1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles & Dumplings

First time here, it was pouring and the line was still long, so we knew it had to be good. The steps going down were slippery but we were fine, it was tight like all the other restaurants in NYC. We ordered a dry noodle and a soup noodles dish with 2 types of dumplings. The dumplings were just ok but the hand pulled noodles were 10 out of 10.

Food was delicious and very hot which was extremely nice for a low 40s weather night. Must order the traditional buns. Amazing hand made noodles, I enjoyed a very spicy dish exploding with flavor. Spicy rating’s high if you’re looking for something with an extra kick. After the first few bites spicy levels receded. If you are not accustomed to spicy foods maybe be a little more reserved and skip the spicy dish. A must try on your next visit to china town.

I’ve seen this place all over TikTok and had been wanting to try it for so long , and it absolutely did not disappoint. The line is definitely slow, especially on weekends, but honestly the food is worth the wait. The noodles are incredibly fresh , you can taste it in every bite , and the broth is rich, flavorful, and a dream for any broth lover. The beef melts in your mouth instantly. I’ll definitely be coming back!

I saw this place online and it didn’t disappoint. They did have a bit of a line out the door but the line moves fast. We got seated in about ten minutes. I got their signature lanzhou beef noodle and it was perfect for the cold weather. The noodles were chewy and cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend that you try this place at least once.

We waited 45 minutes to be seated because this place is highly recommended on TikTok, but honestly, it was not worth the wait. We were seated at a shared table in between two couples (which is understandable since the place is small), but after that, we were basically ignored. The staff was chatting and taking care of everyone around us, while we kept trying to get someone’s attention to take our order. When a waiter finally came, he seemed confused about why we were asking him to take our order, which made the service feel disorganized and uncomfortable. The worst part was the food. After eating the noodles, both of us felt sick for the rest of the day. I’m not sure if it was the oil, the chili, or something else, but our stomachs were very uncomfortable. Overall, the experience did not match the hype at all. Poor service, long wait, and food that didn’t sit well with us.

Me and my boyfriend came to NY for a visit and came upon this cozy restaurant. It was small, but MIGHTY in flavors! The pork and basil wontons were DELICIOUS! I’ve never tasted a better dumpling before. I initially just ordered the dumplings, but I saw a line form down the sidewalk to get in, so I thought I must have been missing out, so I ordered the beef braised noodles,…. OMG…..they were phenomenal!!! My boyfriend isn’t usually a fan of noodles, but he cleaned his bowl!!! That beef was braised to PERFECTION!!!! Idk how we found this place, but I’m pinning it in google maps for our next visit!!! The service was amazing also. I love how they pay attention to the guests .Must visit….you won’t be disappointed!

Efficient and friendly service. Love that they serve basil-lemon water. Tables are slightly crowded but the atmosphere and lighting is great. Food is delicious and the spice level was hitting the spot! They have a tea pot of vinegar if you like a more sour taste which I really appreciated!

Tasty food for fair prices. The pork and leak dumplings are tasty and I highly recommend the pork "hamburger". It was spicy and the pork was so tender. The braised beef soup was just okay, the beef was fatty and the broth could've had more flavor but the hand pulled noodles are the star, fresh and delicious, you watch them get pulled right in front of you. There's limited seating so when it's busy you will get seated next to others at the same table. Overall I liked it but not sure how quickly I'll be rushing back here.

I always see a long line outside this place and usually avoid it, but I finally went recently and the wait moved fairly quickly--about 20 minutes before being seated. The food was AMAZING. I love beef noodle soup, and I'd argue this is some of the best in the city. I highly recommend the prism noodles or thick noodles for a great bite. The homemade braised beef noodle soup was incredibly flavorful--rich and comforting without being spicy. The buns were good, but I'd definitely prioritize the noodles. Will absolutely be back to try more dishes.

1915 Lanzhou is one of those places where the food absolutely delivers, but the overall experience holds it back. The flavors are fantastic and feel genuinely authentic. The noodles are rich, comforting, and clearly made with care. When the food finally arrives, it's very satisfying and worth eating if you're craving Lanzhou-style dishes. That said, the wait is consistently rough. Expect well over an hour with a long line and no real place to sit or even stand comfortably while waiting. Once inside, the dining area is extremely tight -- tables and chairs are small, old, and uncomfortable, with barely any room to move. The space feels cramped to the point where getting to the bathroom is difficult, and cleanliness could definitely be improved. Even after being seated, the food still takes a while to come out. I'd happily come back for the food alone, but the combination of the long wait, overcrowding, and uncomfortable setup makes it hard to give this more than three stars. Incredible flavors, but the overall dining experience needs serious improvement. I recommend take out or delivery.

