Overall the experience was amazing. My wife got some dumplings and I got some beef noodles. Both delicious. I also the the lamb burger. In my opinion it wasn't good. To be fair, I've never had good lamb....that said it was bone dry and hard to swallow. As far as the service, it was also amazing and the ambiance was cozy and perfectly acceptable. Thus the 4 star rating. I'd say absolutely give it a try! I'll be back when I'm in town again! read more

Absolutely delicious noodles and dumpling spot. We ordered a large variety of things, all of which were insanely good. Definitely see why this is a spot in the area. My personal favorite were the doughy pockets of meat. The wide noodles were also insanely good. Would for sure return! read more

We were in town for the week and made a point of making our way to Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles. It was a beautiful Friday in June so we walked from our Chelsea hotel and were seated immediately. We ordered the signature beef noodle dish with wide noodles, a pork "hamburger" , a coke and a Sapporo. The noodles arrived first and they looked great. We realized pretty quickly what the scissors are for: cutting the very long noodles before they were unmanageable getting them into your face or smaller dish. The noodles were nicely chewy and not too soft and the beef was tasty. The herbs and slices of crisp daikon were a nice addition and the broth was mildly spicy. I added more chili oil to my individual bowl. Nice! The pork burger was hot and had good flavor. Service was very friendly and prompt. The ambiance was quiet and calm. We will be back again soon! 8/10 read more

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Good value food. You will be full and not broke. Staff are super accomodating. Food is prepared quickly. Super fast delivery--literally the quickest that the food can even be prepared! $17 Braised beef noodle soup is satisfying and filling. Big portion--they give you a loooot of broth and noodles! Look at the enormous container of broth! Easily can split into two normal sized portions. The broth was a bit too fatty for my liking. Once mixed with noodles, it became better. Additional $5 for added braised beef was worth it--the total amount of food could easily feed two or serve as two meals for one. Braised beef was flavorful and juicy--appreciated the quality. I asked for not spicy, yet the broth and the beef were spicy--I was dishing out the red peppe flakes and large chunks of ginger. If you don't like spicy, be aware that your sinuses will clear out, so grab some napkins. read more

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We stopped in for lunch and got exactly what we came for... delicious noodles, friendly service, and fun atmosphere. The noodles were just like we ordered and the soup broth was delicious. read more

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Everything at 1915 is so good. There's so many items on the menu that I want to try and keep me coming back. There's not too much seating but definitely worth the wait if there's a line! I have gotten takeout before, but nothing beats eating there. Service is always super fast. read more

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We originally tried to go to 1915 Hand Pulled Noodles in Chinatown, but the line was long, so we pivoted and got our hair blown out around the corner instead. No regrets though, because we ended up going to their Midtown location near our hotel, which is actually the original. We ordered the braised dry noodles with the prism-style noodles (wide, chewy, and so satisfying) and the spicy noodle soup with thin noodles. Everything tasted incredibly fresh. The broth was rich and well-seasoned, and the noodle textures really stood out in both dishes. I'd skip adding the egg next time since it didn't add anything special. They also offer yuzu sake, and we tried the Yuzumon, which paired really well with both the soup and the dry noodles. If you like heat, you can ask for extra spice from the back. Also, no peppercorns in the dishes, which I personally loved. read more

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Please dine in the restaurant for the full experience. I really enjoy the signature Lanzhou noodle soup with wide or prism noodles. The portions are very generous for the soup and the noodles. Also, I love their cold noodle, as well. Well priced overall. There may be a might so try to avoid lunch and dinner rush. I've dined here multiple times and I will probably come back to dine in. I don't recommend getting this place to-go or on door dash since they skimp out on the soup. I was disappointed when the soup didn't even cover the noodles all the way. The soup didn't fill up 50% of the deli container. Pretty disappointed. Im glad I tried this place in the restaurant first before ordering to-go read more

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Delicious hand pulled noodles with very rich and flavorful broth. The beef was very tender and they gave a good amount of vegetables. The service is quick and they get the food out to you pretty much right after you order. Lines can get long though. It's pretty tight inside and hard to move around. read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - N4.Pickled Cabbage Beef Noodles Soup-老坛酸菜牛肉面 - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

Came with a group of 15 people on a Sunday afternoon and staff were super accommodating to us, moving chairs and tables to allow us to sit together. The server was very attentive to us and answered all our questions about the menu. All of our food came out relatively fast for the amount of food we were ordering. I got the dry noodle, which had a great texture and beef mince sauce, with fresh vegetables on top. Others in the group got the house special lanzhoulamein which came with a choice of 6 or 7 different types of noodles you can choose from! read more

