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Really great service but wow things have changed since we last came here. We ordered the lamb cumin dish- but there was little to no protein in this dish! Small teeny piece of lamb- I'm talking about less than a crouton size - for a dish that's almost $20, I think they can be more fair and generous with the lamb portions of this meal. The spicy beef sauce w/ noodle was soooo spicy and the depth of flavor wasn't really there. My partner ordered this and it was way too spicy for him, and I thought it was overly spicy also. I ate this as leftovers the next day and it really upset my stomach from lunch into the evening. Won't be ordering this again. Your mileage may vary- some people really love this place but I think I'll opt for other noodle places instead
Found a hidden gem in Alameda for some authentic hand pulled noodles. The place is small with limited seating. The service was very quick. The staff was friendly. I got the spicy lamb cumin hand pulled noodles. There weren't really much meat in it, and the noodles were a little bit on a thicker side however, the flavor was great. If you like mala flavor, the spicy beef would be a good choice. The cucumber salad was very tasty. I definitely wanna come back to try their burgers.
Finally went to Wild Ginger! It took me a while because I was worried that it would be beyond my spice tolerance but I thought I should try and find out. Long story short, the food was so delicious! We got two items that seemed a bit less spicy, but overall it had the tingling spice and heat. We started with the cold noodle and then ended with the Dan Dan noodles and loved it all. We got lots of water, frequent check-ins with the staff, and it's a cozy but small space, so if you see a spot come on in! Will certainly be back!
Never any complains when dining at Wild Ginger. Service is incredibly friendly, kind, and efficient. The food is delicious and the ambiance is cozy. I've returned frequently for lunch/dinner and never have any issues.
I was craving hand pulled noodles and I heard this spot was popular for it so why not try it out. I ordered the M3 beef combo Malatang (Medium) spicy, they also gave me a free side dish on the house which was really nice of them. The hand pulled noodles were soo stretchy and chewy. The dish itself was very well balanced along with the spice. The side dish that they gave me was cool and refreshing. It complimented the noodle dish really well. Definitely recommend checking this spot out if you're into hand pulled noodles. Try it out if you like. :)
Been here several times! It will not disappoint!!! The pulled noodles and dumplings are my go to! The chile oil is sooooo good and they sell it in a jar to take home! We came for lunch and dined inside. It's a small little space that feels very cozy and we got the tiger salad with the pork dumplings and the lamb slider. It came with one, but these sliders are huge and well worth it. Located right off of Park Street where you can walk off your food in the neighborhood by visiting nearby shops. There is no parking lot but street parking in the neighborhood is available. The restaurant I believe is family owned and very friendly and helpful!
Visited this spot after a hike, and it was just what we needed! Refreshing appetizers and carbs. We shared the Spicy Cucumber Salad and the Spicy & Sour Pork Dumplings in Sauce as starters. The cucumbers were my favorite--refreshing and nicely pickled (sweet and tangy). The sauce in the cucumber salad had a lot of chili oil and peppers though, so warning to those with sensitive tummies. The dumplings were good, but the Cucumber Salad stood out more. For the main dish, I had the Spicy & Tingly Beef Soup. The beef was very flavorful, and the noodles were thick. However, the broth was a bit on the lighter side, balances out the beef. It would have been nice to have extra condiments available to adjust the flavor to taste. This is a good spot for your spicy cravings. Parking is a bit packed but not impossible- you might need to park a bit further and walk over to the area.
Small little shop located on Park St. Inside, there's a few tables so there might be a wait if it's busy. Service is very fast and food came out quickly. We ordered the pork dumplings and it was delicious! Loved the sauce it came in and the dumpling were good size. We also got the spicy tingly beef in sauce noodles and they were delicious. Noodles were bouncy and had a good bite to them. The beef was tender and good. The sauce itself was spicy and tingly but not too crazy in my opinion. Perfect level of heat and tingly. Overall, the menu is great and love that you can get soup or sauce. The dumplings are solid as well. Service was good and fast. Will be back!
