Marugame is a solid chain to visit if you want some no-nonsense udon. This location is located inside of the mall near the food court. There's a small eating area and I've definitely seen it get busy during certain days and hours, but there's usually an employee directing people on where to go, and doing some crown control, when it's really busy. The menu has some standard udon options, and some unique and creative options. In the past I've gotten the nikutama udon a few times, which is their udon with beef and a soft boiled egg in a sweet broth. Recently I've been enjoying their bolognese udon, which has a cheese sauce, ground beef, some shredded cheese, a soft boiled egg, and some pepper. I do miss the old days when they used to have the GOAT mentai kamatama, and hope that someday they will bring that back. You can ask for free green onion and tempura flake toppings on your udon There's a variety of tempura you can pick out yourself as well. Their chicken tempura (not the katsu) is actually really good and flavorful. I do wish they offered some non-tempura sides like yakitori, since I'm not always in the mood for deep fried sides. Overall a quick and casual place to get a hot meal for around $15. If you eat here often, it's worth it to sign up for the rewards program so that you can get free food occasionally. read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Bolognese udon - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

never gonna comeback again! we are eating, a family of 3 ask someone to clean the table, while this associate wipping the table some food residue went to my hands! rather than letting her know what happen. other customers approach me about this, but i stayed calm! before that, while we are paying for our orders the cashier give us attitude for whatever reason, its not out problem if our orders have some sort of delay! anyway! food is great and quality! but the service is very poor! 6-28-26 * 1 to 1:30pm read more

I went to Marugame on a recommendation from my best friend, who had tried it in Hawaii, and we wanted something quick while shopping. Service is very fast--you order and your udon is served right in front of you immediately. I got the tonkotsu udon, and they'll add extras on the spot if you request them. The noodles are fresh, thick, and chewy, which was great. The main downside is the portion: only a small amount of meat and one egg, so don't expect much protein. You can add tempura on the side, but it adds up quickly ($2-$5 each), so a full meal can easily hit around + $20. It's a solid quick eat with good noodles and fast service. I'd come back when I want something fast and filling while shopping, but it's not really a destination meal. read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

Was super surprised to see Marugame during my trip to the galleria! My go to is the cold nikutama Especially on a hot day The cold broth with the thick chewy noodles is a perfect way to cool down! I love the tender flavor beef it comes with and I always add tempura! My favorites are forsure the shrimp and the potato croquette! The inside was super clean and spacious. read more

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Comfort food at the Glendale Galleria, yes please! Nikutama has the classic udon noodles and dashi broth with beef and a soft boiled egg. So hearty and filling, I couldn't finish the large bowl. Try their refreshing juices and ask for a sample, you'll love it and order a drink no doubt. Don't be intimidated by the long lines. It goes by fast. The noodles are weighed by a scale to ensure consistency in their portions. Try their toppings and tempura for added crunch to your meal. Restaurant could have been a little more tidy. We had to flag someone down to clean our table but it was the end of the day on a busy day over the holiday so not a biggie. Didn't take away from the delicious meal. read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Nikutama - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

This is my second time going here and the #5 did not disappoint. This is like a cafeteria style spot. That #5 creamy chicken broth with pork chashu , tempura flakes and some boil eggs is Bussin!. I like my number 5 spicy so i hit it with the shichimi. The tempura is great I only wish the consistency of the batter stayed the same with the crab tempura. The service is amazing even gave us this stamp coupon which was amazing. Will mos def come back since this spot are my daughters to go ramen spot. read more

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Came here for dinner and overall had a solid experience. They had a decent amount of tables and inside was clean. Service was fast and efficient, and the servers were friendly and straight to the point. Toward the end of our meal it got a bit hectic as more people came in, and the staff started scrambling to check which tables were finished, but it was understandable given the crowd. Ordering is simple: you walk down the line, tell the server which noodle combo you want, and then pick up your own tempura at the end. Our go-to order is the Kitsune udon with an egg, and we always grab a few different tempuras to try. Always comforting and satisfying! read more

