RAKKAN Ramen

Vegetarian and vegan friendly. Broth is rich and refreshing, with a hint of mushroom and anchovies. Nice chewy noodles. Attentive to details. Chili oil at the table was awesome.

They have tons of vegan options that are clearly labeled. The food came out quick, service was great, and the whole place was just so chill. If I lived in Chicago I’d eat here once a week.

Hot fresh and clean authentic Japanese food . Service is excellent. street parking. Recommend to try with your friends and family..

Every dish I tried had care and thought put into it, and the drinks were crisp and fresh. Cindy provided great service for my meal, and the vibe is relaxing with a laquered and open wood decor, accompanied by chill-hop and acoustic tunes.

The ramen here was incredible! All the broth are super flavorful, the pork was perfectly cooked, and the flexibility to swap pork out for fried chicken is amazing! Their appetizers are also spot on! Highly recommend checking them out!

This is a pretty solid ramen place if you’re in the area and looking for some Japanese fare. They have calories on all the menu items, which I think is wonderful and something more restaurants should do—it’s just helpful! The service was good and the interior space has an appealing Japanese style with a lot of wood. The ramen here hit the spot, but it wasn’t incredible, it’s decent. I wasn’t particularly pleased with the small amount of protein included. It had to have been like 2 ounces vs. a more typical 6 ounces, nor was the pork impressive in taste or texture. The menu is on the larger side, so I might be back to try some of the other items that looked appetizing.

Pretty decent ramen place, nothing amazing though. The appetizers (takoyaki and veggie spicy dumplings) were tasty and good for sharing with friends. We also had two rice bowls (spicy tuna, fried chicken) and two ramen bowls (spicy garnet ramen, which is a creamy broth with pork and mild spiciness). The food in these pictures were shared among 3 people. They also have vegan rice and noodle options, which is nice because most ramen places don't have that.

I had mixed feelings about the service in this restaurant, we almost got overcharged because we ordered a desert on the way out, to go, instead of $10 we got a bill for $40. One of the waitresses acted annoyed when we asked her for a box, probably because she was not the one serving our table… The food is great though, best mochi I’ve ever tried, ramen was amazing as well, if I had a choice I would rather tip the chefs instead of the waiters.

I was excited to find that there was a RAKKAN here in Chicago after having a great experience at the DTLA location. Even more excited to find that there is consistency across the chain. The vegan spicy Garnet was just as delicious as the first time I had it. Tried the vegan gyoza too and they were tasty. Get the Yuzu lemonade! Brian, our waiter, was such a doll!

Cute ramen spot that has some great appetizers. I heard about this ramen spot and walked by it a few times. I'm always hesitant with ramen spots because most places charge a lot for noodles. I would have to say this spot is average for pricing of their ramen. So not crazy expensive, but still paying something for ramen. The ramen itself were pretty good. I wouldn't say it was outstanding or amazing but if you want to eat some noodles on a cold day, this will do the trick. My favorite part of the meal was actually our appetizers. The takoyaki and karaage were delicious! They both are fried and breaded which can't go wrong. The sauce they both come with are also a nice added taste to the dish. I think what could elevate this place is adding tv's to the bar as they have great small bites and offer alcohol, but maybe they like it as it is. Plus then they don't have to worry about people hanging around too long or dealing with people drinking. Overall, decent ramen spot but the appetizers were the real stars of the show.

The ramen here is above par. The noodles seem to be made in house and have incredible texture and flavor. The miso broth is packed with richness. I appreciated that the ramen wasn't over complicated, just a few classic toppings (I added some extra egg). The service was also wonderful, everyone was super kind and friendly. The restaurant itself has a great atmosphere, clean and modern.

Ramen was tasty but nothing special. We tried 3 different types - Amber, Pearl and Garnett. Bowls say "Tokyo" which is a cute touch. Free refills on the green tea were much appreciated. Understaffed for the high volume of in-person customer and take out orders. We went on a Wednesday at 7pm. We were a party of 3 seated and ordered, yet a party of 7 seated after us got their food and drinks before we did. We waited over 40 minutes for our ramen bowls. Probably will not go back.

