"The only Bay Area outpost of the popular abura soba chain started in Japan in 2010. The thick noodles aren’t submerged in broth, but rather, doused in sauce, oil, and vinegar. The signature homura aruba soba is stacked with spicy minced pork, bamboo shoots, and a raw egg yolk. Spicy food lovers will appreciate the karamen aruba soba that is completely coated in aromatic chile powder and doesn’t pull any punches. Additional topping options include kimchi, mozzarella cheese, corn, and mentaiko." - Octavio Peña