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Mike’s Noodle House

418 Maynard Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98104
  • (206) 389-7099
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  • Tien N.

    It's really small and the wait can be very long. But it's worth it! I ordered the wonton sui kau noodle soup, my sister ordered the same and we also had a steamed pork kidney, liver and tripe as an appetizer (sounds weird but it's delicious!!!) also would recommend their congee. I'm giving them 4 stars is because they forgot my take out order and I was waiting for 20 minutes.

    (4)

  • Mandy B.

    Picked up a bowl of their chicken congee, pretty tasty & extra cheap for the huge portion you get. Was a little underwhelmed, maybe it was the choatic ambiance, maybe it was the cold Chinese donut.

    (3)

  • Amy L.

    Woohoo! Nothing like a nice hot bowl of won ton noodle soup to pick up your spirits. Not all won ton bowls can do this but Mike's Noodle House certainly did. Inexpensive, traditional won ton noodle soup. No fluff about it. Won Ton's were decent sized with plenty of shrimp and pork packed with flavor. Noodles were thin, bouncy and cooked perfectly. Soup was delectable and I didn't have to drink a ton of water after so they must not use much MSG either! They come in a small or large size and I got a small but wished I got a large. This is a definite repeat stop on my next trip to Seattle...and next time i'm ordering a large bowl of the won ton noodle soup and going to try out their porridge too. I wish this was in the bay!

    (5)

  • Willie M.

    My favorite spot for some Congee and Wonton Noodles soup!

    (5)

  • Tina C.

    You can park at the japanese super market and pay 15 $ for groceries and walk here -- or you can park up this hill -- i forgot what it was called but there is an orange rimmed apartment building that I park near and that has free parking even on weekdays. Otherwise free parking at 6:00 pm -- used that to go to mariners game once. Any way back to the review, this place is so yummy! They even have chinese donuts (although when I came they were cold but I dip it in the congee any way). I usually come with a friend and get congee and wanton noodle soup and we share. I always see a rush of people but I never had to wait too long because my party was always of 2. There is pretty much a steady flow of customers all morning long. CASH ONLY!! though -- it is kind of annoying to have to go to the ATM. This place def. smells the best in terms of wanton noodle soup and congee. You can also get super cheap groceries in the smaller supermarkets and also get all the chinese herbs you can ever dream of :) i love international dist ... def. not the "china towns" you see in SF or LA area in California -- much much cleaner!

    (5)

  • Vivian H.

    Coworker's dad, who is also my coworker, recommended this place. I hate that this place closes early. It's kind of hard to make it here before 8 for dinner. Last night, I ordered the wonton and sui kau noodle soup with skinny egg noodles. The BF had rock cod congee with Chinese donut. My noodle soup was SO GOOD! The wonton had a whole shrimp inside, and the siu kau were huge! The noodles also had the perfect texture. The congee had the perfect consistency with a lot of rock cod in it. The rock cod was perfectly cooked, very tender, and flakey. The Chinese donut was a little stale, but I guess I can't complain since we walked in 25 minutes before closing. I think I found a new lunch spot!

    (4)

  • Jonathan H.

    I had one dish here and it was Wonton noodle soup. I have to say it is the best wonton I had in the Seattle area. If anyone knows a better place, send me a message!

    (4)

  • Helena H.

    1) Cash only 2) Very good Cantonese Wonton Noodles - Is like choose the Meat and choose the noodle style you want. They offer 2 size (regular bowl or LARGE bowl for couple dollars more) 3) make it a combo (with fish balls, Beef Brisket or with "Sui Kao" (Larger version of Wonton). 4) Congee here is pretty solid but not the Fried Dough.

    (5)

  • Maria G.

    Cash only. The menu is well designed. All dishes are priced around $6 to $8. Pretty affordable. I ordered sliced pork thin noodle soup and also a bowl of congee. The sliced pork with thin noodle is rather bland. It is just wavy thin noodle with slices of pork and nothing else (maybe mixed with some green onion?). The congee is pretty good. The dishes didn't strike me as the most amazing dish ever but they are okay. Service on the other was not ideal. The lady was clearly very busy and she was taking orders as well as bringing out dishes. She brought out chinese doughnut to my table (or rather slammed on my table) but I didn't order it. She said sorry and took it back to the kitchen. But I really don't expect much about service because it is such a small restaurant.

    (3)

  • Pauline C.

    Small place in Chinatown. I had their soup with egg noodles and squid balls. Loved it.

    (4)

  • M L.

    This is probably the best congee I've had after my mom's home cooking. I had the pork and preserved egg congee and it was really tasty and very full of pork. We went here on our last day in Seattle and I wish I could come here everyday. I'd give 5 stars for the congee but I didn't try anything else, hence the 4 stars.

    (4)

  • Grace G.

    One of the best noodle and congee restaurants in the Puget Sound area. It is really small and gets busy really quick in the weekends, so prepare yourself for the lines... oh the lines! If you can get pass that then you may proceed reading this :D Anytime I'm in the area I always order one of the following: Wonton beef noodle soup (egg noodle) Won ton and Sui Kai noodle soup (egg noodle) Pork/chicken/beef congee Chinese donut and Chinese broccoli is a must. A must. Service is pretty efficient. It takes about 5-8mins to get your food after order, but time really does fly by. You get big portions that make your wallet happy. Plus it smells ohhh so good. Each bit takes your breath away. I love the broth for their noodle soup. I could just eat that all day. Congee is also pretty delicious. Note: cash only!

    (5)

  • Ai-Jung L.

    Love the congee here! Cheap and fast, good place for a quick dinner after work.

    (5)

  • Hien N.

    The Deep Fried Fish Ball & Wonton Noodle soup was delicious. The food was cheap as well. Don't be fooled when they bring the small looking bowl out because it packs a punch to your mouth! Wowz! The Fish was cooked to perfection and I'm not kidding. It was so soft and packed with flavor. The service is decent. I would recommend anyone who wants good warm food to come here. Especially if you're feeling under the weather with a cold :) Can't wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Lianna K.

    The congee here always hits the spot, but the service is terrible. Top notch service isn't to be expected at a joint like this, but it's things like getting what we ordered wrong, and completely forgetting to put in an order for noodles after the waitress repeated it back to us. Everything from getting seated to getting menus, ordering, telling the waitress she got it wrong, were met with silence. I don't give them the benefit of the doubt that maybe the waitress didn't speak English or whatever, we were speaking Chinese! I love the food here but the waitress really kills the experience enough that I won't come back.

    (3)

  • Talksabouttruth C.

    They do have good food, BUT their service is ALWAYS awful!!! When we try to get something from the waitress and called them with all the respect " Excuse me ~", the waitress gave us a look, and then turned her face to the kitchen and ignored us! WTF is going on with her? This already happened for 3 times! and I SWEAR to god, I will never come back again! If you dont care about the awful service, the food is good. Also, when we ask if we can get some sugar for our soy milk, the waitress said " NO! WE DONT HV ANY SUGAR!!" WTF? A restaurant does not hv sugar?? EVEN when we asked for another soy milk, she was still ignoring us. Third, we asked to add an egg to our rice soup, and she repeated what we ordered. BUT when we got the rice soup, their did not hv egg in it. DAMN..... I seriously WONT GO AGAIN!!

    (1)

  • Homan L.

    This IS the Pandemonium Fortress diablowiki.com/Pandemoni… for Chinese food in Seattle. The last strong hold against the impossible waves of bad(s), a reaffirmation of a simpler time, a testament to the human spirit, an enduring final stand against the greed and tyranny of bad Chinese food everywhere in Seattle. I fear that once the older generation who upholds this principle bravely fades, the flame will not be renewed and the fall of the fortress will be imminent. Let us hope I am wrong and the simple delicious bowl of reasonably priced wonton beef brisket noodle soup will continue for years and perhaps generations to come. In the winter, get there early or prepare to freeze your ass off waiting outside on the streets of Chinatown.

    (5)

  • Adrian H.

    This is the place to get congee, pork liver, and noodles. Some of the best wonton and sui-gau. Always busy, but a quick operation. Don't fret if you have to share a table or cozy up with another party, that's the way of the traditional noodle house. Food is worth it, try all the things, there is no going wrong. But you HAVE to try the basic traditional wonton noodle.

    (5)

  • Deborah D.

    their quality changes sometimes... the congee I had this week wasn't as good as before. It's too thick.

    (3)

  • Amy P.

    Delicious wonton noodle soup. Tender meat and shrimp cooked in the wonton wrapper. The beef brisket is fall apart tender, and the bowl is actually more packed than you think. Expect a wait for sure, I arrived before it opened on Sunday, and the restaurant quickly filled up all tables within 15 minutes of the doors opening.

    (4)

  • Wendy Y.

    I was told by a white guy to come here, and dame he knows his Chinese food. Bob Tate, the white guy, a legendary knife sharpening godfather and a food enthusiast recommends #10. #10 is braised beef (with a good ratio of meat and tendon) and Chinese dumplings. Bob likes his #10 with wide rice noodle but I prefer mine with lai fun - round rice noodle. Since I love squid balls I ordered them to be added to my noodles. Food is solid. Braised beef is perfectly braised in Chinese herbs and seasoning which means ever bite you taste a bit of something slightly sweet slightly savory. The meat was braised to tender but not mushy. The Chinese dumplings were packed with minced pork, bamboo shoots, and black fungus. The filling was very generous. The lai fun was cooked PERFECTLY, not too soft nor hard. I have high respect for restaurants who cook their noodles with care. It was a skillfully executed bowl of noodle. The reason I couldn't give it a full 5 stars because the squid balls let me down. It was flat and didn't have the bounce and freshness. Aside from the excellent bowl of noodle, as first time patrons I highly suggest you come in early or avoid the peak times because this place packs up fast. This place seems to be quite a favorite not only amongst the Chinese but Westerners and Vietnamese. I heard a lot of innards and wonton noodle soup being ordered. We definitely have to come back for that. This place is very special to me because all the staff working there is woman. The front staff has their Chinese style uniform and the kitchen staff has their prim and proper white chef's jackets. As I walked towards the washroom I can see the staff working on the meats, and yes, the meats looked fresh. With kitchens being known as a male dominated domain, it's assuring and encouraging for a woman like myself who is trying to get my feet wet in the culinary world. With great culinary skills and team work, good food too can come from a restaurant full of woman.

    (4)

  • Ash V.

    Hands down the best shui kai and some of the best noodle soups possible !! always do an order of chinese donut. Tip - Cash only joint please keep that in mind

    (4)

  • Candi K.

    this place is cheap and amazing. service is really quick but this place is so small that it seems they want to turnaround their tables quickly. I love their congee and wonton noodle soup. also need to get the Chinese broccoli.

    (5)

  • Anna T.

    The second I stepped through the door, I knew it was gonna be good just by the delicious smell. It's like I just stepped right into a Cantonese home. It's like I stepped into well, my own home! I ordered the beef brisket and wonton noodle soup. & mmm! it definitely hit the spot. Especially while I'm fighting a disgusting cold! The broth was sooo good, I barely had to add anything to it. The beef brisket and the wontons were on point, I saw the lady hand rolling it herself in the corner! That's when you know it's legit. Kinda forgot I was even sick in the first place, it's definitely what I needed. My boyfriend also ordered deep fried fish ball noodle soup. He kept going on and on about how good the texture was and how perfectly it was made. And let me tell ya. He's always a critic when we go eat! It's rather irritating because it's hard to find what suits his taste buds, so it was nice to hear that he liked it, which meant a lot. The service wasn't anything but casual. It's what you would expect from a restaurant in Chinatown. We were greeted with smiles, and our orders were correct so that's kinda all that matters. No doubt in my mind, we're coming back.

    (5)

  • Michael S.

    I must say that we were disappointed, given all of the glowing reviews that Mike's has received. We tried an assortment of noodle and wonton soups, congee, etc. For example, the noodle and wonton brisket soup include more fat than meat. I understand that brisket properly includes a reasonable fat content, but this was big hunks of fat (not tendon). We suspect that liberal use of MSG is made, as we were all incredibly thirsty afterwards. The wontons were a bright spot, big, with a nice skin and packed with a tasty filling that included large, whole shrimp.

    (2)

  • Lyna N.

    I'd give this place 2 and a half stars. I would not come here again. My party and I decided to try this place out because it had pretty good reviews but it was disappointing. To put it bluntly, the service was not good and neither were our noodles. There just isn't much to say, just meh. However, we only tried the dry noodles. Their wontons were pretty good, maybe their soup is better.

    (2)

  • Theresa C.

    Hands down the best Hong Kong style noodle house! The beef brisket is so tender it melts in your mouth and there is just the right mix of tendon pieces with the brisket. The wonton noodles are cooked al dente with the right amount of bite. The soup is delicious but perhaps may contain some MSG...since I did leave a little parched. The service is a little lacking, but nothing unexpected at a Chinatown establishment. I ended up going to the cashier to pay, since the waitresses were too busy running back and forth.

    (5)

  • Rocky T.

    I've been eating here for the past 15 years and it's deliciousness level has never faltered. Best Chinese noodle soup place in the ID (not including pho, that's Vietnamese for noodle novices). Won ton noodle, thick noodle, ho fan, lai fan, all noodles are exceptional. Also get the 'liver, kidney, and tripe' side dish, it's a classic!

    (5)

  • Brandon C.

    My all time favorite noodle place. As a child, my parents would always get me wonton noodles or fish ball noodles and for my brother they ordered a nice hot bowl of congee (the rice porridge). It has been many years since then, and I all I remember now is the wonderful smell of the restaurant. I walk past the front door of this place now as a busy college student and I still smell that nostalgic aroma from many years ago. This place hasn't changed one bit, and I plan on visiting some time soon to indulge in my favorite bowl of noodles. I love this place. I eat a lot of noodles.

    (5)

  • Jennifer B.

    I like eating it but the MSG kills me after. The food is tasty but maybe b/c they dump MSG in it. The congee, beef soup, anything really tastes pretty good and whenever my friend is in town we always have to go here. But watch out after. If you're sensitive to MSG keep others away from you after you're done eating!

    (2)

  • Sean T.

    Although this is a noodle house, when I'm here I go for the congee. Don't get me wrong. I've tried the noodle here several times and let's just say it's average. Be patient when you are here. Restaurant is small and there's usually a line. Service? 2.5 out of 5.

    (4)

  • Lisa N.

    HELL YES CHINESE BREAKFAST. Won ton mein is obviously a staple and theirs is HASH TAG TOTEZ AMAZE, but I love their jook. For you white kids, jook is rice porridge, aka what us Chinese kids ate growing up when we were sick, cold, too picky, or just for breakfast. Don't forget the you tiao (Chinese doughnut) to soak up the goodness, or the century egg and salt egg to add an element of creaminess! There are many varieties, with ingredients including, but not limited to: pumpkin, clam, pork liver, minced beef, rock cod, tripe, and taro. Try them all. Not together, or maybe... if they'll do it for you. It gets pretty packed full of older Chinese folks so be prepared to wait if you go during peak jook/mein hours. It's worth it. I promise.

    (5)

  • Thanh-Thanh N.

    This place is really easy to find in china town, 'ID' just doesn't feel right, because you can smell the broth from around the corner. It has some of the best beef brisket and suikau/wonton dumplings in town. I have friends from Singapore who bring their Hong Kong friends when they're in town. So i know, they know their shit. I also love the intestine platter. With pork liver and all. Their soy sauce that they bring out with the green peppers makes a very good dip. I would often pick at the green peppers in the soy sauce before the food comes out. When I'm sick I would eat the congee. The congee is what makes this a five star for me. Sometimes I can't finish the wonton soup because the flavor is so rich it gets over bearing. I often like the lighter wonton broth better of other restaurants. But there is no doubt that there is something in Mikes noodles that makes it addicting. And who the heck is MiKe? I only see Chinese women working there.

    (5)

  • Jeff C.

    WOW! By far the best wonton noodle joint in the Puget Sound area! The noodles are fresh, broth is flavorful, and the wontons are filling! I also tried the beef brisket and preserved egg/ beef congee.... Both dishes are top notch! Their wonton is really good, fresh made and cooked perfectly! This place is not as good as some of the wonton noodle joints in Vancouver but it's really close. The service is very quick; they would even take your order while you were waiting. I would definitely come back and try the rest of their dishes. A bowl of wonton noodle from Mike's is a perfect healing medicine for the cold rainy weather!

    (4)

  • Alison G.

    Finally found time to try this place! Stopped by around 10:30am on a Sunday for breakfast. The place was busy when we entered and even busier once we places our orders. It's a small place but pretty clean for a restaurant in Chinatown. There is a window inside the restaurant that allows you to see into the kitchen which is a nice touch. Ordered wonton fun and my boyfriend ordered some other noodle dish but I can't remember the name. The food was delicious and came out promptly. Wait time around 5 mins. Our bill total was $14. The older woman taking our order was extremely rude. She's the type of person that'll leave a bitter taste in your mouth. From the moment she took our order to even asking her for the check, I really thought we had made a mistake coming here. She charged us both for larges when we didn't order that size and I'm surprised that we even decided to tip. I took off two stars bc of the service.

    (3)

  • Jada P.

    Mike's Noodle House is the only place I go to for congee in Seattle. It's definitely better than anywhere else in my opinion. I usually come here on the weekends especially for comfort/hangover food. I always get the pork with preserved egg congee and my friend usually gets the black chicken congee. You can tell they take the time to make the congee really good because the rice is really broken down into a nice consistency. I've also had the beef brisket soup and the wonton noodle soup which are also very good. This place can get pretty busy on the weekends so I recommend going earlier in the morning before the line gets really long. Also, it's cash only so don't forget to bring cash.

    (5)

  • Gigi L.

    MNH has its good and bad dishes. We ordered preserved egg/pork, preserved/salted egg w/ clam, and pig organs congee along with the wonton noodles and beef brisket noodles. My dad grew up on congee and is a chef so he knows good congee. And although the actual flavor of the congee was just okay, he said the congee itself was well prepared, and I agree. As for the wontons, they just didn't tickle my fancy. The flavor of the actual wontons & broth was good, but I didn't like the texture because the pork was much to minced. The beef brisket was tender and flavored pretty well but the thick rice noodles that accompanied it were soggy and choppy. My verdict is to skip MNH if you're a tourist visiting, because it isn't worth waiting in line for 25minutes for table. CASH ONLY

    (3)

  • Veronica J.

    One of the big reasons why I want to come visit Seattle again, the beef brisket wonton soup was hot with tender meat and flavorful broth, instantly warmed me up from the chilly Seattle weather :) CASH only, I wanted to get a second bowl but didn't have any extra cash on me booo!

    (5)

  • Len L.

    Something about eating at a place that makes you feel like the warm and fuzzy you get when you were growing up with your parents. This is the place that you will this feeling. Walked up and down Chinatown and spotted this gem, one step in and you will see and feel like a little kid again..Another step is to taste the noodles and dumplings and "zap" you will be transformed back when you are a little kid with your parents eating noodles and dumplings. Don't even have to look at the menu, just order what everyone one else has ordered " noodles, dumpling and a side of greens" is all you need. Too bad this entire meal lasted 10 minutes, I tried to take my time but it was sooooo good, I could not stop. Come in and try it - You will not be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Tma Y.

    Ideal place for traditional hong kong style brunch. They only make a few types of dishes and made everything in top quality. Rice congee and shrimp wonton noodles are the best in town. Don't miss water-blanched organs if you dare!

    (5)

  • Amanda G.

    Ever since Wonton City in Bellevue closed down, I have been trying to find a good place to curb my craving of wontons. From Yelp, I got to know about this place. Tried it and loved it! I have visited this place twice and really like the Dry Wonton Noodles (thick egg noodles). Each wonton contains1 full size small shrimp with well marinated minced pork - juicy and crunchy! I love the taste of the soup but would prefer it to be less salty. Anyway, this dish always reminds me of "Mee Pok Tah" in Singapore. Another thing to note is..This place is CASH only! I would come back again...wished that they will open a store in the eastside!

    (4)

  • Stan L.

    they have a great wonton noodle soup.. the broth is an impressive depth of flavor and it's absolutely delicious on a cold day i also highly recommend their beef brisket.. their congee is also the perfect consistency.. they must use the same magic ratio i use at home when i make congee (12 cups of water to 1 cup of rice)

    (5)

  • Lolia S.

    It's called Mike's Noodle House but congee looks to be the most popular choice among diners. The congee choices are plentiful, including more unusual choices like clam, dry oyster, pork stomach, kidney, white fungus and black chicken along with fish, minced beef, sliced beef, etc. You can add peanuts and preserved egg to your congee or get an order of the Chinese donut ($1.70). They also have plenty of noodles "Guilin style" and noodle soups. * Black chicken congee ($5.99): a smaller bowl of congee topped with chopped scallions and served piping hot. The texture was very good, creamy, smooth and not too watery. It didn't include ginger but the congee was flavorful and filled with many chopped black chicken pieces (the skin is black). The pieces had lots of bones though, so it made it difficult to eat. The black chicken tastes a bit like duck. I was expecting a dingy old Chinatown restaurant but Mike's looks remodeled, clean and bright. They play soothing music and bring complimentary hot tea. Cash only.

    (4)

  • Eve C.

    This place reminded me of those whole in the wall noodle stalls in Hong Kong that my grandfather took me to years ago. The wonton egg noodle soup is a classic. The porridge with fried rice dough (Chinese donut) is addictively sick! Easily replace homemade meals. Unless most Chinese restaurants that overload their food with msg, Mike's is rather light on salt, another plus. Although I was disappointed to find some mustard looking sauce that came right out of a plastic tube instead of real fermented bean curd stirred in with the ong choy. This place will definitely be an influential factor if I consider moving to Seattle.

    (5)

  • Kim C.

    Found this place through yelp! Was craving some soup noodle and this place hit the spot. I ordered the wonton soup noodle, congee with preserved egg and beef brisket noodle. Wonton soup noodle was my favorite! The wontons were fresh and full of flavor! Definitely hand made and not frozen. The noodles were cooked to perfection. Congee was overrated. (Good but I had better) Beef brisket noodle soup was good! Lots of meat and very tender. Also if you are a chili lover, they have fresh and spicy chili condiments on every table!

    (4)

  • Hana P.

    Hands down the best beef brisket noodles I've ever had. My friends and family also enjoy the sui gao and wontons. I do have a warning to those who do not like fatty pieces of meet (like myself). I find myself biting the pieces of fat off and watching it pile up on the plate my bowl is on... Just a fact! BUT the meat part is delicious! Servers are pretty friendly and they bring out your food promptly. Don't have many complaints for Mike's!

    (5)

  • Noriko A.

    Great noodle and congee selections. I can get my pork livers with noodles or congee! Who knew finding a restaurant who can prepare livers right was a task! I finally found my place. I like their Sui Kau, however, I like Hing Loon's better. It's just a matter of personal preference. If you like pork livers like I do, try it at Mike's. Simple dish done perfectly.

    (4)

  • Sonya J.

    Good fix for Chinese comfort food. Congee a little thick for me but still tasty. Wonton mein delish

    (5)

  • Jennifer O.

    It's a cold and sunny day in Seattle, so I want Hot Soup! I order the #9 Beef Brisket and Won Ton Noodle Soup and a 1/2 order of Chinese Donuts. The Chinese Donuts kind of remind me of if an Indian Flat Bread and Churro got together and made a little baby! The Brisket is Tender, The Won Ton's are Fat Pillows of Tasty Goodness, with a little Pork Meatball and a Shrimp in each one of them. Broth not to Salty and the Soup was Really Hot. Just what I needed on this Cold Seattle day.

    (4)

  • Cubicle Y.

    This is the real deal. It really hit the spot on a chilly day. Super authentic and delicious! We went early-ish on a Monday and were glad we did because there was already a line forming. It's a really small place, but turnover is pretty quick. I went with the brisket and wonton noodle soup and was stoked all the way to the last slurp. Service was brusk and brisk. Love the smooth jazz music in the background.

    (5)

  • LT K.

    Had lunch here twice in a roll because the food was so good. I had the sui kao & beef brisket noodle soup the first day. The soup was flavorful, the sui kao was delicious and the beef brisket was tender--so satisfying. The next day I had the congee with pork and century egg. Again it was so tasty; rarely you would find this congee this good, mostly it is passable. the only thing I did not like was the diced pork. It would have been tastier if it had been cook with the congee instead of adding to it when ordered. Service is quick and friendly, and the food comes out quick too. Plus the restaurant is clean, so is the kitchen.

    (4)

  • Samantha R.

    As a disclaimer, I don't really like noodle soup. However, my husband loves noodle soup and this was a disappointment to him as well. My chicken noodle soup, that I didn't order (I ordered pork), was not to my liking and I didn't finish it after trying it. Particularly the chicken, which somehow tasted fake and fatty at the same time. They did not charge us for that order though. My husband had beef brisket and the brisket was extremely fatty. Would not go again.

    (2)

  • Brandon Y.

    Nice soup. Lots of fish taste. Worth the wait in line. They take your order while in line.

    (5)

  • Whitney B.

    When you notice an oversized awning covering a small restaurant that has a fairly organized line of Asian people spilling out of the door, you know it's a Cantonese restaurant. That, or it's a store that is holding discounts on rice cookers. I'm not going to sugar-coat, this place is rustic and it's cramped. It brings back fond memories of when I was in Guangzhou. The wooden tables and chairs are a nice touch. I'm surprised to see that there are no short plastic tables and chairs that have anime caricatures on them, that would really push the edge of authenticity. Service is nothing but aloof. All they really want is to have you sit down and eat, so that the next customer can take your seat. Walk in any time from 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM and expect to find a full house of customers or close to it. Prepare to feel the discomfort start sinking in when you are waiting near the door and you realize that there are people on both sides eating. I know when I am there, the last table I want is the ones right by the front door because I do not like people hovering over me while I eat. I don't come here for the service, it's for the food. They don't have the sugar, spice, and everything nice recipes. My mom and I used to frequent here when I was a kid, so this restaurant has been a long-time favorite. I come here for their congee, their several varieties of wonton noodle soup, and beef brisket. That's it because that's what I believe are their best dishes. The no-broth noodle dishes just don't hit the spot for me. But how can I explain the congee? It's perfect. The consistency is spot-on with it not being too runny nor too dry. It does not have the gloppy rice that occurs when it's not cooked well, something I am all too familiar with when I try to make it at home. Do I even delve into that? I fail at cooking my own native dishes. My grandma is giving me a sarcastic, slow clap from her kitchen in China. I'll leave it to others cooking it. My favorite way to eat congee is with ginger, scallions, fried Chinese donut, and preserved duck egg. The marinated beef brisket that they have here is some of the best I have ever had. It will give your jaw a run for its money because of its toughness and chewiness. That's the way it should be, though, and it's not ever too salty or oily. I don't regularly eat it but I do enjoy it when it's accompanied with a noodle soup of sorts. I haven't had better wonton noodle soup elsewhere but that's because I actively refuse to look elsewhere. I love that the wontons here have a very thin wrapper and not the ones that are 3" thick. The flavor in their broths is not too overpowering or salty, so paired with their delicious egg noodles, you are able to enjoy a simple yet delectable bowl of soup.

    (4)

  • Danielle C.

    The broth here is very good. It is pretty clear, and oily/salty, but I like the rather garlicky flavor it has. I have eaten both the thin egg and thick noodles in the soup before, and I prefer the thick ones since they have more substance. The beef balls are okay - I wish they would have the Fuzhou fish balls (fishballs with meat inside), though. The sliced pork soup isn't that great though. The chunks of meat felt super slimy. Even my boyfriend who is pretty open to most food thought it wasn't that good. Be warned that I have gotten a waitress once who didn't shower or something, so the body odor was pretty strong. And one time my party also had to wait over 20 minutes for a table because some party that came after us (with the same amount of people) got to go before us, for some reason. Minor customer service details. This place is also cash only.

    (4)

  • Tim C.

    The beef noodle soup with wontons hit the spot for me. The broth had nice flavoring, and the wontons were tasty. Next time, I'm getting the thicker noodles, though. I'm just a bigger fan of thick noodles. My wife ordered their congee, and it was not bad. They skimped a little on the ingredients (less toppings, etc.), but it still tasted good. Especially with the white pepper. Yum.

    (4)

  • Ozzie L.

    Not bad at all, we had the ginger beef which was full of flavor as well as the beef brisket noodle soup. The broth and beef had exceptional flavor but for some reason I got a weird taste from the noodles them selves. Not sure if it was just me but give them a try and let me know what you think.

    (4)

  • Savannah S.

    I read the reviews on this so I thought I would give it a shot! We had the beef and wonton noodle and the ginger and green onion noodle. Both were mediocre, service was mediocre and impersonal. I just wasn't feelin' it, and I'm a huge fan of noodles. I think the best noodle joints are in the u-district so I'll probably head that way in the future.

    (2)

  • Angela L.

    I love wanton noodle soup & this place serves ONE of the best outside Hong Kong. The broth is very tasty. The wonton & sui kow are simply delicious! Their congees are not bad too!

    (5)

  • L S.

    Awesome, authentic Hong Kong style noodle house. Portions are small but that is part of the authenticity. The soup base is good - full of fish broth goodness and the noodles are cooked to perfection. The dining room is quietly pleasant too -- reminiscent of a specialized noodle house in Hong Kong. Perfect fix for boarding the train to Seatac airport.

    (5)

  • Jocy C.

    As Joolie T says - Delicious, Fast, and Cheap. I wholeheartedly agree. When in Seattle, this place is a MUST. Service is quick - not overly friendly. Food is delicious. Can't go wrong with any of their noodle soups!

    (5)

  • Amanda K.

    The congee with clams, salted egg, and preserved egg is legit! Really comforting :)

    (5)

  • Joop V.

    I go to Mike's when my stomach calls for a good bowl of wonton noodle soup :) The egg noodles and soup are reliably tasty and everyone I took enjoyed the food there. The restaurant is also very clean and the waiters/waitresses can speak English well, so ordering or asking questions is as easy as a breeze (especially if you are not sure about the food you want to order). Other than noodles, I have also tried their thousand year egg congee and the Chinese fried crullers (although I think Mike's is known more for their noodles) and they were good as well. Some downsides: 1) small place (so if you go at peak time e.g. lunch or dinner times, you will probably have to wait in line outside of a restaurant), 2) finding a parking spot in International District is always frustrating) and 3) the restaurant only takes cash (no credit cards).

    (4)

  • Emma F.

    Authentic, cheap, noodles soups. A HUGE variety to choose from too. The beef and won ton is delicious but then again everything is.

    (4)

  • Kathryn C.

    If it was possible to give this place 0 stars, I would. It was disgusting. I've never walked away from a plate of food and left it all just sitting there. The beef was gray and too slippery to even grab with chopsticks. The noodles tasted like they had been washed with dish soap. I've never had something so foul at a restaurant. I took three bites and couldn't eat anymore. Plus the rotten smell coming from my boyfriend's fish ball soup was gagging me. The waitress came over at the end and asked if I wanted a box. No... thank... you. I'm never going back.

    (1)

  • chris k.

    Not many good places to have Won Ton noodle soup, but this is by far the best. Those that have eaten really good Won Ton noodle soup before, this really doesn't compare, but it's good. The Chinese broccoli (Gai Lan) is very good and the congee isn't bad either. You'd want to give the place 5 stars, but there isn't a place that has reached that standard in Seattle, yet.

    (4)

  • Risa D.

    This was one of those fortuitous Yelp finds on a hungry day in a new city. Hungry I just ordered: whatever the house special is? The result was an amazing dumpling soup - stuffed with mushrooms, shrimp and pork floating in a delicious broth on a bed of thin noodles. You can watch the food being made, listen to the staff and cooks crack each other up, pay $7 and get super well fed, then mosey back out into the pretty park.

    (4)

  • Carlos J.

    Love this place. I always make it a point to go here every time I'm in Seattle for work. It's a staple. Beef brisket and the won ton noodle soups are the best things on the menu. (Not a big fan of congee , but I hear great things about theirs). I'm flying in Sunday morning and this is going to be my first stop! Like everybody says, cash only, but there's a liquor store just diagonally down the street that has an ATM. There's also a nice little tea shop next door.

    (5)

  • David H.

    Authentic cheap dumpling noodle soup. Huge dumplings about 2 inches long. Nice spice and flavor in soup. Long lines... mostly Asians, another great sign. Cash only...

    (4)

  • Lily H.

    The beef brisket noodle ($7.10), the second item on the menu, was composed of (1) noodles, (2) tendon, gristle, fat, and other chewy but inedible by-products of a bovine, (3) a tiny sprinkling of green onions, and (4) broth. Very disappointing considering how popular this place seems to be with both the local Cantonese as well as non-Asians. I left still hungry, yearning for a much more filling bowl of Vietnamese pho (a better bang-for-your-buck, too). There have to be better noodle places in the I.D. than this.

    (1)

  • Emily C.

    This is one of the best Chinese restaurants in America! It is so good and so cheap. It's not fancy but the food is amazing. Hong Kong comfort food at its best. Best wonton noodle soup and congee.

    (5)

  • Judy C.

    Must try if you are in Seattle! One of the best noodle places I've been too. Prices are very reasonable for a bowl of noodle. Soups that come with them are delicious. Made with pork and shrimp. The wonton and shu gau is extremely flavorful. Congees are excellent as well. All the dishes are excellent. Every time I visit Seattle, this is a must go!

    (5)

  • Larisha S.

    Glad I had cash (Cash only). This place is fantastic. Friend of mine and I stopped in as we were starving in International District. Food was cheap and super delicious. I don't know if they make their own noodles, but I bet they do. Good portion size. He had squid ball and dumpling and I had brisket and dumpling. Brisket is so beyond amazing hands down. The place is borderline divey but not divey. Locals go there which is an excellent sign. I'd definitely go back again if I'm in Seattle again.

    (5)

  • Christina H.

    Everything people said is true, cash only, no-fuss/no-buzz service, inexpensive, and fast (if you can get a table). After being this place all these years, I like their congees the most, with Chinese donut stick on the side, and blanched green vegetable to share. I also like their blanched fish with special sauce, but there is just no room for all the yummy food! It's definitely a gem in ID, Seattle.

    (5)

  • Charlene I.

    -1 star because it's always crazy, stupid packed when I come here! Cash only is kind of inconvenient as well! Aside from the wait time, the soup here is real good! I used to hit up The Hong Kong Noodle House, but when that place closed, Mike's became my n

    (4)

  • Yat Long C.

    Great food. Go before 12pm because it will be super busy after that. Remember.... Cash only~

    (4)

  • Vicky L.

    This place will test your patience. Always busy. Always a line. And crowded. But regardless, you should give Mike's a try. If you're a wonton noodle lover like me then this is the place to go. Great wonton noodle dish and there's a variety of combos with wontons and other stuff like beef and tripes. I also like the fresh tripes serve with peppery soy sauce. And there are the Chinese donuts that you can add into your soup after the noodles are gone. Delicious. Yum. Tasty. Because this place is often busy, don't expect a lot of attention. This is a warning so I better not see reviews about the lack of service folks! When you can get attention, the folks are nice though. And a last piece of vital information, this place takes cash only...I believe. There's a BOA and Wells Fargo in Chinatown, so no excuses to not stop by.

    (3)

  • Raymond C.

    Mike's is your best bet for finding good noodle soups and congee in the Seattle area. Their noodles aren't as "tsong" or springy as Wonton Noodle House in Edmonds, but sometimes a brother don't want to drive for 25 mins for some noodles namsayin?! Notable dishes for me are the seafood (sampan) congee, beef brisket/wonton noodles, and the various types of lo mein. I usually stick with the lo mein because of the extra noodle illusion, unadultered soup on the side, and salt-tastic soy/jalapeno dipping sauce. For you folks not in the know, you can order pretty much any type of meat or dumpling to go with your lo mein, even if its not on the menu. My advice, go with the pork kidney... Kobe said you're welcome.

    (4)

  • Debbie P.

    It's not on the menu: Sui Kau Noodle with special fish balls.

    (4)

  • Nelson Y.

    I had the beef brisket and wonton noodles and it was fantastic. Great broth, good price, and the regular size was more than enough food! The brisket was tender, juicy, and the broth was tasty and seasoned well (not salty). Will come again!

    (4)

  • Yee V.

    If you're looking for great egg noodles, come by Mike's. And when you do, either plan to come early or plan to wait. Actually, plan to wait either way. haha. The place isn't that large and there's always a number of people looking to come eat here, so you'll end up waiting regardless sometimes. My favoite is always to get the sui kau with beef brisket! You could never go wrong with this combo. The food is good. Service is average. If they could expand, that would be great!

    (4)

  • Monkey T.

    Several different WONTON SOUPs here. Noodle dishes take longer so keep that in mind. Monkey ends up waiting while everyone else is slurping up their yummy soup. Monkey do #38 BEEF & NOODLES - Grub! Worth the wait. Clean restaurant and bathroom. Great combination. Service is quick, although waitress did hover over us until we ordered. Good, quick grub. Monkey shall return. CA$H ONLY!

    (4)

  • Angela H.

    Such a hole in the wall. A native Seattle friend took me and my other California friend and made our way to Chinatown in Seattle. As we were walking by, I kept thinking how sketch and my Seattle friend would make remarks like, oh yeah, definitely don't want to be walking around here at night. So, I was a little antsy about going here. The restaurant itself blends in with these shops and doesn't stand out in any way and even looks a bit dingy. Walk in, it's actually very nice and clean. It's kind of a funny mish mash of things. You're in a Chinese restaurant (which, Chinese restaurants are not known to be classy or anything), there's classical music, and then there's women folding hundreds of wonton and dumplings next to you while you order/eat. The wonton soup is delicious here. I usually don't like ordering wonton soup, but apparently, you go here for the wonton soup. I'm generally not a huge fan of wonton soup, but this gets four thumbs up! I got the wonton soup with beef brisket, so good. I want some right now, just thinking about it. Prices are super reasonable too. Don't remember any of the wonton soup bowls being more than $8.

    (5)

  • R B.

    OMG. best wonton soup ever. mmmm. place is packed. I had to wait in line. but well worth the wait. cozy place. they sat a lol old Chinese man with me. cute.

    (5)

  • Terry H.

    Short mobile review: My favorite Cantonese restaurant hands down. Especially great for their various types of congee on a cold day. Add brisket, veggie, and donut for a nice meal for two. :)

    (5)

  • Jeanie I.

    This place reeks of urea & ammonia, most likely from the skatefish they use for the fish broth. The odor was so offensive I could not stay and finish my soup. I could taste nothing in my soup because of the odor. I would love to try it again, because I am a huge fan of Chinese noodles, but I will send my husband in there to see if it stinks before I go in.

    (1)

  • Ray I.

    It was pretty alright. I had the wonton and siukau noodle soup with flat rice noodles. My friend got the rock cod egg noodle soul and ordered a side of steamed rock cod to share. Everything tasted good but wasn't that spectacular. The spicy chili sauce on the side is what made it flavorful for the both of us. I'd be willing to come back there and try the congee though, but only if other places in the ID that I want to eat at are full.

    (3)

  • Tracy I.

    I keep on forgetting about this place. Out of sight, out of mind, but this place is truly the best place that I have been to since King Cafe (I miss this place, closed years ago) for some good old traditional wontons and wonton noodles. Place gets fairly busy and isn't really that big. Also, this place DOES NOT take cards. So, remember to bring cash! If any one know of a place better, please message me!

