Great customer service and the music is so so relaxing! The Chinese donut comes with a wonderful broth for dipping which happens to complement it perfectly. The decor is great, and the parking lot looks small but there are spots! read more

Mi La Cay - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place was great. 10 years ago. My family & I would come here 1-2 times a month just to get the "mi bo satay" (spicy satay beef noodle) or the "mi vit tiem" (duck noodle soup). We stopped coming due to the service. Curious as to whether or not the food is still good, we stopped by for lunch last weekend. Unfortunately, this trip will probably be the last time we'll ever step foot into this establishment. The spicy satay beef noodle was mediocre at best. The sauce was lacking ...something. It's hard to explain, but it just didn't have the same depth as other places. The duck noodle soup? Wrong. Wrong. Wrong. Understand that there are 2 types of duck noodle soup -- the one with "vit quay" (roasted duck) vs. the one with "vit tiem" (herb-y & earthy). The broth for each dish SHOULD BE completely different. And yet here ...they're the same? The broth came out yellowish clear...same color as chicken pho broth. What happened?! Where's my anise? My cloves? My five spice? The broth should be brown. Murky even. "Meh. I've experienced (much much) better." Sorry Mi La Cay. I'm crossing you off. read more

5 stars for service and noodle quality. The texture are really great for egg noodle. If you order soup separate, the bowl of soup taste like chicken Coconut. Extra star for the waiter saw my kid, they will bring separate bowl with a pair of scissor without my request. This place is a little gem for me read more

Years ago, my aunty usually came here once a week, in fact she still knows the owner (a nice lady too). I ordered the Seafood Egg Noodles Soup...good stuff! Love the noodles! So soft and chewy. Lots of shrimp, fishballs...love love the broth! Portion wise, it's a very big bowl, so you have to be super hungry if you come in here. They have their own parking lot so no need to lug your quarters down here. read more

This shabby little place offered no service to speak of, we were largely ignored by a grumpy older man. They also charged way too much for cafeteria quality Americanized Asian food. I won't be returning. read more

Customer service sucks, attitude bad. Got 4 tables and forgot 1. Server need to get fired

I was pretty underwhelmed when my bowl came out. I ordered a mi vit quay (wonton noodles with BBQ duck). It was just a good handful of noodles that weren't very fresh. I could tell the noodles were sitting in a bowl for a while before the soup was poured in because the noodles were so hard and difficult to separate. They threw a few (very few) pieces of lettuce with green onions on top, and then the BBQ duck, and called it good. I wish there were some more fixings... Like at least some bean sprouts?? My bowl looked pretty sad, but at least the flavor was decent. read more

So I was in the neighborhood and had a craving for some noodle soup and it's been almost 5 year since I've been back to the place. Glad to report, nothing much as change. Not even the 80's decor. Service is prompt and food comes out really fast. There isn't much socializing with the waiter/waitress though. It's more of a fast food noodle restaurant. You're in, you're seated, given a menu, order and a few mins later, your food comes, you eat and off you go. That being said, the food is every bit as good now as I remembered it. The Roasted Peking Duck and the Fried Chicken Noodle soup is recommended. The Che Ba Mau (literal translation - 3 colored Dessert) is also worth trying. It's one of the best in town. Make sure you order this last because if you order it with your meal at the beginning, this is usually the first item that comes to you table. Which is not a bad thing but for those who want to have a "proper" meal (entree followed by dessert), order it after you've finished your noodle soup. Prices here are on par with other Pho Noodle Restaurants. $7 gets you a large bowl, $3.50 for the dessert. read more

No, don't go here. Walked in and realized we weren't where we intended, but sat down and ordered anyways. I had the barbecue pork and fried chicken with rice, my friend had some chow foon. Shared a bowl of won ton soup. The chicken was bland and oily, the pork was dry and possibly the most flavorless piece of pork I've ever eaten. Neither were anything more than lukewarm. Sides were some dried out old steamed white rice that had to be at least a day old, with raw cucumber and tomato slices. I tried my friend's chow foon and it was barely edible - slimy and drenched in oily fat, like it had been fried in a pan used to fry meat several times before. Not in a good fat-drippings kind of way, but in a rank old grease kind of way. The won ton soup was the only thing that wasn't disgusting, but only by comparison - anywhere else and it would have been a major disappointment. With so many good Vietnamese restaurants in the city I can't imagine why this place is still open. My friend's take was that this was the worst food he'd eaten in as long as he could remember. read more

