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After a good day of hiking in Berkeley, I've decided to be a tourist around the area since I'm originally from Manteca, Ca. Walked around the University area and wanted something I haven't tried before. Finally I stumbled onto Noodle Dynasty. Never had fresh pulled noodles before and plus the atmosphere was welcoming. Restaurant was packed and servers were very attentive and friendly. The dining area is small but it had so much character, you kinda forget about it. I ordered through a tablet where I ordered and paid first. Refreshments were a plenty with my own pitcher of water! I ordered the house special noodles with bone ribs, spicy, and also the cucumber salad. Both were amazing!! The cucumber was worth the $7.99 since they use large portions of high quality cucumbers. The broth of the noodle soup was amazing also! Never, have I had Chinese inspired noodle soups like this before. It was rich and deep with flavor. The dried peppers and the nuts gave it a good texture and you can taste the freshness of the noodles. The bone on Ribs were so tender and they gave a generous amount. So perfect! All in all, I totally recommend this spot! I don't know any spot in the San Joaquin county that even comes close to this. Great job!
This is literally my favorite restaurant in southside Berkeley. I can't even count the number of times I've been but it's the craving I always had after a long day of classes, or a night out, solo dinner, anything and everything. My go-tos are the bone-in beef noodle soup and the fish and pickled cabbage noodle soup. The cucumber appetizer is also really good here.
Our youngest daughter has been telling us to dine at Noodle Dynasty for the past couple of years. Each time we visited her at Cal, we ended up not going because the line happened to be too long when we were there on the weekend in the evening. We finally had the chance to try their noodles this time around and ordered both the regular and spicy noodle soups, all came with the gigantic pork ribs. They also came in large bowls. The meat was tender and the soup was rich and flavorful. The thin noodles were good as well. Overall, the service was great and the order came in fast. The pricing was also affordable. So far, this might be the best place to have an authentic noodle house close to the school. We'll certainly stop by again the next time we are in town.
4+ stars $16+t Beef Noodle Soup (thin option): a Lanzhou pulled noodle soup with green onions and sesame seeds added as default. Absolutely lovely but has a mild sourness to it. $13+tx House Wonton in chili: I'm seriously enjoying these homemade wontons.
Noodle Dynasty opened 3 years ago where Thai Noodle 2 was. Infrastructure, seating similar with a slight change of decorations. They opened 15 minutes early on Mother's Day. Inside seating only. Waited to be seated per notice. Given a tablet to order on. I didn't know how to turn it on. Associate did so. Staff spoke Mandarin, Cantonese & English. Ordered on tablet, paid. Got water soon without a cup. It arrived minutes later. Soup came within 10 minutes. After soup came, no check-ins. Offerings (Chinese): appetizers, lo mein, noodle soup, specialty stir fries, soup, stir fries... Slurps: lamb noodle soup in 8-hour broth (16.99) - boiling hot broth had savory unami. - overcooked, slightly mushy thin noodles mixed with boiled radish slices, sesame seeds, cilantro, green onions. No veggies Semi-tasty lamb slices. -pretty good. Not wowed. Many new Chinese noodle shops have opened in Berkeley in the past year. 4 ish stars. Service: wham bam! Thank U ma'am/man. None after bringing entree. Quality: reasonable. Quantity: ingredients skimpy. May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
This place caught our eyes every time we walk around Berkeley so we finally decided to give it a try. Parking can be a bit difficult but it is alright if you're willing to walk a bit. It's a small place so line can be long. We were here on a Thursday evening so there wasn't a line. We ordered 2 bowls of noodle soup - 1. Pickled cabbage and fish filled noodle soup 2. Beef noodle soup. SO GOOD!!!! The portion size is worth the price.
One of the best spots for noodle soup in the Bay Area. I've tried coming here on 3 different accounts and the line was always too long to fit my agenda. After the long anticipation, I was able block off my calendar and finally try this place on a Friday night. We had a part of 7 and it was more challenging to find a table to fit all of us. Especially with the wait, I would recommend coming here with parties of 4-5 max. The restaurant was mainly filled with students from the nearby college so it's very lively and packed. Usually when my anticipation is high, my expectations are higher and I'm usually disappointed but this did not disappoint!! The broth was so flavorful and the noodles had the perfect consistency of bounce and chew. The meats were tender and on top of that, the portions are huge and very reasonably priced! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but highly recommend the House Special Beef Rib Noodle Soup if it's your first time.
