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    Marugame Udon

    4.1 (398 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Potato Croquette, pumpkin  , sweet potato
    Stacey A.

    Finally got to try this place out. We came on a Saturday around 430p. It wasn't crowded and we were able to take our time deciding what to get. First you order at the counter, then you move onto the tempura bar where you can pick different fried items to add to your entree. These items are an additional cost. Then after that you pay. I got the nikutama which is one of their best sellers which comes with beef and a soft boiled egg. I loved the taste of the beef and the broth was really delicious. Noodles were cooked to my liking. I wanted to love the tempura bar but I wasn't a fan of my tempura being cold. I prefer it being hot and fresh and since it was just sitting there it got cold after a while. I will definitely be back to have more udon. But maybe skip the tempura bar unless they have an option in which I can order it fresh. Restaurant was spacious and clean. Bathrooms were clean as well.

    Large Cheese Katsu Tomatama Udon
    Joy C.

    This is our second time coming to this Marugame location (almost two years later!). The line went by quick, we came at the rush but the staff moved very efficiently through orders. We tried their new item the Cheese Katsu Tomatama udon. The broth was flavorful and thick; it had some sweetness with a kick of spice. The katsu was really crispy and felt freshly fried. The katsu is a pork katsu! The cheese is a cheese sauce mixed with egg. Definitely a more interesting udon dish -- felt reminiscent of a play on tomato and egg dish! We also got the curry nikutama udon which is a classic and my fave! Nothing unusual, the curry soup was thick and had lots flavor especially with the toppings (tempura flakes and green onion). They have a lot of beef in the large portion too! The gyudon was packed to the brim with rice and a lot of beef! They had the sauce on the side and asked us what we preferred. I'd rec getting it on the side in case you're not a fan then you can just not eat it! There's a ton of seating inside and outside! Would definitely recommend coming here and they have different seasonal menu items so always something new and fun to eat :)

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    Annie K.

    On my way to an appointment this place caught my eye. I was famished so I decided to stop in. It was my first time here so I went with their most popular bowl, the Nikutama, loaded with braised beef, tenkasu, green onions, and a soft onsen egg. The noodles are thick, chewy, and clearly made fresh. Broth is clean and dashi-forward. Solid bowl. I also got a spam musubi. It was fine, but the spam-to-rice ratio was not enough in my option. The tempura add-on bar is genuinely a nice touch. Crab meat, cheese, sausage, gyoza, pumpkin, sweet potato, zucchini, potato croquette, chicken katsu, all ranging from about $1.99 to $4.99 per item. Lots of ways to build out your bowl. Service was fast and friendly, Japanese pop in the background, low-key atmosphere. It's a good spot. Not destination dining, but absolutely worth a stop if you're nearby and want something warm and fresh.

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    Yvonne K.

    Marugame is a great place to have udon. The vibe is very modern and the food fresh but the service was average. In all marugame is a great place to go and get dinner.

    Mhae D.

    Love the creamy udon rich, flavorful, and comforting! Service is quick, and the ambiance is so nice and relaxing. They even have a mini park outside for kids to play I really love kid-friendly spots like this!

    Vera W.

    If you're craving comforting Japanese noodles in the South Bay, Marugame Udon is always a solid choice. I stopped by their Torrance location recently and was reminded why this place is so popular. The cafeteria-style setup keeps things moving quickly, but you still get freshly made udon that tastes like it came straight out of a cozy spot in Japan. You walk down the line, choose your udon, then load up on tempura and sides -- dangerous in the best way. We ordered the basic Kaka udon and the classic Nikutama (beef and soft-boiled egg) and the broth was rich, slightly sweet, and deeply savory without being too heavy. The udon noodles were thick, chewy, and perfectly cooked -- that ideal bouncy texture that's hard to find elsewhere. The onsen egg melted beautifully into the broth, making every bite extra silky. Pro tip: don't skip the tempura. The shrimp tempura was light and crispy, not greasy at all, and the vegetable options (especially the sweet potato) were just as good. I also love that you can customize your bowl with green onions, tempura flakes, and sauces at the toppings station. The restaurant itself is clean, bright, and casual -- great for a quick lunch, low-key dinner, or even a solo meal. It does get busy during peak hours, but the line moves efficiently. Overall: affordable, filling, and consistently delicious. If you're in Torrance and want quality udon without the fuss, this spot definitely hits the mark. I'll absolutely be back.

