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, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
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: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, 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, 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, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ube Chips - $9.98: Sweet potato fries with sea salt and spicy mayonnaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karaage - $9.98: Deep fried marinated chicken with spicy mayonnaise Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kurobuta Sausage - $9.98: Seared Berkshire pork sausage with hot mustard Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Gyoza - $9.98: Pan fried pork dumplings with ponzu sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Croquette - $9.98: Crispy panko breaded with creamy corn and potato filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Vegetables Tempura - $11.98: Deep fried assorted seasonal vegetables with savory sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Tempura - $15.98: Deep fried shrimp (2) and assorted seasonal vegetables (3) with savory sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hiya Yakko - $7.98: Chilled soft tofu with grated fresh ginger and scallions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ohitashi - $7: Chilled spinach with dashi broth and bonito flakes Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ika Geso - $13.98: Crispy squid tentacles served with spicy mayo Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saba Shio - $15.98: Grilled mackerel with sea salt Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-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: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ebi Ontama Udon - $19.98: Two pieces shrimp tempura and soft boiled egg with udon Dietary tags: 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: 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: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Tempura Udon - $18.98: Deep fried mixed vegetable tempura with udon Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal 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: High-Protein, 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, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
Add-ons and accompaniments
- Steamed Short Grain White Rice - $4.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Soup - $4.98 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onsen Egg - $4.98 Dietary tags: High-Protein, 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 Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Kimchi - $5.98 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Oil - $2.98
Beverages
Soft drinks, tea, sake, wine, and beer
- Hot Green Tea - $2.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Soda - $2.98: Coke, Diet Coke, Ginger Ale, Sprite, or Seltzer
- Spring Water - $4.98 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, 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, Pescatarian
- Calpico Soda - $4.98: Japanese soft drink
- Ice Unsweetened Green Tea - $4.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Draft Sake (180 ml) - $6.98: Tanrei Junmai semi dry, ABV 13.5% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Hakutsaru Junmai Ginjo (300 ml) - $17.98: Dry and smooth finish with nose of melon and grape, ABV 14.5% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Hakutsuru Sayuri (300ml) - $17.98: Coarsely filtered, creamy and sweet Nigori sake, ABV 12.5% Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Dassai 39 (300ml) - $28: Junmai Daiginjo with subtle aroma and creamy texture, ABV 16% Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- 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: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Cabernet Sauvignon (Glass) - $7.98: Mendocino, USA. Plums, dark chocolate & espresso bean Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cabernet Sauvignon (Bottle) - $35.98: Mendocino, USA. Plums, dark chocolate & espresso bean Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Plum Wine (Glass) - $7.98: California, USA. Cherry aroma and smooth plum flavor Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Plum Wine (Bottle) - $35.98: California, USA. Cherry aroma and smooth plum flavor Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Sapporo Premium Lager - $6.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Kirin Lager - $6.98 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Asahi Super Dry - $7.98 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Brooklyn IPA - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
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