It gets harder and harder to write reviews for ramen places, I'm not really WOWed anymore the way I used to be every time I have ramen but it doesn't mean it's not good or enjoyable, I think perhaps I'm too desensitized to it? Like rakkan was yummy and I finished my bowl plus extra noodles, I got the spicy quartz ramen, but it wasn't particularly unique or special, but solidly delicious. I do wish the ramen had more toppings, it had crispy garlic, bamboo shoots, green onions, pork, and egg. It's not the best ramen I've had in Chicago tbh but it's solid. Ugh I feel like I'm not doing a great job of describing it but say you want a big bowl of ramen after a tough climbing session during winter? Rakkan is the place for you! Don't forget to give other restaurants in the argyle strip some love though, there are many sparkling gems along the whole street. Ugh idk, long Chris what do you think? Flavorful, I like the pork, I like the texture of the noodles, toppings were good (shrugs) I think so too long Chris, I think so too

The ramen noodle itself here is decent - I feel like the broth is lacking a bit more flavor (I mean I get it, it's all vegetable broth) but still - I wish there was that creaminess or just somehow some more flavor was incorporated. I really enjoyed their takoyaki and their pork belly bun was mediocre. Regardless, the atmosphere is simple and clean, staff/service was also decent. Overall, I'd recommend if it's convenient for you or if you happen to be in the neighborhood to dine here but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat their ramen.

The food was absolutely delicious and the decor is beautiful! Sydney our server was great as well, and personable. It was our first time and she was very helpful and knowledgeable with the menu! We definitely will be back again!! Also the drinks were great as well. I recommend the seasonal Alaskan Amber it was super smooth and tasty!

Met a friend here for lunch and was recommended the Garnet Ramen. It was a light, tasty broth - but not as rich as I would have liked. It had ample noodles, too much I think. I would have preferred more veggies, seasoned egg, and pork in my dish. I would eat here again but only if invited, it's not a Ramen place I myself would frequent.

Finally got to try Rakkan Ramen for the first time and it was super yummy! The Quartz ramen was creamy and flavorful (but it tasted bette when cold strangely lol), the karaage was crispy and flakey!, we got shrimp shumai and takoyaki as an appetizer and they were flavorful and well presented. The service was great and the food came out SUPER fast. Can't wait to drop by and try more of their ramen flavors!

Great late night spot option if you're in the area. They close at 11pm on Fridays (can't speak for the entire weekend but Friday for sure). Their appetizers were our favorite ! Probably some of the most delectable dumplings I've had in a while. Their pork buns were good too, but were a little on the cold side (not surprising considering were there an hour before closing). The ramen itself was tasty. Great broth of umami flavors. We weren't the biggest fan of their noodles. They are a different style and look to be more thin and wheat like than the usual. It wasn't bad just not our first choice of noodle. Excellent service with a clean and spacious restaurant!

The restaurant is beautifully decorated and clean. The service was amazing as was the food. There is a nice selection of sake. Will definitely return.

This is a nice little ramen shop on the less busy side of town. It's quiet inside but the ambiance is nice enough for a casual date night. We were seated very quickly and our waiter was very attentive. We all enjoyed our ramen and the chicken bao buns were to die for.

Was really in the mood for some ramen after the weather in Chicago started to dip in temps. Came here on a weekend around early dinner time and was seated immediately. Service was nice and the space is clean and a pretty casual vibe. Ordered the takoyaki which I feel like is always solid and a bit hard to mess up at most Japanese spots. A nice appetizer. As for the ramen itself, I ordered the spicy garnet which I liked. Definitely interesting that all the broths are vegan which is great for all those non-meat eaters. Really impressed with how strong the umami flavor. I still think meat broth (pork, beef, even chicken/fish) is generally more intense and rich than this, but I was not mad at all with this. I'd definitely come back again if I'm in the area and in the mood for ramen. Definitely a spot I'd recommend for vegetarians/vegans. Also some interesting specials that I might check out down the road.

Good ramen and a wide selection. I did a veggie option and I felt like it could have had more flavor but I also realized I had a veggie option so there's that. Service and ambiance nice. They validate your parking so you get to park in a lot right next door for free.

