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Ramen-San

Noodle Restaurant and Asian Restaurant$$$$

Near North Side, Chicago

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Ramen-San

8.4^/10

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Ranked #2 for ramen in Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out Chicago and Redeye Chicago
"Awesome and the pork belly buns we're the bomb."(7 Tips)
"Kimchi Fried Chicken ramen and pork mantu buns are amazing."(8 Tips)
"Get the sumo bowl"(3 Tips)
"Chicken mantou buns and the raw tuna app are delicious."(3 Tips)

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Mike WinstonJuly 11, 2018
Legit ramen, good vibes, and a killer lunch special. The tonkotsu is the way to go, but you're gonna want to order one of those meaty Pork Belly Buns with it too. WinstonWanders.com
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Tiffany RuppDecember 8, 2016
Oishi! The pork belly in the tonkotsu ramen was amazing. Every time I took a bite I was reminded of parts of our trip to Japan. My husband had the king crab[awesome] and they even had kid ramen!
Redeye ChicagoSeptember 23, 2014
The express lunch gets you a half bowl of ramen along with a small salad, a dish of kimchi pickles and a plate of miso salmon, skirt steak or chicken over rice, all delivered within 5 to 10 minutes. Read more
Lenora CravensMarch 27, 2017
Me& the boyfriend's first time here. It was also his first Ramen experience. I explained with the help of our waitress the different ingredients. Tonkotsu is great with the cilantro lime margarita!!
Time Out ChicagoJanuary 18, 2018
With three broths to choose from, it’s a solid bet for vegetarians and meat lovers alike. No matter what you pick, we highly recommend adding a creamy molten egg to your order. Read more
Emily JurlinaJanuary 21, 2015
The beef brisket ramen was garlicky and outstanding. VERY impressive brisket from Bub City is added to the dish. Split some baos before dinner. The pork bell was our favorite!
Denis FigueroaFebruary 25, 2019
Simply the best ramen house in the city. Dumplings are incredible. Sashimi too for starters. I recommend the tonkotsu with extra pork. Desserts super average.
Dan SohaydaOctober 12, 2018
Top notch ramen. Definitely make a reservation if you think ahead. Long walk up wait time but if you can score a seat at the bar it’s just as good a place to slurp some noodles.
Gustavo Ortíz MonroyAugust 27, 2021
I loves this ramen. I’m a big ramen fan boy and this was one of the best I’ve had so far. I had tonkotsu 👌
SaritAugust 23, 2016
The broth is on point and the noodles are perfect. Would warn away from sesame chili oil..way too many seeds and the heat borders on too hot!
Dirk Van AkelyenOctober 7, 2017
Sumo Bowl was great. For a guy, living in Singapore, noodles are a reference point. After a few days eating local specialities, noodles must come on the table. Yummy for tummy. :-)
Ayan AshkenovMarch 8, 2017
I recommend the kimchi chicken ramen. Pair that with Asahi and I cannot think of a better duo! Also try their ice cream cones!
Mareya SteinbacherMarch 3, 2019
Great fried chicken bao buns & kimchi ramen is spicy but delicious 🤩
Joey GolawJuly 31, 2016
Shiitake mantou bun was the highlight—light, pillowy rice bun with crispy shiitakes. Roasted vegetable miso ramen was rich and flavorful, nice roasted eggplant and tomatoes.
Gregory K.June 17, 2016
very decent. A little overpriced compared to NYC and even Tokyo ramen, but a good attempt and worth trying. Maybe It will get competitive very soon
David BenjaminMay 18, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Ramens are large sized! Cocktails were also great!
Kelly SchumannMay 29, 2014
