This is a local gem. I had never been here before. Sorry, but with their limited hours of operation (11-14 on weekends as of March 2023), it's difficult for non-Gakugeidaigaku office workers to find a time to visit, except for a brief window on Saturdays! I had a free day and decided to stroll around after visiting the doctor to pick up some medicine, and I happened to stumble upon this place right before it opened. I impulsively got in line and waited for a bit. When I finally got inside and looked at the menu, I was surprised to see they served beer. I happily ordered a bottle of beer and chose eggplant, eringi mushrooms, and squid tempura. They brought out the tempura in order of readiness, and it was piping hot, crispy, fluffy, and juicy. It was so good that I almost felt like I was at a tempura specialty restaurant! The half-cooked egg tempura was also irresistible as a snack. Oh, and the refreshing taste of barley tea. Delicious! Then came the main dish. Since it was getting hot, I decided to try the cold noodles. The texture was amazing, with a springy bite and a light, smooth finish. The umami of the broth was perfect, and it was a well-balanced dish that didn't overpower the noodles. The appetizer-like tempura, followed by the noodles, and the satisfying feeling of a complete course meal. Was this a set menu? So happy!! By the way, I was personally intrigued by the hedgehog painting inside the restaurant. And the staff had a special connection with the place. I wanted to chat more, but there were other customers waiting, so I left quickly. It was a truly satisfying dining experience. Thank you for the meal.

I went to a lunch spot on a narrow alley that opens at 11 am. I got there at 10:50 am and there was already a line of 8 people. The first round of seating was for 9 people, so I was lucky to get in. Inside, there were three 2-person tables and three 1-person tables, all filled with people enjoying beer and tempura while waiting. I ordered mentaiko kamayaki udon and eggplant tempura. The tempura was served as soon as it was ready. The noodles were chewy and smooth, and I finished them quickly. The eggplant tempura was large and tasty. However, I felt that if they focused more on the udon, it would have been even better. After finishing my meal, I left the restaurant to find a line of about 7 people outside. I felt satisfied with my meal, especially considering it only cost me 800 yen. It was an unbelievable experience.

I always hesitated to line up because there was always a long queue, but on this day I had some time so I decided to wait in line. After waiting for 30 minutes, I entered the restaurant and ordered cold udon with tempura (eggplant, green pepper, shiitake mushrooms). The tempura was crispy and the udon had a strong texture, it was delicious. I regret not coming here sooner. I would like to visit again when it gets a little cooler.

On Saturday afternoon, there was about a 30-minute wait. The restaurant has a slightly lower number of seats, which may affect the turnover a bit... lol. The tempura was crispy and delicious! They offer a wide variety of options. The udon noodles have a strong texture. For those who like to maintain the firmness of their noodles, the cold udon dishes are a good choice! The broth is flavorful and tasty. I would like to try their hot dishes next time. :(；ﾞﾟ'ωﾟ'):

Just as I was planning to go to Kagawa Prefecture to eat udon, I heard about this place and decided to visit. We arrived at 11:20 on a Saturday and there were about 8 people waiting in line. There are benches, but you'll need a parasol as there is no shade from the sun. After about 30 minutes, we finally got inside. Although it's an udon shop, the turnover is slow. I ordered the Bukkake udon for 550 yen and a variety of tempura (shrimp, eggplant, pumpkin, and mushrooms) for a total of 450 yen. Both the udon and tempura were generous in portion. I'm glad I didn't order beer. The udon had a good texture and as someone not used to Sanuki udon, I enjoyed savoring the taste of the wheat. The tempura had a thin coating, more crispy than crunchy. Everything was delicious. This place has high standards as it only operates for a short time during the day, but I would love to visit again if I have the chance.

*Located about a 3-minute walk from Gakugei-daigaku Station. This udon restaurant always has a long line! Personally, I prefer cold udon. I don't usually eat udon when dining out, but this restaurant's udon is the best I've ever had! Not only is it delicious, but the cost performance is also amazing. Most tempura items are only 100 yen, which is a great deal! Be prepared to wait in line, but it's definitely worth it to eat at this restaurant!