There's a reason they always have a line! Came on a rainy morning. My friend and I were seated in less than 10 though. The waiter was really friendly and even gave recommendations. Food came out relatively fast. Nothing beats the texture of fresh hand-pulled noodles. The pan-friend dumplings had a really nice crisp that kept until the very last bite! read more

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Walked in at around 7 PM on a Saturday and there was no wait, though the place was packed and there was a line outside when we left. My boyfriend and I shared the Signature Beef noodle soup, which was great, and the lamb Chinese hamburger, which was super spicy and flavorful. I mixed some of it into the soup and it was so yum. Not sure I'd rate this above other handpulled noodle places, but it's solid! read more

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Hand pulled noodles had great texture and the braised beef was very tender, but I would have preferred more toppings. The amount of scallions and spice seems a bit inconsistent from bowl to bowl. I found my bowl to be too spicy for me, but you might be able to ask to adjust the spice level. It's a very small store and they don't take any reservations, so be prepared for a wait. They also don't offer tap water, so you need to buy something if you want a drink. read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - Signature Lanzhou beef noodles - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

I came here to celebrate my nieces birthday and it was amazing. First she loves these noodles and we all love them as well. The staff is amazing they are friendly, attentive and accommodating. The food was amazing, the same as last time. This time I ordered the soup and it was perfect. We also ordered the chicken hot oil noodle and that was really flavorful and spicy. The dumplings were delicious and fresh and stuffed nicely. It is definitely a great experience. I recommend everyone to go here. Everyone enjoyed the food. The food is economical. read more

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One of my favorite Chinese noodle establishments in the city that is reliable, affordable, and consistent. I still prefer the Chinatown location as that one is a wee bit bigger (both restaurants are still quite small/a tight fit) and offers complimentary tap water. I don't understand how a restaurant that has a 99.999% spicy menu doesn't offer complimentary tap water, but I guess it is a smart tactic to get someone to pay for a beverage, would recommend BYOB. We ordered: Special Dry Pork Noodles w/Marinated Egg Stewed Beef Tripe Noodles w/Marinated Egg Scallion Pancake The marinated egg is not like the Japanese jammy ramen egg so I'd opt out of this additional cost. The photo vs. what you actually get for the pancake look very different, the appetizer itself is quite thin and you can't really see any scallions. We've always wanted to try the Prism noodle type and oddly enough it's not the thickest but rather the form is twisted like a prism, so not that impressive. There are some nooks and crannies that are comparable between this 1915 location and the Chinatown 1915 location-this one seems more forgiving and less strict on noodle types, but doesn't offer complimentary water. It is crowded in the restaurant but they do a good job of being efficient in getting people in and out! read more

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As a chinese american from LA who grew up in the 626, this place gets my stamp of approval! I got the dry beef noodle and wow it was amazing. it is so flavorful, so garlicky and spicy and just seasoned to perfection. The meat was tender and delicious and the noodles were absolutely amazing, chewy and bouncy. My only critique is that it is too oily, but the waiter said you can ask for less oil and spice, which is what i personally would do next time i go, HOWEVER it is supposed to be an oily dish so i cant really complain. next time I come to New York, I definitely will be back! read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - D1.Special Dry Beef Noodle-干拌牛肉面 - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

One of my fav noodle spots. Everything I've had is to die for. The pan friend dumplings are delicious. make sure to have a couple of ice cold beers with your meal and boy. What a delicious dinner or once you'll be having. read more

The food here was DELICIOUS. We especially liked that we are able to pick the type of noodle we wanted and got to see it being made. The pan fried buns were hands down our favorite food item! One thing to be made aware of is that there is not much seating. Since we were 2 and were at a table for 4 they sat a couple next to us, which we didn't mind as we were finishing up. read more

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The noodles at this restaurant were actually life changing for me. Normally, I am not the kind of person to eat soup/broth, but I decided to try my friend's braised beef noodles with the broth and they were AMAZING!!!!! I wish that I had ordered them. The broth was amazing and the noodles had the perfect texture. Highly recommend!!! I ordered the pan fried dumplings, and they were good! I also tried the pork and chive dumplings and really liked those. My friend got the scallion pancakes as well and they were delicious. Another big recommendation. They had Diet Coke cans which I loved. The space is small but cozy. We were able to immediately get a table. I know their other location can be really busy, so it was nice to get in right away. Our server was super nice. They gave us as much time as we needed and waited for us to tell them we were done. Super nice vibe and even better food!! read more

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10000/10000 I love coming here from some good food I usually come in the mornings this time I ended up going around 8 pm yes there was a line but it went fast service is always great very welcoming as always you must come here and try their food ! read more

