1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles

OMG, 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles is a must-visit restaurant in NYC. The food there was outstanding, and I loved how the noodles were hand-pulled. Which, in my opinion, makes the food there even better. Even though it's a small restaurant, the wait wasn't too bad; it was less than 30 minutes. Once we got a seat, the service was fast and we didn't have to wait too long for the food. As soon as we put the order in, the food came fast, and there wasn't a point where we were waiting to get the food we ordered. Which is appreciated. Thank you for that. The next time we are in NYC, 1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles will be a restaurant that will come back to have the other food that you offer

I visited this restaurant with a friend on a cold evening, and it truly lived up to its reputation. Though the space is small, creating a snug ambiance, it does mean there might be a bit of a wait. You have to full experience to watch the chef hand-pulling noodles and preparing fresh dumplings right before your eyes! - Chongqing Hot & Spicy Noodles: I opted for the thick noodles, which were cooked perfectly. The broth was rich, flavorful, and well-balanced--not overly spicy, but still packed with warmth and depth. - Spicy Dry Beef Noodles: While not my personal favorite, it was a solid dish with good flavors. - Pork & Chive Dumplings: These were a standout! Juicy, bursting with flavor, and incredibly satisfying. The dumpling skin is on the thicker side, which I found to be a nice touch. The service was excellent, and the portions were generous, with prices that felt very reasonable for the quality and quantity. I'd definitely come back and highly recommend it!

10/10. I was very sad when I became full. I went back the next day though. The braised noodles were top tier. Dry noodles delicious as well but a little spicy. Fried pork buns WOW. Service is super nice and efficient. Great to see the noodles being made. Love it here.

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!

Sweet Spot. Super Busy. Great Food. I got the Chongqing Hot & Spicy Noodles and I shared the Pan Fried Pork Buns with my buddy. These are hands down the best Pan Fried Pork Buns I have ever had, the dough was very flavorful compared to other Pork Buns I have had. The Noodles came in a light & spicy broth, the noodles themselves had great structure but remained soft and chewy which I enjoy, then the minced pork on top was very tasty. The atmosphere was awesome, you can tell the chefs and the staff only care about serving great food and sharing their culture. Love to see it, I’ll be back and I recommend you pop in for some great Noodles.

Stopped in for lunch. The room temp Xian tofu skin noodle were great for a hot day. The hand pulled noodles were also excellent. We could see them pulling the noodles in the kitchen while we ate. The staff were eager to help and very attentive— so nice!! Highly recommend.

Noodle soups were big portions, very flavorful, great chewy noodles! We got the braised beef and the classic lanzhou. Not a fan of the wontons in chili, they lacked flavor. The fried buns were really good though! Limited seating so get there early if you don’t want to wait

Great place to satisfy your noodle cravings. The noodles are made fresh and cooked perfectly, chewy and tender. The broth are similarly delicious with just a little bit of heat. The restaurant is small and quaint which makes the atmosphere more pleasant and welcoming. The owner is equally polite and personable. He treated us as if we’ve been friends for years. I highly recommend this place, you will definitely love it!

The food here is fantastic. I was also happy to see a solid number of vegetarian options. We were lucky not to have a wait to get seated. The vegetable dumplings were definitely my favorite - pleasant texture on the wrapper, and a very flavorful filling of vegetables and tofu with a nice note of black cardamom. The chili oil noodles were also great, with bouncy noodles tossed in a spicy and sour chili oil and vinegar sauce with a heavy hit of raw garlic. The fried dough with condensed milk was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and not too sweet. The whole meal worked out to about $33 each, but we definitely over-ordered.

