Fast lines, great food, close to a shopping mall, ice machine dont work sometimes, I go here at least once a month with my buddy and it gets better every time. Great spot if you're looking for a place to fill you up for a cheap price. read more

Marugame Udon - 10/10 - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Love this place! Reasonably priced, lots of options for add ons. Bowls are a good size and the udon noodles looked amazing. It's an order at the counter and take your food to the table. It's self serve on the sauces and drinks. The line outside looks a little intimidating but it moves fast. Inside has plenty of seating and no saving seats before you order. But don't stress the tables open up quickly. We did not have to wait. Great option for good food fast. I'll be back. read more

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Wow what an experience. Know the hype sure lived up to the expectations. creamy broth Udon perfect 5/5 fresh bowl of veggies made to perfection 5/5 spam you can get better at the ABC store 3/5 gyoza yummy 4/5 potato croquette OMG amazing for my latino fam ( like a torta de papa ) 5/5 crispy chicken katsu speechless 5/5 definitely a must try when in hawaii! read more

Marugame Udon - creamy broth udon spam , fresh veggies, gyoza, potato croquette , crispy chicken katsu - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I was hesitant to try this since there is one near me and I don't like that location. This one though was much better. The noodles are cooked well and not soggy. Tempura is fresh since they have constant turnover. Good amount of seating inside, however there are some flies since the door is always open. read more

Marugame Udon - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

If you know .... then you know!! The fact that Waikīkī has a Marugame is top tier. If you're lucky enough to catch this place when it has no line or barely a line, eat here! Typically there is a long line that goes all the way down the street. Marugame is known for their udon (hence the name), for it being a "fast food" (I say fast food cause you order in line, get your food in line, then need to find a seat), it is literally one of the best udon spots around the world! Any location you go to there is always typically a line, now that speaks volumes. Located on Kuhio in a small restaurant center, parking is hard to find but there is a parking garage across the street where target is. read more

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Our second time here and while it was a little less lively than last time (no line of women madly making noodles, just one) it was just as good. The udon is fresh and the dashi is amazing. This time, I also had the sweet potato tempura and loved it. This place is busy and expect to wait in line. It's so worth it though. read more

Marugame Udon - Udon and tempura - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Marugame Udon is the perfect spot to hit after a long, draining flight. A warm and comforting bowl of udon will heal you pretty quickly. We rolled up around 6:30 PM last Wednesday, and the line was quite long. Despite this, it moved quickly since the ordering process is essentially fast casual. Marugame Udon has their signature udon options, or you can build your own bowl and add on different tempura sides. NIKUTAMA UDON (REGULAR) - 12.95 With no brain cells left to think, I ordered one of their two most popular options. While the bowl was a tad small, it came topped with sliced beef, fried onions, scallions, and a soft-boiled egg. The broth was sweet and savory, paired with the tender, sweet beef and onions. The udon itself had the perfect chewy texture and soaked up all that flavor like a sponge. Absolutely delicious, I killed that bowl in less than 5 minutes. Marugame Udon isn't a luxurious experience, but it gets the job done. For the price and convenience, the udon was savory and hearty. Great option for a quick meal and worth a short wait. Definitely one of the better udon options in Waikiki. read more

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This place is a must go every time I come to Oahu! Never can go wrong. This time I tried the creamy broth and it was sooo good. Paired with tempura. Chefs kiss. Crab tempura is a fave! read more

Marugame Udon - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This place was highly recommended by several people before we came. So glad we did! The food was so good and service was unbelievably fast. This location had a cool city ambiance and was worth battling the city traffic. If you visit Waikiki this place is a must. read more

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We waited in line because a line usually means something special is waiting at the end. I ordered the curry nikutama and my daughter got the creamy broth udon. The food was delicious! Filling, comforting and so satisfying. Knocking off one star purely for the lack of AC and the beaming lights. I was sweating like a wh*re in church. Other than that, the food was absolutely worth the wait! read more