Came here after an outing in Alameda since I was craving noodles. I found this small local restaurant that sold malatang and biang biang noodles. The noodles were made well however I wish it had more taste. It was bit bland in my opinion, I also got the cumin lamb but felt like there wasnt much lamb in it. It was a pretty average spot. I probably would not be back since there are other places that does have the similiar type of noodles with more flavor. Service was good though very attentive and quick.
I was craving some spicy dumplings and decided to give Wild Ginger a shot. The place is small, but I went on a not so busy random weekday for lunch so there were tables available to sit at. I ordered the Lamb Burger and the Pork Dumplings in Spicy sauce and to my pleasant surprise - also received a most delicious complimentary cold noodle dish. The dumplings were good. I am biased in my review because the flavor wasn't exactly what I was craving for, but overall the dumpling was decent. Not as spicy as it sounds at all. The lamb burger was a bit too dry for my taste. I added the sauce from the pork dumplings to the burger to try to give it a bit more moisture. It was just eh. On the contrary, the complimentary noodles were extremely well done. It had a pickled taste to it and was absolutely perfect to have on hot day. It cooled me down and I felt like my electrolytes were getting a recharged.
Finally had the opportunity to try Wild Ginger while in Alameda and it did not disappoint. I've heard so many great things about this spot from reviews to word-of-mouth. Also, Park St. in Alameda is just so charming..a win/win all around. Yes the reviews are correct ~ you can hear the slaps in the kitchen of hand-pulled noodles being prepared fresh. On the menu you can find cold noodle dishes, and hand-pulled noodles used for dishes in sauce with protein or in a warm soup with protein/veggies. There are also ramen noodle dishes, dumpling dishes in sauce or soup, and delicious street food like the pork or lamb burgers. Service is quick, pricing is extremely fair, and this is the type of heart happy spot supporting small business/super cool hole-in-the-wall IYKYK moment. The stewed pork burger (similar to a meat pocket) was so flavorful and juicy, with a crunch of veggie, I could have ordered a few more if it wasn't a quick pit-stop for lunch. Delicious. Our party ordered a cold noodle dish and warm soup, both so different, but comforting and enjoyed. Also, the pork dumplings in the spicy & sour sauce are super yummy. I noticed they also sell homemade spicy sauce for purchase. Looking forward to returning next time I'm craving the noods. Metered parking can be found along Park Street and the corresponding side streets.
We were in the area looking for a lunch spot and stumbled upon Wild Ginger. I love biang biang noodles, and theirs looked really good, so I decided to give them a try. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed. The noodles were too doughy and slightly soggy, and they did not have the chewy bounce and texture I was hoping for. The sauce was just okay as well and did not stand out much. The ambience was pretty standard, but the staff were friendly and even gave us a complimentary appetizer, which was appreciated. Overall, it was okay but I'm not sure I'd revisit.
The lady thats taking orders is rude and is very disrespectful, she slammed the menu on the table, she yelled at my face.
