I was recommended a trendy udon restaurant and decided to visit it! The udon dishes on Instagram looked so beautiful and exciting. I love udon and katsuodashi (bonito soup stock), so I was really looking forward to it. The restaurant is called "@bokutoudontokatsuodashi" on Instagram. I visited right after they opened, so I was able to enter without waiting. The restaurant has a stylish atmosphere with many Instagrammable spots. I ordered the Tare Katsu Small Udon Set for 1,350 yen. It came with Tare Katsu Don (pork cutlet bowl), cold tofu, pickles, and small udon (hot or cold). The pork cutlet was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. Mixing the soft-boiled egg with shredded cabbage was also tasty. The cold tofu turned out to be Goma Tofu, a regional dish from Saga and Nagasaki made with soy milk, kudzu starch, and potato starch. It was also delicious. I chose the hot udon, which had a simple flavor that paired well with the bonito soup stock. The udon noodles were chewy and delicious. My companion chose the cold udon, which also looked delicious. The pickles were served in a jar and seemed to be all-you-can-eat, but they were too much for me to finish. Overall, it was a great meal.

Popular udon restaurant in Izumi Chuo. Visited around 1 pm on a weekday. Waited for 15 minutes to enter the restaurant. Ordered the curry udon lunch set. It arrived in about 10 minutes. The udon was soft and chewy in Kansai style, and the curry sauce was a bit sweet. It was very delicious. The only downside was that the chopsticks were too flimsy. I prefer larger and sturdier chopsticks. Overall, I highly recommend the udon and broth. Please give it a try. It was delicious.

After a long time, I went and found a long line even before the store opened! They open at 11:00 AM sharp, so if you're not there on time, you can't get in. What is the reason for this popularity? 20 minutes before opening, there are only a few seats left. I ordered their specialty - the set meal of tarekatsu and udon. The pickled radish that came out when I sat down wasn't particularly delicious. The tarekatsu was round like a ball, with a sweet sauce. The udon was thick, but the broth wasn't as flavorful as expected. It's a generous portion, so it might be good for big eaters.

I came to Izumi City! I visited a popular udon restaurant in Izumi City! With 4 stores mainly in Senshu and also a store in Yodoyabashi, Osaka! Today's restaurant is "Boku to Udon to Katsuo Dashi"! It was crowded with customers today, and I waited for about an hour! The exterior of the restaurant is very stylish! Inside, there are table seats and counter seats, creating a clean and calm atmosphere! Today's order was... ~Limited Time Offer~ (Bucket Sudachi Udon) ¥980 and (Tare Katsu Small Udon Set (3 pieces of Tare Katsu)) ¥1450! The Bucket Sudachi Udon and the popular Tare Katsu both have a striking appearance! They look very delicious! The Bucket Sudachi Udon is filled with sudachi in a bucket! The udon noodles are thick, but have a perfect softness and a great texture! The texture of the noodles, the umami that comes out with each bite, and the aroma of the wheat are truly amazing! The broth of the udon has a refreshing aroma and umami from the sudachi! The combination of the delicious udon and the amazing broth is perfect and truly delicious! The udon is very delicious, but the Tare Katsu donburi that most customers order is even more delicious! The Tare Katsu is first of all very large and full of volume! Despite its size, it is very tender and melts in your mouth! And from the tender katsu comes a burst of umami and sweetness! The katsu alone is delicious, but the sweet sauce pairs perfectly with the katsu and also goes well with the white rice! Under the katsu, there is a bed of cabbage, and when you mix the katsu, cabbage, and rice together, it really stimulates your appetite! I was surprised by how addictive the Tare Katsu donburi was! The udon is amazing, but they also offer a variety of other dishes that are all delicious! Definitely give it a try!

For lunch on this day, we went to this restaurant. Last time we came, we gave up because there were too many people waiting. This time, we arrived before the opening and there was already one group waiting, so we decided to wait as well. Everyone was waiting in their cars, but once we started lining up, others followed. We finally got in when they opened, sat at a table, and ordered the chicken tempura rice bowl, summer shrimp tempura udon, and the famous pork cutlet. The pork cutlet was delicious, and soon after, the summer shrimp tempura udon and chicken tempura rice bowl were served. They were all delicious. Thank you for the meal!