We waited quite long for a MONDAY night in the cold on the stairs to a basement restaurant. This place is popular. The chili oil spill noodles are the absolute best. Surprisingly good for dry noodles. Highly recommend. Only if you like spicy. It's actually not that crazy spicy. But it's delicious! I got the beef hand pull noodle soup which I have to obligatory get. It was OK but not that much meat. Price a little on the high side, but the chili oil spill noodles is worth it! Not sure about anything else ie the pork buns. Now I'm on the hunt to find dry spicy noodles around town. Service is nice- they messed up my order with the noodle size and offered a choice to correct the order or discount the bill, and gave us free soft drinks for giving our spot to a larger group before us in the queue that fit better in the tables available.

We were able to walk in for an early dinner on a weekday. The place is busy, and when we left there was a line. The tables are cramped together and this is definitely a fast causal place as they rushed us when we were done. I got the N3 braised beef noodles with extra wide noodles. The portion size was good for the price and I had leftovers.

First time here, it was pouring and the line was still long, so we knew it had to be good. The steps going down were slippery but we were fine, it was tight like all the other restaurants in NYC. We ordered a dry noodle and a soup noodles dish with 2 types of dumplings. The dumplings were just ok but the hand pulled noodles were 10 out of 10.

We waited for about 30 minutes in line on a Sunday around 2pm to get seated. The restaurant itself was more spacious than I expected, and you can watch the chefs make the noodles in the back! I ordered the scallion oil noodles and beef hamburger. Both were good, but lacked depth of flavor. It was great to try this place once, but I don't think it's worth waiting for. Note, that they do take card payment. One interesting thing to note is the sanitary inspection grade displayed outside of their business is not their own, but for "Happy Veggie Restaurant" and the inspection date was 2023.

While visiting my family in New York, I went to go try Lanzhou hand pole noodles. I had to wait in a line for about 15 to 20 minutes before getting seated, but it does move pretty quickly. I ordered the signature beef noodles along with the beef Chinese hamburger. These may be the best noodles I've ever had in my life! The noodles were soft and tender, and you can tell that they were just made before being served to you. The noodles are affordable as well, which really makes this place stand out against other shops. If you're ever in New York, you have to try these noodles, you won't regret it.

Pros: - looove the soup base here and the hand pulled noodles, I also absolutely LOVE their fries - even though it's a bit crowded, it just adds to the vibe. The atmosphere is buzzing with people enjoying their food. It feels warm and cozy to me Cons: - the wait can get REALLY long, especially on the weekends, there may also be a wait on the weekdays but, usually it doesn't get too bad - sometimes they run out of, or sell out of the fries Comments: - been here multiple times, I got take-out this time since I knew it gets super packed on the weekend - the space is pretty tight, it's located in a basement - I got the dry noodles/oil spilled noodles this time, I like it but, definitely prefer the noodle soups more

I came by on the weekend with friends to try out their beef noodle soup because that's what they're well known for and they've been open for a while. We got there around 12 and there was a short line already. I think everyone needs to be there before they'll seat you. The line moved pretty quickly (waited about 10ish minutes) as people didn't really hang out after they finished eating. The entrance requires walking down some steps to enter. I got the braised beef noodle soup which was a $1 more expensive than the original beef noodle soup but totally worth it. In the soup there were a few pieces of very soft and flavorful roast beef that added a nice savory flavor to the soup. I definitely preferred this over the boiled beef in the original beef noodle soup. According to the signs around the restaurant, they stew the beef for 8 hours! No wonder why it was so tender. On top of that, there were also the freshly hand made noodles which you can see the chef making in the kitchen. I got the thin noodles but there are also four or five other thicknesses you can choose from. On the table there were signs asking for reviews, I appreciated that they didn't straight up ask for 5 stars. Once I did the review, I got to spin the wheel for a prize (free cucumber salad, appetizer or drink or 10% off your order) and ended up winning a free drink (got the coconut milk). The whole dining space is pretty small so staff were constantly walking around making it easy to flag down anyone for assistance. The bathroom was quite small but kept clean and didn't smell!

