Chewy noodles and umami broth Came here during a Saturday around 1pm and the place was packed with the line out the door. I was starving but the wait time was not bad as I got seated after 20min or so. There's not waitlist so everyone were just waiting in line. Once seated, you can order via the QR code or you can ask for an iPad to order. I tried the pickled cabbage and fish filet thin noodle soup and the braised beef strips noodle soup. The noodles were cooked al dente and had the perfect chewy texture. The broth was very umami and delicious. There was a generous amount of toppings for each bowl as well! I personally prefer the non spicy noodle soup! This place can get super crowded so I recommend coming here early. The tables and chairs are placed very close to each other so you can hear the conversation of the tables around you. The staff are very efficient and friendly. Service is super fast. I will definitely come back and try their other dishes from the menu! read more

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very flavorful broths and incredible portions of noodle for the price. the chili wontons were somewhat sweet rather than spicy which can be off-putting if you are expecting CHILI wontons, but otherwise still taste pretty good. the lamb brisket noodle soup tasted nice, but the meat itself was really chewy and hard to eat because they were huge pieces. i was unable to bite off any pieces of the meat so i had to save it as leftovers to eat messily in the privacy of my own home :) ultimately, it's not the BEST noodle soup you'll have, but a very worth-it spot for its price and is one of the better food places in the area. for this reason, there tends to be long lines to be prepared for. as someone who sometimes prefers less social interaction, i like the ordering method as both ordering and payment is done directly on the tablets provided upon being seated. our meals came out at a fairly quick speed which i admire as well. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Noodle Dynasty is one of my favorite places in Berkeley! I have wanted to try this place for a long time but there is always a line outside. Expect to wait about 15+ minutes anytime you visit unless it's right as they open. The wait is definitely worth it as they serve the best noodle soup ever for an incredibly affordable price that is also filling. Because of the amount of people that want to eat at Noodle Dynasty, it is always crowded with people waiting outside and inside as all of the tables are near each other and there is not a lot of standing room. This makes sense as there are a lot of customers but is not ideal if you are sick or require a lot of space. If you do not want to dine in, there is also a take out option! I highly recommend visiting if you ever get a chance. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Wow. I got the vegetable noodle soup with thick noodles and it was amazing. The broth was so flavorful and everything cooked so well! The noodles were just the right amount of soft and chewy. Food arrived quick even though we came 30 minutes before closing and there was still a line! Although the line moves quick. The place is always packed and it is crowded. They have a couple of larger tables although I think with a larger party it might be more difficult to get a seat. The noodle soup was around 15$ and a huge serving! The only critique would be that it would need some protein (maybe tofu) to be satiating. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Vegetable noodle soup, lamb lo mein - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

Highly recommended for those who are nearby! It is a great place to warm your body with nice noodle soup. Plus, it's good if a line is waiting outside every time. The line is very structured, and if you are looking for a to-go, don't wait. Just go in, and you'll get help immediately. The line could be extended; we waited about 30 minutes during lunchtime, but with a quick table turn, we could seated once the seats were ready. It has a great ambiance and a mom-and-pop vibe as the food comes out quickly while you enjoy the meal as long as possible. We ordered beef noodle soup -with medium spice (I usually get mild, but it was great to order medium at this location; it's not too spicy), lamb skewers, and Man tou *bread. It was the best combination we have ever ordered. I would love to revisit the place; hopefully, the line won't be long the next time I visit. read more

Noodle dynasty is such a good spot for noodle soup on a cold night or rainy day in Berkeley:) My friends and I went here for a treat after our finals and the food and ambiance was spectacular!! * Spicy Cucumber - Really liked this as an appetizer for the noodle soups!! The cucumbers were delightfully crunchy and refreshing. * Lamb Noodle Soup - The lamb imparts such a rich flavor on the broth and the meat is so so soft and tender. I honestly prefer the lamb soup the most over the beef soups, which I find can lack flavor and become difficult to eat so much of. They also serve huge portions so we had to to-go. Overall, it can get busy here but the food is worth the wait!! I like the vibes and interior of the restaurant and I would come back here 100%! read more

