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Duan Noodle House

Shop 2/359 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

Recommended by 73 people

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Shop 2/359 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

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+61 419 126 841
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Duan Noodle House

Tucked inside a Marrickville jazz lounge, Duan Noodle House operates as a discreet restaurant-within-a-restaurant. The big draw: hand-pulled biang biang noodles—stretched in view, slicked with sizzling chili oil, and topped with a braised beef rib. Regulars balance the heat with slow-simmered Vietnamese beef broth loaded with tendon. Settle into a dark booth with a cocktail from the bar while vintage soul spins in the background.

  • Speakeasy Jazz Setting: Hidden inside a corner jazz bar with low lighting, booth seating, and a classic soul and blues soundtrack.
  • Hand-Stretched Biang Biang: Belt-thick noodles pulled on-site, scalded with hot spiced oil, and topped with a substantial braised beef rib.
  • Northern-Style Broths: Rich, slow-simmered beef and chicken noodle soups packed with tender meat, meatballs, and aromatic herbs.
  • Full Bar Pairings: A concise cocktail list designed to pair with rich chili oil and deep, savory noodle bowls.
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Why Duan Noodle House Belongs on Your Table

Hand-pulled Xi'an noodles, soul-stirring Vietnamese broths, and cocktail bar energy hidden inside a Marrickville jazz lounge. Book your table now before word gets out.

  • Hand-Pulled Xi'an Biang Biang Noodles

    Belt-wide Xi'an biang biang noodles are stretched and pulled to order right in front of diners, topped with sizzling aromatic oil and tender braised beef rib.

    The noodles were thick, chewy and exactly how I like them, while the braised beef was beautifully seasoned and practically melted in my mouth.

    Jessica M Rizk

  • Slow-Simmered, Deeply Flavored Broths

    Simmered for clarity and depth, the kitchen's Vietnamese-style chicken and beef broths arrive packed with generous cuts of protein.

    full of flavour, clear broth and very generous amount of chicken.

    Anh tuan Dinh

  • Speakeasy Mood in a Jazz Lounge

    Tucked discreetly behind a corner jazz lounge, the dining room combines kitchen counter views with subdued lighting and classic soul tunes.

    The lighting was subdued, the bar gave way to a kitchen view, and the soundtrack was chill (with an abundance of soul and blues from an older time).

    Eric Holowacz

  • Bar-Quality Cocktail Pairings

    A dedicated cocktail list delivers refreshing, balanced sips crafted to cut cleanly through spicy oil-spill noodles and rich broths.

    the cocktails were honestly one of the highlights—definitely don't skip them.

    Mandy Ma

  • The Delight of a Hidden Discovery

    Entering through an unassuming jazz bar creates the thrill of discovering an insider culinary secret nestled in the Inner West.

    Also love that it’s a restaurant in a restaurant, very fun.

    Alex 馬布思 Matos

  • Generous, Comforting Satisfaction

    Bowls are packed with substantial portions of fall-apart meats and hearty toppings, providing pure comfort from start to finish.

    The portions were generous, with a good amount of protein and meat toppings. Definitely a satisfying meal!

    C-Mon

The most celebrated bowls and shared plates highlighted by diners.

  • Biang Biang Noodles with Braised Beef Rib

    The highlight for me was definitely the Biang Biang Noodles. The noodles were thick, chewy and exactly how I like them, while the braised beef was beautifully seasoned and practically melted in my mouth.

    Jessica M Rizk

  • Beef Pho

    My daughter got an equally large bowl of pho, so endowed with beef -- slices and meatballs and maybe tendon -- swimming in a broth so utterly complex and satisfying: we both went home happy having been among the early customers of Duan.

    Eric Holowacz

  • Chicken Pho

    what surprise me most is chicken noddle soup as it is full of flavour, clear broth and very generous amount of chicken.

    Anh tuan Dinh

  • Peking Duck Bao

    We also enjoyed their Peking duck bao which was deliciously tender

    Julia Truong

Other favorites

Complement your meal with crisp starters, house cocktails, hearty seafood wontons, and delicate desserts.

  • Cocktails

    the cocktails were honestly one of the highlights—definitely don't skip them.

    Mandy Ma

  • Cucumber Salad

    we also enjoyed the cucumber salad -- a simple, fresh, minimalist opener before the oil spillage and rich broth to come.

    Eric Holowacz

  • Wonton Noodle Soup

    Another dish I strongly recommend everyone to try is wonton noodle soup. Huge prawn, big scallop....big portion that I could not finish myself, had to share half with my kids.

    Anh tuan Dinh

  • Jasmin Tea Pudding

    finished off with their silky Jasmin tea pudding.

    Julia Truong

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you find the entrance?

Duan Noodle House is located inside a corner jazz bar, creating a speakeasy-like 'restaurant in a restaurant' setting with mood lighting and chill soul and blues music. Look for the bar entrance to head inside.

What are the standout dishes to order?

The signature dish is the hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles with braised beef rib, served dry with fragrant chili oil spices and greens. Vietnamese soups like the complex beef pho and chicken pho are also popular staples.

Do they serve cocktails?

Yes, Duan Noodle House serves cocktails alongside its food menu, making drinks a highlight of the dining experience tucked within the jazz bar.

Can you expect a wait for a table?

The intimate dining space can fill quickly during peak evening rushes, with Friday diners reporting waits of around 30 minutes for a table. Visiting on a quieter weekday or grabbing a drink at the bar while waiting is recommended.

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