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Urbanbelly

Urbanbelly Urbanbelly is a ramen and Asian fusion restaurant focused on creating a communal dining experience where patrons can meet new people and feed their bellies with great food. Established in 2008 by award-winning Chef Bill Kim, the restaurant offers dumplings, booze, and bowls that are creatively inspired yet familiar. Chef Kim's background at world-renowned establishments Charlie Trotter's and Le Lan bring fine-dining techniques to the comfort of the neighborhood. Urbanbelly's menu is uniquely American with an Asian twist that combines classic dishes with joyous creativity.

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at 5 pm, we hope you’re holding a cocktail, not opening an email.happy hour at urbanbelly runs weds-sun from 4–6 pm with...
06/18/2026

at 5 pm, we hope you’re holding a cocktail, not opening an email.

happy hour at urbanbelly runs weds-sun from 4–6 pm with drinks, bites, and a much better use of your time than whatever just landed in your inbox.

the official taste of summer: a cold cocktail and our chilled peanut noodle salad. ☀️see you on the patio.
06/16/2026

the official taste of summer: a cold cocktail and our chilled peanut noodle salad. ☀️
see you on the patio.

Happy hour available Weds—Sunday from 4–6PM with:🍻$5 beers🍷$6 wines🍸$9 cocktails🍽️Bites including Lemongrass Chicken Let...
06/11/2026

Happy hour available Weds—Sunday from 4–6PM with:
🍻$5 beers
🍷$6 wines
🍸$9 cocktails
🍽️Bites including Lemongrass Chicken Lettuce Cups, Pork Belly and Sesame Gochujang Shrimp Skewers, Glazed Meatballs and more.

05/21/2026

Fulton Market, meet your new happy hour obsession 🍜🍸
 
Urbanbelly is now open in the heart of Fulton Market, serving up Asian-fusion favorites, cocktails, dumplings, noodles, and all the after-work energy you’ve been looking for.
 
Happy hour available Weds—Sunday from 4–6PM with:
🍺$5 beers
🍷$6 wines
🍸$9 cocktails
Bites including Lemongrass Chicken Cups, Pork Belly and Sesame Gochujang Shrimp Skewers, Glazed Meatballs and more.

It’s official, we’re open for business! Find us at 954 W Fulton St. for cocktails, dumplings and more! Happy hour 4-6 | ...
05/13/2026

It’s official, we’re open for business! Find us at 954 W Fulton St. for cocktails, dumplings and more!

Happy hour 4-6 | Wednesday-Sunday

Neighbors again!Urbanbelly Fulton Market OPENING 5/13!Discourse Coffee NOW OPEN!
05/06/2026

Neighbors again!
Urbanbelly Fulton Market OPENING 5/13!
Discourse Coffee NOW OPEN!

04/27/2026

Your Chef Bill favorites, delivered right to your door.
While we said goodbye to our Wicker Park location, in just a few weeks we’ll be unveiling Urbanbelly Fulton Market. In the meantime, order all of your favorites for delivery on DoorDash.

Tomorrow (4/26) is our final day at the corner that became home. Thank you Wicker Park for every meal shared and all the...
04/25/2026

Tomorrow (4/26) is our final day at the corner that became home. Thank you Wicker Park for every meal shared and all the love you’ve shown us through the years. We’d love to see you one last time this weekend, so stop in for one more bowl and a proper goodbye!

With love, Chef Bill Kim and the Urbanbelly team ❤️

Address

1542 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL
60622

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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What people say

If you're a fan of ramen restaurants, then Urbanbelly in Chicago is definitely worth checking out. This Asian fusion restaurant offers a communal dining experience that's perfect for meeting new people and enjoying great food. The menu at Urbanbelly is centered around dumplings, booze, and bowls, which are all expertly crafted by award-winning Chef Bill Kim.

What sets Urbanbelly apart from other ramen restaurants is the creative yet familiar approach to their dishes. Chef Kim's Seoul-to-Chicago soul shines through in every bite, offering a unique blend of Asian and American flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more. The fine-dining techniques used in the preparation of each dish are balanced perfectly with neighborhood comfort, making for an unforgettable dining experience.

Whether you're looking for classic dishes or joyous creativity, Urbanbelly has something for everyone. So if you're in Chicago and craving some delicious ramen or Asian fusion cuisine, be sure to check out this gem of a restaurant.

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