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The Nood Bar - Reviews

4596 30th St, 92116 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
478

Reviews

63.6%

Satisfaction

143

negative

31

neutral

304

positive

What people say about The Nood Bar

Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Chris N.
Review date: 11/17/2025
7
Interesting Asian Fusion, But Not Authentic
This was my first visit to the restaurant on a Sunday evening. There were about five other parties dining. The menu offers an eclectic mix of Asian cuisine, featuring dishes from various countries and regions. The service was fast and friendly. I ordered the Hong Kong style noodle soup. While it was tasty, I had to remind myself that it was 'in the style' rather than authentic Hong Kong noodle soup. The broth was flavorful, though I couldn't quite pinpoint the exact taste, and it contained MSG. The bok choy was nicely cooked, and the thick-cut pork belly was tasty and tender. The noodles were interesting, definitely reminiscent of Hong Kong style but not quite the real thing. Overall, it was a nice meal, but I'm now thirsty due to the MSG.
  • eclectic mix7
  • service9
  • Hong Kong style noodle soup6
  • MSG3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Jean K.
Review date: 10/11/2025
7
Good food, bad smell
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. The food was good, and the service was friendly. However, there was a really strong industrial cleaner smell inside, which was quite unpleasant. I had to eat outside to properly smell and taste the food.
  • food8
  • service8
  • industrial cleaner smell2
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Erica S.
Review date: 08/17/2025
2
Disappointing Second Visit
My first experience at The Nood Bar was amazing, a 10/10 with incredible food and service. The presence of an older lady, possibly the manager or owner, seemed to ensure everything was perfect. However, my second visit today was a stark contrast. The server was very rude, and although I considered leaving, we stayed for the food. Unfortunately, the wings were noticeably smaller, dry, and lacked flavor. My white rice was cold and hard, and my rice bowl, advertised with shrimp, only contained three. What should have been an exciting return turned into a terrible experience, and I will not be returning.
  • food10
  • service10
  • wings2
  • white rice1
  • rice bowl3
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Oliver S.
Review date: 08/03/2025
10
Perfect Noodles, A Must-Try!
As an avid noodle enthusiast who has explored the culinary landscapes of Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Bali, and Vietnam, and even enjoys cooking these dishes at home, I can confidently say that the food at The Nood Bar was so perfect, I might cook less. The restaurant itself was clean and pleasantly basic. I ordered the Bamee Hang, a dry noodle recipe from Thailand. The Egg Noodles were perfectly bouncy, the minced pork flavorful, the pork belly perfectly cooked, and the wontons just delightful. The dipping sauce was perfectly zingy without overpowering the meal. I'm looking forward to returning with my wife soon!
  • Egg Noodles10
  • minced pork9
  • pork belly10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Ryan E.
Review date: 07/24/2025
10
Amazing Food, Can't Wait to Return!
We came for dinner and ordered the mi goreng, laksa curry noodle soup, and the Hong Kong fried rice. The food was amazing and we can't wait to come back and try more.
  • food10
  • mi goreng10
  • laksa curry noodle soup10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Robert W.
Review date: 07/24/2025
3
Disappointing Food Despite Good Drinks
My experience at this restaurant was largely disappointing, primarily due to the food quality. While the selection of alcohol was good, the dishes I tried were subpar. Both the chicken drunken noodles and the chicken yakisoba were dry and flavorless. This was very disappointing considering the restaurant's location and other reviews. The looks were very deceiving, as the atmosphere was only average (rated 3/5), and the food received a very low score of 1/5. Service was rated a 4/5.
  • atmosphere6
  • selection of alcohol8
  • Service7
  • food1
  • chicken drunken noodles2
  • chicken yakisoba2
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Tess L.
Review date: 07/18/2025
9
Garlic Butter Noodles are a must-try!
Do yourself a favor and get the Garlic Butter Noodles. It was so good, I wondered if it was possible to marry a meal! The food was a perfect 5/5, and the atmosphere was a solid 4/5. Service was also excellent, rated at 5/5.
  • Garlic Butter Noodles10
  • food10
  • atmosphere8
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Alias F.
Review date: 06/21/2025
9
Impeccable Service and Great Food!
My experience at this local 💎 was fantastic. I was likely the first customer of the day, which meant I had the entire place to myself. The interior is very well done, and I particularly liked the Bruce Lee mural. The neighborhood is quiet, and the service was impeccable. The food was also great. I definitely recommend this place.
  • interior9
  • Bruce Lee mural9
  • neighborhood8
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
hanna A. O.
Review date: 06/21/2025
10
Awesome Food and Service!
My experience at the restaurant was awesome! The gochuhang udon level 2 spicy was perfect, with flavorful and well-cooked pork and packed tofu. My boyfriend enjoyed his yakisoba with combination meats, which was also very flavorful. Everything was awesome. We also got the pineapple tea🔥🔥. The service was a 5/5 and the food was a 5/5. The atmosphere was also rated a 5/5. Parking was free street parking and there was plenty of it. We were a group of 2 people and had no wait time. The vegetarian offerings were clearly labeled and highly recommended. The noise level was quiet, making it easy to talk.
  • gochuhang udon10
  • pork9
  • tofu9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Mariah B.
Review date: 06/13/2025
10
Excellent Food, Service, and Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The food was great, the staff was kind, and the atmosphere was calm and welcoming. I 100% recommend the golden crunchy curry udon.
  • food10
  • staff10
  • atmosphere10

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