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    555 Boat Noodles

    4.3 (50 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Lemon Pork w Rice noodles
    Celeste K.

    Greeted with warm smiles and greetings, the service was impeccable We love coming here and usually get the Lemon pork noodles which is phenomenal and so authentic every time The fish balls are so delicious and spicy, perfectly coated in fish sauce, garlic, red peppers and cilantro.

    Lilian N.

    I have been to this noodles place twice this year. The restaurant has a cozy and casual vibe. The staff were nice there. I went during the summer, and there was no air conditioning so it was pretty hot inside. However, the food was amazing. For the beef noodles, the meat was tender. The soup is rich and authentic, with the perfect balance of spice; however the portion was a bit small. I also tried the fried dumplings, it's flavorful, but the skin was a bit thick. The Thai tea was average, a little bit too sweet for me. Overall, I still like this restaurant, and will definitely come back again.

    Braised beef and vermicelli boat noodles.
    Karen L.

    Yet another restaurant on my list I can finally check off. A cozy spot for casual dining, you feel like you've transported yourself to Thailand. The menu is small and of course their specialty is boat noodle soup. I like that you can choose from 3 types of noodles: wonton, rice noodle, or the thin rice vermicelli kind. You can also choose your protein: pork, beef, or braised beef. The broth was delicious! I didn't even have to add any of the condiments which was as traditional as it gets, arriving at the table in a plastic holder with chilli oil, fish sauce, sugar, etc. There are 2 sizes, small ($15) and medium ($20). My eyes are always bigger than my stomach and I struggled to finish the medium. The small would've been just right. Service with a smile.

    Karla T.

    We got beef boat noodles and it was such a satisfying, comforting bowl. The broth was aromatic, rich, and infused with herbs and spices. If you're not familiar with boat noodles, the broth can feel a little thicker than your usual noodle soups, but that's exactly what makes it so cozy and full of depth. Every sip felt bold yet warm, flavorful, and pretty close to what I remember having in Thailand. The beef balls were pretty solid but the fried wonton didn't stand out as much.

    David N.

    This is as authentic as it gets. The food was on point and really brings you to Thailand. The service was excellent and the ambiance was very homey. The restaurant is connected to a Thai Mart and another restaurant that services pad Thai.

    Eileen L.

    Located at the back of Thai Mart We got the small size boat noodle soup with braised beef and wonton (egg) noodles, Toddy palm cakes, coconut custard, and longan pandan juice Everything was so delicious, and served quickly. I love the noodles in particular, the soup was super flavourful and the beef was cooked perfectly. The service was very bare minimum, and the atmosphere is like a food court. I do like the wall paintings though! Prices are a bit high for the noodles (the small portion was ok for a light meal), but I understand that it's the signature dish

    Gayan P.

    First off, I love the name--"555" is Thai texting slang for "hahaha" (because the number 5 is pronounced "ha"). It's a clever nod to Thai culture and a great first impression. The interior also makes a good effort to mirror a classic boat noodle joint--simple and no-frills, but still neat and nicely put together. I especially appreciated the condiment holder with fish sauce, sugar, chili, and vinegar--just like you'd get in Thailand. That authentic touch gave me a little nostalgia hit. But... that's where the charm ended for me. The bowl of noodles missed the mark. In Thailand, boat noodles are small, punchy, and intense in flavor. Here, the bowls are 4x the size and come with a bigger price tag. The result? A diluted broth and toned-down flavors that felt more catered to a North American palate than a celebration of the original dish. It seems like an attempt to bridge Thai boat noodles with ramen bowl expectations--but in doing so, the soul of the dish got lost. Less spice, less depth, and a lot less character. If you've never had the real thing in Thailand, this might come across as decent. But for anyone who has, it's hard not to feel a little disappointed.

    Gabriel S.

    The decor is cute & you can see them prepare the noodles with the semi open concept. They get 3.5 stars. Small boat noodles with pork & rice noodles had good soup that was pretty spicy & rich. Rice noodles thickness was between lai fun & vermicelli. The pork pieces were a bit rubbery but pork balls were decent. Longan pandan juice was refreshing & fragrant, though it used rehydrated dried longan. Coconut custard pretty creamy & rich. Palm toddy cake was spongy & decent.

    Daisy W.

    While walking north on Yonge, we found the restaurant attached to the convenience store selling Thai snacks and groceries. There weren't many people waiting so we decided to take a break and grab a bite while at it. I ordered the boat noodles since I haven't had it in a long time. The restaurant is cute and petite. It's definitely a great spot for a quick meal. The bowl of noodles wasn't big, but was the perfect portion for me. The soup was delicious and the meat to noodle ratio was just right. Shortly after we sat down, a wave of people arrived and there was a line up again. I'll be back for their noodles and to tray Kati, the ice cream booth that's just outside of their shop selling ice cream in south east asian inspired flavours.

    David Y.

    I don't associate Thai cuisine with noodle soup but maybe I should because it's really tasty. Stopped by for dinner and got: - Supreme Yentafo: The broth was tasty and had a nice zing to it. Pretty good amount of seafood. And the rice noodles had good texture. - Kek Huay: Really refreshing chrysanthemum juice which was a great counterbalance to the spicy sourness of the soup. - Toddy Palm Cake: Sweet rice cake, a nice little dessert to close out the meal. Prices are reasonable. Service is friendly. Kitchen is quick. Place is small but well laid out and interestingly decorated. Overall, a good dining experience and would definitely stop if you're in the mood for tasty noodle soup.

    Pork and shrimp dumplings
    Elsie Z.

    Everything at 555 Boat Noodles felt very homey. I ordered the pork and shrimp dumplings, lemon pork noodles with rice noodles (M), and mango sticky rice for dessert. I loved the lemon pork noodles--the broth was tangy and not too salty, with a delicious homemade flavour. The only downside was that the rice noodles broke apart too easily, but overall, it was really good. I'd love to try something new next time. The pork and shrimp dumplings were the highlight. The filling was bouncy and flavourful, and the green sauce added a perfect, zesty kick. The mango sticky rice was good but nothing special. I'd definitely return to 555 Boat Noodles. The food was great, the service was excellent, and the washroom was super clean.

    Lemon Pork Noodle Soup
    Rochelle P.

    555 Boat Noodles is downtown Toronto's hidden gem for flavourful Thai Boat Noodles. We tried some of their customer favourite dishes and it didn't disappoint. It's a popular spot located near Wellesley station and gets very busy so expect to wait a few minutes specially during peak hours but no worries coz the friendly and helpful staff are always there to assist the customers. We love the decor and open kitchen concept which gave us access to watch while they are preparing our food.

    Boat noodle
    Tram V.

    It was snowing outside, which means it's time for some hearty noodle soup. I saw boat noodle on 555 Boat Noodle menu and immediately knew I needed to try it. Ambiance 4/5: a cute homey restaurant but it was small. Maybe holding max of 30 ppl, and at that capacity, there wasn't any path to walk or move around. You are literally shoulder to shoulder and walking in between a foot (I'm from the US so you do the math on what that is in metric lol) or two of "walk space" between tables. I almost tripped leaving the space. Customer Service 5/5: even though it was crowded on a Sunday night, everyone was tentative. The server came and apologized for the delay and seating arrangements. I really appreciated that. Food 5/5: I ordered the boat noodle, spicy. It was good, pretty flavorful. The waitress brought over the spices so I can adjust to my taste. I was able to make it more spicy and sweet/tangy. The braised beef was tender and the meatballs were a bit chewy, just how I like them. I wish I hadn't gotten the vermicelli since it was so thin, it had no chew to it; it just soaked up the broth. I would have opted for a thicker noodle. I live in California and have had multiple renowned boat noodles. I feel that based on location, this is a good hidden gem but it's different than the ones in California. Regardless, I enjoyed my meal and will come back if I'm ever in Toronto again.

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    I'm definitely coming back here!…read more We ordered the Tapioca dumplings, the beef messemen curry, and the mango and purple sticky rice. Wow! It was all so tasty. The tapioca dumplings are unlike anything I've tasted before. They serve it with a side of lettuce, mint and peanuts. I liked the dumplings better without the sides they served! The lettuce and other add ons dim the flavors of the dumplings. So I prefer just eating the dumplings straight on. The Messemen curry was so flavorful and the beef was so tender! I'm a big fan. If you're a fan of Thai curries then you'll definitely like this! The Mango purple sticky rice dessert was also really tasty! It had a tasty coconut sorbet and it all went really well together. Service was good, food came out quickly, vibes were good. No complaints here!

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    Main dining room

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    Green Papaya fritters. Must order.

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    Went here for a quick lunch yesterday, and as always, this place is cute and delicious! Hadn't…read morebeen in awhile, grateful to return! Sat on the patio since the sun was shining and good moods all around! We got there juuuuuust before the lunchtime crowd started. It does get busy, small line ups at time. We kept it simple and ordered Pad See Ew and a chicken curry (spicy) The Pad See Ew was order with tofu and it was yummy. The noodles were the perfect chewy, the sauce was an instant love of umami goodness The chicken curry was flavourful and spicy and trust, there were lots of chicken in it. Service was quick and friendly, the food - fabulous, the atmosphere was fun. Can see why several years awards a Michelin star.

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    Hanging fish in the interior.

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    So busy on a Thursday! Not a big place but filled with people. Their known for their papaya salads…read moreand get ready for some heat! Lol Food is good here. But when it gets busy, service is lacking.

    We made a reservation for a weekday lunch. The restaurant was busy but not packed…read more I definitely recommend ordering to share rather than eating only one of something. I found the dishes to be quite heavy-handed on the seasoning (borderline too salty), so the variety helps. Panang Curry - very flavorful, slightly sweet, and very savory. Had a nice kick to it! Som Tum Tod (fried papaya salad) - ordered it because it was their signature but I thought it was too salty and crunchy. And I got kind of tired of the fried aspect of it. Wished I ordered the fresh papaya salad instead. The heat and garlic is nice though. Decently sized portion so you can share it with the whole table. Pad Woonsen Cha-Om (Minced Pork & glass noodle, egg, garlic and acacia leaves) - my first time trying this dish! It was really good! It kind of filled the role of "fried rice" to me, mellowing out all of the stronger flavours of the other dishes. Still quite flavourful on its own too. Felt like a Thai-spin on the Korean dish, Japchae. Kai Yang (grilled chicken) - oh my gosh the sauce this chicken comes with is TO DIE FOR. I want to buy it or learn how to make it. It's so fragrant, fresh, spicy, aromatic, and just the right amount of fishy and acidic. We were very full sharing these 4 dishes between 3 people. For the fact that this is Michelin Bib Gourmand, I think it is well-priced and a great place to try!

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    Interior

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