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Price point is good but very slow service (there was only one person taking and working on the orders even though there was a line- not sure if this is normal?) and for an udon place, the udon wasn't very good. Not chewy at all and the texture felt like the udon was over cooked or left out for too long. The cold Nikutama udon was also not cold. Was looking for a more refreshing experience. read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Nikutama udon cold Nikutama bento Curry Chicken Katsu Curry - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

Ambiance: this Marugame Udon store is located near one entrance of galleria mall, it could get very packed during rush hours Service: friendly and patient with requests, although it might take a while to place the order when they ran out of bowls Food: standard udon menu with seasonal items CREAMY BROTH - **** Tonkotsu style creamy chicken broth, topped with juicy pork chashu, and a flavorful seasoned egg, tasty with flakes and green onions, chewy noodles and bold flavor broth, recommend Price: generous portions and affordable prices, expect $15~$20 for a very fulfilling bite read more

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I haven't had Marugame in a hot minute, but this location is pretty good and is conveniently the closest one to me. We went yesterday (Saturday) around 1ish, and it was pretty busy (we had to wait in a short line but it moves fast; I have been here before on a random Sunday afternoon when it wasn't a peak meal hour, and there was no line then). All the workers were moving around efficiently to make the food, clean off tables, and count how many people were coming in/leaving to make sure everyone got a seat. My go-to is usually the nikutama udon, but we wanted to try the new limited Tomatama Curry Udon (tomato + egg mixed in curry sauce with chicken katsu on top), so my husband and I ordered a large one to share. The katsu was freshly sliced in front of us, and it was the best part of the whole dish (to me) other than the fresh chewy udon noodles. The sauce was not too strong in curry flavor (just a nice aftertaste of curry to complement the tomato and egg), and it was rich and thick enough to stay on the noodles as you ate. My husband loved the dish so much, he said he could have eaten the whole bowl by himself and wants to go back again just for the Tomatama. I personally love the nikutama one more (so I will probably order that next time), but the Tomatama is solid if you are curious and want to try it before they take it off the menu. read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Tomatama Curry Udon (large) - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

Had a craving for udon and came across this Marugame in LA. Thought I would compare it with the one in SF. Well, at first glance they both look very similar. Although the dining area is much smaller here. Due to lack of staff, the dining area and bathroom are pretty messy. Used paper napkins are littered throughout the floor and bathroom. However, the food was very good. The portion size was also very good. In fact, the taste and portion size is better than the SF location! The kitchen staff was very friendly as well. Overall, I would come back. Just wish they would keep the place cleaner. read more

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The udon noodles are so delicious ! We tried these in Hawaii and was so glad to find out there is a few spots out here in LA. Also the tempura are fire ! Must try spot . read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Creamy broth noodles and crab tempura - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

Had a few issues coming to eat here with some friends the other day. So we LOVE Marugame udon. The noodles are gummy, slippery, and deliciously chewy with a yummy base of broth. We got the most popular dish (Nikutama) and I got it hot, while my friends got it cold. The cold version is refreshing and is perfect for a hot sunny day. We waited for a long while at the counter before being asked on what we would like. It was so long it caused a big crowd to form behind us while we were standing there and waiting. Next, we were disappointed that the kitchen ran out of green onions for the day. That ingredient being out made our dish feel like it was missing that crunch and vitality green onions would usually give to the dish. Finding a table was easy for us and we sat next to the water station near the utensils area. A couple of people asked to get it changed because the water machine was out. I saw them ask a lady, who then asked the dishwasher guy to change it. However, we got grossed us out while waiting for the water get replaced. The water gallon was pulled out by the guy and while we waited, we saw the water dispenser tube was PLACED ON THE FLOOR! We were shocked because that tube is literally what goes inside of the water gallon.. and so we didn't want to drink water anymore after seeing that. Lastly, the broth was also abnormally stronger than usual for all of us. It was dark brown when it should normally be a lighter brown. We soon felt headaches after eating for a while. It felt like the broth concentrate wasn't right and it tasted like the sodium levels felt so high idk.. We pulled through and immediately went to our cars to drink from our reusable water bottles. Meat, egg, and noodles were delicious but there issues made our experience here not the best. read more

