Motonobu Udon
3501 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 0E5, Canada
Phone: (604) 293-1889
Website: https://motonobuudon.ca/
Motonobu Udon in Vancouver is a 4.3-star Japanese restaurant with 1,044 Google reviews, known for Spicy Tan Tan Udon and Eggplant Ohitashi.
Why we love it
- Japanese Udon with a focus on fresh noodles
- Michelin recognized, open kitchen, quick service
- Casual dining with efficient service
- Japanese Udon with a focus on fresh noodles
- Located nearby
- Michelin recognized, open kitchen, quick service
- Casual dining with efficient service
What to Order
Spicy Tan Tan Udon
This udon features a flavorful broth with a spicy kick, often accompanied by delicious pork belly, making it a popular choice for those who enjoy a bit of heat.
"My partner really enjoyed his TanTan Udon as well, and the Inari Sampler was a great way to try all the different inari flavours."
Robin
Eggplant Ohitashi
A cold appetizer featuring eggplant, this dish is praised for its unique taste and ability to open up the appetite, providing a refreshing contrast to hot udon.
"The 'Eggplant Ohitashi' ,In particular, really opened up my appetite with its unique taste."
Allconnected Y
Beef Brisket Udon
A hearty udon option featuring tender beef brisket, often served with an egg and seaweed, offering a rich and satisfying meal.
"We tried their beef brisket, egg, and seaweed, it was delicious."
Eugene Shmitsman
Kitsune Udon with Curry and Egg
This udon combines the sweetness of kitsune (fried tofu) with a comforting curry broth and an egg, offering a unique blend of flavors and textures.
"I went for the kitsune udon with curry and egg. To no surprise, the noodles had a much better bite to them than anywhere else. The tofu had a great sweet flavor profile while also soaking up the curry broth."
Mattias I
Inari Sampler
A great appetizer to try different flavors of inari sushi, which are seasoned fried tofu pockets typically filled with sushi rice.
"The inari sushi was the bright spot—my partner really enjoyed the eggplant sushi, which saved the meal a bit."
S. T
Inside Scoop
- Parking can be challenging to find in the area.
- Expect large portions, often enough to share.
- The restaurant can get very busy, especially on weekends, but food generally comes out quickly.
- The open kitchen provides a cool vibe, allowing you to see chefs making fresh udon noodles.
- While the food is highly praised, some reviewers noted occasional inattentive service or issues with cleanliness in the single shared restroom.