Huge thanks to Andre Boyd for the fantastic service. I was impressed by his initiative; he noticed we might need assistance and came over to help without being asked. It's rare to see that kind of attentiveness at the registers. He made our visit seamless. read more

Overall: 8.5/10 Food: 8/10 I got the #5 Creamy Broth which was a creamy chicken broth topped with juicy pork chashu and a flavorful seasoned egg topped with free self serve tempura flakes, green onion, and ginger. I asked for a spice ball for the soup on the side. The soup was rich and creamy as the name suggested. The pork chashu was average at best. It lacked flavor and color. The noodles were thick and al dente and absorbed the broth very well. I would not recommend mixing the tempura flakes into the broth as it makes them soggy and they no longer have the crunchy texture to contrast the noodles. For tempura I got a steamed egg tempura, shrimp tempura, and potato tempura. The egg tempura definitely reined supreme. Would heavily recommend a tempura sauce which they happened to run out with today. The vegetable tempuras were all bland. Would not recommend. If you do get the tempuras, eat them before the main dish so the richness of the main dish doesn't ruin the delicate flavor of the tempura. Atmosphere: 9/10 Tables were cleaned and bussed regularly. There were plenty of tables where we didn't really have to wait after getting our food. The tables were kinda close to each other and the restaurant was packed on a Saturday night at 7 pm. It was very loud and we could not hear the music in the background and had to speak up when talking to each other. Service: 9/10 Self service similar to chipotle where you order at the counter and they make it in front of you and all the individual components of each dish are premade. Unlike chipotle, once they give you the main dish in a tray, there is a self serve Tempura bar where you pay by piece. read more

Marugame Udon - Creamy broth udon with egg tempura, shrimp tempura, potato tempura - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Marugame Udon, a well-known Japanese udon noodle chain now in Tukwila, WA! Last time I had it was in Hawaii. We ordered the Curry Nikutama and Nikutama. Both had sweet beef and the option for soft boil egg. I had the curry broth and the other was a light, clear broth. A MUST try--tempura & soft boil egg is necessary! Honestly any of the tempuras would be amazing with your meal. Service is easy and quick, order in the beginning and go down the line. Love the bright decor and lots of open seating. Will always recommend marugame! read more

when i first had Marugame Udon in hawaii, i was OBSESSED. the noodles, the broth, the tempura everything was just mwah, perfect. it honestly became a must stop every time i visit. so when i saw Marugame Udon, i had to go... but it just didn't hit the same. i don't know if it was an off day or what, but i left kinda disappointed compared to what i remembered. definitely skip the tan tan udon that one was a miss for me. it just doesn't taste the same as it did at the hawaii location. the nikutama was okay, nothing crazy but still decent. i'd probably give it another shot another day to see if it was just inconsistent, because i know how good it can be. read more

Marugame Udon - Tukwila Location TanTan - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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Marugame Udon was introduced to me by a friend in LA when we visited. I didn't quite grasp the hype at the time but I've grown to appreciate it. Udon is fresh, fast-food style, and fairly affordable. Add-ons such as tempura can add up quickly, but aren't needed for a solid meal. Even if the line looks long, they're efficient and move quick. With the fast food style, there's not much service so be sure to bus your own table afterwards. Plenty of parking being the Southcenter Mall, and plenty of activities to do before or after. Lots of dessert, Round 1, and the entire mall is easily accessible. Washroom (restroom) available inside the restaurant not tied to the mall, which is nice. read more

Marugame Udon - Udon - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Marugame always hits the spot. Every time. It's so good. The tonkotsu is amazing. Flavor is amazing. Service is so fast. Inside seating is plentiful. read more

Marugame Udon - Creamy Broth Udon-Tonkotsu Style - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

This was my first time at an udon restaurant and I ordered the kake broth with an egg. I LOVED the chewy noodle texture, the mild flavor of the broth, and the perfectly soft boiled egg. I tried a couple of the fried foods and the potato croquet was yummy, but I didn't like the breading on the chicken. I don't love fried meat in general and I wished that they had more non-fried, lean meat options to add to the ramen since I don't eat red meat, but aside from that I enjoyed this meal! read more

