I love coming to Flaming Ox so much so I'm there once a week, for about a year now. The food is comforting and I've never been disappointed in the entirety of the time I've dined there. The mala is so delicious and the new fries are super good too. The people are friendly, kind and welcoming. Highly recommend!! read more

This is an overdue review for Flaming Ox, I took a look at pictures in my phone and realized today is actually 30 days from my first visit here. So let's get started!! We came about 20 mins before lunch closing and the restaurant was still super busy, which is always a good sign. Luckily we only waited a few minutes before getting seated. The space is bright and cute, and I really liked the open kitchen and the ox logo on the wall. We got to try the Firecracker Fries, Spicy Shrimp & Pork Wontons, and the Traditional Beef Noodle Soup with thick noodles. The Firecracker Fries were definitely my favorite. Crispy outside, soft inside, flavorful with a little kick, and honestly addicting. The wontons were soft and packed with filling, although sweeter than spicy to me personally. The beef noodle soup was really comforting. Broth had a nice herbal flavor, noodles were chewy, and the beef was tender. The regular size was actually huge, enough for us to share and still have leftovers to bring home. Service was fast and friendly, we literally the last table there but they really took good care of us. Overall, really great experience and now I'm already craving those Firecracker Fries again. read more

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Flaming Ox is a Taiwanese restaurant that specializes in beef noodle soup, pairing handmade-style noodles with rich broths and a selection of classic Taiwanese comfort dishes. We walked into a clean, modern space with a fast-casual feel that makes it an easy spot for both a quick lunch and a relaxed dinner. The interior is bright and well organized, with a layout that accommodates both solo diners and groups without feeling cramped, and the energy of the room stays comfortable and approachable throughout the meal. The beef noodle soup is the highlight for good reason. The broth is rich and flavorful without being overly salty, and the beef is cooked until tender enough to pull apart easily, each piece absorbing the depth of the broth while staying intact. The chewy noodles have a fresh, handmade texture that holds up well in the soup, and the portion is generous enough to make the bowl feel like a complete meal. There are several broth options depending on whether you prefer the traditional style or something with more heat, like the mala version, which added a numbing spice that built gradually without overwhelming the other flavors. The popcorn chicken is another standout, arriving crispy and well seasoned, with a light batter that stayed crunchy throughout the meal. Sides like the green onion pancakes and braised pork rice round out the meal nicely, offering a mix of textures and flavors that complement the main bowl. Service is friendly and efficient, with food typically arriving quickly after ordering. The staff checked in at the right moments and kept the pacing of the meal comfortable without rushing us. Portions are generous enough to leave you satisfied, and the restaurant maintains a welcoming atmosphere despite its casual setup. Prices are a bit higher than what you might expect for Taiwanese comfort food, but the quality of the ingredients and careful execution help justify the cost, especially when you factor in the freshness of the noodles and the depth of the broths. Flaming Ox is one of the stronger Taiwanese beef noodle soup destinations in the area. Between the flavorful broths, excellent noodle texture, and well-executed appetizers, it is an easy recommendation for anyone craving authentic Taiwanese comfort food. The combination of quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and a comfortable setting makes it a dependable stop for a satisfying meal that feels both familiar and carefully composed. read more

Flaming Ox - Taiwanese Near Me - San Jose, California

I've had Flaming Ox bookmarked for awhile, but had the opportunity to give it a try through one of Yelp's Community experience. We got the choice to get the fried or boiled wontons (got the boiled), firecracker fries and then we added on a bowl of mala spicy noodles and an egg. Wow! Service was quick & friendly. Food was so good! Everything was so flavorful. The fries were crispy and garlicky. The wontons were perfect, little pillows of meat! The noodles were chewy, meat was tender and overall bowl was well balanced. Also, the egg was a nice touch! Even though there were extra condiments on the table, I didn't feel the need to use any of it. My boyfriend and I are now fans! We don't live far from the plaza and this is now going to be added to one of the spots we will definitely return to. read more

