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    Marugame Udon

    4.3 (2.3k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Regular sized nikutama udon with shrimp and tamago yaki tempura! Calamansi ade for the drink
    Riza L.

    Udon noodles were delicious and had a good amount of bounce! Tempura was crispy and service was amazing!! Price is also unbeatable for the quality and amount of food!

    Outside 5/31/26
    Anna L.

    It's been awhile since we ate at this location and Marugame Udon itself. We were in the area and decided to eat lunch here. FOOD: I was excited to find out they now offer rice bowls because they didn't had one before. I tried their "Cheese Katsu Tomatama Rice Bowl" - it was good but not the best, I'm not sure what kind of sauce it came in but it was mixed in the rice, the portion was big for me so I ended up taking home half of it. We also tried #2 "Bolognese" regular size which is from their new item - it was okay, I can't explain the flavors in it if its too sweet or salty or oily but it's definitely not my type of food. I wish I opted for #1 Nikutama Bowl. We also got the #10 "Kake" regular which is a classic udon. It still taste the same as when we used to eat here many years ago. We also got 6pcs of shrimp tempura on the side and 1 sweet potato croquette. SERVICE: It was fast since it's like a cafeteria style - once you enter you tell the server the food you like and then they make it right in front of you and place it in a tray then give it to you, and pay at the end. I just didn't like the girl that served us, she was like shouting when she asked us on what size of the food we order, I wanted to like say to her "I can hear you and no need to raise your voice" she looked like she is pissed or something because we couldn't decide what to eat and she's probably being impatient - she needs retraining on customer service. AMBIENCE: It's still exactly the same as when we last ate here back on 2018 or 2019. Lots of tables aand seats and great for big group, they still have a few outside table as well. PARKING: As usual the parking is hard - street parking is the only option and you must be patient to look for a spot or willing to walk far or like for us, we went to this public parking and paid $10.

    Kake
    Elly P.

    Food: - Freshly made udon at a good price! - Kake udon: Light broth with udon noodles - Nikutama: broth is more of a dipping sauce, with stronger saltier flavors, beef is tender but a little fatty; poached egg is delicious, udon noodles have QQ texture and bounce Ambiance: - plenty of seating inside and outside the restaurant - cafeteria style: order udon at the counter and walk through the line to pick up any tempura then finish at the cashier

    Regular beef udon
    Melinda C.

    I've been to this location 15-20 times over the past 7 years, and it has always been a consistent spot for a quick meal. However, during my most recent visit in April 2026 the regular portion size has become so much smaller, for the same price. Basically the size of my hand and I have small hands (see photo)! I remember the bowls being bigger, and I'd never think about ordering a large size because the regular was plenty for me, but now the udon portion is barely enough to make me feel full. A bit disappointing and honestly makes me less enticed to go back.

    Morgan S.

    YUM YUM YUM! I absolutely love this place and the simplicity of it. You order your noodles at the counter and slide down to get other add ons and lay at the end counter - simple! There is typically a line but it goes quick and it's well worth it. The noodles are so fresh and flavorful. The tempura shrimp and veggies are delish. This past trip, I simply got a plain udon noodle bowl and a side of veggies and I really enjoyed it. All the food here is great, you can't go wrong! There are plenty of seats inside and a good amount outside as well. The staff is friendly and helpful. It's a must when I'm in the area.

    Harrison W.

    Originally I was not a big fan of Udon. It grew on me after I had it for a couple times. Ordered classic dashi udon with beef and piece of egg. Udon was fresh and meat was tender. I went there on off peak hour so not a lot of people there. Plenty of tables and clean inside.

    Nikutama udon
    Cody P.

    Although I am DEVASTATED that the fish cake tempura is no longer available, Marugame Udon remains a solid choice for a comfort meal. I used to come here a lot during my college days, and the line would be out the door. However, on this Monday night, I was able to waltz right in. Ambiance is casual and quick. In addition to udon, they also have other options such as tendon and curry, but I've only ever gotten the nikutama udon. A regular size is enough for me because I always go overboard with the tempura. After you order your bowl of udon (or whatever you got), the tempura are laid out for you to grab. Be careful, although each piece is only around $2, they stack up quick if you have hungry eyes (like me). My favorite piece used to be the fish cake tempura, but it's no longer there. I live down in OC, so I would usually go to the South Coast Plaza location, which also didn't have it. I thought that the Sawtelle location might still have it, but the girl at the front said they discontinued it over the summer (so sad!) please please please bring it back. But aside from that, the imitation crab tempura was very good and similar. The taste is the same as the fish cake, but the texture is different. Stringier instead of condensed and solid. My bowl with 4 pieces of tempura cost around $25. It'll be cheaper, obviously, if you don't take as much tempura. But in my opinion, the tempura is the best part. There's so many fun ways to eat it. On its own, it's slightly crisp. Dipping it in tempura sauce makes it a little sweet. And letting it soak in your udon broth gives you a satisfying, soggy, soup filled bite. The udon itself is decent. If you've never been, it's worth a visit, and even if you have, Marugame is a solid choice.

