I've been dreaming of the khao soi curry broth since the first time I tried it at a Yelp event! Now that rice box kitchen and noodle box are merged, I knew I could find that sweet but spicy and coconuty broth here again- with a new twist fried chicken topper that was tender and juicy! Definitely get the noodles at this Thai street food inspired joint. Ambiance is casual, you order and pay at the register. The giant mural pays homage to SF golden gate and the biggest little city, it's super creative and bright. Most of the appetizers we tried (corn fritters, egg rolls and dumplings) were heavily fried and greasy so I wouldn't order again, but I would definitely recommend ordering half a dozen, if not more, chicken curry puffs, they have the perfect flakiness and are filled with thick potato and savory spicy chicken for three perfect bites! They are kind of like a Southeast Asia empanada. So so good! I also think the food was a little on the warm side rather than piping hot steaming. Really thoughtful, focused and curated menu - can't wait to come back to try other items like the boat noodles and Tom yum soups! read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Appetizers - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Oh Perapol and Noodle Box Kitchen, your fabulous restaurant ...where do I start?!? You're the consummate host, always gracious and welcoming. The decor is wonderful, both fun and airy. But it's a restaurant so I suppose I should focus on the food, eh? It's amazing. From the Thai Boat Soup to the Tom Yum Noodles, from your food and wine pairing events (such as the one we attended last night) to dim sum drag brunch, your cuisine is a most welcome, vital component to what makes Reno so great. With an emphasis on diversity, fearlessness and a commitment to community, you have filled a niche long ignored in this town, bringing us a place we can call home when downtown. Flavors are on-point, mirroring that which I've had on my travels through Asia, the ingredients are fresh and your enthusiasm is boundless, which translates itself into the fragrant bowls and dishes that come out of your kitchen and the happy, efficient staff that works for you. If you haven't visited NBK, do yourself a huge favor and drop in. And be sure to introduce yourself to Perapol when you do. You'll come away a better person for the experience. read more

Here we go! Reno finally has an excellent spot for the rice and noodle dishes of my dreams! One bite and you are instantly overcome with the authentic flavors of Southeast Asia. Take a trip to spicytown with the Khao Soi noodle dish (I love it with chicken, the wife loves it with tofu). Or enjoy some good sweet flavors of rice, chicken, and a tangy sweet sauce of the Khao Mun Gai. I need to try more, but those dishes are epic. The ownership and management come in the form of Perapol Damnernpholkul, one of the nicest and helpful gentlemen I have had the pleasure of ordering from. He's always got a smile on his face, and has an excellent web & social media presence. The atmosphere is great. It's in such a great location, near Brothers (the best BBQ in Reno), One Up (the best Barcade in Reno) and the Riscovery Museum (the best Discovery Museum in Reno). The mural on the wall fills me with tears it is so beautiful. I can't wait to go back to enjoy a delicious soup, gossip with my friends (the whole mission of the eatery is to create a spot for healthy gossip!) and enjoy the beautiful scenery. They also do hot pot days and dim sum as well. Gotta try it. I just simply got to, because everyone says it's bomb. read more

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Finally got here!! This is one of those places that makes you ask yourself, what took you so long to get here??? First of all just check out the menu and you're immediately drawn into the creative aspect of what the chef has prepared to offer, then the fun begins by trying to make decisions based upon what you're reading, smelling, seeing and imagining how good it's ALL going to be ...and you will already be planning for your next visit! Lots of room inside for seating and easy to park. This is a great casual choice for dining any time of day. Can't wait to go again soon!! read more

