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Mifen101

4.3 (357 reviews)
ModerateSoup, Chinese, Noodles
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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牛肉面Beef Noodles
Elie M.

This place reminds me of Flushing New York City. Fast, efficient, delicious, and reasonable prices. They do not joke around with flavor. The spice level here is as advertised and not for the weak. Even the crowd is authentic and a little cramped inside, but it's worth the experience. The noodles are pretty much the same from dish to dish, but where they shine is the broth and meets topped with fresh greens.

牛肉面Beef Noodles
Anthony N.

This place is good but there is not that much richness from the broth that I came to expect. I think I am definitely biased because i had the real thing in taiwan so the flavor is lighter. The overall presentation and food hit for my friend so I think this place is solid.

Beef Brisket in clay pot at the spiciest level 3, very good on a cold day
Jay P.

Came here on a weekday and parking was easy and no line at the restaurant. I would not come to this downtown area on a Friday night or weekend but its perfectly chill on weekday during lunch. We were seated immediately and the table for 6 was near the door so the unfortunate thing is we would get blasted by cold air every time someone opened the door and toward the end when we were finishing its also where people stand to wait for a table to open. Claypot Beef Brisket Mifen: Level 3 spicy, it was quite hot at this level and also paired with a nice sichuan numbing flavor. Portion size is very big and I was not able to finish it, in the future I would definitely split it. We asked the waiter what was the difference between claypot and a normal bowl since it costs more and the soup stays hotter in the claypot. Pork and Shrimp dumplings: Good home made taste and they were extra good dipped in the spicy chili sauce the order came with. Braised pork bun: nice toasty outside completely encapsulates the juicy meat filling. It was great and because it was all sealed it made our 1 extra an easy leftover my friend carried out in his pocket. The reason for the 3 star review is someone was sick working that day. Half the people who ate here that day ended up with pretty bad Influenza that gave us chills and body aches to the point where we had to take sick days.

cucumber and seaweed salad
Gary Y.

Finally checked out Mifen 101 and they are legit. The Yunnan rice noodles here are solid. I got the signature beef mifen and it didn't disappoint - it was super comforting and exactly what I was looking for. We also tried some of the spicy cold appetizers and they were spot on. On top of the great food, the service was efficient and our bowls were ready in no time. Will be back. Tip: come before 11:30am (they open at 11am) if you don't want to wait in line. The space is tiny so seating is limited.

pork chinese cabbage dumplings
Donna T.

I've always been curious about Mifen101 whenever I walk by, as it's usually packed. It's a small hole-in-the-wall type of restaurant, and service was quick. I ordered the signature beef mifen in level 3 which was supposedly mala spicy, and an order of the pork chinese cabbage dumplings. Thankfully there was a sichuan peppercorn condiment, as I felt that mine needed more heat. The broth itself is very beefy; there's some pickled veggies in there as well and the beef was cubed. I did enjoy the consistency of the rice noodles which absorbed the broth well. I thought it was decently good, but not anything sensational. The dumplings, however, I deemed were better; the filling was flavorful enough to where it didn't need to be doused in any sauce. It did come with a side of chili oil, but it didn't taste too far off from the one that was already on the table -- I didn't really like it as it was one of those chili crisp tasting ones that didn't taste like anything. Another nitpick is that the water was lukewarm, which didn't pair well with the hot and spicy broth. Overall, the food is priced pretty well for the value. If I were to come back, I'd probably try another type of beef mifen and definitely get the dumplings again.

Eva S.

Stopped by Mifen 101 after strolling along Castro Street following the World Cup Final. It was the perfect place for a comforting late-night meal. The beef noodle soup in clay pot and beef tendon noodle soup were flavorful, satisfying, and exactly what we were craving after all the excitement. Love the Servcie so fast, we wait outside and placed order before sit down. Food came in a few minutes after sat down. So efficient, would love to come back to try more

牛肉面Beef Noodles
Sarah J.

Mifen101 always hits. I got their mifen101 beef noodle soup medium spice. I love how their broth is not too oily and very soothing for my stomach. They have abundant toppings, including meat, pickles, and noodles. This is probably the best beef noodle soup in the bay area!!! We were seated right away and the service was very quick.

牛肉面Beef Noodles
Gina R.

Good portion, good price. We got the signature beef soup, both the clay pot version and the regular version. The difference is that the clay pot comes with additional toppings, like tomato and half an egg. Service was fast, it's a small restaurant but there was no crowd when we went. Parking lot is really close by. I like the texture of noodles, the pickled vegetables add so much flavor, and the medium spiciness is recently spicy. They have pepper powder on the side to add mala spice to your liking! Overall, they give a lot of food, especially their meat portion, for a reasonable price. Seems like a reliable option for some Chinese Beef soup. Will be coming back!

