Noodles near South El Monte, CA

“I can't stop thinking about this restaurant. The interior is very plain, but the table has all the sauces and utensils you need. The menu has a great selection. Once you order, the food comes out fast, and it's piping hot. Everything tasted super fresh. I had the spring rolls (10/10) and the curry with vermicelli AND bread. This was a lot of carbs, but worth it! If I had to pick one, though, I'd go with the bread; it was hot and crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. It was the last thing to come out, so I think they make it fresh. The flavor profile on the curry was amazing, and I can't compliment their mock meat enough; their chicken is some of the best I've had. My friend had the Pho and said it was great too. I will be going again. Updated from previous review on 2026-10-03“

“This simple place becoming my favorite noodle restaurant in san gabriel valley, because they have really good noodle, cook to perfection, good portion as well, service is really fast, and plenty of parking in the plaza or street parking. Just come, eat good noodle, and leave happy..“

“4.5 Real Score -- What a great hole in the wall Chinese noodle spot! The handmade noodle texture was perfect, and my Dan Dan noodles were pretty delicious. My only thing about the noodles were that they were a bit salty even after tossing them evenly. Perhaps I will ask for less oil and sesame paste but otherwise, this is a must visit place with excellent noodles!“

“Amazing food!!! When you walk in the smell of the restaurant just takes you in.“

“Hungry Bird is new in town, and I’m lucky enough to live just a few blocks away. This was my first visit, and I loved it! Everything looked and tasted delicious. They have chicken, beef, seafood, and pork skewers, plus noodles and sushi rolls. I came for the skewers, and I’d definitely come back to try more.

Thank you, Hungry Bird!

— One happy, hungry customer“

“Although the restaurant is often crowded, the wait staff are usually responsive and able to attend to customers' needs.“

“My Chinese buddies took me out to eat here and it was spectacular. Every dish was amazing, from the vegetable dishes to the dumplings to the side dishes. I don't frequently go out toward the Rosemead or San Gabriel Valley area, but starting to think I should. The interior is clean and very modern. They're also known for their special tea drinks, which was also delicious. My wife really enjoyed their smashed lemon tea drink. Service was very fast with no frills whatsoever. They really do mean business here, and in a good way! I heard that this place can get quite packed on the weekends, but we went on a week night with minimal wait times. Would recommend this place highly if you're in town and just want something solid at a very good price.“

“Pretty solid spot for a quick meal. Signature potato noodles were chewy with that numbing spicy broth, I kept fishing out the potato slices. Added a few fried skewers on the side, crunchy and salty, and they pack everything neatly for pickup, tbh that helps.“

“Excellent food and great service. Family owned and my favorite local eatery. Please try it.“

“Nem Nướng Khánh Hoà is widely praised for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine and warm atmosphere. The restaurant’s specialty is nem nuong cuon, a dish of grilled pork meatballs wrapped in rice paper and served with fresh herbs and vegetables. The dish stands out for its flavorful, fresh grilled pork and the crunchy texture of the accompanying ingredients“

“These noods are Michelin rated. So let’s see if they’re pretty good eh or ew. This spot is family owned and operated and are super nice. I got their green onion pancake, house special fried noodle, and wife noodles to try. The pancake was not oily, thin, and had good green oniony flaves. The fried noodles had some velveted pork slices, bamboo shoots, wood ear mushrooms, and onions with some knife cut wide soy savory Noods. It was a bit on the oily end tho. My fave was definitely their iconic wife noodles that had perfect qq round noodles topped with some thin cucumbers, savory zha Jiang sauce, melt in your mouth beef, and yummy tomato eggs. MNM. Overall this place was lowkey pretty good.

Green onion pancake $8.99
Fried noodles $17.50
Wife noodles $18“

“Tried Vege Valley Restaurant recently and honestly it was a good surprise. I’m not even strictly vegetarian but the food was really flavorful and fresh. Ordered noodles and a veggie dish both were well cooked and not too oily, which I liked.
The place is simple perfect for a relaxed meal. Service was quick and staff were polite. Pricing also feels reasonable for the portion size.
Only small issue was parking, took a bit of time to find a spot. But overall definitely worth visiting if you want healthy and tasty veg food.“

“Came to Sushi Story and we were seriously amazed! The fish was incredibly fresh, and every piece of nigiri, roll, and sashimi was HUGE! They also have wide selection of sake and Japanese beer. Everything was so satisfying, and they even have claw machines, which made the whole experience even more fun!

Overall, such a great spot, we had so much fun and absolutely loved it. Definitely coming back!

What we ordered:
-The Story Set: 8pcs sushi + 6 sashimi + 4pcs roll (amazing salmon)
-Sushi & Roll Fusion: 8pcs sushi + 4pcs roll (spicy tuna rainbow)
-Salad & Miso Soup
-Asahi“

“Food is delicious and fragrant. Chili oil is authentic and actually has spice and taste, not that mild stuff other places have. The beef in the fried noodle dish is tender and delicious, the sauce is fragrant. Cats ear noodle did take a longer time to make, but it's all hand made. Can't complain.

