Overall, reviews praise Nouilles de Lan Zhou for fresh hand pulled noodles and flavorful broths, the show of noodles being made at the front, and generous portions at a fair price, with many finding the line moving quickly and the atmosphere lively in Chinatown; some diners report rude or pushy service and a tipping expectation, occasional miscommunications about the bill, and a few dishes that lack vegetables or spice, but the noodles and broths are consistently described as delicious and comforting, making it a reliable go to for noodle lovers, especially for Dan Dan and beef Lanzhou noodles.
Finding a great spot for dinner on a Monday in Montreal can be a challenge, but this restaurant proves to be a rare & welcome exception. A true hidden gem, especially for visitors, it offers a combination of fast, friendly service & consistently delicious food.
Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, & arrived quickly-a testament to the kitchen's efficiency without compromising quality. The standout dish? The dan dan noodles-perfectly balanced in flavor & texture. However, spice lovers take note: even if you request'very spicy,' the heat level remains relatively mild.
Overall, a fantastic find for a Monday night meal & well worth a visit any day of the week.
Finally made it to Lan Zhou for lunch! Delicious 😋 lives up to all the lineups hype. Thank you for an amazing experience. Looking forward to going back.
We tried this popular place for the first time in Feb 2025.
It is very busy & you can see them making the noddles by hand as you wait for a table.
Their menu is simple. It's either beef or pork with different types of noodles.
The dan dan was like an oriental spaghetti with a little kick of spice. We also had the beef bowl with thick #4 noodles.
I found the broth to be very tasty & beef tender but I found the noodles to be a bit chewy... i may try a different option next time.
All in all for the price it was a good lunch & the staff was polite & fast. I gave it 4 stars because I wasn't wowed by the meal I had but it was good.
Well, I'm writing to say the reviews are, in fact, real. This is a great spot for soup & noodles. It says it all in the name. I had a great lunch here this past week, & I'd certainly recommend it to anyone looking for great food at a good value. The portion size was insane. But the meat was quite fatty; if you're into that, then order double meat, I guess. I don't love it super fatty, but the broth & the noodles were amazing. Also, the staff was super nice & the food came quickly. Just to note, they serve no alcohol there & they have a neat grocery store down the stairs in the restaurant.
