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Akahoshi Ramen, Chicago, IL
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Akahoshi Ramen

$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
Akahoshi Ramen is a humble ramen shop in the city of Chicago. Everything is made in the restaurant, including all soups, seasonings, toppings, and noodles.

We are not an authentic ramen shop, though we value the history of ramen, and our ramen is influenced by its past and its future potential. The dish, popularized in Japan after World War 2, is symbolic of both struggle and perseverance. It is both a simple dish, and a fantastically complex one that we treat with reverence and respect.

Roughly translating to “Red Star,” the name “Akahoshi” is a love letter to two cities; Sapporo, Hokkaido, where red stars adorn city monuments, and Chicago, Illinois, where the red star decorates the city flag. Our ramen is influenced by Japanese and American ideals in cooking.

We hope you will join us to enjoy a bowl of ramen, made with the respect and passion it deserves.

Why they're an Icon

From the OpenTable editors: One of Bon Appétit's 2024 best new restaurants in America, this Logan Square spot is the brainchild of Mike Satinover, better known as "Ramen Lord" to the fan base he built up over a decade posting about ramen on Reddit. Get comfortable at one of the spacious booths, or watch the action at the counter overlooking the kitchen, and choose from four different ramens like the Akahoshi Miso, with pork chashu and bamboo shoots. Each bowl is made with incredible attention to detail, showcasing just how nuanced ramen can be.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Ramen
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Website
    https://www.akahoshiramen.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    2340 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-2906
  • Area
    Logan Square
  • Cross Street
    California and Fullerton
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    California Blue Line Stop
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

Menu

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What 348 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Japanese

  • Chicago

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Akahoshi Ramen in Chicago is a must-visit for ramen enthusiasts. With "phenomenal" flavors and "top-notch" service, this spot offers dishes like the Akahoshi Miso and soupless tantanmen that are "miles ahead" of competitors. The fresh, homemade noodles and complex broths create an "incredible" dining experience, so reservations are recommended.

348 Reviews

  1. Jessie

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 incredible. hands down best ramen in chicago

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  2. Sandy

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great experience at Akahoshi Ramen. Casper was wonderful and attentive! We sat at the counter and enjoyed sipping on our delicious cocktails as we watched the ramen being made! My husband enjoyed the midwestern ramen and I had the Akahoshi. It was SO delicious that my husband had a second round of ramen. HIGHLY recommend and cannot wait to visit here again. Until then, I’ll be dreaming about it.

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  3. Sasha

    Grand Rapids

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious ramen and great service. The handmade noodles are amazing in texture and flavor, and the miso broth, their OG, was super tasty. My only complaint is that I wasn't able to try more of the ramen they offer! Can't wait to go back!

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  4. Makenna

    Columbus

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Akahoshi was definitely worth the wait. I highly recommend trying their Midwest ramen and specials. Will definitely be going back!

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  5. Ariel

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my 4th time dining here and it never gets old or stale. It’s always a fun adventure and truly tastes perfect. I brought a few new friends here and they raved about the umami flavors!

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  6. c

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible from Start to finish! The food was excellent and they were able to make pork free dishes that truly wowed my guests!

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  7. Riz

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, service was fantastic, will absolutely be back. Noodles and egg were the absolute best I’ve ever had.

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  8. Carla

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fully enjoyed my miso ramen and side of chatsu rice. Server was exceptional and provided great explanations between the choices.

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  9. Scooby Doo

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my favorite restaurants, hands down. Mike and his team are exceptional, passionate, and have fun while they’re at it, too. The menu is carefully curated, limited by design yet still so thoughtful in its execution that there is something for everybody. The monthly specials are a great showcase, but no matter what, one must try the Akahoshi Miso. It’s classic, layered, rich, and everything you’d want in a bowl. The noodles are made in house (as is everything else) and perfectly chewy. On top of that, the entire team is just really great, always so welcoming, and just a lot of fun whether talking about the menu, creative ideas, or just shooting the breeze.

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  10. Michael

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been making an effort to visit Akahoshi every month to try the new special. The November special (a Yuzu Shio) was a very light, but powerful aromatic broth. Very refreshing!

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FAQs

Akahoshi Ramen is rated 4.8 stars by 348 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Akahoshi Ramen

2340 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-2906

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    California and Fullerton
  • Area
    Logan Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Ramen
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    California Blue Line Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access
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