It was my first time trying Noodle Dynasty, and it didn't disappoint! The pricing is reasonable for…read morethe very large portion size of noodles, which is definitely shareable or enough to have leftovers. I especially like that there's an option to choose between thin, thick, or rice noodles, as well as different spice levels. The food was fresh and not overly salty. Service was abrupt, but I wouldn't deem it negatively given how busy the place was--the line was out the door when we arrived. We waited 10 minutes to get in, which wasn't unreasonable, and once we ordered, the food came out quickly. The place is very small and seemingly popular. I would definitely come back. Solid 8/10.

Noodle Dynasty is a Berkeley must-try if you're in the area. There's a reason why it is always so…read morecrowded! Since there is fairly limited seating, wait times can be rough, especially if you're going during lunch or dinner rush. I've waited 30-45 minutes before. The restaurant is pretty small so tables are pretty close to each other and it may be difficult to be seated quickly if you're going in with a larger group. That asides, the food as Noodle Dynasty is unmatched. I typically get their noodle soups, which are a massive portion size, & appetizers, such as lamb skewers, spicy wontons, and chinese doughnuts. To this day, I think that the spicy wontons are the best in the area - super flavorful beyond just the chili oil taste. Definitely recommend getting these! You order on a tablet & food comes out so fast. Could not recommend this place enough!

I highly recommend Noodle Fresh! The staff was so friendly and welcoming. I actually walked in just…read moreto use the bathroom, but I noticed they had a lunch special and decided to give it a try. I ordered the noodles with chicken and vegetables, and everything came out fresh and very quickly. One of the ladies was especially friendly and even offered me some water while I waited. The atmosphere was amazing--very spacious, clean, and beautifully lit. Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. I'll definitely be back!

Okay guys don't steal my lunch spot!!!!! Best value because…read moreof the portion and price. Food was quick and delicious~~ The restaurant was also clean and the seating area is very comfortable. Service is also great 10/10 for me~

I love their hokkein noodles! I've been here twice this month, and I'd probably go more often if I…read morelived closer. I love the build your own bowl- and the serving is big enough for me to have a box of leftovers. The first time I got a mix of the Thai and Malay sauces with chicken- and that was great. The second time I got just the Malay sauce. I think next time I'd mix it with the Thai again for the extra layer of spice on top of peanut. For balance.

First time trying this place. I love eating noodles so it's amazing to see so many different…read moreselection of noodles and sauces on the menu. My family ordered garlic noodles, laksa soup rice noodles, pad see ew, and a recommendation with noodles and Thai plus Malay sauces. The portions were plenty and 5 of us got plenty full and still had some leftovers. The place was clean and had counter service. Food came to our table very quickly as it wasn't crowded at the time. We enjoyed it very much!

RIP to my favorite restaurant. i was here basically monthly with family/friends. favorite worker…read morewas the guy in the pikachu cap, tho i haven't seen him in forever. the ambiance was always so calm, nothing felt rushed and it all went at a great pace. the food was to die for, it had so many flavors. my favorite was definitely the pork belly noodle soup. I will forever miss this place and the memories that went along with it!

Special Noodle is located in Pacific East Mall towards the back. Ordered a pretty big spread that…read moreconsisted of beef rolls, dumplings, fried rice, and salt and pepper chicken bites. The dumplings were delicious and even better with some chili oil. The chicken fried rice had huge chunks of egg and chicken which I loved with a deep soy flavor. The salt and pepper chicken was decent, I think I prefer salt and pepper wings/fish/shrimp. The beef rolls weren't for me, though. It's typically one of my favorite dishes but it seemed to be lacking beef & I wasn't a fan of the lettuce filling or the roll itself being a bit too soft and doughy. Overall, a good experience. Our server was nice and everything came out quick!

Amazing food and service! Come check this place out if you are in Oakland. Everything was really…read morefresh and the prices were great! Will definitely be coming back for more! The potstickers, pork ear, and noodle dishes are amazing with fresh, authentic, vibrant flavors in each bite!

*Great ambiance, feels like a great mix of walking into a corner food stop in China or visiting an…read moreold friends house ** Service is attentive with great recs and an adorable robot **** So easily accessible and price range is so good compared to the portion size ***** One of my favorite Chinese joints in Oakland now 谢谢

Started off with the fresh rolls and corn cakes. The fresh rolls lived up to their name of being…read morefresh and they were a good size with a perfect crunch. The corn cakes were fried just right so they were golden on the outside but soft on the inside and the slaw and sweet sauce elevated it. I would get both appetizers again. For entrees we had: Mama Pad Kee Moa (3.5/5) - instant noodles with fresh veggies and very thin beef. Flavor was good, but the beef missed the mark because it was lacking. Massaman Gai Curry (5/5) - the curry was so flavorful in this dish and the soft potato complimented it very well. Definitely the winner of the night. Chicken Khao Pad (Fried Rice) (3/5) - rice was a little too dry and the thinly cut chicken again did not pop out in the dish. Overall, very fresh and authentic Thai dishes. Service was fast and attentive. There are plenty of seating options to dine in, but I also saw a lot of take out orders. Street parking can be difficult on Shattuck but easier to find on the side streets.