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It is located in the same complex as AAA and City Sports along with other restaurants. Once you go inside, it has an open layout. The service is good and inside is clean. We ordered: - Fried Pork Chop - Popcorn Chicken - Tofu & Century Egg - Pickled Cabbage - Blanched Greens W/ Shallot - Spicy Shrimp And Pork Wonton - Traditional Beef Noodle Soup - Minced Pork Belly Rice Plate Out of everything, the Traditional Beef Noodle Soup and the Minced Pork Belly Rice Plate stand out and are the best. The beef in the noddle soup is very tender. The noodles are cooked right and the broth is good. The Minced Pork Belly Rice Plate is delicious and very flavorful. The fried pork chop is the worst and very dry. The rest of the dishes are decent, nothing special. Please note that parking can be challenging during peak workout time and meals time. read more

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This past weekend, I had the chance to try out Flaming Ox with a few friends. I ordered their dry traditional beef noodles, and we ended up sharing an order of their popcorn chicken and chilled egg plant appetizer. After placing your order on the app, the food is prepared quickly out of the kitchen. In total, our party waited no more than 10 minutes for all our dishes to be ready. I enjoyed the texture of the thick noodles here, but they're not the most QQ noodles I've had in the Bay. They are very generous with how many pieces of beef shank are included in the bowl of noodles. The pieces of beef are seasoned well and cooked perfectly: just the right amount of chew, without being fall apart tender -- exactly how you would find beef prepared if you order a bowl of beef noodle soup in Taiwan. I have no notes on the popcorn chicken: hot, crispy, and juicy, and you have a choice of three sauces to go along with it when you place your order. I had a chance to take a bite of the minced pork belly rice plate my friend ordered and the pork belly in it was aromatic, and melt-in-your mouth tender. I loved that the dish didn't taste too oily either. Overall, Flaming Ox is a solid 4.5 in my book that rounds up to a 5. read more

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How did I forget to write a review for the Ox!? Such a bad Yelper... 4.5 rounded up to 5 ***** I actually came here during their soft opening back in 2024 and thoroughly enjoyed the food. I'm glad nothing has changed. I think it may have gotten even better! Not the biggest of venues. This place filled up fast. Parking is generally not an issue as there are plenty of spots in the shopping plaza. No issues with the service, friendly, fast and efficient. ~ FIRECRACKER FRIES - 5/5 (NEW RELEASE - May 2026) I really liked these! Great flavor and texture; crispy, yet soft, slightly spicy and savory. Delish! ~ SHRIMP AND PORK SPICY WONTON - 4/5 (NEW RELEASE - May 2026) These were good, just a solid and tasty wonton. Nothing outstanding. ~ BEEF NOODLE SOUPS: - TRADITIONAL - 5/5 Their signature dish. The Beef was so tender and juicy. The broth is very well balanced without being overly salty. The noodles were brilliant as well. I would order this again in a heartbeat. ~ RICE PLATES: - BRAISED PORK BELLY - 4.5/5 Another brilliant dish. Flavorful and satisfying. I'll be back... read more

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Finally got to try this place for lunch as it's always packed. The key is to arrive at opening to get a seat. We order off the lunch menu where can get two items. I got the pork belly bowl with spicey pork/shrimp wonton. This totally reminded me of the food I had in Taiwan while traveling for work. It's nice and comforting food. I think next time would ask for rice in the side as meat is too saucy. Egg was nice soft. Sometimes it can be over boiled. The wonton is small but good meat portion as most places it more wonton than filling. We got pork chop appetizers that to had nice crunch and meat is moist. Not over powering spices. Co worker got the beef soup combo with popcorn chicken. The soup had great flavor her complaint was not enough soup In the bowl. But other than that it was good and noodles were just right too. Popcorn chicken is same as the pork chop flavor also nice and moist. The cucumbers were yummy as well nice and crunchy. We also got the passion fruit green tea. That's a pass next time as it was overly sweet. read more

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Yummy Taiwanese fast food. It's like a homier Moon Bear Express, or a Chi-Potle, or a El Boba Loca. Fried wontons are snackable like McNuggets but crunchier and more filling. The firecracker fries are a must: spicy, irregularly shaped potato wedges that come with skewers that serve like tiny chopsticks. read more

