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    Udon Lab

    3.9 (617 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Maria A.

    We really enjoyed our meal at Udon Lab. We started with the sautéed Brussels sprouts and the takoyaki (octopus fritters), and both were so good--great flavor and cooked perfectly. I ordered the pork Niku, which was comforting and delicious. The service was friendly and welcoming, and the location was super convenient since we were staying right next door during our visit. Overall, a great spot and definitely one I'd recommend if you're in the area!

    Niku udon with beef, set with crab handroll
    Khy Ee S.

    Good go-to spot in K-Town! Went for a late weekend lunch (around 3pm). Every other spot in K-Town was packed, and was happy to see that Udon Lab had some available tables. Got the Niku udon with beef. Love that it comes with the poached egg! For any udon, you can also make it a set for an additional $6 - it will also include a cabbage salad and handroll. I got the set with crab handroll. Overall worth it to get the set. Make sure you're hungry! Otherwise, the udon should be substantial enough.

    Cynn M.

    My first time here was great, the food was pretty good. I ordered the cold udon set with the handroll. The service felt rushed even though it was not busy. I came back a handful of times on separate occasions and the food was not as good as the first time, especially for the price that you are paying. Lately, service has improved but the udon noodles have been very chewy the last two times I went and the takoyaki was wet and mushy with little filling. I've never really had to wait for a table, the interior is nice with good ambiance. If you are very desperate for udon and happen to be in the area, it is an option.

    Vegetarian Udon
    Cody H.

    Very Cute Spot. Make a reservation as this will have a line all the time and there's not a lot of tables available. Staff was very friendly and attentive. the appetizer was fresh and delicious, the udon was tasty, however I added some chili oil to spice it up. Desert was also unique and delicious. Prices were commensurate with location and quality.

    Korean Spicy Udon
    Nafisa H.

    I love how the udon tastes here and the broth is super flavorful and satisfying. We were able to get seating quickly in ktown and on a weekend. I tried my friend's simple udon and the broth was so tasty. I ended up with the Korean spicy udon and it was a massive bowl so I left with leftovers. Service is attentive, we were given a huge water jug which is so nice because the cups of water are so tiny. I'd definitely come back in the area for udon.

    Matcha tiramisu
    Dan K.

    Came here for a quick dinner with my son on one of those early fall evenings when the cold hits suddenly and a hot noodle dish just feels right. We arrived early enough to get seated right away, but soon after, little "reserved" tents started popping up on the tables. We ordered the Mentaiko Udon for him, the Kimchi Bacon Udon for me, and Karaage to share. A few negatives to get out of the way first: the timing was off. My kimchi udon came out well before the karaage, which was also served long before the mentaiko. The same thing happened at the table next to us--kimchi came first by a long shot. That said, the food itself was excellent. The karaage was lightly fried and juicy, paired with a citrusy mayo that kept it bright and not heavy. You could tell it was freshly made. The kimchi udon had a creamy, hearty sauce with big slices of mushrooms, just-funky-enough kimchi, and chunks of bacon. The spice built gradually rather than hitting all at once, which I liked. The udon noodles weren't your typical pale white, squared-edge type--they were broader, flatter, and had a really satisfying chew. The mentaiko udon was also creamy, but with a savory kick from the fish roe that came through clearly. We finished with the matcha tiramisu, which was a great call--the sweet, creamy layers were offset by bold matcha powder that mimicked the cocoa dusting of traditional tiramisu but added a deep, earthy flavor. Service was fine overall (aside from the pacing issue), and the ambiance struck that perfect balance between casual and date-night friendly. A cozy, satisfying spot for those first chilly nights of fall--comforting food with thoughtful flavors.

    Kimchi Bacon Cream Udon
    Amy H.

    Udon is nice and chewy. They have a decent variety. Got the katsu curry udon and friend of the kimchi bacon. This place seemed kinda packed but we had a reservation. Not sure I would make another resy, but a nice place to grab warm udon if you're in the area and craving noodles

    Mentaiko Cream Udon
    April L.

    Maybe it is just the specific udon I got but I thought it was just OK and not super amazing or something to get again. (I got the mentaiko udon). I've had better mentaiko udon so I'm definitely comparing to past experiences with this style of udon so I would recommend to try another dish rather than this one. The interior is quite nice; warm lighting and feels cozy. Staff were attentive and service was quick.

    Niku udon
    Elianny S.

