Spicy Beef Udon here is the best I have tasted. You cannot go wrong with anything on their menu. Handmade noodles, authentic seasoning, bursting with flavor. There will always be a long wait and for good reason. A must try if you are in the area. read more

I visited on a Friday afternoon around 11:45AM shortly after they opened (11:30AM) and almost every table was filled already! There were two ladies taking orders so ordering was quick; the wait for the food to arrive was very long. I got the spicy seafood udon with standard spice, which took nearly 25 minutes. I would not recommend coming here during a work lunch because you will be rushing through your meal, as that was our experience. While the spicy seafood udon is delicious, the soup serving is small. A pro is that there is large shrimp in the soup and lots of baby clams. For a standard spice level, the soup was surprisingly very savory and spicy. Normally when I order something spicy at a Japanese restaurant, I expect the flavor to not actually be spicy. The udon comes with a fried rice ball with a cheese filling on the side. You should toss the rice ball in the broth to soak up all the flavor and eat it because the ball itself is very hard. In terms of price, the food is expensive for the portion. The restaurant itself is very small so I highly recommend arriving early wait or to put yourself on the Yelp waitlist. The parking lot is shared with other businesses in the plaza, so you might have to do a few loops if it's a busy time of day. read more

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Okidoki has been me and my now husband favorite restaurant for over a year ! We went on a date as single people in this restaurant. My husband travels to Japan and says this food is just as good / if not even better! We also went there after we got married and now go there with a baby on a way. That's how good the food is; no matter what stage in life you are! It will keep you coming back! We often have Derrick as our server and he has been AMAZINGGGGGGG! If I we were rich enough , we would come every single week ! For now we keep this place as our monthly date night/ special occasions! read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Monaka/Green Tea Ice Cream*** - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

Okidoki has been on my to-try list for a while. I finally dropped in for lunch recently and had a pleasant experience. There's an on-site waitlist and a Yelp waitlist. Lunch wasn't too bad a wait, but I hear dinner is busy. The menu offers plenty of classic Japanese dishes along with seasonal specials. The udon noodles are made fresh in-house daily. Plenty of care is taken to ensure the quality of all the food. The combos also offer good value and generous portions. My most recent order was the shabu shabu beef udon and assorted tempura. I enjoyed both these dishes. The udon broth was clean and flavorful with nicely cooked udon noodles. The beef was a bit chewy but had good flavor, especially when dipped in the ponzu sauce. I would upgrade to spicy if I ordered this entrée again. The assorted tempura was cooked fresh, had a nice, crispy texture, and didn't feel greasy. The drink menu offers sake, shochu, local and Japanese beers, sodas, lemonade, tea, and more. The happy hour menu looks great, too. I had a great lunch experience overall. The staff was kind and attentive. I didn't have to wait long for a table. The prices are fair for the quality and quantity they offer. The dining area was clean and fairly spacious. I can't wait to dine in again. read more

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Always excellent food and service! Delicious Authentic Japanese selections. A smaller comfortable restaurant. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

Must try the spicy beef udon! This place has been on my to-go list for a long time. I've been to Meiji Seimen which is a sister restaurant and this place gives a similar ambiance. The menu and pricing is the same too. The service was great, they were attentive and provided relevant recommendations. The highlight of this experience was definitely the entree: spicy beef udon (level 3 spice). I love a hot and spicy dish so would highly recommend it to anyone with a similar palette. They also provide a small portion of rice to absorb the soup flavoring when you've finished your udon. read more

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Yummy noodle spot! I ordered the shabu shabu udon but subbed the udon for soba. The soba is amazing so I was happy they accomodated for the substitution. The broth was flavorful and the beef was plentiful and tender. The staff here are friendly and the food came out relatively quickly as well. Great spot for udon and soba! read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Shabu shabu soba - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

