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Traveling from SF to NYCFood and services are great! Got 2 seats almost right away (estimated less than 5 minutes). They opened at noon and we were there at 12:15. They have lunch specials only curry/rice (no udon options ): Ambiance not much small and cramped. It more like for eats and go restaurant. Time allowances to seat down is 90 minutes. Payment: card/cash/blackbird. Purchased $50 and used blackbird app for payment to get a FREE seaweed salad (5% seaweed and 95% salad):! Udon is super yummy and tasty. Chewy udon with a freshness delicious bites. Beef is soft and tender. Broth is clear and delicious and not greasy at all. Would recommend!
The udon here is beautiful. Perfectly bouncy with a clear, deep broth. Service is also good. The chicken karaage was also juicy and crispy. However, we tried the mackerel sushi and that fish to rice ratio was kind of outrageous. After the first piece, I felt like I was just eating overly vinegar-y sushi rice.
This location in particular is very small Niku udon - super chewy and flavorful noodles! Broth had a lot of flavor this time too! Meat had one good piece but rest was too dry and/or too fatty 4.5/5 Shrimp tempura - a bit oily but still good! Shrimp is soft and bouncy but wish it was bigger in comparison to the tempura 2.75/5
Raku is a glowing gem in the competitive NYC food scene. First find the restaurant, then allow yourself a full body and mind reset with glorious, silky udon noodles, intentional decor and refreshingly effective service. The space is small! The coziness compliments the warmth of the bowls (though the cold udon looks lovely too). love the snow crab udon with egg drops. The broth is smooth and unctuous, the protein plentiful. My man got the curry noodles.. goodness they are a warm hug. A revival of what it means to be full but not stuffed, ready to step back onto the city streets at a reasonable price. Cheers!
I was skeptical of this place because I didn't think the price of udon would be worth it. I was wrong. The actual udon noodles themselves are incredible. They're soft but not mushy, and have a nice spring to them. They are genuinely the best udon noodles I've had. Udon and mushroom are two of my favorite things, so it was a no brainer when ordering the seasonal mushroom udon. It comes with all types of mushrooms including maitake, woodear, king oyster, local oyster, and shiitake. It also comes with tororo kombu and tofu. The both is light and flavorful, perfect for a cold night. I wish they would keep this dish permanently because I want to order it again and again. I also liked the frozen grape at the end, it was a nice ending to a good meal. The servers were helpful and the space was on the smaller side. It has minimal decor with wood furniture. The place is tightly packed and busy so just make sure to have a resy booked. Overall, I would highly recommend trying Raku.
Great udon spot. Udon comes out piping hot and fresh. I got the seasonal mushroom. One of the mushrooms had strange skin texture that I didn't like at all. The service was very friendly. Would definitely recommend making a reservation even on a week day.
Hands Down the Best Udon in the U.S.! I've had my fair share of udon across the country but I can confidently say that Raku is in a league of its own. It is arguably the best udon spot in the United States. Broth & Noodles: There is absolutely nothing to complain about here. The broth is deep and flavorful and the texture of the noodles is perfect--great "chew" and consistency. It's clear they take their craft seriously. The Poached Egg: I loved that they serve the poached egg (onsen tamago) on the side. It gives you the flexibility to enjoy the pure broth first before adding that creamy richness to the meal. The One Regret: The only downside to my visit was that the Saba Sushi was already SOLD OUT. I've heard amazing things about it, so it was a bit disappointing to miss out this time.
There are a ton of ramen reviews so this review is for the dessert. I ordered the fruit roll cake and omg it was the best roll cake I've ever had! It's the roll cake I've always wanted but never had .. until now! The cake is more of a light pound cake texture versus spongey which is what I like. It also comes with a strawberry compote which was a nice touch. Service here is also amazing!! Smaller store than the other location but it was such a nice cozy atmosphere. Would recommend :)
Raku East Village was excellent! The starters were great; the chicken tatsuta-age was especially tasty and came with a tangy sauce. Pork gyoza were full of flavor and a nice texture that was somewhere between chewy and crispy. The udon was so impressive, I would have been happy just drinking the broth. The udon noodles were perfectly prepared, and the tempura that came with my dish added a nice element to the meal. Prices were super reasonable for fantastic food, definitely a great spot to check out!
