Large portion sizes and pretty tasty. The bad rating is a bit harsh and undeserving, based on my personal experience. It’s a nice place for a casual meal.
The Wandering Reviewer
+4
How could I not go and dine at a place called the Noodle Kingdom? I love noodles more than rice so had to come here for lunch one day. Tried the bao skins and they were delicious with a blend of lovely Asian flavours. So enjoyed the dumplings. I did watch the woman in the window making and mixing up a variety of dishes but felt self-conscious watching her. Overall though, this place is one of many in a street that is abundant in Asian restaurants. We are fortunate to have an abundance of great food and the competition is tough. I'd regard this place as a good quick meal but not a culinary treat. You can dine in or take away. Wheelchair friendly. Kid friendly. Pram and stroller accessible.
A little surprised at the below average rating. Noodle soup dish was hearty, oversized and satisfying, if a little oily. Boiled dumplings also tasty, but skins a little thick. Service was quick. This was a favourite place of mine many years ago, before they changed their name, then changed it back. Sometimes I’m still confused if it is still the same old Noodle Kingdom. I hope it is, because all the handmade noodles of the past were exceptional. Now that they are “back” I think customers still believe they operate under the old name. With time, hopefully Noodle Kingdom regains its once treasured reputation
First time here and the service and food quiet good and fast. The noodle were thick and juicy nice spice level. Definitely be back highly recommend.
Great Fried Pork Dumplings and Steamed Chicken & Prawn Dumplings along with the Chilli Chicken Noodle Soup. Very polite and friendly staff and absolute value for money!!
Staff is very warm.. Food is good, not out of the world but good.. as the name says noodle kitchen I recommend one must try noodles here!! Overall 4/5 experience
Vegetarian Food Lover
+3.5
Noodle kingdom is the new name for Mr Kwok so it took us a while to find it. Food portions for the noodle soups were huge, I don’t think many people can finish it and considering the price it was very good value for money. We ordered vegetarian dumplings, pan-fried dumplings vegetarian buns, vegetarian noodle soup, vegetarian goose (don’t really recommend as it tasted like fried flour). All the dumplings were good but it had the same filing which was disappointing. It would have been nice if the filling were different. Service was very attentive & friendly.
Been aware of the joint for ages but first time the opportunity to go arose tonight. Had the chicken and nut dish with spinach and tofu plus the soup dumplings. Everything was delicious. I understand people complaining about wait times but if they're pulling the noodles fresh to order? C'mon mate. Would go again happily. Very reasonably priced, too.
Dropped in for dinner on a week night and was pleasantly surprised.
We ordered the spring onion pancake (it was deliciously crispy), French beans with chilli and garlic and the braised stick pork hock.
The pork hock was huge, definitely good value for money - it was lucky we were famished otherwise we definitely would have over ordered!
Service was good and they were quick to get us drinks and clear empty plates.
I was surprised it wasn't busier, seeing it was Tuesday night in the CBD but then they're open until 3.30am so maybe peak time is later or earlier..?! We also really appreciated their love song dedications style playlist - Richard Mercer would have been proud!
Would definitely recommend if you're in the area and interested in somewhere a little more sophisticated than the usual dumpling houses nearby.
Decided to try something different this evening so we popped in here. Never really noticed the place because the door is set back from the street.
It's slightly different from the usual Chinese dumpling/noodle shop as it has a bit of a bar going on and a more upmarket feel to it (including prices).
Food was not bad actually. Had the vegetarian stir fried noodles and hubby had the hot & sour noodle soup. However, they took a long time to arrive even though the place wasn't particularly busy.
Might come back but not if we want something quick.
The perfect place to go with a group of friends for my birthday. Didn't book a table, just walked in and asked and they put a big table together for us. Great service and everyone was happy with their food. They even gave us individual checks! highly recommend
Was very disappointed what Noodle Kingdom has become. As other reviewers have suggested you can get bigger portions of the same dishes for cheaper within 100m of this restaurant.
Surprised to find really good quality dumplings here. The dough thickness was just right and good filling. (I had the chicken and prawn I think). We also ordered some noodles which were so-so. Food was a little slow to arrive though, it could've been because it was white night and they got our orders mixed up because other tables that came later were served first, and I could see the staff's confused looks when checking the tickets.
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I've been dining at Noodle Kingdom for many years now. I work in the city so NK on Swanston was my go to after work. When they went under renovation and opened as Mr Kwok i didn't know what to expect, but after visiting yesterday with my colleagues we were extremely pleased.
The entire vibe of the restaurant has changed, it is very classy and chill, they even have their own bar now, bartender and staff are professional and polite. The food is all about quality, my favourite dishes in the past are still there except they have been tweaked, e.g. ingredients have been reconsidered and the presentation is WOW very aesthetic. There are new dishes on the menu, we tried a few and they are superb, i'll share photos below! In terms of pricing I'm not gonna lie, its not a bargain but it is still cheap, taking into consideration the upgrade in ingredient, quality and service there is nothing to complain about. Whilst it is nice to see so many new faces, i do miss a few old staffs who have apparently been relocated to NK in preston and BH, you know who you are, will visit soon.
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The Next Week Group's venture sits in the ground level former Noodle Kingdom spot, probably better known for being directly under popular beer sipping rooftop venue Goldilocks on the city's Swanston Street. Clean, polished and modern fit out meets a dark wall texture in a spot that's probably as cosy as you're going to get in a dumpling and noodle venue. The open kitchen at front showcases the house-made, hand-pulled noodles and friendly and affable staff are quick to jump to your needs.
The portions are vast and the prices are low by comparison. If you're one of those people who can eat Shanghai dumplings without needing a warning label not to burn your lips and/or chin off, I'd definitely recommend these to start. The pickled shredded potato and salt and pepper chicken ribs didn't last long at our table, but the highlight was the hot and sour soup with aforementioned hand-pulled noodles - delicious. If you're game enough, give the pig's ear in chili oil a crack.
Full (and probably funnier...) review on the blog now, link in bio :)
How could I not go and dine at a place called the Noodle Kingdom? I love noodles more than rice so had to come here for lunch one day. Tried the bao skins and they were delicious with a blend of lovely Asian flavours. So enjoyed the dumplings. I did watch the woman in the window making and mixing up a variety of dishes but felt self-conscious watching her. Overall though, this place is one of many in a street that is abundant in Asian restaurants. We are fortunate to have an abundance of great food and the competition is tough. I'd regard this place as a good quick meal but not a culinary treat. You can dine in or take away. Wheelchair friendly. Kid friendly. Pram and stroller accessible.
Love the noodle and rice dishes . Perfect quantity, reasonably priced and very yummy food. Clean and we'll maintained too.
The restaurant has been redecorated and is really a decent place to eat. Food is pretty good especially the signature noodle. This is the place I would recommend.
Best wonton noodle soup!!! We heard about this place about a year ago, today was a perfect soup day in chilly Melbourne. The flavours of that soup with a bit of chili was divine!
Good vibe. They are generous with the food portion and it taste really delicious too.
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