Noodles near Mercer Island, WA

“Island Pho – Mercer Island’s Hidden Gem for Comforting Pho

If you’re craving a warm, flavorful bowl of pho, Island Pho on Mercer Island is an absolute must-visit. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.

The star of the show is, without a doubt, the pho. The broth is rich, aromatic, and clearly simmered with care—deep layers of flavor that hit all the right notes. Whether you go for the classic beef combo or the tender brisket, each bowl is packed with generous portions of meat, fresh herbs, and perfectly cooked noodles. The balance is just right—nothing overpowers, and everything comes together beautifully.

The staff is friendly, the service is quick, and the portions are more than satisfying. It’s the kind of spot that makes you want to come back the next day for another bowl. For pho lovers, Island Pho is a comforting, delicious standout on the island.“

“I ordered takeout from here and all of the food was so delicious. I ordered the three shredded fried noodles, general tso’s chicken, dry fried green beans, cucumber salad with woodear mushroom. I was so happy to taste the spice! It’s a numbing almost sichuan style spice in the green beans, cucumber salad, and general tso’s chicken! Will definitely be coming back again :)“

“Fantastic meal. Fantastic service! I was very impressed with the owners care for my family and interest in their enjoyment of their meal. We will definitely be back. The place was packed and should continue to be.“

“this place is awesome. good food, good drinks, good service. dang, Seattle , you got some good food.“

“Small hole in the wall place. You order on a kiosk and pick up at the counter. Bus your own tables. Was honestly a bit loud.

The food has a really interesting flavor profile. Totally different from other noodle places I’ve tried. I’m guessing this is closer to what you would find in China or something. The broth doesn’t have a strong sweet or MSG taste at all. It’s like a grainy vegetable/beef taste. Pretty interesting.

It’s good, but wasn’t my favorite in the world. And also a bit expensive. But I can respect it. The flavors are unique for sure and every so often can be quite enjoyable.“

“Hands down, the best pho you’ll find in Seattle! This place is killing it! I’m incredibly lucky to live in the neighborhood and I’ve been coming here since the day they opened. We were one of their first guests in those early days and eat here so much the owners know me by name! If I were qualified to give food awards, this place would win my 2024 Best of Seattle award! 🥇👏🏻✨ Ps. They do not accept reservations - it’s first come first serve. Around 6pm, they go on a waitlist and a line starts to form outside. Don’t bother calling to get on the waitlist - they won’t even do that for me! You have to show up in person to get on the list.“

“🍜 Really yummy noodles!

Both Fisherman’s noodle and Phnom Penh Special had a nice amount of toppings. Add their chili oil for a kick. First time trying WIDE rice noodles, highly recommended!

Friendly staff and lots of parking available in the lot next to the restaurant.“

“The food is so delicious 🫰I love it.If you come to seattle you must try it .“

“We absolutely loved the food, the people, and the history - what an experience! Thank you for an unforgettable night!“

“Delicious ramen. We ordered #3 and the Malaysian fried chicken. The chicken was soft and tender. Yummy!“

“Very happy that we went to this restaurant for our pho cravings! The location is (sadly) a bit dodgy but once you are inside you will be greeted by the lovely staff. Pho tasted like my mom‘s: cooked with a lot of love. 💕 if you are around this area you should definitely try this place! Highly recommended 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Oh wow! How did I just find this place out? Its amazing!!! Everything was simply incredible. The food was perfect. Roti Jala very tasty as a starter. Then we ordered the chicken which was super crispy on the outside and juicy inside. We also ordered the laksa noodles which was heaven and we also got the ribs. Please order the coconut shake and the passion fruit green tea. Wow wow wow! We will be back for my birthday with our friends!“

“I have been going to royal palm for over a decade. their Thai food in my opinion is the best I've had in seattle. The owners are so kind and the food is delicious.“

“Fantastic eats, lovely vibe, stellar service. Highly recommend.“

“Recommend booking in advance. Very good price and delicious steak! Beautiful presentation. 1 salad + multiple dressings and dinner rolls to start.“

“Pizza was great! So was the pasta Fagioli. The waitress was very friendly and attentive. Very cute restaurant with cozy atmosphere.“

“I ordered the katsu bento, and the tonkatsu sauce was missing from the box. Since the sauce is a key part of the dish, the meal didn’t taste the way it should. The yaki niku fries were the best part—they were seasoned well and actually enjoyable.

When a dish is missing an expected component, especially a signature sauce, customers rate the meal as less satisfying and less worth the price. That’s exactly how this order felt.

I might come back for the fries, but I wouldn’t order the katsu bento again unless the sauce is included.“

“Reliably good Szechuan food right on the Ave. Don't miss the string beans or hot oil noodles. Nom.“

“Wonderful! atmosphere and fresh food!“

“Went here with my family. We had reservations so we were able to go in right away (there was a lot of people waiting). The drinks were really good and the food was awesome! Our waitress was very nice and suggested to split burger before we even asked (our family likes to share). We even made a reservation in two weeks to take other friends there! Definitely recommend!“

“Our first visit was yesterday for lunch and we had Chicken Xiao Long Bao, Chicken pan-fried potstickers, Chicken and Vegetable Won-tons in sweet and sour sauce and Spicy (Ma la) noodles.....all were very good! The service was excellent and we enjoyed the whole experience!!“

“Order at the door and the seat you. Party of 6 or more they auto charge gratuity incase you aren’t anticipating it. Food is great. They don’t come to check on you but probably due to covid/social distancing. Easy atmosphere. Parking is very limited so be prepared.“

“I have come here a handful of times with my partner and I love it! I don't think I have ever had a bad dish here. I try to order something different each time but there is so much to choose from! And so far my favorite is the basil stir fry and the eggplant basil stir fry. The portions are generous for the price. I like to order 2 or 3 dishes and then take the leftovers. They last me a few days afterward! The staff is very friendly and I enjoy my conversations with them. All in all, a great place. If I lived closer, I'd probably come here several times a week.“