I love all types of noodles and the first time trying hand pulled noodles was while I was in the East Coast. I've been on the hunt since! I didn't think the East Bay would have a spot and when I found out there is one, I had to try. Placing an order for pick up was super easy. The entrance is blocked off, but all communication and pick up is done at the doorway. My order was already bagged up, with the receipt and my name taped on it. Quick grab and go. I ordered the spicy and tingly beef - one in soup and one in sauce, and pork dumplings. The noodles had a nice texture and was chewy. The broth was good, but needs a bit of improvement. I was expecting a spicier flavor. I ate the dumplings when it was no longer hot and they were ok. Might have tasted better when they were hot. But the sauce was pretty good. I will come back to try the other items! read more
5 years ago
My family was feeling for some soup noodles today, so we decided to come back to Wild Ginger. We placed our order right around 12 PM and selected to pick up ASAP. The estimated time for our food to be ready was 20 mins. This worked out perfectly because that's about the time it takes for us to get there. Right now, Wild Ginger is doing pick-ups and deliveries only. Their front entrance is blocked out by tables, so no customers are allowed beyond the entrance. Simple and effective way to keep both their workers safe and customers safe! They do offer hand sanitizers at the table if needed. Note: Only street parking is available, so make sure to allow some time to look for parking. The couple times I been here, it doesn't take that long to find parking, but you may need to circle the area a couple times. By the time I got there, our order was already at the tables ready for pick up. It was a quick visit. Just a quick 'hello' to the workers there, and I was able to confirm my order very quickly since they attach the receipt and name to our order. I also like how because our order was big, they placed it in a box so that it's easy to carry. We had a total of four orders, including mine. Our order came with a free bowl of spicy cold noodles too, which was really nice of them! The spicy cold noodles was a large enough portion to be an actual meal. They clearly labeled all the orders so there was no mix up between our four orders. For myself, I ordered M2, the Fish Combo Malatang. I opted for mild spice and that was plenty spicy for me. Portion size was generous! There was a nice mix of ingredients. My Fish Combo Malatang comes with rice cakes, black fungus, seaweed knots, potatoes, bean curd skin, tofu slices, cabbage, lotus roots, a bit of cilantro, and of course fish slices! The rice cakes was chewy. The seaweed knots and black fungus provides a soft crunch amongst all the softer ingredients. I love lotus root and bean curd skin, so I wish they had more of those and less of the other ingredients, but all in all, it was a great meal. Also, about their free spicy noodles! This was really yum as well. It's free, so you can't ask them to adjust the spice, but it's a tolerable spice level for me. Their noodles were just a tad bit translucent, and slightly chewy. The noodles came mixed with bean sprouts, cucumbers, and some sponge-y tofu. The tofu bits were good! They soak up the spicy sauce that pooled at the bottom. My family enjoyed their dishes as well. All in all, a really enjoyable meal. Definitely coming back for more in the future! read more
We tried this place for the first time and it did not disappoint. I was a bit hesitant in trying this place as I'm not a huge fan of spicy food. I ordered the mild option of the combo beef hand pulled noodle soup. The spicy level was perfect for me, just enough spiciness to still enjoy the flavor of the dish. As always we ordered too much food but we wanted to try some of their dumplings. I really like the spinach dumplings. They were very flavorful. Another great find that we will be coming back to. read more
I'm always in the mood for noods, especially if they're hand-pulled and freshly made. *Bonus points if you can hear the sound of them being slapped on the kitchen counter. I came across Wild Ginger on one of GrubwithMike's posts and had to come see what it do, iykyk. The restaurant is a small family owned establishment with brick walls and a cozy feel. Indoor seating can be a little limited; our party of 6 felt a little crammed by the window table, however there's also outdoor seating available. To order, you fill out a menu with a marker. We got the dumplings as a starter and it was hands down some of the best dumplings I've ever tried. We ended up ordering another round of the pork dumplings because it was that tasty! I got the M3 beef combo malatang which had so much flavor and came with generous amounts of meat and toppings. The medium spice level was just right and provided the perfect amount of heat and ~numbing tingliness~ for my preference. Cannot forget to mention the incredible springy and chewy texture of the noodle. The service was prompt and attentive, our waitress was very friendly and our food arrived in a timely manner. Overall was very satisfied with my meal - 10/10 would recommend!! read more
