SoSoBa Phoenix

The ramen is not bad. The chewiness of the noodle is perfect for me. However what did bother me is the length of the noodle is shorter than what I am used to but it is still good. The broth is perfectly seasoned. I got tantanmen. Overall it is great! Perfectly spiced and seasoned.

I traveled to Japan a lot and loved the small cool vibe Soba dining spots sprinkled through Tokyo and Osaka. New York, San Francisco, and Seattle pull that off as well. SoSoBa did not. It was So So but noBa. The vibe was missing. The service was lethargic and detached. The Calamari was on top of a bit salad but was oily and just no magic. I added some noodles afterward to add something more, but just blah. There is nothing special with this. $25.00 with tip for lunch. I wouldn't visit again. I was staying at the Foundre, so it is close by. Blah is my one word describing the experience.

Recommended here by a friend and also saw so much hype on tiktok!!! And yes I'd recommend you to come here as well. The food is SO GOOD! It's also nice for a cute date night. I will say, it can be difficult finding parking because it is located in downtown but it'll be worth your steps!

Delicious ramen and appetizers. Purchased the Tantanmen and Mic Drop, savory broth with thick flavorful noodles. The service was friendly and proficient. Great experience, will absolutely eat here again!

I saw this place on Tik Tok, it looked great. The sweet and spicy chicken was just ok. The fried spring rolls were really good, but the ramen... awful! Had to be the worst ramen I've had. The noodles were uncooked,hard and stuck together. The broth flavorless. Hard to order a bowl because there's nothing traditional on the menu. I'm not sure what they're trying to do here, but fir us it doesn't work. Our first server was actually great, she had pigtails, but she left and there was only one girl working the entire place. She took our bowls off the check thankfully because they were inedible.

The sweet chile calamari was good and the ambience of the restaurant is nice with a pleasant patio area. Unfortunately this is not somewhere we would go again. The ramen broths for both the Mic Drop and the Katsu were lacking flavor. The lime in the carnitas and the addition of kimchi for the Mic Drop felt out of place, and the Katsu was overall unappetizing.

If you like ramen this is the place to go. Quiet and good food. We usually get the Mic drop. And the pork bao buns.

Super cool noodle spot that pulls flavors from all over Asia—not your typical Japanese ramen joint, but in a good way. The menu is small but everything sounds so good we had a hard time choosing. We sat outside where they had cute Japanese lanterns, which made the vibe even better. Our server was really friendly and chill—not hovering, just super helpful. We got the Mic Drop—really flavorful broth and loaded with toppings. The kimchi gave it a nice kick and kept it from feeling too heavy. Also tried the Hostile takeover with mushroom broth (went with udon noodles instead of rice noodles) and it was delicious. The bulgogi beef was super tender and the hoisin on top added a fun touch. Would totally come back!

I'm on the simpler side when it comes to noodles. I really enjoy the Mic Drop noodles either way. I'd describe it as savory, but also a hit or miss. I also tried the mango creamy lemonade. It tasted diabolical. I don't know how to describe the flavor other than it not resembling a regular lemonade. It was non alcoholic, and I don't drink, but it sure had the after taste of alcohol. I believe it's just not my thing. Regardless, my partner and I go there pretty often enough to recommend it to the people we know. Pros: * nice ambience, very hipster * each bowl averages about $16 each which isn't horrible * good choice in add-ons Cons: * hit or miss in quality, never truly bad tasting * depending on service, they may or may not visit the table * mango creamy lemonade

My first time at Sosoba and the ramen did not disappoint! It was so good I would definitely come back for more. One thing I learned is they have a killer happy hour... I think it's like 50% off the ramen so I need to swing after 5pm I believe. This isn't a vibey restaurant by all means. It's a pretty cool small space with plenty of seating and it serves the best ramen in the valley. You'll love it! Only feedback I have is the server mentioned to the cooks she has a Nigerian and asked for some Tylenol, which automatically got me thinking "shoot she's probably sick." Turns out the next day we ended up catching a bug from her and got sick. Please wear a face mask if you're not feeling 100%.