    (5)

  • Phoebe H.

    My favorite noodle place in ID! Mike's is always a good option on a rainy, cold blustery Seattle day, or just whenever your noodle and soup craving settles in. I frequent Mike's because it's convenient, affordable, and absolutely delicious! Their congee comes with all sorts of options, so you can get anything from a simple bowl of hot congee or a more complex version with clam and salted egg (my personal favorite). There's also other dishes available like vegetables and Chinese donuts. Their noodles are freshly made (there's a clear window for you to watch) and I think there are 4 options of noodles to choose from. The wontons are the BEST there, with both pork and shrimp! Lines can be too long around prime hour for lunch and dinner, but the wait is never too long. They also only take cash, so be prepared (ATM nearby).

    (4)

  • Danny S.

    I've been here many many times and keep telling myself I'm going to try something new, but I always end up getting the beef noodle with sui kau(sp?). It is the best noodle soup in Seattle, period. Closest thing I've had was in SF and NYC. Get it. You will not be disappointed, as I never have.

    (5)

  • Jason Y.

    good

    (5)

  • Andrew L.

    One of the first things that I ate when I came to Seattle was the beef brisket wonton noodle soup and I still remember it like it was yesterday. It's everything that you look for in a great bowl of noodle soup: piping hot, rich, flavorful broth, tender beef, crunchy bok choy, perfectly made wontons, and perfect bouncy, al dente egg noodles.

    (5)

  • Franklin C.

    This is the go to spot for noodles in Chinatown. They don't only have noodles but beef tripe that is delicious too. I almost always order one bowl of noodles and the tripe to share. When I'm seated, I also get hot tea brought to me without asking. I have to ask for water though but that's normal considering this is china town and chinese people love their tea. This place is best if you have a group of 4 or less.

    (5)

  • Katie C.

    Got broccoli and bok choi veg to share. Each of the three of us got a noodle bowl: wontons, squid ball and brisket were all delicious. Will definitely be back. Quick, friendly service and great value for the money. Cash only. Next time, will try the congee with a side order of donuts, which seemed almost as popular as the noodle soups.

    (5)

  • Ito A.

    I have never had their congee, but their noodle soup is pretty good. The broth is very flavorble. It is one of my favorite place to go for lunch when I was working nearby. It is located in the heart of Chinatown, so it is not too far from anything once you are around the area. I encourage you to sit in if you can when it is not crowded so you are able to take advantage of the sauces on the side. I love to put the chilli flakes into my broth and mix it with my noodles. It is oh so gooood. Makes the soup more tasty. But it is usually pretty crowded when I go, especially during meal times. The eating space is not very big. You might have to eat on the same with strangers if you go by yourself. But it's Chinatown... that's usually the case unless you go to a big restaurant.

    (4)

  • Sylvia L.

    5 stars but keep in mind it's 5 stars in Seattle. I have had much, much better congee and noodles elsewhere. But then again I did grow up in Hong Kong, and you just can't compare. Okay back to Mike's - This is the place I go when I want congee. I may not be any sort of food expert but, again, I did eat a good amount of congee in the past 20 something years. Mike's have by far the best congees I've had in Seattle. Noodles are also good, for the most part anyways. I usually opt out the beef briskets because they're a bit chewy most of the time. Wontons on the other hand are above average. The price is the other attraction. It's cheap, very cheap. Just remember to bring your greens because they do not take plastics. Seatings get extra tight during busy time. I have dined with strangers at the same table before. But hey that just adds authenticity! ;) For those who have no clue what congees are, they are rice soup. Good when you are sick, and probably now since it's freezing over everywhere. I recommend ordering a side of Chinese donut for dipping in the soup.

    (5)

  • Kulinary K.

    Wow. Mike's has a vast variety of congee and noodle dishes. I opted for the congee with pumpkin and cod. By far the best congee I had in the ID but minus one star for the lack of seats (I had to share a table at lunch time.)

    (4)

  • Vu N.

    Pretty good congee and decent noodles. If you don't come there early you might have to wait a while for a table. I think we had to wait at least 15 minutes before we got a table. The place is tiny, some living rooms are bigger than the eating area. The place seem clean and the service is friendly. Good place to get some good congee.

    (3)

  • Nancy S.

    Two visits to Mike's and I am totally impressed. I cannot wait to come here again when I visit Seattle in August. I had the noodle with Beef Brisket...great. Then I returned and had the sui gai and noodle. Simple but the best dumpling I have ever eaten!!!!

    (4)

  • Bunneh L.

    OK, I really, really want to like this place. I do. But I just don't. At least not yet. Maybe I'm not ordering the right thing, but this place always has a line, so that's gotta mean something, right? I ordered the noodle soup with sui-kau (shrimp and pork dumpling) and squid balls. The broth was clear, mild, and fairly flavorful. The thin egg noodles were nice and al dente, but I think I prefer rice noodles (which I don't think they have), especially in broth. As a whole, the dish was good, but it didn't blow me away. I also got a side order of bok choy with oyster sauce, which was pretty good, but really hard to eat because they serve them in huge bundles and it's hard to bite them off with your teeth. My table mates (complete strangers, mind you) ordered noodles sauteed with beef and some other kind of meat. It looked good, so maybe I'll give that a try next time. Or maybe I should try the congee. I really don't know that much about "real" Chinese food, so it's hard for me to know what to order! PROS: Doesn't get more authentic than this folks. The restaurant itself is actually pretty clean and non-divey. Pleasantly surprised. The prices are very affordable. CONS: They unapologetically seat you at tables with complete fucking strangers. They don't even ask first if you're OK with it. It's really uncomfortable and frankly, inconsiderate. Also, the noodle soup did not fill me up for very long. I ate at noon and by 2pm, I was starving. I ate my second lunch at 2:30. No joke.

    (3)

  • jonathan s.

    OMG best congee ever (pork, dried oyster, with the addition of preserved egg)! And the waitress topped off my bowl when I got the rest to go. I get congee every where I see it and this is the top spot!

    (5)

  • Irene I.

    Although I really like Canton Wonton, I'd have to say that Mikes Noodle House edges out Canton. The interior is nicer, and the suikau are absolutely delicious. I always order the Suikau noodles, chinese donuts, and chinese broccoli and oyster sauce - YUM!!!! Can't beat the price either..my boyfriend can eat A LOT, and we can get out of there with a bill under $20. gotta love that!

    (5)

  • Vivian N.

    After a serious craving for congee, I decided to check out Mike's Noodle House after reading recommendations on Yelp. I went around lunchtime and was lucky enough to grab a table after waiting for a minute or two. I ordered the boneless chicken congee with Chinese donut(s) - the bowl was a bit on the smaller end (compared to other places I've eaten at for congee), but filling enough to be a light lunch. I had some beef with my chicken though (ho ho) - every other piece seemed to be tendon! I felt like it took me five minutes just to eat a single spoonful of my meal - and this is congee we're talkin' about for chrissake! The congee itself was yummy - not my favorite place for it, but definitely worth checking out. The price was alright ($6ish). And their wonton noodle soups look tasty, so I might check that out someday. The service was definitely speedy, if a little hasty. My friend and I were probably checked up on about 10 times during the span of three minutes. You think they would get the hint after several "gimme a few minutes, I'm not ready" remarks! At least they were overly attentive in a sincere and friendly way though.

    (3)

  • Mindy T.

    Came here with my Chinese/Vietnamese dad. He LOVED it! and trust me, he knows authentic. We both had the wonton mein- great flavor in the broth, delicious and authentic noodles and wontons. Excellent. Excellent. Excellent. We also ordered a hell of a lotta sides, including the chinese donuts, which were great, a little on the greasy side, but that's actually how they're supposed to taste anyway. Another point for the authenticity. Seriously, it's like they flew this from China.. except for the fact that everything is very fresh. The only thing not authentic is the service, cause usually service in low-key restaurants in Asia have pretty crappy service. Not here though! Service was great, there was only one lady working the whole restaurant and she was great. Very nice, polite, and attentive. All in all... great place!!! Definitely need to come here, especially if you consider Panda Express Chinese food (which it definitely isn't). Only con is they only accept cash, but that's to be expected with a Chinatown joint.

    (5)

  • Wendy L.

    This place is packed!! But the wait is sure worth it! Just went back about 2 weeks ago and ordered my usual pork liver congee but with fish. mmmm. Just as I remember it last year. The beef brisket noodles are also delish. The broth is tasty and the meat is tender. Getting hungry just thinking about it. :) ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . ~ . I was craving congee/porridge/jook while visiting Seattle in December. I know when a Chinese place is authentic when the menu has beef/chicken/pork parts and pieces (organ meats) on it. So I ordered the pork liver congee. The liver was cooked to perfection. It was bouncy/resilient but tender and juicy. The "jook" base was savory and just the right texture. My craving was satisfied. mmm jook. Chinese soul food.

    (5)

  • Sudachom S.

    The best Chinese noodle in Seattle. Try it

    (5)

  • Marlyn C.

    Fantastic noodles. I adore this place and mean to go much more often than I do. Dirt cheap, too.

    (4)

  • Janet T.

    Good place for wonton noodles. Super busy during lunch hours and the prices are great! Wonton Soup with dumplings for under $5, you really cant beat that! It's a cash-only establishment but like all the other wonton houses, this doesn't really stand out too much to me. Btw, if you want to eat here, parking sucks.

    (3)

  • sally B.

    Sooo delicious, and so cheap. The wonton soup is my favorite, beef brisket, fish ball, whatever as long as you get the wontons. Also the pumpkin congee. How can you go wrong with soup and donuts? There's a crazy lunch rush- so be ready to stand around and get jostled.

    (5)

  • Marina H.

    I survived college on noodle soup and coffee, and how I wished Mike's Noodle House existed back then! The soups are mouthwatering, the prices super low, and the place is nice and clean. I ordered noodle soup with brisket, and my friends got wonton (the seafood kind) soup. Both equally delicious, the brisket oh-so-tender and oh-so-juicy, the wontons generously stuffed with shrimp and other seafood. A great place for grabbing a quick bite.

    (4)

  • B S.

    Amazing oyster/pork belly congee and quick service! First time I've had a dish where the flavor got BETTER as I got to the bottom of the bowl!!!I can't wait to go back again which will be very soon! Just remember to bring cash because they don't take cards or checks...

    (4)

  • P C.

    I worked in the ID for years and have eaten in almost every restaurant - several times. But I have always avoided this place because of the crowds and because I NEVER go to a Asian restaurant that has more Non-Asians than Asians in it. Plus the waitresses have on cutsy Chinadoll uniforms EEEEKKKKK! Just like in a fantasy of some guy with a Yellow Fever fetish. Usually when Non-Asians discover a restaurant the prices go up and the quality goes down. We ordered Beef Tendons/Brisket Soup Noodles with Sui Gai and Beef/Preserved Egg Congee (Jook in my dialect) and a full order of Chinese Donuts. In the Noodle Soup the Beef Tendons were properly cooked - soft and gelatinous - and the soup broth was beefy and rich. The Brisket was tough, stringy and over-cooked. The noodles were a bit too chewy and tough, they needed about 5 more minutes cooking time. The Sui Gai were first steamed then deep-fried - I've never had them cooked this way. In the Jook the Beef was very tender and tasted like Beef. Boiled beef can be tough so must be tenderized with Baking Soda but too much Baking Soda gives the beef a metallic taste. And there was lots of Preserved Egg. Preserved Egg is the most expensive ingredient so if they were to cut costs they would cut that amount. The Jook was thick and well-cooked. Improperly cooked Jook will separate and individual rice grains can be seen. Chinese Donuts are traditionally eaten with Jook and should be hot and crisp. These were cold and stale. The best Chinese Donuts in the ID are at Hing Loong just down the street. And you can get Chinese Donuts wrapped in Rice Noodle with Hoisin Sauce there, YUM! The waitresses said "please" and "thank you", certainly not commonly heard in a Chinese restaurant and it felt very strange. And the prices were about a $1/dish more than other noodle restaurants. All making this a mixed experience. Mostly competently done food but compromises to cater to non-Asians. I hope they do not go the well worn path of other "discovered" restaurants.

    (4)

  • Richard H.

    first time congee experience and it was lovely. Got the Sliced Beef Congee and the Pork and Dry Oyster Congee along with an order of Chinese Doughnuts for a total of $12.60 + tip. The doughnuts came out right away and were just okay by themselves, but not too much later the congees came out and were nearly still boiling hot. After a good 10 minute cool-down period I got a great taste of the pork and oyster congee. The individual pieces of pork and oyster were perfectly balanced with the smooth rice porridge. I really enjoyed it. The sliced beef was good, but thinner than the other and also insanely boiling hot. After it had cooled from thermonuclear to just molten lava I got a taste. Good, but not really as flavorful as the pork and oyster (Coulda been that my taste buds had been incinerated though). I dipped the doughnut in the congees for a little extra texture. Good stuff. Watching other ppl's food come out made me wanna try a lot more of the menu. I'm especially curious about the pumpkin congee and the wonton soups. The place itself is small, but we got a table right away on a Sat. afternoon. The service is prompt and polite. The giant window looking directly into the kitchen is an awesome way to watch real chinese cooks doing their thing. Those ladies were making some awesome looking dishes. I will definitely come back to Mike's

    (4)

  • Marcie C.

    Wow this is delicious food! I ordered the wonton soup and the broth itself was so flavorful and mouthwatering! And the noodles were just the right consistency. They have a cool window where you can see the people prepare you food. The food came very quickly (within 5 minutes) and they were packed. We went at 11am and when we left at 11:30am, there was a line out the door!

    (5)

  • Vanessa F.

    Oh yum.....I had dry flat rice noodles with sui kao and broth on the side. The broth was a tasty combo of seafood and rich beef flavors. It was wonderful.....crowded, but it didnt really matter. I could go there 2x a week for sure.

    (5)

  • joe H.

    Ordered beef brisket with wonton noodle soup. Dont know if it was because we got there around 8pm, but the soup was overly salty and it wasnt just mine. Finished it while drinking a lot of tea and water. At least the noodle wasnt bad. I hate soggy noodles.

    (2)

  • Lc C.

    I have only been here once so can't exactly give this place that extra star it should deserve but so far I'm impressed. I came in for a quick bite and mikes noodle crib caught my palate. Entering you can tell this place can get busy real quick considering the tiny space it provides for patrons but I'm all good about things like this. So with the food. The menu isn't all so extensive but there's mos def some hitters. If you like me, you eat things most people steer away from. That's why I ordered the liver noodles. I can tell you right now that I wasn't expecting the liver to be so much on one order! I'm like "damn, hella liver." When I eat liver I don't eat too much of it but the way they taste wasn't the way I'm used to eating liver. It wasn't bitter nor was it grainy as with most liver dishes. They were pleasently sweet and savory, with good give to em. Mind you they were pork liver, and pork liver is gross most of the time I eat them but these were the exception. Good ass liver mon! Ooh and the noodles? I forgot this place is a noodle crib LOL But the noodles were coo. Coo on a level like.. it taste like your standard noodle yet it was just right for me not to complain. I'm asian guy so I should be real critical about noodles but really I don't give a shit. My highlight are them damn liver slices! All n all this spot will get me inn again and I will be trying other things on the menu. Ooh btw its cash only and fair on the lightest budget. Fasho G get ya ass in to mikes noodle crib n hop the wagon on dem liver nuggets!

    (4)

  • Maria L.

    My father-in-law, who is never wrong about food and who has a job that enables him to travel all over Asia, opts to go to THIS place if he's feeling like a bowl of noodles in Seattle.

    (4)

  • Mei-I F.

    I loooooooove this place! It is known for its congee and I only eat congee when I am here. 5 stars for congee and chinese donuts (because I have never had the noodles). The minced beef congee is my absolute favorite!!!!!!!!! I also looooooooove the steamed plate of organs that include kidney, liver and tripe. That's it - just steamed and served with scallions, ginger, cabbage and a spicy jalapeno-soy dipping sauce. The simplest foods are the best!!! It can get crazy-busy during the lunch hour but the turnover is not too bad. It's worth the wait.

    (5)

  • Pete C.

    Good dumplings, so-so broth, disgusting fatty brisket. Probably "authentic" and I can see how some would like it, but not for me.

    (2)

  • Karen R.

    Good place to come for jook (congee) for breakfast. No serious crowd, and the jook is good. I like my sliced beef pei dan jook. Their pei dan pork jook is with cubed pork instead of slice that's why I didn't order it. I'll have a more updated version when I've tried more of their food.

    (4)

  • Bebe L.

    this is a place where u can find Hong Kong style noodles. love it

    (5)

  • Eric H.

    I've only ever ordered one thing there -- #40, Spicy Pork on Noodles -- but damn, it's tasty. Fast and cheap, too.

    (4)

  • teresa w.

    Super yummy. Quick and curt service. Super duper clean, can see them cooking, open kitchen concept. Mike is nice. ALSO!!! if you are GLUTEN-FREE you can substitute the egg noodles for the rice noodles. They don't add MSG. Although I never prefer that! oh CASH only.

    (5)

  • eugene f.

    great noodles for great price. everything i've gotten from this house has been delicious, except for their blackened chicken, it just wasn't for me. one of the best place for congee and noodles. possible cheap date?

    (4)

  • chelley L.

    i'm debating between 3 and 4 stars. 3 stars because i got hungry 30 minutes after... which is a miracle because pho usually takes an hour for me to get hungry again. (maybe next time i shold get a large) 3 stars because i'm stupid and thought "combo noodle soup" meant i get wontons, squid ball, beef ball, and normal looking stuff. i ended up with a bowl of nose, bladder, liver, intestines and something pink and chewy. ok so i shouldn't penalize them for my stupid but at least put a description of what "combo" means. 4 stars becuase my bf's wonton was yummy 4 stars because our food cost $10 for two snack sized bowls of noodle soup. 4 stars because i haven't had chinese-style noodle soup in awhile. and it sorta hit the spot.... sorta...

    (4)

  • Esteban D.

    Mikes is a jampacked noodle shop 2 doors down from the Jade Garden. The service is fast, and they make their noodles from scratch every day. Last time I was there I ordered their brisket noodle soup, which was fantastic. I love me some brisket noodle soup, and this place is second only to the Honey Court which is my favorite. Come here for cheap and you won't be disappointed.

    (4)

  • Victoria L.

    I had lunch at Mike's today, and here are their key points: authentic flavor rather than American food, hot, tea included, very filling even for a small bowl, and cheap! Great for lunch.

    (4)

  • H K.

    Tried a bowl of beef brisket and thin noodles and I really can't say that it was good. The broth was salty and too beefy... didn't finish that bowl. Probably won't ever go back to this place.

    (3)

  • L. F.

    The food was SALTY, and the larger serving was the same size as the small. I was expecting so much more from the five star reviews, but this restaurant was a disappointment.

    (2)

  • mar c.

    After reading all the positive reviews about this restaurant my family and I decided to go check it out. Luckily we were seated right away at the beginning of the lunch rush. The waitress handed us our menu and came back to check what we wanted to order. My husband wanted to ask the waitress what was in this particular dish and she confirmed the ingredients that were in it (which was fine). Then she quickly snatched the menu out of my husbands hand. I explained to my husband that.... it was because they were busy or maybe it was in their culture, but our waitress seemed to have rude attitude. Anyway, I didn't realize that the restaurant was cash only... and when I went to hand the waitress my debit card she practically pushed the payment tray back to me and said loud and rude CASH ONLY! I went out to get some money at the ATM while my husband waited for me in the restaurant. When I got back to hand the waitress my cash only then she seemed nicer. In my opinion the wonton noodle was just OK (compared to Vancouver,BC) and my husband he ordered beef brisket on egg noodles. He showed me that the beef had a lot of fat...He was not impressed and either was I. That was the first and last time we'll go there. Too bad...cuz the food to me was OK, but the service made me not want to go there anymore. BTW... they don't have highchairs!

    (1)

  • Soetjahjo S.

    I ordered wonton and beef brisket noodle soup, oohh. so delicious, the taste is perfect, I ordered fish and black egg congee also, so nice..., the place is small, and nothing special inside but the food...so good. I came from Colorado where the food this good is rare... Definetely a recommended place for light dinner or lunch. One thing that I don't like is the parking spot and they accept cash only.

    (5)

  • Kiran C.

    They have good congee and small soups here. This place is always busy so I think they are doing something right. The food is very cheap and the service is good. I would recommend it for a nice hot soup in the winter. My favorite is still HK Cafe because their is less salt in the soup and the broth is tastier but this place is where I go for congee.

    (3)

  • Joe S.

    Hands down the best noodles in Seattle. The beef brisket and wonton noodle soup is quite simply the yummiest thing coming out of our Chinatown. I love this place but I don't recommend anyone going there since I don't want the already enormous lines to get bigger. Stay away from my noodle house!

    (5)

  • nuwy N.

    Probably the best place in Seattle to get a generous serving of thick congee. Sampan and rock cod congee are the best selections. Service is fast. It is a tiny place. You should get there before 11am (weekends and weekdays) to ensure a seat. Cash only.

    (4)

  • drie C.

    my comfort food!! come for the noodle + sui kau... it's awesome!

    (5)

  • J. P. K.

    Couldn't try the congee (they had run out), but we did get a couple bowls of the wonton noodle soup and a platter of beef brisket with bok choy, and it was all great. They closed about half an hour early because "no more noodles."

    (4)

  • Sherry S.

    I'm not really a fan of egg noodles but I sure LOOOVVE congee. I think this is the best place in town for congee, yet. After I'm done with one bowl, I am already wanting to order another... lol.

    (4)

  • Chuck L.

    Great place for won ton mein (noodles) and congee (rice porridge). Not much else on the menu. Very small shop frequented by actual Chinese people.

    (5)

  • B L.

    Yummy!! Totally like hong kong. Though parking is kinda bad.

    (5)

  • Michael W.

    More wonton...YAY! Ok, so Canton Wonton is one of my favorites, but Mike's is just as good without the MSG. How do they do that anyway? Take away the flavor crystals but still have equally good flavor? I like Mike's cuz it also serves this O.G. appetizer dish that includes all the innards of an animal you don't even want to know about. But that's what some of us Asian's love to eat! If you can find a seat in the packed place, go for it.

    (4)

  • Judy W.

    This was my first time visiting Seattle as well as eating at Mike's Noodle House. The food was great (we got the Combo noodle), would definitely recommend people to go there & eat.

    (4)

  • Ivan M.

    ayo! what up, mike! this was my spot for a wonton fix from jump. was. in the past few years i think the quality has gone down a lil bit. the congee (or "jook" if you're from hk and kick a lot of ass) ain't as tasty as it used to be. i'm not sure what is different, it's just not as robust, tho. texture is still great. you can tell if it's simmered for a long time by it's velvety feel on your tongue (which it is). otherwise, it'd be runny. noodles are still on point but i've had the wide egg noodle lo-mein and the noodles was undercooked a couple times so now i only ride with the thin ones. the donut is unremarkable but sometimes a neccessity to dunk in your jook. the blanched tripe remains a staple for me. flavor and texture along with their spicy soy are fantastic. make sure you eat it with the veggies and cilantro to keep it real. depending on my mood my go-to order usually includes 1 or 2 of the following: if i need soup, then i get beef brisket/suigow ho-fun in soup. lo-mein i gotta have brisket/tendon with thin noodles. congee is the beef sampan or pidan and pork congee or fish. tripe is also a must. mebbe some donut if i got other peeps with me that want it. not as good as it was but still better than most. oof!

    (3)

  • Daniel S.

    I love this place, especially for breakfast. They have the best congee around, nothing beats their salt pork congee with egg. Price is just crazy for the quality. Order the congee at Tom Douglas's place then go here and learn the value of money. Sure Dahlia has a different atmosphere, but don't be a clueless tourist get the real deal at Mike's. And, yes, it is a noodle house, loads of options, I would agree with others that noodle-wise they are good but I prefer Pho or Ramen over their noodles. But for breakfast congee Mike's takes the prize.

    (5)

  • cheesecroissant k.

    This place has the best congee I have ever tasted! The congee is cooked perfectly white and is packed with flavor. I also had a side order of the ginger infused tripe. It was delicious as well and compliments the congee. Definitely would come backt o this place everytime I'm in Seattle.

    (5)

  • eugene s.

    The best Cantonese-style noodle house in Seattle. Period. Wonton and beef brisket are the best there. It is very packed. Be prepared to share tables and wait for a little while.

    (5)

  • Bin T.

    Egg noodle and wantons are not bad, but the soup has tons of MSG, numbing your tongue for hours afterward. I wouldn't go there again.

    (2)

  • Ben H.

    The only place I go to get congee and wonton noddle soup!!The wonton soup is full of favor and the wonton has a good amount of meat not like other places that have more wrapper than meat.For the congee I love to get pork which is super good!p.s. if you get togo you should swing by an asian market and get golden mountain soy sauce wit the green cap(The best soy sauce I ever had!!!) it makes the congee taste excellent!!!oh this place is also pretty cheap : )

    (5)

  • sarah r.

    i've been here twice with a group of friends, both times for lunch. this is a cash-only place in the international district. the dishes are filling, tasty, and cheap! it's pretty crowded (we had to wait outside since there is no extra room in the restaurant) and the tables are really close together. it's a good place for a casual lunch when you want to fill up on hearty chinese food. i had the noodles with beef and vegetables - the sauce was had a nice flavor and the beef was really tender. the vegetables consisted of a couple stalks of chinese broccoli, but i didn't really miss having a variety. i would come back here again, but with the variety in the i.d. it's not my first choice.

    (3)

  • Suwardi T.

    Love the congee. I like the water cress congee while my wife usually order the black chicken congee. That's right! Black chicken, even the meat's color is black. I also like the beef brisket egg noodle with soup on the side. Since the renovation, the place is cleaner & better.

    (4)

  • Aaron C.

    you can never go wrong with mikes.....one of the elite places for you chinese wontons spots. the place is kinda small because he would never thought of being so busy! the prices are pretty good and not a damage to your pockets. on nice cold days mikes is the place to be!

    (4)

  • Merry T.

    Their food taste good. I ordered the Spicy minced meat noodle and wonton noodle soup. Tried their congee too. Good for a rainy day in Seattle!

    (3)

  • Hai Yen N.

    First, let's talk about the food. The wontons are spectacular! Large and filled with pork and a whole shrimp! They are perfectly seasoned and the wonton wrapper is so delicate and tender. The broth for the soups is light, golden and not too salty. Obviously, you should eat some form of wonton soup if you come here. The non-soup dishes weren't as impressive. Without those amazing wontons, the beef brisket noodles was just a dish of overly seasoned and fatty beef over soggy noodles and wilted bok choy. Now, let's talk about the service which largely influenced my 3-star rating. The women who work here are very no-nonsense and completely unfriendly. I called in my order ahead of time for takeout and still ended up waiting ten minutes when I got there. Mike's is a tiny little place with no foyer and no room anywhere to stand waiting for anything, so I ended up waiting ten awkward minutes standing much too close to someone's table and probably creeping them out. Eventually my order was handed off to me without so much as a smile and I wasn't offered an apology for the delay.

    (3)

  • Nathan L.

    This place has the best shit. You hungry? They've got you. You picky? They've got you. You tired? After this you will be from food coma. I freaking love this place and the food is so good. Food is always quick and authentic. No drama, no problems. Get any of the noodle dishes as the broth is da bomb!

    (5)

  • KARRIE D.

    This is by far the best noodle house in Seattle. We always go there and get the noodles with brisket and wonton, tripe, and mixed meat congee. So delicious. This place warms your soul.

    (5)

  • Abby L.

    I was craving a good bowl of congee, so decided to give this place a try. It was amazing! Flavorful, big chunks of preserved egg, picked vegetables and meat - the only seasoning I added was some white pepper for punch and chinese donuts as a topping. This is now my go-to for that - no more tasteless watery goop! I did try their brisket and wonton noodle soup on a later trip - it was just ok - brisket was a little chewy, wontons were good, noodle soup was greasy. When I come back, I will stick to the porridge. Price was very reasonable, you get what you pay for in ambiance and service. You get a little tiny seat, typical Chinese diner in and out service. I don't mind, just know this going in.

    (4)

  • Chi-Kit C.

    This business is exactly what you would expect: no-nonsense and full of bustle and activity. We've been coming here every Saturday for a bowl of congee and the sui-kau noodle soup-- always delicious. There's almost always a wait, but people eat fast. Funny story: My bf ordered the mixed-meat congee thinking that it was a mixture of beef and pork or chicken and beef, nothing close. In actuality, it's a mix of mystery bits, i.e. liver, tongue and other offal. Just a head's up for those who aren't into that sort of thing :)

    (4)

  • Winnie T.

    After over a week of being sickies and on a low-carb diet, I could not stop oogling at Yelp images of Chinese congee in the wee hours of the night (damn you, insomnia!). So on my first day back to work, of course I had to stop by the ID for some good ol' porridge. What better way to soothe my carb-craving, weak belly than with a piping hot bowl of authenic congee and deep fried chinese donut? That's what I thought. I came in on a Tuesday around 12:30, and there was one empty table just for me. Be warned, it is crowded during lunch but no one waited more than 10 min to be seated. Just know that there are only 12 tables inside (2 and 4 seaters) and NO waiting space, so it was definitely a little awkward sitting there, slurping my soupee and having people stand and drool. Sit facing the kitchen if you can! Back to the food- I went moderately adventurously (for a mostly-assimilated asian american) and opted for the congee with the pork liver and blackened chicken. I needed protein and felt that the liver would do me good. It was really good. For non-asians who are curious about the congee but not-so-curious about mystery meats and bones, I'd suggest something simple, like the boneless chicken congee. The half order of fried donut was pretty tiny, but for 80 cents I can't really complain. I'm used to those XXL jumbo fried donuts in SF but that stuff is all carbs anyway. Total came out to 7.50. Cash Only.

    (5)

  • Jule G.

    I've visited here several times, and today is going to be my last visit. Why, you ask? Let me list the various reasons: 1) The place doesn't take credit cards. 2) Is small and most likely will not have an open table anywhere near lunch hours. 3) Seem to shortchange people rather frequently, which also happened to me today. 4) I got violently sick from the food here today. 5) Phnom Penh is right around the corner and the owners there are head and shoulders friendlier and more courteous to customers. Obviously, reasons 1 and 2 are things you just have to deal with if you choose to eat there. However, 3 and 4 together are too much to deal with for any restaurant, let alone an establishment that offers food that isn't anything special. There are too many other places that are more deserving of my business. Today I and 2 coworkers came here for lunch, and proceeded to order two large #9 and one large #3. Large #9 = $8, and Large #3 = 7.25, which means the total bill should have been around $23 plus tax, coming to $25 and some change. The bill came and the handwritten total did reflect that, albeit somewhat messily. I put down $40, and got $11 and change back. I counted out the change and came up blinking. While we were trying to tally up our total ourselves, the waitress came back and asked us if there was a problem. She then got all up in my face and insisted aggressively that the bill had been $28--the bill which was also conveniently missing by that point. So I paid my bill, left a tip (which I probably shouldn't have, given the brusque service and crappy attitudes) and left. Got back to work and then got extremely sick. Thanks a lot, Mike's.

    (1)

  • Yvonne C.

    The soup tastes good but has a ton of MSG. I got a terrible stomach ache within 30 minutes of eating here.

    (2)

  • Levi T.

    Congee and wonton is excellent, there usually always busy but wait time isn't too long. You know it's good when you see tables packed. I come to get congee whenever I'm sick always makes me feel better

    (4)

  • Tan Lo S.

    Hmm, I love trying new places. I wanted noodles, that weren't Pho. So I yelped this place. And I do indeed like this place. I ordered the wonton soup with beef brisket. It was delicious broth. Very simple, not fat, very simple and delicious. Their wonton is really good, honestly. They are pretty big meatball size wontons that are stuffed with shrimp and meat. I loved it. I ordered a small, which was about $6 I think. I wish it was a little bit bigger w/ more noodles because I love noodles. The noodles come in different sizes, but if you don't prefer a certain size, i assume they default it as the regular thin egg noodles. The brisket had a very interesting taste and texture. The taste was delicious. Tender, juicy and had this bbq sweet taste to it which I enjoyed. However, it does look a little dark and the texture isn't quite regular beef. perhaps it's super tender, that's why. Nonetheless,we had super fast service, and we payed super fast too. The food didn't take too long either. I prefer the noodles from a different place, but anyway, this place is definitely good to try and eat at. I would def' come back for some delicious wonton soup. Mmmm :)

    (4)

  • Barbara O.

    Place was busy but fortunately we got a table. Got the beef brisket noodle soup and it was good, but nothing to write home about. There was a lot of fat but the beef brisket I did have was delicious. Broth was great but the noodles were thin - was expecting thicker ones. Hot tea comes with the meal.

    (3)

  • L. G.

    Excellent noodles and congee, very authentic, similar to food in Asia. Great cook! However, it's a small place with lots of customers, so expect a long time to wait. It's in the middle of China Town so parking can be a mess. Customer service is not spectacular.

    (3)

  • Shelly C.

    The congee and egg noodles are always good! Beef shank wide rice noodles and wontan egg noodles are always as good as it can get. And the most important part is they keep the standard/quality of food ALWAYS good. (You know how it feels when you were impressed with the restaurant in your past visit and you went back for their good food, but they just cannot make it as the same way as you last had it!) They are just always good in comparison to those noodles houses in Hong Kong. But I wouold not order their chinese donut since they are not fresh made.

    (5)

  • Bill W.

    Had the wonton beef noodle. I liked the texture of the noodle, but there was an after taste like MSG. Not sure if it was MSG or if the noodle had shrimp in the mix. Beef was well done but still tough. Friendly staff. Service was pretty quick.

    (3)

  • Beni H.

    Worth the wait. I've waited for and hour and would wait longer for the freshest and most delicious beef brisket ever! The noodles are so good and the long lines are just a sign of their awesomeness! When I'm in Seattle I try to get here at least twice before I go home. Don't miss it!

    (5)

  • Rurri M.

    I love this place. I love how you can smell how delicious your food will be just by just passing by the front door, that nice warm shrimp broth smell that fills the air. You can't keep walking, you gotta turn and go inside. My favorite is the beef brisket and sui kai noodle soup. The brisket is a perfect mixture of sweet and savory, it is so tender and juicy. Sui kai was outta this world, so flavorful. Noodle and broth are working nicely together, I always ordered Chinese donut with my soup as well. And the waiters are so nice, polite and friendly too. They will serve you hot tea with your order even if it's a hot day, unless you ask for water. I was wondering why they give hot tea on a blistering hot summer day, but surprisingly it went really well with the soup after you've done eating it. I'm giving this 4 stars because of the cash only situation, seriously, I always forget to pick up cash before coming here and end up having to run to ATM to get some.

    (4)

  • Will C.

    Definitely felt discriminated against by the server. Served after every Chinese customer was served. Food is very good. I would definitely order to go next time.

    (3)

  • Nikki O.

    The food here is just eh. I wouldn't recommend the dry noodles because it taste like a ton of Sugar which was pretty gross. The noodle soup taste like they put MSG but I could be wrong. The Chinese donut was really cold and very hard as a rock. Overall, I don't think anything was fresh. If you still want to give it a try , know that this place is Cash Only.

    (2)

  • Chryst'l S.

    Came in here by myself on a cold day while I was under the weather. I thought the noodle soup was really salty. Like "is this a bowl of msg" salty. Others around me were ordering dishes like congee and dry food plates. I definitely want to come back and try more menu items!

    (3)

  • Johnny L.

    Man! My favorite Wunton Noodle place hands down!! Been waiting to come to this place again, so that I can do a review. I usually come a few times a year on average. This place is small. Cash Only. Yeah, good places are cash only! Well, usually and this place you get your money's worth. Yeah, Mike's not here, but his ladies are making him money! Why not? When you have the best wunton and crispy egg noodles and broth in the whole Chinatown and if not, Seattle and State of Washington! Got me a large bowl of #8 today that has shui gao and wunton. Simply the best! And it is just $8. Right price. My wife and I shared some of their Chinese Broccoli with oyster sauce, since ong choy, which is the one we wanted was out of season. The broccoli was good, especially the leafy parts, as it was sliced in half in stems and leaves. They have a restroom too. Come here, leave happy!

    (5)

  • Sarah E.

    Oh god, where do I begin. We've been eying this place for awhile after always seeing a line out the door here when we are in the neighborhood. We were in the neighborhood a fine Saturday morning and decided to give it a go. We ordered the beef brisket and noodles and a bowl of wonton soup. The first bite of the noodles was a bit odd...it tasted like ammonia...straight out of the bottle. Turns out, it was the noodles...and the fact that they apparently don't change the water each time they are made. I could not eat more than two bites, as it tasted like I was being poisoned. The soup was also just as bad, as it tasted barnyardish...like it was water collected from the bottom of a barn. It's also cash only, the service is anything but friendly, but the prices are very good (if you like ammonia flavored things). Maybe this was an off day? I'm not sure, but I am scarred for life after eating here. I left disappointed and hungry, and hoping that I didn't die later that day.

    (1)

  • Lin R.

    The food was pretty bland.Ordered a Chinese Donut to pair with my noodles and it was super stale. It felt like they were rushing us out the entire time. The waitress sat us down and asked us if we were ready to order before I had even taken my coat off. The bill came to our table 10 minutes after the food came out. It was fairly busy in there but there was no line at the door so I was confused about why they felt the need to do that. Overall: Bad service Bad food Cash only was a huge inconvenience

    (1)

  • S S.

    This place is always crowded and I can't say I understand why. It is tiny, stuffy and the meat to noodle ratio is much less than any other wonton noodle house. The price between a regular and large noodle bowl is more than one dollar but they give the same amount of meat, just more noodle in a bigger bowl. Why would that be a good idea for anyone who is eating these days? Paying for more noodle but no meat? Service is scant but that's typical at an asian restaurant in Chinatown. They don't have bbq duck option! Why I don't know. The only good thing there is the kidney, liver and tripe appetizer. But even that can probably be had at anywhere else. Not worth the hype or wait. Go to ocean city noodle house instead!

    (2)

  • Howard C.

    There are tons of reviews for this place already so I'll keep it short and sweet with some tips. -Get the large because you're and adult, not a baby. You'll be hungry otherwise. -Top items to order: Wonton, SuiKau, Beef Stew/Tendon, Tripe, Seafood Congee, and Kidney Congee -Order to-go and park in the loading zone out front because this place gets packed like an arterial with a new bike lane in Seattle (thanks mayor). -Get lots of hot sauce containers with your to-go order because they only fill them with enough for one wonton. You'll need 4-8 per bowl depending on usage. -Bring cash. The waitresses are mean so don't bother asking if they take cards; they'd probably be even more pissy. Great food, but prices have gone up so it's more like a 3.5 star.

    (4)

  • Joe H.

    OMG. Best Congee ever. I will revisit this review but I just wanted to get this out.

    (5)

  • Monica B.

    Cheap, filling, flavorful food. I'm in! It's a modest space with limited seating consisting mostly of 2-tops and a handful of 4-tops. Anything more than that and you better take it to go. Customer service is hit and miss. Whether you're looking for congee, noodle soup, or just noodles, you can get a decent meal for under $10 easy. Four of us went today and the bill was $37.00 before tip for 5 dishes. And we were completely full. I like the congee - creamy and full of flavor. I'm not a fan of preserved egg but it's good here. The brisket falls apart and is marinated well. The wonton noodle soup is something I enjoy. Overall, a good place to eat for just a couple of bucks.

