the aromas from walking in was an immediate yes. NOMd: - pork potstickers. prob would've smacked harder if we had dined in, they were a little cold and tough but not hard (iykwim). great sear but too thick for my liking. yummy sauce. we got all the extra sauces and they all tasted and smelt so good tbh. - beef roll. wish the roll itself was thinner (preference thing - not into a lot of dough) but cucumbers with beef are always a win. - dan dan noodles. a very light dish. i'm not a peanut sauce girl but i didn't hate it. noodels were fresh and cooked to perfection. - vegan mapo tofu. YUM. not too heavy or oily. perfect spice level. this would be in my to-go roto if i lived here. - beef noodle soup. only tasted the noodles and bokchoy, but both were dank. again with the fresh and perfectly cooked noodles. the broth.... get it!! YUMd: - taro milk tea. love that they use actual taro and not just a premade mixture or packet. light, nutty, delicious. service, etc.: got takeout on a sunday night and it was packed and busy! super cute spot. dude double checked our bag to ensure everything was in there. literally cant beat the price either. really sad they were out of most of their veggie dishes. read more

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Tried Pine & Crane once a while back but in downtown and I forgot how good this place is. Got seated quite quickly but this place does get packed quick! Standouts were the Dan Dan noodles and the Garlic Pork Belly. Honestly, great pairing. Satori was so sweet and made the best Passionfruit Green Tea! Need to come back and try everything else!! read more

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We've been here at least 30 times and we are never disappointed no matter what we order. I need to commend the owners for running such a tight ship. Even when it's busy, they pace out the seating and the food without acting stressed. I especially like the wonton soup. I always ask them to hold the noodles and add more bok choy, and they kindly comply. The broth is savory and comforting, and the wontons are plump and tender. The peanut salad is one of the best things on the menu IMO. The crunchy peanuts are mixed with cilantro, spring onion, chilis and a delicious dressing. Yummy and definitely addictive. My husband loves the beef roll and Dan Dan noodles. The scallion pancakes are usually crisp and delicious. read more

Pine & Crane - Dan Dan noodles- savory and delicious - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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LA staple, can't go wrong - affordable (~$20-30/person), generous portions, tasty and hearty food. The closest you'll get to good, pretty authentic Chinese food other than the SGV. Would advise coming before 6pm to beat the crowds - came around 8:30pm once, and there was still a long wait! Food comes out quick once you do sit down. Recs: - Beef roll - Wonton noodle soup - Twice cooked pork - Pan fried pork buns read more

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Honestly a nice cozy spot to enjoy some beef noodle soup and panfried pork buns. Service is good- pay upfront and sit afterwards. Parking is limited to street parking. read more

Pine & Crane - Beef Noodle Soup & Panfried Pork Buns - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Echo Park, Los Angeles. Fast, Delicious and Filling. Like its sister resto in HP, Joy, Pine and Crane serves geniusly fresh, reasonably priced and super delish Taiwanese plates. First, grab a menu, you fall in line and order. Then the cool thing is a waitperson will direct you to a table where you can put the number the cashier gives you. Then the food comes to your table when ready. I love the food here, Ive visited its sister resto Joy more often because its close to home. I would so come here when Im in the area. Theres so many shops and places to eat in Echo Park, its like another city In any event, there is a line but once you get your food, you're thankful a place like P&C that serves simple, inexpensive and delicious food NB. This place is bustling so you will not visit a quiet restaurant. Im sooo coming back. End of Yelp read more

Fast casual Asian food with a modern touch. The interior was cozy and the staff were very friendly when we first entered. It wasn't busy at first, but did get pretty busy quickly as we ate. The staff even brought out a kid friendly plate and utensils for my toddler. The food was pretty decent and definitely on the bigger portion side. This is definitely the type of place where you order different plates to share amongst the table. read more

