Interested in trying some new spots for noodles in Seattle? You're in luck: we've found the freshest businesses to fill the bill. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for some noodles.
Taste of Xi'an
4523 University Way NE, University District
Taste of Xi'an is a Chinese eatery that's serving up barbecue and noodles. The restaurant specializes in classic street fare from Xi'an, the capital of Shaanxi province in China and the home of the terra-cotta warriors.
Look for a wide range of noodles, including cold, hot, hand-pulled and stir-fried options, along with a variety of skewers. Try menu items like the hot oil pulled noodles, spinach buckwheat noodles with tomatoes and eggs or opt for the barbecue tilapia or cumin lamb kebab. Green, black and boba tea are also available, as are fresh juices and snow ice desserts.
Taste of Xi'an currently holds four stars out of 114 reviews on Yelp, indicating positive reviews.
On May 16, Yelper James V. wrote, "Very good. The flavor is somewhat subdued compared to Xian noodles but is still very delicious. Very modern interior. It's fun to watch the food cooking. Worth the visit."
Jane Qian W. added, "The lamb spine is so delicious and fresh and has a big portion, a must-try. The restaurant is very new and clean with a lot of seats. As a Chinese, I think it's very authentic and the ingredients are very good quality."
Taste of Xi'an is open from 11:45 a.m.–2:45 p.m. and 5:30–10 p.m. on weekdays, 11:45 a.m.–10 p.m. on Saturday, and 11:45 a.m.–11 p.m. on Sunday.
Reckless Noodle House
2519 S. Jackson St., Central District
Next up is Reckless Noodle House, an Asian fusion bar and noodle joint. Chef Kenny Lee's signature dishes are inspired by the cuisines of Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and China.
Lee and the staff of cocktail mixologists attempt to transcend the norm with innovative fare and creative cocktails, the business says on its website.
On the menu, noodle options include the Ma La braised beef cheek noodles with sour mustard greens, Sichuan numbing oil and pickled Fresno peppers, and the coconut curry vermicelli bowl. Try a small plate, such as bò lá lốt ($14), with ribeye steak, herbs, pineapple, cucumber, peanuts, scallion oil and chili lime fish sauce, or go for a full entree like the Five Spice Duck, which includes duck prepared over 36 hours, braised shiitake, baby bok choy and turmeric coconut rice.
Reckless Noodle House has beer, wine, saké, liquor and cocktails available on the extensive drink menu. Try a Reckless cocktail, like The Devil Makes Three ($14), which includes single malt whiskey, Del Principe Amontillado dry sherry, orgeat, Angostura bitters and lemon, or a classic cocktail like Hemingway's Daiquiri ($12), with Flor de Caña white rum, triple sec, Luxardo maraschino, lime and grapefruit.
Reckless Noodle House currently holds 4.5 stars out of 56 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Gypsy G. noted, "Cozy and eclectic place with a great vibe. If I lived in this neighborhood, I'd probably be a regular, particularly during their happy hour, which serves up delicious, strong cocktails for only $6!"
Yelper Annie N. wrote, "It was my first time here, and man was it amazing. As you walk in you feel like you walked into another place. The interior design definitely has the Southeast Asian vibe to it. Very relaxing and cool with lanterns and fish teeth as wallpaper. "
Reckless Noodle House is open from 4 p.m.–midnight on Monday-Thursday, 4 p.m.–2 a.m. on Friday, 11–2 a.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Sunday.
Thai Thai Kitchen
9525 Aurora Ave N., Greenwood
Then there's Thai Thai Kitchen, a cozy eatery with a bright red exterior that's in the space that formerly housed a Middle Eastern restaurant.
Noodle dishes include the classic pad Thai; pad see ew, a popular street food made with wide noodles and a soy-based sauce; pad woon sen, stir-fried glass noodles with sweet soy sauce, egg, cherry tomatoes, celery, cabbage and carrots. Round out your meal with soup, salad or appetizers like fried fish cakes or coconut prawns. (See full menu here.)
With a 4.5-star Yelp rating out of 72 reviews on Yelp, Thai Thai Kitchen has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Rl L., who was one of the first users to visit the eatery on April 12, wrote, "We live just a two-minute drive from the place, so we were very happy to see a Thai restaurant being opened. Yesterday was our first visit and we loved it! The service was fast and very friendly, the place is clean and smells amazing thanks to an open kitchen, and everything was fresh and yummy."
Yelper Alyson B. wrote, "I went here on a recommendation from neighbors and it was absolutely delicious. I sat and chatted with the owner while my takeout order was cooking. The food was above and beyond my expectations."
Thai Thai Kitchen is open from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. on weekdays and noon–9 p.m. on weekends.