Came here on a Sunday evening at 7:00pm, the line was long but it moved pretty quick and we got seated in around 20-30 mins for party of 2. We ordered the beef noodle soup with the 8‑hour broth, the pickled cabbage and fish fillet noodle soup, and a cucumber appetizer. Everything was really tasty, both noodle soups hit the spot with generous portion. The cucumber was refreshing with balanced sesame seasoning. Definitely a place we'd come back to just to try more things on the menu. Highlights for me: The daikon in the beef noodle soup is so soft and flavorful and the portion of noodles they give you. We got the non‑spicy broth with thin noodles, which ended up being super similar to the noodles in the pickled cabbage and fish fillet soup. The pickled cabbage in other bowl gives this extra kick that makes it stand out.
Always wanted to try this place but have been deterred by the usually long lines whenever I went by. Finally on a Saturday we showed up around 11:40 am before they open at noon. There were already 8 people in the line. Fortunately the staff start seating earlier and we got a table. By the time the restaurant officially opened at noon, the place was just about full already. We ordered and paid through the tablet, and we went with the beef rib noodle soup, beef brisket noodle soup, lamp rack noodle soup, and sesame peanut butter noodle. When the beef rib noodle soup came, I realized the hype is real. It was an impressive sight. The bowl was low brimmed and wide to accommodate the huge beef rib. The portion was large. Already I knew none of us would finish our noodles. The 24 hour broth was really rich and aromatic. The spicy broth was really spicy while the low spicy broth was milder. In retrospect I should have just select the low spicy option. The 3 noodle soups appeared to have the same type of broth. The meats were all tender, even the beef briskets. We were all happily slurping away at our noodle soups until we were so full we couldn't go further and ask for to-go container. I was kind of glad my daughter ordered the only non soup-noodle dish in our party. The sesame peanut butter noodle was actually quite tasty. You just need to be sure mix the ingredients well. When we left the restaurant there was a long line outside the restaurant. We are so glad we came early!
2.5/5. The beef rib noodle soup was way too oily. The wonton noodle soup was pretty bland and could definitely use more flavor. The potstickers were okay, but nothing special.
Well, I've been sleeping on this spot. Mostly because I have kids who don't eat anything, but this recent expedition was a success. I was feeling under the weather and needed hot brothy soup and this place delivered (in this sense metaphorically, as I dined in). While I went with the wonton soup with noodle, and I wouldn't order it again, it was delicious and plentiful at $20 - easily two meals for a lighter eater. However, I think there was opportunity for a more flavorful option. The brisket here is so great. My kids got the sesame noodles plain and the regular noodles with brisket, bot without soup. And while the sesame noodles were solid, the brisket was delicious. Show stealing. The fried doughnut/bread balls with condensed milk were delicious and the potstickers were solid. There is a perpetual line, but it goes quickly. You order everything at once via the ipad and they drop it off at your table. Fast casual eats, big portions, mid prices (everything is about $17-$20)... I see why college kids flock here.
Visited this noodle shop bc my daughter's feed kept suggesting this place & it truly is a gem in the Telegraph area. While the appeal is for UC students, it is equally appealing to me bc of the reasonable price point & generous portions. The only frustrating part of this experience was the waiter kept calling singles or double patrons, meanwhile an hr. & 15 min.pass & I'm still waiting in line. I was almost going to divide my group of 4 into doubles if he called another time for double patrons. So my advice is to either go alone or with 1 friend. Orders: Appetizer-Lamb Skewers(4) $10.99 a bold cumin, chili powder & salt seasoning makes this a perfect appetizer to my noodle dish. The meat was pretty tender as well so for me it is a must order item. Beef Noodle Soup in 8 hr.Broth-you have the option of choosing either Thick/Thin/Rice noodles, we decided on Thin noodles & it was perfect. You can also choose your Spice Level between Spicy or Non-Spicy. Since Spicy foods are too intense for me at this Sichuan restaurant, I decided on a Non-spicy soup base. The sizable bowl easily accommodated me & my daughter. The soup was amazingly filled w/so much flavor from the 8 hr.cooking that if I was famished, I could see myself eating the entire bowl by myself. The slices of beef were tender, so I was a very happy camper. This would be my go to order if I were by myself. House Special Beef Rib 24 hr.Slow Cooked- both the noodle & spice level options were available so it was thin noodles w/no spicy component. Since the beef & broth were cooked for a day, the meat practically fell off the bone. The clear comforting flavors of the broth really soothed our souls & palate. On a wet & rainy day, Noodle Dynasty really warms the soul, heart & stomach!