The beef noodle soup was really tasty. The broth was super flavorful, and it had a good amount of meat in it. I would definitely go back to have this again. We came around 6 on a weekday, and there was a short wait time. However, where we sat had a couple of flies that were always around, which made the eating experience difficult. Tbh, the noodles are exactly what you want from beef noodle soup, so I would come back again just to have it. Second Visit: I've ordered from this restaurant a couple of times, and my experience has been different. The noodles were great both times, but the appetizers weren't as good. The fried buns with condensed milk weren't as soft as expected and lacked enough sweetness, and the lamb Chinese hamburgers felt a bit bland. The scallion pancakes and garlic cucumbers were good enough for takeout. I would continue to order their noodles, but probably hold off on their appetizers.

We went here after visiting the Statue of Liberty on a Saturday afternoon around 1-2 pm and the line was so long! We waited about an hour before being seated. Sadly by the time we were able to order. The pan fried buns had already sold out for the day. My partner got the signature beef noodles and I got the dry beef noodles. We ordered the wontons in chili oil to share. The dry beef noodles definitely had a kick to them but everything tasted great. Would need to try and come back to get the pan fried buns or go to their other location to see if it's less busy.

This place is worth the hype! We did have to wait in a line for about 30-40 min but once we sat and ordered everything came out really quickly & I loved everything we got. We got their signature beef soup, spicy oil spill noodles, pan fried buns and a lamb burger. It was all super yummy! Everything was made to order, there's an expert making the noodles as people order. I love that you can choose how thick you want the noddles and the restaurant was bigger than I expected but not good for large groups.

Signature Lanzhou Beef noodle is a must try! This Chinatown location is small and packed with customers. Wait-time for a table is just about 15mins, and was able to squeeze into a small table in the back. Ordered their popular hand-made thin noodles with customized meats to accompany the noodle broth. Some of the noodle soups are spicy, but as long as you let the waitstaff know-they can tone down the spice. I also enjoyed the Pan-fried Dumplings as well; with just the right amount of crispy outer layer and a great dumpling dipping sauce. The hand-pulled noodles was fresh to the taste with just the right texture. It was kind of hard to flag down staff to get more water and the bill (the place was packed and crowded). Overall, a good place for noodle soups in Chinatown

We've already visited three times since we first tried it out about a month ago. Each time, there is a wait (not ideal in this winter cold!) but it usually moves pretty quickly as they're very efficient. From the menu, I've personally ordered the Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles, Oil Spill Noodle with Braised Beef, and the Handmade Braised Beef Noodles. I love spice but had to opt for the last one on my last visit as I had just gotten my wisdom teeth out the week prior so no spice for me. Regardless, it was still great. For the soup noodles, I always opt for the Prism noodles. The flavors and noodle textures really hit the spot which is why we keep coming back!

Ordered takeout. Pickup was quick. Got the pork Chinese hamburger which was actually kinda too spicy for me (I have low spicy tolerance). The menu didn't say it was spicy, so maybe they should fix that cus there's definitely something spicy in there! I saw some kind of pepper seeds for sure! I did end up finishing it after little breaks in between bites. The meat to bun ratio was good enough for me and the meat was flavorful 4/5. Wonton soup came with about 8-9 little wontons and the soup wasn't bland. It had seaweed, tiny shrimps, scallions, and cilantro. Nice meal to have on a cold day 4.5/5. I had also ordered a Jasmine Tea, but they didn't pack it in my bag. So I was disappointed in that, but overall food was decent. I would like to try their hand pulled noodles another time.

We had such a great time at 1915 Lanzhou hand pulled noodle! We got seated at the bar and had the absolute privilege of watching the chef hand pull all the noodles. It was so mesmerizing. The noodles were bouncy and had the perfect chew. The broth was also so yummy. 10/10!! There was a small line when we got there on a Sunday at 5:30pm but it went quite fast. Waited around 20min to get seated.

Maybe more for a 3.5 after all the hype it's given. #3 Braised Beef Soup - better than #1, pretty good, tender beef, flavorful soup. Enjoyed the wide noodle. #1 Lanzou Noodle Soup - flavor was good. Meat was meh not tender but dry. Wood Ear was pretty good but tiny portion. Lamb Hambergur was not great, the lamb was super dry so was the bun... We were very thirsty after the meal probably msg overloaded.

more like 4.5/5. skip anything that isn't the noodles. the pork bun was sooooooo bad. tasteless and barely stuffed with meat. xian's famous foods makes one that is infinitely better. the pan fried dumplings couldn't hold a candle to the ones at new world mall. they tasted doughy and plain. now for the noodles, i much preferred the wide "oil spill" dry noodles over the signature noodle soup. i still recommend getting the noodle soup, it just got really cold with the front door constantly opening and closing, so i didn't feel like i got to enjoy it to the fullest potential. the service here is just okay. before we came in they had left a used water jug on our table until we kindly asked them for a new one. we waited on line for 20-25 mins even at 5:30pm.