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Boat noodles baby! Boat noodles are the sweet, savory, slightly spicy, soul soothing soup sensation you need in your life right now. I think they're called boat noodles because while you're slurping 'em up you send your stress and sadness far far away on a metaphorical boat to lose them in an endless ocean with an unreachable horizon. Wikipedia said it's because they're often served on boats in floating markets throughout Thailand. Maybe it's both. The world may never know. The broth is rich and deep with lots of aromatic spices and essence from the bones in the broth. From there it's all about the glory of texture with perfectly chewy rice noodles, bouncy fish balls, tender braised pork, herbaceous and fresh morning glory and bean sprouts, and intensely crunchy chicharones all bringing their best to the party. The combinations are infinite and it's very fun to try for a different one each bite! If you're feeling spicy, hit the bowl with a bit of their house chili oil, otherwise just dig in. This is a bowl (or box?) not to be missed! When there's a nip in the air, get some Noodle Box. Heck. Nip or not, eat more Noodle Box because, whether you know it, it's exactly what you need! read more

We came for the weekend hot pot and had a wonderful experience! We ordered the bone broth and Tom Yum soup and the flavors were so rich. It was the perfect base to complement all of our meats and veggies. The staff is so accommodating and welcoming. We felt Sandy was attentive throughout our dinner and made sure we felt comfortable. The owner Perapol goes out of his way through service to stop at every table to ensure everyone gets a personal greeting from him. The location is conveniently situated in the midtown Reno. It's so clean and the design aesthetic is fun. We love the art mural on the wall. We later found out it represented the owner's life journey, which added a nice personal touch. Keep up the amazing work! read more

Took my sister, visiting from SF. Food was, as always, delicious. Conversation was a joy.

Went with my sis and her girls to celebrate my birthday with them. Wanted dim sum but why only the pic I take is the garlic pork. Ordered a bunch of dim sum and all was delicious. read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Garlic pork/fried egg rice and a soup in the background. Other dim sum was ordered (no pic) - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I'm a HUGE fan of Chef Perapol, having eaten at the original Rice Box Kitchen often and having experienced one of his Chef's Table dinners (which I highly recommend that you all try)! It was time to experience his new location, now the Noodle Box Kitchen, combined with the original Rice Box Kitchen. So much more room to accommodate that many more customers, but still the same warm, welcoming atmosphere and great food that he's renowned for. My dining companions and I opted to have his classic Shabu Shabu (Hot Pot). As delicious as always...fresh meats, seafoods and vegetables in 2 different kinds of broth ("normal" and spicy). I love interactive food. Everything was on point and fabulous...just as fabulous as Chef Perapol himself! I'm looking forward to trying his new noodle dishes on my subsequent visits...everything he makes is always amazing. Make sure that you check his website (https://www.riceboxkitchen.com/connect-rice-box) for operating hours and when he offers his assorted special offerings...this is a MUST TRY... read more

I was down with a terrible cold that had me craving noodles and broth. In my Yelp wanderings, I was reviewing some places around town, and nothing was quite hitting the spot. Until I got to the Noodle Box Kitchen page, and my stomach actually growled for the chicken noodle soup. Even before I picked it up, I could tell the broth would be homemade and that it would go far beyond the chicken soup I'd be making on my own if I had the energy. First of all, I want to say thank you to Perapol for always showing up with friendly, welcoming customer service. True to the theme of the restaurant, you *do* feel like you could come in and trade a little gossip and laugh a bit. And this visit was no exception: Perapol was warm and kind even while I sounded like death (quick note so you know I was a conscientious customer: I was past the time for mass contagion--otherwise, I wouldn't have gone out). On getting home, I have to say that the first thing I loved was that the noodles were apart from the soup so they wouldn't get all soggy. And that broth was truly healing: it tasted, first of all, like actual chicken, and it was clear and simple and not overly salty. The chicken was perfectly tender, and the cabbage was the perfect vegetable with it. Once I'm fully healed, I'm heading back for the dim sum and shabu shabu. Hopefully, my friend circle will cross over with Perapol's so that we can gossip about some folks. :-) read more

Noodle Box has always been more than a place to eat. It's been a little haven, where the food felt personal, the flavors thoughtful, and the energy always warm. Every bowl, every bite, had that unmistakable touch of care. The chicken noodle soup? Comfort in its purest form. The kind of thing that makes you pause between spoonfuls because it feels like someone cooked it just for you. The pork belly, pot stickers, dry noodles, each dish simple, soulful, and beautifully balanced. Places like this don't just feed you, they become part of the rhythm of your week, the comfort of a long day, the spot you recommend when someone needs something real. It's hard to imagine the neighborhood without it. Noodle Box will be deeply missed, not just for the food, but for the heart it brought to the community. Thank you for every quiet moment of flavor and care. You made something special here. read more