The Queen is also Queen of Ramen and decided to treat me to some at this place. It is a cute and unassuming spot on Broadway. Stepping inside, we were met with all of this cool wood décor. The space itself is narrow, but cozy with nice ambiance. La J said that the space looked like the restaurants you would see in traditional places in Japan (see watches a lot of Asian food shows on YouTube). At the time we went, it wasn't busy, so we were immediately greeted and seated. The server was nice as he was on top of us, checking on us every so often, making sure everything was ok. As we never pass up a chance to get gyoza and we got the pork ones....they were absolutely delicious! I like a good gyoza and these were nice. They had a nice crispy that had a great crunch to them. They were nicely filled, and the flavor was full of punch. We also got the Takoyaki...these are always a favorite of ours and these did not disappoint. The presentation was a lovely and they were also tasty. Side story on the Takoyaki...the very first time I ordered them, I didn't know that they were covered in rice paper. They were brought out to our table and all I saw was movement on the plate. The heated paper was contracting as it cooled and was moving. I swear I thought the dish was alive! HAHAHAHA! Fortunately, this was presented to us not alive and was delish. We also got the pork buns....they were just ok, not a lot of flavor for me, but the meat was tender. At $6 a bun, I would most likely not get this again. I ordered the Quartz ramen as some of the others described the broth as having a sardine flavor....not a fan of that. The broth was sort of like a Tonkotsu broth, but not as rich or creamy broth. But that is to be expected since the broth base was veggie. But it was still very good. The pork topping had good flavor too. The dish came with the Rakkan noodles, which had a different texture for me. I guess because they are wheat based, this changed the experience for me. While this was a good dish, I think I would have enjoyed it more probably with the rice noodles. The next time I order this, I will get those instead. The Queen got the Spicy Quartz, but she said she didn't think it was all that spicy. She ended up adding chili oil to hers, but she loved it. Overall, the experience, the service and the food were excellent! The prices are a little on the higher side based on other places we have gone to, but the quality of the food overall was very good. I would definitely come back here again and we are going tonight for dinner.

Rakkan's 'pearl' broth is very light, not super rich like most ramen. It's fishier, like that Korean street food where they give you skewers with fish cakes on them and a little cup of soup to dip them in. The combination of the fish cake and that cup of soup is what this broth tastes like. It's a nice change if you don't want to be in a ramen coma afterward - I've really only had three ramen dishes where I felt light and airy afterward: this one, a vegan one at Ramen Hood in LA, and the 'white' ramen at Nishida Sho-ten in NYC. The egg is a little overdone but has the right soy-and-yolk drenched flavor. The noodles are perfectly al dente, skinny, and not clumpy even in a takeout container. The pork is fine - could be fattier, but it's fine. I feel lucky to have this place in my walkable radius.

This is a pretty solid ramen place if you're in the area and looking for some Japanese fare. They have calories on all the menu items, which I think is wonderful and something more restaurants should do--it's just helpful! The service was good and the interior space has an appealing Japanese style with a lot of wood. The ramen here hit the spot, but it wasn't incredible, it's decent. I wasn't particularly pleased with the small amount of protein included. It had to have been like 2 ounces vs. a more typical 6 ounces, nor was the pork impressive in taste or texture. The menu is on the larger side, so I might be back to try some of the other items that looked appetizing.

I had the Spicy Garnet Vegan ramen, mango mochi, and a strawberry lemonade, and everything was absolutely delicious!

i'd give this a strong 3.5 if half stars could be given. food: 3.5 service: 5 ambiance: 4 great service and spot is nice, love the wood in the decor. the ramen was pretty tasty but i felt it wasn't very spicy at all and maybe also not as hot as i'd love it (especially during a cold winter night). and sadly the protein portion was quite small. but i'd come back and try some of the other things on the menu for sure.

We went for the gluten free noodles. We ordered ramen with GF noodles and a seaweed salad. Salad came out and we dug in and it was fine (salad under, not cucumber). Then server came back as we finished the salad to tell us they were out of GF noodles. We canceled our order and told her we didn't want anything else. We waited about 10 minutes before I finally started trying to wave her down to ask her for the bill. I'm not sure why she didn't bring it and she was surprised when I asked. While the food was fine, we won't be going back. There are too many good places in the area.

We enjoyed this ramen spot! Great place for a quick pre-show dinner walkable from the Rivieamra theatre. Seevicecwas good, ramen and dumplings were delicious. My partner enjoyed a cute beer flight and I had a lovely cocktail. My spicy ramen wasn't very spicy, but there was chili oil on the table and I added my own heat.

