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    Noodle Alley

    4.3 (342 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    how massive the braised beef short rib is
    Rosamond H.

    Husband and I came here for dinner and were excited to try their dishes. We love taiwanese food, as I grew up with it, so to find a place that served basically beef noodle soup close to us, we had to try it out! I ordered their most popular red braised beef short rib and honestly, it was a bit disappointing. The broth was very bland and I had to put more salt and some soy sauce in it to finish the dish. The meat itself was a mix between tender and dry. Surprised this is considered their most popular... My husband ordered their dan dan noodles with 1/2 spicy and he really enjoyed his dish, but the 1/2 spicy was still too spicy for him. We also ordered their spicy wonton and let's just say, we've had better. The appetizer came with 5 tiny pieces of wonton and again, the flavor is just not there. A bit disappointing to say the least. The only thing I liked was their cucumber salad, but that's a pretty basic appetizer that most taiwanese restaurants have. It's nice that it's complimentary, but that's about it. Overall, it was just an ok for me. We may be back to try something new, but for their most popular dish being meh to me, it's really up in the air. Restaurant had plenty of seats and was pretty clean. Servers were nice and attentive.

    Lunch Stir-Fry Noodle * with veggies & tofu
    Brittany B.

    This place is straight forward and delicious! You order everything from a QR code so you have minimal interaction with the staff. Which isn't totally a bad thing. I would definitely come back here for the noodles, and the chili oil which dent the dish to the moon! The boba milk tea was a little bit of a let down it wasn't cold and lacked real flavor.

    Dining area
    Joseph H.

    We've been here in the past and knew more or less what to expect. There was no line when we went on a Tuesday at 5pm. Ordering was easy and straightforward. It looked like they expanded their menu since the last time we ate here. We opted for a Shoyu Beef Ramen Soup and a Hot Pot Beef Noodle Soup. We grabbed our water cups and a carafe filled with iced water from their beverage fridge, and chose our table to sit at. We chose a location away from the front entrance, which faces west towards the sun. Our food was quickly brought out to us less than 5 minutes later, and our soups were very good. They have a very spicy broth for their Hot Pot Noodle Soup, which P2 really enjoyed. I was also happy with my shoyu ramen, which I thought was seasoned perfectly. The music here wasn't loud and it was easy to carry a conversation. The interior aesthetics of this place reminded me of a Japanese restaurant, despite this restaurant servicing Taiwanese fare. Unfortunately, they don't sell alcohol here. I would have loved to drink a beer here with its solid vibes. I took off a star because of the blinding sunlight that pours into the space. Each time we came, we had to be strategic on where we sat so that we or our friends didn't have to face the sun. But other than that, Noodly Alley continues to be a reliable choice for authentic Taiwanese food.

    Noodle soup

    This is stupidly spicy and half of the soup is grease The guy said it is mid spicy and noooo As a mexican I can say what is spicy. But this looks like a mix of siracha sauce and water with some noodles. When I asked why is this level he just laughs

    Shoyu Ramen* w beef
    Lauren R.

    The first time I went, this was so good...but I've come back a twice in the last two months and the same ramen was watered down and bland. I figured one time was an off-day, but twice in a row of not being worth the cost leads me elsewhere.

    Red Braised Beef Short Rib Noodle
    Kimberly H.

    I've gotten the Red Braised Beef Short Rib Noodle twice now for take out. The meat is tasty and tender. I will say they used spinach instead of bok choy for the vegetable but I was ok with that. The service is super fast, too. They provide a spicy chili sauce and vinegary soy sauce if you need an extra kick of spice or flavor.

    Minced pork noodle, Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken*
    Jenn M.

    I often crave Taiwanese tea house food, but have not been successful in finding any great places in this area yet. Noodle Alley was recommended by several of my family members and friends and we finally were able to try it. My family of four and I ordered several dishes, none were astounding, most were overly salty for my taste. I love the popcorn chicken with just salt and pepper and basil, this fell short of that--small pieces of chicken that lacked flavor and came with a spicy mayo dipping sauce. My families dishes (Dan Dan noodles, hot pot soup...all seemed to be too salty. Price was reasonable and they offer self-serve orange slices and pickled cucumbers (cucumbers were our favorite...just the right amount of tartness and crunch!) Probably won't return as it is a bit out of the way for us.