    Grace L.

    Delicious food. Quick service. Friendly staff. Reasonable price. Good ambiance. Worth revisiting.

    Michelle H.

    Favorite affordable delicious luxurious meal for college kids & working professional!! Real definition of good meal & happy tummy

    Beef tomatama curry udon
    Athena K.

    Casual cafeteria-style chain serving udon and tempura, perfect for larger groups with different tastes. 4/5 Beef tomatama curry udon (seasonal) - Not spicy at all! The thin beef slices, stewed tomato, and egg ribbons pair wonderfully with the fresh udon. Reminded me of Chinese tomato egg stir-fry. I usually skip the tempura as the regular bowls are a substantial meal, but I am a sucker for the shrimp and veggie tempura. Students can also receive 15% off with their ID.

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    Lauren S.

    Basically, the order process is that you tell them what number you want and then you grab tempura and other add-ons. 24, Beef, tomato, egg: 9/10 5, Creamy tonkatsu chashu: 7/10 (chashu tasted weird) in terms of quality 1. mitsuwa 2. marugame 3. yoshinoya in terms of seating/atmosphere: It was very clean and they had seating both indoors/outdoors. It felt very ambient and I liked the water/sauces station they provided.

    Menu
    Kristy H.

    Marugame is always solid, but I feel like the menu has changed a lot over time, and I miss the old tonkotsu udon. Nowadays, I think the $10 deal with kake or bk and tempura is more worth it than the other options. The line is also always long in Sawtelle, but it goes fast and there's always seating inside. For a parking hack, park at the Marshalls and get validated there for 24 hrs and walk over!

    Tony S.

    This place fascinates me. Consistent, casual yet delectable, reliable, and packed with value. I never thought I'd find myself here twice in one week with the whole family. I'm not the hugest udon fan, and I usually opt for rice dishes, especially the curry dishes, but when I do have an itch, this is one of the few places I'll go. Everything is made fresh to order, and I always marvel at how they can maintain high quality, yet keep the line moving. No matter how long the line gets (we come on Saturday afternoons), I've never had to wait more than 5-6 minutes to give my order. If you're a student (we have 2 in my family), bring your I.D., as they give a very meaningful discount.

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    Can you bring outside food and drink?

    You can sneak it in. There's also an patio seating area that you also eat at if you plan on bringing outside food.

    I don't see the uni udon people are mentioning. Do they still have that here?

    Nope. Haven't seen it offered in a long time.

    Do they take reservations?

    No reservations

    I'm allergic to peanuts - is there anything with peanuts in it?

    Do any of the broths contain MSG?

    Do you still take Bruincard?

    I believe they do. There is a sticker at the counter saying we accent bruin card

    Does the broth contain MSG? Are there vegan options? Thank you!

    Is there dairy in any of the food (butter/milk)?

    I don't think so unless your dish has some porched egg(onsen egg) in your udon. Good part is it's like the cafeteria style that you can request the staff members on site that you don't any of that. Udon noodles are home made and have no dairy food.

    Does the tempura batter have egg in it?

    Tempura batter is normally made with egg.

    I do not eat beef and pork, but chicken and seafood is fine. Do any of the udons chicken broth based?

    Some dashis are fish based but I'm not sure if theirs is. I think even their curry chicken udon is beef based. It is probably best if you call the restaurant and ask to be 100% sure! I wouldn't go off anyone else's opinion unless the restaurant… 

    What are the vegan options?

    They have a Japanese mountain vegetable udon that is vegan I believe, but I would confirm with them on the broth.

    Is outdoor dining open again?

    Yes! They have two tables out front and a few more in the alleyway to the left of the restaurant.

    Are there any gluten free noodle options?

    Unfortunately, no. I believe the broth is made from soy sauce as well (as opposed to tamari).

    Is this location closed? They were closed last Saturday.

    They are remodeling and will reopen after Thanksgiving.

    What is the difference between the nikutama beef curry and the other beef curry udon?

    The curry nikutama udon is a curry based soup that has beef in it, and is topped with more beef and an onsen egg (poached egg). It is similar to the regular nikutama, only instead of the kake sauce base, it is curry. The curry beef udon is just the… 

    Do you have inaniwa noodle?

    No, the noodles made here are Sanuki style udon.

    Are you open tomorrow?

    Yes

    Open on Thanksgiving Day?

    Yes

    What sort of broth is it?

    Hi there Meghan! Thank you for your question. Our broth (Kake-dashi) is created each day by hand. We create the stock by using fish, such as Sardine, Mackerel, and Bonito. We also add Japanese Kelp and Soy Sauce to further balance the flavor. We… 

    Is the soup vegetarian for the original udon?

    Unfortunately not. I've asked and the only true vegetarian item on the main menu is the tofu salad.

