Very good noodle spot. Everything was flavorful, filling and fresh. If you're dining in at a table,…read moreyou order off of a QR code and everyone at that table can order amongst themselves with their own phone and it adds onto one order which was nice. My party came a little after opening and the place filled up pretty good after. Definitely recommend if you're up to try different types of soups with pulled noodles. Oil spill noodles were great!

We stopped by Jinweide Lanzhou Beef Noodles in Millbrae for a quick late-night dinner. Parking in…read morethe area can be challenging on busy weekends, but we got lucky and found a spot about half a block away. We arrived around 8:30 PM and were seated right away. Place was welcoming and super clean. When you first walk in, there's a cute statue of a guy happily pulling noodles, which adds a little character to the place. The restaurant is mostly self-service; you scan a QR code at the table to order, while water, spices, utensils, and to-go boxes are available for you to grab yourself. Our food came out surprisingly fast. We ordered the Braised Beef Noodle Soup. The beef was tender, cut into bite-sized pieces, and served with some vegetables. I really liked the broth; it was clean tasting but still flavorful and comforting. The only disappointment was that the soup wasn't very hot. Since we came in fairly close to closing and I believe the kitchen closes at 9 PM, perhaps they were already winding things down for the evening. We also tried the chili oil cabbage, which was tasty, flavorful, and a nice side dish to have with the noodles. When you're finished, you request the bill through the app. There are suggested tip options, which felt a little unusual at first since so much of the experience is self-service. That said, the staff does bring the food to your table and clears everything afterward, so there is some service involved. Overall, the noodles were pretty good, the beef was tender, and the flavorful broth was the highlight for me. It's a convenient place when you want something warm and satisfying without spending a lot of time over dinner. We were seated, ate, and were on our way in about 30 minutes. I think I'll return to try other dishes.

Food comes out very fast. I thought I wouldn't like the chicken but I was pleasantly surprised. The…read morerice was really good too. I tried the fish udon and it was so unique. We also had the fish ball noodle soup and the broth was flavorful and had a lot of fish balls. The bowls are huge you can definitely share. I think for the price and quick service I would come back!

Worst customer service I've experienced--ignored and dismissed…read more We walked in for a takeout order and stood by the corner waiting to be greeted. There were only three tables dining at the time, but no staff in sight. After a few minutes, a staff member came out of the kitchen, walked right past us without acknowledging us, and seated customers who had just walked in behind us. She then went back into the kitchen, came out again to print a check for another table, and continued to completely ignore us. When she finally came back out a third time, I politely asked if we could place a takeout order. She ignored my first attempt entirely. I asked a second time, and her response was genuinely shocking: she said, "Maybe later I will help you." I couldn't believe the utter lack of basic courtesy or service. That was the final straw--we immediately walked out without ordering. To be blatantly ignored and then dismissed like that is completely unacceptable. I will definitely not be giving this place a second chance.

Came to Laka for dinner and while it seems like they've done a 180 pivot from their original fare,…read moreI was pleasantly surprised to find that they offer breakfast all day. Words to my heart, you know. Despite being sold out on some of the items we wanted to try, we still really enjoyed what we did order. Portions were generous and not too pricy. Also, despite being late, their Chinese deli was still pretty fresh. The order of roast pork we had was well seasoned and featured that airy crispy skin to be completely envious of. That alone is a huge plus because we don't have a lot of places in the peninsula to pick up these items, especially compared to the city. The fish porridge was complete comfort. Texture was good and there was plenty of fish to go around. The pork noodles were deeply savory but the pops of pickled vegetables against the silky rice noodles also really hit the spot. The only dish that was a bit meh to me were the potstickers. The filling was a bit mushy and I'm not the biggest fan if the deep fried style. Pan fried is the king for me. Definitely keeping Laka as an option whenever I really need that comfort Chinese food fix.

This restaurant serves delicious and filling food like the Hainan chicken plate and preserved egg…read morecongee, beautifully presented with crispy peanuts and ginger oil condiments. While the congee felt overpriced and many Tuesday evening items were sold out, the great taste makes it worth a return visit. Roast pork is apparently their signature item.