3 years ago
The food here was so delicious. At first glance the food looks pricey but it's definitely worth the amount of food and how good it was. My favorite were the pork dumplings but the tingly beef soup was also great. My partner got the mild lamb malatang and the lamb was flavorful without having an overpowering lamb taste (I preferred my broth and he preferred his). The thick noodles were so chewy paired perfectly with the flavorful broth We can't wait to go back read more
3 years ago
Came here for the fresh pulled noodles and they did not disappoint. The food was really good! I got the spicy pork hand pulled noodles with sauce and it wasn't too spicy at all! The noodles are thick, soft, and chewy! For apps, I got the pork dumpling in sauce and that was good too. The vinegar in the sauce was a nice twist. My partner got the fresh hand pulled beef noodle soup and he said it was good. He got mild and said it had a kick but wasn't too spicy. The broth was mild in flavor nothing crazy but made for the perfect hangover soup! The service was good, we were seated right away for being there on the weekday and it was fairly reasonable wait time for the food. The ambiance is a bit cleaner than your traditional Chinese restaurants that I go to in Chinatown. read more
3 years ago
I was excited to try this place after seeing the reviews. My experience was mixed. We went for the hand pulled noodles, which were pretty good because they were hand pulled, but they were also the size of my hand, making it challenging to eat. So it didn't feel like I was eating noodles, but more like one large hand pulled dough. Other than that, I enjoyed the pork zha jiang noodles - good flavors and portion. The dumplings were great as well. I was excited to see malatang on the menu and was highly disappointed as there was no evidence of "mala". Medium spicy was not spicy at all, and upon request to add more spice (which I was told by the waiter they could do if it wasn't spicy enough) I was given chili in oil which did not make it taste better. This is definitely not malatang. I decided to bring it home and make my own malatang out of it. I asked the waiter to pack it to go for me because I was afraid of making a mess with the large amount of soup and many left over ingredients. I also noticed that the container looked undersized. It took a really long time for him to bring it back considering that it wasn't busy at all, but he finally did and bid me farewell. Before I left, I asked if he had to remove some of the malatang for it to fit in the container and he replied yes. That ended my experience on a really sour note. The right thing for them to do would have been to either pack the food into two containers or at least be honest and upfront about having to remove some soup or whatever needed to be removed for it to fit into their container. read more
1 year ago
Went for the first time today and it was our first time having hand made pulled noodles. It was some of the best food we've ever had. Everyone was so incredibly kind and it was pretty empty probably due to the holiday. They even gave us a dish on the house to try, the cold noodles which were amazing. On top of that we had the spicy cucumber salad, lamb dumplings, and lamb noodles. We loved it all. We cannot wait to come back again read more
This is my second time trying Wild Ginger. My husband wanted to try an authentic Szechuan noodle place. If you are looking for Chinese hand pulled noodles, there is no better place to go. They make them in house with fresh dough! For starters the waiter brought us cold noodles on the house! They hand a nice tangy and sour note to them. They also had a fun little cube shaped spongy vegetable or tofu (not sure what it was), but it was a welcomed texture. We also ordered a Spicy Cumin Lamb Soup and a vegetable Dan Dan noodle. If you are feeling ultra adventurous and new to the hand pulled noodle experience, you can't go wrong with any of the noodle soups. If you are on the lower side of the adventure scale and still want to try something new, I highly recommend the Dan Dan noodles. They are not super soupy and a great balance for the experience. The Dan Dan noodles had a very similar flavor profile to the cold noodles and weren't as spicy as o would have liked. However, I was able to adjust the spice level with their house special chilli oil. When I asked my husband to find a few words to describe the spicy cumin lamb soup he said, "spicy, good flavor, thick and chewy noodles." Overall great experience! read more