SO GOOD. Expect a line, I've gone twice, once in September when it was raining, once in November when it was freezing and there was always a 15 minute wait. The restaurant is TINY, maybe 10 tables but you're super squeezed in there. They do not have tap water, they will only sell you bottled water so bring some of your own. Anything on the menu is delicious and you can customize your noodle length. N1 Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles (wide) and C4 Lamb Chinese Hamburger are what I've ordered and it's great. I tell my friends to go here when they come to visit.

Came here twice during my 1 week trip to NYC. It's that good! Had the oil spilled noodles with braised beef. Spicy level was spot on, just enough kick. On my second visit, I had the signature beef noodle soup. That was good too, but I preferred the oil spilled noodles. The wait was about 30 min for a party of 2 on a Friday night, so not too bad. The service is fast and efficient. It's a crowded restaurant, so there will be noise, but not so overwhelming that you can't talk to your friends. Overall, highly recommended for a great noodle spot.

Service: 4.1/5 Food: 4/5 Price: $ (under $20) Menu options overwhelmingly contains beef or spice. General consensus, though, is that the "spice" isn't actually spicy, more for the aesthetic or it's catered towards the palette of the large influx of tourists they receive since blowing up on social media. Large glass window gives an open kitchen feel as you can see masters actually hand-pull noodles and wrap dumplings. Always a full house typically accompanied by a short line. Super chewy al dente noodles. What I Ordered: - Special Dry Pork Noodles: good flavor, even tho it's not soupy it's saucy - Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles: not spicy, tender meat, seems comforting - Wontons in Chili Oil: looks red, not actually spicy, FRESH, good bite size, thin wrappers

Review: 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles If you're looking for a spot that nails both flavor and authenticity, 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles is a must-visit. Must-Try: N3 - Braised Beef Hand Pulled Noodles This is hands down my top recommendation. The braised beef comes in tender, marinated cubes that are packed with rich, savory flavor. It's not overly salty or heavy -- just perfectly balanced and deeply satisfying. The hand-pulled noodles are next-level. They're fresh, chewy, and soaked with the essence of the broth, which is incredibly flavorful without being overwhelming. You can really taste the craft in every bowl. Don't Skip: Steamed Dumplings The steamed dumplings pair beautifully with their vinegary house sauce -- a tangy, well-balanced dip that seems to be their own secret recipe. Simple but extremely well done. ‍ Chef Skills: The Noodle Master Watching the chef pull the noodles is a show in itself. It takes real strength and precision to stretch out those thick, heavy strands by hand -- and he does it constantly throughout the day. Super impressive. Bonus: They Accept Cards This is actually a big deal for a Chinatown spot, where many places are still cash-only. Super convenient and appreciated. Pro Tips The place is small and busy, especially on weekends. Expect a wait during peak times. For a quicker visit, aim for weekdays. Staff are attentive and efficient, even with the tight space and high pace. Overall 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles delivers authenticity, flavor, and craftsmanship. It has that unique, local vibe and every dish feels thoughtfully made. Highly recommended, especially if you love noodles done right -- and yes, they take cards!

If you like extreme spicy then this noodle spot will deliver! I am not a big spicy fan, which was why I took a bite of this dish and said no way. However my hubby loves spicy, and this was right up his alley. He did acknowledge that it was very spicy! I did a takeout from the restaurant and it was about 15 minutes wait. The restaurant is extremely small, tables are literally next to each other. It feels like a dine in and out kind of spot. Overall, I would not get this, however my husband liked it and that's all that matters. Takeout was seamless, just a long wait.

It's a popular spot where a line can easily form and get long. Inside is packed, going as a small party will help get you seated. I got the Signature Lanzhou Beef noodles with regular noodles. Despite the chili oil, it's not spicy and more like aromatic. I also liked the thickness of the regular noodle, which I would say is on the thinner side. The soup is deep and refreshing and the beef slices are easy to chew. It's very good but also very salty, even after the meal, I still felt the saltiness of the dish. Unfortunately, they forgot one of our orders, and didn't say anything it until we asked. It seems that ordering a noodle dish that isn't one of the most popular ones means that it will be forgotten. The food is good albeit salty, just be aware that it can get busy.

