Looking to check out the newest businesses to open in West Loop? Read on for a rundown of the newest spots to land in this part of Chicago.
Kinton Ramen
163 N. Sangamon St.
Kinton Ramen is a spot to score ramen, cocktails and more.
Kinton Ramen has Japanese fare like customizable pork, chicken karaage and vegetarian ramen bowls (with your choice of thick or thin noodles). You'll also find izakaya-style small plates ranging from spicy karaage fried chicken to marinated octopus to root vegetable tempura. Beer, sake and specialty cocktails, like the Matchacolada, are also available.
With a five-star Yelp rating out four reviews, Kinton Ramen has been getting positive attention.
Sahara T., who was among the first Yelpers to review the new spot on May 18, wrote, "The Kinton Combo is the best option, giving you a choice of ramen and a select appetizer. I suggest the aged gyoza. I loved the chili sauce and the texture contrast of the dumpling itself. As for the ramen, it's amazing, comforting and warm!"
Yelper Jency T. wrote, "Fried delicious chicken goodness mixed with a rich spicy garlic broth and thin noodles."
Kinton Ramen is open from 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. on Monday and 5–10 p.m. on Tuesday-Sunday.
ROOH
736 W. Randolph St.
ROOH is an Indian spot.
ROOH serves upscale Indian cuisine in a two-story space, and it shakes up cocktails with a twist like the Kerala and the mango mule. You'll find a mix of authentic authentic dishes like black daal and traditional butter chicken as well as a modern take on Indian food with items like a beetroot and peanut croquette, tandoori octopus and chili cheese naan. Sweet soothers: try the milk cake with milk jam, barley caramel and peach lassi sorbet.
ROOH currently holds 4.5 stars out of five reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Priya E., who reviewed ROOH on May 26, wrote, "Chicago has been sorely in need of upscale Indian cuisine and ROOH does not disappoint. ... This is not your standard buffet fare by any stretch, yet the food avoids being reduced to pretentious fusion."
Yelper Rosie M. wrote, ""I love the refreshing and exotic take on their cocktails!"
The new spot has yet to share its hours online.
Politan Row
111 N. Aberdeen St.
Politan Row is a food hall.
With a central bar and outdoor seating, this spot is drawing locals and tourists alike for breakfast, lunch and happy hour. Under one roof, you'll find just over a dozen vendors—like Lashuk Street Food, Smashed Radish and Tolita—cooking up street fare and healthy options. There's an Israeli hummus bar, tacos and pozole, vegetable-forward cuisine and more. Order your favorite foods to eat in, take out or have delivered.
Politan Row Chicago's current rating of 4.5 stars out of 16 reviews on Yelp indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Tracy R., who reviewed Politan Row Chicago on May 12, wrote, "I had an amazing experience here! The space is beautiful, and there are tons of great food options from healthy bowls, to Mediterranean, to tacos. The bar in the middle is a great spot for happy hour, and I can't wait to return on a nice day to enjoy the incredible outdoor seating area."
S.S. added, "What a great space! Great design. Great food. Great service. Had a hummus bowl with falafel at La Shuk. It was delicious—smooth with a nice tahini flavor and a dollop of a zippy green sauce!"
Politan Row Chicago is open from 7 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday-Thursday and on Sunday and 7 a.m.–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
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