Before we head to the movie, we wanted a bowl of soup noodle. I heard many good things about 1919 noodle express and wanted to give it a try. They have a few basic noodles but what they are famous for is the hand made noodles and you get to choose different kinds of cuts. We ordered the braised beef noodle. The serving is pretty generous. The noodles are very chewy and they go well with the broth. If you like spicy, the sauce gives the noodles a kick. I can't believe I finished the whole bowl of noodles- truly satisfied my carb craving night. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Surprisingly bountiful and delicious. The style is from Lanzhou, China. Particularly in the Gansu Province, where once the Silk Road ran along the only major city through which the Yellow River runs. Traditional hand-pulled noodles with a variety of offerings and flavors. A favorite is their house special, Beef Noodle. This differs from other Chinese variations with a clear type of broth and choice of spice levels offered here. There is also a focus on Halal meats. Lamb is also a regional favorite; if you choose this, you should be pleasantly surprised. There are also a number of side dishes of vegetables, Beef Rolls, and a most lovely order of steamed dumplings. The service is good with their limited staff at times. There are many take-away orders, which is often a sign that there are more customers who appear. Parking is plentiful in this shopping plaza, making this a great choice to catch a movie and a nice meal. read more

1919 Noodle Express - House Beef Noodle - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Noodle bowls here are so yummy and affordable for a quick meal! The noodles are chewy and just the right amount of meat pieces. I ordered the green onion pancake and while it was good I wish it just had green onion in it instead of the added basil. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

My friend and I wandered in here after a screening at the theater, and decided to have some early dinner! I ordered the beef noodle soup, and the beef rolls to take back. The beef noodle soup was tasty; it satisfied my craving but definitely not the best one I've had. The beef wasn't the softest, and the noodles were soft. But still, it's hard to mess up soup and I still enjoyed it! The beef roll was really good but I was surprised at how small it was! This place is located in the Atlantic Square so there is a giant free parking plaza below. Service was fine, we came here at like 4pm on a Sunday so it wasn't busy at all. The interior is clean and simple, and I do like that they keep their door open so that it doesn't feel stuffy. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Beef Noodle Soup - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

We were doing an event at the theatre, so needed to find a fast spot for dinner and decided to try here. Pleasant surprise! The menu had enough items for everyone to pick something, and the food was tastier than expected. We were seated and then someone stopped by to take our order, but because of limited staffing, it was a tad slower than we expected. The veggie roll was good and the beef fried noodles were better than they looked; the sliced marinated beef threw me off, but they were surprisingly tender and the overall dish was much better than I was expecting. Ambiance is just your normal fast casual spot, but was clean. Plenty of parking downstairs! read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Great spot for noodles! They are Lanzhou style with 7 different varieties to choose from! This restaurant is located in Atlantic Times Square. There is underground parking that can be accessed on Atlantic or Hellman. If entering from Atlantic, take the upstairs ramp. The restaurant is very close to AMC. (You can park downstairs, but you will need to find the stairs to walk up.) I do like the N2 braised beef noodle soup, N5 lamb noodle soup, and N4 spicy beef noodle soup. I love the flat noodles! I tried the beef rolls $12.99, but it's such a small portion. The ones at 101 Noodle Express are better (and they have a good green sauce too). Service is good. Credit card/Apple Pay accepted. Bathroom is available in the back. read more

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Ambiance: it's a noodle place at the Atlantic Times Square plaza in Monterey park, conveniently located close to freeway with large shared underground parking lot Service: very friendly and fast, served the noodle adequately after placing three order Food: variety choices of noodles, seven types to choose from House Special Beef Noodle Soup - **** medium spicy level and chewy thin noodles, tasty good with vinegar Price: generous portions and affordable prices, about $20 per person read more

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I was craving soup but the hot pot place next door had such a long wait. I decided to get the pickled cabbage beef noodle soup with thick noodles. The noodles were the perfect texture and the dish had the perfect amount of tang. It was not as poppin as the other restaurants nearby but I noticed a few older Asians eating here and they know what's up. read more

This place wasn't too busy when we went, though it seemed like the whole mall was pretty empty lately. The server only spoke chinese. The place was clean and decent amount of seating. Food came out super fast and very flavorful! I got the fried bean sauce with ground pork noodles and loved it. My bf got the stir fried beef with tomato noodles and was very pleased. The cucumber salad was decent though needed more garlic. All very well priced. read more

