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    Niu B

    4.0 (572 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    Deluxe Chirashi
    Jessica K.

    I only ordered takeout from here, so I cannot yet speak on the ambiance or service. I ordered a deluxe chirashi bowl, miso soup, and the crisp rock shrimp. The miso soup was packaged in styrofoam, but held its heat pretty well for the journey to my house. It was a bit saltier than usual miso soup for my taste, but still tasty. The rock shrimp was delicious - the crispy shrimp paired nicely with sweet, creaminess of the sauce. The deluxe chirashi bowl was delicious! Only $30 on DoorDash, which is a steal for raw fish like this. The salmon wasn't the best quality I've had, but they all still tasted fresh, succulent, and full of flavor. There's also a nice variety of fish in the bowl to make it worth it. I would give this place a 5, especially for the price, but nothing particularly wowed me. I would happily order from here again!

    Dynamite roll
    Athena D.

    Excellent sushi!! The Godzilla roll is a must! Dynamite roll has a nice sear on the salmon on top of the roll and a good spice level. Service was great as well.

    Chirashi bowl: yellowtail, salmon and tuna. (*This is not how the dish usually comes.) Share! It is plentiful!
    Rachele R.

    Not a bad spot. It was one of the few places open on Christmas eve. The staff were friendly and location, prime. We ordered spicy ramen, yellowtail, garlic edamame, seaweed salad, a Japanese whisky cocktail and a glass of wine. We didnt order anything out of the ordinary or too complicated. We just wanted something simple, easy, and close to home.

    Niu at 888 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago
    Aruna K.

    Located just a little over 5 minutes from the convention center, it was an easy location to pick for lunch. This is their second location, have heard about Niu before and was glad to be able to pay a visit, and was not disappointed. Service was fast and effiecient, which was much appreciated due to limited time availability. The order consisted of: Fried rice : $14 - very good espcially with the sauce Vegetarian Gyoza- pan fried steamed vegetarian dumplings $ 8 hot and yummy Fried Vegetarian Spring Rolls - which came with a filling of cabbage, edamame, carrots, mushrooms and sweet chilli sauce. A different blend from the spring rolls I eat normally. Really good. - $9 Btw, if you need without egg, you need to specify at the start of the order. They do have a lunch special Bento Box for $16 which is a very good deal and the meal is just enough for a person, not too much, not too less. Its very neat and tidy, an ambience perfect for a formal occassion. Nice experiance.

    Chirashi Bowl
    Kara L.

    The Chirashi Bowl was fresh. The white wine was crisp. The miso soup was warm and flavorful. It was a perfect early evening meal in a relaxing setting.

    Teresa B.

    A friend and I were craving asian food, and Niu B was one of the top recommendations according to yelp. And i must say, they did not dissapoint. They were crowded, but we must have came just in time as we got what seemed like the last table there. If you're a type of person to not like sitting close to people, you might as well get over that phobia. The seating isn't claustrophobic, but you definitely be able to hear the other tables' laughter and gossip. Think cheesecake factory small table seating if you've ever been there. Our server was very nice and familiar with the menu which is nice when trying something new. I opted for the wonton soup (of which i ordered 2 servings, since one only came with 3 dumplings) and edamame as an appetizer. The edamame was sooo good. Seasoned to perfection. And the wonton soup was nice. The broth could have used a little more seasoning, but soy sauce did the trick quick. It has a somewhat nutty flavor to it, which was kind of nice. Overall apps would get a 10/10 from me. And they also weren't too shabby with the pricing. Considering most places in Chicago that I visited seemed to be overpriced, this was right up my ally. For dinner I was torn. There was so much on the menu, which for me, is sometimes overwhelming. So i just decided to get a simple roll. it was good, nothing fancy, and a little on the small side in my opinion, but overall i'd definitely recommend this place.

    Salted Caramel Cake
    Lam B.

    Decent sushi but the quality and selection were unremarkable. Service was incredibly slow and our glasses consistently went dry. This was not a good lunch spot as our dining experience neared 2 hours. *Deluxe Chirashi: unfortunately the kitchen was out of uni so I was given extra scallop. Compared to other chirashi bowls, the variety and freshness was underwhelming. I would have preferred more fish instead of the thick layer of spicy tuna and tobiko. The spicy tuna was heavily seasoned so I couldn't taste the natural meatiness of the tuna. The sweet shrimp was soft but I wished it came with more than a piece. The crab was overly processed and shredded so I couldn't appreciate the sweetness. The salmon toro was fatty but it was only a bit better than the average cut. The rice was seasoned well but the bowl was missing the mentioned dried nori. *Spicy Maki: chose the salmon and cucumber combination. The ratio of salmon to cucumber was ideal. The spice component only came from the drizzle of spicy mayo on top. Decent for a typical maki roll. *Salted Caramel Crunch Cake: a bit expensive for a slim slice of cake but it was a good balance of sweet and salty. The caramel layer was perfectly gooey. The toffee crunch added contrasting texture. The custard was thinly applied so there wasn't a represented creamy element. The seafood was average at most and there should be greater emphasis on the fish. The prices were a bit too high for the quality and flavors received. Additionally, the insanely slow service cut into our day and you would think a restaurant specializing in raw seafood would be quicker.