Raku is a Japanese udon restaurant in the East Village that focuses on handmade udon noodles and carefully prepared dishes built around simple, comforting flavors. We walked into a cozy, intimate space that felt more like a traditional Japanese noodle shop than a large restaurant, with a warm, understated energy that kept the attention on the food. The dining room was modest and inviting, with a layout that accommodated a steady flow of customers, and the focus was clearly on the quality of the noodles and the care that went into each bowl. The udon was the highlight of the meal. The noodles had a thick, chewy texture that showed the difference between freshly made udon and typical packaged noodles, and the broth was flavorful without feeling too heavy, with a savory depth that paired well with the noodles. We ordered a few different bowls and found the shrimp tempura udon standing out, with the tender shrimp, crispy tempura coating, and rich broth coming together in a way that felt complete. The restaurant also offers different styles of udon, including hot and cold options, which gave us good variety depending on what we were looking for. Beyond the udon, Raku has a selection of additional dishes that complement the meal. The menu keeps the focus on Japanese comfort food, and the smaller dishes made it easy to add something extra without taking away from the main bowl. We appreciated that the restaurant does not overcomplicate the food and instead focuses on getting the fundamentals right. The dining experience is more relaxed and intimate, though the space is limited and can get busy during peak hours. Reservations are helpful, especially during popular dining times, and seating can feel a little tight because of the smaller layout. Despite the size, the atmosphere works well for enjoying a slower meal centered around a warm bowl of udon. The staff moved through the room with a quiet efficiency, and the pacing of the meal kept the experience smooth and unhurried. Overall, Raku is a great spot for anyone looking for high-quality udon in NYC. The handmade noodles, flavorful broths, and simple approach to Japanese comfort food make it stand out. It is the type of restaurant we would return to when craving a satisfying bowl of noodles rather than a more casual ramen-style meal.
First time trying Raku. This spot was previously all over my feed. So I'm glad I finally got to try it. Get a resy before going. It's quite busy and the staff are constantly moving. We got really lucky. they had one table available, but it was reserved for a later time slot. If we wanted to be seated, we had to finish our food before the next resy, which we were fine with. We were glad to be seated right away. Known for their udon, so ofc we got some. We ordered: Appetizer: Ankimo (Monkfish Liver) (it's def an acquired taste) Gyoza (Pork) (you can never go wrong with gyozas) Yaki Nasu (deep fried eggplant, spicy miso pork, quail egg) (very different from what I imagined it to be.) Entree: Yasai Kakiage Udon (Vegetable Tempura Hot Udon) Buta Shabu (pork belly, cucumber, shiro goma, daikon sprout) Since this spot is known for their udon. The noodles were cooked perfectly and the broth was very flavorful. But don't forget to try out their appetizers too! They have a lot of great appetizers. Heard they had a lot of great desserts. Unfortunately, we were quite stuffed that day and couldn't squeeze it in.
Comfort Japanese food. We stopped by for a quick bite while waiting for another dinner reservation actually (and to get out of the rain). But this place hit the spot! We were quite content, despite it being a quick stop. Service was superb. The handmade udon noodles were a bit hit!
Came here for dinner on a rainy weeknight and it was quite busy. We were only able to get a seat for two by the high table as the inner sit down tables were full. The service and waiter were super attentive and always checked on us for questions and concerns about our seating and menu items. We ordered the Kamonan (Duck) udon and the Kani Ankake (snow crab in thick egg soup). Both were quite delicious. The egg soup was really tasty, it reminded me of an egg drop soup but the flavor and umami were top notch. Along with our udons, we also got the karage fried chicken and tofu.
