Marugame Udon

Marugame Udon at Valley Fair delivers a fun, theatrical experience with fresh handmade udon noodles prepared right in front of you, and the chewy texture paired with flavorful broths like Nikutama or Tan Tan really hits the spot for authentic Japanese comfort food. Most main udon bowls fall comfortably in the $10-15 range, offering generous portions and great value for a quick mall meal, especially when you add a piece or two of crispy tempura without breaking the bank. The only minor drawbacks are the frequent crowds and limited seating during peak shopping hours, which can make it feel a bit rushed. Overall, it's a solid go-to for tasty, affordable udon in San Jose—definitely worth four stars and a repeat visit off-peak.

Went for lunch on a Monday, so it was still crowded but only a few minutes wait to order. We tried the Creamy Broth topped pork chashu and seasoned egg, the Curry Nikutama with beef and soft boiled egg, and the Premium Tendon rice bowl with seasonal tempura, 2 shrimp tempura, and a seasoned egg. They were all pretty good for the prices and the speed of service. The tempura on the premium tendon bowl was a little soggy, especially for the meat, but the flavor was good. Would go back again when shopping at the mall.

Fast and tasty food, I can’t complain. Went there on the weekend during dinner time and it seemed super busy. There was a line outside with like 10 or so people in it. Nevertheless we waited in it and it shrunk quite quickly. Ordering is quite optimized as you go through the flow chart of getting your food. Quick to order, get the food, and sit. Got the curry option and it was yummy. Also got the fried toppings too and it was also yummy. It was quite enjoyable yes.

Went for dinner on a Friday night and have to wait in the queue for about 10 mins which is okay. Good selection of udon noodles at very reasonable prices along with a good variety of tempura side dishes. The portion is filling even for a regular serving and the taste of freshly made udon noodles definitely makes a difference. This restaurant totally justifies why it is popular especially with the younger generation.

Started lining up outside of the place but it moves very fast! Staff are all super kind and efficient allowing the line to move fast. I got the regular Kake and an imitation crab tempura, both perfectly cooked. The udon noodles were thick and bouncy and broth was flavorful. The tempura was super good and probably my favorite and would go just for the tempura. The dining area was super clean and a staff member assisted in organizing my dishes at the return area. One of the best marugame locations I’ve been to. Make sure to give it a try!

We got the udon but realized those too thick noodles are not my cup of tea. Everything was okay-okay for me. I wouldn’t go there again. Good vibe though. There might be line so when you come you might have to wait for 5-10 minutes.

Went there for lunch with a friend. Service was fast line move quick. we ordered the beef udon but it is too sweet to my liking. Maybe other options will be better. The favor is great it’s just that the soup is too sweet.

9/10. The food was really good. I love the whole setup. I love thick noodles but I personally feel they were tooo thick or me I would still come back. Everything was reasonably priced and worth whatever you may spend.

Amazing udon! I always come to this place whenever I am craving soup. The noodles are so chewy and the broth tastes really good.

Marugame Udon is consistently worth it, even when the line looks long enough to test your patience. That said, here is the hack: order online, pick it up, and eat at the tables just outside the seating area. Same food, no line, immediate happiness. As for what to order, Curry Nikutama is it. I have never successfully talked myself into getting anything else. The curry broth is rich and savory without being heavy, clinging perfectly to those chewy, freshly made udon noodles. Once the egg melts in, the whole bowl comes together in the most comforting, deeply satisfying way. Marugame does not overcomplicate things. They focus on quality, consistency, and food that actually delivers. Long line or not, this is a repeat visit every time.

My normal go-to is the Curry, but I tried the new seasonal tomato curry and it was pretty good! Udon here is always good! Their regular size bowls changed, we believe it's a smaller size. They have someone helping with seating now and a lot of employees helping us carry our trays backs and cleaning the tables for the next party.

I'm literally the biggest Marugame Udon fanatic. I love everything on their menu. If i could eat something every day it would be Marugame Udon. You get so much variety, from udon to rice and light broth to curry. Good selection of tempura as well as sides. Good price point for the amount of food you get too. Although it is kind of the "fast food" of udon the quality is pretty good. The beef is thinner and more fatty but I like that because it gives more flavor. Tempura was a bit soggy though, so it was probably sitting out for a bit. Service was efficient and ample seating in the restaurant. Interior is well maintained. Cleanup crew was very nice and picked up my finished tray for me. Would come back!

