Marugame Udon

4.0 (102 reviews)

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Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Marugame Udon - Nikutama Udon (CAD $11.99), Chicken Karaage (CAD $3.99), Squid Tempura (CAD $2.99), Kakiage (CAD $3.49) - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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24 days ago

There was a lot of hype around this place when it first opened and i passed by it many times. I decided to check it out for dinner, mostly to check it off my list of Japanese restaurants to try. As a transit user, It's conveniently located across the street from chinatown stadium skytrain station. I like that it opens a bit later until 10pm so i can go there after an evening movie at international village a 5 minute walk away. There was basically no queue to order so i was able to order as soon as i walked into the restaurant. I told the

...staff i was a first time customer and asked what was the most popular dish, and they said number 5 which is the nikutama udon. It comes with sweet beef, BK sauce, and onsen eggs on top of thick udon noodles. The braised sweet beef...

about 1 year ago

Their best selling item is Nikutama udon which is served with sweet flavoured beef. There is also a curry version. You have the choice of either hot or cold udon for certain items. Then you move on to the tempura section to choose...

liking. I selected spicy chicken tempura and pumpkin croquette. The level of spiciness was a 7 or 8 out of 10. The chicken was very tender and flavourful. The pumpkin croquette had a good amount of mash and it wasn't greasy at all. I would definitely try other tempura that I didn't try next time. They have a sorting area for you to return the trays and the utensils. Their location is right across the Stadium skytrain Beatty Street exit. Driving would be street meter parking. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The dinning area is spacious and bright. Great hangout place for friends and family. It's kids friendly as I saw family with their kids.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Check out their late night combo from 8pm to close for $9.99. Fri to Sat open until 11pm. Other days until 10pm.

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21 days ago

I ordered the regular beef udon, and you could really taste that the noodles were freshly made. A cool bonus: after you order your bowl, you get to pick out your own tempura items to add right into the soup. Definitely worth a stop!"

26 days ago

Japanese udon chain restaurant. Right across from the Stadium Skytrain station. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Medium sized space with simple modern decor.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There is the ordering area after you enter and the seating area to the left. You order at the first counter for the udon or rice bowls, which they'll assemble for you on the spot, or bring it to your table if they are waiting on udon noodles. Then you move left where you can self-serve the tempura items, and then pay at the cashier. Utensils, sauces, and water are off to a counter in the seat area, and there's a return area to bring back your empty bowls/trays. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not super busy when we got there on a weekend night, but filled

We got the beef udon with the classic soup, the beef rice bowl that has the runny egg, the chicken katsu curry udon, and a few tempura items. My favorite was definitely the curry udon, since the curry soup/sauce had more flavor. Out...

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26 days ago

Out of the fried items, the shrimp tempura is delicious, and the zucchini tempura has a nice sweetness to it. Udon noodles were pretty good, has a nice solid texture to them. Overall bill was $50ish for 3 people. And since this is...

about 1 year ago

Vancouver BC, June 22, 2025. Convenient to the Stadium-Chinatown metro, Marugame Udon is a terrific place to get a tasty, somewhat healthy, fast, and well-priced meal when you're on the go. My husband and I were slow to order at the counter as we were unfamiliar with some of the offerings, but we ultimately decided on (1) the #6, Curry Nikutama Udon (regular, CAD$13.99, about US$10.17), (2) the Chicken Katsu Curry Don, served over rice (also, $13.99, and (3) a Zucchini Tempura spear (CAD$1.99, about US$1.45). My husband enjoyed his bowl, which he described as tender sliced beef on top of a hot and savory homemade soup broth. My katsu curry had a chicken cutlet on top. Both were topped with fresh green onions. The zucchini tempura was tasty but could've used some salt. Both of us would've liked if our dishes included vegetables, but that may not be authentic or we may not have ordered the right dishes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is cafeteria style wherein you move with your tray along the front counter leading to the cash register.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff kept the line moving in an efficient manner in spite of the steady stream of patrons. At check-out, we were offered ice cream for only CAD$1 with each bowl purchase but we declined. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was clean, and has plentiful tables and chairs,

One tip: if you arrive after 8 pm through closing, you can get 2 shrimp tempura, a bowl,of regular kake udon, and a coke for only CAD$9.99. Finally, I learned later that Marugame Udon is a franchise so you may be able to get this...

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Brenda K.

We stumbled upon this place while looking for dinner, and it did not disappoint! I ordered the regular beef udon, and you could really taste that the noodles were freshly made. A cool bonus: after you order your bowl, you get to pick out your own tempura items to add right into the soup. Definitely worth a stop!"

Denise W.

Finally got to try Marugame Udon. This place is quite legit and they have really good Udon. They are located right across from the skytrain. Super convenient location. I got the beef udon and two tempera. As a tip get the daishi soy sauce to dip your tempera in. It is way better than the tempura sauce. The beef udon was very delicious and it comes with a good portion of beef in the udon. Everything is made upon ordering. The place is somewhat like food court style. You order and they make it in front of you and you head over to grab your tempura or sides and then you head off to the till to pay. It is a very efficient system. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is clean and has a good amount of seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I highly recommend coming here for lunch. They also have late night special for those partying out late and are hungry.

