Raku 48 MacDougal Street, Manhattan, New York 10012

"Meets the hype, and worth the wait. I particularly liked that they have a wider selection than most udon or ramen places. Excellent starters that made the experience better. My wife got the tantan udon and I got the yaki stir fry as our mains. Was enough to satisfy our late dinner hunger and also a small lunch the next day. It's hard to pick a restaurant in this soho area as there are so many good options, but this one should be high up on that list, especially if you're craving noodles but not Italian."

"Our experience at Raku was exceptional, with the standout being the Sabasushi – a delightful rendition of the old-style Oshi Sushi. The Gyoza, Tempura, and Agedashi Tofu were equally impressive, creating a beautifully diverse dining experience. The service, spearheaded by Natsumi San, was outstanding, adding a personal touch to our visit. The entire staff's friendliness enhanced the overall environment, making it a truly enjoyable dining destination."

"Super long wait in uncomfortable corridor. Curry udon was better than the rest, if we come again it's only for the curry udon. Agedashi tofu was so so, $5 green tea wasn't even mixed properly lots of sediment on the bottom. For the price and taste there's a lot of better spots in the city"

"The food is so good. I love their udon especially the duck udon. The cold udon my friend ordered is very good too. Also recommend their sushi starter. We waited for more than one hour, would be great if you could reserve in advance"

"The udon is so good. Soft and fresh, couldn’t find anywhere else like this for sure. I ordered Nameko udon, The soup also was so good. Light with the rich flavor. Amazing. Yaki nasu was so delicious as well. It is better to have a reservation since the store is always crowded in anytime."