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Orange County - Marugame Udon restaurant
7.3

Marugame Udon

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Quick
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    good
  • Perks
    great

Food: Udon bowls that rescue lunches

Marugame Udon doesn't complicate things, delivering delicious meals via simple dishes, notably the shredded beef udon, shrimp tempura, and curry nikutama ramen. Each dish leaves a memorable impression with sumptuous portions, bold flavors imbued with an umami quality that feels like a return to home cooking, and exceptional value for money. However, the menu variety could use some work.

  • Great Portions

    Generous portions highly praised for being filling and perfectly sized.

  • Okay Creativity

    Simple dishes executed well, fresh ingredients, focus on quality.

  • Variety

    Limited set of meals or options leading to potential dissatisfaction.

Top 3 dishes at Marugame Udon

  1. 1

    Shredded Beef Udon 🏆

    Tender beef, savory broth, and a perfect blend of flavors.

    Shredded Beef Udon dish
  2. 2

    Shrimp Tempura

    Shrimp tempura's crispiness and succulent interior consistently delighted diners.

    Shrimp Tempura dish
  3. 3

    Curry Nitkutama Ramen

    Flavorful, hearty, rich curry broth with tender beef, praised by many.

    Curry Nitkutama Ramen dish

Vibe: Aesthetically pleasing, comfort displeasing

The restaurant vibrates with an Instagrammable, lively buzz. However, the like-ability plummets when it comes to comfort. Cramped spaces and uncomfortable seating, in chorus with loud music, strip away any hope for a romantic or cozy atmosphere. Moreover, the narrow drink selection further punctures the overall vibe.

  • Okay Buzz

    Trendy and popular but can be overwhelming during busy periods and peak hours.

  • Drinks

    Limited drink selection detracts from otherwise enjoyable experience.

Perks: Ample parking, hard-to-catch conversations

Visitors praise Marugame Udon for its excellent service and easy parking. Staff are equally attentive as the meals are lip-smacking dribbly good. Vegetarian and vegan eaters will find several great options here. However, the noise levels might stifle your mood as much as it does the conversation, and their tight spaces are not particularly accommodating for larger parties or young children.

  • Great Parking

    Ample and free mall parking consistently highlighted as a positive.

  • Kids

    Staff rudely enforces bathroom use policy, not kid considerate.