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    First Tofu First Noodle Bar

    3.3 (9 reviews)
    InexpensiveNoodles
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:30 pm

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    New owner, this place a lot better, he prepared traditional Vietnamese soup and rice that tasted a lot better

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    Had the pho ga it was pretty tasty. Hard working folks and food is good. I will definitely come back!

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    Huge portions. Great variety of soup based noodles. If you're tired of pho, drop by here!

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    Kintaro Ramen - Karashimiso

    Kintaro Ramen

    4.4(348 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    the location is very small, with a capacity of 32 people. they do have a grade A sanitation level,…read moreand this was the cleanest i've felt at a restaurant. normally i find myself having to dust off crumbs or wipe my table, but here i did not. i saw the waitress constantly back and forth wiping down tables and making sure the place is spotless. even while she was busy she always made sure to stop by and make sure we were okay. they have two self ordering screens in the front with a large variety of foods to choose from. the ramen was good, but it did remind me a lot of instant noodles because the noodles were thin and the broth was a little bit salty. it did not satisfy my cravings the way i thought it would. especially for $17. the two slices of pork on top were tender and had a sweet taste to them, with a perfect amount of soft fat on the sides. the boiled eggs were very soft, with the yolk perfectly thick in the middle. the portion may not seem large, but i found that i could barely finish half of my order. it is very filling!

    Kintaro Ramen in Arlington is one of those places that immediately makes you relax the second you…read morewalk in. The space feels intimate and welcoming, the kind of spot where the steam from the bowls fogs up the windows and time slows down just enough to enjoy your meal. The ramen is where Kintaro really shines. The broth is deeply flavored and comforting, rich without feeling heavy, and clearly simmered with care. Every sip feels intentional. The noodles have that perfect bite, springy and substantial, soaking up the broth without going soft. Toppings are generous and well balanced, especially the pork, which is tender and savory and melts into the broth in the best way. What really sells the experience is how everything works together. The warmth of the space, the aroma of the kitchen, and the layered flavors in the bowl create something that feels less like a quick meal and more like a small ritual. It's the kind of place you want to linger, finishing the last drops of broth even when you're already full. Kintaro isn't flashy or overhyped. It's just solid, soulful ramen served in a space that feels like a refuge. If you're craving something comforting and satisfying, this is absolutely the spot.

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    The bathroom was super clean! Toilet was spotless and floors were clean!

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    Apsara

    Apsara

    3.7(59 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Had high hopes TBH. There isn't enough Cambodian representation here and I was looking for some…read morecomfort food. Service was nice but the run down food hall ambiance was awkward. Anyway, the food is the most important Sach Ko Ang: It's deep fried which makes them dry and jerky like. Flavor was light and I was pretty sad about it Lort Cha: This was good enough. Not flavorful enough for me but the person eating with me has never had it and really enjoyed it so it's good that others can enjoy it. I really missed having this with some pickled Serrano peppers or something. Twa ko: This was also deep fried. The chew was a bit dense and dry but it wasn't too bad. To be honest it could have been fermented longer and had more seasoning inside the sausage. I missed the punch of galangal and the pungent flavor from fermentation. Overall I probably will never visit again but I enjoy that this place exists and some people can get introduced to Khmer cuisine.

    Just walking by after grocery shopping and came across this Thai & Cambodian stall in this food…read morecourt. The lady was friendly and professional offering a sample of Lort cha. I prefer the wife, rice noodle or Pad See-Ew, so that's what I ordered with beef. There are plenty of seats in the food court and in front of this Apsara stall. Clean tables and nice background music made the dinner unexpectedly enjoyable. The food came out quickly and was very tasty. I love the portion as well. Definitely, it's my new Pad See-Ew place to visit now.

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    Noodle Works  - Wonton

    Noodle Works

    4.0(106 reviews)
    17.8 mi

    First time. Service was responsive. Came to try the "Szechuan Boiled Fish," which is my fav…read more But actually, I tried the "Sliced Fish in Spicy Oil." Both are similar $26 fish soups. Should've done a side-by-side, but it was only me. Lol. The fish was exquisite. The heat was also good. This dish pairs really well with rice; I also enjoy taking the leftovers home, letting them sit overnight in the fridge, and enjoying with more rice. Mmm! But I am from out of town and was alone, so I ate it all there. They don't have WiFi, but there was some "guest Frontier" WiFi that was good for an hour. (And you can refresh it each hour.) Next time, I would try the "Szechuan Boiled Fish." Or if that's too much, the Mapo Tofu. The radio was playing like Christian soul; new to me, but as a Christian, I didn't mind. =) Oh, and in the pic I have my Kefir from Trader Joe's. I wanted something dairy to counter the heat, if needed. Mmm.

