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    Wild Ginger

    4.3 (797 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Noodles, Burgers
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    M3 Beef Combo Malatang (Medium) Spicy
    Joseph M.

    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. :)

    S2. Tiger Salad /  老虎菜
    Corina S.

    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!

    Lamb Burger
    Pheap T.

    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.

    Tiffany M.

    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.

    Hs5. Spicy & tingly beef in soup / 麻辣牛肉湯扯面
    Juliet T.

    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.

    Grace H.

    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!

    H2. Pork"zha jiang"in sauce /  炸酱干面
    Alexis M.

    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.

    S1. Spicy cucumber salad / 拍黄瓜
    Jacie N.

    Delicious hand-pulled noodles in a small mom & pop restaurant. Great for pairs or possibly 4. Many small parties in and out for lunch even on a rainy day (a testament to how good the food is!). Really nice service. Will be back!

    A1. Stewed Pork Burger /  腊汁肉夹膜
    Gina G.

    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.

    D1. Pork dumplings in sauce / 酸辣猪肉饺
    Christine M.

    Always a great bowl of soup! We've been craving a good bowl of soup and finally made it to Wild Ginger b4 they closed. We love not having to drive to Oakland to get our taste buds happy :-p This kitchen always delivers

    Brandon L.

    This no-frills East Bay noodle spot delivered on their basics. Their pulled noodles had great texture with the right amount of bounce - not gummy like you sometimes get elsewhere - though the sauce could have used more depth of flavor. The wontons were well-executed with good filling and sauce. I was impressed with the cold liangpi noodles which hit the spot on a hot day. The texture of the liangpi was on point and it had the right amount of acidity. Service was attentive and kept our water glasses full. Worth coming back for another visit!

    Dan T2. Spicy dandan noodles / 担担面
    Sarah Ann K.

    We came here on a Sunday for lunch and it was moderately busy. Parking can be tough since it is all street parking but it didn't take us more than 10-15 min. It is a pretty small place but orders come out relatively quick. We ordered the dan dan noodles and the spicy mixed veggie hand pulled biang biang noodles. If you don't do spice well, the hand pulled noodle dishes may not be for you, but since I shared this bowl with my partner who does spice better than me, it wasn't as bad. These noodles were thickkk and it complemented the dish well since it was a spicy chili sauce. They also put wood ear mushrooms, some lettuce, and lotus root. The dan dan noodles weren't as spicy and were actually quite plain compared to the hand pulled noodle bowl. Overall, cool spot to get some noodles - whether you like em thick, thin, spicy, or more on the plain side!

    S1. Spicy cucumber salad / 拍黄瓜
    Lynnasia M.

    This place is great, I seen a social media influencer post about it and thought id give it a try. The noodles are the perfect amount of chewy and thick ;3. I really loved the freshness of the cucumber salad also. It was like a sweet sauce on top i probably could have ate 4 orders of it. The service was quick and the employees are also very nice. The place is a little small inside but a perfect size. I ate there on a weekday midday, and it wasn't that busy so that was a plus. I was very satisfied and the portions are enough to share with another person if you aren't super hungry. I think about this place every day since i've been. I honestly can't wait to go back :) Food 10/10 Service 10/10 Ambience; Cozy comforting

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    What a lovely place! My food was ready, the woman at the counter had a charming smile, and it was delicious!

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    Bang bank noodles with Spicy lamb broth is my go to! Yumm. Their cucumber salad is a delight also!

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    Straight up marvelous. Every dish ( beef with soup and noodles, pork with noodles and dumplings ) was top notch. Can't wait to go back.

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    I always mean to try something new, but I always order the same hand pulled noodles with pork because why mess with the best?

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    Ask the Community - Wild Ginger

    Do you have any non- spicy options?

    Yes, most items can make non-spicy as requested

    Do you have air conditioning?

    Sorry we have not

    Do you use MSG in your cooking?

    No MSG

    Is the jarred chili oil vegetarian or vegan?

    oue chili oil is vegan.

    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 the noodles gluten-free?

    it's not

    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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    3.0 mi
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    This place can do no wrong in my eyes--or stomach. I've been coming here since 2018, and the…read morequality hasn't skipped a beat. I usually come with my family, and we order damn near everything on the menu. The aunties serving dishes actually laugh when they see how much food they're dropping off at the table. My favorites are the chili oil wontons, hot and dry noodles, bok choy, and General Tso's chicken. The wontons have just the right amount of heat, the noodles are thicccc and chewy, and every dish somehow manages to disappear before we can even think about leftovers. Honestly, you can't go wrong with anything you order. One of my favorite parts is watching them make the noodles by hand. Half the restaurant is dedicated to the noodle-making station, while the other half is for seating. It's not a huge dining room, but they do offer the Yelp Waitlist, so you can check the live wait before heading over. The vibe is very, get your food and head out so they can keep up with table space for incoming guests. Always a hit, never a miss.

    Very tasty!! Everything was delicious - definitely recommend the Shan Dong chicken and the Sesame…read morepaste noodles. Highly recommend upgrading to the hand made noodle The staff are all friendly and the food comes out very quickly. Portion sizes are also very generous. Restaurant is on the smaller side so there was a wait for a party of 4.

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    Shan Dong Chicken
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    Bhan Mae Vane

    Bhan Mae Vane

    4.5
    (781 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    For my birthday dinner, I requested Bhan Mae Vane. I had heard wonderful things, and as a fan of…read moreLaotian food, I wanted to come with my family to see the hype. We came on a weekday evening, and it was packed! The sound travels here so that it can get really loud and busy. The inside is super casual with seating for large or smaller groups. The service by the staff was good. Our food came out quickly, and everyone was friendly and checked in on us. We ordered the Tom Kha, Nam Khao, Fried Clear Rice Paper Roll Wraps, Pineapple Khao Pad, and Geng Ka Ree. Everything was fabulous! Lots of great flavors and spices. The portion sizes were spot on. My favorite was the Nam Khao and the Fried Clear Rice Paper Roll Wraps. I love the bite-sized and sharing family-style. My companion and family also enjoyed it. If you like Laotian food, Bhan Mae Vane is a must-try in the East Bay! Find them off Webster Street with street and neighborhood parking. I look forward to going back!

    August 2026 Wow even…read morebefore they opened there were people waiting outside. On this strip of abandoned and sad restaurants this is a gem. Really good Thai food with good service. Really enjoyed my eggplant calamari and my coworker liked their garlic noodles. FYI: Thai Iced Tea etc is expensive at $6 for a small glass, and there's a list to write your name to check in. Seems like a big place, but they fill up quickly.

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    Seen Lod (Lao Sausage) $20 | Spicy herb pork sausage served w Laotian tomato sauce.
    Seen Lod (Lao Sausage) $20 | Spicy herb pork sausage served w Laotian tomato sauce.
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