Services & amenities
301
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Yes
- Beer
- Yes
- Cocktails
- Yes
Customer reviews
5
4
3
2
1
Review topics
- gyozas 7
- broth 6
- price 6
- cocktails 4
- spicy tonkotsu ramen 3
- atmosphere 3
- pate 2
- gluten free 2
- vegan 2
- chilli oil 2
Available reviews: 15
I saw the hype online about Shobu and it exceeded expectations in every way. Every single dish we ate had an incredible depth & richness leaving me wanting more even when I was so full! The Service was great, highly recommend and make sure to get there early!
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 1
Fantastic, authentic, delicious! Absolutely delightful restaurant, very well themed. Food is delicious, and super flavourful. Staff where 10/10, service was quick and made you feel at home! We did have to pay via a bank transfer, which was all little awkward. However, as it is the first week of opening, that can be overlooked as a small issue to iron out. As im sure it will be!!! 👌
- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Price per person
- £30–40
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
I’ve tasted many good ramen restaurants, but with this one I’m in tears. What an amazing food and incredible service. If someday I’m back to Nottingham, this is a must to come back again.
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
More reviews+12
Had an opportunity to visit during the soft opening time. Excellent food quality and very friendly staff. Maintained the high standard and atmosphere from previous HeyChili. Definitely would recommend this place 🌟
- Wait time
- Up to 10 min
- Group size
- 2 people
- Noise level
- Quiet, easy to talk
- Parking options
- Parking is unavailable
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
The food was superb! We will definitely come back. Great vegan options as well. The staff is super friendly!
- Reservation
- Walk-ins only
- Price per person
- £20–30
The soup base is rich and flavorful, and the ramen is cooked to perfection. The pork is incredibly tender, melting in my mouth with every bite. I absolutely loved it - it instantly lifted my mood with a burst of happiness
- Meal type
- Lunch
- Price per person
- £10–20
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
We were a party of 7, sitting in one of their 3 large tables. Good atmosphere and modern look. Friendly and welcoming staff. I ordered a ramen and a tapas dish. The noodle hardness is just right for me. Overall they were delicious. Although it seemed a little pricy for me but it was worth it.
- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Wait time
- 10-30 min
- Price per person
- £20–30
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Gyoza tasted fresh and home made. Served with a sweet mayonnaise mousse. Ramen broth was excellent, and the pork expertly glazed. Cocktails and Sake well done too. Overall I’d resend.
The food was really authentic, the service was good and I enjoyed the house sake. The whole experience reminded me of the Isakias in Japan, loved it.
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Group size
- 1 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 people
- Special events
- No special event
- Price per person
- £20–30
- Vegetarian offerings
- Vegetarian menu or section, Clearly labeled vegetarian dishes
- Recommendation for vegetarians
- Highly recommend
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 4
Super excited to try Shobu when I heard about it opening. It did not disappoint! The food was absolutely delicious and the restaurant had a great atmosphere. Highly recommend for those eager to try Japanese food in Notts!
- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Price per person
- £10–20
- Recommended dishes
- Garlic Tonkotsu Paitan Ramen
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Outstanding food, friendly service and nice decor. Cocktails were also very good. Brilliant.
- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Parking space
- Somewhat difficult to find parking
- Price per person
- £20–30
- Recommendation for vegetarians
- Somewhat recommend
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Easily the best Ramen and Japanese restaurant in Nottingham, amazing food, great service and an authentic atmosphere. Get there early for lunch!!
- Service
- Dine in
- Wait time
- No wait
- Noise level
- Quiet, easy to talk
- Price per person
- £40–50
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
The broth in the ramen was incredible, unfortunately can’t remember the exact name but it was one of the garlic ones. Fried gyozas were delicious too, deffo try this place out!
- Reservation
- Walk-ins only
- Seating type
- Indoor dining area, Counter seating
- Price per person
- £10–20
- Vegetarian offerings
- Clearly labeled vegetarian dishes
- Recommendation for vegetarians
- Highly recommend
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Incredible ramen. The creamiest ramen broth I have ever had. Homemade noodle and the beef brisket is cooked to perfection. Staff were very lovely and very happy to hear we enjoyed our meal. Highly recommend.
- Service
- Dine in
- Meal type
- Dinner
- Group size
- Suitable for all group sizes
- Price per person
- £10–20
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
The food here was excellent, the peach cocktail was delicious and the staff were really friendly. The only criticism I have is that chilli oil should not be £1.50 to add to ramen! That is crazy pricing. Also, I would recommend always giving a glass alongside a bottled beer. We had a really great meal out here and will definitely return
- Wait time
- No wait
- Group size
- 2 people
- Price per person
- £10–20
- Food
- 5
- Service
- 5
- Atmosphere
- 5
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 17:00–21:00
- Wednesday
- 12:00–15:30, 17:00–21:00
- Thursday
- 12:00–15:30, 17:00–21:00
- Friday
- 12:00–15:30, 17:00–21:00
- Saturday
- 12:00–15:30, 17:00–22:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Updated by others 10 weeks ago
Find us
Nottingham
39 Friar Ln, Nottingham NG1 6DD, United KingdomShobuNottinghamGet directions
Location details
- street
- 39 Friar Ln
- postalCode
- NG1 6DD
- plusCode
- XR2X+P4 Nottingham, United Kingdom