- Good points: The freshly made udon is very affordable - Caution: There may be a wait during lunchtime - Parking available - No particular rules A udon restaurant in Kyoto. I visited after a long time, so here are my notes. The interior has a counter with 7 seats and 6 raised tables. It's been hot recently, so I decided to go for some smooth udon. The owner is in charge of making, cutting, and boiling the noodles. In the back, two people handle serving, preparation, cleaning, and washing. It's fun to watch them work seamlessly. Just then, our order arrived. - Chicken seiro (650 yen): I feel like I always order this whenever I come here, whether in summer or winter. The thin noodles are smooth and have a chewy texture. And the broth is amazing, with a rich umami flavor. The seaweed garnish does a great job. - Zaru udon with grated yam (600 yen): A summer limited edition dish. The cold, firm udon noodles are well coated with grated yam, giving a refreshing taste. Adding wasabi as a condiment enhances the flavor and adds a nice kick. It's always delicious whenever I come here. When I want to casually enjoy some udon, this place is the best choice.

At the newly opened noodle restaurant, there was a customer who said they came because they saw a long line at "Yamabiko." I was curious, so I looked it up and found out it's a popular udon restaurant. While waiting in line, I took a nap in my car and got hungry, so I ordered the "Curry Seiro Udon" and "Ginger Rice." The owner was kneading the noodles, cutting them thinly and boiling them. The udon was thin but long, and it was delicious, making it worth the wait for its tasty flavor. #Yamabiko #JoyoGourmet #HandmadeUdon #HandmadeUdonYamabiko Aotani Branch #CurrySeiro

An udon restaurant located deep in the mountains. It was Saturday afternoon. The main store is in Terada, but the parking lot was full, so we had to go to this branch. Luckily, we found a parking spot and wrote our name on the waiting list at the entrance. We waited in the car until the staff called out our name loudly from the parking lot, so we felt relieved. We were able to enter the restaurant in about 15 minutes. While we were waiting, more cars kept coming in. If you arrive at the wrong time, the parking lot could be full, and some people might have to leave without eating. We ordered the limited quantity beef tendon curry udon and ginger rice. The curry was spicy with tender beef tendon and soft udon noodles topped with green onions. It had a strong dashi flavor despite being curry. It was quite spicy, but the addictive taste made us sweat a lot but satisfied. The soft udon and green onions gave a nostalgic Kansai udon feel. The ginger rice was also delicious. The beef tendon curry udon seemed to be the popular choice, as most people were ordering it. I would like to try other dishes, but I think I'll go for the beef tendon curry udon again next time. This place is a bit hard to get to, but since Nanjing City Hospital is nearby, there might be a bus available.

I stopped by this restaurant for lunch on my way back to Aichi Prefecture after taking care of some errands at my parents' house in Choyo. When I arrived before 12 o'clock, the parking lot was almost full, but luckily I found two empty spots and managed to park. It seems to be quite popular here. After waiting in the car for over 40 minutes, my partner and I were seated at a table in a raised tatami area inside the restaurant. We ordered the Beef Tendon Curry Udon (¥750). The dish took a while to arrive, but when it did, we were impressed by the rich brown color of the curry udon. The noodles were thin, but undeniably delicious. The curry was spicy yet flavorful with a hint of dashi. There was a generous amount of beef tendon in the dish, making it a very reasonable price for the portion. (I can't find a Beef Udon for ¥600 near my place.) I would love to come back and try more dishes when I have the chance. Thank you for the meal.

I came here for a quick lunch and found it on Tabelog. It was Sunday lunchtime and the place was full, so I had to wait about 30 minutes to get in. They serve cold udon at a very affordable price. The udon noodles were quite thin, similar to the thickness of ramen noodles. They were very chewy and had a great texture, really delicious. The broth had a good fish flavor and the saltiness was just right. Adding fried tofu made it sweeter. Overall, it was a delicious meal.

