I love legit Chinese food, not sugary Americanized versions of Chinese cuisine. Their sweet and sour noodle soup is so amazing, I ordered that with lamb and it was PERFECTION. Service is friendly and fast. You order with via a QR code and it's nice to have water nearby / filled up at all times for the spicy level. Ambiance is small and not too noisy, which I also liked. read more

We meant to dine at another restaurant but it was closed on account of Sunday (?), and came across this lil jewel of spiciness. The lamb kebab could have used less cumin but still tasty! Soft pork belly, cucumber salad and fried dumplings yum! I forgot to take pic of last entree before we started eating ;) read more

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Discovered this quaint hole-in-the-wall restaurant while browsing Yelp. As far as Chinese comfort food goes, this spot nails it. The braised beef noodle soup is A1! It's not just authentic. That's the bare minimum in a city like San Diego; it has to taste stellar as well. Strong broth flavor, excellent protein to carb ratio, tender beef cuts, and semi-soft noodle textures. I always love a tasty lamb skewer as well. Ask for extra cumin on the side and thank me later. -1 star because I might've gotten mild food poisoning from the noodles the next morning. My friend that I spent the whole day with notably did not share the noodles with me, and she felt fine. Give me some time to forget it ever happened... I'll be back! read more

I came to Spicy Noodle with some friends on a chilly weekday evening, perfect for hot and spicy soup noodles, and overall the restaurant delivered. The store is simple and clean, with friendly staff. You order on a QR code at your table, and our food arrived quickly. We ordered the appetizer sampler, which came with cucumbers, potato strips, and seaweed. The cucumbers tasted bitter, but the other two were delicious. I got a bowl of the intestine noodle soup, which is an indulgent order for me as I usually do not cook with it myself. The intestine was so soft it almost melted in my mouth, and they themselves were nicely seasoned. However, the soup was a tad too greasy to me, and I would have loved more richness, spice, and flavor, not just oil. It did cling marvelously to the firm, chewy noodles, so those went down a treat. However, the soup was too greasy to sip on, which was a bummer. We ordered the brown sugar rice cakes as a sweet treat after. These tasted hot and freshly fried and were perfectly sweet, covered in a nutty grain powder. I wish the brown sugar was in more of a syrup consistency than a liquid consistency, but the flavor was good regardless. Overall, this is a quick and reasonably priced place for your Chinese noodle fix. I would love to try their rice dishes, as I feel like the oiliness may be better soaked into some rice. read more

Spicy Noodle - Intestine Noodle(with soup) 肥肠面 - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great food! We ordered the big meat noodle soup, braised beef noodle soup, and the chili oil wontons. All were great choices, broth was pretty flavorful and spicy, with the perfect numbing spice from the chili oil wontons. The noodles had a great texture as well. Came on a weekday lunch and was seated promptly, the restaurant also is very clean. read more

Spicy Noodle - Big meat noodle soup, braised beef noodle soup, chili oil wontons - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

This is in a small strip mall across Cheetahs. Parking is always full but they do have street parking on Mercury Rd. Inside the restaurant was small but they were able to seat 8 of us. I ordered the braised noodle soup and it was delicious. We also had the cucumber salad and it was very tasty and refreshing. We, also, had the spicy crispy pork. It was nice and crispy and the salt dip on the side was very good. The place only had one server but she was so graceful in helping everyone and always had a smile. Will definitely come back here again to try other dishes. read more

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You order using their QR code at the table and the food comes out so quick. The beef noodle soup was so good, the beef was tender and they gave the perfect amount of meat with the soup. The soup wasn't as spicy as I would've liked but it still hit the spot. I'll definitely come back next time and try one of their other dishes. read more

Spicy Noodle - Braised beef noodles - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Came on a weekday during lunch and intended to go to a different restaurant in the plaza, but decided not to since it wasn't what it used to be. Felt like trying something new and Chinese sounded good. I loved how clean and cutely decorated it was; very welcoming and bright inside. We scanned the code and picked out a few dishes; I love this system where you can easily place an order on your phone and see pictures of what you're ordering. It makes it so much easier and eliminates any possibility of miscommunication. I do wish some of the items had a bit more description, some just had a name only. I wasn't sure what the difference was between some of the noodle dishes and between some of the dumpling dishes judging by names alone. Service was quick and friendly, and the meat was so tender. We got the braised beef noodle soup, lamb kebabs, and some chili oil dumplings to share between two people. Everything was so flavorful and fresh. Would definitely come back! read more

