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    Kung Fu Noodle

    4.2 (816 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Pork Xiao Long Bao
    Joriene M.

    Pork Xiao Long Bao ($13.95) - These plump, juicy dumplings were delicious! The broth was so flavorful and the chili oil was the highlight.

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    Christy C.

    YUM!! So glad I gave this Chinese spot a try!! I admit I was hesitant in the beginning since San Diego usually doesn't have good Asian food but this place definitely was spectacular! This restaurant is quite small and is located at the end of a plaza so it can be easily missed. Parking was ok but can be difficult especially on the weekends since it's located inside a busy plaza. They're open daily 11am-9pm Inside was small with not too much seating. The furniture was a bit worn and not too clean. There were bits of food on each table but it could be I went when they first opened. I felt so bad for the girl that worked there because she had to take and bring out orders, clean, and in charge of cashier. Service was pretty good since there wasn't anyone there except my party. However, wait time was an issue - 20+ min for 3 issues. I can't imagine how long parties have to wait when it's busy. Ordering was easy! Once I was seated, I was given a sheet of paper to select the items I wanted! However, I noticed they were out of a lot of items and they just opened when I arrived! The Pork Xiao Long Bao ($10.95) came with 8 pieces. Each piece was pretty big and stuffed with plenty of pork! The pork was not too fatty and the soup inside was so flavorful. It tasted so fresh and delicious so this was definitely a must get! 10/10 Chicken Chow Mein ($13.95) was decent! The portion was huge and came in with plenty of ingredients! The noodles were so soft and fresh! However, it was lacking flavor and tasted quite bland. It didn't have that "pan fried" taste - in Chinese: "wok hay" so this was 7/10 Beef Noodle Soup ($12.99) was amazing! The broth was packed with flavor and so rich! The beef was so tender and not too fatty! The noodles were so fresh and soft! The veggies were fresh and had a good variety of green onions, cilantro, and broccoli! This was definitely a MUST and 10/10! Overall, I really enjoyed the food and would definitely return and recommend.

    String bean with garlic and Cucumber Salad
    Analicia D.

    So good, loved so much. So kind to our family. Food was fresh and delicious!!! We will be back, Such a short drive from our home. Cured my wonton/dumpling craving

    Fresh handmade dumplings
    Christina S.

    It's been quite awhile since we've dined here. We came in not expecting to see the updated interior and learned that the business is under new management. I always preferred this spot for soup dumplings. And that's what we had today. Both my husband and I each ordered the Xiao Long Bao (8pc) along with a side of Bok Choy with Garlic. Gotta get in our greens! (I really wanted the Spinach with garlic but was told they sold out yesterday.) Everything was delicious. We even ordered one more Xiao Long Bao! What I really liked about the dumplings was that the exterior did not break when grabbed with chopsticks. Pliable. Soup stayed in the dumpling until I pierced it. (At Joyee, many times dumplings stick to the paper and rips. Soup spills out. The dough can be a little chewy.) We also had tea with our meal. My husband with the Taro Milk Tea with Boba and me with the Tropica Fruit Tea. My tea was quite refreshing. I forget everything that's in it but there's jasmine tea with a mix of fruit tea, a mint leaf, and pieces of fruit - strawberry, blueberry, pineapple. My husband enjoyed his drink too. Boba was nice and chewy. Dumplings were being made as we were leaving. Who doesn't love freshly made dumplings?! Almost forgot to mention that the service was great. The employee was very friendly and helpful. Stop by and support this small business!

    Valeri C.

    Food and service is really good they're very kind,also I try the sweet taro boba 10/10

    Murissa M.

    Kung Fu Noodle in Vista offers an authentic taste of Taiwanese cuisine, with fresh, handmade noodles and dumplings that clearly reflect the tradition behind each dish. On a few occasions, I've watched them make the dumplings for the day, very fresh! The beef noodle soup is rich and satisfying, with tender meat and perfectly chewy noodles, while the dan dan noodles offer just the right amount of heat and depth of flavor. The atmosphere is simple, though it was a little warm for me. Portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable, making it a great value for the quality. Also, a great opportunity to try several dishes. The service was good and attentive. The buns were also delicious! They offer a variety of savory and sweet buns, including juicy pan-fried pork buns and soft red bean dessert buns. Each one is freshly made and flavorful! Overall, Kung Fu Noodle is an good choice for anyone seeking comforting, flavorful, and authentic Taiwanese food.

    Kung Pao Chicken

    This place is amazing! We are working our way through the menu, everything so far has been so good and so flavorful. Big fan of the dumplings, wontons (in spicy sauce and the soup), and chicken dishes. Also lots of veggie options which is great too! The owners/staff are so so kind, helpful, and accommodating. Highly recommend!

    Mopo tofu with pork
    Jenny L.

    Tried mapo tofu with pork and it was so good! They are also able to do no spicy :) The bok choy is fresh and tasty as always.

    Finally, there is a authentic Chinese dumplings restaurant here. So delicious! The beef chow fun was delicious, the xiao long bao (小籠包) were juicy and flavorful, and the sausage fried rice was outstanding--full of flavor and perfectly cooked. Great food, generous portions, and excellent service. I will definitely be back! . Potsticker is the boom!

    Spicy crispy chicken, Chicken Egg Fried Rice, Combo chow mein
    Grace S.

    I loved it. It had a very lovely ambience inside, beautifully decorated with relaxing traditional music playing. Felt like a nice date night ambience. Good prices on the food, especially for how much was served, and it was delicious. The noodles, fried chicken and fried rice hit the mark for the Hong Kong style food I like. Even though we came in near the end of the night, everyone was super friendly.