Been looking for authentic hand pulled noodles besides my go to spot Xi'an famous foods! Came across this spot on IG and their menu looks delicious and affordable, upon arrival around 2pm, it was extremely full of people (everyone had the same idea I guess) Took around 15-20mins to get seated, line wasn't too long. Inside was pretty loud (not because of music but from all the conversations going on and very snug seating area. The food was delicious, many different menu options, I tried both dry and soup noodles and both were perfectly cooked, definitely recommend the tripe.

Finally made it here one weekday during off-lunch hours (I think it was ~3pm). Even then, the place was packed--I think my friend waited 10 min to be seated. My Spicy Oil Spill Noodle with extra wide noodles was perfectly al dente, but the house special chili oil was pretty bland. My friend's noodz were similarly good quality, but the seasoning was lacking. Where 1915 disappointed me was in cleanliness and service. I don't expect Michelin-star service in Chinatown, but I do expect efficiency. They were so busy that we waited nearly 15 min to get menus, and even then, we had to ask for them first. It was similarly difficult to flag anyone down just to clear our bowls or get the check. And they were too busy to clear any of the nearby vacated tables, resulting in, well, flies buzzing around us all meal. Ugh.

Waited in line just about 7-10 minutes and got seated at the bar which was actually quite fun. You could see the noodles being pulled and formed and shaped and it's chaos because he just throws it in the giant pot and the woman in the back is able to time and keep filling bowls and keeping the same size and cluster of noodles together. We had the classic noodle soup with thick noodles (turned out to be the pyramid shape ones) and probably would have been better to do a thinner noodle for the soup. Then we had the spicy oil spill wide noodle with the braised beef. This was very good and the addition of the black vinegar was helpful to cut a bit of the fattiness from the beef and spice. Very bustling place. We enjoyed the bar seating.

Amazing!! We needed a place to eat on Thanksgiving night as we were visiting from Texas and had an early flight the next morning. The noodles were absolutely amazing and so flavor filled! The perfect meal and the service was so quick considering they were hand pulled noodles! We loved that the restaurant was packed and obviously a testament to how good the food is! Plenty of seating and we waited less than 15 minutes which was surprising since it went so viral on TikTok.

Love this place. I got take out the first time and thought while it was expensive for hand pulled noodles, it was very good and nowadays, nothing is cheap. On another trip out to Chinatown I decided to dine in and eat. This place is always packed. No matter what time! Most are tourists and the locals that come are usually the younger crowds. It has a modern cool vibe while also a little nostalgic Chinese with the dinnerware, waiter uniforms and workers making the noodles behind the glass. The space is tight, but if you can get a table in the back corner it's pretty comfortable. I got the beef noodle (not the signature one). It was sooooo flavorful. I love the generous amount of cilantro and the broth was well done. Noodles were cooked a little more than al dente but not mushy. Beef were chewy but not overdone. I'd eat it again in a heartbeat. When you eat solo, just be aware you may sit with a stranger but they are kind to ask if it is okay first. A lady joined me shortly after I sat down and we had a nice conversation about New York City. Of course if you want the peace, you can always say no.

Ambiance: this was pretty famous on TikTok and the chef is well known for this hand pull noodle Service: the service was good! It was pretty busy and hectic but overall we got the food fast Food $$: The noodles were like $15 and they have good appetizers Audience: Solo Trip [X] Family Friendly [ X] Friends [X] Date Spot [ ] Recommendations/tips: Overall smaller line and it's in Chinatown! Worth going

Good but pretty oily! I made the mistake of adding more chili oil... Beef was my favorite! One of the best well-seasoned beef I've had. Would come back to try the other dishes.

Big fan of the noodles itself (tried the thick and the wide). I've tried the pickled cabbage beef noodles - some pieces of beef noticeably more tender than others. Would've liked more pickled cabbage flavor but the soup was good and I'd find myself craving this on a winter day for sure. The spicy oil wide noodles are probably what I'll order more - it's super garlicky but does get salty after a while. It's not as thick as Xi'ans which I like, since their noodles gets really heavy after a few bites. Should probably skip the spicy beef and tripe appetizer though, there was barely any meat and the cilantro stems were sticking out everywhere. I did like the spice level for this though, would be good to mix with regular noodles. Seating is very tight :/

Overall: 5/5 Food: 5/5 - We got the signature beef noodle soup and the spicy oil noodles and both dishes were delicious ! We did think the chili oil noodles had a bit too much garlic but the spices, meat and flavor were delicious and savory in both dishes. I liked the soup a little bit more but both were definitely great ! Service: 5/5 - I came here with my sister at around 2:15pm on a Saturday and were pretty quickly seated. We quickly put in our orders and our food came out pretty fast and there were plenty of servers to ask for water/napkins. Value: 4/5 - Our total came out to around $40 (with tip). I have been wanting to try out this place for a while and it did not disappoint ! I would definitely come back and recommend.