6 years ago
Food: 9/10 Service: N/A (takeout during COVID) Value: 9/10 Portion size: medium I have to admit my first impression of a good Asian restaurant on park Street wasn't my first thought. However I wanted to support a small business so I gave it a try since I pass by it a lot. I was greatly impressed! These hand pulled noodles are delicious and have a wonderful spicy flavor. The noodles are a bit thick for me but the fact that they are hand made and hand pulled makes it authentic and exciting for me! I got the M3. Beef compo malatang and my hubby got the H3. However when we got everything at home everything was labeled M3 and we weren't sure which soup went with what but it was all delicious! We also got the spicy pork dumplings in sauce which were very unique and had a delicious flavor. I believe I tasted some peanut and sesame in there. But either way you can't go wrong here. Next I would like to try to biang biang noodles! read more
2 years ago
I ate here in 2019 and it was amazing, there was an explosion of favors in the Cumin Lamb in Sauce. I figured I'd revisit this place and relive that experience. Everything else was great, the texture, the looks, the spice, but it was lacking significantly in the flavor department. The flavor was more like a hint of lamb and cumin mixed with water and spice. It felt like a hollow dish. Service was friendly and ambiance was alright as well. I really wanted to like this place but there are better places. read more
6 years ago
We came here for lunch today and bought three dishes of the pork sauce with hand pulled noodles. Even though we made the mistake of not telling them that we wanted three of the same dishes, they told us to wait only two minutes and made two more dishes for us. The owner was very accommodating. The hand pulled noodles were fresh, chewy and soft. The bean sprouts and cucumbers were refreshing. The pork sauce was a bit salty but tasty. My partner loved his dish. It was very filling. I think one dish is enough for two small meals. Definitely will come back for more noodle dishes. read more
Finally checked out this biang biang noodles (aka hand pulled noodles) spot in Alameda!! Some items we tried: - pork zha Jiang with hand pulled noodles: super flavorful pork sauce. Chewy noodles. Refreshing cucumber bits. This one was our favorite! The noodles clumped together a bit but it was still tasty. - spicy beef noodle soup (also with hand pulled noodles): pretty good but not as good as the pork zha jiang. My spice tolerance isn't too great but the spice level was doable for me. I enjoyed the kick. Decent amount of cooked beef slices. Noodles and broth packaged separately. Wrapped in plastic bags so no spill! - Liang pi: the owner was nice enough to throw this in for free (thank you!). This dish is a cold noodles dish, might be better for the summer. The noodles has a different texture (softer and not chewy like the hand pulled noodles), topped with tofu and some veggies. All the sauces are packaged on the side so you can decide how much to put in. Not the best liang pi I've had but it wasn't bad. We called in our order and paid at pick up. It was ready in 10mins, speedy! Street parking only. read more
4 years ago
Ah-mazing!!! Don't walk run. Hidden gem in Alameda. Meets all your braised protein noodle soups, dumplings, and fresh noodle needs. I loved all of it, the only think I'd change is maybe some more flavor to the malatang noodle soup, the broth was a bit bland. Spicy cucumbers weren't too spicy, but still fresh & delicious. The pork share jiang noodles were delicious! Great flavor. Pork dumplings, again amazing flavor. And the Liang pi noodles they gave on the house and it had a nice slightly tangy flavor which was a nice and different taste from the others. It wasn't chilled cold, which was fine with me. Ok, go to Wild Ginger! It can be a little loud with the smacking of the noodles in the cooking area, but we'll worth it haha read more
these mega hand-pulled noodles + chewy dumplings hit the spot on a rainy day! the food was super fresh and came really fast. I loved how fragrant everything was, from the chili oil to cilantro to the actual broth itself. like some other reviews mention, my friends & I were a bit thrown off that there were no prices on the menu; it ended up being reasonably priced but definitely wish it was more transparent. street parking nearby was easy and there are some other great food & drinks spots nearby! read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
4.5 stars for sure! The pork dumplings were super delicious! As well as the spicy lamb noodle soup. Tender and yummy Definitely a new favorite foodie spot for us They gave me a bonus app plate just because read more
