Tensai Udon House – Japanese
Tensai Udon House invites diners into a vibrant sanctuary where the steam from simmering bowls mingles with the irresistible aroma of golden-fried treasures. The table comes alive with a colorful parade of crispy ube chips, blistered shishito peppers, and succulent kurobuta sausage, each bite celebrating a playful balance of traditional Japanese comfort and modern flair. Whether sharing a platter of lacy vegetable tempura or savoring tender pork gyoza, guests find themselves wrapped in a warm, communal atmosphere that turns a simple meal into a soulful retreat.
222, East 51st Street, New York, NY, 10022 +12124666591 https://www.tensainyc.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Tensai Udon House
Dairy-Free at Tensai Udon House
Tensai Udon House in New York has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onsen Egg, Shishito Peppers and Ube Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Tensai Udon House
Tensai Udon House in New York has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onsen Egg, Ika Geso and Kurobuta Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Tensai Udon House
Tensai Udon House in New York has 28 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Assorted Tempura, Ebi Ontama Udon and Kitsune Udon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Tensai Udon House
Tensai Udon House in New York has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onsen Egg, Pork Gyoza and Karaage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Tensai Udon House
Tensai Udon House in New York has 11 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onsen Egg, Kurobuta Sausage and Sauvignon Blanc (Glass). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Tensai Udon House
Tensai Udon House in New York has 14 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onsen Egg, Kurobuta Sausage and Sauvignon Blanc (Glass). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Tensai Udon House
Tensai Udon House in New York has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onsen Egg, Kurobuta Sausage and Saba Shio. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Tensai Udon House
Tensai Udon House in New York has 21 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shishito Peppers, House Salad and Hiya Yakko. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Tensai Udon House
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sauvignon Blanc (Bottle) | 0 g | 18.5 g |
| Pork Gyoza | 0.5 g | 17.6 g |
| Steamed Short Grain White Rice | 155 g | 17.6 g |
| Karaage | 0 g | 17 g |
| Sauvignon Blanc (Glass) | 0 g | 15.1 g |
| Saba Shio | 0 g | 13.9 g |
| Kurobuta Sausage | 2.5 g | 13.1 g |
| Niku Udon | 44.3 g | 11.6 g |
| Kimchi | 37.1 g | 11.5 g |
| Vegetables Udon | 32.7 g | 11.2 g |
| Onsen Egg | 0.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Asahi Super Dry | 1.8 g | 10.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Menu
Small Plates
These dishes are great for sharing
- Edamame - $6.98: Steamed organic pea in pods with sea salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $8.98: Mixed greens, carrot, onion, and tomatoes with ginger carrot dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers - $8.98: Blanched in hot oil with ponzu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ube Chips - $9.98: Sweet potato fries with sea salt and spicy mayonnaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karaage - $9.98: Deep fried marinated chicken with spicy mayonnaise Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kurobuta Sausage - $9.98: Seared Berkshire pork sausage with hot mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Gyoza - $9.98: Pan fried pork dumplings with ponzu sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Croquette - $9.98: Crispy panko breaded with creamy corn and potato filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Vegetables Tempura - $11.98: Deep fried assorted seasonal vegetables with savory sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Tempura - $15.98: Deep fried shrimp (2) and assorted seasonal vegetables (3) with savory sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hiya Yakko - $7.98: Chilled soft tofu with grated fresh ginger and scallions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ohitashi - $7: Chilled spinach with dashi broth and bonito flakes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ika Geso - $13.98: Crispy squid tentacles served with spicy mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saba Shio - $15.98: Grilled mackerel with sea salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
A diverse range of flavorful dishes sourced daily and locally
- Ebi Ten Udon - $16.98: Two pieces shrimp tempura with udon in hot dashi soup Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ebi Ontama Udon - $19.98: Two pieces shrimp tempura and soft boiled egg with udon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ebi Niku Udon - $19.98: Two pieces shrimp tempura and simmered beef with udon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Niku Udon - $16.98: Simmered seared beef bacon with onion and udon Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karaage Udon - $16.98: Deep fried chicken over udon noodles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kitsune Udon - $12.98: Seasoned bean curd with udon in light vegetable soup Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetables Udon - $16.98: Steamed mixed vegetables (broccoli, mushroom, carrot, and spinach) with udon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Tempura Udon - $18.98: Deep fried mixed vegetable tempura with udon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Niku Kimchi Udon - $19.98: Spicy cabbage and beef with udon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Yaki Udon - $24.98: Stir-fried sirloin steak, broccoli, sesame seeds, and savory soy glaze Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karaage Don - $15.98: Crispy chicken thigh with spicy mayo sauce over rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage Don - $14: Seared Kurobuta sausage (3 pcs) with mustard over rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Niku Ontama Don - $16.98: Simmered beef bacon with onion and poached egg over rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daily Rice Bowl - $15: Chef Special rotating everyday Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
Add-ons and accompaniments
- Steamed Short Grain White Rice - $4.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Soup - $4.98 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onsen Egg - $4.98 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Kimchi - $5.98 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Oil - $2.98 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Beverages
Soft drinks, tea, sake, wine, and beer
- Hot Green Tea - $2.98 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Soda - $2.98: Coke, Diet Coke, Ginger Ale, Sprite, or Seltzer
- Spring Water - $4.98 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Orange Ramune - $4.98: Japanese orange soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Calpico Soda - $4.98: Japanese soft drink
- Ice Unsweetened Green Tea - $4.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Draft Sake (180 ml) - $6.98: Tanrei Junmai semi dry, ABV 13.5% Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hakutsaru Junmai Ginjo (300 ml) - $17.98: Dry and smooth finish with nose of melon and grape, ABV 14.5% Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hakutsuru Sayuri (300ml) - $17.98: Coarsely filtered, creamy and sweet Nigori sake, ABV 12.5% Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Dassai 39 (300ml) - $28: Junmai Daiginjo with subtle aroma and creamy texture, ABV 16% Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics
- Sauvignon Blanc (Glass) - $7.98: Marlborough, NZ. Ripe gooseberries and passion fruit Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sauvignon Blanc (Bottle) - $35.98: Marlborough, NZ. Ripe gooseberries and passion fruit Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cabernet Sauvignon (Glass) - $7.98: Mendocino, USA. Plums, dark chocolate & espresso bean Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Cabernet Sauvignon (Bottle) - $35.98: Mendocino, USA. Plums, dark chocolate & espresso bean Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Plum Wine (Glass) - $7.98: California, USA. Cherry aroma and smooth plum flavor Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Plum Wine (Bottle) - $35.98: California, USA. Cherry aroma and smooth plum flavor Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sapporo Premium Lager - $6.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Kirin Lager - $6.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Asahi Super Dry - $7.98 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Brooklyn IPA - $7 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Tensai Udon House
- Is Tensai Udon House dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Tensai Udon House has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onsen Egg, Shishito Peppers and Ube Chips.
- What can I eat at Tensai Udon House on a dairy-free diet?
- Onsen Egg, Shishito Peppers and Ube Chips carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Tensai Udon House have vegan options?
- Yes. 21 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Shishito Peppers and House Salad.
- Is Tensai Udon House gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Tensai Udon House?
- Sauvignon Blanc (Bottle), at roughly 18.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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