    We came here for a late lunch and we were seated right away. The place is narrow but has a good amount of seating available. The overall look is nice but the atmosphere feels very much like a casual eating spot. I ordered the vegetarian Udon, my nephew got the Niku udon. The food came out pretty quickly. I tasted the Niku udon first and liked the flavourful sweet broth. My vegetarian udon in comparison, seemed pretty mild in taste, but it was still pretty good. I wish they had added more mushrooms and bean curd to make it tastier. The service was just ok. We wanted to try out the dessert and the server just brought over the check without asking if we wanted anything else. The food and service were just ok, nothing really special, prices are what you can expect for the area.

    Udon Lab was delicious! They had quick service. I got the kimchi bacon and it was amazing-very creamy

    Mystic Green and Yuzu-like.
    Cindy Z.

    We arrived at 11:15pm for a late dinner and they gladly seated us even though they close at midnight. To start off, we each had a cocktail: Mystic Green ($16) and Yuzu-like ($16). The mystic green was basically a midori sour while the yuzu was light and refreshing. With so many types of udon to choose from, I opted for the Mentaiko Cream Udon ($20) while my friend had the Beef Curry Udon ($20). The bowls of udon were flavorful and heartwarming to my stomach. Even when I finished the udon, I was still spooning the sauce leftover too. Great spot with a variety of udon that's perfect for a noodles type of day. It's a tad pricey, but that's Manhattan for you.

    Niku Tsuke Udon
    Serena X.

    I got the Niku tsuke ramen, which was pretty sizable. I like the chewiness of the noodles, and the broth was also quite refreshing. While it's not the best udon place I've been to in the city, it's good for the price and there's a decent amount of seating in the restaurant.

    Goodness it's like a crisp work of ART
    Quandra T.

    After dance class, my friend needed some food and when I read the word "izakaya" in the subtitle, I knew this place would work for me. The second I walked in I saw a lone customer eating a DELICIOUS-looking plate of curry. We were sat down next to said customer and I simply had to apologetically interrupt his meal and ask him what dish he had because it looked and smelled so enticing. He confirmed it was the Beef Curry Rice and I was immediately sold. The base dish is simply rice with a curry sauce MIXED with beef, but you have the option of also topping it with pork or chicken katsu. My stomach definitely wasn't ready for double-portions tonight, so I stuck with the base curry and was not disappointed. Portions are LARGE and satisfying and this dish was every bit as comforting and delicious as I anticipated it to be. ALSO, fun, fruity drinks for the win (a reason I love drinking in Koreatown). Staff was also SUPER friendly; they give you a good chunk of time in the beginning to peruse the menu and get your orders straight. I would definitely come back for this curry!

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    Yes we do take out!!

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    Tensai - ebi niku udon ($18)

    Tensai

    4.3(56 reviews)
    1.1 miMidtown East

    This is an adorable, cute and cozy little udon shop. Not good for a large group. Some of the best…read moreudon I have had outside of Japan. I highly recommend and cannot wait to visit again.

    I had stopped by this little hole in the wall a handful of times before stopping in several months…read moreago during a cold winter day. The place was pretty quiet, and the staff was friendly. To drink, I had a Hot Organic Super Matcha Tea for 4.95. It was alright tea, and I wish teas were included in the price point, as otherwise, this place feels pretty traditional. In terms of food, I only ordered from the seasonal menu, so I'm not sure how the rest of the dishes are, but from what I had, I would go back for a light traditional meal. My appetizer was the Dashimaki Tamago/だし巻まき卵たま, or sweet savory omelet with daikon for $6.98. This came with three pieces along with a little dollop of grated radish. The pieces had a light sweetness to them along with a bit of savoriness. They were juicy and a bit bouncy while maintaining some softness. This was standard and good. My main dish was the $19.98 Beef Tan Tan Udon, or ground sirloin beef, spicy broth, baby bok choy, kikurage mushroom, scallions, and sesame seeds. While I have preferred udon from spots like Raku, the udon had a mild chew to it, and they were still good. The broth had a mix of sweetness and spiciness with a nice depth of flavor. The vegetables inside tasted fresh, and the meat added some richness. This was good as well. I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to go here, but the food was good. If you're in the area and looking for no frills Japanese dining in a more comfortable atmosphere at pretty decent Midtown East prices, I would recommend this place.

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    Katsu-Hama

    Katsu-Hama

    4.0(1.8k reviews)
    0.8 miMidtown East
    $$

    I am a sucker for delicious Katsu and you'll struggle to find better than Katsu-Hama. Katsu-Hama…read morehas a quaint, Japanese vibe in a small but comfortable dining area. It's not especially big, so you may have a bit of a wait if you frequent right at lunch or in the evening but whatever amount of time you have to wait it will be well worth it. Service is top tier but you come for the food. They have a varied menu with a lot of options so if you're bringing a buddy that isn't up for Katsu, they'll have plenty to choose from. The Katsu is the star and I think what sets this place apart is that they offer Berkshire pork katsu as an option. Arguably some of the best pork, it's great to have the option if you're looking to heighten the experience. I love their pork katsu and go nuts over the chicken katsu curry. It's super crispy, slightly greasy but never off-putting. And it's served with the most delicate and delicious cabbage slaw. I could eat a mountain of this it's so good. Highly recommended.

