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    Onoya Ramen

    4.5 (1.5k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Chicken Katsu Curry Rice
    Jessica P.

    I didn't get a picture of my son's , he got shoyu ramen. He's obsessed with all things noodles and he was super happy, got no veggies, ate it all! 10/10 he said My chicken katsu was super crunchy and yummy. The curry was very flavorful The gyoza was not my favorite but I'd still come back and get some ramen!!!! Thank you we were super happy

    Dan A.

    Grabbed takeaway from Onoya Ramen - the OG location in Kapahulu. Ordered via Toast local app...used my rewards and paid $4. Gyoza Curry was ready before stated time hut I waited to get it at the estimated ready time. Curry had some spiciness to it....nice and thick with pieces of beef and carrots. Gyoza was house made and fried crispy. Excellent. Just the right amount of rice.

    El H.

    I came here for the vegan ramen and went to this location in particular because it had a higher rating. When I walked in, I knew I had made a mistake. The place is a dump. There are half-destroyed chairs everywhere near the entrance and the dining room and kitchen are a mess too. Wet grossness all over the kitchen floor, a visibly dirty mop bucket, a dirty soup pot on the floor, serving stand is super dirty, the employee uniforms are dirty, etc. Also, one of the walls is falling apart. But I have POTS and needed to eat. My bowl came slightly dirty. My ramen tasted off (especially the broth) but I ate most of it because I needed food. I couldn't finish the noodles, though. It wasn't very spicy, either. I won't come back, and I hope I won't get food poisoning.

    Shoyu Ramen
    Neeta M.

    It was raining and we had little kids with us - we decided to enjoy a take out meal from this place. OMG! It was the best decision! We enjoyed the crispy rice with ahi tuna and also the vegan ramen - which we ordered a spicy version - LOVED IT! All the ramens were incredible- you must try this place if you are craving some amazing ramen. Hope to go in person to provide input on the service and ambiance/ vibe.

    Tonkotsu Spicy Miso
    Nikki U.

    I'm super excited about this place since I haven't had a good bowl of ramen in a minute. I was about to loose hope for the ramen scene in Hawaii but this place stepped up to the plate. I got the spicy miso ramen and let me say it was the perfect spice. The broth was rich and flavorful and I enjoyed the corn that came with it. My dad got the black tonkotsu ramen and that was still good but not as good as the miso. The broth didn't have the rich depth to it. The service was fast and the restaurant had a nice atmosphere. I will be back here again!

    Very crowded dining room
    Alvin K.

    Onoya was offering a BOGO ramen special this week from Wed-Fri to celebrate their 5th anniversary, so we braved the pouring rain and flood conditions to come for lunch. It was a good thing I used the Yelp app to join their waitlist, because it seemed like half the people in the area decided to come here for lunch. It was a 25-40 minute wait online, so the timing was perfect for the drive from Manoa. There were at last 10 people already there waiting, but at least the tables were turning petty quickly. We were seated right away and could tell the vibe was that it was a super busy day. We put in our orders and were served within 5-6 minutes. A couple of Classic ramen, a Black ramen, a Tan tan ramen, a pitch of beer, gyoza, and takoyaki. The ramen was piping hot, creamy, and so satisfying good. They're were 3 of is, so the 4th one was to split between us; but we ended up taking most of it home, along with the extra broth. The service was fairly fast and efficient, even for a "slammed" busy day, and the Ramen was excellent, as usual.

    Harrison W.

    Since weather asking for it, I came here for dinner. Parking was easy, the place was not crowded since it was on weekdays. I ordered classic spicy tonkotsu ramen. Service was great and Raman was also delicious. The restaurant was clean and organized. Highly recommended.

    Kara S.

    This place is meh. I got the curry with gyoza set, my songot the kids shoyu set and my fiancé got the black garlic tonkatsu. The curry came with 1 piece of meat. I asked for more meat and the waitress asked if wanted a side of char sui. I said sure. It was cold, whatever. Put it in my curry. Curry was decent. The one piece of meat was tender. Wish I had more. The bill came and they charged an extra $5 for it -_-. Anyway, the noodles and broth were both good. Nothing really remarkable about it or the noodles. The ambiance would've been cute if it weren't for the sticky wobbly tables. Our waitress was also very inattentive. Had to wait for a long time to get our to-go container and check. Overall, the place had potential. But it just missed the mark. I would save your money and go somewhere else for ramen.

    Yuzu Ramen
    Tai N.