Love this place! One of the few places left that will give you good food fast at a decent price. I've tried the fish soup and their classic soup. Both are great. The portions are also quite generous. It's no wonder they are always full! Beware of the line at dinner rush. Service is quick. The place is clean, perhaps a bit small but not that cramped.
Just what we were looking for on a cold damp Sunday evening. This is a straightforward, in-and-out with no frills togo or sit down. My only complaint about the ordering is that, despite the fact that so many restaurants have switched to this process, the app's UI they use is a little clumsy. We eventually managed to work our way through the webpage and place our order. The food came out hot and pretty close to the time they promised. The portions are huge so be prepared to eat a lot or take away. BB read more
This place has been getting so much hype ever since it opened, and while they definitely serve good noodles, it is overhyped IMO. The wait is still kind of insane (esp if you have more than 2 people) if you don't show up right at opening. I've tried the beef brisket noodles and the pickled cabbage fish noodle soup. Both were rich and flavorful; I personally preferred the fish, as the sour and spicy flavor and the softness of the fish was more to my liking, although you can't go wrong either way. Do be warned though, idk if it's the sodium content in the soup or what, but after having this I get so thirsty for the next few hours. I wish they would have more 3+ person tables instead of just that one, because if you're with a group you just end up waiting for whoever's sitting there to finish eating so you can sit down. Overall authentic, flavorful noodles; probably not worth waiting super long for but if you can snag a seat the food here doesn't miss! read more
Such a nicely designed cozy restaurant. There's usually a line whenever I walk past it but I finally was able to try it during thanksgiving weekend when the students are out of town. Their portion size is HUGE and the food is super authentic and flavorful. You order everything through Snackpass (you can scan the QR code if you don't have app) I highly recommend their lamb skewers appetizer. They're super tender and full of cumin flavor. I got their lamb brisket noodle soup because it shows that there's limited amount and I thought the soup was very lamb-y and a bit too salty for me. If you don't love lamb, I don't suggest you getting it because it is full of lamb flavor. The meat is very tender. I also tried their spicy beef rib noodle soup and it was also very flavorful. The beef rib is huge and full of tender meat. It wasn't too spicy--I would say it was more of a mild spice level. read more
4 years ago
Noodle Dynasty is a small restaurant on busy Telegraph, so it may be easy to miss, but definitely do not miss it! It was a must try since it was relatively new and I heard nothing but great things. The wait was a tad long, but it made since given that the place was on the smaller end and it was around a busy time (lunch). I got the House Special Beef Rib (Bone In). The marvel behind it is that it has a 24 hour cooked broth and the HUMONGOUS beef rib. The meat fell off the bone very smoothly and cleanly which I appreciate. I also got thick noodles and they were pretty good too. The broth was delicious too, but I felt like it was nothing super extraordinary, but still a solid good meal. For all their soups, they use SOY BEANS as a topping and NOT PEANUTS. Overall, pretty good place but nothing too special aside from the experience of the huge bone in rib. It was a tightly packed restaurant that was decorated very nicely. Parking is scarce since it's on Telegraph, a main street, but there are walkable distanced parking garages that are available. Really attentive service too given that they were pretty busy. Also heads up: for all their soups, they use SOY BEANS as a topping and NOT PEANUTS. (I asked twice because I'm allergic to peanuts LOL) read more
7 months ago
4 years ago
My new favorite noodle place in Berkeley! There's always a crowd of people here, so make sure to come early or be prepared to wait. The inside is quite small, so you're better off going with a group of 4 or less if you don't want to wait too long for a seat. You can also choose to order to-go at the kiosk inside, or through the Snackpass app. Once seated, you scan the QR code on the table to order on your phone, and they bring the food to your table when its ready. I decided to try the pickled cabbage and fish fillet noodle soup with thick noodles and the spicy broth. The portions here are HUGE. Definitely enough for 2 meals, though noodle soup does get a big soggy when you eat it as leftovers. The thick noodles were the perfect texture and chewiness, and the broth was very flavorful too. I really liked the pickled cabbage pieces inside as well as the fish which was cooked perfectly. They weren't skimpy on the portions for those either. The one thing I will say though is I'd probably recommend choosing the non-spicy option and then adding your own later on the table, since it's more of a chili oil rather than other spice which can leave the soup more oily than you desire. Service was really friendly and once we ordered it only took around 10 minutes or so to receive our food. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more