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We went on a Saturday dinner time and surprisingly, it wasn't too crowded. Decor was casual--nothing fancy. Parking was not too hard either because it is in a large plaza. I personally like that the menu has a decent amount of options but wasn't overwhelming with choices. We ordered the firecracker fries and shrimp, pork spicy wontons, fried shrimp and pork wonton, and dry traditional beef noodle. Our fav was the pork spicy wontons so would definitely recommend that. It has a kick but was not too spicy. Fries were second best and the other two tied. Although I didn't care too much for the noodle dish, I have to admit the meat was very tender. Overall would probably come back for the good appetizers. I would like to try other dishes as well. read more

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Decent lunch special deal with good soup. Overheard the owner talking about how he went all around Taiwan and tried all the noodles and brought this one to the states. Chashu rice was good, favorite was the noodles for sure though. Ordering is quick and easy via kiosk. read more

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I came here with a friend and we really liked the variety of asian foods here. I personally preferred non-fried asian food and they had a lot of steamed options! My friend preferred the fried dumplings and the fries. Parking was super easy since there's a large parking lot Service was on point with speed and diligence read more

Flaming Ox - Taiwanese Near Me - San Jose, California

Delicious and affordable options! I visited on a Thursday evening, and it was full but not too busy. It did feel like there weren't nearly enough waiters, as it took awhile to order, get our food, and pay. The store is beautifully decorated, with gorgeous murals. It feels like a casual, inviting space. I tried the popcorn chicken plate - it was solid! The popcorn chicken really hit the spot. It was crispy, well-flavored, with a soft interior. The chicken was paired with plenty of rice, cabbage, and a tea egg. The price was really good for the amount of food I got. I would definitely visit again to try more yummy dishes! read more

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My friends and I love trying new places and couldn't pass up the opportunity to try the Flaming Ox. I found this spot one day as I was passing by this complex on my way to work. We went in right at 11:45am and were surprised to find people in there. As we sat there and waited for our food; it got quite busy and loud. But the turnover is quite fast, so the wait times tend to be less than usual. We ordered the scallion pancakes, 3 different lunch meals, friend pork & shrimp wontons and firecracker fries. I ordered the traditional Mala lunch set with small belly rice (it's a lunch special in the bottom middle square). One of my friends ordered the lunch special #2, traditional mala with cucumbers. And my other friend ordered the mini belly rice set. The beef in our traditional mala was so tender that you could break it apart by picking it up with your chopsticks. The belly rice was amazing! Sweet and savory with traditional Taiwanese flavors We also ordered a passion fruit iced tea and a lychee iced tea. Personally I found the iced teas too sweet for my liking and watered it down with water. The only thing we had issue with was ordering. The interface was a little hard to understand and a member of our party accidentally ordered more than 1 of the sets as they didn't realize they had done so. read more

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Clean and cozy restaurant with great food and good portions! We had the Firecracker Fries - Favorite, just the right crispiness to softness ratio with an amazing spicy coating flavor. Good with or without the dipping sauce. (Dipping sauce was really good too!) Spicy Shrimp and Pork Wontons: was also very good... wontons were a bit small.. but packed with flavor. Fried Shrimp and Pork Wontons - my least favorite, again little filling and just ok. Still good, just not my fav Traditional Beef Noodle Soup (mild spicy) - perfect portion and AMAZING flavor. Got it with the thin noodles and even those were soft and yummy. It could use a little bit more broth, but flavor wise it was DELICIOUS! Staff were all friendly and welcoming - their guidance was spot on!! Parking could be a challenge during lunchtime weekdays - they suggest going evenings or weekends for a less crowded experience. Would I go back? YES!!! read more

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tl;dr Szechuan style noodle soups with a generous amount of numbing spice if you want! Delicious and tender noodles in a convenient casual plaza - this spot did not disappoint. I'd definitely come back to try other things! My husband and I tried a noodle soup and a dry noodle, both of which we each thoroughly enjoyed. My mala noodle soup had a ton of numbing spice and good flavor, with super tender beef. The service speed was decent, and workers were friendly. You can order on your own by scanning a QR code on your phone. read more

