This would have been forever missed if I didn't hear about it from a coworker who lives in Alameda. It also gives me hope that there must be many great holes on the wall places still out there.  Important thing I will say it 3 times:  IGNORE when waiter asks how spicy you can eat. This dish HAS TO be the original to be great! (you will be fine!!!) "Must order the Sichuan Style Spice Soft Wontons Must order the Sichuan Style Spice Soft Wontons Must order the Sichuan Style Spice Soft Wontons It was my 2nd time leading a group to eat at this place, and everyone's amazed by this dish. Tangy, numbing and savory, all you can imagine of Sichuan food, or not be able to imagine are concentrated within this bowl of goodness. The tingling magic would just linger on your lips and make you can't wait to showcase this place to all your love ones within an abundance mall.  Try the wontons then we talk. read more

So freaking good! Family run spicy noodle/dumpling spot that took over the old Hawaii place. Incredibly flavorful food at amazing prices. A hidden gem in a strip mall next to the Lucky's I'm Alameda. Super quick service too. read more

Our son and his wife just moved to Alameda so we came over to see the house and had dinner here Sunday night. We came in kind of late and about 20 minutes before they closed. They were still busy with a couple of tables and some last minute to go orders. They were starting to make the dumplings for the next day and very gracious in serving us that late. We got pot stickers, braised beef noodles and sichuan Dandan noodles. The potstickers are crispy on one side, tender on the other with great fresh flavor. Best potstickers we have had in a long time. Both the noodles were great the braised beef was so tender but I liked the broth on the street noodles better, it was peanut and creamier so I will get that next time. Great find, excellent service. Our son had mentioned that there were wild turkeys that roamed the streets in this part of Alameda and sure enough a couple of them strolled by as we had dinner. read more

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This venue has a mix of Sichuan Chinese and Hawaiian foods on their menu. So I decided to try the braised pork noodle soup ($16) and a spam musubi ($2.75) for lunch. While waiting for my food to-go, another dine-in patron had just received their order of stir-fried garlic string beans ($15), which looked and smelled amazing. The pork noodles soup was moderately spicy and didn't really have that much shanghai bok choy veggies compared to their menu photo. However the broth had a nice depth of flavor (in addition to the mala spicy taste) and the pork was tender. I just wish there was more broth included for my takeout order - it barely covered the amount of noodles provided. On the other hand, the spam musubi was a good deal for 1 piece. Will definitely return to try their garlic string beans and other dishes, like their dumplings. This venue is located in the Lucky grocery store shopping plaza with plenty of parking. Dine-in has about 8 tables with 2 to 4 seats each. read more

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Sad to be posting about this place because it's a hidden gem that'll get discovered and get too packed to ever go back. We Loved the spicy beef noodle soup. I got it mild because that's all the heat I can take. If you like spicy, they can definitely make it! The chongqing noodles were very nutty and smooth, but even though it was ordered spicy because my friend could handle it, it wasn't too spicy. He was really hoping for the soup and spice of the noodle soup. The spicy wontons were amazing, cannot recommend enough. Even that was spicier than the chongqing noodles. I loved the refreshing cucumbers, always a favorite for me to order. This place is ran by two people, so service was a little slow. But we didn't mind--it has that home-y diner feel. Felt a little nostalgic for me. read more

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I was running errands nearby yesterday and needed to grab some lunch. I randomly decided to pop into Xiang Xiang and I'm *so glad* I did! This place is exactly what I look for: a small, unpretentious hole-in-the-wall offering fantastic service and incredible food. I ordered the Dan Dan Noodle bowl and asked for it "medium spicy," and it was perfect: thick, firm noodles with a sauce that fell somewhere between "oh wow that's spicy" and "oh wow that's tangy!" I also had a spam musubi which was very tasty too. The food is great but the best part was the warm and welcoming staff, who made me feel like a friend visiting their home rather than a customer in a business. 10/10 experience, eagerly looking forward to returning with friends to dive deeper into the menu! read more