Today is hot, so I feel like eating cold udon noodles. I went to Sanuki Udon Onya in Gakugeidaigaku. I arrived around 12:10 PM and there were 7 people ahead of me, so I had to wait for 30 minutes before entering. It was tough waiting outside in the scorching sun, but once I tasted their udon, all the hardship was worth it! The udon here is so delicious, really delicious! The noodles have a strong chewiness that I have never experienced anywhere else. Plus, the tempura is crispy and tasty, and the prices are affordable! Today, I had the soy sauce udon with extra noodles, along with tempura shrimp, mushrooms, and eggplant. No matter how many times I eat here, the elasticity and wheat flavor of the udon are truly outstanding! Ah, I am satisfied once again today (^^).

I visited for lunch on a regular day and ordered while waiting on the bench outside. I ordered the cold udon with zucchini and shiitake mushroom tempura. I was surprised to see many tempura items priced at 100 yen each in this era of price hikes. The udon noodles had a good texture, and with the clear broth, it was sure to be delicious. The tempura arrived hot and freshly fried. The zucchini tempura was surprisingly juicy, and the shiitake mushroom was crispy. Both were enjoyed with a sprinkle of salt. It was delicious!

I visited right after the opening, and there were already people inside with about 7 people waiting outside. It took about 20 minutes to get inside and another 10 minutes to get my order. I ordered the cold Bukkake udon for 550 yen, and added eggplant and shiitake mushroom tempura for 100 yen each. The tempura was big and crispy. The udon had a firm texture, typical of Sanuki udon. It was delicious and had a good cost performance.

Cold noodles with shrimp, burdock, and half-boiled egg tempura with pickled plum on the side, all in a large portion. The broth is refreshing, the noodles have just the right amount of chewiness, and the price is reasonable. It's no wonder there's always a line before the opening. The atmosphere inside is relaxing, and the staff are friendly and attentive. It was a great find. I will definitely be back.

Today, I woke up with a slight hangover because I drank a bit too much at the restaurant I went to last night. When I have a hangover, I usually don't visit Enya-san's restaurant out of respect, but on days like this, I like to order warm "kake" udon. However, it's hot today, so cold "tsuke" udon also sounds good. As I was contemplating, the idea of adding a pickled plum came to mind. I rarely order pickled plums, maybe once or twice a year, but today my body seems to be craving it. The warm "kake" udon is gentle on my tired stomach and goes down smoothly. The noodles are softer compared to when I order cold udon, and it suits me well today. I ordered a pickled plum for 50 yen in advance. In the past few years, the pickled plums at Enya-san's restaurant have been sweeter, but today's plum is more sour, and as I nibble on it, I feel refreshed. I added it to my udon halfway through. It goes well with the udon. I also ordered pumpkin tempura for 100 yen. The gentle sweetness of the pumpkin is delicious. After eating the pumpkin, I tried the green bean tempura for 100 yen. Eating them alternately helps me appreciate the unique flavors of each. I also like the fish cake tempura for 100 yen. I couldn't resist ordering a medium bottle of beer for 500 yen, even with a hangover. I'm sorry (laughs). After finishing my meal and leaving the restaurant, my hangover was already gone. Enya-san's restaurant is delicious, affordable, and good for my body. Thank you once again for a great meal today.

Before the usual opening time around 10:45, there was already a line! We were the 6th or 7th group in line, but it was worth the wait. The bukkake cold udon with tempura and shiitake mushroom tempura were cheap, delicious, and satisfying! And the udon noodles had a nice firm texture! Mixing the smooth bonito flakes, grated daikon radish, and green onions was delicious. I understand why there's always a line for this place!

♡ Sanuki Udon Otona, a super famous restaurant that has been selected as one of the top 100 restaurants in Gakugei University's food log! I've been wanting to go there for so long, and finally tried their ¥900 bukkake udon with chikuwa, eggplant, and half-boiled egg tempura. Even after ordering so much, the total bill was under 1000 yen, which is amazing value for money. The noodles were firm and chewy, which I love. The tempura was freshly fried and tasted delicious with salt. Make sure to order the half-boiled egg tempura, it's a must-try! They have sesame seeds, ginger, shichimi, and fried onions on the table for self-service, showing why they are so popular. I visited on a weekday at 11:05 (they open at 11:00) and had to wait for about an hour with 10 people ahead of me. It might be better to arrive just before they open or around 11:30. I will definitely go back again! #SanukiUdonOtona #SanukiUdonOtona #GakugeiUniversityUdon #GakugeiUniversityLunch #Udon #TokyoUdon #UdonTop100 #Gourmet #MensTagram #YuttanGourmet