Anita Z.

I came here to try the new udon that comes with garlic butter and clam! The butter was really good and actually paired really well with the soup and noodles. I do think that the food is a bit salty here, but it's good value and service is very quick. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is one of the few places I've been to that does cafeteria-style dining, so it's great for a casual meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Herman E.

Not a fair comparison. What do I mean by that? I've been to the one in Honolulu eons ago multiple times. That is the one that set the bar of expectations for me. I went there for lunch and breackfast. Yes, breakfast. This one is the first outpost in Vancouver and I waited until the hype died down. That said, I also went to another similar knock off in Seattle. It's called U:Don - not a typo. U:Don. Look it up. It's in the University Area. Aside from all of that, this location in Vancouver lacks the crazy line up you would see in Honolulu. ***That, is the giveaway.*** The food turns over faster. The concept is the same. Cafeteria set up. Grab a tray and plates and get your food in the line up. Then pay. Then seat yourself. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I came on a quiet Saturday mid day. No lines, lots of seating[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. The udon texture was good. A bit of chew. Disappointment in the chicken karaage. It was not good. Definitely have had better. It was luke warm too. That pretty much sums up the rest of the food that you choose from under the heat lamps. Only the zucchini tempura was semi hot. Everything else was luke warm. The pumpkin squash coquette what the best of the lot in terms of taste. So how to rate? Likely the food will be better when there's a crowd. That way it turns over faster and is prepared on the spot, instead of sitting under a heat lamp. That's the trade off from waiting in line. Those are your options. Choose wisely and temper your expectatons. Pro tip. Park at International Village for free if you register and take a five min walk. Or take the train.

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Diana F.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Huge restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Quick to place and get your order cafeteria-style. Bus your own table afterwards. The udon and rice bowl I got looked almost identical and pretty much tasted the same. I would recommend the rice bowl with the beef and egg, as it was less salty than the udon bowl. I wished the udon broth was hotter. Seemed like it got cool pretty quick after I sat down, which was not great as it was super cold outside and I was hoping to get some warmth in me. As with most restaurants that sell tempura items, you and your clothes will leave smelling like food for the rest of the night and into the morning. Rewards program offered.

Tuyen H.

Yummy! The curry udon was very tasty along with the temperas and chicken karaage. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place has a cool setup. We walk in, similar to a cafeteria. We would grab a tray and order the types of udon we want. Then we would grab any additional temperas along the way. The at the end, we just pay for our food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staffs were very helpful and friendly. The udons were very rich in the curry flavor.

Evan C.

Just some quick updates and hints: - large bowl js probably too large for most people if you also get a whole bunch of tempura, you will be too full - there are two kinds of egg you can get to add on, onsen (poached), or the regular half soft boiled egg - there is also a tempura egg. It's not bad! - the tempura is quite good and quite filling too. - the tan tan comes with beef snd and an egg, but the other noodles are more basic - I got the Kitsune which comes with tofu skin, it's really good.

Jon L.

Came back again after some time and boy was i impressed. After watching a Xmas show at Queen E Theatre, felt hungry and cold as it was raining. Looking for a ramen place with some friends and i remembered marugame was just around the corner. More variety now and they provide free water. I had to try the chicken katsu curry and rice , and beef udon bowl, and shrimp and fish cake tempura, as well as the tempura egg. Food came quick and hot. Very hearty on a cold rainy night. The egg was runny when i took a bite . The tempuras were crispy. Udon was done right and al dente. Broth was flavourful. The chicken katsu curry tasted so good. The curry so rich and hearty. Even at regular size, i feel it was enough. Service was quick and they even have a sign saying if you want fresh tempura, just say so and they will fry up a new batch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Place was clean and bright. Tables were cleared quick as well as the tray recycling area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would repeat when in the area for sure

Greg T.

Tasty noodle soup that's affordable and fast. The experience is easy and streamlined. You line up, order, they pour broth into noodles, put it on a tray and slide down to the tempura area, choose tempura (or not), then pay and find yourself a seat. I like the regular #2 Beef Udon for a classic noodle soup. Also a fan of #10 Tan Tan Udon. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Casual place inside and turnover is high. You should have no trouble finding a table even when there's a huge line outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Udon noodles are made fresh in house. They're chewy and delicious. You can watch them making noodles while you're waiting in line, and you can see all the bags of imported flour. There's a paid parking lot down the block, but this is more convenient coming from the Skytrain or before a Canucks game etc.

Manola Y.

