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Tank Noodle

Tank Noodle

Vietnamese Restaurant, Noodle Restaurant, and Asian Restaurant$$$$
Uptown, Chicago
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    This Vietnamese restaurant is famous for their noodle soup. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Renee G.
    "Hands down, best bubble tea and pho in Chicago!"(68 Tips)
    Czarina
    "And their Thai milk tea boba is delicious (easy on the ice though)."(13 Tips)
    Steph T.
    "Best bubble tea in Chicago."(2 Tips)
    Sean L.
    "Banh mi is awesome too"(3 Tips)
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  • Eater
    EaterOctober 11, 2016
    The longtime family-owned spot serves Chicago's best bowl of pho, but there are a seemingly unlimited amount of finds on the 200-item menu full of soups, noodle dishes, rice, banh mi, and much more. Read more
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    Chris SteeleAugust 8, 2014
    I don't want to know the nutritional value of a Thai iced tea smoothie. I only want to know how many unicorns gave their lives to make this magical concoction possible.
    Upvoted Oct 13
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    Thurgood CoatsAugust 24, 2015
    Loved the tank noodle special and the mango bubble tea! The appetizer sampler was a great way to start the meal as well. Service suffers due to how the floor is run, but just bring your patience.
  • Cindy K.
    Cindy KurmanAugust 10, 2014
    Love our waiter. He's the real deal. Sat down next to me while I ordered! Probably wouldn't fly downtown but outside on Argyle, perfect. Ordered the sizzling Crepe, one of my Vietnamese! Delish
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneJuly 2, 2015
    Tank Noodle handles the Vietnamese tradition of avocado-as-dessert with characteristic decadence, mixing Haas avocados with sugar and half-and-half to arrive at a lush, pudding-like treat. Read more
  • David D.heart icon on user image
    David D.March 2, 2018
    Everything is great; #7 appetizer and #40 are our go to’s. Green tea bubble tea! Always crowded; inexpensive VN food; Chicago’s best!
  • Autumn C.heart icon on user image
    Autumn ChoiApril 30, 2019
    Only tried their combo pho, which is good. Generous portion, good food, quick service, good English menu. But there was hair in my water.
  • Chefs Feed
    Chefs FeedApril 15, 2016
    A big bowl of Tank’s phở is delicious, but the catfish really gets my taste buds going. If I’m feeling really gluttonous, I’ll get the catfish and pork simmered in a clay pot. Read more
  • PureWow
    PureWowFebruary 23, 2017
    A brightly lit dining room at Tank Noodle for you to fish up tender pieces of beef brisket from your bowl of steaming Vietnamese pho. Read more
  • Konrad S.
    Konrad StefanSeptember 9, 2016
    After being spoiled by NYC pho for many years, I thought it would be hard to find anything close but Tank Noodle definitely hits the spot.
  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 12, 2011
    Uptown's Argyle Street is also known as Little Saigon and Tank Noodle is the crown jewel for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine, especially the various steaming bowls of pho. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
  • Erika D.heart icon on user image
    Erika DavisJune 8, 2015
    I usually get pho Thai. Their broth is good, and they give you good portion. I especially like their Vietnamese spring roll with Shrimp!
  • Brittany N.
    Brittany NicoleAugust 30, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    I have been to many Vietnamese places. However, this is still the very best bowl of pho I can find in Chicago. BYOB also
  • Scott K.
    Scott KnitterOctober 26, 2013
    Really liked the #100. Pork chop, egg cake thingy, and rice. All of it delicious. Lime juice and soda drink. $35 paid for dinner for two.
  • Jack R.heart icon on user image
    Jack ReidMarch 7, 2016
    Had the traditional pho and it was delicious - you get so much food I couldn't finish!
  • Bobby K.heart icon on user image
    Bobby KennedyAugust 2, 2018
    It's the most popular place on Argyle, but it's also the most consistent. The phở is always on point.
  • Cynthia Y.heart icon on user image
    Cynthia YoungAugust 16, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    All done! Best pho is Chicago... And cafe sua da is mighty strong too!
  • Czarina
    CzarinaJanuary 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    It's always crowded bc their food is great! I always get #43! And their Thai milk tea boba is delicious (easy on the ice though).
  • gRoOvE
    gRoOvEMarch 21, 2014
    ¡Best Phö Ga in the history of life! Get a plum bubble tea too!
  • Nguyen-Anh L.
