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Lan's Noodles & Dumplings

3.9 (116 reviews)
ModerateChinese, Noodles
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Since when!!!
David M.

Good food. Good service. Good Dan Dan Noodles. Waiting around to meet my honey for her book signing ("Blood!!!") at Barnes & Noble (a super cool children's book:) and had a half hour and wanted something to eat. Wandered into Lan's and that was a good choice. Had some traditional Dan Dan noodles and they were well worth the price. Accompanied them with Walovi cool tea and couldn't have been happier. Great choice for a cold day's warming lunch or dinner. Give em a try.

Mariah L.

We have two young kids that were really starving. What kept us focused was how amazing the service and food was. The staff was so attentive, family oriented and accommodating. Seaweed salad was the best we ever had. Soup dumplings were a little thick. Not enough soup. But flavor was good. Dan Dan was phenomenal. So flavorful, noodles were so incredibly soft. Chicken stir fried noodles was exactly how I want my lo mein style noodles every time. Loved how the chef hand pulled the noodles to order. So fun to watch. Wish I could return, we are just visiting! Must try

Shrimp dumplings, pork dumplings (steamed), shu mai
Isobel R.

I was really looking forward to trying this spot, especially for their hand-pulled noodles, but overall the experience was just okay. We ordered the pork steamed dumplings, shu mai, and shrimp dumplings -- all of which were fine but nothing really stood out. The dumplings were a bit tough and not as flavorful as I'd hoped. The edamame and cucumber salad were fresh but pretty standard, and the pork over rice bowl was also just average. On the positive side, the pricing was reasonable, the service was good, and the restaurant itself was clean and comfortable. I wanted to love this place, but the food didn't quite live up to the hype for me. Still, it's not a bad spot if you're in the area and want something simple and quick!

Sheryl S.

Lan's is a reasonably priced option for noodle soups and noodle stir fried dishes. The restaurant is really nice and bright with the biggest front door I have ever seen. The staff was helpful making suggestions. We had the beef soup, pork dumplings and Dan Dan noodles. Everything was good but not exceptional. The soup and noodles came warm and should have been hotter. The Dan Dan could have had a little more flavor and spicier for my taste. The soup broth was okay. The highlight was definitely the dumplings!

Chili Wonton Dumpling
Amy L.

Delicious lunch at Lan's. I was excited to try the hand pulled noodles and they did not disappoint. The noodles were dense and light at the same time. Really good sauce for the stirfry base as well, and tasty white meat chicken. I also tried the chili wonton. I would prefer the peanut sauce on the side rather than on the bottom under the wonton, but they were light and very good wrapper. I will try the soup dumplings next time!

Shrimp stir fried noodles
Nancy T.

Xiao Long Bao: pretty good for Denver. The shell is one of the thinnest in the area and the flavor was great! Some of them were missing soup though. Beef noodle soup: we got the hand-cut noodles and they were the perfect Al Dante texture! The broth was light and flavorful with the tender and fatty beef prices. And the bok choy was cooked but still had a good crunch! Stir fried Shrimp Noodles: Aside from the photo, there was an abundance of large shrimps and the flavor was good, but it was extremely over salted and the noodle texture was standard and didn't have much of a chew. Would go back for the hand cut noodles over the hand pulled.

Beef brisket with knife cut noodle
Jessica C.

A solid hand pulled noodle restaurant! I love hand pulled noodles and was impressed with my meal here. Lan's Noodles is in a strip mall with plenty of parking. My husband and I arrived for lunch just before 1pm on a Sunday and there were plenty of open tables. We started off with the steamed pork dumplings, pan fried pork buns, then got Beef noodles with hand pulled noodles and Beef Brisket with knife cut noodles. Someone else had mentioned that the steam pork dumplings were sweet? I didn't really get this but my husband mentioned this. I think it comes from the chives instead of green onions and the dumpling sauce is more on the sweet side. I took the leftovers home as they are quite large and had it with soy sauce and vinegar and they tasted much better (in my opinion. I love black vinegar and dumplings). The pan fried dumplings are honestly my favorite of the meal and the closest to the sheng jian baos I love and grew up eating in the Bay Area. The outside was more breading and fluffy as in a traditional sheng Jian bao and the bottom was crispy (could be even more crispy :) ). The noodles broth was flavorful and had a good amount of beef and daikon and bok choy. If you like more al dente noodles, get the hand pulled noodles. If you like softer noodles, get the knife cut. I like more al dente noodles but wish they could make them in a wide version. Overall, I was very impressed with my first meal at Lan's. The only thing I would change is if they could add black vinegar and soy sauce as condiments on the table. I will definitely be returning.

