Opened in April this year in front of the Meiji Shrine, "BASO" is a soba restaurant produced by the popular ramen shop "Dame na Rinjin". Located about a 7-minute walk from Harajuku Station, it is tucked away on a narrow street just off the main road, in an area with a distinctly Harajuku vibe, attracting a lot of young female customers. The menu mainly features "dipping SOBA" with toppings such as tempura and duck, along with tempura rice bowls and white rice. The dining area is on the 2nd floor, with a stylish atmosphere featuring a 6-seat counter and a large table for 10 people. The table offers unlimited Wakame seaweed, garlic chives, tempura crumbs, Kujyo green onions, and nori, giving off a "Dame na Rinjin" vibe. The "Salted Duck Dipping SOBA" priced at 1150 yen, paired with the "Egg Tempura Rice Bowl" for 350 yen, is served on a tray with soba, dipping sauce, condiments, and tempura rice. The soba is presented beautifully in a three-dimensional stone bowl, with thick and chewy noodles. The aroma of the soba is not very strong, more similar to the noodles in "dipping noodles". The duck dipping sauce is warm, with two dice-sized pieces of duck meat in the sauce. It has a strong flavor with a combination of fish umami and a sharp soy sauce taste, complementing the thick soba noodles. The salted duck is placed on top of the soba, tender and delicious without any strong flavors. Adding Wakame seaweed, green onions, nori, and garlic chives halfway through enhances the flavors. The garlic chives have a slightly ethnic spice taste, and the spicy paprika sauce on the noodle plate adds a stimulating kick. The egg tempura rice bowl features freshly fried and piping hot egg tempura with a crispy coating and a runny egg yolk, making it a perfect accompaniment to the meal. The soba alone may not be filling enough for men, so the addition of the egg tempura rice bowl is just right. It serves as a great side dish. While this soba may not be to everyone's taste due to its uniqueness, the dipping sauce, salted duck, and egg tempura rice bowl are all delicious. Not only is the restaurant trendy, but it also offers good value for money.

I heard a rumor on SNS that a stylish soba restaurant opened in Jingumae in April, so I decided to visit for the first time. I arrived 10 minutes before the opening time (11:20) and there were already 20 people in line. This time, I ordered the salted duck dipping soba (1150 yen). The thick noodles were soft enough to easily bite through. The duck meat was also tender and delicious. Lastly, I had the soba broth, which was split into about 1/3 portion. If you only have the dipping soba, it might be a bit lacking in quantity. Next time, I would like to try ordering a rice dish as well.

- Salted duck soba: ¥1,150 - Braised pork soba: ¥1,150 - Tempura egg over rice: ¥350 - Bottled beer: ¥600 This soba restaurant is part of a series of establishments that are gaining popularity on social media for being quirky. They offer two types of dipping sauce for their soba, both of which are lightly flavored. The focus is on the soba noodles, with condiments like green onions, seaweed, and tempura crumbs provided for added flavor. The noodles are thick, possibly with a higher ratio of wheat flour than buckwheat flour, as the buckwheat flavor is almost non-existent. The toppings such as salted duck and braised pork are of good quality. The tempura egg over rice has potential but falls short due to a bland sauce and overcooked rice. The bottled beer is also on the pricier side. Overall, it's a disappointing experience considering the restaurant's promising concept.

I went to a soba restaurant located in a narrow alley off the main street. I purchased a meal ticket from the ticket machine outside. After ordering at the counter on the first floor and receiving a plastic number tag, I sat at an available table on the second floor. The cozy space had nice lighting and there were about three other customers. After a while, my food arrived, called by the number on my tag. The tray held beautifully presented soba noodles in an elaborate bowl and a red-glazed dish of dipping sauce. The spicy condiment was not wasabi, but a chili paste served next to the soba. The thick soba noodles and duck meat reminded me of a famous soba restaurant, and the chili paste went well with them. Midway through the meal, I added a couple pinches of garlic chive pepper to the dipping sauce and mixed it with the duck meat, which also tasted great. The neatly arranged noodles were easy to pick up and slurp, maintaining a nice rhythm. I really liked this place. After finishing the meal, I took the dishes downstairs to return them at the counter. Thank you for the meal.