Came by for dinner the other night and it was a decent experience. Flaming Ox is located inside a strip mall with a private parking lot. The lot was 95% full on a weeknight... The restaurant was rather small and featured both indoor and outdoor dining. Ordering was done via QR code or with the staff. Started off with the popcorn chicken and the chicken was rather dry... bummer The blanched Veggies with fried garlic were quite tasty. The dry beef noodles were decent. Opted for the wide noodles and they were ok. Some of the noodles were stuck together. The half beef half tendons were fantastic. The beef tendons were super tender and the beef shank pieces were fantastic. The portions were gigantic...maybe better for sharing? read more

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Visited here for their weekday lunch special, we ended up disappointed with the selection, portion and price. The lunch deal wasn't really impressive, almost similar price with the normal menu items. The Beef Noodle Soup was very watery, like a diluted broth. However, the Pork Chop was delicious, it was flavorful and lean. Popcorn chicken and dry noodles were just okay. read more

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Flaming Ox is a cozy, casual, spot offering modern Taiwanese comfort food. All the dishes were well presented and flavorful. Both the firecracker fries appetizer and popcorn chicken rice plate was really good. The texture of the rice was a bit dry and clumpy though. The shrimp and pork wontons were ok. Service was friendly and efficient. read more

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Finally convinced my wife to check this place out. We frequent this complex often with nearby restaurants but we've always skipped Flaming Ox despite the good reviews. FYI, Parking could be a challenged during lunch rush so if you find a spot once you enter the lot from street, take it. I was craving for a warm soup on a chilly winter afternoon, so I got the Traditional Taiwanese Beef noodle soup with a side of their signature chili oil. My wife just got a side of Fried Pork Chop as we were sharing both dishes. My son got the Popcorn Chicken Rice Bowl Plate. This place was as I expected, but in a good way. All the dishes were 5 stars! The beef noodle soup was perfect, with a really flavorful broth and many large pieces of tender beef. The pork chop was crispy outside and juicy inside. The chicken also crispy with just the right amount of spices was delicious. The sides of signature chilly oil and seasoned egg that came with them made them better tasting. The Passion Fruit Green Tea and Jasmine Green Tea were refreshing cold drinks. I wish that they had hot tea on the menu though. The service was pretty quick with a very friendly crew. This moderately sized restaurant has a modest atmosphere with some nice wall artwork. I'd highly recommend checking this place out especially if you have the hankering for really good Taiwanese food! read more

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I went here on a Saturday evening in a party of 3 and didn't need to wait. I ordered a Mala Beef Noodle Soup with the thick noodles and green onion pancakes. I like how clean the interior is. It has a polished and modern look. One downside is that the chairs and booths do not have cushions. While I was eating I noticed that a lot of takeout orders being fulfilled, so that's something I might explore in the future. They have both laminated menus and QR code menus. I ordered with the QR code and the food came within 5 minutes. Tableside condiments include salt, white pepper, vinegar, chili, and soy sauce. The green onion pancake is ok, there wasn't anything to write home about. On the other hand, I really like the noodles .The meat is very thick but also incredibly tender. It literally melts in the mouth. The broth is good and the portion size feels right. The noodles themselves also had a good chew to them. One very minor complaint that I have is that my party all ordered noodles, but we only got a small dish of chili oil to share. It wasn't that spicy but had a good nutty flavor. I liked how the bok choy is also chopped so that it is easier to eat. I thought that the soup would be more spicy, but it is still very good. I would come back again read more

Flaming Ox - Mala Beef Noodle Soup with Thick Noodles - Taiwanese Near Me - San Jose, California

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Came here with a friend that got their free appetizer yelp community event. We got the firecracker fries and the fried shrimp dumpling. Both were pretty delicious - I could prob do with a bit less salt on the fries part. With respect to the noodles, I think they have a good chewy texture and the beef is nicely tenderized. Medium bowl is a good portion that will get most ppl full. The only thing I wish is better with the noodle is if the soup can be hotter. It feels a bit just luke warm when I got it. Service is good overall and they aren't that busy on weekday. read more

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When we arrived, we got seated right away. The service was fast and the restaurant was cozy and family-friendly. The food was delicious. I thought the firecracker fries had a distinct taste. It is spicy and flavorful, so I suggest eating it with rice. We also tried the spicy wonton, which is juicy and flavorful. The rice plate was a good balance of crunchy and soft textures from the chicken and pork belly. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to try a new place with spicy food! read more