Cool little spot you might miss when passing by, but you shouldn't. A small complete menu of different ramens that I'm looking forward to trying. Today I had a hostile takeover, partially because of the name but also it sounded delicious and it was! Wonderful broth with some extra spice and hearty noodles and spiced beef. Outstanding lunch and very reasonably priced. My waitress was charming and accommodated my mochi request (they have mochi!) . It's an easy bike ride from historic Phoenix for me; I'll be back soon.

We had the chicken bao buns, spring rolls and Katsu Raman with chicken and pork broth. It was soooo good!!!

Super cool noodle spot that pulls flavors from all over Asia--not your typical Japanese ramen joint, but in a good way. The menu is small but everything sounds so good we had a hard time choosing. We sat outside where they had cute Japanese lanterns, which made the vibe even better. Our server was really friendly and chill--not hovering, just super helpful. We got the Mic Drop--really flavorful broth and loaded with toppings. The kimchi gave it a nice kick and kept it from feeling too heavy. Also tried the Hostile with mushroom broth (went with udon noodles instead of rice noodles) and it was delicious. The bulgogi beef was super tender and the hoisin on top added a fun touch. Would totally come back!

We had this as a to go order. We ordered the Chili chicken, wings & calamari. Shisito peppers, bao buns & gyoza. That sweet chili sauce is decent, all the meats were in that same sweet sauce. Shishito peppers were good, still had a crunchy texture. Wasn't a fan of the aioli. Bao buns were good, the meat was good, the buns were a little over cooked but still tasted good. The gyoza was my favorite had a good pork flavor and the dipping sauce was good.

A very unique, trendy experience. Not your usual ramen restaurant. Easy, casual hangout place with your friends. They serve alcohol just like a bar. Servers are nice and keep on checking with us to make sure we are okay. The fried chicken and the chicken wings are awesome! My friend that doesn't step his food in Asian restaurants said the chickens are great. Mic Drop good broth and lots of ingredients. My beef ramen is good for the most part. I think the charred beef is great but made the broth a bit bitter. The ramen noodles are perfect texture. I don't live in that area, but I would definitely go back if I am in town.

Really friendly warm service, great aromas! Great menu options. I ordered the kids ramen with miso seasoning as I only wanted a snack. The flavoring was very subtle and I found myself wishing there were a bit more seasoning. The noodles were great. I'd also request a few lower priced items that are more snack friendly, perhaps a mini ramen or salad option that is half priced. Otherwise service was wonderful!

I love this little gem!!! The food is always amazing and there's no place I like better. I used uber eats but have been to this place on multiple occasions and the service is always amazing!

Phenomenal! Super cozy place that had a surprise happy hour 5-6, some of the best ramen I've had in AZ for super cheap too! Everyone was nice, it's my new regular ramen place. Kastu ramen is 10/10

SoSoBa is a great option for Ramen on Roosevelt Row. Modernish interior. QR codes at the table where you could either order through those or a server would come help you. The ramen came out quickly. The broth had a good depth for flavor and the noodles tasted fresh. This place is worth the visit.

We've been a few times, taken friends from out of state too. Highly recommend this place. Atmosphere is calm yet fun. Good music, amazing food. Spicy pork broth is absolutely outstanding!! They take good care of people with allergies too. Gluten free and vegan friends this place is for you. The meat, the broth, so good. My favorite is the chicken. Their drinks are tasty too. Tonight we ordered a gluten free udon ramen and added miso broth. Kids noodle udon with spicy pork broth, veggies and chicken. Prices are also fair and staff is friendly.

Delicious ramen! Tantammen is the best! It's sweater weather so this was the perfect cozy/comfort meal.