Today's lunchtime was spent at a udon restaurant called "Boku to Udon to Katsuodashi" near Izumi Chuo that I had been curious about for a while. When I arrived a bit after the opening time, the parking lot was already full, so I had to park in the second parking lot. After checking in at the restaurant, I was given a buzzer and told that it would be a 1-hour wait for the second seating. I decided to wait in my car in the outdoor parking lot. The buzzer went off after about 40 minutes, and I was finally seated inside. I ordered the "Summer Vegetable Tempura Bukkake Udon" for 1280 yen, and my companion ordered the warm "Naruto Wakame Udon" set for 990 yen. Before the dishes arrived, we were served katsuodashi fish powder and pickles. There were various condiments available at the counter. Was this a place where you could customize the taste? The dishes were served, and the visual presentation was excellent. The bukkake udon was beautifully arranged with a large variety of summer vegetables. The udon presentation was particularly appealing. In the center, there was an egg yolk with grated daikon, finely chopped asatsuki, and extremely fine chopped nori. Salt with coarse grains was provided separately for the tempura. Summer vegetables included okra, red bell pepper, water eggplant, shishito pepper, and even pumpkin, which was not listed on the menu. Before tasting, my impression was 100 points. The meticulous work, carefully selected ingredients, and beautiful presentation all had a high level of likeability. However, when it came to the udon itself, although the thick noodles were satisfying, I felt that the texture was soft and there was an overcooked feeling around the outer edges. While bukkake udon requires a strong dashi flavor, the broth was too light or subdued. Given the strong impact of the restaurant's name, the lack of a strong bonito flavor was disappointing. If the intention was to supplement this with table dashi soy sauce or katsuodashi fish powder, that would be strange. I also tried the warm udon soup, which was thin to the point where it couldn't be described as just light. It was disappointing considering the excellent visual presentation. I am grateful for my healthy body today.

On July 28, 2023, I revisited a restaurant in Kansai during a trip back home. Due to the heat, I left my house at 6:25 am and arrived at Shin-Osaka at 10:45 am. Instead of having lunch on the train as usual, I decided to have lunch in Kansai. I arrived at the restaurant around 12:25 pm. I ordered the Pork Cutlet Udon Set (with 3 pieces of pork cutlet) and it was delicious. The pork cutlet was surprisingly thick but very tender and flavorful. The udon noodles were thick and chewy, with a unique texture. I also tried the Sudachi Udon and the Chicken Tempura Udon, both of which were also tasty. Overall, the experience was great and I would love to come back for dinner to try their other dishes.

I ordered the Tarekatsu don and udon set. The Tarekatsu lived up to its reputation, with tender meat and a sauce that paired well with the rice. The udon had a strong bonito flavor, and the finely chopped seaweed added a nice touch to the dish. It was delicious overall.

One of the most popular restaurants in Izumi Chuo. As soon as it opens, a long line starts to form. It is recommended to arrive just before opening. Although I wanted to try the udon, which is their specialty, I also heard that their Tarekatsu is famous. Being greedy, I chose the Tarekatsu Udon set (with 2 pieces of katsu). You can also choose 3 pieces of katsu. The udon noodles are firm and have a nice texture, beautifully arranged. I was happy to see grated radish on top, which was unexpected. You can also enjoy changing the flavor by adding the Sudachi sauce or Yuzu pepper sauce on the table. The noodles are firm and chewy. The katsu don is not like the typical egg-covered don, but comes separately with a hot spring egg on the side. The katsu is round rather than thick, with just the right amount of sauce. It goes well with the rice. The portion is like a meal for two, and I ended up overeating! Maybe the fullness comes from chewing the noodles well. The restaurant seems new, and the interior and building are clean. It has a cafe-like atmosphere. I would definitely like to go back.

While out for lunch today, I found a udon restaurant as it was hot and I was craving something cold. Their specialty seemed to be "Tarekatsu," which is similar to tonkatsu. I ordered the Tarekatsu small udon set. I was surprised by the size (thickness) of the Tarekatsu! It was made from pork fillet and was delicious. The udon noodles had a great chewy texture as well. The restaurant was clean and although it may be a bit pricey, it's definitely worth a visit.

