Suzie's Soba in Baltimore - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Food was delicious and the service was great! Highly recommend.

My daughter called ahead to make sure Suzie had a table and that we’re welcome. 10 minutes later in a cute and eccentric and eclectic restaurant we were welcomed by Suzie. She is quite the character but so warm, caring and opinionated. There is an extensive card but she prefers to suggest what you should eat 😂 so wie did. It was the best and freshest Korean food I have ever had. We all had the same dish 🤣

Subpar food, indifferent service, and a table cloth that looked like it hadn't been cleaned in several months - what's not to love?

Excellent food…sorry to see so few people

A beautiful, artful restaurant with fantastic food!

Good to know Suzie's hasn't changed in 20+ years. When this place was fairly new my family and I went in for dinner. We were the only ones in the restaurant, and there was only one person seemingly running the restaurant. Dinner was good. We paid, left a tip on the table, and left. We were just about to our car when the staff member chased us to the car screaming about how we hadn't left a tip. How dare we not leave a tip for all of their hard work. Keep in mind they left the restaurant unattended that entire time to yell at us on the sidewalk. Good thing the place was empty, I guess.) One of my parents then went in, walked straight back to the table, showed them the tip, and put it right back in their pocket. I remember vividly that family member telling them that their abusive behavior earned them NO tip, a report, and customers that would never return. ... We've never been back. Remember, as a customer, if a situation makes you uncomfortable, please leave! Don't keep yourself in that situation for your own sake just to be polite or nice <3

I came here a few years back and it was one of the poorest experiences I’ve had in a while. To start, I chose this place because I was craving soba noodles and this was one of the few places nearby that offered that. My partner and I went here for a date, but it turned terrible when the owner found out my partner was the same nationality as her but i wasn’t. She proceeded to talk to my partner in her native tongue cussing out my partner for dating someone who wasn’t the same nationality and then said in english “they (my partner) shouldn’t be dating you (me).” I was shocked and my partner was extremely upset. We still ordered food out of courtesy, especially for being the only customers there, but that was another mistake. When I ordered the soba, the owner yelled at me, saying I should be ordering something different that’s more expensive. However, I came here specifically for soba so I told her was going to stick with my choice. She stubbornly left and made the noodles, which were okay (6/10) and my partner ordered a rice dish, which they rated a 5/10. By the end of the meal, my partner and I were going to split the bill, but the owner refused to allow that and said that my partner should treat me. She suddenly called me “docile” and proceeded to use that as a reason for why my partner should pay for the both of us. I don’t understand the rationale behind the payment interaction, nor the word she described me as, but all I know is this restaurant is terrible and it’s not worth the food or price.

We had such a fun dinner at Suzy’s place tonight. The decor is eclectic and artsy, and Suzy made dining an enjoyable experience. She’s sassy, and funny, and she truly cares about spending time with each diner and getting to know them. We’ll be back for the conversation, the atmosphere, and the spicy dishes!

Call ahead to schedule your dinner and have an experience you’ll never forget. Once you get beyond what some perceive as bluntness or rudeness, you’ll discover an independent, loving, creative woman whose passion for life comes through in the dishes served.

The new fave place of my family and me!!! Amazing food, delightful place, and…Suzie!!! She herself is worth the trip!!

I’m still in shock of how we were treated by the owner. We ended up leaving her restaurant when her comments became too absurdly uncomfortable. We should have known better when we walked in with an empty restaurant when other restaurants we passed by were quite packed. How she behaved was not okay and can not be justified by any means. Nobody should be treated like that, despite whether you are a customer. I guess you can try her food if you don’t mind being immersed in rudeness and madness. I won’t go back and I can’t recommend this place to anyone. I highly recommend to stay away from this place, just as the owner suggested to us.

