This time, I visited the restaurant "Udon Kuraten" in Senri-Omiya. It's a popular place known for its curry udon, located about a 10-minute walk from the station. I ordered the Spicy Curry Udon with Beef Tendon: 1,050 yen, Extra Noodles: 200 yen, and Onsen Tamago (hot spring egg): 110 yen. This restaurant was selected as one of the Top 100 Udon Shops in Japan by Tabelog. The Spicy Curry Udon with Beef Tendon was cooked slowly and carefully, which intrigued me to try it. The curry and bonito broth matched perfectly, and the udon noodles were soft and chewy, typical of Osaka-style udon. The curry broth was slightly spicy but still enjoyable, especially with the addition of grated ginger for flavor variation. I found it to be a delicious dish, perfect for the cold winter weather. The owner's warm and friendly service added to the pleasant atmosphere of the restaurant.

In Osaka's Asahi Ward, there is a popular udon restaurant called "100 Meiten." It is located in a somewhat remote area, and the nearest station is JR Johto Koen-dori, from where you can take a bus to get there. The restaurant is located very close to the Asahi Ward Office and tends to get crowded on weekends, with a waiting line forming. I ordered the Chicken Tempura Curry Set for around ¥1150. The set comes with either mixed rice or egg over rice. This time, I chose the egg over rice since I ordered curry udon. The curry was surprisingly thin and had a strong dashi base rather than a typical curry flavor. The udon had a good chewy texture and a fragrant aroma, making it delicious. It seems they don't pre-cook the udon but instead boil it after it's ordered. The restaurant has a cozy, nostalgic atmosphere.

I came to this udon restaurant in Asahi Ward, which is one of the famous shops, but it was closed multiple times, so I came back for revenge. I took a bus from Osaka Station and got off at Asahi Ward Office, then waited outside in the scorching heat for a few minutes with the name written. The service was slow and I had to wait for quite a while. I ordered the Chicken Tempura Udon for 1000 yen, but it was just average. I don't understand why this place is considered a famous shop. It wasn't worth coming all the way here. Udon Kura Ju, 06-6957-9010, 1-12-18 Nakamiya, Asahi-ku, Osaka City.

Today, my family of four visited the restaurant. It was a hot summer day, so we decided to try the curry udon. We also ordered W toriten (chicken tempura) and kaya gohan (mixed rice) on the side, so we didn't go for the extra large portions this time. My family chose bukkake style udon. The curry had a standard taste, but it was not too heavy, which was good. The udon itself was delicious! The kaya gohan had a gentle flavor with a strong dashi taste. It was also very tasty. Next time, I want to try the cold udon.

I visited Kura Ju for the first time, a place I had been curious about for a while. There was a line outside the restaurant during lunchtime, but we were able to be seated in about 15 minutes. I ordered the tempura udon with broth on the side, while my companion ordered the tempura udon with the tempura served separately. The noodles had a nice firm texture and a smooth mouthfeel. The tempura included shrimp, fish cake, shiso leaf, eggplant, and pumpkin, all fried to a crispy perfection. The broth for the udon was delicious and paired well with the tempura and noodles. I finished every last drop. It was a very delicious meal. Thank you for the meal! ^o^

It has been a while since my last visit, and this time I ordered the Bukkake Tempura Udon and the Bukkake Mix Tempura and Ebi Tori Udon with a side of curry. The kindness of the owner and the thoughtfulness of the staff are some of the charms of this place. The udon noodles have a nice chewiness, and the tempura is as delicious as ever! The curry for 150 yen is a must-try, it has a rich broth typical of udon shops, and it goes perfectly with the udon. Once I tried it, I couldn't resist ordering it again, and now I always get the Bukkake Udon with curry. If you haven't tried it yet, be sure to do so! It was delicious, thank you for the meal! I will definitely visit again!

On Sunday, a little past 12:30, there were 5 groups of 2 people waiting to be seated. I thought it was not too bad, and we were able to enter the restaurant in about 30 minutes. They asked us about the menu before we entered, so it was smooth. I ordered the Chicken Tempura Rice Bowl with mixed rice and added Tempura and Eggplant Tempura. The noodles had a nice texture and were delicious, with a taste that becomes addictive. Next time, I might try the Chicken Tempura Curry. Thank you for the meal.

I went to Sekime Takadono for work. I searched on Tabelog to decide what to have for lunch, and found that "Udon Kurazou" had high ratings. I wanted something light, so I walked about 10 minutes from the station to try it out. I trusted the reviews that said the chicken tempura was delicious, so I ordered the "Chicken Tempura Bukkake Udon set meal." The set meal came with a choice of mixed rice or rice with raw egg. The chicken tempura was thick and juicy, and very delicious. The udon noodles were chewy and had a great texture, which I really enjoyed. I would like to go back to eat here again when I am in the area. Thank you for the meal.

