So Good, So Creative, it's Crazy... If you've not experienced Dan and Aardvark at Snoqualmie Pass, you're in for an experience. The big question: how can a literal "hole in the wall" become an institution in a town? Answer: excellent, creative food and a wonderful proprietor who loves his craft and really cares about his customers. If you spend any time at Aardvark, you'll get the drift; locals and repeat customers pouring in, filling up, dropping off, chatting it up and leaving with a smile. And at the center of it all - Dan the Man - a whirlwind in the kitchen, dazzling with new delights and always open to new suggestions and additions to his truly eclectic menu. Who ever heard of a bacon pancake drenched in vanilla ice cream? (the "Avalanche") or a Blue Cheese Burrito? But if you're willing to try some of Dan's creations, you'll be happy you did. My favorite and the dish that put the place on everyone's map - the "Hurry Curry," - phenomenal layers of deliciousness soaked in coconut curry. I've often found myself full, but unable to stop eating - down to the bottom of the container and the very last morsel of curry-infused rice. Fantastic! So, bottom line, if you're anywhere near the Pass (and for us now, it's anywhere within a 30 minute drive), you just have to stop, check in, say hello and prepare to be amazed. You won't regret it and your senses will be forever grateful. read more

Dan, the owner, has such a servant heart and an amazing passion for creating meals and tapas that are healthy, unique and fun. The curry chicken is a great example of these things. Note, this is a very large serving, just right for a hiker, but can also serve as two meals. You must absolutely add this this to your list of eateries! read more

There are not enough stars on this thing...Me and my friends were snowboarding and told to check this place out by the lady's in the gear shop...I went back and gave the lady's a hug after eating here for recommending it to us by far best food I've had in a long time read more

Aardvark Express - The Banging Burger Best burger ever...and get the egg on it - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cle Elum , Washington

I don't live near the pass, but it's a great place to stop on a travel to find good food and a clean restroom. You need to go up another block from the public restrooms to the gas station by the hotel, and look for a little wooden hut with a greenhouse thingie close by (sometimes open, sometimes under a cover). The first time I came I found it by accident; I was taking a pit stop and went a'walking. I saw a big sign outside and the word Curry lures me in every time. I wasn't even hungry; it wasn't even mealtime; but it was FAB. I have eaten a lot of curries, and I don't know exactly how to categorize this one (some help?), but it's excellent. There was some young employee passing the food out the window, and there wasn't much talking. The second time I came was between 6-12 months later. The hurry curry was even better, if you can believe that. It was also a little less spicy this time, which is a bummer at my house but a blessing on the road when drinking MORE water slows ya down. ;) This time I met the owner, Dan. What a detail-oriented, intelligent, and customer-focused man! We had a nice chat and he even asked me about my own little business and offered to stock some business cards (next time, I'll have some on hand!). Pros: fabulous food, sincerely friendly owner Cons: once you fall in love with one dish, how do you break away and try another if you only come once a year? I bet everything on the menu is this great: Foodie's dilemma. Suggestions: Since we're traveling long distance in the car, can we get TWO recloseable containers, with the cake/cabbage/herbs in the second one? This is so they don't get soggy as we travel, and so we can reheat the leftovers for dinner later and not have to microwave the greens. I need to remember to request this, it is my own fault. read more

The food genius behind this fun and always warm friendly food truck is "Dan". He's always cooking up something special, all scrach made, in this small fully stocked tidy log cabin looking food trailer/truck. Dan's ovens, stoves, grills are all full of off the hook tasty eats, the Bleu Moon Breakfast Wrap, Fried Snow, Backcountry Burger, Shot Eight, Banger Burger, the Grommer, his famous Hurry Curry, or my favorite theTerri Bowl, house made kimchi, soups and chili. Dan has also kept me well fed all winter. Order the goods in the food truck then walk 10 feet to his super cool comfy streamliner trailer If you're on Snoqualmie Pass, it's a must stop. Go, eat, say Hi, please tell Dan, Mike sends "a big hello!!" read more

What a great little place! The owner, Dan, is funny and friendly. The Hurry Curry was excellent. During winter, it's nice that this is more than a food truck: there's indoor seating, too. read more

