the khao soi was sooo yummy i loveddd it. noodles were very qq. only note is that the chicken was a little bit dry so i'd recommend trying tofu the see yew was really tasty too and not too salty i wasn't the biggest fan of the pad thai tho bc it was kinda soggy read more

Noodlehead - khao soi, see yew, pad thai, street noodle #2 - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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When we visit our daughter, Noodlehead is a must-visit spot. On 5 prior occasions it's been great. This time, at lunch, they were off their game. Service was efficient but brusque/distracted. My noodles were dry and bland, and quantity was about 70 percent of normal. The other 5 at the table also felt their food was just alright. I'm please they take cards now: the cash-only model was suboptimal. And, the bring-your-own drinks approach is excellent. Overall, I'm a fan and will go back. But, this visit was just three stars. read more

This place is so good. There are a lot of restaurants in this area and to go more than 1-2 times means something. This is my second time and I will say that the spice is what I crave. First time I had Thai Fried Rice, level 3 spice, and it was great. This time I got Basil Fried Rice, spice level 3. Next time I come I want to go level 4 for spice. I want to rave about the service: it is perfect. Attentive, personable, but not hovering. Ambiance is a little loud but you can carry on a conversation. read more

Noodlehead - kapow basil - chicken fried rice - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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First visit was in March. Second visit the beginning of May. Inside dining area has a country charm with wooden tables, booths, chairs and even a wooden accent wall. Front is full windows that face Highland Ave. Very busy on a Friday evening. The waitress was very kind and helpful. Service with a smile. First time I ordered the Chu Chee Curry Fried Chicken and loved every bite. Second time I ordered Khao Soi and it's equal delicious. Although, this one come with grilled chicken. I think I liked their Thai fried chicken better than the grilled chicken. Next time I need to try this dish with rice noodles as our waitress said it soaks up the curry better than the regular noodles do. read more

Noodlehead - Menu - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Noodlehead is a must visit spot whose casual, energetic vibe reflects the deliciousness that awaits you once you take your seat. I visited here on a weeknight and the place was POPPIN!! Despite the restaurant being filled with a beautiful mix of diners from seemingly all walks of life. The waiter was animated and helpful with deciding on which appetizers to choose. We opted for the pork dumplings (went with fried cause we were going "light" with the buns, lol) and the pulled pork steam buns. The dumplings were perfectly fried, bites of well flavored pork and the soy-based dipping sauce offer the needed salty contrast. The buns. Ohhhh the buns. Pillowy soft, perfectly sized for a handheld bite and filled with the most unctuous pulled pork. It didn't hurt that it had a schmear of a slightly tangy mayo-based sauce and crisp cukes for contrast. 11 out of 10. For entrees, we went with the Love Boat "Noodlehead Style" which is one of the best noodle-based soups that have ever graced my lips. Thin rice noodles were bathing in an uber-flavorful, soy-centric broth that had strips (can also choose cubes) of perfectly cooked beef and a smattering of thinly sliced Chinese broccoli, cilantro and Thai basil. Topped with fried wonton crisps. Just. Perfect. The second entree we went with was the Street Noodle #1 which came with thicker egg noodles that were enrobbed in a tamarind-centric sauce and topped with fresh cilantro and thin and crisp fried chicken breast. All in all a solid dish, especially if you like your entrees on the more sweet/tangy side. Though it says they accept cash-only they must have recently changed this since cards they indeed accept (but they do have an ATM inside too). Noodlehead. I reallllyy wish you weren't ~5 hours away because you'd be a staple part of my restie rotation, especially when I was craving a big bowl of Thai penicillin. Go here. Soon. You won't regret it. read more

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Now I know why this is on every Pittsburgh Food reviewers list of best places in the city! Noodlehead has been on my list to try for a long time and I finally made there for lunch while my car was getting worked on. The vibes are very cozy inside and my server was such a sweetie and helped talk through the menu with me. Everything sounded so good, it was hard to make a decision. I ultimately landed on the crab rangoons to start and the pad thai with thai fried chicken for my main. The rangoons were very good and I loved the sauce they came with. The star of the show was the main course and the crispy chicken was the best move. Will 100% be back to try more of the menu! read more

