Last Updated: ~2 months ago
Phone: (212) 463-8219
Address: 64 WEST 48 STREET 10036
Huge bowls of udon, from truffle crab to uni creme. Japanese noodle brasserie w/ generous portions.
This Japanese noodle brasserie is renowned for its exceptionally large bowls of udon, offering a unique dining experience where portion size is a highlight. With a wide variety of creative udon dishes, including truffle crab creme and uni creme, alongside appetizers and other Japanese fare, it caters to diverse palates. The vibrant atmosphere and generous servings make it a popular choice for groups and those seeking a filling and flavorful meal.
This Japanese noodle brasserie specializes in udon, with customers frequently mentioning the exceptionally large portion sizes. Popular choices include the truffle crab creme and uni creme udon. While the majority of feedback highlights the deliciousness and generosity of the servings, one diner found the wagyu dashi truffle disappointing, noting it was mostly noodles with thin wagyu and an off truffle flavor.
"Customers particularly enjoy the truffle crab creme and uni creme udon, praising the generous portions and unique flavors. The negi toro roll is also mentioned as a good, albeit slightly sweet, option."
Customers generally praise the restaurant for its exceptionally large udon portions and flavorful, creative dishes. While most feedback is positive, a few diners have expressed disappointment with specific items like the wagyu dashi truffle.
Important Note
One reviewer found the wagyu dashi truffle dish to be disappointing, noting it was mostly noodles with thin wagyu slices and an off truffle flavor.
"Tsuru Ton Tan offers an extensive menu of udon noodle soups with generous portions and a happy hour discount."
Positive"Tsuru Ton Tan is suggested as a place with sushi, though their focus is udon. They offer chirashi/don and the negi toro roll was specifically mentioned as good, if a bit sweet. The space is described as cute and easy to get a group into."
Neutral"A user recommended Tsurutontan for a big bowl of udon, especially for someone craving hot soup noodles in the winter."
Positive"This user suggested TsuruTonTan as a place with an AYCE menu, noting it offers udon and other items, which is similar to ramen."
Positive"Tsurotontan is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Neutral"Raku is recommended for its Wagyu Udon made with American Mishima beef."
Neutral"The author mentioned bookmarking Tsuru Ton Ton for an upcoming visit to try their udon, which is one of their favorite dishes. They discovered it by using their app to find places similar to Ichiran and Tonchin."
Neutral"Despite many delicious-looking dishes on the menu, the commenter found the reality at Tsurutontan didn't measure up, specifically noting disappointment with the wagyu dashi truffle."
Negative"The commenter affirms Tsurutontan is very good, noting that everything from appetizers to soups and alcohol is enjoyable and filling."
Positive"TsuruTonTan is recommended by the commenter, with a link to its website provided."
Neutral"Tsurutontan is recommended."
Neutral"Tsurutontan is recommended for Japanese cuisine."
Neutral"I like sitting at the bar with my big ass bowl of udon at Tsurutontan Midtown. Truffle crab creme or uni creme all the way."
Positive"The portions are huge there."
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