Soup Shack JP

I haven’t had Gyoza this good since I lived in Japan. I felt like I had died and gone to heaven. From noodles to garnish to salads to dumplings, everything is excellent! You have to eat here! You won’t be disappointed. In fact, it’s so good, you might be moved to tears!

Service is exceptional, food was amazing and comforting! Got Japanese katsu curry and pho mala

This place looks all unassuming and laid back but their food is tremendous, I'm very eager to continue trying all their menu, specially the ramen. Oh and takoyakis are bomb, an explosion of flavor and feelings in your mouth. Service on point. Certified staple for me.

I always get the Bun Bo Hue and it has quickly become my favourite comfort meal. The service is also amazing. The staff members are patient, kind and amazing. I say give it a try at least.

I ordered extra pork belly. Oh my god, did I get extra pork belly. I've never gotten so much in a bowl of ramen. Egg was perfectly cooked. Ramen was tasty. Very satisfying!

Great tasting food, large servings, and not pricey at all. We went for dinner at the take out business, and it was crazy busy. Food still came quickly and was hot and made in front of your eyes with fresh ingredients. The spicy dishes still had tons of great flavors, too. For sure a place I will come back to

Favorite ramen restaurant in Boston. Soup very filling and ramen is fresh (not ever dried)

I ordered the veggie steamed bun and vegetarian ramen, and both were delicious. It was refreshing to find a vegetarian ramen soup with a flavorful base other than miso. The steamed bun was particularly tasty. As a solo diner, I felt comfortable dining alone. The restaurant had a quaint atmosphere, and street parking was available.

Soup Shack, located on Centre Street in Jamaica Plains, specializes in made-to-order Vietnamese pho, Korean ramen, and Thai noodle soups, and Japanese-inspired rice bowls. The ambiance is very casual with countertop seating facing the front window and the open kitchen (.. a consideration if you don't want to smell like cooked meats for the rest of your day ..) as well as a few tables and chairs outside. It's a small dining area with 12-15 seats, so you may have to wait for an open seat, but the staff does a good job serving the food quickly and turning over the seats. The service was very good with staff that's very personable and knowledgeable about the menu. Craving a hot soup on a slightly chilly and dreary Saturday, I opted for the special Mala Pho ($16), a generous portion of hot soup comprised of soft rice noodles topped with sliced steak, beef balls, flank steak, bok choy, cherry tomatoes, onion, scallions, and cilantro, served over a spicy mala beef broth. YUM! Loved it. My dining companion tried the Fried Tofu rice bowl ($14), with lightly battered soft Japanese tofu, cucumber, bok choy, and scallions, served over Japanese steamed rice, which she really enjoyed as well. We will definitely be back next time we're in the area! PRO TIP #1: Soup Shack doesn't have its own parking lot, but there's plenty of on-street parking on Centre Street.

The people are super nice. We like sitting outside on a mild night. But the food was not great. The roasted duck rice bowl I had was OK, but not great. It could stand more veggies, and the sauce is too sweet. The edamame and the steamed pork bun was pretty good. The pork was just a slab of fat. The veggies and flavors were good. The agedashi tofu appetizer was gross. It has a smoky flavor to it that I do not like. We took one bite and left the rest. I also did not like the tonkotsu ramen for the same reason- the noodles had a smoky flavor. I'm surprised by the rave reviews. Maybe it's just not my taste.

It's a very cute lil spot real close to Jamaica Pond. The people here are so so nice and the menu is a fusion one of viet, thai & japanese? (Which is very cool i love all of the above cuisines). My boyfriend got a spicy tonkotsu ramen and it's good! (Not the best we've tried, pork wasn't the most tender but tasted pretty tonkotsu-ey!) and whenever i see takoyakis, i have to try! And as you can see, I tried the takoyakis from here. they were ok, wish they came in 6 instead of 4 lol and surprisingly i've had better these balls at a mall sushi spot! And last but not least I got a brothless noodle dish cause I wasn't feeling ramen ramen mood and it was pretty interesting. Very sweet. Which is not my favorite flavor when it comes to noodles/ramen dishes. But overall a decent spot. We might come back if we're in the area to try other dishes

This is such a great all in one place for soup! The menu had a ton of options which is helpful for a future visit. I got the tan tan men which was perfect for a chilly night. The food came out quick and the portions were huge! It was delicious and filling with the right amount of spiciness. The broth was so flavorful and the pork was good but a little too fatty. The service was great and the servers were friendly. There is counter/bar seating around the restaurant and outdoor seating (before the colder months). When it gets busy it's busy so prepare for that. I can't wait to go again and try the other options on the menu.