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We wanted something quick as we were in a rush. We saw this place and thought, why not? The employees here either don't seem to work well together or they don't like each other or they just simply don't want to be there. There was no sense of urgency from anyone besides the 2nd person who was packing the food. The food itself was mediocre. The warmer for the tempura doesn't keep them warm. The flavor was okay. The honolulu location was definitely much better. The place can also use some housekeeping. read more

Marugame is one of my favorite udon spots because their udons are genuinely really good and it's super affordable. Their restaurant concept is kind of like a cafeteria, you tell the chef what you want, pay at the register, and find a seat. When you're done eating, you clean up after yourself. I always get their creamy broth. It hits the spot everytime read more

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Food was amazing ! Tempura was made fresh and the staff is so accommodating my and sweet! Will definitely be back :) read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

Hard to find good Udon and this place does it very well. You start by picking what type of udon you want and they serve it on a tray and ask if you want tempura flakes (HECK YAH LOAD ME UP) and green onion and as you scoot on down you can get some tempura and other goodies. There is a tempura sauce station near the water. I got the curry udon and it was amazing. Curry was rich and the gyudon wasn't overly sweet, and paired well with the curry. My wife doesn't like curry but she really enjoyed the flavor. Udon was cooked to perfection, with the right amount of bite and springy texture. Wife got the tonkatsu and the broth was flavorful but I preferred the curry. Make sure to add some chili flakes it really brings out the flavors! It is tucked behind the food court so can be a bit tricky to locate. Parking, its a mall its horrible but eventually youll find it. read more

I've been coming to this udon place quite a few times, and I love it! Their tonkatsu ramen is my favorite -- I really don't know why it was discontinued. On my last few visits, I wasn't sure what to get, so today I tried the broth with udon noodles, shrimp tempura on the side, and a soft boiled egg. Unfortunately, after getting home, I ended up very ill and threw up. That said, I'm still giving them a good rating because when I called to report the situation, the manager, Celeste, handled it exceptionally well. She took it seriously, listened carefully, and didn't brush me off. I truly appreciate that kind of care, and because of how they addressed the issue, I feel confident this was a one-off, and I will definitely be back. read more

Came here for udon just for a simple meal and it was just what we needed! It's located in the galleria and near the foodcourt! We had the curry nikutama and the kake! The kake was lighter and the curry nikutama was heavier so it balanced pretty well! But maybe next time I'll just get the regular nikutama because the curry made it especially heavier! Food was solid and workers were friendly and nice! read more

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I had wanted to try this Marugame Udon for the longest time. I remember coming here when they opened up a location here in Glendale. A couple of months ago I was in Hawaii and the Marugame out there had a crazy crazy line. So I knew the next time I was in Glendale I wanted to stop in and try it. It's a pretty interesting concept where you order the food on you want and they will create it for you depending on the different broth you want. And once you have the base udon dish, then they have a section for tempura and musubis that you can get before you get to the register. The portions are surprisingly filling. I got a large thinking that it didn't look that big but once I was halfway through it I figure there's no way I was just going to finish and in hindsight, I should've taken the rest to go. I ordered the Tonkatsu spicy Ramen. Then they asked me how spicy I wanted it and I wasn't too sure how spicy the store is so I went with medium but I felt like I could've gone a little spicier than that. I came here during the week at 2 PM so I wasn't too busy but I've read some reviews where the way it can be kind of long but the line does move fast. It is right next to McDonald's on the first floor so if you're able to see you find a parking spot in the parking structure near there that is probably the ideal location. read more

