We arrived at MeNami on a week night, just before 7pm. It was prime dinner time and, as expected, the tables were full at this popular local joint. In lieu of waiting, we were suggested the bar seats which we took.
The staff were friendly and we were greeted with water and the menu in quick order. The bartender was also very helpful in answering questions and recommendations.
We ordered a curry udon with shrimp tempura ($11), a kitsune udon ($9), and chichen kara-age ($5) to share. The wait was reasonable with the appetizer coming first. The kara-age was very nicely battered and fried, not too greasy and the meat was quite tender. The udon were up next, both of which were well made. The noodles were just the right firmness and the flavors were well balanced between the ingredients. I must say we were pleasantly surprised. The only thing is the portions being slightly on the small side, but not too bad; I want hungry when I was done, and still had room for desserts afterwards.
A solid 4/5 stars. Definitely recommended.