Marugame Udon - Kake - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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We finally got to try this place and it did not disappoint. We came during lunch time and it wasn't too busy. They have a large dining area so there was plenty of seats and it wasn't too loud. Food wise, you order the bowl you want first and then tells them any add ons you want. Then you get to choose if you want any fried stuff. We decided to try a few. Since we don't come to this area often, we splurge a little and got more things and it adds up. 2 bowls + 3-4 fried items for $46. If you are just coming for the udon, the prices aren't too bad. We got: Nikutamaa : love the broth, but it can get sweet after a few bites. Egg was soft and nice. Meat was a little tough Creamy udon: broth was good, chasu was on the tough side. Udon was good. Tempura: we got egg, shrimp chicken and a katsu chicken. I was surprised at how juicy the katsu was. The egg one was probably the favorite among the tempura items but they were all pretty good We ate these a little too fast so we definitely felt the fullness really fast as well. Overall, a pretty good place for udon. Would come back if in the area. read more

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Everything was delicious! The chicken tempura was perfectly tender and moist. The outside breaded part is very light and not very crunchy. I thought it was very nice, especially dipped in the tempura sauce. The croquette & zucchini were also good. The eel in the eel & beef rice bowl was so tender, it broke apart easily and was melt in your mouth delicious. The beef in the beef tomatoes curry rice bowl was tender. The beef katsu was tender, and my husband loved the dish. He put chili oil on top, and it originally had some spice, so it was too spicy for me. The beef bolognese udon was creamy and as my husband described, a little slimy. It was rich and flavorful. read more

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Food was so great! It tastes really good and no wait! Just wanted to say, but the pictures on wall are really awesome :D read more

Marugame Udon - Beef and Eel Bento Box, Pineapple Sunrise, Creamy Ramen Broth, Crab Meat Tempura, oolong tea - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

We stopped here to check this udon shop out. It's like a cafeteria style setup. You tell the m what you want. The noodles are all handmade. On a tray. They put the noodles with the broth you choose. And then you go down the line and pick what additional add ons you want for an additional price. It was a very tasty udon noodles. I absolutely didn't need any add one and just savor the yummy udon and soup. The udon was springy to the mouth. Very tasty and delicious Highly recommend this. Easy for a quick and go lunch. Especially when you are at the mall. read more

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One of the most affordable, but satisfying meals in the area! I ordered my usual Kake Udon and Tamagoyaki tempura. Also grabbed a giant Imitation Crab tempura which I haven't seen at my usual location in LA. They do allow you to request fresh tempura if the kind you want isn't ready, but be prepared to wait 5+ minutes if you choose to do so. As with other locations, the water and condiments were all self serve. Despite the lunch rush, we were able to find a table easily and the restaurant itself felt clean. The quality and taste of the food were great as well. I definitely walked out with a warm and full belly! read more

Marugame Udon - Kake udon with tamagoyaki and imitation crab tempura - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Marugame is a classic spot - I've been to many locations in other areas. They're great if you need a quick, affordable, and comforting meal but I wouldn't expect anything outstanding. I got the new menu item, the tomatama udon, which was a tomato curry broth with a piece of fried chicken on top. This was imo one of the most worth it items as you essentially get a massive piece of chicken on top of a curry base, which was super filling altogether. While the broth was good, I didn't think the flavor was that outstanding - it was missing some depth. I really enjoyed the chicken though as it was juicy and crispy. Good for a quick meal, and for large groups! read more

Marugame Udon - Tomatama - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Best Udon around. Found this place on Waikiki in Oahu and learned there was one 15 minutes from my house at the mall in tukwila Wa. Clean, friendly and great atmosphere. Thank you Marugame Udon read more

came back a year later after the food poisoning incident from uncooked tempura batter to see if they ironed out the issues, and what a relief, everything is smooth, easy, and delicious. Lunch rush on a week day was pretty mild, noise level is high but no line out the door. The nikutama is delicious and made very well. The server was fast with it and the restaurant was overall very clean. Appreciated the server coming by to ask if everything was OK even after we sat down. Will come back to try their beef tomato soup! read more

