This place used to be the Old Taro Taiwanese bento place -- but they have since moved to Las Vegas. I'm glad they kept the "old" in their name -- despite creating much different cuisine than what the previous owners wanted. The best part about this place is that they DO NOT accept any tips -- or extra costs on sauces or inclusions. Everything is included (small tips of side dishes), and you put everything back yourself into the bins specifically located for the bowls. I love their sauce bar too -- you get to add whatever you want without any additional price. Best of all, they also have more than just soy milk -- they also have chrysanthemum tea in bottle as well? The ambiance is a little bit on the dark end, but I think it's much better now that it's more spaced out and what not. The service at this place is phenomenal -- they look out for their customers as much as they look out for each other. I got the classic Guilin rice noodles -- and the broth was just REALLY fresh, with a little bit of kick to the chili sauce that was already included in there. Adding the already free inclusions made everything so much better, and rich to the taste as well. read more

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A great no-frills, self-service noodle spot! I ordered the braised pork dry noodles (blanched noodles topped with pork), and it was pretty good. Next time, I'd probably order it with rice instead--just a personal preference so it absorbs more of that great flavor. The egg that came with it was a bit dry, but I loved the condiment bar where you can load up on bamboo shoots, preserved veggies, and hot sauce. We also tried the beef wrap, which was tasty though a bit oily. To wash it down, I got their homemade soy milk. It had a slightly burnt aftertaste, but it was still good and you could tell it was genuinely homemade. read more

Old Gui Lin - Dry noodle + beef wrap - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

Easy dining concept: order your food, find a table, get your food when it's ready, add some fixings (pickled veggies, sauces, chopped herbs), eat your food. NO TIPS NECESSARY. Bus your table as you leave. Super simple. Super easy. We ordered a few things here. Our favorites were the beef roll and cucumber salad. Don't really care for the noodle dish as the meat was too fatty and the noodles were over cooked. Even with all the fixings, it was still a little bland without adding too much chili oil. I would go here again for the appetizers on the menu. Maybe even a rice bowl instead with a side of the leaner meat, braised beef shank. read more

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I've been itching to try this place after passing it by so many times from going to Tous les Jours next door. I think they also advertise outside that this place is "no tip" as well which is a breath of fresh air from every place starting with 15% tip for just handing you the food you ordered. [[ Service ]] This place was packed on Sunday night at 6pm when we went. It just reminds me of like an open food court vibe where you go up to the counter to order the food, they hand you the puck that vibrates when your order is ready, and you go sit anywhere you like. I literally got my puck and in less than 5 minutes, my food is ready. I thought they move quickly with how many people there were inside. [[ Food ]] At first I thought the food we ordered was "boring". It tastes good but it was very plain with not much going on in the actual meal. HOWEVER, we quickly learned that the magic is actually in their toppings bar where you can mix and match whatever you want to make the dish your own. After grabbing a ton of stuff and mixing it up inside our dish, it was SUPER DELICOUS. We ordered: 1.) A3 - Beef Brisket Rice Noodle Soup 2.) A15 - Large Bowl of Braised Pork Rice [[ Conclusion ]] I definitely will come back here again since it's a no bullshit and fast kind of place to get a delicious meal for relatively cheap. read more

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Old Gui Lin is a fairly new Gui Lin style self service quick style restaurant. It's no frills and definitely worth trying out! It's refreshing to see this kind of restaurant model -- it's no tip and mostly self-service. Once you walk into the restaurant, you head to the cashier and they'll take your order and hand you a puck that'll vibrate once your order is done. I opted for the A4 - the pork dry tossed rice noodle. I originally was going to order the A8, and the cashier told me (with a ramen sample) that an instant ramen would be used. I made a quick change as I'd prefer other noodles, ordered a soy milk as well, and was given a plastic sauce cup to fill my sauces (it was takeout order). Within two minutes my puck was already vibrating and the server handed me my order. The sauce bar contained many different toppings, from peanuts to chili oils, vinegars, bamboo shoots, pickled veggies, and more. I love how you can customize your noodle bowl to exactly how you want it! This place is a great new addition to the area and the portions are large too. It's fast, cheap, and good. Definitely coming back next time! read more

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4.5 stars rounded down coz it's got uncomfortable but stylish stools. Food is definitely delicious whether it's beef stew or Guilin classic... the roast pork I thought can be softer rather than tough crunch. Choice of white round noodles or yellow noodles or rice is a good touch for this type of cuisine. It's a self service place where you order & pay at the counter. Quite an easy process. Having a single register does present some waiting time if everyone arrives at the same time. A convenient buzzer gadget lets you know when your meal is ready. Then you can point & select condiments from the wait staff. Because it's self serve & they ask that you bus the trays & bowls, they refuse tips! Recommended no non-sense noodle place with tasty simple menu. read more