Such a cute little place for lunch! The Bi Bim Bahp was so delicious, lots of vegetables and the gochujang on the rice was such a nice touch! The beef was tender and seasoned perfectly. The owner is SO sweet and is very interactive with the customers! Highly reccomend if you’re looking for a cute spot for some great conversation!! 🩷

111/100 Suzie and her creation here are grand in every sense. From the space to the decor to the food to the service and people behind the work. Great ownership and real as they come It’s more than just noodles here it’s a whole ambiance on a plate. Great selection and variety. She told me not to review her but she deserves it 🤣 but I will listen and support by returning The Chap Cheh was so flavorful and included mushrooms. didn’t disappoint. The Umeboshi (green plum) tea was so tasty (plums included) Jumbo Lump Crab dumpling were so whole

I was having an awful day when I wandered in. The decorations and lighting were charming and welcoming. The chef made excellent suggestions, and hummed while she worked. It was like staying home sick with your mother or your favorite aunt. I ordered the Oriental Chicken Soba and even though I had never had it before, it was exactly what I needed in that moment. I needed some comfort food and it was right on time. I highly recommend.

Absolutely incredible flavors, Suzie is a real charmer, and the meal couldn't possibly be any better. Call ahead to see if she's open, especially for a big group!

One of the best dining experiences of my life. The food was incredible and Suzie made us feel like she genuinely cared about our experience and clearly cares about her food.

Brace yourself for encountering the meanest old woman you ever did meet when you walk through that door. When we first walked in we just figured, maybe she was flustered and in the middle of something. But no, she was nasty the entire time we were there. I wish we had left after being seated, but my partner really wanted to try the food. So we held out. The food was mediocre. Did not enjoy this place one bit.

It was a rainy day and me and my daughter stepped into Suzie's Soba for a warm late lunch. Our umbrella was dripping so I politely asked an elderly lady (was it Suzie?) where I could put our umbrella and she said just at the door. So, I placed the umbrella standing by the door and she came and yelled at us "MOVE!", as she wanted the umbrella an inch from where I had it standing. She yelled at us so loud that my daughter almost jumped out of her skin. We should've walked out of there at that point and whatever possessed us to go inside and continue patronizing this restaurant is a bit of a mystery to me. In other words, we had a bad time and felt we had to rush ordering because we couldn't ask too many questions, in fear of being yelled at again. The lady had mood swings all throughout the meal, sometimes saying nice and sometimes just being cut and dry and just unpleasant. 2 stars for the high quality of the rice green tea. We both had chicken soba and a fried shumai appetizer and were just not enjoying anything because of the dire mood we were in. This is not a cheap place, $20 for one noodle dish and I would think that one should at least offer a pleasant experience, if at all. Another review was correct - "not for the faint of heart". Unfortunately, I don't see why I would have to deal with rudeness if i was the customer, irregardless. Never again, we will take our business elsewhere.

Eating at Suzie’s feels like eating at home. I can’t believe I’ve wasted time living in Hampden without visiting this place. Not only is the food amazing, but Suzie treats you like family. She chats with you, explains how to eat her food, and is clearly very proud of her cooking skills. I can’t wait to go back, explore more of the menu, and feel cozy in her space!

Excellent food, but know that this place is not for the faint of heart! Suzie serves sass and soba. And it's all amazing.

This place looks nice but the customer service was awful. I visited with a friend for dinner and we were the only ones in the restaurant. The lady that served us was rude, rushed us with our order, aggressively and loudly placed our items down on the table, and made our dumplings in the microwave where four dumplings cost $9. She also yelled at her vegetable delivery guy on the phone halfway through our meal very loudly telling him she's going to kill him and that something was wrong with him because he was late with a delivery. Then she tried to make up for the awkward environment by making off handed jokes, which made me cringe. Food was okay not great, Pad Thai is only slightly spicy due to jalapenos that are added. I won't be coming here again, we were rushing to leave because the entire encounter was so awkward and uncomfortable.

Such a sweet person!! I went in and was greeted with a smile. We talked while she cooked and even gave me fresh fruit from her family's farm!! The food was amazing as well!

The food was amazing and Suzie is lovely! Such a special place and experience.

Really awful experience -the chicken dumpling soup was salty and tasted like it was out of a can, the beef soup has wilted soybean sprouts and the pa jun that cost $25 was soggy. Never again. I don’t understand all the positive reviews.

