I have been to noodlecat twice. The first time I went, really enjoyed it...they had a great happy hour and I ordered their spicy octopus which was very good. However, I ordered the crispy beef short rib ramen today and was a little disappointed
The broth was way too salty with no flavorful depth. I appreciated their take on kimchi in the broth but all it did was add more salt and no flavor. Maybe they should add fish sauce or fermented shrimp for that je nais se qua flavor apparent in traditional kimchi. What really broke my heart were the short ribs. I loved how they had it cut thin with the bones, but they cooked it to the point where it was dry and tough, kalbi (Korean style shortribs) should be tender and soft with a nice caramelization from the sugar. Maybe I caught them on an off day? I ordered carry out this time. Regardless I am in no hurry for a repeat visit or carry out order