I visited a popular ramen shop that is produced by the "Bad Neighbor" and tried their dipping soba. I ordered the Salted Duck Dipping Soba (¥1,150). The visual presentation was like tsukemen, with thick flat noodles that were refreshing. The duck meat was moist and glossy. There were various condiments on the table for unlimited use. The garlic chive pepper was spicy and delicious, so I added a lot of it. The tempura bits were freshly fried in the shop and were crispy and amazing. Personally, I thought that soba shops tend to have a slightly intimidating atmosphere for students, but this place had a modern vibe, making it more approachable. The fact that the ticket machine is outside makes it easy to check the menu. Thank you for the meal!

I went to a soba restaurant that serves thick soba noodles in a dipping style, which seems to be produced by the popular restaurant "Dame na Rinjin." I was curious, so I went for lunch on a weekday. First, I bought a meal ticket outside, then went inside and waited in line until I was seated. I think I waited for about 15 minutes. The presentation of the dishes was impressive, and the soba noodles were thick and beautifully arranged. On social media, it seems like the braised pork and salted duck are popular. There were seaweed, garlic chives, tempura crumbs, and Kyoto green onions as condiments on the table, which you could freely add to your dish. Reviews seem to be mixed, but if you think of it as a new kind of soba, the thick noodles offer a chewy texture that is enjoyable. My husband paid an extra 100 yen for a large portion, but it was the same size as mine, so it's a mystery how much you get with a large portion.

This time I received the following items: - Salted duck soba with extra meat - Spicy meat soba - Tempura (shrimp and vegetable) - Tempura rice bowl with egg BASO is a shop known for its unique thick soba noodles, produced by the popular ramen shop "Dame na Rinjin-san." The soba noodles served in stone bowls were thick and flavorful. The duck was tender and delicious. I was very satisfied with the meal. The tempura was hot and crispy with plenty of shrimp, and the tempura rice bowl with egg was delicious with the runny egg. The broth is a blend of five types of dried fish, Nihonbashi dashi, and rich soy sauce, creating a flavorful base. The broth for the spicy meat soba had a harmonious blend of spices, offering a different taste experience. The table was set with seaweed, garlic chives, tempura scraps, and seaweed for added flavor. The cafe-like interior was stylish and inviting.

I went to BASO (@baso_omotesando) in Omotesando! Salted Duck Soba for 1150 yen and Braised Pork Soba for 1150 yen. Located in a trendy alley near Omotesando, Harajuku, and Meiji Shrine, this popular and stylish soba restaurant. First, when I tried the Salted Duck Soba... Soba sensation! The thick and chewy soba made with 80% buckwheat is delicious!! Very stylish, and the authentic duck soba with a focus on noodle making is excellent. When I tried the Braised Pork Soba... Soba delight! The warm duck with hot dipping sauce and the braised pork with cold dipping sauce are both delicious!! The braised pork is very filling and makes you crave rice. It's a very stylish place, but the soba is authentic. They pay attention to detail, adjusting the production method based on the day's temperature and humidity! The dashi is made from 5 types of dried fish, resulting in a deep flavor that makes you want to keep eating forever!! If you want to try stylish and authentic soba that continues the food culture from the Edo period, I recommend going to BASO. If you feel the soba sensation, please like, save, and comment! #OmotesandoSoba #OmotesandoSoba #OmotesandoGourmet #OmotesandoLunch #OmotesandoDinner #InstaWorthyGourmet #Foodstagram #InstaAwardGourmet2022 #SecretRestaurant #TokyoSoba #TokyoGourmet #HarajukuSoba #HarajukuGourmet #ShibuyaSoba #ShibuyaGourmet #MeijiShrineSoba #MeijiShrineGourmet #BASO #BASOOmotesando #Soba #DuckSoba #BraisedPorkSoba #BraisedPork #NoodleStagram

I visited after 2 pm so I was able to enter without waiting in line. You purchase a ticket at the entrance ticket machine, then wait on the 2nd floor. The system is similar to the neighboring ramen shop, which is not very good. You can use seaweed, chopped green onions, wakame, tenkasu, and leek chili as much as you like. There are mostly women customers, and the portion size is suitable for women. The taste of both the noodles and the broth is delicious, but it may not be suitable for soba enthusiasts as the cost performance is not great. It's nice to be able to eat soba right in the middle of Omotesando. It's a shame that there isn't enough broth and there is no soba-yu to fully enjoy the broth. The braised pork is cooked thoroughly and easily falls apart with chopsticks. The service is neither good nor bad. I hope for further development of this restaurant.

