Service great food delicious! Food came out fast. Easy to order. Food is AMAZING!!! Definitely will come back with more friends and family!!!! read more

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I love special noodle, so many choices and kids friendly!! Environment is also very good!!

Had a great meal at Special Noodle. We ordered the chicken chow mein, pan-fried pork buns, and spicy wontons, and loved everything. The flavors were spot on, and you can tell the dishes are made fresh. The portion sizes are generous, which makes it even better value. Definitely a solid spot to satisfy noodle and dumpling cravings. The service was quick and the place is clean and well maintained. read more

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Despite opening in 2024, the Newark location of Special Noodle feels like they are still getting things down: there is furniture that has not been set (outdoor furniture were crammed inside) and very limited staffing. That said, the food is very decent. The XLB and pan fried dumplings were great and their broths were balanced well, though they are a little pricey for their portions. The dan dan noodles were a much better deal and I would recommend for bigger eaters. read more

Special Noodle - Pan fried soup dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

I think Special Noodles is my favorite place for XLBs and pan fried dumplings. The service is good. Ordering on the phone is easy. There are lots of tables. The only down side of this location is there is no air conditioning thus not really inviting to go there in the summer time. The food is good. I tried a lot of the menu. I think the only dish I've tried and could pass are the pork buns and cheesy fried shrimp balls. The prices are ok. Service is good. Solid place. read more

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I have been wanting to go there, seeing their high ratings. Their crispy dumplings/buns are really good but rest seemed okay ish. Their woodear mushroom salad was a little too sour for my taste. Dumpling time woodear salad is twice better. And the kung pao chicken was sweet, is it supposed to be sweet? Service was quick and ambience was good too. But just the food didn't feel very authentic Chinese. read more

Special Noodle - Soupy pork buns - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

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Absolutely love this chain of restaurants, they deliver on comforting Chinese dishes. I always order the pan fried dumplings, the best in the bay. They really know how to get a good crisp. The flavor is impeccable inside and you pair it with the vinegar, it becomes chef kiss amazing. I like ordering the eggplant too, it has great flavor and a good wok hay smokiness. Another good item is the stone soup, with literal hot stones at the bottom of the pot. The broth is light, but the Sichuan is strong and delicious. The service was great, very attentive to our needs and gave us more napkins without asking. The food comes out fairly quick and steaming hot. This location has a fair amount of seats with more in the back in you have larger parities. You can see them making the food through their glass window area. Overall, I really enjoy this restaurant, in particular this location too. It's very centralized with a large parking and right next door is a feng cha too! read more

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Food was freshly made. The dishes had a lot of flavor. Restaurant was immaculately clean. read more

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I always coming back for their beef noodle soup and dumplings. Their severe is top tier! I have to said even my picky dad love the place! read more

We came here for lunch. Good food, good service. A funny waiter, very attentive. highly recommended read more

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This was my first time eating here and I was not disappointed! My family and I came on a Saturday evening and were able to quickly be seated with no wait time. There are plenty of tables and booths inside. Parking was easy because it is located in a shopping plaza with a parking lot. Their menu has a lot of great looking options so it was hard to choose! We ended up ordering the string beans, chili oil wontons, pan fried dumplings, pork belly noodle soup, chicken chow fun, and spicy soup pork dumplings. The portions were a great size and this was more than enough food to share with the table. The staff were very friendly and helpful with recommendations about the menu. 10/10 would recommend eating here! read more

Special Noodle - Gan Ban String Beans, Spicy Red Oil Wonton, Soup Pan Fried Pork Buns, Pork Belly Noodle Soup - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

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If you want to pay 53$ for a overly salted dish and rice with crushed up fortune cookies this is the place you've been looking for. Mongolian beef was salty, zero sauce and rubbery, fried rice with only vegetables was 15.99 and included all of 3 pieces of broccoli for the amazing array of vegetables they chose to include. 2 hours after dinner I'm still chugging water to cure my dehydration from the overly salted dishes. Save your money and go to Panda Express for probably better quality. read more