Whenever we're in Phoenix, my family and I always make it a point to visit SoSoBa for lunch--it's our favorite! Our kids love the food, and it's such a joy to watch them enjoy every bite. We usually go for our tried-and-true favorites: the fresh veggie spring rolls, the chile calamari with its perfect spice, crispy fried cauliflower, and the rich beef ramen with a hint of fried chili. Every dish is so flavorful, and we're always tempted to order the same things because they're just that good. The portions are ideal for sharing, which makes it easy to sample a bit of everything. SoSoBa's menu offers a great selection that keeps everyone at the table happy. The service is fantastic--friendly, attentive, and always making us feel welcome. Though the restaurant isn't too large, it's cozy with just the right amount of space for a comfortable meal and some relaxed conversation. If you find yourself in downtown Phoenix, I highly recommend giving SoSoBa a try. There are so many unique dishes on the menu that might surprise you--and who knows, you might even find yourself planning a return visit!

I love the tea and oranges drink. I think all the bartenders are amazing. Happy hour is also very good. Lots of customers and a good vibe from employees. I really appreciate Bri, Nicki, Cezar. Even Isaiah the chef is very attentive..

The is a extremely good seamstress next to this place... the smell pouring out of this restaurant caught our attention so in we went. We were waling in at about 10 min till 5 and as we were seated by the hostess she let us know that all noodles and most beers wine and cocktails would be on happy hour prices within 10min. Appetizers were not included. No worries we were hungry so we ordered the crispy cauliflower and the mushrooms bao buns. Holy cow... both were out of this world, full of flavor and textures i couldn't get enough. Happy hour came around, i ordered their version of the mule and the Tantan Ramen will my husband ordered Mothra(vegan) . The Tantan Ramen honestly was surprisingly good, i felt as though for me it reminded me of pozole meets ramen. Different but absolutely amazing and satisfying. The staff were so helpful, but honestly how sweet for them to let us know about happy prices before we ordered. I highly recommend this little spot, especially if your looking for good comfort food.

I visited this place for the first time with a friend who also had never been there. It's a small little spot in downtown Phoenix. And I was impressed from the minute I walked in and was greeted by a very friendly server, who helped me understand how hot or not their food was spice wise. I took her advice and had Gyoza Ramen soup with half spicy broth, and it was perfect. I could've used a little more kick but the flavor was wonderful. I also tried the mac & cheese ball with Sriracha which was delicious as well. The one tricky part about coming here is street parking. Note that while there are meters right in front of the restaurant if you go to the side streets to the east or the west you can find street parking without meters, at least during the lunch hour.

Great service got seated quickly at the bar and able to order my drinks and food really quickly. Learned about the matcha beer I ordered. The ramen was great I wanted extra spicy but it came up a little short of what I was hoping for. The meat in the ramen was perfect and the right size to pair with the noodles. For a late night quick bite after traveling this place was more than perfect. The place was clean and well organized. The staff were engaging and kept a good conversation. Overall I liked the restaurant and would do it again.

I came running to review this place. The happy hour, the service, the BoSa buns, the ramen?!? I've been trying a lot of ramen in the downtown area and this is easily my favorite. It's not ridiculously over priced. It's a bit close quarters inside but is completely worth it

I came here during their happy hour special (5-6pm), where they have half off their ramens and half off a lot of their drinks. It was an excellent deal: I more than happy with the price I paid. The ramen itself is pretty decent - the noodles were perfectly cooked and the toppings I got in the Katsu bowl were very tasty. The broth was solid but not remarkable: it wasn't super salty (which is good) and had some seasoning but the depth and richiness wasn't entirely there. But overall, for how good a deal the happy hour special was, I couldn't complain. The drinks are on the stronger side so I was very happy with that. The service was excellent: everyone was very friendly and took my order quickly. I got my drink and ramen at the same time, which was also appreciated.

wittewy so cool, the staff was so sweet and took really good care of us, I would wittewy recommend the macaroni fire ball (pit bull not included) cause it's so good and the music was fire too :D every time I get ramen here it's so good

The service was good, I loved when the server pulled up a wagon full of different options for hot sauce when I requested it. The pork belly bao buns were delicious. The ramen was decent, hoping to try a different item on the menu next time. It got busier towards later in the night.