The noodles are quite yummy! But if the wait is longer than 30 min, worth it once but over 30min is overkill of a wait!

When they say fresh noodles, they mean FRESH noodles. In the store, there's a window where you can see the chef hand pull the noodles himself, and you can really see the craftsmanship in his work. But, while we were there, the chef had put up a sign saying he'd be on break for 30 minutes. What we didn't know, was that for those 30 minutes, they don't have any extra noodles prepared, so no noodles get served for 30 minutes. We were unfortunately in a rush that day, but at least you know the noodles really are fresh. :D Otherwise, the food was really good! They have many noodle type options and a variety of soup noodles, dry noodles, or dumplings. I particularly enjoyed the chongqing hot & spicy noodles, and as an Asian, I can certify their food is actually spicy and it's a very good spice. The restaurant is pretty small and cramped and located in a busy area of Chinatown, so it can get a bit chaotic. Expect a little bit of a wait if you come during rush hour. The staff did their best to seat and serve everyone as quickly as possible, even with the noodle delay. They have another location in Kips Bay, so I'd recommend trying one of the locations!

solid spot for some hand-pulled lanzhou beef noodle soup! there has been a long line of late, but if you come early for lunch on the weekend it's easy to get a seat (noting this isn't a great spot for big groups because it's a small interior). the service was friendly, but they brought out our dishes at very different times, so some people in my group had their soup get a bit cold while waiting for others :( the noodles were good and well-priced, but the sides felt a bit steep (and I would skip next time).

I came here once for a weekday lunch takeout and got the N1 Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles ($14.95) and then again with a friend for a weekday lunch and got the Pickles Cabbage Beef Noodles ($15.95). Both were very delicious, and the noodles were perfect textures. Highly recommend getting the thin noodles for the noodle soups, I made the mistake of getting the wide noodles for one of them and it didn't get a chance to soak up the flavors of the soup so it wasn't as good. My mistake for ordering the noodle type out of the norm. Service is quick, and everything looked clean. I look forward to returning!

Came here for one thing and one thing only. PAN FRIED PORK BUNS! Oh man were they great! The best pan fried pork buns I've ever had. After mapping my way through Chinatown, it was time to finally enter this gem. I was super intrigued just by walking down the steps to enter. Such a cool spot. Small eatery with BIG FLAVORS. Once you enter you're smacked with aroma in the air. Once they figure out if you're a sit down or to go type of person. That's when the menu is given! And man do I regret not ordering more haha. But I was on a mission for the best pan fried pork buns. And this was the place for it. In the back you can see the chefs/cooks pulling noodles, steaming buns, and whipping up food fit for Gods. B2 please! Pan fried buns! Came with a side of some amazing sauce. Also don't forget to ask for some of their chili oil! They take pride in sourcing the best ingredients for the ultimate flavor enhancer. These were a real treat, and I can't get over the fact that I will possibly never find anything as close to what I experienced in NYC here in LA. If you know someone bomb hollar fam! Super packed with meat, filled with juices, perfect texture. Everything was just right. Can't ask for more. Make sure to try them out my NYC YELP friends and travelers! You won't be let down. Best pan fried pork buns!