We got seated right away and the food came out relatively quick! You order from your phone which was a plus for me since I like looking at the pictures of the menu. I thought the food would taste spicer because of the name but it was not spicy to me at all. read more

Spicy Noodle - Braised Beef Noodle (wiht soup spicy)红烧牛肉面 - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

I'm not sure why this place is highly rated. Maybe people ordered the popular dishes or something. I forgot what I ordered cause it was a while ago and on top of the service being mute, it was not that enjoyable. The stone background in the photos is only a small portion of the restaurant and it basically felt fake. If I come back, I'll probably order a spicy dish. read more

Food and service was great! It was a Sunday night and there was only one worker running food, taking orders, getting the bill, and cleaning tables so be patient! If you plan on dining in for a quick meal, expect a wait. The food was delicious, they don't add MSG in their dishes which was different so I was surprised that the food still tasted the same. We got the spicy braised beef noodle soup and spicy crispy pork. Four stars only because it took a while for the food to come out. The restaurant was clean and server was nice despite being the only one working the front. read more

Spicy Noodle - Crispy Spicy pork - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place is a hidden gem in San Diego. The owner of this shop apparently had a restaurant in Flushing New York, moved over for his wife, and opened up a restaurant here. If you can survive opening an Asian restaurant in Flushing, you have just made it onto the top of the food chain in terms of the restaurant business. If I have to describe the food here in three words, it would be: simple, authentic, and tasty. I am not a huge spicy person, but for a lot of the dishes here, you can make it mild (including the beef noodle soup). I personally like their shrimp, pork, and chives dumpling. I can't get enough of that. I've been here twice and both times I had great experiences. The owner is also super friendly and down to earth, very easy to talk to. Parking here is surprisingly not that bad despite being on Convoy. The parking lot is decently sized. I'm guessing most people haven't really heard of this place yet, so it's usually not too crowded. I came here during prime dinner time both times and was able to find parking both times. read more

Spicy Noodle - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Another great time and spicy noodle! Whenever I am craving a spicy beef noodle soup this is my go to place. They service is fast and the noodles are delicious! They are never over cooked and the beef is so tender. It's also the perfect spice level. Love it here! read more

Spicy Noodle - Spicy Braised Beef Noodle - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

The food was so good, I was genuinely surprised. Usually don't enjoy Szechuan but their chili wontons were perfectly spiced and comforting. I want to be wrapped up like a little wonton and told I am loved. Sorry the picture was a second thought to consumption. Cheers & definitely make a stop here. read more

Spicy Noodle - Wonton in chili oil(12pcs) Braised Beef Noodle (wiht soup spicy)红烧牛肉面 - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

My friend and I rolled in on a chilly afternoon and left with tingling lips and zero room for dessert. Here's the play-by-play: 1. Bean Jelly in Chilli Sauce - Cold, slippery mung-bean jelly noodles swimming in crimson Sichuan oil. One bite and your tongue goes "zzzt!" - that perfect ma-la buzz. 2. Lamb Kebabs (4 skewers) - Big, juicy chunks of lamb, lightly charred, cumin-dusted, and mercifully lean. None of that greasy lamb-fat puddle you get at sketchier BBQ spots. 3. Wonton in Chili Oil - 12 plump wontons, thin wrappers, pork & chive filling that explodes when you bite. The oil is bright, garlicky, and just hot enough to make you tear up in happiness. 4. Chongqing Spicy Noodles - A steaming bowl of springy noodles, peppery minced pork, crisp bok choy, and a slick of chili oil that ties it all together. Slurp loudly; it's required. Service was lightning fast, there were plenty of tables and the restaurant was clean and bright. Pro tip: grab extra napkins; your shirt will thank you. read more

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Well deserved 5 stars! We had come to this plaza for another restaurant, but the wait was long and we ended up wandering in here and so glad we did. We got the Szechuan spicy jelly noodles, broccoli on sesame sauce, the spicy cucumber salad, and the special sauce noodle with peas. All of it spectacular. Best cucumber salad in town, hands down. And the best noodles that I've had in years and years. Toothsome and bouncy and super flavorful. We are so glad we discovered this place! Also, super friendly and kind service. read more