I've had Rakkan once before in Southern California and I was excited to see that they've expanded to Chicago and putting their very first location in this city right in Uptown where I live. This area lacks a ramen place, so the thought I'd be within a 5 minute walk to this place is great. I tried coming here initially on their grand opening, but it was way too busy, so I chose to wait until the hype died down. Came here with a friend on 9/25 around 8:30pm, and the place had a small amount of customers.. expected on a rainy Sunday night. I do appreciate that they are open until 10pm on Sundays and during the week, and 11pm on Friday and Saturday nights respectively. Things tend to close way too early around here in my opinion, so this option is great. I hope they don't change it at any point to close earlier. Anyways, my friend and I both ordered the same ramen bowl: the spicy garnet (w/ miso sauce). Considering it said "spicy and hot!" on the menu, I genuinely thought it would be hotter. I asked the server if we could make it hotter than average and she said to just use the chili oil that was in the table. That was kind of a bummer to me. Anyways, I'm in between a 3 and 4 rating on this place, because I feel like the broth could have been a little more flavorful, I feel like they should be able to make it spicier in the kitchen, and lastly, I was disappointed in the bowl size. I think for $15.50, the bowl could have been slightly bigger. I walked out of that place spending $20 with the tip, and I was still actually hungry. Normally when I eat ramen, I get full pretty quickly! I'll return to try the other stuff, but I'm slightly underwhelmed. Giving them the benefit of the doubt since this is the first ramen place to open up in the area that I've been excited about.

The latest restaurant to open up in Uptown near Little Vietnam is Rakkan Ramen, an Izakaya-styled Japanese restaurant that has more than just some bowls of ramen. Of course, the wait was a little long on a Friday evening, but that's to be expected when the place opened 5 days prior. Once we were seated, we were able to see the full menu to see what's good and what's passable. Few things to mention: they got a sweet combo deal where you can get a ramen bowl along with a rice bowl OR side for under $22. Great deal especially once you see how big those ramen bowls are. Also, there's a full bar of drink options, including some authentic Japanese beers on draft (Sapporo, Kirin and Asahi), sake (hot & cold), plum wine and other liquors. They do have sake and Japanese whiskey flights on the menu as well. Great to choose if you have some friends who are willing to partake in these drinks. Sorry tho, no byob. Sushi options are present on the menu as well. Few ramen bowls are on the menu but it is nice to see that vegan alternatives are available, including a seasonal creamy ramen bowl to order until late November. As for the ramen itself, so very tasty and filling! I got the Pearl bowl that came with a pork belly and seasoned egg. Ask for some pepper flakes if you wanna spice your bowl up. I ordered the combo with the Karaage as my side. Such a great choice! I would definitely come back to try their spicy ramen bowl! Lovely place for a date night or a lunch/dinner hangout. Waiter was very attentive, asking us about our meal every so often which was nice. They're open relatively late too, until 11pm on Fridays. Welcome to Uptown, Rakkan!

This has been our go to Ramen place since we discovered it. Great apps, great tasting broth and good kids menu. We ordered Ramen again last night and I am not sure what happened, but the Ramen noodles were not the same they normally use or as so shown in pictures. They did not look like they were made in house but rather store bought. Broth was still good, but disappointed that noodles were not the same.

Solid ramen with a veggie based broth which we didn't realize until later! A nice late night option walking distance from the Green Mill Bar. Staff was nice and place was clean. Would recommend anyone looking for a hot ramen fix on a cold night!

Tell your kids, tell your wife -- Rakkan Ramen is coming to Chicago's Uptown! Launching to the public on Monday, August 22, 2022. Talk about a beautiful date for a grand opening! My partner and I were graciously invited for their soft opening this weekend. We ordered two cocktails and appetizers to start: watermelon mojito and their yuzu mule + takoyaki balls and brussel sprout salad. Portions are generous and flavors were amazing. I could go on but I think the photos speak for themselves. My partner ordered the spicy creamy ramen while I ordered the highly recommended spicy garnet. We ended up swapping because I preferred the lovely layers of the creamy ramen (loved the notes of mushroom) and my partner loved the spice of the garnet. The staff were warm, friendly and accommodating. Can't wait to come back for their drinks and try the rest of their menu. Goes without saying that a hearty veggie-based ramen broth has been a long time coming. I love that I can come here with my vegetarian and vegan friends and there are plenty of options for everyone to enjoy! *extra loud slurps*

