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    LAN Noodle

    4.2 (924 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Noodles
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    LAN NOODLE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Pig feet
    Karen C.

    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.

    Karl K.

    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.

    Yvonne C.

    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.

    Spicy Beef Noodle/麻辣牛肉面
    Chinsin S.

    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.

    Tendons.
    Jose H.

    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.

    Noodke types
    Amy L.

    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.

    Braised Beef w/ wide flat noodles
    Lily W.

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

    Marvin Q.

    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.

    Pork Belly w/ Garlic Sauce
    Vincent G.

    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!

    Menu Nov 2025
    Ka C.

    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!

    Beef Braised Noodles- Flat Chewy Noodles
    Janet K.

    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!

    Spicy Beef Noodle/麻辣牛肉面
    Jenna C.

    Delicious!! Food was great, fast service. Lots of locals eating there. I got the spicy beef level 2 and it was hot

    Dan Dan Noodle
    Linda K.

    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!

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    Super yummy noodles, easy parking, decent service. I got the spicy Lan Noodle and it was good level of heat.

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    Freshly made noddles throughout the day!!! Literally the most fresh, good tasting soup! Love this place!

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    The quality of food was OK, but not worth the price, facilities look a little dirty, Service was group

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    Ask the Community - LAN Noodle

    How late does it open?

    Yelp Page says they close at 9 pm.

    This place is listed today as having outdoor seating. Is it still available? If it is, is it covered or heated? How many people can sit there? / April 10, 2023

    Not heated but yes covered, like sidewalk seating for three tables outside so you'd be by parked cars

    Review on signature lan noodle?

    Simply Delicious

    As of August 14, 2021, does LAN Noodle still have tables outside?

    Yes. One table for 2. One table for 4.

    Does this restaurant use Sichuan peppercorns that cause tingling and numbing of the tongue? Thank you!

    I had the Lan Original Noodles - Spicy, and there were no numbing peppers in the dish.

    Do they still offer outdoor seating? Edit: they have 3 tables outside for outdoor seating!

    As of last week they had 3 tables outside and limited tables inside (like 3-4 tables).

    Are you still able to see up close when they make the noodles during these covid times?

    As of last week you are able to go inside and see the noodle maker behind the plexi glass.

    Are any of the noodle choices gluten free?

    No they don't

    Do you guys accept cash now or credit only?

    cash and credit ok.

    Do they offer take out during COVID 19?

    Yes

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    Menya Hanabi - The Original Nagoya Mazesoba - Our Deluxe Nagoya Mazesoba is made with chashu, ajitama and nori, plus spicy ground pork and a poached egg.

    Menya Hanabi - The Original Nagoya Mazesoba

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$
    Casual dining
    Locally owned & operated

    Came here on a Thursday night after gym. Easy parking. No wait. Small store. My fiancé and I…read moreordered only one bowl and shared it between us. For him he thinks that was a good enough portion because it tasted a bit too creamy for him. For me it wasn't enough! It was soooo deliciousssss. Dry noodles here for the win! Worth the $18! Service was okay, we didn't needed too much this time around but they have enough people that you can wave down. And they have the whole water for yourself to refill. Would definitely come back. Already craving for another as I am writing this review.

    Was scrolling through Yelp for a place to try in Arcadia and this one caught our eyes…read more I've had Mazesoba before in ramen spots, but never at a Mazesoba-specific spot. Worried about dry noodles? Don't fret, as they truly pile on the sauce that is both tasty and addictive! Service was satisfactory. There wasn't much to do as we order our own food, but they give you your cutlery and a jug of water at the start so there wasn't a need to ask for anything anyway. The setup was okay. It felt a little cramped and waiting for the toilet while staring at a dirty trash bin wasn't the best start to the meal, but given the space it's understandable. I got the Deluxe Nagoya Mazesoba and my wife got the Original Mazesoba. The original is great but I specifically wanted the seaweed and soft-boiled egg. After a fun mix, I took my first bite and did not stop stuffing myself until the last noodle strand was gone. Seriously, I don't know what they add to it that makes it so addicting but I could not stop eating it. I'm a fast eater usually but even my wife was surprised with my remaining half after her first 2 bites. The sauce would usually be too heavy, but the accompaniments allows the dish to balance itself. It was also not too dry, which is a common worry I have for mixed noodles. At the end of the meal they offer a complimentary rice to mix in with the sauce, though personally I would have preferred a broth as I didn't need the extra carb, but a light broth would have been a great finish. I can see this being a craving, so beware, try it at your own risk... but also run there now!

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    Menya Hanabi - The Original Nagoya Mazesoba - Chashu Nagoya Mazesoba

    Chashu Nagoya Mazesoba

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    Xi'an Foodie

    Xi'an Foodie

    4.4(160 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    This is truly one of those places that keeps you coming back again and again. The kind of…read morerestaurant you still crave and can't wait to revisit. XiAn Foodie 李老三 serves food that is not only delicious, but authentic and full of soul. The handmade noodles were impressive. perfectly chewy and springy, soaking up the rich sauce. Every bite was flavorful and satisfying! The lamb skewers, beef skewers, beef shank noodles, lamb & carrot dumplings, and oil-splashed noodles are all highly recommended. Everything was tender, aromatic, and clearly prepared with great care and attention to flavor and ingredients. Spice lovers will definitely be happy here, but even if you normally don't eat spicy food, you'll still find yourself going back for bite after bite. The restaurant itself is simple yet elegant, clean, and comfortable, with the warm feeling of a beloved local spot. The service is friendly, and the food comes out quickly, creating a relaxed and welcoming dining experience. Especially after a long day, having a hot bowl of their oil-splashed noodles feels genuinely comforting. If you enjoy unique Xi'an cuisine, I highly recommend giving this place a try. You can taste that the flavors have not been overly adjusted just to appeal to the masses. Instead, the restaurant preserves the authentic spirit, warmth, and bold flavors of traditional Xi'an cooking.