    Julia S.

    Prior to a concert, a friend and I stopped by Niu B for a quick happy hour dinner & drinks. We each got a drink, and a roll, and we shared two apps. Gyoza: 4.5/5 - crispy, hot, delicious. Served with ponzu and some sort of sauce similar to sriracha. Scallion pancake: 4.5/5 - warm, flaky, goodness. Served with soysauce and the same sriracha sauce. Roll: 5/5 - crunchy, refreshing and delicious. No notes. Drink: 3.5/5 - tasted like a bit like a watered down / flat ginger ale and rum Overall: the meal was delicious, and the server was kind. There was a bit of a wait between the dishes and we waited a while for our rolls - despite there not being many other patrons -- but it was happy hours so we kind of expected that. All in all, would come back!

    Kylie F.

    Had Valentine's Day dinner here. I loved it and would highly recommend! I ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen, Godzilla Roll, Chicken Fried Rice, and Lychee Martini. The Godzilla Roll was the star of the night! I was extremely impressed by how large the roll was given the price and it was honestly some of the sushi I've had in a while. The ramen was also great, a classic flavor. The fried rice was a low light, it was on the blander side and needed lots of soy sauce to make up for it. The martini was strong and delicious! It was a little too dark inside but super romantic and a slightly upscale vibe. Our server was kind, no complaints there. Overall a great dinner- I am glad we stumbled upon this place on our trip.

    The Flamer
    Jill O.

    I recently tried Niu B in Chicago for the first time through DoorDash, and overall, it was a pretty good experience! The fish was incredibly fresh, and the quality really stood out in both the Salmon Lover entrée ($32) and the sashimi platinum set ($54). My personal favorites were the pepper seared salmon, which had the perfect smoky kick, and the Chicago Summer Roll ($16) which is salmon, avocado, masago, and mango wrapped in soy paper which was refreshing. I also tried The Flamer ($18) which was a bundle of tempura shrimp, more shrimp, cream cheese, spicy crab and jalapeño that's then topped with salmon, white tuna and tobiko that's baked and topped with even more spicy mayo, unagi sauce and scallions. It was the perfect amount of salty, fresh, and flavorful. The only miss for me was the Cherry Blossom appetizer. The big ole jalapeño chunks added too much crunch and overpowered the texture, so I'd skip that one next time. It's gorgeous, though. Despite that, it was a pleasant meal and I'd absolutely order from them again.

    Salted Caramel Cake
    Rahima J.

    This place is really cute - they accommodate huge parties and it's really centrally located. That being said, the service was slow and our food came out incorrect. The food itself was also quite bland and not as up to par as you'd expect nicely spice Asian food to be. The dessert was really good and our server was kind but I am big on food flavor and this did not hit the mark.

    Chicken Gyoza
    Angel A.

    Was out shopping in the loop with my girlfriend and she suggested we stop in here to eat. Usually my philosophy is to find restaurants to experience the joy of new food and new experiences. But we were hungry so why not. I'll preface this by saying, we ordered basic chicken dishes (sesame and general "tsao"), not ramen, so I can't assess them in that realm. It seems popular so maybe they're doing something good? If you're like me and prescribe to the philosophy of eating out for the new experience, do yourself a favor and take a 10 min uber to Chinatown, and grab something there. The food here reminded me of a place my friends and I would get in college, for 1/5 the price. I remember it being much better too. You're paying for convenience here. Same flight: good Gyoza: ok Chicken: nah

    Chicken Gyoza Lychee Martini
    Kamakshi K.

    One of my favorite happy hours in south loop! The service is fantastic, and you can always find seating even if you walk in. The restaurant is very aesthetically pleasing with a lot of natural light, which I love. The $10 ramen is a STEAL and they even have a mushroom broth one for vegetarians! I also really enjoyed the lychee martini and the prices are incredible. I already cant wait for my next time here!

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    Great service and solid ramen! Went back a second time for the maki and it hit. Love the little bar atmosphere. Fun find!

