Umugi

Curry udon at Umugi is less about heat than the mellow way the curry blends with the dashi. Diners who have tried the chicken-tempura curry udon describe a piping-hot broth with gentle spice, where curry and bonito flavours come together. The menu also includes curry udon with beef tendon, as well as the chicken-tempura version, so you can choose according to the topping. One diner reported receiving three pieces of tender chicken tempura in their bowl; it makes a substantial choice when you want to settle in and savour a full meal.

For tempura alongside your noodles, there is tempura udon or tempura zaru udon. One diner enjoyed the slightly thick, chewy noodles and bonito-rich broth in the tempura udon, while another noted that the tempura and udon arrived separately. That lets you decide how much to dip the crisp coating into the broth. For something lighter, consider Kishu plum zaru udon or chilled kitsune bukkake udon. A diner described mixing grated sesame with pickled plum, condiments and dipping sauce for the Kishu plum zaru udon—a refreshing option when you want something cool and bright.

Umugi is an udon restaurant in the South Building of Hankyu Sanbangai, open for both lunch and dinner. It is also presented as suitable for solo dining, with meals served in the restaurant. Payment is cash only, so come prepared.