Marugame Udon - Nikutama - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

I like the concept of Marugame Udon, I just was not a fan at all of the curry. The sauce was way too sweet for a curry; I almost felt like I was drinking straight sugar shoyu. I did like the amount of toppings you can add; the self-serve model is nice. I would definitely not get the curry again. The katsu was just alright. read more

Marugame Udon - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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When I found out Marugame Udon was opening up in WA, I was jumping for joy in the inside. After trying it for the first time in Hawaii, I would find myself constantly craving a bowl of steamy udon noodles from here. During its grand opening, it was really busy and lines were long but now that the hype has slowed down, the wait to order has been pretty manageable even during peak hours. The ordering system is efficient and the menu is easy to read. You order down the counter and then grab a seat after you gather your utensils. I typically order the nikutama with Bk sauce which is also the most popular option here. The flavor is always consistent even compared to the location in Hawaii. The beef is by far the winner. It's so sweet, soft and mouthwatering with a nice texture. The curry and tonkatsu udon are a few of my other favorites. Portions are HUGE. I can eat a lot for my size and the regular size is more than enough to make me stuffed. They offer an app where you can earn reward points to redeem for side orders and even a bowl of udon. read more

Marugame Udon - Miso Udon - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

I stopped by Marugame Udon for the first time in a while around 6 PM. The dining area was more than half full, but surprisingly, there was no one in the ordering line. I spotted their "Most Loved" item -- the Creamy Chicken Broth Udon -- and decided to go for it. The staff were warm, friendly, and quick. Within seconds, my bowl of creamy chicken broth udon with a seasoned egg and two slices of pork chashu was handed to me. I added green onions and crunchy tempura bits from the topping bar, which is one of the things I enjoy about Marugame. At the register, the cashier suggested trying their chili paste (an extra $0.75), so I gave it a try. It had a flavorful heat that complemented the broth nicely. A little goes a long way, and I even brought the rest home. The udon itself was rich, smooth, and comforting, with a creamy chicken broth that felt both hearty and mellow. The pork chashu and seasoned egg were perfectly seasoned, making the whole bowl very satisfying. Even though it had been a while since my last visit, I felt that both the service and the udon had improved compared to before. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying another dish. read more

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This is a fast food type of place. You get in line and order and move down. Good: Udon noodle texture was so good! Loved each bite of the chewy, thick noodle. They are freshly prepared in front of you. Make sure you top it off with a soft boiled egg! Just Ok: The tempura offerings. There wasn't many choices when we went (close to opening time). What I got was just ok. Shrimp tempura wasn't hot enough, not crunchy enough. Karaage was dry and hard, also not hot enough. I'm not sure but maybe you can order them instead of grabbing it from the hot plates. I am probably spoiled because I am comparing the tempura to Tendon Kohaku. Hehe. Takeaway: I'd go back for some fast yummy noods. read more

Marugame Udon - Fat Udon Noods. Yum! - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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There was one point where they were still new to opening up that I would eat here on a weekly basis! That's how much I like it, I mean nowadays I wanna try something new so I eat here only every now and then. The seating can be a lil tricky when they get super super busy since you choose where you wanna sit and if it's not too cold out I mean I'd say to sit on their outside table. The service goes by pretty quickly since you just tell them which one you'd like and you can see them prepare everything right in front of you. The ambiance of the place is really clean. read more

Marugame Udon - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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There's so many food options here but I never regret coming to Marugame. The food is always consistently good all across the board. I've tried the Nikutame, Kaki, regular beef and the new creamy chicken broth with chashu and it's all excellent. The flavor and udon texture is always perfect. I love the tempura area too. The chicken tempura is my favorite. It's oh so soft and juicy with thick tempura batter around it. Everyone here is always nice and service is efficient. If I had one gripe it would be the indoor flies. They should invest in some fly zapper so the flies can stop pestering us while we enjoy the delicious food. read more

