Patrick Cameron
I got there just before close. They took my order and got it ready in good time. It was excellent. Of spice levels 1 through 5, I ordered level 4. Spicy as heck. Don't mess with this if you can't handle spicy foods. If you can, by all means give this a shot. Find a level that's good for you and get your order in. I enjoyed my meal at Strings.
David “Do-chelin guide”
Pork in the tonkotsu ramen with kurobuta was tender with satisfying flavors that was not overpowering. A little pull with your chopsticks was enough to pull them apart. Woodear mushroom stood out because it was fresh and springy. Quality of noodles and broth were pleasing.
Shoyu prime ramen overall did not have the same level of satisfaction and nothing special about the chicken gyoza. If I can go back, I wish I ordered an extra main dish like gyu don instead of the gyoza. The restaurant is nice and cozy with friendly service.
Lauren H
Quick, flavorful, and filling! For an appetizer, we got the Chicken Gyoza which came with a delicious dipping sauce. To eat, I had the Tonkotsu with Kuro Buta and pork belly as my meat. The broth was so rich and flavorful and the piece of pork belly was huge. The appetizer and ramen were enough to fill me up. The inside of the restaurant is nice and inviting, but a little crammed in the corner booth we were at. I would recommend a visit to Strings!
Ben Jams
Small cozy ramen shop that does the job.
Tonkotsu: Get!
This one had an amazingly rich broth that was a tad top oily/fatty for me. It was still tasty but my preference is a little bit cleaner for this. The noodles were great with a good bite and firmness to it. The pork belly was a big chunk of meat which I wasn't used to but meh it did the job. It's like $18 bucks though so it's definitely not that casual
Service was super attentive and friendly and as a quick ramen stop... I was in and out in like 15 minutes. There's not that many tables or space though so it can get super crowded during meal times. At 2pm though it was quite easy and empty.
Food: 7/10
Service: 8/10
Atmosphere: 5/10
Value: 6/10
Kellen Bass
I got the Tonkotsu spicy clam and pork ramen bowl and it was FANTASTIC. Great level of spicyness and robust flavor. $15 but it fills you up more than most ramen places will.
Service was very good and they played cool indie music the whole time. Great vibes 10/10.
Ben Aragon
Really great little ramen spot, our new go-to. Miso broth was flavorful, steak was tender. The baby octopus salad is great too. Best of all it’s BYOB!
Rhea D'Souza
Good selection of veg and non-veg items on the menu. Tried the Shoyu and Spicy Miso ramen. The noodles were definitely different from other ramen places, very fresh and chewy. Overall a good place to try, but it does get very busy on weekends and has limited seating.
Isabel Jaffe
We are vegetarian and had no problem finding something to eat. The portions are huge and there are cool Japanese drinks. Service is quick and friendly. A great spot to go when it's cold and rainy. Noodles are perfectly cooked, the egg is perfectly cooked, and the broth is always so yummy.
Dan A
Strings Ramen is an incredible restaurant that serves some of the best ramen dishes I've had. The Pork Gyoza was a great starter and the Shoyu Prime Ramen was amazing, with the perfect amount of savory flavor. I added a heaping small spoonful of chili sauce to mine, and it added the right amount of heat, making it even more delicious.
The staff at Strings Ramen is incredibly friendly and attentive, which adds to the enjoyable dining experience. The restaurant is clean and well-maintained, making it a comfortable place to eat.
We arrived at 6 pm on a Wednesday, and the restaurant was almost empty, but within 30 minutes, it was packed with customers. It's not hard to see why.
The only area where Strings Ramen could improve is their drink selection. But don't let that deter you from trying their incredible food.
Overall, I highly recommend Strings Ramen. It's a fantastic restaurant with delicious food, friendly staff, and a clean atmosphere. I give it five stars without hesitation.
Salem Adkins
Fast, friendly service, yummy food and multiple vegetarian options. Portion sizes are large! Pictured is the Shoyu Vegetarian Ramen
J G
Tried the Tonkotsu and Hell level 2 ramen. I loved both flavors, but hell level 2 made my nose run and if you slurp you're liable to choke. Definitely wouldn't chance it on a first date but that's your risk to take.
The service is 10/10. It's a small place with only a few seats but they keep it moving. They're also generous with the water refills
Tom Zeien
Great little spot for ramen. Interior decor is warm and lovely. Service was fast and food was delicious. Prices seemed reasonable. Really happy about this ramen spot in the neighborhood!
Chicken gyoza were pretty outstanding
I enjoyed my Shoyu with Kuro Buta ramen bowl
Edamame was fine, could have had more flavorful seasoning I thought
Spicy cat rice donburi was really tasty and the iwanori seaweed seasoning was unique and a smart add to that dish
Danielle Peterson
Great food, great service! Our server was fast, friendly and great recommendations. We got the Tonkotsu with Kurt Buta and chose pork belly as well as the Mazd Soba also with pork belly! Pork gyoza to start as well with delicious peach soda. So tasty and came out fast! A meal I’ll definitely be craving.