Given the mixed reviews, I decided to FINALLY try Suzie’s. Unfortunately, I was completely underwhelmed. Mool Mandu had 2 good chicken dumplings and the rest were noodles that tasted like the plastic container. Unpalatable for $12. Eggplant Sautéed was a combination of salty and no salt. I had to trash the overly tangy eggplant along with the plastic soup. The only saving grace was the basic white rice.

Suzie's Soba is a hidden 💎. As you walk the strip, you may notice the beautifully colored exterior but once you enter, you are taken into a completely different world. From the atmosphere, to food, and service. You are brought into a friendly, loving experience. Don't expect to always get a table, so you must call ahead of you have a party coming in. Let the chef decide if you are brave like I was, and you won't be disappointed. 감사합니다 Suzie. 맛있게 먹었어요.

Suzie was an amazing host. Her hospitality oozed out in the most unexpected and pleasant way. Her food is amazing. It is authentic. She cooks with passion. The decor was inviting. We ate on the patio.

The real deal!!! Excellent food and a wonderful host

Worst restaurant I've ever been to in my life. The owner was extremely rude. She was upset I wasn't hungry and wanted something light. I placed an order and she didn't have it so I picked something else. She said it takes too long to make so I was forced to pick something simple... Steamed dumplings. She proceeds to microwave and dump them into a bamboo steamer basket without even bothering to stand them upright. I've had better pre-made dumplings at home.

PLEASE UPDATE HOURS OF OPERATION: I am from out of town so I went on Yelp to look up the best Thai Restaurants. This restaurant popped up and I was excited to try.I waited an hour and a half for the restaurant to open, walked in, only to be told the restaurant is closed…no other one explanation given.

Delicious noodles, beautiful decor and Suzie is so nice and friendly!

The owner screamed at me when I attempted to place my dinner order. She told me if I wanted tuna to go to the grocery store. There was only one other table there, on a busy Friday night in Hampden-major red flag. Stay far away. I HIGHLY suggest Mona’s Noodles.

The owner/cook knows her job. We had delicious dumplings, great seafood noodles and excellent beef. We don’t know the names of the dishes because we asked the owner to cook what she thought was good and we were very happy with her choices. The dumplings were perfect. The soft doe outside wrapped a perfect pork filling complemented by the perfect amount of ginger to cut the pork’s sweetness. My ice noodles had the perfect bite and the fish sauce, mostly based on excellent mussels, had the perfect amount of spiciness. The beef was sweet with enough saltiness rom the soy sauce to make it peasant throughout. We ate everything and we appreciated the quality of the ingredients.

Best hospitality, by far! Suzie works alone and she said, “it’s like I’m cooking in my house for family.” And that’s exactly how her food tastes. Can’t praise this place enough.

The owner was very rude and told us to keep the noise down when she and another table were louder than us. It was obvious she wasn’t being attentive or giving us any service. No wonder the tables were all empty on a Friday night.

Suzie is a freaking gem and I love her so much! Her food is delicious and authentic, and she's more than happy to talk to you about cooking or anything else in the world. Thanks to her my homemade kimchi isn't going to suck anymore!

Loved the noodles, quick service, and eclectic atmosphere of the restaurant… Suzie is a 5-star owner and made this a memorable meal for us. We can’t wait to return again soon… kamsahamnida 🙏🏽🍜

The best home cooked meal you’ll ever have! Suzie will make sure you enjoy your dinner by pointing you toward the best menu items. You can’t go wrong here though. The flavors are out of this world. From the minute you walk through the door, Suzie greets you, takes your order, and then walks into the kitchen and makes it all from scratch. This place is a one of a kind and so is Suzie!

The best noodles I’ve ever had in Baltimore! Suzie is a treasure and was a great host.

Great noodles and great company - Suzie is a character! She's full of travel tips and stories, and is just so funny. We had an awesome time and will definitely be back.

