I've been here once before but wasn't sure why I never came back... I tried Big Beef noodles again and regretted not coming back more to satisfy my noodle cravings.
Food 3/5
. We came on Saturday for lunch and ordered the pan-fried dumplings, braised beef noodles, classic beef noodles and spicy beef and tripe appetizer. To start, the dumplings were a nice two to three bite size. They were nice and crispy on the bottom and soft and juicy on the inside. It could've had a little bit more seasoning but if you use a lot of vinegar/soy sauce it won't be a problem for you. I've lately been on a search for the best spicy beef and tripe appetizer and this place sadly disappoints. There was more tripe than beef slices which is fine but the dish lacked flavor though it was in a plate of spicy oil. The flavor wasn't infused into the ingredients and basically just bathed in it. The beef noodles however were definitely a standout. I appreciate when a restaurant allows noodle customization as everyone has different preferences. This time I chose the flat thick but preferred the regular round after trying my friend's. Although the flat thick noodles were firmer in texture, it seemed like more quantity and by the end of the meal they became a bit soggy. The broth was nice and hearty without being too greasy. I particularly loved the thinly sliced radishes that soaked in all the flavors of the soup.
Service 4/5
The restaurant wasn't too busy at lunch time on Saturday. The server was nice and courteous, always attentive on when we needed waters refilled. I ordered a regular but was given a large and he was nice enough to change the price to honour what I ordered.
Overall Big Beef is a good place to satisfy noodle cravings. It has various noodle sizes and firmness to suit everyone's taste