As a New Yorker, I've had my fair share of Chinese food, but this was my first time trying authentic Lanzhou hand-pulled noodles, and I have to say, I was impressed. We ordered quite a bit so we could try a variety of dishes: the Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles, Handmade Braised Beef Noodles, pan-fried pork buns, pork & chive dumplings, pan-fried pork dumplings, a scallion pancake, a Chinese pork hamburger, and the fried buns with condensed milk for dessert. The star of the meal was definitely the noodles. The broth was rich, flavorful, and tasted like it had been simmering for hours. The hand-pulled noodles had an amazing texture, and the beef was tender and packed with flavor. If you like a little heat, adding some chili oil takes it to another level. The pan-fried pork buns were another standout. Crispy on the bottom, soft on top, and filled with juicy, flavorful pork. The dumplings were also excellent with a nice crispy crust and a delicious filling. The scallion pancake was flaky and crispy, making it a great appetizer to share. Now let's talk dessert. The fried buns with condensed milk were simple but absolutely delicious. Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, with just the right amount of sweetness from the condensed milk. A perfect way to end the meal. The only thing that didn't really wow me was the Chinese pork hamburger. It wasn't bad, but compared to everything else we ordered, it was the least memorable. The restaurant itself was clean, service was fast, and you can even watch the chefs hand-pulling the noodles, which adds to the experience. Overall, if you're in Chinatown and looking for authentic hand-pulled noodles and delicious dumplings, this place is definitely worth the visit. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of the menu. read more

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Came here around 1:30pm on a Wednesday and was seated right away. Staff was quick and order was placed and the food started coming out quick. So it was a good start. Ordered the lamb sandwich, spicy wontons and the beef stew with wide noodles. Lamb sandwich was tasty. A bit spicy for me but it was good. Spicy wontons weren't my thing but after soaking them into my beef stew broth, it was a little better. The beef stew with wide noodles was delicious. Love the wide noodles. Next time, I'm definitely getting the extra wide noodles. The noodles were made perfectly with a nice chewy and bouncy taste. Will definitely come back soon read more

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Noodles were so so good. Chewy noodles, flavorful broth, and a great view of the chef who was stretching the noodles. The two stars was for the waiter who threw away my friends half eaten bowl while she was in the bathroom even tho he asked us TWICE a few minutes apart whether or not my friend was done yet AND we said NO SHE IS COMING BACK. He then tried to offer my obviously pregnant friend a drink on the house for the mistake. TLDR great noodles, guard your friend's noodles if they go to the restroom read more

Great noodles, really enjoyed my handmade braised beef noodles. Broth was on the saltier side but the overall flavor was still very delicious. Expected more flavor in the spicy wontons/chili oil but the wontons themselves were really well made. The wait time wasn't ideal (about an hour or so around peak dinner time) but it is a smaller space, and we were served our meals at a reasonable amount of time once we were seated. read more

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I'm a frequent takeout orderer but dined in for the first time on Saturday at 11am. At this time, 2 of us were able to get seated with no wait. I ordered the wonton soup which was very comforting, but my normal takeout order is their signature beef noodle soup and that is worth the hype. Service and ambiance is standard. read more

Stopped by here on a Friday around noon and I was seated pretty quickly. The place is small, but mighty, and it does get packed so you may get lucky like I did or you may have to wait to be seated. There was a wait for our noodles as well, but I was expecting this as they are being made fresh. I honestly loved the taste. I will be coming back to enjoy the hot noodles next time! read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

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My family and I had a mostly fantastic meal at 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles. We ordered the Handmade Braised Beef Noodles and the Chongqing Hot and Spicy Noodles, plus a side of Braised Beef. The fresh, hand-pulled noodles were excellent, but the broths were the real stars. The braised beef broth was comforting and well-balanced, while the Chongqing broth was spicy but not unbearable. However, I'm deducting one star for poor quality control on our side of meat, as we were served two noticeably burnt, dried-up pieces of beef. It was incredibly disappointing given how beautifully the rest of the meal was prepared. Overall, it's a solid 4-star spot. I'd absolutely go back for the broths alone, but I hope they pay closer attention to their beef next time! read more

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Service was quick and servers are attentive! we got the wide noodles with braised beef and it was good but be aware if you can't handle spice. My favorite was the cucumber salad! The noodles was a bit on the salty side and the burger was reallt spicy for some reason. I can handle spice but I didn't know theres jalapeño in the burger. read more

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This place is it. We waited for a seat to eat these hand pulled noodles in Chinatown and it did not disappoint. Our server was awesome and recommended so many fun items, but we got a few and were super pleased. This ambiance in the restaurant was busy, quick and fun! I loved this experience and want to go again. A must try when in NYC. read more

