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Nestled into the burgeoning and ever-changing Baldwin Street restaurant strip, PanPan Noodle Bar is a worthwhile stop before embarking on a night out on the town. Upon ordering, the waitress brought over some complimentary hot and spicy Szechuan peanuts which were a nice appetizer and quite addictive too. The Original Sesame Noodles were good. They packed a punch with a gamut of delicious flavours. You are given options for various add-ons when ordering. Next time here I'll try the Wuhan Style Siu Mai, Sticky Rice Crepe and Sago Taro Sweet Soup! Finally the black and white pandas painted on the red wall were a cute added touch to really give the space some character with wall murals. Lookout for Er Shun and Da Mao!
3.5 Stars. Another spot featuring Wuhan-style Sesame Noodles which I'm obsessed with for the past 2 years. For me they didn't quite nail the sauce as well as Markham's WuhanNoodle 1950 but it was still pretty good and I rounded them up to the same 4 stars due to other scoring points. Admirable that they sell the signature dish at the same price despite the higher rent district and greater investment in look/feel of the place. They also have a more interesting supporting menu & seasonal specials. Other comparisons to WN1950: the sauce is darker and more sticky - resembling a Mee Goreng in texture - it's harder to mix but coats the noodles better once distributed. The noodles were extra firm - I think more from the density of the dough rather than being less cooked - it will please firm noodle fans while some may object to this level of chewiness. Like WN1950, the portion is more snack-size than a stand alone meal. I ate it quickly in the street so I could taste them fresh for fair comparison, although I don't really like eating outside as there's not the same intensity of the smell, so I still may not have gotten them at their best. I've wanted to return here for a while but ironically I have the Corona Virus to thank for the extra days off and easier street parking which made it much more convenient. I hope they resume Eat-in while I'm still on reduced schedule so I can properly taste the full-topping version and some of the other dishes for a more complete picture.
Came here on a Saturday for lunch right when they the store just opened. I could tell they were getting busy with group of crowds coming in. This is a great fast food place for those that work around the area. I ordered the: PanPan's signature sesame lover Base: rice noodle Toppings: pickled cowgrass, shredded chicken breast Level of spice: reg spicy Comes with garlic, green onion & cilantro I like how you can choose the kind of noodle you want. The food was fairly good. I thought that the reg spicy was just right, even tho I drank a few glasses of water, I enjoyed the spice level. The toppings and chicken was also delicious and went well with the noodle. You have to mix the toppings/noodles/sesame sauce really well or all the sauce will be at the bottom and your food will taste dry. Overall, I had a good experience dining in at Panpan Noodle Bar. Staff was very attentive and friendly. I would come back if I'm around the area and try their other dishes.
Situated on the second floor is a noodle bar with origins based in Hunan. As the staff told us, all noodles are made from their recipe which makes their noodles stand alone from all others in the city. Top that my friends. I tried an incredible variety from their menu. Everything was delicious. I prefer things with a light spice but they are more than happy to change the spice level. Highlights from their menu include the vermicelli noodles with beef brisket, the sticky rice crepe that I've never had before. This was intriguing and delicious. I also had sui mai which had this fresh, homemade taste. Dessert was fascinating. I don't even know how to describe it other than if you go - try both. One was a purple fried yam thing - this circular disc was crisp and sweet - like a thick fried sweet potato . Amazing yet visually maybe the most unappealing but hands down my favourite thing. Warm, gooey, chewy sweetness that you dip in this powder which I think was told it was a green bean dust thing (I might have that part wrong but whatever that is --- wow!!) I would absolutely order this again. Fabulous customer service. Check the site for hours as they are not open very late.
Another great addition to Baldwin Village, PanPan Noodle Bar serves comfort food from Wuhan, China. I was not exactly sure what type of cuisine this is, so I was very curious and excited to try! It is located on the 2nd floor, right above Light Cafe. Unfortunately, there is no elevator, just a narrow flight of stairs. My friend managed to bring a stroller up ;) Anything for good food really lol. PanPan specializes in dry noodles mixed with a variety of aromatic sauces. Most popular ones would be the Sesame Lover and the Dry Hot Crab (3 chili pepper kind of hot!) Both IMO very delicious - the crab one pretty much won everyone's heart at my table ;) For the Sesame Lover, you can choose from traditional Wuhan styled housemade noodles, rice noodles or wide vermicelli. The housemade noodles are very light, and cooked al dente. If you prefer your noodles a tad softer, go for the rice noodles or wide vermicelli. I would also recommend the following: - Wuhan style siu mai (4 pcs) - dumpling made with sticky rice, diced mushrooms, and meat (I forgot if it was pork or chicken, sorry). - Sticky rice pancake - covered with a layer of egg on top, the sticky rice on the bottom along with delicious ingredients - Soft Inside (2 pcs) - a fried mochi like dessert, comes with a housemade sweet dipping powder on the side Overall, a very satisfying meal. Thank you so much for the delicious food and excellent service :) I would certainly come back again! P.S. make sure you save room for dessert! The rice wine soup dessert was very light and enjoyable!