Noodle Dynasty - lamb noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

Went there as my first restaurant of the semester! We got the beef brisket AMAZING AND SPICY AS ALWAYS, flat noodle with wontons which was sooooo delicious (the flat noodles here are so underrated) and tried the fried buns with condensed milk-- great texture but not the yummiest. For first timers-- lamb skewers for taste of street food and a crunch to the soup so good, especially as a side. Get the beef brisket soup extra spicy-- spice kicks in hard, or if you're like my dad who likes dry noodles-- get the flat noodle with wonton. Trust me. The waiters were so sweet too! It was raining really hard yesterday and they kept passing me napkins to dry my face. 6 stars for customer service. read more

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Noodle Dynasty does not reveal itself easily. One must first endure the ordeal of approach, a trial by queue that stretches down Telegraph Avenue like a caravan stalled at the edge of the Gobi. The line winds past storefronts and indifferent traffic, a column of hopeful subjects awaiting admission to the court. From within, fragrant vapors escape in slow, deliberate waves, cumin and star anise riding the air with cruel precision. My stomach, already hollowed by anticipation, protests audibly, a low animal sound that startles even me. I stand there wondering, not entirely theatrically, whether I will survive this passage, whether I will collapse into the arms of a CS major before reaching the host stand. Hunger distorts time; minutes expand into epochs. Yet empires are not built for the impatient, and when at last the threshold yields and I am ushered inside, the wait reveals itself not as punishment but as initiation. The ordeal was the prologue. It was worth it. This dynasty reigns over a modest but fiercely defended territory on Telegraph Avenue, within sight of UC Berkeley and not far from the so called Gourmet Ghetto, where culinary experimentation often parades as destiny. Noodle Dynasty claims a different lineage. Its regalia are brick, stainless steel, and dark wood paneling, materials that speak of endurance rather than fashion, as though the architects consulted both workshop and ancestral hall. To enter is to cross an invisible border. Outside, students argue about abstractions and the Bad Bunny halftime show; inside, broth simmers with the patience of a civilization that measures time in simmering hours and repeated gestures. The kitchen operates like a disciplined bureaucracy, each ladle stroke an edict, each stretch of noodle a ritual act in service of continuity. The lamb brisket noodles arrive like tribute from a distant pastoral province. The broth is deep and persuasive, carrying spice that hints at wind shaped deserts and long memory. The lamb yields without surrendering its dignity, and the noodles, long and tensile, bind the bowl into a single political body. The house special beef rib noodles are imperial in bearing. The ribs assert their authority with unapologetic substance, yet the broth tempers them, preventing excess from tipping into decadence. It is governance through balance. Even the cucumber salad performs diplomacy, cool and sharp, cutting through richness with clarity. The pickled cabbag fish noodle soup embodies preservation and renewal at once, its bright tang sharpening the tenderness of the fish, its noodles anchoring the entire composition. Noodle Dynasty's borders may be narrow, but within them it governs with confidence. In a neighborhood that prizes novelty, it practices endurance. Having survived the desert of the line, one does not merely dine here. One enters a realm that has earned its authority. read more

Noodles. Soups. Noodle soups. Rice bowls. Various appetizers. They have it all! The photos honestly do not do justice for how much delicious food is just underneath the top. The seating is a little cramped at times and you can almost always expect a line whenever you go, but it is well worth the wait and the service is pretty quick. You have options of thin, thick, and rice noodles but my preference is their thick noodles. Their portions are pretty big for all their items so you can easily share with a friend or eat to your heart's content with leftovers. The broth is perfect on a cold day and you can even make as spicy as you're comfortable with. I've also ordered their pickled cucumber salad and beef tendon, great complements to the meal. It's all so flavorful and has a good mixture of veggies to balance out the oil and meat. This is somewhere I would take visiting guests and friends for a nice meal near campus. read more

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The food here is incredible! Highly recommend! We all ordered the Spicy Beef Noodle Soup with wontons, and it was fantastic.

