If you're looking for authentic Chinese flavors, Lan Noodle House is definitely worth a visit. Every dish tasted fresh, comforting, and full of flavor. What we ordered: * Appetizer Combo - A great way to start the meal with a variety of refreshing side dishes. * Braised Pig Ear in Chili Oil - Crunchy, flavorful, and coated in a fragrant chili oil with just the right amount of heat. * Sliced Pork Belly with Garlic Sauce - Tender, savory, and perfectly balanced with a garlicky sauce that wasn't overpowering. * Xiao Long Bao - Thin wrappers filled with juicy broth and flavorful pork. Definitely a must-order. * Braised Beef Noodle Soup - Rich, comforting broth with tender beef and chewy handmade noodles that really hit the spot. * Dan Dan Noodles - Creamy, nutty, and packed with bold sesame flavor with just the right amount of spice. * Mustard Green Beef Noodles - A comforting bowl with tender beef, chewy noodles, and pickled mustard greens that add the perfect tangy kick. The portions are generous, making it a great place to come with friends or family and share a variety of dishes. read more

I went straight for the braised pork noodle -- essentially a hong shao niu rou mian situation -- and it delivered where it counted. The noodles themselves had great texture and the braised pork was a mixed bag. When it was good, it was genuinely tender and satisfying. But the consistency wasn't quite there -- some bites were exactly what you'd hope for, others ran a little dry. For a dish that lives and dies on the braise, that 50/50 split is hard to ignore. The broth also felt like it stopped just short of the depth and richness you want from a bowl like this -- solid base, but could push harder on flavor. The pork potstickers though? Zero complaints. Crispy bottoms, well-seasoned filling, and a satisfying bite all the way through. If you're on the fence about ordering them, don't be. The chili oil on the table is also worth mentioning -- punchy and well-balanced. Use it liberally, especially if you feel like the broth needs a little more punch. One practical note -- the restaurant runs warm inside. Not unbearable, but noticeable. Do yourself a favor and ask for iced water when you sit down. You'll want it. LAN Noodle is a spot with real potential. The bones are there -- the execution just needs a bit more consistency to match the ambition. read more

stopped many mid weekday there weren't many people luckily. menu with very good options and a wide variety of noodle shapes. while the tableside oil was not the freshest, their chili oil noodles were umami, salty, spicy with a bouncy chew of the wide flat noodles. wonderful spot for when you're craving noodle dishes at a great price. read more

LAN Noodle - chili oil noodle - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Service: The staff is pretty friendly, very attentive and fast to place the order. Ambiance: A typical chinese restaurant in the 626. Wasn't crowded on a weeknight. Food: Be aware that lanzhou beef noodle soup is different than the taiwan one that is more popular. This has a lighter broth and they have a wide variety of noodles. I would get the spicy since it was not too spicy and it was more flavorful than the non spicy version. read more

LAN Noodle - Signature Lan Noodle/招牌兰州牛肉面 - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Guys this place is fabulous!!! It's a hand made noodle dive joint. The food is amazing. I had the Beef Dry Mix with wide flat noodles and I was blown away! So yummy and a bit spicy, real spicy but head over heels fantastic. The service is excellent, just what you'd expect from an Asian dive noodle bar. The dining area is far from impressive but don't let that stop you. There was a couple empty restaurants in this place but LAN Noodles was packed. Get here and enjoy! read more

LAN Noodle - Beef dry mix with wide flat noodles. - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Love that I can choose my (fresh, hand pulled) noodles to pair with the dish I'm interested in. I quite like the spicy oil splashed ones because it is just the right amount of garlic, spice, and meaty noodle for a satisfying lunch! read more

Land noodles, home of the large hand stretch noodles. The signature Beef Noodle Soup is considered to be some of the most authentic Lanzhou soups around. The Soup consists of hand stretch noodles, clear broth, radish, red chili, cilantro and onion. The flavor was very good but still could have used more heat. The noodles were delicious and the beef was tender. I also ordered Xiao Long Bao dumplings, which were very good. No smiles with the service, but it was quick and helpful. All beverages are served in small white plastic cups. So much more to order, I will be back. read more