Wonderful food, lovely environment, allergy friendly, and the owner was wonderful

Enjoyed our food on a rainy day. The spice hit the spot!

High Quality food, and high quality. Even though Suzie runs the place on her own, she ensures everyone enjoys their time.

THE BEST FOOD AND CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER. Suzie knows how to run a restaurant

Incredibly delicious food, inviting and artful atmosphere, the owner is an Amazing woman and if you have the luck to hear her speak about her life well you’ll understand, I haven’t been to this restaurant in over 10 years and I am so glad I revisited. Will absolutely be coming back and getting takeout, don’t sleep on this place!!

I’ve never had more delicious noodles! Seriously blown away—the tuna sashimi was incredible and I’ll be back for more :)

I ordered the Chap Cheh noodles and my boyfriend got the Spicy Pork Tenderloin noodles. Both were absolutely delicious! The green ginger tea was zesty and sweet. Suzie is a great cook and has a sassy personality (which we loved), so make sure to take things she says in a lighthearted manner. We will definitely return.

I'm sure a lot of people find Suzie's bluntness charming and endearing but it's really not. At one point while we were there, she told the mother of a girl who had a severe peanut allergy to "worry about something else" when she asked for clarification about whether peanut oil was used in the cooking. I asked for a side of sauce for my dish and was flat out told "no". As far as the food, we both ordered the udon. I was expecting it to be a soup but it was more of a stir fry (this part was my fault for not reading clearly enough) and was extremely salty to the point of almost being inedible. Also, we both got the same dish, but my noodles were closer to soba. imo if there wasn't any udon left I would've preferred she said something because then I could've ordered something else. Like someone else said, if you do go here, order to go.

Delicious Asian fusion dinner, ordered online and punctually ready at the door. Excellent beef short ribs with root vegetables, kimchi, rice, tuna dumplings, a very tasty walnut and apple cake, all with complimentary sake with a cute ceramic cup and jug. It made a festive meal on a winter evening. Suzie has held for many years a good neighborhood restaurant with quality Asian food and a nice atmosphere.

We had a great take-out meal last week. The service was amazing the owner was so sweet. The teriyaki ginger salmon was so flavorful and perfectly matched with the seaweed salad. We also got the chicken dumplings in broth which was very tasty as well. Will definitely be going back and will take a picture for next review!

*I'm not sure if the owner's name is Suzie, but I'm going to call her Ms. Suzie.* Food - Crab Dumplings: Delicious. They came out steaming hot and Ms. Suzie told us to be careful not to burn our mouths. When she came back to get the empty plate that my girlfriend and I cleared in record time, I told her that the perfectly crispy exterior and the tender, real crab filling was worth burning my taste buds off. Overall 10/10. - Spinach and Shiitake Noodles: Beautiful. The soba noodles were perfectly cooked. Firm, yet tender enough to fall apart in your mouth and they soaked up the sauce perfectly. The sauce generously filled the plate and was perfectly seasoned. The mushroom selection was impressive with shiitakes and baby bellas (iirc). The spinach is always a great compliment to mushrooms; Ms. Suzie knows what she's doing. Overall 10/10 - Shabu-Shabu Beef: Immaculate. Broth was rich but not overbearing, perfectly seasoned. The noodles were perfectly cooked and were a great choice for the broth. The beef feels and tastes like she's worked on perfecting this dish for years. When the fillings of the dish ran low, Ms. Suzie brought us out a small dish of rice to help finish off the broth like an angel. Overall 10/10 - Summary: All of the dishes were fresh, well thought out, delicious and well portioned. 10/10 Atmosphere - Decor: Cute, quaint, picturesque and personal. We sat in the courtyard alone and really got to take in the art and plants. - Service: Ms. Suzie's got tremendous service skills and a great personality: warm, welcoming, funny as h*ll. She's great at conversation, too. Ms. Suzie took the #1 spot for the most hospitable experience in a restaurant that I've had by a landslide.

Such a cute and cozy place! The food is wonderful and Ms. Suzie is so funny. I'm definitely coming back!

