the food here is highly overpriced, and the worst, it sucks! I didn't really got so upset at the fact its overpriced, but mainly because the food had no taste! We ordered the teriaky noodles and kung pao. The teriaki tasted liked nothing, and the noodles were not fully cooked, they were hard to chew on. The kung pao just tasted like hot sauce over noodles... thats bout it folks... go to connies cook house a bit further up the street to get food that actually has real flavors from real garlic, onions, ginger.... now if you like the cheap bottled sauces over not properly cooked noodles, then go here.... PEACE! read more

My go too when I'm in the mood for a big bowl of hot, saucy, fill-me-up noodles. I usually have enough leftovers for a meal the next day. Beware: Choose the 5 chilli level of heat and you'll sear the taste buds right off your tongue. read more

Meh. With all the BTUs at work in that kitchen - and talk of "fire" - dishes like pad Thai should come out fried, not boiled. Pad Thai shouldn't have a pool of sauce. Not horrible, just significantly off mark from a technique standpoint. Flavors also landed flat, such as with the zero pop (and practically unseasoned) peanut noodles. read more

I went here on lunch and was very dissapointed. There was no line up wheb i got there but i still had to wait 25 minutes for take out. The lady serving me didnt say hello or thanks she didnt even tell ne the total she just gestured toward the card machine. When i got the noodles back to the office the wrong dish was inside the box. I didnt like the noodles but didnt have the time nor the energy to go back to the shop. After how unhelpful the lady that served me was i assumed i would be wasting my time asking for a refund or new dish. Im new to working in the area so was hoping this place would ve good. read more

If you grew up eating authentic Asian noodles this place is NOT the place for you. I came here a few times with my then boyfriend who used to rave about this place. Each time was a horrid experience but it made him happy so I held my tongue. Their mushy noodles just taste like a bunch of crap thrown in and has NO flavours. You wonder why they have so much soy sauce, fish sauce, and hot sauce on the side is because their noodles taste like butt and has NO FLAVOURS! It's BLAND and TASTLESS!! Do they not know how to season food? Very little meat portions.. and if you ask for prawn, you get these dried up little pathetic excuse for a prawn. The fried rice HAS NOOOOO FLAVOUR either!!!!! The rice was bland all you taste is your mouth on fire. Its like they forgot to add salt or something. Anyways maybe its because I'm asian and grew up eating delicious authentic noodles and never had bland tasteless mushy noodles and rice? Heck even the cheap noodles you get at the food court taste better than this crud. Anyways Noodle box and Asian fusion Not for me! read more

"Butter chicken" evokes a deep memory within me filled with aromatic spices coating my tongue, and tender, flavorful chicken being held before my mouth. I had heard good things about Noodlebox, and when chance came upon me to finally go to an establishment I perused the online menu for what I should consume. Scanning, I did, until the very moment I saw "Butter Chicken Box," that I knew with a greater certainty than the fact that I would die, what would be in my future and body very soon. I arrived to Noodlebox with determination and hunger. Words exchanged, money given, I waited. There were two orders, one for my lovely company, and one for me. Sitting on the stools chatting with my wonderful company waiting for my Butter Chicken Box listed under the specials, most of me in the conversation, but a part of me reserved solely for counting down the minutes until I could obtain the Butter Chicken Box and regain my HP and find my joy in life. Then, my name was called, and I found the aromas that made me get up in the morning; the flavors and spices that powered me through my day and unconscious dreams. I finally had in my possession the answer for why I slaved all my days away working. However, I noticed that the box did not even come with a cute chopstick that stuck straight up from the side of the box that my friend had (which, is actually a bad gesture to do in some areas of Asia, ahem* Southeast Asian street food Noodlebox...). I was quickly disregarded after being told that my Special Butter Chicken Box came with a separate box for my naan bread (less than ten pieces of misshapenned questionably oblong pieces of flat bread). I thought to myself, perhaps these people have had a long day, and considering there is a box of take out chopsticks, I should get them myself--after all, why else would I have been bestowed the power of legs and walking, had it not been for this very day (January 20, 2018) to grab my own chopsticks. Alas, I was on my way with my bag of two take out boxes (Butter Chicken Box!!!) and the chopsticks that I had grabbed. Eons later after having found a parking spot somewhere else unimportant, I was able to eat my grub (still warm, all good--for now). Realizing my hunger, I tore open the chopstick pack and opened the takeway box, ready for my life's sustenance. I smelt the familiar scents and immediately starting feasting. At first all was well, and then the deeper I dove into this somewhat densely packed small container the gut feeling attacked. I felt something was off. I started chewing slower, really trying to feel the textures, then I noticed that what made my Butter Chicken Box "Special" was the "Special" lack of protein. I put my years of chopstick experience to the greatest test as I searched for my chicken! But yeah, no chicken was found, no bock bocks to be heard in this box of rice and butter chicken wannabe. I do not employ the mindset of regrets, but peeps, I paid like $14.70 for some naan and rice soaked in butter chicken shower water. I get that the place is called Noodlebox, not Ricebox, but I don't want to get into that, my butter rice box only gave me enough cals to type this much. Have a great day by not getting the butter chicken box y'all. read more