Noodle dynasty has had constant lines since it opened last year and while the hype has yet to die down, it's manageable to get a table right away when you go at open or during off-peak times. I attribute its popularity to its location in Southside and a lack of other options near campus but considering that, prices are reasonable and portions are great! I get the dry noodles with wontons and beef and add the chili sauce that's provided at the table because it adds much needed spice and flavor. Noodles are chewy and the beef and wontons are bursting with flavor. I've tried the soup noodles as well but it's not for me as I don't like bone broth - too greasy and salty for me without deep flavor. However, I know it's popular and many people love it! If you're in the area and looking for a hearty meal, check this place out! read more

Noodle Dynasty - Beef and wonton noodles; spicy beef noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

Such a cute and cozy place to eat at! I love coming here and then hitting the boba spot down the street. The noodles are so comforting and the broth is one of the best! They give you so much soup and noodle and at such a good price no wonder so many ppl are there. I cannot recommend this place enough read more

Noodle Dynasty - Cucumber salad - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Food (5/5 stars): My sister-in-law works at Noodle Dynasty in Berkeley and I finally got to try it! I was blown away by how good everything was. The Beef Brisket Noodle Soup was my favorite. I loved how fatty, tender, and flavorful brisket was. The fried rice was beautifully plated and simple yet so delicious. And their portions were HUGE -- very suitable for sharing. If you're looking to try any appetizers, the Deep Fried Man Tou is a great sweet, vegetarian option and is chef's kiss with the condensed milk. They also surprised us with a complimentary Cucumber Salad, which was the perfect combination of savory, fresh, and spicy. What an amazing Chinese restaurant in the Bay Area! Experience (5/5 stars): * Price: reasonable * Wait Time: minimal for a party of 3, especially getting there right at noon * Service: amazing! Huge shoutout to Maya! * Parking: street parking in downtown Berkeley can be tough * Ambiance: I love the mom-and-pop vibes. It's a small restaurant but very charming and does the job. And I love the wall full of plants! read more

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I honestly was not expecting much out of this place. From the outside, and even once you walk in it doesn't look like much. However, due to how busy it was I decided to give it a try. Their menu was pretty small. Seating and space in here i'd say is a bit limited. If you come in during a lunch or dinner rush, you may need to wait a bit to get a table, but the food will not disappoint! I ordered their beef brisket soup. Flavors were incredible and did not disappoint. Came here on a rainy day, so of course a good bowl of noddles and soup is always super comforting for that type of weather! I'll definitely think twice before judging a restaurant by its cover again in the future! read more

Noodle Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I would say this is one of the best Chinese noodle soups in the area! The line is always out the door if you go at peak hours or there is always some kind of wait. The service is fast and they have amazing service here. You order online with the QR code in the table via Snackpass and the food comes out quick. My usual is the 24 hour beef noodle soup spicy version. It is comforting and very filling. Along with that it is pretty affordable for the huge portions. The place is also small and pretty cramped and can't accommodate for parties more then 4 but the food is worth a try. If you aren't a student from Berkeley or drive here, the parking might be hard to find since it is all street parking! read more

Noodle Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

I can't believe Berkeley has such great Chinese food now. If this place was open when I was in school, I would have come here constantly. The kids don't know how good they have it. Anyways, the lamb special noodle is really good. Great broth, great lamb texture, good noodles, and in a comically large portion. I can't imagine eating this in one sitting. I am jealous. read more

Let me tell you... the portions here are meal-prep worthy but you have to be willing to wait in a LONG line. I came here on a Friday night (~5:30 pm) and didn't get in to eat until almost 7. Thankfully, the food comes out verrryyy quickly so it wasn't a long wait after going inside. The beef is super tender and the noodles have the perfect amount of chewiness! I don't think the spice level at either low or regular is intolerable, but I picked low spice because I'm not a huge fan of the chilis floating around at the regular spice level. Again, you'll have leftovers for days from this place, making it super worth your while. I would caution against coming with huge groups though.. the tables are tiny, and with a group of 7 we were packed into the small hallway section like sardines LOL. If you have the time and appetite, definitely come here! read more

Noodle Dynasty - beef noodle soup (less spicy) - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

By far the best noodles I've ever had in my entire life. The quanttity is large for a good price. The food comes out very fast and the taste is just impeccable. I always go here and my friends always enjoy and compliment the food. I wish they expanded their location because my mom wants me to fly her this dish down to Los Angeles but I am not allowed Everything seems authentic and homemade I wish I could eat this everyday. I am so grateful for this location. Thank you Noodle Dynasty for everything. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Beef Briskit and Wonton Soup - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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So let me just start with the word...AFFORDABLE! And sprinkle in the word VALUE. Followed by SOOOO GOOD. I wanted some warm soup on a chilly day. I stood in line impatiently cause the smell was driving ne crazy. Watching others eating through the window is torture. The anticipation is sweet. First I got the Cucumber Salad and it was fresh and came with carrots, red onion and cilantro. I loved it. Then the Wontons in Chili Sauce. Hot damn. I loved it. I got the Beef Brisket Noodle Soup, non-spicy with thick noodles. That brisket is so tender, the broth is perfect and the noodles are slurpalicious. I only got through a quarter of the soup. So full! Got a little of everything to go home. My hubby got the Beef Rib Soup and I sat and watched him eat the entire thing only leaving a little of the 24 hour broth. He loved it. The portions are huge. The service is fast. Restaurant is clean and nicely decorated. Great for all the college kids enjoying a meal between classes. read more

