Wow! What a wonderful experience. We came on a Sunday, a little afternoon. There was a 15 minute wait, but once we were seated things moved quickly. It wasn't large inside, but the high ceilings and windows made it feel spacious. Our server was friendly and helpful, with the perfect balance of checking in and letting us enjoy our meal. The vegetable mazesoba was incredible--and I appreciated how as we ate up the noodles, they offered us rice (no exfra charge!) to mix in so we could finish up the broth and toppings easily. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a delicious, reasonably priced vegan meal :) I would definitely come again! read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Vegetable Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came here on a saturday evening around 5:30 PM and was seated at a table of 2 immediately. However, it did get very busy by the time we left around 6:15 PM, so I would recommend coming earlier to avoid a wait. I really enjoyed my yuzu shio bowl. The sauce was very flavorful and umami, and the poached egg mixed in very well with it. I liked how it came with lots of greens and toppings. The noodles themselves had great texture too. I tried some of the mentaiko cream mazesoba too, and it was incredibly tasty and unique as well. The portion sizes are quite big, and they bring you a rice ball at the end to eat the remainder of the sauce with. Very affordably priced too. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Yuzu shio - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Kenzoku Mazesoba is such a cute place close by to the Longwood area/HMS campus. The Yuzu Shio mazesoba has the perfect amount of acidity and sweetness, and coupled with the runny egg? Absolute heaven. What I love most about this place is that you get free refills on rice at the end to go with the leftover broth, which is basically two meals in one. I like saving bits of meat and veggies to go with my rice, and if I'm too full (which is often the case), I just take it to go with me. For $20 ish and two meals worth? I'd say that's a pretty good bargain! read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - (If they have a special on their matcha too, get it!) - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I've never had mazesoba before, and i had been expecting the cold buckwheat soba noodles. These are served warm, with a poached egg and other toppings. You are supposed to add vinegar and chili to taste, and mix it then eat it. I really loved the flavor of the yuzu shio. The flavors blended well and it was really tasty, the waiter brought us rice when we were almost done to mix in and finish the rest of the sauce with! Loved it!! read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Yuzu Shio - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Been to mazesoba twice. Both times I ordered one of the mazesobas. In general the noodles come out super quickly. They are well flavored, noodles are cooked just right and are very chewy. Highly recommend the thai spice noodles. You can also request an extra bowl of rice with each order of noodles. However, keep in mind the rice is an extra small bowl and does not taste particularly great. I had hoped it was a one time thing but definitely could taste it the second time I went too. Service was also just ok. Requested not to be put at a high top table with half the restaurant empty but they were unwilling to combine two tables. Additionally prices are accurately reflected on their menus. Overall, for the price of $20 per bowl I don't think it's worth it. That said if someone asks to go I wouldn't say no. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Thai Spicy Mazesoba Cheese Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I had been following this mazesobaまぜそば place for months, and walking in to hear both the waiter and the chef speaking Mandarin was somewhat jarring for a Japanese restaurant. Yuzu Shio: The noodles were properly al dente; onions and Chinese onions added freshness, and the runny-yolk egg was creamy and aromatic. However, the "Yuzu Shio柚子塩" seasoning leaned unexpectedly sweet, lacking both acidity and savoriness. A few circles of vinegar helped restore balance and depth. Nagoya名古屋 mazesoba is said to have roots in Taiwanese cuisine. Although this was my first time trying mazesoba, as a Chinese diner, I was surprised to found a sense of familiarity in the slow-braised chashu叉焼, soft, tender, and sweet, which carried a profile reminiscent of authentic Taiwanese lu rou滷肉 (braised pork). Replacing the original minced or diced pork with thick-sliced chashu was a double-edged sword: it improved texture and richness, but the larger pieces made the sauce harder to coat the noodles evenly. A bowl of rice would be served at the end to soak up the remaining sauce, but the rice was overly soft and became slightly soggy. read more