Saw the sign on Baldwin street that this noodle place just opened and as part of their grand opening, there is a discount of 20% on everything on their menu. Cash only! This new resto is located right above Light Cafe and serves mainly noodles. I heard this place wasn't due to open this soon so it was a surprise to see an opening sign on the street. The restaurant has mostly of 2 to 4 seats table. There is a big red wall on one side with cute drawing of pandas making and eating noodles. Ordered the beef noodle brisket "Drowning Bull" for $10.99 and the Meat Noodle volcano for $8.99. The beef noodle brisket soup base is delicious but a tad salty. There were only three brisket pieces and I think most of them were tendon so therefore, the Meat was kind of chewy. I guess this is the standard for many places to have so little piece of meat. The meat noodle volcano was well presented with lovely colour combination of thinly sliced carrot. I really like the Meat with the noodle despite how little it was. Both dishes were medium sized so I would consider these two dishes to be just as snacks as opposed to a full meal. With so much competiton around the neighborhood, I really hope this restaurant survives.
Having scoured the city for good eats, pan pan noodle bar was such a win. With a small entrance leading to the second floor, it's easy to miss being nestled in Baldwin St., adjacent to many good eats that line the road. But just like Alice in Wonderland, follow the rabbit hole (or panda hole in this case), and you'll be in for a treat! Let's start with pricing. This type of pricing still exists in Toronto ?! For as low as $7.99 you get your money's worth for a kick ass large bowl of their signature noodles. Let's be real here, with the recent minimum wage hike, even McDonald's increased their prices. In the midst of this chaotic food price inflation, for something to cost less than McDonalds? Worth my shiny penny, please take my money. The food. Flavorful, abundant, has a hearty depth to it, this place is worth every penny if you're looking for comfort food. The noodles are chewy and cooked to perfection. Drizzled in seasoning and ingredients, the entire bowl is a jolt to your senses, especially if you're looking for a traditional savory spicy treat. It's exactly the type of food I would go to if I was still a student looking for a filling and homey meal on a budget. Traditional, unique, and bang for hour buck. What more can one ask for? Even though it's my first visit, I was lucky enough to have met the owner who is very cheerful and personable. He leaves you laughing and is extremely hospitable and mentioned the menu was recently revamped as he's continually looking for improvement and making sure his food is top notch and a true reflection of the origin. Saying it is one thing, doing it is another. In uniform and rolling up his sleeves, you know this is a sign of true dedication and quality control when you see the owner entering the kitchen himself and bring hands-on. It's no wonder the food is so good. Mad respect. Atmosphere mirrors the owners personality as well as the food served...welcome home. The cleanliness is on point and the space is warm and inviting. What more is there to say? Definitely a place worth revisiting. Curious? Then give this place a try. It's well worth the price for a hearty meal and drink. $7.99...still in awe at their pricing which is well priced below the market.
Love this chinese noodle joint's spicy hot-dry noodle! Simply just so delicious! Im been super curious to try out this place, and we finally went to check it out. See the photos for the delicious noodle pull~ Super close to AGO, around a 5 min walk from St. Patrick TTC Station. PanPan Noodle Bar is famous for their signature sesame lover noodle with their delicious sesame sauce + spicy chilli sauce! It's simply garnished with my favvv green onions, it's definitely the noodle to-crave for!! Make sure to mix up the noodle to coat it with all the sauces that's at the bottom of the bowl. The thick noodle has a super nice chew that complimented the sauces amazingly. They also serve spicy peanuts on the side too, I added in some of them to mix in with the noodle, and adds a great crunch! They also have a variety choice of side dishes, and we tried out the sticker rice crepe which tasted like Taiwanese glutinous rice with a thin layer of pan-fried crepe top. it's delicious just on its own without any sauce too~ Lots of seating, large portion, the price is also a uper cheap and affordable. Definitely coming back Sesame Lover Original - $7.99 Sticky Rice Crepe - $5.99
Classic noodle joint on baldwin street. Noodles are a little overcooked and chicken breast was cold. Also noodles were not pre-mixed before serving so we had to mix ourselves.