Tasty, affordable, fast udon. Love that they handmake these noodles - everything tastes very fresh and I've never been disappointed by Marugame. I've had this chain in Taiwan as well. I get the same thing every time: the Nikutama udon, hot. Would highly recommend this to any udon lover. If you've had U:Don it's similar in the way you order but obviously a lot better. You can also get tempura by the piece once you order your udon. The free ginger and fried bits you can add as well are great. I've had no problems with the service - they're usually friendly and efficient, dealing with a lot of people at once whenever I go. The ambiance is casual and quick, I'd recommend going to Round One afterwards or walking around the mall it's connected to. read more

Probably more worth it to come here when there's no line so that you can eat it as it's meant to be: a fast casual spot. Luckily I didn't have to wait too long coming in on a weekday dinner. The udon noodles did have a great texture but the soup broths didn't necessarily stand out to me. They're kinda standard broths and I didn't really feel inclined to finish even as a soup loving person. The tempura you can grab yourself was nice and crispy but also nothing that stands out. Overall a decent option for a quick meal (if there's no line lol) in the area if you're craving simple tasting food. read more

Marugame Udon - Creamy Broth Udon-Tonkotsu Style (regular size) - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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Marugame Udon is located on the outside of Southcenter Mall in Tukwila. The restaurant has been opened for a year (almost?). I recently visited since the lines were pretty long when it first opened. When you arrive, you let one of the employees know what you would like to order. They begin to get the order ready and slide the tray over to you, so you can add any other additional items and sides. I ordered the Nikutama (sweet beef and soft boiled egg) Udon. It is definitely on the sweeter side and it was surprising. I didn't know how sweet it would be. I still enjoyed it. I loved the bouncy texture of the noodles. The broth was light and comforting. At the time, it wasn't full inside the restaurant, but it got pretty busy. There is seating available inside and outside of the restaurant. It's helpful that they have a separate line for those who want to order to-go. read more

Marugame Udon - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Quick service. Got the nikutama udon and chicken katsu curry. Both were good. Also unlimited tempura flakes and scallions. Also lots of tables to eat at. Loved the chewiness of the udon noodles. Chicken katsu had a good crisp and was moist in the middle. Good vibes all around. read more

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I'm not a fan of udon but this place does it so well! This is a cafeteria-style udon shop next to the mall. As soon as you walk in, you line up and let them know which signature dish you want. Down the queue there is tempura to pick from, and you can add a "fireball" or drinks at the end of the register. Free Tempura sauce and water cups are available after you pay. You also can choose wherever to sit, and send down your finished udon bowls to the back when you're done. - Nikutama (4/5): subtly sweet and tender beef. the udon was chewy and heavenly ! - Chicken Tempura (5/5): lightly battered, crispy and light - not oily whatsoever and the dark meat was still juicy despite it sitting under the heat lamp of death I'm vacationing from the east coast so I would say it was worth a visit - great udon spot :^) read more

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Fantastic udon place! Noodles are nice and thick and you get a ton, I had the vegan broth so it also had veggies and a ground tofu kinda thing. You go through it in a pick and choose manner which is really fun. The staff is nice, indoor and outdoor seating, and cool wall art. Super would recommend read more

Marugame Udon - Bar choices - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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I've been to other marugame locations (LA and Bay Area) where i also ordered the Nikutama, and those were amazing. This location lacks a little on comparison. The udon was cooked longer than my liking so it wasn't bouncy and it was too soft. I also got the sweet potato tempura which wasn't very crispy. The flavor of everything was delicious though and you get your food fast. read more

Marugame Udon - Nikutama, sweet potato tempura - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Good to know Marugame expanded to Washington! Two of us ordered: large tonkotsu udon $13.95 large nikutama udon $13.95 calamansi $3.50 chicken tempura $2.85 hawaiian passionfruit punch $3.50 No line when we went Friday afternoon for a late lunch. Food was a bit slow to make. Not sure if staff was still training. Definitely can have some trouble with parking due to mall. read more