Been coming as a kid and will continue to come. Egg noodle soup is perfectly cooked and very authentic. Would recommend the house special or duck egg noodle soup. read more

Oi this place is good. Their special noodle soup with the Chicken is great! Very clean tasting soup and delicious egg noodles. I haven't had the donuts in a looong time either, so it's a nice touch. The servers are surprisingly friendly. New to Seattle, I went to this place two weeks in a row (I had to bring my girlfriend here). Only problem for me is that it's in a tight corner and doesn't have much for parking, but DELICIOUS food! Well wurf it! read more

My family has been eating here since I was 8 and I've always liked it here. I used to order like a normal bowl of soup but a couple years ago I would get dry noodles with the soup on the side. I prefer it that way because the lettuce doesn't get soggy in my bowl. Also if I order the special that comes with the fried shrimp, I don't like that getting soggy either. Their fried chicken (appetizer) isnt that great, they're a little dry. I just wish the place could be a little cleaner and/or more updated. The only thing that has changed since 2001 was their menu lol. read more

Mi La Cay - Mi xa xiu - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was craving pho and ordered something similar, a seafood noodle soup, for pickup through this app! Can't say what I got was exactly pho, but it was an interesting variation bursting with natural savory flavors. That's real food for you. Instead of a barrage of Thai basil, the soup came with super fresh, finely sliced chives and green onions, plus a yummy sambal-esque sauce and crispy jalapenos for spice. I've ordered takeaway pho at other places in Seattle before, and never has it been as hot, filling, and delicious as this random item I picked off the menu here. When I went to pick up, the hostess greeted me with pleasant smiles all around and a complimentary rambutan. Cuz why not, when you have box of rambutans lying around the restaurant? :D The interiors looked relaxing as well, so I'm definitely dining in next time. read more

Situated on Ranier near Goodwill. This is one of the few restaurants that houses its own parking lot. The food is terrific for a comfort homestyle feel. I will always get their signature egg noodles, fried chicken and soup on the side. Always order the fried donut and side of chinese sausage. Service is decent and pricing is very affordable and fullfilling! read more

Been here a few times during my lunch breaks. Very typical Vietnamese restaurant specializing in Chinese style noodle dishes. Don't expect your Pho or Bun Bo Hue here, nah...most of their dishes involve egg noodles. Think of your standard wonton yellow egg noodles but with thicker and crunchier consistency. I generally go with the fish ball/fish cake egg noodles or the fried chicken noodles. You can have the broth and noodles together or broth on the side. The broth is very mild and not overpowering at all. You can tell that lots of chicken carcasses is used as the main broth ingredient. I'm a big eater and their regular sized bowls are too small for my appetite so definitely go with large if you're a hearty eater like me. Service is generally pretty quick but once I had to wait 20 minutes before I received my order. I guess the waiter forgot to put in my order. Overall, if you need a quick soup fix while not craving for pho or wonton noodles then this is a good option. Amble parking is a plus too. read more

Great Vietnamese noodles here at great prices. Sometimes I'll get tired of pho (imagine that hehe) and go here for noodle souple. I like their egg noodle soup with pork, duck and shrimp. Yummo! The prices here are very reasonable. There's some parking available and this place is a good option if you want to go to Chinatown but don't realy want to go to Chinatown (or the International District). read more

Disappointed in the fresh spring rolls, not traditional what so ever. It was mainly just lettuce, barely any vermicelli noodles and only had shrimp. What happened to the pork. At least their egg noodles are still good. But prices have increased and slightly expensive I thought for Asian food, especially when service & decor isn't so good read more

I love mi la cay!! I used to frequent this place a lot as a kid so it makes me happy knowing that they are still open in business till this day with the same familiar faces. They are well known for their egg noodles so I never stray away from ordering them. A favorite of mine would be the mi xa xiu kho which is the egg noodles dry style with bbq pork. To be honest their bbq pork isn't really your traditional bbq pork like char siu but rather roasted pork. Their noodles are always cooked perfectly and are always chewy in a good way and when you get it dry style it is lightly tossed in oyster sauce. The accompanying soup is very light and fulfilling and always full of green onions, my fav! Prices are definitely higher than most Asian places considering it's not so stellar service and not so stellar decor. However I am always happy to support local businesses especially ones that bring back good childhood memories (I'm corny, I know). read more

Great spot for noodle soup. I especially like the wonton noodle soup, N10 and the crispy duck soup. They'll let you get soup separated from the noodles and meat so I would definitely recommend that. You can also select any type of noodle you want with each soup. They have thin and wide egg and rice noodles. Overall good and attentive service and consistent quality. read more

