Cutie little place! Staff was friendly, food was tasty, vibes were good. Got some rice and some noodles both were enough to share between three friends for a little late lunch. Feeling full -Big R read more

Sen Noodle Bar is a solid spot for noods and more, offering southeast Asian dishes in a casual setting in Ballard. We were glad to dine here on a cold, rainy day, as they had noodle soup to warm us up. Sen Noodle Bar is located on a popular street in Ballard, so is easy to find with street parking around. In particular, we dined here after visiting the Nordic Museum, which was a short walk down the street. On a Thursday night, the place wasn't busy, with just a few patrons dining in. My partner ordered the suki talay while I had the coconut turmeric noodle soup with chicken. It didn't take long for our bowls to be out, and everything was solid. My coconut turmeric noodle soup with chicken was flavorful, and liked the bean sprouts for some crunch with the liquid and tender chicken. I also love turmeric, so was glad that this was the base of the dish along with the coconut. Overall, if you're looking for some southeast Asian noodle dishes then Sen Noodle Bar has you covered, along with local taps, appetizers, friendly staff in a fun setting where the string lights shine in every color inside all year round. Solid stuff. read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Suki Talay - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I went here for a Wednesday dinner and it was not busy as we went around 8pm, an hour before closing. We tried the spicy giow for the appetizer, ba mee giow muu dang which seems to be the most popular dish, and the guay jub. The spicy giow is a spicy wonton which has a bit of a pungent spicy kick to it - not my taste, but it is well executed. The ba mee giow muu dang is kind of like the Chinese wonton noodles dish, but it was shockingly poorly executed. The noodles are very soft and overcooked. The broth is solid, and the BBQ pork and wontons are good. It did not feel all that special and for $18, I would definitely skip this. The guay jub has a sweet soup base with rice noodles. The noodles here are better cooked, and pork spare ribs are good. I would recommend this if you were to pick one of the bowls. Service is okay - not really any service despite being one of the two tables, and we were rushed (somewhat makes sense as they are closing soon, but they forced us to pay midway into the meal so that they can close their accounting for the day). With this place being located very close to some of my top Thai spots, if you are craving Thai, I would not necessarily recommend this place unless you are craving noodles and in the area. read more

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Super nice mom and pop shop in Ballard. I think this place is definitely a hidden gem. They have a wide selection of noodles and appetizers. I love how a lot of their dishes are things that you can't really find at other noodle shops. I highly enjoyed the lamb noodles (forgot the actual name) it was full of flavor and the greens made it less heavy. I also recommend the salad, it was refreshing and crunchy perfect on a hot summer day. read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was planning to meet some friends and we decided to try this spot. It's a small, cozy place, and the waiter was very friendly and gave us plenty of time to decide. I ordered the popular Ba Mee Giow Muu Dang Soup. The broth was flavorful, and the chili made a big difference I highly recommend adding it if you like spice. The noodles were good, the dumplings were just okay, and the pork was average. Overall, it was a decent, comforting meal. I'd go back if someone else wanted to try it or if I happened to be in the area, but I don't think I'd go out of my way to visit again. read more

Ballard seriously has some of the best food in Seattle and Sen Noodle is def one of them. This place hits just right! My friends and I shared the Ginger Chicken, Lemongrass Curry Noodles and Turmeric Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup. Honestly every dish hit the spot. But Lemongrass Curry Noodles was my favorite. Veggies and tofu had soaked up the flavor of lemongrass so well. It was light and hearty at the same time. Also the ginger chicken wasnt very overpowering with ginger which was perfect. The Turmeric Coconut Chicken Noodle Soup had a bit of a earthy, peppery flavor which was unique too. Basically food here is 5/5 and so was the ambiance and the service! The prices are standard between $20-25 for the Ballard area! I highly recommend for the amazing flavors! read more