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The. Best. Thai. Food. In. Pittsburgh. You have to order the Chiang mai curry. But you cannot go wrong with literally anything on the menu, and trust me I've tried it all. They are no longer cash only, but they are still byob! Perfect. Also super well priced. read more

Noodlehead - Chiang mai curry tofu - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Has nice ambience here! The sausage has a strong lemongrass flavor, quite flavorful. The chive cake was good but somewhat over-fried so the outside does not really have flavor and is just fried/crispy. Nam khao is yummy, could be crispier. I liked how scoop shaped the lettuce was, made it much easier to make wraps. I also got the street noodle #2 which had some yummy shrimp in it but it was overall too sweet in my opinion. The sukothai was also way too sweet. Overall I feel like the apps were great but the entrees were too sweet for my liking and kind of ruined the dishes I'd say. read more

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Came to Noodlehead. It's been a couple of years but I am glad to see they now take card there. The ambiance is nice and chill which makes this spot good for a casual catchup with friends. I got the curry with fried shrimp. I really liked how crispy the shrimp was on the side but the curry itself was a bit too spicy for my liking, even though I requested mild. read more

Noodlehead - Chiang Mai Curry with Crispy Shrimp - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Delicious spot, it's the top Thai restaurant for good reason! Unbeatable prices for great portion and quality plates, the crispy Thai chicken was a must try, and the Khao Soi had a delicious coconut broth with crispy noodles. The level 2 spice was perfect for a hint of heat, but as a spice lover, level 3 would be my pick. Frankly you can't go wrong with anything here, and the ambiance is cozy and warm, service was great and very quick, be ready to wait on weekends but trust me, it's worth it! read more

Noodlehead - Khao Soi Thai Fried Chicken Kee Mao CHICKEN - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Love everything about this place! Cozy, inviting ambiance full of beautiful plants. Add to it the friendly servers and of course yummy delicious authentic Thai food. read more

Noodlehead is our go-to spot when we're too lazy to cook--but still want to eat like champs. Tucked away on Highland Ave in Shadyside, this place never lets us down. Our ritual: grab a bottle of wine (yes, it's BYOB with a cheap corkage fee), order the pork steam buns (because obviously), and dive into some spicy noodle goodness. My personal favorite? Street Noodle #2, spicy level 3--just enough to clear your sinuses but not destroy your soul. You can go from 1 (mild) to 5 (fire-breathing dragon), so choose your adventure wisely. The Pad Thai with your choice of protein is another solid choice when you're feeling classic but still want a flavor punch. Pro tips: Cash only--so don't roll up with just plastic. Wait times are usually under 25 minutes, unless the entire city of Pittsburgh also didn't feel like cooking that night. The plant situation at the entrance? Adorable. Like walking into a noodle-filled jungle. All in all, Noodlehead is affordable, delicious, and just hip enough to make you feel like you've got good taste--but not so hip that you have to pretend to understand the menu. read more

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Great Thai takeout! Can't go wrong with their pad Thai -- and it's even better reheated the next day. Solid portion sizes, and friendly staff. I like that they don't put sauce on the fried chicken for the takeaway, so it is still crispy when I get home. There is plenty of sauce on the dish to mix it up though. I like spice, but I stick to the lowest spice rating. The sticky rice custard dessert is delish! Not super sweet, which was perfect. read more

Noodlehead - Sticky Rice Thai Custard - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Definitely a popular spot, so expect a bit of a wait before being seated, but totally worth it. This place is a step up from your typical neighborhood Thai spots, as their menu also includes traditional Thai dishes. I love the cozy atmosphere with their plants. Appetizers: Chive cakes - perfectly crisp on the outside, soft and savory on the inside. They came out piping hot, clearly freshly made. Main Dish: I ordered the duck noodle soup. There were so many noodles -- it honestly felt endless (not complaining!). The duck was fall-off-the-bone tender and came as a whole thigh. I have also tried the love boat (thin rice noodles, thinly sliced beef, and beef meatballs). What's cool is that you can choose for it to be served authentic Thai style (a more rich/flavorful broth and garishned with crispy pork rinds) or original noodlehouse style. Drinks: We got the lemongrass honey iced tea, which was super refreshing -- and bonus: it comes with one free refill! Also tried the Thai tea, which had great flavor without being overly sweet. read more

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Let's just say this: a slice of chicken fell on the table, and I picked it up and ate it. That good. Reasonable price too. Also, if the manager is reading this, give Ryan (our waiter) a raise! read more

