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A beloved soba noodle shop in Nara, renowned for its exquisite handmade noodles and delightful fried soba gaki.

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Sobagakiya

Sobagakiya

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Must-see attractions

A beloved soba noodle shop in Nara, renowned for its exquisite handmade noodles and delightful fried soba gaki.

"The best soba I've ever had; the staff, atmosphere, and food were all incredible."

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Arrive Early or Reserve

Popular spot, so arrive early or make reservations to avoid long wait times.

Cash Preferred

Please note that cash payment is preferred at Sobagakiya; plan accordingly.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens Friday 11AM

Cuisine

Japanese Soba

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+81 70-1774-6886

Address

641-2 Odono, Sakurai, Nara 633-0062, Japan

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Exquisite Zaru Soba

Exquisite Zaru Soba

Handmade soba noodles with exceptional texture and aroma, perfectly complemented by a savory dipping sauce.

Unique Nameko Grated Soba

Unique Nameko Grated Soba

A flavorful and unique dish featuring grated Nameko mushrooms, offering a distinct taste experience.

Crispy Fried Soba Gaki

Crispy Fried Soba Gaki

Highly recommended for its delightful crispy exterior and chewy interior, a must-try specialty.

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Arrive Early or Reserve

Popular spot, so arrive early or make reservations to avoid long wait times.

Cash Preferred

Please note that cash payment is preferred at Sobagakiya; plan accordingly.

Parking Can Be Limited

Parking is limited, especially during peak hours. Consider arriving early.

Try the Specialties

Don't miss out on signature dishes like Tenzaru Soba or Nishinzaru Soba.

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Arrive Early or Reserve

Popular spot, so arrive early or make reservations to avoid long wait times.

Cash Preferred

Please note that cash payment is preferred at Sobagakiya; plan accordingly.

Parking Can Be Limited

Parking is limited, especially during peak hours. Consider arriving early.

Try the Specialties

Don't miss out on signature dishes like Tenzaru Soba or Nishinzaru Soba.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Sobagakiya is highly acclaimed for its exceptional handmade soba noodles, with many diners calling it the best they've ever had. The fried soba gaki and tempura are also frequently praised. While the food is a major draw, expect potential wait times due to its popularity, and be aware that cash payment is preferred. The attentive service and cozy atmosphere, enhanced by jazz music, contribute to a memorable dining experience.

"We waited one hour from 12:30 until 13:30. By then, they announced that the soba for the day was sold out so they could not add more people to the waiting list. Soba was well worthy!"

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"(Translated by Google) First visit from Osaka. Visited around 12:30.

The main trip was to visit Omiwa Shrine, but I had decided the day before that I wanted to eat some delicious soba noodles.
I knew it was a popular soba restaurant near Omiwa Shrine, so I went there without reading any reviews, so I went without making a reservation.
I was disappointed to see that reservations had ended for today, but I couldn't give up and opened the door, even though it might not be possible. I was told that I could go around 1:30pm or 2:00pm, so I made a reservation and waited in my car.
If you want to go, you should make a reservation.

It's worth the wait!
All are delicious, but
The fried soba noodles are especially delicious.
Since there were two of us, the female clerk asked if we could split it in half.
Thank you.

I ordered Tenzaru Soba with Juwari Soba.

It was snowing a lot and it was cold, but I'm glad I ordered something cold!
They have strained soba noodles, and the tempura is delicious. Of course, the soba soup came out and it was great.

They also divided the zenzai with soba noodles in half. The customer service was kind.
Everything was delicious and it was a great meal!

I'm very satisfied.
Next time I'll take my father.

There are several parking spaces in front of the store and in the adjacent parking lot. There were a lot of cars, so
There was a 7-Eleven nearby and there was a 500 yen parking lot in front of it, so I parked there.

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大阪から初来店。12時半ごろ訪問。

大神神社がメインの旅行でしたが、その前に美味しいお蕎麦を食べようと前日から決めてました。
大神神社の近くにある人気なお蕎麦屋さんだとわかり口コミを見ずに行ったので、予約せずに行きました。
本日のご予約終了とあり、残念に思いましたが、諦めきれず無理かもしれないけど、ドアをあけました。13時30分か2時ごろなら行けるとのことで、予約して車で待機しました。
行きたい方は予約した方がいいです。

待った甲斐があります!
どれもおいしいですが、
特に揚げ蕎麦がきが絶品です。
2人で行ったので店員の女性が半分に分けましょうかと声をかけてくれました。
ありがたいです。

十割そばの天ざる蕎麦を注文。

雪がすごく降ってきて寒かったのですが、冷やしを頼んで良かったです!
そばのこしもあり、天ぷらも美味しいです。蕎麦湯ももちろん出てきて最高でした。

蕎麦がき入りぜんざいも半分ずつに分けてくださりました。親切な接客でした。
どれも美味しくご馳走様でした!

大満足です。
次は父を連れて行きます。

駐車場もお店の前、隣の駐車場に数台あります。車がいっぱいだったので、
近くにセブンイレブンがあり、そこの前に500円のパーキングがありましたので、こちらに止めました。"

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"(Translated by Google) I stopped by by car from Kashihara Shrine on National Foundation Day. I was able to get close to the store easily, but the road in front of the store was very congested. Even though I was there, I couldn't make any progress.
The tempura soba was of course delicious, but I was surprised by the taste of the soba gaki. It was chewy, smooth, and really delicious. They cut the soba noodles into two, so I was able to eat both types. I want to go again.

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建国記念の日に橿原神宮から車で立ち寄りました。店の近くまではすんなり来れましたが、店の前の道がとても渋滞します。もうそこなのに全然進みませんでした。
天ぷらそばはもちろんおいしかったですが、そばがきのおいしさにびっくりした。もっちりして、なめらかで、本当においしかったです。そばがきは二等分にしてくれたので、2種類とも食べられました。また行きたい。"

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What People Like

Outstanding soba noodle texture and aroma
Delicious fried soba gaki and tempura
Attentive and kind service

What People Dislike

Long wait times
Limited parking
Cash only preference

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, reservations are highly recommended as the restaurant is very popular and often has long wait times or sells out for the day.

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The handmade Zaru Soba and the unique Nameko Grated Soba are highly recommended, as is the crispy Fried Soba Gaki.

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Cash payment is preferred at Sobagakiya, so please plan accordingly.

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To avoid long waits, it's best to arrive early, shortly after opening, or try to make a reservation.

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Parking can be limited. While there are some spots near the store, nearby paid parking is also an option.

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