Spicy Noodle - Generous Portions and Authentic Flavors in Kearny Mesa Located in a busy plaza in Kearny Mesa, Spicy Noodle is surprisingly quiet during weekday noons and even manageable during weekend lunch hours--on a Sunday visit, about half the tables were still available. The menu focuses on Chongqing-style noodles and offers several combo options. I tried the Special Sauce Noodles with peas, which came with a large portion of noodles but had minimal pork and a rather heavy sauce. The combo includes a noodle dish, one small side, and a drink. I also tried the Braised Beef Noodle Soup, which came with a satisfying portion of lean-cut beef and two small pieces of bok choy. Note that there's an extra charge for adding an egg. For the side dish, I chose the Sichuan Potato, a sweet-and-sour crispy fried potato dish topped with cilantro. While flavorful, it's quite carb-heavy and large in portion -- better shared than eaten alone. Noodle soups are conveniently labeled with spice levels, making it easier to choose based on your heat preference. The staff is friendly and accommodating, and the dining space is decorated with vivid Chongqing-style murals, showcasing elements of Southwestern Chinese culture and landmarks. Free WiFi is available, making it a relaxed place for a quick meal or casual hangout. However, parking can be tight during peak hours in the plaza, so plan accordingly. Overall, Spicy Noodle offers hearty portions, regional authenticity, and a calm dining experience--especially if you're looking for a lesser-crowded Chinese dishes' option in Kearny Mesa. read more

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Love this place! Chili wonton is excellent here There is NO MSG used here if that's important to you. Local Chengdu style food and everything is prepared fresh! read more

Spicy Noodle - Wonton in spicy chili oil - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Not busy at all here. Ordered braised beef noodle soup and a crispy popcorn pork. The noodles tasted doughy and the fried pork was just ok, it tasted very battered with little pork. It included some pepper for it but it seems to be missing some sauce. I used the soy sauce and vinegar on the table to help with the blandness. read more

After looking through a ton of different options, the bf and I decided to give this place a try. We arrived a little after 6:30 and two tables were occupied so we could sit pretty much anywhere. They have a QR code menu from which you can also order from if you are feeling antisocial. Since it was our first time, our server quickly went through the menu with us and answered our questions. We got 3 items: Chongqing Style Spicy Noodle Soup ($12) Chi oil chao shou (6p for $8) Pickled fish fillet ($21.99) that came with glass noodle Plus 2 bowls of rice ($2 ea). Had we realized the fish came with noodles we might have passed on the rice. Good to know for next time! The food came out pretty quickly. The noodle soup wasn't too soupy but it had a gentle kick and was super flavorful with a nice umami balance. The dumplings were nicely cooked and the Szechuan peppercorn came through. The pickled fish fillet had pickled greens, garlic and noodles with white fish and was really tasty. We had considered getting the Szechuan fish with tofu but I'm glad we didn't as I suspect that the dumplings had the same sauce. They have big murals showcasing some of their noodle dishes, which all looked tasty. We will have to come back to give them a try! And trust me, we are coming back but with more people so we can try more things! read more

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Spicy Noodle is a no frills restaurant in one of the strip malls off Convoy across the street from Menya Ultra, Cheetahs (lol), and Daiso. I came here recently on a rainy day with my partner because we wanted something soupy that wasn't pho or ramen. We ordered a spicy potato appetizer, the spicy glass noodles (suanla fen), and the spicy beef noodles. You order and pay using a QR code, which expedites the entire ordering process. The potatoes are lightly fried/stir fried (they aren't quite french fries) seasoned in some kind of Sichuan spice blend and came with a healthy amount of cilantro. I have had this dish at other Sichuan restaurants (namely Sichuan Impression in LA) but have no idea what it is called. It's always delicious. I was looking forward to my glass noodle but was a bit disappointed. In the past my favorite suanla fen has always used glass noodles on the thicker side--closer to udon. These noodles were much more thin and I couldn't appreciate the chew and bounce of each noodle. As a result, I had to slurp up a mouthful of noodles and broth at once, and was overwhelmed by spice and couldn't really enjoy the texture. My partner's beef noodles were much better, IMO, with a generous and tender cut of braised beef, some bok choy, and chewy, wheat noodles. I would come back again to try the rest of the menu, but sadly, I am still on the hunt for the perfect spicy glass noodle soup. read more

Spicy Noodle - Spicy glass noodles (suan la fen) - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

