Slurp Unlimited Noodles At This Asian Hidden Gem
Your move, Olive Garden
It wasn’t so long ago that if you told someone you were “going shopping under the Coconut Grove Metrorail station” they immediately scheduled an intervention. Now? It’s got a Sprouts Market, a Panera Bread, and a hidden little Asian spot where you can get unlimited noodles.
Yes, I said unlimited noodles.
The place is called TastiGo Kitchen, and in addition to putting out some of the top soup dumplings in Miami, they also bring you noodles until you tell them to stop. It’s an Asian noodle lover’s dream, where the quality matches the quantity, and you can absolutely stuff yourself for under $20. And if you’re the type who enjoys ramen even in warm weather, it’s gonna be a new regular spot.
Unlimited noodles? In this economy? How’s somewhere not called Souplantation pulling this off?
Because eating more than one bowl of these noodles is tough, even for a person of size like myself. Sure, TastiGo Kitchen probably gets the odd gastropod and/or marathon runner who downs carbs like they’re tap water. But the portions are generous, and though I went in with the idea of making TastiGo go broke I had to tap out after one order.
The scene: Is a modern, laid-back noodle shop filled with families. One of the cooler aspects of TastiGo Kitchen is the dumpling window, where you can entertain yourself during dinner by watching the cooks stretch noodles and fold dumplings. If that’s not exactly your idea of Must See TV, you can watch any number of anime shows on the TV over the bar.
What to eat and drink: “Noodles” is kind of a broad term, I get it. Narrow it down by ordering the cold dandan noodles, which put the ones you grew up on at P.F. Chang’s to shame. The spicy beef and cucumber are a perfect complement, and the chili on the noodles gives it a nice kick. The spicy short rib noodles are the move for ramen lovers, and you can get more protein with any noodle dish for a scant $8. So basically, your first noodle bowl is around $16, your second one is $8 – or free if you’re done with the meat.
The soup dumplings are also a must. I’ve seen the social media’s crying for Din Tai Fung in Miami, and as one who’s bWhat to eat and drink: “Noodles” is kind of a broad term, I get it. Narrow it down by ordering the cold dandan noodles, which put the ones you grew up on at P.F. Chang’s to shame. The spicy beef and cucumber are a perfect complement, and the chili on the noodles gives it a nice kick. The spicy short rib noodles are the move for ramen lovers, and if one short rib isn’t enough you can get an extra protein with your noodle refill for a scant $8.
The soup dumplings are also a must. I’ve seen the social media’s crying for Din Tai Fung in Miami, and as one who’s been to a couple of their locations I can safely say TastiGo is just as good. And there’s no line.
Pro tip: Cut a hole in the top of the soup dumplings and slurp the broth out before biting in. Otherwise your first dumpling bite will send broth squirting eight feet in every direction, resulting in a dry cleaning bill that doubles the cost of your lunch.
Perfect for: Feasting, or carb loading. Or laid-back lunch with delectable food.
Expect to pay: Under $20 per person
How’s the parking: TastiGo Kitchen has its own parking lot. But this is your chance to take the Metrorail!
@tastigo_kitchen // 2770 SW 27th Ave., Coconut Grove., Coconut Grove