What a wonderful find in DTLA. MICHELIN taste but at Bib Gourmand price, which is why they are recognized for excellent quality, good-value cooking. I ordered some Taiwanese comfort food classics like the dan dan noodles, beef noodle soup, taiwanese sausage, and cucumber appetizer. This is a fast casual restaurant where you do need to order and pay first, but they do bring the food to you. Cashier was nice and so were the workers who brought our food. Note that the only thing was that parking is difficult as usual in all the DTLA area. We circled around and eventually found street parking 8 minutes from the store (walking distance). read more

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PROs: - One of my favorite restaurants!!! - The dan dan noodles and beef roll are HIGHLY recommended - Staff is super nice! - Chilli oil is a must buy CONs: - Parking is really difficult in this area read more

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First time at Pine & Crane. It was so delicious we ate without taking pictures. The ambiance is so nice and relaxed and the staff ended up giving us the iced green tea free since it was our first time. We liked everything we ordered and will be back. if I had one complain it would be that I did see two flying gnats around our table. Otherwise, I would have scored it a 5/5. read more

Pine & Crane - Pork pan fried dumplings, sausage, shrimp dumplings. - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Pine & Crane is a little casual eatery with a relaxing and easy-going ambiance contrasting its tight-knit and bustling location. The classic Taiwanese dishes like Dan Dan noodles, chili oil wontons, beef pancake rolls, beef noodle soup, and scallion pancake all tasted delicious! I liked the fluffyness of the beef pancake roll which was really comforting. The peanut sauce of the Dan Dan noodles had a strong kick, and the fresh cucumbers and textured noodles balanced that out. The passion fruit tea was a nice refresher for the highly flavorful meal. read more

Pine & Crane - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Silverlake is an odd place. The vibe is restless hustle and bustle; the streets are narrow and full of potholes (a gentrification work-in-progress); the people are predominantly young Gen Z's who take this all in a stride while queuing up for trendy instagram cuisines such as ice cream tacos and Michelin-recommended Taiwanese pan-fried bao. The food may not be the cheapest or most authentic, but it's trending in social media. Pine & Crane strives to be authentic Taiwanese comfort food. It falls way short in that regard, but the social media buzz and Michelin star keep the crowd coming nonstop. Line is long but moves swiftly, thanks to an efficient staff. We ordered 4 items, my favorite being the minced pork rice (flavor spot-on). The scallion pancake has almost no scallion; the pan-fried pork bao has no broth or crispy shell; the beef roll has too much cucumber and no flavor -- I don't think the Michelin tire company people ordered these before awarding their star in 2025. Like most bucket list items, not likely to return or repeat. read more

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Great little spot. You order and then they seat you after your order, great idea and first time I've seen this. We got the shrimp wontons, beef roll, Dan Dan noodles and pork buns. All were delicious, and I would say a must order. The pork buns reminded me of buns we had in Taiwan and I loved that. Minus one star because although all the food was tasty, nothing absolutely blew us away. Either way, it's a good spot you should check out read more

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Where should I start? If you're looking for slightly elevated Taiwanese cuisine that is medium authentic, has decent flavors then pine and crane is the place for you. Don't get me wrong. The food here is good, but I do feel that the flavors are a little Americanized. The beef roll portion was huge. While the pancake itself was nice and crispy, the cucumber to meet racial was a little off. In my opinion. I wish it had a little bit more meat. The pancake overall had good flavor, but I do feel it was a little on the sweet side as well. I really enjoyed the smashed cucumber appetizer and the seasonal vegetable, which in this case was Taiwanese cabbage. Both were well done. As for the limited pan fried dumpling, I felt that it was too doughy. For the beef noodle soup, it was just okay in my opinion. The beef was tender, but the broth was lacking depth in flavor. This is a decent place if you don't want to venture too far into SGV for authentic Taiwanese food. Portions were decent size and I would say probably even on the larger side. Would I drive all the way to eat here? Probably not. Is it a solid option if I'm in the area? Definitely. read more

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We ordered the minced pork on rice and the beef noodle soup. Both were delicious. The minced pork reminded me of Vietnamese braised pork (thit kho). Nothing too crazy but still yummy. The beef noodle soup was amazing! The broth was deep and dark and the hand pulled noodles were nice and chewy. I would come back to try more items on the menu. read more

