Sample authentic Sanuki Udon noodles at Harajuku's popular udon restaurant Menchirashi! Menu introduction!

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Menchirashi

Looking for delicious udon in the Omotesando and Harajuku area?
This time, we would like to introduce a popular udon restaurant "Menchirashi" located in a back alley in Omotesando.

Sample authentic Sanuki Udon noodles at Harajuku's popular udon restaurant Menchirashi! Menu introduction!

In addition to authentic Sanuki udon, you can also enjoy "Carbonara Udon," a popular dish on SNS, at this hot gourmet spot.

What is Menchirashi, a Sanuki udon specialty restaurant in Harajuku with a long line of customers?

Menchirashi is a Sanuki udon specialty restaurant that opened near Omotesando in September 2018.
It is a 5-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Meiji-jingumae Station and is located in a secluded back alley behind Meiji-dori Avenue.

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The store reads "Menchirashi.
The interior is stylishly designed in a Harajuku style, with impressive stickers and counter seating.

The clean interior makes it easy to visit alone. There is a semi-private room with a partition in the back.

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The popular "Greedy Set" (available only at night) allows you to try three different kinds of udon noodles.

This time, we had the "Greedy Set," which is available only at night. You can choose three of your favorite udon noodles from the following items:

  • Kake udon (hot or cold)
  • Kama-tama udon
  • Bukkake udon
  • Shoyu udon

I chose the following three items:
◎Kake (hot)

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Kama-tama Udon

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Shoyu

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I also topped it with chikuwa tempura and a fried egg to make it hearty.

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Thick noodles with a firm texture and a strong flavor are addictive!

Mensho's udon noodles are characterized by their firmness and thickness.
It is especially recommended for those who prefer hard noodles.

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The sauce and sauce is thickly seasoned and goes well with the strength of the noodles. It is a very satisfying dish.

Menu

Japanese

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English

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Carbonara Udon is very popular on SNS|Recommended for your next order!

Looking around the restaurant, an overwhelming number of people ordered the Carbonara Udon.

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The impact of its appearance and the novelty of the Japanese and Western combination have become a topic of conversation, and it is often featured on SNS and Instagram.

This popular menu item is definitely one to try on your next visit.

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Lines are inevitable during the day; aim for nighttime.

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While it is always crowded during the daytime and there is always a line to get in, nighttime is a better time to visit because the restaurant is relatively empty.
This time, we were able to enter the restaurant without waiting in line, but by the time we left, there were already several people waiting in line.

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Management Company and Store Information

Mensan is operated by en one tokyo Co.
Founded in 2010, the company also operates cafes and sells artwork.
Mensan" is a talented udon restaurant that opened in 2018 and is now in its 7th year after overcoming the Corona Disaster.

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The official website design is stylish.

Conclusion

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  • If you want to taste firm Sanuki udon in Omotesando and Harajuku, this is the place!
  • Carbonara udon and nightly limited greedy set are popular!
  • Stylish restaurant, easy to enter by yourself or as a tourist.
  • Easy access from Meiji-jingumae Station and Harajuku Station

A must-visit udon restaurant for those who like hard noodles and thick sauce.

Access, business hours, reservation information

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  • Lineup rule: No waiting in line for a representative. You must wait in line when everyone is present.
  • No waiting in line: No waiting in line for udon noodles: udon noodles are boiled after ordering, so there is a 10-15 minute waiting time.

 

Store: Noodle scattering

Address: 1F, 6-13-7 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Phone: 03-6427-9898

Website: https://menchirashi.com/

Tabelog: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1306/A130601/13225567

Seats: 35 seats (counter and private room style seating available)

Nearest Station: 5 min walk from Exit 7 of Tokyo Metro Jingumae Station 10 min walk from JR Harajuku Station 232m from Meiji-Jingumae Station

Opened: 2018-09-10

Notes: I can't make a contract with you.

Weekday Hours: 11:30–23:00

Weekend Hours: 11:30–23:00

Sample authentic Sanuki Udon noodles at Harajuku's popular udon restaurant Menchirashi! Menu introduction!

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