"Soba Deya" has closed down both its Omotesando and Shibuya locations, which is sad because the food was delicious. However, the interior remains the same, and now it has been taken over by a new soba restaurant called "Gonbuto" produced by the popular "Dame na Rinjin." I tried the Tsuke SOBA with "Ten Tane" for ¥1,200. The toppings included shredded seaweed, leeks, chili peppers, wakame, Kujyo green onions, and tempura bits. The "Ten Tane" was a flat shrimp tempura with a slightly sweet and salty sauce, adding a nice touch to the dish. The soba noodles at "Gonbuto" were thick and chewy, not the type you slurp. The broth was surprisingly ordinary, just a typical soba soup. I was hoping for a more unique flavor combination, but it didn't stand out much. Personally, I think a stronger combination like leeks and chili peppers as toppings would have been better. Overall, if you enjoy chewy noodles, give it a try.

This is my first visit. I was intrigued by the fact that this place is popular on TikTok and that it is owned by the same owner as the notorious neighbor in Shinjuku. I was able to walk in without waiting, perhaps because it was not crowded. I purchased a ticket from the machine and entered the restaurant. The first floor is the kitchen and the second floor is for tables. The interior is stylish, but the steep stairs made me worried about falling. In particular, the staff seemed to be doing incredibly hard work, carrying dishes up and down the stairs. The soba noodles arrived about 10 minutes after ordering. At the table, there were unlimited toppings like shredded seaweed and condiments, which made it enjoyable to customize the flavor. As for the taste, the soba noodles were thick like country-style soba, and the presentation was neat. The texture was chewy and satisfying. The soba dipping sauce had a good amount of soy sauce and tasted delicious. While some people may prefer thinner soba noodles, I personally found this type to be delicious. The price was reasonable for soba noodles, especially considering the location in Omotesando. It was delicious, thank you for the meal.

I waited in line for about 30 minutes when I went around 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. You have to buy a meal ticket before lining up, so you can't really give up while waiting. There were seats side by side on the second floor. The service was quick once seated. I ordered cold dipping noodles, but they were a bit lukewarm. It was delicious, but I couldn't help but think it wasn't worth waiting in line for so long.

I passed by the shop during the day and saw a line, so I came back before 5 pm. I ordered the braised pork soba that was featured on other social media platforms. I was surprised by the impact of the braised pork that came out! However, the amount of soba may not be enough if you're really hungry, unless you order a large portion. There were various condiments available for flavor variation, and it was delicious. ^_^

Baso Omotesando is located about an 8-minute walk from Omotesando Station and a 2-minute walk from Meiji-jingumae Station. This unique restaurant offers thick soba noodles, known as SOBA. The menu consists of various dishes where you dip the noodles in flavorful sauces. The preparation method varies depending on the day's temperature and humidity. The cozy restaurant has a kitchen on the first floor and seating on the second floor. You purchase your meal ticket from a machine outside, then head to the second floor where the staff will serve your SOBA. We tried the Salted Duck SOBA for ¥1150 and the Tempura SOBA for ¥1200. The thick noodles have a strong buckwheat aroma and a chewy texture that is addictive. The Salted Duck pairs well with the noodles, especially when dipped in the orange-colored spicy sauce. The Tempura SOBA comes with delicious prawn tempura that is so good, you might want to eat it with rice. The noodles can be topped with seaweed, green onions, pepper, and tempura flakes according to your preference. The restaurant is open from 11:30 to 21:00 every day. #baso #Omotesando #OmotesandoGourmet #OmotesandoLunch #OmotesandoDinner #Tokyo #TokyoGourmet #TokyoLunch #TokyoDinner #Soba #ThickNoodles #Foodie #FoodLover #FoodExploration #GourmetExperience

I visited around 2:30 PM on a regular day and was able to enter without waiting. I bought a ticket for Spicy Meat Soba from the ticket vending machine outside. After checking in, I moved to the second floor where it was almost full. The spiciness was barely noticeable and I found it a bit lacking. The soba, however, was delicious.