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Came back to try different dishes. Got the beef Chinese burger, braised beef noodle soup, sautéed vegetables and xiao long bao. I liked the crunchy texture of the bread for the Chinese burger. It's on the spicier side. The braised beef noodle soup and sautéed vegetables were my favorite. The xiao long bao wasn't soupy but the dipping sauce they give is very good. Staff is very nice. There are quite a few tables for indoor seating. read more

LAN Noodle - Lanzhou Beef Chow Mein and Goji Berry Ferminated Rice Drink with Strawberry and Pineapple - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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We picked the perfect time for a late lunch one table available and within 10 minutes it was just us til the next round of customers arrived. Yummy soup and noodles. Today I ordered no spice and added chili oil, soy sauce, and vinegar to my spice level. I think next time I will pick mild just to jazz it up a little. Obviously we will return when we visit so cal again. read more

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Seems like if you already know about this place, you know. It's very good Lanzhou style noodles that are freshly made in front of you. There are also a variety of noodle shapes you can choose but no big deal if you are overwhelmed by all the options, just ask the waiter and he'll gladly tell you which one will work best with what you're ordering. This place can get pretty busy at times and usually when I am here for dinner, if it's not too crowded you're actually lucky since the place fills up and tables get rotated with other people throughout the time I am here. Vegan and vegetarian options are marked clearly on the menu. I also do see the occasional to go order though not sure if they're on the apps or you'll need to call ahead. Parking is pretty easy in the big shared lot just outside the place. read more

The customer service very nice and always make customer satisfied and the chef cook my beef noodle very delicious. Also the appetizer is so yummy . All the waiter and waitresses are so friendly read more

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I like how they have expanded their menu with additional options other than simply noodle options. We tried their pork pan fried dumplings (3/5) since the skin was overpoweringly thick, but the filling was decent. They have a small and large sweet and sour chicken rice plate. I had gotten the small size just to try it out, but it was surprisingly good (5/5). The pork sandwich bun was decent (4/5) since the beef was tasty but the sandwich bun could be better. We also had the traditional beef noodle soups with either the wide flat and triangle ones. You can't go wrong with these freshly made pulled noodles, and they are very hearty portions. Flavor is good and the beef is very tender. The smashed cucumbers were decent also (4/5), but nothing spectacular about them. Service is very quick, attentive and pleasant. This is a good go to spot for a quick meal. The dining room doesn't seat a lot of people so try not to come during busy dining hours on weekends to avoid a long wait. read more

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Drinks: -Mango smoothie $5.5 -Diet Coke Appertizers: -Chinese burger beef $7.99 -smashed cucumber $5 -beef tendon $7 -pig ear $13 -scallion oil chicken $13 -braised pig feet $13 Entrees: -beef chow mein $17 -sweet and sour chicken with rice $10 -xiao long bao $14 -shrimp fried rice $15 -Lan noodle $16 -dried mixed with beef $17 If noodles had a personality, Lan Noodle would be that overachiever who makes everything from scratch just to show off. You walk in thinking, "I'll just grab a quick bowl," and suddenly there's a noodle master stretching dough like he's training for the Olympics. Their Lanzhou-style noodles? Fresh, chewy, and honestly a little too good--they'll ruin instant ramen for you forever. The Lan noodle soup is so rich and savory. The died mixed noodle feels like a warm hug... if hugs came with chili oil and a kick that sneaks up on you. It's a small, busy spot, so yeah, you might wait--but don't worry, the line moves fast. Plus, it gives you time to emotionally prepare for choosing your noodle shape. Thin? Wide? Triangle? This is not a decision to take lightly. One wrong move and you'll be thinking about it halfway through your bowl like, "I should've gone wider." read more

