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At SOBAR, we specialize in authentic Ju-Wari Soba— buckwheat, gluten-free Japanese noodles—served with flavorful broths, craft sake, and popular izakaya-style dishes. Whether you’re looking for a healthy meal, a family-friendly spot, or a casual drink at the bar, SOBAR offers a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Culver City. Our signature Ju-Wari Soba is made entirely from pure buckwheat flour, delivering a rich, nutty flavor ideal for gluten-sensitive and health-conscious diners. Discover the true taste of Japan with our signature dishes.
Hours
| Saturday | 12–2:30 PM, 5:30–10 PM |
| Sunday | 12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 12–2:30 PM, 5:30–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 12404 Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066
Phone: (310) 439-1029
Website: https://www.sobar-usa.com/
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Reviews
Darlo
Restaurant design is beautiful, modern, clean. I love the center bar countertop seating. Staff was very friendly.
The food was a bit disappointing. I didn’t expect it to match what I had in Japan, but it really fell short. Ordered a few apps: Dashi simmered pumpkin, Dashimaki, and Agedashi Nasu. All fell flat. The Kakiage Soba had a good flavor to it, but the Kamo Negi Soba was a big miss all around, especially the duck part was not tender and there was only 3 thin, tiny slices. I really wanted to like this place, but I think I ordered enough dishes to justify my rating.
… moreThe food was a bit disappointing. I didn’t expect it to match what I had in Japan, but it really fell short. Ordered a few apps: Dashi simmered pumpkin, Dashimaki, and Agedashi Nasu. All fell flat. The Kakiage Soba had a good flavor to it, but the Kamo Negi Soba was a big miss all around, especially the duck part was not tender and there was only 3 thin, tiny slices. I really wanted to like this place, but I think I ordered enough dishes to justify my rating.
Guillaume Bourcy
We found this place “by accident” and definitely didn’t regret our choice. Sobar on Washington is the kind of place you forgive for the parking situation — and trust me, you will be circling like a confused pelican at least once. But once you make it inside? Totally worth it.
The menu is loaded with vegetarian soba bowls that could convert even the most committed carnivore. And if you’re not in a noodle mood, no problem — the sashimi is ultra-fresh, and the tempura is so perfectly crisp it practically crackles in greeting. Add a solid lineup of sakes and suddenly your “quick dinner” becomes a whole vibe. I saw many guests re-ordering new items a few times.
The atmosphere is pure Venice: casual, bright, and breezy, like everyone agreed to be relaxed but still look effortlessly cool. Most seats are high stools, only a couple of regular tables available.
Pro tip: Come hungry, bring patience for parking, and absolutely order the sake — it’s the upgrade your soba didn’t know it needed
… moreThe menu is loaded with vegetarian soba bowls that could convert even the most committed carnivore. And if you’re not in a noodle mood, no problem — the sashimi is ultra-fresh, and the tempura is so perfectly crisp it practically crackles in greeting. Add a solid lineup of sakes and suddenly your “quick dinner” becomes a whole vibe. I saw many guests re-ordering new items a few times.
The atmosphere is pure Venice: casual, bright, and breezy, like everyone agreed to be relaxed but still look effortlessly cool. Most seats are high stools, only a couple of regular tables available.
Pro tip: Come hungry, bring patience for parking, and absolutely order the sake — it’s the upgrade your soba didn’t know it needed
Esther Mom
The best soba and karaage I’ve ever had!
I used to live in Japan, Tokyo and I was sure I knew about soba BUT I was wrong! This restaurant exceeded my expectations. It’s perfect place if you are picky for Japanese food.
I had chill dipping soba with shiso and my husband had spicy hot soba. We also tried karaage and seasoned edamame. All were excellent I will definitely come back to try different type of soba or udong.
… moreI used to live in Japan, Tokyo and I was sure I knew about soba BUT I was wrong! This restaurant exceeded my expectations. It’s perfect place if you are picky for Japanese food.
I had chill dipping soba with shiso and my husband had spicy hot soba. We also tried karaage and seasoned edamame. All were excellent I will definitely come back to try different type of soba or udong.