It feels like a lot of the poor reviews for this excellent noodle place are for takeout which is unfortunately predictable as fresh noodle textures like these are kind of ruined when delivered but oh well as they choose to deliver. Anyway, I have been to this very crowded place a couple of times. The place is tiny and the staff here are standard for crowded Chinese spots though helpful for other folks who don't know what they want. I have had the N1/Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles/蘭州牛肉麵 ordering it as Wide(宽面) as well as the N3- Handmade Braised Beef Noodle. Prism(韭叶) style. The latter dish was my presence for both the noodles as well as the meat. The prism style which are both flat and wide absorb the soup very nicely while also being thin enough to easily pick up with chopsticks. The broth for both is well flavored and apparently not made with MSG if anyone cares about this and if you want to add a bit of chili, their chili oil has a bit of heat and a good amount of roasted flavor. The added egg on the side lacked a bit of tea flavor but was definitely better than Huang or Beef Up nearby. I found the beef also better prepared than the lamb. In terms of other comparison to places nearby, I found the noodles to have a better texture at Beef Up Noodle with their bowl also being much bigger. I also like the fact that you don't need to buy water there and there's other free drinks. The broth is a bit better here but the lamb is worse being less tender and less flavorful. It's definitely better than Dun Huang as well. In short, if you want lamb, go to Beef Up and if you want beef, go here. Next time I go, I'll probably try the dumplings or maybe the Liangpi/cold skin noodles as I haven't had a good version in a while and I'll expect the line as always.

Went here on for dinner on a Thursday night and the place was PACKED. The space is small but people moved in and out pretty quickly. Our party for 2 was seated quickly sharing a table with another party of 2. We each ordered the dry spicy beef noodles and shared a lamb burger. It was very strange to me that they did not offer any tap water but you could only buy bottle water so I got one since I definitely need water for spicy food. The food came very quickly despite how busy they were. The lamb burger was stuffed with nicely spiced chunks of lamb but the bread was a bit bland. The noodles were incredibly flavorful with slices of beef shank, chili oil, scallion, and cilantro. The spice was a decent level but not too much, more like a fragrant spice. Toward the bottom it did get a little too salty and oily for me but I liked how the sauce coated every single noodle. Overall, a nice place to get some hand pulled noodles but be wary of the crowd!

This noodle place is serving up authentic Lan Zhou style of la mian (ramen). Fast and friendly service. We got N1 and N3 noodles and two hamburgers (lamb and beef). So much flavor and good amount of spice in the soup, texture of the noodles feels handmade and has a good chew, and the beef are tender. Do not order the marinated egg topping, it had no flavor and it's just a hard boiled egg. The hamburgers were a huge disappointment though, both the fillings and the bun were so dry, the fillings were so spicy and yet lacked depth in flavors, these might be the driest rou jia mo I have eaten.

I saw this place on my TikTok feed multiple times and finally got a chance to try it out despite it being a bit out of my way in Kips Bay. I got the standard Lanzhou noodles with sliced beef as well as the garlic cucumber appetizer. The garlic cucumber was actually really flavorful, with notes of sweetness in the sauce pairing well with the punch of garlic. The Lanzhou beef noodles were also pretty tasty, with a nice flavorful broth, tender beef, and bouncy noodles. It's a pretty good value as well with a lot of noodles for the price. The staff was also fairly attentive and I got seated pretty quickly with my food served quickly as well. Overall would recommend this place for a casual bite if you're in the area.

I was craving some hand-pulled noodles, so I decided to check out this restaurant! There were a few parties waiting outside, but since I was dining solo, I was able to grab a seat at the bar next to the kitchen. I actually really liked my spot--it gave me a great view of the chefs hand-pulling noodles and preparing dishes while I waited for my food. I ordered a lamb burger and the spicy oil noodles. The lamb burger came out quickly, and I have to say, it's the best Chinese lamb burger I've had in the city! I originally came for the noodles, but I almost always order a lamb burger when I visit hand-pulled noodle spots, so I stuck to that habit--and I'm so glad I did! The bun was incredibly fluffy, and the braised lamb inside was tender, making every bite a perfect balance of meat and bread. As for the seared oil noodles, they were flavorful at first, but the spicy oil--loaded with fresh minced garlic--quickly overwhelmed my palate. I found myself pausing often to sip water just to balance out the intensity. While I loved the texture of the noodles, the sauce just wasn't my favorite (though if you're a garlic lover, you might enjoy it more than I did). Next time, I think I'll try one of their noodle soups instead. While I was eating, I saw the kitchen preparing dumplings, so I ordered the veggie dumplings to go. They were shaped like little leaves--so cute!--and packed with flavor. Honestly, they didn't even need the dipping sauce, but I still recommend pouring a bit on top--the sauce pairs beautifully with the seasoning in the filling. Overall, I'm giving this place a 4 out of 5. I had a great experience and enjoyed the food! The only reason I'm not giving it a 5 is because the dining area is quite small. If you've been out shopping or are coming from school, it might be tricky to find space to store your belongings, especially at the bar where I was seated--it's definitely a tight fit.