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If you're looking for a noodle fix and live close to Ballard, Sen is an easy choice. They will whip you up something in less than 10 minutes, and it will be better than most of the other noodle spots in the immediate area. The lamb curry noodles were unlike anything I've ever tasted before. The lamb itself is so flavorful and rich on its own, and then they put these little crispy boi sardines off to the side which adds even more saltiness. If you mix everything together, it actually creates a wonderful contrast. And then BOOM and egg appears into the mix, because why not?! If you LOVE SOME SALT, this dish will be outstanding to you. However, if you're having some blood pressure issues - stay away! I thought it was fantastic, but it definitely becomes heavy after a while. Having a fresh roll on the side can add in a much needed respite. Staff was nice and friendly, also ruthlessly efficient. I think that's necessary for any restaurant that's small and packed on a random weeknight. Great work, Sen. read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Curry Lamb Pan Mee - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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What an amazing place to get not only Thai desserts but Thai noodles! They have a wide range of soups, stirfry, dry noodle soups. Super friendly service and great vibe. Their Thai tea was very good too. I highly recommend this place and would come back. read more

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Love love this spot. We go there for authentic Thai noodle dishes you cannot find else where. Our go to is the turmeric noodles with tofu and the duck noodle soup. It's accompanied by the spice rack of chilis and sauces. The service is so sweet and warm always welcoming us with great energy. The servers are always so attentive asking if we need more water or anything else to make our experience better. The restaurant itself is small and gives an authentic Thai restaurant vibe. The bathroom is dark and red but great for babies because there is a full on changing table with necessities in case you need it. Parking is rough street parking with high rates throughout the day. read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Turmeric Coconut Noodle Soup and duck five spice noodle soup - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The Mee Boran Noodles are my favorite dish in all of Seattle. Incredible. The perfect balance of creamy, tangy, crunchy and chewy. I think about this place and this dish way too much. If I could rate it 10 stars I would. The staff is SO FRIENDLY too and the food always comes out super fast. They make everything basically in front of you. read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Mee Boran - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Friendly service, and relaxed vibes. Both dishes were pretty decent, but I felt the lamb fried rice was missing...more meat? The flavor was really great but there was barely any meat to be found for a dish charged extra high. Noodle soup was good, pretty salty but still light. Portions were really good, we ate for two and had leftovers after. read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Lamb-Curry Fried Rice - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Love this place the corn fritters are my favorite and all the drinks are so good. The coconut turmeric soup is my favorite in the winter and the vibe of the restaurant is comforting and cozy. Definitely recommend. The service is always great here read more

*CELIAC / GLUTEN FREE REVIEW quite the list of GF options with a knowledgeable staff. they prepare GF items separately and take great caution with allergy meals. we got the phad thai, turmeric coconut noodle soup, and the lamb udon special - subbed out for GF noodles. Everything was phenomenal and very flavorful! We ended with some sticky rice pudding with mango. We also shared a Thai iced coffee and I really enjoyed that as well. I did not get sick! read more

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Some of the best Thai food in Seattle hands-down. Certainly best in Ballard. The ingredients here are FRESH and you can taste it, in ways that you just can't at most other restaurants these days. I come here when I miss my days living in SE Asia. They seriously know that they're doing, and the staff are always sweet too. Always point friends and family here! read more

My friend and I went here tonight. The vibe is chill and cute. Food was amazing! Definitely recommend! read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Ba Mee Giow Muu Dang Soup - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I wanted to love this place and there were definitely some highlights but I was a little disappointed with my selections (maybe I ordered the wrong things??). To start the radish cakes were quite bland. Reading the ingredients I'd expect something more than what ultimately tasted like eating a piece of jicama. Even the sauce they came with was a let down. There were nice and crispy as you'd expect but that was about it. I never add salt to things but this would have benefited from some. For my main I got the Guay Tiow Khaek. First of all it is not spicy. They put a chili next to it on the menu but this was FAR from spicy. The curry broth was awesome but what bummed me out was the lack of much protein. It had two shrimp, a few small pieces of cod and no scallops despite being advertised on the menu to include scallops. The noodles had great texture and the Asian greens were cooked well. So overall it was a good dish but I ordered it hoping for some heat and a little more seafood. Despite not being blown away by my meal I will try them out again because so many dishes on their menu sound amazing and I love how unique it is compared to other SE Asian restaurants around Seattle. read more