    (4)

  • Sonia C.

    Large fresh shrimp wontons paired with big bowls of springy noodles - what's not to like? This place is fast, decently priced, and satisfying. Add a plate of veggies to share and you've got yourself a pretty balanced meal. I believe this place is cash only.

    (4)

  • Sandy T.

    Meh. Not memorable whatsoever. I wish I didn't spend a Seattle meal here, especially since I can get something like this back home in San Francisco. BEEF BRISKET W/ SOUP ON THE SIDE I usually go for the "clear broth" version but the waitress said there is only one type of soup ....except this wasn't true. The wonton soup tastes a ton better than what they gave on the side for the beef brisket. It tasted weird; I couldn't finish it after that first sip. Otherwise, beef brisket was good. There was too much sauce poured over (for me, at least). The noodles were nice and firm. Not in a hurry to be back here though. Cash only.

    (3)

  • Susie C.

    Seattle's Chinatown isn't anything fancy. It's actually pretty old and historic looking. It was definitely not impressive, and just look old. We found Mike's Noodle House on Yelp.. they have good reviews and we wanted to try out Chinese food in the area since the statistics show that 25% of Seattle population are Asians..so food should be good, right? We got seated right when we got in. Both my husband and I ordered their wonton and beef brisket noodle soup along with a large bowl of preserved egg and beef congee. Most of the menu are of noodles or congees (both my husband's favorites). The noodle soup was tasty! My friend who came here before really liked their wontons. The congee was really tasty too. The food came out really quick! It came out within 5-10 minutes after ordering. I found it amusing that all the cooks in the back are females..the waitress are females too. So where and who is Mike? I like this place - would definitely come back for some quick grub. Delicious food!

    (4)

  • Sara K.

    Seriously, the best shrimp wonton noodle soup I have ever had. The place is small so the wait time can be long but it would be worth the wait. Service was helpful and friendly. Great place to go to before a Sounders/Mariners/Seahawks game!! Cannot wait to go back!!!!

    (5)

  • Sin-Yaw W.

    That rave about Ramen? That's what Chinese call noodle soup and they are so common everywhere. That said, all Chinese crave for a nice bowl of noodle soup. And they would come to Mike's Noodle. Excellent value too.

    (4)

  • Grace W.

    Umm.. I'd say this place is okay. It is pretty small inside so all the tables are kind of crammed closely together. I wouldn't say that the interior is dirty. In fact, it is pretty clean in comparison to the other noodle shops I've been to in the past. The only thing that I ordered was the boneless chicken congee. It was pretty good. I'd have to say that the taste of the congee was pretty savory. It is just rice but somehow there were a lot of flavors in the broth/rice. The rice was also fluffy. The chicken was a nice touch. I had asked for some vegetables added in addition to the meat but they only threw some lettuce on top. It was like iceberg lettuce. I would have been willing to pay more for something like Chinese broccoli but it was never offered. I wished that they allowed more topping options but I think you can only add meat. I tried my husband's wanton noodles and it was pretty good. I highly recommend ordering this item off of their menu. My friend unfortunately ordered the "meat congee." Beware, it isn't what you think. She thought that meat would entail a variety of chicken, pork, and beef. However, this restaurant's definition of meat as innards. When her congee arrived, there was no meat inside the dish. Instead, there was a bunch of kidney, liver, and other mysterious organ meat. We wished that they had been more specific on the menu in terms of what meat means since it could be interpreted as many things. We asked our waitress to swap it out for something else since my friend couldn't eat what she had gotten. The waitress was not willing to do so. She wasn't mean about it... she just said no.

    (4)

  • Alex T.

    The noodles here are authentically delicious! My favorite dishes are the dried noodles with oyster sauce & wontons AND the mixed congee with thousand year old egg. The dishes come in two sizes (small and large). The prices are excellent (under $10). Service is fast and the servers are so pleasant! It reeks of fish outside, which is a good indicator that you are VERY close to the restaurant. I highly recommend this place to any noodle lovers!

    (4)

  • Shirley W.

    Went there for the first time on Sunday and I loved it!! Wonton noodle soup was great, tasty broth and wonton. Comes in small and large. You should order a side order of fried dough stick with it to soak in the soup, because it's amazing. Waitress there were so nice and kind. This are fairly cheap. The place has limited seating so you will probably wait in line but it shouldn't be that long. But it's a warm place for winter. Street parking.

    (5)

  • Victoria C.

    First place I've been to in the US that served congee, the Asian breakfast soup. I remember having it every day in Thailand. I think it's called something else there... Anyways it's so good with a soft poached egg. The soup here was basic, no additional green onions (as the soup to green onion ratio was lacking) or fried shallots provided. Just rice soup and your choice of meat. I agree that the service was pretty bad. Once you order you don't see the waitress again and she is careful not to make eye contact with you if you need something.

    (3)

  • Monica C.

    Looking for an original noodle soup? Mike's Noodle House is nothing short of extraordinary. Growing up, I was always obsessed with noodles. It was super cheap to feed me, I use to eat the Tom yum mama noodles religiously. Having a bowl of noodle soup is comforting, the aroma clears out your nasal issues and the soup soothes your soul whether or not your sick or just craving something to warm you up. On days where I'm not craving pho, ramen, Phnom Penh style soup, I come here because I leave happy and satisfied every time. This place serves up a flavorful, well balanced and original broth. I can tell a place takes shortcuts if you take a sip and it tastes like straight up Swanson broth. That's not what you're here for folks. If you go somewhere and that's what you get, you might as well go home and make it yourself. I'm pretty sure they take great care into making the perfect broth, the consistency is there every, single time. I've been trying to uncover what's in the broth the past 3628272 times I've been here. I can't put my finger on it but I honestly think it's a blend of mushrooms and anchovy. It's earthy but it's so clear and translucent that I doubt any chicken or pork bones were used. Who knows, but it's darn good. The bowls look small but trust me it's an illusion. The portions are actually really big, the amount of egg noodles they give is ridiculous. The noodles are perfect, not overcooked but has a nice chewy bite. I go for a small, sui kau and wonton combination. The sui kau is soooooooooooo yummy. Whole pieces of shrimp, mushroom and pork, it's just magic and very well seasoned. This place makes this right, not skimpy on the ingredients, and you get a handful in every bowl. HOLLER! The wontons are good as well and also, if you like brisket, it's tender and succulent. You can't go wrong here which is why I think it's very deserving of a five star review. Also- don't forget to make yourself a soy sauce and vinegar dipping sauce. It makes all the difference but as for the broth itself, don't add too many extra things, it's great as is! Cash only! I hate this, as I never have cash on me but if I'm coming here it's worth the pain of dragging myself to an ATM.

    (5)

  • Alaina W.

    I needed some comfort food on my way in to work, and had the time to stop in the ID. I have been wanting to try Mike's for a long time now, and I *actually* had cash. I came in and asked for some beef chow fun to go. Without missing a beat (and without making me feel like a complete ass) the woman told me that they don't have any stir fried noodles. She suggested a couple dishes that contained beef, but I wasn't really feeling it. After a quick look at the menu, I decided on wonton noodles. I was completely distracted by the selection of jook, but since I was heading in to work, I didn't want to fill up on anything that signaled "comfy home relax time" to my brain. The noodle serving was huge and I got 5 large wontons. It was completely satisfying. (I can't say that my coworkers were thrilled about the "fish" smell in the breakroom...) The 5th star is for the woman sitting at the table in the dining room making wontons by hand, just like PauPau makes. Big bowl of filling & super concentration status. It made me feel like I was home. I'll be back for jook!

    (5)

  • Robert S.

    OMG...my cousin Christina told me about this place for noodles and she was right.. I got the Soi Kaw and Fish Balls noodle soup and it was outstanding. The dumplings had a great tasting filling, seafood, pork, vegetables, all good....it was probably one of the best I've had in a long time. The fish balls were lean and good...not very tasty, but most fish balls nowadays are not. The noodles were moist, tender, delicious. The broth...light and heavenly. I would come back here ...anytime....

    (5)

  • Diana V.

    I try to come here every time I'm in Seattle. This place has the best egg noodles I've ever eaten. I usually get the noodles with fish cod and order liver and kidney on the side. The soy sauce that comes with the liver and kidney is delicious.

    (5)

  • Allen U.

    Looks like a hole in the wall--but inside-- almost nice--If you like fish and fishy stuff this is your place Squid ball/Fish ball/Fish Tofu/and Fish with beef ball/Rock Cod/etc and all on the cheap--@ $6.90-8.90 Noodle soup/or Noodles with fish/beef brisket/pork liver/etc Congee too--you don't have to be Asian but it helps--oh by the way-- CASH ONLY--cheers Al

    (4)

  • Juyoung L.

    The only thing I liked from here was the congee. The wonton soup I got smelled terrible and the taste was even worse, it has such a strong fish smell that I cannot stand. The service was terrible was well, waiter never came to refill our water or check on us and we couldn't even read the bill and when she gave it to us she tells us it's cash only. Why didn't she say that before? Tables are way too close to each other, dirty and just smells... ugh.

    (1)

  • J J.

    DISCLAIMER: I did NOT eat here but only because the staff told me there wasn't anything but congee I could eat and I do not like congee. I told server that I have a shellfish allergy as per the request written inside the menu. She told me all the broth and noodles are boiled in shrimp water and I asked the server if it's possible just to boil a pot of water so I could eat the dishes. She said no and the only options were congee which are very unappetizing to me. She then asked "how allergic" I was to shrimp as if it was ok to eat a little shrimp. Never in my life has anyone serving me food ask me that question as if it's acceptable to eat something you're allergic to at all!!!! Not safe in my opinion and they weren't agreeable to make any of the dishes I wanted just boiled in water.

    (2)

  • Ping K.

    If you like wonton noodle soup you must try this restaurant This's the best wonton soup in US. Must try.

    (5)

  • Nathasha S.

    I absolutely love this place. The best authentic bowl of wonton noodle I've come across...though there used to be this one place that had closed down that I liked a lot as well lol but that doesn't matter anymore. I highly recommend any of their combinations of noodle + wonton + beef brisket or WHATEVER. EVERYTHING IS GOOD. I also love ordering a side of their Kai-lan w/ oyster sauce. Yum. Cheap and good, just how I like it.

    (5)

  • Jeremy M.

    Pretty good. It was crazy busy, but good service and good food.

    (4)

  • Yuanjia Z.

    This is a hidden gem in seattle! It has LEGIT congee - many different flavors. I was so impressed by the pork and thousand year old egg congee. very delicious. We also had the steamed beef tribe - it was very well made. the ginger and green onions as well as the sauce really got rid of the organ taste that i did not like. good job. I also tried some of my boyfriend's noodles - the beef and wonton noodle. We ordered the thin noodle that's very authentic, usually seen in cantonese wonton noodles - i had something similar when i was in hongkong. very good indeed. my only complain is that their youtiao - fried chinese donut was not fresh. They dont make it themselves - i actually saw a lady carrying a few giant bags of fried donut into the restaurant. Sigh you have to eat that thing right after it got out of boiling oil. smh. it was all cold already when they got onto our table. It was still crispy tho. The portion size was also very small - I thought one youtiao is the entire one, but it's actually half of the entire youtiao - it's usually twisted with two donuts. And the "half" on their menu is really just a 1/4 of an youtiao.

    (5)

  • Diane T.

    Thanks to our friend that introduced us to Mike's noodle house! It was just what I needed after a long rainy day. Visiting from southern california, rain is really foreign to me..so after a long day walking in the rain like a champ, a nice steamy bowl of wonton soup definitely hit the spot. Now let me just start by saying that this probably wasn't the BEST most Revolutionary bowl of wonton soup that i've had in my life..but hey, it comes pretty damn close to what you would find in Hong Kong. I ended up ordering the wonton and brisket noodle soup. The broth was perfect, not too salty, mild but sufficient flavored steaming and consistently hot. The noodles were cooked to perfection. Just a tad bit chewy, the way I like it. The wontons, surprisingly had a good amount of filling and actually was well seasoned. They used whole pieces of shrimp, which is kind of uncommon and I really appreciated that. The briskets were tender and flavored perfectly. Unlike taiwanese beef noodle soup, cantonese braised brisket is a bit more mild and subtle in flavor. The main component is to have the brisket tender enough to chew in a couple bites. I really enjoyed the noodles, so much that my friend and I came back the following day for dinner. The soup broth made me reminiscent of how my grandpa use to make wonton noodle soup. Simple, not over seasoned, and just so delicious. For a large bowl of brisket + wonton = $8.10

    (5)

  • Trang P.

    The food here is pretty legit.. what I don't understand is why it's taking half an hour for my order of sui-kau and fishballs to come out when other people who were here AFTER me is getting served their food! The icing on the cake has to be the fact that they overcharged me by $8 bucks and it took two associates to resolve the matter.

    (2)

  • Young X.

    Right off the bat, the home-cooked aroma that permeated this small but yet big establishment upon my entrance, really turns a brotha on..Love their mouth watering selections here; wished I could have sample everything on the menu..Nonetheless, my wife ordered their wonton and brisket while I on the other hand, opted for their beef-ball and squid noodle soup..Although both entrees selections were equally great, my wife's brisket/wonton soup hands down hit the g-spot for a heavy eater such as myself...Chicken congee was also deliciously whipped up offering quite a flavor for a congee dish... Service was impeccable, our waters were automatically refilled, staffs were very attentive and pleasant..I once seen the waitress cleared 6 scattered plates and 3 water cups in less than 10 seconds..I could tell she's a hustla with a go-getta attitude..work it girl.. At any rate, to pin point it all down: Great food, great service, what more can I ask for.

    (4)

  • Carly K.

    Their prices rose up but guess it's all due to inflation. I don't mind paying the extra for good quality wonton noodles. The bowl may look small but it is very filling. Look at the pictures to see some of the prices.

    (5)

  • Herman W.

    After an uninspiring tour of the international district, I find myself looking a for a place for dinner. I walked back and forth and didn't see anything I like. When I was about to give up, I walked into this noodle shop based on Yelp recommendation. The moment I opened the door- I was thinking "wow, why didn't I find this earlier". They probably should have made it easier to look inside (like clear glass door) to make it more attractive to go in. I ordered the wonton noodle. It was super yummy- way above my expectation and one of the best I have tasted. Certainly better than the ones I had in New York Chinatown. The only bummer was- they are closing or I would have ordered more. I would have ding them one star for very slow service. It wasn't that busy and it took them 10-15 mins to make my noodles. So you have to be patient. Would go back again on my next visit to Seattle.

    (5)

  • Hong L.

    The best wonton noodle you can get in Seattle is at this place. The broth is good, the noodle is chewy, and the wonton is traditional Hong Kong style wonton with shrimp inside. The only knock on this place is the waitresses can get moody sometimes.

    (5)

  • Monica H.

    I had a craving for Chinese doughnuts, sweet soy milk and congee, so I found this place in Chinatown and decided it give it a try. We ordered the preserved duck egg and pork congee, wonton noodle soup, soy milk and doughnuts. Everything was good and satisfied my Chinese breakfast craving!

    (4)

  • Terry P.

    The sui-kaus are legit, but the wontons are not flavorful enough. Personally, the texture of the noodle and the flavor of the broth are the two most important things in any noodle soup; unfortunately, Mike's misses on both notes for me. The egg noodles are too al-dente, and the broth is too alkaline (possibly from the egg noodle) for me to even taste it properly. I normally don't like to use vinegar in my wonton soup, but I had to use tons of vinegar to neutralize the alkalinity. I wanted to like this place, but I don't think I will be going back.

    (3)

  • Vincent T.

    As per my sister's recommendation, Mike's Noodle House's "beef brisket wonton noodle soup" had great wontons (real meaty complete with shrimps), doesnt scrimp on the beef brisket complete with tendon and fat, and a seriously strong broth. Foodwise, I'm satisfied, I would come down again for congee yet I was annoyed by its incredibly passive-aggressive service. When I arrived, they asked me to sit anywhere and I did. They didn't even bother cleaning the table and they just shoved a menu in my face. The utensils and tea arrived minutes after I've made my order. Once my order arrived my bill rudely followed two minutes later. While eating in Chinese restaurants all my life, I've gotten used to this type of treatment, I noticed that everyone else is getting a much better service. They clean their tables, utensils and tea arrive with the menu, and the bill comes after they're at least halfway through their meal. The icing on the cake came when my change did not arrive. I asked for it and they took time. Then I just left it there as tip, though I was tempted to just walk away with it. While usually I would let this slide, I know it is understood that I will most likely tip the change, at least ask me if I need change first before I give it to you. And if I was treated a little better maybe I would've let it slide. I don't generally bash a restaurant due to its service, but I was exhausted and I just wanted some food. I treated them politely and I got treated sub par, so it's only fair I give a sub par review. Though I do admit, their food is good. Hopefully you have a better experience than I did.

    (2)

  • Tamsen G.

    This was a major "meh". The dumplings were amazing, but the rest left me wishing I'd aimed higher. I'll keep scouring the ID for a great bowl of comfort.

    (3)

  • Anna N.

    Mike's was such a treat to have as I went through my last days of recovering from the cold. I ordered the Sui kau wonton and my boyfriend got the beef brisket with wonton. We both got thin noodles and an order of Chinese donuts to share. The Chinese donut was good but a little stale. I'm appreciative that it was not see through oily (I often have to squish pieces between napkins to get rid of excess oil when getting them at other places). The slight staleness wasn't a huge issue. It's fine after tossing it in the soup anyway. I loved my wonton soup. It was a good sized portion, and the wonton pieces were full of flavor. The meat inside was well-seasoned, and there was a full piece of shrimp! I did prefer my boyfriend's beef brisket wonton. The brisket was so soft and tore right apart. It was sweet, and gave the normal broth more dimension and flavor. All in all, I really enjoyed my meal and left happy and full. Minus star for the typical Chinatown service and the weirdos that came in from Hing Hay Park.

    (4)

  • Sheila D.

    LOVED this place. It's not very big, so wouldn't recommend for groups larger than 6. I ordered the wonton noodle soup w/ beef brisket and squid balls and it was delicious! The broth is very rich and complex compared to the noodle soup across the street at Harbor City and King Noodle. Definitely would recommend for anybody looking for a comforting bowl of noodle soup!

    (5)

  • Denny C.

    Big fan of Mike's Noodle House - despite all the Chinese people we have in Los Angeles, we have nothing like it in Southern California. I recently took a weekend trip to Seattle and basically had a eating tour of Chinatown. I've been to Mike's twice now, and the second time was consistent with what I remembered from the first. My family invaded the restaurant around 10 a.m. on Friday morning. The restaurant was busy, but wasn't packed. We were able to get seated without any wait. We ordered wonton noodles, sampan congee, congee with pig kidney, Chinese donuts (to go with the congee), Chinese water spinach with preserved tofu, and braised beef with flat rice noodle. Congee is great here. It's a perfect match to the sometimes chilly and drizzly weather of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. The soup isn't too thick, but all the ingredients are super fresh. Especially if you're fighting a cold, this is the dish for you! The wontons are also very delicious and include large chunks of fresh shrimp, and the noodles have that slightly elastic taste that all prized wonton noodles should have. I'd order this again too. Chinese donuts were standard, and so was the water spinach. You can (and should) ask for the preserved tofu on the side because I personally find the taste rather overpowering. The braised beef is fine, too, but I did feel like it was a little tough (although I should note that I've had much worse). Service: One of the waitresses was kind of rude. When we first sat down, we wanted to combine tables because we wanted a roomier dining experience (we also knew we were going to order a lot). She wasn't very helpful about it and didn't give us any good reason for not accommodating our request. Thankfully the second waitress was able to accommodate us. Bottom line: Get some congee here!

    (4)

  • Gabriel C.

    Beef Tendon & Fish Ball Noodle Soup - 5/5. The beef tendon noodle soup is my go-to dish to order and this is definitely one of the best ones I've had. Although the portion of meat is smaller, I would still recommend this to my friends. Wonton & Squid Ball Noodle Soup - 4/5. Unfortunately this took a back seat compared to the beef tendon noodle soup, but none-the-less it was delicious. Although wontons traditionally have long "tails", these ones had shorter tails and a much more meat filling. Flavorful and well made, I'd also recommend this dish.

    (4)

  • Marc M.

    Do not mistake the $ as a demonstration of food quality. Simple fare, simply presented. Brisket I definitely beef, but has nothing to do with 'meat' vs. flavor. Broth served with noodle dishes is what one might expect from such a place. In the future, I am steering clear of here for the rest of my life. Best of luck if this works for you, it does not work for me.

    (3)

  • Vicky L.

    It is a little bit salty and everything seems to be served with oyster sauce. But generally you can taste the freshness and authentic Cantonese style. I tried Wonton noodle soup and my friends tried dry beef noodle, which looked pretty good.

    (4)

  • Willy M.

    B.I.G lunch today(Boss Is Gone).....took the tunnel from downtown to International District and walked a few blocks to Mike's Noodle House. Good thing I got there before the lunch rush today because it quickly got packed up in there. I was feeling some congee today, not sure why, Im not sick nor is it raining or cold outside. But whatever, I decided to go there with some co-workers to have lunch. I got the Sampan Congee with a chinese donut. Gotta have the donut to make it better! Its like a chinese version of a crouton. ha! Co-workers had the brisket soup and the other had some wontons. Dang, the wontons looked good, too bad he didnt slide me a wonton for half a donut. Everything was really tasty, no complaints in the food department, service was ok but come on now, you are in ID, so dont expect much of it. Cash only at this joint so I had to spot one of my co-workers, but I know that's the oldest trick in the book.....oh you gonna pay me back sucka!! Definitely a good spot to check out if you in the ID for lunch or even dinner. Kau Kau is around the corner so that is also super tempting to go to. Happy lunch'n!

    (3)

  • Thu V.

    Another great find during our trip to Seattle! We were in the Chintatown district and wanted a quick bite so we checked out Mike's Noodle House. This place is small and the waitstaff are very friendly. We ordered the infamous Wonton Noodle Soup and it was decent. It was a tad bit saltier than what I'm used to but the noodles were good, the broth was decent, and the wonton were pretty delicious. We also ordered the "chinese donut" and it was a huge disappointment. I prefer my "chinese donut" to be hot and crunchy but instead, these were soft, soggy, and oily. We also ordered the Chinese broccoli and that was probably the highlight of the night. Really good Chinese broccoli on oyster sauce. But I'm probably giving them too much credit as how can you even go wrong with steaming vegetables?

    (3)

  • Young Soo N.

    pretty freakin good. small portions though.

    (4)

  • Karen L.

    When your elderly Chinese grandmother vigorously nods her head in approval, that really says something about the food. This is the best won ton soup she (and I) have ever had. I got the won ton and sui kao noodle soup. The broth was rich, the noodles had a great texture and consistency, the won tons and sui kao were huge! I've never seen such big, whole shrimp in sui kao. And all for under $6! I'm back in Texas now, sitting here writing this review in the morning, and I'm about to drool/cry because I want this bowl of soup again so bad.

    (5)

  • Tiffany S.

    I came in with a friend around 3pm on a Saturday. The lunch rush seeemed to be over and we just had to wait around 10 minutes. They were very efficient though and gave us the menu right away and we ordered within 5 minutes while waiting outside. I ordered the brisket and wonton noodle soup. The bowl looked tiny when it first came out but it's definitely more filling than it looks. First of all, the broth was delicious. It packed a nice punch of flavor. One issue though is the brisket wasn't tender enough. Some pieces were too chewy and took away from the deliciousness of the meal. The noodles and won ton were okay, nothing too amazing. It was definitely the broth that made the whole meal. Within 15 minutes though I was overwhelmed with thirst due to the saltiness of the broth. But was it worth it? Definitely.

    (4)

  • Stina K.

    Came here with a group of friends. All of us tried the beef brisket and wonton noodle and I ordered the Chinese donut. Honestly something tasted off with the beef brisket. It was tender but the flavor of the meat was a bit funky. That said everything else about it was on point. Some of the best broth and wontons I have ever tasted. The wontons are HUGE. Filled with yummy pork and shrimp. I wish I had just ordered a soup full of wontons and noodles with that broth, it was delicious. The Chinese donut left much to be desired though. It tasted like a day old buttered glazed croissant someone cut up into pieces, not impressed. Also they don't take cards, only cash. Considering the failed donut and not liking the beef, they get 4 stars.

    (4)

  • Dalina L.

    I'm usually not a fan when it comes to Won Ton noodles, but i think this is one of the best places to get some! I usually just order the wonton noodles, and get the noodles that come with it, but you're able to chose any type of noodles as well. I get the regular size and it's the perfect amount, but if you like to eat a little more, i think the large would be worth it,This time i decided to get both wonton and sui kau noodle. I myself didn't really like the sui kau but it wasn't bad, i think it could be because i'm used to eating wonton only. Overall,i love coming here whenever i crave some wonton soup, because this would be the only place i'd get it from! OH! and last comment, this place is not your typical Chinese restaurant, it just seems like they cook the food and the plates and bowls are clean. plus, bring cash, they don't accept cards..

    (4)

  • Nei N.

    There was a good amount of people standing around when we came by. We had to wait about half an hour, and I kept getting hungrier by the minute because the aroma of the soup saturated the area. We just shared everything so we could sample a variety of different things. If I only came for wonton noodle soup, I think I'd rather make a trip to Mak Un Kee near Vancouver. Noodles - Overcooked. They didn't have the firm and springy bite that normally make them so much fun to eat. Maybe they were careless with our order since it was so busy at the time, but it was still a bit disappointing. Wontons - They make them pretty big here. The wontons were filled with high quality ingredients. Smooth ground pork and firm, plump shrimp gave the wontons a good texture, but the way the skins were folded could've been better. The excess skin was twisted and scrunched together instead of freely flowing to one side. Since there was a bunch of skin clumped together, each wonton had an unpleasant zone of mushiness. The stuffing was also under-seasoned so they were a little on the bland side. Soup - I really wish the other parts were better because the soup was outstanding. It had a pungent umami flavor and possessed the highlighting seafood sweetness from dried fish and/or shrimp. This masterfully crafted broth was bold, aromatic, and super addicting. Although the soup was awesome, the noodles and wontons dragged it down. The beef brisket and tendons were really good. They were tender, and the sauce was sweet, savory, and rich. Spices like anise and ginger gave it more depth and complexity. Whoever's making this knows their stuff. The rice porridge was thick and hearty, but the Chinese doughnut sticks (yow tiew) were cold and stale. Sad face. Also, no HK milk tea. Double sad face. Although not everything was perfect, I have to admit that this was still better than any place in the Bay Area.

    (3)

  • Liz K.

    As many other people have written, get the wontons + beef brisket + noodles. I got said wontons + brisket + noodles. Small. Under $8. I ordered the clam + 1000 yr old duck egg and salted egg. Under $7. I'm from San Francisco, so given the prices being $1-2 above average for a Chinatown place AND the relative cleanliness (Seattle-ites, don't take it for granted), I was a little dubious about the authenticity. (How come your city doesn't have to prominently display health inspection scores? Not to worry, this place is super clean...like what I've seen in Irvine, CA.) But, the reviews are correct. It is deeeelicious. And the value is there for the money. Why? - that whole shrimp in the wonton. In SF, I'd get mostly extra folds of the wonton skin, a fingernail's worth of meat, and maybe some mashed up fish paste doubling as minced shrimp. (Any San Franciscans reading this that would like to educate me otherwise, please let me know) - the congee had lots of said ingredients in it. I'm realizing just how expensive things must be in SF because I was so grateful for having copious amounts of clam and eggs. They were kind enough to seat my solo self at a 4-person table at about 10am. ALSO unlike SF, I was never asked to allow other solo people to sit at my table to squish people communally into the available inventory. I ate in peace. Table turns were decent enough. The only cons? - There wasn't a line waiting when I left but the lady who gave me the change from my payment was hovering to clean and wipe my table before I'd even managed to stand up and get re-attired for your winter. Is there a rush? This was the only resemblance to San Francisco dive-ier waitservice that I experienced after I'd convinced myself that Seattle's Chinatown was more suburban than you'd think - I ended up having to overhear the awkward attempts at conversation between possibly a mail-order bride and the much older white dude with camoflauged shoulder bag. (It made me think of that documentary, Seeking Asian Female.) In between bouts of silence, he'd say things like "This won ton. You like?" Mail Order Bride (MOB): ( something too quiet ) Old White Guy (OWG): "I like won ton. Do you? This won ton very good." Me: (Why is he making his own grammar worse when trying to talk to her? How is she going to learn to speak English correctly if he speaks to her with bad grammar?!) MOB: ( nothing ) OWG: "Won ton here, no fish. Ok? Very good won ton. No fish." Me: (WTH is OWG gonna say when he takes a bite and realizes that there's a big ol' shrimp inside the wonton?!!) I think I did a good job of not rolling my eyes...

    (4)

  • Ami R.

    Best beef noodle soup and congee and its super cheap!! One downside is that they are kind of rude... Theyll move you to another table if they see fit

    (4)

  • Thuy D.

    Definitely a comfort food place. Restaurant is pretty small and get crowded very quickly so there's usually is a wait especially during prime time. I thought their broth and wonton are better than most places but not the best I've had. Their congee however is very good and is something I would go out of my way for. Service is kind of cold and aloof but you will get what you need.

    (3)

  • Yang C.

    Came in round 1 pm or so and had no trouble getting seated. Ordered the beef brisket and wonton noodle soup, Mrs. ordered the sliced porked noodle soup and we also ordered the tripe as an appetizer. The tripe even though a bit costly at $7+ (when comparing to the price of the noodle soups), was well worth the price. The tripe is cooked/steamed to perfection here. It is served over a bed of cabbage and they do serve a soy sauce and chopped green pepper sauce with it. I would order this again without question. For those unfamiliar to tripe, it doesn't have a strong overpowering flavor, the flavor is actually fairly bland, it is more of a texture thing. Since they correctly cook the tripe here, it is very tender and tastes fantastic when dipped in the sauce. Both my wife and I enjoyed our noodles, the broths were light but flavorful. The highlight were the wontons I had in my soup. The things were very sizeable and tasted delicious! I like this place and wouldn't mind coming back.

    (4)

  • Chiz L.

    I come here for the congee. As for noodles, they do an ok job, but nothing too excellent or memorable. However, what stood out for me that they have a whole range of toppings you can add to your congee, from meat to veggies, different types of eggs, and intestine.

    (3)

  • Kim L.

    Came here for lunch with a friend awhile back. I wanted some wonton soup in chinatown and he suggested this place. It's a hole in the wall joint. We split the wonton noodle soup and beef brisket with some chinese donuts. I wanted to try the congee also, but next time! The wonton noodle soup was yummy and it hit the spot! Especially with the chinese donuts on top! I was full and satisfied! Service was quick and luckily it wasn't busy yet.

    (4)

  • Hung L.

    Every time I visit Seattle, I go to Mike's at least once. That itself should say something about this place. Overpriced and overhyped ramen? No thanks! I'll take a bowl of wonton any day. Very reasonably priced too. If you're in the know, order the pork kidney. So bomb! Tell them no liver! LOL! Their pork kidney is always cooked right and goes great with a soy sauce/chili mix. Warning, they don't take cards. Cash is king!

    (4)

  • Funglin W.

    Slightly pricey for Chinatown, but I will be here again! Wonton Noodle Soup (4): the wontons were huge and the noodles were amazing. Soup broth was delicious. I loved it! Beef sliced dish (4): I think this was #75 on the menu. Saw another table ordered it and decided to go ahead and get it too. I was pleasantly surprised and thoroughly enjoyed the quantity and the sauce that went with it!

    (4)

  • Jen L.

    It's always busy, especially on the weekend. As long as your party is 4 or less it's not usually too long. It's too small for more than that. Service is pretty fast though. Take out takes less than 10 minutes. It can be quite salty. Here's what I get: Spicy pork over noodles with book choy Won ton and Sui Kai noodle soup Wonton and beef brisket noodle soup Chinese donut. Pork congee

    (4)

  • Tara L.

    This place is popular for good reason. The price point in the city of Seattle is pretty amazing, and the portion that they give you is more than enough, even for larger appetites. We went with shrimp wonton noodle soup and the beef brisket/tendon noodle soup. They offer two sizes, regular and large. We both opted to get regular, as we had seen our neighbors bowls and thought it was plenty. Good idea we did that because we were stuffed to the brim after our meal! I loved the soup flavor in both bowls. It was fragrant, and had incredible dimension. None of that chicken essence crap that you often find at hole in the wall joints. The stock had flavors of dried scallop, shrimp, and chicken in the wonton noodle soup, and the beef brisket/tendon had great star anise spice as well. The wontons were a fairly large size, and each had a balanced amount of pork and shrimp. There were 6 wontons total, and about 4 oz. of egg noodles. The beef brisket noodle soup had more tendon than I would have liked, but the beef was lean and tender. Lovely to eat, and equally satisfying. Even better that both bowls came out steaming hot. Nothing beats a hot bowl of noodle soup on a cool, overcast day. :) We went simple with the vegetables and ordered blanched Chinese gai lan. It was served with oyster sauce that was drizzled along the sides; perfect for dipping. The stalks were a bit on the thicker side, so it took a little effort to bite through, but it was cooked well.. Final bill ended being around $20 after tax and tip for two bowls of noodles and a plate of vegetables. We came around 2:45pm on a weekday, and there were some open tables, but still quite a few people munching away. If you want to avoid a wait, I'm guessing it'd be good to come around that time. :) Don't forget your cash!

    (4)

  • Rona L.

    Solid comfort food. I didn't grow up eating the stuff but Koreans have their own versions of noodles and soups. Either way, this was perfect the other day when my friends and I were cold, hungry, and wet from the rain. It was close to closing time and they were out of Chinese doughnuts and congee so each of us went with the noodle dishes. At first glance, the menu is pretty overwhelming. They had tons of options (for both soups and dry noodles), but when the food came out, I quickly realized it was essentially the same soup with your choice of noodles (thick, thin, flat, etc.) and noodle soup accompaniments. If you order the dry noodle dishes, it's actually almost identical to the soups, except that your broth is served in a cup on the side. My boyfriend went with the wonton and beef brisket noodle soup while I chose to go with the Sui Kau and beef brisket noodle soup (both thin noodles). The Sui Kau was basically the same as the wonton, except it also included vegetables inside the wrapper. The soup was flavorful, albeit slightly bland; which I assume they do on purpose so that you can season your broth to you liking. We ordered two sides of Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce, and we were good to go. The regular size bowl looked a bit small, but to my surprise, was extremely filling. Service was great and tea comes with your meal (I hate when Asian restaurants charge you extra for tea). Come in from the cold. (*)Tip: CASH ONLY.

    (4)

  • Vanna P.

    Hands down the BEST place to get congee and wonton noodle soup in Seattle! It's a tiny place, so make sure to get there early or usually I'll just order to pick up and go. Their congee is so delicious and really hits the spot on a cold rainy day. I usually order one congee and either the wonton noodle soup or the sui kau noodle soup. Either one is yummy. If you haven't been here, you're definitely missing out!

    (5)

  • Ashley T.

    Why did I wait years to try this place? My fault for sure. When I finally got around to going, I knew I hit the jackpot when I walked close to the front door and was hit with the waffling smell of dried fish. Aahh...smells of the bustling food streets of Hong Kong! If you're not familiar with traditional Hong Kong style food, I feel bad for you b/c it will look, smell and taste a bit "weird". I've seen too many scrunched up and twisted faces from friends and coworkers when I introduce them to fish balls, fish cakes, chicken feet, tripe, and God knows what else. Sorry, I digressed. So, as I sat down perusing through the menu, I was as excited as a 5 year old on Christmas day! I decided on the wonton and sui gau(dumplings) noodle soup. I can honestly say it brought back memories to the dirty street of HK eating on a flimsy table. The soup was flavorful and strong. The wontons were huge and filled with tasty pork and a large shrimp. The wonton skin was very thin as it should be but difficult to find in Seattle. The egg noodles were also thin and slightly chewy and had the most traditional texture I've tried in WA state. I haven't tried the other variations of soup nor the congee but certainly on my "to eat" list. As for the service, what service you wonder. Well, again, not surprised by the lack of friendly smiles and etiquette. These women's prime goals are to serve you your food and turn over the tables as fast as possible b/c there's probably people waiting as you're eating, as usual. I'm used it to and personally, I find no offense to it. I am sad that others who aren't familiar with this fast pace, hurry up and eat-and-run type of restaurant are docking stars for it. Anyway, Mike's Noodle house, you have added another loyal patron to your list!

    (5)

  • Teddy G.

    By far my favorite noodle and congee stop. Very reasonably priced and delicious. Now, for the cons: - Cash only - Very small location. If you come during peak hours get ready to wait. - No legit free parking. It is Chinatown.... in Seattle.

    (5)

  • Lyana D.

    Congee here is deeeelicious! The husband and I stopped by for a late lunch around 2 pm on a Monday and we waited for about 10 minutes before a table opened up for us. Not a bad sign! We ordered: 1 - Wonton with beef brisket - Good: broth is flavorful, brisket is tender 2 - Congee with clams, century egg, and salted egg - Excellent: just the right amount of saltiness, and plenty of clams and eggs 3 - Chinese doughnut: perfect complement to congee 4 - Bok choy with oyster sauce - Good: slightly sweet oyster sauce complements the bok choy, though nothing too special The congee was definitely the star of the meal. We'll definitely be back to try more congee dishes on the menu!

    (4)

  • Melody K.

    My roommate took me here after she had previously gone with her friends. She got a noddles soup with fish and I got the pork congee. The service was quick but they also expected us to order ASAP. When I asked for more time, they gave me like 90 seconds before returning again. The food came out very quickly and was super hot. I like my food as hot as possible, so no complaints from my end. The pork in the congee was super rubbery and wasn't super flavorful. I really enjoyed the congee but just felt like something was missing. The portion was fair and was filling. I wish I would have gotten the pumpkin congee, I think that would have had more flavor. I don't think I would come back again, but by all means it wasn't a bad experience. My roommate who had the fish said it was amazing, so perhaps it's better for seafood than other options.

    (2)

  • Manjae P.

    Wonton good, noodle good, soup good and wonton good. Wonton REALLY good. The porridge is also very nice.

    (5)

  • LamVi N.

    Poor customer service! My sister and I order number 8 in menu but they are so much sodium and MSG.

    (1)

  • An Y.

    I liked the Beef Brisket Noodle With Vegetable ($5.95).

    (4)

  • Smith E.

    I was excited to try this given all the reviews but my party and I were underwhelmed with the flavor - we ordered the wanton noodles and beef brisket noodles. Service was good and the quality of the food seemed fresh but it really lacked some oomph. My search for a noodle house I will constantly crave continues ...

    (2)

  • Rita H.

    I was craving some real chinese food and stumbled upon this place on another rainy day. Warm broth and wontons just sounded like a good idea! I have to say these are some of the juiciest, meatiest, yummiest wontons I've ever had. The broth was deliciously warm with a well rounded flavor, not overly salty. Definitely gotta try this place.

    (4)

  • Sherry L.

    Small dining room, gets super packed! But turnover is fast. I thought the noodles were okay. Very taiwanese, which is not my preference. The dumplilngs and wontons in the noodle soups are pretty big. But broth is too salty/msg-laden. I would pass on this next time.