After trying the Chinatown location, I wanted to try this one. It was just as good and a bit more relaxed of an experience. There was ample seating the entire time even thought it's small. I tried the braised beef noodle soup this time and it was delicious. It's fun watching the chef make your actual noodles after you order. Host and waiters were attentive. Price is reasonable. Next time I'll try the wide noodles bc my neighbor had those and they looked great! I asked and the host said you can ask them to not put cilantro on your dish if you dislike it. I know many people do not like it. A great dining experience!

***Fresh, Quick Service, Limited Seating*** I came here on a weekday for dinner and there was already a line outside. They do not take reservations. The restaurant is fairly small so there is limited seating. However, the food is very delicious and I highly recommend checking this place out. You won't be disappointed!

Cuisine: 9 Service: 7 Decor: 6 Value: 8 Overall: 9 I'm truly a Flushing kind of guy. When it comes to traditional mainland Chinese food, I always feel like Flushing restaurants do it the best. However, Manhattan has excellent hand pulled noodles too. Though I may prefer Very Fresh Noodles in Chelsea Market a bit more for their signature Taiwanese beef noodle soup (soy based), I really enjoyed what I had here as well. Unlike that one, the Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles here has a clear broth, which lacked some beefiness, but still quite good. My strong recommendation is to skip the thin noodles and go with the regular or one of the thicker/wider options. There is just a better chew when biting into a denser noodle. Other than soup noodles, there is a handful of dry noodles too. The surprise for me was how much I enjoyed the Stewed Beef Tripe Noodles. The intense flavor combination, a kick of spiciness, along with the slightly chewy beef tripe, paired magnificently with the freshly made hand pulled noodles (I got regular). These were some of the best noodles I have tasted in NYC, both texturally and flavor-wise. Obviously, prices are maybe 20-30% more than what I'm use to in Flushing, but I think it's worth it. Planning to be back to try more of the menu soon. Just be mindful of long lines during peak hours.

TL;DR - independent XFF with more variety. Food (4/5) - Got braised beef noodle with extra wide noodles, and condensed milk buns. Portion sizes were pretty big for 10-15, I barely finished my bowl and it was basically my only meal for the day. The extra wide noodles were really big and I was lacking broth at the end - think I will try skinnier or maybe the prism noodle next time. They do taste fresh and have a good bite. The broth isn't too rich, doesn't weigh you down. The deep fried buns were great, it is a higher bun to condensed milk ratio than usual, the condensed milk is largely drizzled on the top. Ambiance (4/5) - Loud but not too badly, we were also sat really close to the speaker and was still manageable. Most of the songs are pop, but global. Very quick turnaround, but didn't feel too rushed. Price (4/5) - Pretty good for Manhattan, 10-15 for most entrees and pushing 10 for appetizers.

Have been wanting to try this place for quiet while! And finally made it here on a Saturday morning, they open at 10:30am, so I got there on the dot. However when I got there, was told by the very nice waiter that I would need to wait 30 minutes for the noodle to be ready. So I was a little cranky about it but I had nothing else planned that day anyway so I decided to wait.... Presentation of the bowl of noodle is top notch! Looks like a beautiful painting lol it was very good and did not disappoint. It's weird that they make you buy bottle of water instead of serving water, since the price of the noodles is pretty high. I paid cash with tips, $20! I kinda wish that this is a self service place but not a sit down, just because table service drive the cost up a lot for the customers. Not sure if I will return back at this location, will probably try the Chinatown newly opened location. I have to say the wait staff are very attentive and friendly. Chili oil is very tasty with the sesame seeds but not as spicy as I would hope. Oh and I don't think they have bathrooms for customers as well. Cash and credit cash same price.

