This soba was so yummy and fresh. There is usually a line, but we got there right in time and got one of the last inside tables. Such a unique dining experience, between the ambiance and food itself. Not many japanese restaurants specialize in soba, but it was worth the drive. I personally think my soup broth was a little too salty for my liking but still a delicious meal overall. read more

Soba Ichi - Chicken soba! - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

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WHEN: Sunday @4:30pm PARKING: Free street parking, but come early! They open at 5pm, but you may want to line up around 4:30pm. However, with the rainy day, they didn't open up the gate until 5pm. There were people lined up outside in the sprinkle weather. You order first, and then sit down. While you wait for your food, you can order drinks from the bar. Both indoor and outdoor seating was available and since the tables have dividers which made it feel intimate, I felt safe dining indoors. I love how wonderfully moody the indoor seating is! Can be quite romantic. Here's what we ordered and shared: OSTUMAMI SET - $10 Persimon namasu, sesame vinegar pickled gobo, simmered clams & kombu. This feels like something that should have been included in our meals. It's like the banchan that comes with your Korean cuisine...only its just 3 things that cost a whopping $10. They all taste between sweet and prickly and I did enjoy them. It's like a snack before the main course arrives. JAPANESE STYLE OYSTER CONFIT - $14 Marinated oyster w / baguette. This tiny appetizer come with 4 pieces of sliced baguette and I wish it came with just 2 more. The oyster confit was very rich and I enjoyed it well enough. Can't say about the roof of my mouth though. SOBA-KO KARAAGE w/SPICY NEGI SAUCE - $13 Chicken thigh, buckwheat flour, negi. Eh, its just okay. Dry center and I rather have a spiced mayo dipping sauce. I'm trash like that. SAUTED MONTEREY SQUID - $15 w/ squid ink sauce & shio koji dressing, broccoli, parsley. A favorite last time so I need to get it again. Very tender, rich and full of flavor. I highly recommend this. TORORO SOLA w/MAGURO - $25 Cold soba noodles w grated mountain yam, marinated big eye tuna. The yam was prepared in the way that made it slimy so it's definitely unique and may not be for everyone. Tuna was fine and so was the soba. SOBA CHA GELATO - $10 The buckwheat flavor was very subtle but the consistency of the gelato was great. Very smooth and creamy, and probably the most expensive ice cream I've ever ordered. So far it's been a hit or miss for me. Def a place if I feel like splurging some while splitting everything with a friend. Appreciate this place's authenticity. read more

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To be quick and honest--I love soba in general and found their soba decent, but would not go out of my way to dine here again, especially given wait time, size of the meal, and prices. I understand that the soba noodles themselves are made in-house/from scratch, which is commendable, but I couldn't distinguish it taste or texture-wise from the packaged soba that you can buy at a Japanese grocery store. The broth was also very similar/indistinguishable from bottled mentsuyu. I think the meal set that I'd ordered was around $32 (including a mandatory 20% service charge), and although the soba looks like a large portion, it's laid out flat and spread out on the plate which gives the illusion of it being a decent size, but I finished the noodles pretty quickly. I was hoping to order more noodles a la carte to eat with my remaining dipping broth, but was told that it'd be ~$15 for the same portion, which made little sense. I left feeling pretty hungry and ended up getting "second" dinner elsewhere that night. read more

Soba Ichi - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

Food: I love that they do a seasonal menu! We ordered homemade tofu, corn fritter with matcha salt, hot soba with shrimp and shishito tempura, and cold soba with chicken. Delicious and presentation was 10/10. Service: The servers were very respectful and quick. You order at the front and then take your number to an open table. Ambiance: Their outdoor seating is cute! I would say good for a date night or casual hang out with friends. We will definitely be back! read more

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There are not many restaurants that specialize in soba, so I was really excited to try out Soba Ichi. I came with one other person and we ordered a Hotaru Ika appetizer, a Tempura Soba, and a Nishin Soba. Hotaru Ika was in season and it was a pleasant surprise to see on the menu. It tasted extremely fresh. It came with a mustard sauce which I think was selected to help cleanse the palate in between bites. The soba noodles were tasty as far as soba noodles go, but I felt like it could have had more bite to it; it was too soft for my preferences. The broth in the Tempura Soba was okay; it was not particularly memorable. The tempura was nicely fried, but not a whole lot of tempura came with the dish. The broth in the Nishin Soba was probably the highlight of the meal for me. You really got a strong umami fish flavor out of the broth that makes you want to drink up all of it. As for the fish in the Nishin Soba, it was slightly over cooked and tasted dry. I was also a bit annoyed by the small bones left in it (I know it's edible, but I think a lot of people do not prefer to eat those bones because they end up scratching your mouth and throat). I think this restaurant is probably at 3.5 for me, but I rounded down because I don't think I would purposefully go back unless I had a friend that wanted to try it out. read more