On a rainy Tuesday with a temperature drop of over 10 degrees from the previous day, I visited the area around Gakugeidaigaku Station for business purposes. I had heard that I could enjoy delicious udon for lunch at this restaurant. Initially, I was planning to have cold udon, but due to the chilly weather, I reluctantly ordered the following dishes: - Chikuwa Tempura (150 yen) - Kama Mentaiko (600 yen) The warm udon, without soup, is served with mentaiko mixed in, and you can enhance the flavor by using soy sauce on the table according to your preference. The warm udon has a slightly softer texture due to the warmth, but it still has a firm chewiness, making it undeniably delicious udon. I found the flavor of the mentaiko, which is the core of the taste, to be a bit strong, so next time, I might try ordering the "kake" or "hiyashi" to taste the delicious broth. The side dish of chikuwa tempura was also delicious. Despite the bad conditions of a rainy weekday, there was a line of people seeking delicious udon in front of the restaurant, showing its high popularity. The pricing of the udon is also very budget-friendly, and I definitely want to visit again. The delicious udon was a treat. Thank you for the meal.

When ordering my favorite Enya soy sauce or Kamaage soy sauce, I have been recently asking for mentaiko (spicy cod roe) served in a separate dish as a side dish. It goes well with beer and also complements soy sauce udon. Occasionally, I even top it on tempura for added enjoyment. Enya soy sauce 550 yen, Mentaiko 100 yen, Goya tempura 100 yen, Shitake mushroom tempura 100 yen, Carrot tempura 100 yen, Beer (medium bottle) 500 yen.

[Want to Repeat] Shrimp tempura udon - Firm noodles, delicious [Do Not Want to Repeat] Tempura squid and okra - Tasty, but other options seem better [Other] Waited for almost an hour to get in. Dissatisfaction significantly decreased due to long wait. Would like to see reservation system or extended business hours.

This popular Sanuki udon restaurant at Gakugei University has short operating hours from 11:00 to 14:00, and there always seems to be a line no matter when you go. I arrived a bit late at 11:10 and there were already 7 people in line. There are benches outside the shop where about 8 people can sit, but it's quite hot with the direct sunlight. I waited for about 40 minutes. The prices are quite cheap, with the Kama Tamago (udon with raw egg) at 550 yen being impressive, and I couldn't resist adding some tempura as well. The shop has a small seating area with a counter for 3, a 4-person table, two 2-person tables, totaling 11 seats. The owner cooks the udon and tempura alone. The udon takes about 12-13 minutes to cook, so the wait is understandable. The tempura arrived in 10 minutes. The freshly fried tempura with a nice sesame oil aroma was delicious, especially the crispy shrimp. The Nasu Tempura (eggplant tempura) had a crispy batter and juicy eggplant. It's best to eat the tempura with salt. The Kama Tamago udon arrived soon after, and being a large serving, it filled the bowl generously. I couldn't resist slurping the hot udon as it was smooth and had a firm texture with a rich aroma. It had a subtle saltiness that was delightful. Mixing the egg, adding the fragrant bonito flakes, and drizzling a bit of soy sauce from the table made it even more delicious. It was the best udon I've ever had. Even though I usually prefer soba over udon, I fell in love with this udon.

Sanuki Udon Enkei ☆ Lunch only business, I went around 1 o'clock and both times the udon was sold out, so I sadly had to give up. This time, I visited around 12:30 and was able to get my hands on some udon successfully ☆ However, there was a line even though it was raining, and being near the Gakugeidaigaku station, it seems to be quite popular. Among many top-ranked stores, why did this place miss out on being one of the top 100 udon shops in 2022... Although the popularity is not reflected in the Tabelog score logic, it is definitely one of the top in Tokyo. First of all, the secret to its popularity is its affordability!! The kama-age and zaru udon are only 500 yen, which is super reasonable, and it's not just a standing-eating place, the atmosphere is nice... This alone sets it apart from other shops. I ordered the mentaiko bukkake for 600 yen with chikuwa and maitake mushrooms. In an era where adding toppings easily exceeds 1000 yen, to have all this for under 1000 yen is amazing!! And of course, the popularity is not solely maintained by its affordability!! You have to wait about 15 minutes from ordering to boiling, which is the real deal. During that time, the tempura is ready, and it's also delicious and not pre-made. As for the main udon, the noodles are carefully rinsed in ice water, with a strong chewiness typical of authentic Sanuki udon, and just the right amount of saltiness. The firm chewiness is a true sign of authenticity ♬ The additional mentaiko for 100 yen also comes in generous portions and is very satisfying ♬ Pouring plenty of broth and enjoying it to the end is just right. The only downside is the difficulty in visiting due to it selling out quickly for lunch only, but if you were local, it would definitely be a shop you'd want to visit regularly!! Thank you for the meal ♬