Located in Asahi Ward in the northeastern part of Osaka City. It's a udon restaurant a little walk from the old-fashioned Senri-Omiya Station. Oh, it's surprising to see a place like this selected as one of the top 100 udon shops. There are about 5 people waiting outside, but it took about 10 minutes to get in. The interior has a historical feel. There are about 20 seats, I think? I was seated at the counter and ordered the tempura udon. The curry udon is apparently the specialty, but it's not the season for it. When the chicken tempura came out, it was huge! Delicious! The spices are fragrant and it's crispy, maybe it's cumin? Nice. The udon has a firm texture, which I like. The broth is a bit light, more of a Kansai style. I feel like a stronger broth would be better, but overall, it's good. The staff is friendly, and I wish there was a place like this near my home. It seems like a udon shop loved by the locals.

This curry udon is amazing! The udon has a strong dashi flavor, a spicy kick, and a thick curry broth with just the right amount of thickness. The chicken tempura on top adds to the deliciousness and the portion size is very satisfying. The udon noodles are chewy and soft, perfect for curry udon. The kind and attentive service from the owner and staff makes the experience even more enjoyable. This curry udon is definitely worth trying again!

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Chicken tempura bukkake udon for 1,000 yen. The udon noodles are on the firmer side, which is not bad, and the broth is solid. There is nothing particularly special about it, but I like it. However, the portion of noodles is small. The chicken tempura is served piping hot and comes in large pieces, with a nice flavor. It tastes delicious even with added ginger or yuzu pepper. I was quite hungry and had just come from a restaurant with generous portions, so I felt like this place fell a bit short in terms of satisfaction.

This is a shop located a little north of the bus road in front of the Asahikawa Mori Koji Line in front of the Osaka City Asahi Ward Office. So, it's a bit far from the station. It seems to be quite crowded, but we were able to enter without much wait thanks to good timing. The line is only outside, and you cannot wait inside (probably because it's surprisingly small). The inside of the shop is not divided into small seats, so there are not many seats. There are 3 counter seats, 4 tables (2 tables with 4 seats each and 2 tables with 2 seats each), with a maximum of 15 seats. The staff, consisting of the owner and two women, seem to be working together very well. Although their handling may be a bit clumsy, they call out to customers, guide them to available seats, and pay attention to those waiting in line. The owner himself is humble and constantly moving, showing consideration in that aspect. Honestly, I thought they could increase the number of seats with a little more ingenuity, but it may be that they are unable to provide good service if they do so. The curry seemed to be popular, but this time I deliberately chose a simple bukkake udon. I sat at the counter, and it was nice to be able to see the inside of the shop. They seem to have a commitment to udon, as they were boiling it freshly each time, even though it took some time. After a while, the "Chicken Tempura Bukkake Udon (1000 yen)" arrived. It came in a larger bowl than I expected. If you order it as a set, it comes with rice or egg rice for 1220 yen. The chicken tempura was a meaty thigh type with a delicious soy sauce-based flavor, a satisfying volume, and a crispy texture that was freshly fried. I was quite impressed with the chicken tempura itself. Many reviews mention that the udon lacks firmness, but I would say that it has a firm texture inside and a soft exterior. Those who prefer it firm may not find it suitable, but personally, I thought it was fine. The broth felt a bit weak. However, it was not a big problem as you can enjoy it with the seasonings available at your seat. There are also single-item dishes on the menu, and they offer a variety of menu items for beer as well. It is a popular shop, so there is often a line, but I thought that with a little more ingenuity in terms of seating, it could be even better. Looking forward to the future. Next time, I will try a different fried udon or curry. Thank you for the meal.

"Udon WEST Top 100 Shops 2022" [Visit] Easy access from the subway Tanimachi Line "Senri Omiya" station, 10 minutes on foot [Line] None *Register upon arrival, arrived at 10:50 on Sunday with no line, 5 people at opening [Order] Verbally ordered Top-quality Chicken Tempura Curry W ¥1,050 *Limited time offer* Amakara Sudikon Rice ¥420 (soup) Mildly spicy and relatively light curry with a smooth texture of medium-thick noodles (ingredients) Chicken tempura, onsen egg, thin fried tofu, green onions (rice) A bowl of rice topped with seasonal limited edition Amakara Sudikon and egg yolk (table condiments) Grated ginger, yuzu pepper, shichimi togarashi, ichimi togarashi, soy sauce [Interior] 19 seats, counter 5 seats, table 14 seats Google Local Guide https://maps.app.goo.gl/1mWL6ULmcHWD8Gza9 Instagram https://instagram.com/i.shige_tabearuki?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM

I finished my errands here and decided to have dinner before heading back. I came across a udon restaurant that is open on Sundays and is also listed in the top 100 on Tabelog, a popular restaurant review website. The restaurant opens at 6 pm on Sundays, so I arrived five minutes early to avoid waiting in line. I was the first one there, followed by two more groups. The staff kindly handed out menus and took our orders promptly. When I asked for recommendations, they mentioned that they have a variety of curry udon dishes, including a limited-time special with beef tendon and corn. I ended up choosing the tempura udon, which had a flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles with a nice texture. The tempura was crispy and delicious, with two large pieces of chicken. My daughter ordered the chicken curry udon, which I also tried and found to be very tasty. The portion sizes were generous, and the paper aprons provided made it easy for everyone to enjoy their meal without worry. My husband ordered the simmered udon in a hot pot, which he thoroughly enjoyed. The noodles were cooked perfectly and had a spicy kick to them. Overall, we were all very satisfied with our meals and will definitely be coming back for the chicken curry udon next time. It was a great dining experience, and we left feeling full and happy.