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I could not rave about this place enough. The soba was delish and so were the appetizers. We had the sashimi and the tempura. It's in a graffitied area but it was a weekday so there was no one on the street. Once you walk in, you feel like you're transported to a different place. You order before you sit down. Once seated, the inside is cute with string lights above you. I highly recommend this place and would probably go back if I'm in the area again in the future. read more

Soba Ichi - The rest of this tempura. So good ! - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

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4.5 stars Excellent food. The place can be a bit on the colder side during winter evening. One must line up to order at the window and then sit down. On the pricy side for soba but well worth it. Super nice and friendly staff. MUST HAVE: duck soba Soba with tempura The sobas here are amazing. I read a few reviews on 80% vs 100% wheat soba. Now they only carry one - 80%. So no need to sweat on running out of 100%. The texture and taste of the soba is perfect. A bit of nuttiness from the soba but completely smooth on the tongue. The broth is clear and beautifully flavorful. The anti-thesis of the rich pork ramen broth from the Japanese ramen places. Ultimate comfort food. The rare duck breast is perfectly cooked and the tempura lightly fried. Perfectly executed dishes. SOLID: Soba no mi pudding - crunchiness on top of the not-so-sweet pudding. My mom and I enjoyed sharing this. OK TO SKIP Kale and kabocha salad. Decent but not a standout comparing to the farm to table places in the bay area. Didn't love the cheese on top. Pickeled vegetable. Standard. I also really liked the hojicha tea and flavored sake (summer sake with tangerine flavor) read more

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Good food and cute setting! The patio definitely feels like a tucked away garden. I got the cold soba noodles with tempura and this was tasty. The noodles came with a light dipping sauce that was flavorful and balanced. We also got a corn fritter as an appetizer! This was a fun and tasty starter. We finished with the soba cha gelato, and this was surprisingly so good! I wasn't really sure what to expect, but it had the buckwheat and matcha flavor come through while still being a sweet treat. I'd recommend trying this! The main downside during our experience was the very long wait for our soba noodles to come out. We waited almost 40 min. But this is a nice spot to try if you are looking for soba noodles! read more

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We ordered the Veggie Kakiage and Nishin Soba. The Veggie Kakiage, a mixed vegetable tempura. The flavor was very subtle, so the matcha salt that it came with helped enhance it. The Nishin Soba with the herring was delicious: well-fileted and flavorful. The service was via a counter, but the wait staff was proactive and helpful. The ambiance had a Japanese decor that was well-done. read more

Soba Ichi - Nishin Soba - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

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I visited Soba Ichi on a cold weekday evening. I've been wanting to try this restaurant for a long time, but held off because I know it can get crowded. Unfortunately, I left feeling a little disappointed. While I can agree that the food is high quality, it took over 45 minutes for us to get our order even though it wasn't busy. For the price that I paid (~$25+ per bowl), I was honestly hoping to leave a bit fuller than I did. Personally, the soup base was a bit too salty for me, but the noodles, duck and tempura were good. The staff were all super nice and helpful - maybe I just came on a bad day :( read more

Soba Ichi - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

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Having lived in Japan for a year, I can't recommend this place highly enough. Surprises every week, Michelin star quality at reasonable prices. I like the picnic tables outside and the booths inside. Their handmade fresh soba is bar none. read more

Excellent soba! We came early and sat inside. A few of the appetizers were standouts from the Mizuna salad with beef to the croquette with duck (this was absolutely divine). The tofu was creamy and made in house while the tamago was satiating and a nice, plump treat. The mackerel sashimi is amazing, probably the best I've had, and it came with raw oysters, also a winner. My ebi soba was hot and incredible. Mellow, tasty and a great comfort meal. It paired really well with the Den 90 sake, a smooth drink that's easy to finish off. read more

