One of my favorite things about DC Noodles is its accessibility. I always find myself frustrated with DC dining options as there are so many high end places, and so many casual fast food places to grab food and go, but there just isn’t a whole lot of in between. Well, DC Noodles is in between. No need for reservations, there is rarely a long line, and its not stuffy or snobby in the least. Last night I went in my gym clothes after a dance class with a friend, and not once did I feel uncomfortable being there. It is a casual and friendly place that is just happy to have your business no matter how you show up.
In addition to the Kua Gai and the Drunken Noodles, I am also a big fan of the pumpkin empanada appetizer, the shrimp and chicken dumplings which are topped with a tasty bean paste, the pad thai and pad see eew are wonderful, and the red curry chicken and pumpkin with spinach linguini. They are always flexible to work with you on spice level (mild, medium, extra hot), and their noodle soups are also incredibly popular and the perfect dish for a cold and wintry night. Finally, the biggest shocker about DC Noodles is their to-die-for dessert. I am normally a chocolate dessert kind of girl, but something about this dessert is so delicious that it is hard to resist. Coconut ice cream with warm black sticky rice. I wish that I could get the recipe for this because it is pure heaven. The combination of the cold ice cream and the warm rice works so well together, but its the sweet and creamy flavor as well as the crunchy topping that makes this dessert a winner. I’d take it over a warm chocolate cake anyday, and that is saying a lot.
DC Noodles has become a staple in my restaurant rotation and one that always leaves me happy and wanting to go back. In fact, I’m already thinking about my next trip there…
DC Noodles
1410 U Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
www.dcnoodles.com