I really enjoyed eating at this restaurant. It's a really nice pick-your-own food type of restaurant. You pick your type of food at the front of the line and watch the really nice workers make it in front of you. You then get to pick your tempura, which is an extra charge, but definitely worth it! This place is nice if you're looking for yummy udon. I got the tonkatsu udon--super flavorful! read more

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Loved the Udon! We love this place! Our favorite udon to order is the nikutama curry. read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Absolutely amazing! Loved the Nikutama Curry!!!! - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

I come here so frequently but yet somehow I've always forgotten to write a review until now. I know I can always come here for some comfort food, a nice warm bowl of noodles or the sweet beef over rice. The chicken cutlet over rice is also a favorite. They consistently do these dishes very well. Their portion sizes are perfect. If you're feeling extra hungry the day that you come in, order yourself some extra noodles or extra meat. You can also pick up a few of their tempera items from their short line between the end of the noodles and the beginning of checkout. The one thing that bothered me today about my visit was the extremely long line. I did not think that they were so understaffed, but I guess they were just really slammed. I feel like the staff has changed completely. Usually see a lot of of the same people working, but today was very different. The one person that was consistent, however, was the manager. She didn't exactly have the most happy expression on her face today, but I have a feeling it was because of the crazy amount of people who were saving tables in the dining area when they really ask you to refrain from doing that so those people who have their food, already in hand, can sit down quickly to eat And then move on. The line today was tremendous and took a whole lot longer than I thought. The food here is always good. The recipe never changes. The consistency of the noodle is perfect, in my opinion. I like a good thick chewier udon noodle. They've got a new broth, the creamy tonkotsu. I have not tried it yet, but I have a feeling I will be trying it very soon. One thing that was kind of out of the ordinary that I noticed was the mess around the condiment and utensil area. Usually that area is kept very clean and neat. But I guess, like I said, because they got slammed today, that area was especially messy. By the time that I finish my meal and I bust my dishes back to the receiving counter, the area had been tidied up. But still, I was in shock in that first moment that I saw how dirty and disorganized that counter space was. My family and I, tonight, ordered a large beef udon and a gyudon, sweet beef on rice. My lil one also ordered 2 tamagoyaki, tempura style fried sweet egg omelette. This was more than enough for the 3 of us. We'll be back soon. Yum!! Always delicious!! read more

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I usually don't write reviews for chains but I need to remember not to come back here again. First, when I was paying, the woman at the cash register was very standoffish and rude. Then, water dispenser was out of water, so I begrudgingly informed the woman working the register and she audibly signed and rolled her eyes at me. She didn't even say "thanks for letting me know" or something. Literally, she just said "ughhhhhhhh" then proceeded to change it. Second, I was given the wrong food. I ordered a chicken teriyaki katsu and received a chicken curry katsu. I hadn't realized until we started eating and I didn't want to go back to ask for it to be remade because the woman working the register was so rude. The curry was weirdly sweet and not good. I also got tempura and the batter was way too thick and there was no crispiness at all. The pieces were hot out of the fryer and were soggy because the batter was too thick and it was not cooked long enough. The pumpkin tempura was undercooked and the pumpkin was still crunchy inside. I also got an tonkotsu udon. They pre-measured like 20 servings of udon which sat cold on the counter then were placed in the soup. So, naturally, the soup was luke warm. To be fair, the udon noodles themselves were pretty good. read more

I love going here every time I visit the Glendale Galleria. I have visited a Marugame location in Japan before, and this location tastes exactly the same; amazing!!! read more

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This Marugame Udon is located inside the mall right next to the food court. I was doing some shopping recently and decided to stop by for a quick lunch. Luckily, we arrived just as they opened, so the wait was minimal--perfect timing! We ordered the Beef BK Sauce Udon (large) and the Curry Chicken Katsu Rice. The udon was good, and they definitely hook you up with a generous portion of noodles if you get the large. The curry rice was also solid--crispy katsu and rich curry sauce that they thoughtfully served on the side to keep the rice from getting soggy. Overall, it was a great lunch. My only critique would be the texture of the udon--it felt a little flat compared to what I've had at Marugame in Hawaii, where the noodles just seem to have that extra something. We also ended up grabbing a few tempura pieces from the self serve. Still, I'd definitely come back if I'm craving udon in the area! read more