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Delicious udon with fresh in house noodles. We love the Nikutama and the curry Nikutama. Typically a line during dinner rush but it moves at a decent pace. You walk up, order and then have the option to get tempura sides. Cozy Indoor seating with multiple areas to sit. Thankfully usually when you're ready to sit and eat, others are done and leaving. read more

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Line is indeed long but it really does move fast! Know what you want before you get to the counter. The ladies don't have time for questions! We couldn't find an indoor table so the servers had us seat outside. I didn't mind it because eating outside reminded me of the streets of Vietnam - how Asian street food should be consumed. We waited in line for about 15 minutes and it was worth the wait! Udon was chewy and delicious. I got the nikutama udon which was a sweet and salty broth. My husband got the creamy broth and it reminded me of tonkotsu ramen. The shrimp tempura was the best tempura I've ever had. My only complaint was that my egg came already broken. All of that being said, was it worth a 15 minute wait? Absolutely. But I definitely don't think it's worth a 60 minute wait or longer. read more

Absolutely amazing noodle spot! There was a long line when we arrived, but it moved incredibly fast. As soon as we got inside, we knew this place was going to be something special. Being able to watch them make the noodles in the back, combined with the incredible smell throughout the restaurant, made the whole experience even better. I ordered the curry udon, while my wife got the creamy broth, and we also shared the tempura shrimp. Everything was absolutely delicious. Honestly, this was probably our best food stop on the island. I'll be thinking about this restaurant for a long time. Where we're from, there's nothing even close to a place like this. If you're visiting the island, this is definitely a spot you need to try! read more

Marugame Udon - Udon curry - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I gave this place 3 stars because I am not a fan of Udon at this restaurant it was my first time having it! The noodles were way too thick and dense! It was off putting! The service is cafeteria style with fried tempera style meat and veggie options to get with your Udon! The tempera shrimp and chicken I got was bland and lacked flavor! The broth from Udon was very flavorful. The prices were affordable and portion generous. The lines are long especially at night I recommend having for lunch instead of dinner. It is worth a try the restaurant is small but there is ample seating can get a bit crowded inside! read more

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Where do I even begin?!?! This place is an absolute gem!!! Marugame Udon offers some of the freshest and finest- handmade Sanuki udon on the island! Their noodles are made in-house (following authentic Sanuki traditions from Japan) and cooked daily. Customers order their noodles at the counter, pick their tempura from a self-serve station, and pay at the end. What's even more impressive- patrons can watch the chefs make the food right in front of them (making for a cool dining experience). Highly recommend getting there early- lines are insane! But for the most part, the line moves fast because meals are dished out quickly and guests eat and leave in a timely manner. And prices are relatively low compared to other places. I ordered the #2 Creamy Broth- creamy chicken broth topped with juicy pork chashu and a flavorful seasoned egg 10/10! This was absolute fire!!! My wife ordered the Chicken Katsu- lightly battered, well seasoned and packed with flavor. We also ordered a side of Shrimp Tempura and Potato Croquettes. Both were equally delicious, but the potato croquettes hit the spot with a well seasoned potato mash, encased in a golden deep fried breadcrumb 10/10! It's an absolute must! read more

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This place was amazing. Comfort food at its finest. Sometimes the line can be long but it seemed to Move quickly. You can really make the plates your own by starting with just the udon base and adding on items from the bar as you go. The tempura was the best I've ever had. My husband and I both commented on how soft but crunchy the tempura was. Sometimes it can be too hard but this was perfect. The cashier also took notice that we had a little one and took a tray to our table. They also have someone picking up and guiding where to sit. The place runs very efficiently. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Marugame Udon absolutely lives up to the hype, but timing is everything. If you can, visit during the day when there is little to no line. In the evening, it is not unusual to see the line 40 or more people deep. If you are just grabbing food to go, there is also a separate takeout order window that lets you skip the main line. The udon is fresh, flavorful, and incredibly comforting. I tried several dishes, and while the tonkotsu was not my favorite, everything else we had was excellent. Be sure to save room for the tempura and fried sides because they are just as good as the noodles. My favorites were the potato, sweet potato, and cheese tempura. I am already looking forward to coming back to sample more of the menu. read more