I used to come here after church with grandparents all the time when I was younger. Their special bowl of wonton noodle soup. It's filling and hearty. I have tried ordering other things here and don't really like anything as much as I do this one dish. It's the only thing I come here for anymore. Service-3/5 Cleanliness 3/5 Soup-5/5 :) read more

Love love this plc...come here every chance I get when im in seattle..after a nite of partying,this is the plc for the cure.so far all the mi la cay I've had is good..seafood combo that consist of squid,shrimp,and meatball..combination of pork,chicken and fried shrimp mi la cay are all soo good...serve with soup on the side,just add jalapeno and its perfection!! read more

Mi La Cay - Pork,chicken and fried shrimp combo - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Noodle = 4 stars Toppings = 2 stars Service = 1 star We ordered the house special, a wonton, a bbq pork. All were just so so. Fried chicken as part of house special was so dry and old. Wouldn't come back as we had much better. read more

I found a piece of broken sharp plastic in my mouth doing eat my noodle soap. I want health inspection to inspect this area Mi La Cay for food that they serve To customer. Also for area not clean are in bathroom, kitchen. When was last time This inspected. Be care what u put in your mouth. read more

There were no white people here... well, except for me. That is always a good sign right of the bat! I had the veggie/tofu egg noodle soup and it was chalk full of bok choy, broccoli and fried tofu. The broth was good but could have used a bit more flavor... mushrooms perhaps. I added my own kick and that helped. It was super yummy and super cheap and everything under the Vietnamese sun was on the menu. My only criticism is that the place sure could have used a dusting. It was a bit dir tay. read more

I've been going here since I was a child and it still tastes the same! I have only eaten the soup items and there always hit right on the spot. The rest of the menu looks good too, but I love the Wonton soup. Busy times are usually lunch on the weekends and dinner. Parking lot is tiny and spots are awkward. I recommend parking on the street unless you like door-dings or watching your car while you eat. Staff is friendly but usually not fluent in english so be patient and speak slow and clear ;) If you want to try something different, there is Vietnamese style beef jerky at the register for sale. Really tasty and spicy! read more

Nice restaurant with authentic Vietnamese-Chinese food and great service. My family have been going here for over 30 years. Our favorite go-to dishes are the House Noodle Soup & Duck Noodle Soup. read more

Craving a bowl right now as we speak. Honestly, have been coming here for years until I moved in 2008. But whenever I am in town, I must stop by and dine here. Mi La Cay warms you up from a brisky day outside, especially when it's sprinkling. Their dishes are satisfying, notably the egg noodle soups. The broth is so delicious, the meat is juicy. You have your House Noodle Soup, BBQ Pork Noodle Soup or BBQ Duck Noodle Soup all with a whole fried shrimp. It's not a sleazy fried pancake with a 1.5 inch baby shrimp. Always order a side of the Chinese Domu/ Doughnuts/ Breadstick to go with your noodle soup. And why not grab an italian soda or che ba mau while you're at it. The service is welcoming and friendly. Good for groups, great for to-go orders. Who cares about the decor? You are at a restaurant for god sakes, it's all about the food. And Mi La Cay triumphs all restaurants that serve egg noodle dishes in California, especially in Little Saigon. read more

I am not a noodle lover but I love this noodle place. One of the best noodle restaurant I know in Seattle. Though, i would say that they could decorate their restaurant a bit better. They recently changed their tea cups and it is now much cleaner, which we really appreciate. I am not sure what kind of hot tea they use but it is super good and it smells real nice. I love the bbq duck noodle best. I would suggest you to have the soup on the side. It tends to ruin the taste of the noodle when it comes together. read more

Mi La Cay - the BBQ duck egg noodle with soup on the side - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Mi La Cay has always been my go-to noodle house since CHILDHOOD. I've loved them since they were at their old location and am just as satisfied when they relocated. The staff are always hard at work to make sure you're pleased. Noodles and soup are always on point! read more

Mi La Cay - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

See all

This place gets 5 stars! For excellent, prompt service and noodle soups that have the right ingredients that meld together. Today I had their house noodle soup and I got to choose the type of noodle. I've eaten at many noodle houses in the area of Seattle, Renton, Redmond, etc. This restaurant surpasses all of them. I plan to return regularly so I can try all of their different dishes! read more