No complaints about the service; they were quick and very friendly…read more Unfortunately, I was not the biggest fan of the food. The green curry noodles came with vermicelli, and I wanted to try it since it's what they recommend, but it just was not the right texture for the curry I felt. The flavor of the curry itself was not super flavorful. I felt like more coconut milk could have been added to coat the noodles more. The spring rolls were good. I enjoyed the peanut sauce. We also sat at the front by the door, and it was rather cold in that seat.

I love Marugame! I always order the Curry Nikutama. The curry flavor is light but still flavorful,…read moreand there's a good amount of beef. The udon and egg were both cooked perfectly. My only complaint was that I wish the food had been served hotter. It wasn't busy when I dined here, so I didn't have to wait in line long or worry about finding a seat. This location is also very spacious, with plenty of room between the tables. The tables aren't squished together, so there's enough space to comfortably walk around.

Rude and dirty! We came because we'd gone to the sister…read morelocation in Hawaii and we loved it so much. But this location was disgustingly dirty, the staff were snippy and rude, and so much of the tempura was ice cold. The ginger and dipping sauce station was crusty and empty. We were super disappointed we made the trip out to Berkeley for this. The plus side? The udon was delicious. but after sitting at sticky tables, and seeing how the rest of the restaurant looked, I'm worried about the food safety of the areas we could see.

This is a cute little noodle and tea house that really hit the spot. I was craving noodles, and…read morethey definitely delivered. I ordered the Canton Seafood Stir Fry, which came with plenty of seafood and fresh-tasting noodles. The portion was generous, and everything came together really well. My husband ordered the Sweet & Sour Chicken, and he really enjoyed it too. It even came with rice, which feels like a nice bonus these days! Another pleasant surprise--they serve wine, too! We'll definitely keep this place in mind the next time we're craving noodles.

I was looking for a decent Taiwanese beef noodle soup and decided to give this place a try…read more I ordered the Taiwanese beef noodle soup, which came with beef shank, baby bok choy, pickled mustard greens, and scallions. Unfortunately, I wasn't very impressed. The beef shank was tough and difficult to chew, and the broth didn't have the rich, balanced flavor that I expect from a good Taiwanese beef noodle soup. I wouldn't recommend ordering this dish. On the other hand, I also tried one of their house specials, the Jiangxi Stir-Fry. It featured rice noodles with beef flank, bell peppers, baby bok choy, and spicy chillies. This dish was great, flavorful, well-seasoned, and packed with wok hei.

So blown away. My fiance and I tried this place on a whim after signing up for the InKind app at my…read moresister in law's suggestion. We decided to try this place craving something new, and we weren't disappointed. It wasn't busy around 6pm, but the vibes were really cute inside. I love the patio area they have. Would be perfect for a group meet up on a nice day. We ordered the pork sausage to start, the saikoo which according to my fiance is a must for laotian food, the yellow curry, and the crab fried rice. Everything was genuinely amazing. Here are my rankings below: Sausage: 8.5/10 Crab Fried Rice: (with the fish sauce) 9.5/10 Saikoo: (with the fish sauce) 9.5/10 Yellow Curry: 9/10 Would definitely order everything again. It's not quite thai, but thai with a twist I'd say. Bit on the pricey side, but everything was so fresh and you can see where the chefs are making everything, so you know you're getting quality. And the portions honestly made it really worth it. Such a great place! Will 100% be back.

Stopped by Lao Thai for lunch and had a bit of a mixed experience. We ordered the 3-piece chicken…read morewings from the lunch menu, and unfortunately they were pretty underwhelming -- nothing bad, just not particularly memorable. But the Lao papaya salad completely saved the meal. It had that perfect salty-sweet balance with just the right amount of punch, and paired with the sticky rice, it was SO good. The kind of combination where you keep going back for "one more bite" until suddenly it's gone. Honestly, I would come back just for that papaya salad and sticky rice. Sometimes one dish is enough to earn a return visit, and this was definitely it. #PapayaSalad #LaoFood #StickyRice #FoodieFinds

Came around 5PM on a Sunday and were seated after 15 minutes. The restaurant is not super big, but…read morethey offer indoor and outdoor seating. Ordered pad kee mao, pad thai, baby back ribs, spicy fried rice and beef salad for the table to share. Food comes out quickly after placing an order.The spicy fried rice has a kick to it, but a great option if you like spicy. There was no option to select a spice level when we ordered the pad kee mao, and it came out spicy. It doesnt come with basil but instead its stirfried with green beans, red pepper and tomatoes. Can't go wrong with pad thai. It was saucy with all the flavors of sweet, salty and sour. The baby back ribs are a must try! Some pieces have bones, while others do not. The meat is deep fried, but each piece is tender and juicy. It wasn't too greasy and was delicious when paired with the sweet and sour sauce. The grilled beef salad was a refreshing dish tossed with herbs, green apple and red onions in a lime and fish sauce dressing. The one downside was that the beef was a little tough. I can see why there is almost always a line out the door. Will definitely be back again to try other items on the menu

Service for walk-in takeout was extremely fast so great if you're in a hurry. Spring rolls order…read moreand received in 10 secs - literally just a few seconds. Prices though are through the roof relative to quality and quantity. Small portions even for an appetizer but sufficient for what I wanted. Plus a drink $19. I'm thinking you'll spend close to $50 for lunch with an entree.