i love noodles and eat them about four of five times a week. this place is a great introduction to noodles for those who have not yet become addicts. it has more of a nod toward ambience than other authentic noodle joints have. but of course, what really matters is TASTE and soba-ya delivers. the noodles are hand rolled and cut. (there is NO RAMEN here: udon and soba only.) broths are savory and well balanced. no exotic toppings to scare off novices. a fine introduction to staple japanese noodle eating.
Pros: fresh cut noodles, delicious broths
Cons: potential wait
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