Sister restaurant to Pestle Rock next door which is also one of my favorite original Isan Thai style restaurants in Seattle. I was at the Ballard Farmers Market last weekend and had cravings for noodle soup. I was surprisingly happy that Sen Noodle Bar is still open all these recent years. I used to live in Ballard and it was one of my favorites. While they serve other dishes, I'm here to rave about their variety of noodle soups. My favorite go-to after all these years is still the Tom Yum or Seven-Spiced Beef soups under the customizable section. Yes, you can build your own noodle soup - pick your own broth/protein and noodles. The flavors are so rich and flavorful. The size is perfect and inflation hasn't done too much damage since 8 years ago. The staff are super friendly and there's outdoor seats so you can bring your pooch too. This place is a true hidden gem. It's been around and there is something still very special about it. New places may open up, get picked up by influencers in competition for the newest and trendiest, but those places lacks the charm and depths of these places. If you want a cozy and laid back place to eat in Ballard, come here! read more

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Sen Noodle Bar is a very solid, cozy/cute option with flavorful food and lots of vegetarian options (yay!). I got the fresh rolls and the pad see ew and was very pleased with both. The portion size is a little on the small side as compared with other area restaurants. Service was attentive and fast. It was getting pretty busy by the time we left so you may encounter a wait. I love that they had free diapers in the bathroom for parents with small children--so considerate! read more

Love be this place! We've been a few times now and have enjoyed everything we've had. I particularly love the Singapore noodles with chicken. I'll be back for that one again for sure! read more

Delicious food and friendly service. We got the fried corn fritters, lamb noodle and tom yum meatball soup with your choice of noodle (we picked wide rice) and everything was SO flavorful and comforting. The noodle soup was my favorite - the perfect amount of meat, veggies and noodle paired with the most delicious tom yum broth. Will definitely be back next time we're in the area! read more

The food the service was all amazing. It was nice having so many vegetarian options that are different than the typical Thai options. We got this delicious spinach noodle with lemongrass, tofu, spicy, and boat noodle, and mango sticky rice and everything was AMAZING read more

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Got takeout here when hubby and I had bad colds over the weekend. It sure warmed us up! Prikkareang Tom Yum soup was really good! A little spice, a little sour. Great blend of flavors. And I like how you can choose your noodle. Great with egg noodle. Also got the Mee Boran noodles which had great delicate noodle texture, and light flavors. Hubby got boat noodle soup. Wonderful depth of flavors to the broth. Lots of delicious looking options on the menu. Hope to be back soon to eat in! read more

Sen noodle bar is a cute little space in Ballard! Ordered food: ayam melayu (5 piece chicken wings), boat noodle soup with pork, spicy sesame peanut noodle stir fry with chicken, homemade popsicles (red and green bean) We loved the wings- great flavor and crispy! Boat noodle soup was quite good, adding some chili gave it some extra dimension. Spicy sesame peanut noodle was on the sweeter end, so adding some chili again gave it some more flavor diversity. Came with lots of veggies and decent amount of chicken! Overall we quite enjoyed our experience here- the food is more affordable. Our total before tip came out to be about $55 for a starter, 2 entrees, and dessert. The portion sizes were good, and flavor was decent! The popsicles, not overly sweet, were a nice end to the meal! Would definitely go back to try some other dishes! read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Final Ayam Melayu wing, Boat Noodle Soup, Spicy Sesame Peanut Noodle stir fry - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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After passing by this cute spot many times I finally got to try it. There are a lot of Thai/noodle places in the neighborhood so competition is fierce. How we, based on my first visit here the food was quite good! I ended up getting the turmeric coconut noodle soup, which comes with rice noodles tofu and mixed veggies. I really enjoyed the bright flavor of this bowl and would be happy to have it again. I thought the staff was a bit busy but friendly nevertheless. I also liked the ambience of this restaurant, with lots of cute lights hanging from the ceiling! If you're in the area and craving some noodles, I recommend this Thai place! read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Decor - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Allergy conscious (gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, nuts, etc.), options for all, delicious, and super quick service! And the restaurant itself is super cozy. The plantains surprised me with their savory herby glaze and had a great texture. The noodles were great both in and out of soup! Will absolutely be coming back read more