The udon is delicious. The atmosphere is pleasant. The service is excellent. This place is a successful model in the suburbs. It's a shop that is loved. The noodles are chewy, and they taste good whether cold or hot. The presentation of the udon shows the care put into it. It's a joy to experience dining out. I will definitely come back to this place. Thank you for the meal!

I visited this restaurant in Sakai City for lunch, after finding it on Google Maps the day before and being drawn in by the unique menu and food photos. I arrived around 2 pm, avoiding the peak time, and was able to park in the restaurant's parking lot. The table seats were almost full, but luckily there was space at the counter. I ordered the "Grated Daikon Udon" and the "Tarekatsu" separately. The udon noodles were thick and chewy, with a balanced broth that didn't overpower with bonito flavor. The condiments on the table, like yuzu and shichimi pepper, added extra enjoyment. The highlight was the tarekatsu, which was surprisingly tender and flavorful for its small size and low price of 350 yen. It seemed to be made from a tenderloin cut, although the menu also listed a separate "Hirekatsu." Overall, the experience was unique and enjoyable, making me curious to visit similar restaurants in Tokyo.

I'm Kouji, and I get really anxious when unexpected waiting times occur when I have plans. On this day, I had the opportunity to drive to Izumi, so I decided to have lunch at an udon restaurant I wanted to visit in the Izumi area. The parking lot in front of the restaurant was full, so I parked at the second parking lot across the street. It took about 40 minutes before the buzzer finally rang, and I could enter the restaurant and sit at the counter. I ordered the Ebi-Chikuwa Tempura Udon for 1160 yen with extra noodles (free) and a change to tororo rice (additional 200 yen). The presentation was quite impressive, but the tempura was not what I expected (it was Chikuwa Tempura with shrimp mixed in). The noodles were a bit chewy, similar to Ise Udon that has been rinsed with cold water. The tempura was good, and the tororo rice was nice. It had a trendy atmosphere, and there were many female customers, but overall, it was not my favorite. If I were to visit again, I might try the Tare Katsu Don instead. Thank you for the meal!

This was my second visit. Last time I went to Izumikita, it was quite crowded and I had to wait a while, but this time at Izumifuchu, I was able to get in easily. The interior of the restaurant feels quite small (no photos though). Last time I ordered a set and it was too much, so this time I went for individual items. I think I had the chicken tempura. Even with individual items, the portion size was good, and you can even get the noodles in a large size for free, so even men should be satisfied. The noodles have a good texture and the broth is delicious.

Iizumi City Karakunimachi's popular restaurant "Boku to Udon to Katsuo Dashi" is my favorite place, and I often use it for lunch and dinner. The private rooms have tatami mats where you can take off your shoes, so even with a baby, you can enjoy a leisurely meal. They also have picture books and toys available (if they're not out of stock). You can enjoy the view of the courtyard from the window during lunch. Recommended dishes include not only udon! The tonkatsu in the lunch set, the limited edition Goma Shima Aji, and the summer limited Sudachi Udon are all delicious. The tonkatsu is like a big rice ball, it's amazing! The kids' plate is a menu that children will be very satisfied with for 750 yen. If you just drop by, you may have to wait for 30 minutes, so if you have a specific date in mind, it's best to make a reservation by the day before. They will give you a buzzer to wait, so it's okay to wait in the car. ⭕️

The crispy and delicious chicken tempura with thick noodles had a nice chewy texture. The portion of noodles was generous and the tempura plentiful. I couldn't finish it all, so I took it home and reheated it, and it was still delicious. I would like to go back next time to try the tonkatsu as well.

The cost performance is very good. For around 1200 yen, you get udon, onigiri, and tempura. The tempura, like shrimp tempura, comes on a separate plate instead of on the udon. You can get a free large serving of udon. The taste is delicious. The texture of the udon is a bit less firm compared to Sanuki udon. This place is popular and recently opened, so you might have to wait about an hour during lunchtime on weekends.

