Friends Ramen
Japanese Ramen, Tofu Bun
Vegan options
Poor vegan options ★ 3.1 (928) · $$ · Restaurant · Japanese, Asian · Hours
Popular tips: "Try the fried tofu buns for a vegan snack"
Must-try: ramen, starter, option
Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere
Small casual Japanese spot known for ramen and izakaya-style snacks with a few vegan-friendly choices like tofu buns and veggie ramen bowls. The atmosphere is relaxed with an open kitchen, good for solo or small group dining, though the vegan ramen flavors receive mixed reviews from mildly bland to enjoyable. Prices are mid-range and the service can be hit-or-miss based on guest experiences.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 11:30 AM-1 AM
Monday 11:30 AM-10 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM-10 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM-10 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM-10 PM
Friday 11:30 AM-1 AM
Saturday 11:30 AM-1 AM
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808 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610
Vegan Friendliness
iPoor vegan options
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- VEGAN OPTIONS Few · 2–3 dishes
- MENU Not labeled
- STAFF Basic understanding
- PROTEIN tofu
Some users reported staff aren't always sure about ingredients.
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