Really really good soup I love this place me and my wife eat here all the times I love the duck soup would definitely recommend to everyone who wants real good soup !!!

Cute spot, good/fast service. Catsu chicken is my favorite, breaded/crispy and sauce is delicious and rice cooked just right. Ramen also great, broth is so tasty.

Almost always delicious Chicken in pho sometimes stringy otherwise yummy Friendly staff Excellent FLAN for dessert

I've been recommended this place by a few people but was always hesitant thinking "how could one place offer three different cuisines and still taste good?" Finally tried it today since it was conveniently close to where I was running errands and they blew it out of the park. Service was quick & they were attentive the entire time. We were in and out in less than thirty minutes. They only have high top tables indoors but if the weather's nice, they have outdoor seats too! We ordered the Kao Soi & Tonkatsu Ramen and both were incredible, probably the best I've had in the Boston area so far. Not pictured is their Roasted Duck bun, which was also really good.

A cozy and very popular spot in JP! It's frequently very busy and for good reason -- the ramen consistently hits the spot. I got the Yasai Ramen, alongside two shared plates of Seaweed Salad and Agedashi Tofu. The seaweed salad was classic, with refreshing crunchy bits. The tofu was decent, but not something I'd order again. The ramen itself was delicious. It wasn't anything to call home about (I've had better ramen in the past), but absolutely hits the spot for when you're in the mood. The Yasai Ramen is vegetarian (and can be vegan with a noodle replacement), and I was told better than the Tonkotsu Ramen because of the depth if flavors in the vegan broth, which I have to agree with. I will for sure come again, and I recommend it if you're in the neighborhood and are craving noodles.

This was so good. Just got home and didn't want to forget to review. Everything was fresh and hot. The pickled onions on the buns were sweet and crisp and the protein was perfect. The kimchi was just spicy enough and a good portion. The Saigon Udon with chicken was soooo good. The noodles were cooked perfectly and the chicken was crispy and hot. The Mi Wonton was a huge portion and the broth was the standout. Loved the small seating arrangement outside on a summer night. The servers were pleasant, quick and kind. Can't wait to go back and try more.

This places Ramen is great! I added corn and removed the Menma (Menma in general I just don't like) They also have this side chili flakes in oil kind of topping that can add for extra spice and flavor. Clears my sinuses well.

Very cozy little place that just has bar seating. Ramen was very good and takoyaki was also delicious! 5 The portions of our ramen were huge. The wait staff was excellent. Would recommend!

a terrific go-to neighborhood joint with a long list of ramen options. i've never had anything there that wasn't yummy. i sometimes eat at the window facing centre street, and sometimes do take-out. either way, it never disappoints. thanks, soup shack. s.h.

I ordered the veggie steamed bun and vegetarian ramen, and both were delicious. It was refreshing to find a vegetarian ramen soup with a flavorful base other than miso. The steamed bun was particularly tasty. As a solo diner, I felt comfortable dining alone. The restaurant had a quaint atmosphere, and street parking was available.

A cute little space with bar stools like seating. The service is quick and friendly. Ordered Yasai and Tan Tan men and both were really good, great depth of flavor with chewy bouncy noodles. They also have chilly oil on side so you can adjust spice level accordingly. Would definitely recommend it.

Spicy pork with soft boil-egg added. Pork was FULL of flavor, fresh, and not too fatty. Rice was cooked right, and sauce was as described (SPICY). Clearly a very consistent establishment. Only con is very limited seating inside. Only has bar style seating. Will return

I really enjoyed this place. I came here while babysitting! It was my first time coming here and ever trying Pho and Dumplings! Food was delicious! The service and the employees were so nice and quick. I went inside to check in for a table for 2, we sat down outside since it was 70 degree weather! Within 10 minutes, we had both of our meals and he always kept checking up on us to see if we needed anything. He felt truly passionate about what he was doing. I went around 7PM, so nice and peaceful even though it's on a busy street. I loved it 10/10 recommend. I sadly didn't take any pictures since I was so in the moment and excited to try new foods! But it looked so appetizing and yummy. Thank you.

