7 Best noodles in Portland, Oregon

Portland is a noodle haven. With so many different types of noodles, it’s hard to pick one. So I’ve done the work for you to share with you some of my favorite noodles in the city from many different cuisines.

Kama-age Udon noodles at Wa Kitchen Kuu

Vegan Kama-age noodles

This noodle dish comes to you deconstructed. You receive a hot pot of fresh udon noodles on a tray. You also receive small plates of garlic, seaweed, sesame seeds, and other ingredients to add to your housemade Kenchin vegetable soup. It’s an interactive experience with the end result being a delicious, hot bowl of noodles that is to your liking.

Wa Kitchen Kuu

125 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97232

Open Wednesday to Sunday 12 pm to 3 pm, 5 pm to 9 pm

@wa_kitchen_kuu

Chao Mian at Stretch The Noodle

Chao Mian with tofu

This is a classic food cart downtown. Owned and run by a husband and wife team, they hand pull Chinese noodles and give you a very generous portion. The Chao Mian noodles with tofu is a delight with their spicy sauce that you can ask to make it mild or hot. They’re only open for lunch and tend to have long lines but it is worth the wait!

Stretch The Noodle

223-269 SW Washington St, Portland, OR 97204

Open Monday to Tuesday 11 am to 3 pm, Thursday to Friday 11 am to 3 pm, Saturday 11 am to 2 pm

Coconut Noodle Soup at Top Burmese

Coconut Noodle Soup.

This noodle soup is the perfect remedy on a cold day. It has a thick coconut broth that is sweet yet savory and loaded with spices. The wheat noodles are chewy and topped with fried garlic, onions, cilantro and wonton strips. Get a side of their fried, golden samosas to make it the perfect meal.

Top Burmese

413 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209

Open Sunday to Friday 11:30 am to 9 pm, Saturday and Sunday 11:30 am to 10 pm

@topburmese

TanTan Mazemen at Kayo’s Ramen Bar

TanTan Mazemen

We are spoiled in Portland with all of the incredible ramen spots but the one I always go back to and thoroughly enjoy is the Tantan Mezamen ramen at Kayo’s. Kayo’s has incredible vegan options on their menu, with their entire ramen menu available vegan. But what is special about their this ramen is that tan tan ramen is the Japanese version of the Sichuan DanDan Mian from China. The broth here at Kayo’s has a sesame paste and the seasoned tofu that it comes gives it the perfect touch. They make their ramen in house their food I always find comfort in.

Kayo’s Ramen Bar

3808 N Williams Ave # 124, Portland, OR 97227

Open: Monday to Saturday 11:30 am to 2:30 pm; 5 pm to 9 pm

@kayosramenbar

Chow Main Noodles at Bake On The Run

Vegan chow mein

Bake On The Run is a Guyanese food cart located at CORE Food Cart pod on SE 82nd. Guyanese cuisine has influence from many parts of the world because of it’s cultural diversity due to its history. Bake On The Run has an incredible Chow Main dish that is worth trying. The noodles are marinated overnight, which gives it that burst of flavor.

Bake On The Run

3612 SE 82nd Ave, Portland, OR 97266

Open Tuesday to Saturday 11:30 am to 7 pm; Sunday 11:30 am to 6 pm

@bakeontherunpdx

Tempura Udon at Obon Shokudo

Tempura udon with tofu katsu and curried korokke

Udon noodles are a classic staple in Japanese cuisine and Obon Shokudo does it right. Obon Shokudo is an all vegan Japanese restaurant and they make their udon noodles in house. My favorite is their tempura udon and my the best part of the experience is smelling the fragrant broth as they bring their udon dish to you. It is mesmerizing and brings me a sense of comfort. Then I take a bite of their house made noodles and I’m in awe. This is one my most favorite dishes of all time and I’m sure it will be yours too.

Obon Shokudo

720 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97214

Open Wednesday to Monday 11:30 am to 9 pm

@obonpdx

You Po Mian at Bing Mi Dumpling and Noodle Bar

You Po Mian

Chow mein tends to be the popular noodle dish at Chinese restaurants but what I love about Bing Mi Dumpling and Noodle Bar is that you won’t see that here. Instead, you’ll find other popular noodle dishes you’d find in North Eastern China and that includes You Po Mian. It is a wide noodle dish with soy vinegar, garlic, green onions, sesame seeds, chili powder, and then splashed with shaanxi-style oil. It is a delicious dish that I keep coming back to.

Bing Mi Dumpling and Noodle Bar

2572 NW Vaughn St, Portland, OR 97210

Open Tuesday to Saturday 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, 4 pm to 8:30 pm

@bingmidumplingandnoodlebar

Want more recommendations around Portland, Oregon? Become a Vegan Foodie Member to gain access to the Vegan Portland Map. You’ll have all in one place with over 130 of the best spots to eat as a vegan . Both locations that are fully vegan and with vegan options.

Become a Vegan Foodie Member