We went here on a Wednesday night . No wait, you go an order and they make your bowl right in front of you before it turns into cafeteria style. We got shrimp tempura, chicken katsu, and one large and one small creamy broth soup. The noodles are very thick so you get full fast but the broth is great. You get utensils, water etc., on your own.

First time trying Marugame Udon at Valley Fair's Noodle House. It was okay--nothing too special, but not bad either. I ordered the tomato beef noodle soup. The flavors were decent and comforting, though it didn't really stand out compared to other noodle spots. Not the best I've had, but definitely not the worst. Solid option if you're in the area and craving noodles.

A very good alternative from Ramen Nagi. We didn't want to wait in line. So we came here. This was my first time and there was a good selection of fried foods to add to your udon. I got a few tempura, squash and a pork katsu. It was so with it. A cute spot that that had 2 entrances. Restaurant isn't closed off which is nice. It wasn't crazy busy when we came here. We were able to find a spot to sit, unlike most places they have a wait. No wait most people eat and leave. I do want to come back and try their other choices. I got what was recommended the beef nikutama. It does have a sweet taste to it. I personally would like it was more savory.

Food: Tomatama Curry Price: $13.99 (Regular) Overall: I really liked that Marugame Udon is at Valley Fair and across from Ramen Nagi. I went with my mom and sister (mom never tried this place) and it was pretty crowded; we waited around 20 minutes. Upon looking at the menu, they had a new item so I tried th Tomatama Curry! The process is quick and tables was easy to get as people were finishing up in a timely manner. The Tomatama had tomato egg and katsu + the udon had a good bounciness to it. It is quite a bit salty and heavy but, I think the katsu and curry is such an elite combo. Marugame Udon is such a solid yummy udon spot!

Easy, quick, and delicious! This restaurant is so efficient. You order your udon and walk along an assembly line, watching your noodles get cooked and your toppings being added. The whole process takes minutes. At the end of the line, you can then add a variety of fried side dishes, ranging from shrimp tempura to chicken katsu. There's usually a pretty long line, but it moves very quickly. The udon options are reasonably priced and quite tasty. I enjoyed the savory dashi broth my noodles came with, along with the tender slices of beef. I also tried the gyoza, which was crispy on the outside and had plentiful filling. If you're looking for a fast and delicious meal, Marugame Udon is the perfect choice.

Had a good time eating here and there was no wait unlike the ramen place across from it. I got the noodles in curry with katsu chicken on it. I think next time I might get the small instead of large bowl and regular broth or the beef curry. They have a hot bar with lots of different tempura. I tried the hotdog, pumpkin, shrimp, potstickers and I think the best is the shrimp tempura. There was no wait for the food as you pick it up on ur tray down the line and you can pick your seat. Good if ur hungry and don't want to wait. I would come here again.

Quick lunch stop at Marugame Udon in Valley Fair--always a solid 4 stars and super dependable when I need a fast, satisfying bowl. Weekday and early weekends are least busy: walked right up today. Lots of couples tables and some families with strollers. Went with the large Beef Udon (perfect amount of tender sliced beef and rich broth), added a soft-boiled egg (runny yolk), and the sweet potato croquette on the side--crispy outside, naturally sweet inside. Everything hot, fresh, and exactly what I expect every time. Clean tables, friendly staff, and the open kitchen vibe is fun. Never disappoints when I'm craving udon. I'm here monthly.

I'm always happy to enjoy a meal at any of the Marugame Udon restaurants. They offer a cafeteria style ordering line which keeps the wait time low. There was a waiting line in-front of the restaurant but the queue moved quickly . It's helpful to decide what to order while waiting in line as the staff are ready and awaiting to fulfill your request. Typically you choose either noodles and broth or a rice dish. I chose the Nikutama which includes beef, onions and a soft-boiled egg. My mom wanted a more simple choice of the classic udon with the BK broth. Keep an eye on the menu as some may served cold or hot depending on the dish. I love that there is a self service line for add on tempura (shrimp and different vegetables), chicken katsu, croquettes, and/or gyoza. You can definitely beef up your meal as you see fit. After you receive your dish and choose your sides and drink the staff is waiting at the register for your payment. Eating in was our choice and luckily we timed it as there were a few two-seat tables available. If you have a larger party it might benefit you to look for seats first. It is self service for utensils, napkins and even the tempura sauce. Luckily I had visited the Berkeley location so I knew to look for those counters. Once you finish you are expected to return your try to the area towards the "back" of the restaurant. A staff member was waiting to receive the empty dishes and trash to be separated. If you want tasty food, quick service and no frills experience I would definitely try out this spot.