With all of their dishes in the $12-$15 range I think their portion sizes are a good deal for the price. The servers are super accommodating about dietary restrictions and will make recommendations/adjustments for you if there are things you cannot eat. I tried the pho ga ($11.95). The broth was light yet flavorful and comforting even on a warm day! I've found that restaurants often struggle with the chicken in pho ga (it's always dry) and the chicken was, unsurprisingly, dry here. The chicken was a big portion though. I am curious about how their other (non-chicken) dishes are, considering that they have such a wide variety of noodle dishes to choose from.

Really 4.5 stars but do read on. Seating is at the bar or counter space. There are no tables. You should know. Nor is there a lot of space if you are a person who wants to spread out to eat. Having written that why is it so so good. We started with the seaweed salad -- it was perfect! Salty and crunchy. Then some edamame and it too was cooked to perfection. I got the Yasai ramen and it was delicious. Portions were huge but the tastes were amazing. My friend got the Katsu bowl and she could not finish it though she tried. We also got Thai ice coffee -- sweet with a zing. Very yummy. Service was very efficient and the staff are very friendly. If you can get in, its a good bowl of ramen.

Definitely, a tiny place. With that in mind, everything else about it was amazing. The Takoyaki was the best I've ever had outside of Japan. Even my picky son love them. Will definitely go back.

Tried this place with a friend. I got the spicy miso noodle soup with 6 piece gyoza. My friend got the Ba-Mi Heang which had wontons and a side of gyoza. I think it had gotten misinterpreted with the server when she asked if she could have the dumplings, that were included in the entree, pan fried rather than steamed and the server ended up bringing both and charged extra for an extra order of gyoza. Luckily the gyoza was very yummy and we ended up finishing all of the food we had ordered. I do wish that the soup for my noodles was more drinkable but it was still tasty regardless. The highlight of our meal was definitely the gyoza. Will certainly return soon ! Also they do not have regular table seating, it is bar seating and you'll most likely sit next to other parties. It seems to be very lively and busy.

I was a little skeptical about a restaurant who serves good multiple nation food. This place really proves me wrong. We came here for lunch and ordered Kao Soi (Thai) and Dac Biet (Vietnamese). They were so good. We also got agedashi tofu and fried gyoza. Both of them were not bad. I can't wait to try out other types of noodles. The service was excellent. However, the place is kind of small so you have to be at the right moment in order not to wait for a long time.

We like their carry-out, Soup Shack in Jamaica Plain. Our favorites are Ba Mi Heang (no broth) and Pho. The portions got substantially smaller but the food is still very tasty. Very reliable, order online, pick up in and out. We saw they had recent violations (7) in June 2024. I hope these are not very serious and can be fixed soon, so that they go back to the good usual standards.

Not a lot of flexibly in the menu for vegetarians (1 soup), people that do not want a slice of pork , or any other preferences: I asked to replace the broth in one of the soups and was told they wouldn't do so. Same with replacing pork pieces ("no substitutes"). We ended up taking the following: Tan Tan Men - very fatty, not flavored enough beyond the hot chili. Very low on the vegetables portions. Most of the pork slices are fat and not meat. Duck soup - pho with additional strange (interesting? ) choice flavor. Here too, the duck want cleaned and there was a lot of fat, cartilage, and skin. Again, vegetable portions were small.

Having ordered from here twice now, I wanted to share my honest experience. While the place didn't quite bowl me over, it's worth highlighting the positives. The spot is impressively clean, and the menu is a playground of choices. Personally, the ramen leaned a bit basic for my taste, even with the myriad of toppings. Oddly enough, my best friend absolutely adored it here. Kudos to the warm and friendly service - that was a definite plus. Though I wished the broth had a bit more punch, it's not a deal-breaker. Give it a shot and decide for yourself. Appreciate the effort, and here's to diverse tastes!