It is conveniently located next door to the Discovery Museum. It was pretty busy when we arrived at noon but our large group had made reservations ahead of time. All of the staff was super friendly and Perapol, the owner, came by to say hi to everyone. Sundays are dim sum days so we were excited to try a new place. The food was all amazing. Loved the flavors! Our group had ordered a big variety of offerings to share including a shrimp toast, pork siumai, shrimp hargow, seasoned bok choy, chicken curry dumplings, egg rolls, mochi cakes, mini custard cakes, and mini sesame balls. Definitely a fun way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon! Thank you Perapol for the delicious foods and hospitality. read more

By far the most delicious food I've had in years! Every single bite I'm saying, "Oh my god" and "Wow"! If you're getting the Hot Pot I highly recommend getting the Ghoma and dipping your meat in it. It's an absolute game changer for flavor! read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Beef and Hot Pot - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I was a big fan of Rice Box Kitchen, and being Thai, I told my mom how good some of the dishes there were like the Khao Mun Gai and the Khao Soi. So, we went to try Noodle Box Kitchen, and we loved it! We got there, and there was a longer line to order, but it didn't take long at all, and the food got to our table quickly. My mom got the Boat Noodles, and she really liked it, saying it was very authentic. I got the Khao Soi, but with fried chicken for the first time, and wow... something about the fried chicken really enhanced the flavor of an already delicious dish. If you eat meat, I highly recommend trying it with fried chicken, if you haven't already because it really is *chef's kiss*. To enhance her Boat Noodles, she asked the owner, Perapol, for some Thai condiments, and he was quick to drop it off at my table, and then my mom, always down to make friends, asked if he was Thai, and they then spoke in Thai for the rest of our meal. Perapol is so personable, friendly and cared to know more about us. As we were leaving, he made sure to chat with us more and say bye. I really appreciated that. He's made us repeat customers since then, and one of these times, my family would love to try the Shabu Shabu, and will report back, when we do! read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Khao Soi with fried chicken - it's *chef's kiss* - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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I thought I'd seen all Reno has to offer, but Noodle Box popped up next to The Discovery, and it might be the best discovery I've made! Fun drinks: Thai Lime Tea - good flavor, very smooth and not too sweet. Vietnamese Coffee is a caffeinated classic. Boat Noodle Soup is the one they recommend, a bone broth with a bite. Tom Yum is a solid choice if you're craving the sweet n' sour. Khao Soi Fried Chicken is the best, IMHO. They fry up the thigh meat, and the curry is so thick and sweet it's practically a solid. We loved Noodle Box so much we went twice in a single week. Service is spectacular, from some of the most genuinely nice people I've ever met. No frills in the decor and ambiance, but the people here will make you feel like royalty. read more

Just flown in from San Diego. Ordered chicken noodle curry. Barely warm. Was not expecting it to be coconut soup which was sweet. Next to Discovery Museum. I did not find the soup palatable. Definitely not something you would find in Asia. Green tea was good. read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Chicken soup - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Absolutely the worst food I've had in many years. The ambiance is blah. I ordered the garlic pork with a special chili sauce. Pork had no (None) taste, no garlic and was burned to a crisp. The "special" sauce came from a bottle, I recognized it easily. Sad disappointment. My son had a pork soup and he mentioned no taste at all, it seemed they simply boiled the meat and threw it in. No real service to speak, you order at the counter and they bring it out. Don't do, McDonalds would be several steps up in all aspects. read more