Curry Nikutama is amazing! I would definitely will be coming back for that with their side of fireball sauce. I would recommend that they make the tempura fresh when we order. I picked up one tempura pumpkin and one tempura zucchini (which they just made). The tempura zucchini was crunchy and soft in the middle! Love the texture. But the tempura pumpkin was a little soggy. Beautiful decor all around. Ambiance is nice, perfect for a meal at a mall. Service is fast and efficient.

Always consistent and filling. Marugame is my go to udon spot. I've been to 3 locations and they've never disappointed. Sometimes there is no line at the valley fair location and other times there's a long line but it goes by fairly quickly. It's never as long as the ramen place across the way (iykyk). You tell them what you want and work your way down the line. Very fast and efficient service. Sometimes there's a worker who will tell you where to sit but mostly you just seat yourself. When you're done eating you'll bring your tray to the counter and they'll take care of it. I go back and forth between the Tonkotsu and the beef udon. Both are flavorful and fresh. Sometimes I'll get the Tonkotsu and add a side of beef. They also have chili flakes if you want to add some spice. There are sides like tempura, fried veggies and chicken katsu as you go down the line. Personally I like the potato croquette. Will always come back when I'm craving something warm and brothy

Comforting udon soup + crispy tempura! My first time here, I ordered one of their most popular bowls, the Nikutama. I thought it was good, but needed ~*something*~ My sister said you need to order a side of their spicy fireball if you're looking for a lil extra something! It's not too spicy! Another time I ordered a tonkatsu style broth and that one was better! More flavorful and rich with soft chachu. Wide tempura selection. A super random one that I actually really liked was the cheese tempura!

This place is always consistent, they come out with new items and it hits. I got the tomotama katsu and it was really flavorful. The curry and tomato flavors blend well with the cheese and the udon too. I think it is a really nice combo and everyone working was so helpfulz

Was confused how to order but figured it out. The regular cold udon is really good. The tempura was a hit for the kids. Curry udon wasn't that good, but the beef rice dish was good. Kid friendly and had high chairs. Would come back!

A Must-Try Udon! Marugame Udon at Valley Fair Mall is our new favorite, easily beating out crowded spots like Nagi. The best part is the customization: pick your broth, then your choice of veggies and meat. We always get the 5 vegetarian broth, which my kids adore. Quick service and consistently delicious food. Bypass the lines and head here for a fresh, personalized meal.

I've been to marugame many times. It's bomb. It's affordable. The tempura stuff is usually good and tastes fairly fresh. Tried their newer option the creamy tonkotsu broth udon and it was really creamy and flavorful. The chashu was also really good. Honestly you can't go wrong with any of the options. Overall def will be back for my udon fix next time I'm in the area

Great spot for a quick lunch if you don't want to wait in line for Ramen Nagi! They have a good variety of choices to choose from, and service is super quick and efficient. I tried their new cheese katsu tomatsuma curry rice and it was really good! Only downside is the rice absorbed all the curry sauce, so I'd opt to get extra sauce on the side next time. I've also tried their niku udon which has good flavor and portion sizes are fair. Prices are affordable compared to other food spots at vf. The tomatsuma curry is definitely worth trying! Great flavor and not spicy at all. It was my first time trying a tomato based curry and it didn't disappoint.

This Marugame location at Valley. Fair really hits the spot when you want a quick bite of hot udon noodles. They're located on the 2nd floor, next toAlamo Drafthouse Cinema and across from Ramen Nagi. Don't worry if you see a line, because it moves fast. I've seen stanchions set up out front (and along the will around the corner) anticipating huge crowds lining up for the place. Honestly, I have never seen that many people lining up outside. It's nothing like the line for Ramen Nagi. I noticed they completely revamped their menu compared to my last visit. They build your bowl in a similar assembly line fashion to the one at Chipotle. I had the Creamy Broth udon ($14.65) and my daughter had the Nikutama udon ($13.49). We also added veggies ($2.99), plus sliced green onions & tempura flakes (no extra charge). The udon here is always good, never too mushy. The Creamy Broth udon is good if you want a tonkatsu style bowl. There sliced pork chasu were decent thickness. And you get a whole egg! You have to be in the right mood for the Nikutama, since it leans on the sweeter side. I like how they have a self serve water dispenser, so you never have to bother staff for refills. There's plenty of seating inside, and a few out the outside (along the walkway leading to the parking garage). The staff is very quick to wipe clean tables that have been vacated. We try to sit outside since the music is always cranked up too loud for sitting inside. It is way too loud to hear what the staff is asking you when you're ordering your food. And it's too loud to have a conversation when seated indoors. I don't know why they have to set it so loud. After you're done eating, you bus your own tray by taking it to the tray return area at the back. There's some cool wall art inside. All the Marugame locations I've been to are decorated this way.