I got the tonkotsu ramen for delivery. It was packaged nicely with the noodles/toppings in one bowl and the broth in a separate container. However, I was not a fan of the flavor of the broth. It tasted different from other tonkotsu ramens I have tried. Maybe it's the addition of the black garlic oil? I'm not sure. I'm usually a fan of anything garlic-related though so I don't know if that's the culprit. In any case, I will not order this dish again.

So amazing. Great service and amazing food :) the ambience may seem small and crowded but the food here is just amazing hands down. Love it!!!!

I know it doesn't look like much but this place was SO GOOD! It's very small inside, but we got a bar seat at the window so we could people watch while we ate! Pictured first is the spicy beef ramen - it was like 牛肉麵 but spicy and with ramen noodles and a thicker broth The star of the show was the Tom yum noodle soup though (I may or may not be biased since I ordered it). It came with 叉燒 (unexpected but fantastic), ground pork, and fish balls. The perfect mix of sour and spicy Our server was lovely; we liked his eye smile a lot

We loved their Tonkotsu Ramen and Tan Tan Men. A perfect lunch for a cold day, very tasty. Excellent service. Just three things I want to tell readers: My bowl of Tan Tan Men was VERY spicy. Make sure you can take it when you order a spicy dish! The Brookline restaurant has high chairs counters, no regular tables and chairs. Most of the dishes have very few vegetables.

My favorite restaurant in JP! I am obsessed with their Tom Yum soup, and it is one of the few restaurants where I can say I've never had a bad dish in the many times that I've been. Let me tell you more about the Tom Yum soup of my dreams. It has a nice tangy and spicy broth with a hint of fish from the fish balls. It's quite complex and tasty and perfect for noodles. The protein is roasted pork, ground pork, and fish balls which makes it's a hearty savory meal. The crunch of the bean sprouts and the cilantro give the soup an extra layer of texture and flavor. It is just as good at the restaurant as it is as takeout. Not many dishes you can say that to. If you are looking for a soup that's a little off the beaten path, you have to give the Tom Yum a try. I've had their duck rice bowl in the past and it is excellent. Delicious fatty pieces of roast duck along with a sweet sauce make it a memorable dish. The ramen and pho is also quite good and up to par with high quality restaurants that focus specifically on these dishes. Pricing may be on the higher side for some dishes but the value you get is worth it from the fresh and tasty ingredients. The restaurant itself is small but the outdoor seating has been a nice addition. I typically get take out but during the times I've eaten at the restaurant, the service has been fast and friendly. They even allow me to have my dog with me which isn't the case for many Boston restaurants. Must try in JP or at many of their other locations around Boston!

My second time here, the Food is fantastic and the service is very friendly. Tom Yum is amazing!

Ordered the chicken katsu curry and a rice bowl along with a bowl of ramen to have a variety for my first time. Curry had decent flavors and not too spicy at all. The chicken katsu was crunchy and hit the right spots. The rice bowl was good just not enough meat to balance the rice ratio that was underneath. The ramen broth was delicious, perfect amount of salt and seasoning, meats and additional items complimented the well cooked noodles.

It's an all in one Asian soup place - Korean, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese noodles and rice options. Flavors are very good, soup has umami, and pricing is very reasonable. It is more of a casual joint and so there is not seating for groups or kids. Only countertops, but hopefully this can expand in the future!

