What makes this restaurant unique or special?

Raku Soho is unique for its hand-crafted udon with a signature silken chew, authentic dashi, and minimalist, intimate sanctuary atmosphere.

What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?

Based on the provided data, 80% of the listed dishes accommodate vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb dietary requirements.

What are the standout dishes based on the menu?

Standout dishes include rich tantan, nabeyaki with shrimp tempura, chicken tatsuta-age, vegetable tempura, and hojicha pumpkin panna cotta.

What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?

Diners highly praise the 4.5/5 rated restaurant for its authentic udon and chicken tatsuta-age, despite long waits and mixed service.

How many reviews does this restaurant have?

Raku Soho has a total of 1,748 reviews, which contribute to the restaurant’s overall average rating of 4.5 out of 5.

How can I contact this restaurant?

You can contact Raku Soho by visiting their official website at https://rakunyc.com/ for more information about the restaurant.

Is this restaurant currently open and operational?

Raku Soho is currently operational, as indicated by its active website at https://rakunyc.com/ and recent customer reviews.

What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?

Raku Soho is a minimalist sanctuary and cozy, intimate space featuring tight seating that balances modern urban energy with timeless craftsmanship.

What is the price range at this restaurant?

Raku Soho is categorized as having a moderate price range, which is represented by the price level ($$).

How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?

The menu features 44 diet-specific categories including vegan, keto, and gluten-free options across udon, tempura, and various Japanese small plates.

What is the highest-protein dish at Raku Soho?

Steamed Chawanmushi 茶碗むし, at roughly 87.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).

Raku Soho – Japanese

Step off the bustling Soho streets into a minimalist sanctuary where the air is thick with the comforting, umami-rich aroma of simmering dashi. Hand-crafted udon takes center stage with its signature silken chew, served in oversized bowls alongside delicate, lace-like tempura and refined small plates. It is a masterclass in Japanese soul food, offering a warm and rhythmic escape that balances modern urban energy with focused, timeless craftsmanship.

48, MacDougal Street, New York, NY, 10012 +1-212-228-1324 https://rakunyc.com/

Rating: 4.5/5 (1748 reviews)

Cuisine: Japanese

Price range: $$

What to order at Raku Soho

Dish	Net carbs	Protein
Steamed Chawanmushi 茶碗むし	14.9 g	87.9 g
Add Caviar (Golden Goat Kaluga)	32.6 g	47.9 g
Add Caviar (Golden Goat Kaluga)	32.6 g	47.9 g
Curry カレーうどん (Chicken)	3.2 g	42.1 g
Spicy Miso Pork	15 g	42 g
Chikara 力うどん	47.8 g	41.8 g
Shrimp Tempura	29.1 g	33.1 g
Uni Ikura Don 海胆いくら丼	26.2 g	31.4 g
Yaki Nasu 焼きなす	3.3 g	29.2 g
Cold Otsumami おつまみ	17 g	27.8 g
Uni Canapés 雲丹カナッペ (3 pcs)	49.8 g	25.9 g
Uni Canapés 雲丹カナッペ (6 pcs)	49.8 g	25.9 g

Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.

Currently closed

Hours

Sunday - Thursday: 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday - Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM

What diners are saying

Celebrated for some of the best udon in NYC, diners rave about Raku SoHo’s authentic, chewy noodles and comforting broths. Standout dishes include the rich tantan, the light nabeyaki with perfectly fried shrimp tempura, and the flavorful chicken tatsuta-age appetizer. While the cozy, intimate space often draws long waits and tight seating, guests find the fresh, high-quality food worth the queue. Reviews are mixed on service, ranging from prompt to inattentive, but the overall consensus highlights a satisfying meal perfect for udon lovers.