In NYC for a brief visit, and back to my old Chinatown stomping grounds where my siblings and I used to ride the B train from BKLYN to the Grand Street stop, in order to do our weekly grocery shopping. Although, I don't miss carrying five plastic shopping bags in each hand for hours, only to have them dig and leave marks in my fingers. IFYKYK While I'm usually not one to visit a place based upon buzz garnered on social media, I made an exception for 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles because well...hand pulled noodles, right? 1915 has been featured on a few IG reels as well as YT shorts and I must admit, the food looked amazing. As is common in Manhattan Chinatown, the restaurant below ground, so after walking a few steps down, you immediately walk into a teeny-tiny "waiting area." About 3-4 ppl can stand, while another 3-5 can sit on the wooden bench next to the window. Don't be surprised, if after checking in someone at the register to place your name on the waiting list, if you need to step outside since... The main "dining room" is also a shoebox sized space. Diners are crammed into tables, and also don't be surprised if you need to share a long table with stranger(s). But these are small inconveniences, since I think I thought the food at 1915 was VERY good. If you must, wander up to the window looking into the kitchen, and snap the obligatory pic or 10-15 sec video of the chefs kneading and twisting balls of dough into strands of hand pulled noodles...hence the name of the place. No matter how many times I observe it, it is cool to see how in skilled hands, the transformation happens from dough to noodles. From the menu, there are a few choices of the types of noodles the kitchen can prepare. They're all good, but one of the specialities is the "prism" variety. There is a slight gap in the noodles which creates a bit of "hallowness" when you chew. it is quite unique and soaks up the sauce and soup with each bite. I ordered the classic Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles, which contained slices of slow roasted beef, thinly sliced radish, noodles, and a spicy-ish (but not too hot) deep broth. For $15, it's a bargain. The broth had a rich flavor, but admittedly, needed additional spoons of the chili oil on the table. The beef was tender and I really enjoyed the textural crunch from the radish. I always have a bias towards noodle soups, but was particulary happy with this bowl. Service was fine. Water glasses stayed full and napkins arrived when requested. Keep in mind, this is a small space so it gets HOT when the dining room is full - which is often. I was definitely sweating and wiping my face a few times during the meal. Since this place is still new, expect long lines and wait times; but IMHO, it's worth it.

Don't be intimidated by the line outside. It moves pretty fast. It was long but we were eating in about 30 minutes. It's not a large place. Once you order the food, you are eating in like 5 minutes! The choices of noodles is awesome since we all like different types. We already want to come back tomorrow!!

I was craving some good noodles and Asian food and this restaurant satisfied my craving. You can get a mix of thick hot noodle soup and some cold noodles. The place gets pretty busy but they work quickly so you just have to wait a little bit. The best dishes we ordered were the noodle entrees. We ordered the Handmade Braised Beef Noodles ($13.95) and the Scallion Oil Noodles ($8.95). Both were delicious in different ways. It was nice to have one wide noodle and one thin noodle to get both. We ordered the Beef Chinese Hamburger ($5.50) and the Pan Fried Dumplings ($10.95) which we said we would probably skip next time. The hamburger was our least favorite and the dumplings were good but nothing compared to the noodles. Definitely a great spot in Chinatown to eat some good noodles whether you want some cold or hot noodles on a cold or hot day.

This place is the best when it comes to decor and design. If you do dine in, you get to experience the nice tables and the blue and white porcelain plates and bowls that they use. Also it is very cozy with a nice ceiling that is painted of a sky and clouds. Everything in the restaurant is blue and white. The kitchen is an open window concept where they show you how they hand pull the noodles. Lots of staff working inside and outside the kitchen. There was busy traffic all over the place. There was a line to the bathroom and a waitlist too when I went inside. However I did takeout because I needed to go back to work. Just came here for lunch. What I love most about the place was the nice bowl of hand pulled noodles sitting outside of the restaurant that moves up and down like a ghost is holding chopsticks. Wonder how they do that automation because you cannot see anyone holding the chopsticks up and down. Noodles are really good. There were many types of noodles you can choose from ranging from thin, regular, wide, and extra wide! I opted for regular size hand pulled noodles for "Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles"! I got another set of noodles for $4 more on top of the bowl. When I opened the packaged noodles, I was amazed at how organized and clean they packed the soup, noodles, hot chili oil, onions, and beef slices. Nothing was spilled and disorderly. There was a lot of noodles and not enough soup though for the extra noodles I got on the side. The chili oil did make the soup mildly spicy. Beef was very tender and wish they added more beef slices. You can chew and taste the tendon that the beef slices contain. The onions were very flagrant and added flavor to the noodles and soup. Very fresh and tasty. I would definitely come here again.

Dish Ordered: Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles Visited With: Solo date on a cold day Service: 8/10 The service was solid. It took a little while for someone to take my order, but besides that it was smooth. The waiters were kind and attentive once things got going. Food: 9/10 The food was fire. The noodles were tender and soft, and that broth was so flavorful. Every spice in there worked together perfectly. Ambiance: 10/10 The restaurant was clean, cozy, and warm especially on a cold day. If you're coming alone, sit up front and watch them make the noodles. It's actually a really cool experience. It's not a huge space, but it feels comfortable and well-kept. Overall: A Really nice spot. Great food, great experience, and watching the noodle-making is a bonus. I'd definitely recommend it.