    (3)

  • Amanda S.

    Came here for the first time on a Sunday afternoon around 2pm. It was quite busy. Luckily we were able to sit down immediately but the group behind us had to wait a little. The service here is very prompt and the food came out pretty quickly. We ordered beef brisket dry noodle, wonton + beef slice noodle soup and the pork and thousand egg congee. The noodles were cooked well and the beef brisket was very delicious. The beef slice was not great or perhaps it just wasn't what I was expecting. The wontons were very large and if I am not mistaken one of the wontons had 2 shrimps in it. (win!) The broth was a bit salty for my taste. I am pretty sensitive to MSG and I wanna say that my body was feeling pretty dry around 1 hr later. Also we ordered the chicken and egg congee to go. So good. #protip: Cash Only and the hot sauce is pretty amazing.

    (4)

  • John M.

    This is my go to spot for some good wonton soup noodle. I typically get the beef brisket and wonton noodle soup but when under the weather, I'll scoop up a bowl of congee. I've never been let down when coming here!

    (5)

  • Vanessa M.

    My favorite Chinese noodle soup the Seattle area has to offer. I can't pass up a good bowl of soup and when I know I'll be in the area, you'll find me devouring a large bowl of Sui Kau noodle soup. Staff are a bit short tempered, but due to the overwhelming amount of people who are there waiting in line, it's understandable for the most part.

    (5)

  • Thien N.

    Another great place for lovely wontons. Delicious and inexpensive. I would totally go back for more.

    (5)

  • Nick V.

    Did not check yelp before coming, but would have made same decision to try it out. The restaurant seemed busy, the menu looked legit, but Mikes Noodle House fell far short of the mark. Our soups smelled like manure. Seriously. Something was really off. I tried mine, asked my gf to try as well, and we both said it was a little "gamey"... I tried hers and same smell / awful taste. Will not be back, ever.

    (1)

  • Dennie C.

    Mike's noodle shop was certainly a delight during my visit to Seattle especially as I was hitting up a lot of touristy places and eating not the healthiest food. The restaurant features a solid selection of noodle, congee and rice dishes comparable to the neighborhood spots you'd find throughout Hong Kong. In case you're not really familiar with the distinctions between Chinese cuisine know that Mike's serves Cantonese fare. I would recommend any of the congee dishes which come in a variety of meat and vegetable variations. You may or may not want to have it with the fried dough that people customarily eat it with but it's kind of heavy and is deep fried so bear that in mind.

    (4)

  • Michael H.

    Hands down, this place has the best congee. I ordered my bowl with oysters and pickled vegetables. If the thought of fish terrifies you, I was right there with you until I tried it. Mike's usually has a very long line, but I got there at opening and had no problem getting a seat. Go early and be adventurous with what you order.

    (5)

  • Sheila L.

    Hands down the best shui kai and beef brisket/tendon noodle soup ever!! That's my usual order with the wide egg noodles and a order of chinese donut. I love dipping it into my rich beefy broth which is what you'll get if you order the beef brisket. If you order the regular shui kai or wonton mein, then the broth is much clearer tasting. My husband love getting the sampan aka tang jai (seafood and pig intestines) congee. It's really good compared to other places we've had it at. They definitely don't skimp on the meats. :) Tip - cash only and come early! It's small and it get very busy fast!

    (5)

  • Jae G.

    Tonight was the first time I've ever tried Mikes Noodles and I'm very pleased that I did. They had great service, the ambiance was nice, the food came quickly and it was delicious! I look forward to trying different items on their menu and I highly recommend trying this China Town gem.

    (5)

  • Alan L.

    The beef stew is impressive! The meat is so soft and tender and with the right amount of gristle and tendon. Yes it's a cut that has all the flavored! I ordered the beef stew, wonton lo mein which has the soup on the side. I prefer this way as you get all the beef stew flavor on the noodles.

    (5)

  • Bruce C.

    Good stuff here. Both noodle soup and conjee/jook are quite good. The "chinese doughnut" fried thing was a good accompaniment to the jook, though a bit oily and a bit dry. Beef brisket delish. We were in Seattle just for a weekend trip, but came here twice, once for brunch, once for early dinner. Plenty of tables and the usual brusque but efficient service that Chinatowns everywhere are well known for.

    (4)

  • Simon K.

    I come from Hongcouver, I shouldn't have any expectations of finding any good Chinese food outside of my own city cause I am made to believe everyone from you newly found immigrated school friend's uncle who worked at a high end, if not nose dive, restaurant in Hong Kong came to my city and is serving the best of what the Orient has to offer, and then I get introduced to a place called Mike's from a guy named Bob (who is white by the way)? Wait a minute, I am actually taking a chance, my Chinese blood, not even craving for this meal, but going on a whim to either prove yes, or no that this place is good, I'll let the Asian mouth prove this! The first time we came, we decided to do the lunch thing, rushing on our errands, we needed something quick, as we had many things to do. We got in at around 11:45 AM on a Monday and it was packed, we had to wait a little bit for a spot, but if you know the type of food these places serve, it's order, eat and go. We were in need of something wholesome, easy, and we found it in our bowl of braised beef, shrimp dumplings and fish balls. Come hungry, cause they give you fair sizes in bowls, and me and my partner decided to split this one. The noodle of choice for todays meal was the lai fun (round rice noodle) and this wasn't just a bowl, it was a meal. The beef was tender, falling off it's original structure, and the flavouring wasn't too overpowering, slightly sweet, but a good mix of meat and sauce flavour that was so easy to tear apart with chopsticks or teeth. The dumplings (sui kau) were massive, in my opinion, each had a whole shirmp, pork, bamboo shoots, black fungus, and the wrapping that keeps these thing in one package and looking like a dumpling. There were two in the bowl, and each of us had one, not chewy, not limp, you could tell that these were freshly made from the fresh meat taste, and texture while munching on these things. We also had squid balls added to our bowl, and they were floating in there like huge white water mines. These also tasted 'in-house' a sort of creamyness to them I can't really explain till you try them yourself. The one (and only downside) to these balls is that they don't have any bounce. They were good, they just didn't have that bite that I would expect for a kick-ass fish (or meat) ball where I could take it in my hand, throw it against a wall (or the floor) and have it bounce right back to me. On our most recent trip where we had to come through Seattle, we needed a dinner stop before hitting the border and again we came here. This time for the congee and a side serving of beef tripe was the choice. The congee was excellent, reminds me of the summer trip when we were eating congee for breakfast in hot weather. This place knows how to cook this type of food, and they don't stray away from it. You will notice that women work in this place, and that is all I've seen the two times I have been here, if you want to see some cooking, or wrapping of fresh dumplings, make a trip to their only washroom (yes, 1 washroom) as it is around the kitchen, it's a small space, but they are whipping up some good stuff. From this Vancouverite, I have to say Seattle you have something that is truly Hong Kong in this place, and it's definitely not the name of this place!

    (4)

  • ngoc v.

    Best noodles in Seattle! Amazing flavor for a fraction of the price! Their braised beef noodles was soooooooo good!!! I highly recommend this place! I will definitely return and try their congees!

    (5)

  • Ashley N.

    This is a solid noodle house in Chinatown. You get hot tea as soon as you sit down, and the service was friendly. We shared the beef brisket with bok choy and I myself had the wonton and beef brisket noodle soup. It was all incredibly tasty! The beef brisket dish had a bit more fatty pieces than I need, but you can't really expect much else with beef brisket. The sauce itself was excellent and the bok choy was cooked to perfection. The noodle soup was delicious, of course with a couple spoonfuls of hot chili sauce made it even better. The soup base was yummy, the egg noodles were cooked just right and the wontons were meaty and flavorful. I also had a bite of the youtiao (Chinese doughnut) and congee which were equally yummy. I'll definitely be back!

    (4)

  • Priscilla V.

    Remember these three things now. Congee, Beef Brisket and Wonton. They do these three things the best. Ive tried other things on the menu and I always go back to these three. Mike's Noodle House is my absolute favorite place to get congee. Congee is my perfect comfort food. Since I was a kid I have always loved congee and I would beg my mom to make congee. When I can't get my momma's congee I go here. Preserved egg and beef is my go to order. If you're craving noodles I actually prefer the thick noodles over the regular skinny wonton noodles. They soak the flavor better and it pairs so well with the flavorful beef brisket. If you're a slow eater you'll probably get glared at by people waiting near the door in this small restaurant and please don't forget cash and be that guy. Otherwise, just like any other Asian restaurant in Chinatown expect subpar service and go just for the food.

    (4)

  • Patty T.

    As good as a noodle and congee house in Seattle can get. Wait, how many other noodle and congee houses are there in Seattle? But seriously, this place has seriously good simple home-styled Cantonese Chinese food (yes, not all Chinese food is the same) I have had good congee and noodles in Hong Kong and this place can comfortably compete with those over there! You will see me back here again and again. And did I say it's so reasonably priced too? Oh yeah! Noodles just got real.

    (5)

  • SJ Y.

    A small cozy place that has a polarizing ambiance that is wonderfully authentic. I walked in and stood in the entrance waiting to be seated for about 5 minutes. They sat me at a two seater table, but was asked to move in to a table with another person. Sitting diagonally across the lady, I casually ordered my dishes because I simply don't give a shit. Just want my food. Got the congee and egg noodles w/ wontons drizzled w/ hoisin sauce all for myself. Congee was perfect. It was nicely seasoned and plentiful amount too. Probably the best congee I've had although I haven't had much. Egg noodles w/ wontons was top notch too, but the hoisin sauce always tastes a bit too sweet for my needs. Maybe I will get it in a noodle soup next time like the lady sitting with me. I will say this though, the bok choys were some of the juiciest I've had in my life. Water cascaded out of every bite I took and it was divine. I will be back here when I visit Seattle again.

    (5)

  • Christine S.

    My friend suggested we get Chinese food for dinner, so we headed over to Mike's Noodle House in Chinatown. I know porridge is pretty simple to make, but their Thousand Year Old Egg with Lean Pork Porridge is mind blowingly delicious. My other friend really wanted to eat Chinese donuts, but alas, they ran out of Chinese donuts already. (Who runs out of Chiense donuts!? But I guess it was forgivable since it was a late dinner.) We also ordered their Beef Brisket Wonton Noodles Soup. The meat was very tender, and their wontons are huge! Prices here are fair, but it's cash only so make sure you bring the dollar dollar bills y'all!

    (5)

  • Iris G.

    Great noodle soup! So many options, so little time! Only draw back is the space is small and it's cash only.

    (4)

  • Kevin L.

    This place is cash only so be prepared. There is almost always at least one or two waiting to be seated during lunch. The biggest table they had was for four but I am sure they could accommodate larger parties. I went alone and shared a two person table with another solo person. I ordered the large plain noodle soup. The cheapest wonton noodle soup on the menu :) The noodles were al dente and the soup wasn't too salty. I had to wait for a few minutes to get my check but it was during the lunch rush so it was no suprise. Overall, I am impressed on the speed of service. Noodles were not overcooked like at most places. Soup was not overpowering.

    (5)

  • Tony L.

    We stopped by at 7 on a Saturday night (they close at 8) and the place was packed. Luckily, we were able to get seated right away. The place is pretty small, and there is only one waitress in the front of the house. She is pretty efficient and to-the-point, so there isn't a need for small talk. I ended up getting a large #10: beef brisket sui kau noodle soup. I really liked the brisket (very tender) and the sui kau's were good, although the bowl was a lot of noodles and fewer pieces of brisket and sui kau's. However, for $8, the price is pretty good for the quality that you get. When we left at 7:45, there were about 10 people waiting outside for a table, so you know this place is worth it. Next time, I am ordering a side order of beef brisket to go with my beef brisket.

    (4)

  • Tricia L.

    My all time favorite. I love wonton noodle soup, beef brisket noodle soup (so tender), Sui Kau noodle soup and always get pork liver kidney and beef tribes. The place is small and there always is a wait. But they r fast in my opinion and definitely worth waiting.

    (5)

  • Kelly O.

    Noodles were OK. Soup was a but bland. The soup uses a squid seasoning that is very distinctive, a little too much for me. The beef stew dry noodle wasn't very good. It tasted like boiled noodles with bland meat on it. The Chinese donut was old and very hard. Had much better. They gave a lot of noodles.

    (2)

  • Lee A.

    Cash only and parking can be a bit difficult. I got the special fish ball noodle soup. It was good, tasted like soup I've eaten in Singapore. The broth was really good. I didn't really like the fish balls. Service was good and fast.

    (4)

  • Rohan K.

    After reading all the raving reviews I was pretty excited to try Mike's. Unfortunately I was not very impressed. I tried their "Wonton And Beef Brisket Noodle Soup". The soup itself was flavorful. They do not skimp on meat either. The wantons are large and fresh and taste great with the broth. However, do expect to find all kinds of cuts of beef in the soup, not just brisket. There are many chunks with tendons and cartilage still on the meat and some with the fat/skin not trimmed off. These cuts ruined it a little for me because the few actual chunks of brisket were very good. The thin noodles in my soup were way overcooked and I had a hard time chewing them. They weren't delicate and easy like I expected. This dish has great flavor, I just wish they cooked the noodles perfect and din't mix up cuts of beef. My wife had the "Rock Cod Congee". This dish was a disaster. It had absolutely no flavor. It was like a bowl of mushy porridge with small pieces of overcooked fish. I'm pretty sure that's not how bland a congee is supposed to be. I expected this to be really good but was extremely disappointed. The "Chinese Donut" was tasty but incredibly oily. Overall the food was ok, the service not too bad and the ambiance, small busy and bustling. I probably won't be going back in a hurry but might try it again someday to try and improve my opinion of it.

    (3)

  • Dennis M.

    Good soup wierd smells

    (2)

  • Pril B.

    Best wonton noodle on west coast and really authentic pork liver congee. Friendly staffs and super fast service. Parking can be a bit problem, but it's always worth my visit.

    (4)

  • Christine L.

    I had a very awesome bowl of wonton noodle soup with beef brisket here. I came at around 10:30am and the place was already busy. The wontons are huge and really good. The noodles are just the right kind of chewy and the soup was really good. Food comes out quick because this is the kind of place that wants the quick turnover so they are all about you eating and leaving. Which is not a big deal as you come to expect that at any busy HK style noodle shop. So don't be surprised when you get your check places on the table a few minutes after you get your food. Cash only. I repeat, cash only.

    (5)

  • Thu N.

    UPDATED: I go here for the chicken congee all the time. I get some and then I get more two go almost religiously. It's that good. The chicken is always tender and there's a very unique creamy brother to their congee that has got me craving it all the time! The noodle soups are a bit salty and this is coming from a fish sauce loving vietnamese, but it's all good still. Just be prepared to drink some water !

    (5)

  • Amy B.

    Congee for breakfast. Also chicken noodle soup with chinese donuts... doesn't get better than that. Complimentary green tea when you sit down. This is a cash-only place, but the prices were right .... where else can you get away with breakfast for 2 people for less than $20 with tip?! Must not miss this fantastic place if you're in the ID in Seattle!

    (5)

  • KaMei M.

    The food was fine, but I won't come back again because the people who working there are so freaking awful! They have a bad attitudes and manners! The worse customer services ever

    (1)

  • Tor W.

    Congee. Congee never changes. Been a long time since I've really indulged in this comfort food. Really enjoyed the offering at Hing Loon (see my previous review), and kept reading raves about Mike's Noodle House. A glowing neon sign on the outside proudly advertises "CONGEE". The waitresses wear uniforms with colorful flowers. The actual joint's inside is on the small-ish size and was almost full to capacity when I arrived between lunch and dinner. I ordered the comparative same dish: preserved egg & pork congee + Chinese donut (a misnomer if there ever was one). Didn't like how they pre-cut the donut up; I like to break it apart with my fingers, but I'm not going to dock points for that tiny travesty. In short, it tasted nourishing. But was not noticeably better than Hing Loon's. I prefer the wider bowl Hing Loon uses too. Plus, Mike's Noodle House does NOT offer a side of pig feet, one of my faves -- I asked and was told "no" -- nor does it have a very big drink selection. The tea that was served was OK though. I don't like paying only in cash either. I like having a record of my transactions. But the upside is that taking care of the check was very fast -- $10 in, change back, left some over for the tip, then left with a full belly.

    (4)

  • Cristina S.

    1. Should have looked up what to order before going. A friend said to check it out and off we went. 2. Wontons were fantastic. 3. Next time I will steer clear of the beef balls. Not for me. 4. I am sensitive to MSG and felt pretty crummy later that night. 5. Bok choy was really well done. 6. Noodles, quick, nothing fancy. Made an effort to get us seated, fed, and back out the door.

    (4)

  • Jackie S.

    I typically do not like to eat Chinese food when I'm traveling. Since we were in International District/Chinatown, my friend recommended "Mike's Noodle House." We were not disappointed. We had the fried donut, pumpkin and cod congee, and the shrimp and pork dumpling with noodles. Delicious congee and had some great flavor. The noodles were also springy. Small place, so people could be standing next to you waiting for the next table. Cash only.

    (5)

  • Jay S.

    Cash Only. Know that a $10 bill will suffice for your meal, it will be large and you will walk away sated. I had a "regular" bowl of liver & kidney soup (as opposed to the large) s3-media4.ak.yelpcdn.com… I was feeling under the weather and felt this might pick me up...wow, did it ever! It was like the serving was made to measure. The offal was tender, the broth a classic wonton flavor. Service was fast and friendly. The soup was cheap, hot and good. My meal was less than $9, including tip. I'll be back for the congee!

    (4)

  • Vy T.

    I love this place so much!! One of my second favorite noodle soup- besides pho. I get the beef brisket with extra sui kau here all the times. But their dried noodles with wonton is very good too for those warmer days. The sui kau here is amazingly delicious. It's big and full of flavors. The broth is yes, loaded with msg but I don't really care. Once a while is completely fine with me. Their brisket can ridiculously melt in your mouth. I have tried their congee once but it may have been my unlucky day. The congee smelt funky - like it has been sitting out for hours. But just noodles beef brisket and sui kau are all I care for! Their Togo package is very nice too if you don't feel like waiting. Don't forget to grab a few tiny cups of their house made chilly in oil. Goodness in a cup.

    (5)

  • KT E.

    Hands down the best noodle soup restaurant in the ID there's nowhere to sit unless you show up right when they open or you're willing to wait so I just order to go! CASH ONLY! Which I hate! Another thing I don't like is they're pretty heavy with the MSG so I wouldn't come here every day even tho I love their wonton noodles with beef brisket! TIP! If you're gonna be eating this at work, I guess your Asian coworkers will hate u lol for whatever reason this smells like seafood to them and I can't for the life of me figure out why! Wontons have maybe half a shrimp in it if you're lucky and I didn't get a seafood broth ...anyway that's all!

    (5)

  • Valeree Y.

    I love this place! Congee is delish and the Chinese donuts are always crispy! Super packed both times I came. They are a small restaurant. Their waiting list is always long. That is the only down side to this place.

    (4)

  • Amy E.

    If you can make it to Mike's Monday night, there is no line!

    (5)

  • Sarah C.

    Being born and raised in Vancouver and then moving to the middle of nowhere (where they have no Asian food), I missed authentic Chinese food -- specifically cantonese wonton noodle soup and beef brisket the most!!! I was so happy to find a place in Seattle that has this! I love how everything here is specialized, aka. congee and noodle soups! The broth itself is delicious and doesn't have that MSG aftertaste many other restaurants have but an authentic and clean wonton noodle soup taste. The congee was amazing (I ordered my usual preserved duck egg and pork) and of course, the Chinese donuts! It felt like being back in Vancouver! Just wish that the donuts were a bit heated up Mike's Noodle House is on the slightly uphill of Maynard street in the international district of Seattle. It's a small little place (I almost missed it) but once you enter you know you've come to the right place! I love restaurants where you can see them cooking, and there's a little plexi-glass barrier where you can see the cooks in the back cooking the noodles! At least it gives you confidence on what you're eating! The amount of noodles in a large is a little overwhelming but if you get their regular size it's a perfect amount! Food : A (I just wish they had more vegetable dishes) Service: B (Sometimes the Chinese waitresses can be a little intimidating because they don't look happy with their job, but hey they understand English! one waitress who looked like the boss had a stern face, but she got my large to go order promptly and efficiently) Price: A Great food and love the authenticity!

    (5)

  • Larry T.

    How did they manage to move a building from Hong Kong over here? At least that's what it felt like when I was here. The smell of the noodle soup filled the air outside of the restaurant, reminding me of the small street side restaurants in Hong Kong. The food was up to par as well. The noodle soup, and congee was so authentic that I felt like I was thousands of miles away from there. If I lived in this city, I would definitely be a regular at this place.

    (5)

  • Camille Y.

    This place is freaking legit. Most authentic Hong Kong style restaurant I've ever been to stateside - from the no frills, home style food to bumping elbows at a table shared with fellow patrons, I might as well be back in Mong Kok. (The only major difference is that it's actually clean!) The menu is straightforward and the food is simple, but that's what makes it so special and satisfying - everything is just very well done and authentic. I had the thick egg noodles with steamed liver and kidney, since the soup looked pretty greasy and in need of a more thorough de-fatting. It was a better deal than the soup anyway because it included several big pieces of bok Choy (costs extra to add to the soup) and oyster sauce, which went a long way to add moisture and flavor to the dish. The liver was cooked perfectly, with an ever so slight pink center - just enough to remain tender, juicy, and not the least bit rubbery. This is truly comfort food at its best. And for being such a popular joint, the prices and portion size make a meal here a complete steal. If only Mike would move down to the Bay Area!

    (4)

  • Noong M.

    I must of gone on a bad day, me and a friend skipped work to hang out downtown and decided to try Mikes after all the rave reviews and seeing the constant huge line. I'm sorry but I or we did not find this place all that! Cash only is a bit inconvenient but we felt with that, but the food, smells not at all what we were expecting. Sorry to the 500+ great reviews, we missed it!

    (1)

  • Kay C.

    Very disappointed after we read the reviews and decided to check this place out. It's a very small restaurant so expect to wait outside of the restaurant. We ordered two large brisket and wonton noodle soup and I must say the broth is very good and brisket are very tender! The bad part is that we got mostly fat from the brisket and my wontons were not fully cooked...(pink means don't eat it)And for a large size I thought we would have more meat but instead we just got a lot of noodles. Service is quick but when the check came I found out its cash only.... So be aware! I had to walk to the closest Atm n then walk back to pay them and there are no signs that says CASH only! We will never go there again.

    (1)

  • Chandini S.

    Nice hot soup on a dreary Seattle day. We didn't Loooooove it, but it warmed our bellies. We both got beef brisket (his with squid balls and mine with wonton), and it had a lot of connective tissue that wasn't super appetizing. I think we'll go back and order a little differently and likely have huge success. There is lots of potential!

    (3)

  • Mario B.

    I love noodle houses and this place is the best in Seattle. They cook their noodles to perfection, and their fish congee can't be touched in a 50 mile radius. I use to think you could only get great noodles or congee in BC or SF. Nothing beats home cooking and for the price and quality, nothing beats Mike's noodles.

    (5)

  • Quyen B.

    Note: Cash only and few tables This place was recommended by a friend for the wonton noodle soup. I came in had my mine set on trying the wonton noodle soup, but then saw all the congee (porridge/rice soup) options and couldn't resist the pork liver and kidney congee. Best choice ever! It was a perfect bowl of congee. The liver and kidney tasted fresh. I wanted more after I finished. The bowl is not enough to fill you up if it were your dinner, more like a light lunch. There are many other choices for toppings in the the congee (beef/fish balls, etc.) My sister got the fish ball congee and she liked it as well. I did get the wonton noodle soup also to try it. The wontons were great, fresh. As far as the soup, I was warned it was salty, and it was. I ate all the wontons and the egg noodles, left the soup because it was too salty for me. This place is quite small and it smells from the outside. there are approx 6-7 tables. You can see the ladies through a window to the room where they prepare the food. Service is quick, the waitresses are nice. Prices are fair for a cash only place.

    (5)

  • Andrea W.

    We came here as tourists because in every new city I visit, I need homey chinese food to help me detox haha. Having lived in Toronto and the SGV area of LA, my standards for Chinese food are very high. I had no idea what to expect. We ordered the beef stew lomein and wonton soup noodles. The beef brisket was soooo tender and flavorful! There was enough sauce for the lomein that I didn't need the soup on the side. It was also served with giant bok choy (yay veggies). The wonton also seemed very fresh and flavorful as well. I can definitely see why there was a wait for these noodles! Service is a bit rushed and the restaurant is cramped, but that's not what you come here for

    (4)

  • Ashley H.

    I have to say that International District's Chinese food is impressive. And Mike's Noodle House is one of the few places that I've had the chance to try so far. The Seattle weather calls for Chinese comfort food and Mike's might become my go-to for congee. The restaurant is very much like a lot of the restaurants in International District as its a tiny place, sandwiched in between other tiny restaurants. The place isn't the fanciest, but its not the dirtiest. The service was nice. I came in with a friend and we had the good fortune of having a courteous waitress. She seemed pretty enthusiastic and even wore a qipao-kinda-looking top. She occasionally checked on up and refilled our free tea drinks whenever we ran low. The food was great. Very legit. I had ordered the beef and preserved vegetable congee (6.55), my friend ordered the wonton and kau sui noodle soup (7.15) and we shared an order of Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce (7ish). The order of Chinese broccoli was pretty large. I was a little disappointed that it came out a little cold. The wonton and kau sui noodle soup was nice. It wasn't overwhelming. The broth was light and they really packed it with the right amount of noodles and dumplings. -The congee was also very tasty. I was surprised that there was so much more beef than expected and the pickled vegetables really helped give that extra kick. What was great about this place was how the dishes were so perfectly portioned. I wasn't grossly stuffed but I was full by the end of the meal. For its price, I think Mike's is worth to try out and keep going. I'm for sure definitely going to visit again!

    (4)

  • Cobra K.

    Rolled into here after walking around the Night Market. Ordered the beef brisket wonton noodle soup. The bowl was freakishly humongous! Needless to say, I couldn't finish the bowl. The brisket was tender and the wontons were tasty too.

    (4)

  • Jingwen Y.

    This is the only place that really reminds me of home (by home, I mean the motherland of Canton China). It's definitely my go to comfortable food. It's a tiny place just like places back home too. They get packed up fast and the line is usually out the door. If you want to come here for breakfast, come here early else do the later hours at the end of the day. My go-to meals are the #A6 with wide rice noodles instead or Sui Kau Noodle Soup with the same noodle substitute.

    (4)

  • Thuy T.

    Love, love, loveeeee this place! It's such a cute little in the wall spot, but their congee is to die for. I'd literally eat it for breakfast everyday if I could. The space is very small and cozy, but it can be a bit of inconvenience since they get super busy at times. I always go in the morning shortly after they open, so I can beat the rush. The service is great as well. The little old ladies are so sweet, even though they don't speak much English and your food comes out SUPER fast! I definitely recommend this to all you congee lovers out there. :)

    (5)

  • Nina H.

    Mike's Noodle House is located in Seattle's Chinatown. Came here on a Thursday afternoon for lunch with my mom and uncle. We're visiting Washington from Hawaii, and my uncle heard from a friend about Mike's.... so we had to try it! Chinatown parking is EXPENSIVE!!! Service was prompt and the food came out quick, so an hour in the meter was perfect (with ~5min wait for a table). Mike's Noodle House offers four different types of noodles to choose from when you order- thin noodles, thick noodles, ho fun (wide, flat noodles), and mei fun (thin rice noodles). Sizes for the noodle dishes are regular and large. They also have different toppings & combinations of toppings to choose from (wonton, beef brisket, wonton & beef brisket, fish balls, etc) when ordering their noodle dishes. Contrary to their name, Mike's has other delicious dishes too! They also offer many different jooks and vegetable dishes to choose from. I tried the large wonton noodle dish. The wontons were nice and large, filled with delicious shrimp, pork, and ginger. The noodles were cooked nicely and the broth had the perfect amount of salt. Service was decent (I know better than to expect great service at a Chinese restaurant.....). The food is definitely the star of this restaurant. Tips/Notes: - $3.00 per hour for meter parking in Chinatown, meters do take card - $6.55 for regular wonton noodle, ~$1 extra to upgrade to a large - regular and large wonton noodle dishes both have the same amount of wontons (6) - If ordering jook, highly recommend also ordering a side of their Chinese Donut (yao teu)

    (4)

  • Elina K.

    Finally had the opportunity to try Mike's after hearing many great things, and I'm convinced! Has to be my new favorite soupy/noodley spot in International District. The 2 times I came in, I guess I lucked out because there was hardly anyone there! No wait at all. I tried the beef brisket and wonton noodle soup with Chinese donut (as everyone on Yelp has suggested) and was not let down. Noodles were nicely cooked, wontons were ok, but my favorite part was the beef brisket! So tender and savory! And the Chinese donut was the cherry on top and added a unique texture to the noodle soup. My next visit I got one of the congees with fish and cabbage. Amazing! However, I feel like it's hard to screw up congee, it's a pretty simple dish but the fillets of fish in it were perfectly cooked and there was a HUGE helping of fish. I almost couldn't finish it all! And unlike other restaurants in Chinatown, the servers here are actually so nice and attentive! Kudos to you guys. I'll be back, definitely!

    (5)

  • Charles C.

    This place had a funky odor and that really turned me off to the food. I guess I might not be used to real chinese food but it seemed pretty legit. The beef brisket with noodles was ok but something about the smells that set me off.

    (2)

  • Kim D.

    Mike's was okay. I was hoping for handmade chewy noodle-y goodness but was greeted with thin egg noodles in a fishy soup broth. The flavors were fine, but this wasn't what I was expecting out of a noodle house with so many high ratings. The wontons were pretty good though, filled with mushrooms, whole shrimp, and pork.

    (3)

  • Shaoshuai Q.

    Are you kidding me ? There was hair in my dish I told the waitress and she gave me a new one Then, there was still hair in my dish ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! They tried to give me another dish but I just asked the check and left .... Now I'm suffering stomachache ....

    (1)

  • Jennifer L.

    We came with a party of 3 for Sunday lunch. No service, we stood there for a while before I had to walk into the kitchen area to ask about the wait. No list, they just come out and wave you in, so make sure you're noticed (stand right in front of their face). We waited about 10-15 minutes. People are in and out quick, so know what you want and focus on eating so you can get out of there for the next group to come in. We ordered 2 smalls and a large, but the waitress did not pay attention to the orders. We received 2 larges and a small, with mixed up types of noodles. On the surface, it looks inexpensive, but after ordering the soup, noodles, and adding on any meat or extras, it added up quickly! It was $35 for 3 of us. We are spoiled in SoCal (Little Saigon). We are used to the no service part, but not the prices. The wonton soup was very plain, almost flavorless. The beef noodle soup was better, but the flat rice noodles were way too thick it took the flavor away from the broth.

    (3)

  • Verena C.

    I honestly don't know why this place is so popular; my friends have been recommending Mike's Noodle House for awhile but my experience here has been very disappointing. I ordered one of their veggie dry noodle dishes since it seemed their broth are meat-based, but what was brought out was their plain noodle soup. Perhaps it was a language barrier thing because the server and I did have a bit of a confusing time when I ordered. She kept telling me, "side, side, side" to which I still do not know what she meant. I also specifically asked for wide rice noodles but I got thin egg noodles instead. Overall, the food was nothing too spectacular and a bit too salty for my preference. Service-wise though, they were decent. We were sat right away and were able to put in our order about 5 minutes in.

    (2)

  • Colin F.

    Came in on a Saturday morning around 1045 for brunch. We got a table right away before it got packed. I got the braised beef and sui kai noodle soup and me and my friends split a century egg and pork congee. The congee was large enough to be split into 3 smaller bowls which was perfect because I went with 2 other friends. The congee had a good consistency to it, wasn't too watery. Congee was slightly under seasoned but a little salt helped. The braised beef was cooked really well, the flavors were on point. The sui kai and wontons at this place are probably the biggest in Chinatown. Come early to this place if you want to avoid the weekend line or you could call in ahead of time for takeout and eat at the comfort of your home.

    (4)

  • Chris P.

    Mike's noodle house is awesome! We tried the liver and kidney noodle soup, which was a bit tough on the texture side of things (not a boiled fan), but it was tasty. Something of note: if you order the brisket noodles, what you get is mainly tendon. Our waitress informed us that Chinese people love tendon, so when you order it, you need to specify you want mainly meat and less tendon. My fiancé found that out the hard way. Everything we orders was delicious and I'm looking forward to going back for more. Get there early. The place was packed at noon on the Sunday we went, but orders come up fast.

    (5)

  • Vivian W.

    The food here is good if you like lots of fish sauce. Upon entering the small restaurant, or even right outside of this place, I could smell fish sauce, which is not a pleasant smell. We ordered wonton and dumpling noodle soup, braised beef, and fish and beef ball noodle soup. The soups had an overwhelming smell of fish sauce, however they did taste alright. I was not impressed by the size of their bowls. Usually Chinese noodle houses provide big bowls of noodles but their sizes are pretty small, even if you order the large portion. Don't get me wrong, they are enough to get you full, but I really like to indulge in my noodles soups. One thing that I really enjoyed was their spicy red oil sauce which they provide on every table. They really added flavor to the noodle soups! But that fish sauce tho. :l

    (3)

  • Liane L.

    My parents took my brother and me here since we were wee lil babies, so I've been a customer for as long as I can remember. I've been to a fair share of noodle houses, so I can safely say that if there's one place that serves the most authentic noodle house dishes, you can count on Mike's. I usually order the congee (either chicken or minced beef), but enjoy the wonton fun or brisket noodle soup too! The consistency of congee is always a hard one to master - it can't be too thick or too thin, but Mike's has got it down. Don't forget to order a side of the Chinese donut! It's the perfect side to dip into your piping hot bowl of congee. It's super duper small in here, so it's almost always filled. It's more of a stop and go kind of place, so it usually doesn't take very long to be seated. The food is really cheap, roughly $6-$8 depending on what you order. Remember, CASH only!

    (4)

  • Ednalyn M.

    My favorite place in the international district to get wonton noodle soup! The broth is more flavorful than most I've tried, the brisket is super tender and the wontons are huge and always packed with a good amount of pork and shrimp! The only problem I have with this place is sometimes the texture of the noodle and the steamed vegetables can be inconsistent. The noodles for me, have to be sort of toothsome and not too soggy. And the vegetable should have a good snap and not be overdone. This place is my go to place for my wonton soup fix. I suggest the #9 wonton noodle with beef brisket, #10 Sui Kau (wonton with mushrooms, pork, shrimp) with noodle and beef brisket. Their congee is good as well! If you're up to it, try their kidney and liver platter. The taste is mild and picks up the flavor of sauce easily!

    (4)

  • Monique T.

    If you love oyster sauce then this place is for you! Hubs and I were excited to try this place out. Should've gone somewhere else. The lady serving us was really really nice but the food was not good. Ordered the wonton dry noodle dish that had oyster sauce drizzled over it for 'flavor'. We received complimentary soup that was salty & fishy. My hot date had the beef brisket people raved about (blech). The brisket was marinated and cooked in either soy sauce or oyster sauce... And that's it. I feel ill just thinking about it. Nope... Just don't do it.

    (1)

  • Emiko K.

    I really love their chicken conji and yotel. It's pretty busy but unfortunately I ordered the wrong thing one time. It included intestines and such and I should have been more selective in what I was ordering but I felt rushed. We waited outside for 15 minutes and then the staff told us we needed to wait another 10 minutes when she clearly took other customers. When you're old it will be 15 minutes, you don't expect it to be another 10. I think they got the order wrong and took someone else when I was our turn and we waited as they should have. When I spoke up and said "you've already told us to wait" they give us the menu to get our food started and stood their as we quickly scanned the menu which completely made me feel rushed. It was really really awful. I would only come here for the congee but if I found another place with good congee, I would go there first. The weirdest thing happened at this restaurant though... because they were so busy the second time I went, they asked if my friend and I would be willing to share a table with two strangers. We agreed but it could have been really awkward. Luckily it wasn't. It just felt like you were eating super close to the next person. Now looking back I really didn't like the experience because they compromised their quality because it was busy. The food is good but just BECAREFUL to look at the menu closely. My Personal Rating Key One star: the food was bad and I had a negative experience. Two star: I had a more negative experience and would not come here again but the food was good so I may. Three store: everything is good except one thing. Example-the food is good, the price is more reasonable but the atmosphere is lacking class. These are sometimes my go to more than four stars because I usually care about price more than I do about atmosphere. Four stars: Everything is great, food, experience but the price may be on the upper end. I would not recommend this first to Obama unless he didn't like my five stars. Five stars: I would recommend this to Obama. The price may be on he upper end.

    (2)

  • Roanne E.

    This place is pretty decent. Got two soups and an order of bok choy. One number 9 - beef brisket with wontons and one number 17 - beef brisket with squid balls. A mounding scoop of chili paste from a jar that was set on the table added a lovely kick to our soup. I would definitely suggest adding the paste to everything! The beef brisket was delicious. It melts right in your mouth. The wontons are a hit - whoever created the recipe for those should win an award, cause they could probably create peace and unity on Earth. Service was pretty alright. We got seated fairly quickly; granted it was only Monday and our food came out at a reasonable time. Our hot tea got refilled promptly as we were running out. Would I go again? Maybe. Portions are somewhat small for my liking, but I believe that the price is pretty affordable for the quality of broth and wontons. The bill was only $23. Soup is perfect for cold weather but it tastes like something homemade. Take that as a compliment....? *this place only takes cash! Stop by the atm before dining!

    (3)

  • Natalie L.

    Last December we accidentally entered Mike's noodle house. It was freezing cold and I remembered the wonton noodle was the best that I have ever had, better than any in San Francisco or Los Angeles. Thinking that the environmental factor (freezing & Chinese food craving) might have affected my tasting, I decided to try it again when our family traveled from Southern California to board our cruise in Seattle. The wonton noodle soup was still amazing. The wonton tasted fresh and fulfilling. The fish purée and veggie porridge- a hit of sweetness and the perfect texture... Oh I wish Mike's noodle house will open a store in California. I think Mike's noodle soup's favor was the closest to the ones in Hong Kong in the United States.

    (5)

  • Jess C.

    Mikes noodle place is a hole in the wall. Cash only by the way. * WONTON/SIU KAI EGG NOODLE SOUP - 4 STARS: Wontons and Sui Kai were huge but tasted burnt and the skin was a little too soggy for my taste. I prefer a thicker chewier type. I added beef brisket (+$4) which was pretty tender and included tendon. The tendon was a little overcooked but I would return for this. The egg noodles were good but you have the option for 3 other types. The Lai fun (rice noodles) look delicious I wish I ordered that instead.

    (4)

  • Jonathan Z.

    CASH ONLY Had a stomachache and needed something easy and comforting CONGEE cures all! They have a lot of variety and basically put anything you want in your congee. It sort of felt like I was ordering pho. Also tried a bit of their wonton noodle soup, again, they have many variations of it. The broth tastes a little heavier and different than what I'm used to, but I still enjoyed it. I'm still missing that congee though!

    (4)

  • Ly L.

    Must try if you are in Seattle! One of the best noodle places I've been too. Cash Only! However, this small restaurant is worth every penny!! I ordered their beef brisket sui kau noodle soup and the food came out pretty quick.

    (5)

  • Lisa U.

    The pork and thousand year old egg congee + two orders of Chinese donuts reminds me of my childhood. Creamy, perfect savoriness, and always piping hot. Only downside is this place still only accepts cash, so come prepared. The brisket noodles with veggies is my other favorite.

    (5)

  • Emily K.

    Luckily, every time I've come to visit there was little to no wait! And I understand why there would be a wait.. They can seat about 40 and the food is awesome! And every time the noodle soup was delicious! It comes out super hot, just the way I love it! I like that you can pick different noodles, I normally stick to the traditional egg noodle but I sometimes crave the flat rice noodles. They have a little less bite to them which I usually prefer. The broth is consistently delicious whether you add beef brisket or fishball - the dish is a win!!! I will be back to try the congee next!

    (5)

  • Linda T.

    Congee and noodle soups are my comfort food, and Mike's Noodle House is as good as it gets in Seattle. Simple menu and everything is yummy. It is located in International District where all of the main Chinese restaurants are. This place is always hopping during dinnertime, so you likely will end up waiting 5-10 minutes for a table. We have fortunately never had to wait any longer than that, since guests tend to finish their meals quickly and leave. The waiting area is also quite small so you might end up kind of cramped up next to your neighbor. My favorite dishes are: beef brisket noodle with soup on the side, tripe liver and kidneys, preserved egg and pork congee with a side of chinese donut, and wonton noodle soup. All of the noodles, soups, meat and wontons are made well and consistently delicious. The chinese donut adds a nice greasy crunch to the soups. I have also tried the gai lan (chinese broccoli) with oyster sauce, but the last time we ordered it the broccoli tasted bitter and perhaps it was an old batch. Service is prompt and decent. The waitresses are all dressed in matching cute chinese style tops, which make the experience kind of fun. Once we are seated, they are quick to take your order and bring you tea. We have also eaten at Frank's Noodle House in Portland, OR. I heard that Frank and Mike are brothers. The restaurants have identical menus from what I've seen, but I think the food at Mike's is better. Maybe I'm a biased Seattleite :) Overall, I really enjoy eating here when I am craving congee, noodles or wontons. Great food, cheap prices. Cash only, so get your dollar bills ready!

    (4)

  • Ming Z.

    My mama and I wanted some Chinese noodles aka mein. So we drove that Camry to China town, and parked it out front ($2.50 an hour). Saturday 3pm, the place was packed, we got the last table. The server came and took our order super fast, knowing that my mom would flag her down anyways (just kidding). 5 minutes later, our wonton mein with beef brisket was on the table. The noodles and the wonton were amazing, tasted authentic. But the beef brisket was just "alright". The meat quality wasn't very good and it wasn't very tender. Overall, I had a great time with my mom.

    (3)

  • Wilson M.

    Excellent traditional Cantonese style noodles and congee. Almost up to par with the best in Hong Kong. The fragrance of the soup already made you mouth watering. Must try if you're in Seattle Chinatown. Only warning is you must bring CASH.

    (5)

  • Nyomi L.

    Adding another good review from an Asian diner could seem to some to be overkill, but no, it's not. Mike's Noodle House is as authentic as it gets Chinese porridge in the Seattle area, with cheap, delicious food, and the only unfortunate drawback of being cash only. Please go, if only to enjoy all the Chinese diners all around you.

    (5)

  • Rykiel E.

    Love love love this place! I've been here many times and it's one of my favorite places to get soup here. Much better than King noodle in my opinion. The broth is so deep and flavorful, the brisket is always savory. Some days, though, it's mostly fat... Which I'm not the biggest fan of but its still good. My favorite noodle bowl is the brisket and Sui-kau.. Which has mushrooms and shrimp inside.. A little more nutty, and deeper umami than a regular wonton. Their bok Choy with oyster sauce is a great side dish but it's a little difficult to eat. I wish they cut it up a different way but it's alright. The Chinese broccoli in oyster sauce is great too. It's a little salty, plus the oyster sauce cuts the bitter taste. Today, my friend and I also tried their liver/kidney/tripe side dish. It was my first time trying kidney and I actually liked it! I love tripe and their tripe is soft and only slightly chewy.. Not rubbery. I didn't care much for the liver, but my friend liked it a lot. The atmosphere is tight and homey and you can tell they've been in business for a while. You know it's good when people are waiting outside to eat here. The other dishes (congee, noodle plates) all look amazing but I'm just so in love with the noodles here, I can't not get it. This place is cash only! Dont forget!

    (5)

  • Dan L.

    Dropped into Seattle to experience some authentic Asian food in the Pacific Northwest. When I first moved from Toronto to Dallas, I have to admit I was a Toronto snob but the Asian food in Dallas turned out to be authentic and good! We were all actually a little disappointed at Mike's Noodle House. Maybe our expectations were a little to high but I can easily get just as good, if not better noodles in Dallas at a better price with better service! We ordered a variety of dishes include Beef and Wonton noodle soup, beef congee with Chinese donut stick, wonton with Lo Mein and another soup noodle dish. The flavors were good. The soup base was very good. Everything was authentic. But the meat in all the dishes were chewy and tough. The portion sizes were ok but way overpriced compared with Dallas or Toronto. Our server was really crap. She rushed us in the ordering process, came and tried to clean up our plates while we were still eating and was trying to rush us to leave even though we weren't there long and the place was half full. I even left her a big tip which I kind of regret now. Anyways, you kind of expect crap service at a Chinese restaurant so it's not a big deal. Bottom line is that Mike's is authentic but you can definitely get BETTER Chinese Cantonese food for a better price in Dallas, TX and Toronto. Yes, let me repeat that, that's Texas! Just go to Richardson or Plano which are just north of downtown Dallas. I know I sound like a crazy Texan but I'm Canadian and just moved to Texas. It's the truth.

    (3)

  • Daniel C.

    For a quick bite to eat at any time of the day, Mike's offer some solid noodle soups. They are a cash-only establishment and seems to get busy very quickly. My family came here for an early dinner after a long day. We each shared an order of steamed gai lan with oyster sauce, and then proceeded to order a version of won ton soup. The combinations are endless - I liked how they have four types of noodles (thick, thin, wide, and lai fun) and proteins. I opted for won ton and brisket with thick noodles and a side of sui kau. Excellent dish! Beef was tender, noodles slightly firm and chewy, and the sui kau really shined since they were good sized and had minced wood ear mushrooms for added crunch. Won tons were good too. Overall, I'd rate this higher than Canton Noodle House since the dish isn't as salty.

    (4)

  • Mitch N.

    This is a serious, no frills establishment. IIRC cash only too. That said, I usually get one of two things. beef congee, or taro congee. WIth a chinese doughnut. The beef is boiled in a broth of unknown origin... You can watch it in the window to the kitchen. The congee was cooking in a separate pot to the side. The simply cook the meet for 3-5minutes, then pour it into a bowl or to-go container, with a garnish of cilantro and/or green onions. The taro congee, they cook the taro in a microwave. It's quick and simple, so don't be mad they are not doing some 36 hour sous vide bath in a water bath made from the tears of virgins. This isn't that kind of place. Seriously, no frills like I said in the beginning. It's cheap, solid eats. Do experiment with the vinegar and their chili/garlic oil/paste. That totally makes the dish perfect.

    (4)

  • Namtran V.

    Here are a few guidelines: The small bowls are actually pretty deep, so don't be deceived! I always get the beef brisket and wonton soup (roughly $7) and I leave really full and satisfied. Don't skip on the Chinese donuts!!! They're well toasted and so tasty dipped in the soup. When it got really busy, I just lined up right down the middle of the restaurant awkwardly and it worked. The table turnover is pretty quick and they'll get to you when they're ready. CASH ONLY!

    (5)

  • Vencci H.

    I swear, best WONTON noodle soup I've ever had--and trust me I've had quite a few--even better than the ones in Los Angeles! I literally mistaken Heaven's gates as the entrance to my mouth! Not only was the noodles super chewy, the broth remained a consistent hot temperature the entire time!!! The wonton was filled with meat and shrimp (you can taste the soup of the wonton when you break through the wonton skin...omg) and the brisket was delicious and cooked to perfection--soft and full of beef flavor. The broth was a very delicious subtle broth that did not cloud the wonton's flavor nor the brisket's flavor yet keeping very true to how wonton soup should taste. HONESTLY-THE PERFECT BOWL OF NOODLES. You can choose which kind of noodles you want and choose between the small and large size also. I wish there was a Mike's Noodle House in LA!!!

    (5)

  • Nayoung K.

    Great tasting food, but HORRIBLE SERVICE. The restaurant itself is pretty small, and can get busy. My server sat my friend and I down, handed us the menu, gave us VERY little time to decide what we wanted, and gave us our food when it was ready. Another server poured more water in our glass cups when it seemed like we needed more. They do NOT accept credit/debit. My bill came to a total of $15.50, so I gave them $16.00. Which should be enough right? Apparently is wasn't. Our original server stood there and raised her voice to me demanding tip. That simply made me very aggravated, and made my experience horrible. I planned on leaving tip after receiving my change, but I was not given any at all. Now I know it was only fifty cents, but it just wasn't right. For her to yell at me, demanding tip, and making any customer look like a fool because she believes that they absolutely deserve tip. From the looks of the rest of the reviews, it seems like it went well for everyone else! I genuinely hope this does not happen to any of you.

    (3)

  • Herman E.

    A Hongcouverite's perspective: After reading a couple of reviews of Vancouver Yelpers Simon K. and Wendy Y., I knew I had to haul my butt over here. Yes, I came here for friggin' Canto food when Hongcouver has so much more. The place is legit. I will say that the congee here may very well be the best, if not one f the best, in the Pacific Northwest in terms of consistency and flavour. An order of century egg and salted lean pork congee was excellent. They don't skimp on the pork nor the egg. In addition, the pork was an actual diced up, in cubes, piece of pork strip that was salted very well, but not over powering. This was very good, especially with the Chinese donut Beef brisket with wonton was also good. Noodles were finer in thickness than I expected but it had a nice bite. Wontons has a good amount of minced lean pork with a prawn in every bite. I noticed that the prawn was always off to the side, indicating to me that they made sure there was a prawn in every wonton when wrapping. The only downside of this dish was that the beef brisket wasn't as tender as I hoped it to be. Likely an off day. It's a small store front and is easy to miss. It's run by a bunch of aunties in the back speaking a dialect that I recognize, but don't understand. They're from the old country, but the food is solid.

    (4)

  • Jeffrey G.

    I was super excited to try Mike's in part from the reviews and in part because I LOVE noodles! I tried the Fried fish ball soup and the fish balls were still frozen in the center. Beside that there was a rancid smell, so I sent the soup back for the wanton noodle soup that was highly recommended on Yelp. This too had a rancid smell and was really unappetizing. I gave up. Probably won't go back.

    (1)

  • James W.

    Good but not great. I got the soup with both wontons and dumplings. The broth was delicious. The noodles are okay. I saw some other people around me with the beef broth. That looked more delicious than mine. Maybe that's why I didn't like it as much. Next time! The service is fast and tea is complementary (true Asian). Will definitely give it a second go.

    (3)

  • Jackie A.

    Honestly, a bit of a let down - To put it lightly. I've been eyeing this place for quite sometime because the pictures looked great, and sometimes you're just in the mood for some good soup. My cousins from San Jose were visiting when we went and since we were already in downtown, it's a perfect opportunity to try this place out! We walked in and the lady asked us how many people. She was rather rude for whatever reason. But we decided to stay anyway, even though we could have just got up and left if we wanted to. I ordered the beef brisket with rice noodles with a side of their wontons. The wontons were good. They tasted like pretty decent shumai or something. The soup however, was not...The broth itself was just not good, which is disappointing since that's sort of what makes the soup overall. My cousins left the restaurant liking the food. Me? Not so much.

    (2)

  • Yvonne H.

    This place is so unassuming from the outside, but don't let it fool you! A little crowded during the lunchtime rush, but they do a good job getting everyone seated and on their way as quickly as possible. Even though they were very busy, service was friendly and fast. I ordered the congee with pork and preserved egg, and a bowl of their wonton noodle soup with beef brisket and both were exceptional. Five stars for fair prices, good service and delicious authentic Cantonese food!

    (5)

  • Michelle L.

    Ok....who would have thought this tiny little restaurant in the international district would be so delicious? My friend was craving wonton noodle soup so I went on yelp to look for a restaurant with some...and we decided on Mike's cause of the reviews. We were both very very pleasantly surprised. He loved his wonton noodle soup and I loved my wonton and Sui Kau soup. Both the wontons and the sui kaus in my soup were very plump and flavorful. I absolutely loved chomping into them. Not only that, but their broth is very good. Yummy!!! Service is typical of a restaurant in Chinatown..there isn't much of it. But the ladies were very nice and helpful with answering my questions. But just an FYI: cash only, people!

    (5)

  • Robert B.

    Mike's Noodle House is one of many little hole-in-the-wall establishments in Chinatown, but is always bustling at lunchtime while others might not be so busy. The secret is really good genuine Cantonese-style noodle soup + a great word of mouth reputation. The dining space is small and basic, and the service is efficient, almost to the point of being brusque, but not quite. The lunch rush period is fairly short, and that's when they make their money, so they're really keen to turn tables over several times in that period. This is a real 'eat it and beat it' kind of joint; don't plan on lingering over your tea. They will keep the tables full, so if you're a solo diner, plan on sharing a table. This usually leaves me cold ('coz you'll never know who you'll be seated with, and if they're going to try to sell you Amway or talk to you about Jeebus or the latest political conspiracy theory - see my reviews of The Corson Building and Serious Biscquit). Today I lucked out, as I shared a table with a regular who made great suggestions on what to order, as well as other cool places to eat in the ID. I had the beef brisket and wonton soup, and it was delightful. The wontons, stuffed with shrimp & meat, and made fresh in-house. The brisket was tender and had wonderful flavor and the noodles had just the right degree of 'al dente' for me. The broth was savory, and perhaps with just a hint of sweetness. Unlike Sichuan noodle soup (see King Noodle), this soup tends not to be spicy. Great food and quick service. Avoid the 12 - 1pm lunch crush, and you should be fine. (Note to 'S': thanks for the conversation and great restaurant leads; I'll check them out!)

    (4)

  • Eve T.

    Preserved egg and beef congee is amazing! Actually, any flavor congee at Mike's is beyond superb. The right amount of saltiness and flavor in each bowl. Don't forget to order Chinese fried donuts to dip into your congee. The donuts are basically the Chinese version of churros, but savory instead of sweet. Also, we learned on our third visit that congee sells out quickly. We were not able to order it at 4:00pm and instead had to order an egg noodle soup dish with beef tendon and shank pieces. Just as delicious. The beef was tender and melts right in your mouth. My husband and I love this place! We always suggest it to visitors of Seattle and it never disappoints.

    (4)

  • Amy L.

    This little hole-in-the-wall makes great congee and wonton soup in all sorts of variety. The wait can get a bit long, and not suited for large parties.

    (4)

  • Blossom K.

    When I got there on Sunday at 11 in the morning, I had to wait for 10 mins inside of the restaurant. The place was small but I liked it. People were very kind and the tables were clean. My friend and I ordered 1. Beef brisket wonton noodle soup (Large), 2. Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce, 3. Chinese doughnut for congee (my friend wanted to taste) 1. Beef brisket wonton noodle soup : looked like pho but tastes totally different. I'm so so sorry to say this but it tasted like "Rotten Feet or fish" somehow.. I've tasted ammonia when I drank the broth. So sorry but please no offend Chinese. It's just me I guess. I'm just sensitive to that type of flavor almost allergic to it. 2. Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce : very good! Very very fresh and cooked perfect! my friend and I we both loved it! Best Chinese broccoli in Chinatown so far. Definitely come back for it 3. Chinese doughnut : LOL my friend wanted to taste it because everybody had it on their tables so... Haha tasted NOTHING. It's just chewy and I know we weren't supposed to eat it without congee so.. Just experience.

    (4)

  • G G.

    Like this place. A LOT. My usual order is #2. Pray tell, why do some yelpers review quaint little places like this as if they're dining at Le Cirque or Daniel's? You want "ambiance" (whatever), lovely smells, smiley waitstaff (like the ones who would ask you after taking your payment, "Will you need your change back?"), then go somewhere else. I tell you. The soups here are true Hong Kong style.

    (5)

  • Raymond W.

    We stumbled across this hidden gem on our family vacation to the PNW. Our plan to explore the ID has led us to a parking spot just outside of Mike's. My mom stepped outside of the car, she immediately started sniffing the air like a wolf in the frozen forest and pointed to the door..."We must go in!". The aroma being described is the distinctive smell of yellow chives mixed with chicken broth. A smell commonly found near wonton noodle shops in Hong Kong, but it was a smell no where to be found on the east coast. It was 3 pm, the place was fairly empty, and I had my doubts. My mom went ahead and ordered the wonton noodle soup, and a congee. My sister had a mixture of wonton and dumplings, and I had the beef brisket noodles. This was just 2 hours after stuffing ourselves at Pike Place Market. The moment my mom took her first bite, I can see her smile from ear to ear. I then had a taste of the wonton and I understood why. The wonton were made true to HK style with fresh shrimp and a bit of pork, unlike other noodles shops where the pork plays more of a dominant role. More importantly, the folks at Mike's really took the time to create the perfect broth. When I looked through the glass window to the kitchen, there were chicken bones piled high to the ceiling, all were purely used to create the broth alone. It was the best bowl of wonton noodle soup I've ever had in the US, and in fact outside of Hong Kong. We stopped by Mike's one more time on the day of our departure before heading back to the east coast. I recently visited Seattle again for a weekend in October, and I ended up eating at this place twice on my trip. This time around, I went at lunch time, there was actually a line waiting to get in. I took my korean friends whom lived in Seattle for the past 10 years to Mike's and they were surprised how they have never heard of this place before, but I think they are hooked now. If you love noodle soups and know what a bowl of true HK-style wonton noodle soup should taste like, you must stop try Mike's.

    (5)

  • Dane D.

    Stopped by for dinner yesterday Nice, small, ordinary looking, but there are some gems in here. The staff was quick and friendly. I wanted to order beef tendon, but I didn't see it on the menu. The waitress said they had it, so I got a beef tendon and wonton noodle soup. The beef tendon melted in my mouth and was so delicious. The dumplings were good and the noodles were not over cooked as so many places do. If I ever find myself in Seattle again, I'm coming back.

    (4)

  • Ellen L.

    You know what's annoying? Yelpers who give restaurants less than stellar reviews because they don't know how to order what they like to eat. Wanted rice noodles but got egg noodles instead? Um.. probably because you didn't actually order rice noodles. This is pretty obvious... Also don't get people who come to Chinese restaurants & complain about the "ambiance" and the cheesy music. Obviously, you get what you pay for and there's nothing stopping you from driving 10 minutes downtown to a yuppie bar and paying 5x the price & getting 3x less the amount of food. Anyway.. Mike's Noodle House is AMAZING. The food is delicious, the service is fast, and it's very reasonably priced. While the noodle dishes are very good, my favorite has to be the seaweed soup with assorted meatballs. This restaurant is very accommodating for paleolithic/primal eaters because all dishes (noodles excluded) contain generous portions of vegetables & meat. If you order a side dish- brisket or rock cod, for example, you'll get a heaping mound that's sure to leave you satisfied. If you like noodles, try the brisket noodle soup (w/ a spoonful of hot chili sauce on the side). Or if you like congee, the fish ball & lettuce one is a great choice. Parking is relatively easy to find in the surrounding blocks.

    (5)

  • Cassie N.

    I love you Mike's Noodle House your like a warm hug on a cold day. Located in the International District, it's a tiny little restaurant even though they expanded a little. It is always busy, no reservations and they only take cash. The congee here is delicious and as my grandmother says, "very clean tasting." There is a little window where you can see the ladies making it. I like my congee with a little liver, kidney and preserved duck egg. It is extremely comforting and reminds me a little of home. My absolute favorite dish here is the Sui Kow Noodle, sometimes I get it hot with broth and at other times I get it dry with the broth on the side. The Sui Kow dumplings are amazing, full of shrimp, pork and Woodear mushroom. It really hits the spot. Service is a hit or miss depending on how busy it is. Also it gets very crowded at times so your sitting a bit too close for comfort but you can always get your goodies to go. Cheap, authentic and delicious...one of my favorites in Seattle.

    (5)

  • Mike C.

    This is hands down the best place for noodle soups in Seattle. Just admit it - you can't resist that enticing aroma they emit outside when you pass by. Note that they accept CASH ONLY though. If you are sensitive to MSG then I would recommend selecting alternatives such as congee because their broth is heavy with that stuff which is also obviously what makes it so delicious. I always get the wonton/sui kau noodle soup, and it is consistently prepared to perfection. Prices are reasonable, food is prepared and served quickly, and payment is speedy. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Kenneth L.

    Really good noodle soup and the wontons are awesome. They only take cash so be prepared

    (5)

  • Kate S.

    Eeeesh, with a plethora of noodle houses; let alone other amazing Asian dining in the ID, why would anyone come here? Maybe cuz it IS bright and clean inside, and the giant window to the kitchen is fun, and the service is friendly. But all that doesn't make up for the fact that the menu is boring and the food sub-par to at it's best -- mediocre. The flavors were all off AND offputting. Noodles felt old with the sauce too mustardy stale, chinese doughnuts were smooshy and not at all crisp, and the soup tasted only of seaweed to me. Seriously unimpressed.

    (2)

  • Alice L.

    It was actually bit difficult to decide on what to order, ended up getting the wonton and beef brisket noodle combo so that I can get a taste of both. The meat, the wontons, the broth were all addicting, but I got somewhat tired from eating the noodles, the texture and taste of it just got a bit... bland? When my broth ran out with more than half a bowl of noodle left, I actually pulled out the noodles and mixed it with the spicy sauce on the table, highly recommend to try! SO good! One plus for their generosity in giving me extra broth when they noticed my broth ran out. Though it's a cash only place, so be sure to go to the ATM beforehand. Great atmosphere and interior design, something about the cramped seating area works well with this noodle house. Food wise, it's good, but didn't live up to my expectations as it was hyped up so much from what I hear from people. Maybe all those compliments made it unrealistically delicious in my mind that became almost impossible to fulfill. =/

    (4)

  • Rebecca W.

    One of the better wonton noodle places in Chinatown.

    (4)

  • Daren D.

    First congee taste, woot! Had me the boneless chicken congee, apparently to-go (i didn't realize going up to the counter is take-out). Well, whatever! Either was fine with me. The ladies going around servicing had chinese-style-silk(?) shirts on and same black skirts(?). That was nice. So, I wiki-ed congee before trying it out and now I know what to perhaps eat when my stomach calls for some healing. ;) Plus, this is a darn good deal for 5-6 bux and pounds of yum congee. Good congee. Mm. Yum. Burp. Furthermore, what's great about filling, healthy-ish foods is that your fullness fades away in a matter of a few hours.

    (4)

  • Brian N.

    Kenny's brother in Seattle. Who would've thought. Of course I'm a fan. REALLY SHRIMP-Y TASTE here. Hopefully you're okay with this. I personally prefer a predominantly pork-based broth, but up to you.

    (4)

  • Melissa N.

    It was a pretty decent noodle soup restaurant. The bowls are deceiving because they give you quite a bit. I recommend the brisket and wontons. I always get that and it usually never disappoints. The after taste leaves you quite dehydrated, probably because of all the MSG. Also, the place is super small, definitely not good for groups! Just beware.

    (4)

  • Maylee L.

    I can hardly breathe!! So crowded. Lalaalala whatever.. my mommy and I ditched the bill. Well, that tells you a lot. Bowls of noodle! They cook it up quick! It taste yummy and lil bit oily. The skin of the noodle is quite thin. It is a lot of food to keep you full. Quality wise is a-okay. The people who work here are entirely busy and most likely to escape easy too. FYI.

    (3)

  • Benjamin K C.

    This is as good as it gets~! They make the best chinese noodle soup in Seattle, period! The restaurant is pretty cozy, the seats and tables are small. They are not made for you to sit for a long period of time. It's a eat-and-go kinda place. Once you have bit into the tender beef brisket cooked to perfection, I don't think you would mind the cozy little chair you are sitting on. YUMMY! If you have never eaten here before, here's what I recommend you should try: - for starter, order beef brisket noodle bowl, the difference between small and large is basically the amount of noodles you get. Also get the broil vegetables for a kicker. - next time you can try the noodle bowl "dry" style with Beef Brisket and dumplings. The noodles will be served on a plate instead of with the noodle soup. The beef brisket and noodles are drizzled with the concentrated broth, intensify your taste bud! - The congee is pretty good also, especially if you are kinda sick. Perfect for hang over. - For the adventurous, the intestines are pretty good too. I personally love the beef tendon with the brisket. nom nom nom!!

    (5)

  • Juan I.

    Best congee and noodle soup in chinatown... go during lunch and expect to get in line. This place is aces in terms of food. I go here at least a few times a month. Cash only.

    (5)

  • Suie C.

    Asian comfort food! I love the wonton noodles, beef brisket, fish congee, and yes, even the liver! Try it, just once if you haven't. Ingredients are always fresh, the soup is hot, and they give give you options to choose what kind of noodles you want. (egg noodles, rice noodles, I usually get the egg noodles). It get quite busy with line through the door especially during lunch, but ppl usually finish quickly so if you're okay with waiting for a little, then eat there. Otherwise, call ahead and take it to go. Price wise- fairly cheap i think it was $6.75/bowl last time I checked. They have 2 sizes, regular and large. The regular is always enough for me. But the bf likes the large. This is my go to wonton noodle place. Try the fish (cod) congee, it's probably my favorite thing there next to the beef brisket/wonton noodles. Cash only.

    (5)

  • Jennifer D.

    The place is smaller than I thought it'd be but quick turnover. It was packed on a Saturday morning but we were seated within 10 minutes of arrival. The menu is a little overwhelming since I didn't know what half the items were, so I opted for the ever popular wonton and beef brisket and a side order of Chinese 'donuts'. It was fun to look behind my seat to peer through the large glass window where all the action was taking place... it only made me hungrier. I couldn't wait to devour my bowl of noodle soup once it arrived; steamy and flavorful broth with large wontons placed next to a nest of tender beef brisket atop noodles. Drool now. The broth reminded me of a beef brisket soup my mom makes.. nothing like homecookin'. No way I could have finished the large size, regular is plenty!

    (5)

  • Trudy L.

    After spending a month in China, this was my first Chinese meal after returning stateside. So, my standards were pretty high, and Mike met them nicely. I got the beef noodle soup with dumplings. The dumplings were HUGE (I think I only got two) and there are pretty large shrimp and mushroom chunks stuffed in there. I also sampled the beef noodle with wontons, which was exactly the same, except that the wontons are smaller and you get more of them. The noodles were nice and chewy and the broth was flavorful. I also tried the fish congee which I thought had a lovely, deep rice-y flavor. Warm comfort food on a cold and rainy Seattle day :)

    (4)

  • Elizabeth L.

    No-frills HK diner, standby when craving home-cooking. Wide selection of noodle offerings/combinations including noodle type, meat. Shrimp wonton noodle soup was simple, satisfying - wontons are tasty. Portions are large. Niu nan side dish (beef tendon) is delicious, recommend. Tiny store, better for parties of 2-4.

    (3)

  • Viola l.

    I feel like I'm cheating on canton wonton house by eating here and I must say mikes noodles is good but the service is just downright terrible. I got the wonton and beef brisket but I'd rather go back to canton wonton.

    (2)

  • Yuh-Line N.

    Best place to have a hot meal in the ID! congee, beef noodle soup, wontons, everything super hot and steamy all at a low low price. the line moves fast, and there is ALWAYS a line. this is hands down the best little lunch place in seattle. I always over order because the prices are great and I love their food. I always get a plate of veggies and some beef noodles for less than ten bucks OR I go all out and get Congee with salty pork and century egg (pi dan sou rou zhou), force someone to share some beef noodles with me, and get a HUGE bowl of wontons. the wontons can come with or without noodles. with noodles, you get those lovely egg noodles...without noodles you get MANY more wontons. I always opt for without noodles. :) this is around ten bucks. be prepared: it's cash only!

    (5)

  • Ken L.

    Ah yea, Mike's. I love a good noodle bar joint like this. Everything is made fresh and is my favorite place to go in Chinatown. Order any noodle dish or soup bowl and you won't be disappointed. If you like Kidney, Tripe or Liver, they are super fresh and is awesome with your bowl of piping hot congee. Top the congee with the crispy although a bit oily, chinese donut pieces and you are set! Small place but keep nice and clean and service is fast! Cash only so be ready with some bills but you will not use many of them.... Yup, Mike's is the place for me.

    (5)

  • Alice L.

    The fish ball noodle soup is my go-to. The noodles are slightly chewy, just how I like them. The fish balls are certainly nommy, although a bit too salty, as is the broth. I'm a fan but am still searching for my HG.

    (4)

  • Caroline K.

    This was an unintentional stop after visiting the Wing Luke Museum nearby. The wonton noodle soup was delicious, but I think it's partially due to their use of MSG. Initially, I thought the soup was rather briny - very different from the plain wonton soups that are served in California. But after a few sips, I was hooked. The soup was really flavorful as were the wontons. It was perfect for a rainy cold day. The place is really small, too, but there were plenty of tables open and no wait. Food was cheap, too, and you can choose between a large and a small bowl. I got the small bowl and was full - the large is basically more soup and noodles but you get the same number of wontons.

    (4)

  • Chris T.

    If you're in the mood for wonton noodles and soup in the International District, then this is the place to be! For one thing, of all the places I've had noodle soup in my life, Mike's has the nicest interior. It's got hardwood floors and matching tables and chairs that aren't too crowded (step past the kitchen and towards the restroom, though, and that's a different story). However, the waitresses are usually stone-faced... I've sampled the liver/kidney/tripe dishes and they're all...okay. While the raw ingredients are of pretty good quality, they fail to do anything interesting with them. These side dishes are simply cooked (seems like they're simply boiled...), then served with a sauce that could be tasty if it were diluted about 10x since it's SUPER salty (I don't know what chef in their right mind would seriously serve up that sauce). The congee is really good, though, and is perfect for gloomy, chilly Seattle days; I always order congee with the Chinese donuts. I'm pretty sure that the donuts aren't made by the people at Mike's, though, so order earlier in the day to get the fresher (read: nommier!!!) ones. I can only speak for the wonton noodle soup here since I'm never inclined to order anything else since I only ever come here with family and I'm NOT a noodle person, although I will concede that these noodles are pretty tasty. I like mine with wontons, beef, and/or shumai. One regular bowl (at about $6.50) is more than enough to fill me up, especially considering the amount of water my body will soak up after all the damn sodium that's in all their sauces and soups. I am usually a sodium lover but here at Mike's Noodle House, I finally learned the lesson that there IS such a thing as too much salt! P.S. They do take-out too! Make sure to check the lids of the soup before you leave: there's been a couple times when the lid was slapped on haphazardly and I ended up with a plastic bag full of soup... sad.

    (3)

  • Vivian L.

    A lot of people give good reviews on their noodles. To me it is just a OK place for noodles. I think Chinatown has a lot of better places for noodles. I can cook something similar at home as well. The soup is way too salty to me. Cash only.

    (3)

  • Miao M.

    This is simply the best congee and wonton place in Pacific Northwest. I know people from Oregon who drove up here over the weekend for this place. And per some HongKong friends, Mike's Noodle House rivals the best restaurants in their hometown. This place is small, small tables and they are close to each other. You have to wait in line most of the time. And they are cash only. And the parkings are hard to find sometimes... But despite all these, we are willing to drive to Seattle every week for it. We almost always order the same things, too. Shrimp and Pork Wonton, Beef Tendon, their signature congees, and some greens with FuRu source. Delicious!

    (5)

  • Alan N.

    Best soup in town. I love it and repeatedly go back for more. The broth, noodles, meat and wontons are uniquely good. Just about the only thing that can suck is the size of the joint but I guess that matters little because the wait is well worth it.

    (5)

  • Elaine K.

    Whenever my parents are in town, this is THE place they want to consistently visit. They are apparently noodle and congee connoisseurs (unlike their daughter) and have sworn that this is the best place they have had...ever...even compared to places they have eaten at in Vancouver (and we ALL know that Vancouver is where the "good" Chinese places are at). So this 5 star review is really on behalf of my parents!!

    (5)

  • Rickey M.

    After hearing about all the greatness of what is Mikes Noodle House, I had to have a try for myself. What I came away from this is that Mikes might have the most enjoyable broth of any soup I've had in Seattle, LA, and Vegas. The Broth is amazing, the noodles and wontons are good, and the service is quick. Just make sure you make it in here during a non peak hour unless you like to stand up in a restaurant looking awkward while everyone around you eats.

    (5)

  • Richard U.

    cheap and yummy. For $7.30 got the large size of beef brisket noodle soup which was filling enough. Kind of a five spice infused beef broth. The place is pretty non-descript but the kitchen is visible through a large window where you can see vats of broth boiling witn various animal bits which was mildly entertaining. Service is fast and friendly. They close at 8pm which is very early for the ID. Want to try the wonton and congee options during my next outing.

    (3)

  • Anne N.

    You can't possibly walk past this place without smelling the wonton broth. I almost always get a regular bowl of wonton soup (no noodle) or a fish congee. This is THE place to go if you're in Seattle on a cold day. Something about the way that they cook their congee -- whether its the addition of mung beans or a different rice that they use -- but it is always thick, creamy, and oh so delicious! And the wontons? Absolutely vunderful. Thin wrapper, mixture of pork & shrimp filling, addictive broth..all topped with scallions and ginger. Sigh. Yes please. A coworker of mine wanted to try a different congee last time we went so we ordered one with with dried oysters and pork. The pork was fine...but the dried up poop sac (I'm always ranting about oyster's poop sacs) was a little weird for me. Weirder than normal anyways. Service is not always friendly and it's awkward having to wait for a table during the lunch rush but the food is definitely worth coming back again and again.

    (5)

  • Matt N.

    This place always has a line goin out the door. Something that caught my eye is how everyone is wearing the traditional chinese clothes. There's only so many seats here, so it's expected to wait 5-10 minutes, but it's it certainly worth the wait. I would recommend getting the wonton noodle soup and the congee. Those are the staples of a traditional Hong Kong style place. If you do get the congee, I would recommend getting the chinese doughnut to go with it. The chinese doughnut is long and fried, and it's salty. Don't expect a sweet treat, but it goes really well with the crunchiness and texture. This place is also cash only so be prepared!!!

    (4)

  • Kim N.

    Food here is so good. Great portion at a great price. I also love their congee for breakfast during weekends. Remember its cash only.

    (5)

  • CY L.

    Best suikau wonton noodle soup! I come here whenever I crave for noodle soup. I tried the beef brisket too, it's very tender and savory. Congee with fish is my favorite too.

    (4)

  • Kevin C.

    Rather than following the noble 8-fold path, Siddhartha could've fast-tracked it to nirvana w/ a meal at Mike's, which is always a religious experience. The wonton soup is an exhibit of perfection - the briny perfume of the shrimp, cut by the raw scallion, punctuated by the smooth, rounded pork from the wonton, make for a sensation that probably made Siddhartha regret the whole fasting for eons thing. The stewed beef shank is also a beautifully savory dish, tender yet sturdy. And the congee is as good as I've ever had it. So, forget sitting under a tree or living in poverty - just head on over to Mikes for a heaving serving of eternal salvation.

    (5)

  • Odie O.

    Not bad noodles in soup, won ton just ok but their gai lan was very nice and fresh and delightful. Typical small place, decent prices. I would not wait in line but good for late night meals.

    (3)

  • DeAnne E.

    This place is easy to find. It has a large red awning and it's right across from Hing Hay Park. I came here with my friend during the lunch hour. We were lucky to get a table right after we walked in...the dining area is tiny and so many people come here. I had the fish ball noodle soup. It was pretty good. It's a great place to come when it's cold outside and when you're craving for a delicious bowl of soup.

    (3)

  • Vivi C.

    I would like to thank my parents for taking me here while I was a prepubescent teen. Although, I was not a fan back then because of how crowded it was. I remember the congee being delicious but having people crowd around the entrance while I eat was not something I enjoyed. I recently came back without the crowd and I have to say it was delicious! I ordered wonton and the broth was right on point. The pricing is extremely affordable! I will be coming back here often during Seattle's rainy days. I notice it gets really busy in the morning, especially the weekends.

    (4)

  • Michael F.

    I got to visit Mike's Noodle House this past Summer on a business trip to Seattle. Oh man... the dim sum was simply some of the best I have ever had. My host ordered good ole favorites of mine, plus some items I never had before. The dim sum portions are very generous in size and portion, and absolutely preferred to perfection with fresh ingredients. If you are a dim sum freak like me, and plan to have it on your death row meal, I'd say this is a mandatory stop. Price and service were spot on. I simply cannot wait to return again.

    (5)

  • Dennis S.

    This is as good as it gets for wonton noodle soup. The wontons are fresh and tasty. They have an extensive menu for wonton noodle soup so you never get bored. Whether you want wonton with beef brisket or wonton minus siu kau noodles, they can accomodate your at Mikes Noodle House. I've tried different variations and I've like them all. When I was to go light on the carbs I leave out the siu kau noodles and go with just wonton and beef meatballs. Wonton noodle soup is great for rainy days. Mike's Noodle house is a smaller restaurant so you might be waiting outside in the rain if you go during busier times. This place is a gift in a bowl!

    (5)

  • Lily D.

    Best noodle soup i ever tasted. Stopped by chinatown in seattle and went to mikes. Our friend that used to live here recommended it. When we 1st waked in it was super packed but it didnt take long for us to get seated. The resturant was small but looked pretty decent. I ordered the beef brisket with fish ball noodle soup. We also ordered a side of bak choy with it. The broth of the noodle was so so good. So much flavor. The meat was tender and also had a very distinctive flavor. The fish ball was pretty fresh. When i bite into it i can see the stands of fish. Other fish balls i tasted had alot of flour, but this one is perfect. I always wanted to taste noodle soup like this, i would imagine this is how it would taste in china. The price was very decent 6.75 for one bowl.. Definately a must try...i wonder how many would know about this place since its one if those spots not known to many.

    (5)

  • Edward N.

    Probably my favorite spot in Seattle for a bowl of Wonton noodle soup. I like the Sui Kau and Wonton, with egg noodle. Small and large bowls, although size difference is not too drastic, and price difference is only $1 (give or take). Nice, small and cozy place. Kitchen has an open window so you can see the delicious food being prepared. Overall, a nice comforting place for noodle soup. I go here often! Can't really think of anything wrong here, maybe that they only take cash?

    (5)

  • Ellie B.

    Seattle always rains. A hot bowl of chewy Chinese noodles?? Mmm ... *slurps*!! Everything here is good, but my fave is the beef brisket wontons with egg noodles. The beef brisket is stewed in star anise, ginger, and a few other Chinese spices to tenderness. Wontons are filled with fresh shrimp, pork and mushrooms. Broth is dense with flavor swimming in fresh egg noodles. For condiments to dip, chilli, soy sauce and red vinegar will compliment each ingredient.

    (5)

  • Chester M.

    This place is good but can be a little salty. Too bad its cash only too. You have to go across the street to use the ATM.