We came here for a Saturday lunch and it was almost all full. We were seated fairly quickly and were given some spicy peanuts when seated, but no water. There was only one waitress during this busy time. We had just started looking at the menu but then the waitress came and asked us what we wanted to order. We didn't even look through the whole menu yet, but since the menu was only one sided we just scanned through it quickly. We ordered one sesame lover with regular noodles and then we asked the waitress what would she recommend. She said sesame lover. We ordered one already so obviously we wanted something else. But since we were starving, so we ordered another sesame lover with rice noodles. We didn't want to add any toppings but the waitress was like "No toppings!?!" so one we added chicken and one we added beef brisket. It took a while for the food to come (~30 mins). We were confused why it would take so long just to make 2 bowls of noodles. The bowl with regular noodles and beef brisket had much more noodles and was much hotter than the one with rice noodles and chicken. The regular noodles were okay, but the rice noodles were extremely soft and overcooked. The beef brisket was all tendons, no meat. The chicken was also very dry and tough. The sauce is okay, very strong sesame taste. The worst part - THERES LOTS OF MSG IN THE NOODLES. After eating here, we had ice cream and drank lots of water, BUT WE WERE STILL THIRSTY FOR HOURS.
Hidden spot, located on the second storey above the trendy Light Cafe. We went on the weekend for an early dinner and were the only customers in the restaurant. As a result, service was great! I ordered the meat sauce sesame lover noodles and my boyfriend ordered the pulled chicken sesame lover noodles. Both were delicious! The meat sauce noodles were a lot more saucy than the chicken. As a snack on the side, we were given a little bowl of peanuts with numbing chili peppers. The staff turned on soothing Chinese music once we started eating, which set a nice ambiance. We didn't understand the Mandarin lyrics since we are Canto, but we really liked the music. We wanted to try the hot dry crab noodles, but sadly they were not available. We will definitely be back!
Second visit was as good as the first! The signature sesame lover dish is the Wuhan style Ren Jan Mien. Not sure if I am saying it correctly, but it's a delicious noodle dish that is tossed in a sesame based sauce which gives it a creamy texture. They always recommend to mix well to coat all the noodles appropriately. You have the choice of noodles, but I've found the flat rice noodles to offer the perfect surface area to cover the rich sauce. I would recommend including all their free topping options and to add sliced beef. Also don't forget the chili oil for the right kick it blends amazingly well for a mouthwatering taste. It's the perfect filling yet light meal especially for a hot and humid summer. The staff are friendly and very happy to walk through the menu for first timers and to give recommendations. However, if you order their signature dish let's just say you can't go wrong!!
Wow what a horrible experience. Me and my son walked in and they presented a tiny plate with peanuts ... which were super hard and stale. So I ordered the sesame noodles with shredded chicken. Wonton soup as well... it turned out to be pork and we had to return it. Thankfully they did not charge us. The noodles on the other hand... omg what a horrible after taste. It was like they were packaged from 1930s and then boiled. The after taste was horrible even though the dish looked delicious after mixing it. I'm sorry but I will never be returning here again. Sorry pan pan...