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I've been wanting to try this location for a while, and since I was craving dry noodles, I finally stopped by. I went with the dry special noodle with beef, and wow--that signature tingling sensation was real! Mind your spice tolerance. We ordered the mild spicy, and good thing we did, because I was already sweating just two bites in! Despite the heat, it was incredibly flavorful and so good. Size-wise, it's the perfect portion for two people to split if you aren't super hungry. The service was quick and efficient, and I noticed they have a great seating setup with tables accommodating anywhere from pairs to larger groups of eight. I'll definitely be back soon--I already have my eye on the braised beef soup for next time! read more

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Came here on a whim after our original restaurant was closed for the day. Waited about 30 mins in line. The food was great and we got to sit at the "bar" area and got a great show by the chef. It was amazing to see his skills in pulling the noodles along with the rest of the staff. Come and enjoy a great bowl of hand-pulled noodles! read more

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opens until 5am !! i'm there -- it was like 3am and everything was closed and i was cravinggg i love noodles and chili oil and it was the best decision ever ! so so spicy yet so addicting i will come back ! super nice service too (7 different types of noodles) read more

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Wow wow wow! EXCELLENT noodles! The regular and wide noodles were done VERY well! Love the texture and the chew. The soup and toppings were also top notch. The meat was very tender and flavorful. The wontons were good and had good texture but there was a spice that was overpowering the overall flavor for me (perhaps nutmeg?). The potstickers were delicious; my only comment was that it was noticeably oily. We were lucky to be seated upon arrival but after us, there was a line for the next 30 min! Service and food arrived quickly so seats were able to turn over quickly, thus waiting time was minimal for those in line. The interior shop was clean and bustling with customers. Just know that seats are tight and you may bump into your neighbor. This just provides an opportunity to strike up a conversation and make new friends! Highly recommend!! read more

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Came here because of nostalgia. Used to come here a lot before it became popular and decided to come by again to see how it was. The portions are a lot smaller than before and the beef sandwich was very dry and beefy without any seasoning. The flavor of the dry noodles is still good, but the place seems rushed and everyone is packed together so closely so eating wasn't so comfortable having to move chair over to accommodate other customers. It was also very loud inside. read more

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Food was amazing. Super flavorful and noodle texture was great. I am still thinking about this meal and would definitely recommend Had to wait 15 minutes to get seated on a Fri afternoon. Quick service once inside read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - D1.Special Dry pork noodle, beef noodle soup - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

This place was amazing. We got the hot and spicy noodles which came with the ground pork meat and it was delicious. The noodles had a good amount of spice to it which I loved. Their handmade and in the back you can see the guy making the noodles. Super fun and delicious food. read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

Got take out dry pork noodles but it was not much. The noodles were great good texture. There was barely any sauce or meat. And just a little cucumber. It was disappointing. The flavor was fantastic but would've been better with more meat and sauce read more

It was packed when we came, and there was quite a line. We loved what we ordered- signature beef soup with wide noodle. The bowl was intimidating as it has 1/3 chili oil on top, but it was more for flavor. The spice level is not that much. read more

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The noodles are soup broths are all great. The downsides are that the staff completely forgot about our dumplings and never made them. Also the lamb burger is a dried up brick that is difficult to eat read more

Noodles were super fresh and soft! The dry noodles were ok, I'm not a big fan of the mala numbing spice. But the soup noodle and sesame noodle was really good! Lots of flavor and has good amount of seating inside. Good service too! read more

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

I can definitely see why this place is a favorite. If you come around rush hour, expect a long line outside because it's very popular. The food was so good and full of flavor. I ordered the signature Lanzhou beef noodle soup, and it was delicious with a very big portion, I couldn't even finish it. The Langya fried potato strips were amazing and very tasty. The traditional pan pork fried buns were also delicious. I also tried the beef Chinese hamburger and it was good. The sliced beef with chili sauce was very flavorful, and the meat was cooked perfectly. They also have beer, sake, and soju if you want something to drink with your meal. The service was great even when pack and busy. I can see why this place is always packed and busy. I will definitely come back the next time I'm in Chinatown. read more

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During the January cold snap and snow storms I went in search of noodle soup. 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles fit the bill perfectly. The restaurant is downstairs in a building in Chinatown. It's packed full of tables with a counter facing the kitchen. I've mostly gone close to open to avoid waiting, as there will be a line later on. Service is quick and efficient. They'll often be by to take your order quickly. What to order? As the name suggests, the hand pulled noodles are the star of the show, though the appetizers and sides are very tasty as well. My first couple of visits I did the dry beef noodle, then became a fan of the spicy Chongqing soup. Be warned, it may take a minute to come out if it's busy: they are hand pulling each order of noodles to order (from very thin to flat and thick); it's well worth the wait, Overall excellent Chinese noodles. This restaurant has quickly pulled me in. read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - N6.Chongging Hot & Spicy Noodles Soup - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

