My parents were recently in town and when asked where they want to eat they asked for that "noodle" place the wife and I always talk about. We went over for a late lunch (3pm) and waited about 10mins. Somehow I have never waited more than 10mins, but I have never tried to get a large group wedged into the small dining room. I also have not scoffed at sitting at the bar overlooking the street.
The dining room is dimly lit, plants and modest decor. The seats are mainly uncomfortable, but I guess that's intended, seeing as they want you to slurp your noodles and surrender your seat to the next person in line.
And now onto the food. $9 for a generous portion of awesome noodles with chicken, shrimp, or tofu. Should be all you need, but incase you're slow. The sauces are very well done. A balancing act of sweet, sour, spicy, and salty. This balancing act is often attempted as South East Asian food is a similar melting pot as is America. They also mix in fresh veggies which are perfectly cooked.
The spice can be ramped up to 5 which I have not yet braved as 4 is perfect for me. My parents were a little taken by a 2 though and my wife who is Korean and enjoys spice was not happy with a choice of a 3 once.
Judge for yourself. $12 with tip is as cheap as it gets.