    (3)

  • Michelle F.

    My son, husband and I stopped in based on the glowing Yelp reviews. I don't think we were well prepared for the experience. The server was VERY anxious to take our order, on her 3rd stop at the table in about 7 minutes we all made quick decisions and ordered. Mine was great, a spicy sauce with pork over noodles. Of the 3, it's the only dish we really liked. I think if I had a little more time with the menu, and if maybe the menu were more descriptive we could have made better choices and hit the trifecta. I would try it again but we're not local so... Tip: Go with someone who speaks the language.

    (3)

  • Rich X.

    I am not personally a big fan of Chinese egg noodles but this house does a Pretty good job of preparing noodles. service was nice but the place is always packed! congee was on the plain side but if you like egg noodles this is a good place for you. other than that it's only ok.

    (4)

  • Linda C.

    Two words: Vegetarian congee. Delish!

    (4)

  • Candice H.

    I was visiting Seattle with my family this past Nov 2009. Lucky me...I was vacationing with an uncle that has to have Chinese food (can you sense the sarcasm?) ALL the time. I was skeptical about eating Chinese food...afterall it is SEATTLE. We live in the Bay Area where there are tons of good Asian cuisine. Why in the heck would anyone want Chinese food in a non-Asian populated City? Uncle *P (name not disclosed for confidentiality purposes) said he felt like having roast duck. My aunt's bf has friends living in Seattle so he calls his friend to find out if there are any good places with roast duck. Anyway, we circle around Seattle's Chinatown trying to find a restaurant that looks decent and has some people in there eating. After several circles, everyone just decided to find a parking spot and go to this one restaurant we passed by while circling where the roast duck looked good. As everyone's getting out of the car, my mom says "Mmmm..what's that smell? It smells really good." We parked right in front of Mike's Noodle House and the aroma of the noodles was being vented out. We decided to eat here since it looked pretty decent inside and there were a good amount of people sitting inside. To my surprise, the wonton noodles were way better than any I've had here in the City. However, the wontons wasn't a hit for me. I ordered the dried oyster porridge. It was delish...better than any I've had in the City. The gai lan vegetables were fresh & tasty, the beef briskets were tender and well portioned, and the fried fishballs were yummy. This place was such a big hit for the fam that when we drove back from Vancouver, they decided to eat here again. Pros: Waitress who served us was friendly Price was decent Cons: C-town in Seattle is ghetto at night. There were a lot of druggies and bums around.

    (4)

  • Jake K.

    Wow, this place is serious hangover food. If you have a bad case of the headaches, bubble guts, and even running water sounds too loud, come here for your shot of life before you take your water loaded nap. I had the beef wonton soup and was not disappointed. Of course, in hindsight, I probably ate three days worth of carbs in the large noodle bowl but didn't care. The wontons actually contained shrimp and the beef brisket was beef with tendons on it - all slurped down in a record 10 minutes before I finally took my leave of the place. Amazingly enough, most Chinese places I've been to tend to be rather dingy in the kitchen and sometimes reflect that in the dining area. This place wasn't so and the ladies were actually rather friendly rather than curt as if someone shit in their morning congee. I'd love to come back here each time I'm in town.

    (4)

  • Corey Y.

    Went here and tried the beef brisket and wonton soup with a friend. So glad we did! The broth was savory with a pleasant tang, and the meat was nice and tender. The people right next to us had the congee, so that's what we're going to try next! Only downside is that they were crazy busy and getting our check took a while near the end. Definitely not a quick in and out place.

    (3)

  • Phil N.

    The wife found this place through Yelp due to the high ratings. Mike (whoever this guy is) definitely doesn't disappoint. Being a wonton noodle fanatic, we ordered the wonton noodle soup with beef brisket. My wife ordered her the normal style and I ordered mine dry (i.e. soup on the side). One thing that stood out was the broth and it was really beefy flavored, which had my taste buds going all crazy. The Wonton, although only a quantity of 6, were pretty good but obviously not as big as the ones given at Good Taste in Beaverton, OR. My litmus test is do they fall apart when picked up with chopsticks? if they do then it's a bad sign that a) it was overcooked and b) poor wonton stuffing skills. The meat part of the beef brisket is easily torn apart which is a good sign that it has been stewed for quite some time. The tendon part, however, is a kinda chewy, which is more to my taste and some people may not like it being that rubbery. But dude, if you really really like tendons, you eat them rubbery style anyways. Otherwise, you wouldn't be ordering it in the first place, right? My baby son was there and we also ordered the chicken porridge and the Chinese donuts. Oh man, the Chinese donuts here are the best I've eaten. They were hella oily (normal) and when I ate them the next day, they were still moist and crunchy. This is usually not the case with other Chinese donuts if you take them home. Ever had bread jerky? No? That's what they taste like - rock hard like wood. The porridge was really good - perfect texture - even with the chicken mixed it. My son loved it. Service was always with a smile and pretty quiet for a Chinese establishment. Usually it's LOUD, at least to the places I've been, too. Parking is good but we got there at 8pm. Chinatown is surprisingly dead on a Saturday night. Only complaint were two random dudes smoking weed outside. What else? I give this place five stars since it's the only good noodle house I've experience in Seattle. If it was any closer to Good Taste, I would have given it four stars. All in all, with the cold weather and everything, this place hits the right spot.

    (5)

  • James M.

    Too many other good soup joints in the International District to go here again. Green Leaf, Szechuan Noodle Bowl, Pho Ba just to name a few are superior to Mike's. I ordered the brisket and wonton soup. The brisket was good, I will give them that but the wontons and egg noodles were just okay and I did not love the flavor of the broth. My girlfriend had the noodles with pork dish and it was very underwhelming. The pork was in tiny pieces and was not flavorful. Service was not good. Slow and indifferent, had to ask for our drink order twice.

    (2)

  • Troy M.

    THE BEST NOODLE HOUSE in the WEST!!! Better than SF Bay Area, Vancouver BC, and Sacramento. Po and Kung Fu Panda's dad would even eat here - it's that good! Pure awesomeness. Can't wait to come back again. This place is small, but we were lucky to get seated without wait. Thanks to the local old lady walking on the street who recommend it to hungry tourists.

    (5)

  • Samantha G.

    I love ordering beef brisket. Beef Brisket soup, beef brisket noodle with veggies, etc. I also like to get their noodles in oyster sauce and a side of beef brisket. Good thing there was a Bank of America down the street because I did not know that it was CASH ONLY. I probably should get in the habit of carrying cash with me.

    (4)

  • Linda T.

    This is a great place to go to on a cold day! Wonton noodle soup and Congee is delicious here. I recommend their wonton noodles. Wonton is homemade and rolled up by grandma. Sometimes on week nights you'll see cute little grandma rolling up the wontons. So the wonton is as legit as you will get for fresh wonton. Oh don't forget the chinese donut, hmmm yummy! Price is very decent too!

    (4)

  • michelle k.

    This place is seriously the BEST place to go to for a Congee fix. It's been a good year since I've had congee and I was yearning for it, real bad. Thanks to trusty Yelp, I found this place and went as soon as I could.. It was simply AMAZING, the best Congee I've ever tried in my life --comforting, the consistency is perfect, and it's cheap! I'll be returning here shortly. They only accept CASH -- be prepared!

    (5)

  • Grace T.

    Mike's!!!! What can I say? I love this place. A little gem of a restaurant in the middle of the International District. Their atmosphere is very reminiscent of a noodle shop in Hong Kong. Their food is delicious, and portions are good for the price (average is about $5 for a regular size bowl of noodles or congee); great for fairly cheap food to fill you up on a cold day! The only downside is that the restaurant is TINY, and fills up quickly, especially at lunch and on weekends, so if you don't like waiting, this may not be the place for you. Prices are reasonable, and service is fairly quick.

    (5)

  • Thai D.

    Went here for the first time today. Ordered wonton and squid ball noodle soup. The wontons here are the truth. THE TRUTH. (The broth, noodles, and squid balls are quite good too)

    (4)

  • Rosalind T.

    I will be back!! Yipeee.... finally managed to satisfy my chinese food craving after having been to few other chinese restaurants. We had cod fish porridge, pork and century egg porridge and wonton noodles. All were good, service was also good. I'm stingy with my stars hence 4 stars here instead of 5.

    (4)

  • Barnaby W.

    Mike's Noodle House was the only highlight of my visit to Seattle's "Chinatown". This was probably the worst Chinatowns of all the cities I've visited, but if you must see for yourself, drop by Mike's. I tried the wonton noodles and oyster/salted pork congee. Both dishes were excellent, and the congee will satisfy both Taiwanese and Cantonese palates alike. I can't be certain that MSG wasn't used in the food, but I wasn't super-thirsty afterwards. I like Mike's.

    (5)

  • Stacy Y.

    Food - 5 stars Service - 3 stars I have never been disappointed with their food, but the service every time. They work like robots with no smiles on their faces. The waitresses order food, bring food, drop checks as soon as you receive your food, while with a line waiting by the door, it feels like they wish you just hurry up finish and go. For a busy restaurant like Mike's Noodle House, waitresses just don't seem to appreciate their jobs but still expect 20% tips on their faces. Well, I only go there probably once every six months now because you never feel welcome there.

    (3)

  • Kim O.

    When I'm in the ramen mood, I turn to Mike's. Mike's noodle house is always nice to have on a cold day! Pho would be ideal, but when it comes to ramen, Mike's comes to mindl! Every time I come here, it's usually with one other person. I've come here during lunch and at dinner. I'd say the best is at lunch after the lunch rush (1230). It's always packed here. 5-10 min wait for a table is not too bad for the size of restaurant they have (pretty cramped and small). I do recommend they expand it because it's hard to accommodate groups! I love the idea of table sharing seating. I'm no stranger when it comes to talking to others or just having a quick bowl of ramen with a friend. I figured, those people are here to do the same. As far as trying to have a private conversation- yah that's out of the question. Can't find any privacy here. However, people do mind their own business and keep to themselves. So it's not too bad. I've ordered a large size here and oh boy, if you're hungry, it's perfect. But sometimes my eyes are wider than my stomach! I learn to order only the regular size from now on. I love their beef brisket, wonton, and their siu kau. You can get them with or without noodles. Sometimes if I feel like a full meal, noodles are craved. Sometimes I just want the broth and the wontons or siu kau and comes with a few pieces of bok choy. Before you go, make sure you have some cash on hand, they don't believe in paying for merchant services!! Typically, a 10 would spot you fine if you get a regular sized bowl of ramen + topper (meat or dumpling). That's regular item+tax+tip. Most of the time, I have a 20 on hand. This place is great for a cold and/or rainy day to warm up with soup!!

    (4)

  • Alison H.

    After reading all of the reviews I was so excited to try Mike's. It did not take long before I was sadly disappointed that my fellow yelpers had sent me to a so so noodle house. First of all, I am not a huge fan of a glorified ramen noodle place. I ordered the beef noodles with wontons. The noodles were not cooked when they came out and most of the beef was just fat. The broth was pretty tasty, but when you don't want to eat anything in the soup, the broth does not really make up for that. I will not eat here again.

    (2)

  • Emiy B.

    This restaurant has a cute atmosphere, good service, and SUPER fresh food; It's all great, really -- it's just not vegetarian friendly.

    (3)

  • Coraline J.

    There was hair in my wonton. Not just on top of it. Actually in the middle of the wonton. Cooked in. There was also hair in the beef brisket. And the brisket should actually have been called beef fat. Because that's what it was. Chunks of fat. Absurdly yucky.

    (1)

  • Martha T.

    Mike's Noodle House is always a fun place to go. I usually take friends who have never had Chinese noodles before. Last time I went after a football game. It is a good place to go if you want something warm on a cold night. The wonton noodles is a classic. A normal size is usually enough food for me but not my boyfriend. He usually asks for more noodles. I recommend the beef brisket wonton noodles. You usually get about 4 wontons and 4 good chucks of beef brisket. Warning though, I am usually really thirsty afterwards. Hopefully there isn't any MSG

    (3)

  • Ce Y.

    Mike's is getting my 5 stars because their price to taste ratio is great for less than 7 bucks you get a pretty filling bowl of noodles which are cooked to perfection meaning they are still chewy with a good bite, have retained their fresh flavors, with wonton's the size of my baby girls fist! The sui Kau is even bigger! The broth is simple and light, which is great because it enhances the flavors of the noodles and toppings, it is a good sign when the aroma of the yellow chives they add in can be appreciated. Their beef brisket came in generous portions on the noodle dish and had a good mix of meat to tendon to the fibrous sheath (if you like mostly meat then it is not for you). it was flavored with the traditional spices and surprisingly clean (not fatty and the flavors were not totally muddled with spices which did not belong) we also got the boiled tripe, kidney, and liver - it was cooked to perfection and the boiled items had the perfect texture, when dipped in the soy sauce jalapeno sauce it is just simply wonderful. The other item we got was the un choy with tofu sauce - I will warn people who have not tried fermented tofu before - it is "different" not like natto but there is a weird and wonderful stinkyness to it that makes the saltyness work well with the veggies. Be bold - try it at least twice before making your own decision because it is an acquired taste.

    (5)

  • Mel C.

    Best pork liver and kidney I ever had..I usually ordered them with congee or noodle..It is amazing they can be make it so tender!! The soup is superb as well and I think they really made the stock with dried fish, shrimp or scallop.

    (5)

  • Cynthia V.

    YUM YUM YUM!!!!!!! YOU MUST GO HERE. Small little place in Chinatown but the food is so good. Parking is street parking. Sometimes there is a small wait, but it's worth it. If you are willing and dont want to wait, they will seat you with random strangers just so you can get your food faster. I like to get the Wonton Noodle Soup. I eat this dish everywhere, even at home, and no one can compare. (Dont tell my mom..) The small size is a perfect serving for me but sometimes I get too greedy and I order the large.. which I usually can't finish, and Kenny has to finish it for me. Kenny likes to get the SuiGao Beef Briskit Noodle Soup in a large. But he's a man so it's the perfect size for him. Everything else on the menu is yummy too but those two are our favorites. My friends like to order the Congee. Again, all the flavors are yummy so you can't go wrong. I used to eat here at least once a week when I went to school (UW) but now that I'm back on the Eastside, I'm still willing to drive to eat there at least once and month just to eat and go home.

    (5)

  • Will D.

    The wontons and sui kau are quite good and cheap, and service is fast, BUT this place is a zoo at lunch. Plus they're cash only. With so many other good options in the I District, this place is not one I frequent.

    (3)

  • Law P.

    I don't know if I was expecting a lot more of this place or what, but I was sort of disappointed in a way. This place has "noodle" in it's name but frankly I thought the noodles were undercooked and nothing special at all. I have to say that their won tons are quite delicious and of some of the best that I've had. I am a big fan of a won ton that has a whole shrimp in it. The service is nice and friendly, but otherwise nothing really stood out for me as worthy enough to make a return visit. I really need to find a place with excellent egg noodle soup.

    (3)

  • Jason C.

    Who would have known that I would eat one of the best bowls of wonton noodle soups in my life at a small restaurant in Seattle's Chinatown? Broth was perfect, didn't taste like overpowering MSG. They give you 6 big wontons that all tasted delicious. It reminds me of the wontons from Hong Kong. They smell like those little dried shrimps. Best of all was the noodles. Most of the time, the noodles are going to be a clumped up ball of egg noodles. Not here. The noodles seemed freshly cooked with the perfect texture.

    (5)

  • Alan S.

    Great place to eat authentic chinese wonton noodle soup. Pros: good food, cheap prices Con: bad location, very small restaurant, service is ok..

    (5)

  • Lisa P.

    This place is not the same anymore. The broth tastes a little flavorless and lacked that distinctive aroma that past customers are familiar with. The quality of the filling for the sui gao is also disappointing. The congee and service is the only redeeming quality of this noodle house, this is if you don't mind MSG and fast-talking waiters.

    (1)

  • Manesh P.

    Mike's Noodle House is a bit of a "hole in the wall" chinese restaurant with seating for maybe 20 and unofficial room for a constant line of another 20 people waiting for their turn. I have to say, Seattle's Chinatown impresses with its cleanliness. A place like Mike's with the high turnover, cheap comfort grub, and low prices would normally be a total dump in most Chinatowns. You know the Chinese restaurant mantra, "The food's good. What else do we owe you?" That's not to say you're not going to get shoved out of the way by a diminutive waitress or have your order delivered with the check. Oh yes, all the familiarities of Chinatown dining are present here at Mike's, but at the very least you don't have to worry about going to the bathroom or that your food was recently fished out of a luke warm refrigerator on the fritz (or at least it seems that way...). The food at Mike's is really traditional "Cantonese Fast Food(?)" At least, that's what I always think of it as. Simple vegetables with oyster sauce and noodle and wonton soups with assorted beef parts are the specialty. Mike's does it about as well as anywhere I've been in the US. The broths are flavorful but not so umami as to make you wonder if you're OD-ing on MSG, and the beef tendon and short plate (niu nan, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pl… ) is stewed till its oh so tender... i'm hungry....

    (4)

  • Hungry D.

    The place is pretty good I must admit. I came here twice in my seven day Seattle trip. They have pig liver served (which looks kinda disgusting) on a plate and it is steam just right. The wontons are good... apparently my Hong Kong friends thinks that this resembles the wonton taste/smell in Hong Kong very well. I just think it is pretty good for the price.

    (4)

  • Jayme D.

    I agree, these noodles are good but the broth is underwhelming. The menu is very simple. There isn't much variety. I had the fried doughnut. It tasted stale and old. The place also smelled pretty funny.

    (3)

  • John H.

    This place is tiny and always crowded because it's tiny. There isn't a lot of privacy because the tiny tables are close together so try not to bring a first date here unless you want your neighbors to hear your sweet talk. This place is famous for it's noodles but I only find it's wonton noodles fair. What separates a noodle dish from others is not actually the noodles, which are hard to get wrong, but it's wontons and dumplings. I actually find Purple Dot's wontons to be better tasting. The wontons here are somewhat hard and not that tasty (to me). Instead, what I love here is the congee, and not just any congee but their liver congee. When their liver congee is good, which is most of the time, it's great. There is a lot of liver and the taste of it permeates all through the congee. The bowl is huge and hot and it takes me about 30 mins to finish a bowl. Every time I come I want to try something else, but the liver congee is just so good I have to have it every time after I discovered it. So if you like liver and you like congee, this is the place to go.

    (4)

  • Sandy N.

    Small restaurant, but clean. We ordered dumpling noodles, a congee and the liver/kidney/stomach dish. All were good. The noodles was not soggy, the broth was clear and favorful but not over powering, and dumplings had good mix of meat and shrimp. The congee was soft and cream, not watery at all, reminded me of my childhood. I don't particularly love eating internal organs but I was lusting for some. The innards dish: liver was fresh (no bloody smell). I finished them all.

    (5)

  • Tomi Y.

    This place IS the place to go if you want congee or hong kong style noodle soup. The service may not be the best but this place is ALWAYS crowded during lunch hours. You should definitely come before or after then. The food is DELICIOUS. Highly recommended! You can read more about the food I ordered on my blog: ricendine.com/2010/11/co…

    (4)

  • Sara Q.

    so much better than kenny's in portland.. and they're BROTHERs! i didn't come here after a rough night out on the town, but i would imagine this place would be a good hangover spot. food is delicious, wontons/shu mai's are tender and full of flavor. bok choy with oyster sauce was a little too salty but good when eaten with congee .. we also had the tripe which was delicious. if youre super hungry get the large, it was extra noodles, if you're just so so .. i would get the small. they don't really give you more wontons or shu mai in a large, just extra noodles. we don't need all those carbs. gosh.

    (4)

  • Rachel O.

    I visit Seattle yearly and always come to Mike's noodle house for delicious fairly priced congee (rice soup). I recommend the pork and salted egg or thousand year egg if you know what that is. The staff can be a bit rude but the food is worth it.

    (4)

  • Ku S.

    If you haven't been here, go. Now!

    (5)

  • Denice R.

    Had my first experience with congee at Mike's today. I stopped in solo and was the only non-Asian in the place for quite some time. An acupuncturist has been encouraging me to eat congee regularly, supposed to be very good for the system. The menu was interestingly foreign to me (which I loved) and I felt like a fish out of water (which I loved). Oh the adventure of it all! In this tiny restaurant across the street from Hing Hay Park, I was handed a cup of hot tea and a menu with a lot of choices. I came for congee. From my pleasant server, I ordered a bowl of boneless chicken congee (it sounded safe for a first try and was only $4.99.) My server pointed at the menu and asked if I wanted an order of Chinese Donuts. I said sure. They were only like $1.50 so even though I had no idea what they were, no biggie deal. The Chinese Donuts appear to be slices of some type of deep fried batter, I think, sans any sugar. A description I read elsewhere of them being reminiscent of beignets without the sugar wouldn't be so accurate. I don't know how I would describe these except for very deep fried tasting. Maybe these are an acquired taste? Hmm, interesting. The congee arrived, a bowl of white rice soup with thinly sliced green onions, boneless chicken, and I don't know what else. Sorta reminded me of extremely runny white oatmeal. Hmm, interesting. It tasted much better than it looked. I added a little bit of hot sauce just to see what would happen, remembering that my acupuncturist said it's best to eat it as plainly as possible. I only added a little. I think congee is something of an acquired taste, even for culturally diverse nommers like myself. So I'll be back, probably with friends in tow, to expand my horizons in this direction. Update: Won Ton Noodle Soup is the best I've had to date. $5.65 out the door for a regular size bowl (which is a meal). The won ton balls were large and flavorful, the noodles were cooked to perfection, and the soup base was delicious.

    (4)

  • Jean Y.

    Good place for a quick casual lunch in the ID. The food isn't stellar, but service is fast, and the noodles are $1-2 cheaper than similarly located places. Mike's offers a selection of 4-5 different types of noodles (essentially a choice of thick/thin, egg/rice noodles), so this is a good place for Cantonese and Taiwanese friends who disagree about the best type of noodle to dine together ;) Mike's Noodle House doesn't go as far on the noodle spectrum as to serve hand-shaved noodles, unfortunately. Note: cash only!

    (3)

  • Mailani W.

    Mike's Noodle House is my plan B when Canton Wonton House is closed. Their wonton noodle soups are way better than the Congee/Jook. The Century egg has been diced up to cheap slivers or disintegrated. The pork is salty yet dry. Pretty lackluster. The "OH-HELL-NO" came when each time I took a bite of the Chinese Broccoli came with gritty sand and dirt. Mike needs to tell the ladies in the kitchen to WASH THE VEGETABLES before cooking.

    (2)

  • Ally W.

    I don't go to Chinatown often, but when I do, I always go to Mike's Noodle House! It's too good to pass up :) And it's relatively cheap! The noodles are unlike any I've had at any other wonton place; they taste just amazing, and the wonton are simply meat-y and shrimp-y goodness! Plus, once you're done with all that, you get to drink the rest of the delicious broth. Seriously, this place is so good, I get cravings for it all the time! I'm always looking for good Chinese food, and if you are too Mike's Noodle House is one place that you've got to try!

    (4)

  • Y L.

    I was on vacation in Zion National Park, during which I had weak beer and weak coffee, and saw a sign for a Chinese restaurant, which I studiously avoided. So when I got back, I was craving . . . you got it . . . strong beer, strong coffee, and Chinese food, specifically wonton soup. To fulfill my craving for the last of these, my wife and I went to Mike's Noodle House. It gets busy during weekend brunch/lunch time, but our wait wasn't terribly long, particularly when we agreed to share our table with a mother and son. I had the straight-up wonton soup, and my wife had the wonton soup with rice noodles. We shared an order of Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce. The wonton soup was delicious, especially the wontons -- with an abundant pork and shrimp filling, surrounded by a thin wonton skin, and cooked just enough so that the shrimp popped when you bit into it. The broth, which is somewhat thin, packs a strong dried-shrimp-powder flavor, which can take some getting used to. My wife's soup looked good too. The Chinese broccoli was cooked perfectly -- bright green with plenty of snap -- and they put the oyster sauce along either end of the plate so that you could season it to your taste. The waitstaff was efficient and friendly, and everyone in the restaurant was relatively quiet, focusing on eating their soup or their congee. I need to go back and try more of their offerings, and at around $6-$7 per dish, this won't be too hard to do.

    (4)

  • Madison C.

    If you are visiting Seattle and you want affordable and yummy noodles, got o Mike's Noodles. You know its a good place when you see the locals eating there and not just tourists, like myself. *wink* I had the Fish balls and noodles Special. Never had fillings inside the fish balls before. It was pretty good. Waitress told me it was fish eggs. Huh....Okay... Whatever, they were tasty and different. Great service. Great price. Amazing food. Fresh ingredients. Bathroom is clean and spacious.

    (4)

  • Jasmine M.

    I really wanted to like this place, I really did. However, the wontons are not as good as expected based on the reviews. The flavor was lacking and the skin of the wontons were discolored. There were egg shells in a wonton that my husband bit into. Cheap but most probably won't be coming back. Keep on eating, diners!

    (3)

  • Mac F.

    Finally ate here after 4 tries (other occasions, it just seemed too crowded). To avoid the crowd, slipped in here at, around, 9:45 AM. Ordered beef brisket and wonton noodle soup, based on comments on other posts. Very tasty and the large bowl had so much noodles that it was hardt to finish, but .... Tasty broth, though bit too much soy sauce for my taste. Great wonton! And the noodle bowl came very hot -- I love it when hot food comes out so hot that it's almost too difficult to eat. Service is not overly friendly, but quick and efficient. Great food at very reasonable price.

    (4)

  • Aaron Y.

    I am Chinese and know my Chinese food. BEST WONTON IN INTL DISTRICT hands down! That is all you need to know. BEST!!!! Warning : this place is a cash only est. so stop by the atm before you dine or make a friend do it.

    (5)

  • Sheena C.

    Won ton and beef brisket noodle. So good I could eat it all day! They even have "ho fun" in case you want to switch up the noodle variety. Mmmmmm...

    (5)

  • s z.

    Long story short: -FOOD IS SERVED HONG KONG-STYLE. EVERYTHING IS PIPING HOT. BE CAREFUL. CO NOT SUE THEM IF YOU BURN YOURSELF. THIS IS MY WARNING ON THEIR BEHALF. -I've had better congee. The wontons were good though. -Food is not worth the wait when there is a wait. Otherwise, go for it. It's not bad. -Congee is about $5-6 a bowl. It's $3-4 a bowl at dimsum places. -Chinese donut is $1.50 per person. -Congee is thinner than normal. You know, this is another place I am not understanding the ratings for. It's not that good. I showed up here at 3pm on a Sunday and the wait was UNBEARABLE. The line was out the door. My friend kept assuring me this was the best congee in all of Seattle. I took her word for it since she loved the place so much. My portion of the line finally shrunk inside the door so I wasn't waiting outside like the other chumps now. As I stood inside, I felt darts and glares from a million eyes. Sure, this probably wasn't happening, as my friend even told me, "Suzie, you're not that important. No one is looking at you." It's just that the place is SO SMALL and they crammed so many people in there that all you feel is self-consciousness and and almost unbearable discomfort of being there. You're standing up in the middle of this 50'x50' dining space with about 20 people already dining and 10 people lined up along the middle of the floor. The waitresses all looked highly stressed and were doing their best to be friendly to ask waiting patrons to pardon them. This was understandable and excused. I would HATE to work where they work. We were offered menus while waiting for a seat to speed up the process. My friend and I did not accept this offer as we were so close to some of the other patrons that the flaps of the large laminated menu were slapping the heads of those sitting and eating. When we sat down and finally got our order in and our food, I go to take a sip of my tea. No one told me my tea was constantly held at a solid 700 degrees. My tongue, teeth, and lips were all scalded. Of course, this place is Hong Kong-styled and I'm assuming the tea is always served this hot. About 10 minutes later, we received our food. I ordered the chicken breast congee and my friend had the brisket and tripe wonton. I wasn't impressed with my order. Hers did look nice though. My congee was too thin to what I'm used to. I'm a Chinese girl born and raised in various parts of China. I know what the authentic congee looks like and what I'm used to. This was not right. Congee isn't supposed to be soupy. It's supposed to be thick with a consistency a bit thinner than oatmeal. Because the congee was so thin, it shows you how many orders they had in a day. The gluten in the rice was either not given a chance to expand because it was cooked in a hurry, or it was watered down. My friend's wonton soup looked AMAZING, however. It tasted pretty good too. I had to season my congee with soysauce and salt because it was served with no flavor. I almost forgot to mention the temperature similar to the tea. I was so eager to eat and get out of there so the other patrons had a chance to eat that I again cooked my whole mouth with how hot this congee was. Everything was okay. It wasn't good. $5.50 a bowl of congee is teetering the high end for me. Congee is normally $3-4 during any hour of dimsum and it even tastes better. Plus, the Chinese donut is free.

    (3)

  • Yl Z.

    This Cantonese food is the worst in the world, especially its services! There're a lot of left food inside!

    (1)

  • Minh V.

    I love Mike's... Love... love... luv it!!! Whenever I come to Seattle, Mike's Noodle House is a guaranteed pit stop. I don't know what they put in their congee, maybe a little crack or something, but it is the best thing in the world. When telling my friends about how incredible their congee is, they say its just rice porridge. But it's not just rice porridge, it's SUPER PORRIDGE!!! Also their steroids won tons are da bomb!!! I always order me some fish and kidney congee and dry beef brisket w/ wonton... MMmm... -1 star cuz there can be a crazy wait at times out the door...

    (4)

  • Joseph M.

    Heard great things about this place but honestly was underwhelmed.. Got the wonton and beef brisket soup along with a chinese donut. I didn't think it tasted any better than any other wonton soup and I donut seemed super greasy as well.

    (2)

  • Ronnie M.

    Now I know why people wait an hour for a seat in this tiny place. The noodle soup rocks! For years, I've searched all over town for the perfect soup with beef brisket and won tons and this year I found it at Mike's. They give you large, tender meaty chunks of brisket, not the thin slices other restaurants in Chinatown serve, and the wontons/sui gau are yummy. Oh, they only take cash so make sure you visit the ATM machine before dinner!

    (5)

  • Calvin T.

    Walked into Mike's Noodle House because I was in the mood for good wonton noodles and this place had a line going out the door. I was surprised to find that the wait actually wasn't as long as I expected, as they have a very good system for getting a party's order before seating them and then shuffling tables around to adapt to larger parties. Parents and I ordered the pork belly/clam congee, beef brisket & wonton noodle, and pork noodle in spicy suace. All three were excellent. The congee was flavorful (especially the pork belly) and hot, which helped warm me up instantly. The brisket/wonton soup noodle was solid and as good as I've ever had in the bay area. Lastly, the spicy sauce pork noodle was surprisingly unique due to the sauce being deliciously sticky and spicy. It went very well on top of some chewy, curly egg noodles. Even if you see a line, go in and wait. It's worth it.

    (4)

  • stan s.

    Best Wonton in Seattle!! Great Soup, and Congee...Can't go wrong with anything on the menu..Its all fresh and tasty. Good prices for Seattle. but always a wait... This little Dive reminds me of San Fran., but better.. English friendly..

    (5)

  • Linda H.

    This was one of the best, if not THE best, wonton noodle style soup I've had. I wish we have this restaurant here in L.A. where I live. I don't know of any noodle/porridge places in L.A. that can match up with this restaurant. The restaurant is small, but cozy. There was no wait when we got there around 6pm on a Friday night. Nothing feels better than a warm bowl of noodle soup/porridge on a rainy, cold day or when you're feeling sick.

    (4)

  • Kevin O.

    I have worked in the International District for over a year now so I have tried every noodle place in this area and Mikes Noodle is by far the best. I typically get the wonton and brisket and it is superb. The place is small so I typically get it to go. Be aware that this place is cash only so grab cash before you go. I'll be back!

    (4)

  • Quyen Q.

    No-fuss, fresh-authentic won-ton noodle soup. This is our default place if we're craving good won-ton noodle soup (which happens often). Both the won-tons and siu kau soup are great. The noodles taste home-made. And every congee I've tried was great, but I recommend the 1000yr-old-egg congee. And it's cheap! We haven't ventured on to the meat dishes... why, when you can just get siu-kau soup AND congee for just over $10! Warning: - they only accept Cash - there's usually a line going out the door (even at 3pm), but it goes fast since they serve you fast - expect Chinese style service (i.e. you have to get their attention if you need something) - it's a tiny place so they sometimes ask you to share your table with strangers If you can live with all that, you're in for best piping-hot bowl of slurping goodness in Seattle.

    (5)

  • M S.

    This place is absolutely fantastic. I've been going here for a few years & I still consider it the best noodle house. But I admit I haven't been here since moving north to Lynnwood, & have been going to Wonton Noodle House in Edmonds since it's closer to my place. So this review is based on my memories & as the standard that I use for all other noodle/wonton soup places. At any rate, I've had just about everything on the menu except for maybe 3 or 4 items & it's ALL been tasty & savory. I've never had a meal there that I found disappointing, or lacking. It can be really crowded on weekends & I know that can bug some people since you can find absolute strangers placed at your table while your eating. But hey it's a small place & I go there for the food, not the ambience of a fine dining experience. Besides if you have ever traveled to anywhere in Southeast Asia & eaten at a place like this you know that's normal. Additionally the food is not only tasty, but also filling & affordable!

    (4)

  • Keya O.

    Favorite menus are number 8-12. The place is sooo small and warm probably good in winter. Their noodles are delicious!

    (4)

  • Linh H.

    The wait can be long on weekend morning/afternoons, but it's well worth it. I love the noodles in broth with siu kau and wontons. They must put crack in the soup to make it so good and addicting. I went through Mike's Noodle House withdrawls last year after having their noodles for the first time and then not going back for a while. Cheap, delicious, and great for a cold day!

    (5)

  • Christine N.

    Let me just emphasize, if you eat here, order, eat, savor, pay your bill, leave a tip, smile and wave to the noodle lady behind the window and leave. Don't sit there and have a philosophical debate while people are waiting in the cold or rain. Small asian restaurant etiquette. Get the wonton and beef brisket noodle dry or wet with the wide egg noodles, rock cod and liver congee, the Chinese broccoli and and order of the donuts for the congee. For the serious eaters, get the liver, kidney, tripe plate and dip it in that ginger soy sauce. Again, this place has tables that can fit 2-4 people. NOT 7,8,9,10. Oh, offer to share that seat next to you before the waiter puts that next person in line there anyway. You'll look cool and have good karma. Eating with strangers is fun. Share the plate of gingered organs.

    (5)

  • Mike L.

    Noodle soups are pretty good. We had the canton noodles that were tasty. The dumplings are also really good; they are big compared to other noodle places. The congee is also amazing. Small place, and the place was packed when i went with a group of 5. Staff accomodating. Definitely check this place out if you're around the area.

    (5)

  • Kris R.

    Like many places in the international district, Mike's Noodle House does not take credit cards. Food: Fish Ball and Beef Ball Noodle Soup, Chinese donut, bok choy w/ oyster sauce. Cleanliness is good, speed of service was good, quality of food was good, waitress attentiveness is good, portion size was good, cost was good. I'd give it a 5, but it really didn't stand out in any way. I really liked my Fish Ball and Beef Ball noodle soup, but thought the congee my girlfriend ordered was mediocre at best. Still, I really liked this place, and I'd definitely go back and order the same thing again, as long as I remember to hit an ATM first.

    (4)

  • Harry W.

    I have tried many of their Congee dishes, but there are too many of them to try everything. So I have decided to write a review for you to decide which one is your favorite dish. My wife and I usually call ahead of time to order and then pick up to eat at home. It is great way to enjoy great hot food with the comforts of home. Highly recommend doing so for Friday or Saturday nights. I also love the Chinese Churro (aka chinese donuts), it goes with any dish.

    (5)

  • Annie A.

    I am someone who thought they'd had authentic Asian cuisine until I was introduced to Mike's. Since then, I can't stop going back. Other than the fact that the place is fairly tiny and so popular the line often goes out the door, it is the ideal place to catch delicious food. Their wonton soup is a MUST and I can't get enough of their noodles! It's also nice to have a full view of the kitchen. It's cool to watch them prep & cook while you wait.

    (4)

  • pete h.

    Love this place for a quick meal. This place makes awesome spicy pork noodles and the congee was good. There is always a wait for this place but it's well worth it. They only take cash though, so if you don't got any Andrew Jacksons, go to the ATM first! Bank of America is one block west!

    (5)

  • John T.

    My favorite place and still is the only place i love to eat at in Seattle. Shouldn't that be all that is needed to be said about the place? of course not, but let me tell you the noodles here are so good. Even when i compare it to the bay area and what we have this is still a better place. If you don't like soup, get the noodles and beef. oh such tender pieces of beef with a stewy sauce all over egg noodles how yummy. Of course i'd get both since i'm a pig. Nothing like wonton or siu kau (dumplings) as a comfort food. Thank you Mike.. is there even a mike here though it was all ladies working when i went. But yes thank you Mike for the only meal that keeps us talking about how good it was to be in Seattle.

    (5)

  • Vicky J.

    What I like about you! You hold me tight! We got here on a weeknight around 8, or something. And there was no line, and several open tables. The place is cozy, and small, but not too small to the point where you feel like you're the only one in there, and the owner is watching you eat to make sure you enjoy their food. We ordered the chicken and fermented egg congee and the chinese donuts to share. This was my first congee experience and I now kind of love it and have been craving it ever since. I really get why they call it comfort food and a hangover remedy. The donuts were ordered by my friend, and honestly, we could've done without them. We didn't really know what they were, and they were tasty, but didn't really go well with the congee. But why would it? It's a dessert! Me and my stupid non-Chinese ethnicity! I'm like six different ethnicities and Chinese couldn't be one of them?! Geez. Also, I love tea, and I love getting it without having to ask for it. Soothes the tummy like no other. What what. --- And now after talking to my Chinese friend, I found out that the donuts are supposed to go into the congee. Yummmm. I should've followed my gut and done it. Good food, fast service, fun people, nice prices. This place was yum, and I want to come here again.

    (4)

  • Cat A.

    i feel like I'm in my hometown of San Francisco when I eat here. Almost. When Just Won Ton is no longer a few blocks from me, I find my heart calling out to Mike's noodle house. Get the braised beef and noodle with won ton. Also get the chinese broccoli. There are some dishes I could do without, but their main specialty is the noodles. yeahhhh

    (5)

  • Jason C.

    Probably the best noodle shop in our chinatown. No really, when you focus on something specific, you better be damn good, or else you're going outta business. This place has been open for a few years now, and ever since it opened up, it's been popular as ever. Practically any kind of Cantonese style noodle you want, you can get here. Any noodle soups, lo mein, and even congee to boot. It's all good here. My only, and very minor, complaint, is that they've gradually raised the prices... and I'm not sure I appreciate that... lol. Well, maybe b/c in my mind, I think noodles should be cheap, period. (maybe i just secretly wish that there were more cheaper ones like in HK) But really, their prices aren't that bad. Other than that, it's always friggin PACKED. If you come during the lunch rush, be prepared to wait for a table! Worth the wait! Go try it!

    (5)

  • Steven F.

    Fast service and great food. I tried the pork belly congee with a Chinese donut on the side. Not a huge fan of congee but it was good. Also had the beef brisket and wonton bowl. Had the smaller size bowl and that was perfect for lunch.