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What a great place! The noodles are incredibly flavorful and well done. I ordered the L1 LAN Signature Noodles the house special and it did not disappoint. One thing I really loved is the variety of noodle types you can choose from. I went with the wide flat noodles, which were perfect. The dish was packed with flavor, and the noodles themselves were exceptional. Also not to be missed are the smashed cucumbers they're light, refreshing, and the perfect complement to the meal. Some if you are in the neighborhood do yourself a favor and check out LAN. If you want, I can punch it up with more personality or make it shorter for Yelp-style impact. read more

LAN Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Satisfied the craving for longevity noodle on this Chinese New Year's day. Came to visit from DTLB, their name kept popping up when searching for Longevity noodles so we went on a little road trip. The noodles are delicious and chewy, the meat tender and the radishes tasty. You can customize the spice level, asked for medium and it hit the spot. The tendon appetizer was good, but probably would like it better at room temperature or slightly warm as opposed to cold. The soup dumplings were OK. Very friendly staff in a no frills fast service restaurant. I would definitely pop in when near by and craving a yummy bowl of beer noodle soup. read more

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LAN Noodle is a no-frills, you know what you're getting into, homey restaurant. Prices also felt more than reasonable for what you get. I was initially skeptical, but we were quickly seated by a very accommodating server and host who constantly checked on us and took care of us from start to finish, quite well. I got the Spicy Beef Noodle Soup with Wide Flat Noodles and it was quite good! Better than expected too. I know, I know, the reluctance is showing, ha. The flavor of the soup wasn't groundbreaking, but it was quite pleasant, light, and I couldn't help but keep sipping, one mouthful after the other. Candidly, I can see myself craving this during a rainy day or when I get sick. The noodles were also chewy, wide, and just hit the spot. Disclaimer: I'm a huge fan of wide flat noodles, and they did a really good job here! Our table also ordered XLB and pan-fried dumplings to share. Both were above average and hit the spot. Overall, if I'm in the area again, I would totally come back again. read more

LAN Noodle - Spicy Beef Noodle/麻辣牛肉面 - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

*** 2025 review #44 *** When the noodles craving hit and I've had LAN Noodle bookmarked forever... gotta make the drive out. #cravingssatisfied read more

LAN Noodle - Braised Beef w/ wide flat noodles - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

On a grey day was craving soup noodles and my brother recommended this spot. They have a wide selection of noodle types so you can optimize your experience. I went with the round medium noodles with Spicy LAN noodles. The texture of the noodles had a fresh bouncy texture. The broth spicy as in flavor but not too much heat where your mouth is burning. I'm also pleased with the cold dish of pig ears and pig feet. read more

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OMG! I don't know why I didn't try this place sooner! Their noodles are just WOW. The texture is so amazing, fresh and chewy! I still haven't found a place with that texture of noodles in SoCal yet. I ordered the thinnest noodles, I loved it! I felt like they're understaffed but staff always trying their best to serve people. You couldn't tell it's a couple running the restaurant which reminds me a lot of my parents. I came here on a weekday past 8pm, it was still PACKED. I will definitely come back! read more

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The LAN LAN noodle soup with the wide noodle was good and it was fresh hand made. The soup was perfect not too salty, and their pork pan fried dumplings was delicious as well. The restaurant was very clean and great customer service. read more

LAN Noodle - Pork Pan Fried - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

They make their hand pulled noodles fresh in house and it tastes bouncy and delish. But what's up w the uncooked spinach thrown on top of the noodle soup??? It wasn't busy when we first got there but slowly people started walking in. Feels like a homey, no frills restaurant. Parking is available right outside but can get pretty busy. read more

