Mikaku Udon Bar

Just tried this new local spot and loved it! Definitely my new favourite for sit down food in the area and great Udon overall. We had the Rose Udon which was creamy and delicious as well as the braised beef Udon which was equally as good. The fried squid was also way better than I was expecting- light batter, not too heavy, and overall tasty. Cheesecake was also delicious! Back patio atmosphere and service was lovely, I have only good things to say. So glad this place opened and we will definitely be regulars here! ☺️

Mikaku Udon is a solid spot for udon, especially if you're looking for a place with reasonable prices. I tried the Buta Udon (soup-based), and it was pretty good—the broth had a sweet and interesting flavor that stood out. While this is a fusion-style place with cream-based udon options, that’s not really my thing, so I stuck with the traditional broth. That said, they do a great job with regular udon, and for the price, it’s a good deal. Would definitely come back when I’m craving a comforting bowl of udon.

This was a very yummy udon bar that I’ve recently discovered because i know they had a downtown location and realized there was a location uptown as well. The udon was very yummy, we ordered the two popular dishes; chicken curry udon and maze udon. They were both delicious, the curry one was definitely more on the heavier side but the flavour was great. We thought the maze udon has very strong Chinese flavours, they also give you a bowl of rice to mix in with the sauce at the end. The taco wasabi was also super strong in flavour that it burns your nose. The service was great, given they only had two servers for the whole restaurant you can tell they are trying their best. We came on a Friday night and there was definitely a waitlist but we did not have to wait that long maybe less than 10 minutes. But I did see that many people walked in after the waitlist was close, so be sure to get there early! The atmosphere was nice, it was a cute little udon bar, you can see the whole place at one glance. Felt very homey and warm while eating a bowl of udon. I definitely want to come back and try other things in their menu because while waiting for my food we saw a lot of people ordering the spicy cream udon and the seafood udon as well.

I went there for my birthday for the first time. Food was good. Quaint little place. Good price for the food. It’s a small place, so you will have to wait if it’s busy.

Food: 2 Stars Service: 4 Stars Ambience: 4 Stars Value: 3 Stars Overall: 3.25 Stars Went to Mikaku Udon Bar with a friend last Thursday around 5PM, and it wasn't too busy. The atmosphere is lovely, decorated with Japanese-themed art and decor, which really adds to the experience. The warm lighting and traditional Japanese elements like the wood accents and art on the wall made it feel quite cozy and authentic. It was a relaxing place to sit down and catch up with a friend after a long day. We started with the Buta as an appetizer, which was presented nicely. This dish was actually quite good, and as it comes with the salad in the middle, it complemented the dish well. For our mains, we ordered the Spicy Cream Udon and the Seafood Udon, as we were both craving something with a bit of heat. Unfortunately, despite the two chili pepper symbols next to these items on the menu, we found the dishes to be extremely mild—there was barely any spice at all. This was quite disappointing, especially since we specifically ordered these dishes for their advertised spiciness. We even checked with our server to make sure the order was correct, and she assured us it was. The flavours overall were not bad, but nothing extraordinary. The Spicy Cream Udon had a creamy texture, and the noodles were cooked perfectly, with that nice chewy consistency that udon is known for. The seafood udon was also well-prepared in terms of udon texture, but the broth was quite mild, and there wasn’t much depth to the flavour. The seafood itself seemed fresh, but one area they really fell short was the shrimp—it wasn't deveined. As someone who cooks at home, I know that deveining shrimp is an important step, both for presentation and to avoid any off-putting taste. In this day and age, there are pre-cleaned shrimp options readily available at most grocery stores, so seeing the shrimp served with veins still intact made me question the attention to detail and overall quality control in their kitchen. It was a small detail, but one that left a negative impression. Aside from the shrimp issue, the udon itself was quite nice. The udon were bouncy with a pleasant chew, and it was clear that they know how to cook their noodles well. The portions were generous, and the ingredients used seemed fresh, which I appreciated. The atmosphere and the quality of the udon noodles were definitely the highlights of the experience. However, despite these positives, the overall experience felt a bit underwhelming. The lack of spice in dishes that were marked as spicy was a major letdown, and the menu itself didn't offer anything particularly unique or exciting that would make me want to return. The options were quite basic, and while they were executed adequately, there was nothing that really stood out or differentiated Mikaku Udon Bar from other Japanese restaurants in the area. Given the competitive landscape of Japanese cuisine, especially in a city with so many great options, I think it's important for a restaurant to have a signature dish or a unique twist that makes it special, and unfortunately, I didn’t find that here. Overall, while the food was okay, and the atmosphere was lovely, there wasn’t enough to make me want to come back. The menu options felt quite standard, and similar dishes can easily be found at other Japanese restaurants—many of which offer a bit more in terms of flavour and creativity. If you're looking for a cozy spot with decent udon, it might be worth a visit, but if you're after bold flavours or something truly memorable, you may want to explore other options. xx kellychan360

The chicken curry udon is very very creamy, so depending on your taste this might be a bit too rich. The chicken cutlet is sliced extremely thin, there wasn't too much meat. I liked the addition of the cabbage inside the udon so that there is more texture to it. The buta udon soup was overly sweet, with not too many slices of pork. The chicken karaage was crispy, but flavor tasted more like Korean style fried chicken. Also, the portion for the price of $12.99 was not worth it.

Been wanting to try this place out for some time and it was even better than I’d hoped! My partner and I got the chicken curry udon and it was amazing. Chicken is crispy and not oily at all, noodles are chewy and delightful. I do wish there were more noodles in the dish than bok choy however it added a sweet crunch to contrast with the noodles. The curry was very flavourful, not spicy at all. Restaurant is pretty small so best to arrive before busy times to secure a spot. Staff were very welcoming and friendly, prices are decent for the quality of the meal. Definitely coming back!

Pretty decent udon bar. For me the value for money at udon places in general have never been the greatest, but this one was pretty decent. We ordered the buta udon and the spicy cream udon, and both were really good. The amount of seafood in the bowl was pretty decent. We also decided to try the onigiri which was really tasty with bits of ground pork in it. Atmosphere is okay overall but there is a bit of a cold draft in the place in specific spots. Service was good too - our server was really helpful explaining what things in the menu consisted of.