    Number 1, size large
    John P.

    Came through on a sunny afternoon and this meal totally hit the spot. The food was awesome, decent portions of flavorful seasoned meat with udon, a perfectly soft-boiled egg, fresh green onions, and just the right spicy kick. The crispy tempura shrimp on the side was golden and addictive. Everything tasted fresh and satisfying. Service was quick and friendly. The outdoor patio vibe is super chill too, bright red chairs, plenty of seating, and nice open views. Perfect casual spot.

    April V.

    Came last week & the food has always been good at all locations I've been. I feel like the soup is warmer here which I really like! This location seems to not have as many fried side add-ons but still good. I would substitute the gyoza next time

    Chicken Katsu Curry
    Kelly T.

    Food - always a 10/10! Curry udon, beef udon, and the chicken katsu bowl are all so delicious! It was my first time trying the curry bowl and it was really good! Udons are always a 10/10 there. The calamasi iced tea is also very refreshing and good! Service- excellent service! The guy in the cashier noticed my chicken katsu bowl was kinda lacking some curry sauce, he went ahead and added some without me even asking. Very attentive and nice staff! Ambiance- lots of seating, lots of parking as well.

    What happened here...? Udon has no "Koshi" it is over boiled.... Green onion is half bad, boiled egg tasted weird, the utensil/water area is not cleaned for hours... no Tables are wiped.... Simply please have an assigned cleaning person, will make a difference.

    Holy moly, they opened one of my favorite udon spots in Torrance!!!
    Terri E.

    My daughter was feeling sick and I asked her if she wanted ramen or udon noodles, which is her favorite. She opted for udon and I was super stoked to find Marugame Udon located in Torrance. Like when did they open this new location? Found out they opened two years ago, so still fairly new. My first time experiencing Marugame Udon was at their original location in Waikiki, Hawaii. It's almost like an udon version of Chipotle. Lol. We ordered our food online for pick up and it was ready quicker than anticipated. Love this option as it's super convenient ordered our food for pick up at 5:15 PM and it was ready at 5:05 PM. Arrived at the location, which is located in the Hannam Chain Supermarket Plaza in the corner. The spot was spacious and very clean. Typically, you can go up to the counter and order: 1. Choose your noodles. 2. Choose your tempura. 3. Choose your drink. 4. Pay at the cashier. 5. Customize your toppings. 6. Enjoy. Our order was ready at the takeout pick up area next to the cashier. There is also an area to grab utensils and sauces/toppings. The takeout containers kept the noodles separate from the broth, so the noodles were not soggy. Smart. I will say there was minimal beef broth, and curry sauce and wish there was a little bit more. My daughter ordered the beef udon which was quite delicious. The caramelized onions added a nice hint of sweetness to be udon dish. I got the curry udon and added fresh vegetables to my order and as usual the curry was tasty but didn't have enough sauce. I actually ended up adding some chicken broth to lighten the curry sauce and it was perfect. All in all, the udon noodles are always fresh and the flavors are done well. Love me some Marugame Udon!

    Sweet beef Udon Regular w squid/shrimp/Tamagoyaki
    Hannah L.

    Marugame always hits the spot if you're craving soup (esp after a climbing sesh just 5 min away). Around 1:30pm on a Sunday tho, it was busy! All the tables were taken, but luckily were able to snag a table for 5. The line was probably like 8 parties in deep, but it goes fast because they have an efficient system (similar to a factory line lol). Essentially the first step is to order what udon soup you'd like, what size, and if you want all the complimentary toppings (tempura flakes, green onions) or want to add any (spice ball, egg, etc). Then the tempura sides are self serve and they charge you at the end. -Beef, regular ($11.65): I'm actually not a big fan of the meat bc it's sweeter than I would like. I would just get the regular Kake next time Tempura squid has a slight chew to it, and the shrimp is fresh tasting. Dipped in the warm tempura sauce is perf! - BK, large ($7.29): Simple and tasty. Chicken Tempura is nothin special imo. My only gripe is that at this time, they're slow to stock on their tempura. There was only one or two of the ones that I wanted: squid, shrimp, tamago, and chicken. There wasn't any croquettes left tho. There are signs that state to let them know if what we wanted isn't out, but they were so busy.

