What should I order at Shoya?
Shoya
Onomichi Ramen
Highly praised for its unique soy sauce based broth that is clean, savory, and balanced with umami without being oily or heavy. Multiple reviews highlighted the tender pork slices (chashu), perfectly cooked noodles, and the flavorful broth making it the best Onomichi ramen experienced by many reviewers.
Ramen Egg
Frequently recommended as a must-try addition to the ramen. Reviewers described the egg as perfectly cooked with a runny inside, calling it the best ramen egg they've ever eaten, which enhances the overall ramen experience.
Fried Rice
Mentioned repeatedly as a delicious side dish that complements the ramen well. It is noted for being perfectly cooked with good Maillard reactions, light in taste despite typical pork lard topping, and especially tasty and creamy when topped with a raw egg.
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
About Shoya
Shoya is a ramen restaurant and Chinese noodle restaurant in Onomichi, Hiroshima, known for Onomichi ramen with a soy-based broth and pork back fat. Reviewers consistently praise the savory soup, firm noodles, tender pork, and the fast, friendly counter service. It is a lunch-friendly spot with counter seating, cash-only payment, and a price range of ¥1,000–2,000. Many reviews also mention fried rice as a strong side dish and note that the shop can get busy at lunch.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Lunch
- Counter service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Tourists
Payments
- Cash-only
Parking
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked questions
What is Shoya known for?
Shoya is best known for Onomichi ramen, especially the shoyu-based broth with pork back fat that gives it a rich but not overly heavy flavor. Reviewers repeatedly praise the clean savory soup, firm noodles, and tender pork, and many say it is one of the best bowls of ramen they had in Onomichi.
What should I know about wait times and ordering at Shoya?
At lunch, especially on weekends, there can be a line out the door and one review reported a 45-minute wait for food. Ordering is done with a ticket machine at the entrance, and service is usually very quick once a seat opens at the counter.
Is parking available at Shoya?
Yes. Paid parking lot is available.
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