Manila Carano
We've been to Friends Ramen to eat something truly Japanese in Chicago, and I have to admit that the choice was super.
We had spicy ramen (be aware, it's really spicy 👩🚒) and three rice bowls. All the food has been delicious.
We've also had green tea tiramisù as a dessert, you don't want to miss it, it's superb!
The staff was really helpful, they came quite often to fill up our glass of water and were always gentle and professional at the same time.
Definitely a place to try if you like Japanese food.
Stephen Mayper
Cute place for a quick warm-up! The space was small and intimate and inviting. Food was really really tasty! Miso broth was super flavorful, sticky buns were great, and the food came out really quickly!
LionHeart
Great meal in a great atmosphere. The small space is a treat to dine in but I'd recommend a reservation. We had really excellent buns, the kimchi ramen, and another type of ramen. The small size ramen is definitley smaller than the large size but it was perfect for my appetite. Check this place out!
Ian Mitchelle de Vera
Best takoyaki I've ever tried. Their pork belly bun is amazing...melts in your mouth. The spicy miso ramen is also good, but too spicy for me...
Kalyani Singh
This hole in the wall kind of restaurant is really cozy and has great ramen bowls. I got the chicken ramen and loved it fully. Perfectly spicy broth and the portion is also good for one person.
Gabi Rivero
It's been abt 3 weeks since I was in Chicago and stopped by this place and I am STILL thinking abt it! The ramen was so hearty and filling while still feeling really light. And I dont like matcha, but the matcha tiramisu was perfectly sweet. I'm waiting for the next time I'm in Chicago so I can eat there again :)
Bao Luong
loved sitting in a cozy wooden booth where i could read everyone's new year wishes, the food was portioned well and i liked the takoyaki since i want feeling something so heavy that day, will definitely come back to enjoy more dishes, felt bad that the seating is so limited
Cathy Pope
This Ramen place is fantastic, fast, and so so delicious. Love the care they give you their dishes. The whole family loved the food.
kunwar bodra (Sky)
The restaurant stood out for its cozy atmosphere and friendly service. One unique aspect that sets Friends Ramen apart is the availability of half-size ramen, which is a great option for those looking for a smaller portion or wanting to sample different flavours.
Aleksandra Ciprijanovic
Great food, friendly staff and nice atmosphere. octopus balls and beef ramen are amazing!
Jay Baylon
Amazing ramen in small portion but that might be because this establishment is being marketed as an izakaya style restaurant. Great decor too. One other thing i would recommend is for them to serve their ramen hot. Mine was not hot enough (more like lukewarm) and i like my ramen extra hot.
Van Pham Pezzello
The ramen was delicious but the portion was too small! It's a bite and your are finish! The concept of trying different flavors is great but not have one bite. My son had to have 4 bowls and we asked for extra noodles and was charged $2 for a bite size extra noodles. That was $28 for ramen! A little ridiculous!
Arlander Lowry
Very chill atmosphere and decent music. I would recommend getting the 3 for $15 if you know you like ramen but want to try a little bit of everything to be economical. The staff is very prompt and very courteous and the ebi katsu is good. ^_^
Brenda Storch
Phenomenal food and drink assortment in an out-of-country environment. The small portions allow to try more than one dish or share. Great place for a quick lunch. Obsessed.
Fabiola Papitas Calderon
Amazing little and cozy place for ramen. Service is amazing and food comes in the right size and perfect timing. Decor is beautiful. I tried 2 of their ramen cuz the sizes are just right to try two maybe 3 if you are really hungry. Amazing gem in my neighborhood I’ll stop more often.
Paul Nguyen
The service was great. The food was good. The concept was not to my liking though. Small plates is all the rage, and I get it. I just wish there were an option for a larger bowl. That's what I sought after looking up nearby ramen joints.
Marquito Ovideo
The food here is amazing! I had the spicy miso ramen and pork belly w/rice and I lost my mind at how good it was - hard to come by ramen this good in the city. BUT as everyone else has said, it's very small portions (think tapas style). If you can get past that you'll love it!
Dan Woods
Very tasty but the portion was so small... I hope they eventually offer a large bowl option.
Jennifer Locke
Did the all you can eat ramen was delicious! Only 18.99 and we were stuffed! Great atmosphere
Amy Morford
It was absolutely perfect! Just what I needed and wanted! Service was very prompt and very cheerful �
Matt Noehre
Spicy Miso Ramen was good but the portions are too small. I live up the street and have had high expectations for this but can't justify $6 for a small handful of noodles. Unfortunately I will be continuing going to Misoya.
Melodia Gasmen Woolford
Great food for a great price!
Jelena Stanojevic
Day 1 so I am taking that into consideration. Ramen tastes great but broth could be warmer and there should be more of it. Portions should be larger too. If you are hungry and dont have an apetizer you will need two orders of ramen. Asking for a check and getting the cards back took about 15 minutes but like I said-day 1 so I am sure this aspect will get better with time.
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