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I've visited this restaurant twice and had mixed experiences. The first time, I ordered the yuzu shio mazesoba which was pretty unique since I hadn't seen this flavor of mazesoba before. The yuzu added a nice citrus note that balanced the saltiness of the dish. However, I found it a bit weird that the dish included leafy greens, as that isn't traditionally part of mazesoba. On my second visit, I tried the mentaiko cream mazesoba which I didn't enjoy. The sauce tasted like mayonnaise, and the consistency was more watery than expected. My friends' dishes also all had noticeably different sauce consistencies. Overall, my experience here has been fairly average, which is why it gets 3 stars. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place is known for their mazesoba, which is a Japanese dry ramen (with the egg yolk used as the sauce). I ordered the vegetable mazesoba (10/10), which has kabocha, tofu, and truffle oil. My friend got the yuzu shio mazesoba, but it was a bit sour & lacked toppings. Overall really good flavor, giving 4/5 as it's a bit expensive for what you get. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Yuzu Shio Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The noodles are perfectly al dente, really creamy and umami sauce with lots of flavors. The toppings are generous. Pork was well cooked and seasoned. Enjoyed the little portion of rice they gave to finish the sauce with. Overall very satisfying meal. Service was quick and the ambiance of the restaurant is cute and lively. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Yuzu Shio and Mentaiko Cream Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Cute and casual interior, similar to Futago Udon next door. The only played throwback Taylor Swift songs. The staff were helpful and efficient. I've never tried mazesoba before, but I thought the food was very good, with generous portions. I can see myself craving the yuzu shio very soon... read more

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The most impressive thing about this place is the quality of it's service. I was quickly seated, got to order, and then got served in probably at most 5 minutes. Props to the servers and kitchen for being incredibly efficient with their processes. Now when it comes to the food, I was not incredibly impressed sadly. This was not my first time having mazesoba and the bar wasn't met. The flavors between the various ingredients got intersected in a bad way where I got lost in what I was tasting which resulted in both the texture and taste becoming a wet confusion. When it comes to the $20 price point, I feel like there are many other noodle dishes that I can deeply appreciate more like udon or ramen. I hear a lot of good things about this place and I am willing to give it another shot, but I probably would go for something other than the mazesoba this time. read more

This is my second time at Kenzouka because my first time was so memorable! This casual spot specializes in broth-less ramen with a variety of toppings, and additional delicious offerings. I continue to find this place a unique experience as they offer a free bowl of rice near the end the meal to mix with any sauce left over in the bowl. My partner and I ordered two Mazesoba bowls, an appetizer, and a sushi roll. I ordered the Mentaiko Cream Mazesoba. It was topped with slow braised pork chasu that melted in my mouth. The dish was very unique and light tasting. It didn't leave me feeling heavy. My partner ordered the Tan Tan Mazesoba which had spicy minced pork, chili oil, and topped with a poached egg. The egg added a creaminess to the sauce and coated all the noodles. It was mild in spice and heavy with flavor! We also had the fried chicken wings appetizer and the Pink Lady roll. Everything was devoured, including the free bowl of rice. I arrived on Saturday around 630PM which was during the busy dinner hour. However, I only needed to wait a few minutes before seating. The shop's soft lighting, handmade paper cranes, and bright colored murals created a comfortable vibe. Service is really fast and friendly. There is plenty of street parking nearby and other shops in the area to shop or end the experience with dessert. read more

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A cozy udon shop where you can see the staff working and pulling the noodles so you know it's good. Came looking for warm udon but got my heart captivated by the cold udon. The spicy cold udon has chewy noodles, a strong broth flavor, and a wide range of textures that make it a pleasant experience to eat, especially in the summer heat. Would recommend, even if it's out of the way. read more

We got tan tan, mentaiko cream, and shoyu mazesoba. Noodles had a great chewiness and each bowl was very flavorful. My pork chashu was well seasoned and so tender. This is comparable to Kajiken, a mazesoba chain from Japan. Decent amount of seating for small to medium size groups. No issues with service. read more

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3.5-4/5 with meter parking and not a large restaurant. I didn't see it on the menu but apparently you need to spend a minimum of $15 per person so remember that. Service was ok it wasn't friendly. The soba was not too bad but the chashu was a little dry. read more