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We ordered three noddles dishes with the side of soup. The soup is just broth with a bit of herbs, the waiter made sure we are aware of that so no surprises, it tasted good. For the noodles dishes we all opted for lamb for the protein as it not very common. We liked it, and it does have lamb taste that might be heavy for some, it was ok for us. The portions are a bit on the light side it be great if it had 20% more food, especially for the price point (my friend was still hungry after his meal). The people working there are nice and we noticed that the restrooms have complimentary diapers if parents need them. read more

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Food: - Roti and chickpea curry: The curry wasn't particularly strong in flavors, or spicy. It is very creamy, the chickpeas are blended into the curry. The roti doesn't quite look like the flakey roti I'm familiar with, this was like naan 3/5 - Taro spring roll: Crispy, honestly it tasted like most spring rolls- the taro flavor didn't really stick out since it was so thinly sliced. Was nicely done overall though. 4/5 - Singapore noodles: Nicely seasoned! Great combination of flavors and vegetables. 5/5 - Guay flat noodles: This is like a milder version of pad kee mao and tastes as such- I'd probably go with the latter for the future, it's much more mild. Well cooked, just craved a bit more spice. 3.5/5 People: So friendly and sweet! Did smell cigarette smoke- if that's something to consider. Ambiance: Cozy, lots of open space at weekday lunch. read more

Wow. This place is authentic and has so much flavor. Boat Noodles, satay mushroom, Gyu Jub and sweet coconut sticky rice were delicious! We loved everything we ordered. I'm Asian and a lover of Asian food. This place hit the spot. It might be the best Thai restaurant experience I've had. 10/10 recommend and would come back again when visiting from California. read more

Always looking to try a new noodle place to throw in the rotation. I have to say Sen Noodle Bar is solid. I had the Guay Tiow Kuar with chicken and it was solid. I love the subtle soy sauce flavor. The dish was hot, nice crunch with the veggies. I think for $17 it was light on noodles & chicken, that's my only knock. But overall nice, will probably try something different next time. read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Guay Tiow Kuar with chicken! - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great food. Fast- tasty- would go again. Black rice pudding w/coconut Ice cream was also good. Definitely recommend. Thank you! read more

Love this place! A hidden gem for sure with awesome value for the price! The tarot cakes are SO good, and cooked to perfection, and don't have pork, which is hard to come by. I love the pad see ew and pad ki mao (sp?)! I got their 4 mushroom dish special and it was SOOO good! Definitely recommend! It's awesome that they get their ingredients locally. Service was super friendly and responsive! The ambience reminds me of places in Thai land. I like the lights and plants. read more

Came here on a chilly night and after the local ramen place was closed as well as wanting to try something new, Sen Noodle was up to bat. Directly nextdoor to Pestle Rock (a visit for next time) we stepped in. The ambience is decent with 4-5 tables, with some additional ones in the back there is a fair amount of space and ideal for a party of 5 or less people. Step up to the counter to be seated. It seems like there is a slight understaffing here, perhaps it was just in this visit. The guy helping us was the host, waiter, busser and cashier. He was running around all over the place. He did pretty well at it, but it was a bit much, especially as it was a fairly busy Tuesday night just as the 6pm dinner time was striking. So, what was on the menu tonight? I got the Ba mee giow muu dang - an egg noolde bowl with pork dumpling, onion, bean sprout, choysum, yuchoy and other additions in a clear broth. I think this was the weakest part of this bowl. The ingredients had a fair amount of flavor but the broth though hot didn't have much flavor as opposed to the Turmeric coconut soup I got to try which is also on the menu. For a starter I got the spice corn patty which was good. Vegan and gluten free, though again what really elevated it was the sweet chili sauce it comes with. So good I had to ask for an additional cup. Also got the Yam rolls, I'd skip these. They're about is good as spring rolls from any local Asian restaurant. Decent enough Noodle spot among many with some good choices but kind of average overall. 3.5/5. read more

