Craving noodles, but don't want to break the bank?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the finest hot spots for affordable noodles in Denver, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best places to fulfill your urges on a budget.
1. J's Noodles Star Thai
Topping the list is J's Noodles Star Thai. Located at 945 S. Federal Blvd., Suite E in Westwood, the Thai restaurant, which is known for noodles, curries and more, is the highest-rated low-cost noodle destination in Denver, boasting 4.5 stars out of 270 reviews on Yelp.
"Very authentic-tasting Thai food," wrote Yelper Erica O., who reviewed J's Noodles Star Thai on March 31. "I almost always get the prik pow, but have also tried drunken noodles, pad thai and curry, all very good. ... Price point is good, as well."
Yelper Emy S. added, "Very affordable. Very tasty. The cheese wontons were the best I've had! I got the drunken noodles and loved it!"
2. Phở 999
Next up is the Montbello's Phở 999, situated at 4701 Peoria St., Unit 105. With four stars out of 79 reviews on Yelp, the Vietnamese eatery, which offers noodles, soups and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an economical option.
Per its Yelp profile, Phở 999 is "An oasis of Vietnam in the heart of Colorado," as touted in the history section. "We are a family-operated restaurant. Our goal is to serve the community with the food that we hold closely to our heart, phở noodle soup and Vietnamese grill."
3. Phở 96
Southwest Denver's Phở 96, settled at 2990 W. Mississippi Ave., is another superior choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive Vietnamese dining establishment, which specializes in noodles and soups, four stars out of 298 reviews.
Yelper David S., who reviewed Phở 96 on July 6, wrote, "Excellent phở, served with attentive and friendly service. The vermicelli bowls and spring rolls are equally excellent. ... This place stands out for its food quality [and] friendliness, as well as high standards in terms of cleanliness. High value for the dollar."
And Melanie B. noted, "We love Phở 96! So consistently good, convenient and affordable. The staff is also very friendly and attentive."
4. Phở OK
Last but not least is Phở OK, a Vietnamese outlet that serves vegetarian fare, soups, noodles and more in Washington Virginia Vale, with four stars out of 229 Yelp reviews. Head over to 890 S. Monaco Parkway, Unit 8, to give it a go for yourself.
According to its Yelp page, Phở OK offers "Vietnamese noodle soup and grilled chicken, beef, pork and shrimp, served with vermicelli noodle and steamed/fried rice."
In regards to the business' signature items, "Authentic Vietnamese noodle soup, vermicelli noodle bowls, steamed or fried rice dishes, as well as smoothies or boba tea drinks," it continues on Yelp in the section explaining specialties.
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