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Oiistar

Ramen Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, and Japanese Restaurant$$$$

Wicker Park, Chicago

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Oiistar

8.5^/10

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Ranked #3 for ramen restaurants in Chicago
"The pork belly bun is fantastic"(6 Tips)
"sweet fried chicken and oiistar ramen"(3 Tips)
"Fried garlic chicken is tasty."(3 Tips)
"... buns are the best! Umami ramen (spicy miso) is my favorite, but get the..."(2 Tips)

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Peter HardersMarch 8, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Enjoyed eating at the bar and the staff's recommendations. Devoured the Oiistar ramen with pork belly. It needed heat so ask for a side of their house made spicy paste.
Time Out ChicagoJanuary 18, 2018
Long, blond wood bar; small, rectangular menu card; booze lineup; pork belly buns; pork-packed ramen crowned with an oozing soft-boiled egg. We almost don’t mind that they’re served in mason jars. Read more
Daniel CrumJuly 2, 2017
I really enjoyed Oiistar, but I wish they had more non-spicy options for us normies. I had several buns, the Umami, & an "Oiimoji" -- all delicious.
Stacy Bo BacyJanuary 6
Pork belly buns are the best! Umami ramen (spicy miso) is my favorite, but get the flavor you prefer. Food tastes best when the tables are busy and kitchen is moving quickly.
ben mNovember 9, 2017
Great for lunch during the week. Delicious ramen, in and out quick and you have your pick of the tables or counter.
ISC ChicagoJune 22, 2021
TUNA CARPACCIO (Artichoke, quail egg, black sesame seed paste, daikon sprout)#SupportLocalRestaurants#SupportAsianOwnedRestaurants #AAPIfoodies
ISC ChicagoJune 22, 2021
MUSCLEMEN (SPICY LEVEL 3, Mussels, onion, chili pepper, scallions, bonito miso)#SupportLocalRestaurants#SupportAsianOwnedRestaurants #AAPIfoodies
Jason SearbyFebruary 17, 2014
Fried garlic chicken is huge! You can totally split this delicious dish as an app. I'd like to have things on the spicier side, but all the flavors are solid.
Chris ChoiJanuary 21, 2013
5 Star MaxFood quality : 4 star Service : 5 starPrice : 3.5 starAtmosphere : 3 starCleanness: 5 starIt is like Korean - French food.I will say "" you must try""
Brittany CampbellApril 10, 2013
Wonderfully good! Got the Veggiemen. It was awesome and full of flavor. Large portion sizes (saved some for tomorrows lunch!) Great customer service and friendly waiters.
Lauren ZulloMay 9, 2015
Musselmen ramen was really good. Seafood broth so it felt lighter than traditional ramen broth but still spicy and delicious. Will be back!
Maya Jimenez 😬October 13, 2017
Been here 10+ times
The ramen bowls here are huge! If you like spicy, you can get the suicide spice but be careful! It will make you sweat!
Dana TedescoMarch 7, 2013
Staff Friendly & Welcoming Oso Oseyo! Contemporary Korean. Duck Bun & Poached Pear Best! Must come back for Hot French Kimchi Soup (over the luke-warm pork ramen).
Bobby KennedyDecember 23, 2016
Fills up fast so come early or prepare to wait. But the ramen delivers. Try the miso.
Darren PoonApril 20, 2013
Lot of great items on the menu, spicy grilled pork ribs and pork belly buns however, sadly, ramen is not one them. Applaud the housemade noodles but texture similar to wonton noodles then ramen.
Leah HammerschlagMarch 19, 2017
Really impressed- best vegetarian broth I've ever had- pro-tip, can sub it in for any ramen. The miso one 👌🏻.
GwynneApril 17, 2014
Wow I was blown away by the food here!! Got the pollo bun and classic ramen. #delicious
Amanda GilmoreOctober 12, 2013
Favorites were the roasted pork belly bun, sweet fried chicken and oiistar ramen has unbeatable flavor! This is my type of place!
Lisa WFebruary 20, 2013
Ramen is ok, not my favorite in the city, but interesting flavors. Best thing there was the kimchee soup. One of the best things I've ate this year. Sangria was sweet but refreshing as well.
Travis InceFebruary 19, 2014
Really good food! Great prices and the service was excellent. Try the Bao donut for a sweet treat!
Leslie F.February 17, 2014
It is our first time there. The buns and noodles were tasted great. But be careful how they charge a cup of hot tea. We ordered two cups of hot tea and later for more. They charged $10 for 4 cups!
narniMay 24, 2014
A couple buns, the fried garlic chicken (either sambal or sweet) and the Oiimen ramen are out go-tos
Marian CochiaosueFebruary 27, 2013
Apparently the chef is multi-talented. He made the bar and the funky sangria glasses by hand!
Jaclyn OrtizFebruary 21, 2014
Some of the best ramen in the city. I recommend the classic with a tall glass of sangria!
Lizzie S.August 20, 2013
Can't go wrong with Bao. Tried the Pork Shoulder and Saltimbocca. Excited to try the Bao doughnut!
BrentApril 3, 2014
Ramen is top notch. First two choices on the menu are worth the $13... and ninety cents haha
VishalApril 5, 2019
The baos are amazing! They can be made without meat for vegetarian!
Chris BuenoMarch 18, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Unbelievable Ramen. If you're into spicy stuff, do yourself a favor and checkout the Chadolmen.
Mat BurnettMarch 23, 2015
The classic oiistar ramen is a perfect food that shortens the duration of the common cold.
Fallon LeybaJune 21, 2021
the broth here is my favorite amongst all the ramen places near damen/milwaukee.
BigTab R.N.December 6, 2013
The broths lack zing, so I recommend ordering the spicy AND suicide pastes and adding them to your ramen.
Manoj AmbalavananNovember 8, 2020
Umami ramen and pork bun were incredible - will be returning to try others
Danielle KovackMarch 9, 2014
Oii salad and tempura shrimp bun are phenomenal. But really, everything here is.
Daniel PhelpsMay 25, 2013
Playing rock music and serving up strong frozen drinks gives this new ramen shop some pizzazz for sure
David SmithSeptember 8, 2014
Pork belly bun is tasty but very very messy. Duck breast bun is a more dignified but equally delicious option.
Mohammed Hassan-AliJanuary 31, 2015
One dish to rule them all - crispy fried chicken. Simply awesome!
CindyDecember 14, 2012
It was an awesome experience! The staff is friendly the food is amazing!
ᴡ O.April 2, 2015
Try their ramen w/their suicidal sauce:)
Christy WillFebruary 15, 2013
Very impressed! Everything was good and the pork ribs were a hit
Maggie C.February 8, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The ramen is superb and the buns are delish!!!
Ben JoemanDecember 5, 2015
Vegi ramen throw some pork belly on it. I died. So good
Rod McClearyNovember 7, 2013
Amazing, ramen bowl is made for two people!
Ruthie GDecember 21, 2019
Amazing buns - try the pork or chicken
Garrett JeffsMay 18, 2021
Best place to go for non-traditional ramen
DeniseDecember 27, 2012
Order the poached pear - yummy!
Courtney GreerOctober 30, 2017
Very large portion. Don’t try and eat it alone!! But so so good
Cristina FlorigApril 24, 2013
Avocado fries are basically avocado tempura. .. yuckkk
John EasleaMarch 18, 2016
The pork belly bun is fantastic
Kirstjen LorenzJuly 16, 2015
Good ramen and great appetizers.
Sue ImFebruary 10, 2013
Sangria in a cute mason jar style glass

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