Lou Lou
Noodle box used to be THE spot to visit in the neighborhood- wasn’t sure what happened to the hustling and bustling dining in vibes I was used to when we used to visit frequently? Perhaps it was because of the post-COVID increase in the take out culture, or just the competitive nature of the restaurant business these past few years? When I placed an order through UberEats on Wednesday night, I was suspicious of the one hour pick up time, thinking that it must have been the restaurant being cautious and overestimating. Long and behold, I arrived wayyy too early and saw the 10+ take out orders they were working on, with only one table opting to dine in. This is where the 5 stars for me came in - the person working at the front saw my shocked face, asked for my name and order, and alerted the kitchen to expedite my order. I haven’t had the best interactions with hospitality staff in Vancouver this past year, so this was an instant +++++ for me. I was so beyond grateful for their kindness and accommodation, and the entire hand off process made me want to come back this week lol. When I got home, the ginger beef bowl was hot and tasty, with a solid portion for the price I paid for. The spicyness wasn’t just spicy for the sake of it- it blended well with the rest of the dish. I had to stop myself from finishing the whole thing even though I was full already lol. Overall- a great great team working on September 24th, and I so appreciate it. Can’t wait to return
