Tsuru-Koshi

Tsuru-Koshi is famous for its udon and my main aim in visiting this restaurant is to try their udon. I like to sample foods in its purest form, so I ordered Tonkotsu Udon. I have to say that I generally do not like udon because it is usually thick and tasteless but Tsusru-Koshi’s udon has made me change my mind. It is really slip-down-the-throat smooth and its firm and springy texture sends waves of pleasure with every bite. However, its tonkotsu broth tastes more like a blend of chicken and miso stock and it is really rather salty. The light stock compliments the silky udon perfectly, I just feel a little cheated because it is not actually tonkotsu broth.

I am fully convinced that Tsuru-Koshi serves excellent udon although I do think they need to work on the broth. The quality of the bento sets can vary quite a bit but I cannot deny that they are value-for-money. Although there is still much room for improvement, it is a great place for families and couples and everyone else in between.