    Steamed Pork Soup Dumplings*

    soup dumplings were definitely the highlight. The wrappers were the perfect thickness--strong enough not to break when picked up, but still delicate. They came out piping hot with a great amount of savory broth inside. Be sure to pair them with the dark vinegar and chili oil from their great sauce selection!The Spicy Beef Noodles were also a hit. The noodles had an excellent, chewy texture, and the broth had a perfect, spicy chili oil kick without being overpowering. The fresh greens on top added a nice brightness.The only slight letdown was the side of fried rice, which felt a bit dry and ordinary compared to how fresh the noodles and dumplings were.Overall, it's a casual, straightforward spot with fast service. Stick to the handmade noodles and dumplings, and you won't be disappointed! I will definitely be back when the craving hits.

    Juanita A.

    This is the second time I visit this location and every time it's been very pleasant, the food was delicious I recommend the soyu soup & the brisket steamed buns. Last time I tried their milk tea with boba but this time I got the green tea w passion fruit flavor & coconut jelly boba and it was my favorite. Very nice staff and attentive service, the ambiance is relaxing, clean and very on theme

    Beef is so tender.
    Emily K.

    We had Red braised beef short rib noodle, Shrimp and pork wonton chilly sauce and Steamed pork soup dumpling. The beef short rib is so tender and juicy, and the meat falls right off the bone effortlessly. The broth is also very rich and savory. Definitely recommend. Shrimp and pork wonton chili sauce is pretty decent too, but I personally liked the soup dumpling better. The flavor of the soup and the filling was perfectly balanced.

    Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken*
    Blaise B.

    Wooooow. The food here was phenomenal. The portions are so large we definitely over bought. It's more self serve/order but the service was still great if you need anything additional. Really loved the self serve marinated cucumbers, add a lil soy sauce and its *chefs kiss*... we may have cleared them out

    Heather B.

    We really enjoy eating here. The soup dumplings are phenomenal--very favorable and soft. The flavor is always spot on. Also, the steam buns are always filled well and very tasty. Service has been great. The servers are attentive, polite, and informative about the menu.

    Justin M.

    For the last 10 years or so Ramen has seen a meteoric rise in popularity, thus there are many levels of quality to be found in all the popup restaurants. So, what are some characteristics that determine a good vs great experience? I submit that the quality of broth, the meat, and of course the noodles are the most common features with a number of options also deserving of consideration. One of my criteria are freshly made noodles so after diligently searching I finally decided on Noodle Alley. Located off of Highway 183 in a small shop by Walmart, Noodle Alley is in a safe part of town with plenty of parking. The restaurant is very clean while showing plenty of bamboo furniture and fixtures. The place is small in a quaint way but a little too sterile and new in my opinion. The staff is friendly and more than willing to help, although my visit showed that I had to order at the front then food would and drinks would be brought out. For my first appetizer I ordered the Taiwanese popcorn chicken. It was ok however my mind was expecting Karaage which is Japanese. It was fried perfectly however the sauce was a little... forgettable. The fried spring rolls were serviceable and crunchy but I felt it was the exact same rolls I'd get anywhere else; take that however you like. I'd like to point out I love Dim Sum and one of the most popular Dim Sum items are soup dumplings. Having just ate Dim Sum I was anxious to eat it again. I got the dumplings and it was a real let down. The flavors were off as the pork had no flavor, I couldn't tell if there was any ginger and no white pepper. Next there was almost no soup in the pastry. To those who don't know soup dumplings actually have a small amount of soup in them and this version had very little. I didn't care for them. For the main course my girlfriend got the stir-fry noodles and I'm here to tell you WOW! The flavors reminded me of Beef Chow Fun; smoky, perfectly cooked beef toothsome noodles with some veggies, although I wish they had been sprouts in it. If there's one dish to get here, this is it. I got the Shoyu Shrimp Ramen and it didn't exactly hit all notes. The broth was extremely bland, lacking depth as it should have 3 layers; soup, tare and fats while this just tasted like broth even though they claimed soy was infused. That said the house made noodles were perfectly cooked and carried the dish. After having the beef in the stir fry, I wish I would have ordered that protein instead of shrimp as it didn't pop right. However, that's my fault ordering shrimp in a beef broth dish. Overall, I found the experience subpar, a run of the mill ramen experience. While I was eating, I found my time lackluster and after having time to "digest" my experience weeks later, I stand by my claim it wasn't great. The highlights are definitely the home-made noodles, the beef and the stirfry. Stop by if you have a hankering and area a Ramen novice.

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