    This was my first time trying Xi'an-style cuisine, and it turned out to be a great introduction. A…read morefriend suggested the spot after our pickleball game, and we ended up ordering a wide variety of dishes to share: shrimp fried rice, beef dumplings, lamb and beef skewers, smashed cucumbers, garlic bok choy, wide hand-pulled noodles with a mix of meats, and a large chicken and potato dish, among others. Overall, most of the dishes were solid. The only one I could have skipped was the chicken and potato dish...it just didn't stand out compared to everything else. I think this was the dish that we took leftovers since everyone else also felt a similar way regarding that dish. The skewers were well-cooked, but the cumin flavor was a bit overpowering for my taste, and it lingered longer than I would've liked. With that said, there were definitely some highlights. I really loved the shrimp fried rice and the beef dumplings, but my favorite was the wide noodle dish with mixed meats. It was incredibly flavorful and hit all the right notes. I actually ordered it after noticing another table enjoying the same dish. Honestly, their reactions said everything and it absolutely lived up to the expectation. The owner was warm and welcoming, which added to the overall experience. The restaurant itself is very clean, with bright lighting and a modern aesthetic that makes it feel inviting. Parking is also convenient, with plenty of space available in the back garage. All in all, it's a spot I'd recommend for anyone looking to try authentic flavors from the Xi'an region.

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    Xi'an Foodie - Same taste as I ate in Xi An China, very delicious the beef.

    Same taste as I ate in Xi An China, very delicious the beef.

    Xi'an Foodie - Tomato & Egg Noodles

    Tomato & Egg Noodles

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    Macky Express - Combo with egg plant, orange chicken and string beans

    Macky Express

    4.4(22 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    Macky was in my frequent visit list as its Monrovia location was tasty, affordable, and the menu is…read morevast. This new location is unfortunately lacking in many regards. Food: Ordered the house noodle soup with thick yellow noodles and rice noodles. Unfortunately, the flavors do not taste the same as they did in their old location. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't good either. Service: The staff is nice. This is a very small operation compared to their old site so there is just one person handling everything outside. Environment: The store location is horrible in that if you're coming from the East it is hard to access. The parking lot is horrible and with very limited space. The restaurant's bathroom is outside the restaurant....This site is a complete hole in the wall and not in a good way... Price: Still very affordable. Food: 3 Service: 4 Environment: 2 Price: 4

    New location, same yummy food! I had gone to the original Macky's in Monrovia for years, so I was…read moredefinitely happy to hear they were back. I always order the Pork Kidney & Shrimp with either rice vermicelli (A) or flat rice noodles (C). The kidney is fresh with generous portions, pairing nicely with the light broth. It's a very comforting dish, and I find myself craving it quite often. Small note, but if you get it for takeout like I usually do, be careful when transporting it since the soup has leaked a few times for me. Their Taiwanese Beef Noodle is also worth trying. The broth is on the thicker, rich side, with a flavorful spice and large cuts of tender beef. The noodles are wide and chewy, which are my personal favorite for beef noodle soups. The shop itself may look small and unassuming, but their food is consistently delicious and reasonably priced. Please come and support this mom and pop shop, you won't be disappointed!

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    Macky Express - Food for express takeout

    Food for express takeout

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    Fried beef chow fun

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    Xiang Ji Arcadia 祥記傳家

    Xiang Ji Arcadia 祥記傳家

    4.2(196 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    This place is highly recommended by a church sister so decided to give it a try. And now it's my…read morefavorite beef noodles place beside my mom's kitchen. The lady at the cashier was so sweet and friendly. She patiently introduced me to their menu and food, made recommendations. I'm very pleased by her customer service. It is a small to medium restaurant, nice and clean throughout. Very welcoming like a family restaurant. It was a to-go order and they packed the food pretty well so the noodles don't get soggy. The flavor is so rich with layers, beef is braised so tender and the portion is super generous. My family and I enjoyed everything very much. I can't wait to go back and try more.

    The beef noodle soup was good. My favorite was the pork intestine noodles which is the brown soup…read morenoodle. This is a signature Taiwanese dish and not many places in LA serves it. This one was good and the only thing I would come back for. They had various stuff dumplings. The pork dumplings were a little bland. The beef dumplings were good but were not out of this world. They use store bought skin, probably to cut labor and cost, but honestly there are better options around the area. This is a casual spot. The service was limited. We had to ask for things more than once. They do have a self service sauce station for your dumplings sauces.

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    Xiang Ji Arcadia 祥記傳家 - Gets busy on weekends. Seating area.

    Gets busy on weekends. Seating area.

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