What used to be known as Pan Fried Dumplings has now been renamed to Special Noodle. There are multiple Special Noodle locations in the bay, however, I prefer the Newark location. Nestled in a plaza, there is plenty of parking in the large lot. On a Saturday during lunch, there were plenty of tables available. I've come here multiple times and we've never had to wait for a table. Scan the QR code for the menu to order. Our favorites include: -Pan fried pork buns - these are a must get! These are my personal favorite. They're piping hot with a lot of soup inside, a crisp bottom, and juicy filling. -Soup dumplings (xlb) - these are larger than your average xlb with good flavor, soup, and meaty filling. -Salt and pepper ribs - the meat falls off the bone, has great salt and pepper seasoning without being overly salty, the addition of bell peppers and onions stir fried adds some fragrance and crunch. -Green beans or green beans with eggplant - both are great. They're stir fried with great seasoning; a little kick from the pepper. Really delicious and a great veggie to add to your meal. -Osmanthus cake - steamed to perfection, these soft and pillowy osmanthus cakes are a great dessert for the end. Ever so slightly sweet and fragrant! Portions are very shareable and are sizable! We always order multiple dishes and have enough leftovers for another meal. Service has always been attentive when we're here and they are quick to check you out when you're finished with your meal. Have been here multiple times and will definitely return! read more

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Been wanting to try this place, came in on a Saturday afternoon around 2pm and sat down immediately, there is plenty of parking in this plaza. We ordered our food via the QR code on our phones. We each got to try different things and we enjoyed all the food that came out, my favorites were the pork XLB, beef friend rice(not pictured), fried shrimp with cheese balls. Food comes out fairly quick after orders are placed. Definitely can share with many people if you order a lot, we had enough food to bring home for the 3 of us. Ambiance is family friendly and there are plenty of seated available. read more

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If you're craving authentic flavors with a comforting kick, Special Noodle on Jarvis is a must-visit! I tried the Spicy Beef Noodle Soup, and it hit all the right notes--the broth was rich and layered with flavor, the beef cuts were tender and juicy, and the noodles had that perfect chewy bite that keeps you coming back for more. The Soup Dumplings were absolutely addictive--savory, delicate, and bursting with hot, flavorful broth in every bite. Honestly, I could've eaten a dozen and still wanted more. A surprise highlight was the Pan-Fried Dumplings. They came out piping hot with a crisp golden crust and juicy filling inside--something I hadn't really tried in this style before, but now it's on my must-order list. Finally, the Beef Wrap was a delightful finish--crispy layers hugging tender beef with just the right seasoning, making it both hearty and satisfying. Overall, every dish was memorable, and the balance of textures and flavors makes this spot stand out. Newark is lucky to have this gem--I'll definitely be back! read more

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We had such a great experience at Special Noodle in Newark! The restaurant is spacious and we were seated in the booths. Service was very good. You order on your phone through a QR code. Dishes ordered: * chili oil pig ear- super flavorful appetizer * eggplant- my fave dish!! Spicy and packed with flavor. Also a very generous portion * XLB- arrived hot and the soup inside was very good *snowflake potstickers- so pretty and delish!! We got the pork, shrimp and chives. I loved the different textures * pork belly Noodle soup- loved the noodles and soup!! Pork belly came in huge pieces so I didn't have any * onion pancake- this was too bland for me Overall we had a great experience and left very full. read more

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The pan-fried buns (生煎包) stole the show -- pillowy tops, golden-kissed bottoms, and that satisfying soup burst on first bite. Scattered black sesame and scallion: effortlessly elegant. The sesame balls were fried to a perfect crisp, generously coated, with a chewy glutinous interior that hit every nostalgic note. Then came the showstopper: a dark, glossy bowl of braised meat over thick hand-pulled noodles, blanketed in pea shoots and chili, crowned with a jammy soft-boiled egg. Bold, unapologetically savory, and deeply comforting. This meal didn't ask for attention -- it commanded it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Special Noodle - Sweet Sesame Balls - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

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I got take out from this place today. I ordered for 4 people. The portion sizes are pretty generous so I think it was exactly the right amount of food for maybe 5 people actually. Here's the dishes I ordered 1. Chicken fried rice - very good balance of chicken and rice. 2. Mongolian beef - really well made, not too spicy 3. Red chilli pepper chicken - numbing spice so kept it medium but it still has a kick so be careful 4. Chow fun - well made but I wish they added more veggies to it! The total was 90 bucks for these 4 dishes without tip! I was hoping it'd be a little less so I hope they have some specials in the future! I have previously dined in here before too and it feels like a casual joint with fast service when dining in! Giving it one less star for its higher than usual pricing! read more

