Fast-casual Vietnamese eatery The Alley Noodle Bar to open in McKinney

A new restaurant specializing in Vietnamese-style noodles is slated to open in McKinney this April.

Tuan Tran is opening The Alley Noodle Bar, a fast-casual dining concept, at 7701 Stacy Road, Ste. 700. While there are several noodle bars in the area, Tran pointed out the noodles have to have a certain fat content for ramen, whereas Vietnamese broth is a little lighter, he said.

The Alley Noodle Bar will feature a regular beef noodle broth and a spicy broth option. Chicken and vegetarian options will also be available. In addition to pho noodle bowls, the restaurant will also serve chicken wings, spring rolls, salads and more.

“Our whole premise is fun and healthy Vietnamese food,” Tran said, adding all of the meals are free of genetically modified organisms, and gluten-free options will be available.

While The Alley Noodle Bar will accommodate dine-in and takeaway customers in the front of the house, the kitchen has the potential to perform double duty, hosting other food concepts that can be picked up through DoorDash or other third-party vendors, Tran said.

The restaurant is now hiring, and those interested in positions can email [email protected]. A website and phone number are coming soon.