Chicken mantou buns and the raw tuna app are delicious. If you're up for noodles, get the pork tonkotsu). Also, the aragoshi yuzu sake was a hit.
John FrenchFebruary 28, 2015
The buns were super good, especially the pork belly one. Also had a lobster curry ramen that was absolutely delicious, but it was a special.
PureWowJune 4, 2014
A must-try would be the chicken mantou buns and the raw tuna app. Love the Aragoshi Yuzu sake! Read more
Jon WatersAugust 12, 2015
Amazing Tonkotsu. Make sure to add the garlic and get extra eggs. Hamachi sashimi was a delicious start as well.
Nash PleasantDecember 24, 2019
One of the best ramen shops in Chicago. The buns are very tasty as well
AdleyFebruary 26, 2018
Great place to have a good ramen in Chicago! Worth to visit!
Kelsey IngramJuly 21, 2019
The place has an old school hip hop music vibe and the food is amazing! Love the lunch special.
Devan EganMay 20, 2018
Dumplings, pork belly buns, ramen, and Limitless Macha Green Tea! Won over the coworkers with Ramen-San!
Daniel Monge UJuly 10, 2019
I’m not afraid to say that this might be one of the best (if not the best) ramen I’ve ever had
Dana ParkerApril 27, 2015
Really great ramen, and an excellent craft beer selection. Three Floyd's is hard to come by outside of Indiana
Cristina DordasOctober 27, 2014
Try the aragoshi yozy sake cocktail! Such a good surprise! Good appetizers and of course, ramen!
Ben SJuly 26, 2018
Kimchi/fried chicken ramen is awesome. Spice level 4/10 coming from someone who likes heat.
Catherine AJuly 22, 2018
The Japanese old fashioned was amazing. And the Brussels sprouts were perfectly crispy
Water WaterDecember 17, 2016
Surprised to find such good ramen in this neighborhood. Especially loved the spicy miso ramen
Wes RMay 13, 2014
They're doing take out, so if you don't want to have to wait for a table or fight for one of the 7 spots at the bar.
AndrewMay 10, 2017
Everything we had was really good. Don't think you can go wrong here.
Alexis BudejenJuly 5, 2015
Great ramen. Can't go wrong with any choice. They really good hip hop too.
Aubrey DyerApril 24, 2017
Had the special fatty ramen bowl. Awesome and the pork belly buns we're the bomb.
Laura WSeptember 10, 2014
$15 express lunch special - 1/2 bowl ramen, rice dish with chicken salmon or steak and small salad. Delicious and fast!
Adam K.January 23, 2017
The matcha cream puff is delicious. Be warned it is the size of a large grapefruit.
Sedef ÖzaşkınlıJuly 7, 2024
Delicious food, friendly service. I loved the chicken shio ramen 🫶🏻
Isnemm .July 21, 2018
Ramen is good. I would just reduce the amount of fish sauce in the noodles. Buns are amazing!!
Cengiz CesurNovember 14, 2019
Try the tonkatsu ramen, tastes great. Nice atmosphere.
Leland BrewsterJune 6, 2015
Go for the Sumo ramen bowl so you can have both the pork and the brisket.
IlariaJune 30, 2015
Cozy place and good service! Ramen are delicious, ask for the special day recipe!
Adam K.January 23, 2017
Kimchi and fried chicken ramen is delicious but be prepared for some 🔥🔥
Brandon MarAugust 11, 2019
The express lunch was amazing as well as the pork bun.
Matthew McKeeFebruary 11, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Kimchi Fried Chicken ramen and pork mantu buns are amazing.
Nate FolkertApril 19, 2019
spicy miso ramen with ground pork
L KSeptember 14, 2014
Check out the tuna/avocado crackers as an appetizer. Definitely get a tangerine saki bomb!
Kendall GayNovember 11, 2017
Get the Pork Belly Buns. You will not regret it. The pork is so tender.
Patrick PaceNovember 15, 2017
Kimchi & fried chicken Ramen. Washed down with Asahi draft beer.
Tri SanguanbunJanuary 29, 2016
The sumo bowl is huge. Delicious.
Daniel HuszaiMarch 31, 2018
Awesome vibe, great specials, and spectacular Japanese Whiskeys

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