They serves truly authentic Wuhan flavours. The dry stir fry noodles are packed with aroma and so comforting and the soft inside dessert is a must try, crispy outside, chewy inside and very addictive. Portions are generous, the prices are very affordable and the service is excellent, friendly and attentive. Such a great spot for a quick satisfying meal. I will definitely be back and highly recommend. read more
Pan Pan Noodle Bar offers a great deal with a bowl, a side, and a drink for under $16! Their signature dish is the pan-fried noodles, but my personal favorite is their burning noodles. You can choose your own toppings and spice level--I recommend the braised tofu, minced pork, and beef brisket, which are surprisingly tender and juicy. Other must-tries include the beef skewers (tender and meaty with a slight fatty taste), the saliva chicken (spicy but not overwhelming) and the crispy and juicy chicken cartilage! read more
Pan Pan Noodle Bar is tucked away on the second floor of a building on Baldwin, above Light Cafe, and can be easily missed by passersby. Their signature dish is the Wuhan style sesame lover hot dry noodle. They also offer snacks, cold plates, drinks and other noodle mains. Some of their dishes cater to vegetarians. In my first visit I ordered the Sesame Lover with Beef Brisket. The noodles tasted good, with the rich sesame sauce, but unfortunately the beef brisket was tough. The pickled cowpea free topping was a nice addition. In my second visit, I ordered the Sesame Lover Original and the Wuhan Style Siu Mai. The sesame sauce in the dry noodle dish was not as rich as compared to the first visit. The Wuhan Style Sui Mai dumpling wrap was on the dry side. Service was ok. Street parking available. No credit cards accepted. At the time of this writing, 20% discount for cash payment. TLDR; tasty Wuhan style dry noodle with sesame sauce read more
2 years ago
Nestled into the burgeoning and ever-changing Baldwin Street restaurant strip, PanPan Noodle Bar is a worthwhile stop before embarking on a night out on the town. Upon ordering, the waitress brought over some complimentary hot and spicy Szechuan peanuts which were a nice appetizer and quite addictive too. The Original Sesame Noodles were good. They packed a punch with a gamut of delicious flavours. You are given options for various add-ons when ordering. Next time here I'll try the Wuhan Style Siu Mai, Sticky Rice Crepe and Sago Taro Sweet Soup! Finally the black and white pandas painted on the red wall were a cute added touch to really give the space some character with wall murals. Lookout for Er Shun and Da Mao! read more
3.5 Stars. Another spot featuring Wuhan-style Sesame Noodles which I'm obsessed with for the past 2 years. For me they didn't quite nail the sauce as well as Markham's WuhanNoodle 1950 but it was still pretty good and I rounded them up to the same 4 stars due to other scoring points. Admirable that they sell the signature dish at the same price despite the higher rent district and greater investment in look/feel of the place. They also have a more interesting supporting menu & seasonal specials. Other comparisons to WN1950: the sauce is darker and more sticky - resembling a Mee Goreng in texture - it's harder to mix but coats the noodles better once distributed. The noodles were extra firm - I think more from the density of the dough rather than being less cooked - it will please firm noodle fans while some may object to this level of chewiness. Like WN1950, the portion is more snack-size than a stand alone meal. I ate it quickly in the street so I could taste them fresh for fair comparison, although I don't really like eating outside as there's not the same intensity of the smell, so I still may not have gotten them at their best. I've wanted to return here for a while but ironically I have the Corona Virus to thank for the extra days off and easier street parking which made it much more convenient. I hope they resume Eat-in while I'm still on reduced schedule so I can properly taste the full-topping version and some of the other dishes for a more complete picture. read more
Came here on a Saturday for lunch right when they the store just opened. I could tell they were getting busy with group of crowds coming in. This is a great fast food place for those that work around the area. I ordered the: PanPan's signature sesame lover Base: rice noodle Toppings: pickled cowgrass, shredded chicken breast Level of spice: reg spicy Comes with garlic, green onion & cilantro I like how you can choose the kind of noodle you want. The food was fairly good. I thought that the reg spicy was just right, even tho I drank a few glasses of water, I enjoyed the spice level. The toppings and chicken was also delicious and went well with the noodle. You have to mix the toppings/noodles/sesame sauce really well or all the sauce will be at the bottom and your food will taste dry. Overall, I had a good experience dining in at Panpan Noodle Bar. Staff was very attentive and friendly. I would come back if I'm around the area and try their other dishes. read more
9 years ago