Daiginjo Zaku 作雅乃智中取り純米大吟醸 (Bottle) - $130: Junmai Daiginjo Mie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Bijofu The Gentleman 美大夫 (Glass) - $19: Junmai Daiginjo Kochi Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Bijofu The Gentleman 美大夫 (Carafe) - $63: Junmai Daiginjo Kochi Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Hoyo ‘Genji’ 鳳陽源氏 (Glass) - $17: Ginjo Miyagi Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Hoyo ‘Genji’ 鳳陽源氏 (Carafe) - $56: Ginjo Miyagi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Hoyo ‘Genji’ 鳳陽源氏 (Bottle) - $98: Ginjo Miyagi Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Kamoizumi Red Maple 賀茂泉 (Glass) - $16: Namagenshu Ginjo Hiroshima Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Kamoizumi Red Maple 賀茂泉 (Carafe) - $53: Namagenshu Ginjo Hiroshima Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Kamoizumi Red Maple 賀茂泉 (Bottle) - $96: Namagenshu Ginjo Hiroshima Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Kokuryu 黒龍 (Glass) - $16: Junmai Ginjo Fukui
Kokuryu 黒龍 (Carafe) - $53: Junmai Ginjo Fukui Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Yuki Otoko 'Yeti' 雪男 (Glass) - $12: Junmai Niigata Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Yuki Otoko 'Yeti' 雪男 (Carafe) - $40: Junmai Niigata Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Kokuryu Kuzuryu 黒滝九頭龍 (Glass) - $12: Junmai Fukui Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Kokuryu Kuzuryu 黒滝九頭龍 (Carafe) - $40: Junmai Fukui Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Tedorigawa ‘U’ 手取川 ‘U’ (Glass) - $16: Yamahai Junmai Ishikawa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Tedorigawa ‘U’ 手取川 ‘U’ (Carafe) - $53: Yamahai Junmai Ishikawa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Tedorigawa ‘U’ 手取川 ‘U’ (Bottle) - $96: Yamahai Junmai Ishikawa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
Suigei 酔鯨 (300 ml) - $34: Tokubetsu Junmai Kochi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Nigori Mukade 無風 (Glass) - $12: Nigori Gifu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Nigori Mukade 無風 (Carafe) - $40: Nigori Gifu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Nigori Mukade 無風 (Bottle) - $72: Nigori Gifu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Masumi Hiyaoroshi 真澄ひやおろし (Glass) - $18: Seasonal, Junmai Ginjo Yamahai Nagano
Masumi Hiyaoroshi 真澄ひやおろし (Carafe) - $55: Seasonal, Junmai Ginjo Yamahai Nagano
Masumi Hiyaoroshi 真澄ひやおろし (Bottle) - $92: Seasonal, Junmai Ginjo Yamahai Nagano

Fruit Sake

Prices listed as Glass (120ml) / Carafe (400ml) / Bottle (720ml)

Kamoizumi 賀茂泉 (Glass) - $18: Plum sake Hiroshima
Kamoizumi 賀茂泉 (Carafe) - $59: Plum sake Hiroshima
Kamoizumi 賀茂泉 (Bottle 500ml) - $99: Plum sake Hiroshima
Hojun 芳醇ゆず酒 (Glass) - $15: Yuzu sake Miyagi
Hojun 芳醇ゆず酒 (Carafe) - $50: Yuzu sake Miyagi
Hojun 芳醇ゆず酒 (Bottle) - $90: Yuzu sake Miyagi
Add Sparkling Water (Glass Only) - $1

Wine ワイン

Jeio Prosecco (Glass) - $16: Veneto, IT Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Jeio Prosecco (Bottle) - $48: Veneto, IT Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Boulanger La Muse Crémant de Loire Rosé (Glass) - $16: Loire Valley, FR Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Boulanger La Muse Crémant de Loire Rosé (Bottle) - $48: Loire Valley, FR Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Thierry Merlin Cherrier Sancerre Synopsis 2022 (Glass) - $18: Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, FR Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Thierry Merlin Cherrier Sancerre Synopsis 2022 (Bottle) - $80: Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, FR Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
Louis Liger-Leblanc 2022 (Glass) - $14: Chardonnay, Burgundy, FR Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Louis Liger-Leblanc 2022 (Bottle) - $65: Chardonnay, Burgundy, FR Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Route Stock 2023 (Glass) - $17: Pinot Noir, Sonoma Valley, USA Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
Route Stock 2023 (Bottle) - $75: Pinot Noir, Sonoma Valley, USA Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
Bonnet Chénas 2023 (Glass) - $15: Gamay, Beaujolais, FR Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Bonnet Chénas 2023 (Bottle) - $72: Gamay, Beaujolais, FR Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Skin Berguerolles 2022 (Glass) - $17: Orange, Cevennes, FR Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Skin Berguerolles 2022 (Bottle) - $75: Orange, Cevennes, FR Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free