I thought the Chinatown location was small but this one seems even smaller! There definitely seems to be less seating, so there's often a line out the door. You painstakingly watch other people scarf down their noodles with glee as you're forced to stare into both your desperate reflection in the window and the happiness blossoming on their faces as they're in their own little heaven. Service is ok. I don't expect much from an affordable and bomb place that's trendy. Noodle soup here is obviously superb. Why else would you torture yourself standing outside on a cold winters day when you could get food quicker elsewhere? The soup breathes life into you: rich, hearty, full of spices, etc. The noodles are bountiful and fun to chow on. The meat is tender and gets gobbled down quick. Rather affordable for what it is in a dine-in restaurant. Excellent if you're craving spicy noodles, not as great if you're hangry af. Beware!

Four stars because it was better than three other noodle places I have been, but the takeout version does not match the in store version. Ordered the cold skin noodle, texture of the skin was meh, tofu sucked, overall meh. The dry beef noodle did not have any flavor, sauce was alright. The in person experience had long lines so I wanted to skip that whole thing. It was super busy inside. I will have to dress up the noodles at home and make them better.

Read about this place in The NY Times and then realized it was in the neighborhood. Stopped by a bit before noon on a rainy day- perfect soup weather! This place is a hole in the wall- seats around 20 people. The lovely host shoehorned people in like a Tetris champ. It was really fun to watch the staff make hand pulled noodles behind a transparent partition. I had no choice but to sample the Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles. The soup was piping hot and off the charts. There was a lot of oil in the broth. At first, I was put off, but it turned out to be good. The beef was similar to what you would find in pho. The thick noodles were the star of the show. They were delicious and pleasantly chewy. This is the kind of place that would make Anthony Bourdain happy. It's a real find. It's not fine dining, but it's awesome. Looking forward to working my way through the menu.

A fantastic and cozy noodle joint! I read about this on the New York Times and had to stop by while in town and in line, I heard more people talking about how they found this place via Tik Tok so I bet the popularity for these noddles have grown exponentially as it is totally worth the hype. We arrived for lunch around 1:20pm on a Saturday and waited about 20 minutes in line. There were several parties ahead of us but all the parties ahead of us were more than 2 people so we were able to get seated at the bar where we could watch the noodles being made. I got the Signature Lanzhou noodles with Prism noodles and my husband got the Braised Beef Noodles with Wide noodles. Both noodle dishes had the noodles rolled out in front of us and the bowl was placed in front of us within 10 minutes. I was worried the Lanzhou would be too spicy but it was not. It had just enough heat to warm me up on a winter February day. Both broths were rich and flavorful. The wide noodles are definitely handmade because it seemed like it was just one long noodle. You can slurp for days and still have more noodles to go through. A single bowl will leave you stuffed and satisfied. We also got the Pork & Chive dumplings and these had thick wrappers and were stuffed inside. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal here and would love to stop by again. Be prepared to wait but know that the wait is very well worth it.

Soo good omg! The texture of the noodles was absolutely amazing. I tried both N4 (pickled cabbage beef noodles) and N1 (signature lanzhou beef noodles), and I liked N4 better because the chili oil flavor is a bit overwhelming in N1. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the noodle textures. The portion sizes are huge! I think two people can share one bowl. The pan fried buns are very big, and I loved the flavor and crispy outside of the bun. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes. The service was very fast. They have very little seating. We came at 4:30pm on a Friday, and they only had one table available.

I got their braised beef noodle soup and their lamb Chinese burger. It's definitely a good place to get authentic Chinese noodle soup dishes, without having to go to another Asian neighborhoods! For their burger, the bun is a lot bigger than what I'm used. I didn't mind because I liked their bun and I can still taste a lot of the meat, so I definitely enjoyed ordering this!

We ordered 3 things to try: N1.Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles D1.Special Dry Beef Noodle B2.Traditional Pan Fried Buns/6 Pcs D1 was my favorite. The noodles were perfectly chewy and well-coated in the spicy sauce, and there was decent serving of beef. N1 was good but I do wish the soup had a beefier flavor to it. The dumplings weren't my favorite but that's because I don't like doughy buns.

This is a solid solid spot for those looking for a fast and easy fill. The noodles come out piping hot and ready to eat. Their chili oil is to die for and the place is clean and efficient. Drinks are self serve and there is a window and single seating for those dinning alone ! All of their options are amazing and I highly recommend coming back for more. I usually get their original Lanzhou beef noodles but I have yet to try the dry version. Which is what I will be getting in the next visit. There are various noodle options from thickness to texture The interior is spacious but I will say the tables are pretty crammed together. A touristy spot but that doesn't mean the food doesn't taste good !