Food: The udon is really good, and the quality is pretty reliable! I've had the entire menu and you can't really go wrong, it really just depends on your mood. It does remind me of the udon I've had Japan. They could be a little more generous on the green onions, but that's just my personal preference! Service: [[HIGHLIGHT]]It kind of feels like a cafeteria, and like I previously mentioned it's similar to what I've had in Japan.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's really quick and efficient which is nice. Ambiance: [[HIGHLIGHT]]Casual, and clean as well. Not too loud.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]But definitely better than a fast food place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] For this kind of place, it's as good as it gets. 4 stars - extremely solid and reliable place, it's just not a 5 stars for me because it doesn't blow my mind or anything.

Regular Nikutama udon warm, large Chicken katsu curry udon

Emily Y.

Marugame is a great place for a quick and affordable bite. It's a cafeteria style restaurant where you'll be able to pick your own tempera. The service is quick and the employees are all friendly. This place is affordable but also can get expensive depending on how many different types of tempera you get. The tempera ranges in price from $1.99 - $4 (I believe). The udon itself is affordable as the basic one is only $6.49 by itself! Their handmade udon has the perfect chew and is such a comfort meal. I got the regular size udon and it definitely is filling especially if you get some tempera on the side as well. There's a water station where you can get some sauce on the side as well to dip your tempera.

Iris M.

Conveniently located by Stadium Chinatown skytrain station. Taste was good but everything was lukewarm or cold - not ideal when you want to enjoy a bowl of noodle soup on a cold winter night. Reasonably priced.

Kathryn W.

If you're looking for a quick and affordable meal around downtown, I recommend Marugame Udon. Although not as good as its Honolulu location, I am still grateful to have it in Vancouver. There is ample seating and the service is quick making it a great lunch spot or pre event meal. I ate here when it first opened and again when it was less busy. I think it has gotten better since opening.

Udon with beef and BK base. One piece of hot chicken.

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Ellen N.

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2 years ago

Ah, the taste of Honolulu is here in Vancouver. The udons are excellent. Service is quick and courteous. Price is reasonable. Location is big and roomy. Highly recommend. read more

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Brenda S.

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2 years ago

I don't really know how words can describe this but it is just too darn delicious. I ordered the curry egg udon and let me just say, it was absolutely worth the drive. Family and I love going to Marugame in Hawaii so when we heard that they opened a Vancouver location, we were totally on board with driving just for this. The noodles were chewy, curry was semi thick and most of all, the price is worth it! I had also ordered 2 shrimp tempura and a mushroom tempura. Total was under $25 CAD. let me tell ya... the shrimp tempura is about $3.99 in Hawaii. So when I saw that the shrimp was $1.99 CAD, I had to grab as many as possible(only 2 because I cannot eat that much). The shrimp was just placed in that heater where you can pick out the tempuras. Overall, worth the drive and the price! You're also not going to be disappointed. read more

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Gaby A.

1 year ago

It's soooo good!!! Love this place. Currently obsessed with the Tan Tan Udon and really hope that it becomes a regular item on their menu. read more

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Wilson L.

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I really enjoyed the udon and the tempura here. I love that they finally opened a Marugame Udon in Vancouver and it did not disappoint. I highly recommend checking this spot out. read more

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Miriam C.

Elite 25

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2 years ago

Went during Friday lunch (12pm) and waited for about 20 minutes. The restaurant set up is kinda like a food court. You order over the counter and sit at any open table. First you choose which udon base you like. The price ranges from $6.49 for plain udon to $13.49 for curry katsu udon. There are photos on the menu so it's easy to choose which one you want. Once you've selected an udon, you move forward in line to choose the add-on tempuras you'd like. Prices can be reasonable depending on what you add on. I ordered the Nikutama udon with zucchini, squid, and potato croquette tempura. Udon was bouncy and not too soft, beef and egg were also made perfectly. Squid tempura stood out the most to me. Great place for a quick lunch! read more

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Teri N.

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Felt like I was at home in Honolulu!! I ordered the same thing I always did... curry udon and it did NOT disappoint!!! Even ordered one for the rod to take home!! Love this place!! Will be back for sure!! read more

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Jolie J.

1 year ago

Food was great and very fast, a little dirty at the tables but understandable since they were busy.

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Isabel C.

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(3.5/5)!! I've heard of this place many times especially knowing its famous reputation in Hawaii - so of course I had to try it! My cousins were in town from Calgary and so we decided to check it out on a weekday during opening. It was not busy at all and we quickly ran through the food court style serving counter and then passed through the self serve choice of karaage and tempura. I opted for the Nikutama udon and picked up some tempura as a side. The portion size is quite small - Perfect for the first meal of the day but may be considered too little for some bigger eaters out there. (my dad found the noodle portion small and kept stealing from me lol) The udon noodles were chewy and delicious as expected since they were hand made and the broth was sweet and umami. However, I couldn't really find anything particularly amazing about the food so much that there was a raging line up during the opening days. I would definitely only return if I was in the area and so happened to be craving for some udon. There is decent seating available and large windows with lots of light coming in so nice ambiance I would say for a casual bite. read more

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Wilson L.

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Very delicious! Love the broth and yummy udon ! Must try Nikutama udon and their tempura read more

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Steve Y.