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I wasn't too impressed with Kenzoku - the price was pretty high for what we received, the taste wasn't too strong, and we felt a little bit rushed. I will say that the food came out spectacularly quickly - maybe 5 minutes after ordering, but we came an hour before close and felt very rushed throughout the meal even though we left 15 minutes before close. I got the Yuzu Shio mazesoba, which was $19 and came with chashu, scallion, mixed greens, onions, minced garlic, sesame seeds, and a poached egg. My partner ordered the Mentaiko Cream Mazesoba ($21), and their dish tasted very strongly of yuzu flavor, while mine had no yuzu flavor at all - it almost felt like they mixed up the broths, but all of the other toppings in our bowls were correct. I was a bit sad about the lack of yuzu in my noodles, but the chashu was also cut with the grain so the mead was a bit stringy and chewy. Other than that though, the greens tasted fresh, the noodles were nice and springy, and I did appreciate the scoop of rice we were offered at the end of the meal to finish up the leftover broth. I think both of the negatives (lack of yuzu and chashu cut) can be easily fixed, and maybe the yuzu issue was a mixup. Without those issues, I can easily seeing myself giving this a 4 or 5 in the future! We're very close so we will be back to try this another time. I will say that my partner also ordered the Matcha Einspanner Ice Latte and it was delicious! read more

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So glad I tried this place out!! I am not a big ramen person but mazesoba hits different! I don't think you can find anything similar in Boston: think thick ramen noodles in a savory umami sauce with lots of hearty toppings. I got the Tan Tan and the hamachi torch roll. Both were so delicious. A little pricey in my opinion for the level of service (nice but not super attentive or anything to write home about). Portion sizes are decent but not big enough for leftovers. Just for myself I spent over $40 after tax and tip and didn't have leftovers. I will definitely be back as a treat! read more

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Thanks to Yelp I found an excellent place close to my hotel for sushi rolls and a seaweed salad. It was packed and a line with a few people waiting for seating so I did take out. Customer service by Susan was wonderful !! read more

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The mazesoba was delicious as well as the portion size. It comes with a small bowl of rice for you to eat with the leftover sauce. I got the Yuzu Shio, and it gave a nice refreshing citrus flavor. This was similar to the mentaiko cream flavor but mentaiko has a slight creaminess. But the curry cheese was delicious if you like cheese. Service was normal and the vibes were really nice during the day. Would definitely come back again to try the other mazesoba. read more

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Another solid casual dinner experience in a lively restaurant! The udons/mazesoba quality is just as I remembered from a year ago, and the sauce is flavorbomb on its own. I have to say the appetizers are a bit disappointing, especially due to the very small portion size of the monkfish liver. Other than that, a solid choice for a casual dinner. Do note that they are very busy and service is not as attentive as one might expect, and they might ask u to order ahead before getting seated. Would recommend! read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Yuzu Shio, Takoyaki, monkfish liver appetizer, Mentaiko Cream Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I do not know if this is a frequent issue but the ventilation was terrible when I stopped by for an early dinner. The entire restaurant had a heavy smell of burnt oil that ended up sticking to my hair and clothes even though I did not stay for a very long time. The food itself is good and I appreciated how quickly the orders come out. I tried their tan tan mazesoba ($18) which is packed full of aromatics. The noodles themselves were quite filling so I almost did not ask for the extra rice at the end! I was glad I got the rice anyway because they do not give very much so the portion was manageable. The rice soaked up the soft egg, minced pork, and other toppings that were left in the bowl after I finished all of the noodles. My partner got the shoyu mazesoba. Even though there were a lot of ingredient/topping overlaps to the tan tan mazesoba, both had very distinct flavors. read more

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We had a little bit of a wait coming in, no more than 5 minutes. However, we were greeted immediately by a very friendly lady (might be the owner) and told us she'd seat us asap. Upon sitting down, she served us water and took our orders quickly. The food came out so fast, within 5 minutes!! Once we started eating, it was evident how much love and care went into these bowls, it was so delicious and flavorful!! Very filling portion and when you're almost done eating, they offer a free small bowl of rice to soak up the remaining sauce! Pricing was very reasonable for what you get and the very friendly staff and comfy atmosphere absolutely deserves a repeat visit!! read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Curry Cheese Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Service was great - very fast, efficient and pleasant. And the noodles were perfectly chewy and the flavor was delish! The only thing I didn't love were the diced onions but I can't remember if it was listed on the menu or not. The chashu pieces are thick and very flavorful without too much fat on them. They give you a small (ice cream scoop) bowl of rice to eat with the leftover broth when you're done which is nice. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Yuzu Shio - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great for the price! It's a smaller restaurant and we went with 5 people so I'm really glad we were able to get a table. This is one of my brother's favorite spots. It's really yummy and after you finish the bowl they give you rice to mix with the sauce. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The place is a nice, small spot with very efficient service. As a party of 2, we waited less than ten minutes to be seated on a Friday evening. We ordered our drinks and plates, and it felt like we got our mazesoba within 5 minutes. We also got takoyaki, which I was not a fan of (but I just don't like the dish in general anywhere). The hot green tea was nice to have with the noodles. I loved my curry cheese mazesoba, I do wish it had more cheese though. There were a lot of competing and complex flavors and textures, which on the one hand made it delicious and on the other made it feel a bit too rich/heavy. The chashu pork was extremely tender and extremely delicious, and they gave a nice hefty serving. I would definitely come back. I loved the small rice ball they gave us to finish off the sauce. read more