NOT cash only anymore! Was able to walk in after a short wait on a weeknight and service was fast and friendly despite the how busy it got soon after. I got the kamonan udon which was pretty mediocre in flavor, both in broth and duck seasoning. Honestly not too sure what the fuss was about but maybe I didn't get the ~right~ udon. The noodles themselves are amazing though, with the perfect amount of chew. Good portion size too read more
Hmm, a little overrated in my opinion but was still good. Would rate 3.5/5 but rounded up to 4/5. It's so difficult to get a reservation here that I thought the food would be seriously mind blowing, but that wasn't really the case. The texture of the udon noodles were perfectly chewy and delicious and portion size was excellent, but the broth came lukewarm instead of warm/hot which made the meal a bit disappointing. My friend's bowl was the same case. I love warm soup noodles on a cold day, but Raku didn't execute the way I had hoped. I thought the room-temperature broth was odd, but maybe I came at an off time? Seating and service were all good, perhaps I will give Raku another try to see if my second impression is better... but with there being so many good ramen/udon spots in NYC, I don't know... read more
Raku is very well loved for their udon. We started our meal with the gyoza and miso eggplant which were both great. For my udon, I went with the cold tempura udon. I wasn't too impressed with the tempura because it was soggy on the bottom. The udon had a great chew to them so I would be open to coming back to try their other options. read more
3 years ago
Raku has got to be one of my favorite udon places! I went on a Friday night with a friend around 6:30, and we got seated at the bar immediately. As for food: - Chicken Tatsuga-age: 5/5 Super crispy and flavorful! The pieces were big and soo juicy, the chicken was dripping after every bite. - Ebiten Udon: 4.5/5 The noodles were definitely the best part of the dish - they were so soft and chewy! The broth also had a nice umami flavor, but it came out a lukewarm instead of warm/hot as I had hoped. My friend also ordered the Wakame (seaweed) Udon which she said was really good! Overall, the udon here is great and definitely hits the spot on a cold day. Their noodles are probably the best I've had in NYC. I would definitely come back to try their other udon dishes! read more
My absolute favorite spot for udon. I cannot even believe I'm saying this because I don't usually like udon. I had ordered their Washugyu Yaki Udon and the beef wasn't even the best part! The udon was! I can just eat two whole bowls of udon with soup and nothing else!!! They are usually packed and have a line out the door since the place is super small. (They do have outdoor dining for now) so make sure to come early! read more
3 years ago
Expect to have a decent wait time on the weekends. We were a party of 5 and had to wait around an hour to be seated. The place is pretty small itself but they do have outdoor seating. Servers were accommodating and kind. I don't remember the udons we each had but do remember that the curry one was pretty tasty but had a thick broth. Regardless of what flavor, you can expect a pretty good meal that with fill you up. read more
I've been wanting to try Raku for a while, as this place is known for their cold and hot udon. We ordered: +the Zaru - this came with chilled noodles, shiso leaf tempura, and a dipping sauce; you have an option to add shrimp tempura at an upcharge; I really liked the slightly battered shiso leaf; the dipping sauce was flavorful +the Niku - this was prepared with beef short ribs, honeycomb tripe, tendons, and noodles; you have an option to make this spicy by adding the nori sansho chili oil at an upcharge, which we did; I did not enjoy this, as the broth had a funny taste to it, specifically from the chili oil; the short ribs could have been more tender I thought the udon noodles were slightly overcooked, as they were a little mushy (for both dishes); that was a little disappointing, as this is a udon specialty eatery. We came here for a later lunch, and there was already a small line - depending on the size of your party, you may be seated earlier or later - since there was only 2 of us, we were seated before the larger groups. We ended up having a tight counter seating, but it was okay; there's a hook underneath the counter to hang your bag(s). Service was friendly, but slightly inattentive; I just wished we were checked-in more often to express our disappointment, get waters refilled, and/or get the check. At the end of your meal, you get a couple of frozen grapes (2, since there were only 2 of us); I thought this was funny. I'm glad I was able to check this place out, but not sure if I'd go out of my way to return; maybe their other locations are better in terms of quality control? +overcooked udon noodles +shiso leaf tempura +inattentive staff read more
1 year ago
Went with my friend on a Sunday night and it was about a 15 minute wait at 9pm. We got the chicken tatsuta-age, tantan, and chikara udon. The chicken was good - tender and crispy. The tantan had a lot of flavor which I like and my friend liked her chikara udon. It was interesting because the tantan had thinner noodles than the chikara which we both preferred. read more