Decided to stop by since we were in the mood for Meiji but near Tustin. Happy that their menu was similar to their Costa Mesa location. There's definitely a shorter wait here and it's a bit more spacious which is nice. As for the food, I tried their spicy beef udon since it was a cold day. It is pretty pricy for what it is - "spicy" soupy udon with a few shavings of beef. If you want it to have enough spiciness to feel it, you'll have to pay an extra $1.5. It came with a crispy rice ball with a bit of cheese inside to eat with your leftover soup. The taste of everything was really good! I was especially surprised at how much I enjoyed the rice ball. Is it worth the price? Considering it's mostly carbs, soup, and a very disappointing amount of beef, I would say it's a bit overpriced. But again, it was really yummy! Service was good when we could grab someone's attention. Otherwise, since we were sitting in a corner that was easily hidden behind the small wall at the front, it was hard to tag anyone down. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Spicy beef udon - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

Been awhile since my last visit, looks like it's now a udon and soba specialty restaurant. Decent food for a casual lunch. Service is friendly. Blue crab roll is hefty sized but there's not much blue crab flavor. A bit disappointing on the kimchi nabe udon (a seasonal dish)... it tastes a bit more sweet than spicy/savory, udon is overcooked. Zaru soba and gyoza are standard. read more

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I've been to Meiji Semen, the original location, and the only difference between the two is the Okidoki has spacious seatings and has sashimi/sushi rolls on their menu. The quality of their udon and soba is still the same. We got there pretty early, but it got crowded quick. I ordered the spicy beef udon and it comes in a hot pot style. It's very delicious and is my go to udon. We tried their fried pork katsu rice bowl and it was pretty basic; nothing special. The guy who served us was okay. The salmon was good and its skin was crispy. It was a good side dish. read more

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Delicious food, reasonable prices, and excellent customer service! The staff are super friendly. I ordered the cold spicy tsuke soba, which is a unique menu item--it was delicious, and I really loved the combination of tororo and spicy broth. The soba noodles had a great texture. The negi toro don was fresh and delicious as well. My daughter ordered the egg tororo udon, which was very flavorful. We both grew up in Japan and were so happy to find this place in OC. We'll definitely be back soon! read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Cold Tsuke Soba - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

I don't really crave Japanese soups, but my friend suggested eating here. I ordered the shabu shabu soba, which was not on the menu, but I was torn between beef curry soba and wanting shabu as the meat and the server offered a shabu shabu and soba combination. This was surprisingly filling and came in super hot. I got to try my friend's udon and that was just as good. If you like soba or udon, either hot or cold, here you go. Most noodle dishes were under $20. I saw that they had a crab udon on Tuesdays and Wednesdays only for dinner for $28, and looking at that photo made me salivate, so I may just come back for that alone. Service was good and parking was free and easy. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Shabu shabu soba (bottom) and shabu shabu udon (top) - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

It was my first time at Okidoki and the spicy beef udon was quite tasty! I loved the texture of the udon which was chewy and not too soft. Flavor of the broth was good too. Food came out relatively quick. I can't wait to come back to try the other (udon) dishes. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Spicy Beef Udon (Rice Ball) - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

Food: Spicy Beef Udon (8.3/10) - It comes with a crispy rice cheese ball that I was told by a staff that you eat with the broth after finishing the udon. The rice ball was definitely crispy and tasted good dipped in the broth, but it did not have much cheese so I would give it a 6/10. Still a fun and unique addition. The spicy beef udon itself felt like eating hotpot since it stayed warm the entire time with a flame underneath. The broth had a nice flavor with a mild level of spice. If you want it spicier or a larger bowl, that unfortunately does cost extra. There was a decent amount of beef that was flavorful along with a few vegetables. Service: The staff were kind and helpful and checked in on us occasionally. I went on a Friday and there was a waitlist, which we joined using the tablet outside. Some people also joined ahead of time through Yelp and I'd prefer to do that next time. Ambiance: Clean, bright, and cozy spot with a small window that looks into the kitchen and a bar seating area. The space is average sized and very casual. It was a nice place to be on a rainy day like when I went. read more