Ian T.

For me, this is 5 stars based on two things - the price, and the novelty. It's very very difficult to find handmade noodles here in Denver, and they do it well, with an array of dumplings and starters to choose from. My only note is: the dumpling fillings are weirdly sweet? I would reconsider the formula here, and add the availability of ginger and vinegar for your XLB offerings.

Spicy Oil Wonton
Brooke W.

It was busy when we walked in wIth only one server. It was still great. Didn't take long and everything was so good. The soup in the xao long bao was very different and so flavorful. The womtons were flavorful, not spicy though. You can kick up the spice by mixing that chili oil on the table, Sriracha, and their dumpling sauce..that's the stuff! All very reasonable. I wish they had wine, even the mini Sutter home bottles so they don't go bad would be great. I was happy with the beer and saki selection. We will be back!!

Had such a comforting meal--everything tasted like it was made at home, just the way we're used to. The dumplings were spot on, and the signature beef noodle soup with hand-pulled noodles really stood out with its rich, savory broth. Definitely a place we'd recommend if you're craving something warm and familiar. Customer service is top notch!

Xiao long bao
Shruti J.

We got here when they were almost at closing time but ended up trying the beef soup bowl, beef brisket knife cut stir fry and the xiao long bao. Our dumplings were torn and there was barely any soup left within the dumplings. I've had better in Denver. Probably best to skip dumplings and focus on the noods! The pulled noodles are really good and so was the soup. The stir fry was really good and the brisket so tender. I definitely want to be back for their Dan Dan

Taiwanese Marinated Egg
Lindsey M.

We purposefully came for a 5pm spot since we had 6 people. This place was a bit busy, but didn't seem too crazy. We had seated and no one came by for a hot minute. But we were able to order fairly quickly and they were kind enough to ask how to split the bill ahead of time. Food came out apps first then noodles second. The beef brisket noodle soup was beautiful, smelled delicious, and full of every ingredient. Daikon was cooked and had a bit of a crunch to it. I added the Taiwanese marinated egg for $1.50 and it came in a separate bowl. We loved the broth, clean, flavorful, and heart warming. The only spices or seasonings on the table was a perfectly crisp chili oil and their dumpling sauce which seemed like a mixture of soy sauce and black vinegar. I loved dipping my noodles in both. The noodles are hand made, I wish I tried the hand cut noodle version over the regular. I was happy with what I got though. I'd skip the egg. It was hard, rubbery, and cold. Not really my preference for next time.

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Sara C.

Clean restaurant and service was nice and quick when we went early summer. Some of the dishes were surprisingly good. The beef knife cut noodle soup was great and light but it's very different than what I'm used to - this has a light broth and lighter on taste, the daikon could be stewed longer, but the knife cut noodle was decent. A little thicker than the Northeastern Chinese style but delicious nonetheless. My mom probably would really like it here cuz the noodle was not too salty, perfect for the Asian lady's palate. The pan fried pork bun and the chili oil wontons were my favorite items, more flavorful for sure. I definitely would come back for their rice w the minced meat sauce too. All in all a great experience with yummy food!

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Absolutely delicious. Dumplings and soup. The broth is perfection. I can't ask for more and look forward to coming back!

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Food was excellent. Service was great!! I highly recommend if you like pan fried pork buns, soups w awesome noodles w or w/o meats.

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Service and food were good. The beef noodle soup was tasty. The lunch specials are a good value. I would come back.

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Good service, lots of parking, and pretty clean restaurant for an AYCE spot. I got the bone broth…read moresoup which was light in flavor and not super salty. They accommodated our large group of 11 which was pretty impressive. The sauce bar also had good options and was filled when items were running low. I liked that the skewers came with the AYCE options since it gives a good alternative if you don't want boiled meat. Overall a pretty solid hot pot spot and probably one of the favorite spots I ate at while visiting!