Since my original review of Noodle Box, I have returned several times to fulfill a need for stir fry. Unfortunately, Noodle box has slowly progressed from a place I would seek out and recommend to others to a place that now needs improvement. The concept of Noodle Box hasn't changed, there are rice or noodle based stir fry options that you get to choose a meat (or meat alternative) and a spice level that can range from mild to incredibly hot (but still with flavour). There are still several options from King Pao to Spicy Peanut to Green Curry and more. Importantly, the dishes are still somewhat customizable/adaptable to be made gluten free or if you want extra meat or another addition such as to add an egg on top. However, what has negatively changed is the speed of service, cost and significant reduction of meat and veggies. Noodle Box is a place where food is made to order. As a result, there is some wait time which is understandable. However, I would still hope an order would take less than 15 minutes to make. My average wait time on my last 3 visits was closer to 20-25 min. Also, Noodle Box is now accepting orders made by phone. Unfortunately, on the last 2 visits, these phone orders have received priority over the orders from people that are in the restaurant. One time it caused my order to take 25 minutes (even though I had my order in first) and in my last visit, while I was eating my meal in, I saw many people bumped to fulfill phone orders causing them significant wait times. One thing I found odd, in some cases some of the phone orders were made for times significantly in advance (i.e. pickup time of 6:35pm, but they order was on the counter waiting at 6:10pm). Not only does having a food order made so far in advance give time for the food to get cold, but it caused increased wait times for people that were in the restaurant physically and ordered first. When I wrote my first review on Noodle Box in 2012, the average cost of a box was $11-12. Now, the price has increased by $1-2. It's not too much of an increase, and normally I would not bring up such an item (as food costs can go up as time goes on); however, I have noticed the amount of veggie and meat included in the box has reduced significantly over the last 1.5-2 years. As a result, the meals to live up to their name of being a noodle box, but really I think most people want a stir fry. With this said, the boxes can be noodle heavy, but 85%+ of noodles seems to be a bit much (this is ever with asking for additional veggies. Additionally, on orders involving chicken, most boxes only seem to get 1/4-1/2 a breast. If it is a "full breast" it is some of the smallest I have seen. To add to this, Noodle Box gives you the option of choosing free range chicken for $3 more. To be honest, with the small size of chicken included, the additional cost is not justified. With all this said, I will try Noodle box again to see if these items will change over time, but it most certainly will not be in the near future. read more

High in price and low in quality! Ordered two Kung Pao noodles to go, only to come home to have Kung Pao soup. Both orders were drowning in sauce that it made the noodles and vegetables so soggy that it couldn't even be eaten. If they had some quality control over their cooking and service then such horrible experiences like this wouldn't happen. read more

