Jīn Shā そば - 常陸太田市

I wanted to eat delicious soba noodles, so I visited this restaurant. The noodles had a firm texture and the tempura was crispy and very tasty. The soba tofu de... read more I wanted to eat delicious soba noodles, so I visited this restaurant. The noodles had a firm texture and the tempura was crispy and very tasty. The soba tofu dessert was surprisingly delicious and just to my liking. However, when I asked the staff if the soba tofu was an original dish of the restaurant or if it was sold elsewhere as a souvenir, I was completely ignored and received no response, which was disappointing. If it weren't for being ignored, it would have been perfect.

I ordered the set of kenchin soba (dipping style) and mini mushroom tempura rice bowl. The soba noodles had a strong texture and a slightly weak aroma, but it w... read more I ordered the set of kenchin soba (dipping style) and mini mushroom tempura rice bowl. The soba noodles had a strong texture and a slightly weak aroma, but it was delicious. What stood out the most was the generous amount of ingredients in the kenchin soup, which was incredibly flavorful. The mini tempura rice bowl was average, but it was filling. The price of 1265 yen including tax was a bit on the high side (990 yen for just the soba noodles), so for those with a smaller appetite, the kenchin soba alone would be sufficient. I arrived before lunchtime on a holiday and did not have to wait, but the restaurant was full when I left. The large wooden table had a great atmosphere, but it was uncomfortable to sit at due to the thickness that didn't allow for leg room. On my second visit, I ordered the zaru soba. The aroma of the soba noodles was still weak, but it might be enjoyable for those who want to savor the texture and smoothness. The dipping sauce had a strong bonito flavor that I liked.

I ordered the lunch set with mushroom tempura tendon and kenchin soba. The kenchin soup had a lot of ingredients and was bigger than I expected, so I was very s... read more I ordered the lunch set with mushroom tempura tendon and kenchin soba. The kenchin soup had a lot of ingredients and was bigger than I expected, so I was very satisfied. The mushroom tempura tendon was crispy and hot, with a sweet sauce that I liked. Thank you for the delicious meal.