“Order at the door and the seat you. Party of 6 or more they auto charge gratuity incase you aren’t anticipating it. Food is great. They don’t come to check on you but probably due to covid/social distancing. Easy atmosphere. Parking is very limited so be prepared.“

“Their signature dish is a simple yet hearty meal. The noodle dish is served “deconstructed,” you need to put the ingredients in the boiling soup while it’s still hot to ensure they’re cooked. There’s plenty of soup, but I wish there were more of the other ingredients.“

“Great food, broad Japanese food menu and saki options. Good flawless service. Tiny space plan for it. Also bring your Covid vaccine card or recent test.“

“I don't know what kind of magic they got goin on in that kitchen, but their kalua pork is the best I've had. Even being to the islands multiple times and my husband being from there (who also agrees). I cannot recommend it enough! Friendly atmosphere and the island bangers playing on the stereo, really gives the restaurant the best vibe! Mahalo!“

“I appreciate the thought and time that goes into an order, as small as a happy hour order or a post-special Valentine’s Day event, which encompasses quality happy hour food and high-end Thai fusion cuisine. There wasn’t a craving that 8py didn’t satisfy!!!!!!! I thank the staff, bartender, and owner, for their patience and high quality service, as well as the chef that accommodated our wishes! My party of 4+ always leaves satisfied. Thank you, Ben!! Will return again and again and again!!“

“We were lucky to get there early but when we left there was a line….WORTH THE WAIT!!“

“To-go Pho $20 (steak + brisket). Super fresh, clean, and lots of meat. I hate when pho comes with hardly any meat but Pho Viet Anh has LARGE portions. The pho broth is on the sweeter side if you prefer that style. Everything is clean and nicely packaged - One size pho.“

“Indian cuisine at its finest offering all the traditional dishes plus more. The food is delicious, a perfect blend of herbs and spices in every dish we ordered. And the Garlic Naan! Blissful bread! I will definitely be back soon!“

“Love the food here, service is great and easy modify foods“

“Beef onion buns are a must try!!“

“Menu is awesome, quick services and good food!“

“Delicious ramen. We ordered #3 and the Malaysian fried chicken. The chicken was soft and tender. Yummy!“

“Took my daughter and her friends there for her 20th birthday, and the food wasn't great, but the service was even worse. Rude servers. and the "Manager" was even worse. So expensive, for not great food.“

“This is truly my favorite restaurant. I go here allllll the time. My favorite dishes are the khao soi, side salad (their dressing is phenomenal), cashew nut entree, spicy basil entree. If you want a simple takeout, this is the place to go. They also have a large projector where they sometimes show live streams of night markets so it’s a super inviting environment to dine in as well. You can also watch them cook because the kitchen is connected. I literally love this place so much, a review is long overdue. 1000000/10
(This pic is of my takeout cashew nut entree)“

“First visit. Had reservation for one of the later slots on Christmas Eve. Although the restaurant was busy, the table was ready and chairs had Santa-themed covers, which was a nice touch. Server was efficient and took order in a timely manner, and food came out hot, fresh, and surprisingly quick, but server definitely had her hands full. The food was delicious. Be sure to get some spicy soup dumplings.... yummy, and I was told they are the 'best' ones. That said, I'll try the others on future visits. The duck was notably delicious, as was the sauteed bok choy, which was more than enough for four people to share. Our party also ordered the fried tofu, which was refreshingly light-fried and non-greasy. Also got a shrimp and noodle dish that was good, but we either received the veggie version... I don't remember seeing shrimp (or finding any) as I ate, but noodles were still good and it would take a lot more than that for me to have complained on Christmas Eve (or any other night, really). All the food was delicious and served quickly. Looking forward to the next opportunity for me to eat there.“

“Great food I love the scenery great date night“

“For a Tuesday afternoon, the line wasn’t too long, but they were definitely busy. To be honest, I can’t even remember if we got the Pineapple Bun or the Curry Beef Hom Bow. I remember it was good, but not out-of-this-world amazing. I would still say it’s worth a stop if you’re touring Pike’s Place (especially if you love Chinese pastries). However, since I can’t even remember what I ordered, it wasn’t as memorable as I had hoped.“

“I had an amazing experience at Paik’s Noodle in Lynnwood! The food was absolutely delicious and full of authentic flavor. The Stir-fried Jajangmyeon was rich and savory, the Soontofu Jjamppong had the perfect balance of spice and seafood, and everything tasted fresh and comforting.

The portions were generous, the prices were very reasonable, and the service was fast and friendly. It’s a great spot whether you’re craving Korean-Chinese comfort food or just looking for a satisfying meal.

Highly recommend Paik’s Noodle if you’re in the Lynnwood area—I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Whole in a wall Authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Not downtown Seattle kind of menus which u have to pay additional $ for extra meat ! 😂“

“xi an noodles was my favorite food“

“Best broth in the Rattle. Lemon grass chicken was perfect and the tea was great. No complaints. Cheap as chips“

“This place made me feel like I was back in Hawaii. Small place,huge aloha and the food is delicious! They have a huge menu and you can find all your favorites! I have been here several times, and this time I got a combo plate with kalbi ribs and teriyaki chicken and a few spam musubi for dinner. Everything I come in the vibe is warm and friendly. They have a keikei menu as well. If you have not been here yet, please come by and support this place!“

“Best dumplings outside of china.“

“Try the Obama Noodle...it’s really good!“

“Beef Holy Basil! I am Thai, when I say this Thai food is good.... I mean it!“

“love this place! fresh and clean“

“Best place for lunch in Georgetown hands down“