Noodle

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The Scene
Located in downtown Decatur, Noodle is a magnet for a crowd that is young, energetic and mostly local. A glass front opens onto artfully painted cement floors, sleek furniture and clean architectural lines. Low lighting supplies ambience, but the noisy room will keep away those in search of a romantic evening.

The Food
Noodle specializes in large portions, handsomely presented. Reliable, Americanized flavors usually aren't far behind. Be sure to come with an appetite: The Crazy Lamb Mu Shu Wrap, a starter, is a meal on its own. A plate of intensely flavored beef curry rolls works far better than Noodle's lifeless steamed dumplings. If you've still got room for dinner, try the marinated Asian pork served with gently sauteed snow peas and carrots, or the Long Live Noodle with lobster--soft noodles laced with red peppers, peas and onions and topped with tender chunks of steamed lobster.