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    Marugame Udon

    4.5 (14.1k reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Noodles, Soup
    Closed 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Curry Sauce udon
    Ang S.

    The best udon I've ever had ... again! The noodles are made fresh and have the perfect texture. The ordering process is simple and fun. Grab a tray, order your udon (broth or curry), then grab a plate and use the tongs to choose from the delicious selection of fried items, all cooked to crispy perfection. After paying at the cashier, pick up your utensils, sauces, and drinks before heading to the table they assign you. Then, it's time to dig in! The kids absolutely loved the chicken katsu, and I honestly loved everything we ordered. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. If you're looking for authentic, freshly made udon, this place is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back!

    Plain udon with side of gyoza and spam masubi
    Natalie T.

    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.

    Jessica M.

    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!

    Scotty T.

    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.

    Do u guys see the hair in the fish cake sign too!
    Virgie L.

    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.

    Keisha L.

    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

    Jasmine G.

    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.

    Melanie B.

    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.

    Trendy D.

    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

    AmberAyame T.

    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.

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    KingMickey t.

    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.

    Number 9 kake, chicken katsu, cheese tempura, gyoza
    Taylor C.

    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.

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    Miranda N.

    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!

    It was so good. I had the number one.

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    Taste good and quality. Long line but fast served food. I will go back again. My daughter love udon also she will give. 5

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    Ask the Community - Marugame Udon

    Are all of the broths made of beef and pork? I eat fish, chicken eggs etc.

    The miso and tan tan udon are both vegan. The dashi is also pescatarian-friendly.

    Does the beef udon have eggs because I can't eat eggs?

    You can just get the niku (beef) udon The NikuTama is the one with egg. Both are really good

    Do they have high chairs?

    Yes! they do. They're located near the "exit" at this location

    Is there any chicken udon option, like the broth can be made of chicken?

    There are no chicken Udon Options, Beef and Pork

    Where do people park? Are there any suggested places?

    International marketplace! If you buy something from somewhere (usually minimum of $10), they'll validate your parking.

    How is this place halal or is it not?

    There are certain location of this place that are halal, so please just call and ask, they are very nice.

    Do they offer gluten free noodles?

    From my understanding, they do not.

    Coming with my large family of 15, what time would be the best time to come?

    Maybe around 3pm. That was the only time I didn't see a line when I was there last week

    Hello, are you taking reservations for April 2022?

    From previous experience, no reservations. Lineup or do delivery, like Uber Eats or Door Dash.

    What are the ingredients in the Kama-age dipping broth?

    Secret

    Is it open for the 25th?

    Dec?

    Do you have an gluten free udon options?

    Rice noodles are available - which are gluten-free. That's not to say there is no cross-contamination with wheat or other gluten-bearing foods (if you are truly allergic to gluten), but yes they have noodles that are not made with gluten. You can… 

    Is it MaruKame or MaruGame? And is it the same one they have at San Francisco Stonestown mall?

    It's both. The name on the outside of the building is Marukame, but it's the same as Marukame in SF.

    Do the have vegetarian broth I don't eat meat, I'm not vegan just no meat?

    The broth that I had was fish based.

    Do they have reservations?

    No reservations. It's cafeteria style serving. You get your food in a line, pay, then find a table.

    What time does it open?

    11:00am

    Can you make a reservation?

    They don’t take reservations. I hear the least busy time, about 30 min wait, is 1pm-2pm.

    Gluten free option?

    The udon has wheat and they only have one kind and u will see it being made there. But they do make shrimp tempura and fish cakes there. Not sure what kind of flour is used for the batter.

    Are there vegan and gluten free options?

    What udon do you recommend?

    Kake is the standard. I think it's great, and you can add your toppings of choice

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