Xiang Xiang Noodle - Dan Dan Noodles - "medium spicy" which had a real tangy kick but didn't kill me LOL - Szechuan Near Me - Alameda, California

This place was recommended by a coworker... I ordered the Spicey Wontons and Gyoza, I asked for mild as I was told most of the dishes were very spicey. **** CONSIDER THIS YOUR WARNING! **** If you are allergic to peppers or can't handle spice, this is not the place for you. Mild was so hot my mouth was on fire for a very long time. It was hard for me to enjoy the flavor because of the spice level. I would like to try this place again but without all the spice. Being able to taste all the flavors, show cases the hard work that goes into the preparation of the dish. And makes the experience that much more enjoyable for me. When a dish is so spicey that the heat from spices overpower everything in the dish, makes me wonder what if anything they are trying to hide or cover up in the meal. On my visit there was about 4 people in the restaurant and 2 people behind the counter. It took about 10 minute to get my to go order. read more

Omg this place is so good! Had spicy dumpling and beef noodles and both were yummy and flavorful. Small place, you have to look to find it. Will be back for sure. I want to try more dumplings and potstickers. read more

I dropped by Xiang Xiang on a Saturday evening to try their Wor Won Ton Soup. The great thing about this place is there's plenty of parking. I surveyed the menu, and asked for the Wor Won Ton Soup and a glass of water. In about 5 mins, I was served a huge bowl of steaming hot Won Ton Soup. Maybe 9-10 plump dumplings, shrimp, pieces of tender chicken, and plenty of chopped cabbage. It was very easy to eat and enjoy. The comforting broth was hot and satisfying. Staff came by numerous times to check on me, and make sure my soup was okay. At $16.99, I will order it again. read more

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Great noodle spot for ma la and cumin spices. Had it med spicy and it was great and delicious, its intestines noodle and portion was pretty big. Spicy pork ears also great! read more

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We went here on a Sunday night for dinner around 6pm and it was full! It's also a very small restaurant. Maybe 5-6 tables. We waited about 15 minutes, so not bad. We got the SiChuan spicy wontons, braised beef noodles, and Dan Dan noodles. The spicy wontons had a lot of soup/broth in the bowl, which was a surprise. The braised beef noodles were good and the Dan Dan noodles was but my favorite. The braised beef noodles was a very good portion and you can definitely split it between two people if you want to share. Service was fine. There's 1 restroom and a large free parking lot outside. read more

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I was craving noodles nearby, so I stopped by on a whim. I ordered the medium spicy dandan noodles--spicy and delicious! The atmosphere has an Asian vibe, and the service was good. read more

Xiang Xiang Noodle - Szechuan Near Me - Alameda, California

Searching yelp for somewhere I haven't tried that was open Monday mid afternoon. Came upon the reviews for Xiang Xiang and it looked like a solid choice. Indeed it was. Simple menu but lots of options. I went with the braised beef noodle soup, top of the menu. Spice level was nice and the meat was fall apart tender and very tasty. Service was prompt and friendly. Very reasonably priced. I'd like to run it up next time with a couple of sides. There were a few families eating but was happy to see they had a spot for a single diner ready to go. I will be back very soon! read more

Xiang Xiang Noodle - Braised beef noodle - Szechuan Near Me - Alameda, California

First time and will definitely be back It made me miss home Food is just amazing The portion is huge and filling The heat really hits but doesn't linger so you can keep eating I got the food togo but service was fast and professional Will need to properly sit and enjoy the place again read more

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Delicious Szechuan noodle dishes and such a hidden gem! The family is so kind, and the food is extremely tasty. I'm picky about my Asian noodle dishes, and this spot really delivered. We ordered medium spice, and it was spicy for us, so be mindful when choosing your spice level. Highly recommend this spot! We'll definitely be back! read more