Situated on the second floor is a noodle bar with origins based in Hunan. As the staff told us, all noodles are made from their recipe which makes their noodles stand alone from all others in the city. Top that my friends. I tried an incredible variety from their menu. Everything was delicious. I prefer things with a light spice but they are more than happy to change the spice level. Highlights from their menu include the vermicelli noodles with beef brisket, the sticky rice crepe that I've never had before. This was intriguing and delicious. I also had sui mai which had this fresh, homemade taste. Dessert was fascinating. I don't even know how to describe it other than if you go - try both. One was a purple fried yam thing - this circular disc was crisp and sweet - like a thick fried sweet potato . Amazing yet visually maybe the most unappealing but hands down my favourite thing. Warm, gooey, chewy sweetness that you dip in this powder which I think was told it was a green bean dust thing (I might have that part wrong but whatever that is --- wow!!) I would absolutely order this again. Fabulous customer service. Check the site for hours as they are not open very late. read more
9 years ago
Another great addition to Baldwin Village, PanPan Noodle Bar serves comfort food from Wuhan, China. I was not exactly sure what type of cuisine this is, so I was very curious and excited to try! It is located on the 2nd floor, right above Light Cafe. Unfortunately, there is no elevator, just a narrow flight of stairs. My friend managed to bring a stroller up ;) Anything for good food really lol. PanPan specializes in dry noodles mixed with a variety of aromatic sauces. Most popular ones would be the Sesame Lover and the Dry Hot Crab (3 chili pepper kind of hot!) Both IMO very delicious - the crab one pretty much won everyone's heart at my table ;) For the Sesame Lover, you can choose from traditional Wuhan styled housemade noodles, rice noodles or wide vermicelli. The housemade noodles are very light, and cooked al dente. If you prefer your noodles a tad softer, go for the rice noodles or wide vermicelli. I would also recommend the following: - Wuhan style siu mai (4 pcs) - dumpling made with sticky rice, diced mushrooms, and meat (I forgot if it was pork or chicken, sorry). - Sticky rice pancake - covered with a layer of egg on top, the sticky rice on the bottom along with delicious ingredients - Soft Inside (2 pcs) - a fried mochi like dessert, comes with a housemade sweet dipping powder on the side Overall, a very satisfying meal. Thank you so much for the delicious food and excellent service :) I would certainly come back again! P.S. make sure you save room for dessert! The rice wine soup dessert was very light and enjoyable! read more
Saw the sign on Baldwin street that this noodle place just opened and as part of their grand opening, there is a discount of 20% on everything on their menu. Cash only! This new resto is located right above Light Cafe and serves mainly noodles. I heard this place wasn't due to open this soon so it was a surprise to see an opening sign on the street. The restaurant has mostly of 2 to 4 seats table. There is a big red wall on one side with cute drawing of pandas making and eating noodles. Ordered the beef noodle brisket "Drowning Bull" for $10.99 and the Meat Noodle volcano for $8.99. The beef noodle brisket soup base is delicious but a tad salty. There were only three brisket pieces and I think most of them were tendon so therefore, the Meat was kind of chewy. I guess this is the standard for many places to have so little piece of meat. The meat noodle volcano was well presented with lovely colour combination of thinly sliced carrot. I really like the Meat with the noodle despite how little it was. Both dishes were medium sized so I would consider these two dishes to be just as snacks as opposed to a full meal. With so much competiton around the neighborhood, I really hope this restaurant survives. read more
7 years ago
Having scoured the city for good eats, pan pan noodle bar was such a win. With a small entrance leading to the second floor, it's easy to miss being nestled in Baldwin St., adjacent to many good eats that line the road. But just like Alice in Wonderland, follow the rabbit hole (or panda hole in this case), and you'll be in for a treat! Let's start with pricing. This type of pricing still exists in Toronto ?! For as low as $7.99 you get your money's worth for a kick ass large bowl of their signature noodles. Let's be real here, with the recent minimum wage hike, even McDonald's increased their prices. In the midst of this chaotic food price inflation, for something to cost less than McDonalds? Worth my shiny penny, please take my money. The food. Flavorful, abundant, has a hearty depth to it, this place is worth every penny if you're looking for comfort food. The noodles are chewy and cooked to perfection. Drizzled in seasoning and ingredients, the entire bowl is a jolt to your senses, especially if you're looking for a traditional savory spicy treat. It's exactly the type of food I would go to if I was still a student looking for a filling and homey meal on a budget. Traditional, unique, and bang for hour buck. What more can one ask for? Even though it's my first visit, I was lucky enough to have met the owner who is very cheerful and personable. He leaves you laughing and is extremely hospitable and mentioned the menu was recently revamped as he's continually looking for improvement and making sure his food is top notch and a true reflection of the origin. Saying it is one thing, doing it is another. In uniform and rolling up his sleeves, you know this is a sign of true dedication and quality control when you see the owner entering the kitchen himself and bring hands-on. It's no wonder the food is so good. Mad respect. Atmosphere mirrors the owners personality as well as the food served...welcome home. The cleanliness is on point and the space is warm and inviting. What more is there to say? Definitely a place worth revisiting. Curious? Then give this place a try. It's well worth the price for a hearty meal and drink. $7.99...still in awe at their pricing which is well priced below the market. read more