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Spicy Noodle is always consistent, quick, and delicious! I was bummed that the mushrooms weren't available because they're so good but loved everything else I ordered. The restaurant itself is a typical strip mall spot with few frills but tasty quick eats. Great for takeout, delivery or stopping in read more

Spicy Noodle - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

My friend and I came here for an early dinner (5pm on a Sunday on President's Day weekend) and we were the only ones in the restaurant the entire time we were there. We ordered the hot and sour glass noodles and some other spicy dry noodles to share. The food was really spicy and flavorful, but we were both so freakin' thirsty after we left! I also had a massive headache, which was a telling sign that they used lots of MSG in their food preparation. I ordered the chili wontons for my daughter to go. She enjoyed the wontons, but agreed they left her feeling really thirsty. If you enjoy the Shanghai mala mouth-numbing chili and don't have a reaction to MSG, then this restaurant is an ideal choice for you. The restaurant is really clean and service is very friendly. There is also a large parking lot with plenty of spaces. read more

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It was our first time here. My colleague and I were craving for Chinese food so I looked it up on Yelp, and this was one of the restaurants that had good ratings so we came here to eat after work. The place is pretty small, but we came when it wasn't crowded. We ordered 3 different dishes. They were all delish! We would definitely come back and try other dishes next time. We highly recommend! Thank you! read more

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Delicious!!! Tried it for the first time and loved it! A great spot The prices are also great! read more

Spicy Noodle - Wonton in chili oil(12pcs) fried buns 4 pcs（生煎包 ） - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

I love coming to Spicy Noodle at Claremont. It has been my friends and I go to place for a while. Love their customer service as everyone is so nice and welcoming. The vibe of the place is so relaxing and warm. Their Braised Beef Noodle is so good, I would definitely recommend it. And their portion sizes are very good as well. Looking forwards to my next visit! kk bye ! read more

Spicy Noodle - Braised Beef Noodle - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

TL;DR good spot with some amazing items (e.g. intestine spicy noodles) albeit slightly lacking in depth of soup flavor but worthy of a late-night meal Spicy Noodle is a good spot with a small selection of noodle dishes with some accompanying side dishes like lamb skewers and other from the Chengdu region of China. Most of the staff here spoke fluent Mandarin and you have an ordering system similar to what you'd find in prototypical Chinese establishments. That shouldn't deter you, this place is a good spot to satisfy a noodle craving Here's where I'll be a little bit more critical. The meal itself was decently priced around $17 for a single person ordering one item after taxes/tip. The food wasn't spicy imo and barely broke a sweat albeit I do enjoy spice so this could also be an individual scenario. The broth was also somewhat lacking in depth of flavor. It could have been that the intestines soaked up most of the flavor as the intestines were much more flavor-packed, however, I enjoy a richer broth and this was slightly stronger than the seasoning you might get with some spicy noodle packet All that is to say, it wasn't the most impressive place but the intestines noodle dish was above satisfactory simply because it's a hard dish especially cleaning the intestines from having a gritty texture. I commend them for this alone, everything else are nitpicks for me but would definitely consider returning as they had some other dishes that caught my eye like their spicy beef noodle dish read more

Spicy Noodle - intestine noodles - Chinese Near Me - San Diego, California

Ordered Chongqing noodles, Wan Zha Mian, Sichuan cold noodles, spicy chicken, and crispy pork. Packaging was great, and noodles stayed fresh. Our favorite was the Wan Zha Mian--chewy with flavorful peas. Chongqing noodles were classic, and the cold noodles were sweet (too sweet for me). Spicy chicken was tender, but the crispy pork was too hard. Portions were big and prices reasonable! read more

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Honestly kind of an odd place. The food was good but didn't knock my socks off and the environment was a bit strange. There are a lot of solo diners although I'll take them over the guy who comes in and starts watching shows on his phone at full volume. Points that he was NOT an employee, he was just an idiot who wanted to eat noodles. My daughter had the dumplings which smacked of non-home made-ness and I had the noodles which were really not very spicy. They were good and I may even go back but they were just not impressive if that is your only thing. read more

Once named Sunny Noodle, now called Spicy Noodle, no clue why but we were told they just changed their name. It's a small noodle shop with all tables that seat 4 people. You order and pay by scanning a QR code. Food is comes out fast. Service was fast. We ordered several items to share. The lamb kebab (4 skewers), crispy spicy pork, spicy seaweed, fat intestine rice, braised beef noodles, and a chongqing spicy noodle soup. My favorites were the lamb skewers and the chongqing spicy noodle. Many of the dishes were overly salty, especially the braised beef noodles and lamb kebab skewers. The dishes weren't as spicy as I was expecting so good for some and not for others but there is chili oil on the side you can add to your dish. This place was just ok for us. Takeout comes with a nice reusable bag. read more

