Strings Ramen – Japanese
Steaming bowls of velvety tonkotsu and the legendary, spice-drenched Hell Ramen take center stage at this vibrant noodle destination, where the air is thick with the savory perfume of slow-simmered broths. Guests find comfort in the rhythmic slurp of perfectly textured noodles and the satisfying crunch of golden gyoza, creating a high-energy dining experience that balances traditional Japanese soul with a bold, contemporary edge.
1453, East 53rd Street, Chicago, IL, 60615 +17736332797 https://www.stringsramenhydepark.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, tlc, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Strings Ramen
Dairy-Free at Strings Ramen
Strings Ramen in Chicago has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Strings Ramen
Strings Ramen in Chicago has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oden and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Strings Ramen
Strings Ramen in Chicago has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Strings Ramen
Strings Ramen in Chicago has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Strings Ramen
Strings Ramen in Chicago has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Strings Ramen
Strings Ramen in Chicago has 1 low-sodium-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Strings Ramen
Strings Ramen in Chicago has 1 mediterranean-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Strings Ramen
Strings Ramen in Chicago has 2 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Oden and Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Strings Ramen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Miso Ramen | 52.7 g | 37.2 g |
| Tonkotsu Ramen | 59.5 g | 34.5 g |
| Edamame | 2.8 g | 8.9 g |
| Shoyu Ramen | 2.8 g | 1.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Ramen
Authentic Japanese ramen with four types of signature broth.
- Shoyu Ramen - $13.95: Soy sauce based broth with noodles and assorted toppings Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Ramen - $14.95: Miso based broth with noodles and assorted toppings Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tonkotsu Ramen - $15.95: Pork bone broth with noodles and assorted toppings Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hell Ramen - $16.95: Spicy broth with noodles and assorted toppings Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
Traditional Japanese starters and street food.
- Oden - $8.95: Japanese winter street food featuring various ingredients stewed in a light, soy-flavored dashi broth Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza - $6.5: Pan-fried Japanese dumplings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $5: Steamed soybeans with sea salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Strings Ramen
- Is Strings Ramen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Strings Ramen has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame.
- What can I eat at Strings Ramen on a dairy-free diet?
- Edamame carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Strings Ramen have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Edamame.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Strings Ramen?
- Miso Ramen, at roughly 37.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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