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    Mian

    4.3 (132 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Dogs allowed

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    Alice L.

    I was really looking forward to trying this place, but unfortunately it fell short of expectations. The food was pretty average, and there are several other XLB spots in the area that I personally enjoyed more. The restaurant is mostly self-service. We seated ourselves, ordered ourselves, and even the water was already set on the table. The biggest disappointment was the service at the end of the meal. When I asked for the bill, I paid in cash and had the amount ready. I was planning to leave a cash tip on the table, but before I even had the chance, the server looked at the cash and immediately said, "You know this doesn't include tip," in a very rude and dismissive tone. What bothered me most was the assumption. I always tip and fully intended to leave one, but I wasn't even given the opportunity before being called out about it. Considering how self-service the experience already was, the comment felt unnecessary and quite off-putting. It completely changed my impression of the restaurant and left a bad taste in my mouth. Overall, the food was okay, but the service alone makes it hard for me to recommend or come back.

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    Christina L.

    The famous Michelin-recognized Sichuan noodle house has arrived in Milpitas--and this is their only Bay Area location with handmade dumplings! If you're a fan of bold, tongue-numbing Sichuan flavors, Mian Sichuan Noodles & Dumplings needs to be at the top of your list. Founded by James Beard Award-nominated Chef Tony Xu, Mian has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its authentic, "street-style" soul. While there are other spots in the Bay Area, the Milpitas location is special because it's the only one currently serving their handmade baos and savory pancakes. The noodles have that perfect QQ consistency, and the flavors are the perfect balance of spicy, tart, and savory. ORDER: |-| Signature Cold Combo |-| Chengdu Zajiang Noodle |-| Spicy Braised Beef Noodle |-| Steamed Pork & Crab XLB |-| House Spicy Lamb |-| Juicy Wagyu Beef Onion Pie

    Cynthia G.

    Love that mian has mamak stall style mee goreng here with unmatched wok hay. I was sad to see the previous spot before Mian go but am happy to see that in its place is an amazing eatery in its own right. The workers at Mian are very friendly and personable and interacted with our dog when my partner picked up takeout the first time he went. My partner is mala fiend and loved the zajiang mian. He also really like the beef noodle soup for its rich flavor and bouncy noodle texture. Personally I really appreciated the menu price--great value for the cucumber salad, steamed egg, and XLB. The XLB soup was incredible, once again very rich and savory with hints of ginger. The strength of Mian is definitely in its tried and true flavor profile. I will be returning to try the cold noodle! I will also be ordering the fried rice, which seem like they would go perfectly with the steamed egg.

    Jarod N.

    New Mian East Bay location conveniently opened in Milpitas! I've been to the Cupertino location before and I have to say, this new restaurant is bigger, less busy, and just as good (if not better). Fast service without sacrificing that Michelin Guide quality that put their food on the map. The inside space was really nicely decorated with mah jong posters and Chinese food stand facades, and there were plenty of tables and chairs. Definitely can accommodate the foot traffic of the South Bay location once word gets out. We came in for a Monday dinner and ordered a little bit of everything to share family style -- this is the way to go! Chengdu Zajiang noodles: Really good, I preferred this over their beef noodle soup. Great ratio of meat to sauce to noodles and was very flavorful. Pan fried pork buns: Good size and nice texture! Pan fried soup dumplings are the perfect combo of XLB and potstickers. Pork XLB: Good but the wrappers ripped easily, possibly because we waited too long before eating them. Tofu skin & celery appetizer: Something a little different, but would pass on it next time.

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    Cindy C.

    Been craving cold noodles and Mian knows how to deliver! The chicken cold noodle was extra yums. We ordered the XLB and pan fried buns and they both came out pippin hot and delicious. Service is very attentive and we didn't have to wait too long on the weekend when we went for lunch. If you're looking for cold noodles this is the spot!

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    Melissa N.

    3/5, wasn't terrible it wouldn't be in my personal choices as a place to go but if my friends or someone wanted to go i wouldn't be opposed to type of place - firstly everything was okay, it is what it is but also lacking a little bit to the point is literally is just what it is - enjoyed the suace on the wontons -the soup flavour was good, the noodles were good but together they didn't seem to go well as the noodles didn't really pull or take any of the soup flavour so it just tasted like watery noodles that the texture is good -the lamb is good as well strong chinese meat flavor that i enjoy

    Steamed egg.
    Dat N.