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3 stars because the pad Thai was tasty. But I paid $6 extra to get shrimp instead of chicken and what I received was 2 shrimp and then some fish that were relatively unseasoned. I probably won't be back read more

Delicious, flavorful food in a cozy setting! We grabbed lunch here after strolling through the Sunday farmer's market. Service was lukewarm but decently fast. Recommend ordering multiple dishes to share so there's more goodness to go around. read more

Sen Noodle Bar - Guay Tiow Kheak, guay tiaw nam, guay tiao hang - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Really great, not your typical "Thai" restaurant! With a lot more noodle options to choose from... you can really explore what South East Asian flavor can really offer. I tried their Boat Noodle and it was such a pleasant surprise of flavor overload. It's not anything I've had at a typical Thai place. The soup was so delightful. Tangy, sweet, sour, basily... and pulled together so well with rice noodles. The corn fritters could have used a bit more umph. As for someone who grew up with Indonesian Corn Fritters.. I'm always in the search for something that can come close to the flavors of home. In my own opinion.. Indonesian corn fritters are definitely the superior one... so for a place called Sen Noodle... i implore you to try all their noodles instead. I will definitely be back to try more noodles... or just back for more boat noodles.. because they were so damn delicious. read more

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Found this love after arriving in Ballard and we loved it. Service was fantastic and very welcoming. Inside ambiance is super cute and well decorated. The colors of the walls were very inviting and cute. Food came out quickly. We shared two dishes and were blown away. Super simple filling portions for a fair price. Hard to find nowadays. I was obsessed with the lamb curry fried rice ! Hope to return some day, this was my favorite meal in Seattle. read more

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Pros: good quality flavorful food, authenticity, friendly service, cute decor Cons: not much! read more

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Wow!!! The first thing I noticed when I arrived was the atmosphere inside. The string lights, plants, and vibrant colors made it feel so cozy. The service was good. The food was the star of the show! My friend and I ordered classic Thai Iced Tea which always hits the spot. We got fresh rolls for our appetizer. The fresh rolls were okay, but I wouldn't order them again. My noodle bowl was INCREDIBLE and warmed me up on a cloudy day in Seattle. I ordered the Baa Mee Giow Muu Dang specialty bowl which had a nice meat broth, some delicious dumplings, noodles, and meat. The flavors were so great!! I cannot wait to come back and try more of their dishes! You've gotta try Sen Noodle Bar if you get the chance !! read more

Sen Noodle Bar - baa mee giow muu dang and fresh rolls - Pan Asian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I've been going here for years and it always sounds amazing! Great for lunch or dinner, and they have awesome options for sharing.

Looking for a place to eat after a hangover(not just for this purpose tho...)? I went to Sen Noodle Bar after going to one of my good friend's bday parties and it helped a lottt. It is a cute little modernized southeast Asian cuisine place hidden away in Ballard, WA. The main thing that attracted me here is the noodle soups. I always eat some kind of noodle soup after a hangover so I think this spot was good for that. What we ordered: - guay tiow nam w/ Tom yum pork meatball soup - Ba Mee giow muu dang - Deep fried chicken wings (these were my least favorite and not worth mentioning) - Thai tea - Mango juice The Tom yum noodle one was very flavorful and I really like how you can customize the type of noodle. I got the wide noodles. My boyfriend got the Ba Mee giow muu dang which was also really good very similar to other another noodle soup I've had before. I definitely have to try their dry noodles next time! If you like Thai tea, this place makes it pretty good definitely better than some other restaurants. It was a little sweet but Thai tea is just kinda sweet in general. The mango juice was just from the bottle I'm assuming so it was ok. Overall, I would come here again if I'm craving noodle soup! 4.4/5 read more

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