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Honestly I really wanted to like this place. And was so excited to finally try it. The pork feet was extremely dry, and I wish it would have had some sauce element to it given it's a braised dish. The Dan Dan noodle has more broth than the braised beef noodle soup which was shocking since Dan Dan noodle is traditionally a sesame based dry tossed noodle. It tasted more like a numbing spicy noodle soup with minced meat. The braised beef noodle soup lacked broth. So some of us ended up eating it with soy sauce because it got bland with just the noodles. I saw the table next to us get two of the same thing and overheard them say the same thing. It also doesn't look like the photos I've seen on their Yelp which included daikons. But maybe it's a different dish and I'm just mistaken? The chicken flat noodles were a bit disappointing. The noodles were really doughy unfortunately. The chicken was good though! The string beans and pork ears were our favorite! Had great flavors and a note of the numbing spice. But the numbing spice was not too overpowering. I would really recommend these two things! Overall our experience was pretty good! Love their order on your phone function! read more

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I went here for the first time with a co-worker and we both had the chicken fried rice. The portions were plentiful and delicious. We found ourselves looking at the amazing noodle bowls that everyone got around us and decided that we would come back for one of those. We loved our food but we will definitely be back to try the other things on the menu. This place is amazing. read more

Line was pretty long at about 1:30. But food was worth the wait! The portion size is also fairly large. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

So delicious. Best beef noodle soup ever! Visited mid-day, so there was no wait and inside was not busy. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

Good, but not great. Food itself is fine in a pinch, but I've had better noodle soup dishes elsewhere and would not go out of my way to come back. The serving sizes are huge (although for $20 I'd expect nothing less) and they seemed to have a significant amount of take out orders. Unfortunately, as a group of 4 hoping to dine in, we were stuck waiting for one of the 2 tables that could accommodate us which took almost an hour. Couples seemed to move through the line very quickly though. Also a random thing that I wouldn't normally comment on, but for whatever reason it really bothered me here - the gigantic, mini-ladles they give you to drink your soup are really difficult to eat with! I get everything is kind of jumbo-sized here but the shape and size of the ladle made it damn hard to get a good slurp of my noodles and I would have been far happier with my traditional Chinese soup spoon. read more

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No wonder theres always a line!! It's taken me a long time to try Noodle Dynasty since I was always intimidated by the constant out of door lines but it went by surprisingly quick. The service is insanely fast and within minutes of ordering our food was delivered. The beef noodle soup--no wonder it's a house special because it's one of the best ones I've had in awhile (granted I don't eat it that much lol). The broth so so rich and flavorful and the meat was so tender it practically melted in my mouth. The wontons in chili oil weren't my favorite necessarily since it was more oil flavor than spice but it was still a good try since the wrapping was nice and thin. Even though it's a really tight space, I'll definitely be back with my friends soon (especially bc it's national noodle month) read more

Noodle Dynasty - House special beef noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Thai Noodle II is dearly missed, but wow this place has some of the best food Berkeleys seen in a while! Second time here and even more impressed than the first. I'd be here everyday if it weren't so crowded! Try to come at off-peak times. But even if you do have to wait, it is absolutely worth it. My sister is a student at Cal and she comes here at least once a week. This is the one place she wanted to show my parents when visiting. Got the lamb skewers and wontons to start then 24 hour beef soup. For two hungry people, this was plenty of food and we had a little leftover soup. Reasonably priced for the amount of food we got. The lamb skewers are 11/10 the best lamb I've probably ever had. The seasoning was so flavorful. The place was busy and the service was friendly but no-frills. The wait to be seated can be a lot, but it moves pretty fast and the food comes out quickly. The team is a well oiled machine. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Lamb skewers (must try!!) and wontons - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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beef brisket noodle soup had a deeply comforting and flavorful broth with perfectly chewy noodles. The meat was tender, and it made for a really satisfying meal. read more

