Trendy spot with woodsy decor specializing in handmade udon noodle plates and other Japanese fare.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 43 W 32nd St, New York, NY 10001
Phone: (646) 838-5338
Website: http://www.udonlabnewyork.com/
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Reviews
I ordered the pork Niku, which was comforting and delicious. The service was friendly and welcoming, and the location was super convenient since we were staying right next door during our visit.
Overall, a great spot and definitely one I’d recommend if you’re in the area!
The staff were very friendly and overall vibes were awesome. The food was a letdown.
We ordered the Mentaiko Udon for him, the Kimchi Bacon Udon for me, and Karaage to share. A few negatives to get out of the way first: the timing was off. My kimchi udon came out well before the karaage, which was also served long before the mentaiko. The same thing happened at the table next to us—kimchi came first by a long shot.
That said, the food itself was excellent. The karaage was lightly fried and juicy, paired with a citrusy mayo that kept it bright and not heavy. You could tell it was freshly made. The kimchi udon had a creamy, hearty sauce with big slices of mushrooms, just-funky-enough kimchi, and chunks of bacon. The spice built gradually rather than hitting all at once, which I liked. The udon noodles weren’t your typical pale white, squared-edge type—they were broader, flatter, and had a really satisfying chew.
The mentaiko udon was also creamy, but with a savory kick from the fish roe that came through clearly. We finished with the matcha tiramisu, which was a great call—the sweet, creamy layers were offset by bold matcha powder that mimicked the cocoa dusting of traditional tiramisu but added a deep, earthy flavor.
Service was fine overall (aside from the pacing issue), and the ambiance struck that perfect balance between casual and date-night friendly.
A cozy, satisfying spot for those first chilly nights of fall—comforting food with thoughtful flavors.
The cocktails were amazing, definitely try the Yuzu Like and Maple Story. So refreshing and well balanced. Even though it was super busy on a Tuesday night, the service was incredible. They kept checking on every table and really nailed it. Appetizers were all great, but my favorite was the garlic cucumber. I ordered the kimchi bacon udon, and it was perfectly balanced between smoky bacon and tangy kimchi. A little spicy, but with a really good kick.
Overall, everything was spot on. Will definitely be back again