E Elisabeth Justus
I always get the kinoko shoyu ramen. It’s absolutely delicious, so savory and filling. My favorite ramen I’ve ever had.
Alper Ekmekçi
Good chain (fastfood like) ramen restaurant. From starters, edamame and baby octopus(with seaweed) are fresh appetizers for sure. Gyu don and miso turkey are fair main dishes.
Viraj Mhatre
Perfect place for a cold night in Chicago!
Good Ramen options to choose from. I also tried their Sui Gyoza but unfortunately they only had vegetable option available.
I tried the traditional Tonkotsu Ramen it was it delicious.
The place was full and the service of quick.
Alex Studd
On a cold & rainy day, Strings Ramen hit the spot! It is conveniently located off of Belmont's Red Line, and the ramen is delicious. I was most impressed with the flsvorsble broth! I would absolutely recommend checking it out. Pro Tip: It is a small restaurant so during busy hours be prepared to have to wait a bit for a table. That said, the food comes out quick once you are seated and order!
Gabriela Osorio
Spectacular Ramen! Had a hard time deciding, they all sounded soooo good. We ordered two Tonkotsu Spicy Clam and Pork ramen, and for full. Very cozy BYOB place in Lakeview. The service is super quick and the staff is very friendly. Worth the trip!!
Katrina Marie N-A
First time at this Strings Ramen Shop location. We came right after the Cubs home opener and I guess we beat the rush because we were able to sit anywhere. Pictured and ordered here is the Tonkotsu Premium. (Video also taken - check out on my Google Profile Photos or this spot's Google Page Photos). Should have ordered additional Hell Sauce; 1oz is not enough. Broth is a bit oily but the entire bowl was flavorful. Noodles are reminiscent of Oiistar's (or vice versa!). Shop became busy within the hour we were there for both dine-in and take-out/delivery. I would say Strings Ramen Shop is one of my Top 5 favorite Ramen in the Chicagoland area.
Richard Dalton-McPherson
My first visit here was exceptional. Atmosphere is very nice & casual. Service was excellent. We appreciate honest recommendations from the menu. We tried different ramens and were pleased with both. The gyoza appetizer was delicious. Definitely recommend this restaurant and we will return to enjoy again.
Paco Pica
Have been meaning to stop in since they opened... tried to order take out, but was told they make everything fresh and their ingredients were not meant to be eaten long after they were made. The service is friendly and helpful! I told the server (female) I was vegan and she suggested several options that are not on the menu.. I opted for vegan masa noodles with vegetables. So delicious/fresh!! Will definitely be going back ❤️
Quincy Ayaguna Capoeira
Great traditional flavor comparable to ramen that I ate in Japan. Compared to a few other ramen chain restaurants, Strings is by far one of my favorites.
Mitchell Harvick
Great service and even better ramen. I highly recommend the level 1 hell ramen.
Nabiag A Bato Perlas III
Been here twice and tried the hell ramen level 1 and 2! Taste good and hot! Hell hot�! Im gonna come back for sure and will recommend to my friends and fam! Staff are easy to talk to and friendly.. good job! �
Matt Mitchell
Excellent food and price. I'll be back many, many, many times
Pam Mulhern
Hit or miss. I’ve been here 3 times now, the first 2 times were during the lunch hour and were phenomenal! This last time though was during the dinner rush, and they messed up a few things during out order, but those problems were fixed immediately by the incredibly helpful waiter. I absolutely love their ramen, and definitely plan on returning in the future.
Rachel Anderson
YUM YUM! Love it here! Reminds me of Japan-great food and very nice people!
Don Tufano
Extremely tasty food, great vibe, byob, always hoppin' and close to home.
Jessy Wu
Great location and amazing food! Gyu don and maze soba are all new dishes. So very tasty. �
Justin Zobrosky
The Level 3 Hell Ramen was the perfect mix of pain and pleasure.
Kinzi McElroy
Great food, music, and service! Would come back again!
Karma Elise
Not as good as the one in Chinatown as the portions to me seem smaller but just as tasty.
Ara Bernal
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Jim Keck Howes
Completely incredible. Hell Level 2. Get it, love it. Best ramen I've ever had.
Greg Santos
How do you add 18% gratuity to a party of four????!!!! On top of that, get the explanation that smaller restaurants are doing it. Since when???!!! I go to smaller restaurants all the time, and have never had this happen. Smug reaction from one of the staff members. NEVER going back!!!!
Ming Kit Ngai
Excellent food, Great location, and friendly service.
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