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The Noodle Inn

4.3 706 reviews 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM 4-6 Old Compton St, London W1D 4TA, United Kingdom

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Nestled in the heart of London on Old Compton Street, The Noodle Inn has captured the hearts of noodle enthusiasts with its vibrant offerings and delightful ambiance. Diners are immediately drawn in by the enticing aroma wafting from the open kitchen. Many patrons rave about the expertly crafted bowl of红烧牛肋排汤面 (braised beef rib noodle soup), which features tender beef complemented by bold spices, making it a standout dish. Customer reviews frequently highlight the generous portions and affordability, with dishes priced reasonably—such as the flavorful Vegetable Noodle Soup at £11.80. The inviting atmosphere contributes to a genuine dining experience reminiscent of true Asian noodle shops. From the friendly staff who guide diners through the popular options to the tasteful potstickers served as appetizers, every element enhances the experience. While some reviews mention long waits—often around 10 minutes to an hour—the consensus is clear: the food is well worth it. Special drinks like 鲜纯甘蔗汁 (fresh sugarcane juice) also complement the meal perfectly, adding a refreshing touch. Whether you're indulging in the bang bang noodles or exploring a variety of toppings, The Noodle Inn promises a satisfying and memorable meal that keeps patrons coming back for more.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with The Noodle Inn before visiting.

Reviews for The Noodle Inn

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706 reviews
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Review highlights

Based on 706 reviews

The Noodle Inn is widely praised for its authentic and flavorful Chinese noodles, particularly those with braised beef, which customers find tender and delicious. Visitors frequently mention generous portion sizes and good value for money. The open kitchen and friendly, attentive staff enhance the dining experience, often assisting customers in choosing popular dishes. While the restaurant’s small and tightly packed seating area can lead to long wait times, especially during peak hours, the efficient queue management helps mitigate this. Appetizers like dumplings and potstickers are also highly regarded. Overall, the venue offers an enjoyable and genuine noodle shop atmosphere that consistently draws repeat visitors despite minor spatial constraints.

Eleftheria Chrys (Ec)
Jun 02, 2025

Arrived Saturday 2pm, and I had to q for 10 minutes. Lovely place, with open kitchen. Very tasty noodles, I had the ones with braised beef , the meat was tender and delicious!!! Very filling portions! Had the dumplings as take away, and they were nice too. Staff is friendly:

Aditya Dutt
May 23, 2025

I had been wanting to try their noodles for a long time, and I finally had the chance yesterday. It was a wonderful experience. The noodles were flavorful and very filling. The prices were quite reasonable. The service from all the staff was amazing. When we were unsure what to order, a staff member kindly helped us choose from their most popular options. Their bang bang noodles were delicious. And my friend's had pork noodles and spicy chicken noodles made with the oyester sauce. We had chicken dumplings/momo as well that were so long in shape and delicious. Definitely worth the hype .

Masa F
May 13, 2025

I got lucky! When I visited at 4 PM on a weekday, I only had to wait about 10 minutes. I ordered the Oil Spill Wide Noodles With Braised Beef Rib. The large bone held incredibly tender beef, making for both an eye-catching presentation and an amazing taste. After snapping a photo, the staff thoughtfully cut the meat into bite-sized pieces for easier eating. The bold spices and fragrant garlic infused the noodles with incredible flavor, making this an unforgettable dish.

k “krux672” bhav
Apr 26, 2025

Food is great and worth the wait. We waited for an hour to be seated but baing biang noddles are worth the wait. Probably one of the best noddles i have had in London. The restaurant seating area is very small and they cram as many as they can which is not ideal. But for the price it is really good value and portions are decent size too. I will definitely return to try some of the other items on the menu on a less busier day.

Duke La
Apr 09, 2025

It has the feel of a real noodle shop in Asia. The queue outside is long, but well managed. We are here twice after deciding there’s going to be a queue no matter what time we arrive. We b ordered their specials with rib. Delicious. I am not a fan of the dry noodle dish(too saucy), but the soup dish was wonderful. The appetizers are the best part of this place. We enjoyed the potstickers, the burger with flaky buns, etc.

Yogesh Murali
Mar 21, 2025

Huge line up when we had gone, waited for 30 - 45 mins on a Tuesday evening. But a great spot for noodles. Had the Biang Biang Noodles and was not disappointed. It was amazing and the spice level was perfect!!!! Even the Shredded potatoes were amazing with lots of spices. Customer service was good. A must try location if you are in London.

Jenny H
Mar 01, 2025

Excellent food. Lots of hype for this place online, which is well-deserved. Noodles have the perfectly balanced texture, just the right amount of chew. The chili oil is very flavorful. Starters/side dishes (wood ear and shredded potato) were also well prepared. Sourness of the wood ear went especially well with the spicy noodles. This place doesn’t take reservations and is walk-in only, and since it is popular there was a queue already at 5 pm but it moves fast. Service inside is very quick, but staff still very accommodating, since they try to have high table turnover to accommodate more customers.

Miki (NotLikeThis1)
Feb 27, 2025

You hear talking about this place as “London’s best noodle place “ and after trying it; it’s easy to see why. We had the oil spill wide noodle with braised beef rib. This was AMAZING, the spice looked intimidating thinking it would be very spicy but it was not! Flavors and cook of the beef were immaculate. Definitely a must try. I also recommend the sugar cane juice! To wash down the great noodle dish. Side note: I would definitely skip on the other things like the appetizers because they were not up to par in comparison to noodle dish.

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Address
4-6 Old Compton St, London W1D 4TA, United Kingdom
Price range
£20–30
Category
Chinese restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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