The Noodle Box is a must if you really want to experience what the Reno food scene is all about. Everything is incredibly appetizing visually, aromatically, and beyond flavorful. Our group ordered four bowls of the Tom Yum noodles and it definitely some of the best soup I have ever had, let alone Tom Yum. It was too spicy, the lemon grass was pleasantly mild and shrimp and seafood dumplings were phenomenal. While the daily menu is still small, I definitely recommend coming here and trying everything. We also went back a week later and enjoyed the Sunday dim sum brunch. It was an epic experience. Every bite was an adventure that the owner walked us through personally. Each piece seems small, but we found that to be deceptive to as the least. There were only three of us, but we ordered two towers. We didn't come close to finishing the second. read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Tom Yum Noodle - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I used to go to Rice Box to get my son's favorite chicken noodle soup, but they have it here now. Happy to say, this soup never disappoints! Tastes like plain goodness because the soup is rich in chicken flavor, and has the best toppings.. bean sprouts, green onions, fried onions/garlic and my favorite, the pickles. I'm excited to have another new delicious restaurant in Reno. read more

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The Noodle box kitchen is a must stop if you are visiting Reno. Our experience was wonderful from the customer service, environment and food is delicious. The presentation of the food is beautiful, the tea as well was one of the best ones I've tasted. read more

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This place cannot miss. The restaurant is as cozy and lovely as ever. The food is so effortlessly delicious that I cannot help but eat WAY too much when I'm here. The Ghoma sauce is divine on anything at hot pot. This is, as ever, my favorite place to bring people whether in town or out of town. Perapol is an incredible host, and his staff is attentive and incredible. More people need to come here!!! read more

Had Khao Mun Gai and wow! Just wow. With that spicy sauce it is such a treat! Something about beautifully cooked chicken and rice is just what you need after a long day. Highly recommend. Will be coming back read more

I ordered the Kao poon. It was so flavorful and delicious! The flavor is mild curry soup with poached chicken. You get a crunch with each bit. The service was great, ever was super friendly and I always enjoy seeing the owner, he's the sweetest man. We had outside seating and it was so peaceful. read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Kao poon - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Went for shabu shabu on a weeknight (don't forget to make a reservation!) - to be honest, I didn't have high expectations but the owner Perapol's creativity always inspires my taste buds! I'm used to sesame based sauces for Chinese hot pot, and he took this up a notch by mixing sake to black sesame. Yum!! The broths were delicious too... the non-spicy one was miso-based but very umami, and with goji berries. The spicy one was a tangy tom yum base. We were also impressed by how thinly sliced the meats were! They include a wide assortment of veggies for your fiber fill. Because of the reservation system, service (aka the owner) was really attentive without being intrusive! Overall I'm so glad we came and can't wait to try the noodles and the dim sum!! read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Shabu shabu - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

We were able to make it in for Tuesday night shabu finally and it was such a great experience. All you can eat hot pot just like at home for only $25. An expansive selection of meats and veggies to choose from and unique and flavorful broths. I think the spicy broth had some lemongrass in it which was really a nice flavor. And the dipping sauce was not what I was expecting. I'm used to a saltier base sauce but the sesame sake sauce was perfectly flavorful to dip the veggies in especially after they've been cooking in the spicy broth. The owner was so attentive and friendly. He kept encouraging us to eat more and he checked on us very often. It was a great meal to share with friends and really fills a hole our food community is lacking in! The new location is bright and spacious and so welcoming. read more

So myself and my partner did the yelp food crawl and it was amazing, food was good, sorry I thought I took a photo of the food. However I did try the number 1! In the spicy version however to me it wasn't spicy at all. Just add more flavor the chicken thigh was well cooked and not dry. And to finish off we had the mochi for a sweet treat, not overly sweet had a cake like texture. overall 10 out 10 recommend on try on this place . read more

First off the owner is the absolute nicest person you will ever meet . The staff is wonderful and welcoming. The food is amazing , rich full of l flavor you will absolutely come back again and again! The ambiance inviting and relaxing read more