    This place is a bit hard to spot, but it's on the same side of the street as the sorta famous (50…read moreyears +) Phil's Stationery. Katsu-Hama is about two doors to the Left of Phil's, and has minimal, very discreet signage. I got some tonkatsu...I forget the exact type, but it was essentially the most fatty of the tonkatsu offered. It came with cabbage (with a sesame ginger type dressing), daikon radish (with some type of sauce on top), and the standard sauce for the tonkatsu, along with some crushed sesame seed and hot mustard. I'd have to say...the tonkatsu was quite good....not quite as sublime as my favorite tonkatsu place in Tokyo...but still, very, very good. The dish also came with a bowl of miso soup (good, and not overly salty) and a bowl of white rice, which I considered the most disappointing part of the meal. The rice seemed a bit dried out...not moist.... All in all, an excellent meal. I'd definitely come back.

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    Izakaya MEW - Salmon Carpaccio

    Izakaya MEW

    4.3(3.3k reviews)
    0.1 miMidtown West
    $$

    Honestly, I really enjoyed my time at Izakaya Mew. I love the underground vibe because it gives it…read morethat cozy dim vibe. The servers were pretty attentive and funny, they'd check on us regularly, somehow managing to convince us to get even more items based on what we liked. As a big fan of seafood, I really enjoyed the Scallop Uni Butter Scallop and the Shishamo Fritters. A lot of the items didn't feel heavy which is always a plus with Izakayas, and allowed us to order and try even more items on the menu. Definitely the perfect place to come with a group of friends after work !

    Great tasting food that will surprise. Tried the toro taku crispy rice, it was a recommended item,…read moreand this one surprised me the most. Great variety of textures and taste. The creamy kimchi udon was ok. It didn't feel like one dish, but tasted good. The una don was great. Good sauce and blend of supporting veggies to enhance the taste. Service was super quick. Everything was rapid fire: order taken, food comes out quick, water gets replinished before asking, plates are taken the moment they are finished, and check comes immediately after asking for it. Interior was cramped and loud. Really fitting as many tables as they can in the space. I saw others mentioning to make reservations. I went without one and got lucky. There was a table opening 30 minutes out. Would recommend having one, but you can definitely try walking in. First come first serve basis Overall, solid spot for great tasting food. Great for smaller parties of 2, but expect it to be tight with spacing

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    Okatte Tanto NY

    Okatte Tanto NY

    4.5(60 reviews)
    1.0 miMidtown East

    Called beforehand on a Friday night for two and seats were ready when we arrived at 8:30pm. Upon…read moreentering, it felt like I teleported to Japan. Many of the clientele are Japanese so we knew we were at an authentic place. We got: - Fried oysters: the batter was light and crispy and oysters piping hot - Vinegared Mackerel w/ Ponzu Sauce: fresh & tangy - Intestines Hotpot: comforting & light despite the fattiness of the intestines - Creamed Mentai Udon: they split it in 2 small bowls for us since we were sharing. Udon had a nice bouncy chew and sauce was not heavy We also got a bottle of sake, and they poured it in a beautiful sake decanter to keep it cold. First time seeing cold sake presented this way which was very cool. We tried Suntory draft beer since that was the only draft they had, which was odd since most Japanese places carry Asahi/Sapporo, definitely not as light as the other two beers I'm used to. Even though I was stuffed by the end, I didn't feel lethargic, everything felt light without compromising flavor. Service was attentive although our udon came at the very end, we thought they had forgot about it.

    There are a few restaurants in NYC that make you feel like you are stepping into a Japan portal,…read moreand Okatte Tanto is no doubt one of those. As you step into the restaurant, you immediately feel a sense of formality and strictness. It's also very quiet in the restaurant, and friendly to solo diners, adding on more to the Japan-esque feel. The food is high quality here, but the portions are small, and it is pricey. I would budget to spend around $100 a person here after tip and tax, if you ignore the prices on the menu and try a variety of things. The tuna from the bone is the most famous dish here, but I was not able to get it as they sell out very fast. But I tried the sashimi and it was high quality -- just that it was not enough food for me. But that makes it more in line with portions back in Japan. They have an extensive sake list and they also have the casual cocktail options like lemon drops you would find in Tokyo. The atmosphere really transports you straight into Japan if that is something you are looking for. Expect to pay a premium for small-ish portions, but at the same time very well-made and authentic food.

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