I'm a big fan of Marugame Udon after first trying it in Hawaii. I ordered the regular #5 creamy bowl and was impressed. I finished every noodle and loved the soft-boiled egg. I do wish the meat came in thicker pieces. I also ordered the tempura shrimp and was surprised at how crispy the batter was. The shrimp itself was crisp as well, which I really enjoyed.

First time dining here. The new tomato udon was delicious. I just wish it came with a bit more meat (I had to add extra). My son had the curry katsu, which was also good, but it could've used more sauce, and we ended up paying extra for that too. The only real disappointment was my wife's tempura bowl it arrived cold and wasn't very crispy, which was a letdown. Other than that, we enjoyed our meals overall.

Seasonal Beef tomato is awesome, tried sausage tempura and pineapple sunrise drink this time

My first time here was a few months ago. I went on a whim being on a weekday to try it out since it wasn't so busy. I've been craving udon for the longest and I will say that they helped me curb my crave. For my future reference, I'll just stick with the udon and ask for extra beef. The tempura was just a bit too heavy for me.

Tried Marugame Udon after deciding not to wait for a ultra-trendy ramen place a stone's throw away. It was a great choice. MU is a super-decent udon house in the mall. After watching the good folks behind the counter ladel that glorious broth, I decided to give them a try. It was a very good decision. Having spent my youth eating at several noodle houses in Japantown SF, I have developed a good sense of what is good. MU is good. It starts with the broth. It can't be too watery or too salty. I could drink that broth life coffee; it is so good. The noodles are next. Udon noodles need to be thick, soft but it with a little bit of density. Again, MU succeeded. Add to that the Kakuni Chashu, soft-boiled egg & finely chopped green onions and it was a bowl of heaven. I now have a Udon place in the mall. Their fast-casual environment was clean, organized and orderly. If you are looking to satisfy a noodle craving, MU is the spot. Now for the pics.

Easy to order and delicious food. I felt a little rushed to make decisions though since you're in a line to get your food. Everything is already made so you're just telling the cook what you want to eat and they will prepare it for you, in front of you like Chipotle or Subway. There's also 2 sizes: regular and large. The regular is a good portion. They will add any extra add ons you want like an egg, extra meat, green onions etc. (for extra cost). I thought it was nice that you get to seat yourself and you can really take your time to enjoy your food. There's water available and hot tempura sauce to go with your fresh tempura (the cost isn't too bad for a few pieces that you get to choose yourself). I would definitely go again!

Love the calamari drink, very refreshing. Kaki Udon is the basic one with broth. Then ordered tempura: squid, sweet potato, big chicken & shrimp. All were very good, not overly fried. The staff here is very efficient and helped with putting the plates on the tray away. Kudos to their hard work. Also the most friendly staff of all the Marugame I have been to: SF, Oahu, San Ramon, Taipei. Will come again. Parking at Valley Fair was free first 2 hours and $3/hour there after. I was there for over 4 hours and only $6! So affordable.

This Marugame is located in the mall at Westfield Valley Fair. It can be easily accessed if you park in the 2nd floor of the parking structure. Parking there does incur cost after some time - I paid $3 in the 2 hours I was there. I came on a Friday evening and it was packed! The tables were filled and there was a line to order. Luckily, the turnaround time is short and I was able to get a table fairly quick. With the layout and tables, this is more of a place for a quick bite or with a smaller group. I ordered the Nikutama udon regular size and it was delicious. I wish they added more broth to the bowls. Regardless, it was very filling and tasty. The udons are cooked to perfection, the beef is nicely wet, the broth is umami, and the toppings (scallion, tempura bits, and seaweed) paired well together. One thing to note is they only have disposable utensils that are self serve. They have a nice water dispenser, which means I didn't need to rely on their staff or waiter to get what I needed. Overall, the food, portion size, and affordability of Marugame is excellent. I'd definitely come back for another quick meal in the future.

