Shann Xi Magic Kitchen

After grocery shopping at 99 Ranch Market on Balboa Street, we stopped by the food court and decided to eat at Shann Xi Magic Kitchen. The employee at the cash register was very helpful and gave us a run down on what’s popular and made a few suggestions. The employee running the cash register has good sales skill and we were sold . We decided to have their most popular dish, beef noodles (large sized hand pulled noodles). We were told by the employee that he would bring the food to us. The bowl of beef noodles was piping hot when delivered. The portion was good for lunch with the right balance of beef and noodles. We were delighted that the beef shank was very tender with no excess fat, chewy noodle texture and the soup was flavorful but a little greasy due to the chili oil. Overall, we liked our beef noodle soup especially on a cool Spring day. Will come back if we are in the area.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Spicy Soup with Beef

My friend and I really enjoyed this restaurant. Both of us ordered the pulled noodles, which a good amount of raw garlic (good for your health!). I personally did not like the food as much as my friend, who vouched it was better than other places. Nevertheless I thought it was all worth it and would recommend it, as they have a style that feels home-made.

Parking: Absolutely no issues.

Kid-friendliness: Almost certainly kid friendly.

Wheelchair accessibility: Almost certainty no issues with wheelchair, as there are no stairs or interferences with the entrance of the supermarket

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great. Cheap. Inside ranch 99 food court, sometimes they have specials and discounts.

Ordered first but served last. I wanted to cancel the order but they didn’t allow. Turned out waiting for 40min for a noodle.

Waited more than 30mins for a noodle

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 1

Be a man, get the mapo tofu extra spicy, clear out them sinuses. I'm a spice nut and this is the spot that gives me the kick I need.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This restaurant mainly made Chinese pancake and noodle but their signature Chinese pork and lamb burgers tasted disappointing. Their Chinese pancake was great, but the meat was not juicy without any vegetable. Their cold noodle was also not authentic by adding much vinegar and less sugar. The only thing that we ordered and tasted better than what I expected was the spicy minced pork noodle. The noodle was flavorful with great hot soup and a variety of toppings.

Vegetarian options: Tofu

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Beef Noodle Soup, Noodles, Spicy Soup with Beef

We get their roujiamo (the bun with pork/lamb), big plate chicken, fried buns and dumplings often, for take out. And we order the noodles when we eat at the food court. Tastes quite authentic and I’m happy to have Shan Xi foods here in

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Noodles, Pan-Fried Bun, Spicy Cumin Lamb Burger

Very good food! Highly recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nice experience and will comeback again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food here is pretty average. The only standout is the Liang-pi. The green bean dish is overly oily, and the shredded potatoes are slimy and lack flavor. The Da Pan Ji is mostly fried potatoes with some stewed chicken—definitely not worth ordering. Overall, the meal was too greasy, and I didn’t feel well afterward.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 3

Delicious ! 😋

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Noodle Soup, Noodles, Spicy Soup with Beef

Delicious ! ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Noodle Soup, Shannxi Style Biang Biang Noodles, Noodles, Spicy Soup with Beef, Dry Fried Green Beans

This store in a food court is really nice. It’s affordable (10-20 dollars per person) and they serve the food fast. The food is decent too. I like go out shopping here and have a lunch or just come straight here for food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Noodles

Everything is super tasty！The stewed beef with potato is my favorite. The staff is very friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5