Noodle spots may be all the rage, but few prepare such a memorable handmade version of the delicious soba as Chef Ryu Isobe. His brick-lined structure, marked by a bright yellow sign, certainly seems at odds with the ritzy locale, but rest easy as the interior design is chic to the core—imagine brick walls lined with gold-tinted patterns and an inviting open kitchen.The name is Japanese for "volcanic" and conveniently this soba-focused spot blows the lid off its competitors. Highlights include fried shishito peppers with a sweet miso dressing and edamame with a chili yuzu sauce and fried onions. All eyes are on the lei ramen, a spicy broth with their in-house made thin noodles and your choice pork, chicken or tofu.