Don't let the trailer fool you, this is seriously good food. When I spotted the food truck (trailer?) next to our car while my friend was pumping gas, I thought someone was trying to sell store-bought food to gullible out-of-towners. As a joke more than anything, my friend and I decided to see what the trailer had to offer. I can't believe I nearly passed up this food to go rooting around in the gas station for a sandwich. You can get curry. Served out of a trailer parked at a Chevron station. In the middle of a national forest. And it's absolutely unbelievable. If I lived in Seattle I'd drive the hour each way just to get it. We stopped for gas on the way to a couple nights of shows at the Gorge, and made a point to stop on the way back down to Seattle. The ginger chicken tacos (with fresh cilantro!) were also great. I'm still in disbelief. read more

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Give this place a try! This food is excellent. Highly recommend the Hurry Curry. Dan is the man

The most incredible food on your way over the pass! We stop whenever we can; the curry is incredible to warm up with after snowshoeing, as are the tacos and fried snow! The crew is friendly and fun and the food fresh and delicious. Love love love! read more

Dan is the master of flavors and unexpected combinations! This place is awesome and down to earth. Everyone that I recommend it it to loves it and starts recommending it as well read more

Great curry and friendly service. Road up here today to eat some lunch and really enjoyed the red curry. Thank you.

Dapper Dan the Aardvark Man! You really can't get more "local" than this highway hideaway. After a long day of enjoying the Pass there really isn't a better place for a quick refuel before returning the grind of the low lands. My recommendation: ascend the steps of the "the cabin," order the curry, chat with Dapper Dan and take your food outside to the picnic table. If you face to the southwest you can easily forget that you are in a gas station parking lot. Take in the sights, enjoy your food, play some horse shoes and chat it up with some of Snoqualmie Pass' hardcore locals... if you're wicked nice they might even let you in on a secret shred stash or a hidden mountain bike ride... maybe. read more

Awesome food. Had the curry chicken w/ pineapple cake. Was awesome. Also got a smoothie. It too was perfect. Not to sweet & wonderful flavor. Menu has unique options. Super nice guy. Asked if I enjoyed my food. Honestly this place is awesome. read more

Seriously. Make the trip even if you don't ski. Best burger in many years and that's hard for me to write, given my loyalties. WOWZA!!! Back again for second time. Yep. I was right. read more

Omg... Thanks yelp for making us stop here! Best curry ever. Friendly staff. Beautiful background. read more

Aardvark Express - Hurry curry is a must! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cle Elum , Washington

Awesome spot to grab a quick bite to eat. The Teri bowl was outstanding! Will definitely stop here on our next trip through the pass. read more

Aardvark Express - Good to the last bite - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cle Elum , Washington

Culinary genius!!! I love the crazy concoctions you can get here, the hurry curry is just the right amount of spicy with the pineapple cake that cools your tongue off. Yummy!! Try the kimchi meatloaf on Mac-n-cheese, he throws a little slaw in there for crunch too. Overall, a must try. Or don't... there will be more for me!!! read more

Great stop on our drive. Food was very nicely seasoned and the curry lunch was a wonderful blend of flavors with a touch of spice. We will be back whenever we are coming this way! read more

Amazing flavor, variety, quality!! Love this place and will become our new favorite place to eat when skiing or passing thru!! The hurry curry and pineapple cake are outstanding!!! read more

The Aardvark is awesome. Dan's food is an amazing blend of Korean from his Mom and crazy good from his imagination. My favorite is The Aardvark, his original chicken taco. A piece of Pineapple cake for dessert is a must. Next time you are at The Pass check it out. read more

Amazingly good. Little shack that could easily be missed. You HAVE to try the Hurry Curry. Great service, great prices, great food.

Wow!!! Stumbled upon this gem on the way back from a beautiful spring cross country ski !! Such a great find, the food was delicious , loved the yummy curry in a hurry, flavors were amazing! The chili and barbecue were also tantalizing to the taste buds! A joy to talk to the incredible owner Chef Dan! Will be back soon!! read more

What I thought would be a quick bite for lunch turned out to be a 60 minute stop over for a bagel & cream cheese, the Brie burger and a Mac Dog. After 15 minutes the bagel came first followed after 15 minutes for the Brie burger and as she handed it to me, I told her we were waiting for the Mac dog. That was meant with an "O" - as in you ordered that? Crap. 20 minutes later my son get his hot dog. While waiting for the last of the three of our meals I went to the store to get waters for us and the cook was getting a lemon Gatorade, a Mikes Hard Lemonade, and a mini vodka. Hmmmmm, while the food was good-can't say we will be back. Express? Nopety nope nope nope. read more