Pine & Crane - Beef Noodle Soup - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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My friend and I had a chance to visit the Silver Lake location on a Sunday around 4pm. We were pleasantly surprised that it wasn't too busy, there were only 2 parties in front of us. We grabbed a menu and ordered at the register. They ask if you prefer a private table or a seat at a communal table. We chose a private table and waited a little bit for one to open up. I ordered the dan dan noodles which come with peanuts and cucumbers and it was delicious! I also got an iced passion fruit tea with boba which was also really good and fresh. My friend and I shared the beef roll and it was tasty and perfect for sharing. Everything we tried was really good and the service was friendly. It can get busy and parking can be tough but it's definitely worth a try! read more

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I haven't tried many things on the menu because I'm stuck on the Dan Dan noodles!! When I'm craving DanDans, I shoot to Pine and Crane.. The service Is always great, I've never had a rude interaction there, everybody's always been super cool..I also love their little sister restaurant Joy!! Their little salads- wood ear and lotus are also very good. I usually buy both and mix them together. Oh I forgot to talk about the Mochi! The Mochi is so very yummy, Its so nice and soft and fluffy!!! I especially like the peanut dust side! I'm sure there's a name for it but, I usually just call it that! read more

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wow, so so impressed by the food quality and timeliness of all the food! came in on a sunday afternoon with a bigger party and was accommodated very well! i absolutely loved everything we ordered but the dan dan noodles really did it for me. it was everything i wanted and more. read more

Pine & Crane - Vegan Mapo Tofu, Wonton Noodle Soup, Dan Dan Noodles, Beef Roll - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here for a friend birthday and when we told them they were so kind as to give us two orders of them the Dan Dan noodles for free plus a second round of Taiwanese beers. Exceptional service super friendly. Interior also such a vibe, dimly lit woody charming interior design. Only thing is there may be a wait, you lineup outside and then get called into order at the counter and then wait for a table to open up, communal or private. Food was surprisingly really good. Usually I don't expect that much from Americanized Asian, but the flavor and quality of everything was quite good, a bit on the less strong flavor side, but the homemade chili oil made up for it. The minced pork on rice was my favorite. read more

Pine & Crane - Minced Pork On Rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Just ok Taiwanese food. Could get yummier food at a mom & pop shop, BUT the service was excellent and it was a cheap Michelin Guided restaurant. Dishes (ranked by best): 1) Beef Roll: best dish I had there but it was just standard in terms of flavor 2) Dan Dan Noodles: it was creamy, but it needed more flavor (ie chili oily). The noodles were also slightly overcooked so it didn't have the bounce to them. 3) Shrimp Wonton: it's a non-traditional dumpling flavor with a thicker wrapper texture. Logistics: -free, limited, street parking -lots of indoor seating, however, they are busy so requires wait times for a seat -they have private seating in the communal table -accepts credit card -you wait in line to order your food, you receive a number, and wait for a seat to be available. Once seated, the food comes out fast. Sometimes dining in is just as fast as takeout. -Pro Tip: you can order online for takeout read more

Pine & Crane - Beef Roll - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If you're looking for comfort food, Pine & Crate is the spot! Very chill vibes here, nothing fancy. You'll need to order at the counter first before sitting. Scallion Pancake wasn't as flakey as we thought it'll be. It's more on the doughy side. Vegan Mapo Tofu (no meat but mushrooms) was good. It does have a little kick of spice to it. Dan Dan Noodles flavor was also good. We noticed the flavor is milder than most places, and also has a little kick to it as well. I like that there was cucumbers slices to each bite. The interior of the cafe is very nice and cozy, kind of mid-century japandi vibes almost. read more