    We came on a weekday dinner. It wasn't too busy, so we were seated quickly. You'll order using a QR code, and they'll bring it out to you. We ordered a steamed egg, panfried pork bun, Chengdu Zajiang noodle, pork xiao lonb bao, and Chengdu fried rice. The non-dumpling orders came out incredibly quickly! The steamed egg is a massive treat. Make sure you order at least one per person, otherwise your relationships might be strained after fighting for it. The egg was silky-smooth, and the sauce and pork added a nice salty kick. The Chengdu Zajiang noodles were tasty, too. The sauce clings well to the springy noodles, and the bits of ground pork supplement the texture. The chengdu fried rice is also tasty. The rice is fluffy and well seasoned, and there's a decent amount of egg. The pork xiao long bao is pleasant - the wrappers are thin, but do not yield so easily to your chopsticks; the broth is piping hot and full of flavor, and the meat is plentiful. The pan fried buns were our weakest link here - the fillings aren't as tasty as the xiao long bao's, and it was a little too doughy for our liking. We liked that they were crispy, though.

    Sticky rice siu mai
    Sandra N.

    This new Mian location is amazing.. the same food you love, but in the prime location of Milpitas along side with some other great dessert options to enjoy after your meal. The interior is newly renovated with bright neon signs, vibrant decor, and thoughtful bamboo finishes throughout the space. Interior is clean and well maintained. Come before 6:30 pm if you're coming for dinner and don't want to wait. Chengdu fried rice - 5/5 Fragrant delicious fried rice that is simple yet comforting. Add some chili oil on top for that extra depth of spicy flavor. Pork shrimp dumplings (steamed) - 5/5 Super plump sweet pieces of shrimp that pair nicely with the juicy pork meat. Definitely order this. Siu mai with sticky rice and mushroom - 5/5 This was a fan favorite at our table. The sticky rice has an unbelievable umami flavor profile that makes this dish completely underrated. The sticky rice is comforting and hearty. The dumpling skin is so thin and delicate- just enough to notice that its there and give a little chewy texture. Service is fast and friendly. You can order via QR code online as there is free wifi offerred. Just let the workers know when you're ready to settle the bill. If you're looking for a comforting meal with lots of variety to share among a family meal, check out Mian.

    Julie T.

    Yummy delicious comfort foods! Look no further. I love noodles and dumplings! This is a chain and they have several locations and funny this is the first time I've eaten here and wont be my last. There's a QR code on each table where you can look at the menu. Here's what we ordered: Xiao Ling Bao (6pcs) $10.99 (4/5) Super plump and juicy once popped in your mouth. Make sure for it to cool down a bit before indulging or it'll be piping hot Chocolate Xiao Ling Bao (4pcs) $7.99 (5/5) Creamy milky warm chocolate goodness in your mouth. The kids loved this one! Crispy Sichuan Style Chicken $9.99 (5/5) Really juicy crispy and well marinated bites of popcorn chicken with a spicy, sweet dry dipping sauce. Really tasty Chendu Zaijian Noodles $14.99 (5/5) This noodle dish is one of their popular dishes. It comes with one fried egg, bok choy, ground pork, soft noodles in a sauce which you can customized to be more spicy. The spice is a numbing spice so beware of getting it too spicy and make sure to mix well as the sauce is on the bottom. We also added a side of braised beef for extra $6. Spicy Braised Beef Noodle Soup $15.99 (4/5) This was similar the above dish but had soup in it and no ground pork but braised beef. If you want more a soup dish then I recommend this. Service was great and the space was very clean. Everything was super tasty and delicious. I will definitely come back to try the other dishes!

    Pork Xiao Long Bao
    Truc T.

