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Google
9.8
Based on 1810 reviews
MediterraneanBoston$$
CAVA
Let me be honest about what this is: a walk-the-line bowl shop on Boylston, not a room you linger in.
date night
1810 reviews
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Sugidama Soba & Izakaya
Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is one of the best japanese restaurants in Boston for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Somerville.
Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is the kind of japanese room in Somerville you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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Rating (Google) 9.0
956 reviews
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9.0
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Based on 956 reviews
Best for
date night
Price and pace
Moderate spend
Neighborhood
Somerville · 234 Elm St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA
Price
Moderate spend
Google rating
9.0 from 956 reviews
Address
Somerville | 234 Elm St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA
Why go
What makes Sugidama Soba & Izakaya worth the move
Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is an easy yes in Somerville when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 956 Google reviews.
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9.0 from 956 Google reviews
Best for
date night
Style
Japanese in Somerville
Spend
Moderate spend
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Google rating: 9.0 from 956 reviews
Price point: $$
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Quick details
- Address
- 234 Elm St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA
- Price
- $$
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 9.0 (956 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Japanese
- Neighborhood
- Somerville
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Sugidama Soba & Izakaya serve?
Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is a Japanese restaurant located in Somerville, Boston. Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is the kind of japanese room in Somerville you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
What is Sugidama Soba & Izakaya best for?
Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is best for date night. Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is an easy yes in Somerville when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 956 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Sugidama Soba & Izakaya?
Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is in the Moderate spend price range ($$). Google rating: 9.0 from 956 reviews
Is Sugidama Soba & Izakaya worth visiting?
Sugidama Soba & Izakaya holds a 9.0 Google rating from 956 reviews. Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is an easy yes in Somerville when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 956 Google reviews.
Where is Sugidama Soba & Izakaya located?
Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is located at 234 Elm St, Somerville, MA 02144, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Is Sugidama Soba & Izakaya good for a date night?
Yes — Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is tagged for date night dining. Sugidama Soba & Izakaya is an easy yes in Somerville when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 956 Google reviews.
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