Marugame Udon - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We had to try this place after hearing people tell us about it. The lines were so long when we were walking by but that morning we got in without a wait. There was plenty of seating and the food was good. Everything was fresh and I would recommend. This was actually my first time having udon and liking it this much. Noodles were fresh and soup was hot. All the tempura was fresh and not soggy. The place was clean read more

Marugame Udon - #6 veggie broth w/ a seasoned egg and chashu pork, spam masubi, crab tempura, zucchini tempura, and shrimp tempura - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Saw the line and almost went somewhere else. However, my coworker said "It moves faster than you'd think and it's well worth the wait". Was it ever. The ordering was confusing at first but the staff was nice enough to help/guide with any questions. I was also lucky enough to have my coworker tell me what was good and what wasn't. The food was delish!! The cleaners were really good about clearing tables and keeping up with the fast paced turnover of customers, and it works great. I can't wait to get back. read more

Marugame Udon - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Well, well, well the writing is on the wall. This has great reviews and that's for a reason, this place is delicious!!!!!! This was our first dinner and our first night in Waikiki and I'm already thinking about going back for all of the rest of the nights. We're here that is how good it is. There's always a line, but it actually moves really really really fast, and by the time you chitchat with your companions you'll be at the front in no time. It moves cafeteria style. I got the nikutama, savory beef with chicken Katsu, shrimp tempura and a fried zucchini cause I wanted to feel a little healthy but honestly, I could've just skipped that. My very picky father-in-law even liked it a lot as well 10 out of 10 place. Can't wait to go back. read more

Marugame Udon - Nikutama savory beef with shrimp tempura, chicken katsu, fried zucchini - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We've been here so many times and always loved the noodles, they're very flavorful. But today, we ordered to-go, and unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing. We ordered 3 different types of noodles to go. When we got home, none of the bowls had labels, so we couldn't really tell which bowl of soup went with which type of noodles. Also, there were no chili flakes on the side. I only knew which one was the popular creamy soup because it was easy to recognize. The other 2 orders were both beef soup, but they looked different, so I wasn't sure which was which. Very disappointed with the to-go experience. It's hard to really enjoy the food when we don't even know which soup goes with which noodles. read more

Marugame Udon - Udon noodles. don't even know which soup goes with which noodles. - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Obsessed with this place! Food is always great, especially with the fresh noodles that is made in front of you! Favorite is the tonkatsu with multiple sides of tempura. Have dined in before, it's more self service since you order as you walk in. Line is long, but moves fast, the restaurant is not that large. read more

Marugame Udon - Tonkatsu, crab tempura, potato croquette - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Marugame Udon had been one of my favorite spots to eat until today. I had visited this spot past the busy hour, and the restaurant was not half full. The line was short and efficient. I was able to get in my order immediately. I had ordered kitsune udon with gyoza and tempura shrimp sides. The total is around $16 for anyone who is wondering what price to expect. The quality of the food has been consistent. It's a bit warm inside, but you'll find some good table areas that are cooler. I was disappointed by the service today, especially because there was less people between 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM when I went. The staff had automatically thrown in green onions and tempura flakes, which was not requested. They were just throwing in things without the usual ask they do. Especially, this hurt most when there was a rude lady staff passing out toppings. My family member had kindly requested for green onions a few times, and mind you again, we did not have a line when we entered in, but this lady snickered and ignored her request. I had to sternly request for green onions which eventually happened. The service should not be this way. This is an amazing restaurant, but the experience was utterly ruined from that service experience. read more

It's a rare treat when I fall in love with a place and rave about it so much that I have to have it again. Not only that, but I have to bring my significant other along to share in the deliciousness! I don't know how I'm just now talking about Marugame Udon. When I first came here, my friend and I decided to give it a try because we saw the longest line and wanted to see what all the hype was about. There was a couple in front of us who said they come here every time they visit Hawaiʻi and that it's a must-do stop on every trip. When you walk in, it's a small place. You can watch a team member washing the noodles and portioning them into bowls right in front of you. Then you choose your bowl size, small or large, and select your broth. After that, you get to choose from a variety of fried items and other à la carte options displayed on a warmer. Seating can be limited because of how busy this place gets. You line up to get your food, pay for it, grab your condiments, utensils, and a cup of water, then find a seat and enjoy. I've already been here twice, and after writing about my experience, I need to make a third visit happen very soon! There are not enough days off in a week to enjoy all of the amazing food on this island, but I'm going to do my best to experience as many places as I can. This place is totally worth the 45-minute commute from Wahiawa. read more

