Yamatame Shokudo

Located in central Wakayama City, Yamatame Shokudo is a restaurant serving chuka soba and set meals. Founded in 1953, this long-established spot has been loved by locals for many years. With its homey atmosphere, it's an easy place to stop by for an everyday meal.

Its signature dish is chuka soba, known as Wakayama ramen. Preparation is limited to 100 to 150 servings a day, and this popular restaurant may close in the afternoon once the soup sells out. The rich pork bone and soy sauce broth is full of flavor, yet never feels too heavy. It pairs well with the thick noodles and makes for a satisfying bowl. The chashu spreads rich pork flavor with every bite, adding to the overall satisfaction. If you prefer, you can switch to thin noodles. Quite a few regulars also order white rice with their chuka soba. The menu also includes options like yakiniku set meals and tonkatsu set meals, making it a good choice if you want a filling meal.

The restaurant has 27 seats in total, including 3 counter seats and 4 tables for 4 people. The layout makes it easy to visit whether you're dining alone or with others. It's also conveniently located, about a 15-minute walk from Wakayama Castle, so it's easy to stop by while sightseeing.