All my friends from New York have raved about this place so I had to come by and give this place a shot! The noodles are SO CHEWY and are hand pulled. Definitely worth trying. The flavors of the broth are very rich and thick. The NIKU udon tastes very similar to Korean braised beef broth, which felt a little heavy for my liking. I did order a side of spicy/chili oil which helped clear my palate. NIKU is one of their most popular dishes! The cold udon (I forgot name) was very refreshing, something similar to soba noodles. Lastly, the Shichiken tasted similar to something in the ball park of chicken noodle soup. If you like chicken noodle soup, you will definitely like this one! There is also 2 pieces of mochi inside, which was fun to eat!!! The entrance can be a little confusing -- first you enter through a black door, and through the bakery in the front. Make sure to walk all the back and you will be able to find RAKU. Service was great, VERY attentive, and slightly asks you a lot of questions HAHAHA (but I think it is to ensure you have all your needs accommodated for) read more
3 years ago
ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!! Raku is my GO. TO. spot for delicious udon when the weather is cold. The chewy, bouncy texture of the noodles here is ELITE, and the broth doesn't feel heavy at all - a win in my book!! A classic to get is the Gyunan, but their Niku also never disappoints, as the bowl is packed with delicious meat toppings. I love that they give a refreshing, frozen grape to close off the meal, and the service is super attentive. Overall an 11/10 and chef's kiss all around!! read more
This restaurant was so cute, it felt like I was in Japan! My friend had a reservation for the evening, so we didn't wait long before getting seated, but there was a line for those who didn't have reservations. They sat us at the counter so we were facing the wall but it was really nice cozy and intimate! Note that they also have outdoor seating. I got their cold udon noodle and my friend got their hot beef udon noodle. Both were delicious! Noodles were really chewy and the broth for the hot udon was very flavorful. The sauce in the cold noodle was also flavorful, and tasted really refreshing. The dish came in huge bowls but the portion was actually perfect, I felt content and not overly fully afterwards. Definitely recommend checking out this spot! read more
2 years ago
Overall: amazing food! Cons: Very small place, staff not very attentive to small needs such as water/requests Pro: lots of food for the price, well seasoned food read more
9 months ago
3 years ago
Popular spot and I can see why. Highly recommend a reservation. Staff is good - we did get spilt beer on and they were apologetic and brought a fresh one. Food is delicious. Good for small-medium sized groups. Indoor and outdoor seating. read more
2 years ago
After wandering around East Village for a bit, we looked on yelp to find a spot that was open for a late lunch. The pictures here looked good so we decided to try it out! The outside of the restaurant is definitely unassuming and if you weren't actively looking for it, you could easily miss it. I ordered the Tantan udon and my friend ordered the Niku! The Niku was very light and easy on the stomach. The tantan was extremely delicious and had lots of flavor, however be warned it is quite salty and rich. Overall would definitely come again and it's one id the better udon restaurants I've been to. read more
Delicious place for udon! I had the gyunan udon, and the broth was so flavorful. The noodles were chewy, and the whole bowl was very filling. Raku is a hidden gem in East Village. The place is small and dim, and it gets crowded easily. Be sure to get there early to avoid the wait. The staff are incredibly friendly, and the restaurant feels upscale yet homey at the same time. I'd definitely recommend a visit! read more
1 year ago
This was our first meal for our New York trip. It's a perfect choice for the cold day in New York . We ordered the beef ribeye udon gyunan (4/5) and the nabeyaki (4.5/5). The gyunan beef reminded me of the pho ribeye meat: the nabeyaki was more flavorful. Restaurant was very busy but the wait time was 15 minutes. Restaurant was packed and the tables are so very closed together. Overall, it's a 4/5 rating for me. read more
3 years ago
I'd absolutely recommend Rakun for amazing udon. It's a bit small outside, but if you're willing to sit outside, there's a decent amount of seating and heating. Food is fairly affordable and we were seated immediately. I ordered the tantan udon and while it was spicy and delicious with a strong peanut flavor, it wasn't as good as the chikara udon (mochi and chicken) or Niku udon (short-rib beef with tendon); the tantan also has thinner noodles than the others. I'd also recommend the fried chicken, which is pretty good with lemon and dipping sauce. read more
2 years ago
