Iconic Chinatown spot for legendary Cantonese roast meats & noodle soups. Famous for their roast pork, duck, and sought-after soft-shell crab.
This Chinatown institution is a go-to for authentic Cantonese cuisine, particularly its highly praised roast meats like pork and duck, and flavorful noodle soups. Diners often rave about the combo roasted meat plates and the highly sought-after, though sometimes unavailable, salt-baked soft-shell crab. It's a spot frequented by locals and chefs alike, offering hearty and delicious meals that make it a must-visit.
The restaurant is highly acclaimed for its Cantonese cuisine, with particular praise for its roast pork, roast duck, and combo roasted meat plates. Many also recommend the noodle soups, congee, and soft-shell crab. While most reviews are positive, one user found the Cantonese BBQ dishes to be dry.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Cantonese-style roast meats (pork, duck), combo roasted meat plates, noodle soups (like wonton noodles), congee, and the salt-baked soft-shell crab."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards the restaurant, frequently recommending it for its Cantonese-style roast meats and noodle dishes. Some minor discrepancies were noted regarding the preparation of fried calamari, with a few finding it not crispy enough.
Important Note
The soft-shell crab, while highly praised, is often unavailable. Some users have noted discrepancies with the preparation of fried calamari, finding it not crispy enough, and one comment mentioned Cantonese BBQ dishes being too dry. There are also some questions about their current late-night operating hours.
"The commenter praised the overall presentation and quality of the food."
Positive"The commenter simply stated that the food was outstanding."
Positive"The commenter inquired about the price of the crab and whether takeout is available."
Neutral"The commenter enjoys the crab, calling it great. They also praise the soup, especially on a cold day, and enjoy the wonton and roast duck."
Positive"The commenter felt that the Cantonese BBQ dishes at this restaurant were too dry."
Negative"The commenter asked for alternative restaurant recommendations for similar crab if the wait times are long."
Neutral"The commenter shares a similar order, preferring chicken leg over roast pork and requesting extra ginger and scallions. They also suggest trying the soup dumplings next time."
Positive"The commenter mentions this restaurant is an institution. They also recommend another restaurant, 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles, for spicy noodles."
Neutral"The commenter found the food to look impressive."
Positive"The commenter points out that the dish looks more like salt and pepper crab and fried squid rather than salt-baked."
Neutral"The commenter expressed their enjoyment of the food."
Positive"The commenter found the soft-shell crab at this restaurant to be excellent."
Positive"The commenter notes that the soft-shell crab is legendary but often unavailable."
Positive"The commenter believes the soft-shell crab is among the best they have ever had."
Positive"The commenter complimented the meal but questioned if the crab was actually salt-baked."
Neutral"The commenter found the order to be delicious and the meal to be great."
Positive"Responding to a query about Noodletown's hours, the commenter states they are not open as late as they used to be (pre-COVID). They estimate closing time to be around 10 PM on weekdays and 11 PM on weekends."
Negative"This user questions if Noodletown is still open late, as they have passed by and found it closed by 10 PM."
Neutral"This commenter simply states 'noodle town!!' with enthusiasm."
Positive"Noodletown is described as 'dope', offering good wonton noodles as an alternative to rice, and their soft shell crab is consistently a hit."
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