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    4.2(2.3k reviews)
    4.8 miLogan Square
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    A great spot to grab a bowl of steaming ramen on a rainy Sunday afternoon in Chicago. Note they…read moreclose sharply @3pm probably for a lunch break for the staff. The Alaskan cod sandwich was served on a bed of cabbage covered in a sweet teriyaki & brown mustard sauce with maybe a squeeze of kewpie sprinkled in between. The Berkshire pork eggrolls had microgreens & shaved radish on top of a crema type of sauce that balanced the heat of the kimchi nicely!! For the main attraction I ordered the spicy garlic ramen that was such a delightful mouth experience it really hit all the taste buds! The noodles were perfectly bouncy with the right amount of chew. The jellied egg was perfect and rounded the soup very well! The red chili threads enhanced the spicy miso broth just enough to slurp all the delicious goodness down! My husband ordered the Sapporo miso soup which had more of a creamy type of broth vs the spicy garlic. The noodles were also thinner than regular ramen & had a bouncy springy texture that just hit the spot! Since it was kinda chilly outside we also ordered hot green tea to accompany our spectacular ramen dishes. This place also offers delicious seasonal cocktails on the menu or hot sake if that's what you are hankering for. Definitely try this ramen joint if you are in the Logan square area your tummy will be so happy that you did!!

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    4.2(624 reviews)
    1.4 miNear North Side
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    First time having Ramen and we LOVED it…read more The seating is very unique and private. We will be eating there again.

    Came here as it was close to where I was staying downtown. I went on a Sunday and there were only 6…read morecustomers in the restaurant at 545pm. I was seated at a table and they brought out water right away. But that's where the service stopped. I was handed 3 menus... food, drinks, cocktail. It took forever to get one of the servers to come over and take my order. They were all huddled by the kitchen and hostess stand chatting with each other and on their cell phones. Finally one of them walked by my table and I had to get her attention and told her I would like to order. She brought out the iPad then looked around seeing if someone else should probably take the order. I felt I inconvenienced her. Got the tonkatsu shoyu ramen with black garlic and the takoyaki. Food came out fast. Takoyaki after the ramen but the takoyaki was delicious. Soft and creamy on the inside with the octopus was very tender. It was topped with plenty of katsuoboshi. Ramen was another story. Noodles had a really good chew as they advertised using sun noodle company. However the broth tasted very watered down and did not have the rich flavor and usually fat globules that make the soup. Cha siu was charred beautifully and portion size was good. Hopefully they can focus on the front of house service and the team can pay attention to customers. Maybe this is why there were only 6 customers at prime dinner time.

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    4.4(274 reviews)
    1.8 miWest Loop, Near West Side
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    Ordered pick up for lunch during the week. My order was ready at the estimated time…read more I got the gyudon and the wontons. The gyudon was a tad sweet and the ginger made it sweeter. I was hoping for a little bit more savory. The wontons were delicious and I would definitely get it again. I will continue to explore the menu and come back as it's near work.

    I would've given it a four star if it wasn't a staff giving us attitude for being surprised that…read moresteamed dumplings come with spicy powders as a default (who does that?). We ordered steamed dumplings for the kids, but they couldn't eat those cuz of the spicy powders. The staff came over and told us they can't remove the spicy powder from the dumplings. But, like, they could've just not sprinkle the powder on top, it's not like it's part of the filling?! She left for a while and eventually came back and said they could give us another one without the spicy powder. But seriously, who sprinkles spicy powder on steamed dumpling? I don't think any Asian cuisine does that as a default. We had a large party and two household ordered extra noodles, they only brought out one initially. When we asked for the second one, they got all confused, and they had to check all our bills to make sure they didn't give us extra noodles and that we were billed properly. Seems a bit disorganized if they can't handle a party of 10. We correctly guessed that it was non-Japanese people running the shop based on the dialect they spoke... but alas, it's expected that Asians from that region would give us that type of attitude lol so we forgive them for it. Now onto the actual food, it was just OK. My husband ordered a yasai and my oldest ordered a kinoko. I ordered a rosu for the kids. The flavors are not bad but nothing really stood out. The duck meat wasn't as tender as it could be. The kids didn't really like the dumpling/gyoza fillings either. For the price, I really expected better. I got the wakame seaweed salad and the hiyatakko. The wakame salad is just your store bought wakame mixed with some leafs, and the hiyatakko is nothing like the Japanese flavor, it's more Chinese and the tofu they selected isn't even the silky one, so it's actually bland and chalky with very weak chili oil flavor. The presentation is all pretty good tho. Looks good, but tastes are all just mediocre. We probably won't try this place again, at least not this location.

