
4
"While much of Japanese cuisine is steeped in history and tradition, ramen — an interpretation of Chinese noodle soups — is a relatively modern genre that leaves room for playfulness and innovation. That ethos has resulted in creations like birria ramen, a social media-informed cultural mashup that made its way to Chicago amid a wave of trendy birria dishes. TacoSur, which opened in spring 2023, serves a top-notch version featuring flash-fried instant noodles in rich, meaty broth." - Naomi Waxman