Heard good things from someone who is a local in the area. I ordered the Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodle and Lamb Chinese Hamburger. Flavors were satisfying for both. I would come back for the flavor. But... I do find the lamb dry. The noodles were not chewy, I am unsure if itnis bec I got it doordash-ed and it might have affected the quality of the noodle. The beef in the noodle has some more room to be more tender. Added boiled egg in the order and it was overcooked. Was unable to take a picture of the noodle soup, I got excited sipping the soup!! Lol For some reason, I am not convinced this resto deserves 3 stars... so.. if and when I come back in the area, I will be trying then again... I will be sitting down and eating there and will update my review.

Came here with my boyfriend and we ordered so much because we were so excited. My top dish was the dry beef noodles - spices were done to perfection and SO happy with how chewy the noodles were, even though they are on the thinner side! We also got the oil spill noodles, traditional lanzhou beef noodle soup, steamed buns, and the lamb burger. Oil spill noodles had a slight smokiness to it, which I didn't expect (tasty in my opinion) ! Great service despite a super busy and small place, wait was around 35mins outside in the cold. Worth it though!

I finally made it here on a cold, rainy Saturday in NYC and didn't have to wait on a long line - maybe 15 minutes tops the place is tiny inside. I ordered the classic traditional noodle dish with an add on egg - and I asked for spicy and it definitely got me sweating ! The hand pulled noodles is the reason you go to this place and man was it worth it! The noodles are soft , fresh and just downright delicious! Additionally I ordered steamed pork buns and they were equally delicious! I had to take some home ! I will definitely return and will try the different noodles and combos ! It really is one of my new favorite places to eat in NYC!

I was craving some spicy noodles, so I decided to order some noodles from 1915 Lanzhou. Since I ordered the noodles through delivery, I can't comment too much on service or ambiance. N1 Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles (wide noodles): 9/10 (solid noodles with chili oil base. I wish the broth has a bit more flavor though.)

Great hand pulled noodles spot! I ordered the Signature Lanzhou Beef Noodles - great broth and chewy noodles. They have a bunch of noodle sizes and let you choose type you want. I luckily didn't have to wait for a table and was seated right away but it filled up afterwards. Service was pretty fast and food came quickly. Note that they don't serve tap water but you can buy bottled water or another drink.

The lines are no joke! We came on a sat and waited almost 2.5 hours for a table of 3. The place is inviting and service is attentive. The menu is extensive but the Lanzhou beef noodles are a must try. The broth is rich and tastes like a home cooked meal. Noodles are nice and chewy. Would recommend!

Wow, this place is amazing if you want authentic Chinese pulled noodles!! I ordered the classic Lanzhou chili oil noodles (~$15) and the lamb roujiamo (~$6), and both were fantastic. The noodle soup was so flavorful, and the portion is pretty big too. My favorite part is that you have the option to choose the noodle shape. That's how fresh the noodles are! The service is decently fast too.

First time I tried coming here they were closed due to a gas issue in the building. Made it back yesterday and it was well worth it. It is literally a hole-in-the-wall so we had to wait a few minutes but the service was over-the-top friendly and fast. The noodles were being pulled five feet from your table and served fresh with amazing flavor. I had the dry beef noodles and they were on point. Just make sure your chopsticks game is ready because I didn't see any forks!

What a great authentic hand pulled noodle shop. Tender, chewy, perfectly sauced. Probably one of the best hand pulled noodle spots in NYC.

Had the spicy oil spill noodles, great flavor & perfectly chewy noodles. There chilli oil is amazing too! Great spot for a cold day!

Waited for an hour for a party of 4. This isn't my favorite noodle place and I wouldn't go back given the long wait but worth checking out! I enjoyed the thicker noodles with pickled greens.

Excellent northern Chinese that's freshly made right in front of you in a small space. The staff were friendly and always busy cleaning up and turning over tables. The noodles can be specialized for size. It took around 10 min for us to get our food. I got the noodle soup braised beef noodle and the meat was so tender and the noodles with the right amount of chew. The dry noodle beef dish was even tastier and had more of that numbing spice for depth. I'll def be back to try the other dishes.

