Alongside several others, The Noodle Exchange booth (located near the Traveler’s Cafe) is brand new for the 2021 Food & Wine Festival.
Here you’ll find dishes and beverages inspired by flavors of the Far East.
There is a range of noodles, including a spicy Vietnamese Beef Pho and a plant-based Pho option made with tofu. These might not sound appetizing on a summer day, but they are much lighter compared to some soups.
But, if you really want something refreshing to help you cool off, grab yourself a Green Tea Pale Ale, which was one of our favorites of the entire festival.
Here’s everything you need to know about The Noodle Exchange booth, including reviews, photos, and our must-trys.
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Overview
Location: Near Traveler’s Café
Nearby booths: Refreshment Port, Earth Eats, Australia
Nearby seating locations: Outdoor seating area by Earth Eats with a variety of tables (some have umbrellas and are shaded)
Not to miss: Shrimp and Coconut Curry Rice Noodles, Playalinda Brewing Company Yaupon Brothers Green Tea Pale Ale
The Noodle Exchange Booth Menu
Food
| Our Rating | Menu Item | Price | Special Diet | Disney Dining Plan Snack? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3/5 | Traditional Spicy Vietnamese Beef Pho with Shaved Beef, Enoki Mushrooms, and Thai Basil (new) | $5.50 | GF | N/A |
| 4.3/5 | Char Siu Pork Udon with Enoki Mushrooms, Bok Choy, and Soy Pickled Egg (new) | $5.50 | N/A | |
| 5/5 | Shrimp and Coconut Curry Rice Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms and Thai Basil (new) | $6.25 | GF | N/A |
| 2.5/5 | Tofu Pho with Enoki Mushrooms and Thai Basil (new) | $5.50 | GF, PB | N/A |
Beverages
| Our Rating | Menu Item | Price | Made with Alcohol? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/5 | Playalinda Brewing Company Yaupon Brothers Green Tea Pale Ale, Titusville, FL (new) | $5.00 (6 oz.) / $9.00 (12 oz.) | Yes |
| 2.3/5 | A to Z Riesling, Oregon (new) | $5.00 | Yes |
Photos & Reviews
Traditional Spicy Vietnamese Beef Pho
A gluten and wheat-friendly traditional spicy Vietnamese Beef Pho served with shaved beef, enoki mushrooms, and Thai basil.
Price: $5.50
Special Diets: Gluten-friendly
Rating: 2.3/5
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Really boring taste. I don’t even like salt but this needed it.
Heather: Great flavor but tricky to eat. Spicy. The basil really comes through.
Felicia: Another great pho option. Savory broth and delicious beef.
Char Siu Pork Udon
Char siu pork (which literally means “fork roasted” pork) served with enoki mushrooms, bok choy, and soy pickled egg.
Price: $5.50
Special Diets: N/A
Rating: 4.3/5
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Liked the light flavors of this. Not too salty. Great flavors.
Heather: Hear me out – I know pho on a hot day sounds icky but the flavor of the broth was delicious. I really loved it.
Felicia: I would love to get this pho at a restaurant in the air conditioning. Great flavor.
Shrimp and Coconut Curry Rice Noodles
Shrimp and Coconut Curry Rice Noodles served with shiitake mushrooms and a savory thai basil.
Price: $6.25
Special Diets: Gluten-friendly
Rating: 5/5
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Fantastic mix of flavors. Spicy food lovers will love this.
Felicia: This has a nice amount of heat to the spice and I love it. This is great.
Tofu Pho
A plant-based (and gluten and wheat-friendly) pho made with tofu and served with enoki mushrooms, and Thai basil.
Price: $5.50
Special Diets: Gluten-friendly, plant-based
Rating: 2.5/5
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Bland flavor except for a surprising kick.
Heather: Really not a fan of this one. How can something be spicy but also bland?!
Felicia: This was bland and just had heat to the broth. Not for me.
Allyson: This is a nice vegetation option (because there aren’t many), but it’s a lot for a hot day. It has some spice, but bland. I’d rather spend my money at Earth Eats.
Yaupon Brothers Green Tea Pale Ale
From Playalinda Brewing Company in Titusville, Florida, Yaupon Brothers Green Tea Pale Ale is an American Pale Ale with hints of green tea and honey.
Price: $5.00 (6 oz.) / $9.00 (12 oz.)
Made with Alcohol?: Yes
Rating: 5/5
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Yum! A highlight here. Wouldn’t hesitate to order the larger size of this drink.
Heather: Such a light and refreshing beer with hints of green tea. I’d buy this one again.
Felicia: I loved this. It has a subtle green tea flavor that is refreshing and delicious. Love this beer.
Allyson: Loved this so much. Would get it again — as a 12 oz. Such good flavors.
A to Z Riesling
From Oregon, this aromatic Riesling from A to Z Wineworks is rich with fresh citrus and tropical notes.
Price: $5.00
Made with Alcohol?: Yes
Rating: 2.3/5
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Don’t usually like Rieslings, but liked this one. Light, should counter the spiciness of some of the food.
Heather: Something sweet should pair well with the spicy options at this booth, unfortunately this wasn’t the one.
Felicia: If you like alcoholic sugary grape juice, this wine is for you.
Allyson: Much too sweet for me.
Food & Wine Booth map
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Food & Wine Festival Booth links
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- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Joffrey’s
- Kenya – NEW!
- Lobster Landing – NEW!
- Mac & Eats – NEW!
- Mexico
- The Noodle Exchange – NEW!
- Refreshment Outpost
- Refreshment Port hosted by Boursin® Cheese
- Rotunda Bistro – NEW!
- Shimmering Sips hosted by CORKCICLE®
- Spain
- The Swanky Saucy Swine – NEW!
- Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina – NEW!
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Read more about this year’s Food & Wine Festival
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Here’s everything we’ve put together so far!
- 2021 Food & Wine Festival Map (interactive & with all our favorites)
- Complete Guide to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival
- Our favorite Epcot Food & Wine booths
- Best seating areas at Food & Wine (with indoor and outdoor options)
- The best vegetarian options at this year’s Food & Wine Festival
- How we prepared for Epcot Food & Wine 2021
- Best values at Epcot Food and Wine 2021
- Best kid-friendly options at Epcot Food and Wine 2021
- 9 Epcot Food and Wine Tips to Help You Navigate the 2021 Festival
- PODCAST – Our favorite Food & Wine Festival Booths (with daily updates)