If you want to dine at Noodle Dynasty without having to wait 30 minutes to an hour, I would highly recommend stopping by 20-30 minutes before they open and standing in line at the door outside. My wife and I stopped by on a Thursday afternoon at 4:40 p.m. and we were first in line. By 5:00 p.m. when doors opened, the line was already people deep. Ordering here is quite annoying: you scan a QR code on the table to order through a Snackpass website, but when I tried placing my order today, the system just straight up didn't work. I typed in my phone number, entered the verification code I received, and it didn't process my request. I finally got things working by downloading the Snackpass app and placing my order through there. My wife and I ordered two noodle dishes -- the picked cabbage and fish fillet noodle soup and the beef brisket noodle soup. Wow! The noodle bowls here really live up to the hype. I can fully understand why people wait an hour in line to dine here. The beef noodle soup is honestly as good as a bowl of beef noodle soup in Taiwan. The beef is tender -- but not overly so, and there's just the right amount of fat in the broth. The noodles are cooked perfectly al dente. The fish filet in the other noodle soup is very tender, but similar to the beef, does not fall apart and disintegrate in the broth. So much depth of flavor in both broths! I love that there's black vinegar on the table as well that you can optionally add to your soup to change up the flavor a bit. I would definitely stop by again if I'm craving a delicious bowl of noodle soup. Just be sure to arrive early so you don't have to wait in a long line. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Hidden gem. What a lovely place with wonderful, efficient and friendly staff. Delicious food full of flavor.

the food is insanely buss. perfect portions spicy beef bone broth 10/10. so flavorful read more

Despite it raining on the day I came here, the line was still pretty long, which is a testament to the popularity of this place. Luckily they move quickly, so we only waiting 15 minutes or so. My boyfriend and I both ordered the beef brisket noodle soup (spicy version) and it is probably the best noodle soup I've had at a restaurant in the last 10 years. The beef was so tender and the daikon was fresh and soft. The broth was also super flavorful. Also this massive bowl of noodles was only 13.99?! What a steal. I really wish I lived closer so I could come here more often. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Beef Brisket Noodle Soup (Spicy) - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

We were so lucky to be the 2nd in line when the restaurant opened on Saturday evening. As soon as we started ordering, the restaurant quickly filled up. We just happened to be in the area and since this was on my list to try for a while, we made it happen. We ordered the beef chow fun, wonton in chili sauce and the Noodle Dynasty fried rice. Everything was so good! We will definitely come back to try other dishes. There is a QR code to place your order and it comes out pretty quick. read more

Come here!!!! Came here on a cold, rainy day right when they opened. The waiter was kind and really efficient. We ordered the bone in beef noodle soup spicy and it was so good. Absolutely perfect for the cold and overcast weather in Berkeley! The noodles were bouncy and chewy and the beef FELL off the bone. Huge portions and reasonably priced. Love this place!! JUST COME HERE! read more

Noodle Dynasty - Spicy beef bone rib noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

No matter what time of day, I always see a line coming out of this restaurant-- and now I will probably be one of those people waiting in line! No joke, this restaurant has one of the best noodle soups I have ever tried in the Bay Area. I decided to go with the classic beef brisket noodle soup (spicy version), and it did indeed impress me. Broth was piping hot, noodles were perfectly chewy, and the beef was so tender. Literally everything you could ever want in a noodle soup. Brought my friend here, and they loved it too. 10/10!! read more

Noodle Dynasty - Beef brisket noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California

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This is such a delightful find in Oakland! Everything is delicious and authentic. There is always a line but it moves fast. The noodle dish is huge and a bit salty. I think sharing between two people and adding in a few more small dishes are perfect. read more

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Easily the best food in the Bay!!! and I already regret telling you. The line is long enough as it is, but this place? Worth every minute. 10/10, don't come here. (But seriously, do.) Phenomenal quality and just one of the best restaurants i've ever been to. read more

