Native Noodles

Initially born out of a successful 2019 run as a vendor at the Queens Night Market and owned by Amy Pryke, Singaporean cuisine shines here. After some pandemic-fueled delays, Native Noodles now has their own brick-and-mortar restaurant in Washington Heights and we easily consider it one of the best new restaurants in NYC. In partnership with executive chef Joseph Medina (co-owner of Hawaiian restaurant, Makana), signature dishes include Laksa Noodles (slow-cooked coconut and shrimp curry, thick rice noodles, bean sprouts, crispy onions); Pork & Shrimp Wontons; and the creamy Satay Peanut Noodles. One of the best sellers is a not-so-easily-found-in-NYC item called the Roti John Sandwich, which is egg, ground beef, caramelized onions, and spicy ketchup on a toasted hero. On the dessert program there’s Fluffy Pandan Waffles, Mango Pudding, and Milo (a chocolate malt drink served over ice).

Focusing on Singaporean cuisine, Native Noodles was initially born out of a successful 2019 run as a vendor at the Queens Night Market (which is set to return next month). A signature Laksa Noodle dish by founder and Singapore native, Amy Pryke, helped make her brand a hit, and after pandemic-related delays, the Washington Heights brick and mortar debuted last year. Operating in partnership with executive chef Joseph Medina (co-owner of Hawaiian restaurant, Makana), the casual all-day uptown eatery offers seating on a first come, first served basis. Popular menu items include Pork & Shrimp Wontons; Chili Crab Pasta with egg drop sauce; Satay Peanut Noodles; and an item not easily found in NYC, the Roti John Sandwich with egg, ground beef, caramelized onions, and spicy ketchup on a toasted hero. Desserts include kaya butter Toast, Fluffy Pandan Waffles, and Mango Pudding.