    This was an amazing meal!
    Jonathan M.

    Great food options and prompt! Food coma worthy! Would definitely recommend to family and friends!

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    We had the Ginger Clam & Creamy Broth. Both SOOO delicious. The place was very clean & spacious. We will be coming back!

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    Ask the Community - Marugame Udon

    Are there gluten free options for the udon noodles?

    Unfortunately unless the flour is gluten free no. But you can call the restaurant to ask but that… 

    Is it open yet?

    Google now says March 11

    When is the grand opening? Edit: google is now saying Feb. 26

    According to FB, Feb 5

    What dish are they known for?

    Marugame the city is located in Kagawa Prefecture on the Island of Shikoku in Southern Japan. Marugame the eatery is known for its cafeteria-style service and open kitchen, specializing in a type of wheat udon noodles that are very popular in… 

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    Pasta Stories

    Pasta Stories

    4.4(94 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    Note: I'm pretty sure this is a cashless business--there was no cash register, and the tablet…read moreordering system didn't offer a cash payment option. I like this place. Sometimes you crave a quick pasta meal but think your only choice is a sit-down restaurant. Pasta Stories is a fast-casual spot in the Tokyo Central food court. The process is simple: step up to the counter; order and pay on a tablet device; and grab a seat in the food court. They'll call you when your meal is ready. I tried the "Osaka," spaghetti with Wagyu beef meat sauce. The pasta was al dente, and the sauce was flavorful but lighter than most restaurants--less salty, with more subtle flavors. Browsing the menu, you'll find all the meals competitively priced compared to fast-food combos. However, each bowl is made to order and leans more toward scratch cooking than the processed fare you'd get at a fast-food restaurant. One last thing: I tend to avoid ordering pasta to go because if the kitchen isn't careful, ithe pasta keeps cooking and soaking up moisture during the commute. That's not a problem here. When they know it's a takeout order, they adjust their cooking and package the pasta nicely. The bottom line is you won't end up with soggy pasta when you get home.

    Pasta Stories is a food stand located inside Tokyo Central at Pacific Coast Hwy & Hawthorne (close…read moreto Rolling Hills Estates). Each pasta is inspired by a different region of Japan and this is one of the few places in Los Angeles / Orange County that serves fast casual Japanese pasta. [Parking]: Plenty of parking spots within the parking plaza. [Ordering]: Customers place an order via a kiosk and pick up their order at the counter. [Menu]: The most classic pasta is Napolitan Spaghetti (Yokohama). Yelp's top highlighted dishes are Wagyu Beef (Osaka), Seafood Pasta (Ehime), and Matcha Cream (Kyoto). *** "Kyoto" Matcha Cream (Chicken - $15.50) & "Osaka" American Wagyu Beef Meat Sauce ($15.50): I personally liked Kyoto better than Osaka as the Kyoto pasta tasted a bit creamier with the matcha cream. Osaka was not bad, but it was not my favorite flavor profile. Each portion was just right so don't expect any leftovers to bring back home. *** Honestly I can see myself revisiting here and cycling through their menu. A solid Japanese pasta spot for anyone to stop by without breaking the bank.

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    Sodam Boba & Poke Cafe - Mango Fruit Tea

    Sodam Boba & Poke Cafe

    4.8(210 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    I was really excited to see that they offered Onigirazu and Okinawa style musubis, because I love…read moreboth of these items but they're not really offered anywhere close to me. The only place that does okinawa musubi that I knew of is in koreatown, and I don't know of any spots that does onigirazu in LA. The okinawa style musubi was amazing and monstrously thick, thicker than some burgers I've had. I really enjoyed the shrimp tempura onigirazu as well, and will definitely be back to try the other varieties. I once traveled for 40 min in New York to try out a spot that also had shrimp tempura onigirazus, but they were only sold prepackaged and cold, so it's such a bonus to have them made fresh. Owners were extremely friendly and offered a large cup of cold water when I picked up my food which is a god send in this heat wave we've been experiencing. This is such a friendly and affordable mom and pop shop, and my platonic ideal of a restaurant. I would be a regular here at least twice a week if I was a resident, I'm jealous of the locals that can frequent this gem anytime they want.