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Saw this place on social media and decided to give it a try. We ordered the viral spicy beef udon, and since I like spicy food, I upgraded to extra spicy (there is a $1 upcharge). The flavor was great--rich broth, a good amount of beef, and a generous portion of udon. It wasn't spicy to me personally, but it was still very enjoyable and didn't taste artificial at all. The udon also comes with a cheese ball on the side. After you finish the noodles, you're supposed to drop the cheese ball into the remaining soup and let it cook down into a risotto-like texture. Honestly, I enjoyed the cheese ball "risotto" even more than the udon itself--it was so good. We also ordered the chicken karaage as an appetizer and absolutely loved it. It was super crispy and cooked perfectly. Service really stood out. The servers checked in on us regularly, and I appreciated that our server took the time to explain how to eat the cheese ball. If she hadn't explained it, we probably would've just eaten it on the side and missed out. Attention to detail and being polite truly makes a difference. Overall, I really enjoyed the ambience, the service, and the food. Will definitely be coming back. read more

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Loved my experience! After having some Japan withdrawals & craving something savory & crispy, the Katsu Curry Udon definitely hit the spot. Udon was cooked to the perfect tenderness, chicken was juicy/crunchy, & most importantly, the curry tasted like home cooked meal with love. The waiters suggested to take home the curry & pair with rice, which was amazing! Since rich naturally has starch, it made the curry udon a bit thicker consistency, it was a great take home meal. Great place for a quick date, dinner, or family meal. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Katsu Curry Udon - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

This place is always packed, and for good reason and their servers know how to keep things running efficiently. It was a little loud in here due to having a lot of guests in at the same time, but it wasn't too bad. You can still talk to your table. Okidoki is a great place to go when it's a cold day and you need something soupy to warm your heart and soul. Egg, Tororo, and Mentai - We love mentai so we had to choose this. The potato (tororo) added a nice light flavor to the udon as well. However it also gave a super slimy texture to the dish, so just a warning because this isn't a good dish for any picky eaters. Curry Udon - I always crave Japanese curry so I went with this option. The flavor is very warm and homey, but with such a thick broth, I got full really fast and couldn't finish it. I think I would've enjoyed it more if I got the katsu curry rice bowl instead or one of their other bowls. I think we just made some choices that aren't our preferences, but the food here are very well made with some new things to try. I'd like to go back to try a more simpler udon bowl next time along with their desserts. Those looked good, but we just got too full too fast. read more

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Stopped by Okidoki by Meiji and ended up with about a 30 minute wait, which was expected. Luckily, the plaza has plenty of shops and spots to wander around, so the wait didn't feel too long. Once we were seated, service moved quickly and we ordered right away. We shared an assortment of udon and soba, along with the daily special of grilled squid, which was flavorful and nicely cooked. I wished it was grilled with some salt or if it was lightly marinated. I ordered the large beef shabu shabu udon, which never disappoints. The broth was comforting and savory, the beef was tender, and the noodles were perfectly al dente, just how udon should be. It hit the spot and fully satisfied my craving. Overall, consistent food quality, efficient service once seated, and a reliable place for Japanese noodles. I will definitely be back, especially when the udon craving hits again. read more

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i got the spicy beef udon and it was as good as it looks. the broth was definitely the star of the show. i would say the cheese rice ball at the end makes the dish feels heavier than what i usually like. definitely just my preference tho:) if you're a fan of cheese you will like the rice ball that you can add at the end of the meal. their service was very quick and nice. they also check in on us often to make sure everything was okay. definitely a cozy spot for date nights/hang out with friends. i was intrigued by their egg tororo & mentai dish. would go back to try!!:) read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Spicy Beef Udon*** - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

Seems like okay place to get your japanese/udon fix but otherwise, just okay for a premium price. Beef udon: Maybe? We went here and got a beef udon bowl to share. We got the upsize or extra noodles and it was actually not bad in terms of size for 2. The taste was just okay though. Not too flavorful or unique in any way. Since we shared I was okay with this because I just wanted a noodle fix lol Food: 6/10 Service: 7/10 Atmosphere: 6/10 Value: 5/10 read more

