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Soup lunch spots

A quick, steaming bowl of soup to break up the workday.

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Little Seven Special Soup w/Rice (酸小七贵州酸汤鱼) image 1
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Bright, clean space with modern Chinese decor and soft lighting creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Quiet and relaxed, it suits casual meals with customizable sour fish soups served in shallow bowls alongside unlimited rice refills. A rice bar adds a unique touch to the dining experience.

Soups come in large, piping hot bowls filled with fresh fish, cabbage, and mushrooms. Options like the golden sour and spicy soup with snakehead fish and the tomato beef soup with tender beef and chewy potato noodles offer balanced, flavorful broths with tangy and savory notes.

Quiet and clean atmosphere creates a relaxing spot for lunch. Offers lunch specials suitable for a workday meal in a beautiful restaurant setting.

People are saying

"I loved the sour and spicy fish soup."

"The Yaxi Lemon Tea is refreshing and perfectly sweet."

"The Lunch Spot food here is really good and delicious."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers a buy one get one free promotion starting from April 28th.

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Expect smaller portion sizes compared to when it first opened.

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Unlimited free rice is available with every meal.

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Japanese restaurant

Small, cozy space with J-Pop music and an anime wall creates an authentic Japanese vibe. Friendly atmosphere hosts a mix of diners enjoying large servings and quick service. Cold beer options add a refreshing touch to the experience.

Broth and miso soup come from scratch with black garlic oil and a smoked garlic spicy kick. Bone-in beef rib soup offers a rich alternative to traditional Galbi-tang, while the Kuro ramen features a creamy soup base.

Lunch here offers a quiet atmosphere around 1 PM, avoiding the rush. It serves as a reliable spot for a midday meal with consistent availability.

People are saying

"The food's rich, flavorful broth and perfectly chewy noodles are amazing."

"I found the spicy miso ramen to be delicious and authentic."

"The soup base here is incredible, especially the spicy garlic."

Good to know

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Parking at RAMEN ARASHI is easy.

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The food is served quickly, usually within 5 minutes.

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The servings are large and filling.

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M Dumpling image 1
Chinese restaurant

Small, clean, and modern space with a window showing dumplings made from scratch creates a casual, family-friendly vibe. Crowded during peak times, it offers a relaxed atmosphere focused on fresh dumplings and authentic flavors. Limited seating and a slimmed-down menu emphasize quality over quantity.

Wonton soup features water chestnut in the filling and a broth with small fish, offering a light but flavorful taste. Soup dumplings have thin skin and juicy soup, while beef shank and braised beef noodle soups provide hearty options.

No wait for a table during lunch hour. Menu is slimmed down, focusing on lunch options rather than dinner.

People are saying

"The soup dumplings here are heavenly and packed with flavor."

"The soup dumplings have thin skin and juicy soup."

"This Lunch Spot's soup dumplings are pretty awesome."

Good to know

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Reservations are not required, but expect wait times during peak hours.

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Parking is limited, so consider arriving early or using public transport.

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The menu is primarily focused on dumplings and a few other Chinese dishes.

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Chinese noodle restaurant

Small space with tight seating and cozy atmosphere offers a quiet, family-friendly vibe. Clean, modern interiors include fancy bag hooks at each table. Spicy noodle dishes draw those who appreciate authentic Sichuan and Chongqing flavors.

Broth stands out with rich flavor and noodles cook to perfect texture. Signature beef noodle soup and mala beef brisket soup deliver delicious spicy and savory profiles.

Ordering by phone works well during the lunch hour rush. Options like Fuqi Feipian and Hongyou Wanshou make solid choices for a late lunch.

People are saying

"This beef noodle soup is flavorful with tender beef and generous noodles."

"These dinner spots have delicious, spicy Sichuan noodles."

"The Lunch Spot portions were generous and the beef was so tender."

Good to know

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The pork bone noodles are only available on weekends.

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Spice levels are stronger than at many other restaurants; choose mild if unsure.

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You can customize noodle softness and spice levels to your preference.

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Korean restaurant

Modern Korean restaurant with clean interior and homemade tofu crafted on site. Atmosphere stays comfortable and quiet with few customers, suitable for dining alone or with friends. Offers variety of tofu dishes and side dishes with refills, focusing on authentic flavors.