After half a year, I visited Yamabiko again. This time, I went to the hidden gem, Aotani shop. I ordered the same delicious Sake Kasu Udon (700 yen) as last time. The soup had a gentle flavor with sake kasu and a hint of miso, creating a mellow taste. The thin noodles, green onions, carrots, and daikon were all delicious. It made me feel happy and nourished. My family ordered the Miso Nikomi Udon, and they believe that Japanese udon shops are divided into Yamabiko and everything else. That's how much we love Yamabiko! We will definitely come back again!

I wanted to eat delicious udon, so I went to "Yamabiko" restaurant. I originally planned to go to the main store, but I was so hungry that I decided to go to the nearby Aotani store instead. It was already past 1:30 pm, so I was able to enter the restaurant without waiting. The staff was friendly and efficient. We sat in the tatami seating area and looked at the menu. The menu was extensive and it was hard to decide. I ordered the meat udon for 600 yen, and my husband ordered the beef tendon curry udon for 750 yen. The prices were very reasonable for all the menu items. Since they make their own udon noodles, it takes a bit of time. Finally, the udon arrived. It was freshly made, cut, and boiled, with a shiny appearance. We started eating and the udon was quite thin, with a perfect chewy texture and smoothness. The broth was incredibly delicious, with a rich and gentle flavor that made you want to keep drinking it. It was so good that I wanted to try other menu items as well. Thank you for the delicious meal.

The staff at the restaurant were friendly. The curry udon was delicious. Please open a branch in Nara. I didn't know about this cheap and tasty restaurant. Next time I go, I want to try the ginger rice (a must), vegetable ankake, sake kasu udon, curry simmered udon with egg, and chicken nanban simmered udon. I want to try the chicken nanban simmered udon. There were many cars from both Kyoto and Osaka, probably because it's delicious.

- Good points: The freshly made udon is very affordable - Points to note: There may be a wait during lunchtime - Parking available - No specific rules This udon restaurant in Seitan, Kyoto offers delicious udon at a very affordable price, which is why I keep coming back. The prices range from 300 to 700 yen. During lunchtime on weekends, there may be a line, but the turnover is quick so you don't have to wait too long to get in. The restaurant has about 6 counter seats and 5 tables, so it has a decent capacity. The noodles are cut right in front of you and boiled immediately, allowing you to enjoy freshly made udon. This time, I ordered my favorite, Tori Seiro. The broth is delicious and pairs well with the seaweed, making it very tasty. The noodles are slightly longer, making it a bit challenging to dip in the broth, but they have a good texture and flavor, making them very enjoyable. Another dish I tried was the Niku Udon with Aburaage. The meaty flavor blends well with the broth, making it equally delicious. Both dishes are around 600 yen, which I find incredibly affordable. I visited at the end of February, as the weather was turning into spring and the plum blossoms were starting to bloom. The nearby Seitan Plum Grove is also nearing its peak blossom season. I would love to visit this restaurant again while enjoying the plum blossoms.

I visited this place in the early evening on a weekday. As of February, due to the state of emergency, the business hours are until 4:00 PM. When I arrived around 3:30 PM, there were only two other customers and it was quite empty. I sat at the counter seats where you can see the kitchen, and since it was a cold day with a high of 5 degrees, I decided to warm up with their "Sake Kasu Udon." It was served in about 8 minutes. The soup of the Sake Kasu Udon was a whitish color, and although it's called Sake Kasu Udon, the taste of sake lees was subtle. Instead, you could enjoy the deliciousness of the broth. The thin udon noodles were as tasty as ever, with a great elasticity and smooth texture. There was plenty of tender chicken in the dish, and the flavor combined with the sake lees was outstanding. I finished the soup completely and even broke a little sweat, feeling very warm. This dish was a must-have in this cold weather. I saw on the restaurant's Facebook page that they are facing challenges due to the pandemic. I hope things get better soon. Looking at the menu, dishes like Vegetable Ankake and Mushroom Ankake seem like they would also be perfect for warming up. I would like to come back before spring. Thank you for the meal!