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2 years ago

A few blocks from Gastown! Food court style eating. Line up to purchase and choose your food, get served, pay, grab utensils and napkins, find a seat, eat then bring your tray to the trash. Fast and simple! Great for lunch! Must try! Yummy tasting broth and noodles. Tempura and veggies that are deep fried are additional cost. read more

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Becky L.

2 years ago

Went to try this place at 2pm on Tuesday to avoid the long line up. Udon is good, especially the cold udon, it's chewy that I like. Tempura is okay, but I would prefer more crispy style. Chicken karaage is good deal, $4 for a small bowl. Service is good, she offered to make a fresh zucchini for me since it ran out on the tray. It was ready in 5 mins. read more

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El Rey R.

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Small size than Hawaii. Ask extra udon portion will be good for adults. You must make ur mind, once paid u won't able get more. Ask to cook longer the udon, which is nice. Not like in Hawaii chewy No beef day, that's down side of the day. Overall is not bad, fast paste. Fast flow eats. read more

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Mei R.

2 years ago

After hearing all the hype & lineups for this restaurant, we've finally decided to check it out. We went there on a weekday for a late lunch around 2:00pm & to our surprise, there was no lineup!! First impression of the space is that it's a typical cafeteria style restaurant. As the menu is limited, the service was very quick. The main attraction was the udon and we all agreed the noodles were very chewy and tasty. Just wished the tempura were hotter instead of lukewarm. read more

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Kay J.

2 years ago

Efficient set up and serving style - the menu was easy to digest and easy to choose from. The udon was made fresh on site and it was delicious. Overall, impressed with the food. read more

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Ed W.

2 years ago

Dropped in mid week just after the door opened at 11am and there was already a bit of traffic, I'm assuming people wanted to get there before the main lunch hour crowd materialized. I ordered the kake udon and a couple sides of tempura. I like my soup base to be generally hot and this was tepid at best, the udon itself was fine. The shrimp and squid tempura were prepared ahead of time and you just add it to your order as you check out, I didn't expect them to be hot because they were sitting under a heat lamp, the squid was very tender and tasty. You line up, pick your udon, sides and your drink, kind of like an assembly process as everything is prepared in front of you and then pay for your total order before you find and table to sit down read more

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Laura L.

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2 years ago

Decent. I've visited here twice and didn't know really what to expect. Both times i visited were not normal "meal times" and the lineup was about 15mins max. The Udon is very tasty but the portions are quite small (many have told me it's cheaper in Vancouver than in Hawaii, but in Hawaii the portions are much larger). The tempura is hit/miss. I've seen soggy vegetables and just old deep fried items in the self service area. Perhaps my non peak visits mean the tempura is less fresh?!?! The restaurant itself is like a cafeteria style. You seat yourself and you bring your tray to the garbage disposal at the end of your meal. Price was pretty affordable. read more

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Garrett W.

2 years ago

Damn! Where has this place been all my life. I'm so glad I stopped here for dinner and went early! We got there accidentally at 5:00 and the line was not too bad. But when we were still eating at 5:30 the line just started growing and never let up. So worth it. The house made udon were tasty with a nice bite and chew. I got the curry and the broth was perfect. My tempura picks were shrimp, pumpkin croquette, karage, and asparagus. All of it was very tasty and not oily. My daughter got the tempura egg and she said it was amazing and jammy. The price is super reasonable. We're traveling to Berkeley CA later in the year and can't wait to go to that location. I hope it's as good as this one in BC. read more

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Sharon L.

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2 years ago

Marugame Udon finally opened its first branch in Vancouver! This is one of my favorite udon growing up. I'm very privileged that we had this in Hong Kong since forever. Theres one like 6mins away from my childhood home, even on my most recent trip home, I almost went twice a week. I knew there will be a lot of people going to the Vancouver branch, so I went there 10mins before their opening but the line was already really long. Luckily we didn't wait in line for too long. Inside you are able to see the full process of udon making! I ordered my usual; which is the Nikutama Udon aka beef udon with onsen egg. Just like every Marugame Udon, theres a self-serve tempura bar. However compare to other locations they have a smaller variety. I got myself a squid tempura, kakiage and the chicken karaage. I think the udon and the broth are pretty much what I expected from this brand, but in comparison to Asia the beef here has more of a gamey flavor. I was very disappointed with the tempuras, they were all very soggy and creasy. Honestly I'm very happy Marugame is in Vancouver, but at the moment I think the Asian (+Hawaii) locations are better. I hope after a little time the quality at this location will improve! read more

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Joan L.

2 years ago

Delicious! The menu is simple: pick your udon, pick your tempura or toppings, pay, find a seat with cafeteria style seating. The squid and onion tempuras were particularly good. There is no place to put your jacket or handbag unless you are seated on a bench against the wall. Also disappointed that the ladies bathroom stall is also missing a hook. Had to balance everything against my chest the whole time. But otherwise the food was really good. Waiting time was 50 minutes at 11:30 am this Saturday (lineup stretched to the stairs), but I would come again nevertheless. read more

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Tim F.