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Went in with high expectations and Noodlehead food exceeded them! The basil fried rice with chicken was outstanding. It is served with a fried egg on top. The massaman curry with chicken was the best my date has ever had. We went during the week for lunch and arrived when they opened at noon. The place does a bustling lunch business. $15 for each of these lunches and portions were large. Service was attentive and we left very happy! read more

Noodlehead - Khao massaman curry - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I've been coming here since I went to college at Pitt. They have the expanded the menu since then, and they take credit card as well. They don't take reservations and won't seat you until the entire party arrives. Highly recommend. Some of the best Thai food in Pittsburgh. Parking can be a little tricky in the area. read more

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Wow. Some of the best if not the best curry in Pittsburgh. We showed up at 5:30 on a Friday right before the rush and were sat immediately. We ordered Crab Rangoons that were light and delicious. The other stand out was the pork skewers. For dinner we had three curries, but the stand out was the Mai Tai get that one. We had it at 2 and it was plenty spicy. In fact, the curry was sooo good we poured it over the left overs and took it home. Not surprising we will be back. read more

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I got the pad thai and the pork bun. Both very tasty!! Would come back for other food read more

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Already dying to go back! My sister in law who is vegan took me there for dinner, and it was so good! I told the waitress a little about what I liked and then told her to just go ahead and surprise me! I got the Khao Soi with chicken! The portions were large, so I was able to take some home with me as well! Definitely a cute little spot! read more

Noodlehead - Chiang Mai Curry - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Second time at Noodlehead. For our apps, we went with the pork bao buns and the veggie curry puffs. The bao buns are good, but I think the veggie curry puffs stole the show. Great flavor. For my entree, I ordered the khao soi with crispy chicken. Great dish, loads of flavor. I probably wouldn't recommend the crispy chicken with this dish though. Overall, never disappointed at Noodlehead. Can't wait to come back again. read more

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Popular spot - stopped by at 2:30 for lunch and they were packed. Very young crowd, they should run a hhr - would be fun with the upbeat ambiance. Solid Thai dishes - no complaints, good portions esp the noodles. Loved the lemongrass tea too. read more

Noodlehead - Seafood glass noodle - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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AMAZING!!! Fantastic price, love the BYOB model, so many options, staff is great, ambiance is date vibe and so nice, and the food is delicious. Highly recommend everyone to check this out and the menu changes every few months so there's always something new to try. We both did the pad sew and crab rangoons which were super tasty. 5/5 read more

Noodlehead - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Met a friend for lunch and my first Thai food since moving to Pittsburgh. What a great casual spot for lunch or dinner with a variety of tables inside and outside. The khao massaman curry was tasty and filling. Service was quick, too. read more

Noodlehead - Khao massaman curry - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Appetizers were good. We did not like one our meals and when we told our server they assumed we just said it later to get a refund when we never asked for a refund. I would come back and try a different entree read more

Noodlehead - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I'm absolutely thrilled that Noodlehead got some new menu items and takes credit card now!! Your whole party has to be there before you can be seated. We all got there shortly after 6pm and it soon got very packed after we got seated. There's plenty of seating inside and it's good for groups of 2-6 people I would say. The inside was incredibly dark, like I have a hard time reading the menu or seeing what my food actually looks like dark. Our food came out incredibly quickly and it was delicious and reasonably priced. read more

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Delicious food and great service! Flavor was great and they were able to make it gluten free without any issues! read more

Noodlehead - kee mao chicken - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

As evident by my photos, I've been coming to Noodlehead for over 7 years! It's wild even for me to think about. It's wilder to know that they now accept credit cards! I know, I never thought I'd see this day come...*sheds tear of joy* The good thing is that the food, taste and quality have remained. They've even added some new tasty items to the menu. I recently tried the chive cakes as enjoyed them. While the price has increased from like $10 to $14 for entrees (yup it was inevitable), I'm happy to report that it's still worth it. And still BYOB. The staff is always friendly, patient with inconsiderate patrons, and helpful. Come here for lunch on a weekday; it's quiet and chill. Come after 5pm on a weekend, it's loud and busy. You'll probably wait at least 30 minutes even for two. read more

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Crab rangoons were delicious. The pad see ew was nice as well. Food - 4/5 Service was minimal. Could have been better - 2/5 read more