I wanted to experience the raving reviews but somehow my experience fell short. The restaurant's small and very cramped, perhaps that's one of the reasons some people are drawn to it ("Chinese food is in dirty cramped spaces."). The food wasn't bad, but the wait for the food was very long. I understand there were many takeout orders, but waiting 20 minutes after ordering for the first items to arrive was long for noodles. The noodles were decent, but the texture wasn't the best I've had.

Was craving some beef noodle soup and this hit the spot. I got here at 5pm on a Saturday and there was already a line of about 10 people waiting to be seated. We waited about 30 minutes in line so dress warmly if you plan on going at busy times. You get to choose your noodle shape that is hand made fresh. I tried the classic Lanzhou Beef Noodle soup with regular noodles. The soup had a nice light taste and the meat was tender. It isn't very spicy but there is chili oil at the table that you can add. If you want a beefier flavor, I would maybe try the braised beef noodle soup. We also tried the special pork dry noodle with prism shaped noodles. The prism shape just has corners / edges rather than being round, and was a similar width to the regular noodles. I think I preferred this over the soup, but again I added more chili oil and thought the flavors would be stronger. Overall, this place does a really good job for this style of noodles and soup, but I don't think I'd wait outside in the cold again for it. Also note: they don't serve tap water here so you have to buy their bottled drinks or bring your own water.

This is my favorite noodle spot in my area! The moment you walk in and look at the menu, it feels incredibly authentic. The food truly feels like home and I love coming here. The staff are very attentive. I went so often for a bit, that they even remembered me! There was one time they gave us the wrong order of noodles on accident, so they just let us keep it for free so we could "try something new" and went back to make what we originally ordered too. The interior is spacious and there is plenty of seating. During lunch and dinner, they fill up, but it's a testament of how great their food is!

Yo, deez guys are no joke. The freakin' soup there is on point and Benjamin was the host with the most. He oversees everything just to make sure your dining experience is the best they can offer. It's a tiny place (seats under 30 with a bar and a single table porch outside) This place is cozy small but their soups are tasty AF. Get there early I hear there's a lunchtime wait. Awesome experience Try it You'll like it

Small noodle shop tucked away in kips bay. Very fresh noodles with good texture (with multiple noodle types to choose from). Sauces and broths were done well - only complaint would be very few meat pieces in the noodle soups.

Customer service and food were both excellent! We ordered handmade braised beef noodles ($13.95), potato salad ($6.95) and sweet buns. The potato salad was raw and not really what I expected. It tasted mala and spicy. The noodles were so tasty and the portion size is huge! The buns were delicious and sweet. The wait was about 20 minutes since the restaurant is small and doesn't have many tables but the wait was worth it! Highly recommend! 9/10

5 stars for the dry beef special noodles. They are served at room temperature but are absolutely delicious. Nice szechuan pepper spice and a good sized portion. Only minor complaint is they were a bit too oily. The pan fried pork buns were also very tasty (6 per order) as were the pan fried dumplings (8 per order, kind of look like tiny tacos more than dumplings). The space itself is very cramped, with the waiters having to squeeze through to get to tables. It is also a bit strange that they don't serve water, you have to buy a bottle, which in NYC is borderline ridiculous. All that said, I would go back, but would likely get the dry beef special noodles for takeout since they are served at room temperature anyway.

My friends and I came to 1915 on a Friday night and waited around 30 minutes for a table for 4. We sat down and were given menus right away. Service was pretty quick and they gave recommendations for the noodle thickness if you are unsure which one to choose. The cumin lamb came out quickly and was very flavorful. The dough was chewy instead of flakey and was stuffed well with meat. The original beef noodle soup was good - my only critique was that some of the pieces of beef were chewy and tough, while others were more tender. Other than that, it was a pretty solid bowl for around $15.

It was ok.. Friend got this for me to try. Lamb was seasoned and had a nice kick to it. It was missing a sauce like a mint chutney or something acidic to cut the richness of the meat and oily bread. Decently priced. Will try the noodles next time because it's their signature.

