"Oiistar is one of our favorite ramen spots in the city. And while standard options like tonkotsu are great, the best ones here are the unique Oiistar exclusives. There are fusion-y bowls like the Tikkamen with masala, Pozolemen made with chipotle, and the rich mollusk-loaded Musselmen. All of the creative variations pair perfectly with their thin, chewy, housemade noodles. Though the narrow dining space has plenty of tables and bar seats, it fills up around dinner time, so plan to leave work a little early for a “doctor’s appointment” if you want to beat the rush." - sam faye, adrian kane, john ringor