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2 years ago

Overall decent udon at a reasonable price. The place is fairly large so it's easy to get a seat even when there's a big line. Service seemed a tad slow despite only the noodles needed to be cooked to order. Also no free water at self-serve counter. read more

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Helen S.

2 years ago

We were so excited to go here after having it in Hawaii. It was such a disappointment. The udon broth was so unflavorful...it tasted like water and ruined the taste. I hope they will have consistencies in taste with the other locations so customers know they'll be getting the same taste and experiences other Marugame Udon locations provide. They also didn't have the calamansi drink I was looking forward to getting. HUGE DISAPPPOINTMENT. read more

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589 Beatty Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 6A3
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What time does Marugame Udon open?

Marugame Udon opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Marugame Udon close?

Marugame Udon closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Marugame Udon closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Does Marugame Udon serve alcohol?

Yes, Marugame Udon serves alcohol.

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Does Marugame Udon allow dogs?

Yes, Marugame Udon allows dogs.

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Does Marugame Udon have parking?

Yes, Marugame Udon has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

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Yes, Marugame Udon has free WiFi.

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She had the Laksa Seafood Rice Noodle bowl and I have the flagship Taiwanese Beef Noodle Bow". She…read moreloved hers and I really enjoyed mine perhaps the only critique is that the beef will too well done for my liking but I would order again. Service solid and definitely would be in my rotation if I lived in Vancouver. So 4.5 rounded to 5

Smaller Taiwanese restaurant with a limited menu, but very delicious food! I love popcorn chicken,…read moreso I had to try their combo. The chicken pieces are large, tender, and very flavorful. It easily beats many popcorn chicken dishes in Seattle and the Eastside, though it is also pretty pricey. I'm not a fan of the singular, cold broccoli, I wish there were more vegetables included in the this dish. If I were to come here again, I'd just order the chicken as a side since it's around the same price as the rice meal.

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Sour and spicy noodle soup with fish slices

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Szechuan Spicy Beef Noodle

Fat Mao Noodles

Fat Mao or Fat Cat has become one of my weekly rotations. I honestly love all of the noodle…read morevariations they offer but my go to is the Nham Ngeaw! And yes, it has the pork blood which I love! Service is quick and they have a counter that faces the kitchen if you're a solo diner. I've also done doordash and the food is packaged well. My only gripe with the delivery is that they don't deliver the noodle in a bowl that is big enough for the entire dish. The noodles and soup are put in two different bowls but you almost can't put them together because it will overflow. This is difficult of you're staying in a hotel so if you can, just eat in the restaurant because they also have hot sauces and pepper that they serve on the table, which they don't give to you if you order delivery.

Inviting interior. There is a variety of seating, and the kitchen is in the main room of the…read morerestauraunt in a way that feels home-y and more personable. Staff was very friendly and fast. We received our food within 10 mins. We ordered the vegetarian khao soi. The fried egg noodles added a nice crunch and visual, but the long rigid strands made it a little tough to eat together with the khao soi. The broth looked spicy, but the main flavor profile of the coconut curry was the creamy sweet coconut milk flavor. There were plenty of veggies that were all cooked well, and the rice noodles were fun to chew and novel! Personally, I would have liked some condiments to increase the spiciness or add another layer of flavor. But, for what it is, it was good.

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Fried egg salad

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Vegetarian cauliflower and tofu khao soi (with wonton noodles)

Ramen DANBO - Robson

I recommend going early! Since I was having a solo party, I was able to be seated early at the…read morecounter if there were any available seats! The guy in front of me, Deng, looked at me with such envy as he cut in line. This place is incredibly popular! Every time I pass by, there's a long queue. Even on rainy days, people are willing to get soaked in the rain just to have a bowl of hot tonkotsu ramen. While you're queuing, the staff will hand out menus. The ordering system is similar to Ichiran Ramen; you can choose the noodle firmness, broth consistency, spiciness, green onions, oil level, and MSG amount . The basic ramen is only $13. I added a soft-boiled egg and pickled cabbage for $2 each. Although the pickled cabbage is really expensive , I can't help it, I'm a pickled cabbage addict! The pickled cabbage paired with the rich tonkotsu broth was refreshing. The broth was flavorful but not greasy, the noodles were chewy and springy, and the portion size was just right. Overall, it's incredibly good value for money; no wonder there's always a queue. After eating, you really get that "Ah~ this is the taste of happiness" feeling

Coming from Hawaii, I had high expectations. This is my 2nd time visiting Vancouver, and the 1st…read moretime had a long line that I walked away from. This time, still a line, but it went faster. This is definitely not a sit down and enjoy your meal w anyone. Order your food from a slip of paper you're given so that by the time you sit, they collect it and place the order. Seats are hard and it is devised where you and then leave. I had the goma vegetarian and my brother the tonkatsu. We both had thicker noodles. However, one could not tell. The vegetarian was loaded with sesame seeds. Now i love those seeds but it was way too much for my liking. Too much seeds to chew on. They also do not put any vegetables on like Hawaii does. Everything is ala carte and that adds up. I simply chose the ramen version without all the add ons. The broth was yummy but again with the loaded seeds, it made it challenging to just drink the soup. I will say, Hawaii has by far better ramen, but this place was ok too. Pricey for for what you get though.