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I was in the area and was in the mood for noodles and decided to drop by and try their noodles. I picked the Chef's Special Spicy Beef Noodles and was very pleased. Its delicious! The spicy level is perfect, broth on point and the beef was delicious too. I wish they turned the AC on but whatever, the food was great. I'll still return. I want to try some more dishes. The Braised Baby Rib looks good and I think I want to have that next time. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Chef's special spicy beef noodle soup. - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Best beef noodles soup in town. The n4 it's the chefs special and it's apparently flavorful rich in broth and delicious, has a little, actually a strong kick to it. Pretty dang spicy but it's a great comfort food. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

i ordered the house special beef soup, service was really quick & efficient! all our meals came out within 5 mins of ordering. a little restaurant in the plaza. i got the spicy version & thin noodles! i loved the texture of the noodles, it was perfectly bouncy. i feel that they couldve added more meat to the dish overall since the noodle to meat ratio was large. flavoring was yummy tho & soup was hearty overall. side note: the water they served tasted like tap so i didnt really want to satiate my thirst with it. read more

1919 Noodle Express - House Special Beef Noodle Soup - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

solid 3.5 stars. food: pretty good! however, in all of the dishes my family ordered, it lacked protein/meat. my favorite was the fried noodle with beef. service: super quick! and there was a LOT of noodle ambiance: a homey authentic vibe to it! read more

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I thought I left a review for this spot already but I'll leave another one because I have mad love for this joint. first of all location is spot on, you can't miss it, steps from the movie cinema, pretty much in the middle of the walk way strip ball. the whole entire wall is glass you can see right through to see whos eating, usually its half full with one worker just running around. everyone has a big bowl of delicious soup. I want to say I've tried 3-4 of their soups and their all bomb diggity. I've been to mainland china 10x and this is very authentic, the chef is actually chinese, everything about that spot is chinese. would try the other items, the menu is not super extensive either which I enjoy, sometimes they overkill it with the variety. read more

I went again. Tonight, the broth is good. I finished the whole bowl. I will go back again. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

-Tasty chewy hand pulled noodles, broth was nice and clean and fulfilling -decently priced, not too expensive -not the cleanest place but not dirty either read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

I really like 1919 Noodle Express in Atlantic Times Square in Monterey Park, CA. I had a movie to catch at 8:15 p.m., so my friend and I decided to give this place a try since the Hong Kong Cafe had a bit of a waitlist and line. We ordered the panfried green onion pancake, which was one of the best pancakes I've ever had, LOL! We also ordered the beef roll wrap, which was good, not bad. Then we ordered the BiangBiang Noodle with the Chili Oil Topping, and it was really good, too. Overall, I was very happy with the food and service. I really like the food; I recommend this place! read more

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5/5 -- Authentic comfort in a bowl I ordered the braised beef noodle soup from 1919 Noodles, and it completely hit the spot. The broth was rich and deeply flavorful -- you can tell it's been simmered for hours, packed with layers of beef, soy, and aromatic spices. The noodles had that perfect chewy bite, soaking up just enough of the broth without getting soggy. The beef itself was incredibly tender -- melt-in-your-mouth texture with that slight gelatinous richness from the brisket cuts. Every bite had this comforting, home-cooked feel, yet it tasted like something you'd get at a top-tier noodle house in Taipei. Portion size was generous, presentation was clean, and the pickled mustard greens on top added just the right amount of tang to balance the savory broth. If you're into authentic Taiwanese-style noodles or just craving something cozy and satisfying, this dish is an easy 10/10. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

No tofu and veggies , very small portions Salty water with glass noodles and 5 pieces sliced beef read more

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We decided to give 1919 Noodle Express a shot since there was a comfortable amount of patrons and we pleasantly surprised. the biangbiang noodles with chili oil topping (13.99) were quite good. They were flavorful, but without the intense punch that I expect. The spice was light, but still present. The noodles were chewy and delicious. I've had biangbiang noodles that were so drenched in spice that it hurt for a week and I was glad to see a more mild version. The special Dry Beef noodle (15.99) was a classic. It came with fatty beef chunks and a sufficient amount of noodles. It's a bit expensive considering how common this dish is in the 626. It was good, but nothing too special. We also added a cucumber salad (5.99) to get more fiber in our lives. Good seasoning and portion. Though some of the pieces were a bit mushy in the end. In general, a nice casual spot for dinner. $20 is a bit much per person, but these are times. read more

My partner and I are loyal fans of their Arcadia location, so we were pleasantly surprised to find one in Atlantic Plaza. Our friends and I arrived on a Sunday around 7:30 PM and were lucky to snag seats. I wouldn't recommend coming here with a party larger than five since the space is quite small. One notable advantage this location has over the Arcadia one is the expanded menu. I didn't even know they offered rice plates ngl. That said, I can't really see myself ordering them when the hand-pulled noodles are the true star of the show. 1919 Noodle Express makes their noodles fresh, and you can really taste the quality. The noodles have an amazing springy texture, and the soup broth is mild but incredibly flavorful. My go-to order is the pickled cabbage beef noodle, but the dry noodles with fried bean sauce (zha jiang mian) are also a close favorite. I usually opt for the flat noodles; they're thicker and retain the "slurp factor" better than the wide noodles, which are thinner and prone to clumping together. We also ordered the cucumber salad, cold beef slices with cilantro, and beef roll pancakes. These were solid! Nothing mind-blowing, but if you're looking for extra protein, the cold beef slices with cilantro are a must-try. Service was quick--we received our orders within 10-15 minutes of ordering, and everyone's order came out at the same time. Overall, this is a great spot for a satisfying and flavorful noodle fix for the SGV area. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