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We came at 11 am, so we did not wait at all for a seat. There was plenty of take out and people coming in and out. They do have a bathroom downstairs as well. We have been to the Chinatown location as well and it is pretty comparable. We typically get the same thing - two bowls of noodles and extra noodles for the kid. We got the handmade braised beef noodles. The braised beef is moist, not dry like most places. I usually get "regular" cut noodles because are the easiest to eat for a kid. This is our go to spot of hand pulled noodles. Although it is crazy how expensive it has gotten nowadays. read more

Food/drinks: delicious! Got the pork dry noodle and beef soup noodles and it was yum! Really like the texture of the wide/extra wide noodles here! Atmosphere: very tiny with squished seating but it's part of the charm! Bathroom is also small and in the kitchen Service: very friendly and very quick! Price: $ cheap for NY especially kips bay read more

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If you didn't know how good this place is, you would walk right by it. Big shout out to YES members who took the time to share how great the food is here! The reviews don't lie! There was a line outside and it moved quickly. The wait was less than 5 minutes. Got seats at the counter and was able to watch them hand pull the noodles up front and personal. Service was excellent. The manager was so nice and he helped us pick the best dishes. Started with an order of Steamed Pork Buns. 6 big buns stuffed with pork and steamed to perfection. Could have stopped here but we didn't. Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles- a big bowl of beef bone broth with your choice of noodles and sliced beef. Fragrant and delicious. We chose Prism noodle for this dish and it was a perfect choice. Each bite was better than the last. Spicy Oil Spill Noodles - this is spicy - I love spicy food and I'm saying it's spicy ... it was very good. It's a vegetable dish. Thick noodles with plenty of fresh chili spice and small leeks. The noodles are the star here. It's a small unassuming place, super casual with the best noodles and soups. I can't wait to go back! read more

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Very yummy noodle place with authentic taste! We got the Traditional Steamed Pork Buns, Pork Chinese Hamburger, Braised Beef NoodleSoup, and the Pickled Cabbage Beef Noodles Soup, and everything tasted incredible on a cold winter day. For $53, it was so filling that neither of us ended up eating dinner later that day, which really speaks to the value you get for how much you're paying. My personal favorite was probably the Pickled Cabbage Beef Noodle Soup (it's the same as the Braised Beef Noodle Soup, just with pickled cabbage), as it reminded me a bit of the Noodle Soups I eat in Taiwan. Highly recommend and will definitely come back again! read more

This spot popped up on my feed from other foodies highlighting it well over a year ago so I had to try it myself to see if the reviews were legit. I got a takeout order of the handmade braised beef noodles (N3) and went with the thick size noodles. The flavor of the broth plus the tenderness of the beef plus the texture of the noodles was EVERYTHING I could have hoped for! It tasted like history...like a recipe that took time to perfect and then had been passed down unchanged for generations. Absolutely incredible beefy flavor with a slight kick. The service was quick and friendly. This particular location was cozy. I can't wait to go back and try something else with the wide noodles next time. If you like traditional noodle dishes, and not your average Chinese takeout food, give this place a try. read more

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- Super fast take-out service; ordered the N3 handmade braised beef noodles with regular thickness and got my order within 5 minutes - Quick and efficient staff - Credit accepted; same price as cash - Take-out orders with soup are separately packaged; noodles and soup are in separate containers to "preserve texture and taste" - Excellent textured noodles; perfect chewiness/bounciness in every bite - Savory broth down to the last drop; don't forget the chili oil like I did! Not sure if there's an extra charge for it for take-out, but the waiter was nice enough to get me a container of it after handing me my to-go order - Good amount of beef; some pieces were more tender than others; would love a couple more pieces of veggies - Though it appears to be a hole-in-the-wall establishment from the outside looking in, there's plenty of seating inside; tall bar table outside, but gets hot in the sun read more

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Wow, talk about an amazing meal! 1915 is the quintessential hole in the wall spot; so unassuming from the outside, but serving up culinary gold once you get to your seat. The space is small, don't expect much from the ambiance. But it is cool to be able to see into the kitchen, you can see noodles being hand pulled in real time. The lamb burger was the best I've had. Unlike other places serving similar cuisine, the bun here was doughy and light, and the lamb was perfectly spiced. The signature beef noodles were great. I went with the Chongqing Hot & Spicy noodles, and absolutely loved them. If you can handle spice, this dish will leave you sweaty and satisfied for sure. And at around $15 per entree, you really can't go wrong here, such a steal! I'll definitely be back soon. read more