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Party of 2 came for late lunch on a Saturday and there was no wait. We ordered the popcorn chicken (medium), spicy wontons, beef noodle soup 1/2 tendon 1/2 meat, and chilled cucumbers. The popcorn chicken didn't have that traditional Taiwanese batter but it still had a nice crunch and medium is not spicy. The wonton filling is super juicy! Been noodle soup had a fantastic flavor, with the tendon and meat being so tender. Service was fast and super friendly. Definitely adding this spot as my new go-to for Taiwanese beef noodle soup. read more

Flaming Ox - Traditional Beef Noodle Soup [Mild Spicy] 紅燒牛肉麵 with thick noodles 1/2 meat 1/2 tendon - Taiwanese Near Me - San Jose, California

A small shop that is solely focused on Taiwan beef noodle, broth or dry. There are some other Taiwanese dishes such as their fried pork chop rice, minced meat on rice, etc, but all in all, not a big menu and not a big shop. We came in for a late lunch and service was courteous and on time. Not that we need a lot of services since you order via the QR code and they gave us a big bottle of water for self water services. Food came quickly after the ordering and we were checked once during mid meal. I ordered the dry beef noodle and husband ordered the beef noodle soup. You can choose the type of noodle (thin or thick) and if you want more add on. To my pleasant surprise, the 3 pieces of beef shank that layered on the noodle were thick, but very well cooked that they were soft but not falling apart being picked up by the chopsticks. They were cooked with good flavors soaked in and yet not overcooked that the meat tasted dry and rough. It was wonderfully done. The veggie were chopped into smaller pieces and I skipped the pickles. The portion was just right for me. Although it came with a side chili oil, it was not too spicy and I could even handle it. The only thing I wasn't sure about is if the portion was good enough for my husband. The restaurant was designed with an open kitchen and you could see what was cooking behind the glass, though the food came so quickly that most people just devoured onto their food. Overall a much better experience than my last visit. If you just crave for a good Taiwanese beef noodle and not a comprehensive Taiwanese menu, this is the place to come. read more

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I went here for dinner and always wanted to try the spicy beef noodle soup. I was wowed by the meat portion. It wasn't too spicy like I thought it would be but they'll give you condiments to suit your liking. Service was professional. They are very accommodating if you never had Taiwanese food before. It gets crowding so I don't think it's wheelchair accessible unless they move chairs and tables for you. I'm pretty sure they will move it for you. It's very modern looking. read more

Flaming Ox - Mala Beef Noodle Soup [Spicy] 麻辣牛肉麵 - Taiwanese Near Me - San Jose, California

Best beef shank stew noodles soup in sf South Bay. Not sure how the owners make money when generous pieces of beef shank are in one soup bowl. It's the right amount of tender without being chewy and having enough texture so it doesn't fall apart! Wow... delicious. The flavors are subdued but tasty. I sometimes (like this time) ordered a combo beef shank with tendons. Their tendons are pretty good. Tender. As for the soups, one can select the spicy levels. There are also condiment sauces on the table for you to adjust to your preference. I usually prefer & choose the thin noodles, which are just done right... tender but chewy. One can choose thick flat noodles that I haven't tried. There are appetizers that I tried before. Most are ok. I didn't like onion pancake which is deep fried; I prefer pan fried. But if u like deep fried, it tastes pretty good. Also tried tofu with pickled egg; I don't prefer the spicy sauce; otherwise, it's pretty good. As you can see from dining room pic, it's clean & simple set up. The right place for a simple quick meal. Recommended. 4.5 stars rounded up, with good service. read more

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I had been seeing this place on Yelp for a while and finally decided to give it a try with some friends. We ordered the beef noodle soup with thick noodles, scallion pancake, and the popcorn chicken with basil. The service was really quick and I like the design of the restaurant. Very clean area. 4.5/5 - Beef Noodle Soup 5/5 - Scallion Pancake 5/5 - Popcorn Chicken Everything was really tasty. I'm honestly not a big fan of beef noodle soup in general, but this one was excellent. One of my usual complaints with beef noodle soup is that the meat can be tough, but here it was tender and flavorful. Would definitely come back! read more