Love this chinese noodle joint's spicy hot-dry noodle! Simply just so delicious! Im been super curious to try out this place, and we finally went to check it out. See the photos for the delicious noodle pull~ Super close to AGO, around a 5 min walk from St. Patrick TTC Station. PanPan Noodle Bar is famous for their signature sesame lover noodle with their delicious sesame sauce + spicy chilli sauce! It's simply garnished with my favvv green onions, it's definitely the noodle to-crave for!! Make sure to mix up the noodle to coat it with all the sauces that's at the bottom of the bowl. The thick noodle has a super nice chew that complimented the sauces amazingly. They also serve spicy peanuts on the side too, I added in some of them to mix in with the noodle, and adds a great crunch! They also have a variety choice of side dishes, and we tried out the sticker rice crepe which tasted like Taiwanese glutinous rice with a thin layer of pan-fried crepe top. it's delicious just on its own without any sauce too~ Lots of seating, large portion, the price is also a uper cheap and affordable. Definitely coming back Sesame Lover Original - $7.99 Sticky Rice Crepe - $5.99 read more
7 years ago
Classic noodle joint on baldwin street. Noodles are a little overcooked and chicken breast was cold. Also noodles were not pre-mixed before serving so we had to mix ourselves. read more
8 years ago
We came here for a Saturday lunch and it was almost all full. We were seated fairly quickly and were given some spicy peanuts when seated, but no water. There was only one waitress during this busy time. We had just started looking at the menu but then the waitress came and asked us what we wanted to order. We didn't even look through the whole menu yet, but since the menu was only one sided we just scanned through it quickly. We ordered one sesame lover with regular noodles and then we asked the waitress what would she recommend. She said sesame lover. We ordered one already so obviously we wanted something else. But since we were starving, so we ordered another sesame lover with rice noodles. We didn't want to add any toppings but the waitress was like "No toppings!?!" so one we added chicken and one we added beef brisket. It took a while for the food to come (~30 mins). We were confused why it would take so long just to make 2 bowls of noodles. The bowl with regular noodles and beef brisket had much more noodles and was much hotter than the one with rice noodles and chicken. The regular noodles were okay, but the rice noodles were extremely soft and overcooked. The beef brisket was all tendons, no meat. The chicken was also very dry and tough. The sauce is okay, very strong sesame taste. The worst part - THERES LOTS OF MSG IN THE NOODLES. After eating here, we had ice cream and drank lots of water, BUT WE WERE STILL THIRSTY FOR HOURS. read more
Hidden spot, located on the second storey above the trendy Light Cafe. We went on the weekend for an early dinner and were the only customers in the restaurant. As a result, service was great! I ordered the meat sauce sesame lover noodles and my boyfriend ordered the pulled chicken sesame lover noodles. Both were delicious! The meat sauce noodles were a lot more saucy than the chicken. As a snack on the side, we were given a little bowl of peanuts with numbing chili peppers. The staff turned on soothing Chinese music once we started eating, which set a nice ambiance. We didn't understand the Mandarin lyrics since we are Canto, but we really liked the music. We wanted to try the hot dry crab noodles, but sadly they were not available. We will definitely be back! read more
8 years ago
Second visit was as good as the first! The signature sesame lover dish is the Wuhan style Ren Jan Mien. Not sure if I am saying it correctly, but it's a delicious noodle dish that is tossed in a sesame based sauce which gives it a creamy texture. They always recommend to mix well to coat all the noodles appropriately. You have the choice of noodles, but I've found the flat rice noodles to offer the perfect surface area to cover the rich sauce. I would recommend including all their free topping options and to add sliced beef. Also don't forget the chili oil for the right kick it blends amazingly well for a mouthwatering taste. It's the perfect filling yet light meal especially for a hot and humid summer. The staff are friendly and very happy to walk through the menu for first timers and to give recommendations. However, if you order their signature dish let's just say you can't go wrong!! read more
7 years ago
