NYC｜Udon Lab 🍜 5/5 Hidden Gem Near NYU!

Just discovered this incredible udon spot close to NYU, and it’s an absolute must-try! Here’s the full breakdown: 🍽 Tonkotsu Udon Savory pork bone broth—warming, not too oily, with generous slices of meat. Perfect for a chilly day! ❄️ 🍽 Beef Udon Sweet-style broth with tender beef slices. Light and pleasant, though their beef rice bowl might be even better. 🍽 Mapo Tofu Udon A fun fusion! Not very spicy, but aromatic and satisfying. Would be amazing with rice too. 🐽🍽 Mentaiko Cheese Udon A revelation! Creamy, cheesy, with popping fish roe that bursts in your mouth. Rich and totally worth it! 🐽🍽 Sesame Chicken Udon Cold udon in nutty sesame sauce—like an udon salad! Refreshing, non-greasy, and highly recommended. 🍽 Tomato Egg Curry Udon A bit confusing—looks like tomato and egg, but the flavor just isn’t there. Skip this one. 🐽🍽 Pork Cutlet Curry Udon Hearty and sweet curry with crispy pork cutlet. Delicious with udon or rice—curry lovers, go for it! 🍽 Beef & Unagi Rice Top value! Loads of sweet beef and fatty eel over hot rice. Simple but incredibly satisfying. 🍽 Thai Chicken Udon A weird fusion—not tangy or spicy, just… lost. Not my thing. 🍽 Tempura & Fried Bites Most are fantastic! Loved the pork cutlet, chicken Karaage, sesame balls, and pumpkin tempura. Skip the zucchini, egg, and mochi—they’re bland or too oily. A true neighborhood gem with loads of delicious options. Don’t miss the mentaiko cheese or sesame chicken udon! 🎉 #NYCUdon #NYUEats #UdonLovers #NYCFood #HiddenGemNYC