I brought my mom and aunt to Flaming Ox, and they loved it. I ordered the bone broth soup with the shirataki noodles (a great low-carb option!), while they had the thin noodles. The broth was rich and deeply flavorful. The beef was incredibly tender--my 80-year-old aunt had no trouble chewing it at all. Even the tendons had a perfect texture and weren't overly chewy. The water spinachwas lightly sauced and served as the perfect fresh side to balance out the meal. The service truly set this experience apart. Our server was so kind and attentive, especially toward my aunt who is in a wheelchair. It's rare to find a place that feels this genuinely welcoming. I was down to 10% battery, but they have outlets along the wall. Since I had my block and cord with me, I was able to charge up while we ate. Great food, accessible, and amazing staff. read more

Nice restaurant, service is good. They have a student discount and also a lunch deal menu but I don't think it's really more worth it than ordering normally. I thought they'd come with large size noodles bowls but they're medium. I like the dry noodles more than soup, even though the dry noodles probably need a little more sauce... fried pork chops were great! No bones read more

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I made dinner reservations (Thursday night) for 2 via Yelp, easy and convenient. When we arrived we were seated right away. The restaurant was clean and the employees clean the tables right after a customer leaves. The food was good. We especially liked how tender the meat was. Employees were all nice and attentive. Definitely a place to try. Parking was a little difficult. read more

After visiting Christmas at the Park, I was craving for some hot beef noodle soup. Decided to try out Flaming Ox in San Jose. It's a Taiwanese restaurant specializing in noodle soup and rice plates. I started with the spinach with fried onions and onion pancakes. The veggie portions were small. The onion pancakes were good but just wish it was slightly larger portion. The beef noodle soup was good, I opted for the half beef & half tendon for an extra buck. I should of stayed with the regular instead of the beef tendon. The tendons were small and overcooked to a consistency of fat. The service was very good, they waitress was attentive. The dining area was very clean and welcoming. The tables were clean and organized with condiments. Overall, it was a very good experience. I would come back next time I'm in the San Jose area. read more

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I got the thick noodles for the traditional beef noodle soup and it wasn't a good choice. The noodles weren't cooked well or enough since they were too tough to chew when it first came out. I had to wait and keep my noodles submerged in the hopes it would get softer after a couple of minutes. Although it became more manageable to eat, it was still chewier than what I would prefer. Next time, I would get the thin noodles. The meat broth and beef were the best part of the dish. The broth was rich but not heavy while the beef was tender. You also order from the QR code on the table so there isn't much to say about the service. read more

Flaming Ox - Traditional Beef Noodle Soup Mild Spicy - Taiwanese Near Me - San Jose, California

I visited Flaming Ox with my husband over the weekend. It was lunchtime so I expected the plaza, which is shared with a City Sports Fitness, is typically crowded but it seems to have mellowed out a bit in recent years. The parking was still a little crowded closer to the restaurants, but we managed to find a parking spot nearby and noticed a small queue in front of Flaming Ox. A few parties joined a waiting list so that they could be seated do my husband and I also joined with an expected wait time of 10-25 minutes. While we waited, we visited the iTaiwan, a small Taiwanese snack store next door. Even though the wait time was estimated as 10-15 min, our table was ready around 5-7 minutes and we were given a small table at the side of the restaurant. The server gave us a pitcher of water and glasses for us to drink and let us know we could order via the QR code on the table. I ordered the beef broth soup and my husband ordered a traditional beef soup with extra noodles for an additional charge. Our soup came out quickly and the soup broth was very rich and flavorful. The slices of beef were thick, perhaps 1cm, and very juicy and tender. The soups were also served with some chopped up pickled veggies which added an additional dimension to the overall flavor profile of the soup. For those that want to add a few more spices, there is chili oil, white pepper, salt, and vinegar at each table. We were also given a spicy chili oil to dip our meat in, which gave our soup more heat and an extra kick. The establishment was small and busy, so it was a little awkward when servers would check in on us due to the lack of space, but the service was good and quick and the queue went by quickly. I would most definitely visit here again! read more