Soups feature tofu and beef in generous portions, often with a spicy kick. Options include pork bone soup, veggie tofu soup, and seaweed soup, all filling and flavorful.

Good service stands out during lunch, even with only one person running the place. The spot works well for team lunches.

People are saying

"I found the homemade Korean food here to be delicious and made with love."

"The sizzling tofu soup with beef was authentic and spicy."

"The food at this Lunch Spot was great."

Good to know

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You can get a refill on almost all the side dishes except the colourful tofu.

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The owners are often present and make tofu from scratch.

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The restaurant offered a brown rice upgrade for vegetarian dishes.

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Japanese restaurant

Bright, clean interior with a modern and spacious layout creates a comfortable dining environment. Sushi features fresh fish and extra long sashimi cuts, showcasing skilled preparation. Atmosphere stays mostly quiet and light, with occasional lively moments and a diverse crowd.

Miso soup comes in a tiny size and costs four dollars. Sometimes they provide extra miso soups at no charge. The soup has an amazing flavor.

Lunch features delicious sushi served around midday. The spot gets busy by 12:30 on weekdays.

People are saying

"The sushi here is delicious, with high-quality, fresh fish."

"The lunch sushi here is so fresh and delicious."

"They were able to get us four miso soups."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended as the restaurant is usually busy during dinner time.

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Expect wait times of around 50 minutes from ordering to food being served.

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Prices are reasonable for the quality of the fish served.

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Small space with cozy seating and soft Japanese music creates a lively yet intimate atmosphere. Wide ramen bowls and varied broth options highlight the menu's focus on authentic flavors. The place often gets packed, reflecting its popularity despite limited seating.

Soup features a delicious fish broth with a fresh, tasty base. Sets include soup along with free drinks and dessert, making it a solid value.

Lunch offers delicious and affordable options. Tea, including milk tea, comes free during lunch.

People are saying

"I had the best ramen I've ever tasted here."

"This lunch spot has the best ramen I've ever tasted."

"The soup base here is so tasty and fresh."

Good to know

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Reservations are not accepted, so expect to be put on a waitlist during busy hours.

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Parking can be challenging during peak times, so plan ahead.

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The restaurant uses a digital menu accessed via QR code at the table.

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Meet Rice Noodle 蒙自源米线大王 image 1

Small indoor space offers a cozy atmosphere with comfortable lighting and clean, well-decorated interiors. The place fills up during peak hours but remains a homey spot for enjoying authentic Yunnan rice noodle soups with rich, flavorful broths and generous portions of meat and vegetables.

The Yunnan guoqiao noodle soup features a chicken broth that is flavorful without being salty. The soup comes in a large portion with solid, tasty rice noodles and a unique tomato soup version served in a hot stone bowl that diners prepare themselves.

Lunch here involves slow service that can stretch through an entire break. The menu includes seafood and noodles, but value compares less favorably to other all-you-can-eat options nearby.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and tasty."

"The soup here is homemade and served in a huge portion."

"I found the food at this Lunch Spot to be delicious."

Good to know

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Expect no wait times on Sundays.

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The menu prices start at over $17 for a bowl of rice noodles.

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Portions are generous, with plenty of meat and vegetables.

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Amazing Basil & A Cup Of (Fremont) image 1

Space features lush green plants and spring flowers with a big bear swinging with a little bear as a focal point. Atmosphere feels warm and cozy yet can be super loud at times. Asian fusion menu offers generous portions blending Vietnamese, Indian, and Japanese influences.

Soups here feature Laksa Noodle Soup with addictive flavors and a tomato crab soup that blends crab and tomato with vermicelli noodles and ham. The boat noodle soup offers thin rice noodles, seafood, and a tasty sauce.

Offers a friendly atmosphere for lunch or dinner with others. Food receives consistent positive feedback during group meals.

People are saying

"The laksa noodle soup broth was creamy and flavorful."

"The Date Spots here have generous portions of delicious SEA-fusion dishes."

"This lunch spot has a wide selection of SEA-fusion dishes."

Good to know

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Parking can be challenging on weekends due to nearby shops.

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An 18% service fee is automatically added for groups of six or more.

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Customers must use their phones to place orders as there are no hard menus.

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