Noodles & Company

Noodles is Noodles is Noodles.
That being said, this location loses stars because I am sitting in it right this instant and FREEZING TO DEATH. They have the air on full blast and it’s barely 50 degrees outside! I’m seriously considering going to my car and getting a coat.
It’s not an isolated incident either… the last time I was at this location it was JANUARY and still practically colder inside the store than outside.
It must be their way of discouraging loitering or something because this is ridiculous.
EDIT: I went to the car and got my coat.
EDIT²: Coat didn’t help. I had to leave. Took it off before I went outside to make a point.

Potstickers aren’t suppose to be flat … Pad Thai is suppose to have thin noodles and loads of veggies and not as saucy.

To the noodles I scurried, with a hole in my heart
Praying that Mac and cheese will do its part,
In relieving this nagging ache
Today, think I’ll add some marinated steak
To drink, a root beer, my favorite, IBC
For dessert, a classic, a giant rice krispee
Oh, Noodles, how great you are
Diners, they come from near and far
In search, they say, of your pastas and treats
For there is no other, at least in this realm, that can match your feats

The pasta is nothing special. The Mac and cheese is simply boiled pasta and shredded cheese placed on top, the Penne Rosa is tongue tingling in spice terms, at best. In addition, they put too many embellishments and not enough consumable food. The service was unfriendly and scatterbrained, as well as unhelpful, my cashier couldn’t seem more uninterested in her customer’s needs. Overall, it’s quite pricey, and with the price you pay for a regular bowl (which still leaves you hungry) you could buy an entire box of pasta. I will not be returning unless forced to.

We have dined at various noodles and comp locations and the recipe always felt consistent. Last week we bought Pad Thai noodles and Thai Curry soup. Surprisingly both were bland and the noodles had no flavor, horrible!!! How could it be? I am goon to stay away from this location.

Noodles & Company you are as vital to me as the blood that runs through my veins. Every dish is a delicious bowl of Christmas morning for my insides. From your penne rosa to your mac & cheese with pork. How can I live without you inside me? I hope to never find out, for the withdrawals may very well kill me.

So normally I would give thus place at least 3 stars but not today!!!
I usually get the spicy chicken Cesar sandwich and it’s amazing… it would have shredded chicken, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, tortilla strips and some kind of spicy sauce on the side… Well NOT today!!! I got one of the worst sandwiches that they could have ever made… My chicken was dry but somehow my tortilla strips were not crispy at all, they were so moist and mushy that when I tried to pick it up it was falling apart in my hands!!! The darn sauce wasn’t mixed at all. It’s like the hot sauce part of it was all stuck to the lid while the creamier part was in the cup… I was just so disgusted that I could not even eat it and on top of that I was on a thirty minute lunch break and did not have time to go back. Can you say that I am one pissed off and hungry customer!!!
We’ll let me rephrase that, I am pissed off and hungry but they have surely lost me as a customer… If you don’t believe me check my pictures

Always enjoy noodles. Same quality food at each one as expected. It’s a good run chain restaurant.
Tonight was Indonesian peanut sauté. Very good, could have been more spicy but next time I will just order it that way.
Enjoyed my meal and the restaurant. The bathroom needed much attention! Was a mess and smelled of old pee…

Love their food, and love their service.

Came here on a Saturday 8.50pm.read: non peak period. There were about 3 tables that were occupied in the restaurant at that time, two unmanned cashier counters that says «Welcome to Noodles» and one that was manned by a young lady at the far end (the sign showed pick up order only). Proceeded to one of the unmanned cashier counters.
Here’s where the problem happened
1. We stood behind one of the cashier for at least 10 whole minutes waiting for service. During this whole time, the three ladies behind the counter counter (including the one manning the «pick-​up only») walked by us multiple times. Not a single eye contact.
2. At least two of the ladies didn’t even seem to be working (e.g. preparing dishes), they were just chatting with one another and with some cooks in the kitchen.
3. The one that was manning the pick-​up counter walked by us (in front of us) a few times, never looked once at us, and never gestured us towards her.
4. After being ignored, we were getting irate and we asked if we were ever going to be served. The two ladies (that were hanging out doing nothing earlier) said «Oh this counter isn’t open, you need to go to the last counter» — pointing at the pick-​up counter lady. The cashier had a blank stare.
It’s as though they just hired a bunch of high school kids who dread coming here because the parents refused to give them extra allowance and they feel forced to do some actual work.
Sorry, but never again.
We were so hungry we went across to Whole Foods for some deli takeout. Mmm so much better!

I have been here a couple of times for lunch. The penne rosa is very good and so is their cheesy garlic bread. The prices are good and you can choose between a small or regular portion. They have ample seating and it’s usually very clean in there. It does get busy at lunch time, but they manage to get the food out fairly quickly.