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Should you check this place out? Yes! Let me say upfront if you want authentic handmade noodles, Lan Noodle is the place to go. I walked in and immediately saw the cook pulling noodles like he's training for an arm-wrestling tournament. Thirty years of noodle mastery in one pair of forearms. You can smell the dough, hear the slap of noodles hitting the counter, it's got this alive feeling, like the kitchen is mid-performance and you just walked in on the good part. Braised Beef Noodle Soup The broth is clear, light, and clean, simmered for hours with beef bones and aromatics. It's not aggressively salty, not heavy, not greasy. Think soothing rather than punch-you-in-the-face. This is the kind of broth where you take a sip first before touching the noodles. The beef is slow-braised until it's fork-tender, but it still holds shape. Not shredded, not dry, just soft enough to pull apart with chopsticks. Very classic, very traditional. Then you've got cilantro, green onions, daikon, all there to keep things fresh and balanced. Nothing feels random. Every element has a job. Lan Noodle's noodles are hand-pulled Lanzhou-style wheat noodles from Northwestern China, and the big thing is texture. These aren't soft, floppy noodles that disappear the second they hit hot broth. They're springy, elastic, and chewy in a deliberate way. They also offer multiple shapes. Thin, medium, thick, and wide. Each one changes the experience. Thicker noodles soak up more broth and oil, thinner ones feel lighter and faster. Same dough, different personalities. Also in many restaurants that use lesser quality noodles, that stick together, LAN noodle's noodles don't. They really feel fresh and high-quality. The server is super nice and efficient. You're in and out in a jiffy! Date Spot? Not for a first date. The server leaves you alone unless you flag him down to get something. But you're in and out too fast to really talk and get to know your date. So, this one's for family, friend or significant other. Group Spot? The spot is a little small, though they have some seating outside. I'd say 10 max at this place, so they have room to serve others. Final Verdict Lan Noodle is one of those places that doesn't need hype. The food does the talking. If you love hand-pulled noodles, just go. You'll get it. read more

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I thought it was okay. Felt a little rushed because we just sat down and server kept coming to ask what we wanted. I thought the broth was a little on the plain side and the noodle, although super fresh (saw the guy actually pulling the noodles and throwing them into the pot) it wasnt that flavorful. Tea egg was good though. The wide flat noodle is maybe 3 large noodles in the bowl. Also, if you dine in, itll be better to get nonspicy and add your own as the spicy chilli sauce is the same as the one on the table. read more

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LOVE the noodles here! The hand-made noodles are FRESH and you can see the staff making them. You can choose what noodle texture you want like if you want thin, chewier, an in-between. I recommend the Beef Braised Noodle Soup and I personally like my noodles chewy so I got their Flat Style Noodles. The broth is super flavorful, and the beef is very tender and soft. Ambiance is fine. The interior and tables were clean. Service was attentive and the food was served RIGHT AWAY. I was actually suspicious considering how fast the food came out haha. But I can't complain because it was tasty. I've eaten here twice and I would come back again to enjoy more noodle soup! read more

LAN Noodle - Beef Braised Noodles- Flat Chewy Noodles - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Amazing!! LAN noodle was perfect after attending an event locally. Noodles are made fresh in front of you. The establishment itself is very straightforward. Clean tables and chairs. Service was prompt and friendly. It was so nice to see so many locals coming in and the owners remembering orders and small talk. Prices are more than reasonable. I can't remember what I ordered but I just had the owner/server suggest food for us. read more

LAN Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

Great place to experience great noodles! The place offers quite minimalist/ simple decor yet, that does not mean food is not good! Dan Dan Noodles came out as I expected, added with my preferred flat noodles makes it super enjoyable, while my husband got Mixed Dry Noodles. This noodle has quite strong taste and quite spicy too! So alert for anyone cannot take spices to avoid this menu. Service was super swift. There is open counter where you see the gentleman shaping & pull the noodle, so cool to me! read more

LAN Noodle - Dan Dan Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Lan Noodle has the best beef noodle soup in SGV. This makes sense since beef noodles originated in Lanzhou, China. In Lanzhou, they even have a color coded system for distinguishing a top bowl of beef noodle soup. The soup should be clear, the radishes crystal white, with bright red chili, jade green cilantro, and yellow noodles. Signature LAN Noodle: The beef is prepared two ways: sliced thin and in little chunks. Either way, the meat is tender and well marbled. You can choose among three round noodles of varying thickness, two flat noodles of different widths, and even a triangular noodle. The hand pulled noodles have a satisfying and springy chew. The broth is well balanced, beefy, and delicious. Dining Area: The dining room has 10 tables and there are two tales outside. Parking: The mini mall has a giant lot. read more