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We came here when it opened right at 5pm and would definitely recommend to get ahead of the lines and parking situation. I loved how pretty it is outside and how the staff really helped answer all questions and suggested items that we've never tried. It was amazing. read more

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Giant mochi. What more do you need to know? OK, so Soba Ichi is the much hyped soba noodle place, and the other reviews on Yelp are pretty good at capturing the flavors and sights of the famed noodle house. On my first trip, I fell in love with the Kamo Nanban, which is the soba with hot broth and slices or rare duck. I also shared a tasty and refreshing kale and mushroom salad, as well as fried spring rolls in thick broth (this was a special). But the real highlight of the night was the dessert -- giant mochi (about the size of half of a small apple) stuffed with delectable mousses. I've had mochi before, filled with anything from bean to ice cream, but this was boss level mochi. My dining partner and I ordered both flavors that were offered that night: a cinnamon apple mousse mochi and a pecan nut mousse mochi. Each mochi is $13, but well worth it, and you can certainly share one, but my advice would be to get your own. I know sharing is caring, but I give you permission to be selfish with these mochi. I realize desserts may be ever-changing at a place like Soba Ichi, but based on these mochi alone I would never skip dessert here (and I'm not a dessert person). But regardless of your thoughts on dessert or mochi, I'd definitely recommend Soba Ichi for the delicious duck soba, creative appetizers, and charming ambiance (there is both indoor and outdoor seating -- and heaters outside as well). But I would be an irresponsible Yelper if I did not remind you that the line starts forming early. My friend got there at 4:30 on a rainy Saturday and was first in line. I showed up a few minutes later and there were at least six other people there. But I think the wait is worth it, and I'll be back soon. read more

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Started with the Tamagoyaki. They give you a piece and it was pre-made. Def didn't think it was worth it and would not get again! It just wasn't for me! The Duck Liver w/ Negi Shio I liked and it came with light crackers to eat with. We ran out of crackers and they gave us some more, the duck liver was very rich and creamy, but less fatty than other duck livers I've tried. The soba was good, wasn't sure it was amazing. It was a bit annoying to have fly's flying around for outdoor seating. Decent soba place! read more

Transported me to Japan right here in Oakland! Absolutely delicious soba and wonderful environment read more

Soba Ichi - Soba w shrimp tempura - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

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Soba Ichi is located in the middle of the street, a little difficult to find but you won't regret it. It is a cute and small place with limited indoor and outdoor seating. I recommend coming in when they first open because the lines can get long! Parking can be a little tough too with mainly street parking. Even with a full house, they were able to deliver our food in a timely manner. I forgot the appetizer's name but it was the star of the show! Comprising of lightly fried shrimp, scallops, and onions, it was very airy and delicious. The dipping sauce was great too - the perfect match. Highly recommend. For main course, I got the Tempura Soba. It came with 4 different types of tempura: mushroom, squash, some kind of pepper, and shrimp. The soba was okay, the soup was a little too strong for me but the tempura was good! My personal favorite was the mushroom one (but I'm biased because I love mushrooms!) Overall, definitely recommend if you're looking for warm, comfy, hole in the wall food! read more

Soba Ichi - Tempura Soba. Tempura includes shrimp, squash, some kind of pepper, and mushroom. - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

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I ordered the tempura soba, while my husband got the duck. My dish came with 4 pieces of tempura, and they were soft while crunchy- pretty good. The duck was not great, in my opinion, but not bad. Overall, the food was nothing special and way overpriced, as some other reviewers have mentioned, especially considering the portion sizes and just okay taste. The process of ordering the food and getting a seat were easy and straightforward, but my friend, whose husband ordered appetizers while she got the cold soba, got her dish at least 15 minutes later than the rest of us did. The server explained when we asked about it, that they prioritized soba orders first. I guess that means hers came out later because there were appetizers in her order? Still unsure what it meant. Finally, just a heads up. Not a big deal, but for those hoping to go with babies, there are no changing tables in the restrooms, at least my husband didn't find one when he went to change my daughter. We did get lucky, however, and find a table outside that had enough room to park 2 strollers by it. read more