Okidoki by Meiji - beef udon - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

Their udon is great! Broth is plenty flavorful without it being too salty you can enjoy the broth with the big scooper they give you since it's so well balanced. . We tried their chicken karaage and the squid legs for appetizers and it was very good. Server was super friendly and the ambience feels clean and new. I will be returning again and can recommend as it was my favorite udon in . read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

I was craving udon on a cold day, and this place was absolutely perfect. I'd heard great things about their udon, and the reviews were spot on. The udon was comforting, flavorful, and really hit the spot. I also tried the blue crab roll, which was fresh and delicious, and finished with the yuzu ice for dessert--it was light and refreshing. Overall, it was a wonderful meal, and I'd love to come back again. read more

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Okidoki by Meiji is a solid spot if you're craving comforting Japanese food with a few standout items. My go-to order is the spicy beef udon paired with the cheese rice ball. Adding the rice ball at the end to turn the broth into a risotto-style dish is such a satisfying finish and definitely worth trying. While there isn't a large selection of sushi, the small bowls of tuna or salmon over rice are simple and really good. The tempura is also well done, and I always enjoy their hot green tea. For dessert, the panna cotta is a nice, light way to end the meal. One thing to note--the wait can be long, so I highly recommend adding yourself to the Yelp app waitlist ahead of time. Overall, a great place when you're in the mood for udon and comforting flavors. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

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Definitely come try Okidoki! We heard from our Japanese friends that Okidoki is the best place for authentic and delicious udon, and our experience was nothing short of the best! Expect a little wait when you arrive, because it's absolutely worth it. You can check-in on Yelp once you're close enough or they have a Yelp tablet at the door. They set the vibes with traditional Japanese acoustic music while you wait and peruse the slideshow menu on their TV. Once seated, service was 5/5 friendly, helpful, and attentive. We got the takoyaki and fried chicken with sapporos to start, both appetizers were hot and crispy. Very well prepared! I personally tried the katsu curry udon which was SO GOOD! Udon noodles were cooked to perfection, not too soft and texture was great. I tried my friend's shabu shabu udon, the broth was incredibly delicious and light. I'll have to get that next time. The spicy beef udon had a little kick and very flavorful, but wasn't the flavors that pulled me in like the slight sweetness from the shabu shabu did. Either way, Okidoki goes straight to the top #1 restaurant for udon. We are already talking about coming back! read more

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Great spot for udon or soba! They also take yelp reservations if you really don't like waiting so that's always a plus. We came here on a Friday night and it was pretty busy, but we still had a great meal. I ordered the fried chicken for the appetizer and it was really good. The exterior was very crispy and the chicken was super juicy. I loved how they provided a side sauce that isn't mayo so it's not too heavy. For udon, I ordered the tempura zaru and it was probably the best ones I've had. They provided more wasabi for a kick to the cold broth and it was the perfect amount to the ratio of udon they give. The udon was super chewy, which was personally my fav way to eat udon. It was a little bit of a hole in a wall with not too much seating almost similar to their other location, Meiji Seimen, but food was basically the same. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - fried chicken - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

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3.5/5 stars. Great service and diverse menu! My sister and I shared the spicy beef and katsu curry udon. It came out very quick and the portions were very filling with the noodles. Katsu was a bit dry and the curry soup could have had more depth and flavor, we enjoyed the spicy beef more. It was pleasantly spicy and came with a crispy rice ball for the end. Flavorful, but could have had more meat. There was no wait for a weekday dinner and the staff was attentive and friendly. Located in a large plaza so parking is easy and the restaurant itself is spacious with booth and tables available. read more