    We found this cute ramen spot on the way to Diamond head and it was a slam dunk. They had an awesome lunch deal for 19$. A ramen, gyoza, and a small curry bowl. You can't find that anywhere out here. They have kids ramen sets for like 10$ that are perfect for the little ones. Lots of parking and a zippy's across the street if you wanted to grab some plates to go before heading to DH. Service was fast and the whole meal was great value. Highly recommend!

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    Food was incredible and fast. Wonderful vegetarian options. Service was polite and friendly. Very close to the Snoopy Surf Shop and was great for an early dinner after shopping. Vegetarian options can be hard to find, this place is a gem!

    Vegan spicy ramen, spicy level 3.  I started eating then remembered to take photo.
    Janette F.

    I wanted ramen and was looking for the e-recycling place when I saw the sign for Ono-ya. My sister had recommended it so decided to stop by for lunch. I was pleasantly surprised with their vegan ramen options. Yum. I ordered Vegan Fire Ramen with spicy level 3. It was so good and the spicy level was just right. I would give it, 5 stars but, in an empty restaurant with just me sitting there, a party of 7 came. Instead of just pulling a table from another part of the restaurant, he asked if he can pull one of the tables that was attached to my seating which disrupted my meal. Think of the custoner instead of being lazy please . I live in McCully and walked to Mr. Ojisan for a drink and saw their sister restaurant right next door so will go there next time.

    Visit not starting out great...our waitress is super rude. Ugh.
    Julie B.

    Craving a good bowl of ramen while in Hawaii, we found this well-rated spot on Kapahulu. Parking was limited in their immediate lot so we found parking in the lot by the Jamba Juice on the back of where they're located. Seated quickly and decided what we each wanted. Our waitress came to take our order and when asked what spice level I wanted for my spicy miso order, I asked "how spicy would you say medium is?". The server rolled her eyes and rudely said "how can you ask that? It's MEDIUM.". What the heck? First of all, not all restos spice levels are equal. Especially asian eateries. I've asked this question before at other restos when there are spice levels and wait staff have always been able to provide something to relate the level to, like it's on par with Sriracha sauce etc. This lady was so disrespectful and acted like I asked her something outrageous. Her attitude was extremely off-putting and totally unnecessary. She could have been polite about it. When I tried explaining that I just wanted to know if the general consensus here is that the medium is still very spicy or tolerable, she continued to respond aggressively, intentionally making me feel dumb for even asking. I really wanted to walk out but the kid was hungry so I stayed put despite her piss poor demeanor. My spicy miso ramen was good - nice al dente ramen noods with a nice chew, tender/flavorful chasu pork and spice level that was almost too spicy for my taste, but overall very solid. Husband and son enjoyed their bowls as well. Despite my ramen being tasty, our waitress with the terrible attitude left me wishing we hadn't come. Listen, if you don't want to answer questions from your customers, maybe you shouldn't be working the front of house and should stick to the back. This super rude server basically ruined the good mood I had coming into this meal. For that reason I can confidently say I will not return the next time we're in town.

    Tan Tan
    Myning C.

    Very tasty, filling, and yum yum! Clean place with good service! I was just very thirsty after eating this - so idk if there is msg in the broth.

    Garlic tonkotsu and Shoyu ramen combo with katsu curry

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    The chicken katsu mazesoba will always be my favorite. I miss their old location at the former Village Walk.

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    Ask the Community - Onoya Ramen

    Do they have udon too or just ramen?

    I do not believe that they have udon--only ramen options, for noodle dishes.

    Can I order and take home?

    Yes, they do take out!

    Is AMEX (American Express) accepted here? Thanks!

    Yes

    Do you serve alcohol? byob?

    Yes they have alcohol! :)

    Do all your both have MSG or Disodium or glutinate?

    When I checked with them, they indicated there is no MSG in the vegan broth. (I can't speak for the rest.)

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    Wagaya

    Wagaya

    4.5
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    This is one of my favorite ramen spot. Def in top 3. The noodles are excellent and have a great…read morechew to it. Noodles has no aftertaste. The eggs and topping are great too. I can taste the flavor and the egg is well cooked. The broth isn't my favorite but some people might like it. I think I prefer the tsukemen more. I like how you can adjust their saltiness and firmness/thickness of noodle. The first time I had the ramen, it was beyond salty. I actually did not know about the customization so maybe they made a mistake. That was 2+ years ago. Went here twice this month and my opinion changed. I love it. Will come back. Will try the lighter broth next time.