2 years ago
This place is a gem! The beef brisket noodle soup was sooo good. Nice chewy noodles, super tender beef, perfect flavors and spiciness in the broth, and even white radish?! All in a huge bowl. To top it off, the price point is such a good deal. No wonder there was a line out the door. It was very much worth the wait and the staff here is so nice and welcoming. This place is a must visit anytime I'm ever back in Berkeley. read more
Some of the best noodles in Berkeley! My friend and I ordered the Pickled Cabbage and Fish Filet Noodle Soup and Beef Brisket Noodle Soup. I loved both. Surprisingly, the pickled cabbage and fish filet noodle soup was lighter than the beef brisket noodle soup. They both had rich flavors and came in really large portions. You also get to choose the noodle type (thick, thin, or rice) and spicy level (spicy or non-spicy). We got thick and spicy for both of ours. The customer service is also really great. We came around closing and asked them if it was too late to order but they welcomed us in. We stayed a bit over the closing time and they were really accommodating. We finished our food really satisfied and full with leftovers enough to last us two more meals. We had a mini food coma after - best food coma ever. My goal for next semester is to try the entire menu! I'm really excited! read more
Scouring for (good) options to eat in a college town left barren by students on winter break is by no means an easy chore. While many restaurants close up shop for the holidays, Noodle Dynasty remains open, serving up delicious noodle dishes year round. Their bowls all come with your choice of thick, thin, or rice noodles. My boyfriend's aversion to udon always makes him insistent on ordering thin. I, on the other hand, ordered thick noodles. However, the differences between both were negligible. Despite being labeled "thick," its radius might have only increased a minuscule amount. Between the two noodle dishes (braised beef noodle and the beef noodle soup in 8 hour broth), it's hard to choose a favorite. First of all, both are similar with its narrow amount of ingredients (just meat, broth, a few radishes, and noodles), but above that, they both were insanely delicious. Oftentimes, noodle soup places shine in their noodle texture but leave much to be desired regarding meat quality. However, Noodle Dynasty is solid on both fronts: tender meat accompanied by bouncy noodles. I appreciated the addition of soft radish, but my boyfriend found it to be distracting as the large radish chunks slowed down his pursuit to the bottom of the bowl. Overall, I'd definitely return! Not the best noodle shop in the Bay but a good contender! read more
2 years ago
I love Noodle Dynasty, as does every other Berkeley student, which is why there's almost always a line out the door. I've tried their fish noodle soup with pickled vegetables, beef brisket noodle soup, and now their normal beef noodle soup! All so comforting and filling. For me personally, there's always a little too much oil, so I opt to add a note for less and they happily accommodate. Definitely a Berkeley staple! read more
2 years ago
My new favorite Chinese noodle spot in the east bay area. I've had 3 Chinese noodle places throughout the year ( I love a good noodle soup) This inlcudes oakland chinatoen. this place did not disappoint. I had the beef brisket soup with thick noodles and Chinese donuts with dipping sauce. Both together with taxes costs less than 30 dollsrs. These portion sizes were huge. Whenever a waiter brought a dish to a table around me. Someone always gasps in shock and ask to share their meal to someone. If you are a person with a small appetite, i highly recommend sharing. The space is small and fills up fast. There is always a line so i highly recommend going early when the place opens to get a spot right away. The staff was extremely attentive and always responded to questions right away with the best positive attitude ive seen. The soup is so flavorful that I would highly recommend going again. read more