Absolutely, love this restaurant. We had the kimchi fries as an appetizer. I tried the special, which was a fried soft shell crab ramen, and my friend had the garlic plate. It was all phenomenal! Flavors are on point. Nothing lacks seasoning here lol (good thing). There was so much on the menu I wanted to try. So, I'm just going to have to keep going back for more. :) Service was wonderful. The cashier made a recommendation that took my kimchi fries to the next level. Great personality & service. Ambience is lively, clean, casual and lots of space for large groups. read more

I have eaten here twice. Both times were good. The kimchi fries were different but above average. I had the Thai Boat Noodles and the broth was some of the best I have had but the pork should was not as good the second time. I would still recommend eating there and will go back again. read more

Amazing! Tomyum noodle soup - 24 hour broth is beyond delicious! can't wait to try everything on the menu! read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Tomyum Noodle Soup - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

The food is amazing, wonderfully spiced every time. Perapol make point to visit everyone's table, thank them for coming in and gets to know his clientele. Noodle Box is a must visit for Thai fusion...tell them the bus driver recommended read more

Highly recommend stopping in here for some noodle soup!! I have a gluten allergy and was excited to find out that quite a few of their noodle soups (and other dishes) are gluten-free. It is very hard to find GF noodle soup in Reno so this was an amazing discovery. Menu isn't labeled but just ask as they are super friendly and knowledgeable. read more

This place never disappoints! Fresh delicious and LOTS of flavor. First time here for lunch and takeout to travel 50miles home, successfully made it home read more

Solid choice sometimes the menu can feel sparse but we love the pork belly and go at least once a week. We love our local businesses

Oh my. This place has been on radar for a bit and finally made it in. I had the khao soi sub tofu and it blew my taste buds away. The pickled cabbage was so good and that curry! So much flavor. The owner is super enthusiastic about his food and shared basically every dish can be modified. Super cute decor. Will definitely be back soon. read more

Expected a lot but didn't meet my expectations. First of all the price is a little outrageous for the portions. We were definitely disappointed with the kids "popcorn chicken" rice plate..... yeah they served us 6 chicken nuggets for $10. And boat noodle was lacking flavor, but condiments weren't available. Ramen was decent. read more

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Perapol is a wonderful human with the kindest soul. He is passionate about his cooking and style, which is so rare to find for any locally owned restaurant nowadays. He truly puts his heart and soul into everything - the food, atmosphere, service, and community. His staff are also very kind and attentive. I went to July's tasting menu and Sunday brunch (Asian style breakfast) and dim sum. The food was phenomenal with every bite and detail. Sadly, I did not take pictures at the tasting as I wanted to enjoy the experience and be present. If you follow him on IG @riceboxkitchennv you'll see the menu from this month's tasting menu on there. He does a different theme/twist each month. Next month, Saturday, 8/24 is BBQ so mark your calendars as it will be a collaboration with one of his good friends that specializes in BBQ! I highly recommend this spot for delicious, authentic, and quality food. No matter what you order, you won't be disappointed. Will be continuing to visit as often as possible and will update with more photos as able.(: read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Had been following on Instagram for a while but never been. A friend invited me for Dim Sum Sunday and I was so excited to finally try. The atmosphere is fun, inviting and casual. The owner and staff were extremely welcoming, helpful and attentive. The food was delicious and I loved the variety of items to choose from including desert. Well done and I will be back! read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Dim Sum Sunday Lunch - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

So delicious. Best fried chicken I ever had. I love the flavors. A great linch spot and fun events. read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Patio - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada

For a first-time hotpot experience, this was excellent! We were so impressed with both the food and the service, and the price is very reasonable for how much food is given during an all you can eat Shabu Shabu. They were out of sake but substituted with soju and recommended a dairy probiotic to add to the bottom, which took it to a whole other level. Overall a fantastic food experience, between 3 people, we got one plate of each meat and noodles and we were stuffed within an hour! Such a chill and relaxing environment too, and very clean and well-kept. Our server (possibly the owner?) was so kind and welcoming and extremely helpful and attentive. Highly recommend this as a place for lunch or dinner! read more

Noodle Box Kitchen - Noodles Near Me - Reno, Nevada