This time, I visited a udon restaurant called "Sanuki Udon Oniya" located a few minutes' walk from Tokyu Toyoko Line Gakugeidaigaku Station. The restaurant only operates during lunch hours, so it can be quite difficult to visit, but I had the chance to go this time. I arrived around 1 pm on a weekday. There were benches outside the restaurant where about 10 people could sit, but there was a line of about 15 people waiting. The line continued to grow, and by 1 pm, a sign saying "Sold out for today" was put up. While waiting in line, they passed around the menu for us to choose what we wanted to eat. For hot udon, they had kettle-cooked udon and kake udon. For cold udon, they had zaru, bukkake, shoyu, and hiyashi. After some deliberation, I decided to go for the bukkake udon in a large serving (¥550 + ¥100). The prices at this traditional restaurant were similar to those in Kagawa, the home of Sanuki udon. They also offered over 10 types of tempura for ¥100-150 each. I chose shrimp (¥150) and asparagus (¥100) as my tempura. I waited in line for about an hour. When I reached the front, a staff member took my order. Shortly after, I was led inside the restaurant. There were table and counter seats, and as a solo diner, I was seated at the counter. There were compartments under the seats for storing belongings. It took about 10 minutes for the udon to be ready as they boiled the noodles after ordering. The tempura arrived first, with one shrimp and a small asparagus split into two pieces. I wanted to eat it fresh, but I decided to wait and have it with the udon. A few minutes later, the udon arrived. On top of the noodles were grated daikon radish, green onions, and bonito flakes. There were condiments on the table, including soy sauce, salt, sesame, tempura flakes, shichimi, and ginger. I added tempura flakes and ginger before taking a bite of the noodles. They were firm! Cold noodles are tightened with water, which can make them firm, but these were too firm. I have had plenty of Sanuki udon in Kagawa, and I have never had noodles this firm there. It's a common misconception, but the "firmness" of Sanuki udon is different from being "hard." The texture should be soft, elastic, and supple, which is what makes Sanuki udon delicious. People in the Kanto region tend to prefer firmer noodles like Musashino udon, so perhaps this restaurant has localized the Sanuki udon to cater to that preference? I should have chosen a kettle-cooked udon menu item to avoid this firmness. Could it be that the kettle-cooked udon was their recommended dish since it was at the top of the menu? Normally, the basic kake udon is at the top. This was a mistake on my part. The broth was quite tasty. It didn't have a strong flavor of dried baby sardines, a characteristic of Sanuki udon, but it had a subtle sweetness and a good dashi flavor. That's why it's frustrating that I made a mistake in my menu choice. The tempura had a light and crispy batter, which was delicious. Finally, the bill came. They only accepted cash. The total came to ¥900. While the price was low, considering the cost of waiting in line, it wasn't cheap, so my satisfaction level dropped. Even on a weekday, the long line was unavoidable. I strongly wish that these kinds of restaurants would increase their prices. It made me appreciate the greatness of "Oniyanma," the king of Sanuki udon in Tokyo, which achieves that level of deliciousness, price, and speed.

At Gakugei University, when it comes to udon, people think of Sanuki udon at Enya. During lunchtime, the place is always crowded with long lines. I went close to closing time and still had to wait for over 30 minutes. The seating arrangement was limited, so the line moved slowly. I ordered the kama-tama udon and a variety of tempura including shiitake mushroom, eggplant, and egg. The udon was soft despite being advertised as Sanuki udon. The tempura was crispy and well-seasoned. However, my companion's kake udon had broken pieces of noodles, which was disappointing. Overall, it was okay to wait in line for, but the quality didn't quite match up to expectations.