Only Tempura Rice Bowl
온니텐동
About
Cozy bar-seating tempura rice bowl spot in Siheung serving freshly fried, extra-crisp tendong in limited daily quantities.
Tucked across from the Maehwa Library in Siheung, Onni Tendon operates with the focused precision of a neighborhood gem confident in its craft. Run by a husband-and-wife team, the modest counter-seat shop accommodates around fifteen guests wrapped directly around an open kitchen. There are no automated ordering kiosks here; diners order verbally, watching through the fry station’s steam as each component is battered and plunged into clean oil only after the ticket is called. The kitchen keeps strict limits on its production, historically capping service to roughly thirty portions per service window. That disciplined focus translates directly to the bowl. The namesake Onni Tendon showcases an extraordinarily brittle, greaseless batter that holds its crunch over seasoned rice. Vegetables like lotus root, perilla leaf, shishito peppers, and delicate fans of enoki mushroom turn shattering and airy, while the soft-boiled egg breaks into a savory yolk sauce over the grains. Those seeking a comprehensive spread gravitate toward the Aji Tendon, an all-inclusive assortment featuring moist chicken breast pieces and a subtly sweet minced-meat patty alongside classic prawns. Another local favorite is the Tendon Set, which pairs a slightly scaled-down fry bowl with house-made udon. Unlike conventional thick noodles, the broth here arrives loaded with thin, soba-like strands in a smoky katsuobushi broth, finished with scattered tempura crisps and best lifted with a brisk pinch of shichimi pepper from the counter. A self-serve station stocked with pickled radish, pickles, and wasabi anchors the back of the room, complementing side orders like the Galbi Tendon and non-alcoholic beer. With its compact bar seating tailored to solo diners and quiet pairs, Onni Tendon delivers an unhurried, crisp tempura experience well worth navigating the residential side streets of Maehwa-dong.
Menu
- Onni Tendong₩13,000
- 에비텐동₩14,000
- Aji Tendong₩16,000
- Tendong Set
- 도리텐동₩14,000
- 갈비텐동₩14,000
- 장어텐동₩18,000
- 텐동세트(텐동+우동)포장x₩16,000
- 키즈텐동(36개월~7세까지 가능)₩7,000
Local tips
- Operates in limited quantities (often around 30 bowls per service window).
- Operating hours can vary or be lunch-only; checking Naver Map before visiting is advised.
- Parking is limited to 3-4 spaces behind the building or adjacent street spots.
- Add shichimi spice early to the thin-noodle udon for a savory flavor boost.
Details
Opening hours
- Sunday
- —
- Monday
- 11:00–16:00
- Tuesday
- 11:00–16:00
- Wednesday
- 11:00–16:00
- Thursday
- 11:00–16:00
- Friday
- 11:00–16:00
- Saturday
- 11:00–16:00