A small shop that's so conveniently located. They have a whole menu but you can pick your noodle thickness and you see the person making the noodles. So homey and this will be a regular spot for us Beef noodle soup ($14.50) - a hearty bowl of soup w good amount of meat and veggies, lots of noodles too so you leave full! Very flavorful while not being overwhelmingly oily, I think I got the thick noodles bc I like thicker noodles but they have a bunch of sizes so you can get them to your liking ‍ Instagram - @joangela.eats

I came on a Sunday night for dinner. Waited around 30 minutes to be seated. They don't serve water with their food even though you tip, I wish they would have cups of water. Cucumber salad and signature LAN Zhou Noodles was delicious, the broth was deep and noodles were al dente. I would go back for take out. Space is cramped

So great the middles were so so good. The stag was so sweet. Fantastic meal! Would recommend! Saw in tick tock

Great experience at this tiny spot! Eat and go! Don't linger and waste time...unless you're ordering more! A line outside forms fairly fast. We went around noon and got a table pretty fast. Loved their recommendations for the width of noodles according to what we were ordering. Really wanted to try the dry beef noodles but was told that it was a cold noodle. Since it was a cold and rainy day, we opted for the hot noodle soups. Very delicious, staff/host was very friendly and courteous. Will come again!

Craving some noodles and dank broth? try this place out. Great for when Winter Is Coming. for $15... amazing and very filling. - signature lanzhou beef noodle soup. so flavorful and the noodles were perfect chewy texture. I wish the broth was a little hotter but i got it as pickup so maybe it would've been hotter if i ate in the restaurant. - special dry beef noodles were extra spice-ful but not too spicy and so good. i got wide noodles and prism noodles. honestly, can't go really wrong. texture is great, it's just preference. Highly recommend!

I came here for lunch on a sunday and it was pretty packed. The place is a quick and easier lunch spot for you to grab a bit and go. I got the spicy oil spillled noodles and pan fried buns. The oil spilled noodles were thick and chewy. You can tell these noodles are hand pulled and of great quality. They were cooked to the perfect texture where you get to taste the chewy and bouncy texture. It tasted delicious combined with the chilly oil. The pan fried bun was filled with pork and veggies. It has a bit of meat juice flowing out with eat bite. Overall, a great place for a quick lunch

If you're looking for a quick, affordable, and absolutely delicious bowl of noodles, this is the place to try. There was a short 15 minute wait when I went, and the music paired with the cramped seating wasn't too accommodating, but the noodles made it completely worth it. Would recommend the dry beef noodles and the lamb burger!

Delicious! The soup is incredibly flavorful while nice and clear, the noodles itself have great chew and flavor, and the beef is really tender. Unfortunately there isn't much beef so I'd recommend adding. One of the best lanzhou hand pulled noodles I've had! I got the extra wide style.

Never thought I'd find such authentic and affordable Chinese food in Kips Bay! This is the type of hole in the wall that I love and would usually have to go to Chinatown for - so I'm elated they decided to open up shop here on E 26th! And I'm sure the neighborhood agrees. When we stopped by around 7:45pm on a Saturday evening, the place was packed and there was a never-ending stream of Panda/Grubhub/Seamless delivery drivers coming and going. We had to wait ~20 min for a table! (However around 8:30pm there were many available - so I suggest avoiding rush hours unless you don't mind waiting) My partner and I shared the Signature LZ Beef Noodles ($13.95) and ordered extra noodles for an additional $4. The bowl was filled to the BRIM with wide noodles. We really enjoyed the chew, the flavor, but next time we'd definitely get 2 individual orders instead - it was difficult to share/separate especially since they gave us small plastic takeout containers as our "sharing bowls," and the beef to noodle ratio became pretty off lol We also had the Special Dry Beef Noodle ($13.95), which was a cold/room-temp saucy dish that had a bit more of a tangy kick. Even though our server had recommended it out of all the options under the "Dry Mix Noodles" section of the menu, it wasn't my cup of tea and would prob skip next time. I can see other people liking it though. I'd also skip the lamb burger - I thought it was overly seasoned in cumin(?) and over salted. The pan fried pork dumplings ($10.95), however, were soo good. Chef's kiss. Highly recommend. Would 100% return for the signature beef noodles and fried dumplings and to continue eating through the rest of the menu!