When a macaroni & cheese craving hits, I hit up Noodles & Co.
I’ve ordered the Wisconsin mac & cheese several times, and added parmesan chicken a few times. The macaroni is creamy and hits the spot for a comfort food craving. It’s a little bland, but it does the job. The chicken, however, isn’t worth the $ 2.50. Every time, the coating falls off the chicken and I end up eating bits of coating sans chicken.
They re-​vamped this restaurant a little. There’s more seating, which was much needed. It gets VERY busy in the summertime with students, moms with kids, and teachers. A fancy new soda machine, and fancy salt & pepper grinders. But the siracha and hot sauce that used to be on each table are now gone. What the heck? I liked adding a bit of siracha to my mac, it needs a boost.
If you’re an office slave, don’t come here alone unless you want to listen to conversations between mothers like this one:
A mother walks in with 3 children, sits down and chats with them quietly while they eat. A few minutes later, a second mother walks in with 2 children, and as she sits she starts asking the first mother questions about her kids. Turns out, the 2 youngest of the 3 are twins.
«OH WERE THEY IN VITRO?» she loudly asks across tables.
I gobbled my last few bites, gathered my stuff and left. I’ve known women who have gone through that process. We’re talking about something very long, invasive, and emotional. It’s a personal journey. Not something to be discussed, or overheard by, complete strangers.
Great place to take kids though, since they don’t know what a uterus is yet they’ll be more interested in their meatballs. I’m going to re-​think it the next time I want macaroni & cheese though and I’ll probably go somewhere else since this establishment is overridden with moms and kids.

What’s awesome about this place is that it can please even the pickiest eaters. Don’t like thai food? Okay, here’s some spaghetti. Don’t want pasta? Have a sandwich. The food is great and always comes out quickly. The variety on this menu can keep you from getting bored with this place for a long while.

I’ve been to Noodles and company a few times but have only checked in once. I have to admit, it’s been a while since my last visit and glad I went back. I really like this place as a change of pace from the usual sandwich lunch option. Great service, nice variety on the menu and a clean atmosphere. I had the new portabella mushroom truffle oil pasta and was not disappointed. They have real good salads also. Great place for a quick luch or a casual stop while shopping!

We came here for lunch during our visit to Naperville. This isn’t your ordinary Noodles franchise. Being located on a small, busy main street shopping district, the restaurant has a look unique to its location, rather than the familiar exterior of other locations around the Chicago area. One thing about downtown Naperville is that despite the presence of some national chains, the shops maintain a unique appearance and preserve the character of the town’s main street.
The place can probably use a larger dining area, but we found a table off to the side in back of the restaurant. The vintage bare brick walls and old-​fashioned exterior make it look like Noodles must have occupied the corner space for decades.
Despite the number of people inside, service was prompt and we were able to order quickly and get our food surprisingly fast too.

Love, love, love this place. Just tried the new BBQ salad with tofu instead of chicken. Yummy!
I really appreciate the call ahead option. Saves time waiting in line when I only have a short lunch break.

Noodles and Co has a really weird menu. I mean– whaaaaaaaaat up. You can get a cheese steak sandwich or Japanese street noodles. You can get mac and cheese or pad thai. My brain is going crazy. Is this the backwards world? Are the mayans and my crazy coworker right– is the end of days near and noodles and co decided to live like we are all dying?
Anyway, I digress. This establishment is clean and accommodating. The menu offers surprises for everyone and the food is good. My 2 yr old is trying to rip the computer out of my arms. I am out.

Okay, I seriously do not know anyone who doesn’t like Noodles! One tip when you go here-​when they ask you if you want any protein– that means meat… Which I do know… but had a moment of «huh» when they asked me if I wanted any with my penne rosa (I love the spice in it!) You get the option of grilled or crispy and there are tons of way to play the menu when you get inside!
This is one of my favorite lunch spots!

I love Noodles and Company! Prices are fair and you get a lot for whatbyou pay for. Everything is fresh and tastes so good. Employees there are friendly. The décor is consistant with all other restaurants.
Great place to go for a casual dining place with friends and family.

I think today was the first time since last year that I visited this Noodles location… and my whole reason for going was my birthday coupon!
It had been a long day at work, I was famished and ran home to check email before fixing dinner. In popped my coupon for one FREE dish at Noodles & Co! Away I went, with dreams of pesto cavatappi in my mind.
All in all, I don’t think I would come here regularly, because of the price. The food I had was good, and served in a reasonably quick amount of time. The servers were polite and the tables looks clean. (I also appreciate the bar stool seats for single eaters or while you wait.) I just have a hard time paying for pasta because its one thing I know how to cook!
However, I haven’t found a better birthday coupon, so I know I’ll be back! You too can sign up for a coupon online… then stop in any time in the two weeks around your birthday! Easy, peasy pasta!