Pine & Crane - Scallion Pancake, Vegan Mapo Tofu, Dan Dan Noodles - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Lately I've been trying more places serving Asian dishes in town than I used to be, and my most recent one being Pine and Crane. As expected, tough parking in Silver Lake, but fortunately ordering process wasn't as bad. As the venue was busy, guests were required to place order at the counter before being seated. The staffs were super accommodating in trying to assure shorter wait time. Coming in a group of four, we're trying multiple dishes by having family-style meals. We got their Pork Belly and Beef Roll for small plates, Wood Ear Mushrooms and Lotus for sides, and their iconic Dandan noodles from the noodle selection along with Twiced Cook Pork from the rice dishes. Price to portion was decent and sharing was certainly great idea to enable you trying multiple items. The pork belly had strong garlic flavor, so tender, and perfectly thin-sliced that it felt like melted in my mouth. The beef roll was one of my highlights, seemed simple combining beef slices and leek yet I was always a fan of this kind of Chinese pancakes. Then my number one was doubtlessly the most peanut-based Dandan noodles. This iconic dish was such comfort food especially for me a peanut lover. The noodles certainly elevated it, getting the whole group impressed by how cheesy it was and how flavorful the sauce was. The crushed nuts toppings enriched overall texture play on the plate. Besides, ordering extra sides of woodear mushrooms and lotus were great companions to this carbs! Their milk tea was also worth trying and pretty affordable. read more

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Finally made it here to try. and yes, be ready for a wait on a busy night we came right before the rush (6pm) but by the time we were leaving there were so many people outside waiting. The food was good across the board, just not quite "I need to come back ASAP" level. The dan dan noodles were a standout for me. Super peanut-forward in the best way, with great texture and a fresh crunch from the cucumbers. Beef rolls were tasty, though I wished for a crispier wrap. Beef noodle soup was solid and comforting. If I come back I would def order that again. The twice-cooked pork was also great. Overall, it's a great, approachable intro to Taiwanese/Chinese flavors. everything is well done, just a bit more on the Americanized side. I'd totally bring friends here who are new to this type of cuisine, but it's not somewhere I'd go out of my way to revisit on my own. read more

Great service, clean, with plenty of seating. We came at 12 pm right before it opened and had no wait. We ordered the beef roll (10.75) and beef noodle soup (15.5) and both were delicious! The beef noodle soup was hearty with bok choy, mustard greens, tender braised beef shank, and chewy noodles. Not too salty and felt very filling. Portion is small so perfect for one person! The beef roll had hoisin sauce, cucumbers, cilantro, and five spice beef. Crispy with lots of cucumbers and flavorful. Street parking only but a great place when craving Taiwanese! read more

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Pine and Crane still delicious and a busy hotspot. The Dan Dan noodles were a bit overcooked and drowning in sauce but we still enjoyed. Lotus root remains one of my favorite appetizers. Eggplant is silky and soft. Bok choy potstickers plump and tasty but I prefer the pork. read more

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Good. I had the jidori chicken. A bit spicy for me and thought there would be veg but oh well. Super fast. Nice server. read more

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First time trying this spot and it was so so good! We ordered for delivery, did not get the dine in experience. Beef roll, spicy shrimp wontons, scallion pancake roll, side of rice and a few other sides. Beef roll was so flavorful. Everything was really delicious. Got the chili oil on the side which was good. Had a little kick to it. Also got another oil that was more on the sweeter side which was my favorite. Dont pass up on this place if you are in the area! Great high quality food read more

I really wanted to love the OG pine and crane, but everything was unfortunately just off. The only thing saving this review is that the scallion pancake and tea was yummy. I have gone to all 3 restaurants in this trio and Joy is definitely the best and the DTLA pine and crane is better than this one. For some reason the eggplant just wasn't cooked enough for my liking and the mapo tofu (which has become my comfort dish) tasted grainy and was honestly bland compared to how the dish is done at the other two locations. read more