I hope for those of you who are ceilac or have a gluten intolerance know this place is not gluten free. My boyfriend who has a gluten intolerant learnt it the hard way. Its not the noodles that are the problem, its the sauces that the noodles are drenched in that are. The sauces like pad Thai, teriyaki, black bean sauces are NOT gluten free. Along with that, their noodles are really bland which is probably why they offer fish sauce soy sauce (which some have gluten BTW) and hot sauces on the side. I'd say go to fresh bowl for more flavorful experience and actual tiger prawns not the tiny smelly ones you get here and they have gluten free sauces and noodles. I seriously wish the noodle box dont call themselves gluten free because they're not. Just because they serve rice noodles. read more

Two weeks ago, we ordered a number of noodle box take-outs and took them to the beach as a family. Katie has celiac disease and as such has a very serious gluten allergy. She obviously ordered a gluten free box. The Noodle Box (Kitsilano) mis-labeled our dinners (they write with a sharpie on the box) and as such Katie consumed considerable amount of gluten. Things happen. People make mistakes. In this case it was quite serious, but again we're understanding people. So I wrote them a friendly email outlining what had taken place. They sent me a two line message back 6 days later which read (in it's entirety): "Really sorry to hear that. Is she ok?". Eat there at your own risk. read more

we've been eating here forever and I've just become a yelper so I feel like I need to share my love/hate relationship with this place. Love: The food - good heat nice chewy noodles The spicey peanut box satay's Hate: The wait IInconsistencly - sometimes if really sauce, sometimes its dry - good both ways but I want to know what I'm getting the sell out of satays really early really it's more of a love/love relationship, who am I kidding read more

Ordered from foodora and not only did it take an hour to prepare the food but when it arrived we were extremely disappointed. I had ordered the spicy peanut noodles with beef and quite literally there were only two tiny pieces of beef in the entire batch of noodles. Pretty unacceptable when they charged almost $5 extra to add beef. Complete ripoff. read more

I love Noodle Box... well- I used to... back when it was a quaint place in Victoria. Now that it has expanded the service and food seems to have gone down hill. I love a good hipster joint, but at this location the staff are quite rude, and I have experienced a couple of orders that were incorrect with no apologies from staff. This is a good spot to go to for take out or a quick lunch. read more

Noodle Box offers very good, substantial portions of SEA noodle take-out. This resto is also more green than most - no plastic bag unless you ask, bamboo forks, separate bins for recyclables, etc. A few missteps keep it from being extraordinary, but we'll see what happens with subsequent visits. We stopped at Noodle Box for a quick meal before the fireworks. At 9pm there weren't many "eat-in" dinners left, but they did a brisk business of take-out while we were there. I had the Cambodian Jungle curry and my partner had the Chili Plum noodles. Both were very tasty and generously sized portions. The heat in the curry was perfect, but both sauces felt a bit "heavy" by the time we finished the bowls. There was lots of chicken, but I had expected a bit more veg in my bowl. There's an extra veg option on the menu, but at $2.50, I won't be opting for that any time soon. Also, the Noodle Box charges $0.50 for substitutions. I'm sure they have a rationale for it, but as a person with allergies, it's a bit annoying. Most of their boxes come with wheat-noodles as the default, and I need to order the rice noodles. Come on -- you're going to charge me extra for that? While I think the $10 noodle boxes seem fair value to me but the more expensive ones -- there are boxes approaching $15 -- do seem overpriced. I'll be back to Noodle Box. I need some place for reliable take-out when I'm working late. But I'm missing my beloved neighbourhood noodle joint from TO, which offered lots of veg and unlimited customization and huge portions, and I'm still searching for the perfect substitute. (Recommendations in Fairview/Kits welcome.) read more

The serving sizes are huge and the selection is pretty good. I like how you can customise/mix and match what you would like but it is quite pricey for the quality of food served read more