Our party of 2 got seated at the bar after waiting for 30 ish minutes?? Not bad for a weekend dinner tbh plus they were playing the bangers so the vibes were swanging We ordered a spicy shrimp & clam udon, spicy beef udon, spicy tuna roll & chicken karage The spicy tuna roll was fireeeeee The chicken karage was also fireeeee, so crispy and crunchy on the outside and juicy af chikin Bf and I both really liked our soups, the depth & flavor of the broth was so good But we both felt that the udon noodles were too hard, Al dente not rly our style. We tried to cook our noodles more since they came out in hot pots with the fire but it didn't cook the way we wanted so had to dock a star for that.. sorry... it's not u its me.. I like my udon super chewy and bouncy; so next time I go ill request for extra cooked noodles hehe We really liked the cheesy rice balls and when u add them to the broth MMMMMM SO DANK The restaurant is super smol but def can accommodate for larger parties by combining tables & it's perfect for date night read more

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Delicious comfort noodle spot. My favorite thing was the chicken karaage. The chicken was tender, flavorful, and crispy. It's a top karaage of all time for me. The hot soba was very tasty, nice broth, chewy soba. I loved the tender gyudon beef on the udon. Overall, great place for hot or cold Japanese noodles. Tip: check Yelp waitlist. They get busy. read more

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Love this little spot. Food here is delicious. I'd recommend the udon as I've never had anything like this other places. All the food and fish taste fresh and beautifully prepared l. Service here is great, very friendly read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Spicy udon - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

Our party of 2 went at around 11:30am on a Sunday morning and there was thankfully no wait. Lots of parking lot spots available in the lot. It was our first time here and our server kindly answered our questions. The place is on the smaller side with only mostly 2 to 4 person tables. I can see how this place can get packed so I suggest making a reservation (if they allow) or coming early. For food we ordered the Shrimp Tempura to share ($11): freshly made, crunchy batter-- it was delicious. Spicy Beef Udon ($21): absolutely loved this dish plus you can pay more to choose up to 3 levels of spice (extra $1.50 for each level). I love spicy food and opted for level 2 since it was my first time here and it was perfect for me. Served with the cheesy risotto ball meant to put in the soup after you've finished the noodles. It was the perfect dish after a night of drinking (haha). Wish I lived closer because I would definitely come back! read more

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Went to get the Spicy Udon by myself. It was really good. The type of delicious that makes me wonder why I haven't tried such an obvious idea already. Makes me wonder if other restaurants have served spicy udon before that I just never noticed lol. But the broth is deep, bold, and the spice paste had this additional umami to it that's not found in just pepper flakes/powder. The beef is very tender and sweet. They give you this fried rice n cheese ball too. The price is pretty steep ngl ($25+ I added a poached egg) most I've ever payed for udon. I'd say it's worth it SPARINGLY. Service was standard and informative. When I was unsure about the spice level my server was nice enough to start me at level 1 and gave me free spice paste on the side. The restaurant itself was small, minimalist, wooden n comfy. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Spicy Udon - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

This place always has very good business - we came on a Wednesday night around 720pm and there was a little wait (not too bad around 20 minutes to get seated at a bar seat). Ordered the kimchi udon which was quite expensive (28$) but portion was large and soup was very good and flavorful! Noodles had a nice and chewy texture. Meat was a tad dry but they didn't skimp out on ingredients. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

I've been here a couple times and it always hits the spot. Previously I tried their popular curry udon and spicy beef udon. Both were 10/10 and the curry is honestly some of the best I've had. Once you have the first udon noodle you will immediately taste the freshness of the noodle, it turns into the perfect vessel for all the yummy broth. Trying the garlic beef this time was a great choice. I'm a garlic fiend and this matched my energy. It was a nice warm bowl of goodness. I also enjoyed the cabbage it gave it a nice crunchy texture that balances the other softer textures of the udon noodles. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Garlic beef - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

We came here a bit late, so they were out of some items, if there are some sushi or sashimi dishes you want to try here I would recommend coming a bit earlier. Got the nabeyaki udon. Noodles weren't as springy as I thought it'll be, it was a little doughy but still chewy and delicious. It tasted healthy and light, and went well with the fish cake and tempura! read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