I'm not a fan of the LanZhou Noodles,but this one is not bad!The soup is delicious,just the beef not my type. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Beef noodle - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Stopped by for noodles while exploring the Plaza and after a long day of tufting at the studio nearby. I'd opt for noodles every day if I could - and 1919 Lanzou Noodle just made it to the top of my favorite noodles now! I got the Chef Special Spicy Beef Noodle Soup with extra wide chewy noodles and my boyfriend got the Braised Beef Noodle Soup with regular noodles. We also ordered the Vegetable Roll Pancake to share. All 3 items were delicious and a perfect end to our fun day. My noodles were bouncy, soft, and the wide width made it more enjoyable to eat. It was so filling I got to take half home to enjoy for another meal. This chef special did really make me feel special because the spicy level was already perfect for me - just spicy enough to take my taste buds for a fun time but not too spicy I'm jumping out of my seat. It was my first time having the Vegetable Roll Pancake dish. It had a fluffy texture with the green onion Pancake as the Roll, and a cruncy potato filling on the inside. The service and warm atmosphere of this restaurant made our meal even more enjoyable. They speak Chinese here, too! My boyfriend and I had a wonderful experience here and we'll definitely be back! read more

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Came in on a Saturday and had a decent crowd. No waiting, thankfully. Ordered the house special mild Pho, pork dumplings, and water. Pho is a simple broth with minimal spice that they control with their own chili sauce to make it spicy, and add more to increase the spice. They offer you your choice of the thickness of the noodles, which is neat and great when you have a preference. Pho is decent. Wish they made a spicy broth instead of just adding chili to it to increase the spice, as it feels like the flavors have not had time to blend like when you make hour-long broths. Dumplings were decent and had an okay flavor, as one serving is about eight dumplings. read more

2.5-3 stars. This is pretty mediocre for MPK. Its most positive highlights - location and possibly price point. The noodles were good but we both felt the beef roll pancake was lacking-- for 4 cuts for $12.99, it left much to be desired in terms of portion and taste. Honestly, given competitors around the area, I don't think I will return back. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

It's a rainy Monday and felt like getting something brothy to compensate for the cold. Decided to order 1919 Noodle to-go and it was a good choice! Ordered the Pickled Cabbage Beef Noodle Soup along with cucumber salad. Noodles tasted really fresh and broth was pretty flavorful and salty. Cucumber salad was refreshing to pair with my meal. Would come back next time to explore more of the menu. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Pickled Cabbage Beef Noodle Soup and Cucumber Salad - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

This is one of my favorite noodle spots in SGV. I usually order the beef noodle soup with regular noodles. The beef slices are thin and easy to chew; if you like something meatier, there are other beef options like tendon. The noodles taste fresh and delicious; you can definitely tell these aren't frozen or premade! The broth is a bit on the stronger side, but I usually like my soups flavorful. Service has always been quick and efficient; they've been very polite and even talkative if they're not super busy. The place isn't usually packed, but it's always a chill vibe in there. Parking is extremely easy with the free structure. read more

1919 Noodle Express - House Special Beef Noodle Soup - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Good noodles! Tucked in an alley in the outdoor shopping center behind the cinema, this place has pretty good noodles! The oil-splashed noodle is pretty spicy, so beware! You can always mix in less chili, or ask for less spicy. The dumplings are not bad too. Pretty much what you'd expect. Overall, the interior is clean, even the bathroom. Price is reasonable. Portion is reasonable. Service is not bad, staff are polite. Food comes out ok quick. Overall, a good place to go for noodles! read more

Tried the beef noodle soup (non spicy) with preserves vegetables and found the broth to be very clean and flavorful. The WIDE noodles had a good bite to them, perfectly Al dente. Unfortunately the beef was slightly harder than I've had at other places. Gf got the mala spicy beef noodle soup with Angel hair noodles and definitely seemed like they weren't rinsed well. The broth was slightly milkier which made it taste unclean. Service was slow and lacking. Of all the tables around us, only us didn't get offered water. We purchased a hot tea $2 which should've been comped but it came unsafely hot. Since we had to leave, we asked for a to go cup to pour this in but they didn't have any. Unfortunately the only ONE PERSON in charge was kinda rude and inattentive which is why I minus another star. read more