    Tried Noodle Works for the first time, after hearing about it on social media. I placed an online…read moreorder for the two chicken egg rolls, Spicy chili wontons, general Tso chicken and an order of fried rice flat noodles. All the food was on the expensive side, but I heard it was good, so I didn't mine. One of the first thing I noticed was the entrees do not come with rice. There is a $1 up charge for white rice and $3 for fried rice, $5 for noodles. I have never experienced a Chinese restaurant that charged for white rice with an entree (not even PF Chang). I arrived 10 minutes after the time I was told my food would be ready. I checked in at the register and was told it would be another 5 minutes. I was told to have a seat and wait. Since there is no place to sit when waiting for a take out order, I sat down in the closet booth next to the register. After about 1 minute, a very rude lady came over in broken English and screamed that I could not sit there. I told her I was waiting on a to-go order and she just kept screaming "you don't can sit there", so I got up and stood by the front door. If my food had not already been paid for, I would have left after that rude encounter. The ambiance of the restaurant is very strange as they had a boombox loudly playing 80s music. It was so load, I felt bad for the customers who were eating at there. No way you could enjoy siting there listening to the annoying loud music while you ate. About 5 minutes later (15 minutes past the time they originally told me it would be ready) my food was ready. The food did come out very hot. I retrieved my food and took it home to enjoy. Overall the food is very basic and not worth the elevated price. The egg rolls were over fried and greasy. The spicy wonton were very bland and not spicy at all. The general Tso chicken was not good. Very small pieces of chicken, over breaded and a bland sauce. Again not spicy at all. The fried flat rice noodles were the biggest disappointment. Mushy noodles that were all stuck together. Not good at all. Overall the Noodle Works was a big disappointment. There are so many better option in the area (Dragon House or the Wok). Do yourself a favor and skip the rude staff Noodle Works.

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    Chinchikurin

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    4.4(162 reviews)
    20.0 mi
    $$
    Casual dining
    Kid friendly

    Had our weekly date night here and we had a wonderful time!…read moreThe okonomiyaki were perfect. Perfect texture, perfect texture, perfect presentation. This meal reminded us of our past travels in Japan. I ordered the Hiroshima and my partner ordered the GOAM!, I would recommend both. The atmosphere was nicely dark, and the service was incredible. Very attentive and the server gave us a great explanation of the menu before we ordered.

    i guess i should have read the reviews before trying. i was just checking all the shops in this…read moremall. right after i saw the prices and the menu, i wanted to walk... should have trust my intuition. i had thought this was a okonomiyaki and noodles place. instead it is a okonomiyaki with noodles... as in noodles instead for regular flour paste for the base... never try it this way... and after trying this... i prefer the original flour base version better. too bad they dont even have that as an option in the menu... should have try the one with ground beef, that one looks like a quesadilla... -1 no option for regular version and it was just ok, sorry knew i wouldnt be a fan. end up with $22 for the loaded kaisen + asashi draft $8 + 5.50 tip ~15% total was close to 40. -1 for hitting $40 dollar... expensive for texas... this seems to be a date spot where 2 person share one okomiyaki... i power thru and man up to finish this thing.. i would say, you are paying for the atmosphere and novelty...

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    Wall Decor explaining Okinomiyaki Hiroshima Style.

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    Hong Yuan Dumplings & Noodles - Pig ear in chili oil

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    4.5(137 reviews)
    27.2 mi
    $$

    I have been wanting to try Hung Yuan for a while and I am glad I did! We stopped in and were…read moreseated right away and the server was friendly and patient with our questions. The restaurant itself is large and well laid out. We started with the Scallion Pancake Beef Role which was the best version of this dish I have had in a long time. Tender beef and fresh pancakes! Then we moved onto the Beef Soup with wide noodles. The soup was spiced perfectly and the noodles were just right. We finally finished up with the Kung Pao Shrimp which was delicious and expertly prepared. This place is great and I am already planning my next trip. Highly Reccommended!

    Came in here during valentines. Super busy but absolutely worth it. Service was good. And plates…read moreare generous. Pork and shrimp dumplings we got were super good. Very well seasoned. Everything fresh. And fxr The beef soup was rich and delicious. You can choose the size of your noodles which is good. The volcano noodles were not as hot as advertised but needless to say amazing. Overall great place, great vibes, and only negative comment is food comes out sporadically as they bring it out when ready. (Which I don't mind), but if you do mind just ask for it all together. Oh and no alcohol (i don't drink), but if you do unfortunately they don't serve it. Go try this place the dumplings and noodles are awesome!

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