1915 Lanzhou has definitely been one of my favorite new finds this year. It's a tiny little subterranean storefront that slings some seriously delicious hand pulled noodles. There is a window in the back where you can watch the chefs handle the dough with expertise, bouncing and pulling the noodles to the thickness you prefer (there are seven different types of widths). My favorite thing to order thus far is the spicy oil spill noodles ($13.95) which features thick pappardelle like noodles coated with an incredibly flavorful chili oil. It is brothless, so I feel like it tastes less spicy compared to their signature beef noodle soup ($14.95) which does come with some slices of sweet daikon to help offset the heat. The noodles are springy with a nice chew and the chili oil housed in a container on every table is absolutely worth a try as well. I also really enjoy their lamb burger ($7.50), which is miles better than that of their closest competitor, Xian Famous Eats. The bun has a crisp exterior with a soft, doughy interior sandwiching some lightly spiced shredded lamb. Although the seasoning at Xian's is stronger, the bun shines at 1915. I've yet to try their liang pi ($11.95), which as it turns out, is only available in the summer after I kept inquiring about it for three consecutive visits. I'm not really sure why it isn't available until the summer, especially as you can get the same dish at Xian year-round so for that I will deduct a star.

my friend and i came here for dinner around ~7pm on a monday evening and had to wait about ~20 minutes in line to get seated, which i think was maybe irregular because there were several passerby who seemed shocked at the line for this place (maybe it's not usually like this?). obviously the place was packed and the employees were quick to move guests into and out of seats to accommodate the line that had accumulated. the tables were a bit cramped but we were grateful to be sat. we ordered the cold sesame noodles and the spicy oil spill noodles, both of which came out within 5 minutes of us ordering. i didn't love either of the dishes. i appreciated the noodle texture, bouncy and chewy. it's cool that you get to watch them make the noodles in house! but for the spicy oil spill noodles, i personally didn't love the chili oil that it came with, i thought it was a bit gritty and i didn't love the flavor. the sesame noodles were lukewarm (im not sure if they're actually meant to be cold cold) and they were okay. overall this was an okay experience and i am sure that i probably would've enjoyed the beef noodle dishes more, but as my friend was vegetarian, we opted to not get those. the service was speedy and the workers were very friendly. i would try this place again despite not LOVING the noodle dishes we had tried. really can't complain about the portion size, the prices, and the speed of service.

As far as Lanzhou noodles in NYC goes, this is the best I've had! The noodles soaked up the broth and flavor nicely. The broth is well seasoned. The meat is tender. Some of the radish was a bit bitter, but I'm not a big fan of radish so I didn't eat it anyways. We also ordered the marinated egg, expecting it to be peeled and added to the soup. They gave it to us unpeeled and it lost all flavor when it went into the soup. The pork & chive dumplings were juicy and good! The sauce that came with it was also good.

After a long walk in the rain across the Brooklyn bridge, my honey and I wandered into Chinatown, looking for something delicious and warm. We were drawn to this cute basement level noodle house, because of the line out the door and because of the bustle/semi chaos inside. Surprisingly, we were seated immediately at a community style table arrangement, next to this massive window that looked into the room where their famous hand pulled noodles were being made. Their menu was extensive, but incredibly affordable for the big portion sizes. We opted for the classic beef noodle soup with "thick" noodles (there are 7 thicknesses to choose from) and wontons in chili oil. Service was pretty fast, and the aesthetic was equal parts Chinese restaurant bustle, and moderately trendy, drawing a mixed crowd. Would absolutely return!

First time ever that a trending video of a place did not disappoint. The wait isn't that bad even if it looks long. The food pretty good. It reminds me of dun huang noodles in flushing. At least now I have a place if I'm craving those hand pulled noodles.

Food: The food is excellent here! I would highly recommend this restaurant for their noodles. I tried the Chongqing Spicy Noodles and chicken gizzard appetizer. The noodles are perfectly chewy and freshly made. You can see the chef pulling the noodles behind the window in the kitchen. The broth was also delicious. All ingredients were high quality. I will definitely be returning to this restaurant soon. Service: Service is excellent here. Staff are so friendly and attentive. They come around to fill your water without you having to ask. Ambiance: The space is very tight but they have tables for smaller and larger groups. You a might have to share tables and it's not a spacious restaurant. The place is clean and well-lit though. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant!