Akaishi Shokudō
Experience Okinawa's best soba at Akaishi Shokudo, famous for its tender pork ribs and hearty noodles at unbeatable prices.
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Akaishi Shokudō
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Must-see attractions
Experience Okinawa's best soba at Akaishi Shokudo, famous for its tender pork ribs and hearty noodles at unbeatable prices.
"This is most definitely the best ramen and pork I’ve ever had in my life."
Arrive Early or Expect a Wait
Put your name down early or arrive before opening. Weekdays are less crowded.
Try Both Soba Variations
For a full experience, consider tasting both the pork ribs and vegetable soba.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Japanese (Okinawan Soba)
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+81 980-89-2447
Address
360 Ibaruma, Ishigaki, Okinawa 907-0332, Japan
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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pork Rib Soba
Tender, flavorful pork ribs atop chewy noodles in a rich broth. A must-try Okinawan specialty.
Affordable Culinary Gem
High-quality, delicious food served at prices that won't break the bank. Great value for money.
Intimate & Welcoming Atmosphere
A cozy dining space with excellent, friendly service that makes you feel right at home.
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Arrive Early or Expect a Wait
Put your name down early or arrive before opening. Weekdays are less crowded.
Try Both Soba Variations
For a full experience, consider tasting both the pork ribs and vegetable soba.
Portion Sizes
Small and medium sizes are generously portioned, more than adequate for most.
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Arrive Early or Expect a Wait
Put your name down early or arrive before opening. Weekdays are less crowded.
Try Both Soba Variations
For a full experience, consider tasting both the pork ribs and vegetable soba.
Portion Sizes
Small and medium sizes are generously portioned, more than adequate for most.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Akaishi Shokudo is celebrated for its exceptionally delicious and affordable Okinawan soba, particularly the pork rib variant. Diners rave about the tender meat and rich broth, with many calling it the best they've ever had. While the intimate atmosphere and friendly service are appreciated, be prepared for significant wait times, as the restaurant is very popular among locals and tourists alike.
"Absolutely worth the wait. Put your name down at door. Only 4 dishes but all well done. The small and medium sizes are more than adequate sizes. The solid soba is to die for. No wonder people are prepared to wait. Open only from 11am to 3pm."
Mick C
"Small little intimate place, but the food was just out of this world. Get the pork ribs soba. Best soba I've had in Okinawa."
patrick wewengkang
"I came here because friends took me telling that is the best soba in the island. A lot of people outside waiting because so popular among tourists. I agree with people saying that this is an example of place became famous because of socials and not for the quality of the food. I must say I was disappointed about food. The pork inside the soba was very tender but mainly fat. The taste of the plate was excessively sweet and is easy to say that the famous secret in the recipe is that they marinate meat in the pineapple juice and maybe some sugar cane. The pasta dough was not chewy enough or probably overcooked. I'm not an expert of yaeyama soba but I know food and I must say that I had better in other places on the island."
Paola Macrini
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Frequently Asked Questions
The signature dishes are the Pork Rib Soba and the Vegetable Soba, both highly recommended.
Wait times can be long, especially during peak hours. Arriving early or on weekdays is advised.
Yes, an English menu is available, making ordering easier for international visitors.
Portions are generous. Small and medium sizes are usually more than adequate.
Yes, there is parking available in front of the store and also a bit further off to the side.
Besides soba, Katsudon and Tonkatsu are also highly regarded dishes.
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