Sanuki Seimen Mugimaru

"9/2023 Update: They raised prices by 15%. Japanese cook/staff replaced by minimum wage locals who don't seem to care too much. Just ok. Sorry. ///// Excellent udon, super plump jumbo tempura shrimp with perfect batter thickness that's tasty and not too greasy. Be advised of long lines on weekends and running out of food near closing time. Best tempura in the OC, and great value. Highly recommended. Go during weekdays if possible to avoid crowds."

"A popular choice in the high traffic space. The yellow oven really catches my eyes. I got there and saw the various different kinds of Tempura of vegetables and proteins. The onion, shitake ,fishcake and egg tempura all taste awesome. While the eggplant one tastes too oily. Might try for Seimen next time."

"Wanted some hot soup noodles for dinner so we went to Sanuki Seimen Mugimaru at Mitzuwa Costa Mesa. There was a line when we arrived. We waited for 10 mins to place our order. We ordered a Katsu Curry Udon, a Zaru Udon and a Kake Udon. At the cashier we added some tempura (eggplant, sweet potato, lotus root, shinsito and pumpkin) to go with our upon. Total price was at $28. Very reasonable priced for the tempura items, size is good too. There are plenty of veggie tempura to choose from. We had to pre-order the tempura sweet potato because it was still cooking. I waited for it after I paid. They almost forgot the order, I had to remind the cashier about it. He was very nice and went to pick up the sweet potato and added to my box to pass to me."

"Good Udon soup. The OBB special is great and comes with a concentrated beef flavored sauce, which I like. The #3 Beef Udon is good with a nice broth, but the beef is a little tough. The #8 Pork Udon is good. The #5 Chicken Udon is ok, it's a clear broth, not creamy, and the chicken has a smoked flavor which I don't care for. I like the serve yourself a la carte assorted tempura options."