I love noodlehead! Service is fast and kind. I have loved the pad see yew and the khao soy. Thai iced tea is so good here. Can be hard to get a spot but always worth it! read more

I stopped into Noodlehead for a quick lunch during my workday, and I am so glad I did. I apparently was in a porky mood, as I ordered both the pork skewers and pork belly steamed buns. Both were phenomenal. The pork skewers were cooked perfectly, and the sweet chili sauce was an excellent pairing. The pork buns were juicy with a hint of sweetness mixed in with the savory. My waitress was attentive and kind and checked in with me regularly. Though it was busy for lunch, I found that the noise level was fine to get a bit of work done while I ate. I will definitely be adding this to my list of lunch spots! read more

Noodlehead - Pulled Pork Belly Steam Buns - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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One of my partner and I's favorite spots! Noodlehead never lets us down. I've tried all of their snack plates and every one of them has been delicious. The duck noodle soup is absolutely a stand out, I always find myself craving it.:) Such a warm, welcoming and cozy place to grab a bite. All of the servers and staff I have encountered here have been kind and lovely. Thank you Noodlehead!!! read more

Noodlehead - pulled pork belly steam buns, shrimp in a blanket - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Noodle head has some of the best Thai food x I absolutely love their noodles and their tofu is delish. Their food has so much flavor in every bite. I could eat here everyday. This place is always busy no matter what day you go on. So good! read more

Noodlehead - See Yew CHICKEN - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Food is amazing! Got the crab Rangoon, street noodle #2, and kapow fried rice w tofu. Was reasonably priced and service was great. Would recommend! read more

Noodlehead - crab rangoon - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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This place is so good! Super cute inside with lots of plants. Staff were super friendly even when it was busy. They can make most things gluten free and it still had such good flavor you wouldn't even know it was gluten free. The pad Thai, pad see ew and yellow curry are all amazing but still want to try even more things on the menu! read more

Noodlehead - Pad See Yew CHICKEN - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Noodlehead is one of those casual spots that consistently delivers more than you expect for the price and simplicity. My husband loves the beef soup and I enjoy the see yew. read more

I think this place is overrated. It gets a lot of hype but I found the portions to be small at their price point and overall... lacking. Nothing made me go "wow!" There is definitely better Thai in the city. I think this place leans more towards fusion and that contributes to the alright vibes for me. One pro is that they are good at accommodating for dietary restrictions read more

out | Dinner | $10-20 This place has gone severely downhill. Tonight we picked up an order, as we were having company. They messed up our order. We didn't receive items that we paid for. The worst was that the food we did get looked like it came out of the microwave. Everything was soggy and gross. Pretty We tried calling for a literal hour and a half, over and over, while we picked at the food we got. No one answered. This is unacceptable for a business. You shouldn't be allowed to have a takeout business and not answer your phone. Ruined our whole night for our guests. This is the third time that we have ordered pickup in the last two months and it was disappointing. This was the last chance. See ya, Noodlehead. read more

Open on Easter Sunday, it was only a 5 min wait for them to set up our table for 4 people. We came on a recommendation and my personal favorite dish was the Chiang mai curry (khao soi with fried chicken). The crispy chicken was the perfect vehicle for the thick and flavorful sauce. The tofu pad see ew noodles are my brother's fav. The texture of the noodles is so bouncy, and they gave so much veg and tofu. We did find the green curry to be more bland, and wishing that it came with rice instead of the soft vermicelli noodles. We ordered some sticky rice and that soaked up the sauce better! Out of spice level 0-5, 2 seemed to be the happy medium of yielding flavor without pain. Service was friendly and the interior is mostly wood with lots of plants around. We felt comfortable right off the bat and wouldn't hesitate to return. read more

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Delicious, non standard Thai food! Got the street noodle 1 and Chiangmai mai curry. The chicken was perfectly fried and went very well with the noodles, while the curry was very flavorful. They accommodate very low spice (I have very little tolerance) which is nice. I also got the iced lemongrass honey drink - very sweet but quite tasty, and they give a free refill. The kicker is the price - way cheaper than most restaurants nowadays for a good quantity. Not as much vegetable as I would maybe like, but can't complain too much when it's so cheap. It is cash one though, so be aware of that. read more

Noodlehead - Thai Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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