Had heard good things about this place so decided to come on my birthday. Made it a point to arrive at about 530pm on a Saturday to avoid long lines. We were able to order pretty quickly, and found a table outside. I got the duck breast udon and had the egg omelet to share. It's a good thing we came so early, because the food sure took its time. I'd say the appetizers came out in about 10-15 minutes. The omelet was pretty sad looking. For $10, I expected a bigger portion. It was tightly rolled, and had about 4 slices. So just one slice for each of us. There was only egg, literally nothing else. Not sure what I expected, but definitely something more. It was also on the sweeter side, more like a dessert? The udon took maybe 50 minutes to come out, and it was just okay. I liked the broth more than the salmon roe udon broth, but still not worth that long wait. There were 5 small pieces of duck breast. It was good, but wish they were bigger. Overall, everything was fine, just not up to expectations. Maybe I came here expecting too much because it was my birthday and was supposed to be a special occasion. read more

Parking - okay Only street parking and not a lot Wait time - good Order first then sit down, they have small indoor and big outdoor seating Food quality + service - very good/great Any of the soba noodles are very good - texture is el dente and chewy like it was made fresh From ordering to sitting down, service is also great - very fast and efficient and servers help bring your food out to your table with the number you receive after ordering Price - pricey While the food is good, most menu items are more on the expensive - Only open dinner times Thursday-Sunday. - Appetizers on menu are always changing so cool to try something new. - Came here multiple times already since food is very good. Realized I would only get the same things each time, but still tastes good each time :) read more

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Their website and Instagram are utterly useless. They do not indicate anywhere when they are closed, so I showed up to a shut gate. Yelp said they were open. Google said they were open. The website and Instagram didn't indicate a schedule change. Please use your Instagram for something useful and post that you are closed on July 4th so people don't show up to nothing. read more

A++++++ meal. Takes me back to Japan and the cozy vibes of fall. I will note that the soba is not cheap, which I think is where the negative reviews come from. I however think the price tag, every once in a while, is quite worth the atmosphere and taste! Will definitely be back :) read more

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This is a very hidden restaurant. It's on a side street and the entrance isn't very obvious. But once you're inside there is a very nice ambiance with both indoor and outdoor seating. You order at the window but there are menus available. I will say that this is a pretty pricey place. Most of the dishes ranging around 20 or so dollars. I ended up getting the duck soba and someone else got the herring soba. I will say that the herring soba was probably better than the duck though I always enjoy a medium rare duck. It was primarily because the soup of the duck was sweeter than that of the herring which had more of a soy sauce taste. The caveat being that the hearing head bones still and it required being very careful with eating. read more

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Soba Ichi's atmosphere is cute. The service is great and requires you to order at the cashier before sitting down. We came early, so I do not know how they handle guests who do not have a seat after ordering. This place is set up for eating and then leaving. The hot duck soba was great. The duck was perfectly cooked. There was a citrus flavoring to the broth that went really well with the charred green onion. Highly recommend coming at 5 since the queue starts pretty early. The confetti oysters were okay, worth a try but nothing mind-blowing. The mochi dessert is pretty good. Place does not have high chair for your little one, only a cushion. read more

Loved the cold soba, sashimi and duck croquettes. The hot soba with shrimp broth was better than the chicken for me. Their wait times are nuts so don't go on a Friday evening like we did. Great unpretentious spot cranking out delicious soba! PS: The dipping sauce with the cold soba is addictive! read more

**3.5 stars rounded up to 4 stars** My first time coming to a soba place! We arrived around 8 PM and the line was still pretty long. You order with a cashier and then can choose to sit inside or outside. The outdoor patio has a really nice ambience though with the benches and string lights. Japanese Style Oyster Confit ($14): I've never had anything like this before and it was delicious. The umami flavor is amazing. I only wish we had more bread to dip into the oil. Kamo Nanban ($25): This was a hot soba with sliced rare duck breast on the top. You could really taste the duck in the broth and the meat was cooked perfectly. It would have been nice if there were some veggies in it too. Yamagata Dashi Soba ($25): This was a cold soba packed full of veggies. I really loved the variety of tastes and texture in this. The soup was so salty though that it made it hard to enjoy the dish. I ended up diluting it with some water to help. Hojicha Gelato ($10): This is a full container of gelato, which is nicely packaged so that you can take it home when it's too much to finish! It didn't taste as creamy as a gelato to me, but the hojicha flavor is really strong and there were even some tea leaves in there. Overall, I would come back because there are some unique starter items that I would want to try. This is also one of the only soba places that I know of, but it is definitely on the pricier side! read more