Last week, I came at 2 o'clock but they were sold out of noodles so I couldn't get in, so I tried again this week. I had the premium tempura curry udon set. The noodles were smooth and flavorful, delicious! The tempura was freshly fried and crispy, very tasty. I thought it was a bit strange that there was no meat in the curry udon, but the chopped green onions made it tasty. The side dish rice in the set had just the right seasoning, not too strong. I would have been happier if the egg was freshly boiled, but it was a bit cold.

I happened to come across a long line, and out of curiosity, I went to see what was at the end of it. It turned out to be an udon restaurant. Since I was feeling hungry, I decided to wait in line. After about 30 minutes, I finally got inside. The interior of the restaurant was nostalgic, with a counter and tables. Looking at the menu, it seemed like their specialty was curry udon, so I ordered that for the first time. I chose the "Jotama Chicken Tempura with Double Toppings: Shrimp Tempura and Eggplant Tempura." The portion was huge, with two large chicken tempura in the middle and a generous amount of shrimp tempura and eggplant tempura on a separate plate. The curry udon had a flavorful broth, and the noodles were chewy and matched perfectly with the broth. It was delicious. I also tried the "Spicy Cod Roe with Rice," which was truly spicy and tasted great when mixed with the egg yolk. It was a delightful meal. It was indeed worth the wait at this popular restaurant. The owner was also very kind, making it a wonderful dining experience. Thank you for the meal.

For lunch on this day, I went to "Udon Kuraju"! The shop is a 11-minute walk from the west exit of Morishoji Station on the Keihan Electric Railway, and I arrived around 10:50. I got a table outside and waited for the opening at 11:00. The restaurant has about 19 seats, with 5 counter seats and 14 table seats. I ordered the following: Udon with top-grade chicken tempura curry topping and chikuwa tempura, and Udon with top-grade chiku tempura curry topping and chicken thigh tempura. The udon was freshly made in-house, with flat noodles that were smooth and chewy. The curry soup had a Japanese flavor with a mild spiciness, and it was delicious. The toppings included thick fried tofu and green onions. The chicken thigh tempura was hot and crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and very tender. The chikuwa tempura was also hot and crispy, with a chewy texture. Both tempuras were excellent when dipped in the curry soup. It was a satisfying meal!

This is an udon restaurant located right next to Asahi Ward Citizens' Center and the Asahi Fire Station. The interior is calm and homey, with a cozy atmosphere. The seating consists of 3 counter seats and 4 tables (2 tables with 4 seats and 2 tables with 2 seats), accommodating up to 15 people. Despite being in Osaka, the number of seats felt slightly inadequate, as it was full shortly after opening, possibly due to it being a Sunday. The menu mainly features curry udon as its specialty, with a few cold udon options available. One of the dishes tried was the Chicken Tempura Udon (1,000 yen), which came with two large pieces of chicken tempura on top of well-prepared udon noodles. The udon had a nice chewy texture and a good amount of firmness, typical of Osaka-style udon. The dish had a subtle saltiness, allowing the wheat flavor and dashi broth to shine through. The chicken tempura was made with thigh meat, offering a satisfying and generous portion with a crispy texture.

I visited a udon shop in Senbayama, Osaka for the first time! I went at noon on Saturday and it was packed! The shop had a slightly dim atmosphere, but the owner's friendly interaction with customers created a cozy vibe. I ordered the Toriten Bukkake, which had thick and smooth noodles made with plenty of water. It was delicious!

Asahi Ward Citizens Center, etc. "Udon Kuraten" in the Senri area! This place has been selected as one of the top 100 udon restaurants in the west for two consecutive times. Their unique and spicy curry udon is highly praised, with a flavorful soup that stands out. I was curious about this place for a while, so I finally tried their udon. I ordered the "kake udon" (plain udon) for 580 yen. The broth was surprisingly strong, with a rich bonito flavor and a slightly salty taste. The noodles were hand-cut, giving them an interesting texture. Overall, the udon was good, but I couldn't help but wonder about their famous curry udon. It seemed like they were avoiding it, even though it's supposed to be their specialty. The menu boasts about their spicy curry udon, but I wonder if they are just covering up for something else. Despite this, the udon was enjoyable, with the only downside being that the noodles started to absorb the broth over time, making them taste stronger and spicier. The service was good, and the atmosphere and value for money were decent. Overall, I would give it a rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars. It seems like "Udon Kuraten" is known for their curry udon, and while their other udon dishes are on the menu, the focus is on the curry udon. The strong and spicy broth is what sets them apart and allows them to create a unique curry udon. If you happen to visit the area and are considering trying their noodles, keep in mind that their curry udon is their specialty. The presence of the flavorful broth is what makes their curry udon stand out. If you have the chance to visit, this place might be worth a try, but recommending it might be a bit challenging.