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Got here at 12:30 noon and nothing is ready. We were then instructed to get a table and wait for udon to be ready. 15 minutes later a line formed in front of us. The lady told us to wait never even bother to inform us. Then water fountain is empty, chopstick tray also empty. Cashier charged me for a drink forgot about our drink. i ask where's the manager? Or lack of one......... our usual marugame is located in Arcadia Westfield which is day and night difference compared to this location........ almost feel like they are not from same organization read more

Love this place. This is my go to marugame. Staff here are sweet as can be. Very attentive. In this location due to the smaller area, you must order and get your food before sitting down. Portion are perfect, you'll see the different between large and medium size portion for the udon. Some other location, it's almost the same. For the drink, Love the calamansi. It's very refreshing. read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Nikutama udon. - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

Delicious as usual! The girl who took my order was very nice and so was everyone else my bowl was passed along to. The cashier was incredibly kind too! I got my order to go and they made sure i knew where all the lids and stuff were. I always get the beef nikutama. Its very small but clean in there and easy to find in the mall. Udon perfect as always read more

Megumi Udon at Glendale Galleria is the reason our family keeps coming back to the mall. It's our kids' absolute favorite spot, and honestly, that says a lot. We always order the large udon and load it up with katsu and tempura shrimp toppings. The udon is comforting and satisfying, the katsu is crispy and hearty, and the tempura shrimp are always a hit. Our kids rave about it every single time and ask for it again before we even leave the food court. What starts as a simple meal somehow turns into a full Glendale Galleria trip we come for Megumi Udon and end up spending way more time (and money ) at the mall because it's just that worth it. Reliable, delicious, and kid-approved every time. If you're at Glendale Galleria and want a meal the whole family will love, Megumi Udon is a must. read more

If I could eat this every day I honestly would! I loveeee Marugame and make sure to stop at this location anytime I'm shopping at the Glendale Galleria. I was so bummed when they closed the Beverly location a few years ago but I'm happy they opened this one. The Nikutama (hot) is such a treat! I always say I'll try other items on their menu one day but I never do because you just can't go wrong with this dish. Make sure to load it up with tempura flakes and an egg too. And complement it with the a la carte tempura bar (I recommend the shrimp tempura). YUM! read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Nikutama Udon - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

It's definitely a super kid friendly spot my little guy and I love. The place is clean, org sized and similar to a cafeteria style so you order what you like and slide the tray down as you go. The staff is friendly and helpful. I love the dashi and tonkatsu broth, the udon is not overcooked and has some good chew -- will be back again soon. read more

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My daughter wanted noodles at the mall, so we had lunch here at Marugame Udon at the Glendale Galleria. I thought what we ordered was just ok. I love udon noodles just not from here. In Japan, I use to eat udon weekly, so I have an idea on how I like it prepared. Got the Nikutama to share with the kid. I thought the udon noodles were over cooked (soggy) and the broth on the sweeter side; too sweet. Tempura was old and hard; especially the sweet potato one. We probably came on an off day. I'll try something else next time and see how it goes. read more

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Marugame Udon provides hand crafted udon bowls, tempura, and beverages from a theater kitchen, allowing guests to watch as their food is prepared. Each bowl of udon noodles is made to order to ensure that you are getting the best tasting food. They make udon by hand here! Fresh udon in the mall, no way! Get in line and order your food. I got the Nikutama with udon (Served with Sweet Beef and Soft Boiled Egg). Then you move down the line and find tempura by the piece. Grab and go style. I got the Big Chicken Katsu, Tamagoyaki (Sweet Egg Omelette), and Sweet Potato. YEAH! Loved that the soup and food was still hot when we got home. Everything is great tasting, fast, easy, and if I lived this close like my friend I will NEVER cook again. read more