    Pork xiao longbao, shrimp dumpling, popcorn chicken, beef noodles
    Ramon G.

    Here are a few strong review options you can copy‑paste depending on the vibe you want. All are based on what you told me -- the dumplings hit, and the beef noodles were next‑level. Service here is also fantastic every time we have went, everyone there truly cares about your experience there.

    Chicken dumplings, Edamame, Cucumber Salad, Pork Pork Xiao Long Bao
    Allen M.

    This place is so good!! The food tastes freshly made and has great flavors. Highly recommend starting off with the cucumber salad and edamame. We will definitely be going back to try some more items! Service was great as well, they were always checking in to make sure the food was good and if we needed anything else. TRY THIS PLACE OUT!

    Beef noodle soup
    Lan C.

    From the mouth of my 10-year old, "great taste and great value!" Admittedly, we had not been back for a while mainly because this is a little out of the way for us. However, my husband had the great suggestion of eating here this week and just wanted to re-iterate how much we LOVE eating the food here. This visit, we saw the house special menu on the board next to the entrance that is not on their written menu that is handed to you when you order. I have to say that placement of that sign does not make it very obvious, but luckily we saw it. All the items on that sign looks very good and the prices are soooooo affordable that we had to order off it. The dishes we ordered on this visit were all delicious and such great value for your money. First to come out was the stir-fry green beans with garlic. Absolutely tender and yum! Then there was the beef noodle soup, so flavorful! We also had the Dan Dan noodles, large and filling and tasty as well. We had the pan fried pork buns - quite yummy but I was getting full at this point! Saving the best for last was the pork Xiao long bao, the star of the meal - large and juicy. The skin of the dumplings was thin and delicious! This place is definitely a hidden gem. If you are interested in good food and great prices, this is the place!!! If you want ambiance and a luxe settings, then I would say this will not meet your expectations. The restaurant is nice enough, but the interiors will not wow you. The food will definitely satisfy though!

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    Good food! Good sized portions! Friendly service! Their remodel really spruced the place up!

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    The location looks good, the food came out really fast, everyone was nice but the food was ok.

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    4 months ago

    Another delicious dumpling meal! So happy to have this dumpling and noodle place in this part of Vista!

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    Ask the Community - Kung Fu Noodle

    Are there any gluten free options?

    My son has gluten allergy, and the best option has been rice noodles at Vietnamese pho restaurants. FYI, Chinese spots have been tough if you have a gluten allergy because they don't usually wash the wok with soap between dishes. (It's not gross,… 

    Are they open?

    No they open on the first day of April

    Had this place reopened yet?

    Their website says they will be closed from 3/1 to 3/30.

    Do they serve congee?

    I don't think so but Tim Ky noodles has descent congee options if that's what you are looking for. https://yelp.to/qTKq/DboTLvt2f3

    Do they use MSG?

    Why do you all answer if you don't know? Just don't answer the question.

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    now that over the last couple of weeks I've eaten my way through nearly half the menu , it's…read moreprobably time I wrote a review. WOWZA. really delicious. I understand these guys are a chain which makes the amazing eats that much more surprising. dumplings: have had the FRIED PORK BUNS, the SHRIMP and PORK SHUMAI, and the PORK SOUP DUMPLINGS. all were amazing. the SHUMAI were the best I've ever had (and I've had a lot) and ordered them on two of our three visits. dipped everything in Sichuan red chili oil, light soy, and black vinegar mixed at the table from the condiment set-up. the twenty-year boy (man, they grow up fast, don't they?) had the HALF BBQ DUCK was another outstanding dish. moist and flavorful, not the almost duck jerky served at most places. the Sichuan-style HOT BOILED FISH is one of my favorites and I nearly always get it when it shows up on a menu. theirs is a bright, spicy, and well executed. my favorite dish was the EGGPLANT in Sichuan sauce with ground pork. anyway, pretty sure I'm going to be a regular. it's nice not having to drive three-quarters of the way to San Diego when I'm feeling more like Chinese food than Chinese-ish American food.

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    I have sort of put this review off as my first experience here was not great. Every item we…read moreordered was so salty, from vegetables to soup dumplings. After a dumpling spot in Encinitas quit serving some of the items that I enjoyed, we gave it one more shot here because, well you know when you are in the mood for Dumplings.. N more? you are in the mood. The next time was so much better, they must have put handcuffs on whoever controlled the saltshaker before. We have now been here quite a few times and always have a good experience with the food. Is it upscale here? No, is it clean? also probably no lol but the food has been good and consistent. Go to here are always the garlic green beans, and egg with wood ear mushrooms. The wood ear mushrooms are served warm, and I quite like them compared to the normal way I am accustomed to having them, cold and served in a vinegar-based sauce. Normally we will rotate in another item such as the Wontons in red chili oil, which are delicious.

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    Extremely disappointing experience. We arrived at 8:00 PM (an hour before their 9:00 PM closing)…read moreand were seated right away, but that was the only prompt service we received. After sitting down, we waited for 15 minutes without a single employee acknowledging us. Multiple servers walked right past our table to check in on every other table around us, some of them multiple times. We were never brought water, never asked for our drink or food orders, and never checked on. Looking around, every other table was filled with white customers who received attentive service, while we were completely ignored. It was hard not to feel like we were singled out and overlooked. After sitting there feeling invisible for 15 minutes, we finally just got up and left. I will not be coming back.

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