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Classic ramen with chashu nori soft-boiled egg

Dan Dan Noodle

4.3

(39 reviews)

2.2 km

This place doesn't seem very busy, but parking is a little tough to find…read more Waitress took our orders and food came out quick. We were the only table on a Sunday so it's extreme quiet. I like the decoration. They have booths you can sit in. Dan Dan noodle is overly oily and not enough numb when you eat it. The dumplings take good as well. The spicy cucumber is good. We made Dan Dan into a meal with come with a drink which is soda. If lemon is add it will cost $1 more for 2 slices of lemon. I was hoping for more of a wow factor. I don't think I would get out of my way to visit again.

Dan Dan noodles were very good! Mild was still spicy. Can't imagine how much hotter medium would…read morehave been. Lip numbness for sure!

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Spicy Wontons with Chili Sauce

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Maruhachi Ra-men

Delicious ramen and such a nice server! I loved the toppings and spice/sauce options at each…read moretable. Would love to go back again. Kids loved it too!

This place is a solid lunch spot if you want ramen, but that's probably the extent of it. Fairly…read moreopen on Friday for lunch, as with any lunch spot it's quick/efficient, and solid. I love a good tsukemen, but while this place has it, it's fairly mid. It reminded why I usually only get it at tsukemen specific spots. The shoryu ramen was more impressive though still just good. All in all, above average lunch ramen, you could easily do worse, but you could also do better.

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Interior

Vegetarian curry ramen

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Mount Everest Kitchen & Grill

We were visiting from California. We arrived on the later side of dinner. The restaurant was still…read morevery busy and full of people who appeared to be Indian/Pakistani - always a good sign. They have a big tv above the bar and above the entrance that was showing the hockey game. It's a small storefront entrance on a busy street but you couldn't hear the street noise. The food was AMAZING. We got the goat biryani, chicken tikka masala, samosas, garlic naan, mango lassi and a hot chai. Big delicious portions of everything. The service was ok, they were busy and potentially less attentive than usual. Anyway, would definitely go back again.

First there is no mistaking this for a high end restaurant as another review recorded. This is a…read moresolid Nepalese joint. However it is not focused and instead provides a little bit of the region for everyone (Nepal, China, India, Pakistani influences). Came in for lunch on a weekday. Quickly seated and tended to by the staff. Interior is more of a diner scene than nice cafe. Bathrooms are gender neutral and clean but not nice. Here's my three things: 1) I got a lunch special featuring fish peckora, and tandoor chicken. Good flavor but missed on the real spice flavors. Veg salad was sour and worked with the rest of the plate. 2) These folks can make some NAAN! The Naan stole the show. Sweet, salty and crisp. 3) Price wise you can fill up and have a drink for $25-30CAN.

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Big Bowl Rice

This is a small little hole in the wall restaurant serving up some traditional Taiwanese dishes. We…read morecame on a weekday afternoon right before the busy lunch hour - it was packed 30 min after we arrived! The gentleman (owner?) greeted us and provided us with some suggestions on their best sellers. During our dining experience, he was a little loud with shouting instructions to the kitchen and we did feel a bit rushed to finish our meal and not occupy the table with diners lining up. I ordered the beef noodle soup, and the noodles were prepared well (good texture and not soggy) and the soup had a slight but not overwhelm sour taste from the preserved vegetables. The beef wasn't as tender as it could be, but it wasn't chewy or tough to eat. Prices are reasonable at around $20 after tax and tips. While it wasn't the best or most authentic beef noodle soup I've had, it does hit the spot if I'm craving Taiwanese food downtown or want a hot bowl of noodle soup on a cold day.

A small self served Taiwanese eatery. I come here when Ramen Gojiro next door is too crowded and I…read moredo not want to wait. I think most people do that so it also gets filled up during the lunch hour rush. The food is ok, nothing special. The price increase makes it even less appealing. I don't know why there is chili in my Taiwanese beef noodle soup. I don't like spicy soup. Lucky I am ok with spice but I wish it is stated in the menu? So if you cannot take spicy food, check with them before ordering. The beef noodle soup is tasty as I do like the addition of pickled vegetables in it, giving a bit of tartness. The beef is tender though the quantity is very little. More noodles than meat ratio. The combo is totally not worth it now that the price has gone up to about $13. If you want rice and noodle for lunch, I think Peaceful Restaurant across the street is a better bet. At least the portion is bigger.

