M Tempura
$$$$ • Japanese, Vegan, Vegetarian Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout M Tempura
Customers' Favorites
Scallop Lobster and Mushroom Tempura
Kelp Marinated Salmon Crudo
Tempura Prawn Heads
Rice and Miso Soup
Sesame Ice Cream
Ginger Ice Cream
Tempura Course
Chicken Katsu
Tuna Tartare
Scallop Crudo
M Tempura Reviews
376 ratings
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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.
Not my first rodeo...4th or 5th time over the past couple of years, but oh so good and consistent. Last minute reservation ended resulted in us sitting at the bar, but Chef Jim guided us through the omakase menu and made it quite the experience. Can't wait to go back again.
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.