M Tempura
$$$ • Japanese, Vegan, Vegetarian
Hours:
111 Orange St, Durham
(919) 748-3874
About M Tempura
Customers' Favorites
Scallop Lobster and Mushroom Tempura
Kelp Marinated Salmon Crudo
Rice and Miso Soup
Ginger Ice Cream
Sesame Ice Cream
Tempura Course
Chicken Katsu
Tuna Tartare
Scallop Crudo
Chawanmushi
M Tempura Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 5 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 3PM |
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M Tempura, situated in Downtown Durham, offers an exceptional dining experience that blends tradition and innovation. Specializing in tempura omakase, the restaurant elevates the classic Japanese dish through the chefs' delicate frying techniques and use of high-quality, seasonal ingredients.
The warm and welcoming atmosphere, created by the attentive and friendly staff, adds a personal touch that enhances the overall dining experience. Diners have praised the outstanding and unique food, particularly the sea bass, scallop, eggplant, and the lobster and ginger ice cream. The creative ice creams served as desserts provide a playful and refreshing end to the meal.
The restaurant's commitment to providing a diverse and unique culinary journey, one bite at a time, makes it a standout destination. Customers have described the dishes as delicately fried with an ultra-thin layer of batter, and the house-made ice creams as creative and underrated. The Chawanmushi with blue crab, miso-marinated sea bass over rice, and Maitake mushrooms are among the popular menu items. The Kaiseki and omakase tasting menus have also been praised for their excellent presentation, deliciousness, and creativity.