long time! These women are hard working, extremely kind and attentive! The food tastes incredible!!!! Not salty, not full of oil, not over cooked, not sitting there for hours, not too spicy... I could keep going but just come try it for yourself! The crab Rangoons were like fluffy light cloud puffs with the perfect amount of filling and the onions in the filling were sweet which were perfect! We had the dinner for two: came with appetizer, soup, 2 entrees and choice of rice! It could of honestly fed 6 of us..... The owner also owns a poke place in Bartlett which I frequent often that is as equally as delicious! All and all A+, 100%, 10/10 best Chinese food ever!

This used to be our favorite Chinese take out in the area but the last three visits have changed…read moreour mind. The beef and broccoli was good. The mu shu chicken smelled and tasted like a rubber tire so we ended up throwing it out. Not sure if it's the wok, oil or seasonings in general as some of our favorite dishes taste very different recently.

Amazing option for Japanese food. We didn't have reservations and it was a Friday evening but we…read morewere able to be seated at the bar. They have an excellent selection of sushi. They also have daily specials and we tried the quail eggs and bacon and deep fried snow crab-both were excellent options. Tried the Jennifer roll and it was delicious. I had the ramen for my main course and it was amazing. Interior has quite a bit of seating. The restaurant was packed. Would recommend reservations if you are going on a weekend

Checked out this chill sushi restaurant in Schaumburg at lunch. Daruma has plenty of rolls. It also…read morehas other stuff. A smart person should stick to what they're known for. The rolls are made fresh and you see them make these. Busy place but it wasn't that bad. It's got a casual classiness going on. There was a crowd but it was still pretty fast service. Can get seated at the front where they make it. There's also plenty of tables. It's about $6 for the cheapest. We got the Kappa Maki, and the Umeshiso Maki. First one is made with cucumbers. The second is made with plum paste and shiso leaves. Both were great. They were filling but still light enough to want to get more stuff. For sure we could go here again. It's closed Mondays. They're one of those restaurants that closes for a couple hours in the afternoon, on weekdays, and they're only open in the evenings on weekends.

Love love Ramen USA…read more The food is awesome. Great portions. I've gone back several times because the menu is extensive and I've not tried everything yet. The staff is friendly. Order first then sit down. The complimentary salad bar is excellent. Bad the beef curry myself, and added an discounted eel rice. My kids wanted some sushi, and udon noodles also added a salmon roll. Katsu don was a great portion. We ate really well. Enjoyed the casual atmosphere. The restaurant makes bento boxes for Mitsuwa I believe so the food that I enjoy ther originates from this kitchen. It's always the choice for me when I'm in the neighborhood. Quality food and good value, good portions.

Prices for all their meals have increased $5 since my last review, but what they offer is still…read moregreat value for the price. They still offer happy hour pricing weekday afternoons and free salad with a decent variety of options with their regular meals, so eaten together, a single order of ramen could easily cover two or three meals!