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Japanese Restaurant

Sobaya

Homemade soba & udon noodles served in soups along with other traditional Japanese dishes.

Closed · Opens 12 PM
229 East 9 Street, Manhattan 10003
Dine-In · Takeout · Delivery
Pending
Inspected May 11, 2026
What to order: Ten Zaru · Kamo Seiro · Buta Kakuni
Heads up:long wait times during peak hours · small portion sizes
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Safety notes

From the May 11, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.

Safety notes:8
  • CriticalFood contamination risk

    Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.

  • CriticalRoaches

    Live roaches were found on site.

  • CriticalMice

    Evidence of mice was found on site.

  • CriticalHot food too cold

    Hot food was held below 140°F, cool enough for bacteria to grow.

  • MinorNo handwash sign

    The required wash-your-hands sign wasn't posted.

  • MinorConditions that attract pests

    Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.

  • MinorSingle-use items mishandled

    Single-use items were reused or left unprotected.

  • MinorPesticide misuse

    Pesticides were used or stored improperly, or applied by someone unlicensed.

Hours

Monday
12 PM - 9 PM
Tuesday
12 PM - 9 PM
Wednesday
12 PM - 9 PM
Thursday
12 PM - 9 PM
Friday
12 PM - 10 PM
Saturday
12 PM - 10 PM
Sunday
12 PM - 8 PM