What type of cuisine is served at La Strada?

La Strada serves Japanese cuisine, including Soba.

La Strada

Name: La Strada
Address: 2-chōme−41−2 Honchō, Nakano City, Tokyo, 164-0012, JP
Telephone: +81 (0) 3-6276-8364
Rating: 4.4

Tokyo

Japanese: Soba

La Strada Description

Nestled in a tranquil corner of a residential neighborhood, La Strada is a hidden gem that captivates the palates of discerning food enthusiasts. This unassuming one-story house, devoid of flashy signs or curtains, sets the stage for an authentic dining experience. The interior, with its simple tatami seating, exudes a sense of understated elegance. What truly sets La Strada apart is its trio of distinct soba noodles – thin, thick, and flat – each showcasing a unique flavor profile that delights the senses.

During dinner service, guests are treated to an exquisite omakase course featuring delicacies like rich homemade tofu and simmered dishes infused with the restaurant's prideful dashi. The meal culminates in a highlight: a trio of soba noodles expertly crafted to bring out the inherent qualities of buckwheat flour. La Strada's dedication to preserving the essence of soba, combined with its minimalist yet inviting ambiance, makes it a standout destination for those seeking an authentic taste of Japanese culinary artistry in the heart of Tokyo.

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La Strada Overview

Restaurant Website Directions

Address

2-chōme−41−2 Honchō, Nakano City, Tokyo 164-0012

Phone

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+81 (0) 3-6276-8364

Nearby Stations

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Nakano-sakaue Station

Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line

Toei Subway Oedo Line

Operating Hours

Sun: Closed
Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: 6:00PM-9:00PM
Thur: 6:00PM-9:00PM
Fri: 6:00PM-9:00PM
Sat: 12:00PM-3:00PM

Payment Methods

Cash

Restaurant Features

Reservations Accepted

Sake Selection

La Strada Reviews

La Strada Google Average Rating

4.4

Google

I enjoyed this luxury lunch with variety of Soba noodles and many small dishes at no sign board restaurant. Small house has a cozy dining area for only a few groups available.
So, reservation is always needed.
Nice texture and flavor of each noodle. The cource is omakase., I loved all dishes.

Google

To be honest, since the shop is run by one person, the shop owner is always busy. While serving alcohol, making appetizers, and finally boiling soba noodles, he is also answering phone calls and dealing with customers who come directly to the restaurant. Despite such a busy situation, the boiling is done to perfection. I've come to be honest. This is a store that I want to tell you about, but also don't want to tell you about.
I think you'll understand this feeling once you visit.

Google

A restaurant where you can enjoy soba in various ways.
A restaurant where you can enjoy the flavor, texture, and sensation of soba noodles.
He provides careful and detailed explanations of each dish, including its production area, seasoning, and how to eat it.
As for soba-mae, dishes made with seasonal vegetables and soba noodles are served.
I had only eaten thin soba before, and when I tried thick soba for the first time, I was very surprised by the strong soba flavor.
I regret that I couldn't chew properly because I was getting my teeth straightened.
There is a wide variety of drinks, and you can enjoy Japanese craft beer.
Sake is served with soba. The staff also seem to be knowledgeable about sake. (Did you know about the black cows of Wakayama?)
You can enjoy the original taste of the ingredients.
It's not a restaurant where you pair fish or meat dishes with sake, and end with soba noodles.

Google

Soba, mentsuyu
A very wonderful shop.
Personally
It's a shame that there is only one course.

3 hours is the time
What I felt for a long time

My reservation was for 18:30.
Apparently the regulars were at 7pm.
without being told anything
I had to wait for about 30 minutes.
(Drinks are served)

If you want to start all at once
I wonder if we should standardize the reservation times.

It was a shame because it was delicious.

Google

To be honest, I think it's overrated. I felt that. Soba is delicious, but I think it's quite expensive in terms of value for money. The soba rush is wonderful, but the number, quantity, and quality of the other dishes, including the appetizers, are too small to leave you feeling unsatisfied. I ordered a large bowl of soba, but there was no difference between it and a regular bowl. I think 10,000 yen per person is quite bullish.
I couldn't say that there was any hospitality, and I could hear harsh exchanges between the serving girls many times, so I couldn't say it was comfortable. However, the explanation of the important dishes is so quiet that I can't hear it. I had high hopes because it was difficult to get reservations, but I can't imagine repeating. I think other soba izakayas are more satisfying.

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La Strada Reviews

La Strada Google Average Rating

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