Sunday 22 May 2011

Restaurant Review: The Noodle Box (many locations in Victoria, and Vancouver)

Malay Style Fried Rice

Oh Noodle Box! It seems almost unnecessary to do a review as this particular chain has been so well received in Victoria. However, there's a gluten-free side to Noodle Box I need to share.
I'll be honest...I eat noodle box once or twice a week. As a student...its an affordable option, and if you haven't noticed, stirfrys are a very balanced meal (protein, carbs, veggies). I appreciate how The Noodle Box provides the option for making substitutions according to your taste or nutritional needs. Options like brown rice, low-carb, extra vegetables, no fish sauce (for vegans) and easy oil are available if you so choose. What the Noodle Box also has is a special system for accommodating gluten allergies--the work station gets cleaned, separate uncontaminated equipment is used, and all sorts of modifications take place to mime the box you've chosen into making it totally safe and delicious to eat! The staff is very knowledgeable, so don't be afraid to ask questions.

My favorite boxes:
Thai Style Chow Mein: gluten-free, made with rice noodles, and wheat-free tamari, add extra vegetables, with chicken or prawns, medium spicy.
Malay Fried Rice: gluten free, made with brown rice, and wheat-free tamari, medium spicy.

Be sure to take advantage of their frequent diner cards...get a stamp for each box you buy. It all adds up...especially if you're hooked on their dishes like me.
Note: Noodle Box takes pride in offering seasonal and local ingredients, and also free-range organic chicken.
[Image courtesy of http://thenoodlebox.net/]

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