Solid noodles and dumplings spot. The noodles, dumplings, woodear mushroom, and wonton soup were all done very well with authentic Chinese flavor. The broth in the soup noodles was good, but I think the wontons were actually my favorite. For the dry pork noodles, they were so good, but I should've mixed it up better (I did, but I realized at the end there was still a lot of pork/flavor at the bottom of the bowl). We arrived 11:15 on a Saturday and had a 15-minute wait. There was still a line when we left, but seems like it moved fast (we were out by 12:15). It's really cramped; our table was next to the bar and our chairs were basically butting up right against the barstools. Although the price and taste were great, I think there are probably other spots where it's less hectic for similar deliciousness and value. read more

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is it one of the better hand pulled noodles in NYC? Yes. Is it worth the wait to eat in a tidy tight space with average service? No I got N1 signature lanzhou beef noodles ($14.95) .. Good portion size, lots of meat, bouncy noodles, tasty spicy broth. I also got the B8 Pork and Chive Dumplings boiled (8 for $13.95). This is a pass for me. They take card and cash. read more

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3.75 stars Solid lanzhou noodles, pretty close to Dun Huangs beef noodles which are consistently reliable. Nothing wow, but definitely comforting in simple flavors that are done right with perfect texture noodles. (They let you choose your noodle firmness too) I personally wouldn't wait long to try this, but if you can snag a seat in less than 10 minutes - go for it read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

We waited for about 30 minutes in line on a Sunday around 2pm to get seated. The restaurant itself was more spacious than I expected, and you can watch the chefs make the noodles in the back! I ordered the scallion oil noodles and beef hamburger. Both were good, but lacked depth of flavor. It was great to try this place once, but I don't think it's worth waiting for. Note, that they do take card payment. One interesting thing to note is the sanitary inspection grade displayed outside of their business is not their own, but for "Happy Veggie Restaurant" and the inspection date was 2023. read more

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The fact that this place has become even more popular due to the videos being created, but also the fact that my friend gave raving reviews on this place, I knew I had to try it. I stopped by on a weekday afternoon with some friends. Although there was a wait as it's always filled with people, they do a good job of clearing tables quickly as people finished. So, there is a fairly good turnaround. Sooner than later, we had a table ready. As soon as you are seated, they are quick to take orders. So, it's best to have your order pre-selected. They have water already set up on the table for self-service. So, the whole ordering process is quick. Since it is a handpulled noodle spot, they do vary on the noodle thickness you can choose from. The regular is the standard, but I personally opted for the thick one and the description really did describe it well. It was chewy. I personally opted for the #1 SIGNATURE. Although it appears quite spicy with the deep red color, it honestly wasn't as spicy as it seems. So, I feel that anyone can order this dish. It was pretty good. No complaints. Overall, it's a nice quick lunch spot. The noodles are the star of each dish, so your experience can change depending on the noodle shape. read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - N1.Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

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Usually there's a long wait to eat here because the space is quite small but I came on a Sunday just an hour after they opened on a day where the weather was 10 degrees and got seated immediately. Service is very quick and they bring lemon water to your table. Each table also has chili oil which you can add to your noodles. I got their Handmade Braised Beef Noodles with thick noodles which was so heartwarming. The broth is savory and piping hot and it came with a good amount of chunky beef pieces. The thick noodles were chewy and just the right shape of thickness. I also shared the Spicy Oil Spill Wontons with my friend which were packed with a good kick of spice and the wontons were filled with pork. read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - Handmade Braised Beef Noodles - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

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So good Hand-pulled noodles in the most incredible perfumed broth. Honestly, it was delicious--the kind of bowl that hits everything right. Noodles, broth, meat, all perfect together. A very small place, casual seating It's five out of five read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

I came by on the weekend with friends to try out their beef noodle soup because that's what they're well known for and they've been open for a while. We got there around 12 and there was a short line already. I think everyone needs to be there before they'll seat you. The line moved pretty quickly (waited about 10ish minutes) as people didn't really hang out after they finished eating. The entrance requires walking down some steps to enter. I got the braised beef noodle soup which was a $1 more expensive than the original beef noodle soup but totally worth it. In the soup there were a few pieces of very soft and flavorful roast beef that added a nice savory flavor to the soup. I definitely preferred this over the boiled beef in the original beef noodle soup. According to the signs around the restaurant, they stew the beef for 8 hours! No wonder why it was so tender. On top of that, there were also the freshly hand made noodles which you can see the chef making in the kitchen. I got the thin noodles but there are also four or five other thicknesses you can choose from. On the table there were signs asking for reviews, I appreciated that they didn't straight up ask for 5 stars. Once I did the review, I got to spin the wheel for a prize (free cucumber salad, appetizer or drink or 10% off your order) and ended up winning a free drink (got the coconut milk). The whole dining space is pretty small so staff were constantly walking around making it easy to flag down anyone for assistance. The bathroom was quite small but kept clean and didn't smell! read more

