Noona Noodles

I didn’t have high expectations when I walked in but the space was clean, and wow the portions were truly huge. Very worth the price too— they do not hold back on the ingredients. Very great place for a cheap but hearty meal. I hope they add more dishes to the menu so I came come all the time.

TL;DR: Tucked away just blocks from the heart of K-town, this cozy, unassuming spot delivers with heaping portions of its hearty yet elevated Korean comfort food. We walked in on a Saturday afternoon right before the dinner rush quickly took up every table. There's no fuss or frills, with noodles being served in massive, gleaming stainless steel bowls on plastic trays, a sight that will surely transport Koreans back to younger years in Korea. We ordered the seafood pajeon (Korean pancakes), boneless chicken bites, Icy Spicy noodles and Cowboy ramen to share. The Icy Spicy noodles were note perfect for a humid summer night, sweet, tangy and spicy (shout out to the extra care put in to pre-cut the noodles) in a refreshingly icy broth. The Cowboy ramen, piled high with a generous portion of Korean BBQ kalbi (short ribs) and topped with a slice of pepper jack cheese and an egg fried over easy, was a rich, indulgent and comforting experience unlike any other ramen I've had in the city. All this to say, in a city where Korean noodles are now being charged $30+ and have become so avant garde that they bear little resemblance to the $2.50 snacks I used to get after school in Seoul, Noona Noodles stands out by nailing the familiar while still innovating to create exciting dishes. We will be back for more!

The BEST Shoyu Ramen I have ever had. The broth was so flavorful without being overly salty. The meat was also very tender. The service was incredible and the owner was super sweet and helpful when deciding what to eat, explaining everything on their menu. Can’t wait to go back!!

Coming here is an experience to say the least! It is packed! This stall is pricey, but I guess the portion reflects it — it is massive! Finding a place to sit when it is busy is hard, but totally worth it for a fun time. The food here is great, but I would like to try something else because I feel like these aren’t what the stall is known for. The service was also not special, and slightly aggressive, but they pump out your food super fast, and it is really tasty.

I had an amazing time at Noona Noodles' new location! The atmosphere was lively, and the staff was incredibly friendly. The Cowboy Ramen is a must-try; the smell was absolutely enticing! With huge portions of delicious noodles and tender meats, it’s a dish you won’t want to miss. I can't wait to return for more!

One of my new favorite Asian staples when I visit NYC. Fast service and food comes out hot and nicely plated. Portions are LARGE and feel like a great value, especially for Manhattan. My favorite has been the pepper bomb for the spicy flavor, but I tried the bulgogi ramen today and it was also very delicious and filling. Their new location has a much chiller vibe. Can’t wait to try the rest of the menu!

Nice spot for different Korean noodle dishes in a casual setting. This is more of a spot for a quick bite than to go for the ambience since it is in a food court. Went with the udon and the broth, noodles, and shrimp tempura were perfectly cooked. The egg was hard boiled instead of poached though which was a little let done. Flavors were good otherwise and the workers were friendly.

Great spot, I tried it back when they were located in the food court but I was happy to see that they’ve expanded to a brick-and-mortar location. This time I ordered the dorm style ramyun and seafood pajeon, and they threw in some fried shrimp for us. It’s all very flavorful and very spicy. Highly recommend.