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Pho Quynh Express

3.0

(5 reviews)

0.7 km

Happy a pho restaurant opened up in this area since there's only one other option within walking…read moredistance. It's perfect for a casual lunch break or take out option. This pho restaurant is a chain so they are consistent with their food and their top service. The and noodles come hot. The amount of food and quality is good. Broth needs to be a bit deeper flavor, but I still enjoy the food regardless.

Wish I could like this place as it's so convenient. Walkable distance from Granville and Burrard…read moreskytrain and Scotiabank movie theatre. Bun Bo Hue (Small $16.19) - super spicy, but that's fine since I enjoy spicy foods. The issue was that the broth was quite bland, and the spiciness wasn't enough to make up for it. Usually, this soup base has a lot of depth and flavour from broth that's been simmering for a long time to extract those flavours, but this was probably one of the worst ones I've tried. Decent portion of meat, at least 3-4 large slices of Vietnamese ham and goor amount of beef slices. The noodles were SUPER undercooked! Good portion of bean sprouts, and came with 1 wedge of lime. Beef Brisket and Beef Ball in Noodle Soup (Large $17.62) - again, VERY bland broth. The noodles also tasted sort of like freezer burn? Decent portion of meat and filling enough. Just had to douse in Siracha and oyster sauce to finish the bowl though... Pork Spring Rolls ($10.48) - flavour was decent, nothing special. Deep fried okay as well. No complaints here but no endorsement either. There's no music in the restaurant either so it's a tad awkward. Staff are friendly. Lots of seating, including a patio area.

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Shrimp and veggie rolls with peanut sauce!!

Nemesis Coffee

The coffee here tastes great, the atmosphere is wonderful, and the pastries are irresistible, but…read moreperhaps because it's so busy, the service is just average.

Last week, after having brunch somewhere, walked over from the waterfront to this café to grab a…read morelatte. There was only one family ahead of me when I entered, who was asking questions about bean recommendations. The person at the order counter was really helpful providing them with good information. When it was my turn to order, it was quick since I had already selected beans that I wanted to purchase, and my oat latte. Option was asked if I wanted to dine in or takeout, and I went with the latter. After I got my drink, I took a seat on one of the benches they have outside the store. There's also a decent amount of indoor seating and an outdoor patio section in front of the store. Not my first time trying Nemesis since I've been to Vancouver before, but definitely a reminder of why they are listed as one of the World's 100 Best Coffee Shops. If I wasn't so full from brunch, I would have also gotten one of their pastries. Seeing them all was very tempting.

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Nemesis on a monday, five minutes to closing

Mortadella (so good)

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Nightingale

We lucked into a last-minute reservation and ended up grabbing seats at the bar--honestly, it…read morecouldn't have worked out better. The vibe is stylish without feeling pretentious, making it a perfect date night spot. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming from the moment we sat down. The espresso martinis were fantastic, the Caesar salad was huge and easily shareable, and the pasta was absolutely outstanding. From the atmosphere to the food and service, everything just clicked. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Vancouver.

After flying for many hours from the East Coast of the US, a cab ride from the airport, and…read morechecking into the EXchange hotel on Mother's Day 2026, we were starving and couldn't have been happier to find this place, and even happier that they had room for us to belly up to the bar. Service was terrific and we enjoyed our experience immensely. We enjoyed wine for me, bourbon for him, shared the fantastic foccacia to start (note it's large enough for at least 4 people, we took some back to the hotel). I had the smaller portion of spaghetti with clams he had the 100 layer lasagna. (that takes them 3 days to make) The spaghetti was clearly handmade, and it was way richer than I expected it to be, so I was glad I got the smaller portion. Very delicious! I got a small bite of the lasagna and thought it was very meaty and tasty. He polished it off, but did say that the charred topping took over tastewise a bit too much. Despite being stuffed, we found ourselves wanting to linger, so we ordered the caramel pot de creme, and Irish Whiskey for him, and a dessert tea drink for me with blueberry & breakfast tea, amaretto, grand marnier and cinnamon. All super delicious and again very rich! To top off our fine experience at this awesome restaurant, because it was Mother's Day and I'm a Mom, they gave me a wrapped box to take with us. Turned out to be a very pretty bluebell large mug. Super nice, thank you Nightingale!

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Broccolini and Spicy Salami pizza did not disappoint. Broccolini was perfectly al dente.

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Interior 1st floor

Jam Cafe on Beatty

This was my first time at this restaurant, and the atmosphere and food were fantastic! The prices…read morewere reasonable, and the service was incredibly warm and friendly. I highly recommend it! Next time I come, I'll definitely bring my friends and try the other dishes on the menu.

Our server Paul did an amazing job taking care of my husband and I. Never ran out of water and…read morecoffee. Food was delicious.