She found Noodle Dynasty on yelp.com. The ratings are high, the menu intriguing, and the location near where we were. We parked at a meter on Haste and paid for 1.5 hours. Next time, I will pay for 2 hours so we can relax while we dine. We walked in the door and were greeted immediately. About 1/2 the tables were in use and we were told to take a two-top along the left wall. There is a QR Code on the table top and that's how ordering is done. Payment can also be taken care of at the same time. The ordering system is Snackpass and I found it to be somewhat klunky. It allows you to place your order, create an account for collecting points, and enter a credit card. It requires your phone number, email address and table number. Some of these entries didn't "take" and had to be re-entered several times. The server stated that this often happened but that many restaurants in the area were using the same application. This close to U.C. Berkeley, someone should be able to either fix or replace this app with one that is secure and much more efficient. We ordered two noodle soups with thin noodles and an order of potstickers. The fish fillets in my soup ended up being quite salty. I think because of the sour cabbage and the fact that I ordered no spice. The only options are Spicy or No Spice. I think that 3 to 5 levels of spice would be better so each guest can order their dish customized to their ability to handle heat. The beef in her soup came right off the bone and was very tender. The broth became very salty. We're thinking now that we should have stirred up our soup from the bottom to ensure the flavor was consistent from beginning to end. When we started, we skimmed off the top so it wouldn't be so hot. The thin noodles had a nice bite to them. Absolutely delicious. The potstickers were very good but came after the soups so we were full by the time we got around to trying one each. Small plates were not provided so we ate directly from the serving platter. Service was very responsive to our questions, especially when I wasn't sure if our order had gone through on the app or not (it hadn't). A couple of extra things, it appeared that there was a removable 25-cent charge for a bag even though we were eating in. I found a Operating Fee of $1.39 on the emailed receipt that I didn't notice on the menu or application. So, out the door, $60. We'll be more aware that next time we come back to try other flavors. Hopefully, they'll consider adjusting the spice issue. read more

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Noodle Dynasty almost always has a line out the door, and for good reason! The lamb skewers are well seasoned and tasty, and the beef rib noodle soup is amazing! It's definitely worth the price, seeing as you get so much beef to go along with perfectly cooked rice noodles. The interior is clean and well decorated, tying the restaurant together nicely. If you like spicy Chinese food, you have to try this restaurant out! read more

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In the heart of downtown Berkeley so you will see a lot of college students roaming around here. Got here around pretty early for dinner on a Sunday night, 5PM and there was a line out the door already. Wait was around 30-45 mins so be prepared to wait if you do come later. The place inside is pretty small so makes sense why there was a continuous line until after we finished dinner around 8PM. Liked that there was a iPad self service to order food, however after ordering we waited another 20-30 minutes just for our food to come out as they forgot our food all the while people who came after us already received our food. Only downside I would say, so just check in with waiter/waitress after ordering. Wonton Noodle Soup (4/5) - clear soup and lots of wontons, super juicy also give a lot of coriander if you love that Pickled Cabbage and Fish Filet Noodle Soup (4/5) - super flavor and has that kick of spice, fish was tender that added a good combination with the crunchy cabbage Tomato and Beef Noodle Soup (2/5) - saw someone outside order it while waiting as it looked good but it turned out to be not as expected.. soup was too sweet and overpowered the flavor of the beef House Special Beef Brisket Noodle Soup (5/5) - flavor was immaculate! spice was also spot on, does have a kick but if you enjoy spicy! beef was also falling off the bone and tender Beef Tendon in Chili Sauce (5/5) - wish this came out earlier but overall really cool, was a little warm as it was suppose to be cold, love the touch of cabbage at the bottom Salt and Pepper Chicken Soft Bone (4/5) - tastes amazing but on the saltier side, love the amount of chopped garlic on top as it makes it more flavorful and fragrant read more

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I was visiting a friend in the area when I decided to stop by -- I noticed this was a restaurant that opened shortly after I graduated, which is a HUGE bummer because if I still lived here, I'd go broke from the amount of times I'd frequent it. This is the best noodle shop I've ever been to by far. The broth is super flavorful and tastes like it's been simmering forever (which I've heard is 24+ hours!). I got the house special rib noodle soup and it's truly life-changing! There seems to always be a line, which is evidence to just how popular this place is, but it always goes by super fast so I never mind lining up. Service is quick and ordering on your device makes things even faster. Now that I live 1.5 hours away from Berkeley, I can say that this restaurant is somewhere I'd make the drive for just for their noodles soups. read more

Noodle Dynasty - Chinese Near Me - Berkeley, California