Beer ビール

Suntory The Premium Malt's Draft - $13: Pilsner Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Sapporo Reserve - $7: Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
Sapporo Light - $7: Lager Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Echigo Koshihikari - $12: Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Kagua Rouge - $14: Belgian strong dark ale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Wakayama Sansho Ale - $15: Ale Wakayama Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based

Drinks 飲みもの

Amami 甘味 - $11: Coconut, mango Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Mango Lemonade - $11: Mango, yuzu lemonade, chili lime rim
Yuzu Lemonade - $10: Housemade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Apple Juice - $7: Aomori
Mikan Citrus Juice - $7: Ehime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
Ramune - $5: Original Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Boylan Soda - $5: Cola, Diet Cola, or Ginger Ale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Organic Green Tea - $3: Hot or Iced Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Barley Tea - $5: Cold brew Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
Peach Earl Grey Tea - $7: Sweetened Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian

Appetizers 前菜

Spicy vegan vegetarian or vegan upon request. Gluten free upon request.

Salad Salada サラダ - $16: Frisée, endive, fried kabocha, cashew, creamy sesame Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber
Add Kani (Snow Crab) - $7: Spicy mayo, toasted seaweed Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free
Spicy Cucumber スパイシーきゅうり - $16: Persian cucumbers, cilantro, jalapeno Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb
Cold Otsumami おつまみ - $12: Choice of one or all three: Ohitashi (boiled spinach, bonito flakes, sesame seeds), Hijiki (seaweed, carrot, bean curd), Kinpira Gobo (braised burdock root, carrot, daikon) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Ankimo あんきも - $11: Monkfish liver, scallion, ponzu sauce
Maguro Yukke 鮪ユッケ (3 pcs) - $18: Bluefin tuna tartare, endive, cucumber, quail egg, scallion Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free
Maguro Yukke 鮪ユッケ (6 pcs) - $35: Bluefin tuna tartare, endive, cucumber, quail egg, scallion Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free
Uni Canapés 雲丹カナッペ (3 pcs) - $38: Sea urchin, frisée, shio kombu, rice paper, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
Uni Canapés 雲丹カナッペ (6 pcs) - $69: Sea urchin, frisée, shio kombu, rice paper, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
Add Caviar (Golden Goat Kaluga) - $20 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
Wagyu Tataki 和牛たたき - $23: Seared rare Mishima american wagyu beef, ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
Sabazushi 鯖寿司 - $20: Seven mackerel pressed sushi Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Salmon Oshizushi 鮭寿司 - $25: Seven salmon pressed sushi, salmon roe, lemon zest Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Steamed Chawanmushi 茶碗むし - $22: Steamed egg custard, snow crab, chicken, anago, shrimp, shiitake mushroom, fish cake, gingko nuts Dietary tags: High-Protein
Add Uni (Sea Urchin) - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
Fried Agedashi Tofu 揚げ出し豆腐 - $12: Deep fried tofu, scallion, bonito flakes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Renal
Yaki Nasu 焼きなす - $12: Deep fried eggplant, spicy miso pork, quail egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal
Vege Gyoza 餃子 - $13: Six pan-fried vegetable dumplings, Chunk™ shiitake, cabbage, onion, nira Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Pork Gyoza 餃子 - $13: Six pan-fried pork dumplings, cabbage, onion, soy
Atsugiri Bacon 厚切りベーコン - $22: Thick-cut bacon, bean sprouts
Chicken Tatsuta-age 鶏の竜田揚げ (6 pcs) - $13: Marinated deep fried chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Chicken Tatsuta-age 鶏の竜田揚げ (10 pcs) - $21: Marinated deep fried chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced

Donburi 丼

Contains fish, served with soup & pickle. Spicy vegan vegetarian or vegan upon request. Gluten free upon request.