Came here once when they first opened and wasn't a big fan of the broth back then. But this time I was pleasantly surprised--the menu has more variety now, including rice options and more fried sides. We ordered the Nikutama Udon and the Gyudon, both labeled as "most loved," plus a fried chicken cutlet. Everything was tasty and the prices were very reasonable. Way better than my first visit. Would definitely come back again!

Flavourful, fast, and filling udon. Efficient conveyer belt serving system like Subway minimizes wait times - you order and self serve your add-ons at the counter, then immediately get your finished order at checkout. Highly recommend the Nikutama udon - it's their signature udon dish and has Japanese beef gyudon, a soft-boiled egg, and a creamy, rich broth. The potato croquette side I got was smaller and more bland than expected.

I usually get the Curry Udon Nikutama which is yummy, but is on the sweeter side. It is definitely on the heartier side, but surprisingly I don't feel that heavy from eating it. The good thing about this location is that you can walk around the mall to aid digestion. I've also tried the Tonkotsu here, but I found it to be bland and would rather get it at Ramen Nagi. My boyfriend got the Kitsune Udon which he liked and the tofu skin was good! I liked it too and it's a good option if you don't want meat in your dish. The items are reasonably priced, but you could easily spend $20+ on a meal dependent on the tempura items you get. I limit myself to the croquette, but the shrimp and veggie tempuras are also really good. Another positive about Marugame is that the line moves fast. Although there can be long lines, the restaurant is efficient so customers don't wait too long.

Idk why but I love going to Marugame as my recovery meal after a nigh out. Curry Udon (3/5): I love the udons here but I decided to experiment with the curry udon today. I have no idea why, but I thought it was okay. It was very heavy and the curry tasted a bit dry. Probably would not get this again.

I was here on a Thursday for lunch, and it was pretty empty. I got the Creamy Broth Tonkatsu. Broth was good, not too salty. Udon was decently chewy. Haven't been here in a while, but quality is still as good. I will be back!

All marugame locations are consistent snd reliable. The service is quick and you can be in and out quickly! The Valley fair location is a good place to eat at for quick meal after shopping or hanging out at the mall. The line moves fast and tables clear up quickly. Marugame is a solid place to eat at!

This place has been for a while now and I wanted to go here because how good the place looks. The atmosphere is quite artistic since they painted anime characters with the colors they use. The food is fairly priced costing between $11-14 per bowl depending on the food and size. You can watch how they make the bowl in front of you. Then, you can go and select any add ons like gyoza and shrimp tempura (usually costing extra per piece). Got the shrimp tempura since it's my favorite. Food was really delicious and place tends to fill up a bit quickly while I was dining in. The noodles are very chewy and the tempura flakes tend to become soggy in the broth, which is quite normal. Beef is tender and juicy. Definitely would come back here again to try other dishes as well as other add ons.

There was a line next to the restaurant, but we were able to get in pretty quickly. I ordered the curry udon. As soon as I placed my order, the udon was served into the bowl and the staff prepared everything really efficiently. They also had a wide variety of tempura! The noodles were softer compared to the Marugame Udon in Japan. The curry was on the sweet side--personally, I wish it had been a bit spicier. My husband ordered the chicken katsu bowl, but it turns out you can switch the rice base to udon, so he did that. They also had some limited-time menu items, which makes me want to come back again and try something new!

My favorite udon restaurant! Flavor is always consistent. Broth is flavorful but some people think it's too salty. Udon texture is chewy. I like mixing the egg into the soup and it makes the soup a bit thicker. Came on a Saturday for lunch and there was maybe 20 people in line ahead of us but the line moved fast

Marugame Udon will always be my go-to spot for udon. I mean-- they just do it so well! During my most recent visit, I tried their Curry Niku Udon. The beef was delicious and the portions were HUGE. I'm never able to finish a bowl on my own so I either share with a friend or take the rest to go. Back to the Curry Udon: The udon is freshly made so it's super bouncy and has the perfect bite. The only downside to Marugame's dishes is that they're always too salty for me. Their tempura selection is also immaculate with lots and lots of options to choose from! The green bean tempura is my new current favorite and the sauce that comes with it is CHEF'S KISS! MWAH!