TL;DR - Soup Shack ended up having a couple minor things that were rough around the edges, but was nonetheless delicious, hearty, filling, and had fast and friendly service. Was in JP visiting a friend, and after having Mexican for the past two days, for the first time ever, I decided to skip tacos. This was one of the first places we passed, and I had an instant craving for the Dirty Ramen special. I had the Steamed Bun with pork belly(bao) as an appetizer, the Thai Iced Tea, and of course, the aforementioned Dirty Ramen monthly special. Before I get into the dishes - I have to give props to the menu! It is short, and not at all intimidating. Even better, all the dishes had pictures next to them! Reading a description is good, seeing what you're thinking of ordering is priceless! The Ice Tea wasn't quite what I was expecting. I would have liked it to be a little stronger, but it was still pleasant and refreshing - and of a funky color! The Steamed Bun had a lot of promise, but the execution was less than stellar. They had put way too much veggies within, which made it a little messy to eat, and threw the balance way off. The pork belly within was very pleasant, but hidden by the veggies, and any sauces were completely buried. Then there was the Dirty Ramen - this was an absolutely heavenly explosion of flavor! I made the mistake of not giving it a stir before eating (I'm a noob when it comes to ramen) but it was an experience to be beheld nonetheless. Unlike ramens I'd had before, the broth here had a slightly heartier consistency (from the bean curd, I think). Everything else from the noodles to the veggies and pork within was similarly delectable and well balanced! There was a little spicy to the dish, but very mild. The location is small, but clean, and the service was very nice, friendly, and fast! It was a great value as well, as the large bowl of Dirty Ramen only cost $12.95! (Dirty Ramen = Spicy pork broth with fermented bean curd, cha-shu pork, bean sprouts, mama, wood ear mushroom, scallions, sesame seeds, spicy chili vinegar, nori and togarashi.)

Very generous portions and flavor packed soups for great prices. Perhaps it was because it was a cold snowy day out and we sat at the counter facing the beautiful snowy scene and the staff was extremely kind and attentive, but it felt like a perfect 10 lunch. The only suggestion I might make is to have more options without pork as the meat. I had the Duck Noodle Soup and my kid had the Kao Soi which is a curry noodle soup with a chicken leg in it. Both were delicious!!

I got their tofu katsu rice bowl. The bowl was fresh and flavorful. The tofu was crispy . I wish there was curry as well in the bowl otherwise it was delicious . Delivery was quick

Totally Disappointed!!! I frequently come here for dine in and take out. Today was a take out order. I love my pho with the chili garlic sauce. I was told sorry it's for dine in only.. ?? So I asked is there a way to put some in a to go sauce cup. I can this time but not next time. He gives me a tiny spoon I asked can you put a little more. He says no sorry. I really wanted to leave my order and get a refund!! Totally don't even want it anymore!! Then I get home no basil no bean sprouts is that for dine in only as well???? Horrible feeling don't think I'll be back !!!!..

Always super friendly staff. Ramen always hits the spot. Not a lot of seating so we usual do takeout.

Spoiler: I was a little disappointed BUT one of our group did not want to venture out so we ordered delivery. I suspect eating at the restaurant is better. As for service, I can only comment on the promptness and accuracy of the order. Both were great, and in fact, we got the order before the estimated time. However, according to Grubhub, the food was ready 10-15 minutes before the driver picked it up. That gave the order plenty of time to cool down. Weight: 3, 4/5 Noodle soups arrived deconstructed, which is what you want. Otherwise, the noodles get water logged and soggy. But everything was luke warm at best. I order the Roasted Duck Bowl which had too much five spice. Also, the noodles were just ok, so after I ate the duck, I passed on the rest of the noodles and broth. Food: weight: 1, 3/5 The tan for three people, including delivery fees and tip was $100, which is high IMO for Asian fast food that only tasted just ok. Value: weight: 1, 3/5

Yummy. Fast. Affordable. Cozy. Friendly staff. Watch them make your food right there!

Soup Shack has become a regular on our Friday takeout list. We ordered via DoorDash (it's on the Dash Pass). I ordered the Kao Soi ($15.95), a curry with chicken and ramen noodles. WOW! It was the perfect level of spice for me (I can tolerate quite a bit of spice). My wife described the his dish as the "perfect burst of flavor". Sweet, sour, and spicy is the broth. Comes with a chicken drumstick, which wasn't great but nice to have. I HIGHLY recommend this dish. My partner ordered the Yasai Ramen ($13.95). It's a vegetarian dish including veggie broth, bok choy, Nori, and bamboo. It's not super salty which is great. The broth is super flavorful. The portion sizes were generous and we were very satisfied.

