Nouilles de Lan Zhou is a bustling Chinatown staple where fresh hand pulled noodles and rich, aromatic broths take center stage in a simple menu. Portions are large and prices fair, with many reviews highlighting beef Lanzhou and Dan Dan bowls, the option to choose noodle thickness, and spice levels, plus combos with cucumber salad and edamame. The experience is often marked by long lines outside and a cramped space inside, though watching the noodles being made and the downstairs grocery add to the appeal, and service is usually fast and efficient. Some visits mention inconsistency in flavor, especially with broth strength or noodle texture, and a few notes about variable service and lack of air conditioning or limited seating during peak times. Overall, it is widely regarded as a must try for noodle lovers in Montreal, delivering authentic handmade noodles, good value, and a memorable, energetic atmosphere despite the crowded space.
If you're in the mood for a fun dining experience with tasty food, you absolutely need to check out Nouilles de Lan Zhou! One of the coolest things about this noodle shop is watching the chefs craft fresh noodles right in front of you-it's such a mesmerizing sight! The noodles are chewy, flavorful, & cooked to perfection. The menu is packed with a great variety, so there's definitely something for everyone to enjoy. Honestly, I've had the best hand-pulled noodles here! You can pick the size of your dish, whether you want small or large, the thickness of the noodles, & even how spicy you'd like the soup. The meat is super tender, & the rich beef broth is just mouthwatering! Plus, the portions are huge & the prices are really reasonable. The service is top-notch as well! You're in for a treat!
Hands down the best noodle experience in old montreal ! The taste is pure & authentic with chinese flavours ✨ & the fresh noodles are one of a kind in the entire city !!
Oct 27, 2024
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🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 I recently visited Nouilles de Lan Zhou, & it was a culinary experience I won't soon forget! The atmosphere is vibrant & inviting, making you feel right at home the moment you walk in. What truly sets this noodle shop apart is the mesmerizing sight of the chefs making fresh noodles right in the window. It's not just a meal; it's a show! The homemade noodles are nothing short of incredible-chewy, flavorful, & perfectly cooked. Each dish I tried was bursting with authentic flavors that transported me straight to the heart of noodle culture. The menu offers a great variety, ensuring there's something for everyone. If you're looking for a unique dining experience with delicious food & a lively atmosphere, Nouilles de Lan Zhou is the place to be. I can't wait to go back for another bowl of those amazing noodles! Highly recommend! 🍜✨
C'est la deuxième fois que je vais manger la, la première fois c'était en plein hiver & la disposition des lieux font en sorte qu'on mangeait avec le manteau d'hiver à cause de la porte béante qui laissait le froid pénétrer à l'intérieur du restaurant. Cette fois-ci ils ont agrandi la partie Sud qui offre quelques places de plus. Évidemment il fallait attendre en ligne a l'extérieur (10-15 minutes) tellement l'endroit est connu. Une fois à l'intérieur la commande est passé rapidement. Le manque d'air climatisé & les bancs non rembourrés c'est ce que j'ai remarqué. Pour les commandes c'est assez simple, il s'agit de choisir le genre de soupe & le choix de grosseur de nouilles, les à côté si on a envie. Lorsque les plats arrivent je remarque que le bouillon est ultra chaud 🥵, j'aime ça. Pour rehausser un peu la soupe j'aurais aimé avoir plus de fines herbes & un oeuf sans payer un supplément. Le chili sauce & le manque d'air frais nous font suer abondamment, on se croirait dans un sauna!!! Heureusement que nous étions pas obligés de terminer la soupe & que l'on peut ramener les restant à la maison. WoW que j'ai bien mangé mais j'avais hâte de sortir pour avoir un peu d'air. Très satisfait dans les circonstances, très difficile de trouver un stationnement si l'on vient en auto, prévoir attendre en ligne avant de manger, ne pas porter de vêtements de couleur claires ou cher ( les éclaboussures de bouillon avec la sauce piquante, taches les vêtements) This is the second time I've eaten there, the first time it was in the middle of winter & the layout of the place means that we ate with our winter coats on because of the gaping door that let the cold inside the restaurant. This time they have enlarged the South part which offers a few more seats. Obviously we had to wait in line outside (10-15 minutes) because the place is so well-known. Once inside the order was placed quickly. The lack of air conditioning & the unpadded benches are what I noticed. For orders it's quite simple, you have to choose the type of soup & the choice of noodle size, the sides if you want. When the dishes arrive I notice that the broth is ultra hot 🥵, I like that. To enhance the soup a little I would have liked to have more herbs & an egg without paying extra. The chili sauce & the lack of fresh air make us sweat profusely, it feels like we're in a sauna!!! Fortunately we didn't have to finish the soup & we can take the leftovers home. Wow, I ate well but I couldn't wait to go out to get some air. Very satisfied under the circumstances, very difficult to find parking if you come by car, plan to wait in line before eating, do not wear light-colored or expensive clothing (the splashes of broth with the hot sauce stain your clothes)
When you see people lined up for noodle soup at 83F, you know this place is legit. This place serves good hand-pulled noodles & the service was pretty quick. The place itself is small & divided into 2 seating sections. I recommend coming here early especially if you have a big group. They have 7 types of noodles & number 7 is the most favorite one. The noodles are chewy, not too thick, & slurping good! The highly recommended noodle soup has a clear, fresh broth & tender meat. It's so good! & their dandan noodles is also superb although not spicy enough if you enjoy spicy food.