I got the shabu shabu beef udon that I thought was very simple and could've used more flavor. My cousins got the spicy beef udon with a small bowl of curry on the side that they enjoyed. Unfortunately they ran out of takoyaki :( This restaurant is a very casual and cozy spot. Service was good. Not sure if I'd come back here but I'm glad I tried it at least once. read more

Okidoki by Meiji - Izakaya Near Me - Tustin, California

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Service was great, wait staff was very attentive. Made a reservation in advanced and recommend you do that as well since there were a good amount of people waiting when we arrived. Food was solid, nothing mind blowing but solid especially for the price. Everything was reasonably priced in my opinion, overall though, this is a pretty average place. read more

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I've been dining at Okidoki for years now and finally got around to writing a review. The restaurant is located in a plaza at the corner of Newport Avenue and Main Street across the street from the Tustin Library and City Hall. It's located a few doors down from what used to be Soup Plantation (sniff, sniff, sob, sob). Okidoki's menu serves up everything from appetizers, salads, side dishes, udon, soba, ramen, small rice bowls and sushi rolls to homemade desserts. On this visit we started with their fried chicken which was a light and crispy appetizer. Up next was the small salmon bowl which was both fresh and delicious. The only miss was the Nabeyaki Udon which to be honest was nothing special. If this is your go-to entree, I recommend going around the corner and trying it at Honda-Ya. Okidoki is a popular spot and seating is limited, so expect a wait if you're visiting during peak hours! read more

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Food: 4/5 - Salmon belly & salmon sashimi: super fresh and buttery. - Spicy beef udon: portion was on the smaller side, and the broth leaned heavily on sesame oil. That said, the udon itself was perfectly chewy and bouncy, and the broth had a nice thickness that made it comforting. Bonus points for the little flame under the pot, it kept the noodles bubbling hot the entire meal (pro tip: the pot is scorching, so handle carefully!) Service: 3/5 We had a strange moment while sitting at the bar. The server gave us the salmon belly bowl, but then came back a couple minutes later, took it away, and said it was meant for the other table since they were missing wasabi. Kinda awkward, and honestly a bit unsanitary. Makes you wonder how often that happens. Atmosphere: It's a very small restaurant, so definitely hop on the waitlist ahead of time if you don't want to wait too long. Cozy, but space is limited. read more

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Okidoki by Meiji is a partner restaurant of Meiji Seimen in Costa Mesa and this restaurant specializes in udon and soba. I am a fan of Meiji Seimen so I wanted to give this spot a try. Both locations share similar menu except Okidoki by Meiji offers sushi rolls / sashimi + udon with an extra flair like hot pot style spicy beef udon + rice ball. [Parking]: Easy and free plaza parking on a weekday. [Waitlist & rules]: The restaurant uses the Yelp waitlist (there's a kiosk at the front entrance for check-in) and I only waited about 5 minutes. Max time at table is 1.5 hour limit. [Menu]: According to the menu, the most liked udon items are shabu shabu udon, chicken tempura curry udon, and tempura udon + the most liked side dishes are fried chicken, fried squid leg, and assorted tempura. However the item to order per Yelp recommendation is Spicy Beef Udon (hot pot style). *** Spicy Beef Udon (standard spicy - $21 + egg $2): My waiter recommended adding a poached egg and it was worth it. You can also add rice ball at the end when all you have left is a bowl of broth. This bowl was beautifully presented with s-tier sukiyaki broth (sweet savory with a hint of spicy kick) and broth flavor became even more intense as water slowly evaporated. *** Slightly expensive, but it was one really good udon bowl. read more

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Not sure if staff forgot about us or if the restaurant is super popular, but we signed up for the waitlist at 5:40 pm and didn't get seated until 7:30pm when we checked in with the waitress.... Honestly thought the food was ordinary and really not worth an almost 2 hour wait. I would have given a 3 stars but my partner really enjoyed their new years udon and takowasa. read more

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