Our waiter, Long Long, gave us the best food recommendation! The food was Delicious! Kudos to the chef. I recommend the sweet and sour pork! read more

Just picked up a to-go order.. not only did it take longer than time quoted (which I can kinda forgive because you can see them making your food fresh in the kitchen) but when we got home all excited and gassed up to eat the hot yummy buns, we see a small cockroach flattened in the take out box. Instant deflation. I don't think I need to say more. read more

Special Noodle - Roach smooshed in the take out box flap - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

I loved the service of this place! We were 14 of us - no reservations- we were ok to split the group - since it was a large crowd. But the lady was so sweet and got tables and chairs, so we could enjoy our meal family style Very authentic Chinese food - Sichuan style cooking. The dumplings are made fresh and super tasty! Their dan dan noodles were yummy. I had some veggies in my family and they also got a great selection! read more

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Ordered online for the steamed chicken soup dumplings. My daughter and i really wanted to try these soup dumplings that we've seen becoming very popular and we definitely picked a great place! Right when I walked in I was acknowledged right away and the ladies were really nice and knew I was there for pick up. Restaurant is nice and clean inside. The dumplings were delicious, lots of flavor and great texture. The sauce they give has a nice tang to it, i think this would taste really good with some chili oil. I only ordered one order since we were trying for the first time but definitely want to come back with the family. read more

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Food was great! My go to place if I'm craving beef roll/wraps. Spicy wontons are tasty and has the perfect kick- not too spicy. Will be coming back. read more

The food is very tasty, and the service is great!!! Especially the noodle. The food was served very fast. read more

Special Noodle - Sesame ball - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

I'm so glad I discovered 四姐 Special Noodle! It's not easy to find real Northeastern (Dongbei) Chinese food in the Bay Area, and this place truly hits the spot. We ordered Di San Xian, Beef Roll Pancake, and Liu Rou Duan, and every dish was excellent: * Di San Xian (stir-fried potato, eggplant, and green pepper) was perfectly cooked -- tender, savory, and full of flavor without being greasy. Classic and very comforting. * Beef Roll Pancake was crispy and flaky on the outside, with flavorful beef and fresh herbs inside. Super satisfying and well balanced. * Liu Rou Duan was a standout -- crispy on the outside, juicy inside, with a perfectly balanced sweet-and-sour sauce (not overly sweet like Americanized versions). The flavors are very authentic and feel truly home-style. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable, and you can tell the food is made with care. Service was friendly and efficient as well. If you're craving real Dongbei flavors or want to try something different from typical Chinese-American dishes, this place is absolutely worth a visit. I'll definitely be back to try more dishes! read more

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What a pretty place! The atmosphere is great and the inside is so pretty. Loved the chrysanthemum tea. read more

Special Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

Decent parking lot size. The service was good. They refilled our waters without asking. They were friendly. Ambiance was chill. Lots of seatings! We came around 5 on a weekday so there was not lot a of people. Green beans were great. Pork Belly noodle soup was delicious. Soup is flavorful. Tofu circles was soft and yummy. XLB was juicy and great. The pan fried dumplings which is what I was most excited for was only meh, so thats why it is only 4 stars. There was too much breading and not enough meat/soup it in. read more

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Visited this Special Noodle location near dinner time on a weekday. Wasn't busy at all when we came in so the ambiance felt very peaceful and we got to sit wherever we wanted. Before you order thru the QR code, they do warn you about how hot their food is and I advise you to take that into consideration as well. They make the food on the spot so it's fresh and steaming hot. At that point, I couldn't tell if it was the heat or spice lol. The stone pot was cooked in front of us which was cool to watch and entertaining. I liked the stone pot noodle soup but it did have a little kick to it. Ultimately, we enjoyed our experience here and highly recommend the pan fried XLB. I also suggest ordering a cooling dish to balance the heat, and which in this case we opted in ordering the cucumber salad. Very refreshing but we couldn't resist adding the chili oil that was available on the table ha! read more

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This place has very authentic chinese food. Great food and ambience for small and large family. Very family friendly. Highly recommend. read more

Special Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

The restaurant is clean. Service is attentive and has a big variety of options to choose from. read more