This may make sense to those who are of my generation and perhaps even older; have you ever experienced wanting a good old fashioned simple and greasy hamburger or cheeseburger but have found it difficult to find one? Too many places you go, they have created 'gourmet' burgers with 'inspiration' from various places. While these are good/decent, you just want your good, old, original, simple hamburger! That out of the way, imagine the same for Japanese food. I'm not a Japanese cuisine specialist by any means however I do know some flavors since I grew up in Tokyo. I so miss the tori no karaage (chicken karaage) but everywhere I have been to (not too many to be fair), it's way too Americanized which is ok but come on, someone's got to have authentic or close to authentic chicken karaage. I honestly gave up on Japanese food (Japanese curry rice, ramen, chicken karaage and takoyaki) in the US till I came across Rakkan Ramen. The founder, Ryohei Ito brought the idea of Rakkan Ramen with one goal in mind; bring authentic Japanese food to the world. Is the chicken karaage exactly how I remember having it in Tokyo growing up or on my various trips back there? I'd say 98% yes. The 2% is probably the type of chicken available here, the oils, water, etc. No nonsense specially made aolis drizzled on top and topped with tiny things to make it pretty; Rakkan Ramen's chicken karaage is as close as it gets to what you get in Japan. So let's get on with it. It was about 2 or 3 months ago, a friend and I visited Rakkan Ramen based on reviews and I figured let's check it out. You enter and you are transported to Japan with the word, Irrashaimase coming out of the staff's mouth within the first 2 seconds that you enter the door. OMG. I AM LOVING IT SO FAR. We are seated way back in the corner (which I don't mind. I'm an introvert anyway). We ordered the takoyaki which was outstanding. We also ordered a side of the chicken karaage (which I have already described above). We each ordered a ramen. I ordered the Amber. The broth was a BOMB. While vegan, the flavor profile it had was so Japanese and outstanding. The seasoned egg was PERFECTLY done. The bamboo shoots, hmmmm, that crunch in your mouth and lastly the chachu (grilled pork). The chachu I will say I've had better at other spots in the US. The actual noodles too I think there are spots that have better ones. Overall, this ramen HIT THE SPOT and I felt like I found a JACKPOT. Fast forward a while later, I went in solo for a lunch special on a Friday afternoon and ordered the Pearl ramen AND of course, my chicken karaage. The karaage again was exactly how it was the first time I had it. The ramen too was so amazing. Salty (not too salty but just right) and truly umami. One additional thing I wish Rakkan would do is to start adding wakame. This is the wet/soft seaweed that is a common ingredient across Japan in ramen, udon and miso soups. I have yet to come across a Japanese restaurant in the US that serves wakame (again, I have probably tried at most 50 Japanese restaurants in the US and I know there are thousands) I am so glad to have found this place. Now that I'm back, I plan on having my ramen fix every other week for a Friday lunch.

I think the last thing anyone thinks of heading over by Argyle is Japanese food, but if you're looking for a classier ramen this is the place. Everything here screams date night, from the lighting to the interior design. Bun was mediocre but how's the ramen? Broth has a nice richness with some complex flavors, but not too heavy. Toppings are a little sparce for me but they really pile the bamboo and scallions and they aren't the cheapy veg you get at other spots. Pork isn't what I usually like in my chashu but it is really flavorful and of a quality beyond a lot of places. Really solid draft list as well, but I will be honest, the food here is rather expensive. That being said, the quality of ingredients, atmosphere and service matches so I'd say it's worthwhile on occasion as opposed to somewhere like Ramen-san downtown, which has comparable prices. Save this for a date night with your Ramen Loving SO or a nice work lunch to impress the boss.

My friend and I love ramen and we wanted to get some before our Babymetal concert. Luckily this place wasn't far from the Aragon Ballroom that we decided to try this place out! The inside of the place felt very cozy with nice ambiance and I love that they side seating to emulate the restaurants in Japan. At the time we went, it wasn't busy so we were immediately greeted and seated. Our waitress was very kind and came to check on us every so often, making sure everything was ok. We ordered the pork gyoza and they were absolutely delicious! The outside was so nice and crispy that had a great crunch to them. I've had many gyozas before where they were somewhere in between soft and nicely cooked. But this was definitely on the more well done side, which I like. The filling was packed full and with plenty of flavor that I didn't really need the dipping sauce. I wanted to try their takoyaki but they were unfortunately out that day. I ordered the normal Quartz ramen, which is similar to tonkotsu with its rich, creamy broth. And wow, this was really good!! The broth was so good by itself, but adding a little bit of chili oil just elevated the flavor even more. I normally don't drink all of the broth because of the sodium, but with this I had to stop myself from doing so. The pork topping had good flavor too and the green onion and bamboo shoots were a great addition! Overall, the experience, the service and the food were excellent! I would definitely come back here again.

