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Noodle in a Haystack San Francisco Reviews from The Last Year
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 attentive, providing detailed explanations of each dish's ingredients and preparation process, along with insights into the sake selections and their flavors. The dining experience goes beyond just eating; you gain knowledge about various ingredients while enjoying a delightful meal. The owner is sociable, and with only 12 guests served at a time, the atmosphere is relaxed, akin to dining with friends. It's a feast for both the eyes and taste buds--a culinary delight that ramen enthusiasts shouldn't miss.
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 definitely a thing we can only enjoy at Noodle in a Haystack. Not even in Japan! Also, we loved having conversations with Clint and Yoko, and hearing about how they came up with these great dishes.
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 business in San Francisco, quickly earning its spot as one of the top new restaurants in the country. They insert ingredients from their ramen to each dish of the 8-course tasting menu. We started with a crispy golden financier topped with caviar and smoked shoyu creme fraiche, followed by a chawanmushi, or savory egg custard, with ingredients like Dungeness crab dashi gravy, Hokkaido Uni & Scallop. The chilled A5 wagyu tan tan men was incredibly refreshing from the cold house-made noodles and dashi, yet rich in flavor from the wagyu butter and mala. Next, a tender black cod and Japanese pickles before the climax of the tasting menu- a piping hot bowl of ramen that they rotate out every couple months. This is a hainanese chicken inspired shio ramen, with perfectly chewy housemade noodles in a translucent salt-seasoned broth. We finished strong with a refreshing Yuzu shaved ice, and Shoyu honey mirin Japanese pancake. You absolutely need to go for a special occasion or a nice night out!
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, Garlic Brown butter, Shio tare, Mountain Yam, Mitsuba (Best. Awesome.) Chilled A5 Wagyu Tan Tan Men Japanese sesame tare, A5 Wagyu "butter," Ramp Vinegar, Mala, Dashi, A5 Hokkaido Wagyu Striploin Black Cod Steam roasted Black Cod, Japanese Sea Bream dashi, Blood Orange Olive oil, Chives Tsukemono Pickles of the Day (Highlight) Hainan Chicken Shio 8 hr Whole chicken & Pi water broth, 5 fish dashi, Shio Tare, Ginger scallion schmaltz, "Hainan Chicken" Roulade, 3 day cured jidori egg, Tokyo Negi, Aged onion, Micro cilantro Annin Kakigori Yuzu shaved ice, "Almond tofu", Kiwi preserve Dorayaki Shoyu honey mirin pancake, Burnt caramel, Chantilly, Salted brown butter crumble Overall, "as good as it gets."
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 greeted inside and check in promptly. There was a space on the right side to hang our coats and store our umbrellas since the rain was torrential. When I first sat down, I noticed how vast and spacious the restaurant was, with a beautiful large countertop leading to an open kitchen. The first course came, and despite how assuming it looked, that single bite packed such a large amount of flavor that I knew it was going to be a lovely evening. The subsequent dishes that followed were also not what it seemed, but the flavor did not clash for me. I had plenty of sake pairing during the meal that you never thought would work with that dish, but the pairing was pretty on point. I had lots of new sake I had never drunk before, and I had taken plenty of photos of each bottle so I could find it later when I wanted to. The owners are amiable when conversing with everyone and answering questions on the dish in particular or if they have any recommendations on another restaurant they like. It is not an experience I can elaborate on in detail, but rather, you have to experience it to know how different it is from all the restaurants I have experienced in the Bay Area. I will return to try their dishes when they rotate them again for the spring time.
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 haystack (@noodleinhaystack )is not your typical restaurant. They started off doing pop ups in their own home bringing that closeness with the chef and the diner . This type of environment is very much like Japan--closeness with the chef and diner . This concept was brought over to their new soft open restaurant near 10th and Geary seating only 10 people . This restaurant is not just a ramen place but omakase and Asian fusion vibes . What stood out - menu never the same , they would freestyle and adjust to perfect the palette - Mostly every culinary technique you can think of is used - Perfect balance of flavors - Uses a water filtration system from Japan that "energizes" water giving the broth a soft and smooth taste - Great service Dishes I tried . Chef Clint, correct me if I'm wrong "The financier cookie" - bite sized double fried dough with creme fraiche and smoke shoyu topped with caviar Tsubigai chicken drizzled two oils one of which is an African chili oil Baja uni carbonara mixed with jidori shoyu cured egg yolk, , roasted oil, konbu dashi, topped with salmon eggs Smoked sable fish with scallops and dashi Torched Hokkaido A5 ribeye served with freshly foraged matsutake mushrooms and wagyu dripping rice . A side of pickled dashi and cucumber was also served Wagyu flavored dashi ramen with a flavor "enhancer" of slow braised wagyu and home made XO sauce Yuzu shaved ice with almond tofu and apricots Chestnut doriyaki with salted brown butter cookie crumble chanterelle cream and mirin https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cms6cpQK0Yj/?igsh=ZDE1MWVjZGVmZQ==