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Very good Guilin noodles! I followed their instructions to eat the noodles and found that I enjoyed the dry version without the bone broth more. I didn't like the special pancake rolls that much - the meat was on the skimpier side, and the pancake could be a bit crispier, but there were crispy bits inside for added texture. One thing that stood out about this place is the self-serve, no tipping model. It's rare to see it these days. Casual, no fuss place. Will definitely come back to try other dishes! read more

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I was hoping one would open in the bay ever since I tried the one in Sac. I loveee the concept of getting to pick your noodle/rice dish and then adding a bunch of toppings :) You go in, order at the counter, pay (no tip), you get a buzzer and get a seat and wait for your order. Good amount of seating available even though it gets busy. Once it buzzes, you go to the counter and let them know what toppings you want. The sac one has a bar where you do it yourself, but this location doesn't. At least they don't skimp though! I recommend getting vinegar while you're there. Water is all filled and ready to grab as well. When you're done, you put your own dishes/tray away. Items: I got the A2 beef brisket dry tossed rice noodles and my bf got the A1 guilin rice noodles. I also got the beef rolled pancake. Everything was great in taste and portion! Would love to go back and try their other items like the old guilin special pancake :) read more

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The service was fast and the food was yummy. You order at the counter and get a tag that vibrates when your food is ready. Self seat, self service, self bus. Water was up on the counter by where you get your food, and bussing bins are set up in the corner. I went during lunch as it was not busy. My sister came during dinner and said it was also not busy, but the restaurant was very hot. Maybe they don't have A/C? I liked that you could choose which toppings you wanted on your dish, they ask when you pick up your food. The toppings added alot of flavor, the dish was pretty light otherwise. The pig ears were kind of hard still, but were good after I packed it home and reheated them. I got rice noodles with braised pork. The rice noodles were thick, but overcooked for my preference. The braised pork was light in flavor. The toppings added texture and the pickles did alot for flavor. There is chili oil on the table. read more

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This was a tasty restaurant. I like that you order before sitting and there is no tipping! They are very fast and lots of seating room. The food is good, although I was extremely sleepy and thirsty after so there probably was MSG in the soup base. read more

Old Gui Lin - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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LOVED THIS PLACE. No frills, no tipping, no service. Just order food, grab it yourself and sit down to eat. The fried pork belly is an absolute must!! But their brisket is really good too, especially if you enjoy large cartilage chunks. The portions for their bowls were also very generous. And when you pick up your food, you can choose more toppings to top your bowl. I got everything on it - absolutely flavorful and delicious. I also got their special pancake, which has porkbelly in it and, while oily, was very tasty. read more

Old Gui Lin - Special pancake but i ate a piece - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Decently priced noodle and rice bowls with unlimited toppings (pickled greens, cilantro, peanuts, bamboo shoots, etc). Lots of seating. You do have to get your own food and clean up after yourself. My only complaint is that the rice is mushy. read more

Old Gui Lin - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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This place was SO GOOD! Cafeteria style restaurant with a good amount of options- mostly rice noodles but had other choices too. There was a station to choose your own sauces and toppings so you can customize your noodles however you like. Flavor and noodle texture was perfect, price was super reasonable (and no service charge!), and service was quick. The atmosphere was very casual but comfortable and clean. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Old Gui Lin - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

The special pancake is nothing special. It's wrapped with a few pieces of staled fried hard lard and skin. Unlike any crispy pork they claimed to be. The menu should have stated fried pork lard and skin instead of special pancake- so deceiving. I didn't know it was wrapped with pork until I opened the pancakes and asked the counter if it was the special pancake I ordered. The employee confirmed I ordered the correct one and it is the special pancake unfortunately. No where did the menu identify that it's fried pork rind and lard. The soup was bland - just hot water and sprinkles of chicken base. read more

So delicious, I love the spicy sour taste of gui Lin noodles. This place is super fast, I love all the toppings of pickled beans and crunchy soybeans and they're unlimited. read more

Old Gui Lin - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

I noticed this place ever since it opened but this was my first time there. It's across the Pineapple King. The place is pretty clean and spacious. It's more like cafeteria style. People there were very friendly and attentive. I had their Guilin Noodles (A1) and Beef pancake (B5) as suggested by the cashier. Both were pretty good. I really liked the self-served toppings counter in particularly their chili oil and sauce (even it's not that hot). Definitely will go back to tried other noodles and dishes... read more

Old Gui Lin - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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Tried out this new place for weekend dinner, it is like cafeteria style - order and pay (no tipping) then help yourself to toppings and seating. I got their A1 guilin rice noodle with A20 braised pork, overall 4.5/5 rounded up. Everything was pretty good and tasty along with nice portion sizing. Loved that they gave a lot of meat and their rice noodles were perfect texture. Lot of seating in a spacious place, plenty of parking, quick turnaround on food. read more