A Denver local told me this is one of the best hot pots in the city. There was a line and 75-minute…read morewait time at dinner on a Monday night. The lobby area was big enough to hold some groups, but you can also wait elsewhere because they text you when the table is ready. The all-you-can-eat hot pot is $29.99 per adult. You get individual pots, so you can choose your own soup. They have a limited selection of meats, veggies, skewers, and frozen seafood that is included in the AYCE. Appetizers, drinks (including alcohol), and desserts are a separate charge and on a separate menu. They give you a piece of paper to mark what you want and how many orders. It didn't exactly match the menu, and it didn't list the skewers. Meat quality was not too bad. I liked the beef brisket, fresh tofu, and lotus root. The shrimp skewers were the best of the skewers. They were all seasoned well. Be prepared to leave with the smell on your clothes and hair. The pokemon capsule toys are $11 per token. -18% gratuity for parties of 5 or more -Self-serve sauce bar -Leftover uneaten skewers are charged at $1/skewer -bathroom in the back corner next to the kitchen

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We went back to take advantage of the Mile High Asian Food Week (MHAFW), and the four of us shared…read moretheir scallion pancakes, beef chow fun, hot and spicy chicken, seafood & tofu clay pot, and the dried scallop egg white fried rice. The deal came with a free dessert to share, either a pandan cake or mango mousse. We decided on sharing and dividing the cake and boy, was it delicious! Just a few small bites to end our wonderful meal. As always, the service was very good and since we sat outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air, the ambient was perfect: not too noisy at all. Wendy Tong, owner of Chopstix Fusion, is a lovely lady who welcomes her guests with great hospitality, and her husband is a phenomenal chef who, not only can cook these dishes, but can prepare some mean Chinese traditional dishes. If you have not eaten here, it is highly suggested that you stop by and instead of smelling the roses, smell the cooking that is happening here. Your nose, mouth, and stomach will thank you!

So I finally made it to Chopstix Fusion after seeing them all over my pages. I mainly knew they had…read morereally good desserts and their cakes are very cool to look at. However, the food was delicious. Everything was super flavorful. Portions are pretty good as well. My go to order at every HK Canto style restaurant is the beef chowfun. If it's good, I'll come back. And the beef chow fun was some of the best that I have had in CO. I don't know. There was something about it where it had enough sauce cooked in the noodles but also a good quantity of meat as well. It wasn't overpowered by onions like a lot of places do. For desserts, I tried the ube tiramisu and the pandan coconut cake. Both were very tasty and they're not too sweet which is code for Asian approval on sweets. Service is friendly and food comes quick. It is a small restaurant tucked in a corner so WiFi is nonexistent.

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Came in on a pretty busy Friday night around 6:00pm. Street or lot parking! Seated quickly, service…read morewas great, and always clean. I am so glad that they are so consistent and have not changed recipes or adjusted seasonings. Ordered our two favorites - pickled pepper beef and mapo tofu. Then the string beans and a new dish - sauerkraut fish filet. The sauerkraut fish filet reminded me of the Vietnamese catfish soup but no sweetness added. Very good dish and will def order again. Also love that they have quality rice here.

Decided to come here because I was craving Chinese food and heard good things about this place…read more Figured I'd give it a try. We ordered the fried tofu (with peppers and onions), orange chicken, fried fish fillet, and veggie delight (mixed veggies). The fried fish fillet was definitely the standout. Perfectly crispy on the outside with a light, tangy layer of sauce that added flavor without making it soggy. Easily my favorite dish of the meal. The fried tofu was also really solid and flavorful with just the right amount of spice. The peppers and onions complemented it well without overpowering the tofu itself. The orange chicken was okay. I tend to compare orange chicken to Panda Express (probably unfair, but it's my benchmark), and this one didn't quite hit that same balance of crispiness and sauce. I think if it had a bit more meat within each piece, would be better. The mixed vegetables were decent but not something I'd order again. They felt a bit drenched in sauce and didn't have much depth in flavor. One of the highlights of the visit was meeting an elderly woman who helps out when it gets busy. She mentioned she was the former owner. She was incredibly kind, and we ended up having a really nice conversation in Mandarin. That personal touch made the experience even more memorable. Otherwise, really nice venue with lots of space and tables. Waiters always refilled my water, which is a good plus. Also gave me fresh rice when I took the leftovers to go. Overall, a solid meal with a couple standout dishes. I'd definitely come back for the fried fish fillet and tofu. Will be back to try their other dishes.

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