Hella good spot for dumplings and noodles…read more The dumplings were good- the skin was chewy and the filling was flavorful and plentiful. For potstickers the outside was browned well which added a little bit more bite to it. I liked both kinds, different textures on both. Pork shrimp chive egg filling and napa cabbage pork filling are the faves for us. For the dumplings you can have soup as well, which was clear and refreshing with the seaweed. The soup option tradeoff gives you two less dumplings. Still good imo. The pickled cabbage beef noodle soup was good. The noodles were chewy and the broth was very savory. I liked that the beef came in two variations, one sliced style and one in chunks. Both were good, tender. The spicy sauce added another taste to the soup, very flavorful. The tea was good, lots of different options. It does cost though. Good chrysanthemum puer combo.

I came to Yuanbao mainly for the soup dumplings, and while I thought they were good, the beef…read morenoodle soup is where this place really shines. The noodles were incredibly fresh with the perfect texture, and the broth had so much depth and flavor. You can really tell that time and care went into cooking it. The beef was tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the broth and noodles. The atmosphere is another highlight. The restaurant has a cozy, authentic feel that genuinely makes you feel like you've stepped into a restaurant somewhere in Asia. It's a cute and comfortable spot that would be great for bringing the family or enjoying a casual meal with friends. Another big plus: parking is super easy! There's a free parking lot right out front, which makes stopping by especially convenient. Overall, I'd definitely come back -- especially for that beef noodle soup! If you're visiting Yuanbao, don't overlook it.

Really enjoyed this place. The fish we had was very delicious and the fish and chives dumplings…read morewere great. I've never had fish and chive dumplings before. Service was prompt and there was no wait. Theres parallel parking in front but its usually filled. Theres a lot behind the store and parking in the next street. The surrounded area is residential so you should be able to find a spot after some hunting.

We had not planned on eating here but last-minute decided to dine here given this was our only…read moreoption in the vicinity. But I'm not upset at all about this impromptu decision as we had a great meal here. Our table of 6 ordered a variety of dishes and everything was delicious. the most notable items for me were the spicy wontons and fish in chili oil. The dishes were spicy but not so much so that you couldn't enjoy the actual flavors of the dish. For those that like the Szechuan tingling feeling, the chicken in explosive chilis was also quite good. We had also given the string beans, green onion pancake, and pork and shrimp dumplings a shot and all of them hit the spot. I'm usually a huge fan of braised beef noodle soup so decided to get that here too. It wasn't the same as if I had gotten this dish at a Taiwanese restaurant; compared to the strong flavors of the other dishes, this one was pretty mild. So it's something I would skip next time I come, but every other dish was on point. Our waitress was also great at taking care of us, bring out our food quickly and helping us to clear the other plates. Even after we finished our meal and overstayed our welcome by continuing to chat, the staff didn't make us feel rushed to leave.

This place is consistently good and always has at least a couple people waiting outside of the door…read moreif not more. If you feel like a nice warm hug for your tummy, then get the Langzhou hand pulled noodles. The clear broth and light spice is so comforting for your stomach and it doesn't feel too heavy. You can choose your noodle thickness based on your preference. I typically go for the small rounds while my boyfriend gets the belt noodles - the complete opposite from each other! You can get out of there less than $20 a person, which is so rare in downtown San Mateo. Quick and easy meal for lunch or dinner.

I'm not the biggest fan of their standard bed soup noodles, so I tried their chili oil wide noodles…read morewith braised beef and definitely prefer this! Noodles are springy and have a nice chew. The braised beef is well marinated and full of flavor and soft. The bowl isn't overly spicy either, but I adjusted for less oil, less salt , and less spicy. Would recommend this! I've also tried their knife cut noodles in his bed noodle soup today too from my partner's bowl, but it was a miss. The noodles were really soft and doughy. Flavorful broth as usual though. Looking to try something different next time...

I've come here twice now and I didn't realize I never left a review the first time I came! So now I…read morefeel I have even more to say how you much gotta come to Kajiken! Both times I've come I hadn't had to wait very long and our second time was with a large group including kids. Our server was great in helping us preorder before we could get seated and we only waited 15 minutes. We all ordered the same things: half of us ordered the original aburasoba and the other half ordered the homura aburasoba and the food came out quickly. They kindly gave us little bowls for the kiddos and forks and all the kids loved the noodles and the adults shared a large pitcher of beer. All in all, best aburasoba and one of my favorite spots in San Mateo!