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Best place for fresh hand pulled noodles and a super hearty, tasty broth! Although the number one is their famous special, I personally really like their beef noodle soup. There are 6 different noodle textures to choose from - must like choosing pasta shapes for your sauce! The shapes range from thin to extra wide. I prefer the prism cut noodles where it has a chewy texture - almost the knife cut texture if you're familiar with Chinese hand pulled noodles. Some may also prefer the extra wide noodles, or even the original. Definitely coming back. Bowls here start at $15, and the dumplings also look mighty tasty! read more

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Small hole in the wall spot for authentic Chinese hand pulled noodles, dry bowls + soups. The service was great! Our server was so attentive and kind and made sure we were good the entire time. Came here with a friend for our annual ramen (or soup) date and got the braised beef noodles and hot and spicy noodles (which were VERY spicy but I was warned beforehand). Everything was delicious, we left the place stuffed! Very affordable and large portions, would def recommend and return! read more

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So good. Fresh noodles, spicy chicken, pork potstickers were amazing. Space is a bit cramped but they got me in at a counter seat. 10/10 would go back again. read more

I really wanted to visit because it looked cute in an IG post. It seems to be full of tourists and a few people that are from NYC. We had to share a long table with a 4-person group and (2) separate individuals. There's not much room to put your purse behind you and no room on the floor. I ordered the Oil Spill Wide Noodles with Braised Beef and thought they tasted as expected. It was as pretty cool to see the buns and noodles being made. The original beef noodle soup's broth was pretty bland for my taste. read more

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I was craving some hand-pulled noodles, so I decided to check out this restaurant! There were a few parties waiting outside, but since I was dining solo, I was able to grab a seat at the bar next to the kitchen. I actually really liked my spot--it gave me a great view of the chefs hand-pulling noodles and preparing dishes while I waited for my food. I ordered a lamb burger and the spicy oil noodles. The lamb burger came out quickly, and I have to say, it's the best Chinese lamb burger I've had in the city! I originally came for the noodles, but I almost always order a lamb burger when I visit hand-pulled noodle spots, so I stuck to that habit--and I'm so glad I did! The bun was incredibly fluffy, and the braised lamb inside was tender, making every bite a perfect balance of meat and bread. As for the seared oil noodles, they were flavorful at first, but the spicy oil--loaded with fresh minced garlic--quickly overwhelmed my palate. I found myself pausing often to sip water just to balance out the intensity. While I loved the texture of the noodles, the sauce just wasn't my favorite (though if you're a garlic lover, you might enjoy it more than I did). Next time, I think I'll try one of their noodle soups instead. While I was eating, I saw the kitchen preparing dumplings, so I ordered the veggie dumplings to go. They were shaped like little leaves--so cute!--and packed with flavor. Honestly, they didn't even need the dipping sauce, but I still recommend pouring a bit on top--the sauce pairs beautifully with the seasoning in the filling. Overall, I'm giving this place a 4 out of 5. I had a great experience and enjoyed the food! The only reason I'm not giving it a 5 is because the dining area is quite small. If you've been out shopping or are coming from school, it might be tricky to find space to store your belongings, especially at the bar where I was seated--it's definitely a tight fit. read more

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Great place to eat when the weather is cold and you need something comforting. The broth is well seasoned and the noodles are perfectly chewy. The original is our go to it comes with 3-4 pieces of beef and radish, topped off with chili oil scallion and cilantro. The beef hamburger was okay we expected more cumin-y flavors like we've had at other places. The servers are nice and the place has a decent amount of tables. It does get busy around lunch time though so might be hard to find a seat. read more

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Hand rolled is literally in the name and you can watch the employees mold the pasta dough right in front of you.... - these noodles were the chewiest, bounciest I've ever had. you can pick the thickness of the noodles in your dish. I went with the "extra wide" and my dying companion went with "thicker" - we split the signature noodle soup dish and the braised beef noodle soup. both of these were phenomenal. - the braised beef noodle soup tasted like a bowl of fall. it had big pieces of bok choy, steaming hot light broth, and the most succulent chunks of beef that literally melted in your mouth. - the signature had more of a kick to it with a bright orange broth and chili flakes. the meat slices were thin and supple. I think I liked this broth more just because it had a bit more flavor to it, but preferred the meat in the other dish. - the noodle portions were HEFTY and I don't think I've ever seen noodles longer than the extra wide ones...I could lift it 1 foot above my head and it was still touching the bowl. - it's a very small no frills spot, exactly the vibe you would predict based off of the name. service was quick and the prices are totally a win. there was already Christmas music blasting, which like ...don't love... but I can recover from that read more