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The Tan Tan Mazesoba was very tasty. I wish I had more! We loved all the lucky cat decor. read more

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Had a great lunch with the family after touring BU. The food & service were both on point! We got there just after they opened and were seated quickly. read more

I've not had a lot of mazemen/soba/udon before, so I was excited to try this shop. I got my food as a take-out order, but it was phenomenal! I bet it would have been even better if I had eaten onsite! I got the Mentaiko Cream Mazesoba ($21) which has mentaiko, chashu, chives, shiso leaf, garlic, nori, sesame seeds for toppings. It was SOOOO yummy. I wished I had ordered two to take home! Surprisingly, the noodles were more like udon than a traditional soba, but not a complaint because it was delicious. The creamy sauce was so flavorful by itself, but the toppings really added complexity to the flavors of the dish overall.My only complaint is that the chashu was nothing to write home about. It wasn't cooked for long enough. The fat was not rendered properly. Can't wait to try their other items the next time I'm in town! read more

This is a solid mazesoba spot with a lot of flavor options. Mazesoba is a brothless ramen dish with flavorful sauce and topping. I tried the yuzu shio and it was very flavorful with a citrus flavor and a lot of tender pork chasu. The mentaiko cream mazesoba is a good choice for a more umami flavor profile too. You can end the meal with a small scoop of rice to scoop up all the flavorful sauce. A great experience! read more

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Yet again, great. Really liked the thai spicy mazesoba that I tried this time. Great depth in flavors. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Thai Spicy Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This is one of my favorite places to go in Boston and a place I recommend to friends that come to visit. I always get the Mentaiko Cream Mazesoba and should probably try other things on the menu, but am usually always craving this one. They also make a delicious matcha latte which is only an additional $2 with an order of noodles. The service is always quick and there's usually only a little bit of a wait to get seated. If you finish your bowl of noodles and still have sauce leftover, you can also ask for a free bowl of rice. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Mentaiko Cream Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Kenzoku Mazesoba gives you a refreshing taste. The service was so-so, even though the price was not busy; it gets even slower when there is a line at the door. - Pink Lady $16.00 Crab salad, Avocado inside w/ torch salmon, scallions, spicy mayo, sweet sauce, and tobiko on top. - Shoyu Mazesoba $19.00 Spicy minced pork, scallion, mixed green, chive, minced garlic, sesame seeds, poached egg. - Yuzu Shio $20.00 Slow-braised pork chashu, scallion, mixed greens, onion, minced garlic, sesame seeds, poached egg. Flavorful. Breaking the poached egg to mix all the ingredients in the bowl together, and with added vinegar, it just became more flavorful. You get a free bowl of rice to soak up the sauce, which I did not try since I was planning to go somewhere else for a second round. read more