My bestfriend and I found this place on Google. If you're walking by fast and not paying attention you will miss it. When you go inside you are greeted with warmth and good smelling good. The Owner is amazing. You can tell she puts her heart into her cooking. There is a beautiful back patio setting that looks amazing in the dusk. The owners personality is infectious but in a good way. Her food is was everything I hoped it would be in then some. Then the taste of it was delicious. The right amount of spices, not under seasoned and not over seasoned. My bestfriend and I are making it a point to come back once a month to this amazing restaurant.

Suzie, the chef and owner, is always eager to recommend a dish or accommodate a request. Oh! Did I mention the food is delicious? If you’re looking for a personable and unique dining experience, eat there ;-)

Suzie has the best food..all is made with much care..the food always tastes fabulous..I love this place!! Plus Suzie is fantastic!!

I got the dumpling soup. It was pretty good. The woman working was pretty rude. She asked me to keep my voice down when I was not being loud and I was the only person in the place, and she laughed at me when I asked if they had WiFi. Don't stay, get take out if you want the food.

Shabu shabu beef was proudly presented to us as "delicious" and it WAS. It's not spicy. The mool mandu is a kind of soup, also delicious but perfect for the less adventurous diner. Pork and wasabi shumai were perfectly cooked and had a light taste of wasabi. Interesting underwater decor. Cute place to eat!

WOW!!!!!!! Great food and Susie is so nice and funny👏👏👏👏

The freshest food and so delicious, usually cooked for you by Suzie herself. Beautiful and unique decor. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

The food is good and the portion size is very filling for each dish. Get something spicy. Suzie is as many other reviews will describe a character! If you are a thin skinned the customer is right no matter what type I would stay away.

Amazing place! Suzie is so nice and welcoming, and the food is incredible! Suzie recommended the ginger honey tea which was so delicious, and I adored the beef Shabu Shabu. We love this place and will go whenever in Baltimore, and Suzie is an inspiration! She clearly loves what she does and the atmosphere of the restaurant is so charming. Stop by soon!

Visited this place for the first time last night with my friend, and we loved it. The owner is wonderful, the food was amazing, and the decor is super cute and cool. I feel like this is a hidden gem that more people need to know about!

Absolutely wonderful Korean food! The owner/chef is pretty cool (definitely a character). I had a big seafood pancake (don't recall the name at the moment) that was awesome. Everything is fresh.

The tuna tartare and the pan fried soba with pork tenderloin were AMAZING. Suzie is incredible, she seems to run the whole show by herself! Don't be afraid to grab a bite here solo, Suzie will be more than happy to chat with you, she is super friendly (not in a bad way).

Really good food, at fairly reasonable prices. It is also worthy to note that the owner is a very fun and humorous character. Hint: you'll be well respected if you can eat with chopsticks. Had a really enjoyable time, and looking forward to going back soon.

So friendly, scrumptious food, great variety: only please less sugar in everything.

Food is delicious and the owner is really sassy

Suzie is the best and her food is to die for! :)

Delicious!!! Feels like you are a guest in her home. Can't wait to go again!

Me detuve mientras visitaba Hampden, y comí sopa y fideos soba. Todo era fresco y delicioso, y las raciones eran muy generosas. Suzie fue muy amable y estoy deseando que llegue mi próximo viaje.

If you find yourself in Hampden check out Suzies she is one of a kind. Lovely decor. I always get the Bip and Bop.

Cozy little soba restaurant with great atmosphere and a delicious menu. Suzie is hilarious and sweet. Great place for a date!

Dining here was an experience; a pleasurable one at that. The decor was eclectic but comfy. The food was a smidge overpriced, but fantastic. I haven't had that much flavor packed into a bowl of food in a long time. The best part of the visit was the hostess/waitress/chef. She was a great combination of hospitable and friendly while simultaneously being completely sarcastic and brisk. Totally enjoyed my meal and will definitely return if I'm ever in the city again.

A comfy, family style experience with delicious food and a quirky atmosphere. Highly recommended.

