New York · Donburi · casual
Tensai Udon House
UdonUdonMidtown EastNew 2024
A new Midtown East udon specialist on East 51st Street, opened in 2024, serving handmade Japanese udon in a clean, focused setting.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Midtown East
- Since
- 2024
Plate № 1470
About
Tensai Udon House opened in 2024 at 222 East 51st Street in Midtown East, offering handmade Japanese udon noodles in a casual, focused restaurant. The 'tensai' (天才, meaning genius) name signals an ambitious approach to the craft of udon.
Neighborhood & visiting
Tensai Udon House sits in Midtown East, one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused donburi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional donburi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- New 2024 Midtown udon specialist with craft focus
- Handmade Japanese udon noodles
- Clean, focused setting on East 51st Street
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Frequently asked
About Tensai Udon House
- Is Tensai Udon House an authentic udon restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Tensai Udon House is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for udon in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused donburi format.
- Where is Tensai Udon House located?
- Tensai Udon House is located at 222 East 51st Street, New York, NY 10022, New York, USA in the Midtown East neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Tensai Udon House?
- Tensai Udon House accepts reservations online. For an authentic donburi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Tensai Udon House?
- Tensai Udon House sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for udon of this format in New York.
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