The food presentation is good but food itself needed more flavor. Something was missing. Not sure I'll go back.

Food is always good, music is great, whoever is on aux needs a raise. Chill servers, not usually packed so food gets here fast.

I'm in town visiting from California and had a late night craving for some ramen. But My ramen was terrible and even smelled terrible ! Worst ramen I have ever had ! Def would not recommend

Bummer I didn't take any photos, I was so hungry I just dug straight in.. and for good reason. The Ramen, specifically the Tantanmen was so good. I subbed pork for Katsu chicken and added kimchi. Chefs kiss. It was so delicious especially on a chilly day like yesterday. The noodles were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful and not too salty. My 5 year old got the beef bao buns and was obsessed. I took a bite and agree they were in fact so savory and delicious. We sat at the bar and got to watch all of the kitchen activities, which my daughter enjoyed. The place was cozy and cute and very "downtown" vibes. Our server was friendly and everything was good. We ended the meal with the mochi ice cream and my kid was happier than ever. Good choice and glad I found this little gem downtown.

I and a friend of mine went to Sosoba yesterday afternoon on the advice of another foodie associate. The experience wasn't bad, but nor was it good. However, after spending $82.54, getting a touch of food poisoning was not what I expected. Both I and my friend experienced stomach issues this morning. I developed a sour gassy stomach overnight and this morning suffered with constant burping with the smell of the sweet chili chicken. We thought this would be a nice experience since it received a good review from the person that suggested it. The establishment is cozy, with a neighborhood bar feel; the vibe is a first date or meet up before a movie. The service was lackluster, and the food came out rather slow, although we were advised that there was only one cook inhouse at the time. We ordered the shishito peppers, wings, gyoza, sweet chili chicken, seaweed salad, 2 hostile takeover, a house margarita, and a glass of pinot noir. Nothing was hot in temperature as it should have been, at least not for our table. Everything came out luke-warm, including the seaweed salad. We sent the hostile takeover back because the broth was bland and cold; I imagine it's what mop water would taste like. Both were taken off our bill. However, to still have spent almost $155 ($82.54 for my portion) between myself and my friend this was not a great experience. Needless to say, I will not be revisiting Sosoba, mostly in part due to after effect the chicken dishes.

Ramen fanatics, unite! When my son and his girlfriend suggested we meet at this ramen joint, I was thrilled. Located in the bustling Roosevelt Row area, this place serves up more than just noodles. From appetizers to cocktails to main courses, their menu is filled with delicious options. We thoroughly enjoyed the Hostile Takeover and can't wait to go back! Sosoba started in flagstaff quickly becoming a favorite and soon opening this second location in Downtown Phoenix. The location is small, but cute and fun. We tried the ring of fire appetizer, gyoza, tantanmen ramen , hostile takeover. Everything was delicious. Service was a bit slow for how dead it was inside, but not the worst. I'd recommend adding a bit of sriracha or chili sauce to the hostile takeover to give it more of a kick. The meat was cooked perfect and rice noodles not over done. No menu to post today as it was a scan option only.

Service was very nice and it was a fun vibe in there! The sweet chilie calamari appetizer was delicious!! Will definitely come back for that. The ramen was decent but the broth lacked a depth of flavor, and was a little bland.. could use some garlic. Gyoza were yummy!

I have been throwing up since eating there about 8 hours ago. My husband tried to keep chewing through the fatty meat but couldn't and had to spit it out in the bathroom. I tried to explain it to the chef. Management was absent.