Wow what a horrible experience. Me and my son walked in and they presented a tiny plate with peanuts ... which were super hard and stale. So I ordered the sesame noodles with shredded chicken. Wonton soup as well... it turned out to be pork and we had to return it. Thankfully they did not charge us. The noodles on the other hand... omg what a horrible after taste. It was like they were packaged from 1930s and then boiled. The after taste was horrible even though the dish looked delicious after mixing it. I'm sorry but I will never be returning here again. Sorry pan pan... read more
8 years ago
Two other tables but service was quite slow. When we asked for more water, they gave us a pitcher which was good for 1 full refill of each of our small cups. I ordered the dry crab noodle because it seemed most popular. It was hugely disappointing. Very plain tasting, too oily, and not balanced. It needed some crunchy fried veggies or more fresh scallions. I didn't even get a good/strong taste of the crab. The noodles did not impress me either. They were pretty hard and didn't taste fresh. I thought a noodle bar would make the noodles in house but it tasted like cheap, dry grocery store noodles. My other 3 friends got the seasame noodles with beef. They all commented that it was too plain, too much oil, too much noodles, and not enough meat. The portion was alright in size. No one finished because they just didn't like the food. I saw on instagram that if you had infinity mirror tickets, they'd give us 10% off. I showed the sever our 4 tickets and she printed our receipts. There was no discount applied... Not very attentive at all. Can't imagine this place surviving for long when there are so many better options around. read more
Panpan is located on the second floor and the group of us were attracted to this restaurant because of the decor (how can you say no to pandas plastered on the wall and stuffed animals?). The service is great and they serve every table complimentary peanuts to start. We each ordered the Sesame Lover which is their most well known dish - you can choose from noodle/rice noodle or vermicelli and range for spiciness. You have to mix in the sauce which is situated at the bottom of the bowl or it will become quite spicy near the end. Personally I found the dish to be mediocre, they were quite heavy on the peanut sauce and it became too overwhelming. We also got the Wuhan style Siu Mai. If you've been to dimsum before, I would liken this to a miniature Chiu Chow Fun Guo. Again the four of us didn't love the dish. I would say the best thing we tried was the Sticky Rice Crepe. Definitely a great appetizer to share among friends. read more
I really wanted to like it.. but I just couldn't. My friend who's normally not picky about food at all, she couldn't even finish it. Since they are known for the dry noodles, I tried their hot dry crab noodle for $13.99. There wasn't much crab meat and I couldn't taste the different layers of flavors since the noodle was way too spicy (and I love spicy food, trust me!). The noodles felt like instant noodle... My friend got their pepper blast (name check?) and same issue with the noodles. The broth had a sticky texture and no flavors at all. She basically left 90% of the food untouched lol. read more
5 years ago
We came here for a quick midday snack to satisfy our tummies before dinner. Given this intent it was a pretty good meal that we enjoyed. Definitely not a fancy date place but good for a casual meal. The staff were very friendly and we were served our noodles promptly. The portion was surprisingly large and I had trouble finishing half a bowl. The chefs may want to tone down on the salt though as it was a bit salty for my taste preferences. Recommend here for a quick bite and will be back for a lunch or something of that nature. read more
This place is great for a quick meal. The menu isn't overly complicated or long. They focus on just a few key dishes with a few sides you can order. You also start off with some complimentary spicy peanuts. I ordered the Sesame Lover with regular noodles and shredded chicken. Mine was regular spice (1 chili symbol) and I found that to be perfect for someone who can't eat too spicy (me). As expected, there's a strong sesame taste to the sauce, but be sure to mix the bowl well as the liquid is at the bottom. It's garnished with green onions, garlic, and cilantro. Unfortunately, I didn't mix my bowl well enough until near the end, but after I did, I fell in love (before then it was a 4/5 for me). The side of cucumbers I ordered was served in a sweet and lightly vinegar-like sauce. It provided some much needed crunch and complimented my sesame noodles well. The server we had was very nice to us and prompt. He seated us with no qualms even though we came in close to closing time (we were out before they closed!). As first timers he explained the menu and answered all our questions. At this time they only accept debit and cash. Hopefully they open a location in Scarborough soon! Until then, it'll be one of my top choices on Baldwin Street. read more
9 years ago
Pictured is the 'Hot Dry Crab', 'WuHan Style Sui Mai' and 'Sesame Lover' with shredded chicken breast. And for those who like some spice, this resto is perfect for those who can take the heat Food is mediocre and wouldn't say that this is something that I would find myself craving for, but definitely worth trying if you want to experience traditional WuHan style street food! P.S Be sure to try their signature 'Soft Inside' dessert! read more