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Spicy Noodle is the new name for the former Sunny Noodle at the Mercury Village Shopping Center in Kearny Mesa. I am uncertain if there was an ownership change, or if it was simply a rebranding of the business. The interior did have a little bit more Chinese character decor than its predecessor. Ordering was the same as before by scanning a QR code available at each table and then making your selections online for the kitchen to process. There was a small menu board in front of the service counter that listed a few of the featured/special items. I picked the Chicken Corn Dumplings and Big Meat Noodle with an extra portion of noodles (+$2) for my meal. There were ten steamed dumplings in the order. They arrived at my table well after the noodle soup had already been served. The size and texture of the dumplings were average. The Big Meat Noodle was served in a large soup bowl. Three pieces of braised beef along with baby bok choy were the other contents besides the thin noodles. The broth was deep and rich without any spiciness which was what I preferred. The meat was tender and quite fatty. I wished the online menu provided more of a complete description of each item so a customer could be more educated before they order. Also, you cannot pay online and must ask for a bill from the staff to check out. I rated my Spicy Noodle experience between three and four stars because the price and quality of the food were similar to the prior noodle shop which I gave a similar rating. read more

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I've been hopeful to find an authentic Chinese restaurant after a couple I liked closed. I've been going once or twice a week and have really enjoyed the food. I love the Chonqing noodles, the spicy cucumber salad, the fried pumpkin cakes and the fried dry pork served with a beautiful spice blend. Recently, the owners added orange chicken for those who are used to Americanized Chinese food. If you're not used to spicy foods, they will make anything they can without spiciness, but the spiciness is definitely something to be enjoyed if possible. I strongly encourage you to try it. I hope others love it as much as I do. read more

Tried a new dish today. The mouth watering chicken was flavorful, spicy, and tender. The service is exceptional as always. Always warm and inviting and you'll always feel well taken care of when you dine here. read more

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Small place 9 tables (4 seats per table) Not recommend large parties Parking available Friendly staff that helps you order Women owned Mom and pop shop Hand pulled noodle Order with your phone (QR code) Al dente noodles Spicy foods Chinese food (Sichuan China) Flavorful read more

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Great flavors and prices! The restaurant seems to be newly opened and has nice and fresh decor. There are plenty of tables for groups. We had the lamb kebab, Chong Qing noodle, and pork/mushroom noodle soup. All the dishes were flavorful and delicious. The Chong Qing noodle and lamb kebab have a numbing spicy (maybe Mala) flavor. Very delicious but not for the people who can't handle spice. The Chong Qing noodle had nice hand made noodles that were delicious and plentiful. I would highly highly recommend the pork and mushroom noodle soup though as it was my favorite and the broth was very rich! The dishes are great on a rainy/cloudy day and just in the winter. All the portions and prices were very good. I will definitely be coming back! read more

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Great customer service! Order on your phone and it'll come out within minutes! I ordered the spare ribs noodles!! It was so good and tender!! The dumplings were delicious too!! I would definitely be coming back for more of their food!' I've been waiting for a nice noodle shop with affordable prices!!! Parking is abundant!! Highly recommend visiting this place! read more

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Really great noodles! Be ware they will ruin you for noodles at other places. The Q on the noodles is so perfect and the sauces, ingredients and flavors are on point. If you want a cozy beef noodle soup and some dry zha jiang mien this is the place to go. read more

We've been here many times and the food is consistently excellent. It's one of the best Chinese restaurants in San Diego, in my opinion. I honestly don't understand why this place isn't crowded. I probably haven't written a review in a decade but this place deserves five stars and more customers. read more

Great hole in the wall spot! Went for lunch and the food and service were excellent! Can't wait to go back and try something different!! Highly recommended!! read more

This place has a variety of noodle dishes. I went with my family and we tried a few different variations. I love the beef stew soup noodles. It had a mild spice level and flavor was great. My husband enjoyed the spicy Chong ching dry noodles, and my kids liked the dry noodles with the peas (chickpeas) and ground meat. Pan fried buns and spicy cucumber salad are good too. Service was great. read more