    I feel I need to update this review as it has been 7 years! My family and I still come to this…read moreramen shop and we come here once a month! My daughter and I like to order the Shiro Wagaya Ramen and my husband loves the Garlic Wagaya (Kuro) ramen. We also like to order the corn tempura as an appetizer. The restaurant itself is not so big but fits quite a good amount of people. The workers are very friendly and accommodating. You can also order your food through a QR code and pay online when you're done. There are also restrooms onsite. Parking is still small and can fill up when it's busy (you also aren't allowed to park in the Church parking lot) If you haven't eaten here before, I would suggest looking on their website at the waitlist to see how many people are on there prior to going there as they can get really busy. You can also put your name on the waitlist online so you don't have to do it on site. They have a really good text messaging system letting you know when your table is almost ready.

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    Wagaya
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    Potato mochi
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    Ramen Nakamura

    Ramen Nakamura

    3.8
    (2.6k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    We came to Honolulu and saw the line outside Ramen Nakamura, so we figured it had to be worth…read moretrying. Overall, the ramen was very good, but I want to share an important tip about their waiting system so others don't get caught off guard. When your name gets close to the top of the list, do NOT wander away. They will call your name three times, and if you're not standing there, they'll cross your name off immediately. What surprised me was that they start calling names before the current customers have even finished eating or paid their bill. I had made eye contact with the host, pointed to my name and party size, and he acknowledged me. There were still people sitting at the counter eating, and it looked like it would be another 10-15 minutes before seats opened up. I stepped away briefly and came back, only to find my name had already been crossed off the list. The party that was supposedly leaving hadn't even paid yet and was still sitting in their seats. When I explained the situation, the host simply said, "Sorry, your time passed already. I called your name three times." Their sign says they will wait 3 minutes, but in our case it felt more like they called the name three times in quick succession and then removed it. Thankfully, after some discussion, he agreed to seat us anyway. So my advice: once your name is within a couple spots of being called, stay close and pay attention. As for the food, we ordered the Oxtail Ramen (spicy) and the Cashew Pork Ramen. The ramen itself was excellent. The oxtail was tender, although it didn't have a lot of flavor on its own in the soup. They provide a separate bowl with ginger and what appeared to be a ponzu-based sauce, and the intended way to eat it is to remove the oxtail from the soup and dip it into the sauce. That definitely enhanced the flavor. The restaurant is set up with bar-style seating in a half-oval arrangement. Your party will be seated shoulder-to-shoulder, and guests will be sitting directly across from you on the other side of the counter. I'd estimate there are about 25 seats total. Service is efficient, food comes out quickly, and most customers finish and leave fairly fast. For reference, we arrived at 8:38 PM on a Tuesday with 17 people ahead of us. We were seated around 9:15 PM, our food arrived by about 9:30 PM, and we left around 10:00 PM. Overall, this would have been a 5-star experience if not for the confusion with the waiting list. The ramen is absolutely worth trying, but understanding how their queue system works will save you from a potentially frustrating experience.

    Passed through Ramen Nakamura at least twice a day but the lines were always very long and out of…read morethe day on the street. Skipped it then because of the long wait times, long one hour wait times. But finally got to try it for lunch, shorter wait times, about 10 minutes. The staff here are very friendly and very nice! The ramen is good and the broth here is flavorful. No leftovers, enjoy this very meal the much! Glad I was able to finally try this, would definitely recommend! As it's very hot and humid, would recommend going during when they open to avoid the long lines.

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    Ramen Nakamura
    Fried rice (half size in a combo order)
    Fried rice (half size in a combo order)
    Simply Mesmerizing!

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    Marugame Udon

    Marugame Udon

    4.5
    (14.1k reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    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…read moreagain. 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.

    marugame be winning the game because WOW the number of reviews is crazy. they are wildly successful…read moreyay! i think they are pretty good and consistent for the price so it's one of the viral places that sorta deserves the hype. not many tables, LONG lines, nice workers. come during like non lunch/dinner times so it's not as busy. it is famously self service - you have udon and fried stuff like tempura. the best ones are nikutama, creamy, and beef. everything runs salty here so drink lots of water and pray! noodles are always cooked well though and the meat is yum. they crack eggs into the nikutama, some people mix it. others (me) rawdog it and slurp it up like a protein-craved bodybuilder. tempura is also solid! better without sauce, i like dipping it in the broth as the tempura is not very flavorful arigato or something!