3 years ago
SO GOOD. Veggie malatang w/ biangbiang noodle: Delicious broth with just the right amount of mala heat. Lots of tasty veggies. The noodles are perfectly chewy and soak up the flavor of the broth well. My one complaint is that the soup contains just one long noodle, but since the noodle is the highlight of the dish, it could definitely use one more! Pork dumpling in sauce: Perfectly seasoned and just the right texture. Need to try these in soup next time. Pork roujiamo (stewed pork slider): The pulled pork reminds me of a very juicy carnitas taco. This is delicious, filling, and bursting with flavor. read more
This has got to the best noodle/fresh pulled-noodle spot in Alameda. Here is what we ordered for 3 people: - Spicy Cucumber Salad - Spicy Cumin Lamb Noodles in Soup - Pork Dumpling in Sauce - Liang Pi (on the house??? I heard they do this sometimes, so nice) - Lamb Dumpling in Soup - Pork Zha Jiang in Sauce Food: - Quality: 4.5/5 - Presentation: 4.5/5 - Tasty/Flavors: 5/5 - Portion: 4.5/5 Other: - Price: $$ (reasonable and fair for what you are paying for) - Customer Service: 5/5 - Seating: Indoor and Outdoor - Parking: Street Parking (can be difficult to find parking when peak lunch/dinner hours. Restaurant is located on the Main Street) See you back next week! read more
I LOVE COLD NOODLES. I'm devouring my leftovers as I type this as I want to reenact my initial experience when I first had Wild Ginger (eating in the car during a pandemic as a form of "eating out" lol) A few years ago, I went to New York (this relates to the review, I swear!) and I went to the ever-so-popular Xi'An Famous Foods for their liang pi cold skin noodles and ever since then, I have been on the hunt to find a place that best replicates that dish! I am yearning for a trip to China to experience the real deal, but getting an authentic meal in the states will have to do! I have been Googling "hand-pulled noodles" forever and finally came across a place that was nearby and looked spot on to what I had in NY! (If there are other Xi'An style restaurants, my fellow Yelpers - please put me on game! Anywhere from the Bay to LA, I would hella appreciate it and love you forever :) thanks in advance!) My niece got the build-your-own M3 (beef) with udon and fish cake. She said it was delicious and a good spice (went with "extra spicy" level) there is definitely a bit of chili oil in there, so beware of how greasy this meal will be! I got the cold noodles (L1) and the flavor was all there! It is almost as good as the ones I had in NY - it was just missing the ginger aspect? I was a bit disappointed that the name of the place was called Wild Ginger and we weren't served ginger. (Maybe I had to ask? Idk.) The hand-pulled noodles (H1) were enough to serve two people (especially if you're sharing other items) the noodles are doughy with a slight chew and packed full of flavor (aka chili oil.) I'm looking forward to trying the spinach dumplings next time. I love cumin lamb, but will opt for the tingly beef biang-biang noodles next time, just so I can try more items on the menu. See yall next time (hopefully real soon!) xo read more
This is the place to go if you are craving a steamy bowl of Mala (spice level customizable) hand pulled noodle soup. I dined in on a crisp winter evening and inhaled my bowl of Mala lamb noodle soup in record time (customizable soup base, fixings, and type of noodle). The noodles were amazing and as my friend described: "like an infinity scarf" of perfectly chewy fresh noodles; the portion size was generous as well. The soup paired well with a side of fresh marinated cucumbers. I look forward to trying other items on the menu including their assortment of dumplings! The ambience is casual. While the shop itself is a modest space, we dined comfortably. The service was wonderful -- staff were attentive. I noticed several take out orders as well, which is not a surprise given how tasty my meal was! read more
2 years ago
The spicy cumin lamb was yummy. I thought the lettuce was a strange touch to it but regardless, added a good crunch. Broth wasn't super rich in flavor but enough to enjoy and taste. The Malatang soup was flavorless. All the noodle you see in the photo is all there is which is kind of disappointing. There are a ton of other stuff buried under the noodle which probably attributed to the mild flavor. Nonetheless, wish it was a better balance, had more noodles and meat. While I understand it was supposed to be a variety, the potato addition was strange, it wasn't well flavored either. I'd stick to trying other items on the menu. read more