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One of our go to spots when we're in town. Always long lines here, so go either early or late for your meal time. If you do end up standing in line when it wraps around the building, don't worry the line goes a bit faster than it looks. The go to here is the nikutama. It's their best seller for a reason. That slightly sweet broth enriched with fresh, thick noodles and accoutrement just hits hard. read more

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Ohhhh myyyy goshhh AMAZING, DELICIOUS! We waited in a fairly long line, but it moved fast. One thing I learned about Waikiki hot spots, just accept you'll be waiting in lines. This spot was worth it though. It's nothing fancy, it's like a conveyor belt of goodness. They make fresh udon in house and you can literally see them making the pasta real time. We ordered the CURRY NIKUTAMA 10/5 Chicken katsu 4/5 Shrimp Tempura 3/5 Cheese tempura 5/5 (A MUST) The food surpassed my expectations and beyond. It was so flavorful, rich, and creamy. It came with a beef, the fresh udon, a curry sauce, egg, and some green onions. The cheese tempura was my fave side it was literally like having a mozzarella stick out tempura style. Amazing. It's a pretty large space inside that can accommodate groups if needed. They also have outdoor seating in the back of the restaurant. I need to come back to Waikiki just for this spot read more

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I rarely get to eat at this location since there's no parking. If I'm here for other reasons, I'll definitely make it work. Lunch was a deal and it was good. Simple and friendly workers. And the tables are always being wiped down once a party is done. Service is amazing. Food is yummy. The price is great. What more could you ask for. read more

Marugame Udon - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Excellent udon. Chicken Katsu Curry was great, though truth be told, I prefer Katsu sauce to curry with this dish. However, nothing wrong with either the Katsu or with the curry sauce. Self-service and SUPER fast food! This is what fast food strives to be had it high-quality food. Ambiance? None. It's about the food...and rightly so. Don't miss this place. read more

Marugame Udon - Tendon - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The long lines here just make sense. You can literally see them making the noodles as you order. The noodles are so good and definitely taste fresh made. You will pick your noodle bowl and then pick up a second plate if you'd like to pick up some tempura as well. The gyoza were especially good. So much food at a great price and it tasted amazing. Not much else to ask for. A definite must go. read more

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I had heard of Marugame and I love udon, so I was excited to try this place. Because they are so well known, I knew they would have long lines, so I opted to go off peak hours and went around 3pm. There were maybe 5 people ahead of me in line who hadn't started placing their order yet. As you're waiting in line, they have large menu signs for you to look at to ponder over what to order. I got the regular sized Nikutama udon, hot, which came with beef, sweet onions, and a soft boiled egg. After you order your main dish, you can add some sides, but I knew the udon would be more than filling, so I didn't get anything else. The Nikutama came with beef, but I didn't love it. I should've gotten the pork chashu, which is my usual go-to. Was this the most amazing udon I've ever had? No, but it's in a convenient location if you're staying in Waikiki and it's reliable. They had a steady stream of customers, but the workers were able to keep things moving fairly quickly - especially important when they're busier! read more

Marugame Udon - Nikutama ramen - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The food is an absolute 10/10 service was top tier and welcoming!! The restaurant was a complete vibe and well lit and inviting!! read more

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Best meal we had in Waikiki, hands down. Simple, comforting and those noodles literally melt in your mouth. The broth with the Kake is so good, as is the Dashi sauce (can't go wrong with either but i'm more of a broth person!). My partner had gotten the chickenkatsu with noodles and he loved it. You can add in things like veggies or chasu if you want. The line initially was off putting but we stuck it out & tbh it moved pretty efficiently. Waited about 30 minutes in line. Seating inside & things move efficiently. You have the opportunity to go down a lunch line type set up (think grab a tray and ask for what you want) and add a variety of tempura to your plate after you order your main. So good we went back twice! read more

