Takashi
Chef Takashi Yagihashi wrote the book (literally—“Takashi’s Noodles”) on silky soba and ridiculously rich ramen. But, why make it at home when you can score sweet somen and the ultimate udon at Yagihashi’s Sunday brunch.
1952 North Damen
(773)772-6170
takashichicago.com
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Urban Belly
3053 North California
(773)583-0500
urbanbellychicago.com
Best of Chicago 2009