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| - I came here for lunch with a client recently, and am happy to report that I was pleasantly surprised. I think, in part, this was due to some realistic expectations (thanks Yelpers!) and the fact that it was a super cold day and the hot soup noodles were just what I needed. The most important point about Liberty Noodle, and this is neither a negative nor a positive, is that it is NOT Asian food. Yes, it boasts Asian flavours, but there is no authenticity here; and to that point, I don't think it can even consider it Fusion. Think of it as a place that boasts a creative use of Asian flavours and spice, with attentive service, and you and Liberty Noodle will get along just fine.
For my lunch, I think the appetizers really shined. We started with the breaded and fried calamari and shrimp; the breading was light and fried just right, and the wasabi & coriander mayo dip was perfect (note: the wasabi flavor was barely noticeable, but I preferred it, actually). I took the advice from a fellow Yelper and ordered the Apple Slaw salad - it was a star! Crunchy, fresh, and the cilantro vinegarette tasted amazing!
The entrees were exactly as expected, but ultimately, nothing to write home about. I ordered the Vegetable Miso Ramen. It came hot and favourful - but, was neither Miso flavoured nor were the noodles the right Ramen consistency. This is what I mean about the lack of authenticity; if you expected a real bowl of Japanese Ramen, you would be sorely disappointed - but, as a bowl of favourful soup noodles, I would say - go for it! Given that the word "Noodle" is in the name, I feel the need to give Liberty Noodle one piece of advice, which is: change your noodle supplier. Even if the noodles were cooked longer and more tender, whatever brand you are using doesn't seem to be made for soup noodles - frankly, it does your delicious broth a disservice. My client ordered the beef curry on rice, which was flavourful, but the beef was cooked a bit tough. I, myself, would try one of the rice dishes the next time I come.
I think the space is rather cute, very warehouse-chic, and our waitress couldn't have been more friendly or attentive. We did arrive slightly early, in order to secure a seat, and when the lunch rush came, it did get quite lively and loud. I wouldn't venture out specifically to eat here, but when in the neighbourhood, I'm happen to consider it a viable option.
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