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    Dining room
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    Kake Udon
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    Kamitoku Ramen - Ward Center

    Kamitoku Ramen - Ward Center

    4.5
    (674 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    This has been one of our favorite places to grab a pre-movie night bite at Ward for years. I was so…read moresad to hear that the classic mall where this cozy joint is located at was being demolished in the name of progress, knowing that this place would be gone. Anticipating that they would be closing in a couple of weeks, we made sure to stop by this weekend to get our fix in. I was so eager to dig into my bowl that I ended up forgetting to snap a picture until after I'd already whacked away at it. Luckily, our server tonight told us that there's a good chance that they will be re-opening nearby in the old Scratch Kitchen location, so hopefully we can continue to enjoy this place in a different setting. My go to has always been their Beefy Wild Ramen. If I'm really hungry I'll opt for their Beefy Wild Beast when I want a pile of their awesome cha siu. My girlfriend likes both the Yuzu and Seabura. We both really enjoy their regular and spicy gyoza. There's always a short wait to get into this place, but it's worth it. Service is quick and efficient, and the food is excellent. I hope to see this place again soon, in a new location.

    Kamitoku Ramen will be closing soon this month on 6/21/26 because the Ward Centre will be…read moredemolished to make way for more condos. I thought it would be just Ward Warehouse but now Ward Centre. Now I'm wondering about the Ward Theatre area. Some have found new locations but I'm not too sure about Kamitoku Ramen. I remembered they were selling from their food truck and one time offered their ramen for $5? When they opened their restaurant at Ward Centre, a bunch of us got in for the $8 ramen with a can of soda. They are always busy so I did order take out one time. I was more interested in the appetizers! Crispy beef gyoza, taro tempura and even garlic tempura. They have tofu prepared in different ways. I still haven't tried their Beefy King ramen with all the items on top! I did try their beefy seabura. I want to try here again especially the appetizers before they close this month.

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    Most popular: Beefy wild $12 (regular size) $7(small)
Gives a beefy savoy taste and also comes with garlic kicks.
    Most popular: Beefy wild $12 (regular size) $7(small) Gives a beefy savoy taste and also comes with garlic kicks.
    3/2021 Opening promo
    3/2021 Opening promo
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    Lucky Belly

    Lucky Belly

    4.2
    (2.2k reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Lucky Belly has an amazing ambiance with warm wood, brick, bar seating, and a stylish but…read morecomfortable dining room. The service was phenomenal from start to finish, which made the whole experience even better. I ordered the Beast Bowl, and it was rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. The bowl comes with brisket, short ribs, and oxtail won tons, along with bean sprouts, wakame, sesame seeds, green onion, ginger, and a soft egg. The broth was savory and comforting, the meat was tender, and the toppings added a nice balance of texture and freshness. Definitely a satisfying bowl if you want something bold, warm, and filling. Great spot for ramen, drinks, and a relaxed meal downtown.

    I'll give this place a solid 4. We came early to have a light dinner before a show at the Hawaii…read moreTheater. I would have said 4.5 had I not noticed the large dead b52 on the floor near my seat when we were seated. Aside from that, the place looked clean. I mean.. we are in Chinatown. So.. We had the shrimp gyoza, lobster shumai, crispy duck tacos, smoked octopus, and wagyu steak cubes. Appy dishes come with 3 pieces each. The crispy duck tacos were my fave. Very flavorful. Loved the textures in that one. Lobster shumai and shrimp gyoza were good. The octopus was tender and flavorful. My Samurai X drink was yummy. My brother had the Midorikawa that was refreshing. I would come again.

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    Interior bar and dining room.
    Interior bar and dining room.
    Lobster Moco (Dec 2025 update)
    Lobster Moco (Dec 2025 update)
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    Goma Tei Ramen Ala Moana

    Goma Tei Ramen Ala Moana

    4.0
    (1.3k reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    This ramen spot is just a classic place. It has gotten a little more Chinese over the years, but…read moreyou don't hear me complaining. Won tons in my ramen? Oh yeahhh!! The Good: * One of my favorite dishes is the cold chicken noodles with dipping sauce. It comes on a bed of freshly cut cucumbers & noodles if you wish. Literally is such a clean delicious dish. No one else makes this kind of dish. I highly suggest if you don't wanna eat ramen that day, but you want a good stack of noodles and protein. * The tan tan ramen is the basic good stuff that never gets old. * I have also tried the sour/spicy clear brother ramen and that was real interesting and good, but I gotta be in the mood for that one The Bad: * sometimes it's so busy! gotta wait for a table The Weird: * the menu is getting larrrrrrrrrge, screaming that the restaurant is run by Chinese really lol

    Was craving spicy ramen since I was feeling under the weather. Got seated really quick which was…read moregreat but did take a while to get someone to take our order or acknowledge that we've been sitting there ready. Food came out fairly quick. Food was decent and Portion was reasonable. What I didn't like was how they kept coming up to our table and trying to take away our plate and bowl as if we were finish. Not once but 3x. Seriously, I still had ramen and char sui in my bowl. Let me finish!!!. It felt like they they were trying to rush us and mind you it wasn't busy at all. To add to it, when did they start automatically adding 15% gratitude for a party of 2. I get if its a big party but for 2 or even if by yourself is unbelievable. Save yourself the trouble and eat at another ramen spot. There is a few good ones around ala moana area or in the food court as well.