I visited the restaurant at 14:35. There were no customers before me, but two customers arrived after me. I sat at the counter and ordered beef udon and ginger rice. The limited quantity beef tendon udon and beef tendon curry udon were sold out. The restaurant has 4 counter seats, two 7-seater tables in the tatami area, and four 4-seater tables in the back. I watched TV while waiting. The udon started cooking after I ordered. It was served in about 5 minutes. The udon noodles were thin and stretchy, made with a knife. The broth was light with a dashi made from bonito and kelp, without a strong fishy taste. The ingredients were thinly sliced beef with green onions and kamaboko. The meat was lightly sweet and delicious when combined with the broth. The ginger rice had a gentle flavor with a nice aroma of ginger. The restaurant owner was cutting udon while I was eating, and the rhythmic sound of the knife was pleasant. Since they start cooking after taking orders, it's a good idea to visit during less busy times to enjoy freshly made udon without waiting. Although the limited quantity items may be sold out... Each bowl was made with care and I was very satisfied. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the main store in Joyo about 10 years ago, but this was my first time here. My father loves the udon here, and he used to buy it for us to eat at home when I was a child. The thin noodles don't have much bite, but I love the smooth texture. The broth is incredibly delicious and pairs well with these thin noodles. Looking at the menu, I was surprised by how inexpensive it was. It feels almost guilty to enjoy something so tasty at such a low price. On this day, I had the meat udon for 550 yen. There was not much meat, but the broth was so delicious. I wanted to drink it all up, but I resisted (laughs). It was so delicious that I wanted to have another bowl of curry udon, but I felt embarrassed, so I stopped (laughs). If this place was nearby, I would definitely visit again! Thank you for the meal.

This Saturday was a sunny break before the rainy season. I decided to visit my parents' house to let some fresh air in. I drove there, as the restrictions on going out have been lifted. Even though I have a different license plate, I should be fine. Oh, there's a new road with no shops in sight. Wait, wasn't there a big hospital around a gentle curve? Ah, that's right, I should turn here. It just reopened, how lucky! I ordered a large meat udon with a raw egg on top. At first, I asked for meat on top, but the staff warned me that the meat is quite fatty and might solidify, so I followed their advice. The serving was huge, with two portions instead of one and a half. The meat was a bit fatty, but the warm broth was the right choice. I wanted cold udon today, but the warm broth was perfect. However, no matter how much I ate, it seemed like the portion never decreased. I ended up feeling full. The udon was soft and lacked chewiness. The total cost was 700 yen, with the meat udon priced at 550 yen, large serving at 100 yen, and egg at 50 yen. It was very cheap. Thank you for the meal!