There was a quiet shop near the Jingumae intersection with a long line. It is a new shop produced by someone who has produced popular TV shows. The customers are mostly women and couples. I ordered soba noodles with kashiwa tempura topping. It was like a cross between soba and tsukemen, but I thought it could use a bit more flavor. The toppings like leeks, tempura crumbs, green onions, and seaweed are all you can add, which is great, but the portion may be a bit small for men. The price was on the higher side, typical of Harajuku, but it was delicious. Thank you for the meal!

I visited during lunch time on a weekend in August. The location used to be a soba shop. It was crowded as it was a popular spot on social media. You can purchase food tickets in advance using cash or electronic money. The location is in a narrow alley in the Omotesando/Harajuku area, and there is no control over the line at all. People waiting in line completely ignore the rules. It seems like no one is looking at the signboard outside the shop. There were even cases of people joining the line midway and forgetting to buy food tickets. Well, I guess it's inevitable in a young people's area, right? The soba noodles were thick, similar to the noodles in G-style ramen. The noodles were thick and firm. The dipping sauce was on the sweeter side, based on a sweet broth. The most disappointing part was the temperature of the noodles and dipping sauce. Both were just "warm." It's hard to describe, but warm soba noodles and dipping sauce are not appetizing. If they were properly chilled, it might have been different, but... Well, the soba that was waiting to be served for about 3 minutes after being called "Here you go" while waiting in line outside the shop was already lukewarm (the staff upstairs were serving, bussing, and the staff downstairs were managing the line outside), so it's understandable why it was lukewarm. As for the braised pork soba, there is nothing particularly noteworthy about the braised pork, but if I had to say something, the seasoning was very similar to a certain ramen chain's braised pork. Also, I'm not sure if the tempura egg rice was made in advance, but the oil was heavy, and the egg was sticky. To be honest, it was a bit disappointing. The quail tempura was very delicious! The free toppings include Kujo green onions, tempura bits, green onions, seaweed, and chopped nori. There was no wasabi or salt... that's the impression. The tempura bits were indeed heavy with oil. It had a texture like tempura that had been left in the refrigerator for a day (I wonder if you can understand... haha). Overall, personally, even if I waited in line for nearly an hour under the scorching sun, I don't think I would eat here again. The bowls are cute, the noodles are neatly arranged, so I think it's suitable for social media, and I'm glad I got to experience it once. Thank you for the meal. Lastly, I'm sorry for all the complaints, but I understand that the shop is small. However, when serving/clearing dishes, the staff bumped into customers' bodies and bags too much when passing behind them. They didn't say anything. I had very high expectations, so I felt a little disappointed with the soba. Thank you for the meal. [Order Details] Braised Pork Dipping Soba 1,150 yen Tempura Egg Rice 350 yen Quail Tempura 100 yen [Schedule Reference] 14:20 Purchased food tickets 14:50 Entered the shop 15:00 Seated 15:10 Started eating 15:30 Left the shop

Today's otaku activity has been changed to soba noodles~(o^－^o) So, here we are at Barso, which opened in April this year in front of Meiji Shrine. This place is related to the famous ramen shop "Damenarinjin" in Ningyocho and Seibu Shinjuku. They have interesting names for their shops, right? Today, I was drawn to the beautiful soba noodles here and finally made a visit. Unfortunately, I missed the mark and ended up being 15th in line at the opening at 11:30. It seems like there were about 20 people lining up before opening on weekends. But that just builds up the anticipation! I ended up waiting outside for a while, missing the mark by two people. So, I had to wait for about 30 minutes outside. The ticket machine is located outside, and you buy your meal ticket before lining up inside the narrow street. It was hot and crowded, but after 30 minutes, I finally made it to the first floor of the restaurant, and then after 10 minutes, I was seated at the counter on the second floor. On this day, I chose to go easy on my order since I was planning to eat at the neighboring udon shop as well. I chose the "Tentane Soba" for 1200 yen, which is basically soba noodles topped with tempura. The soba noodles are not pre-cooked but boiled fresh for each order, so it takes some time before they are served. The visual presentation of the dish is impressive, and the soba noodles are served in a stone-like bowl, making it quite a sight to behold. You can also opt for a larger portion if you want. The noodles, although not made in-house, are meticulously prepared by the chef, and the taste and texture are amazing. The soba noodles have a great chewiness and a smooth texture when you eat them. The dipping sauce is made from a blend of Seto Inland Sea bonito flakes, sardine flakes, and dark soy sauce, but I felt it could have been a bit stronger in flavor. It would have been nice to have some soba noodle soup as well. The tempura was freshly fried and filled with shrimp, giving it a seafood flavor. The restaurant is located about a 5-minute walk from Meiji Shrine, and the prices are reasonable for the delicious soba noodles they serve. It has been open for 4 months now, and there are still some areas where they can improve, such as the efficiency of the kitchen and the organization of the waiting line outside. But the soba noodles are truly delicious! If you are in the area, be sure to give it a try~ ===========