Stefano DellaVigna
Want to experience of nugget of Japan in LA? Head to this amazing soba spot which starts with amazing appetizers such as fried chicken and sashimi and the venture to soba noodles, trying both the cold ones and the hot ones. They also have excellent sake and other Japanese drinks. Service is excellent too.
… moreBeatrice Schleyer
SOBAR is lovely and authentic. It’s surprisingly difficult to find *really* good Japanese food in LA, but SOBAR is an exception; it has a diverse but short enough menu that the quality is consistent. The dining room is well appointed, comfortable and efficient without being fussy. Love it!
… moreGogu Ma
They have very authentic way of cooking soba. Everyone, please try. I was too excited to eat so I forgot to take photos of all menus but all their appetizer, drinks, soba and deserts are good.
… moreJiahui Zhou
The best soba in LA, hands down. Getting directly to the point, we tried the Scallop Shiso Maze Soba and the Kamo Negi Soba. They were completely different but equally superbly delicious. The latter was a very classical soba with rich duck broth done just right vs the former was a brilliant innovation – a refreshing pesto-like broth infused with shiso together with scallops and mushrooms full of umami.
The appetizers – Dashi Simmered Pumpkin and Chicken Kaarage – were excellent as well. Plus very friendly and polite staff. Will come back!
… moreThe appetizers – Dashi Simmered Pumpkin and Chicken Kaarage – were excellent as well. Plus very friendly and polite staff. Will come back!
Luke Qian
The atmosphere is clean and minimal, centered around a U-shaped bar that adds a welcoming touch. Near the entrance, a display of sake bottles sets the tone, offering a glimpse into the restaurant’s curated taste. It feels like a great spot for a solo meal, especially if you’re looking for something calm and thoughtfully prepared.
We visited for a weekday lunch. With only one chef on duty, the service was understandably a bit slow, but still attentive.
We ordered the special appetizer plate, along with two types of zaru soba — one with shiso sauce and the other with tororo. While the appetizer plate felt slightly overpriced given the portion size, I appreciated the care put into each item. That said, the grilled rice ball and salmon could’ve been warmer — possibly a result of limited staffing.
The soba itself was excellent, with a pleasantly firm and tangy texture. The shiso sauce, however, leaned a bit too salty and thick for my taste, whereas the tororo sauce was well-balanced in both flavor and texture. After finishing the noodles, we asked for sobayu (hot water mixed with buckwheat flour), and once again, the shiso dipping sauce remained too salty to enjoy even when diluted — but the tororo sauce paired beautifully with it, enhanced by the delicate sweetness of fresh wasabi.
… moreWe visited for a weekday lunch. With only one chef on duty, the service was understandably a bit slow, but still attentive.
We ordered the special appetizer plate, along with two types of zaru soba — one with shiso sauce and the other with tororo. While the appetizer plate felt slightly overpriced given the portion size, I appreciated the care put into each item. That said, the grilled rice ball and salmon could’ve been warmer — possibly a result of limited staffing.
The soba itself was excellent, with a pleasantly firm and tangy texture. The shiso sauce, however, leaned a bit too salty and thick for my taste, whereas the tororo sauce was well-balanced in both flavor and texture. After finishing the noodles, we asked for sobayu (hot water mixed with buckwheat flour), and once again, the shiso dipping sauce remained too salty to enjoy even when diluted — but the tororo sauce paired beautifully with it, enhanced by the delicate sweetness of fresh wasabi.
Chris Daskalos
Walking into Sobar you’ll be greeted by friendly staff who are more than happy to share their favorite menu items and sake pairings – just ask. The food is phenomenal – it’s easy to see why they earned a place on the Los Angeles 101 best restaurants. If you visited already and didn’t try the appetizer sampler book your next reservation for tomorrow and correct the error. Will be adding this place to our favorite places to bring friends.
… moreL Lam
We decided to try out SOBAR as it was close by to our stay while in LA
It was a great chance as the food was great. Everything was excellent to include our communication with other patrons
The food was awesome and we plan to go there again before we leave LA
… moreIt was a great chance as the food was great. Everything was excellent to include our communication with other patrons
The food was awesome and we plan to go there again before we leave LA