LAN Noodle - Signature LAN Noodle with thin noodles - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

The service was fast, food is average to my taste. I appreciate the handmade noodles part, but the broth is too plains and salty for me. Overall, the noodle soups are fine but not the best I ever had. We also ordered beef burger, there was no sauce in the burger, buns were too dry to the point when I bited it it hurts my gum. They used beef shank parts as filling but it wasn't shredded to my liking. It was the exact same cut as they used on the noodle soup, which I called it very sloppy work. The beef shank itself it's heavily seasoned with salt as well. So I wouldn't recommend ordering chinese burgers from this place. We came around 8pm, and their closing time was at 9pm. We finished paying our bills at around 8:50, but I was still wrapping my kids bites and crumbs. The waiter first came to collect the credit card receipt from us, then came back again asking if I was done with this as he was pointing to my empty bowl while my mouth was still full from chowing food. I kindly nodded my head and gestured that he can take the bowl. A few seconds later, he came back again and asking if I'm done with my husband's bowl as I was still not done with chowing. Oh come on! I know people wanted to leave work at the end of the day, but back off body, you couldn't wait just for one more minute until we got up from our chair then started to clean up? There are still 5 minutes on the clock, very unprofessional service! Not a kids friendly place since the staffs gave us the dirty look when my kids were acting a bit crazy for the night. They do have high chairs. There is only one bathroom in the back. The wall decoration were helpful to identify what kind of noodles you want to order. But the service we received won't make us wanted to come back ever again. read more

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Fresh noodles here at LAN Noodle! Came on a Sunday with plenty of tables around dinner time. You can see them making the noodles through the glass window so you know its fresh. In terms of what I tried I got these. Signature LAN Noodle - Really enjoyed this one. I got it with triangle cut noodles and it was perfect and very flavorful. If you want a lot of the veggies I recommend asking for it on the side! Tasty dish. (4.5/5) Braised Beef Noodles - I tried a bite of this one which we got with the flat fat noodles. Pretty good as well and the braised beef was very flavorful. Delicious. (4/5) Overall, service was a bit slow for our table as the table next to us came 10-20 minutes later and got their food at the exact same time but other then that the food was good. Would be back. Parking - Plenty in a big lot. read more

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If you're serious about noodles, this place delivers. You can watch them hand-pull the noodles right in front of you, which already sets the tone -- fresh and legit. The beef noodle soup, especially the one with pickled mustard greens, is the star. Rich broth, tender beef, and the noodles have that perfect bite. It's a great spot for groups too -- I've come here with a big party and everyone left happy. Parking's not bad since it's in a plaza, and the vibe is casual and comfortable. The only downsides? It can get busy, so service and consistency sometimes dip during peak hours. And while the food is worth the price, it's not bargain-basement cheap. Decor is simple, nothing flashy -- but you're here for the noodles, not the ambiance. Pro tip: come during off-peak hours and go for the pickled mustard beef noodle soup if you're not sure what to order. Overall, Lan Noodle is one of the stronger noodle spots in the SGV. Solid, dependable, and worth a trip if you're craving fresh hand-pulled noodles. read more

LAN Noodle - DRY MIXED NOODLE - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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yummy and authentic taste. make sure you order the thinnest noodle though! the thick ones don't hold flavor well. very friendly staff and interior is very clean :) they got a big tv with repetitive tiktoks and shorts playing read more

LAN Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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My girlfriend and I were craving noodles after an event in Pasadena and this place happened to be within walking distance from our hotel, which took around ten minutes. There was no wait when we first arrived and the staff seated us immediately. We wanted an appetizer, so we started off with the pork belly with garlic sauce. The pork belly was cooked very well and the garlic complemented each bite perfectly where it wasn't too strong. My main dish was the dry noodles with chicken. I was able to customize my noodles to be wide flat noodles which I haven't had before. The noodles were chewy, the chicken was made very well, although the spice level was a little higher than I expected. I would definitely want to try out the Lanzhou Beef Chow Mein if I ever came back to this area. Definitely worth checking out if you're craving any noodle dishes! read more