Maguro Don 鮪丼 - $34: Raw bluefin tuna, sesame, quail egg, daikon sprouts, sushi rice bowl
Uni Ikura Don 海胆いくら丼 - $48: Sea urchin, salmon roe, cucumber, sushi rice bowl Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
Add Caviar (Golden Goat Kaluga) - $20 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
Oyako Don 親子丼 - $22: Chicken, onion, egg rice bowl
Katsu Don カツ丼 - $24: Deep fried japanese corn-fed pork cutlet, onion, egg rice bowl
Gyutama Don 牛玉丼 - $38: American Mishima reserve beef, onion, tokyo negi, egg rice bowl
Unatama Don うな玉丼 - $28: Bbq eel, onion, egg rice bowl Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal

Cold Udon 冷うどん

Contains fish, served with scallion. Spicy vegan vegetarian or vegan upon request. Gluten free upon request.

Zaru ざるうどん - $15: Chilled noodles, shiso leaf tempura, dipping sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Add Shrimp Tempura (2 pcs) - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
Add Vegetable Tempura - $7: Onion, burdock root, carrot, green pepper, eggplant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Yamakake 山かけうどん - $18: Grated mountain yam, quail egg, bonito flakes Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Sansai Bukkake 山菜ぶっかけ - $22: Mountain vegetables, maitake mushroom tempura, nameko mushrooms, daikon, umeboshi, poached egg Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Kani Maze かにまぜうどん - $26: Crab roe, butter, cucumber, yuzu, toasted seaweed Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
Add Spicy Nori Sansho Chili Oil (1oz) - $1 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
Ja Ja ジャージャーうどん - $22: Spicy miso pork, cucumber, tomato, poached egg
Buta Shabu ぶたしゃぶうどん - $23: Pork belly, cucumber, shiro goma, kopert cress Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal

Hot Udon 温うどん

Contains fish, served with scallion. Spicy vegan vegetarian or vegan upon request. Vegetarian broth substitute +2.

Kitsune きつねうどん - $15: Seasoned fried bean curd Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Ankake あんかけうどん - $16: Egg in thick soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free
Nameko なめこうどん - $19: Nameko mushrooms, wakame seaweed Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Sansai 山菜うどん - $19: Mountain vegetables, maitake mushroom tempura Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Yasai Kakiage 野菜かきあげうどん - $18: Vegetable tempura (onion, burdock root, carrot, green pepper, eggplant) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber
Ebiten えび天うどん - $19: Shrimp tempura, umeboshi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Toriten 鳥天うどん - $22: Four marinated fried chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Chikara 力うどん - $24: Mochi, chicken, tokyo negi Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Gyunan 牛南うどん - $23: Prime beef zabuton, tokyo negi Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Wagyu 和牛うどん (American Mishima) - $38: American Mishima beef, tokyo negi Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Wagyu 和牛うどん (Japanese A5 Miyazaki) - $50: Japanese A5 Miyazaki beef, tokyo negi Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Kamonan 鴨南うどん - $24: Duck breast, tokyo negi Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Hamaguri はまぐりうどん - $32: Wild new jersey little neck clams, tokyo negi, wakame seaweed Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Kani Ankake かにあんかけうどん - $28: Snow crab in thick egg soup Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free
Niku 肉うどん - $28: Beef short-ribs, honeycomb tripe, tendon
Curry カレーうどん (Chicken) - $22: Chicken, onion, in thick soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Curry カレーうどん (Prime Beef Zabuton) - $23: Prime beef zabuton, onion, in thick soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Wagyu 和牛 (Beef Substitute - American Mishima) - $38: American Mishima beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Wagyu 和牛 (Beef Substitute - Japanese A5 Miyazaki) - $48: Japanese A5 Miyazaki beef Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Tantan 坦々うどん - $24: Spicy miso pork, peanuts, egg, inaniwa udon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
Nabeyaki 鍋焼きうどん - $31: Chicken, shrimp tempura, sea eel, fish cake, shiitake mushroom, sansai, egg