Mi La Cay - House special rice noodle soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Mi La Cay.. Tree leaf noodle..tree noodle. Ok, my Vietnamese isn't spectacular but I've been trying to figure out the name for the past 20 years. I think this place has been around for at least 20 plus years! So yes, the decor matches it's age, but why change a good thing! The food here has always been consistent since the first day they opened. The decor has also been consistent since the first day they opened. J/K. All kidding aside, Mi La Cay offers an array of provincial Vietnamese broth dishes that will be sure to tickle your tongue. My favorite here is the "Mi Thit Vit Quay" ordered dry. Otherwise known as Roasted Duck noodles. If you order anything Dry, a bowl of clear broth comes on the side, otherwise a regular bowl comes full of broth and full of food. The noodles are cooked just right here. Blended ingredients taste spectacular. Order your noodle dish, mix in some chili sauce and enjoy. This has been a family favorite for years. read more

If you love ramen or just noodles soup in general then this place is the place to go to. It's a hole in the wall place, quick service, and cheap. The broth is decent not too bland or too salty. I really like that they have the hot chilly oil and jalapeno in vinegar, goes perfect with the Mi La cay. I've only tried the Mi La cay so cannot comment on other dishes. Place is a bit dirty, server can be a bit cold but quick service. Good place to go to when you're craving for some hot noodles soup! read more

Amazing service, food, etc I love this place. Been coming here since the old location and the quality is still amazing. The waitress is super friendly, always smiling and the seafood chow fun is my go to order. read more

3.5 Stars I've heard great things about this place from my friends, so I set the bars a little high. It was ALRIGHT. It could be the lack of customer service that really threw me off. (It was in the afternoon around 2) The place wasn't the tidiest, a couple of the cups of water had coffee (?) stains on the cup. I refused to drink it. We also ordered drinks, Strawberry Chaan (lemonade), Thai Tea, and Sodas. We got the other two first, and the sodas after we got our meal? We had to remind them. We ordered the House Special Noodle Soup with the soup on the side, and the BBQ Duck Noodle Soup with Soup on the side. And TONS of Chinese Doughnuts. You have an option of getting either egg noodles or rice noodles, figured to go with the "favorite/default" I chose the egg noodles. House Special had Fried Shrimp, Chicken, and Pork slices. I thought the noodles could use a little flavor, and looked a bit greasy, but eating it and then dunking the Chinese doughnut in the soup and sipping was actually pretty delish. BBQ duck, is the same just BBQ duck instead as the meat. It wasnt too salty, so it suited the flavor mix. I love, love, LOVE Chinese doughnuts. For those who doesn't know, its a type of fried/baked bread. DELISH. Any place with these deserves an extra star from me. read more

Been awhile since I last came here. Looks like they updated their decor a little bit(new tables and fresh paint around). I came here hungry and had the Mi La Cay Dac Biet large. My order came out and it was HUGE! I didn't even finish my meal. Best value for the price. Looking forward to coming back to try out other things on the menu. read more

Mi La Cay - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We picked up a wonton egg noodle soup to go with a side of the duck leg. I called to order and my husband picked up without any problems. The wontons weren't very good. The egg noodle and broth is okay. Not the best but not bad. But the duck leg here is THE BEST! The skin is so crispy even as a take-out order. And there is NO fat to pick out from under the skin. I wonder if you can just order a roast duck here :) read more

This is my second time here and I love the noodle dish and the flavor of the broth is on point. I definitely recommend coming to this place if you want to eat noodle. The noodle here is like pho but with a different twist. read more

Mi La Cay - N1 house noodle - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

N7 is where its at!! I have been here 4 times in 6 days and it gets better every time! Order the duck noodle soup with egg noodles, you will thank me later! read more

A favorite for many years, this place has the best noodle broth soup as well as other authentic Vietnamese dishes that are pretty tasty . My favorites are Mi La Cay special noodle, Mi Viet Tim (duck soup with noodle), seafood chow neon, fried rice just to make a few. The menu offers so much variety that I haven't tried them on. The owner Trunk is a tiny bubbly lady that greets her customer with a friendly smile and cheerful attitude. This place offers dine in and is usually busy during lunch hours. Ample parking in front and nearby. Don't forget to order the Vietnamese coffee to wash down your meal. Some of the noodle soups on the menu can be ordered with either egg noodle or rice noodles. I usually order it in the dry version because I like it more flavorful with their oyster sauce on the noodles and order a side of soup broth. Definitely a must try if you happen to be visiting Seattle's Chinatown district. read more

My uncle came to Washington about 14 years ago. The only thing he misses the most is this restaurant. But be aware they are understaff all the time and phone order may not be processed until you are there read more