Iconic East Village noodle bar w/ creative Asian fusion, famous pork belly bao & unique steamed buns.
Will Hartman reviews Momofuku Noodle Bar, an East Village spot that's been a staple for ramen and creative dishes since 2004, highlighting its consistent quality and enduring appeal.
This East Village staple, from David Chang's culinary group, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with an open kitchen. It's known for its bold reimagining of Asian street food, with signature steamed buns and springy noodles in a spicy ginger-scallion sauce being fan favorites. While the ramen is considered a reliable choice, some dishes like the Chilled Spicy Noodles have received mixed reviews, but the Pork Belly Bao and Spicy Scallop Hand Roll are consistently praised.
The restaurant is celebrated for its signature steamed buns, especially the pork belly variety, and its springy noodles. While the ramen is considered a solid, reliable choice, some adventurous dishes like the Chilled Spicy Noodles have had mixed reviews. Other highlights include the Garlic Chicken Ramen and Spicy Scallop Hand Roll.
"Highly recommended dishes include the signature Pork Belly Bao, the Garlic Chicken Ramen, and the Spicy Scallop Hand Roll. The Shrimp Patty Steamed Buns are also a notable favorite."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, appreciating the consistent quality and creative Asian fusion dishes, though some note price increases over time.
Important Note
Some customers have noted that the pricing has increased due to inflation over time. One opinion suggests the restaurant might be skippable compared to other noodle options.
"Momofuku Noodle Bar was mentioned as a potential option for noodles in Midtown. The commenter suggested there might be better noodle places available."
Neutral"This user suggested that Momofuku Noodle Bar is skippable."
Negative"A commenter referred to Momofuku as a 'chain' while asking for recommendations from the list."
Neutral"A user reminisces about Fuku's early days when it was piloted from Momofuku Ko on 11th Street, praising its "insanely good" full thigh chicken."
Positive"The original poster consistently finds Momofuku Ramen Bar to be a good experience but notes the impact of inflation on its pricing."
Neutral"Recommends the shrimp patty steamed buns at Momofuku Noodle Bar."
Positive"Offers large format meals like suckling pig and fried chicken and caviar. The user has dined here before."
Neutral"Mentions Momofuku (Momofuku Noodle Bar) as one of the many ramen places in the area."
Positive