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Amazing beef noodle soup and dry noodles as well. The service is quick and they're very simple in the ambiance. I would recommend my friends to come here if they're in the area as the food is of high quality. read more

I can't believe that today is 82 degree hot and I am eating a hot spicy beef noodle soup without air conditioning. I didn't realize there is no AC conditioning inside this restaurant after I had ordered my noodle soup and I was being nice not to cancel my order and walk out. But I will never come back here again. I never been to a restaurant without AC. It is should be just a common courtesy running a restaurant with AC. Not sure if it will be health violation. Some customers will get heat stroke eating hot food at 82 degree hot. And I tried to ask about certain food info and my waitress speak no English at all. Definitely not coming back Noodle I had was just Ok, but I am sweating and eating.. definitely not a good experience at all. read more

I got the braised beef noodle soup combo but swapping for the chef's special spicy beef noodle. Pros: - Noodle was definitely a good texture for me, but does run on the softer side if people are looking for Al dente - flavors are awesome with the spice similar to mala - portion wasn't too bad for the price - I really liked the bean curd side dish I picked. It was salty but not overly salty. - minus some errors, the server was courteous and overall service fast even with a full room. - noise level isn't bad - you can hear other people talk without the need to shout. Cons: - I would have liked more beef and would have paid more for it - the soup runs rather salty (much more than the side dish) - not a broth to drink if you have high blood pressure - there's a lot of floating items like chilis that will make it harder for you to grab the ground pork (in the case you are trying to fish the meat out to avoid the soup broth All-in-all, I found it rather enjoyable. I probably wouldn't come again on my own just because it was pretty salty and I want to watch my health, but I wouldn't be opposed to coming again either. I liked the fact a combo with a soda can and side dish is an option so I can try more than one thing. read more

It's just okay.. The appetizer is not worth it for sure. The noodle soup is pretty nice. Didn't like the meat much tho. I don't know what's missing but I just feel okay. ‍ read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Small & cozy place with some good chewy noodles and soft braised beef. One of my favorite places for soup noodles read more

1919 Noodle Express - Braised Beef Noodle Soup - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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Tl:dr - Don't bother to eat in with their service. Just order to-go. Food was pretty good. 4/5 stars Service was horrible though. 1/5 stars One of the dishes my family ordered was the Cold Beef Slices and told the waitress we want it not spicy. She then rolled her eyes and questioned several times if we were sure, as if it was incredulous to do so. Furthermore, she never bothered to provide us bowls to eat with when she brought us our dishes. Finished dishes were piling up on the table and taking up space but she never bothered to clear them up. She did however bought the receipt to us at a random time while we were still in the middle of our meal and walked off without saying anything. The place itself was uncomfortably hot and humid inside. They did not have any windows open or ventilation for airflow. Their fan/AC was not on even though it was a hot afternoon in the summer. We had to ask them to turn them on since it was just too hot inside. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Cold Beef Slices - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

I visited 1919 Noodle house on Christmas day 2022. My friend and I initially planned to grab dim sum at Atlantic Seafood and Dim Sum, but changed our minds when we found out the wait was over an hour. I'm not sure what are the difference between all the beef noodle soups out there - i honestly thought they were Taiwanese - but boy am i wrong. There are various styles across Asia. 1919 Noodle House focus on Lanzhou style beef noodles, which from my search on Wikipedia, is prepared in mind for Muslim diet. In terms of taste, I felt the broth was lighter and less oily than other beef noodle places I've been. I ordered my noodles in medium and it wasn't too spicy. They also had so many types of hand pulled noodles, which was very impressive. I appreciate thicker noodles as the "mouth feel" and "bite" adds to the experience. The service however was slow. There was one waitress running the whole store. I felt so bad, as she had to work the holiday. The tables weren't cleared timely as customers came in. We weren't in a rush, but we had to be patient for refills and the bill. The waitress, however, was super nice and knowledgeable. I enjoyed my experience at 1919 Noodle House and look forward to my next visit. read more

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Delicious tomato egg noodles. Noodle texture was absolutely on point . Would order this again, wish it was actually a slightly bigger portion. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Tomato Egg Noodles - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California

It was disappointing because it's not as good as the other location in Monrovia, which I like a lot. At the Monrovia location, the veggie roll pancake is my favorite - even more so than the regular beef one. Here, the pancake is similar but the shredded potato seems to have a little less flavor and there is no sauce whatsoever. Normally there is something like a hoisin sauce that is just perfect, but here one of the 3 ingredients is missing and it's plain and dry. read more

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The food is very good. Love the location and is very fast. The dumplings are my favorite

Simple and tasty noodles. Noodles are handmade and have good texture. The soup is savory. The beef was tender. read more

1919 Noodle Express - Noodles Near Me - Monterey Park, California