Such a cute place for lunch - lovely donburi bowls. Everything tasted so fresh & delicious. Love that they provide dairy & gluten free guides on their menu. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Raku udon is amazing!! I come here just for the noodles, which are perfectly chewy/bouncy and cooked to perfection. I could care less about the broth: it's the noodles that steal the show. I got the spicy niku udon, which wasn't too spicy. It came with a lot of meat, but I would have preferred it if it came with more of their amazing NOODLES!! The broth itself tasted like generic Taiwan beef soup. Next time I come, I'd like to try some of their other broths. I would expect a wait or put your name down on the waitlist ahead of time, as it is a very popular spot. read more
Never had cold udon before, but this dish was the most refreshing dish for a summer day! We went in for dinner on a Friday night and had to wait about 45 minutes for a table, but the wait was sooo worth it. We ended up sitting at the bar, but it was just 2 of us and honestly the vibes were great and service was super fast. Cold Udon Yamakake: (9/10) This dish comes with grated mountain yam, quail eggs, and bonito flakes -- so delicious ! The udon noodles are chewy and thick. The green onions and flakes are crunchy and provide the most complementary texture with the chewiness of the noodles. Each spoonful was yummy af Bloody Mari (8/10): This drink was tangy and zesty, a nice blend of tomato-y and citrus-y flavors. However, I felt it was a little too strong for my taste and didn't really pair well with the udon. Could just be my preference though, so take with a grain of salt read more
The service has gotten quite shit, surprisingly. They would never, in Japan, haha. The hostess AND the servers just had the most curt attitudes. The food just didn't hit the same either. We got the zaru and the yamakake, cold noodles, and the agedashi tofu. My zaru was good with the dipping sauce but yamakake was flavorless. They just put the noodles down without saying a word. I don't know why everyone was in a bad mood. They started clearing the table before we were done. No thanks. read more
The noodles....... are so good. I'm not a ramen nor udon lover and generally picky about my noodle soup. But this is the spot. The interior is cute and minimal, music is barely there, just guest murmurs- kinda packed around 7pm on a Saturday, but our party of 2 got seated in 15 min and we sat outside. Food came quickly and the server was very friendly. The beef udon has to be the best. I got the spicy pork miso which was good but in general I prefer clear broths. I love burdock root and that didn't disappoint. Again, it's THE udon spot read more
1 year ago
Fresh chewy noodles and great service. Classic udon place. I like the dipping noodles so they don't soak too long. Tempura is great. read more
Waited about 30 minutes on a Thursday night around 7pm. 5/5 Food 4/5 Ambiance (outside) 2/5 Service Chicken tatsuta-age ($12) - Good, but honestly it's karage and hard to go wrong. Jaja Cold Udon ($20) - Wow! The noodles were so smooth and silky. The flavors were excellent and they give you a poached egg to mix in. It got a little spicy towards the bottom. The dish looked small initially but I couldn't even finish it. Zaru Cold Udon + Tempura ($21) - My friend really enjoyed his cold noodle. This would have been a 5/5 except for the service. They didn't take our order for more than 10 minutes. I think the server mumbled ready? Everything came at different times. There's just room to improve here. FYI they only take 2 cards. read more
I came at 3pm and it was basically empty. There was indoor and outdoor seating available. Staff was friendly. There is a small restroom available. I love the simplicity of this restaurant. I ordered the beef udon and it was simple and delicious. Id definitely be coming here often if I actually lived in the area. read more
3 years ago
Came here on a rainy day. There weren't tables inside, but there was plenty of outdoor seating. They have a Yelp waitlist, so I was able to put my name down as I was headed to the restaurant. The portion sizes are big. I got the zaru udon and the chicken tatsuta-age as an appetizer to share. The chicken was moist, but batter wasn't as light as normal karaage I was used to. The udon noodles were great. They hit the spot on a hot day, and there was a good amount. They recommended adding tempura, but I didn't need it because of the chicken tatsuta-age. I was stuffed afterwards. Service is a bit slow outside, but it's not a bad option if the inside if filled. Definitely take advantage of the waitlist. read more
Ambiance (4/5): The inside nicely lit with a clean Asian decor. It is very tight with approx capacity of 20. However the outdoor dining is almost double the inside. We sat outside and (as expected) decorations were a bit sparse. The noise levels were moderate. Service (5/5): It is a walk-in only. We waited about 20 min before getting seated at 6:45ish. The staff checked in on us often and our glasses were regularly refilled. Our food came pretty quickly. Niku (3/5): the broth is unbelievably umami! The portion of meat was meager and felt like there was more tendon and tripe than it was short rib. I was expecting a bit more for the $26 price point. If you ask for the spicy oil on the side, there's much less than if you ordered the spicy version. Sesame Apricot (3/5): it was a beautiful presentation but the taste didn't blow me away. There were hints of the sesame in the cake layer and then added sweetness from the bottom layer of apricot. It's a great dessert to split amongst 2. Yuzu Sake (5/5): we had 2 pours each between 3 with the middle size option (400c). read more