9 years ago
I got the Drowning Bull (beef brisket soup noodle) and it's definitely one of the better beef noodle soups that I've had in Toronto. Broth - good flavor, not as salty as most beef noodle soups tend to be. Ask for it to come spicy! Their hot oil had great flavor. Noodles - it was nice and chewy, and cooked perfectly. Toppings - the beef was really tender and there were quite a few pieces of tendon. They were also generous with the cilantro. My husband got the Sesame Lover (hot dry noodles), which he loved but I wasn't a fan of as I found it a bit greasy. We found the portion size for to be on the slightly smaller side but it was probably a good thing as it was quite a heavy dish. Would definitely come back for the Drowning Bull! read more
9 years ago
Friendly. Clean. Comfortable. Nice view of Baldwin. The noodles, the sides, and the service are all good. I recommend PanPan to anyone in the neighbourhood. read more
5 years ago
9 years ago
Best place for Hot Dry Noodles in Downtown Toronto!! Came by with two other friends, had two Hot Dry Noodles, one Hutang Fresh Fish Noodle, Dou pi ( Wuhan pizza) and Su jiao ( A dessert that's made of sticky rice, or Ci Ba in Chinese). It's definitely a good place if you want to try a true speciality of Noodle with the best ever price in downtown Toronto. And please add the FREE sour peas to your noodle! That's extremely tasty! Dou'pi, while priced higher than the noodle, is also worth trying, as they put lots of stuff in it ( Dry tofu, Bamboo, and Dongpo Meat) The only drawback is that they put in a flat plate, and the outer Dou'pi was not covering the whole thing) As a Wuhaner from where the Hot Dry Noodles originated, can't say more about it's special noodles, and I won't be surprised if people just ordered the food that may not be the best here, or just not their taste. read more
We are here to try the Chinese Wuhan style "hot and dry" noodles. Not sure if it is authentic but it tastes very good. As the name suggests, there is no soup, but it comes with peanut - sesame paste - sesame oil - soy sauce. You could get combo as well. I got the noodles with tofu and a glass of soy milk. So far it is good and we will try the chicken noodle next time. Hope the business lasts longer as all previous restaurants on the 2nd floor of this location had very short lives... read more
9 years ago
The Panpan Noodle Bar is a great place to get casual fast food. I recommend getting the sesame noodles. The noodles were nice and firm and the sauce was delicious. It was a very good meal. They also came with spicy peanuts, which is a standard (but great) Chinese snack. The noodles weren't enough to fill me, so I got the shao mei & a free yam donut (for following then on instagram). The appetizers were pretty underwhelming though: both were very greasy, and didn't have much flavour. The restaurant itself gives off a very clean and vibrant feel - the furnishings are minimalistic, while the walls are bright red with cute panda paintings on them. The main cons here were that the serving size was relatively small, and that the meat topping I got (shredded chicken) came with very little meat. The overall cost of the food wasn't that high though, and the noodles were delicious, so I still recommend coming here! read more
9 years ago
Warm, inviting space; looks fantastic when compared to the restaurant that had been here before. Lots of space between tables; not touching elbows with other patrons. Free roasted peanuts with Chili and Szechuan "numbing" peppers was my only enjoyable "numbing" pepper experience so far. Very tasty. Menu prices are really low, like the vegetarian dishes are under $8. The point is to try more than one dishe. It's a "noodle bar", not a "choose your entrée" restaurant. Every item is recommended. read more
This noodle bar is amazing. Although it's hidden on top of the well-known Light Cafe, I'd say the taste of the food at this place surpasses the cafe by far! (Sorry, Light Cafe.) The place is nothing fancy in terms of furniture deco, but they do have a huge, cute panda mural on one wall. I had their famous sesame noodles with pickled cowpeas. The flavour in this dish is so good. I can't even explain the taste but it's rich and definitely filling. The bowl seems small, but the noodles filled me up, personally. Something to note, my friend ordered the shredded chicken and it comes cold. I think the point is to mix it up with the hot noodles...? In addition, the restaurant was hosting some sort of social media event that night, so the servers were very attentive to that one group. They could've been slightly better with all the other groups that were present. But I'd still come back because those noodles are so damn good. read more
9 years ago
8 years ago
I've never had authentic 热干面 but feel like this noodle is too salty, and also a bit sticky. They only accept Canada debit card (not US), cash, and 微信支付/支付宝. Credit card is not accepted. WiFi is available. read more
4 years ago
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23 Baldwin Street
2nd Floor
Toronto, ON M5T 1L1
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