Today, I came here. This popular udon restaurant has three locations in Kyoto. The main store in the same city of Joyo was rejected by a newly opened ramen shop, and I happened to search and found this gem (*^^*) Before going, when I looked at the Tabelog map, I was surprised to find out that this place is along the old Route 307 that I used to frequent in the past!! Just a few kilometers away is the famous "Ore no Ramen Appareya" ramen shop. After passing through the mountain pass and going a little further, I would pass by my friend's factory, and despite passing by frequently for a long time, I never noticed it at all ( ´ﾟдﾟ｀) Surprisingly, I decided to visit this place on the way to my colleague's place (*＾▽＾*) I arrived before 1 o'clock... The parking lot next to it was full, but when I entered, the restaurant was almost full as well ((￣▽￣;)) Despite being in such a local area, it was amazing! The interior of the restaurant, with a TV playing, had a charming atmosphere, with the kitchen on the left side, a L-shaped counter with 7 seats, a raised tatami room on the right side, and another room in the back where you take off your shoes to sit. It is run by three middle-aged men and women. The menu consists of only "udon". There are toppings, drinks, white rice, ginger rice (limited quantity), and a kids menu, all reasonably priced like the main store. I ordered the popular "Beef Tendon Curry Udon (limited quantity) & white rice (medium)". When I looked at the owner from the counter, he was stretching the kneaded udon dough with a long wooden stick, cutting it with a special tool, and boiling it (‘∀‘ ) It was quite a lively scene♪ It seems like they also cater to regular customers... They also take phone orders for takeout, etc. After about 25 minutes, it arrived. The udon noodles were thin, oval-shaped, with a transparent appearance and a mild saltiness. The noodles were soft and chewy, with a good stretch and a gentle and mysterious texture similar to the main store♪ The curry roux was slightly spicy and light, with a strong dashi flavor, giving it a taste of adult curry. Inside were tenderly simmered beef tendons and green onions. The rice was average, but the pickles served with it had a bit of moisture and a slightly risky taste w The meal was finished with a wipe of sweat with tissues... It was so comforting and HOT♪ Today, the sun was strong and it was sweating, and there was someone eating zaru udon, which looked very delicious with a refreshing texture♡ I'm really curious about trying this unique udon with a firm texture tightened with cold water (‘∀‘ ) When it gets a little colder, I'll try the broth-based udon at the remaining shop, "Fushimi Branch" ( ・∇・) Despite being in such a remote mountain area, the customer service was somewhat Kyoto-like with "ookini" (thank you) w○ Thank you for the meal. Personal perspective☆ Not wheelchair accessible, Washlets on the right side in the middle, and there are about 10 parking spaces on the premises.

A new road has opened up, leading to the quieter street where "Yamabiko" is located. We stopped by on our way back from buying medaka fish in Uji Tahara. It was before noon, but the restaurant was full. Tables, counter seats, and even the back tatami room were all occupied by customers! However, it was not as crowded as the Terada branch. I had the Nabeyaki Udon, while my husband had the Gyusuj Udon. The aroma of the broth was delightful! The udon noodles were quite thin. The combination with tempura made it even sweeter! The shrimp tempura was a bit small, but it's understandable (laughs). The Gyusuj was subtly flavored with ginger and tender. The broth was a bit strong due to the Gyusuj, and it might be a bit heavy. We also ordered the ginger rice with fried tofu, which was simple and delicious. My husband declared, "Next time, I'll have the Gyusuj Curry Udon!" (Gyusuj items are limited in quantity). We were surprised at how affordable all the menu items were. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I'm having a slightly late lunch here. I ordered a large serving of curry udon with suji. The udon seems to be freshly made. I had to wait for about 15 minutes. The curry udon has arrived. The noodles are thin and long, soft and delicious. The suji is cooked sweet and tender, no need to chew. I prefer curry udon with a thicker consistency, but this one has just the right amount. The large serving was quite generous. I am very satisfied!! While I was eating, I noticed about 3 groups of people ordering takeout. It's nice to be able to enjoy this taste at home. Thank you for the meal.

We visited on a sunny Sunday around 11:30 am. There were three of us. This place is a rural udon shop. The atmosphere is very appealing and our expectations are high. Even though it's a place you can only reach by car, customers keep coming. This further raises our expectations! Fortunately, we coincided with a large turnover and only had to wait about 10 minutes to enter. We were captivated by the master's efficient hand-making of the noodles. Then, we were surprised when we saw the menu. Such affordable prices! As a person from Tokyo, this is the cheapest I've ever seen! We were hungry, so the three of us ordered three beef tendon curry udon, two meat udon, and one ginger rice. All of this only cost ¥3100. The beef tendon curry udon had tender tendon and fresh thin noodles that melted in your mouth. The broth was delicious and I even drank it all up, which was a first for me. The green onions added a nice texture and flavor. This udon is in my top 3 of all time! The meat udon had a gentle and clear broth, typical of Kansai style. It had a very gentle flavor, and I think it would taste twice as good if eaten when hungover! The ginger rice had a small piece of thick fried tofu and a strong ginger aroma. Eating it with the udon brought out the elegant ginger fragrance. Each serving of udon was not too large, and since there were many women and elderly people, it seemed to cater well to their needs. Because it's affordable, I recommend ordering two if you have a big appetite! The service was also polite. Some people might be bothered by the fine wheat flour flying around when making the udon, but I didn't mind at all. The interior of the restaurant is surprisingly spacious, so even if there's a wait, the turnover seems to be quick. There are 7 counter seats, 3-4 tables, and seating at the back (I couldn't see this well, so the size is unclear). I would love to visit again when I'm in Kyoto. The udon has a gentle flavor. Thank you for the delicious meal. I will definitely come back!