First timer experience here. I was walking down 4th with a friend looking for a good pho restaurant to stop in at and didn't see too many options as we traveled. We seemed to have passed quite a few driving, but they magically disappeared when we parked and walked back down 4th. The locations seemed to have been replaced with Chinese/Greek/Parisian/Indian/Japanese restaurants. I can't explain this at all. So, we walked by and I was lured in by the site of people hunkered over bowls of noodles, and poppin' music flowing out the door. This place is slightly hipster with slightly industrial décor and younguns in Volcom gear serving up noodles in a bowl, but I bet they would serve it in a box if you asked. I got the peanut noodle bowl, since that's what made this place popular, but there were other great looking eats. I got it medium spicy which is 3 stars. There are the 4 star and 5 star, but per the dude behind the counter 3 was plenty heat, and he's not Nordic so I took his word for it. 3 star was perfect. I wouldn't go any higher since I like to taste the food and not the sting. It was a large portion of noodles, veggies, and shrimp (added for extra $). I would recommend and will hope to come again. This was a great first experience. read more

Noodlebox - Asian Fusion Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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A fun, positive vibe in there, always. Love this place! The noodles and flavors are so delish, always enjoyable. Have enjoyed dining in and taking out, both great. Highly recommended! read more

I found the conditions of the place unsanitary. the gentleman that took our order was playing with his nose. One of the chefs in the back awas constantly sneezing. I order the spicy peanut noodle and my hubby ordered the cambodian jungle curry. Big portions..YES...taste...bland and just flavourless. read more

bleagh. Flavours for my malysia style noodles was terrible for the price. I think it's because it's in Kits and they aren't that many asian places but I guess coming from Richmond, BC -- there are way better noodles for a much more reasonable price. I can see why people think the area is cool though. read more

My husband and I had the spicy peanut noodle box once and never change the order from that time. We really like the way that they serve it! We usually get one and ask for serve in two separate bowl. That is good for 2 person! If you are looking for a fast service when you are hungry, noodle box is a great place to go! read more

Quite substantial portions. My mates seemed to love their food, mine wasn't as spicy as I hoped for. But then again, I am a chili freak! Worth a second try if I'm in that part of the hood again. read more

This place just opened on Robson & Homer and so far i'm a huge fan. For fast, healthy take out you cannot beat it. Phone ahead the place is always packed. read more

I have gone to this location everytime I come to vancouver for a trip, absolutely love the food and the restaurant always has a nice vibe! The service is pleasant and I'm always satisfied. Will continue to come back and will spread word about this place! read more

Updating my review because I got a personal response from the owner who was very professional and had good customer service. We gave noodlebox another try and it was much better this time! My friend was happy with her teriyaki and the spicy peanut was as delicious as I remembered from previous trips. We may have caught the kitchen on a bad day last time but they seem to have stepped it up! I'll keep coming back for my spicy peanut fix. read more

They will always be 5 stars for me but I just have to point out that it appears Noodle Box are only stellar for their noodles only cuz last night, I ventured and had their fried rice dish called Malay Style Fried Rice (Nasi Goreng) and it was not up to par and kinda lacked taste and I went for medium heat, yep, I went for it and though it had a burn, it lacked flavour. But the amount of chicken and giant prawns in my takeout box was unreal, way generous for the $11 that they charged. So my frens, the verdict is, eat noodles only at Noodle Box, duh to me! read more

This is a great place to eat! Great food, great atmosphere! Great people! Will be brining my family next time. I was worried that the food would be too spicy for my kids but they ask you the level you would like, which is great! There was lots of street parking on both sides of the street if your driving. read more

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Yum...can get almost every noodle dish made gluten free! The kids noodle bowl is made perfectly plain just as most kids would want it and it's even licensed (yay)! I mentioned it's yummy right? read more

Amazing food, every time: Orders are always correct and yummy. The cooks are pro and fun to watch. The only downside is that they tend to be a little heavy on the sauce for the Chili Plum entree, but part of that is that the Singapore noodles won't soak up extra sauce like rice would. Spicyness of any dish can be altered, and the medium spicy is as hot ad you'd get for dishes in Thailand (which most restaurants won't do here). Great value for the cost and handy to take on a picnic on the beach! read more

