We were seated after a few minutes of waiting - relatively quick during the mad lunch hour. We were given menus and drinks were ordered and served promptly. We were given ample time to browse the menus before placing our orders - don't you just hate it when you aren't? You can feel like you are being rushed; thankfully this was not the case.
The Hakka Noodle menu has a great range - with dishes such as: Guotie, Noodle Soup, Rice, Stir-fry and Noodle dishes. Hakka Noodle offers a lunch and dinner menu. along with a 'Daily Specials Menu' -and even a takeout menu! View the various menus below by following the link.
Hakka Noodle Belfast
For starters we had Guotie (Chicken Dumplings, which are pan fried Shanghai Style) with accompanying Garlic and Coriander Soya Sauce for dipping. The starter took a bit longer to be served as all the Guotie are freshly made. It was worth the wait - they were delicious! Could inhale a large plate full quite easily.
Next, for the main meal I had King Prawn Mushrooms with Chilli Black Bean on Crispy Noodles. and Singapore Vermicelli Noodles were also ordered. We both loved our dishes. I'd highly recommend mine, the crispy noodles were just right and an interesting contrast to the soft prawns.
Afterwards, we indulged in sharing two desserts - then I ate most of them myself. Ha. We had Banana Pancake Wraps and Deep Fried Ice Cream. The Pancake Wraps (with Fresh and Ice Cream) were real nice, although I enjoyed the Deep Fried Ice Cream more...
I've never tried Deep Fried Ice Cream before, and I have to say it was a pleasant surprise at how sweet it was. The Deep Fried Ice Cream was surrounded by a Honey moat - which was a great addition to the dish along with the Diced Pineapple and Fresh Cream. If going to try this dish yourself, note that it tastes like Coconut. So if not a Bounty Bar lover, I'd avoid.
Along with dessert, I had a Caramel Latte and some Jasmine Tea (both came with a Biscuit or Pastry). I've been wary of flavored teas after my disastrous Lemon and Chamomile Tea attempt at home a few years back. However, since I want to try new things more I decided to 'give-it-a-go' at least. It was quite nice, with a fragrant aroma and has made me want to try more flavored teas. It'll be a change from Tetley if anything...
As for the customer service it was very good, we went during the lunch hour and it was all hands on a busy deck. The staff were attentive and happy to help. Since English may not be the majority of the staffs first language, there is a slight barrier in understanding - but all orders are repeated before being placed with the kitchen. As for the price, it really can't be beat as it is so reasonable (great for students!) You get great quality food, for a fraction of the price for eating out in Belfast. Hakka Noddle is suitable for all - catering for the worker on their lunch hour, the hungry family, a catch up with friends or the couple wanting a dinner together. The menu has a simple system which indicates which dishes are: Spicy, Contain Nuts and Vegetarian Alternatives.
Chopsticks are optional for eating. I first looked at them in horror, imagining how I was going to stab at my Dumplings to be able to eat them. Yet, they were a lot easier to use than what my vivid imagination depicted. Even when I tried to use the fork and knife also provided, they felt clunky and difficult to manage compared to the chopsticks.
I really can't wait to go back, perhaps some Sunday (they offer a great value Sunday menu).
I can see Hakka Noodle becoming one of my favourite places to go in town - I can't really fault it anywhere.
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