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Soba Ichi is hidden away on a street with lots of graffiti. The service was amazing and loved the ambiance. Parking is definitely hard to find in the area, since it's street parking only. You wait in line and order at the window - then find a table to sit at. They offer indoor and outdoor seating. We ordered the salmon sashimi + firefly squid, Ebi Ten Seiro (Cold Noodles + Shrimp Tempura) and Kami Nanban Soba (Hot Soba + Duck). The salmon sashimi + firefly squid was delicious - especially the firefly squid! Our soba came out almost 30 minutes later... I honestly thought they forgot my order. The Ten Seiro noodles were undercooked but the cold broth was delicious. The Kamo Nanban Soba - noodles and broth was so tasty but the duck itself was SO GAMY. The presentation was so pretty but for the price, food and long wait... I don't think it's for me. read more

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I'm not a soba aficionado but this place is 5/5. They made soba in house with 90-100% of buckwheat flour (need to verify this info). I preferred the cold soba over hot soba. The dipping sauce is more intense than the soup in hot soba. read more

Soba Ichi - Hot soba with duck - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

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Soba Ichi is hidden in the industrial area of West Oakland. When you walk through the gates it's like you're transported into a little country side restaurant in Japan. Everything is decorated perfectly and makes you feel at home. My dads soba dish came out first and sadly I had to ask our waiter twice to check on my dish. By the time my soba noodles came out, my dad was almost done with his. Such a bummer as I would have loved to experience the meal with my dad. The tempura was also soggy & cold, seemed like it had been sitting there for some time. Flavors were spot on though. It's not a cheap spot so be ready to spend at least $100 for two people. Pro tip: first come first seating. Arrive early to get a spot inside! It's worth the ambiance. read more

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Went with my teenagers. Stood in line for 30 minutes. Seated right away. Waited 5 min for appetizers. About 20 min in, ordered a couple more apps before the soba came out because the girls were hangry. Here's how we rated it: APPS Tamagoyaki 6/10 Nishin Kanro-ni 8/10 Cucumbers 5/10 Duck 9/10 SOBA Cold w/tempura 7.5/10 Hot w/tempura 7.5/10 Seafood (clams) 7.5/10 DESSERT Gelato 10/10 Total bill $225+ including beer and ramune Service 10/10. Glad we tried it (finally) but probably won't be back. read more

There is a line to order and then you're seated. We came on a Sunday night and there was a 20 min wait just to order. Homemade tofu was a must have and really enjoyable. The tamagoyaki was more similar to an egg cake and not that tasty. Yamagata dashi soba was cold and refreshing with all the chopped vegetables and the soba noodles are fairly el dente. The kamo nanban was a hot noodle with the tender duck breast. Really enjoyed the hot noodles as the flavor really came out. read more

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Best soba noodles in the Bay in my humble opinion. Been going faithfully since they opened. It was one of my last meals before giving birth to my daughter who is now 5. The noodles are the perfect texture, al dente, and the dipping sauce is perfect. You can ask for the noodle cooking water after you are done and drink it to finish your meal. The shrimp tempura is the best I've had. The matcha salt is delicious and the shrimp are so fresh and perfectly fried. We always enjoy the house made tofu, tamagoyaki egg omelet, cucumber with miso dip, and seasonal salads (this time it was with early girl tomatoes and Monterey Bay Squid). There are no reservations and there is frequently a line but the authentic food is worth it in my opinion. The service is good and everyone I've come across there is kind, especially Chihui who I've known since the beginning of going there. The outdoor seating is refreshing and my kids love the outdoor fountain. The indoor dining is available again post COVID and is nice for intimate parties and dates. Check it out if you miss Japan or like Japanese noodles and food! read more

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How did I never hear about this deliciously authentic Japanese soba restaurant till now? The flavors truly tasted like I was in Japan and the efficient service reminded me of Japan too. I'm only taking away one star because it was all a bit pricier than I would have liked. (But what isn't these days) We sat outdoors as we had a larger group and the tables inside sat a maximum of 4 people. It wasn't cold despite it being November as there were heat lamps scattered around the tables. The tables are spaced apart but are pretty cosy. We ordered a variety of things to share including: Shira-ae persimmon salad - pretty good and an interesting idea for fall Dashimaki - alright, not the best I've had and on the sweet side Nama yuba age - a spring roll made with fried tofu skin and served with a starchy sauce. It was really good! I would order this again. Ten-Seiro - cold soba with a dipping sauce, tempura on the side with matcha salt. The soba had a nice bite to it and the dipping sauce had a good smoky flavor from the katsuobushi. I liked the matcha salt with the tempura which made it a little different from how it's usually served. Kamo nanban - a Kyoto classic! In hot broth with grilled duck breast and leek, this was warming for the cold weather. The noodles didn't get soggy which was nice and the duck was nicely cooked. There wasn't much duck considering what you pay though, so that was a bummer. Tip: there's a long line when they first open but if you have anyone in your party arrive first, they can order and get a number and for anyone who arrives subsequently, you can add your order to the same table number without having to line up again! read more