Ambience 4/5 Food 5/5 Customer service 4/5 We came on a Saturday in the afternoon and there were tables available so we didn't have to wait to be seated. The seats were fairly close to each other and we got a small table so we had to be a little conscious to not knock anything over. As for parking, we only saw street parking. The server was prompt and the food came out within a decent time frame. We got: - Spicy cucumber salad - Hand pulled noodles spicy cumin lamb in sauce - Fish malatang The mild spicy wasn't bad. We could definitely taste the pepper and it gradually increases with every bite, but we were able to still enjoy the dish. The noodles were thick, chewy, and dense in both items. I personally enjoyed the spicy cumin lamb in sauce more because I'm not a fan of malatang soups. As for the cucumber salad, its a nice light snack to try out. If you don't get it, you're not really missing out but if you have a teeny extra to spend and a little room in your stomach, give it a go. By the end of the meal, we had at least one whole dish left over to take home if we combined them. It was very filling for us. Based on the price point, I'd definitely recommend to give this place a try if you're nearby and in the mood for hand pulled noodles. read more
4 years ago
Such a hidden gem of Alameda!! This is my third time coming here and the food is so delicious! I came here 3/18 for dinner and the service was amazing. The girl and guy in the front that ordering our food were so sweet. I loved how they were closing and we didn't feel rushed to leave. I had gotten the pork dumpling in spicy sauce, the beef Malatang, numbing crawfish and the cucumber salad. The dumpling were so tasty and loved the spicy vinegar sauce. The numbing crawfish wasn't as fresh but the sauce was so delicious. I would definitely get it again just for the sauce. The biang biang hand pulled noodles was the star of the show. It was chewy and the Malatang soup was so flavorful. Even the beef was perfectly cooked tender. The food here is consistently good and I'm definitely a returning customer! read more
4 years ago
2 years ago
Favorite place to eat in Alameda, food is always phenomenal. Super fresh & tons of flavor. Try the Liang Pi! read more
I'm always on the lookout for good noodles, especially hand pulled biang biang noodles. Wild Ginger does not disappoint. We arrived at Wild Ginger at around noon and got the last table available. There's a steady steam of people dining in throughout the time I was there. My party and I shared the spicy cumin lamb sauce with biang biang noodles and I got the fish combo Malatang. The biang biang noodles were delicious - nice, thick cut, and chewy! The lamb was very tender and the spicy cumin was a perfect combination. It has the right amount of kick. The fish combo malatang was also delicious - portion size was quite generous and the flaky fish was definitely the star. I got mild spice and it was a tad too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed the meal! We also tried the pork dumpling in soup, which was not bad. My only critique is that there wasn't enough filling in the dumpling. However, the sauce was on point. Overall, it was a great meal. We were full and satisfied! Just a word of advice - street parking only! read more
I paid a $6 toll just to come eat at this place on my birthday last week! I called in from work just to drive up all the way up to Alameda to try this place! That should say something about how good the reviews and photos looked for me to make the effort to come here. I really wanted to try their Cumin Lamb Noodle and it was pretty good! I've only had cumin lamb noodle in NYC at Xian Famous foods but this place is quite comparable, albeit not exactly the same. I have been searching for cumin lamb noodles for a while and this place didn't disappoint! However, I do wish they gave a little bit more lamb meat on top. We also got the Lamb Dumplings in Sauce and I would have to say those were my absolute fav out of all the things we ordered! It was very flavorful, juicy, and perfect! I would definitely order this again for sure. The Spicy and Tingly Beef in Sauce was surprisingly really good. Usually with Sichuan pepper corn it can be a little overwhelming and really make your mouth numb-- but this place adds the right amount where it's enjoyable! Spicy Cucumber Salad was also delicious and always a good compliment to have a refreshing crunch and sourness to balance out the oil. The owner gave us Liang Pi on the house and I was very very excited about it! It was one of the things that made my birthday a little extra excitement! It was really good and I wasn't sure what the clear container was but it smelled very aromatic and I put the whole thing on the liang pi. It was my first time trying liang pi and it's definitely a good dish to have in the summer time too! Overall, I would definitely come again and it was sooo much food for two people. I'm happy about the portion sizes since I got to eat the leftovers for lunch the next day! read more