    Randomly came across this location when we went to have lunch at Daeho in Milpitas! It took over the old Layang Layang restaurant, right next door to BBQ Chicken. On our first visit, we came on a Monday around 9am. Apparently they have a VERY limited menu during breakfast hours, which is until 11am. All the items I wanted to order were not available. The waitress did suggest some items we could order but we decided to come back another day. Wish I knew this ahead of time.. so I didn't waste our time or gas getting there. Anyways.. so we made another trip to Mian on a Sunday and arrived a little past 11am. We got seated right away. The restaurant was spacious with lots of tables. We ordered via QR code.. DUMPLING IN SWEET & SPICY SAUCE (6) $7.99 -we got this with pork filling. Always good. The sauce was garlicky, savory and sweet. The dumpling skin was nice and chewy. 4/5* PAN FRIED PORK BUN (4) $8.99 -came out piping hot and juicy. The bottoms were crispy and not oily. Meat was soft but could be more seasoned. Definitely had to eat it with the chili oil and black vinegar. 4/5* STEAM PORK XIAO LONG BAO (6) $10.99 -came out piping hot and super juicy. The XLB's were pretty big and the dumpling skin was nice and thin. Just like the pan fried bun, meat was soft but could be more seasoned. Definitely had to eat it with the chili oil and black vinegar. 4/5* MEE GORENG MAMAK $16.99 -came with bits of chicken, tofu, tomato scrambled egg and bean sprouts. SO flavorful. The noodles had a nice char and were chewy. Unexpectedly delicious. Our toddler really enjoyed this dish too. 4.5/75* They also sell frozen handmade dumplings to buy home too. Service was super friendly and attentive. One of the waitresses gave extra attention to our toddler and gave him a toy. Would definitely come back again when we're craving!

    Golden wonton soup (upgraded to have 12 pieces)
    Ruth C.

    This place is amazing! We had the golden wonton soup, chili oil wonton, and the spicy braised beef noodle soup. The wontons came out first, and my son ate all of his spicy wonton within minutes! The texture of the wrapper is fantastic. Every bite brought smiles to our faces :) It's easy to tell, they use high quality pork for their stuffing. The flavor was phenomenal. The beef noodle soup was also on point. Overall we were very happy with our meal. The staff were very friendly, and ambiance was perfect for good comfort food, with friends and family. Needless to say, we left with happy bellies!

    Sarah T.

    Super excited to see that Mian opened up a spot in Milpitas! This location is quite large and most tables seat 4 people but I think they can easily accommodate slightly larger groups as well. I like ordering xiao long bao (nice thin wrapper) with savory hot soup inside and tender pork. I order shen jian bao which is the pan fried bun with savory soup and pork filling. Unfortunately, the bottom was burnt so we couldn't fully enjoy the whole bao. Next I recommend rice noodles with minced pork, fried egg, and bok choy. The sauce at the bottom can be mixed throughout and it's got that numbing peppercorn flavor. Great place for a quick, casual, Sunday brunch - just what I was looking for! #26-03-05

    Andrew W.

    Mian is seriously good, and after eating here, it makes complete sense why the brand has Michelin Guide recognition. I ordered the Spicy Braised Beef Noodles, the Mian Veggie Cold Combo, the Steamed Baby Bok Choy, and also tried the dumplings, and everything was excellent. The braised beef noodle soup was the standout for me. The broth had real depth, layered spice, and a rich savory finish that felt polished rather than heavy. The beef was tender, the greens were fresh, and the whole bowl felt balanced and deeply satisfying. The veggie sides were just as impressive. The cold combo added great texture and contrast to the meal, while the steamed baby bok choy was fresh, tender, and simply but confidently prepared. The dumplings on the menu are super good too and absolutely worth ordering. They rounded out the meal perfectly and made the whole experience feel even more complete. Service also made a difference here. Our server, Tuan, was excellent. Attentive, professional, and warm without ever being overbearing. Great service always elevates a meal, and Tuan definitely helped make the experience even better. What stood out most was the consistency and restraint. Nothing felt sloppy, overdone, or there just for show. Every dish tasted thoughtful and well executed. This is the kind of place that reminds you why Michelin-recognized spots matter: strong point of view, precise execution, and food that feels memorable without trying too hard. Mian is the kind of restaurant I would gladly come back to again and again.

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    Good food and good services. I really enjoy it! The decor is beautiful! Diffenitely will coming back!

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    Very fast service. Food tasted pretty good. Very affordable. We will definitely come back to try their other dish.

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    Are all the soups spicy or can I ask for a non-spicy on any of their soups?

    Hi there, most of our noodles can be spicy free. Welcome to our location and ask the details from our server. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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