Old Gui Lin - A1 Guilin rice noodle + A20 braised pork - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

Wow, a brand new place to enjoy our favorite Gui Lin noodles. Kind of hectic on their first day! It's so delicious and the service is great, patience on this first day. Great place for families and seating is simple. Food is delicious! A definite yummy treat! Then we can walk it off at the other stores around! I just found out that you take your own bowls to the cart, kind of like a self service. And there's no tipping! Restaurants with no tipping required is crazy but it's happening here! read more

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rice noodle soup was tasty and all the small dishes adds a ton of flavors! Plus No $$tips needed The down side... the beef stew was pretty tough and chewy... and everyone's beeper was constantly going off which made a non-stop beeping sound throughout the entire dining experience... I am sure the beeping sounds is money to the owner's ears but a Vety stressful dining experience... i wish they would put the beepers on silent mode! read more

Old Gui Lin just opened three months ago is a newly established Chinese eatery serving guilin rice noodles along with beef rolled pancakes and spring rolls. Came by on a Friday morning and was greeted very warmly by the staff. For starters I placed my order at the front counter which was a large bowl of braised pork rice payable by cash or credit/debit card. They will give you a pager when it's ready they will bring it to you how convenience is that. Quite surprise how large the bowl was generous portions comes with a small bowl of broth added to one's desire. Best of all is that they have a self-service toppings/sauce bar along with a portable water dispenser with cups no need for refills. Condiments is on the side of the table with all the utensils how convenient is that. Would definitely be back the braised pork rice was simply delicious with the added broth thrown in onions, cilantro, bamboo shoot, green peas and chili sauce. Prices are far more reasonable than some of it's competitors. By the time I left it got a bit crowded but there's plenty of room along the other side of the room. Ample parking best to come early than later in the day when parking maybe a real hassle. Best of all they have a no tipping policy! read more

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The noodles here are excellent. I would rec this place to anyone looking for great noodles. Only complain is the 2 older ladies working the reg are more than reluctant to give more containers for their toppings. Especially with their facial expressions. 1 time another worker said please give it to him. Its ok. Lol. read more

This is a NO-TIPPING restaurant! The process is to first order and pay at the counter, then find a seat. When it's busy, the wait time is about 10-20 minutes. They call out your number when your order is ready, and you go to the counter to pick up. The food is well-seasoned, the turnover is quick, and the staff are efficient at cleaning tables promptly. read more

Old Gui Lin - Chinese Near Me - Fremont, California

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I am from Guilin. The only thing you can get here that resembles what you will get from Guilin is the A1 noodle. Please do not order anything else. Also, people in Guilin usually do not mix the broth into the noodle but drink it after finishing the noodle. However I am not going to be harsh on you if you decide to do that. read more

Clean eating. You order your main, then customize all the toppings you want. Don't go too early... we were first but they didn't have the Gailan on the menu... mid-meal the next table had Gailan.. guess they hadn't gone grocery shopping yet.. read more

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Amazing authentic Gui Lin noodles. The food is just fantastic. Flavorful with the right ingredients. The service is okay, not top notch, but hey they explicitly say they don't accept tips, and it is included in the food price. I like this idea! The ambiance is more of help yourself cafe style rather than anything fancy. Overall, awesome down to earth place with fantastic food at a medium-low price. read more

Place: it's neat and clean Food: hot and fresh Price: very reasonable and no tips required Service: very good customer service and warm welcome Highlight: I love their soymilk (Fresh) which has sweet and non sweet options Highly recommend if you love Guilin noodles read more

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Old Gui Lin is a fantastic new Guilin-style noodle spot! The owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which really adds to the experience. The restaurant operates on a self-serve concept where you order on the screen and pick up your food, which I love -- it's super efficient, and no tipping is required! You can choose from a variety of toppings for your noodles, and everything is fresh and tasty. The noodles themselves were delicious, and the portion sizes were generous. It's a fast, no-fuss way to enjoy great food, and I'll definitely be back for more! read more

We ordered A3 Beef Brisket Rice Noodle Soup and A13 Pork Ribs Noodle Soup to go. It were very good and will come back. read more

best food placr eva. massive portions, self serve, no tips, cheap prices, worth it!! i didnt try the beef noodle soup, but i tried the rice and it was pretty good! read more

This is more like a cafeteria than a restaurant. The rice noodles are authentic. The texture is soft but not bouncy enough, the taste is a little bit too light. The price is good, and they don't charge tips. read more

We ordered takeout from the restaurant. The old Guilin noodles with lots toppings were delicious. The portions were big and prices were reasonable. I definitely will go back again read more

Simple quick and good bowl of pork rib rice noodle soup. I will be back. Service was friendly, value is good.