Absolutely delicious hand pulled noodles in Alameda. I've had this placed bookmarked for ages. The restaurant front is quite small, just enough space for a few tables. We came in on a Sunday afternoon and it was rather quiet. The owner gave some wonderful recommendations and these are a few: Order: -Spicy Cucumber Salad: Had a slight kick, but very crisp, and refreshing -Pork Zha Jiang Noodle & Stir Fried Liang Pi- Both very good and highly recommend. We ended up reording another one! You can hear the noodles smacking on the counter in the kitchen which ensured that it had a wonderful bounce and chewiness. -Stewed Pork Burger: It was okay, just a little bit messy to eat. It needed more flavor perhaps with a sauce from the noodles -Pork dumplings: Delicious. The skin was thin and yet still had a chew to it. It had some nice hot oil surrounding it. Overall a solid place for handmade noodles. We really enjoyed the attentiveness of the owner and food. read more
4 years ago
This small place has great service, mighty food! We drove up here for the day and found this spot from a TikTok recommendation. We tried a little of everything and all of it was just delicious read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Hand pulled noodles are delicious here. Absolutely yummy. So much flavor in the broth and the spice adds a nice added layer of depth to the flavor. The inside is very cute and cozy. Hole in the wall vibes but seating can get hard if it's busy. Definitely worth the wait however. read more
1 year ago
Delicious! The place is pretty small, and it's around the park st area so it's surrounded by a lot of diff shops and places too. There's no parking lot just street parking but it's not too hard to find. They gave free hand pulled noodle as an appetizer which was really good :) the servers were really kind and attentive as well Cumin lamb in soup 4.5/5: pretty good! The cumin flavor def came through, and the noodle was sooo good. They have an option to make it spicy or not spicy, so this review is for the non spicy version. I think with the cumin flavor it would've been better as a dry noodle. Spicy and sour pork dumpling 4/5: it was good but it wasn't really spicy. It was pretty standard and I feel like you could get this anywhere tbh. Good to share though Def would go again! read more
4 years ago
On bustling Park St, parking here on the weekends can be challenging, but we had luck in the neighborhood streets. We were seated in the outdoor parklet and ordered using the tablet. We had the jajiangmien, dan dan noodles, mala biang biang noodle with lamb, beef soup noodle, stewed pork hand pull noodle, and pork dumplings in soup. The biang biang noodle is the specialty here and it did not disappoint. The wide noodles made for a hearty meal, and the mala entree came with so many ingredients including knotted seaweed, spam, straw mushrooms that made the price worthwhile. We were comped with the cold noodle (liang pi), and the cool wide noodle with the light spicy flavor was refreshing and it made a great appetizer. read more
Cold rain weather this is the place to go! The tingling beef soup with hand pulled noodles is amazing!!!! Mala numbing spicy broth that's clean, beef is tender and flavorful, noodles are bouncy. Pork dumplings in spicy sauce wish we had put in 2 orders. Don't skip the pork burger so much flavor! read more
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1239 Park St
Alameda, CA 94501
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(510) 263-8128
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Do you have any non- spicy options?
Yes, most items can make non-spicy as requested
For the biangbiang noodle dishes, are we able to switch them out with the regular noodles they offer?
yes You are able to, But please comment it on on line order or tell us on the phone order.
Are there any dishes that have peanuts or any type of nuts? My kids have peanut and nut allergies.
We do not use peanuts and peanut sauce. But we use seaame and sesame sauce.
Is everything here spicy? If so, can the spicy level be adjusted?
most items is spicy. you can ask server for more spicy or hold the spicy
Are your noodles made with egg? Are the Dan Dan noodle dish vegan?
No egg in the noodles. and Dan dan noodle is vegan.
Which hand pulled noodle menu is vegetarian?
H3 Spicy hot-oil seared in sauce BiangBiang noodles
I see some have reviewed that this restaurant is not good for groups. Is there seating for a party of 6?
Yes, but you may need to get there early as the restaurant is fairly small.
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