I come here probably every other week. It's so good. A lot of the flavor is in the chilli oil so I would recommend going as spicy as you can. My go-to is the beef noodle soup and gyoza with chilli on the side. Definitely worth checking this place out. read more

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Xiang Xiang Noodle opens in Honolulu BBQ's space, retaining BBQ menu, adding Sichuan eats. Interior similar with Hawaiian food pics on walls. XX may be related to a similar eatery in Sunnyvale. Same name. Similar menu. XX reads "village fragrance". Literal meaning a semblance.... Seated quickly. Host semi-fluent in English, fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Staff, probably seldom meeting a Mandarin speaker patron, came out to talk. Overheard them telling each other what I talked with to the other. My Mandarin rusty, forgetting xue(school). Saying kuzi (pants) instant of Ja Ke (jacket). Offerings: Hawaiian BBQ. Limited lunch Sichuan appetizers, entrees. Dinner has hot pot... Bites: Sichuan Style spicy cold noodles (13.95) -came out in 8 minutes. Not stirred yet. Had to self-mix the round noodles, sesame oil, Sichuan chili oil, green onions, julienned cucumbers... -initially too hot, coughed violently for seconds. Haven't tasted chili sauce for months. -informed noods came from local noodle factory. -lst time for spicy cold noodles. Surprised noods were firm & chewy, not Al dente. Cooling warm noods with cold water probably harden them. Sichuan Bean Jelly with mala sauce (9.95) -Mala surprisingly not too hot. Maybe tamed by owners as they weren't sure of my chili tolerance. -bean jellies can be made from starches from peas, mung beans, potato's.. -topped with mala sauce, green onions, chili pieces. It's a cold dish. Should be eaten cold. 4.5 stars worthy quality: good. Could be spicier. Quantity: very good. Some dishes $$ cheaper than others. *Chongqing was in Sichuan until it became a province in '97. read more

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I put in Xiancg Xiang Noodle in Google Map and ended up at a Hawaiian BBQ spot?! Seems like Xiang Xiant Noodle took over the previous spot because they're serving up authentic noodles and the usual Hawaiian BBQ options. We both ordered their braised beef noodles and was impressed. The noodles had good texture; the spiciness was a bit much for mild but tolerable. Prices are a bit more down to earth than other spots too! It's an interesting experience because the interior is very much like Hawaiian BBQ.. feels wrong but the food tasted good . read more

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Came by on Sunday around noon on a warm day. The place wasn't too busy. Parking is pretty easy as this restaurant is in a shopping center. The owners are really nice and accommodating. We asked for our dishes to be less spicy and no peanuts on the cold noodles - both dishes were still pretty spicy for my husband but not to the point where a dish is un-eatable. The food came out within 5 minutes; quality and taste were just ok. As an avid beef noodle soup lover, I don't think this place is it for the beef noodles, but I wouldn't mind coming again to try their other items. As other reviews mentioned, they also serve Hawaiian food. read more

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I love noodles and had been looking forward to eating here--it did not disappoint! I had the braised beef noodle soup and cucumber salad, and both were delicious. The restaurant is in a plaza so parking is pretty easy, and service is fast and friendly. Beware of impending food coma after a meal here! read more

This place is a hidden gem! I walked in and the woman at the front was very kind. The food came out hot and fresh! It was so delicious, I could not stop telling her how good the food was. The place was super clean and of course smells of delicious food. read more

Xiang Xiang Noodle - Dan Dan noodles & Gyoza - Szechuan Near Me - Alameda, California

Came here on a Friday night and ut was pretty packed. There were about 2 tables that did not get their food yet. My husband placed an order to go and was told 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, the wait went to 30 minutes. If we knew it was going to take this long, we would have not order. I went up to the Staff and asked about the status and he did not give an update. 37 minutes later my food was ready. I ordered the braised beef noodles soup and the broth was too salty. Nice family business but they need to speed it up in the kitchen. This is definitely a hole in the wall kinda place. read more