Overall: 4.1/5 [dine in]…read more There was a line on Friday night but it moved fast. The seating inside is pretty tight so your table is basically an inch from the next one, almost like a communal dining experience. Nikumori Aburasoba ($18.50): Spicy pork, pork slices, green onion, and ajitama. The spicy ground pork was delicious and they were generous with the thin pork slices, though those weren't as good as the ground pork. The ajitama was perfectly jammy. The aburasoba flavors were okay but less flavorful than mazesoba, which I now know I prefer. Wagyu Roast Beef Aburasoba ($25.50) + Chashu ($1.75) + Spicy Minced Pork ($3.95) + Ajitama ($2.50): Wagyu roast beef, crispy onions, green onions, butter onion sauce, yogurt sauce, and raw egg yolk. The chashu was average but the wagyu roast beef was thin and incredibly tender. The yogurt sauce and raw egg yolk made this one pretty creamy which I actually liked more than the Nikumori. Ume ($1.50): Did not like this at all. Hard pass.

We got off a cruise in New Orleans and flew to San Francisco to hop another one the next day so we…read morewere only in town overnight. Walked about a block and a half from the hotel and ended up here. Glad we did. Doesnt look like much from the outside and the inside is pretty simple and small. Not fancy at all. Food has big flavor though and the portions were decent. I got the Godfather hand rolled noodles. Wide noodles with the minced pork on top and green onion. Good chew and a little heat. My wife got the brocolli beef with white rice. Beef was tender and the broccoli wasnt mushy. We both had a soda and they kept the hot tea coming. Server I think was one of the owners. Super helpful and friendly. I told her it was our first time and she explained the menu so we could actually pick something. This is one of those hidden gems. True hole in the wall. Theyve got Michelin recognition on the wall which is pretty impressive for a little spot like this. Good food and great service. What more can you ask for. Just a heads up they dont take cash and they add a service charge instead of tips.

Aesthetic interior and great vibe in the middle of downtown Millbrae, but the food was just…read morealright. We ordered: - La Zi Ji: my friend, a La Zi Ji lover and expert, did not approve, and neither did I. It wasn't crispy on the outside, lacked that signature numbing sensation, and was barely spicy. - Smork: Very fragrant, but a bit too porky for my personal preference. - Green Onion Pancake: very very thick and soft - Godfather Noodles: perfectly cooked al dente, wish it was saucier It's worth a visit for the atmosphere, but the flavors are a bit underwhelming.

Been coming here but just for drinks and we love the persimmons when I season but never got to try…read morefood wise. Today we had group order with my colleagues. We got Beef stew noodles in soup with rice noodles( mine) beef is soft and flavorful generously portion as well. Spicy cumin lamb noodle ( my colleague- she said it's very good not enough spice but she loves it and generous portions as well) Curry noodle(my colleague- she love the fried katsu on the side separate with curry sauce- meat is crispy outside and moist inside and sauce it good flavor too) Overall first time trying there food and all agreed to try again next time because we enjoyed it

I quite like the biang biang noodles here! The customization makes it easy to stray from classic…read moregood dishes, but I think if you know what you like and it's noodle centric it's a good spot for you. Plus the environment is nice, and the layout lets you get food and drink from two other spots that also do good Asian comfort food too. Food is fast, place is comfortable, and location is very close to the airport and bart stops so it's a great place to enjoy a good meal while you wait

Great Korean food in a great area. Tried the spicy noodle soup and the broth was delicious and full…read moreof flavor, not too spicy. The chicken also had a good crunch and juiciness to it, highly recommended. The staff was also nice and polite for my first time coming here. The inside was small and cozy but was still had a very comfortable atmosphere.

A small and cozy Korean spot located inside a shopping plaza that serves a few staples such as…read moresoondubu jjigae, oxtail soup, bibimbap etc. Their menu is on the leaner side but they have enough variety to have a good spread. We ordered the tofu soup and oxtail soup. I honestly didn't enjoy the tofu soup much, it was heavily flavored with msg and it overpowered the gochugaru and lacking traditional flavor. It wasn't for me. On the opposite, the oxtail soup was pretty solid and we would order it again. The other letdown was the banchan, it was unfortunately very bland, especially the kimchi which was very under seasoned. Overall, not a bad spot to have a comforting meal but note the flavors might not be consistent with traditional flavors.