Toppings トッピング

Poached Egg - $3 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Prime Beef Zabuton - $11 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
Duck Breast - $12 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
Mishima Wagyu Beef - $24 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
A5 Miyazaki Beef - $36 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free
Chicken - $8 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
Spicy Miso Pork - $9 Dietary tags: South-Beach
Shrimp Tempura - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
Maitake Tempura - $6 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
Nameko Mushrooms - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Grated Daikon - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Wakame - $3 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Sansai - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Spinach - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Fried Bean Curd - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Umeboshi - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Vegetable Tempura - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
Shiso Leaf Tempura - $2 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Shiitake Mushroom - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Grated Yam - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Tororo Konbu - $2 Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Tokyo Negi - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Toasted Seaweed - $2 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Mochi - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Nori Sansho Chili Oil (2oz) - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline

Sides サイド

Sabazushi 鯖寿司 - $18: Seven mackerel pressed sushi Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Salmon Oshizushi 鮭寿司 - $24: Seven salmon pressed sushi, salmon roe, lemon zest Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Add Caviar (Salmon Roe Substitute) - $20: Golden Goat Kaluga Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Kaedama 替え玉 - $5: Extra noodles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Rice ライス - $3: Bowl of koshihikari rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Add Hijiki ひじき - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free

Dessert デザート

By Pâtisserie Fouet. Gluten free.

Fruit Soufflé Roll Cake フルーツスフレロールケーキ - $16: Soufflé sponge, fresh cream, raspberry sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Green Tea Tiramisu 抹茶ティラミス - $12: Mascarpone, green tea sponge, rice puffs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Soba Pudding そばプリン - $11: Okinawa black sugar, soba cookie Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Hojicha Pumpkin Panna Cotta ほうじ茶かぼちゃのパンナコッタ - $12: Pumpkin jelly, caramelized apples, fresh cream. *Contains pork gelatin

Merch グッズ

Baseball Cap キャップ - $35: Fitted Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Tee Shirt ティーシャツ - $45 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Long Sleeve Shirt 長袖シャツ - $45 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Tote Bag トートバッグ - $35

Frequently Asked Questions about Raku Soho

What makes this restaurant unique or special?: Raku Soho is unique for its hand-crafted udon with a signature silken chew, authentic dashi, and minimalist, intimate sanctuary atmosphere.
What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?: Based on the provided data, 80% of the listed dishes accommodate vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb dietary requirements.
What are the standout dishes based on the menu?: Standout dishes include rich tantan, nabeyaki with shrimp tempura, chicken tatsuta-age, vegetable tempura, and hojicha pumpkin panna cotta.
What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?: Diners highly praise the 4.5/5 rated restaurant for its authentic udon and chicken tatsuta-age, despite long waits and mixed service.
How many reviews does this restaurant have?: Raku Soho has a total of 1,748 reviews, which contribute to the restaurant’s overall average rating of 4.5 out of 5.
How can I contact this restaurant?: You can contact Raku Soho by visiting their official website at https://rakunyc.com/ for more information about the restaurant.
Is this restaurant currently open and operational?: Raku Soho is currently operational, as indicated by its active website at https://rakunyc.com/ and recent customer reviews.
What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?: Raku Soho is a minimalist sanctuary and cozy, intimate space featuring tight seating that balances modern urban energy with timeless craftsmanship.
What is the price range at this restaurant?: Raku Soho is categorized as having a moderate price range, which is represented by the price level ($$).
How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?: The menu features 44 diet-specific categories including vegan, keto, and gluten-free options across udon, tempura, and various Japanese small plates.
What is the highest-protein dish at Raku Soho?: Steamed Chawanmushi 茶碗むし, at roughly 87.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).

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