Located in the Northwest of Downtown Phoenix, Sosoba is about a mile away from Phoenix Convention Center, so about a 15-20 min leisurely walk. We were greeted right as we walked in and were told menus could be viewed by scanning QR codes. We ordered fried cauliflower which wasn't crispy but the sauce was delicious and the portion was pretty good for $13. I got the Mic Drop! with ramen and my friend got Hostile Takeover. These were both the foulest tasting ramens we've ever had in our lives. As advertised these were definitely not traditional. The Mic Drop ($16) had pork belly, carnitas, chicharron, ham, kimchi, soft boiled egg, and bacon. One of the meats was dressed in a buffalo like sauce (interesting) and the bacon was soggy and bland. The broth was also underwhelming; not spicy or savory and it lacked the tonkotsu pork taste. I got ramen noodles and the texture was off, a bit overcooked. The egg was slightly less than hard boiled. I liked the spam fry looking ham slices. The acidity from the kimchi didn't complement the dish but it's better enjoyed on the side. 1/5 The Hostile Takeover ($16) was indeed hostile. The broth was bland and noodles were cooked the same as my bowl. The "bulgogi beef" was very salty soy marinated sliced beef. I've never had a "Japanese" style beef bulgogi so this was definitely different. 0/5 Our server Angelique was attentive and friendly, although she started speaking to us in a baby voice towards the end of our meal, don't know what that was about, but she was still kind. I would not recommend SoSoBa if you're looking for an authentic bowl of ramen, but I enjoyed the fried cauliflower a lot and it looks like it might be a cool place to get drinks late at night.

Hands down one of my favorite spots ! Great food & the service is always amazing! Special shout out to Rachel & the staff for taking us in 15 mins before close and still providing us with amazing service!!!!

A large group of us came here after a graduation on Thursday. The restaurant is not large, but they handled our large party very well. There was plenty of seating for us in the same area. The servers were quick and efficient at taking orders, bringing out food, and dealing with the check. They were able to break the checks up by party and were very organized in doing so. I was impressed! I was happy to find they have gluten free Udon as I wasn't expecting to be able to eat anything at a Ramen place since I'm gluten free. It was good! The sweet chili sauce had a bit too much kick for me so next time I will order without. Also to note the only meat you can choose that is gluten free is the pork. I'm usually not a fan of pork, but I really liked this one!

Service was great. Waitress fully bilingual and helpful. Brought us a laptop version of the menu when the QR code wouldn't work. Food was...not good. The cauliflower was the best we had. Gyoza also okay, but dipping sauce is a missed opportunity. The bao buns had too much mayo and the miso ramen broth was burnt and salty.

Ramen always hits the spot and it's even better when it's from Sosoba. The noodles are great, the broth is tasty and not bland and everything is just perfectly combined into one bowl. I cannot count the times I've been here and just never been disappointed. The service is great, everyone is always making sure you have everything you need and the atmosphere is dope. Definitely recommend checking out sosoba!

Mediocre, inauthentic ramen that is still competently done, with plenty of vegan options scattered throughout the menu. I stopped in for a quick lunch after seeing that they had vegan ramen. I ordered the "Hostile Takeover Ramen" ($16), which comes with rice noodles, broccoli, sweet crusted tofu, shishito peppers, sautéed mushrooms, and green onions. The ramen came out in about 15 minutes. The broth, which makes or breaks a ramen, was fairly gentle and not particularly deep, but pleasant -- quite umami, moderately salty, slightly sweet. The tofu was deep fried and rather sweet, which was tasty, but I don't think goes that well in a ramen. The other toppings were solid. The noodles seemed very al dente and not particularly well-suited to a ramen. Service was very friendly and its nice environment. Don't expect anything close to authentic ramen, but it's not a bad spot.

!!! Dimitri is the best server in phoenix ! He was awesome ! Got me to get another drink in like two seconds! Cool guy

I've always had a good experience eating ramen here. I highly recommend trying the other noodle options besides the standard ramen--they really enhance the flavor of the dish. The prices are fair for what you get, and the overall experience, including the ambiance, is worth it. The place has a great vibe, and the food makes the wait worthwhile.