    (4)

  • Jun W.

    it looks shabby on the outside but trust me once you walk past the air vent. that vaporized noodle broth will whisk you right in! My favorite is the wonton and sui gau noodle soup. wontons and sui kaus are dumplings with delicious pork/shrimp fillings. The congees (rice soup/porridge) are also very good! try these with chinese donuts. Wanting veggies? Try the chinese broccolli, it's a hearty tender stem veggie. Oh and the Ong choi (sorta like spinach with a crunchy hollow stem) served with a fermented soy bean sauce. I know fermented sounds scary. but cheese and lotsa dairy products are cultured too!

    (5)

  • Gregory L.

    I love this place because it reminds me of my home of 15+ years ago in Toronto, Canada. The noodles, wontons, vegetables, and various meats are ALWAYS flavorful. This is the ONLY place I know of in Washington where I can get a somewhat genuine wonton style experience. (Anyone else with suggestions let me know) The Broth - 4 Stars: One of the most important things in a soup noodle dish. Although I quite often order dry noodles, I enjoy eating with the broth every time as it is darker and more rich in flavor. All other restaurants that attempt broth (Though they do not specialize in it) are rather watery and bland. Perhaps its the pinch of MSG or the globules of beef fat that float to the top that make it so declicious. Everything that rests in their soup is hot and satisfactory. I typically have to travel to Vancouver or Toronto Canada to find this kind of taste. The Noodles - 4 Stars: Their egg noodles are overall pretty good. I honestly have no idea what makes a good chinese egg noodle good but the consistency is great. There's little black spots in the noodle that keep it from being a perfectly yellow bundle of string, just like the Canadian or other good noodle houses have. Maybe it's bad and dirty LOOL!! Maybe it's pepper. I don't know but I could easily finish a bowl exclusively of noodle and broth. Shrimp Wonton - 4 Stars: The wonton skin and meat tastes great and also reminds me of home. SOMETIMES you can tell the shrimp isn't perfectly fresh with a slight fishy taste. This can be considered an okay indicator as they're made by hand and aren't frozen, allowing the raw seafood to 'go' a little bit. =-D Beef Brisket - 3.5 Stars: I wish it would be more consistent. I expect a good brisket to be extra fatty and tender enough to fall apart upon clasping of my chopsticks. My father mentions that it is sometimes tougher and overcooked which I have experienced. When it's done right however, it's bliss. Chicken - 3.5 Stars: It's boiled to an off-white. I typically don't get chicken but I tried a friend's bowl who always gets chicken in his orders and it tastes good. My Bread-n-Butter Order: 5 Stars: Beef Brisket Lo Mein with Wonton +Extra Green Onion This is is a dry egg noodle dish served on a long plate with brisket and choy topped with a quality oyster sauce. My wontons are ordered separately and rest in a bowl of broth. My way of eating wonton was instilled into me because of a perfect execution of this dish in Toronto, Canada, but Mike's Noodles comes pretty close. I can control the amount of brothy wetness on my noodle and I can concentrate on the solid foods without the flavors and oyster sauce getting washed away in a bowl of soup. Pros: Great, geuine flavors, CHEAP. Easy to get away satisfied for under $6-8 after tip. Cons: Freshness of shrimp occasionally inconsistent. Brisket can be overcooked and not fatty enough. When it gets busy, it gets CROWDED!! They have no shame in making you share tables with strangers which isn't too big of a deal.

    (4)

  • Joyce J.

    An ok noodle house that is not particularly memorable. I may visit again to renew my impression of it, as so many people seem to like it.

    (3)

  • Alton K.

    Pretty much as good as cantonese noodle and congee gets. Incredible value too. Wish they would stayl open later.

    (5)

  • Glo F.

    Beef stew wonton noodle soup with boiled Chinese broccoli and oyster sauce....the perfect meal after a long day of sightseeing in Seattle....well, almost. We got a little tummy ache after our meal. Why the four stars (I have a sensitive stomach) and because it was good stuff, the noodle could have been a bit more bite to it, the broth and the stew was good. The wonton was ok but the skin color was a deep yellow which means to much food coloring in the dough....bad. Comfort food for us and perfect for the cool Seattle weather, yes, even in August. The service like any Chinese restaurant is the same everywhere....they take your order, serve you, and hopefully give you the bill. They pretty much leave you alone. The place is small, plainly decorated, but have a decent food selection, looks like the local come here after work to eat before heading home. Come early to get the better seats, it can get crowded during peak lunch or dinner hours.

    (4)

  • YeeSin C.

    This place is all about their food, not their service. If you are looking for good service, you have to go somewhere else. If you are looking for some authentic noodles and congee, this is THE place!! I walked by there so many times, and always captured by the aroma coming from this restaurant. I just had to follow my nose and try this place out! It tastes just as good! My 4 year old daughter almost finished up the whole bowl of noodle all by herself!

    (4)

  • Jenn C.

    Mike's Noodle House is my favorite congee place of all time. This teeny but very clean and Cantonese hole in the wall is my comfort food! I usually get the kombucha squash and chinese mustard green congee + century old egg. The steamed Chinese broccoli is always cooked to just the right tenderness. Worth the wait if there's a line since tables rotate pretty quickly!

    (5)

  • ira g.

    If you are looking for a good hot meal in a rainy cold weather, you should go to no other than Mike's Noodle House. They serve good congee from Pumpkin congee or Taro congee to the traditional route of preserved Egg and pork Congee. Be sure to have them with Chinese doughnut too! Their noodle dishes are also very good. the price is very affordable. They only accept CASH. The place is pretty tiny and it's always crowded in the morning, afternoon or weekend.

    (5)

  • Aly M.

    From the authentic perspective, the broth is tasty and the food is a nice bargain. From my perspective, it was too salty and too fishy. My b/f got the #1 soup (wonton) and I got #36 which had noodles and wontons separated from the broth. He liked it, but I didn't like the taste. The service was decent and the bathroom was clean.

    (3)

  • Tiffany A.

    The food was good but the beef brisket was so fatty it was virtually inedible. I may come back and try something else, but I doubt it. The broccoli was perfect and I wish I ordered dumplings. They looked delicious.

    (3)

  • Izzy H.

    I went here years ago before their remodel. When I went in again, I was surprised to see all the changes. Their food hasn't changed at all though - which is a good thing. Its definitely more Asian oriented, so if you may be a little wishy-washy or hesitant to see things like pig tummy, livers or anything else like that - I may think twice about coming in here and ordering the combos. However, if you're adventurous - please start by taking the plunge here. I didn't like the noodles. At all. But that would mostly be because I despise the thin thin thin Hong Kong style noodles. So that isn't so much their fault as it is mine. The soup is lightly flavored and more sweet than it is salty. But that can be easily rendered by the mini assortment of sauces they have on each table. But the congee? Oh goodness, I adore the congee. And please, get them with some Chinese Fried Donuts!! The congee is light, savory with a hint of saltiness. Its perfect for a rainy day, a cold or when you just want something light. Its small, and usually crowded. The service is fast and efficient, but never friendly. They take your order, probably never refill your tea, give you your food and leave you alone until you request for a check. And - just a note, they are CASH only.

    (4)

  • Tony R.

    Met up with a friend for lunch today and was glad we got there at 11:30am because once it got closer to noon, gads of people started to roll through and not get tables. The restaurant is small but very clean and the service was above average for a restaurant in the ID. I dropped my chopstick and didn't have to ask, new ones were brought almost instantly. My friend and I each ordered a soup and got separate small bowls so we could split each of them, and I'm glad we did because hers was far superior to mine. We got congee with beef and thousand year egg as well as wonton and beef brisket soup. While the wonton soup was good and the beef was break apart with a spoon tender, the noodles didn't meet my expectations as being as good as folks on Yelp said. The congee, however, rocked my face off and I have to admit, I've never met a congee I enjoyed without having to add tons of hot sauce. The congee was perfectly seasoned, and the meat and green onions were very tasty. I enjoyed the fact that the congee didn't have the slightly mucusy texture that many I've had seem to have. The soup was knock my socks off delicious and I may actually go out of my way for some Mike's congee moving forward. Our bill came to $12 and we both had half a soup ball leftover, so I recommend splitting one bowl if you go with someone as it is pretty sufficient unless you're starving.

    (4)

  • Toby X.

    The Pi Dan Shou Rou porridge is amazing with You Tiao! Price is low.

    (4)

  • Dong L.

    I only had try their beef brisket and wonton noodle a few dozen times. Comparing to my mom's wonton, they have no chance. but comparing to the restaurant down the street. Mikes has better wonton and beef brisket but the other place has better noodle. I had to give a five star bcuz I know michael personally, so this is a bias rating. Also, they take cash only, and they just remodel the place back in the spring, in which it looks way better than it used to.

    (5)

  • Winnie L.

    My friends highly recommend wonton noodle soup at the Mike's Noodle House who like eating out a lot and they are from Hong Kong. I thought they should have tried the authentic style of wonton noodle soup. However, my first visit was not impressive. Service - I arrived at 2ish in afternoon and there were 3-4 tables of people. I had been waiting for 10mins for a bowl of beef brisket & wonton noodle soup. Food - They use the westernized wonton wrap that is thicker and bigger. The size of wonton was big but I could hardly find shrimp in it. The noodles were tend towards to the soggy side. The soup base is just so-so. Price - Not bad at all. about $6 for small; $7 for big I saw people were eating congee and Chinese donut. If I go back, I would try those instead. If you are looking for authentic wonton noodle soup, this is not the place that would satisfy your wonton noodle soup craving.

    (3)

  • Nick V.

    Best won-ton noodle/sui gau/congee place in the Seattle Metro area. I've experimented with a few other places, but this is it. You like won-ton mein? Congee? Go here. I usually get take-out only.

    (5)

  • Flora C.

    Overprice but this is almost the only "decent" won ton noodle house in Seattle. Too bad. There beef brisket used to be good. It's too sweet now and lost the original flavor. This is an in and out joint. If you don't eat fast or get out when you are done, they will signal you. Cash only with below average service.

    (3)

  • Chet F.

    Looked this place up on Yelp and was super stoked for some delish noodles. We patiently waited and waited for our seat in the small little joint with nothing of a waiting area. Everyone has such great reviews, but I can not say I was that impressed. I thought we did a good job of dissecting the menu and trying to figure out what everyone else around us ordered, and went from there. It was good, but I just expected more flavor. Is that the way it is? Not a big flavor punch like Vietnamese food? I will be back for a round 2 and hopefully a Yelp update.

    (3)

  • Nhung D.

    Hands down the best noodle/congee place in Seattle. I have tried their rock rod congee and it's super delicious, they give you lots of fish too! Their pork and dry oyster congee is another winner. The pork is very flavorful and the oysters are oh so yummy! Another great option is their wonton soup. The wonton is filled with lots of meat and shrimp, so you can actually taste the filling, not like other places who are stingy on the meat. They only except cash like many other places in the international district which is inconvenient and the service really depends on how they are feeling that day. Sometimes I get good service, but the last time I went they were very rude to us.

    (5)

  • elsa f.

    Catch a whiff in this little noodle house of wonderful authenticity. It is busy, the kitchen is steaming, the minimal staff is efficient, and they actually find a moment to smile at you. They did not blink at our request to switch my string egg noodles to flat egg noodles, nor was there a hiccup to add pork to my beau's wonton noodle soup. Their wontons are flavorful and quite possible one of the best I could remember. The brisket pieces in the beef brisket wonton flat noodle soup were a bit fatty, but that comes with the territory. The rich flavorful broth was worth it. I was a little sad they didn't have ong choy available even though it was listed on the menu. The waitress says it wasn't in season, so I guess that's okay.

    (4)

  • Terence Y.

    This is one of the best places for congee and noodles in Seattle's International District and I return to this place time and time again. Casual environment, quick service and very reasonable prices are some of the pluses. During peak lunch/dinner times, it could get rather crowded as the restaurant is very small. A bowl of congee, noodles, and vegetables, costing about $20, would be enough for two people (unless you are a big eater). Don't expect great waiter/waitress service. Essentially, they just take your order, put the food on your table and give you the bill. They might refill your tea if they aren't too busy.

    (4)

  • Craig V.

    Yum! We go here all of the time and it's by far the best noodle / won ton / congee place within several hundred miles (Richmond BC, San Francisco, or Hong Kong being the next closest). Expect to wait in the line that goes out the door and expect that you might have to share a table with strangers if you go with less than 2 additional people.

    (4)

  • Nemesis T.

    Finally tried this restaurant after a good friend highly recommended it since last year! The congee was even BETTER than I expected - big bowls of FRESH, thick congee loaded with goodies and fresh veggies in addition to what we ordered: I had the clam congee and my husband had the fish. We were going to get more but were so full we had to 'salivate' and save a next time for their freshly made wontons and dumplings (we saw the ladies making them in the restaurant). Too bad they're not easy for 'take out' or we would've loaded up! Super reasonable price too for the servings and rich, fresh ingredients! Can't wait to go back again!

    (5)

  • Alex T.

    Always busy, and the servers wants you out, but the food is always ridiculously good. When I'm in need of pei dan sau yok jok, or congee with century eggs/pork, this is the place to go. Everything on the menu is delicious. Lines can be long, so get there early, and this restaurant is kind of Hong Kong style, meaning: eat your food, enjoy it, and get out so more people can eat more delicious food. Suffice it to say, the servers aren't the kindest people, but it's because they're always busy, and hey, if my stomach is happy, I don't care. Prices are good.

    (4)

  • Cass C.

    their wonton noodle soup reminds me of my hometown. it is the best wonton in town

    (5)

  • Sonya L.

    I'm not really sure what to think of Mike's Noodle House. I went with my friend, who was raving about how much she loved the place and how great all the food was. She has (admittedly) better taste than me when it comes to several things (fashion, design, etc), so I assumed it would be a relatively nice place. I went in assuming I would like it. However, when I walked in, I was rather startled to find a cramped, small dining area with few tables and people waiting to be seated crammed in every available corner by the door. I suppose it's good that the place is very popular, but it was awkward, as the door swings inward, making it nearly impossible to get inside or move when people come in and out. Luckily, we were seated fairly quickly and we began to look over the menu. We had seen a gentleman eating a thick type of noodle, so the two of us both wanted that since we thought it looked delicious. However, when we tried to explain to the waitress that we wanted the thicker noodles (their stand-by noodle appears to be very very thin [think the thickness of a piece of hair] egg noodles), there was some sort of confusion and we ended up getting the thin noodles instead. While they were good, they weren't what we wanted, so were we a bit displeased. Overall, my soup was very good though (chicken with noodles). My friend had the wonton and squid-ball noodle soup, from which she gave me a wonton. Inside were shrimp and some other sort of meat. I took a bite and thought, "This is great! The shrimp is delicious!" However, I then took another bite and was met with a loud crunch, which almost had the consistency of sand, leading me to believe the shrimp was not cleaned enough. That was pretty disappointing and gross... Another thing I found very odd and rather offsetting was the fact that they will seat people with total strangers. There was a man who was eating alone at the restaurant, at a table with two chairs. When the waitresses seated another man who was alone, they put him with the first man. How awkward is that?? If I was alone I would not want to sit with a complete stranger. And if I was the person eating, I wouldn't really want someone to join me! I thought that was a rather odd and poor choice by the waitress. But by reading other reviews, it's clear that this was not a one time thing...it's, in fact, rather typical. There are a few good things about this place, though. The food is clearly authentic and well-liked by many, as was evident by the number of people in the restaurant when we visited. The prices are very inexpensive and you get a lot of food for the money. The restaurant also seemed very clean, which is a plus. Overall, I was not very impressed with Mike's Noodle House. I wanted to like it, but the cons just outweighed the pros. It's not a terrible place, but I certainly won't be making the trek down to the International District again just to go to this restaurant.

    (3)

  • Jeff K.

    Sounders Pregame!! Fortunately, this wasn't the game they got their ass kicked. It was just the one where they blew it and ended up with a tie. I had a regular size bowl of beef brisket and sui gao wonton noodle soup. It was hearty and filling, and helps when the girlfriend can't finish all of hers. =D. Maybe the only thing, the ONLY THING, I'd have against the place is that it's really busy and you just gotta be lucky.

    (4)

  • Chris S.

    Tiny place, only takes cash, closes too early. And still, yes please. For Asians, this is soul food. It's not overly complicated, it's not fancy, but it's not expensive. It's comforting and delicious. The prices are Asian-parents approved. As in, they won't pitch a fit if you spend $24 to feed 3 people.

    (4)

  • Jason C.

    The best noodle house in Seattle. Let's being with the service. It's above average for a Chinese restaurant. Normally in a Chinese restaurant you almost never have them refill your water, EVEN if you ask them to. This place when you ask them to refill, they will at least not ignore you. The service is also pretty fast. Food came out almost as fast as it took us to decide what we wanted to eat. On to the dining area. It is pretty small restaurant. There is almost always a line, no matter what time you get there. I ate there today at 4PM and there was a few people waiting. If you show up with a group of people(more than 4) expect to wait a long time for a table. On the plus side, if you are waiting, you can order the food before your seated and when you are seated, the food comes out within minutes. Also, there is a huge window so you can see the kitchen, which is pretty nice to know what is your kitchen staff is doing. FOOD!!!! I want to start by saying that not many restaurants NOT use MSG. This place is one of those places that doesn't use MSG and you can tell when you leave and you don't need to guzzle down water ever 10 minutes. The soup is amazing and the noodle is bomb. They only have 3 type of food there. Soup noodles, dry noodles, and con-gee. They pretty much have 8 ingredients that they mix and match with those 3 things. Wonton, Sui Kau, Black chicken(yum), tofu, veggie, beef and beef tendons and a few others I forget. Pretty much pick your combo. This place is cheap. 2 meals and an appetizer is under 20 dollars + tax + tip. The downside is that they only take cash. Its probably that cheap because of this. Overall this place is a must to try out at least once. You won't be sorry.

    (5)

  • Office M.

    The food was good, I love beef brisket and I left satisfied that I had a great place to come back to... NOW thirty minutes later, the MSG is giving me headaches, and my spine feels stiff.

    (2)

  • Patrick L.

    They're known for their congee, and it's probably the best around. If you like rice porridge, this is the place to go.

    (4)

  • Dave C.

    Noodles were good. Place is clean and prices were comparable. Service is okay. They forgot 1 of 4 dishes and it wasn't until we raised it that they noticed it was missing (never mind that we were told the last order is coming). Even after we said something we had to inquire again to confirm because the 4th one was taking a bit long. ... It was busy, it happens. Location is good right in Chinatown however the dining area is a bit small so plan on waiting a little. Overall the quality of the food is good and prices reasonable. Sure, I'll go again but will probably avoid it on certain days like weekends. The wait is no problem, but waiting for both table & food with 2 younger kids can be a bit much. Food was good. Thumbs up!

    (4)

  • Geo S.

    We walked around Seattle and ventured over to China Town, in the international district. We were looking for a place to eat, and saw a line coming from Mike's noodle house (it's always a good sign when you see people waiting to eat a any particular restaurant). Since we arrived around noon, we waited about 10-15 minutes for a seat. It was pretty crowded, but well worth the wait. The waitress took our order while we were waiting for a seat, so when we finally sat down, it was only a minute or so, before we got our food. I had the wanton, beef brisket noodle soup. It was good. My partner had the white fish congee. We split the baby bok-choy in oyster sauce and this was one of the best vegetable appetizers I have ever had. Instead of water, they serve hot green tea which was really good. Everything about this establishment was great (except the wait to be seated). Two thumbs up and five stars.

    (5)

  • Katie A.

    I'm slowly working my way through the 'big time noodle shops' in Seattle, and Mike's Noodle house was next on the list. We stopped by around 7pm last night and immediately snagged a table in front. The place was busy, but not packed so the service was prompt enough. We were brought tea and menus almost immediately and just a few short minutes later, were revisited by the waitress who took our orders. I had the wontons with noodles and vegetables. My dining companion had the wonton noodle soup. The big bowls arrived a few short minutes later and we dug in. While I wasn't completely in love with my dish, it was still pretty good. The wontons were flavorful and the bok choy was tasty, I just think I prefer rice noodles instead of egg noodles in soup. The bill was a little over $12 for two bowls and two hot HOT cups of soup, which was quite a steal since the portions were big. Nice service and zero ambiance, unless you count the George Winston playlist. For George, I add a star. Yes, it's true.. I'm a big fan of the pianist.. and the wonton.

    (3)

  • Winnie S.

    This is not your everyday cuponoodle. The noodles are tender and the beef brisket is legit!! The wontons are scrumptious as well. We also had the tripe, kidney and Liver which was simple and delicious, especially with soy sauce it comes with. Their gai lan (chinese broccoli) is pretty good too, but you cant really screw that one up. This place would have gotten a five if they had better service. Waiting wasn't an issue, but the hostesses are freaking rude!! If you don't care about service and is just looking for a good bowl of noodles, I highly recommend this place. Great alternative to pho!! PS. CASH only and finding street parking sucks.

    (4)

  • Crispina T.

    I believe this is the best noodle house in Seattle. I love their Sui Kau and Wonton with egg noodle. Although the place is always packed, it is well worth the wait. I am definately a returning customer especially when you are dying for noodles.

    (4)

  • CY L.

    Always crowded, prepare to wait for your table, not too long though. The suikau noodle soup is really good.

    (4)

  • Eugene O.

    A friend recommended Mike's Noodle House. The name itself is a great attention getter - you don't hear a restaurant with "Mike's" in it in the ID, so I was intrigued. Service was quick: quick to take our order, quick to take our food and quick to take our money. The food was fair, though my noodles had an ammonia odor (typical of noodles simmering in tap water where the natural ammonia concentrates). It's a common problem, so I won't blame Mike's for it. But nonetheless, I got through it okay after my sense of smell decreased a bit. Prices were very reasonable and the food was hot to their credit ;-) For a quick eat, I'd say check it out and give it a shot. It might not be your cup of tea, but then again, it might be.

    (3)

  • Veronica S.

    After much anticipation and 1 failed attempt, we finally got into Mike's. I had congee, and the boys had beef noodle soup. The congee is not as good as Homestyle HK (aka Lai Lai) and the serving size is smaller. The you-tiao was cold. I also thought the beef noodle soup was way too salty. The boys loved it though. The servers' attitude may be part of the charm of this little place, but I could do without it.

    (3)

  • T.J. S.

    What's not to love about Mike's? It's cramped, it's cash only, and if you come in near closing time the help _will_ shoo you away. But....no kidding....it's some of the best noodles you'll ever have in Seattle. We had 2 each beef brisket noodle soups and 1 congee with mixed meats. Even got some Chinese donuts! The beef was cooked to a tender perfection with yummy tendon. Wontons swam with the noodles in some of the most heavenly beef broth that has ever made it past my soup coolers! There was cheering and applause everytime we opened our mouths to take in the warming goodness. We remarked that the food might even taste better on a cold winter day.....if that's at all possible. Be prepared for awesome food, bring cash, and don't sit next to the door. The line of hungry customers will form and they just might get the bright idea to dine and dash with your bowl!!

    (5)

  • Iris M.

    Mike's Noodle House is definitely one of the best cheap eats in Seattle. Keep in mind it is cash only. My friend and I arrived during the lunch rush today and there were no tables available. We didn't mind sitting with strangers so we were teamed up with another duo and then seated immediately. This happens quite often at this restaurant. When I was first introduced to Mike's, I was so addicted to these noodles that I had to eat there at least once a week. Going solo, I was teamed up with other solo eaters. Sometimes four to a table, but eventually one of these solo strangers and I became acquainted and we sat together if we saw each other in line. Today, my friend and I both had the Wonton and Beef Brisket Noodle Soup. The broth was very flavorful, the brisket extremely tender and rich, and the wontons were very fresh and super yummy. The check for two small, but filling noodle bowls was just under $13. I recommend going before or after the lunch time if you can because you definitely feel rushed to eat here. My friend's son loves this place too. Kids usually don't like veggies, but they seem to like noodles and most of the noodle dishes here don't have any veggies in them. Overall, the service is fast, the restaurant is clean, and the dishes are really tasty and cheap.

    (4)

  • Christine C.

    my favoritest place to get congee or noodles!!! cash only. they don't really have anything over $6-7 on their menu (awesome) and the place is super small. they are quick about table turnover and getting food out fast so i've never waited more than 10 min even when there's a couple parties in front of me. my favorites to order here are: preserved egg & pork congee, jah-jiang mien (spicy minced pork over noodles, no soup), beef brisket & wonton noodles (don't expect magic, but it is still better than average) , and gailan. we usually order like that and go family style so we get to have a little bit of all the yummy food. those who are feeling super adventurous-- their tripe is the BEST i've probably had. super crunchy and clean. it comes with ginger and a yummy soy sauce dip on the side and if i ever were to get anyone to try tripe for the first time, this would be the place to try. fast service, cheap, yummy, & always piping hot-- perfect for glummy seattle weather, especially if you're all tapped out on pho

    (5)

  • Morganna N.

    Great noodle and congee (chinese rice porridge) place for the price-per-plate! You can get a ton of food, share it with friends or family, leave happily stuffed and not feel like you've been injected with 8000 mg of MSG! Woohoo! This is one of my favorite Chinese breakfast/ brunch/ and lunch places. They make all of their wontons themselves, their chinese veggies taste fresh, and their noodle soups are always delicious. Only downside is that they don't accept cash (like many places in the ID) and there is quite often a 10-15min wait for a table, but as long as you go prepared you'll definitely be in for a flavorful and worthwhile experience.

    (4)

  • Lucie L.

    LOVE IT. Service is wonderful, food prices can't get any better, and their food is amazing. I had the pork congee today with a fresh egg cooked into it and it was PERFECT. I just had it 10 hours ago and I am craving it again... Definitely going back soon!

    (5)

  • Zac S.

    We decided from the yelp reviews that this would be a place to try. There were 3 of us and no one was impressed in any way. We had 2 different soups a cod dish and a noodle dish that was recommended by 2 waitresses. The food was so-so, actually bland and uninteresting. The service was ok but unhelpful when asked about different dishes. We asked another waitress and it was the same. On a cold day the door opens and fills the place with a chill and making a relaxed dinner uncomfortable to hang out for long. There are better places in the ID like the Kau Kau right around the corner.

    (2)

  • Chrissy r.

    My husband had a bowl of soup, that he said was awful (he didn't finish it). I wasn't hungry, and ordered just a glass of diet coke - which they told me they didn't have. (they said they only have regular coca-cola, no diet. i didn't believe the lady - i mean what kind of restaurant doesn't have diet cola, and only has regular? i've never heard of such a thing).

    (2)

  • Cynthia L.

    Authentic! Great Beef noodle broth!

    (4)

  • Allan L.

    I like it. I make it a semi tradition to go there at least once a month (usually on Sunday). Their won ton noodle soup with beef is excellent and their boiled liver and tripe is fantastic ( I get it everytime). The last time I went was let me think... yesterday and there was, of course, a line to get seated but it didn't take too long. I'll definitely be going back soon. There was something that did shock me while eating their, something that I have never witnessed before. Yesterday at around 2PM, what I presume to be a homeless lady came into the restaurant and attempted to steal money from the tip jar at the back counter.. She managed to run through the restaurant and out the door while three or four chinese workers clung onto her until they finally tackled her down to the floor outside at the next building. Pretty shocking to watch this whole thing.. and it is a shame that NON of the men (except a young asian man who went outside to help) who were there did a single thing while the ladies were risking their safey to stop this thief.

    (4)

  • Shari d.

    One gray Seattle afternoon my co-workers and I made our way to Chinatown to eat dim sum. When we arrived at Jade Garden we found the line way too long for our liking so we decided to walk around and see what was in the area. A gal I was with said that she was craving won ton soup so we all packed into Mike's Noodle House. It is on the small side but there was plenty of room for us. We all ordered won ton noodle soup with the exception of one person who ordered the brisket. When the dish arrived I found the soup to be a little bit on the salty side but I am not going to really fault them for that because I am really sensitive to salt. The won tons were AWESOME!! Obviously hand made. At $5 a bowl it can't be beat!!!! My co-workers thoroughly enjoyed their meals as well and we all left satisfied. I would highly recommend this place if you are looking for a hot bowl of soup that will satisfy the soul..

    (4)

  • M C.

    My loyalties since I've been to Seattle has been to Canton Wonton House. As guility as it makes me feel, i made the switch. The wonton are full, made of real shrimp and pork. Simply to die for!!! Service = Decent Ambiance = always busy! good sign of quality food Food = This is what i get (wonton and sui gao with side of beef brisket) there! I also go with wide egg noodle, that's a personal preference Price = $ Crowd = Asians Favorite = Everything I've tried has been right on Worst = Line? maybe Meal for two = 25, the beef brisket is pricey Final Say = Top 10 noodle place!

    (5)

  • Hera P.

    Don't let the name fool you! This is,hands down, the best noodle house in Seattle. They make the best broth and this what makes good noodle. We always come here before a Seahawks game... and boy it is always crowded. Our favorite are the sui gau noodle and the beef brisket and wonton noodles.

    (5)

  • Helen M.

    I have cravings about this place on a pretty regular basis. I usually get the wonton and sui kau rice noodles but I was feeling like some congee this last time. I ended up getting the preserved egg and pork congee and I was not disappointed. The flavors were a perfect blend and you could tell it was the kind that they make early in the morning and not a last minute rush kind of congee. It is definitely home congee away from home. The only thing that keeps this from getting 5 stars is that the service isn't the best. I'm someone who likes to drink a lot of tea but we only get one tiny cup for the entire time we sit there. This has happened on many occasions and I've only experienced one time where we got a refill on our tea. It's not enough of an annoyance to deter me from going there again, but just be prepared to need to get a beverage afterwards.

    (4)

  • Kathy s.

    Hands down one of the best noodle houses on the west coast. Small little place with less than 20 tables. Great Congee, and wonton noodles around, better than home cooking, unless you have time to make the noodles from scratch. It's awsome!!!

    (5)

  • Eneri S.

    Service was quick. The tendon with rice noodle was out of this world! And all for less than $7.

    (5)

  • Katie F.

    Must try *** their wonton noodle is wonderful !!! This place is clean n tidy.

    (4)

  • Kelly H.

    MMMMMmmm... this place is GOOD! the wonton noodles are decent... but i really like their congee.... they do pork liver congee right!!! couldn't help be come here twice on my weekend vacation in seattle!

    (4)

  • Christine S.

    I felt a little sick after I ate here. I had the "Chinese Churro' donut and it was really really oily. The donuts weren't sweet--just oily. I also had the wonton noodles. I ate all the wontons--they were okay. The noodles were oily. I felt like I had overdosed on grease when I left this place. I couldn't finish the noodles--the portion was really big so I took the leftover noodles and ate them later cold while I was waiting for the bus downtown and I was starving. I had just recovered from the tummy ache I had from eating there in the first place but I thought I would try it again just in case it was a fluke. Again, eating just a small amount of those oily noodles made me queasy. I could visualize the droplets of grease floating in my bloodstream. I gave the remains to my dogs who seemed quite happy to get them.

    (2)

  • Dennis M.

    This place is cheap, delicious and always busy. Expect a wait and tight seating (sometimes you could be seated with a complete stranger. Don't come here for great service, ambiance or spacious surroundings. My personal favorites are the wontons, noodle soup with beef brisket and the congee. Variety is amazing for such a small restaurant.

    (4)

  • Greg M.

    So, here's the thing with Mike's... their wontons aren't all that great. Lemme tell you why, though. I'm a big fan of Canton Wonton House, right there on Weller. Well, they're closed for three weeks on vacation from Sept. 1 to Sept. 18. Canton Wonton House uses nice, thin wonton skins. They use a nice ground pork. Their wontons are the best. Mike's has a pretty thick wonton wrapper and they must use a more chasiu type pork. It's got a nice pork flavor to it, but, meh, I guess everyone will be a judge. So, ordered the #1, large wonton noodle soup. Your choice of types of noodles, too, nice touch. The soup was tasty, the noodles were cooked perfectly, but the wontons left something to be desired. Otherwise, the place is clean, the menus are fancy, and I liked the place. I like Mike's Noodle House, I LOVE Canton Wonton House. Maybe it's in the name, Mike's got good noodles, but Canton has better wontons. Only my opinion, and I know there will be haters, but don't hate the player, hate the game! CONCLUSION: NOODLES = Mike's! WONTONS = Canton Wonton House

    (4)

  • lin w.

    I usually love Mike's - great noodles, good prices, always packed. But the last time I went for some seafood jook, I had a headache .. .did they start adding too much MSG, or what happened? I still like it, but for that experience, I have to only give it 3 stars.

    (3)

  • David N.

    If there was any cheap place to get congee or noodles, you have found it. For around $7, you can have your choice of congee with nearly anything in it or have just as many options with their noodle soups. I'm personally a fan of their beef brisket with egg noodles but you can also request other noodle types like the wider white chow fun style noodles. The beef is a little chewy but oh so delicious. On their congee side, the pork congee with preserved egg would be my second favorite dish. The egg never has too strong of an odor and is always the right firmness. Just be sure to get an order of the chinese donuts to eat with the congee as that completes the dish. I'd suggest only one plate of the donut though since they are pretty big and made with a huge amount of oil. You are most likely canceling out any health benefits you are gaining from eating congee with these donuts. Once the bowl comes out, I always get a little sad because I'm unable to do anything but stare at/smell the tastiness because it is piping hot. This is compounded by the fact that waiting itself is always a little uncomfortable because the restaurant is tiny and always packed to capacity. It always seems like the waitresses want you to leave as soon as you can. I'd say the small size combined with how busy the place gets during lunch is the only drawback. The one way to decrease your wait time is by offering to sit with someone/someones random but if you don't want to do that you always have the option of waiting for a full table. But you never know, you might end up enjoying some great food and some interesting company.

    (4)

  • Rossana Y.

    One of my favorite places for lunch in Chinatown. I love their wonton noodle soups. It is so tasty and it fills you up quite easily. I also love their beef brisket with noodles and vegetables, or anything with beef brisket because the sauce tastes so good when it's mixed in with the noodles. Yummy! The decor is clean and the service is typical of most Chinese restaurants: fast and unattentive. It could be easier if you speak Chinese. I haven't tried the congee here but I heard it's pretty good, and it comes in a really big bowl so you'll definitely be full. The total came out to be around $12 for 2 people so it's pretty cheap. Be sure to bring cash since that is what they only accept.

    (5)

  • Victoria W.

    When I mention that Mike is a family friend, I have an odd sense of prestige from knowing the one and only Mike of Mike's Noodle House. Rumorered to be the best noodle house in town, it's clearly confirmed by the small, cash only restaurant with the long line out the door. Delicious beef tendon wonton noodle soup. Order the Chinese broccoli as an appetizer and you have a complete meal.

    (4)

  • Nina N.

    This is my new favorite noodle joint.. why?? 1. it's cheap 2. very nice service, and pretty hostess..btw I am not a lesbian but I appreciate a pretty girl.. and there was a girl working there that was pretty with big fake tits haha 3. I love egg noodles.. and their egg noodles were amazing 4. the soup tasted so fresh and tasty 5. the soup came out lightening fast.. what else do you want to know ????? updated for tony g. 6. chow mein is great.. you can have homemade noodles, buckwheat noodles, or just chowmein 7. soups - all kinds of soups. spicy.beefy.vegetarian if that's what you want. 8. they have their own specialty items, try it.. it's very different but good different

    (5)

  • T P.

    Yum. Comforting, delicious and so many flavorful combinations of both the noodle/wonton soups and the congee. Very reasonable prices. Can't wait to bring my dad here - he's always nostalgic for good comfort food he grew up with in China. If heading there during the day, I recommend coming early to beat the lunch crowds as it is a cozy dining space. Cash only - inconvenient if you're caught unaware and unprepared. Also, servers are nice, but the service is slow, so be forewarned...

    (4)

  • Disco B.

    I stumbled onto this hole-in-the-wall by accident when I first moved to Seattle 5 years ago. There's no better congee or noodle soups in Seattle. I went to Mike's today due to the disappointing beef brisket noodle soup that I had last night at another cafe (read my review). Order: 1 Beef Brisket & Wonton Noodle Soup The broth was delicious, and hot! Properly "beef noodle soup" hot. A little more on the sweet side vs salty. The small order came with 4 nice chunks of beef and 3 pieces of wonton. I would've preferred flat noodle instead of the thin noodle, but it's ok. Soft, tender brisket complimented the noodle so well. $7 & change was my tab, what a deal!

    (4)

  • George T.

    Noodles were really good. Service wasn't bad, there was just a lot going on. Very busy place, but definately worth the 5 min wait. Cheap delicious food... This is probably going to be routine stop for lunch.

    (4)

  • Won M.

    The place is called the noodle house but I have to say this place is a place to get Congee. Hot soothing bowl of slowly cooked rice, soup and meat. There is never a better remedy for sour stomach, hang-over, and pure hunger. I have had the Congee with Pork and Dried Oysters several times. The depth that comes from the flavors of rice, pork and dried oysters combination can only be described by simple sound of, "ahhh~" Yes, I make that sound every time I take a bite of the my favorite Congee there. That one bite always seem to release some tension and soften things, reminding me that, "Without good food in life, beauty of life would be incomplete." Sorry, I am getting lost in my Congee Flashback... Yes, it is a bit adventurous here, but they have food that accommodates the weary. Congees with regular chicken, pork and beef. Huge selection of noodle dishes that are delicious. This is another reason why I like this place. They have food for both non-adventurous and adventurous eaters. Dumpling soup on one hand and steamed pork kidney, liver and tripe on the other hand. I usually order the steamed pork kidney, liver and tripe with my Congee. So good! Place is a bit busy on the weekends but it's worth the wait. Don't be discouraged by the fishy smell that lingers in and outside of this place. Walk in and have a bowl of Congee, you will know what I mean. It is definitely one of my favorite find of the year.

    (4)

  • Jeff P.

    I've had better. Brisket and wonton soup was not awesome: Fatty beef n cow parts, undercooked ramen noodles, average broth. Chinese donuts: cold and stale.

    (2)

  • Mary B.

    Pretty good place- there are a few things that are difficult 1. Parking- limited to street parking, you need to park up the street 2. Line- this place is so small, you always end up standing in line for a table. sometimes it takes 45 min or more 3. Service- pretty good once you get seated. The staff tries hard but the line is always so long 4. food - Love the liver and kidney. Congee is really good. Noodles smell and taste good, in some places noodles are a little smelly.

    (3)

  • Jeff S.

    Took a trip to Seattle recently and a friend took us here...we ended up going back again the very next day. Ordered No. 9 - Beef brisket won ton noodle soup (L) both times. Never gets old. I'm from SF...one of the meccas of Chinese food in the U.S. and there's not a single place that comes close to Mike's Noodle House in terms of won ton noodle soup. Not in any of the Chinatowns or even in the Bay Area. $7.30 for a huge bowl w/ half a pound of beef brisket, 3 jumbo won tons and plenty of noodles. Soup is more than adequate in terms of taste...I mixed in a large amount of their chili sauce (which is delicious on its own) to add more kick to the noodles/meat. Service is quick and efficient...all their employees are female for some reason. I could easily eat here everyday if SF had a place like this. Business looks good at Mike's and much deservedly so...well done sir.

    (5)

  • Tina D.

