M Tempura
$$$ • Japanese, Vegan, Vegetarian
Hours:
111 Orange St, Durham
(919) 748-3874
About M Tempura
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M Tempura Reviews
Amazing experiences at both M Sushi and M Tempura! Love coming to these restaurants every time we’re in town 😊
Excelente comida, excelente bar en un ambiente íntimo y con mucho cuidado en los detalles.
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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 | Closed |
M Tempura, located 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.
Recent reviews highlight the exceptional dining experience, with customers describing the meal as a "tempura-based love story" and praising the attentive service and thoughtfully prepared courses. The restaurant's commitment to providing a diverse and unique culinary journey continues to impress diners, who have raved about the Wagyu tacos, hot dog fried rice, and Mochi crepe, calling it a "wonderful adventure and a joyful flavor ride." The Chawanmushi with blue crab, miso-marinated sea bass over rice, and Maitake mushrooms are among the popular menu items, and the Kaiseki and omakase tasting menus have been praised for their excellent presentation, deliciousness, and creativity.