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Apple Cinnamon French Toast

Miku

Vancouver truly lives up to its reputation as a food paradise in Western Canada, with a diverse…read morearray of culinary delights. If you're ever in Vancouver, you absolutely can't miss Miku, the Japanese restaurant next to Canada Place! This restaurant is incredibly popular, often requiring a wait, so reservations are highly recommended. This time, I managed to book a window seat a week in advance for the weekend! The renowned Miku restaurant undoubtedly boasts a beautiful view from its windows, excellent service, and of course, delicious food. Their seared sushi is particularly famous. From appetizers to main courses to desserts, the dining experience was very enjoyable. Their signature dessert, Green Tea Opera, is highly recommended!

Located next to Canada Place, this Japanese restaurant specializes in seared sushi and is even…read morerecommended by Michelin The restaurant offers views of Burrard Inlet right outside its windows. We recommend sitting by the window or at the sushi bar, where you can watch the chefs prepare the seared sushi right before your eyes. Tip: If you're looking for high-quality, elegant Japanese cuisine with a touch of innovation, Miku is an excellent choice. It's almost always fully booked, so be sure to make a reservation in advance. Request a window seat to enjoy the waterfront view while savoring your meal--it's well worth it!

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Spicy edamame (CAD $8)

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Little emperor (CAD $10) and Aka miso old fashioned (CAD $24)

Tasty Indian Bistro

Really good experience. They got us in right away. The decor was nice and modern…read more Service was so fast. Nikita did an awesome job We loved pretty everything including the virgin mojitos, naans, papdi chaat , hariali paneer and the tandoori lamb chops. The chicken tikka was just okay but good chunks of chicken. The bathrooms were a little dirty

Food was not good, the best I can say about the food is the basmati rice. Overly hyped restaraunt…read more The channa masala was okay, the chili fish tasted too moist. Service was very good & atmosphere was beautiful with dim and romantic lighting but we will not be returning. The mango lassi was good but nothing special a little bit too strong in yoghurt flavour.

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Kingyo

This was my first time at this Japanese restaurant, and the atmosphere and food were fantastic! The…read moreprices were reasonable, and the service was incredibly warm and friendly. I highly recommend it! I'll definitely come back next time and bring my friends to try other dishes on the menu.

I was in Vancouver for the day and had heard so many great things about this place, so I came in…read morewith pretty high expectations. We arrived around 2 PM for our reservation and were greeted warmly right away, which made for a great first impression. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The bamboo divider running through the middle of the space gave it a cozy, modern Japanese-inspired feel, and the overall atmosphere was probably my favorite part of the experience. As for the food, unfortunately it didn't quite live up to the hype for me. I ordered the seafood sizzler bowl, and while it wasn't bad by any means, it felt underwhelming for the price. The bowl was mostly rice, with a few small prawns, tiny scallops, a little roe, and some crab mixed in. I was expecting something more seafood-forward, so it ended up feeling more like a deconstructed fried rice than the premium dish I had envisioned. Same with the unagi bowl, couple small pieces of unagi cut up... The appetizers were actually the highlight of the meal and ended up being more memorable than my main course. I kept waiting for a dish to really wow me, but nothing stood out enough to make me crave a return visit. Maybe I just ordered the wrong items, because I know this place has plenty of fans. Overall, I'm glad I tried it, but based on this visit, I don't see myself making a special trip back.

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Beef tongue

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Anniversary menu course #2 - omakase 3 kinds appetizers

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Tanty V.

Elite 26

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976

1 year ago

Delicious Udon, Just a Heads-Up on Payment! We popped into this udon spot recently and had quite the experience! We parked in the lot behind the restaurant, which cost about $15 for two hours, and then it was just a quick block's walk. If you're lucky, you might snag some street parking closer by. The setup is pretty cool - it's kind of like a fast-food style place. You grab a tray, order your food, they hand it over, and then you pay. The food, especially the udon texture and the perfectly crunchy fried items, was absolutely delicious - a definite 5 stars! Our only little hiccup, and why I'm giving four stars instead of five, was with the payment. Their card reader wasn't working for our tap payment, even though we'd used our card everywhere else in Canada without a hitch. An employee even tried her card, and it worked for some reason, which was a bit confusing! After a brief discussion, she called the manager over, who manually entered our card details, and then it went through. Just a friendly heads-up for any international travelers: it might be good to politely double-check about card payments, especially if you're visiting during busy lunch hours. You wouldn't want to hold up the line like we almost did! Overall, a great place for tasty udon! read more

A C.

2 years ago

BEWARE OF EXTRA CHARGES I had visited the Vancouver location in May and went again last night. The menu now lists items as small and large. The old prices are now the prices for the small size. The small bowl of udon last night, not surprisingly, was smaller than what I had before. However, there was very little broth in the bowl. It didn't even cover the noodles. Also, after I got home, I noticed the receipt had various taxes/surcharge shown which didn't make sense to me. "Tax" was 6.5%. There was "PST" at 1.3%. And a "Surcharge Deposit" of 1.5% (maybe credit card fee?). My old receipt from May simply has one "Tax" of 5%, which is GST and is the correct amount. Otherwise, the food was good. They have a Late Night Combo for $9.99 after 8pm (small udon, 2 tempura shrimp, and can of pop). read more

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