I am a little biased since Suzy herself is a friend of the family but this place is a great place for Soba and various other noodle dishes. Everything is cooked fresh and authentic and with enthusiasm. Just a tip, if you get something spicy ask for "American Boy Spicy". Suzy will get a kick out of that.

When we walked in on a Friday night the place was dead empty so I worried, but the food was great and our server was very attentive.

Fresh and delicious, Suzie's personal attention and good humor make this a perfect stop in Hampden.

The food here is home cooked gourmet and Susie is a spicy genius!

This was a very tasty dinner. We just moved top the area and are trying places in the avenue and glad we stopped here. I had the shabu shabu beef which started sweet and went savory and was very good. My husband the top pork dish which was savory and spicy and good as well. Give it a try!

Seafood champonng is incredible. Suzie is very funny!

Delicious food. The owners are very nice and accomidating. Will definitely be going back!

Friendly service and the best Pad Thai I've ever had!!

Best Korean food I have ever had

We went for lunch and we're alone the owner waited on us and could not have been nicer. She even changed my entre to the teriyaki salmon which was marvelous. It was a very fine meal.

Good food and a quiet atmosphere. Suzie remembers you if you're a regular. Very good service.

Always excellent. BYOB for alcohol. The ginger tea is the best.

One of the best meals I've ever had. Suzie was warm and friendly. I will be returning.

This is one of those places that has "character". The owner (and so far as I saw, the only employee) will talk back to you a bit and the atmosphere is solid. The food was great (as long as you stick to Korean fare, my friend ordered the smoked salmon dish and, while he liked it, I was not impressed) and is within standard pricing for the area ($12-$15 per plate + drinks).

The service was brusk and sarcastic, which added unique notes to the already earthy and eclectic ambiance. The food was quick, and hit all the right notes of a noodle bar with the feeling of a full service restaurant. The food was very good as long as you stick to Japanese and Korean. They failed the flavor mix required for good Thai dishes, but that is what one should expect for ordering Pad Thai at a Soba shop. Overall, very good. Great casual date spot.

Yummy. Good small noodle shop.

One of the best restaurants in Hamden

No puedo creer que sea tomado tantas años viviendo en Baltimore para comer de Suzie Soba. Bibimbap coreano me gusta y ella no decepciona. Los fideos son sabrosos y una persona de nuestro grupo tenía la mejillones y comimos cada último uno con entusiasmo! Volveré.

Wonderful little place with great food and kind staff. Very cozy, especially the outdoor seating.

Really delicious food and a nice feel- The owner is funny, she can come across as harsh but I think she's nice and helpful.

Only thing you need to try is the tuna noodle dish! $25 for dinner but totally worth every bite of it! It is out of this world! Probably the best tasting Asian noodle dish I've ever had. I plan to bring my husband back. Fair warning tho, the Asian woman that work behind the counter/host is not very nice. She's got a very alpha attitude and quick/coarse responses. The male server was a real sweetheart, so maybe you can ask for him when you eat. It'll make the visit more enjoyable!! Bon appetit!

An amazing restaurant! Miss Suzie is especially great and made wonderful small talk with my papa and I. The food is amazing and the outdoor patio is absolutely gorgeous. Will be returning!!

Duuuuude suzie is awesome and makes the best food, by far my favorite food in this life!!!

Suzie's Soba Noodles is a great place for lunch in Hampden. We recommend the bibimbap-- vegetables and fried egg over rice. Suzie has Korean and Japanese food. The place is whimsically decorated. Suzie has a sense of humor, be prepared for her comments. There is a outdoor garden which we didn't use (it was raining). I don't believe that Suzie has a website, so you'll have to come in and see for yourself the extent of her menu.

delicious light food with lots of fresh vegetables. there's unique decor in the dining room and on the patio but the ceiling in the women's restroom is especially pretty.

Had to get some takeout for dinner in a hurry. Their chap chae and pad Thai were quite good though the chicken in the pad Thai was a little tough. Portions were adequate without being humongous or too little. They squad it would take 20 minutes but it was done in half the time. Will definitely go back for a sit down meal.