I often pass by this neighborhood, but this time I decided to stop by as I was curious. Not sure what to order, I went with a set of Katsudon and mini udon. I wasn't sure about the Katsudon, so I ordered the one with two pieces. Since there was only a 100 yen difference for the one with three pieces, I went for that one. The Katsudon was intense, in a bowl shape and very filling. The flavor was on the sweeter side with a dashi base. The udon was made with thick noodles and had a delicious kombu broth. It had a slightly sweet taste with a good amount of bonito flavor. I mistakenly thought the topping was sesame seeds, but it turned out to be bonito flakes. The shichimi spice was also tasty. Thank you for the meal. I will definitely consider coming back again.

The lunch set with tarekatsu don is amazing, with a huge and juicy fillet katsu. The tonkatsu is said to have been perfected at a Tokyo restaurant, with a certificate displayed inside. The udon is authentic Sanuki udon, with a light and flavorful dashi broth made with plenty of bonito.

Around 11:30, my daughter and I entered the restaurant. We were lucky to be shown to a private room because it was available. The private room could fit about 5-6 people and had a sunken kotatsu table, but the seating area was spacious, which was great for families with children. There was enough space to even lay a baby down to sleep. We ordered a children's set meal and a small tonkatsu udon set. The children's set meal came with croquette or pork cutlet, udon, oden (tofu, egg, fish cake), rice ball, wiener, and salad, which was quite luxurious! My daughter could only eat a bit of the udon, rice, and oden, so I finished the rest. The udon had a firm texture and they even provided a special utensil set for cutting the noodles, which was very helpful for parents! The tonkatsu udon set came with wakame udon and a tonkatsu and on top of rice, with a sweet sauce. The noodles were thick and had a nice texture, and the broth was flavorful. The tonkatsu was incredibly tender and delicious! It was surprisingly soft and paired perfectly with the sweet and savory sauce and the onsen egg. I initially expected the udon to be the highlight, but everything was fantastic!

After finishing a job in Izumi Chuo for the first time, I searched for a place that was open for lunch until late and found this place. The building seemed to be a renovated old folk house, but the inside had a cafe-like atmosphere. The background music playing was 80s J-POP songs like "MONEY" by Shogo Hamada and songs by Bakufu Slump. The entrance to the restroom was like that of an old folk house, with a low beam that required bending down to enter. In the kitchen, there was a thin man in charge of frying and a well-built man in charge of udon. There were a total of 4 staff members, including 2 waitresses. At the entrance, there was a registration counter similar to a family restaurant. I arrived around 13:40, and even though it was a late lunchtime, there were 3 groups of waiting customers ahead of me. The waiting customers inside the restaurant were only one couple, while the rest waited in their cars in the parking lot. Finally, I was seated and ordered the specialty of the house, which was the "Tarekatsu Small Udon Set" for ¥1,550. The set included tarekatsu donburi, cold tofu, pickles, and small udon. I ordered the udon cold. The tarekatsu donburi was a direct descendant of Shunkotei in Meguro, Tokyo. The tarekatsu pieces were about the size of a thumb, resembling fried oysters, placed on shredded cabbage with a soft-boiled egg on top. The udon noodles were arranged in a way that reminded me of the "Lady Butterfly's Curled Hair" at Udon Restaurant Kizuke in Nakatsu. The toppings included shredded seaweed and green onions, grated daikon radish, bonito flakes, and egg yolk. The noodles lacked the chewy texture that I prefer, and overall, I felt a bit disappointed. I also noticed some operational issues, such as delays in seating customers even when there were empty tables, and a slow tempo in the kitchen that seemed unconcerned about the waiting customers. If they were to implement Toyota's Kaizen method, they could reduce the waiting time by half or more. Somehow, I left the restaurant feeling a bit down, like the feeling you get from looking at food photos...PS: The title reference is from a song. The atmosphere of the restaurant reminded me of either Udon Dining KONA×MIZU×SHIO in Sakaisuji Hommachi or the song "Heya to Y Shirt to Watashi" by Airi Hiramatsu. For those who are interested, please check out the song from 1:07 onwards!