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.“

“This is our go-to comfort food spot for chicken satay, massamun curry, and a coconut milk Thai iced tea. We’ve been coming here for 30 years after karate and driver’s ed and half days and for celebrations and on rainy days and lunches with my grandmother. I hope Pon Proem is here forever! It’s always a special treat in our family, even now that my own daughter is grown. ❤️

Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options- tofu option with most dishes and many vegetable dishes

Dietary restrictions: Easy to accommodate most dietary restrictions here, gluten free is very easy for me! :)

Parking: Large free parking lot

Kid-friendliness: Family friendly restaurant and kind staff“

“great prices, delicious food, attentive staff. we got the congee (can’t go wrong with it) , fish fillet, and green beans with beef. everything was sooo good.

there seems to be only one waitress and one cook managing the place. be gracious and be patient yall!! the price and the tasty food is worth the wait ･ᴗ･“

“So creative, fresh, and delicious! This is one of my favorite restaurants in Seattle. I’ve been here since they opened, and their menu is always changing as they refine their dishes and grow. The owner is also really nice.

Everything here is tasty, but my favorite is their signature dish, Pak Mor Yuan, which is very similar to Vietnamese bánh cuốn. I saw a reel of them making it fresh and it is no wonder that it is so tasty.

I also like Guay Tiew Lohd, which uses similar rice noodles/paper.“

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

“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.“

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

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

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

“Just great food. Fantastic food. Great service“

“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!“

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

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

“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.“

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

“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!“

“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.“

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

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

“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 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Side quest for Hawaiian food is always comforting, and Kauai Family Restaurant is the spot for it. They’ve got all your Hawaiian favorites on the menu. I ordered a couple of the combos and some katsu—everything was solid. Some items were a bit on the salty side for my taste, but still enjoyable. It wasn’t too busy when I went, so the food came out pretty quick. The vibes inside really made you feel like you were in Hawaii. Definitely check their hours before you go, since they’re mostly open just for lunch and early afternoon.“

“Beef onion buns are a must try!!“

“Excellent food & staff!!! Had peanut noodles ���“

“A truly unique experience. My teenage daughter absolutely loved it. My favorite item was the Miso Chicken Breast Skewer. The Hot Pot was fun and delicious. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to others. Scotty was our server. He took excellent care of our group of 6.“

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

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

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

“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.“

“This is one of our go to dumpling spots. Whenever we have out of town guests and they want dumplings this is where we go! Highly recommed the mapo tofu wagu beef. Also this service is wonderful they welcomed our party of 10 and took great care of us!“

“Old Saigon is a hidden gem with great food and friendly service. The pho was flavorful and satisfying, and the banh mi was just as good—fresh, tasty, and well-prepared. The complimentary hot jasmine tea was a nice touch, especially on a chilly day. The staff were warm and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Plus, they offer a punch card for a free pho after several visits, which is a great bonus. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area!

Also as always the egg rolls are super good.“

“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.“

“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.“

“We ended up here at 5:20pm Sunday afternoon after we were at another place where the fire alarms went off before we ordered. This place was small but had 75% of their tables occupied. We were seated right away. The waitress was very prompt and friendly. The food was a little more expensive compared to the restaurant we left. $8.50 for two summer rolls cut into four pieces, $7.50 for two small eggrolls. But...the food was so good!! And it came out quickly. We ordered two noodle soups, one with the spicy broth, chicken curry with rice, two orders of rice dishes with beef short ribs, chicken wings, summer rolls and eggrolls. I can attest to my soup only, and it was perfect. My kids finished every last bit of their rice and short ribs. My 10 year old ate a good portion of the chicken curry but it might have been on the spicy side for him, and he's an adventurous eater. Hubby loved his spicy broth soup. Portions were good.“

“Beef onion buns are a must try!!“

“Amazing food with lots of variety that is plentiful and reasonably priced. Bring a hearty appetite and someone to share with you. Can't wait to go back to try the desserts and ube pancakes.

Vegetarian options: Most dishes are vegetarian. You choose what protein to add.“

“I looked up musubi and this place came up with really good reviews. I was not disappointed. I got three different kinds of musubi. Tempura prawns, spam and Portuguese sausage. All of them delicious. I also ordered a combination plate and got machicho(sp?)chicken and the shoyu chicken. I used to compete in barbecue and the shoyu chicken is a prize winner. So far nothing has disappointed me. Don't expect it to be super clean. The table tops were ok but the floors had all kinda dust and stuff. They do have really nice pictures up though. Make sure if you don't see anyone up front they have a bell next to the POS.“

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

“So good! Food was served quickly & SO delicious. Staff was friendly and very accommodating. Quick to clear our table of empty dishes. Highly recommend! We will be back very soon!“

“Wonderful! atmosphere and fresh food!“

“I had the Eggplant Basil today and it was to die for. One of those dishes that make you gasp at the first bite it’s so good. Chili oil and garlic are perfectly balanced to bring out the creamy eggplant flavor and crunchy peppers. Cozy atmosphere and great service.“

“That was a great place and our young kids loved the food. Polite staff, great presentation and venue. Only got 4 star because our first soup dumplings were forgotten for 45 min.

Dietary restrictions: Very friendly for dairy allergen. Only avoided the banana naan.

Kid-friendliness: Kids enjoyed the food and family friendly“

“Best bahn mi in Seattle. I’m a big fan for bahn mi (thus have high standards for one) and I crave them a few times a month. Had tried a couple of places in Seattle, Belltown, UDstrict and west Seattle, but they rarely meet my expectations.

This place is my go to! The pork Vietnamese sandwich tasted just right with the traditional topping and paste. The baguette is also perfect. Everything is done the right way.

Also for $11, it was very affordable and easy to grab for lunch when working remotely (i used to live near the store)“

“Great selection of szechuan food. I tried their over the hridge ruce noodle which is my hometown dish (Yunnan province). It is decent and well done. The server was a very sweet lady. Great price for delicious authentic Chinese szechuan food.

Only thing I see that needs improvement is their workstation for side job- it is is next to the diners (green beans all over the table). Maybe you can reserve a further area for side jobs.

Highly recommended !“

“Great food but very poorly staffed and not the best service. Waited 40 minutes for two bowls of noodles and the steam rice cakes. Waited 15 min after being seated for water.

When the food did come, it was delicious though.“

“Excellent soups for lunch menu!💗“

“Great food I love the scenery great date night“

“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!!“

“This feels like a hidden gem? The food and service were good. We had complimentary hot tea, hard to enjoy on a warm day but welcomed. I ordered the garlic eggplant, water boiled fish, and one of the lamb dish that had onions. Everything came out so delicious and as I expected from previous sichuanese restaurant experiences. The food is served family style on a large plate with one serving spoon. It can be difficult to eat the food with chopsticks as it gets oily real quick but they provide a spoon upon request. I would love to come back as often as possible if I were closer. It's also pretty affordable for the amount of food received.“

“xi an noodles was my favorite food“

“I got the Goo Nam Noodle and added Chinese broccoli, and it was seriously the most amazing tasting dish. If you shy away from tendon like I do, don't let its presence in this dish scare you away. It's cooked to a delightful texture. I only ate half my meal because it was so hearty, but I look forward to enjoying the leftovers.

The staff and owners are so nice. The place was super busy but we didn't feel forgotten.“