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Absolutely perfect dining experience! The service was extremely fast and incredibly warm and welcoming. They filled up our water as soon as it got low and they were ready to bring us anything we needed. The restaurant itself was quaint, clean, and culturally reflective. Though it was a small space, it was not too loud and it didn't feel crowded. The dish itself was absolutely packed with flavor! There was a subtle spice that was not overwhelming and a consistent umami with depth and layers of flavoring. Each topping lended itself perfectly to the overall dish and brought its own element of texture from the crunch of the lettuce to the creaminess of the egg with the sauce. Additionally, the noodles had a perfect soft and slightly al dente texture. And I can't forget: the matcha was cherry on top! As a huge matcha fan, I can say this one tasted incredibly authentic. There was a prominent matcha bitterness that wasn't masked but enhanced by the fresh sweet foam on top. The matcha was the perfect consistency and perfect amount. I have no idea how they were able to make the food so quickly and yet so delicious! The only thing is that their dishes are a little pricey, but the portion is decent and if you're willing to splurge, this is a great place to go! Overall, on a nice cold fall day, this is a perfect quick dinner for anyone wanting something warm and comforting! read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Tan Tan Mazesoba and $2 Matcha Latte - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Saw the reviews and had to check this little place out! Such a cute restaurant to spend the evening at, the waitresses were so friendly and it was perfect for a Saturday night. It's busy, but their service was super quick. We had the Salmon Don (bowl), and the Kurobuta Sausage. The salmon and the ikura were fresh, and plentiful! Lots of rice underneath and I was full halfway through it. The sausage was definitely something new and so very vibrant, it was the perfect blend of sweet and savory. We loved this place and we can't wait to show our friends this little gem!! read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Salmon don - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This place was such a unique experience! When the food arrived, the staff gave clear instructions to mix the bowl before eating. I can just see the flavors and textures blending together. The spiciness really helped cut through the richness of the dish. And the onions and scallions helped brighten the dish. The best part of the dish was of course the noodles. They gave such a nice chew. The dining area brought in a lot of natural light which helped to highlight their food. Best yet, no MSG. read more

Easily one of my new favorite spots - Holy Cow was my mazesoba good. Kenzoku has a cute modern aesthetic and casual ambiance. Service is super attentive and efficient. I had to try one of the famous mazesoba bowls of course and decided I wanted something creamy and took a risk on the cheese mazesoba. I was blown away by the flavor. The mix ins were all my favorites, the garlic, poached egg, minced pork, blended so well with the cheese sauce and there was a nice texture to it with the crunchy greens. It was so flavorful and creamy and filling - I'm obsessed with the flavor. The noodles were amazing, it was my first time having mazesoba but it reminded me of a blend between ramen and udon, bouncy chewy and held the sauce so well. At the end of your bowl and you still have sauce you are offered some rice to finish it with and I'm thankful for that because I wanted to lick it clean. Cannot wait to go back and try the other bowls. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Yuzu Shio(top) , Cheese Mazesoba (bottom) - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Cute little noodle place that offers some delicious dishes. Service was quick and the servers were so nice and attentive. The place was minimal and very clean. I really enjoyed my sweet pork don and my friends were elated over their delicious noodle dishes! My dish was filling and really affordable. Excited to try more of their items next time. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I'm so glad they opened a mazesoba place around Boston!! The first time I've tried and enjoyed mazesoba was in LA, so it is a bit hard not to compare this to my experience there; however, for Boston, this is indeed one of the best. My S.O. and I love their curry cheese and yuzu shio mazesoba dishes. Lots of great flavor and toppings to enjoy. The noodle itself is also perfectly done. The best part is their chashu which is so tender. I also really enjoy the dessert option they offer -- passion fruit panna cotta! Service was quick and it's a nice spot for dates or just hanging with friends. Definitely will be coming back for more. read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Passion fruit panna cotta - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Food was amazing! I highly recommend coming to this business, as their options are wide and diverse. My favorite dish on the menu was the mentaiko cream mazesoba. Everything in the bowl was fresh and delectable. The service was also good. Interior vibes were comforting. If you're in the Boston area looking for good Japanese food, this is definitely a spot you should try! read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Mentaiko Cream Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Bouncy handmade noodles freshly made each day. The perfect amount of chew and thickness of ramen noodles. They are so tasty and unique that will turn anyone into a poetic after devouring and chewing through a bowl-full in minutes... Oh thee "al dente" of Japanese Ramen Noodles... Preserved in the most undisturbed and non-submerged form possible... Oh thy square angular edges... Created intelligently to only absorb the right amount of sauces nearby... I can go on and on about the poetic part of enjoying these noodles, but I will spare you the details. All I wanted to add is the place is clean and the service is quick and polite. We had the Tan-Tan, Yuzu Shio, Thai Spicy, Salmon Torch Maki, Matcha Latte, an Ume Sparking Water. Came out just under $100 after tips. Stellar 5-star sensory experience! read more

Kenzoku Mazesoba - Thai Spicy Mazesoba - Noodles Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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