Kristen ChopraChinese Noodle Caf‚
One of the newest additions to the international flavor on the Loop, Chinese Noodle Caf‚ will surely fill your belly without emptying your wallet.
From the moment you step through the doors, the friendly staff and owners greet you with a smile and cater to your every need. Moderately priced authentic Chinese cuisine is served fresh and piping hot, whether dining in or carrying out.
The Combo Plate Specials, which include a heaping portion of fried rice and an egg roll with your main dish, provide enough food for late night munchies or lunch the next day. Of the House Specials, the General Tso’s Shrimp, which offers a unique spin on the more traditional General Tso’s Chicken, is particularly delicious.
Virtually nothing on the menu costs more than $10.00 Vibrant colors in the food and on the walls make the setting of this restaurant that opened in late December of 2003 “feel like a comfy home,” said owner Peggy Hou.
She continued to say that she only serves the freshest meat and vegetables and that she tends to super-size students’ portions.
Having only been opened for 3 months, Chinese Noodle Caf‚ was voted No. 5 for best menu items by the Riverfront Times. Chinese Noodle Caf‚ is located at 6138 Delmar in the Loop, east of the Pageant. For take-out orders, call 314-725-9889.
Thai Country Caf‚
Thai Country Caf‚ has been a staple of dining out in the Loop for years. Located at 6223 Delmar, this incredibly authentic Thai restaurant will make you feel like you are riding a tuk-tuk in Bangkok.
The dishes and atmosphere stimulate the senses with an authenticity that is unmatched by any other Thai restaurant in the St. Louis area. The portions will send you home with a very satisfied stomach.
Start off with the Thai Iced Tea for a smooth, sweet taste that is a signature component of this distinct menu.
The fried rice dishes are unlike any flavor that you will find from other Far Eastern cuisine. Try No. 16 or No. 19 for a fantastic fried rice feast. The Thai BBQ Chicken (No. 28) is a succulent, peanut flavored surprise.
When dining in, be prepared for a long wait if the dining room is crowded, which it often is. Make sure you curb your craving for this tantalizing Thai food on Tuesdays since this is the one day of the week when the restaurant is closed.
If you’re pressed for time, place an order over the phone, 314-862-0787, and in less than 30 minutes, your order will be ready.