Came here for lunch on a rainy day and a bowl of Lamb Noodle Soup In 8-Hour Cooked Broth is just what I needed . The flavor of the broth is so addicting and compliments with the beef. The portion is big and so worth the price. Wish this place could expand since the area is small so seating fills up quickly. read more
The fried chicken was crispy and a good deal. 10 pieces for $12.99 The lamb kebab was tasty as well and had good seasoning. $8.99 for 4 skewers. The Singapore noodles was $15.99 but the portion size was huge. I was not particularly a fan of how seasoned it was. read more
Quick Summary: - If you are opting for takeout, order using the SnackPass kiosk - If you want to dine in, order when you are seated - on the table there is a QR code to order - Close to the southern area of UC Berkeley It's a new restaurant, that recently opened down Telegraph Avenue. We arrived thirty minutes after 5pm and at the time there was no line. However, as we were eating and about to leave, there was a line right out of the door. I could see why because the dishes we tried were delicious! I was on a light stomach day, so we ordered two main dishes and then an appetizer. Even in the late winter evening, the interior was warm, so it might grow warmer over the spring and summer months. Circling back, this was another reason we ordered a one main dish fewer than usual because I tend to eat fewer in warmer weather. We ordered the beef noodle soup, the Singaporean noodle, and the wonton noodle dumplings with chili oil. Yes, wonton dumplings with chili oil has lately been my favorite go-to appetizer. This one had an equal portion of dumpling filling to skin. I prefer when there is more skin, but this was pretty good. For an appetizer, it will fill you up, so an early warning beforehand. My favorite was the beef noodle, but note that this could be an acquired taste. There is a medicinal herb flavor that is in either the broth or marinated in the beef. I am tolerable to these, and this dish cooked this flavor in very subtly; it was almost like a faint aftertaste. However, my relative, who is not used to this flavor tried a small bowl but didn't request for seconds. If you are okay eating and tasting the medicinal herb then I highly recommend this dish! When ordering you can also choose from one of the noodle thickness (I chose thick). The Singaporean noodle was like a stir fry noodle with hints of curry. I liked this one very much and I see why it was seen as the most photos in yelp. I also liked the egg, that was mixed in with the Singaporean dish; it has a flavor that I really like in stir fry dishes. Overall, yes, I would definitely come back here again to eat the beef noodle soup and try their other dishes. read more
One of my favorite spots in Berkeley! The food is authentic and delicious, and the portion size is generous. It's a very popular spot, so unless you go when it first opens or during odd hours, be prepared for a wait. You can order on Snackpass for takeout or scan the QR code on the table for dine-in (also through Snackpass). The service is fast and friendly. Given the cozy size of the restaurant and the perpetual line, you might feel a tad rushed, but it's perfect for a yummy, quick meal. read more
Noodle Dynasty was brought to our attention from an IG reel that someone posted. Located in Berkeley close to the UC Berkeley campus is this very small restaurant, we had a party of 3 and our friend got a table for us around 5pm, and it was busy with the line out the door. Lots of different soups and noodles to choose from. Reading the reviews, we got the pickled mustard green fish soup, cucumbe salad, a beef noodle soup, and a tomato and beef dish. We didn't get the beef soup but I would want to try that next sometime. The tables are quite small but these are shareable items but lots of people get bowls for themselves. The noodles were good and all of the flavors were so different. Service was quick and they get people in and out. Parking can be difficult, there's street parking but it will probably easier going into a parking garage or residential parking. read more
Wow. I have eaten soup all over the world and this is up there with the best. There were a few recent low scores and I can't wrap my head around them. Giant portions. Flavorful broths. Springy noodles. They have it all. The servers were very kind and the food came out fast. I will definitely be back. read more
I had the House Special Beef Rib Noodle and it was fantastic. Complete with a huge beef rib the meal definitely left me stuffed at the end of it. Overall, the flavor of it is pretty good but not so amazing to be one of the most memorable meals. Despite that, I think it's a place worth visiting and I am definitely open to going back to try some of their other menu items. read more
2 years ago