Definitely one of the more unique eating experiences I've had in a long while, and I mean that in the best way. Was driving to Yakima from Seattle and needed to make a pit stop and happened to find this place next to the gas station. It's essentially a shack in the parking lot of the garage with some quaint outdoor seating. Food was amazing and unique! So many unique dishes I didn't know what to pick. I went with the Blue Mountain wrap which is HUGE and ultra tasty and satisfying. Fresh ingredients, surprising flavors (idk what the Mountain sauce they use but it made mouth happy). If you're driving through the Snoqualmie pass this is a must stop if you're stomach is grumblin for some good eats. read more

The curry was solid! Great Value, great flavor , would absolutely return again. The aardvark taco left something to be desired, would skip this for the future. Looking forward to trying other menu items. read more

Wonderful food! I stop by when I'm in the area! Great place to go to after hiking or sightseeing or skiing etc. A must try!

After hiking the Gold Coast trail, my daughter and son-in-law recommended this hole in the wall place in Snoqualmie. My wife and son-in-law ordered the hurry curry. Our daughter had the fried snow and I had the iron horse wrap. Man, the foods were amazingly delicious. Better than some the over-priced restaurants. read more

Best food on the Pass. In the parking lot of the filing station. Fast, super friendly, great food. Get in here!

Try the harry curry bowl, I love curry and this is the best I have ever had. If you are looking for something healthy and filling this is the place. read more

The curry is unbelievable. Dan is about he nicest guy I've ever met. We were just passing through, I called to ask if he would be open and he hung around to make sure we would get our bowls. You won't be disappointed. read more

Excellent curry. I had the Terri curry. Wow what a treat. Right amount of spice and the pineapple cake was great. Love these spaces

Got the recommended curry and it was delicious. I will definitely be stopping by again for a quick and filling bite to eat when near snoqualmie pass. Dan was very kind and offered me a delicious beverage. He also heard my girlfriend coughing while we ate and offered her a vitamin juice. read more

Stumbled upon this place thinking this was a coffee hut. Instead found the best curry in the state. Comes with an amazing little pineapple cake, cabbage, cilantro: I mean wow. Sitting in the parking lot of a Chevron across from the slopes at the pass. Kick-ass food from a tiny house kitchen. Find it. read more

Yum-yum! Always a friendly place to catch up on energy and good storytelling! Food is always cooked fresh right before your eyes.

Great food. Truly a unique experience in an unexpected place. Hurry curry great. Mac and cheese great. We have found our place to eat when travelling the pass. I can't believe we wasted 7 years not eating here! read more

Excellent food!!! Whenever I am coming through the pass I love to stop by for the Terry Bowl. The owner is very friendly and the bowl is very cheap for what you get. I would definitely recommend. read more

After not being acknowledged from a local restaurant when trying to get a table and finding nothing appetizing at the local deli, we decided to try our bets on this food truck by the gas station. We were not only greeted by a confident chef with smiles and inspiring conversation, but the food was fabulous! I had the blue cheese breakfast burrito - seriously the best breakfast burrito I have ever had. Who would have thought a breakfast burrito could stand out so much...? I only wish I could get one in Seattle. My boyfriend had the curry and it was also delicious! I was surprised to find such great food out of a little mobile home/food truck, but was so pleased and would recommend it to anyone. We will definitely be stopping there again next time we drive east on I-90. Thank you!! read more

Get the iron burrito, it's great every time! You can't judge this book by its cover, it may look shady from the outside but the customer service and good food will have you coming back again :) read more

The Hurry Curry and the Tobaggan were delicious. The staff and owner were super nice. Highly recommend this little gem at the top of Snoqualmie Pass. read more

Aardvark Express - The Hurry Curry and tuna Tobaggan were the best. Funky place. Give it a try. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Cle Elum , Washington

Heading from Bellevue I m a snowy day just to have his amazing Coconut chicken curry! But first a stop at Dru's Brus Brewery across the street! This awesome brewery has no food( just snacks)so, order from Aardvark and eat it inside the brewery. They encourage it! Even the bartenders all love Aardvark! It is worth a drive into the snow to play in the winter, or a summer hike on the wild flower blanketed ski slopes outside his food stand. This is GOOD food folks!!! Support the small businesses of America!! read more