Im happy to say that my friends and I finally made it to Marugame Udon, about a year after it first opened. For those who may be unfamiliar with Marugame, Marugame is a popular udon chain and this is their first location in Washington (their other locations are in California and Hawaii). Their Waikiki, Hawaii location, in particular, always has a line of tourists out the door and so I never got a chance to try it until now! Marugame keeps its menu fairly simple. They have 14 different udon and rice entree items including Nikutama (sweet beef with soft-boiled egg), Kitsune (tofu skin), Tonkatsu (pork), and Curry (both on rice or udon). They are best known for their NIKUTAMA UDON ($13.49 for regular size) and so that's what my friends and I ended up ordering. Marugame is a counter-style service and so you order your noodles (which they make right in front of you!) and then take your tray to go choose the tempura of your liking and pay at the end. Their tempura choices include jalapeño, shrimp, tamago, sweet potato, pumpkin, potato croquette, green bean, and chicken katsu. Each are priced individually. They also have green onion and tempura crunchies for free at the end in addition to self-serve tempura sauce and spicy pepper flakes. The NIKUTAMA UDON broth was super flavorful, sweet, savory, and umami. The noodles were cooked to perfection- chewy, slippery, smooth? and slurp-able! The beef was cut thinly, tender to chew, and really soaked up the flavors from the broth. The egg was creamy and cooked just right when stirred into the broth. The regular portion was also just right and I was definitely full by the end of it! The tempura was fantastic- nice and crunchy and not overly oily! My friends and I lucked out as we happened to get a batch of SHRIMP straight from the fryer- yum!! Between the SWEET POTATO and the kabocha PUMPKIN (both of which I love), the sweet potato was the clear winner. The pumpkin was cut too thick and was bland in taste. As far as the tempura sauce, the sauce was salty, slightly vinegary, and a little bit sweet. I like that it's served warm and that you can help yourself. The atmosphere is super casual. There is lots of seating, but the tables and chairs are packed together pretty tightly, so don't be surprised if your neighbor accidentally backs their chair into yours. The decor is very modern Japanese. Service is good and we got through the ordering line within 5-7 minutes (this was at 6pm on a Sunday). And the woman who was just putting the shrimp out, was nice enough to plop some right into our bowls! Note that you have to bus your table at the end, but there was a worker today who was clearing the bowls at the bussing station so we didn't have to clean our own bowls or sort trash from recycle. Not sure if that's normal routine or if she was just being extra nice, but it was a nice added touch to the service! Compared to U:Don (another chain in Seattle that I had multiple times throughout college), I can honestly say that Marugame is higher in quality and flavor. As someone who has been to Japan before, I can say that their udon is quite comparable to the real stuff you get in Tokyo! Overall: 5/5 for food, 5/5 for service, 4/5 for atmosphere read more

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Solid Udon spot. Easy parking near the Macy's Store. Bright and modern interior. The experience is almost like subway or chipotle. They make your dish in front of you and add the toppings you want and you take a tray if dining in for your bowl. I was very impressed and satisfied with my experience. I ordered the beef udon with add on soft boiled egg and wished there was a bit more beef but it was tasty. Only major con was they did not have udon spoons available and only flimsy take out spoons not made for this dish. I got frustrated and lost my manners for a moment and picked the bowl up to slurp that broth tbh. I told myself next time I will bring my own udon spoon or ask if they have any real deal ones available first instead of a rice takeout spoon. It was frustrating not being able to enjoy my meal properly and thoroughly. Do I look forward to returning when in tukwila?...yes. Tasty beef udon! read more

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Marugame is a great go-to udon shop to hit that brothy spot, especially during the dark rainy months. They're set up so you order what you want first, then select fried tempura, then pay and find a table. You get your food really quickly that way and each bowl is made fresh right in front of you. They always have very solid and full flavors. Tender noodles because they're freshly made. read more

Marugame Udon - Spicy Tomatama Curry Udon - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

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Marugame Udon is great if you love comforting noodles made fresh right in front of you--the udon has that perfect chewy texture, the broth is flavorful without being heavy, and the tempura selection is always crispy and hot. The portions are generous, the prices are reasonable, and everything tastes fresh every single time. read more

Marugame Udon - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

Food taste good but portions takeout and in restaurant is far from the same. A large udon get 6oz of broth to go and instore they serve significantly more. To go packaging is good but ordering RTE was ignored. Everything was packed separated but very well. I usually would order like this but I'm in a rush sometimes. Ambiance was neat and clean. They can be full at times. For $23 a bowl for a large bowl of udon which has an egg, green onions, approximately .25# of pork and udon is a little high. Additional items are over the top in pricing too. Talking on the phone was slightly rude, the girl cut me off 3-4 times to talk to other customers. She could have told me to hold or them to stand by. Overall I may eat here if someone else wants to but I will not frequent this place. Food value meh. Quality is decent. Service expected for younger staff. read more

