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Kajiken Chicago
Japanese restaurant · South Loop ·
Kajiken, a Japanese Chain Specializing in Soup-Less Ramen, Opens in Chicago | Eater Chicago
"Inside Chinatown Square I found a bright, vibrant space with light wood and modern finishes where Kajiken recently debuted in Chicago. I note the Japanese chain—which has more than 100 locations and helped spread abura soba (ramen served without broth) with spots in Baltimore and near San Francisco—specializes in customizable soupless bowls with toppings like chashu, eggs, chili oil, and bamboo shoots. There’s also a bevy of appetizers, including karaage and deep-fried squid, alongside traditional ramen soup, and the shop arrives just in time for summer." - Ashok Selvam