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    Killer Noodle

    Killer Noodle

    3.9(1.7k reviews)
    0.0 miSawtelle
    $$

    SO UPSET WITH NEW MENU. I've been coming here for 5+ years and just recently discovered that the…read moremenu has changed. They've taken my beloved "downtown" style ramen off the menu. It was the most unique style of ramen with a vinegar-y and less peanut buttery flavor. Service and ambiance are always great here but what keeps me coming back is the downtown style. Also, my no soup ramen didn't come with rice like it has in the past. I'm extremely disappointed and will not be frequenting this place as much.

    Japanese take on Chinese dan dan noodles. I've heard really good things about Killer Noodle and it…read moredidn't disappoint. Although you need to come with an open mind on what to expect as the best thing on the menu here is not the traditional tonkotsu ramen but rather the dan dan noodles. Make sure you read through the ingredient list and pick what toppings you like. I'm personally not a very big fan of bean sprouts and honestly wish I had ordered my noodles without it. That said, it did add a nice crunchy texture to every bite. If you come during lunch hours, they have a lunch special which gives you a selection of two noodles, two toppings, and a drink for the same price as one ramen on the regular menu, which I thought was a pretty good deal. We came on a Monday and the restaurant was fairly busy although there was no line. It did take a while for our food to arrive so definitely be patient!

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    Sunny Blue - Miso beef and spicy salmon

    Sunny Blue

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $

    May 31, 2026 | Santa Monica | After arriving back from Catalina Island, friends, and I stopped at…read moreSunny Blue for dinner! My Bento Box included two rice balls of my choice, and I selected the edamame & Japanese pickles as my two sides! Spicy Salmon Omusubi | Delicious, filling, includes chili seasoning, & lightly spicy! I can handle the heat, so it depends on your spice tolerance! The rice ball is also topped with furikake seasoning & sesame seeds! Tuna Mayo Omusubi | Delicious, filling, includes albacore tuna, sliced cucumbers, chili seasoning & red onions! I opted for the spicy mayo, though you have another choice of wasabi sauce! Mainopoly Event | While at the event, I tried the Salmon Omusubi, which was quite memorable & ended up being one of my favorite dishes! Inside | Standing room only! You order food to go inside at the counter! Since it's a narrow space, people tend to wait outside or near the door! Customer Service | Friendly & helpful with the menu! Overall | Yes, please! Food is delicious here & I'm looking forward to returning and exploring more of the menu!

    No dine-in space, so enjoying the omusubi fresh meant eating at the pathway right in front of the…read morestore while people-watching on Main Street. Everything's made fresh to order but the waiting time was relatively decent. They did serve plenty of choices including for vegetarian options. We got their Spicy Salmon and Sunny Blue Curry. The first one was bit more tomato-ey flavor to my palate than spicy. The rice was perfectly cooked and moist coated in crunchy nori wrap. The salmon was pretty generous as well. I would recommend the latter more though as the curry flavor was so bold and delectable, well elevating the tender chicken.

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    Meizhou Dongpo Restaurant - Holiday Set Menu 599 (Pre Order Required)

    Meizhou Dongpo Restaurant

    3.5(1.4k reviews)
    1.9 miCentury City
    $$
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    Every dish we ordered at Meizhou Dongpo was packed with flavor and tasted like true comfort food…read more The fried rice was simple but incredibly well executed, with perfectly seasoned rice. The braised pork in brown sauce was rich, tender, and melted in my mouth. My favorite of the meal was definitely the garlic vermicelli shrimp. The shrimp were fresh and cooked perfectly, while the vermicelli soaked up all of the garlic sauce. It was easily the standout dish and something I would come back specifically to order again. The Kung Pao chicken was tender, and a good balance of savory, sweet, and tang. The restaurant isn't that big but it does have tables suitable for larger groups. This is a decent spot for lunch. The only thing is the dishes are a little more expensive compared to other restaurants. The staff were attentive, efficient, and made sure everything arrived promptly which I appreciated.

    The Peking duck is still the reason to come, but nearly everything around hasn't kept pace with the…read morecompetition. The space feels worn -- menus tattered, décor dated, the whole interior overdue for a refresh. For a restaurant positioning itself at the higher end of Chinese dining, Meizhou Dongpo is sleeping on the finer details. No complimentary tea service, and rather than offering a pot for the table, they serve individual tea by the mug -- a comically oversized Western mug at that. Chopsticks arrive without spoons, and when you ask for one, you get silverware instead of the porcelain you'd expect at Chinese restaurant. The Peking duck accoutrements came with a little plastic spoon on the tray. Small things, but they add up.The fried rice was a letdown too and looked nothing like the menu photo. Spots like Din Tai Fung and Lunasia Signature are operating at a different level and the gap shows. Meizhou Dongpo has the bones of a great Chinese restaurant. The duck alone proves it. But until they invest in the experience around the food, it's hard to recommend at this price point.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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