One of my favorite food spots in Berkeley! I discovered this place 6 months ago and have visited at least once a month ever since. Everything has great flavor. The cucumber salad is a must. Lamb skewers are absolutely delicious. And of course the noodle soups are incredible. The broth is so tasty, the meat is so tender, and the rice noodles are a great option for me since they are gluten free. My favorite is the beef brisket. I always have soup leftovers since it's a lot of food but not complaining! There is often a line out the door but I've never waited longer than 25 minutes and it's always worth it. That's how you know it's a good spot anyway! The service is insanely fast. I swear my food arrives within 5-8 minutes of ordering. The only thing I don't like is that the space is very cramped since the tables are so close together. Regardless, I embrace that as part of the experience and will keep coming back. Yum! read more
3 years ago
A MUST TRY! Was my first time visiting this local favorite and I can say my experience was amazing. The service started off amazing with the service , Vicente, greeting us immediately and sat us down when a table was ready while bringing us water. Now for the food, I ordered a chicken chow mein and an order of potstickers (not pictured) which were both extremely delicious and well served. An addition to the amazing service already given by Vicente, he did an amazing job once again by recommending I eat the potstickers with chili sauce and soy sauce, which in turn made the potstickers even more delicious than they already were. Now to review the food. I'd say it was some of the best chow Mein and potstickers I've had recently. They were both extremely delicious and like I said previously were big serving sizes. In addition to this, the taste of each made you want more after each bite and even when finished! I could easily say this is one of the best places to eat in berkeley for sure. This restaurant is a must try and everyone needs to come here to eat. 10/10 100% recommend this place to eat by yourself or with others any time and any day of the week. read more
3 years ago
5/5!!! This was one of the best noodle soups I have ever tried!! A bowl is about $18, which is a little high, but it's worth it because it is so authentic! There's usually a long line for a reason but it usually moves pretty fast! Overall, I would definitely come try this place out if you are here to visit! read more
2 years ago
Popular place for noodles in the area. Pretty fast service but with some wait times. Try the cucumber salad! read more
3 years ago
Small restaurant that does have a long wait time if it is full inside. Food is delicious with large portions for a decent price. The broth of beef noodle soup was delicious. I got the tomato and egg noodle bowl, I forgot the exact name but it was delicious. Easy to order, they do it through tablets on the table or you can order To-go in line. read more
7 months ago
Fully packed when we arrived, we were seated in a matter of minutes. The bowls of noodles are huge! Soup is flavorful and there is a decent amount of meat. You order by scanning the QR code on the table. Hubby had the lamb noodles which came with some kind of yummy nuts. I would definitely come back read more
7 months ago
2 years ago
Huge portion with lots of noodles and meat. Broth is very flavorful and noodles are perfectly cooked. I also recommend the potstickers. read more
2 years ago
Cheap and delicious Chinese comfort food with generous portions - Noodle Dynasty has it all. Noodle Dynasty is a small restaurant, so it is always packed. Be prepared to wait when you get there. They don't have an online waitlist or even an in-person waitlist for that matter, so you'll have to wait in line once you get there. I went with a friend on a Saturday afternoon, and the 2 of us had to wait for about 10-15 minutes. Once you get seated, you can scan the QR code and order food for the table. Their SnackPass QR code is not that great, so after multiple failed attempts, we had to ask our server to take our order. The service was really fast. Our food came out in 5-7 minutes after we placed the order. My friend got the pickled cabbage and fish filet noodle soup, and I got the beef brisket noodle soup in 8-hour cooked broth. We also got the lamb skewers to share. The lamb skewers were really good. The lamb was tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. I was definitely craving for more afterward. The moment our server brought the noodle soup to our table, we could feel the aroma wafting from the big bowl of noodle soup and the savory notes of the broth filled with aromatic vegetables, herbs and spices. I got the spicy noodle soup but didn't find it spicy. The beef brisket was the star of the show. It just melted in the mouth with unparalleled tenderness. Each juicy bite of the brisket was infused with the essence of the broth and all the spices, creating an explosion of flavors that just lingered on my palate. The perfectly al dente noodles provided a delightful contrast to the tender beef. Each spoonful of this noodle soup was very comforting and brought so much warmth on a cold, rainy day. Waiting in line to try this place is definitely worth it. I'd be back. read more