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 dishes. Seating is very intimate, with an L-shaped bar surrounding the prep area. We opted for the sake pairing which came with 8 different dishes. 1) Our soirée began with a Financier adorned with Caviar. The gentle sweetness of smoked shoyu harmonized with an exquisite touch reminiscent of a sophisticated lox bagel, a whimsical yet refined appetizer. 2) Next was the Chawanmushi unveiled itself with an audacious twist. Chicken intertwined with the nuanced depths of dashi-infused egg and seaweed. The XO sauce played mischievously, adding textures and layers that challenged the norms of this classic dish. 3) Enter the cold ramen--a delicate dance of flavors. The sundried tomatoes lent a surprising depth to the broth, while the velvety richness of uni bestowed an opulence that resonated with each spoonful, crafting a symphony of sensation. 4) Bluefin tuna and arugula salad - meticulously selected, was a testament to the restaurant's uncompromising commitment to quality 5) The A5 wagyu beef and curry arrived, accompanied by ethereal fried milk bread--each bite a sublime exploration. The beef melted like poetry, while the curry caressed the senses, culminating in a crescendo of flavor and tenderness. The dish was exteremley playful and hit a nostalgiac note for me, reminding me of the best parts of Japanese comfort food. 6) The Yuzu daikon pickle offered a palate-cleansing interlude--a clean, citrusy burst that revitalized the senses, leaving a trail of zesty elegance. However, it was the humble cucumbers that stole the spotlight--a seemingly unassuming creation transformed into a mesmerizing delicacy. The balance of salt, sugar, and shio konbu created a harmonious dance on the palate, leaving an enduring impression. 7) Lastly, the Shio Butter, Corn, Whelk and clam ramen--an opus of depth and complexity that rewrote the boundaries of noodle artistry. As the konbu butter melts into the clam broth, the ramen transforms into the most deeply flavourful seafood broth. The whelk and corn provide a great textural contrast to the amazingly toothsome noodles and chashu. This was quit possibly the best single bowl of ramen I've ever had the priveledge to try. 8) Dessert was a combination of shaved yuzu ice and burnt basque cheescake. I'm not much of a dessert person, but both were a satisfying way to end an exquisite meal. Noodle in a Haystack transcends a mere dining experience--it's an immersive tapestry of flavors, textures, and narratives. Each dish is a chapter in a story, orchestrated by a chef's genius and enriched by hosts who transform a meal into an unforgettable saga. A reservation here isn't just access; it's an entrée into the extraordinary.
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 stole the show -- balanced and noodles were perfection. It was inspiring hearing their story and I hope to be back soon to taste what's next.
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.
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Great Service - amazing dinner!!
Read about the site in NYT and bought a reservation at Mother Wolf in LA 2 days later. Worked great and the food was amazing!!!
Worked perfectly!
Got the reservation (that I couldn't get anywhere else) and was able to entertain a group of friends at the infamous Bern's Steakhouse.
Got into Nobu Malibu
Wonderful! My parents are visiting and we have wanted to go to Nobu Malibu for years. I tried getting a reservation myself but it was next to impossible. So glad I was able to buy a reservation on appointment trader for a decent price!
Very easy
Was very hesitant going into this experience but am glad to say that it worked out very well ! will definitely use appointment trader in the future
Fabulous Lunch
I was veeeeeerry skeptical that this would work, particularly at a restaurant as hard to get into as Nobu Malibu, and it was perfect! We had lunch outside on the patio and it was fabulous!
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I got a reservation to Don Angie, which I've been trying to book for weeks! I am very happy with this service.
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Worked perfectly
Was a little nervous at first but was pleased to see that the booking went through flawlessly.
Highly recommended.
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Worked perfectly, thank you!
This is a crazy holiday season in NYC and I was very pleasantly surprised to see that AppointmentTrader works! Will be using again!
Worked flawlessly!
Worked so well! I was a bit nervous, but everything went very smoothly. purchased the reservation, and got into the restaurant seamlessly.
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So glad I came across this app :)
Quick table in Miami
I didn’t have my hopes high as it was a party of 4. In 24 hours I had a carbone reservation available! I was very happy as my family really wanted to come here
Prime time, great meal
So easy and had a prime time which I can never seem to get on normal res apps. So worth it
Got impossible NYC res
instead of waiting weeks I got my 4 charles reservation instantly
Worked perfectly to get into Carbone. So delighted
perfect
Worked well, got me into a restaurant with no availability
I was skeptical, and I still don't really know how they managed to find this hard-to-find reservation, but it was a win-win from my point of view, and I'll use this service again.
Last minute reservation for Delilah Las Vegas
Got a last minute reservation, dinner for 2 at Delilah Las Vegas: super impressed! The process was simple, transaction seamless. We had an amazing time! Couldn’t be happier! 😍
It works!
Ok at this point I've attended a reservation purchased on AT by a friend and sold a reservation personally. Both worked pretty smoothly, nothing sketchy about it. A few areas for improvement including a way to more directly communicate between buyers and sellers, but the app always seems to be in development. AT customer support is really(!) responsive and helpful too if you have questions!
Money transfer
As a seller, I like the fact i have the ability now to transfer money out of my AT account and into a bank account. Makes getting the money much easier then the process before.
Love this app
Got to go to places otherwise unreachable
Easy Access
Very easy to get into one of the hardest restaurants to reserve in New York.
Appointment
I was waiting on the transfer for name but it hasn’t happened yet and my reservation is tonight , will it be an issue that is hasn’t changed into my name yet
Buyers interested in Bern's Steakhouse: PLEASE READ
Same goes for 4 Charles and I Sodi
Prepaid Reservation Fee
Agreed. Ultimately not addressing this month after month is clearly resulting in a drop in certain venue’s rankings & sales.
Just got scammed!
Thats unfortunate but you can always get your money back if they cancel the reservation.
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Process after bid is accepted.
Hey @EvocativeFold67, welcome to appointmenttrader! Once the reservation is in your portfolio, you definitely own the timeslot, the review team would not have approved the trade if the reservation wasn't confirmed - so you are going :-) Judging from your post you bid today and are going tomorrow - don't worry as long as you initiated the name transfer, you are good - the transfer service has to work with the opening hours of the reservation team of the respective venue. You will likely see the transfer confirmation a couple hours before your reservation time.
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