Great food, quick service. Not a lot of seating, so if you're coming with huge group you might sit in different tables buy very clean inside read more

I ordered the wonton soup via DoorDash last week because I felt sick and wanted some thing that would warm me up. I think that the wonton soup was so excellent that it cured me. Seriously, this wonton soup was exactly what I wanted. Best wonton soup I've had in ages. The next time I want wanton soup I will be coming back here. read more

I tried Xiang Xiang noodle last night with the family and was pleasantly surprised at the flavor and spice from the noodles and dumplings! We got the chicken wonton, potstickers, Dan Dan noodle and the beef braised noodle. The wrappers on the wonton dumplings were great - toothsome but not too thick. The Dan Dan noodle were really flavorful - but if you are more sensitive to chili oil, just ask for a milder Szechuan level. Beef braised noodle reminded me of how Taiwanese beef noodle soup is like. The kids of course liked the potstickers - though they were not as crispy as gyoza might be. Overall, a nice quiet place for family dinner if you're looking for Szechuan cuisine! read more

4.7/5 A very unassuming spot that has, I can confirm as someone who grew up in southern CA where there are heaping amounts of Chinese food (626), one of the most authentic Chinese flavored foods on the island. The spicy chili wonton can be asked for as a mala version, which is more soupy, instead of the traditional chili oil version. Please know the version you're asking for! I had the mala soup version and it was packed with flavor :) it might not be to everyone's taste though All in all everything tasted great. They really do specialize in their noodles here and I would highly recommend the braised beef noodles - the beef was a little stringy but the noodles were very chewy and al dente and the soup had the perfect amount of flavor. I plan on coming back to try their other noodle soups, especially the sour and spicy one. read more

So. Delicious. Was a bit under the weather so hubs picked up potstickers and braised beef noodles. Braised beef noodles (mild): Broth was the perfect amount of spicy at mild for me (a little spice and tingle, but my nose wasn't running), it was also comforting and flavorful, beef was melt in your mouth delicious, noodles were perfect. Potstickers (with mild sauce): sauce was spicier than the soup which was totally fine because you can control the amount you use, filling delicious, wrapper thick and chewy. Would have both again and can't wait to try more. Also love that there is ample parking for take away. Nice to have a delicious noodle joint on the West End. read more

Located in a small shopping center in an old L&L Hawaiian BBQ space, Xiang Xiang Noodle retains a small amount of menu items from its predecessor but everyone really should come here for their spicy Chongqing cuisine. It really is very tasty and I'm not even a huge spicy food fan. I had the braised pork belly soup noodles which had an amazing savory broth, tender and flavorful pork bites and chewy delicious noodles. Just get it and you'll be very happy. The owners are friendly and will make great suggestions, providing a homely style of service. Please tell your friends to try this restaurant out! read more

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Good food, reasonable prices, excellent service. I will go there anytime. Was not crowded much.

Tender braised beef in a flavorful yet balanced spicy broth. Perfectly al dente chewy noodles. Excellent service with affordable prices. Best bowl of braised beef noodles in the east bay. Xiang Xiang is a hidden gem! read more

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Moved to Alameda and have been sampling the restaurants. Found this place near the Lucky Market Tried to order and the chef came out to discuss "heat" She toned the spice down, however the dish was floating on chile sauce enough to make my nose run (ha-ha) Glad she asked....flavors were exotic and generous portions, WILL BE BACK soon read more

Outstanding Kinda chewy potstickers but very good I feel like they should concentrate on the new menu and ditch the Hawaiian bbq Hawaiian bbq are all around A waste of refer space!!! read more

