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Akahoshi Ramen, Chicago, IL
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Akahoshi Ramen

$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    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

What 388 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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Japanese

  • Chicago

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Akahoshi Ramen offers a delightful dining experience with "best ramen in the city" and a "phenomenal" atmosphere. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "incredible flavors," making it a "must-visit" spot. Known for its "fresh ingredients" and "perfectly balanced broths," Akahoshi continues to impress ramen lovers.

388 Reviews
  1. Oscar

    VIP

    Chicago

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the spicy miso ramen special with the egg. It was delicious. My date had the tantan noodles with no meat and it was flavorful and very tasty. We also had Nippon 75 and Toki Highballl. Both were yummy. This is on my shortlist of places to go back to.

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  2. Veronica

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food in a great atmosphere, can't wait to go back!

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  3. James

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Akahoshi makes the best ramen I’ve ever had—the best ramen in the city!

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  4. Angel

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely worth it! Best ramen in town and I’ve been to all the top spots. Wife got the miso and she loved it. I got the Midwest shoyu 🔥

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  5. Greg

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed this ramen. Very fresh ingredients and great flavor. We tried the spicy duck special, and the Midwest shoyu. The service was great and the restaurant was very nice.

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  6. maura

    VIP

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place only gets better the longer it is open. I love taking everyone I know here. Not only is the food amazing but the atmosphere makes it so you just wanna hang out. The service is always on point and it never ceases to amaze me that everyone seems to be into their job here. Excited for the February special already!!

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  7. Sam

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great as usual. Had the duck special. Fantastic execution and the noodles are superb.

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  8. Jenny

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was one of the best ramen experiences I’ve ever had in my life!!! I got the Midwest Shoyu and it was incredible. The broth was so delicious and the chashu was perfectly charred. I often struggle with too big of a portion in ramen places but this was just right. Service was amazing and so quick!

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  9. TatumL

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Akahoshi is an absolute must-visit. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted by the warmth of the staff, the ambience, and the smell of the most delicious ramen you will experience in Chicago - or maybe anywhere! I was seated at the counter facing the kitchen and it was a marvel to watch each bowl put together with such care and attention. The drinks are fantastic - from cocktails to smooth sake, and the food… I’ll be dreaming of it from now until the next time I’m able to come in. The flavors & textures present your mouth with a WORLD of excitement and comfort. Everything about Akahoshi feels intentional and carefully done. Not to mention, everyone who works here is kind, attentive, but not overbearing or pushy in the slightest, allowing you to savor every minute of your experience. I could go on and on forever, but you just have to come see for yourself!!

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  10. Monse

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! Amazing service. Very pleased with the flavors and quality of the food.

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FAQs

Akahoshi Ramen is rated 4.8 stars by 388 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Akahoshi Ramen

2340 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-2906

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    California and Fullerton
  • Neighborhood
    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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