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    4.3(188 reviews)
    5.9 miLogan Square
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    I'm sitting here in my living room, mired by an early, uninvited awakening. It was not a thud. No…read morealarm. Just a gentle frazzle of sunlight stealing me from night. In no way had my body rested. Donned in dawn, my underwear-pajamas slightly slid down revealed a sad vision of man, sloppily tangled in ruffled sheets. Exposed. There is nothing pretty about me, I thought, as I pondered if the sunlight were judging what it saw. Before reaching my current perch on the living room couch, I sat in bed flicking through news in search of something good, but simultaneously only pausing on the bad. Glorifying in the doom, really. It was the pinch I needed to prove I was indeed awake. All day I seek the pinch of pain to prove I am not dreaming. Coffee, cats, clothes, splashof water, and 20 steps later I find myself in the planning pose, here in the living room. The planning pose is very much like the wake-startle, sans the sheets and exposed crack. It involves me laying here on the couch actually reading the articles I perused earlier. I like to rationalize that the information gleaned is to set me up for a day of human interaction. Perhaps it is a study session to get up to human-social-speed. Right now it is dawning on me -- my second uninvited dawn of the day -- that perhaps behavior isn't responsible humanity, it is prolonged self torment. The tighter pinch. The proverbial purple nurple of challenging my awakened state. Cats gather around me. One at my feet and the other curled beside my thigh. Am I king to them? They are fed. Surely they are not here in need of something. Have I done something to warrant this attention? My affection toward them is inconsistent. It ebbs in startling fits of overly attentive playing or petting followed by long droughts of disregard. My ambivalence as their king gives me this luxury, and supports my theory that they may think I am indeed king. This is the type of cyclical example loop I am using as evidence to propel me from the underwear'ed fat man the sun observed moments ago. Evidence that says: "See, Sun, I am more than the larva you spotlighted. I am a god! The cats are evidence! And they sleep in your sun-puddles in undisputed, recognizable perfection, not the ugly crack-exposed heap you found me in. You love them. They love me. So, pinch yourself, and stop judging me!" Obviously the coffee is working, or maybe the cats are doing their trick: making me feel accepted in the universe. Whatever the case may be, I pet my cat. Dander floats into the sun's beams and crystallizes in the air. If you've ever seen dust in a thinly sliced light beam at dawn you know: Hope is the accidental luck of shadows bouncing off of the chaos but always cutting through. Always meeting a surface. Penetrating the thickest of atmospheres and colliding on flowers and alleys, on well planned solar panels, on potholes, through any crack, on my crack, projecting obtuse triangles, acute bi-angles, and isosceles quad-tangles, even while penetrating deep into the sea, revealing all the magnificent details of art, and occasionally falling on me. Trees bend to it. I give the cat closest a good scratch behind the ear and look out the window at the trees greening in spring. A dog walker pauses to pick up excrement. A squirrel cowers behind a branch. The ramen restaurant on the corner is cut through by light warming empty tables; tables preparing to slurp up hungry, hopeful lunchers into the belly of contentment. Dark, seemingly an antagonist to light's hero demeanor, sheepishly slinks away, humbly realizing it is not the opposite of light, but the absence. "Beautiful," I think as I see the spicy broth of life warming in the sun glow beyond the glass. Yes. It is beautiful. It really is. I couldn't see how much in the dark but the rhythm out the window is now clear. I turn to my cat, who is winding down a purr. We share a slow-blink gaze at one another as the last sliver of dawn is replaced with shadow in my house. He moves to the window sill to soak in every second as it departs. "Welp, buddy. Nothing left now. Time to bend to the light"

    Beef based ramen was perfect for our friend who cant eat pork! We came wednesday night and it was…read morepacked! We had no reservation but when i checked the latest was 7, so Im guessing this is a popular late night bite. We waited about 40 minutes for a table of 5. Was slightly disappointed that two party that came after us got seated first at the bar. There were a lot of seats open as the dinner rush died so I wished we were asked if bar over table was fine because our 5th seat at the table ended up being a stool anyways. Miso Ramen: I could taste the difference between pork base and beef base for sure. I prefer pork, but if you like beef flavor this will be great. The beef was tender, but not too flavorful. The egg was PERFECT. Noodles are thin and while thicker noodles are my preference they were cooked just right. 7.3/10 the chili oil is made with ghost pepper FYI! I know they try to warn us with 3 spice sign but my friends were not ready and wish we were told this before and not when it hit our table. Overall not my taste profile and a bit more expensive than I like, I can see myself coming back for friends who cant eat pork.

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