Inside the Menu

Welcome to the Friends Ramen menu, where you'll find a cozy blend of comforting ramen bowls, satisfying rice dishes, and shareable starters that suit a variety of tastes and appetites. Most guests start off with small bites like takoyaki or okonomiyaki to share, then dive into hearty ramen bowls ranging from spicy miso to kimchi-infused options, perfect for warming up any day. If you’re in the mood for something lighter or a different texture, the rice bowls offer flavorful, well-balanced combinations featuring tender meats and delicious sauces. To round out your meal, there’s a thoughtful selection of drinks—from hot sake to non-alcoholic teas—that pair nicely with the food. Whether you’re dining for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner, this menu invites you to explore a range of flavors, moving comfortably from starters to main dishes and finishing with a sweet or a refreshing drink.

Menu Sections (40)

  1. House Salad – Spring mix, cabbage, red beets with orange ginger dressing – $8.00

  2. Seaweed Salad – Soy sauce, ginger, pepper flakes, carrots,cilantro, sesame – $8.00

  3. Edamame (Regular/Spicy +$.50) – Steamed soybeans and salted – $6.00

  4. Chicken Gyoza (6 pieces) – Chicken dumpling, house sauce – $8.00

  5. Ebi Katsu (2 pieces) – Crispy battered shrimp cake with sweet & sour sauce – $8.00

  6. Takoyaki (5 pieces) – Deep fried Japanese octopus ball, seaweed ,bonito flakes, green onions with mayo and takoyaki sauce

  7. Crab Shumai – Crab meat & vegetable dumplings, onion, special seasons – $8.00

  8. Shrimp Tempura – Crispy battered shrimp, served with creamy spicy mayo – $8.00

  9. Shrimp Shumai – Shrimp dumpling deep fried or steamed – $8.00

  10. Karaage Chicken (App) – Crispy battered chicken with spicy mayo – $8.00

  1. Ebi Katsu (2 buns) – Lettuce, ebi katsu, spicy mayo – $8.00

  2. Fried Tofu (2 buns) – Deep fried tofu, spring mixed – $7.00

  3. Niku (2 buns) – Spring mixed, white onion, sweet & savory marinated beef – $8.00

  4. Pork Belly (2 buns) – Spring mixed, marianated pork belly – $8.00

  1. Gyu Don (S: $8/L: $16) – Steamed rice, tender beef, white onion, scallion with japanese sweet and savory sauce rice style – $8.00

  2. Pork Belly (S: $8/L: $16) – Steamed rice, marinated pork belly, scallion, sesame seed with pork belly sauce – $8.00

  3. Ebi Katsu (S: $8/L: $16) – Steamed rice, scallion, ebi katsu, corn, kimchi, spicy mayo – $8.00

  4. Karaage Chicken (S: $8/L: $16) – Steamed rice, karaage chicken, scallion, spicy mayo – $8.00

  5. Tofu (S: $7/L: $14) – Steamed rice, fried tofu, cucumber, scallion, pickle ginger with miso& ginger sauce – $7.00

  1. Ramen Combo Set – Comes with your choice of: Starter, Salad, Small Ramen, Soft Drink – $22.00

  2. Tan Tan Men (S: $8/L: $16) – Egg noodle, topped with fried garlic, spicy ground pork, pork belly, scallion, cabbage and poached egg – $8.00

  3. Spicy Miso (S: $8/L: $16) – Egg noodle, marinated boiled egg, pork belly, seasoned bamboo shoots, scallion, corn, shichimi togarashi, seaweed, fungus, spicy miso paste – $8.00

  4. Spicy Shrimp (S: $8/L: $16) – Egg noodle , shrimp, corn scallion, tomato, chili powder – $8.00

  5. Karaage Chicken Ramen (S: $8/L: $16) – Egg noodle, fried chicken, corn, scallion, spicy mayo and spicy paste – $8.00

  6. Kimchi (S: $8/L: $16) – Egg noodle, fried egg, scallion, pork belly, kimchi, miso & kimchi paste – $8.00

  7. On The Go 8 16 (S: $8/L: $16) – Egg noodle, marinated boiled egg, pork belly, seasoned bamboo shoots, scallion, corn, pickled ginger and ground sesame seed – $8.00

  8. Niku (S: $8/L: $16) – Egg noodle, caramelized onion, sweet and savory marinated tender beef – $8.00

  9. Veggie (S: $7.5/L: $15) – Rice noodle, kale, corn, tofu, bean sprout and scallion – $7.50

  10. Spicy Miso Veggie (S: $7.5/L: $15) – Rice noodle, corn, seasoned bamboo shoots, tofu, miso & chili paste, scallion, black wood ear mushroom – $7.50

  1. Hot Sake (150ml: $9/ 330ml: $16) – $9.00

  2. Junmai Daiginjo Platinum (300ml) – $15.00

  3. Nigori Cloudy Sake (300ml) – $15.00

  4. Sake Jelly Shot (180ml) – Yuzu/Berry/Peach – $16.00

  5. Sparkling Water: Segura Viudas Brut Cava (187ml) – $14.00

  6. Wine: High Note Malbec (187ml) – $13.00

  7. Wine: Raeburn Chardonay (187ml) – $13.00

  8. Beer: Sapporo – $7.00

  9. Non-Alcoholic: Hot Green Tea – $3.00

  10. Non-Alcoholic: Mixed Sodas – $3.00

  11. Non-Alcoholic: San Pellegrino (500ml) – $6.00

How This Menu Feels

Dining at Friends Ramen feels like a warm, inviting pause in a busy day. The menu strikes a perfect balance between quick, satisfying bites and dishes meant to be savored slowly, inviting both solo diners and groups to enjoy their own flavorful bowls without rush. There’s a comforting familiarity in each bite, mixed with playful, trendy twists that keep the experience fresh and engaging. Whether sharing small plates with friends or quietly enjoying a hearty meal alone, the atmosphere encourages a relaxed, cozy moment—a space where genuine flavors and friendly service make every visit feel like coming home.

Menu Questions

Are there vegetarian options on the menu?
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  • 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • 04:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Where This Food Place Lives

808 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610, United States

+1 312-643-1209