Cucumber salad
Alvina L.

Flavorful beef broth with textured mifen. Generous portion. You get to pick spice level for both noodles and appetizers. Food is on the spicier side. Indoor seating was a bit crowded, service was acceptable. Casual noodles place.

Young Y.

The sour and spicy fatty mutton mifen is amazing here. My favorite. Super fragrant and flavorful. Noodles are springy. The others are decent. I get takeout here, have never eaten inside.

Signature Beef Mifen
Maggie W.

Came here with my mom and ordered the signature beef mifen at the recommended spicy level. The broth smelled divine and the beef was not skimped on. Each bite was very tender. The mifen was quite yummy and has a springy texture. I got the Beijing purple rice yogurt drink because I thought the dairy would cool me down, but it wasn't really good to be honest! The purple rice was way too gummy and clumpy at the bottom and refused to be distributed. The yogurt was also unsweetened, which would've been fine if I was able to eat with the sweetness of the rice. Parking situation can be a tad rough in downtown Mountain View during peak hours- the lots fill up quickly, so I parked in a semi-residential area and walked over.

Spicy and Sour
Kendrick N.

This place is small but the service is super fast. We've been here twice and the food is always so tasty. One of the best Chinese noodles places in the area. Definitely remember to order the golden sour!

Austin L.

Been coming here for a few years. A great little "hole in the wall" Mifen place a little off Castro street. There is minimal space inside but the prices, quality, and portions of the Mifen soups are well worth coming for. Def one of my favorite restaurants on Castro and well worth a visit!

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Reviews are largely positive. Many highlight the flavorful broth and noodles, authentic Chinese flavors, fast and friendly service, and generous portions and value.

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Soup is good, noodles are good. Small and cramped dining, one of those places where they rush you out.

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Are the rice noodle gluten free?

Their Mifen comes as standard with gluten-free rice noodles. But make sure not to get their egg noodles as those contain gluten and look the same. Or order the soup completely without noodles. Recently I noticed a minor gluten-effect: maybe they use… 

Did you have change your noodles? When the place first opened, noodles were thick rice noodles. I just received my order and it looks like thinner, wheat noodles.

I was there a few days ago and I had great rice noodles as always. No change in noodles.

Do you have any plans to offer a vegetarian soup? Right now you only have a few appetizers I can eat, but they look good.

I also would like a vegetarian option!

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I had such a great experience at Seasons Dumpling & Noodles in Mountain View!…read more I stopped in for lunch between work events, and honestly, I was originally planning to grab hot pot across the street. Even though it was a warm, sunny day, I was still craving a comforting bowl of soup. The hot pot restaurant hadn't opened yet, so my friend/colleague and I decided to give Seasons a try, and I'm so glad I did. The moment we sat down and looked at the menu, I was genuinely excited. I was probably way more excited than anyone should be over noodles, but I've been searching for a restaurant like this for a long time. Ever since my first hand-pulled noodle experience in New Jersey, I've been hoping to find something similar in the Bay Area. What surprised me most was that the noodles here were even better than what I remembered. They were incredibly thick, chewy, and fun to eat in the best way possible. Every bite had that perfect texture that noodle lovers dream about. The broth in my beef noodle soup was rich, flavorful, and exactly what I was craving. What really stood out, though, was the service. I asked if they could add intestines to my beef noodle soup, and they were more than happy to accommodate my request. It wasn't something I saw on the menu as a standard option, but they went above and beyond to make it happen. The team was incredibly kind, welcoming, and accommodating. Great food, wonderful service, and a meal that completely exceeded my expectations. I'm already looking forward to my next visit. If you're a noodle lover, don't skip this place! And I promise I'll take pictures next time!

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After doing extensive research for good noodle shops on/around Castro Street in Mountain View, we…read moredecided to give this place a try. I used to live down the street but hadn't been back in over 25 years. Was happy to see lots of new dining options but also that they've closed down most of Castro Street to car traffic. We were able to get a large booth for 5 of us and were seated immediately on a Monday evening. The vibe was warm and inviting and the decor on point. We were immediately served by Kenny who was a ball of energy (the good kind) and his enthusiasm was infectious. He was able to make some good recommendations and was attentive throughout the night. The rest of the staff was excellent as well. We all got various udon dishes from sukiyaki broth to tonkotsu. I had the tonkotsu deluxe large and it was excellent. When we asked Kenny to take a photo for us, he went above and beyond giving us many great shots including a creative birdseye view down shot lol. Thank you Udon Mugizo for a very positive dining experience and it certainly lived up to the hype.

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