    I love finding hidden gems like this and supporting small businesses!…read more It's a small place and tables are limited but portions are very generous and the quality was good. I was especially surprised how good the salad was in the poke. Normally poke places just throw some veggies and call it a day but Sodam really made the effort to make the entire plate elevated. Although limited staff, the cashier was still attentive and asked if I needed anything or water which I appreciated very much. It seems like most people order online so I will try that next time!

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    Sodam Boba & Poke Cafe - We are selling Onigiri (Okinawa style with Spam and egg) for $4.99. It's big and delicious for the price! Give it a try! Thank you!

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    We are selling Onigiri (Okinawa style with Spam and egg) for $4.99. It's big and delicious for the price! Give it a try! Thank you!

    Japonica - Redondo Beach - Sunny patio is open!

    Japonica - Redondo Beach

    4.5(1.8k reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    This time we changed up and both ordered the White Lightning roll (seared albacore, tempura white…read morefish tempura asparagus, kanikama garlic butter soy, chive). After our appetizers the roll was really filling and entirely delicious. Its presentation was elegant and its mixture of sauce and butter made this dish exceptional.

    Service was friendly and attentive, and we were seated right away on a recent Monday night. We've…read morepassed by Japonica many times and finally decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, the food was just okay overall. We started with the Salmon Skin Salad, but the salmon skin pieces were pretty thick and chewy compared to the crispy, crunchy ones I've had at other restaurants. There was also a little too much crab meat used as filler on the salad. We did enjoyed the Brussels sprouts, but the Shrimp Yakisoba was surprisingly bland and didn't have much flavor. We also ordered two rolls that didn't have rice. One was the Final Fantasia, and I honestly can't remember the name of the other one. Because they were wrapped in soy paper and had quite a bit of sauce, they ended up being soggy rather than having the texture I was hoping for. Unfortunately, these also had quite a bit of imitation crab meat as filler. With the overall quality and portions, I felt the dishes were a bit overpriced. There are definitely other sushi restaurants in the South Bay that I would choose over this one. Even though the service is good, the food just didn't impress us enough to make us want to come back.

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    Japonica - Redondo Beach - Bluefin Samurai. Bluefin tuna on top with Spicy tuna w/ponzu & chili sauce. Enjoy mixture of torched & raw sushi interplaying in your mouth

    Bluefin Samurai. Bluefin tuna on top with Spicy tuna w/ponzu & chili sauce. Enjoy mixture of torched & raw sushi interplaying in your mouth

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    Ryla - Korean Spare Ribs

    Ryla

    4.3(594 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    •$$$

    Had an amazing dining experience here at Ryla!…read more MUST get the Hokkaido milk bread to start. Came during dineLA so some people in our group opted for that menu - was a great way to sample their most popular dishes. I opted for the Meiji Soymilk Miso Ramen - such a unique take on ramen I had to try it. The broth was so creamy and could not tell dairy was not used. The blistered green beans were so flavorful and crispy as well. Everything was delicious and came out super hot. Came for a birthday celebration and all the staff signed a birthday card which was very sweet - a fun personalized touch that I haven't seen at other restaurants. Definitely a nice place that will make celebrations extra special!

    4.5 stars. Amazing food. We had some great cocktails and food for lunch over the weekend…read more For the cocktails, I really liked the Grandma's Cigarettes and Alexander the Grape. For the food, the Hokkaido milk bread was amazing. Hot chicken karage was excellent. The pork bun bao and tuna poke tostada were also very tasty and flavorful. The fried rice was excellent too, It was really well done, balanced, and had great flavor. I would order all of these things again. Of course, the thing that I was super impressed by was the matcha tiramisu that they have. The presentation, the taste, and the balance: you can actually taste the matcha, but at the same time, it's not too much matcha, and it's not very sweet. That was very well done. It was a beautiful day, so we sat outside in the small area that they have just at the entrance. The bar area and the special room that they have all look so wonderful. The only thing that I got a little surprised by was that the bathroom was really dark. Of course, the fact that I was sitting outside in the sun and going straight to the restroom, which was very dark for about a minute or two, meant I really could not see anything in there. The two things that we did not enjoy, per se, were the oysters and the salmon nigiri.