This place is an amazing place to go if you want to find authentic or as close as authentic Lanzhou noodles. It is always delicious noodles are always fresh. Service is nice & fast. They constantly come & fill your water. They do not let you wait on them. Amazing place if you ever come to Montreal want want a great beef noodle definitely give this place a try
They have expanded the place since the last time I went & added a few more seatings to meet demands (people are still lining up). Food is made fresh but was it out of this world? No, i've had similar noodle bowls elsewhere & price point, expect about 20$ per person (i find it expensive for what it is). As many people mentioned in their reviews, there is no air conditionner. We left this place sweating like we just took a shower, i hope they will eventually take this in consideration. Will I come back anytime soon? No! Service was fast & friendly.
Jul 14, 2024
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The food is fresh & good Waiting is long, terrible service, hygiene is average Impossible to sit in in the summer because if the heat, no air conditioning Not recommend at all
This place is busy at dinner time. Get there early to line up. The noodle are freshly pulled right at the front of the store. You can pick the the thickness of the noodle from 1-7. & you can pick how spicy 🥵. I recommended less spicy for people that hasn't had very spicy food. Don't want to ruin the whole bowl of noodles. Hot sauce at the table if u want to add more. The soup is pretty authentic. Maybe a bit less flavorful than the one I had before but still very good. We also ordered the tea eggs, which was also good. Warning!! The large bowl is huge. Unless you are super hungry or sharing. Go medium.
The food is really good, only one vegetarian option. The vegetarian noodle soup is amazing because the boulion is really silky, creamy & the mushrooms inside is moist & with a lot of flavour. The cucumber salad is so crunchy & flavoury with nuts, oil & chilli. The only thing that the egg is not enough marinated. Thank you for fresh noodles 🙏
Apr 21, 2024
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This time noodle is so uncooked with fresh flour taste. & the soup are getting so clear & not even thick enough like last two times visit. I ordered soup noodle as I love the soup but I am not loving it this time. & the price goes 40-50% higher. I remember this Feb the same noodle was $12 but this time is $16 . Disappointing
Probably the best noodles place in Montreal & they do that while also keeping their prices extremely fair! The noodles are freshly made on the spot. If you go during peak time there is going to be quite a line to get in, restaurant is not big & is a hot spot. Go at the opening time & you will be fine. My favourite was the DanDan noodles, give it a try!
I went to try their food with my boyfriend & my sister. By the time we got home, all of us felt awfully sick. We ordered the beef noodles, dan dan noodles, & the braised beef noodles, with edamame & the spicy marinated beef. The food was very oily & the beef was unpleasantly chewy. Also the marinated beef was too salty. The braised beef noodle soup had these big chunks of beef/fat that were hard to eat & most of it was just fat. We all ended up having headaches & felt very sick. I think some of the ingredients were not fresh. Also, the waitress stared at the machine when I wanted to pay, as if I was being forced to tip. Very unprofessional.
Dan Dan noodle is the best here. I tried the broth options but nothing came close to the Dan Dan noodles. The food is always fresh & delicious. They increased their seating capacity in recent years, but there is still a big waiting line when you are at the peak hours. Recommended to go there early or during odd hours if you are a big group. Perfect for groups of 2 or 4 whenever. They have a lot of sizes for their noodles & they make it on the spot. Service is average, they seat you, take your order & that's pretty much it, it'll be hard getting water refills if you don't catch their attention. The ambiance is nice but quite loud when there are a lot of people. You also have to get up & go pay at the machine, some people don't know that & wait at their table lol. Overall I recommend giving the Dan Dan noodle a try at least once if you're in Montreal, I'd give more than 5 stars for food if I could, which is why I'm giving it an overall review of 5.
Mar 23, 2024
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This is my go to place in china town, always good & fresh. No line if you're there before 16h-17h & takeout is super quick. they have upped the price since ive been going there but i find it's still worth it with the portions you receive. If you're dining in it's very cramped but it's not necessarily a restaurant you're meant to stay in longer than needed.
Imagine waiting in line for a half hour to order some noodles during on off meal time then realizing that while annoying, it was worth it. They have limited space, but fantastic food. The noodles are so fresh, & you can tell. Great food. Smaller parties are better for getting seated faster.
I heard about this place & had to try it. I wasn't disappointed at all. The beef soup was spectacular & the noodles were fantastic. Great prices too. If you like hand made fresh noodles this is a good spot! Next time, I will try the Dan Dan noodles.
Amazing fresh noodles & very tasty dishes! Clearly a place you should try! Also, the prices are decent for the sizes & flavors. The place is small which cause the waiting time to be really long. Thus, go outside of rush hour. The service is ok but since it is always busy, you don't really have a good service.
