"The xiao long bao at 101 Noodle Express, a classic Chinese restaurant in Alhambra, aren’t fancy. In fact, they’re a bit plain; the wrapper is more on the starchy side, the filling, slightly sweet. It’s essential to dunk them in the provided sauce, mixed with a few scoops of their tableside chili oil to create a more well-rounded bite (one that’s both spicy and extremely slick). Mostly, this is a great option when you’re looking for a quick, easy meal involving some solid XLB." - kat hong