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    Table and counter seating are available
    Table and counter seating are available
    The Japanese won ton is large!
    The Japanese won ton is large!
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    TsuruTonTan Udon Noodle Brasserie

    TsuruTonTan Udon Noodle Brasserie

    4.1
    (1.7k reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$
    Established in 2018
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    Service: friendly floor team, easy to communicate, able to accommodate our requests, short…read morewait-time Ambiance: clean, modern, groovy Food: variety of options without being overly complicated on the menu, quality is stable and good Price: very reasonable, $$$ for 2ppl

    A modern Japanese-style noodle house meets European-style brasserie? Consider me a fan of…read moreTsuruTonTan Udon Noodle Brasserie, especially with the affordable dinner set meals that are offered on a daily basis. With this much food, your entire party could share a full meal and still be satisfied with the diverse menu options that are offered. Located on the second floor of the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, along the busy corridor of Kalakaua Avenue, this is the second stateside location of TsuruTonTan Udon Noodle Brasserie after successfully opening in the heart of New York City. Originally founded in Osaka, Japan, TsuruTonTan specializes in authentic handmade udon, where the noodles themselves take center stage. Their goal is to have each bowl thoughtfully crafted and topped with a wide variety of ingredients, from aromatic bonito flakes and savory kombu kelp to locally sourced vegetables and meats, all carefully selected to complement the restaurant's high-quality noodles. The name TsuruTonTan draws inspiration from the sounds associated with the art of udon making. In Japanese, "Tsuru" represents the sound of slurping noodles, "Ton" evokes the kneading and shaping of the dough, and "Tan" signifies the cutting of the noodles. Together, these three sounds embody the spirit of TsuruTonTan and its dedication to the craft of handmade udon. What drew me into this location, with plenty of options surrounding them was TsuruTonTan's Special Dinner Set, which for a reasonable $38 diners would received no fewer than six menu items starting with their house salad which was fresh arugula lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and a vinaigrette and a small sampling of their Edamame. You also get a choice of Appetizer between chicken, tofu and shrimp tempura, of which I selected their Chicken Karaage. Then for your entrée, diners have the choice between six udons to select from, from your traditional soup based udons to one that particularly stood out to me, their Truffle Cream Udon, so I knew that I was going to order this menu item. As if that wasn't enough food, diners get to order one sushi roll that they handcraft here at TsuruTonTan and I selected their Sunfire Roll, which had a shrimp tempura mixed with cucumber, avocado and topped with spicy tuna. And then, for your final course, diners get to enjoy a scoop of ice cream, of which on this day our only option was rainbow sherbet. The first four courses to be presented to my table were the salad, edamame, Chicken Karaage, and my four slices of the Sunfire Roll. These four entrées probably would have been enough food and I would have been satisfied with my meal overall. The Chicken Karaage were five deep-fried nugget pieces served with lemon and piping hot upon served and the Sunfire Roll was a nice combination of sushi roll flavors. Then came my Truffle Cream Udon, which was topped with balls of crab meat, sliced truffle mushrooms, and shaved parmesan cheese. Creamy and cheesy goodness, this entrée was a hearty and heavy dish that combined the flavors of both Japan and Italy thanks to the heartiness of the udon noodles. The ice cream scoop was a nice touch to end what was already a filling meal. I really enjoyed my meal at TsuruTonTan Udon Noodle Brasserie with so many menu items to choose from it seems overwhelming. Thankfully they have a number of popular and recommended menu items that any visitor looking for a good meal can choose from. The $38 dinner set created specifically for Hawaii diners, which includes a spicy udon soup and a garlic shrimp rice dish, has already piqued my interest and given me a reason to return. And return I will, as long as the service, prices, and food remain as consistently strong as they are at TsuruTonTan Udon Noodle Brasserie. Offering elevated comfort food that seamlessly bridges cultures and culinary traditions, it stands out as a unique dining destination well worth revisiting.

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