The Noodle Box Vancouver is a great place to get quick and yummy eats, Be warned if you want to add any time of meat the cost goes up $2. An average meal can cost you around $13. The noodles are yummy and a great treat. Tomorrowm I will visit again since I'm yelping about yummy noodles... only fair =) read more

A good massive amount of noodles. Very little toppings. I usually get the spicy peanut dish. It's nothing spectacular but when you're in the mood for fast noodles that aren't greasy this will do. read more

Been coming here four years and I am telling you if you get the Tom Yum soup you MUST ask for Brendan to make it or at least the way he does it...like the best Tom Yum I have ever had! And this visit we had the pleasure of Mariana going me the extra mile, she is so sweet, yet another reason to come back!! Thanks Noodle Box, you have restored my faith! read more

so good. Don't go here for authentic asian food, this is fast, delicious asian fusion at its best (at least in this city) It's a little pricey and always so busy but yumm yumm read more

Love the concept, design and atmosphere... unfortunately the food is consistently bland. They need help getting their seasoning balanced.

Two of us ordered the spring rolls, Black Bean & Garlic Stir Fry, and Tom Yum soup, and asked for the 2nd lowest of 6 spice levels. The Tom Yum soup was too spicy to eat, and we both enjoy a good bit of heat. Seemed almost absurd to call it a 2 out 6 for heat. Not very many vegetables to speak of. LOTS of noodles. The Black Bean & Garlic Stir Fry mostly just tasted like salt. I love salty food, and I love those little salted black beans, but this was just way too salty to be enjoyable, even for me. The menu had said there would be asian greens in the stir fry, the only greens I saw were a sprinkling of green onions. There were a few slices of bok choi stem. Essentially a very large bowl of salty noodles, for $11.50, almost ridiculously over-priced if you ask me.... The spring rolls were yummy. We were not even able to halfway finish the two main dishes. I politely but thoroughly gave this feedback to the young guy behind the counter and he kind of shrugged and said he would try and tell the manager, later. I left feeling ripped off, salted and very thirsty. Wouldn't recommend this to anyone. read more

We used to love this place but it seems to going down :( Did a take out of our favourite dish (spicy peanut sauce). The meat was hard and flavourless, the source was bland too. All that for the not cheap price of $40. read more

The Noodle Box is a good place for a quick bite. For approx $15 (tax incl) you get enough food for two meals. They make the noodle dishes fresh in front of you. I had the spicy peanut (mild, because I'm a suck for spice). If you are expecting authentic food, this isn't the place to go. If you want a quick bite (with left overs) that's made fresh for you, this is a great place to go! read more

I have been eating at Noodle Box for a few years. The food is consistently good. I'm sure others will point out that the food is not "authentic" and that they had a better Jungle Curry when they were backpacking in Cambodia and it only cost 20 cents. But that doesn't help me because I cannot transport myself to the jungles of Cambodia. Until then, Noodle Box is fine. read more

I usually always loove noodle box... but I can't say the same about this location. Every time my coworkers or myself go there, we always get spicy peanut. It's sometimes good, but usually way to bland and has no spice... or when we order a medium spice , it's extra extra spicy. it's very disappointing not knowing what to order when it's never consistant we work down the block and would order way more often, if we are able to expect a flavourful experience every time. read more

This place might not be as cheap as your typical Asian Fusion places but at least you know your not eating your neighbors animals. I love hot and spicy food and this place doesn't disappoint. I think they might have miss measured the hotness a time or two because I think my digestive system shut down, but in the end the flavor was more than worth it. Everything I have tired so far I have liked. You will most likely not leave hungry, usually I leave pretty full and still have leftovers. So what some have said about it being expensive, $14.00 for a meal and a half... In Vancouver, the most over priced city on the west coast??? Forget about it... read more

I'm usually an advocate for Noodlebox. That being said, I ordered Teriyaki box with chicken add extra side of beef. I literally counted 3 pieces of chicken and 2 pieces of beef, but I sure got lots of sauce and noodles. Step up the consistency... read more