Marugame Udon - Kake - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

If you're in Honolulu and thinking about trying Marugame Udon, do it. The noodles were perfectly chewy and fresh, and we both got the Number 1 Beef Udon. Holy crud, it was SO good. The broth was rich and comforting, and the beef had a sweet and delicious flavor. Even though the line looked long, it moved insanely fast, which made the whole experience even better. One of the coolest parts was getting to choose your own tempura cafeteria-style. There were so many options, and everything we tried was crispy and delicious. This was so authentic to the udon I had in Japan. read more

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Long line at the heart of Waikiki. House made fresh noddles (udon style). Get in line, pick your broth/curry and noddles/rice and then you pass by all the fried items. Tempura can be made Fresh per your request. Then one of the staff will help located a table for you. Very touristy place (then again all of Waikiki is). Worth trying - not sure if I would wait an hour in line for. We got lucky and the wait was about 15 minutes which is unheard of! Chicken curry Katsu and Nikutama were both delicious! read more

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Marugame is an absolute must visit in Waikiki! We've been here multiple times and are always blown away by the food. Even though it can get packed, the line moves surprisingly fast, and the staff always manages to find you a table. They even go out of their way to help my kids carry their trays! We love the seamless Japanese ordering concept where you grab your udon and sides like a huge variety of tempura, gyoza, and drinks before paying and sitting down. We've tried the tonkotsu, nikutama, beef, and curry udon, and every single bowl has been packed with rich, delicious flavor. We rave about this place to everyone and it's at the top of our Waikiki itinerary every single trip! read more

Marugame Udon - Curry Sauce - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Can't go wrong with handmade udon, karaage chicken, sweet potato and mushroom tempura. Service is nothing special. Just like a lunch line where u tell them what u want and move on to the cashier. As far as the ambiance it's kind of messy a little dirty. It's the kind of place u just eat and go. Not a place to hangout with people. Pricing went up like 5-6$ but still affordable. read more

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Recently stopped by Marugame Udon and had a delicious experience. We went on a weekday evening and the line stretched outside, but it moved quickly. The cafeteria-style setup keeps things efficient. You grab a tray, order your udon as you move down the line, pick up tempura and sides with tongs, then pay at the end. After that, a staff member helps guide you to a table, and there's a self-serve station for utensils and sauces. Highly recommend grabbing the tempura sauce. Nikutama Udon (5/5): Sweet and light broth that thickens nicely once mixed with the soft-boiled egg. Simple, comforting, and really well balanced. Curry Nikutama Udon (5/5): Richer and more savory than the classic. The curry adds a thicker texture and deeper flavor, making it just as satisfying. Chicken Katsu (5/5): A standout side. Freshly fried, crispy, and surprisingly not oily. Paired really well with the udon. Shrimp Tempura (3/5): Decent, but a bit too much batter compared to shrimp. Still good, just not a highlight. Overall, a fun and efficient dining experience with consistently good food. Definitely a spot worth checking out for fresh udon. read more

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Haven't been back in about 15 yrs. Remembering why now lol- I hate fighting for a table. Holding our food and trying to find a seat is not wassup. Prices, food and very nice staff is 4 stars. Stress of finding a spot and also it's hot inside is why it's 4 stars and not 5. read more

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Fresh Udon! Amazing! Lines can get long and there is a sign that says a NO SAVING SEATS. Can get pretty loud and busy fast. Only issues were the leaking AC vents that are above the tables read more

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Hit the spot! Not sure it lived up to all the hype, but after a long day and being jet-lagged, it was comforting and satisfying. I got the #1 and loved it. Hubs got #9 and added Chicken Katsu Chicken Katsu was the star: juicy, flavorful, not overly breaded, and not greasy. My #1 had great broth flavor, but the meat was a little too fatty for my taste. If I lived here, I might come again, but it's not something I would recommend for someone staying in the area. Much better eats in the area. read more

Marugame Udon - #9 - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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