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Calling all noodle soup lovers, you must try crossing-the-bridge-noodle-soup if you haven’t already! This noodle soup variation originates from the Yunnan province in China. For me, crossing-the-bridge-noodle-soup is like a mini hot pot experience. Flavourful broth is served piping hot in a large pot and accompanied with a variety of toppings/ingredients. Upon being served, you have all the ingredients “cross the bridge” into the pot – i.e. put all ingredients into the pot along with your rice noodles (often times with unlimited refills) and enjoy! Here are 3 spots where you can find Crossing-the-bridge noodle soup in Edmonton.

Dagu Rice Noodle
10408 Jasper Ave

Dagu Rice Noodle was the first brand to offer crossing-the-bridge noodles in Edmonton. This spot is spacious and centrally located. They have a variety of broth options for crossing-the-bridge noodle soup and also offer many other soup noodle options, in general. My go-to broth has always been the tomato broth! I also highly recommend trying the drinks out at Dagu! Their bubble tea and mixed drinks are fantastic and I love that they come up with new seasonal items regularly.
Full blog post on Dagu

Yunshang Rice Noodle
10167 109 St

Yunshang Rice Noodle is the latest chain to open in Edmonton with a specialty in crossing-the-bridge-noodle-soup. Famously known for soups, they too also have some different broth options to choose from. Aside from their noodle soup options, they serve other mains like rice/noodle dishes and have a number of delicious appetizers as well. I always enjoy their popcorn chicken and would recommend trying their cold dishes, like the beef with chilli sauce and cilantro. Plus their desserts and drinks have always been a great accompaniment to our meals, the Coconut Lava Balls are a must try. Overall, you can definitely expect a well-rounded meal here.

Shimiaodao Yunnan Rice Noodle
8613 109 St

Located nearby Whyte Ave, Shimiaodao is a smaller shop that has a menu focusing on these delicious noodle soups. Their interior is nice but compared to other businesses, it is a more intimate location. Nonetheless, if you’re in the mood for some crossing-the-bridge-noodles, this is another option to add to your list. My go to choice always seems to be the tomato broth, which didn’t disappoint when I visited here.

All in all, you can’t go wrong with any of these great restaurant picks. Crossing-the-bridge-noodle-soup is a fun experience that is sure to hit the spot for when you have those noodle cravings. Hope you find an opportunity to try one of these spots!