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Papa Noodle - Reviews
117 New Montgomery St, 94105 San Francisco
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Delicious Beef Noodles at Papa Noodles
I stopped by Papa Noodles in SoMa with some friends and tried Papa’s Favorite, Braised Beef Noodles, and the Americano Beef Noodles. My experience was fantastic, especially with the Americano Beef Noodles, which were my favorite. The beef had crispy edges but was still super tender, and absolutely delicious.
The Braised Beef Noodles were a close second, and I really liked the mix of pickled veggies with the noodles. Papa’s Favorite was good too, but it felt like a more standard Dandan noodle dish. They also have a small candy area with free gum and White Rabbit candy, which is a fun little bonus.
Overall, it's a great spot for tasty beef noodle dishes and solid portions.
- Americano Beef Noodles10
- beef10
- Braised Beef Noodles8
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- Food Exploration
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- Solo Dinner
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- Solo
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- Dine-in
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- Lunch
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- Immediate (0–5 min.)
9
Incredible Noodles and Service!
My experience at Papa Noodle was incredible! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the service. The menu was refreshingly simple, making ordering a breeze.
The food arrived almost immediately, and we enjoyed the Classic Papa Noodles with pork. I particularly loved how thinly sliced everything was, ensuring the perfect portion of ingredients in every bite. The flavors were incredible, and the condiments at the table, especially the vinegar, were very convenient.
The candy after the meal was a nice touch. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area!
- service10
- menu8
- Classic Papa Noodles with pork10
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
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- Lunch
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- Moderate
9
Delicious Noodles, Cozy Atmosphere
After learning SFMOMA was closed for the day, the sandwich board for Papa Noodles was a wonderful consultation. They had me at "noodles made fresh daily, " and OH My! Are they delicious.
I had the vegan option - Mamas Special. Absolutely delicious! Highly recommend.
Cozy dining area. This made my day.
- noodles9
- Mamas Special10
- dining area8
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
6
Cool Noodles, But Not Top Tier
My experience at this restaurant was interesting. The place itself is COOL, and I found the flavors to be optimal. Many of the sauces expose you to various spice types in Asia.
However, I would not say that this place ranks in my top 5 Bay Area noodle establishments. If anything, this is a Sweetgreen/Tendergreens/Mixt level alternative to real noodles, especially when compared to places like Shan Dong in Oakland, which makes other noodles taste less fresh. The service, atmosphere, and food received scores of 5, 5, and 4 respectively.
- flavors8
- sauces7
- place9
- Bay Area noodle establishments4
- alternative to real noodles3
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- Quick Meal
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- Dine-in
10
Excellent Food and Value!
I was in town for a conference and came here 3 times because it was so good and convenient. For the quality of food, the price is excellent. It was just the right size portion too.
Noodles were amazing! Meat was delicious!
- quality of food10
- price10
- portion8
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- Food Exploration
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- Large Group
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- Dine-in
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- Lunch
10
A Favorite Menu for Everyone!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! My favorite dishes included the Vegan Noodle, Chicken wings, Tofu Tots, Papa Noodle, Americano, and the Beef Noodle Soup with extra added bean sprouts. Honestly, the whole menu is a favorite!
The food received a perfect score of 5, and the service and atmosphere were also rated highly at 5. It's suitable for all group sizes and offers a vegetarian menu or section, making it highly recommendable for vegetarians.
- Vegan Noodle10
- Chicken wings10
- Tofu Tots10
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
9
Delicious Chinese Noodles, Great Value!
The restaurant is clean and offers Chinese noodles that suit the Korean palate! I came in, drawn by the smell, bypassing my planned destination, and I have no regrets! The value for money is also great!
- cleanliness9
- Chinese noodles10
- value for money9
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
9
Impressive Flavors and Warm Service
My experience at Papa Noodle was truly impressive. Initially, the selective menu seemed a bit limiting, but the food quickly won me over. The Papa Noodle with mushroom chicken sauce was exquisite, bursting with flavor, and the addition of carrots was a thoughtful touch.
The vegan tofu nuggets were equally delicious. We were so impressed that we reordered after tasting the first round because it was that good. The service also featured nice personal touches.
After ordering at the counter, our food was brought to the table, and we were even given two tasty candies at the end. A gentleman at the entrance was helpful in guiding everyone through the menu, the counter staff was kind, and the chefs did an excellent job. The restaurant boasts a pleasant ambiance, with everything conveniently provided at the table.
Overall, Papa Noodle offers unique dishes, warm service, and a welcoming atmosphere. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in San Francisco.
- selective menu6
- Papa Noodle with mushroom chicken sauce10
- carrots8
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- Casual Outing
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- Dine-in
9
Great Food and Atmosphere, Easy Vegan Options
My experience at Papa was fantastic! The food was yummy and satisfying, and they offer easy vegan options. The atmosphere was upbeat, contributing to a great overall dining experience.
I will definitely come back.
- food9
- atmosphere9
- easy vegan options8
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- Food Exploration
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- Friends
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- Small Group
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
10
Favorite Spot with Amazing Food & Service!
This is literally my favorite place in SF! The food is so delicious – I highly recommend the pork papa noodles and fried tofu. The owner is also the sweetest person ever, genuinely making our entire day.
We'll definitely be coming back every time we're in the city.
- food10
- pork papa noodles10
- fried tofu10
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