2 years ago
This place will wow you with its enormous portions and strong flavors. The House Special Beef Rib (I got it spicy) was super rich, packed with toppings, and had incredibly tender meat. The pictures truly don't do justice to just how gargantuan the portion sizes are. The beef rib itself was bigger than my forearm! You definitely get your money's worth here. Smashed cucumber was a great appetizer- very refreshing. Now I understand why I always see a line out the door here. We came in at 5:30 and waited about 20-30 mins to get seated. The interior is quite small, packed, and loud, but that's just kind of the vibe of the establishment- quick, no-frills service serving out quality food. read more
Get there early, before 6pm if you can - the line gets long fast & you will have to take it to go. And don't bother ordering at the lobby flat screen, or on your phone with the QR code - the wait staff will interrupt your order and take it more quickly on their iPad. Pay in advance for EXCELLENT quality broth, noodles, meat and seasonings - get the wide noodle and order SPICY if you handle it - 8 hr brooth is INCREDIBLE. Try the sweet & savory crunchy cucumber salad very good. Excellent service and vibe - bring a bibb so you don't slurp all over your clean shirt/blouse. We'll be back soon! read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
This place is my ultimate comfort meal! There's always a line but I never have to wait more than half an hour to be seated. Service is also super fast and ordering is easy because you can just scan the QR code to order online. My favorite dish is the beef noodle soup in eight hour cooked broth. I honestly crave this dish all the time because it's incredible. The portions are huge and they always give a lot of meat. The meat is so soft and tender and the broth is so flavorful. You can also choose your preferred spice level and type of noodle. The one thing that sets this place apart from others is the fact that they offer rice noodles! I love rice noodles but I don't typically see restaurants offer it. However, Noodle Dynasty has thick, thin, and rice noodle options which is perfect. My only issue with this place is that they aren't open everyday, because I've definitely tried to come on a Monday when they were closed oops. read more
1 year ago
I was too excited by all the high reviews and was very disappointed. I got the lab skewers, chili wontons, and 24 hour beef noodles. Nothing was spicy, despite looking like it would be in the photos. Skewers were not bad, some lamb chunks were chewier/had more tendon than others. If you got good pieces, it was very tender; very cumin heavy but I didn't kind. Chili wontons were on the skimpier side for meat filling, the sauce wasn't spicy and leaned on the side of sweet with a bit of vinegar. It was an interesting style, but I prefer my chili wontons to be more spicy. The 24 hour beef noodle soup was also just okay. The soup didn't have much flavor. The beef was a big portion since it was a whole beef rib, but that was the only standout thing about. It wasn't as tender as I'd hoped and my friend said it tasted frozen/not fresh. Overall, I think this is a try once type of restaurant. I think the flavor profile is a bit diluted. read more
3 years ago
We arrived Saturday for lunch and what do you know- line out the door. It's on a well traveled Telegraph few blocks from UC Berkeley campus so the place is bustling. We ended up waiting in line 20 minutes probably because the waiter inadvertently seated a group behind us before us. Sigh. Service is adequate as all orders are done on your phone and waiting staff just delivers to the table - it's impersonal but efficient. Bowls of soup noodles are huge and flavorful. The dry noodles could use more vegetables but we don't come here for veggies but for carbs! It's A+ in that department. As you'd expect in student town, not far from gourmet ghetto, it's good value tasty satisfying lunch with pleasant vibe. read more
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2426 Telegraph Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
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Gluten free options?
What app do they use for online orders since they do not take to-go orders by call?
snackpass
Is there a public parking available near the restaurant?
There is street parking and a parking garage around the corner.
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