Located very close to my workplace, this is my second visit to this restaurant. Last time, I had the an-kake udon and burned my tongue because I have a sensitive tongue (lol). The sauce was incredibly delicious! I borrowed a plate to cool it down and enjoyed it slowly. I remember it was very crowded during the weekend lunch, and I had to wait in my car for about 15-20 minutes. It's so popular because it's delicious and affordable. This time, I visited around 1 pm on a weekday. The parking lot was empty, and there were only 3 groups of customers inside. Sitting at the counter, I could see the kitchen where they were cutting the handmade udon, which was fun to watch. Since it was warm that day, I chose the zaru udon. The smooth thin noodles were incredibly delicious. It came with a quail egg, wasabi, and green onions. I don't like raw eggs and green onions, so I shared them with my partner. The dipping sauce was a bit too salty for me, so I only lightly dipped the noodles in it. I melted the wasabi towards the end and enjoyed it till the last bite. There are still more dishes I want to try, so I will definitely visit again. It's a very popular local spot, so if you don't like waiting, I recommend going on a weekday.

Beef tendon curry udon 650 yen Steamed white rice (small) 130 yen They were quick to seat us, but we had to wait a long time for our food after being seated. The food was good, but I don't think it's worth waiting that long to eat here.

It's been a while since I visited Joyo City and when thinking about where to have lunch, the first place that came to mind was this restaurant. I felt like having curry udon. So, I decided to visit. I arrived around 11:45 am on a holiday. The restaurant was about 30-40% full. Even at this time, there were already full tables and customers waiting, so I considered myself lucky. However, more customers started coming in after me, and the restaurant quickly became full with a waiting list. I looked at the menu after being seated. Oh, they have renewed their menu. There were some new items that weren't there when I visited about 2 years ago. I was curious about the vegetable tempura udon. But I decided to stick to my original plan and ordered the curry stew udon. I noticed that you could add cheese or butter as toppings. So, I ordered the "Curry Stew Udon for 700 yen, small white rice for 130 yen, and cheese for 70 yen." It has been about 2 years since my last visit, but the teamwork and service of the staff are still great. After a short wait, the udon arrived. When I opened the lid of the pot, I could see the hot curry broth. And on top of that, the cheese was melting. It looked delicious. I took a sip of the hot curry broth. It was as hot as I expected. And as expected, I burned my mouth. The combination of sweetness and spiciness created a delightful flavor, and I found myself enjoying every bite. I added a raw egg yolk halfway through. When I mixed it, the taste of the curry broth became milder. The noodles were the restaurant's signature thin udon. They were thin but had a good chew to them, holding up well against the rich curry broth. I was pleased to find chunks of chicken thigh meat in the dish. I thought about putting the rice on top and pouring the curry broth over it, but then I realized it would have been better to put the egg yolk on the rice and turn it into a curry broth oyakodon. Well, it was delicious even without the egg yolk. I wanted to drink up all the curry broth, but the ladle used for ramen didn't work well with the pot, and I couldn't scoop up the remaining broth. I even considered lifting the pot and drinking directly from it. Oh, this curry udon is always delicious no matter when you eat it. Next time, I might try the vegetable tempura udon that caught my eye on the new menu. Thank you for the meal.