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    Hoikkado Milk Bread

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    Ladybug Café - Chicken katsu

    Ladybug Café

    4.4(519 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    •$$

    Why has no one told me about this gem??…read more As soon as you enter the restaurant, it feels like your grandparents home. I mean that as a compliment, follow my train of thought now. There is so much love, so much heart that is put into the food. Additionally, the amount of food is coma sending. I finished the food and was so ready to take a nap in the warm weather. It's literally like eating grandma's food when youre a young child. The spicy tuna came out first and we were shocked at how delicious the fish was. There wasn't a lot of rice which I appreciated and that fish had a bit of a kick. Pair that with some wasabi shoyu and you're tasting some real goodness. The spam musubi was solid with the furikake. My only gripe was that it had a bit too much rice which could have been better balanced with a thicker slice of spam. Regardless, it was solid. Now the star was the chicken combo. Boy oh boy, that Ladybug Fried Chicken was amazing. The batter had so much flavor and added to the juicy chicken. Pair that with you salad and mac salad.. oh my.. youre tasting a slice of Heaven! Fair warning, there is some grinded celery in the mac salad, so if youre allergic then let them know. Otherwise, that aroma of celery added so much depth to the mac. I can't emphasize enough, there is so much love in the food and the servers take gooooood care of you. It was also amazing to see how much attention to detail the owners put in the restaurant. There is ladybug decor all throughout the place and hand drawn papers from customers. It was really neat to see how much love they receive from their customers.

    location has their own parking lot quite an expansive menu…read morewhich is great for the whole family classic Hawaiian Japanese favorites available all indoor seating dishes are made fresh and are seasoned nicely the loco moco could use more gravy but the patty is seasoned too service is good they do give you privacy place is good for groups too fixed service charge for large parties

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    Beef stew

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    Taishi Hainan Chicken - Mixed chicken plate, half fried, half Hainan with ginger, garlic rice

    Taishi Hainan Chicken

    4.4(1.4k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    •$$

    This place is a gem. It's a small location with big flavors. Location is always neat and clean…read more We've taken our food to go and we have dined in. When you dine in they bring metal cups with an icy cold carafe of cold water to your table. Customer service is efficient. The person behind the counter is very soft spoken and gives you a slight smile but gets your order correct every time. Hands down so don't argue with me they have the absolute BEST orange chicken. It has a slight crunch on the outside while tender and juicy in the inside. The orange sauce is perfection. It has a great balance of salty and sweet without being overly sweet like an orange candy. It's not tart and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. They put the right amount of sauce so it is not drenched. Pair it with the garlic rice and the salad that crops and fresh no dressing is even needed. Order this and you will be happy. The regular white rice is good too! The Zapp chicken is crunchy, juicy and spicy. I normally cannot eat spicy but this one is perfect. Since my 24 year old son told me about this restaurant I've been here four times in the past month. Simply delicious!!!

    This was my 1st visit since the COVID era and it appears that Taishi Hainan Kitchen now shares the…read moresame kitchen with Tea 9 and Blossom Ramen. In addition, Taishi Hainan Chicken also opened another location in Long Beach. [Parking]: The parking lot is fairly small and is shared with Chicken Maison, but there is usually a spot available to park. [Ordering]: There's a kiosk to place an order at the cashier counter and I didn't pay any additional fee. However if customers order online via Chowbus, then there is a $1 online ordering fee. I received my order in less than 10 minutes as I was the sole customer. [Atmosphere]: Casual dine-in atmosphere and nothing to write home about. [Menu]: For their signature Thai-style Hainan Chicken, customers can order original, fried, or mixed chicken. There is no longer a Yelp check-in offer for free Herbal Chicken Soup, but it remains another popular order. *** Mixed Hainan Chicken Rice ($15.72): This order came with two sauces - one dark & spicy soy sauce (good for fried white chicken) and one sweet & sour sauce (good for original white meat). I personally prefer the fried over the original. Decent portion and enough to feed 1 adult. Herbal Chicken Soup (with spicy dipping sauce - $9.65): This is a really nice soup to drink when you have a cold. The broth had 5 herbs - Codonopsis, Rhizoma, Goji Berry, Dioscorea, and Astragalus. The chicken soup also had mushrooms and the broth was very savory. *** Overall still a solid 4 stars for the Hainan chicken rice and herbal chicken soup. This is one of those places I wouldn't mind stopping by again if I am looking to switch things up with what I want to eat for the day.

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