    Nguyen-Anh LeOctober 20, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't fret about which Pho number dish to order. It's like ordering pizza. The base - the key part - is the same. Then you just choose your toppings :)
  • Spoon University
    Spoon UniversityJanuary 3, 2017
    Bourdain praised their spicy pho, but with over 230 dishes on their menu, Tank Noodle has something for everyone (even those that hate the heat). Read more
  • David C.heart icon on user image
    David CurielNovember 29, 2014
    I think tank noodles serves some of the best pho in the city,always great for those cold days or hangovers
  • Kellen T.heart icon on user image
    Kellen TerrettAugust 8, 2014
    This is the place I always return to for pho. Love the seating and overall environment.
  • Joseph B.heart icon on user image
    Joseph B.February 26, 2018
    Large menu, but you have to be kind of adventurous. I chose well and had a good meal, would go back.
  • Jamar M.
    Jamar McCrayJanuary 13, 2013
    Everything is enough to feed two people.. so go there with the mind state of sharing. Order mutiple dishes!
  • Dale J.
    Dale JenningsJanuary 8, 2021
    The owner was a part of the superspreader Trump riots in D.C.
  • The Feast
    The FeastJune 9, 2011
    No need to doll yourself up on a Saturday night for this humble BYOB. Overlook the less than flattering decor and prepare for aromatic beef pho and other Vietnamese specialties.
  • Clyde D.heart icon on user image
    Clyde DwyerDecember 29, 2014
    Bahn xeo. Amazingly crispy, especially with little bites of crisp pork belly.
  • Evelyn T.
    Evelyn TaylorSeptember 29, 2013
    The food is great, but service is slowww! Try the lemon grass chicken on rice and sweet and sour cabbage!! Great!
  • Amy R.heart icon on user image
    Amy RobertsonNovember 19, 2016
    The XL bowl is great to share between two people, but I'm not a fan of the tendon
  • Erdem G.heart icon on user image
    Erdem GokturkAugust 29, 2021
    good noodle, generous portions, little worn out shop though
  • Steph T.heart icon on user image
    Steph TaylorFebruary 8, 2016
    Best bubble tea in Chicago. Definitely try the matcha green tea flavor.
  • Christina B.
    Christina BowersApril 12, 2012
    Bun thit nuong comes with very little bun. Also beware of diff between pork (more traditional prep) and beef (a bit dry and seasoned with lemongrass)
  • Darren K.heart icon on user image
    Darren KroenkeJanuary 17, 2014
    Get there early, like 5:30, to avoid the wait. Still worth it though even if you end up in line.
  • Jack S.
    Jack StullJuly 2, 2013
    Delicious green tea, bubble tea. Employee advised us to try it with banana next time:)
  • Guido D.
    Guido DavidzonMarch 8, 2014
    Great and authentic Vietnamese food. One Of The best I've been in USA.
  • Melissa A.heart icon on user image
    Melissa AuFebruary 14, 2015
    The best Pho in town in my opinion. My go to choice is #40!
  • Vince G.
    Vince GarciaNovember 14, 2012
    They play Dj Flipside podcasts here!! Awesome! The pho is good too, but my favorite is the watermelon slush
  • JJ K.
    JJ KimDecember 3, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Best pho in Chicago. Always packed while other restaurant around are nearly empty. Price is good, food is awesome.
  • Susan B.
    Susan B-KSeptember 8, 2013
    The pho is delicious, and the sweetie banana cake is perfect for dessert.
  • Matthew P.
    Matthew PattersonApril 9, 2013
    Great service and vast menu. Pho is good but they tend too put too many tendons in with the beef
  • Cedric A.
    Cedric A.November 30, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    #43, go with the double order of noodles, 2 spoonfuls of sri racha sauce, and a generous amount of bean sprouts. And a strawberry/pineapple smoothie. Done.
  • Ryan P.heart icon on user image
    Ryan PaganJanuary 20, 2014
    Great place but the vegetarian spring rolls were not that good and the sauce was way too sweet the pho was awesome!!
  • Evelyn T.
    Evelyn TaylorSeptember 29, 2013
    The food is great, but service is slowww. Try the lemon grass chicken on rice. Awesome!
  • James B.heart icon on user image
    James BarathJuly 15, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Everyone knows their Pho rocks. Order a watermelon boba if you desire a super refreshing drink.
  • Quinn S.heart icon on user image
    Quinn SMarch 15, 2015
    The phõ is the best
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoFebruary 18, 2012
    There is almost always a line. Be patient and you will be rewarded. The pho is amazing.
  • Cristina E.heart icon on user image
    Cristina EMarch 3, 2016
    Theres too much sauce on stir fry veggies! Good coconut bubble tea
  • Lasantha R.
    Lasantha RanasingheAugust 6, 2013
    Try the rice dish with grilled pork chop, Chinese sausage and fried egg!!!!!
  • Andru-Scot S.heart icon on user image
    Andru-Scot SpanglerDecember 8, 2015
    Best Oxtail Pho, I've ever eaten.
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