Me and my friends came in for their grand opening and got some free tasty ramen and other sides! Our favorite broths would be the spicy creamy which tastied like mushrooms and the pearl which was so good as one of their clear broths in comparison to the amber. All the ramens had the same topping of bamboo, soft boiled egg, and pork which we wished there were more to like seaweed or corn. We really enjoyed their takoyaki! Definitely a different kind we haven't seen before where they were like 3/4 of a ball. We loved how crispy the gyoza was and liked the touch of lemon added to the dish. The grilled pork bowl had a smokey flavor and was a little on the saltier side, but paired well with the amount of rice given. It was also topped with mayo so super yummy because we love japanese mayo. The spicy tuna rice bowl was well seasoned, but wish it was more in a poke form than like sushi since it was minced pretty small. One letdown was the lychee margarita which had no lychee taste to it at all. The staff was really nice and they did a great job in handling their grand opening day!

Pleasantly surprised to see so many vegan/vegetarian options. The mushroom bao was super tasty. Also enjoyed a small tuna bowl for a snack. Service was quick and friendly. Definitely want to go back for ramen!

NEW RAMEN SPOT - opened a few months @rakkan_ramen Argyle, Chicago (sponsored) BENEFITS: - all dishes have calories counted , small / large portions to choose from, & vegan alternatives - all ramen broths are made from veggies: dashi, mushroom, carrot, onion, ginger, garlic. Umami flavors are bright in through various onion/garlic/sesame oils - they have delicious vegan gyozas and limited edition vegan baos (see video) that taste just like meat but are not! - seasonal limited-time items are here till 3/31 only including the spicy curry ramen I had and the vegan bao - service is insanely fast, we could've been in & out in 30 mins if we wanted to - variety of noodles available i.e original, gluten free, or veggie made with kale & spinach HIGHLIGHTS IN ORDER OF FAVES: Amber ramen - made with soy sauce & umami sauce (reminds me of Japan & very light) Brussel Sprout - fried brussel sprouts with black pepper & sesame. Huge platter buffet than my face. Dip in their house made soy ponzu sauce or my favorite sesame sauce (like @kewpie) Vegan meat bao (really juicy) -limited time Fried Chicken (HUGE chunk of chicken thigh meat, fried really well) Yuzu lemonade Spicy curry ramen (not really spicy) - limited time Japanese beers (Sapporo)

Solid spot, but I wouldn't get again for ramen, as it can't touch Kameya. I did like the different kinds of bases you can get, but would rather have a good miso. I did enjoy the chicken bun and dumplings quite a bit.

GREAT new ramen spot in Uptown! So excited that this opened on Broadway, and hope that business will continue to be strong. The interior of the restaurant is very sleek and clean. Service was very friendly and explained the menu very well. Really enjoyed the ramen that we ordered & it came out so fast! Prices are fair for the food / area and will definitely be coming back to try more! 10/10

New business alert! Yum! A perfect addition to Uptown. Rakkan Ramen brings ramen to a heavily saturated pho neighborhood. Almost half the menu has a veg/vegan option, in addition to substitutes for the traditional noodles too. Try they iced green tea- it's almost matcha! Also, try the whiskey flight!

This was the perfect dinner spot for a cold Chicago night! The hostess and wait staff were incredibly friendly. The space was clean and able to accommodate many parties. We did a walk in during peak dinner time and were seated immediately! We ordered an array of things to share, and everything was amazing. We started with a bottle of Sparkling Sake. Then we had Takoyaki, Spicy Beef Gyoza, Pork Bun, and Spicy Tuna Bites. Everything was great! We used spoonfuls from the small pot of spicy chili oil that was kept on the table on everything! We concluded with the Spicy Garnet which was a hot and flavorful bowl of Ramen. Perfect dinner date!

So excited to have a ramen place in the neighborhood. I ordered the takoyaki, quartz ramen and an iced green tea. The staff was friendly, and the interior space is very handsome. The takoyaki was creamy and delicious, served at the perfect temperature. The quartz ramen had a really rich, creamy broth - hard to believe it's vegetarian. The char siu pork was a pleasant surprise, not slimy or undercooked like some places. And the noodles had a little more body and texture - everything complimented the rest. I didn't order it this time, but the karaage looks tempting. Strongly recommend this place - welcome to the neighborhood!

