Mifune

"Located in one of Japantown's quirky malls, Mifune draws crowds not for its decor—red and black Formica tables are about the extent of it—but for authentic noodles at rock-bottom prices."

"Thin brown soba and thick white udon are the stars at this long-popular North American outpost of an Osaka-based noodle empire." Full review

""Unpretentious" and "family-friendly", this "noodle joint" in Japantown's Japan Center fills its booths daily with regulars who slurp up its "housemade" udon and soba dishes." Full review

"Diners line up for noodles at this inexpensive Japantown restaurant." Full review

"Good for kids and vegetarians, here you'll find the lowly noodle prepared in at least 30 different ways. Orders come quickly, and the food is that appealing combination: inexpensive and delicious." Full review