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Another spot that has been in my list forever. It absolutely lives up to the hype! Super crowded, intimate, and "cozy?" Really fun, chaotic environment. The prices are incredible, especially for the huge portions! These noodles were fantastic! Super flavorful! read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - Dry Chicken Noodles - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

I always see a long line outside this place and usually avoid it, but I finally went recently and the wait moved fairly quickly--about 20 minutes before being seated. The food was AMAZING. I love beef noodle soup, and I'd argue this is some of the best in the city. I highly recommend the prism noodles or thick noodles for a great bite. The homemade braised beef noodle soup was incredibly flavorful--rich and comforting without being spicy. The buns were good, but I'd definitely prioritize the noodles. Will absolutely be back to try more dishes. read more

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First time here, it was pouring and the line was still long, so we knew it had to be good. The steps going down were slippery but we were fine, it was tight like all the other restaurants in NYC. We ordered a dry noodle and a soup noodles dish with 2 types of dumplings. The dumplings were just ok but the hand pulled noodles were 10 out of 10. read more

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This was one of my favorite meals in New York. We arrived pretty close to closing time yet they squeezed us in and got us our food in record time. It's a small restaurant with a very casual atmosphere and tight seating. I ordered the chili spill noodles with beef, and it was amazing. The beef chunks were nice and tender, and the noodles were delicious in the spicy crunchy chili oil; it had a kick but was very tasty still. Definitely fulfilled my craving for some authentic Chinese noodles read more

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While visiting my family in New York, I went to go try Lanzhou hand pole noodles. I had to wait in a line for about 15 to 20 minutes before getting seated, but it does move pretty quickly. I ordered the signature beef noodles along with the beef Chinese hamburger. These may be the best noodles I've ever had in my life! The noodles were soft and tender, and you can tell that they were just made before being served to you. The noodles are affordable as well, which really makes this place stand out against other shops. If you're ever in New York, you have to try these noodles, you won't regret it. read more

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Pros: - looove the soup base here and the hand pulled noodles, I also absolutely LOVE their fries - even though it's a bit crowded, it just adds to the vibe. The atmosphere is buzzing with people enjoying their food. It feels warm and cozy to me Cons: - the wait can get REALLY long, especially on the weekends, there may also be a wait on the weekdays but, usually it doesn't get too bad - sometimes they run out of, or sell out of the fries Comments: - been here multiple times, I got take-out this time since I knew it gets super packed on the weekend - the space is pretty tight, it's located in a basement - I got the dry noodles/oil spilled noodles this time, I like it but, definitely prefer the noodle soups more read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - A12.Langya Fried Potato Strips C3.Cold Skin Noodles with Beef - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

Maybe more for a 3.5 after all the hype it's given. #3 Braised Beef Soup - better than #1, pretty good, tender beef, flavorful soup. Enjoyed the wide noodle. #1 Lanzou Noodle Soup - flavor was good. Meat was meh not tender but dry. Wood Ear was pretty good but tiny portion. Lamb Hambergur was not great, the lamb was super dry so was the bun... We were very thirsty after the meal probably msg overloaded. read more

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The beef noodle soup was really tasty. The broth was super flavorful, and it had a good amount of meat in it. I would definitely go back to have this again. We came around 6 on a weekday, and there was a short wait time. However, where we sat had a couple of flies that were always around, which made the eating experience difficult. Tbh, the noodles are exactly what you want from beef noodle soup, so I would come back again just to have it. Second Visit: I've ordered from this restaurant a couple of times, and my experience has been different. The noodles were great both times, but the appetizers weren't as good. The fried buns with condensed milk weren't as soft as expected and lacked enough sweetness, and the lamb Chinese hamburgers felt a bit bland. The scallion pancakes and garlic cucumbers were good enough for takeout. I would continue to order their noodles, but probably hold off on their appetizers. read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

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Deeply flavorful handmade braised beef soup, accompanied by their delicate hand pulled noodles. Efficient service. Revisiting is a must. read more

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles - N3.Handmade Braised Beef Noodles Soup - Noodles Near Me - New York, New York

We went here after visiting the Statue of Liberty on a Saturday afternoon around 1-2 pm and the line was so long! We waited about an hour before being seated. Sadly by the time we were able to order. The pan fried buns had already sold out for the day. My partner got the signature beef noodles and I got the dry beef noodles. We ordered the wontons in chili oil to share. The dry beef noodles definitely had a kick to them but everything tasted great. Would need to try and come back to get the pan fried buns or go to their other location to see if it's less busy. read more

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