TO DIE FOR! This place is amazing! My husband and I are obsessed with The Mic Drop, it is definitely a good size with many delicious ingredients. Good location, small and quaint. The service is always quick and every time we've been the staff has been so friendly. We went at happy hour and enjoyed the meal for half off!! What a deal!! Definitely will continue to be a go to spot.

Great customer service! Ordered food for me and some co-workers, one cant have pork products so made a note and they made sure to let us know that one item ordered was cooked in oil that also cooked some pork products so they had put it on the side to be safe. That was really appreciated ! Great food and service. It is so nice they paid attention to the note and went the extra mile to keep things from cross contamination even with a delivery order! Thank you !!

Wonderful little lunch place if you're craving ramen. They even have hot wings and shisito peppers Definitely will visit again. Our waiter Cesar was very helpful and friendly. There's plenty of seating and lovely atmosphere that makes you want to lounge longer.

The food was soo good! Service was amazing too! I will be bringing my family back for sure!

I freaking love the ramen here. I get the tantanmen ramen and it is delicious. We ate in once and the stove hoods were broken so it was very smoky. That was annoying. Also wish they had more tables outside. Otherwise it's great. Most times I've gotten DoorDash. Either way super tasty. I live across the street from a ramen shop but prefer going a few extra blocks for sosoba.

Service was fine, received waters and placed our orders pretty quickly after seating ourselves, but there were no prices listed on the paper menus. Had to check online to get an idea. We ordered the gyoza, spring rolls, katsu ramen & hostile takeover noodles. Sadly it was too early for their 5-6pm happy hour, but from other reviews the cocktails are good. 3/5 for the food. The spring rolls kind of tasted like frozen rolls, and the katsu ramen had a sauce over the small strips of chicken that tasted completely off putting from the rest of the bowl. It was kinda drenched in it too. The hostile takeover noodles had a really good meat inside but everything else lacked flavor. All in all it was okay but would rather go elsewhere for noodles.

I enjoyed their ramen, when I add the crispy chicken to it. For sure filled with lots of flavor and delicious! The place is a bit hidden and small, but it feels cozy with the closed space. The service was okay. My friend had a friendly server at first and then she was fine and was replaced with someone else. He dropped off our ramen dishes and didn't ask us anything and was gone. We had to wait a while until he return, well more like I asked to have the check. Overall, good food, can see myself coming here again if I am near the downtown area.

Everything from the service to the food and drinks is amazing every single time, been going for years never been disappointed!!

The ramen and drinks are solid, and the bartenders are always nice and friendly. Sometimes service is slow if they're short staffed. I like how they have rice noodles, so I can have gluten free ramen. I dont love how saucy their spicy edamame is, but that may be preferance. Overall, the ambiance is chill and modern, and I always end up here if I'm craving late night food.

My wife and sister and I visited this restaurant during the Halfsie hour on Thursday, the 9th of 2025. We waited over an hour for our food, which never arrived. When we arrived, we sat outside and placed our order after a 10-minute wait. Since it was cold, we decided to go inside and inform our waitress that we would be coming in. After 40 minutes, our waitress returned and asked if we had received our food. We informed her that we hadn't. She seemed surprised and then explained that it was taking a long time because "we switched tables." However, we had clearly advised her that we were switching tables. Ten minutes later, we barely received our appetizers. We ate them, hoping that our food would arrive soon, but 20 minutes later, it still hadn't come. Disappointed and upset, we decided to leave. I'm particularly upset because the food here is delicious, and we're regular customers. However, the service on that day was unacceptable. No one acknowledged our frustration or offered any compensation for the inconvenience caused. Instead, they simply stared at us as we left.

Love love this place seriously one of my favorite Spots for happy hour love the tintin ramen and their mai thia def does you good after a long hard day