Flaming Ox - Beef Broth Soup - Taiwanese Near Me - San Jose, California

We had Sunday lunch with friends who had never tried this place before. The service is very friendly, helpful, and attentive. He checked on us a few times. Food: Zha Jiang Mien: Flavorful mushroom based sauce cooked with [IMPOSSIBLE] plant-based soy, fried shallots, aromatics and fresh cut vegetables (4/5). Bone Broth Beef Noodle Soup: 100% bone broth base, light delicate spice. *comes with beef* Choice of having either half tendon/half meat, tendon only, extra tendon, extra meat, all at a varying $$ amounts. Also choice of thin or thick noodles (4/5). Our friends got the Traditional Beef Noodle Soup with half tendon/half meat. They seemed to enjoy it. read more

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Came to Flaming Ox after purposefully searching out some good Taiwanese food for the South Bay. Food came out expeditiously after ordering which made us wonder a bit but overall, boyfriend gave it his stamp of approval stating that it brought back a lot of Taiwan nostalgia. We shared the traditional Taiwanese beef noodle soup with thin noodles. The broth was sufficiently beef and the pieces of shank were melt in your mouth tender. I also liked how the pickled vegetables were presented on a spoon to the side, quite traditional. My only comment against the dish was that all our vegetables were all of the bottom stems, not exactly the best part of any vegetable. We supplemented the noodles with some Taiwan classics. The soy threads were really tasty and the right flavor. It was refreshing for the warm day! The century egg with tofu was good but they used firm tofu so it didn't quite hit the mark as this dish ought to use silken tofu. Having said that, the flavor was still really good! Last but not least, the popcorn chicken. It was fried nicely and I really enjoyed the fried basil. read more

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Dined here about 2 weeks ago on a Saturday evening with a couple of friends. We came right at opening time of 5:00pm to avoid a possible wait. Two of us enjoyed the spicy beef noodle soup while another got no spice beef noodle soup. We also for the popcorn chicken and cucumbers to share (both were tasty and cucumbers were a lot better than another well known place). The beef noodle soup had huge pieces of meat in it as well as plenty of noodles. I think it may have been too early for my dinner as I only finished a little over half and ended up taking the rest home. Definitely made for a good meal the next morning! I like that they have the condiments you can add on the side. The satay was really good. Advise you to use sparingly as it was pretty spicy (different spice from the soup). I'd come again during cold weather as it def hit the spot! read more

Flaming Ox - Taiwanese Near Me - San Jose, California

Noodle lovers -- check out this cozy comfort spot featuring Taiwanese beef noodles. We got the noodle soup with thick noodles and the spicy dry version with thin noodles -- both were flavorful, and the beef was very tender! We also tried the fried pork chop and popcorn chicken (LOVE!). I was a bit worried the drinks would be too sweet since there's no option to adjust the sweetness, but they turned out perfectly balanced and really refreshing with the meal! read more

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The star is undoubtedly the Special Dry Noodle Mala Beef. The beef is incredibly thick, tender, and juicy, living up to its description perfectly. The mala seasoning provides a fantastic, aromatic heat. Whether you choose thick or regular noodles, you're in for a treat--both are excellent and hold the sauce well. Service is both professional and fast. The staff is efficient and attentive, ensuring you get your delicious food without a long wait, even in a compact space. It's a small, no-frills place, but it's impeccably clean and well-maintained. The focus here is squarely on the quality of the food. The Flaming Ox is a gem. It masterfully delivers an exceptional and satisfying bowl of noodles, with incredibly tender beef and perfect spice. Highly recommended for a fantastic, no-fuss meal. read more

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If you haven't been here yet, you're missing out!! When I'm craving something comforting, filling, and flavorful -- this is one of my go-to spots in San Jose! Here's what I ordered: - Dry Mala Beef with Shirataki Noodles - Traditional Beef with Thick Noodles + Extra Tendon - Century Egg + Tofu (a must-order!) - Chilled Eggplant The beef and tendon portions are so generous -- everything is melt-in-your-mouth tender. I also love how customizable everything is. You can go with soup or dry noodles. Choose from thin, thick, or their new low-cal shirataki noodles. And don't skip the century egg and tofu -- it's silky, rich, and pairs perfectly with the savory sauce. Whether you're after comfort food or a protein-packed meal, Flaming Ox will have you leaving full and happy!! :) read more

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