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Something so simple can taste so good! Large Nikutama Udon or the Curry Nikutama Udon are my usual order here. Broth, meat and udon noodles are perfectly balanced in flavor for a enjoyable meal. I do enjoy the cafeteria type of kitchen. You get to see everything that goes into your bowl. You can even see them boiling the noodles. You can add as much green onions/crispy onions to your likening. The place is very casual. read more

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I was at the Southcenter Mall on a late Saturday morning, so had planned to eat brunch at Marugame Udon, a spot I had bookmarked since it opened. No, I haven't been to its other locations, so to have discovered this for the first time recently is a real treat! It almost makes going to Southcenter Mall worth it! I decided to head over to Marugame Udon around 10:55am after I parked, knowing that it opened at 11am. But I had no idea a line had already formed to get in! So heads up, this place is popular and it's best to get here early! The guy standing behind me learned it was my first time when we were chatting, and he said every Saturday a line forms before it opens. Holy moly! The menu is straightforward with different udon entrees or you can build your own udon bowl. You form a line where you place your order and then you go down the line to pick out tempura items for an additional charge and you can add free toppings, like green onions and tempura flakes. I ordered the curry nikutama, which came with tender, beef over handmade udon noodles in a curry broth. I added green onion, tempura flakes and purchased a tempura squid and sweet potato. I also opted to get the spicy paste, which the cashier offers you, along with a calamansi juice. What can I say? Marugame Udon is amazing. The udon noodles are legit, with that perfect texture of having a good chew and easy to slurp. The beef was tender and flavorful and loved the poached egg to mix in. I like spicy foods, so would recommend getting the chili paste for that extra oomph. The large bowl was huge; I couldn't finish it all. But they do have two sizes of bowls for smaller appetites. The tempura was good, but with how much food I got with the curry nikutama, I wouldn't get additional tempura items. So glad we have Marugame Udon in the Seattle area! For some of the best udon noodles, you won't want to miss the spot. Get here early and there is parking right out front of the restaurant, along with patio seating. I'd love to come back and check out more of the different udon bowls. read more

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The service was great as we walked in, and very quick. The flavor and portion size was good for $14.99. I ordered the curry nikutama regular size. It was good and warm, but overall not something I'd need to order again. I'd be open to trying more things in the future, but we will see. There may be other options around. Still good, but not sure if I need to go back very often. The inside is decorated well but the flies around the sauce station was a little concerning ... read more

Marugame Udon - Curry Nikutama - Japanese Near Me - Tukwila, Washington

This was a fun place to eat. We muddled about figuring it out but that's on us. Cool Japanese eating experience, in stations, some they prepare for you and some you grab yourself. They provide everything you need, one way or another, tongs, containers, take-home boxes, and it's really fun to watch them make the udon right in front of you. Like my husband said, we don't even have to leave Seattle to have great Japanese food. We got the udon #1 most popular and the katsu chicken curry with rice. Both were delish, very satisfying. Loved all the Seattle-themed decor and the staff were all very friendly. read more

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Marugame Udon is a sit down restaurant, however, to order your food it's similar to cafeteria style. As you walk into the restaurant, a big menu is posted on the wall. You order at the counter, receive your food and then at the free condiment bar, you can add as much green onion, ginger and tempura flakes as you wish. Then you pay at the counter. We ordered the curry nikutama and the nikutama. Both were very tasty. The only drawback to the restaurant - the tables are very close to each other. My sister needs a walker to assist her and it was very hard to find a suitable space to park the walker and to get her seated. read more

Amazing food -- everything we ordered was delicious! I highly recommend the cheese tempura. The ambiance was warm, clean, and welcoming, which made the dining experience even better. The server was also amazing and communicated with us so kindly throughout the meal. Great food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere overall. Highly recommend read more