Never disappoints. I've been back to Soup Shack maybe 15-20 times since discovering this place 1 year ago. It's honestly that good. They always satisfy my soup or ramen craving. My favorites from here are the Kao Soi, Tom Yum Noodle Soup, Tan Tan Men Ramen, and the Roasted Pork Steamed Buns. I've tried a handful of the dishes including the duck noodle soup & almost all the other ramens and the ones listed above are my holy grails. Kao Soi- 10/10 "Northern style curry noodle dish with chicken drumstick, steamed ramen noodle, pickled green mustard, pickled red onion, scallions, spicy chili oil and wedge of lime. Topped with crispy egg noodle in curry broth." Tom Yum- 10/10 Thai style hot & sour soup with rice noodle, roasted pork, home style ground pork, fish ball, bean sprouts. Sprinkled with ground peanut, scallions, cilantro and crispy fried garlic in spicy Tom Yum broth. Tan Tan Men 8/10- Pork broth, spicy ground pork, spicy sesame oil (Rayu), Cha-shu pork (Marinated Braised Pork Belly), bok choy, bean sprouts, nori, sesame seeds and scallions. Ramen can be tricky to transport, but Soup Shack packages all their soups and ramens with care. The noodles come in a separate bowl from the broth which is packaged separately and tied in plastic wrap. I'm always impressed with their packaging. However, a pro tip that I've learned, the portions are always bigger if you sit down inside which is why I started eating there :) I can always finish my take out, but usually leave with a small container when sitting down there. One thing I've always wondered, but never asked is to alter the spice level. It would be fun if you could change it to your preference. I prefer my dishes super spicy and have never found any of the soups to be spicy enough. FYI the photos are of the take out dishes.

One word to describe this place: AMAZING!!!! Initially when I saw the yelp reviews, I was a little skeptical when people had written that everything on their menu was delicious. After last night, I couldn't agree more!! My friends and I tried the Spicy Beef Miso Stew, the veggie Yasai Ramen, the Duck Noodle Soup, and the Takoyaki. The broth for all three were made very well and had a lot of flavor. All three were also beautifully plated and look as good as they tasted. The Takoyaki were perfectly crisped and the Bonito flakes on top made the whole dish so fun to watch. Loved this place! Can't wait to go back and try more dishes!!

If you're sick, this is the place to get some good soup!!! Grab some dumplings too! I love the tonkatsu

The food was good but the service was horrible. The women who took my order was rushing me off of the phone, very short and rude after every item before I could even take another breathe she would ask "anything else" in an aggressive tone, I told her I felt rushed and she told me she wasn't rushing me. I order here all the time my son loves it and only had a problem 1 other time.

amazing food excellent food excellent service from Dāh, octopus balls were amaze balls also reccomed the bao bun. and cheap. come here if u wanna be happy.

Stopped in last wednesday for dinner right after work around 5pm. we had our choice of seats as we were the early birds. one khao soi and one miso ramen. i had the khao soi. i really liked the bone in thigh, the spicy red pepper flake oil drizzled on top, crunchy noodles, and pickled veggies. i didn't care for its sweetness. it was the sweetest khao soi i've had here in boston and that abundance of sugar threw me off from rating the dish higher. personally it's not my cup of tea, or shall i say, bowl of soup? i did have some of the miso ramen. the miso was more mild than what i usually have in general amongst all miso ramens i've had. the salt level was really good as in it was not salty as most miso ramen i've had. i think soup shack is a great place to appease a broad group of people. my personal opinion is that any place that offers a broad spectrum and variety of cuisines aren't going to do all of the varieties very well. you want the best khao soi, go to a dedicated thai restaurant. you want an amazing miso ramen? go to a legit dedicated japanese ramen shop. it's street parking and all of the seating is bar stool style along the wall and kitchen.

I've heard a lot of great things about Soup Shack. Ordered 2 miso ramens, fried gyoza, and spicy chili oil on the side. Everything was prepared well and correctly! The pork was tender, ramen still had a bite to it, and the broth was hearty. Fast and friendly service. I appreciated that the broth was separate from the noodles. I've heard that the pho here is good - will come back to try it!

I got the ramen and it was loaded with a lot of pork belly then most ramen I've ever head. The portion was really nice ~ not too much and not too little. Delicious ramen and roasted duck buns. I can't wait to try the other noodle dishes! The staff was so nice and welcomed me with a warm smile :)