I love this place and have gone since they've opened! The staff is fast and efficient! -1 star because their curry used to be only made with beef but now it's made with pork!

The food is consistent with other franchise locations - solid basic udon. They have a fair selection of tempura, but did not see any onigiri. We tried their newest item - Teri Chicken Tartar. Do not worry, it's not raw chicken but tartar sauce. It was unique as it created a pickle-y creamy flavor for the broth. It's probably not for everyone. I'd recommend only if you enjoy tartar sauce. Service was quick. We got our orders in a timely manner and were able to find seats immediately. Our table was cleaned quickly after we left to allow for more customers to get seated. I like how customers enter through one door and can leave through the back of the shop. It created a better traffic flow.

Fast service, affordable and it's definitely popular. Highly recommend any time of theirs!

This is a convenient place for a quick meal. Noodle is thick but the texture is not bouncy as you would expect from udon noodles. Dash soup is good but a bit sweeter than I like. Beef udon has good flavor that reminds me of Yoshinoya. Overall not bad but not impressed either. I will probably try beef rice bowl if I'm at the location again. I'm guessing the beef may go better with rice.

Ordered the Nikutama. Love the broth it was sweet and umami. I ordered fireball to make it made it spicy and ordered fireball. Tried a few bite before adding the fire ball. Really good. Love the dashi. Has a light smoky flavor to it. I topped my bowl with green onions and tempura flakes. Added about 1/3 of the fire ball and it gave it a nice kick. Beef flavorful, delicious. I had some pieces of tendon on the beef, made it a bit chewy but still really good flavor. I grabbed a tempura tamago. The batter was light. Tempura sauce was self serve on the side dipped it in. Nice sweet and savory light flavor The dark meat fried chicken was very juicy and well marinated. Solid choice.

Gyudon was perfectly seasoned, not salty, not too sweet. Shrimp tempura was flavorful and the chicken katsu was the best, it was tasty and tender. The restaurant was casual, but efficient.

There are tons of food options at Valley Fair but Marugame Udon is always a solid choice for a quick casual meal! Their udon is made fresh, you can definitely tell in the bouncy texture of their noodles. I got the BK udon served hot with a delicious umami broth! They top it with green onions and tempura bits. It was very filling and satisfying. I also got the tamago and sweet potato tempura. The tamago one is my favorite and never disappoints. The sweet potato one was just okay. I liked that it was made out of a Japanese sweet potato tho. For drinks, I got the calamansi lemonade which was very refreshing and a better version of standard lemonade

Ordered a very large takeout order and only realized afterward that this location is inside one of the busiest malls in the Bay Area -- on a mid-December weekend, no less. Total rookie mistake. I called the restaurant in a bit of a panic, and the manager was incredibly kind and accommodating. Despite the holiday chaos, she helped gather the entire order so I didn't have to attempt hauling everything through escalators and crowds. Because of her generosity (and patience!), a kids' basketball team was able to eat dinner between games. The food was hot, fresh, and delicious, but the service is what truly stood out. Five stars for both flavor and humanity. Would absolutely order again.

I haven't had Marugame Udon in so long and I can't believe it opened up in Valley Fair. Decided to go and getting the udon was super easy as your order the types of udon that you want before grabbing the tempura. I know this is considered a fast casual restaurant but the fact that you could get a solid bowl of noodles for less than $13 in Bay Area is essentially unheard of. I ordered the Tonkotsu Udon and I thought it was slightly worse than the last location I had Marugame Udon (Cambridge, UK) although still good nonethless. They only gave 1 piece of chasu, there was too little soup, there was a bit too much fried onion, and the egg was completely hard boiled. The flavors still hit though and I think this is a good alternative especially if you're sick of waiting in line at Ramen Nagi. Overall, not a bad eat in Valley Fair! Would come here after I have shopped around and am glad they are opening more of these more trendy restaurants.

If your looking for quick and affordable place to eat in the mall, this would be great choice! Line moved quickly and I got to eat my food within 5 mins of entering the restaurant for around $10! However for someone who knows the original marugame udon in Japan, it wasn't as good as I wanted. The noodle was less chewy (saw no one was really watching noodle while it was getting cooked?) and tempura was not crunchy on outside. Also less variety of topping. (No chikuwa ??) I wouldn't recommend it if you are expecting to taste the same as ones in Japan.