Pine & Crane - Basil Eggplant & Vegan Mapo Tofu - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This Taiwanese spot is popular and the awesome customer service and delicious food explains why. We were lucky to arrive just before the Friday night dinner rush. We walked in and were greeted by a staff member who told us that once we ordered at the counter, he would seat us. I had a lot questions about the menu and the cashier was not only knowledgeable about the menu, but very patient. The food arrived fairly fast. Chopsticks and napkins are on the table and the staff brings your food and drinks. From the cold appetizers, we tried the Potato Salad. Not your traditional potato salad. This dish included shredded potatoes and carrots and it tasted like it was tossed in sesame oil. The table favorites were the Beef Roll, Shrimp Wontons, and Three Cup Jidori Chicken. The table had mixed reviews on the Dan Dan Noodles. If you're a peanut lover, this dish is for you. The vibe inside was a bit loud, but it was still an enjoyable experience. The staff was always working the room and the food was delicious! There is outdoor seating available for take-out orders. read more

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Ordered takeout from Pine & Crane and overall had a really good experience. The Dan Dan Noodles are honestly so good. The noodles were a little clumped together, probably because it was takeout and maybe they prep them ahead of time, but the flavor was still excellent. Definitely one of those dishes you could eat all the time. Smashed cucumbers were great too, as always. I ordered online through their website and the whole process was smooth. Food was ready quickly and already waiting for pickup at the front counter. Parking though... yeah, it's tough. Especially during peak hours in Silver Lake. But usually you can eventually find a spot somewhere nearby. Prices feel very reasonable for the quality, portion size, and taste. Would recommend to friends and I'll definitely come back again. read more

Pine & Crane - Dan Dan Noodles - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We came on an early Saturday evening, right around 5:30 pm. Finding parking was a challenge, but if you're willing to do a bit of walking, then it's no problem. When we arrived, the place was busy, but no wait. But by the time we got our first appetizer, the line was out the door stretching across the storefront. So coming a little early is definitely the way to go. So you order at the counter, and then you're given a number and assigned a table. The friendly servers would bring the food to you. The place is a nice mix of modern design and traditional Taiwanese accents with ambient lighting. We ordered scallion pancake, shrimp wontons, pot stickers, Taiwanese sausage, and Dan Dan noodles. The scallion pancake was a bit too thick and doughy. The shrimp wontons was good, but just missing a little something. The sausage was a bit on the dry side. The pot sticker skin was a little thick too, and could be a little crispier. And the Dan Dan noodles was a little too heavy, and lacked a kick. So I had to add more chili oil and black vinegar to give it some more flavor depth. Overall, all our dishes were good, but we've just had better. And I'm still glad I tried it. read more

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Saw Pine & Crane forever ago and finally made it out to the Silverlake location. Overall the food and quality were solid, but the flavors definitely lean more "Americanized Taiwanese" than super traditional. Beef roll: The flavor was good, but I found myself wishing there was more actual beef inside. The scallion pancake wrapper could've been a bit crispier too. Dan dan noodles: Very peanut-forward sauce, which I didn't mind, and the noodles themselves were perfectly chewy. The cucumbers on top added a nice fresh crunch to balance everything out. Twice-cooked pork: Not bad, but I've had better versions at more traditional Szechuan spots. Still enjoyable, just not a standout for me. Overall, a nice option if you're in the area and want approachable Taiwanese/Chinese dishes with good quality ingredients, just don't go in expecting super traditional flavors. read more

Shareable plates of deliciousness for lunch! Be sure to look at the traditional cold appetizers from the deli case to the left of the cashier. Place your order and they give you a number to place on your table. Chopsticks, vinegar, soy sauce, chili oil are on the table. Enjoyed the cucumber appetizer very much. Shared plates: Scallion pancake Vegetable potstickers Dan Dan noodles- refreshing, peanut sauce is so good I need to learn how to make these at home Three Cup Jidori Chicken- mainly for my son, who proclaimed it excellent. We all tried it and it was yummy. Brief wait for a table for four. Once seated your order comes pretty steadily. Popular, nice stream of customers. Small but not noisy. 11/2/25 read more