3 years ago
The staff looked exhausted, sad, and overworked. The atmosphere was very gloomy, maybe because it was raining all weekend, but it was kind of just sad vibes. We got seated in about 20 minutes, for a group of eight. The line wasn't that long since it was raining and small groups were able to be seated immediately. I got mapo tofu udon, which I was kind of disappointed in. They should just call it udon and tofu. Usually in mapo tofu, the tofu is not firm, but the tofu was firm. There also wasn't much spices or mapo tofu flavor. I have to say, I was a little disappointed. For $27 after tax and tip, the mapo tofu was not good and I would not recommend it. This is my first time visiting, and I don't think I will be back just because I feel like there are better options in the area. My friend got the curry udon and it smelled really good, so if this is your first time visiting, I would recommend trying curry udon, but honestly, anything but the mapo tofu udon. Tl;dr - curry udon smells good, anything but the mapo tofu udon. read more
I came into Raku on a very hot day in New York. I got a cold noodle dish and vegetable tempura (which was hot, but I cannot resist tempura). Food was very tasty. The very tiny restaurant was packed, but our food came out relatively fast. Service was friendly. I would definitely check this place out again. Their menu contains a lot of interesting dishes read more
My friend has been recommending this place for years and I initially thought how could Udon place be amazing. Little did I know, it can be AMAZING!!! I walked in around 5 and the waiting was 10 mins for indoor so I sat outside (do not recommend this. It was deadly HOT inside that Vinyl house outside). However, despite the heat, foods were just soooo good that I found my lost appetite right away as soon as I took one noodle inside my mouth. I tried their signature noodle soup & cold noodle. However Noodles are very chewy & hand pulled that I personally thought handmade pasta was incomparable! I am definitely visiting again. It will be my must try place every time I come to NYC from now on. I personally think price is decent for quality. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! It deserves more than 5 stars! By 6 there was looooong line outside of the restaurant and even outdoor seating was fully occupied. Also I wouldn't recommend going with more than 2 due to the space and waiting. read more
3 years ago
Raku delivers every single time I'm here. They have the freshest udon noodles. The perfect chewy texture. Their udon soup bases are also delicious, and the menu ranges from classic to curry. Their kitsune and curry udon are probably my favorites. The broth for the kitsune is light, savory, and so satisfying. I love adding mochi to my bowl (Raku is the first place I've been to that has this option!) for a nice chewy element. The curry udon is also delicious with its rich, thick sauce. Definitely comfort food at its finest. The interior is quite small, but with that, you get intimacy and coziness. I can't wait for many more meals here. read more
The best udon I've ever had. The texture of the noodles was springy, chewy, and desirable. The broth was super clean tasting. Such a simple bowl of noodles had so much flavor. I arrived for lunch just as they were opening and was immediately seated. The establishment is small with only a few seats so I would recommend coming early or during off times on the weekdays if you don't want to wait for a seat. After I ordered, the food arrived quickly. The server was attentive and checked in on me to see if food was to my liking. Would highly recommend this spot. This place makes my must try foods when visiting New York. read more
A great noodle spot with a good variety. The taste was a good mixture of nutty and savoury with a good char taste of the meat. The inside seating is very small, so if people near you are speaking loud, it's hard to talk with your table mates. Service was fast, didn't need a reservation on a Saturday night. read more
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342 E 6th St
New York, NY 10003
East Village
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Gluten free noodles available?
Do they use whole wheat udon noodles?
I don't believe so. Looks like they use the same udon noodles for all the dishes.
Is delivery available?
Is it difficult to park a car around there?
Would not suggest driving if coming from the city anyways since parking can be expensive. But not impossible
Is this place BYOB?
Any heat for outdoor dining?
I believe they have the space heaters! They've created more covering compared to last time- so much cuter and sturdier
Is there a vegetarian udon?
The dipping udon is just the noodles dipped with sauce - they give you an egg but you don't have to put it in! Zaru, Hiyashi, Oroshi, yamakake And kamaage can all be prepared vegetarian by request.
Hi, what broth is used? Is there broth available that is not pork or beef?
They use a dashi broth base for most. They currently have plenty of non pork/beef, vegan and vegetarian options for appetizers and udon.
Do they use different udon noodles for the tantan vs the niku?
Just one type of udon
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