Harajuku, just the name alone exudes the energy of trends and youth culture blending together, and a new famous restaurant has emerged in this area. That is the soba restaurant "BASO" which opened in April this year. Produced by the well-known ramen shop "Dame na Rinjin," this place is a must-visit. Located a 7-minute walk from Harajuku Station, tucked away in a side street off the main road. The interior has a dining space on the second floor, with a stylish decor featuring a 6-seat counter and a large 10-person table. On the table, you'll find unlimited toppings like seaweed, garlic chives, tenkasu, Kyoto leeks, and nori. Just this alone embodies the spirit of "Dame na Rinjin." The flagship dish is the "Duck Salt Tsuke SOBA" (1150 yen). This soba is elegantly served in a beautiful stone bowl, setting it apart from regular soba. The noodles are thick and have a chewy texture. The warm dipping sauce contains diced pieces of tender duck meat. The duck is moist and absolutely delicious. Don't forget to try the "Egg Tempura Rice" (350 yen) as well. The half-boiled egg tempura arrives piping hot, with a crispy texture and a perfect match with the sauce and rice. It's a great side dish, especially popular among male customers. You can also experiment with different flavors by adding toppings like seaweed and garlic chives. The garlic chives, in particular, have an ethnic spice flavor that pairs well with the spicy paprika sauce. Of course, being a new restaurant, there are still areas for improvement, but that's all part of the excitement for the future. When you visit Harajuku, be sure to experience this new sensation of soba at "BASO." You'll be able to explore new possibilities in food while enjoying a visually appealing bowl.

Taste: Okay Portion: Average Memorable dish: Duck menu Menu: Average Atmosphere: Average Cost performance: Poor Crowdedness: Average Customer service: Average Likelihood of revisiting: Probably not - Salted duck with dipping SOBA The soba noodles are thick and visually appealing. The taste is nothing special, but the chewy texture is good. However, it doesn't mix well with the broth. The broth is made from a blend of Seto Inland Sea bonito flakes, sardine flakes, Munakata bonito flakes, and round scad flakes with dark soy sauce, which is okay in taste. You can add unlimited toppings like seaweed, green onions, fried tempura bits, wakame seaweed, and spicy garlic chives. Adding garlic chives significantly changes the flavor. The duck is very tender, flavorful, and very delicious. - Tempura rice bowl The tempura seemed pre-made and not crispy, rather hard. The sauce is sweet and tasty.

Salted Duck Dipping Soba for 1150 yen. I arrived on Saturday at 11:40, but had to wait for 30 minutes until the first round of customers left as the store opens at 11:30. There is a second floor in the restaurant. Although there are two air conditioners, they were not very effective, and both the staff and I were sweating. The high chairs and crowded seating arrangement made it a bit uncomfortable, but the chic interior helped me relax. The thick noodles didn't absorb the dipping sauce too much, so I sprinkled some seaweed from Yamamoto Nori store to enhance the flavor. I noticed some customers ordering the soba without any toppings, including duck, which I thought was the specialty here. The thick soba noodles, similar to ramen noodles, provided a satisfying chewiness even without toppings. However, the tender and moist duck was so delicious that I highly recommend trying the Salted Duck Soba.