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    I-Chi Mein

    4.6 (20 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Brian K.

    I ended up here while I was in the area for business over the holidays (unfortunately), and I was pleasantly surprised to find them open on New Year's Day - which I was very thankful for. I initially misunderstood the concept and thought I was going to a ramen spot, but I'm really glad I stopped in anyway. I started with the roasted pork buns, which were excellent. The pork was incredibly tender, and the sauce was sweet without being overpowering. I also ordered the fried chicken wings (I can never say no to wings). The breading was a little heavier than my personal preference, but the flavor and tenderness were outstanding, so it didn't take away from my enjoyment. For my main dish, I went with their pork bone noodle soup - essentially their take on ramen. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the noodles had the perfect chewy texture. Super satisfying, especially on a cold day. The restaurant itself was clean, and the staff was very friendly. I also appreciated the small details - chili oil on the table and even the disposable chopsticks had a nice design, which I don't think I've seen before. My only minor gripe was parking. With nearby construction and being unfamiliar with the area, it was a bit confusing, and I ended up parking a few blocks away. I think parking might be available at the hotel that this restaurant is in, but I'm not 100% sure. Overall, if I lived in Rochester, this would definitely be a regular spot for me. Great food, thoughtful details, and worth the visit.

    Mar K.

    Service is friendly and the food comes out so quickly. Highly recommend this place for lunch. You find it by coming into the Kahler Inn & Suites across the street from the Charlton building of the Mayo Clinic. This place came recommended to us by friends who have been enjoying their lunch special which is Rice with several options on top. The prices are amazing at $10 and $12 . Lady We want the route of noodle soup because it's been cold outside. We had the braised beef noodle soup and the beef was so tender it came with bok choy and tomatoes. We also had the Steamed Pork Dumplings with Garlic Sauce $7 and was so happy to find the Jjiajiang Mein $14-- the wonderful black bean pork sauce noodle dish that is the number one comfort food in Korea. We order a pot of tea which was really good. Service was great and speedy .

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    Melody W.

    Food was very filling and came out quick. Everything hit the spot including the hot and sour soup which comes with wonton strips. Can also get a free refill of the soup! Dumplings were good and braised beef was tender in the noodle soup! Service was especially great and the staff here are really kind! It's definitely a nice place to come in the cold and to get in a warm meal for the evening.

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    Great experience Udon noodles filling and delicious. I ordered Bok Choy on the side mmm! Waiter was helpful and fast. Noodle chicken broth with seafood is rich and lots of noodles and shrimp.The restaurant was spacious and quiet. Really pleasant. We will be back.

    Beef noodles

    Food was excellent and the service friendly and attentive. Very reasonably priced. All noodles are homemade daily and dishes are authentic. Pictured is beef and noodles and seafood soup

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