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Noodle in a Haystack San Francisco Reviews
The food was delicious but not just worth it for the value
The food was delicious but not just worth it for the value IMO. Came here Jul 2025 and had the extended menu. I thought the ingredients and cooking methods were high quality but when they were combined, weren't that delicious together. Like I th
First time at noodle in a haystack and it was absolutely
First time at noodle in a haystack and it was absolutely delicious. My husband and I were lucky enough to get reservations, it literally took both of us clicking on the computer to get our tock reservation when it first opened. This is a husband and
It took me a few months of trying at 9pm exactly on the
It took me a few months of trying at 9pm exactly on the release date to get this slot. I've gotten some pretty clutch reservations in my lifetime, but this was probably one of the hardest to get. I concluded that it's easiest to get the r
This omakase was an intimate 10 person experience that was
This omakase was an intimate 10 person experience that was close to 3 hours with the owner explaining each menu item to us before serving it with a wine/sake pairing. Ambiance was cozy and friendly. I really enjoy how small it was and the thought tha
What a cool experience! Got a reservation here thanks to a
What a cool experience! Got a reservation here thanks to a friend and we went on a Tuesday night! Good: - The place was so cute! I liked that it was a hole in the wall place - Super nice staff, definitely a labor of love - Liked the mini wine pairi
Tl:Dr - Inspired high-end Japanese cooking in an intimate
Tl:Dr - Inspired high-end Japanese cooking in an intimate and friendly setting. While this humble duo has the gift, there are still some rough edges brought by their limited space. Ultimately though if you see this for what it is, you'll overloo
I don't know how I haven't reviewed Noodle in a Haystack
I don't know how I haven't reviewed Noodle in a Haystack yet !! This is my 4th or 5th time dining here and I haven't had a single dish I haven't like. Yoko and Clint have a beautiful restaurant and deliver amazing food that they h
This restaurant is the epitome of the idea that constraint
This restaurant is the epitome of the idea that constraint breeds creativity. It's a small Japanese restaurant with no stove and no grill and 12 seats available three nights a week that are nearly impossible to get. But after 4 months of setting
The best dining experience in San Francisco right now! Is
The best dining experience in San Francisco right now! Is your internet fast enough to grab a coveted reservation on Tock.com right when it comes out? The food is spectacular, the atmosphere is simple, and the chats with the owners are priceless. Ev
Added this restaurant to my bookmark after seeing such high
Added this restaurant to my bookmark after seeing such high praise from the infatuation. It's definitely a once in a lifetime experience if you're lucky enough to experience because this is the hardest reservation to get in the city right n
It was such a treat to dine here! Truly a hidden gem in San
It was such a treat to dine here! Truly a hidden gem in San Francisco, Clint and his wife Yoko offer the most exceptional ramen and a myriad of other tasty bites, all made right in front of you and with the delicacy and precision of brilliant culinar
We had a very special dinner at Noodle in a Haystack.
The food was all very innovative and delicious, and Clint and Yoko were so friendly and welcoming. They are true artisans and I wouldn't be surprised if they win a lot of awards. Highly recommended!
If you've grown tired of traditional ramen, you must give
If you've grown tired of traditional ramen, you must give this understated ramen shop a try. Every dish is crafted with great care. If you opt for the additional sake pairing with your meal, each dish comes with its own sake match. The owner is atten
Such a great and memorable dinner.
Each portion had a unique idea and beautiful presentation. I really like how textures/flavors are mixed in each plate; crispy & soft, sweet & spicy etc. Noodles are specially crafted for this ramen and they fit perfectly with soup. It was def
This is *the* hardest reservation to score in San Francisco.
Located in a nondescript building in the Inner Richmond, Noodle in a Haystack is serving up a $195 ramen tasting menu. Husband and wife duo Clint and Yoko were finalists in the World Ramen Grand Prix in Tokyo, which inspired them to start their busin
Dinner review.
Japanese (non-traditional) tasting menu. Winter / Early Spring Extended Menu (Highlight) Financier Tsar Nicoulai Golden Reserve Caviar, Smoked shoyu crème fraîche (Highlight) Chawanmushi Dungeness crab dashi gravy, Hokkaido Uni & Scallop, Ga
It is challenging for me to describe how much passion and
It is challenging for me to describe how much passion and effort they put into the quality of their food. When I first arrived outside the restaurant, everyone patiently waited for the door to open on the dot. When the door opens, we are warmly greet
Is Ramen worth $200? 1000% yes! You can taste amount of
Is Ramen worth $200? 1000% yes! You can taste amount of passion and love that Chef Clint and Chef Yoko poured in within your palette . I have waited at least 2 years to be on the waitlist and was finally was able to snatch a space . Noodle in a hay
Review for my visit back in June 2023: Noodle in a
Review for my visit back in June 2023: Noodle in a Haystack has the hardest to get reservation in the city for good reason. You can feel Clint and Yoko's dedication to their craft through the attention to smallets of details in each on of their dish
The meals was just wonderful and mouthwatering.
Every bite was umami filled. The chefs are as kind as they are skilled. Hope to have the opportunity to dine in their wonderful and intimate establishment soon!
A gem that delivers big on taste and heart.
The chefs / couple are clearly talented and very passionate about what they serve. The deviled egg was a great starter. The Chawanmushi steamed egg was one of my personal favorites, topped with their homemade XO sauce. No surprise the ramen stol
Delicious and great conversation! Loved all the dishes and
Delicious and great conversation! Loved all the dishes and especially the ones photoed. Meal is timed well.
Brilliant food.
The connection made with chefs who are across makes the food special.
Looks out of business.
Nothing there. No sign, locked gate. No indication a restaurant is there.
Truly an amazing and unique meal! Clint and Yoko have
Truly an amazing and unique meal! Clint and Yoko have really innovated on a set cuisine around ramen and taken their passion and dedication to a whole new level. I was blown away with their thoughtfulness and hearing about the history of how their di
Noodle in the Haystack is an authentic experience of a
Noodle in the Haystack is an authentic experience of a passionate chef who has traveled abroad to Japan and is looking to bring his experience and food back home to the Bay. If you're lucky enough to get a reservation, this experience is definitely w
Summary:So much more than just fancy ramenDetails:For the
Summary:So much more than just fancy ramenDetails:For the uninitiated, Noodle in a Haystack has been around for many years now, originally operating as a ramen-focused popup at various venues, with reservations that were largely impossible for most t
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