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Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square)

JapaneseRamenTonkotsuGarlic MisoJapanese-ownedLogan Square

Ramen Wasabi is a Japanese-owned ramen restaurant on Milwaukee Avenue in Logan Square, founded and operated by Japanese chef and restaurateur Satoko Takeyama since approximately 2007. It is one of the few Japanese-owned Japanese restaurants in Chicago proper, serving a small but celebrated menu of garlic miso, tonkotsu and spicy ramen.

Price
¥¥
Area
Logan Square
Since
2007
Chef
Satoko Takeyama
Owner
Satoko Takeyama / Shoyu Hospitality
Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square) — authentic japanese restaurant in Chicago, Logan Square
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About
Founded by Japanese owner-chef Satoko Takeyama under her Shoyu Hospitality group, Ramen Wasabi is self-described as 'one of few Japanese owned Japanese restaurants in Chicago.' Takeyama's small, intimate Logan Square restaurant has earned more than 2,700 Yelp reviews and sustained loyal patronage for nearly two decades through an uncompromising approach to Japanese ramen. The signature garlic miso ramen—featuring a deeply flavoured miso broth amplified by roasted garlic—and the original tonkotsu are consistently ranked among the best bowls in Chicago. The first-come, first-served policy, intimate seating (8–10 people), and no-delivery stance mirror the ethos of a classic Japanese neighbourhood ramen-ya. Takeyama also opened a Fulton Market spin-off (Ramen Wasabi Fulton Market) in the former Ramen Takeya space, expanding the Japanese-owned ramen presence across the city.
Neighborhood & visiting

Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square) sits in Logan Square, one of Chicago's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional ramen restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Founded and operated by Japanese chef Satoko Takeyama—one of only a small number of Japanese-owned Japanese restaurants in the city of Chicago proper.
  • The garlic miso ramen has earned 2,700-plus Yelp reviews and is widely cited by Chicago food media as among the best ramen bowls in the city.
  • The first-come, first-served policy, minimal seating and no-delivery ethos authentically replicate the experience of a Japanese neighbourhood ramen-ya.
  • Nearly two decades of continuous operation on Milwaukee Avenue in Logan Square makes Ramen Wasabi one of Chicago's longest-running and most trusted ramen institutions.

Phone +1 773-227-8180 confirmed via official website wasabichicago.com and TripAdvisor. Note: Ramen Takeya at 819 W Fulton Market (a sister restaurant by the same owner) has closed and reopened as Ramen Wasabi Fulton Market—that is a separate, distinct business from this Logan Square location.

Links
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Frequently asked

About Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square)

Is Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square) an authentic japanese restaurant in Chicago?
Yes — Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square) is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Chicago: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused ramen format.
Where is Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square) located?
Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square) is located at 2101 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, Chicago, USA in the Logan Square neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square)?
Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square) does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular ramen restaurants in Chicago we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square)?
Ramen Wasabi (Logan Square) sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Chicago.
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