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Great food, comfortable ambience with inside and outside seating. The fresh made tofu was delicious and a nice selections of saki. Vegan options. Hand made soba. read more

This place was recommended by a colleague who used to live in Oakland and mentioned that this was her favorite spot. After two years of being on my list, I finally made it out here. Too many Mondays and Tuesdays pass by where I think about it then realize it isn't open. Going in, you notice that the ambiance is calm and cozy. Everything is warm and simple. I got the duck soba served in warm broth, then went back and got mixed tempura and the season special (Aji sashimi). The food came out quick, the staff was attentive, and at the end they grabbed the fish carcass and deep fried it. Things like that elevate a restaurant for me even though I wasn't into that item specifically. Recommended for something different, a date for foodies, or a hot summer day to have some cold soba. read more

Soba Ichi - Duck Soba - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

One, if not only, of the few places that serve soba noodles made in house. They've had to change their set up to order first versus the sit down experience they had when they opened before COVID, but the soba noodles are still delicious. I have memories as a kid growing up in Japan eating soba with my mom; eating these noodles always brings me back. I keep it simple and get the cold zaru soba. Take a little dollop of wasabi, a few pieces of green onion, and a good chopstick grab of soba to dip in the soba dipping sauce and slurp it up. Don't forget to ask for the soba broth when you're done to mix with the remaining dipping sauce as a delicious meal finisher! read more

Soba Ichi - Zaru Soba - Noodles Near Me - Oakland, California

Fresh soba noodles, light and hearty tempuras, delicious duck meat, and tasty tuna rice (Maguro Yukke). Would definitely be back to try their other seasonal dishes! read more

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Honestly the only problem I have with Soba Ichi is that I don't live closer to it. Since day one here I've been in love. I mean it's fresh Soba noodles with flavorful broths, fun appetizers and kickass desserts ... what's there not to love. Whenever we are in town we always visit. The ambience is relaxed, the service is great and like I said the food is outstanding. read more

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Soba Ichi - A Taste of Japan in West Oakland If you're craving truly authentic Japanese soba without hopping on a plane to Tokyo, Soba Ichi is the real deal--tucked away in an unexpected block of West Oakland. Yes, the neighborhood can feel a bit sketchy in parts, but once you step inside, it feels like you've been transported to a serene soba shop in Japan. The soba is made fresh daily, with that perfect bite and nutty buckwheat flavor you'd expect in a top-tier Tokyo spot. Pair it with their crispy tempura and seasonal appetizers--each dish is prepared with care and traditional technique, beautifully plated, and full of flavor. Now, about the price--this is the Bay Area, so be prepared for a bit of sticker shock if you've had your fair share of soba in Japan. But honestly, for the quality and authenticity you're getting here, it's worth the splurge. Bottom line: if you're not flying to Japan anytime soon but still want the real soba experience, Soba Ichi is where you go. A hidden gem that's absolutely worth seeking out. read more

Two words: buckwheat gelato. Get this amazing dessert. Do not hesitate. I asked if they make this in house but they don't. They partnered with Caravaggio Gelato lab on shattuck (on my list to visit next!). It's hard to explain what makes it so good. The taste is subtle. Slightly nutty but not really. The texture a mix of a sorbet and a gelato. A fantastic palette cleanser from the main course. It's not an overtly sweet in your face dessert. I won't bore you with details about the food bc others have left great reviews which I mostly agree with. I love the interior with the clean wooden tables and seating and the twinkle lights on the ceiling. I feel like I'm transported somewhere serene once I step inside. The cold soba is great on a hot summer day. The tempura has a good crisp but the portion is small. I will say that it may seem pricey for what it is - a common complaint that I hear from ppl who have visited. Worth going though! Especially for a nice occasion or to impress your out of town guests ;) read more

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