Delicious. Amazing service. Would 11/10 recommend that you come here, for dinner, a first date, it doesn't matter. It will be worthwhile.

Came here with some friends for their grand opening in Uptown. Was very excited for the plant-based broth and was not disappointed. I usually have a hard time finishing ramen because the soup can be too rich for me at times. Soup was well-made and the meat/side to noodle ratio was perf. There is also a combo meal with ramen and a rice dish that is decently priced for 2 people. And after all was said and done, I wasn't super thirsty so that was also a good sign :)

Came in here one afternoon for a nice snack by myself. It was pretty empty in the afternoon. I ordered a sale flight and asked the opinion of my server on if they preferred the upgrade. They didn't have an answer for me. Overall food was good. Got a couple of apps.

The space is cozy, and the staff is friendly. I came here since they had ample vegetarian options. They had a vegan bun that I devoured, perfectly cooked and well seasoned. I opted for the Spicy Garnet Vegan ramen. It was not overly spiced but had a great kick to it. Surprisingly a great portion of food that I was able to finish a good amount of without feeling over stuffed. If you are in the area it is a great meal on a cold day.

I love the ambiance in here, casual cool but cozy. The staff was so friendly, and I was surprised at how much seating they have. The appetizers were delicious - really flavorful vegan gyoza and great spicy tuna bowl as well. I loved the ramen. We tried the spicy miso and the soy. Delicious broth and incredibly perfect noodles (they are a wheat noodle).

Excellent takeout option for ramen: easy online ordering, well-packaged (toppings separate) and they thoughtfully waited until I had arrived to pour the hot broth. Reasonably priced, good portion size. Highly recommend the SPICY GARNET (Miso ramen), $16.50. Rich, flavorful broth with a pleasant kick (next time I'm excited to add extra spice for $2). The fried garlic was a lovely touch. Also liked the AMBER (shoyu), $15.95. It was tasty and very clean (veggie based broth, like all their options). I find miso in general more complex and flavorful than shoyu, so it's a personal preference. The space itself looked clean and pleasant, and the staff I met were friendly, so will try to eat-in next time and update.

I've eaten at Rakken twice. Had both the miso and the soy broth. Both are very good and have lots if depth. Decor is great, upscale for a Ramen restaurant. Bakken is part of a small national chain, and they've clearly maximized their men for the most flavor. Interesting that Rakken is in an aera of Chicago known for Thai, Vietnamese and other Asian fare. Also had the Octopus balls as an appetizer each time. Decadent and excellent.

By far the best vegan ramen I've had in Chicago! The broth so rich and creamy and complex

Firstly I want to say that the ramen and the drink I ordered were both delicious and the service of the staff was excellent. If you are someone who is gluten intolerant, or has celiac disease you need to think twice before eating here. The server explained that they cook the gluten free noodles in the same water they cook the regular noodles in. I still chose to eat it, and therefore I accept the responsibility for being very sick for days ever since. I sincerely hope the restaurant reconsiders this practice and puts a second pot of water on to boil for the gluten free noodles in the future. Until that time, I sadly will not be able to return to eat here. TLDR if you are gluten free for any medical reasons (ie not just some dumb diet fad) then you're not safe to eat here.

Water: tasted like mildewy rags Wild Lychee Cocktail: 2/5; way too sweet Spicy Garnet Ramen: 4/5; mostly good! Uneven temperature, odd flavor in bamboo shoots. Service: good, friendly and fast Ambiance: pretty good. Restroom journey was a bit odd.

Straight off the bat, the food is great here. Not the best ramen I've had but this spot is similar to other ramens I've had.The rich broth, the grilled chashu, the noodles, and service was great. The interior is roomy with tables for groups or themselves. If you're in the area go here for a meet up or a night out. It's like every other ramen spot with generic noodles and ramen bowls. The portions were plentiful and tasty. I would go here again if I'm hungry but overall it's great ramen and for a good price as well.

The 3/5 (6/10) is mostly for the ramen itself. It was just ok! I enjoyed mine but my partners dish was just nit really too tasty. He asked to replace his with what I got. Really nice ambience and vibe. Interior is super warm and welcoming. Our server was really kind and did a great job!