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3.5 stars for taste, price, and portion. Quality was inconsistent at times; the food seemed better during peak meal hours. This branch of Marugame was located inside the Galleria mall, which offers free parking. How it works: Order at the counter, request your add-ons, grab the fried snacks that you want, and pay at the cash register. The small tables and booths seat 2-4. Find a table and help yourself to water, utensils, sauce, and to-go boxes. When finished, return your tray to the window near the cashier. UDON ORDERED - Curry udon ($9.45 - regular size). The soup curry was disappointing. It tasted like a beef gravy with the scent of curry spices, and it was sweeter than I preferred. The noodles were on the softer side since we arrived at the end of the night. I took my food home and literally washed off the curry. On the plus side, I appreciated the free green onion and tempura crumble. - Nikutama ($12.35 - regular size). This udon tasted like gyudon in soup form! The "BK broth" was a fantastic balance between umami, soy, and bonito. The scoop of beef was soft, fatty, savory, and sweet. It also came with a soft boiled egg. - Beef ($11.35 regular size). I enjoyed the double scoop of the delicious beef, but the dashi broth was just okay. It was light and simple, tasting mostly of bonito. I've had the dashi broth before, and it was more complex back then: a blend of savory, sweet, and briny. Next time, I would try ordering the BK Udon with an extra scoop of beef. TEMPURA ORDERED The various fried tempura were priced at $2-3 apiece. Sadly, the dipping sauce missed the mark for me. It did not achieve the sublime balance of sweet, umami, and soy that you can get at other places. - Chicken Tempura. Despite the uneven dark spots in the batter, the tempura did not taste burnt. It was great! The marinade was flavorful. - Shrimp Tempura. Big pieces of shrimp that were not mealy. The batter was thick, but still on the delicate side. A better dipping sauce would have made this tempura sing. - Zucchini Tempura. The batter was thin and soggy, but the zucchini was tender and flavorful. read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Chicken tempura, shrimp tempura, zucchini tempura, and I think a piece of squid - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

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Sooo good! I door dashed it so I can't give too much info on the restaurant experience but the food was bomb and they packaged it really well if you're thinking about ordering takeout. I got the Nikutama Udon and it was delicious. They have a non egg version of the udon I got and it's cheaper so I'd get that instead because I swear the egg dissolved straight away into the broth and I couldn't even tell it was there. Excited to go back and get more! read more

Broth was salty. Rest of the food medicre. My parents ate here and i decided to get something from the food court and joined them. They both had Ramen. I was told that I couldn't bring my little box of sushi in the future. Really? Last time here. There was nobody in the place. read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California

My friend and I came here for late lunch and it's her favorite place for udon at the mall. There were not a lot of people and the service was fast. I ordered the Nikutama udon and my friend ordered the Tonkotsu udon. I got a squid tempura and she got a sweet potato and a shrimp tempura. We both enjoyed our food and our stomachs were happy! read more

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On a blazing hot day, cold noodles were calling my name, and Marugame Udon at the Galleria Mall hit the spot. This place is buzzing around town and even in Hawaii now! It's a cozy spot where you order right at the noodle station. I tried the Nikutama cold noodles with some tempura on the side. The cashier greeted us with a warm smile, which was a nice touch. The cold noodles were a flavor explosion--perfectly sweet and refreshing. Tempura was decent but had been hanging out under the heat lamp a bit too long. Portion size? Just right for a satisfying meal. read more

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Very yummy! Staff explained the menu to us while we decided what to eat. Prices are super reasonable and the portions are great. First come first serve with the seating, but they do reserve the bigger tables for familys 3+ read more

Marugame Udon - Glendale - Kake with shrimp - Japanese Near Me - Glendale, California