Start with the dark aromatic broth
The broth includes dark soy, palm sugar, garlic, white pepper and aromatics including star anise. Rin’s version does not use pork blood. Each bowl is finished individually before serving.
Choose wider sen yai rice noodles or thinner sen lek, then select chicken, beef, pork, prawn, tofu or vegetables. Tell the team how much chilli you enjoy when ordering.
Important gluten and vegan checks
The soup base contains gluten, so dark noodle soup cannot be offered as a gluten-free dish at Charm Thai Cafe. Rice noodles do not change that. See our gluten-free guidance for other choices.
For a vegan bowl, request tofu or vegetables with fish sauce and animal-derived seasonings omitted. Discuss allergies separately because the kitchen is shared.
Try the bowl here or at home
Book a table at 67 Copley Road, call for collection, or ask about local delivery. Delivery costs £2 within eight miles, with coverage confirmed from your full address and postcode.
If you want another noodle dish with a very different character, compare our Khao Soi curry noodles or Pad Thai.
For a shared meal, you can pair the soup with a starter or choose a second main with a different texture. The current menu lists the available dishes and prices before you call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Charm Thai Cafe’s dark noodle soup contain pork blood?
No. Rin’s dark noodle soup does not use pork blood. The dark broth includes soy, palm sugar, star anise and other aromatics.