Marugame Udon

Japanese fast-casual chain on University Avenue with handcrafted Sanuki-style udon made to order in an open theater kitchen.

Marugame Udon makes its noodles fresh to order in an open theater kitchen where guests watch the work, a tradition the chain traces to Kagawa Prefecture in southern Japan. Bowls include kake udon and nikutama along with a creamy tonkotsu-style broth, with shrimp tempura fried alongside. Locations operate across California, Hawaii and Washington, including one in Palo Alto.