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Went here on a Saturday evening on a recent LA trip and they had a wait time of about 30 mins. This is common for this place and they have a dedicated waiting area outside the restaurant for people to queue up. The staff is efficient and orders are taken and you are then shown to your table. They have a mix of community and private tables and you're typically asked which you'd prefer. We got a private table and ordered their vegan Dan Dan noodles, vegetarian mapo tofu and three cup chicken. The dishes were deceptively large and we were barely able yo finish this food between the two of us. All the food was mild but extremely flavorful. I've rarely had Asian food taste so delicate and balanced. They have a punchy chilli oil on the tables too if you like a little bit of kick. I added a little to the mapo tofu and it elevated the dish for me. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

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Honestly, a huge disappointment. I had high expectations because it was in the Michelin guide, but it let me down SO much. First off, this restaurant was extremely loud. I couldn't even hear the person next to me. Secondly, if you don't arrive early enough to get a table, you have to stand and order in a barista-esque line until there is a table ready for you. We got the Shrimp Wontons, Beef Roll, Beef Noodle Soup and Three Cup Jidori Chicken. Shrimp Wontons - Probably my favorite thing that I got here. The wonton wrapper was thin and the inside filling was juicy shrimp, which was great. I wish the sauce were spicier. It definitely wasn't authentic, but it was decent. Beef Roll - This wasn't bad either; the amount of beef was just disappointing. There was a thin slice of beef, but the sauce was pretty good. The pancake on the outside wasn't too oily, but it wasn't crunchy either. Beef Noodle Soup - Honestly, this wasn't good or authentic. I could have made this wayyy better at home if I tried. The soup was one-dimensional and bland. The noodles were pretty chewy and texture was great. Three Cup Jidori Chicken - As inauthentic as it gets. The sauce was so gelatinous one one-dimensional again. However, on the positive side, there was a lot of chicken. Overall, I would never come here again. Pull up if you want a mid-meal where you can't hear the person talking to you. read more

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very unique interior vibes w fast service. parking was rough tho bc we circled around the streets around for about 20min until we found a spot. a modern take on classic taiwanese cuisine - i got the wonton noodle soup which was very light and peppery. id recommend if youre not in the mood for something too heavy. we also got the classic beef rolls but i didnt think much of it, it was just okay. overall, tbh i liked the vibes more than the items i ordered and parking was hard to find, but id be interested in trying some of their other items! read more

Pine & Crane - Wonton Noodle Soup - Taiwanese Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Dan Dan Noodles!! Such a cute restaurant with bright, natural light coming through the windows. I came on a Saturday after a hike at Griffith Park and had no idea there was a farmers market happening. I parked on the street about an 8 minute walk from the restaurant, but the food was worth it. Everyone places their order before getting seated. The staff asked how many people are in your party while waiting in line, browsing the menu. It was a hot day and the restaurant was packed, so I took my order to-go. They have a small, shaded patio in front, but it's much cooler to sit indoors. The Dan Dan Noodles were coated in sauce and so bouncy. I love the crisp cucumbers and the peanuts for added crunch. The Three Cup Jidori Chicken was equally as delicious with tender chicken in a soy sauce glaze. read more

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Oh! We got your food delivered last night and thaaaaank you! The pork buns= so good and nostalgic. The Beef noodle soup...WOW! The meat was so tender and comforting with fabulous flavor. My man got the chicken and he loved it also! Very generous portion too! We will be visiting the restaurant soon! We can't wait to sit down and have this food fresh outta the kitchen Thank you to the chef! ‍ read more

Delivery review: I was craving some Dan Dan noodles and it definitely satisfied my cravings! I also saw that they sell mochi gummies so I tried that which I loved (it was soft like mochi and I loved that it wasn't too sweet) They packaged it well with cardboard on the bottom in terms of delivery as well. I've tried this place in person as well and I would definitely recommend. The prices seem pretty fair and all the dishes I've tried have been great so far :) read more

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Ordered to go online and it was super easy. Unfortunately, their stove top wasn't working so none of their noodle dishes were available. Ordered the ground pork with rice and egg and it was delicious. The pork buns were also flavorful. My sister ordered the eggplant which was yummy and not greasy. I will definitely be back to try their noodles! read more