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I was in the area and was looking for a good place for dinner. Found this place on yelp and figured I could give it a try since it was close. Was craving for some Hawaiian food but ended up getting the Sichuan Dandan noodles and fried gyoza. I was warned it was spicy and it didn't disappoint. My nose was runny but I kept going for more bites. Before I knew it all the food was gone! I've been to a few sichuan restaurants and it was all spice and no flavor but the balance here is perfect! 10/10 would recommend. Great and friendly service. Food came out fast. Amazing flavors! read more

Xiang Xiang Noodle - Sichuan Dandan Noodles and Fried gyoza - Szechuan Near Me - Alameda, California

Absolutely authentic Sichuan food. The dan dan noodle and the salt and pepper eggplant (light fried) were epic. Def one of the best dan dan noodle in the bay area. The salt and pepper eggplant is crispy outside and MELTING eggplant inside with a gentle touch of salt and pepper coating outside. Great owners and staff, hardworking and nice folks from Chengdu, Sichuan. They retain the Hawaiian bbq from the old ownership. But don't question the Sichuan food!! Absolutely authentic. read more

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OMG LOVE!!! so glad it's right by my work, im probably gonna be eating from here all the time lol. sichuan cold noodles are sooo good i love the flavor and chewiness of the noodles! the cucumber salad is also so addicting and i love the chunks of green onion in it! read more

Xiang Xiang Noodle - Szechuan Near Me - Alameda, California

I'm pretty happy to have a solid northern Chinese option in Alameda. The noodles and broth were very well executed, with no shortcuts. Dumplings were bought, but tender and juicy. House made chili oil is flavorful, and not too heavy. The cold scechaun noodles were refreshing and excellent, despite not being fancy. I will definitely come again...but will try the gyoza (house made) and the special. The kiddos liked the musubi as well. A weird thing to have at a szechuan restaurant, but very kid friendly option that was decently well excecuted read more

The food was delicious. The noodle was seasoned to perfection. I got the Dan Dan noodle and ooohwee delicioso. They have it also in a soup. I can only imagine how them noodles are in a soup. I feel like Homer Simpson just talking about it read more

Oh man i thought Mr.Liu was good in chinatown but this place is even better. If you're not familiar with Chong qing noodles, it's savory noodles that leaves you wanting more. Drink all their broth and errthang We got the Sichuan bean jelly and it was a great start. Out of all 3 dishes, it was the spiciest one but everything were manageable cuz we got mild spicy for everything. Highly recommend someone here and I would be here weekly if I'm in town read more

Xiang Xiang Noodle - Cold noodles no meat but super refreshing - Szechuan Near Me - Alameda, California

Found this gem in Alameda. Family owned place. Very legit Szechuan food. I'm fairly picky with noodle and dumpling places. It's a small space so not a lot of seating but they move quickly and quality food. We ordered, beef noodle soup (kiddo approved), cold noodles, dumplings (kiddo approved). They make their own potstickers which we will try next time and their own chili oil sauce. Service was great, food came out in a timely manner. Pricing was decent too, not overly pricey. Definitely will go back again. read more

It's true- the salt and pepper eggplant is packed with amazing flavor! At first glance its pale appearance looks as if maybe needing a side of some kind of sauce, but biting into it put the kibosh on that thought. Granted there is probably a lot of salt and perhaps some msg involved, but trust me it's a winning combo of seasoning that somehow doesn't taste too salty- just infused with flavor. It's cooked to order so came out hot and perfectly crispy crunchy on the outside but soft/well cooked on the inside. We shared them and the only words exchanged were versions of "mmmm" and"yummmm". Ok enough gushing about that dish. Husband also had the Dan Dan noodles and said they were the best noodles he ever had (though it was the first time he tasted Dan Dan noodles) - definitely spicy! I tried their special of the day, Mapo tofu noodles- also super flavorful, a little spicy which was perfect for me, and the portion was generous! Noodles were a perfect consistency. Atmosphere is simple and focused on the food- just the way I like it. Friendly prompt service is a bonus:) This place is now on my noodle craving list! read more