LAN Noodle - Pork Belly w/ Garlic Sauce - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Came again after many many years for the braised beef soup with wide flat (belt) noodles. Tastes just as good as I remember. Came for Friday lunch and it was less busy as I remember last time for a weekend dinner. Seated immediately and food came out promptly. read more

LAN Noodle - Braised Beef Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

This is a mom and pop restaurant. Small not fancy. But who cares when the food has all the amazing flavors that you just want to eat there every day. I tried a soup I believe spicy beef, let me tell you I can't wait to go back and try more of their dishes. I kinda want to tell you don't come to this place so, it could be my secret spot but it would not be fair to the owner. Come, come, come and eat. You won't regret it. People are very nice too. read more

LAN Noodle - Menu - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Stellar! I agree with Margaret P., although I wasn't hungover when I dined here ;)- I was driving home from Pasadena and ultimately I selected this restaurant because it was open relatively late on a Sunday evening. The nearly full dining room bode well, aside from the fact that I had bookmarked the place at some point. Service was fast and friendly, and my crushed cucumbers came out looking as fresh and delicious as they tasted. Highly recommended! Up next was the braised beef bowl. Wow, absolutely incredible! I selected the regular pulled noodles and they were perfectly cooked. A little bite and fresh. All-in-all, I'm looking forward to future visits to work around the menu. read more

LAN Noodle - Crushed cucumber appetizer is a choice with combinations. - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Honestly a solid spicy beef noodle spot. The hand-pulled noodles gave a unique texture than regular noodles. I went for a late lunch and it hit the spot. Service was good and quick. Lots of parking in the plaza. read more

LAN Noodle - Spicy Beef Noodle/麻辣牛肉面 - Chinese Near Me - Arcadia, California

LAN noodle has the best soup. noodles are made from scratch. You can taste difference from other restaurants. I'd like their risk it with a white noodle and the collard greens on the side. Highly recommend. read more

A huge bowl of beef broth and rippled wide noodles came out shortly after ordering the Lan signature. The sliced beef was tender without being unpleasantly fatty or hampered by tendons. The noodles were a bit uneven in thickness but that's the charm of handmade noodles and it gave a variety of chewy textures. Enjoyed the beef broth that was flavorful but not overly salty. Service was efficient and the ambiance is a bit utilitarian but satisfying for a quick and cozy meal. read more

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Lan is one of my favorite noodle spots. Fast, casual, attentive and fairly priced. Parking lot was a tad packed but it didn't matter once we sat down. The order: Shredded potato salad: nice bite to the potato, very subtly sour and just a hint of sweetness Tangy celery: the perfect fresh, tangy and crunchy side dish to contrast the main dishes Mouthwatering chicken: a bit more stripped back than its name implies. it was good but not a must order for me Liang Pi: a very refreshing noodle dish. the noodles are bouncy and mix well with the other flavors and textures. often times the earthiness of bean sprout can be surprisingly overpowering but its flavor is very well combined in this one. Signature Lan noodle: I got the largest round noodle and they had the perfect bite and chew. The broth at Lan is expertly balanced with a depth of flavor which seems to satiate the more you eat. It's bright and dark, light yet rich, sweet and sour, and so on. The blend of spices gives a slow burn without a huge layer of oil on the top like some soups depend on. I needn't say more. In hindsight we probably didn't need this many cold dishes, but all of them satisfied nonetheless. The noodles are unsurprisingly the star of the show here with the veggie appetizers playing a very important supporting role for me. Happy there are 3 locations, if only I didn't live 30 min away from all of them... read more

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First time at this place. All the food was enjoyable. Quick service. Not a big dinning area, good for smaller groups. I would come back to try other noodle dishes. Caution: there are periodic thumping sounds from the chef working on the noodle dough throughout the meal. read more

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