    Omg Mike's Noodle House is absolutely amazing. It's incredibly crowded all the time which just proves how great the place really is. Despite how crowded the small restaurant is, the service is very quick. I have tried a few different soups but anything with wonton in it definitely the winner here. I ordered boneless chicken congee also and I probably wouldn't get it again. I felt sort of silly ordering congee at a restaurant when my mom makes delicious congee at home. I wish I could go to Mike's all the time! If only they were closer and had a parking lot so I don't have to circle all around Chinatown trying to find parking. Oh and they only accept cash so make sure you stop by an atm before ordering.

    (5)

  • S O.

    My dad took me here for a late breakfast. Haven't tried the congee, but the noodles are pretty good. Tried the liver + kidney noodle. The fried kidney is tasty. The liver is kinda meh. Beef brisket + fish balls were ok. The fish balls could have been cooked longer, but overall, it was pretty tasty. The servings are large and it's fairly authentic. Cash only.

    (4)

  • A L.

    This soup is so good here. I ordered the staple which is the wonton brisket soup. The soup is on point, large pieces of wontons that have large pieces of shrimp and tender cuts of brisket. I just wouldn't order the large since it just comes in a larger bowl but not more wontons

    (4)

  • Tammy V.

    seriously? have i not reviewed MNH? best wonton noodle soup i've had minus my mom's! for about $5.50 you get a bowl (that looks smaller then it really is but- it's plenty for me) of soupy yumminess! the wontons are fatty and the noodles are plenty! they have tons of other options, but are also really known for their congee too. order a chinese doughnut on the side and you're set.

    (5)

  • Allie S.

    If you like congee, you will like Mike's. Delicious! I'm going to cheat here and say "Please read Kevin C.'s review but imagine it says 'Allie S.' in front of it." -- because that's totally how I feel!

    (5)

  • jay j.

    I give 4 stars for this cute little noodle joint. 1. clean interior and bathroom 2. the server in her late 30's or early 40's is a sassy dresser, I found her to be very polite and accommodating. 3. the chef/owner, is that tall guy Mike? He seems to be very easy going and nice to his staff, it's a big ++ and he is almost as tall as me and I'm 6'1", good to see another tall fine looking Asian man in the hood. 4. Based on Nina's review, I was going to order chowmein but didn't see it on the menu. I was little timid to ask for special since it was already after 8PM and they were taking orders from 6 different table at the time... so I ordered egg noodle with julienned pork in sweet and spicy sauce along with steam wonton with shoyu and jalapeno dipping sauce. I thought the noodle sauce was little too sweet for me but it complimented the pork and noodle fairly well. I'm sure that I will stop by again to see them run a fine place.

    (4)

  • Jake L.

    Hands down one of the best noodle house's in Chinatown. The Beef Brisket Wonton is worth the try, the broth is rich and the noodles are cooked to perfection this place is definitely one to try.

    (5)

  • Henry L.

    Absolutely one of my favorite places for noodles! They got superb beef brisket and wonton soup. The siu-kow and wonton noodle soup was delicious! Add a side of veggie to the noodle soup and you should be full for a couple hours. They are top-notch unlike the other noodle soup places in the area. Good and fast customer service. They're always busy in the morning and lunch times. Arrive early for good seating!

    (5)

  • Tina P.

    Great place for congee and wonton noodles. Can't beat their quality and prices. The place is also really clean and neat. Makes for a better experience for sure! I also order their congee to go when I fall ill. I swear it's the extra step to recovering from my colds.

    (4)

  • Kevin S.

    From the outside Mike's looks like a total hole in the wall type place as it looks small, in a pretty cheap rent area, and probably has a line outside the door. From the inside however, its quite a bit more. Its actually clean, the staff is well dressed (and by well dressed I don't mean a faded t-shirt that say's Mike's Noodle House), tables are neat and not wobbly, and the menu's are clean and readable. As for the food, well if you like Noodles you're in luck because there's no false advertising in this name (over half the menu is noodle dishes). That said, they do also serve congee and a few other dishes, but if you're coming here its probably for the wonton noodle soup which is probably the most popular item. Personally, I like this place better than Canton Wonton & Ocean City as its cleaner and the wonton's are a lot bigger. The broth is somewhat comparable, but really its all about the wonton's. So if you like meaty wonton's and a clean restaurant feel free to add Mike's to your list of eats.

    (4)

  • Riss J.

    It's tiny, It's busy, It's crowded beyond belief, and every time I've ever been there, I am the whitest thing going for blocks. It's your first clue when you walk in at lunch time that you've found a good noodle house. The service was very good, even my first time there when I had nary a clue what I was trying to order. Willing to be adventerous enough to eat it w/o asking what it is is all part of the experience. I've sampled a good half of the menu since my first visit in October now, and am sooo glad it's in w/in walking distance of work (Well, thanks my hour lunch anyway) or a short bus hop if I'm cramped for time. Not met a dish I haven't enjoyed yet, but I'll keep trying.

    (4)

  • Francis Z.

    I've had the opportunity to sample noodles in major cities in both China and the US, and no other shop on either side of the Pacific has topped Mikes in my books. This is the place my wife and I keep on coming back to satisfy our noodle cravings. Our favorite is the Beef Brisket and Wonton noodle soup, which is to die for (if you like Beef Brisket that is). The wonton and dumplings are made fresh everyday, in limited supplies (no longer served once sold out), which guarantees their freshness. Mikes has gone through renovation a couple of years ago, and the dining environment is a lot nicer compare to before. It's not shabby, but still, if you are there for the dining environment then you'll probably be disappointed. But then again, most people who love Mike's is there for the food. The only downside I could think of are the (sometimes) long wait, and cash only. But those are things are easily overlooked in light of the great food.

    (5)

  • Haylie J.

    Good wonton noodle soup, good beef stew noodle soup. DO NOT GET THE DEEP FRIED DOUGH STICKS. They are not fresh. I ordered it twice with 3 weeks apart. It was never fresh and hot.

    (4)

  • Manuel W.

    The beef brisket is melt-in-your-mouth good. Get something involving it. Otherwise, you're on your own in the land of a strange menu.

    (3)

  • Fumiko Y.

    This is a tiny and crowded place but offers prompt and efficient services. Better to go there on a weekday for lunch, if you don't want to wait in line forever. I highly recommend their rock cod congee (don't forget to order a side bok choy dish to put in the congee) with a dab of the red spicy sauce. The serving is huge so you will leave the place very full and very happy. Don't even think of going there for dinner. They close early. I have made that mistake twice and was left hungry and longing for that hot, tasty congee!!!

    (5)

  • John K.

    The best wonton place in Seattle, hands down! If you crave wonton or sui gao, you can't go wrong with this place. Just remember it's cash only though! *Sui Gao is similar to wonton, except it has more ingredients (pork, mushroom, shrimp, etc.) I prefer it over wonton. *Lo Mein is where you get the noodles and the soup separately.

    (5)

  • Bill N.

    Had the beef brisket noodle soup....great stuff, definitely be back!

    (4)

  • Aline P.

    This place is pretty good but it's small and often crowded. The first time I went it was late at night and it wasn't crowded, so the service was great then. But the second time I went, it was during lunch and it was crowded beyond belief. When I was finally pointed to a chair with strangers I ordered number 6 but the gave me number 7. I told the waitress that it was the wrong order and she basically glared at me and took it away. Another waitress came over and basically said I ordered number 7. I politely responded that I ordered number 6 but she was like "NO, your ordered number 7!". Eventually my order came up and it was good. But the service really pissed me off. The restaurant is good, whether it be wontons, noodles, or congee; but try avoiding this place when it's crowded...

    (3)

  • Ian N.

    There has been tons of talk on Congee so i'd thought i'd talk about the noodle soup, that after all these years I can't not order. This place is crazy busy! But the wait was short, even for my family of 6. We were promptly seated and served, Everyone ordered brisket and won tons, except for my brother who got his dry style, which by the way is probably the best dry style egg noodle dish in all of the damned city. The soup was balanced, and the meat cooked beautifully, soft and not over seasoned, maybe one of the best cooked soup briskets in town. The won tons were good, but not top tier, the noodles were amazing. I am not sure where they get them, or if they prepare them themselves, but these are also one of the shining gems of the experience. With that said, i don't know if i'd go anywhere else besides mike's for egg noodle soup. The Soy bean milk is made in house. bonus points for that.

    (4)

  • James C.

    The food is good and so are the prices. Cash Only. It's a little tight and gets loud in here. Also, there is no waiting space, so if waiting, you will be standing outside.

    (4)

  • John W.

    Located in Chinatown, Seattle....this is a wonderful find. They serve mainly cantonese congee and soup noodles. For under $10, you can order from over 50+ dishes on their menu. I ordered a large #13 which consists of Won Ton and Brisket with soup noodles. Each individual won ton contains a large shrimp and a large bowl contains approximately 5-6 won tons with an abundance of brisket meat. A large bowl also has enough noodles for two people. Since I was extremely hungry, I was able to devour the large bowl all by myself. Quick service, but be certain to arrive early because many Seattle-ites know of this location and their excellent reputation. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who is familiar with hong kong style eateries.

    (5)

  • Alicia R.

    I know the place is famous for congee, but I like noodles more. Get the Sui Kau noodle. For $4.99+tax, you get giant Siu Kau dumplings filled with pork, prawn, and mushroom with your noodle (I ask for medium egg noodle), and delicious broth. The place is crazy busy during weekday lunch. They will seat you on the same table with a total stranger. I'm used to doing this in Asian Food Courts, but you might want to go somewhere else if you don't want to wait.

    (4)

  • Tonya N.

    Went here the other day and really liked this place. Perfect temp soup, major confort food. I have to say, I prefer the Sui Kau over the wontons... Had much more flavor to me... The Wontons were really big and i think thats the appeal, but for me, i'd rather have smaller ones with more flav. It reminds me of eating a dim sum sui mai in soup. The beef brisket was excellent tho... noodles expertly done. Service was quick and to the point... Overall, would recommend :)

    (4)

  • Jennilee B.

    I've had this obsession with noodles lately, and I have to say its either here or Canton Wonton Noodle House where I feed into it. The shared communal tables are worth it (its always packed and hard to find a seat without a 5-10 minute wait). I'm addicted to their thick wide rice noodles with wontons or sui kau, or you can add fish balls or beef brisket for an even heartier soup experience. It's the ultimate comfort food when you're sick, hungry, or just craving noodles- which is just about 24/7 for me!

    (4)

  • Derek R.

    A routine stop when I'm nearby. Good, authentic tasting, Chinese noodles. Friendly (enough) and quick service. Could expand in their vegetarian options, but the ginger and green onion noodles are great.

    (4)

  • O L.

    They add MSG in the noodle soup (at least with my lai fun order). How unfortunate for anyone with MSG intolerance.

    (2)

  • L K.

    first time coming and i fell in love! ordered the wonton brisket noodle soup. expected the soup to be salty from the looks, but didnt find it to be as salty. will definitely come back and try out the congee too!

    (4)

  • hung n.

    This place is so good, that they can treat their customers the way they do. Everything there is fresh - you can see the lady rolling each dumpling by hand. Flavor's great - not too heavy! They tend to run out of the good stuff being that they're the good stuff. Definitely call in advance for the hours posted are suggested hours. They've been know to close whenever the f they want. But if you call and get through the language barrier that you're on your way (w/in their time limit) they will stay open for you. It's probably 4-stars but they intimidate me so much, they get another star! -1 star, I just tried going the other night at 7 and it was closed even though sign says 9. I was craving it too! That was my 3rd attempt and all three times, they were closed! This almost calls for a boycott....

    (4)

  • Maple C.

    Everything here is delicious!!! The wonton noodle soup is so freaking good... the donuts are always nice and crispy, and the congee is always awesome too. The beef brisket noodles are also really, really good. Everytime I go, I always want to order tons of stuff, but half the time I end up getting the wonton noodle soup just because it's so good!

    (5)

  • Dianne C.

    Whoo-hoo, congee! I now have options as for where I want to get my congee at the ID. As far as congee is concerned, it's not too different from the ones at Ocean City, but they do have more choices (like squid ball, sui-kau, sliced beef, sliced pork, beef brisket, beef ball, pork ball, etc)... and they put in a LOT of meat... and their prices are pretty darn good. Their business seems to revolve completely around noodles or congee. (Will everyone of my sentences have congee in it? Why, I will sure try, congee-congee.) For a congee and noodle place, the place is crazy packed; we hung on tightly to the menu when we were handed one, as it seemed to be our ticket to get seated. It took the five of us about 35 minutes to get seated - we wanted to know why all these other people were waiting along with us. Next to Jade Garden, this seems to be next in the running for crazy popularity, considering people are willing enough to wait in a crammed place and spill outdoors just to get some o' that Mike's noodles and congee. The place is really quite small place, though, so I'm rather perplexed as to some of the people who seem to be regulars - or whatev - who bring an 8-person family there; just imagine the wait to be seated..... congee. P.S. Interesting note - this is the first time I have ever been served tea in a kitchen-plastic cup.

    (5)

  • Monica S.

    This was my first introduction to Hong Kong style noodles and it's still my favorite place to go. The noodles here are the main attraction and having eaten at several of the area's noodle houses I must declare that these are my favorite. The broth, while quite good, is not my favorite broth. It has a very earthy taste I still enjoy very much. The wontons are excellent. I recommend trying them. They have exquisite sui-kau... perhaps the best in the ID. The squid balls are just great - try them too! The congee is always tasty, but they often run out of chinese doughnuts so make sure you're in early or you're doomed. The space is definitely cramped. That's just how it is. It used to be even smaller just a few years ago. Get ready to share a table with strangers if you are alone in a pair. Just when it's busy, though. It's kinda fun!

    (5)

  • Art P.

    Good. But why waste my time in this line when Canton Wonton is down the street and Phenom Phnh is near too. No thanks.

    (4)

  • Robby C.

    Cousin called at around noon for lunch and ended up in the International District about half an hour later walking up and down Jackson Street until about one before nothing looking at Pacific Rim looked appetizing. Walked up to Seattle Deli before trekking back down to Mike's Noodle House for some beef brisket noodle soup and some preserved egg congee. The seating here is a bit cramped and the wait to be seated during the lunch rush is often a bit ridiculous, but it is totally worth the wait if you are in no rush to get back to work. Prices have gone up a bit and a large bowl of noodles is usually about seven dollars, but the beef brisket was tender and the soup was quite flavorful. However, the soup was almost too flavor leaving behind a terrible strong salty aftertaste. Anyhow, a nice little shop across from the park and is a nice lunch spot that is often overlooked for some of the larger restaurants on King Street. Worth checking out.

    (3)

  • Tim T.

    Good Congee, the best one in town. The beef brisket is excellent. Don't order their salty donuts...it's nasty. I give it a 5 based on their congee and beef brisket noodle.

    (5)

  • Yvonne D.

    The congee is very good, the rice are very well cooked. I don't really care about the noodle here though. The place's very small, don't come here on the weekend there's always line all the way out the door, and you feel bad sitting too long at your table so you end up rush eating.

    (3)

  • Tu D.

    Not sure if my standards are too high for a cheap eat or maybe bad timing. Went here with the recommendation from fellow Yelpers and had the Yelpers recommendation also with brisket noodle soup. Not really sure whats all the rave was all about, it tasted normal to me and nothing spectacular. The customer service was spot on, but restaurant was so small and wasn't busy at all if they can't do it here, not sure they should be in business. lol But not to take away their good customer service. The cups are always fill and there was always a waiter nearby. Overall the food was ok, since its a cheap eat i would give it another try with their congee, hopefully it would be a better experience.

    (3)

  • Mikey E.

    If your looking for noodles, this is your place! I ordered the noodle soup with brisket and a side of liver and kidneys. So fresh! The place is on the smaller side so get there early or expect to wait! Loved it!

    (5)

  • Kim D.

    Yes it is crowded but still so good. My order is always the sui kai and wonton noodle soup (for when I'm hungrier) or the special fish ball noodle soup (for something lighter and sweeter). For less than $6 a bowl which comes out very soon after you order, I go here every time I'm in the mood for hot egg noodle soup.

    (5)

  • Hien D.

    Simply amazing. Some of the best noodles in Chinatown. Always filling and always delicious. It definitely hits the spot after a night of drinking. Haven't tried their congee yet, only because their noodles are amazing. Their large size is definitely large. It's a small place so seating isn't always available right away but they are still pretty quick to get you seated. Because it's a small place it's not a great place to have a loud conversation because everyone will hear it. But most of the time you'll be too focused on your food because it's that damn good. Overall, if you want noodles and are in Chinatown, go there. Remember to bring cash.

    (5)

  • Jon L.

    The best wonton noodle in town! =) Come on a busy day and expect to wait and/or sit next to someone you don't know! LOL They allow such thing here. Get past the whole Asian "maximum capacity" deal and you'll find yourself a treasure in ID! The wonton was wonderful with big shrimp, nothing is second rated or shortcut here. Move on to the wonderful beef and broth. Fantastic! Come out really hot and the noodle is real good. =) *The congee is quite wonderful as well. And the ticket is cheap for something so wonderful. Come here if you are in the mood for wonton noodle, you will be pleased.

    (4)

  • Brad W.

    If you like congee and won ton noodle soup, you'll love this place. Haven't ordered anything bad yet. No wonder there is always a wait at this place.

    (4)

  • Tai T.

    The ID is meant for hot, fast, cheap, and delicious food. Mike's serves up the classic quick chinese lunch/ breakfast; noodle soups and congee. I work in downtown, and I've been able to get there and back in about an hour for lunch. (That is if you don't mind sharing a table from time to time. The space is small and it's busy...) Definitely recommend it.

    (4)

  • M L.

    I know this is the go-to place in the ID, in terms of authenticity. It's pretty much what I would expect at a hawker centre in Singapore. Noodles not bad, but I've had bad experiences with the brisket a couple times, really stringy and gristly. I'll definitely be back but maybe not with the brisket.

    (3)

  • Bobby C.

    I've come here twice for the won ton soup and my mother always brings me take out when she comes to visit. I like the won tons, but the soup part, not so much. The broth is over-salted and distracts from the dish as a while (I reheat the soup with extra water and additional yellow chives when I get take-out). The food is good, but when a simple cut-back on the MSG would make the soup much better, it just isn't perfect.

    (3)

  • Sarah C.

    Best place to go for wonton noodle soup in my book! One of my favorites for a lunch outing. Esp. when its cold outside. It's small- it's not pretty- but its super cheap & cash only! The food is mm mm good when you want some warm soup in your belly.

    (4)

  • Chau L.

    Usually come here on Sundays with my dad before heading to the Seahawks game and the noodles and broth are incredible. But its CASH ONLY.

    (5)

  • Henry y.

    I've had noodles all my life and ever since I was a little kid, I've always loved wanton noodles. This is the real deal. For anyone that is Cantonese or from Hong Kong, the noodles here are perfectly "crunchy" or is the correct term, "al dente". Anyways, if you are looking to find out what real Cantonese style noodle or soul food is, just go to Mike's Noodle House. Broth is tasty, full of flavor, wantons are the right size and texture made of minced pork and shrimp. I've concentrated on the wanton noodles, but everything else is good too. Congee is the best in Seattle. There's nothing on the menu more than $7.50. Ambiance leaves more to be desired as it is cramped, and on busy lunch days, and weekends you'll be asked to sit in any seat available with other diners. It's a bit strange, but in Hong Kong, it's the norm.

    (5)

  • BR C.

    Been to this place a lot of times but this time we had a terrible experience. we ordered the steamed liver & tripe and when it came we noticed that the liver was under cooked and the tripe was over cooked. I split 1 of the liver in half to confirm and we were right, it was bloody. so we called 1 of the waitresses & asked for a new one. after 4-5 min she came back, put the plate down & walked away (didn't even say a word). that plate looked so familiar that we knew right away it was the same under cooked plate we sent back. it still had the same half piece of liver I had cut, and the liver were still under cooked. immediately we told the waitress we wanted to cancel it. what a fucking joke! we realized we never expected a good service in Asian restaurant but, seriously, it was an utterly idiotic thing to do to your customers. RIDICULOUS!!!

    (1)

  • Rachel L.

    I'm chinese. My parents are more chinese. Therefore, they know best. Everytime they come to Seattle, we always hit up Mike's. Tasty. I just have the Wonton Noodle Soup but don't ask about the wontons since I usually dish them to my sister. It's really inexpensive but you feel like you're always being rushed out since new customers are coming in giving you the stink-eye.

    (4)

  • Thomas L.

    To all the yelpers who thought it was odd that strangers were seated on the same table, it's actually common in some places in asia where the restaurant is small but yet very busy. I think for noodle wonton, the broth is perfectly balanced, the wontons were delicious. We had a big group too. The liver thinging is pretty good too for those who like to be adventurous. Definitely one of the best wonton noodle in the west coast.

    (4)

  • Bernard R.

    Pros: Beef Brisket, Wonton and Pork Noodles are awesome. Hot Mie Sauce is also very good. For those who 'dares', try no. 72, it's an acquired taste, for those who can handle pig internals, they cook it perfect and no smell, and very tasty. Price is very reasonable. Cons: Parking, Chinatown what would you expect. And don't come with your best clothes, they will smell as wonderful as your food. Recommendations: Stay with their noodles, really worth every penny you spent.

    (5)

  • Tialen K.

    I love the Brisket and Tendon Lo Mien -- YUMMY!

    (5)

  • Sandy W.

    With so many places to choose from in Chinatown, where do you go? Well my tastebuds are telling you to try out their spicy pork noodle dish at Mike's. Service is not very nice or friendly, but what do you expect? You're in Chinatown! Price is decent. Won-tons are ok, but I've had better.

    (4)

  • ed f.

    we live in oakland and visit seattle quite often. our stay starts with lunch or dinner at mike's noodles. either congee or won ton noodles have great flavor, and nicely salted but we go to mike for their steamed kidney and liver. the liver is really cooked perfectly - which is hard to find, and their tofu sauce on vegetables. we cannot get enough. strange to say this - the service is excellent - which is unlike a normal chinese restaurant hole in the wall. the restaurant has a simple dishes - but very very well done. writing this makes me want to get back to mike's

    (5)

  • Felicia W.

    I've been here only two times however, I'm in love. In love with the noodles, the broth, the congee, the steamed mixed meat with ginger and dipping sauce, the fact that it's a tiny hole in the wall, and most importantly I'm in love with this place because you know it's good when you see older Asian people eating here. Can't wait to go back again and again and again. =)

    (5)

  • Matthew W.

    Yay! I'm a fan! I like how the rating system works. That's pretty accurate. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Food - Fantastic. Great soup made of bones, veggies, spices and such. I tried multiple times to peek or to ask and see what they make it from but every time I get shut down with this look of "Oh young devil, you not know the secret of the broth. I am a Chinese woman that has born a dozen, and am grandmother to a hundred! You will never know what I made this soup from, now shut up and eat!" Order everything sans the mystery meat. Seriously mysterious if you don't like the inner bits and pieces of an animal. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Service - This is where culturally wires cross. In some parts of Asia you will get beat up by the restaurant just to get food. A lot of American culture is "the customer is always right" and service is catered towards them. I think what these ladies at Mike's brought with them is part of the old world where they know their food is so good that tables are flipped and you almost have to try and grovel to get something to eat there. A shock to a lot of people but culturally fascinating. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ The bad - They are cash only and the lady there has no problem directing you across the street to a little grocery that charges $3.00 for any type of ATM withdrawal making your $6.10 bowl of yum into a $9.10 both....an entire 50% increase. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ So is it worth it? If I have cash in my pocket...yes! If not...I'm dropping by Uwajimaya first to buy some Pocky, get some cash back then trek up to Mike's for a meal. Hope this helps.

    (4)

  • Richard T.

    My gf suggested we come here for lunch as this was my first time here and it was packed the whole time we were there. It would be impossible to seat a big group of people as the place is small with no big tables at all and the place is always busy to even move tables around to accommodate a party bigger than four. Luckily the waitresses try to get people in and out as quick as possible by asking you what you would like to order as soon as you sit down Lol!! We had ordered the pork and thousand year eggs congee plus wonton noodle soup. They were both very filling and tasty. I like how they put a lot of stuff in the congee and not just a few pieces of egg and pork. They also added some green onions on top which I always enjoy with my congee to give it more flavor. It definitely is very affordable with all the menu items between 5 to 6 dollars. I was surprised with how many menu items they had for a noodle restaurant and would come back again to try something else the next time.

    (4)

  • Felicia C.

    Good for hot comfort food but the beef noodle soup is the most outstanding.

    (4)

  • David Y.

    Don't go here! It's crowded enough as it is!!! This place has the best won ton soup in town, seriously. It is THAT good, and cheap to boot. I almost always get the beef brisket and won ton with noodles... sometimes I'll get a side of the tripe or gai lan... bomb.... just bomb. I'm sure there's enough sodium in this stuff for a week but I don't care, just give me the large bowl and nobody gets hurt...

    (5)

  • Josh T.

    Awesome congee, noodle soups are good too. My favorite is the pumpkin congee and the corn and fungus with preserved egg. You must get Chinese donut!

    (5)

  • Julie G.

    This place was crowded. It was good. Tiny restaurant. I had the wonton brisket noodle soup. It was a little on the salty side. I got the special guilin noodles. They are medium thickness & chewy. I probably should have just ordered the skinny noodles. I like skinny noodles but got lured in by the "special" noodles. Lesson learned for next time I'm at a noodle place - always order skinny noodles for me. The portion size is good, they have regular $7.95 or large. They gave a good amount of wontons and meat. I would come back here again to try the congee. This place hit the spot because it was a cold winter day and the warm soup was nice. We took the bus from the tunnel on 3rd street from downtown to get to this restaurant in the international district. The bus is free from 6am-7pm. The area is walkable. The station is very close to the Japanese Market,

    (4)

  • Khara S.

    Came here for a Friday lunch break and all of the tables were full, which is fine. Service was average and food was fine. Be sure you know what "black chicken" is before ordering blindly.

    (3)

  • Denise L.

    My father took me here saying it was famous for its congee. I can see why. First of all, we started with a Chinese broccoli. With a little bit of soy sauce paste, the broccoli is both tender and crunchy. It goes well with your congee, so save some for when your main dish/bowl of congee comes. The congee's texture is perfect. It is not too thick, not too watery. I love the different varieties of ingredients you can order. The thousand year old egg, kidney, and liver are all classic additions to congee and can be found on the menu. Mike's Noodle House definitely excels in making congee. If you come here to try the wonton noodle soup, it is okay. There is no special taste, but it is enough to satisfy hunger. If you are looking for a good wonton noodle house, I suggest Wonton City, a restaurant that specializes in wonton noodle soups. Overall, this is a place I'd take my friends if they were looking for a light dinner. This is perfect for a cold, winter day. I think the place should be called Mike's Congee House.

    (5)

  • Kittiya P.

    This is the place I took my parents to eat while they were in Seattle. They are usually very picky about what they eat, but they loved this place. We had congee, chinese broccoli, and Chinese donuts. This place is always packed. One thing I would like to tell the owner of this place is to tell his/her staff to cheer up a little. It was quite intimidating when I was ordering. They seemed so...unhappy. Anyhow, the other time I went there with my friend's family who ordered in Chinese, they seemed a little friendlier. Oh well...

    (4)

  • Johnny L.

    I'm not going to hit on the food, the food was amazing, and I'll probably continue going here for the take-out because it was just... The best you can get really... As for the service, it was terrible. It took about 30 minutes to be seated, and some people were even awkwardly seated next to other diners. One old couple paid, and left, and another couple sat down, ordered their food, and ate for about 20 minutes before the waitress finally came and removed the plates from the previous couple. People who came after us were served before we did, and it was just overall not a place where you want to sit down and eat. I am however, happily sitting down at my table, eating a bowl of wonton soup takeout from this place as I am writing this review. Good stuff.

    (3)

  • Rachel P.

    I hate to give this place only 3 stars, but honestly ... it was not my cup of tea. I live in I.D. and am a huge fan of trying new (new to me that is) places! This was my first one, that I didn't enjoy. I don't know that it's bad in general, I just didn't like it. I know ... this makes my review kinda pointless. I will say that my friends enjoyed their meals and I tried a bit of theirs. I didn't hate the congee, it was something I've never tried before and I think in time I may like it (as it seemed to be something that would be an acquired taste.) What I DID like was the Chinese donut. So please take my review with a grain of salt and if you like Congee give it a shot. FYI ... Ca$h only!!!

    (3)

  • Brandon L.

    I've had the rest and I now I've tried the best. Just writing about this place right now makes me want to go there. If you thought pho was the perfect rainy day meal I'm sorry but you are wrong my friend. If I didn't live so far away from this place I would be here more often. Nothing hits the spot like wonton and beef brisket soup, and topped off with an order of Chinese donut. You know the wontons are fresh, because you can literally see the woman in the corner making them. The place isn't too big so at peak times it can fill up. Also like several Chinatown establishments this place is CASH ONLY.

    (5)

  • Deanna J.

    My first experience with Mike's Noodle House was the heavenly scent drifting out of it's entrance. So I immediately tried it out. The first time I went it was around 2pm with a full house (thankfully I didn't have to wait), I ordered the small beef brisket wonton noodle soup. It was a little pricey and the portion was small but the wontons were delicious! They were hand-made and huge! The broth was nice and flavorful! Overall a wonderful meal with quick service! The waitresses also speak English, so not to worry if you don't speak Chinese.

    (5)

  • Jasmine W.

    This is still my favorite congee house in Seattle. Along with recommending any of the rock cod selections, Sampan congee is hands down the go-to.

    (5)

  • S W.

    This place is the best cure for those cold dreary winter days. Pages and pages of different types of Congee and Noodles+Wontons for basically less than $7. Doesn't get much better than that! Also, props for clearly explaining to potential customers with seafood allergies that there may be shellfish in the broth on the first page of the menu. FYI, hit up the ATM before you go! This place is cash only.

    (5)

  • Jason C.

    I'm not sure how many people remember, but several years (if not a decade) ago this place use to be a little shop that served the best pot stickers and beef noodle soup in Seattle. I have no idea what it was called because I was too young to read at the time. How excited I was to find this place replaced by another noodle shop. But how disappointed I was that it just wasn't as good. Damn nostalgia, you are cruel.

    (3)

  • Loan N.

    Noodles with dumplings and squid balls were a perfect fix to a chilly day. Went on a Saturday afternoon, and waited 10 mins for a table for two. Street parking is hard to find. Ended up parking in a lot.

    (3)

  • Ninette C.

    I'm from Hong Kong and pretty picky about my Chinese food. I am a sucker for cafe-style HK food and this is one of my favorites. If I recall correctly, the wontons have pork so that's a no-no for me (pescatarian), but I do enjoy their fish ball noodles and I always enjoy the congee! Nom nom nom...

    (4)

  • Vi L.

    OMG, so yummy! let me first state that i usually judge the upwards quality of a chinese restaurant on 2 counts: 1) how many typographical errors there are on the signage or on the menue (the more, the better) 2) how poorly the waitresses speak english (the poorer, the better) why? because usually that means the owner is spending time and money on the food, not the marketing. but I also ding restaurants based on: 3) how hidden away the kitchen is 4) how dirty the bathrooms are well, mike's just changed the game on me. no typos anywhere, nicely dressed waitresses that addressed me politely in both english and mandarin. they have a great menu with a wide variety of dishes at low low prices. the kitchen is shielded in glass so you can look in the back at your leisure. the bathroom while small, was very clean! now, back to the food: i ordered braised beef brisket and wonton noodle soup. a mere 6.75$! it was a perfect sized portion, not too big, not too small. i added on a chinese broccoli with oyster sauce on the side for another $5. I couldn't finish the meal, but oh, i wanted to so badly. the soup was dark, hearty and well flavored. the noodles per perfectly al dente (if there is such a thing for chinese noodles). the wontons were enormous with a whole shrimp in each along with some well-seasoned pork. and here i thought there was an absence of good cantonese food in seattle. thank you mike's for a pleasant, filling and authentic canto meal, i feel almost at home :)

    (5)

  • Mike S.

    We like this place, fresh, fast, unusual, and cheap as it comes. The meats are not your American type of cuts, the textures and flavors are a nice change and a little adventurous.

    (4)

  • Tom N.

    Do you ever wonder why whenever you walk around this place it smells like wonton? Well I do and it's annoying because it makes me curious about trying this place at first and it makes me hungry when I actually like this place. I believe they have a fan blowing out all the wonton fanboys/girls to try this place out. You won't be disappointed it though. I believed my special order was #14... or was it #16, I forgot, but it was with some siu dumping and I had to get some beef meat for my skinny ass. This place accepts cash only and it seems to be always packed. I wish this place opens later than 8PM because I would love to travel to this place for the best wonton noodles in the I.D. district.

    (5)

  • Sin T.

    I love this place for some rock fish congee! It's thick and super hot just the way I like it. Big pieces of fish throughout! Wonton and beef brisket is awesome too! There's always long lines on the weekends but it goes pretty quickly. It's cash only.

    (4)

  • Matthew B.

    This was not the best dining experience of my life. First off, the food tasted good. I enjoyed the flavor and look of the wonton noodle soup. That being said, it's filled with MSG. Minutes after leaving I can already feel the MSG hitting. While sitting eating my soup, another patron walks in and says he's by himself. The waitress proceeds to sit him at my little bitty table for two. At a minimum, you should ask if the customer minds another patron joining them... but really, just let people eat in peace. If you don't mind MSG, and poor service - then this place is for you.

    (2)

  • Dean H.

    Dear Mike, OK, Really now Mike, in the middle of Chinatown. How do you get your broth and chinese style beef stew noodle to taste that good? Whatever you do it got us to hustle our freezing cold butts to your place twice. Mind you, I had to drive around the block 4 times to find a parking on the street and then I had to dodge a few unsavory people to get to you. And deal with that strange parking sticker meter computer whatever it was.... I think what made us come back twice was the just right spice and taste of the tendon and beef brisket floating in a clear deliciously made broth. Added to that was the fish ball or shrimp wun tun. Ahhhhhhhhhh, just thinking about you makes me want to drive around the block 4 more times (let alone fly 3000 miles). In closing, Mike, with the "normal" chinese wait help that doesn't really pay attention to you and the semi clean bathrooms....I will be back.... Yours Truly, Beef Stew Noodle Lover

    (4)

  • Joolie T.

    CHEAP. delicious, fast and CHEAP. the wonton noodle soup is out of this world! and.. yes, CHEAP. i ordered the doughnuts and greens as a side dish for my friends. boy, it was CHEAP. the crowd isn't impressive- but who cares. when i dined here: it was a few middle aged women and my table full of young hipsters. CHEAP!!!!! sorry, i had to say it one more time. cheap.

    (5)

  • AT C.

    comfort food is what this place is for me. i used to go with my dad often so it has a soft spot for me. i usually get the wide rice noodles with kidney (comes with a great soy vinegar sauce). other noodles are good too. my parents love their fish congee. even though they increased the price, it's still a filling, value meal. very good on cold days in seattle. dont change!!

    (4)

  • Char Y.

    we went on a week day for a late lunch and ordered wonton noodle soup beef brisket noodle soup just ok, the soup base and the noodle is not better than the ones in chicago.

    (3)

  • Crystal M.

    It is ALL about the dumplings right? Hands down, the best and tasty dumplings in China Town! And I have tried most of the noodle houses in CT already. Let's talk about a few minuses... Hard to find parking but hey, it's CT! The place is tiny so you could be standing in line to wait. They don't open late and the place smells like dried shrimp or dried squid as they must use them in their soup stock BUT I'm Asian, so those things are tolerable and they still get a top rating from me. Why? Why not??? Did I say their wontons and Sui kau dumplings are the best? The skin of their dumplings are the perfect thickness and the fillings are yummy! The Sui kau are same as wonton but they have shiitake mushrooms, wood ear mushrooms and more prawns and larger in size than wonton. It's like a super wonton! Their noodles come thin or wide and they are on the al dente' firmess or you can get the soft rice noodles call foon. The broth is on the salty side so taste it before you add soy sauce! The reg. size bowl comes with about 5 wontons or 4 Sui kau and not very much noodles. If you love noodles, then go for the large size bowl, I also order the Kailan with brisket juice or ing choi with tofu sauce. Sometimes, I get the liver and tripe side dish with extra ginger and onions. Their rice soups congee are also the best. Very creamy and tasty! I usually get the taro and watercress with thousand year eggs added. When I'm bored of Pho or when I want a filling, cheap meal, this is the place! I love them here.

    (5)

  • Alyce l.

    got to seattle craving for some good porridge...stumbled upon this place while Yelping the area, we waited for about 20 min for a table. This place is so small and crowded. Hands down for the porridge, ordered the porridge with pumpkin, delicious! We also tried their wonton noodle soup, noodles were al dente, wonton was meaty and tasty. Oh and the soup, wow.....you can actually taste the shrimp that was cooked in the soup. Felt very satisfying afterwards and not thirsty at all....what means....no MSG!

    (4)

  • Jackie L.

    I love this place! its cheap and it gets you full! My friend and i stopped by here to get some lunch and for only 15.80$ for two people we left the place full and happy. I ordered the beef brisket with wide rice noodles. The soup was delicious and the beef was very very tender. the best part of this bowl of noodle is that they didnt add any msg to it. its amazing. -1 star because we came when there wasnt any customers and the waitress was no where to be seen. we asked for our bill and it took her atleast 10 minutes to handed to us. but! i will be back for some more food!

    (4)

  • Amy C.

    I really really wanted to like this place. It was cold and overcast (in the middle of the summer!) and it seemed like the perfect day for beef noodle soup. I found the broth thin, the noodles tasteless and oddly textured, the beef tough, and the taste un-spicy. The lack of spiciness is fine; I've had good beef noodle soup without heat. The meal was merely okay, and I was incredibly disappointed. I was hoping for something more delectable than the bowl I was served. I guess I'll have to keep looking for decent beef noodle soup in Seattle.

    (3)

  • Pi C.

    Pork stomach and liver are great if you're really into that stuff. Both can stink really bad for unseasoned chefs but this place excelled at them. They can come in the form of congee or steamed organs plate (the latter has amazing sauce). This is my go-to place for comfort Chinese food in Chinatown. My favorite breakfast combination is the congee and donuts (fresh or 1000-year egg upon request). For lunch, either spicy pork toss noodle or sui-kau noodle soup are excellent. All ingredients are fresh. The restaurant is clean compared to other places in the area. CASH ONLY. Service can also be less fast and less friendly when the shop is crowded. But hey, didn't someone ask to experience real Hong Kong noodle place? It comes with the package.

    (5)

  • Vale A.

    Always packed, unless you come early but they'll usually seat you within 15mins or so. Very clean and fast service. Try the sweet corn congee or roasted pumpkin.

    (4)

  • Ken G.

    What a good experience. Our first time and the waitress was patient and explained the options and made some suggestions. All were excellent. The Chinese Brocolli was fresh and delicious and plentiful. The noodle soups we had were top notch. Will be gonig back. Note: Cash only ..but good prices!

    (5)

  • Andrew L.

    Gonna keep this one short and simple~ Been here a great number of times. Each time I get the same thing - won ton and beef brisket noodle soup! Deliciousness. Craving some as I write this. Cash only. Gotta try some congee here sometime, but I just love the usual too much!

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :9:30 am - 8:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : No
    Good For : Lunch
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : No
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : No
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

Mike’s Noodle House

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