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I came here on a Saturday night at about 7:30 PM to celebrate my birthday. When my group of 5 arrived, there was already a line outside to get in and seated. The line moved pretty quickly and our group was able to be seated and eat before they closed at 9 PM. All of the staff were soooo nice/friendly, really helpful with the menu, and just honestly fun people to talk with! All of our food was incrediblyyyy delicious. The noodles were handmade and soooo fresh. The amount of flavor in each dish was perfection! We ordered the wontons in chili oil, the scallion noodles, chili oil spill noodles, and the signature beef noodle soup. If you live spice the signature definitely is the right dish for you! 100% you haveeee to come eat here! read more

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I read a few reviews before coming in and they all mentioned how above and beyond the service was - I genuinely couldn't really imagine what that meant for a tiny fast service business - but wow it really is. I had a leg injury this year and am on the path to recovery but still limp a bit. The host insisted on carrying my suitcase and backpack out of the restaurant for me and down the stairs to the street. Such a kind offer when he had a bustling restaurant inside to tend to. The service is super fast, the noodles are excellent, and the atmosphere is warm and vibrant. Sitting at the counter and watching them hand pull the noodles would be fun. Look forward to returning some day! read more

As someone gluten-intolerant but not celiac... sometimes it's worth the upset tummy for a really good gluten-filled meal. This is one of those places for me. For my wife's birthday she wanted to make sure she got to eat noodles for a long life. Then she says more specifically she wants hand-pulled noodles. We were in the area for drinks and this spot popped up. We had both heard of it and decided to go. Small spot but food comes out quickly so the table turnover is quick. My wife isn't much of a beer drinker but she said pairing a bowl with a beer is a must here. read more

Went here on for dinner on a Thursday night and the place was PACKED. The space is small but people moved in and out pretty quickly. Our party for 2 was seated quickly sharing a table with another party of 2. We each ordered the dry spicy beef noodles and shared a lamb burger. It was very strange to me that they did not offer any tap water but you could only buy bottle water so I got one since I definitely need water for spicy food. The food came very quickly despite how busy they were. The lamb burger was stuffed with nicely spiced chunks of lamb but the bread was a bit bland. The noodles were incredibly flavorful with slices of beef shank, chili oil, scallion, and cilantro. The spice was a decent level but not too much, more like a fragrant spice. Toward the bottom it did get a little too salty and oily for me but I liked how the sauce coated every single noodle. Overall, a nice place to get some hand pulled noodles but be wary of the crowd! read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - Special Dry Beef Noodle - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

Cuisine: 9 Service: 7 Decor: 6 Value: 8 Overall: 9 I'm truly a Flushing kind of guy. When it comes to traditional mainland Chinese food, I always feel like Flushing restaurants do it the best. However, Manhattan has excellent hand pulled noodles too. Though I may prefer Very Fresh Noodles in Chelsea Market a bit more for their signature Taiwanese beef noodle soup (soy based), I really enjoyed what I had here as well. Unlike that one, the Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles here has a clear broth, which lacked some beefiness, but still quite good. My strong recommendation is to skip the thin noodles and go with the regular or one of the thicker/wider options. There is just a better chew when biting into a denser noodle. Other than soup noodles, there is a handful of dry noodles too. The surprise for me was how much I enjoyed the Stewed Beef Tripe Noodles. The intense flavor combination, a kick of spiciness, along with the slightly chewy beef tripe, paired magnificently with the freshly made hand pulled noodles (I got regular). These were some of the best noodles I have tasted in NYC, both texturally and flavor-wise. Obviously, prices are maybe 20-30% more than what I'm use to in Flushing, but I think it's worth it. Planning to be back to try more of the menu soon. Just be mindful of long lines during peak hours. read more

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The line gets pretty busy on a weeknight due to the small size of the restaurant, no line around 6 but by 6:30 would be about 6-8ppl long. However, the food comes out fast and they cycle out their patrons quickly without feeling rushed while dining. In fact, I was seated before my partner joined me (which I was surprised about). I decided I was going to order without him so I didn't further delay their operations and our server kindly said, "it's ok to wait 5 more min. The food is best enjoyed hot!" I was really touched by that reassurance that it tremendous impacted my experience!! There is a clear window to see the workers make the noodles in-house. The wonderful smells of the food permeates the whole room. Spicy wontons (4/5): Although delicious, it was not something to write home about. Tasted homemade. Delicious chili oil mix. Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles (5/5): The beef broth was super flavorful, not too spicy, and the noodles were perfect. The beef pieces were tender. Dry Beef Noodle (5/5): Be sure to mix up the sauce that collects on the bottom. Noodles were yet again perfect and seasoned wonderfully. Beef slices are thin but tender. Definitely coming back to try the other dishes!! read more

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