Special Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

Delightful experience! For our appetizer, we ordered the pan fried pork dumplings. Extremely delicious and so we ordered another one after devouring the first order. Crispy on the outside, but a nice flavorful broth on the side. We also ordered the beef noodle soup!!! I really really enjoyed this!! Of course thick noodles, and medium spice! I enjoyed the chili oil and also the pickled cabbages. The soup was flavorful as well, it had a nice star anise taste to it. My friends ordered the braised pork noodle and the mixed chili beef. Both of which they enjoyed. Overall, it was a great experience! read more

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Authentic Chinese restaurant specializing in dumplings and noodles. Came for an early dinner on a Sunday. Overall I had a positive dining experience here, with a few small gripes. Great: Pork belly and Jalapeño noodle - a bed of QQ noodles served under a flavorful stir fry of jalapeños and pork belly. I think the dish came out looking more appetizing than the menu picture! The pork was nice and tender and there were plenty of jalapeño pieces to add flavor. It was a little bit spicy, for those sensitive. Ok: Beef wrap - this is my favorite thing to get at Taiwanese restaurants and I heard this one is good. The green onion pancake was delicious and cooked well, but this one was definitely short on beef. The inside was mostly lettuce! If there were more beef this would have definitely been a solid item. I think there are other gems on the menu that I didn't get to try. I tried my friend's red hot oil wontons and those were REALLY good. Service was quick and polite! read more

Special Noodle - Beef wrap - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

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The best tasting food ever! And LonLong is the best waiter ever!!! Coming again!!! And bringing more people!!!

My favorites are the pan fried dumplings and xlb soup dumplings, although everything was good! The spicy wonton are slightly sweet. The cucumbers were good, but could use a little more salt. The cucumbers were so expensive at $12! read more

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Nice cozy spot for dumplings! The space has a warm, inviting vibe that makes it perfect for a casual bite or a quick comfort-food fix. Dumplings came out fresh and very hot--so take it slow on that first bite! Parking was surprisingly easy (a rare treat around here). Service was just okay--nothing bad, but nothing standout either. Still, for the food and the cozy atmosphere, it's definitely worth a stop if you're craving dumplings. read more

Special Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

Solid spot for classic Chinese comfort food. The pan-fried buns were crispy on the bottom, soft on top, and juicy inside -- clearly freshly made. The fried pork chop was tender with a light, crispy coating and flavorful sauce that didn't feel greasy. Good portions, simple service, and consistently tasty food. Definitely worth coming back to try more dishes. read more

Special Noodle - Pan-fried buns - Chinese Near Me - Newark, California

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This place of one of the few places open in the middle of the lunch and dinner rush. We came in here at around 3:40 and it was promptly seated anywhere we wanted. The menu system is a QR code that you scanned on the table and then you pick what you want in order from the website that the QR code links to. I enjoyed the fried rice the most. It has a light burnt aroma to it and must be from the wok. We also had the crab and lobster roe dumplings. They were flavorful and good. I would try them at least once just to see. We opted to get the beef clay pot soup with long noodles. It was delicious and the long noodles had a good texture to them. The specialty of the store is the pan fried dumpling. This is the first time I've had anything like this and it was good. I would get these again. The spicy sauce on their table is really good. I put that on everything. It's not too spicy but it has a lot of flavor to it. read more

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Awesome food and amazing service my favorite was the pan fried soup dumplings! We have such a good time and it was very spacious between tables not super squished. Overall loved everything! read more

EVERYTHING EVERYTHING WE ORDERED WAS - gan ban green beans - iron plate japanese tofu - kung pao chicken - red chilli pepper stirfry chicken - snowflake chicken and shrimp potsticker - dan dan noodles Not only is everything delicious, but the service is so great. They are very kind and courteous. Take ya friends, take ya family, take ya self read more

Special Noodle is THE home for incredible pan fried dumplings. In the past, I never cared for this style of dumplings and always opted for steamed or potstickers, but their pan fried style changes everything. These hefty mounds of pork filling are literally bursting with piping hot soup and the most satisfying crusted bottom of the dumpling dough. These also have way more soup than any other soup dumpling I've tried. The texture of the wrapper is a cross of a bao bun and bouncy dumpling wrapper, all without being overly thick. These are delicious on their own or with their chili oil crisp. Ordering in the restaurant is easy and done by scanning a QR code. Our order of two types of dumplings and one appetizer came out within ten minutes of placing the order. I believe dumplings are made to order and they have a window to the dumpling making station. read more

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