My husband got the lamb organ soup and the broth is milky white. The soup is extremely clear tasting and not gamey. Hand pulled noodle texture is on point. Not too soft, chewy.

Speciality fried pork was great and had that authentic north west vinegar sauce and taste.

There was a super annoying customer last night and the staff handled the situation very well. My husband was annoyed for the staff. Props to the restaurant. 10/10.

If you're dining in for the first time:
-Staff does not speak English, do some research on Xian cuisine and checkout their menu beforehand so you understand what dishes to expect
-They accept cash
-Water is self service
-Staff is not intentionally being rude, there's a cultural difference between Chinese and western dining service
-They don't bring utensils out because they're already at your table
-If you have any type of food allergies or dietary restrictions it's up to YOU to figure it out and not the staff“

“I drove by and thought this place looked interesting ? so I tried it out.The entrance is actually on the other side of the restaurant. It's inside of the parking lot entrance to volley blvd.The noodles of choice was spicy and sour noodle soup with beef, quail eggs, carrots and corn - 4/5Curry soup base with beef - 4/5Fried dough - taste like red bean inside. It was goodSmall sausages - was pretty good. I attached pictures below.It was clean, decently friendly and simple menu along with good customer service.“

“If you want authentic Burmese Food, go there. Not pricy, yummy food and warmly welcoming environment.
I really wanted Shan noodle with Tofu but mostly Burmese Restaurant only offered Shan Noodle, but this one has it. So I ordered Shan Tofu Noodle and it’s so fresh. Monhikha is good but texture is thick.
The place is hard to find as it’s really small inside. Waiting time for food is so long, for me, I waited for about 20 25 mins to get my food after already ordering. The lunch special deal is good one.“

“Overall I love authentic Taiwanese food and it has been harder to find even in SoCal these days, I guess business is hard and competitive.

I got bunch of dishes and they were all delicious and authentic. Prices definitely went up since pre covid days just like everything…sad. I would highly recommend this spot and wish they can get more dishes. They are basically full during a Thursday lunch time.
One thing pissed me of course is they no longer serve stinky tofu because neighbors’ complaints to the city. Come on man 2026 already, stinky tofu is authentic dish from Taiwan. I don’t see ppl banning stinky blue cheese or anything else in this country. Rant is over.

Go try this place.“

“First time visiting here and the restaurant reminds me of pp pop but better (both food and service)! We were lucky and got seated immediately as there was no wait.

Pan fried dumpling (sheng jian bao) - Surprisingly good! tasty, juicy inside with lots of broth.

Popcorn chicken - decent as well, generous portions with good meaty chunks

Wonton in red chilli oil - It was decent but I wish it had a little bit of vinegar to add some tang.

Soup dumpling/ Xiao long bao - This was okay, skin was a little thick but generous fillings with lots of soup

House noodle soup - Broth was very tasty and it was a comforting soup dish, but nothing to rave about.

Devil spicy beef noodle - Was expecting this to be super spicy, but honestly the spice level is just medium and it was more mala (numbing spice) than just regular spice.

Overall meal portions are reasonably generous. Will return again.“

“Savory Corner is the real deal. Free-range chicken is silky, tender, and full of flavor. Rice is fragrant and not greasy. Their beef stew noodle soup is also incredible — rich broth, melt-in-your-mouth beef.

Service is superb. The staff remembers us regulars and always surprises us with free herbal drinks. Makes you feel like family.

Can’t recommend this place enough. Always planning my next visit though we have to drive from West Hollywood. It was so addicting that I must try to eat there every weekend.
❤ love ❤“

“The staff are nice & the food is good.“

“Wow, talk about delicious! 😋 From the first bite, it was clear why this place is so popular. The flavors were fresh, well-balanced, and incredibly satisfying.

The service was excellent from start to finish. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and our food arrived surprisingly fast without sacrificing quality.

One of my favorite parts of the experience was the open kitchen. Being able to watch the chefs prepare each dish added a fun, authentic touch and gave us an even greater appreciation for the care that goes into each meal.

I ordered the chicken stir-fry noodles, which were packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. My wife and son both chose the chicken noodle soup, with one ordering the standard noodles and the other trying the cut noodles. Both dishes were a hit, and it was fun comparing the different noodle styles.

Overall, great food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be coming back to try more of the menu. Highly recommended if you're looking for fresh, flavorful noodles and a memorable dining experience! 🍜😊“

“Great food and amazing service!

Parking is super easy since it’s located in a huge plaza.

I got here around 11:00 AM and waited in line for about 20 minutes. The line was mostly filled with older people speaking Cantonese, which told me right away that this place is super authentic!

The Beef Chow Fun is super flavorful and comes in a huge portion.
Their $12.99 breakfast combo is also a great deal with a huge portion—though it's pretty much pure carbs! And the best part is they still let you order it even after the breakfast hours.

You also get free refills on the Hong Kong style milk tea, and you can even take it to go for free. The iced version is the best, especially in the summer!

Unlike a lot of other places where the food is good but the service is terrible, the staff here is incredibly welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend!“

“We enjoyed the food so much! And the portions are so generous. Everything was absolutely great, waiters are super nice and fast. Popcorn chicken was great, the beef rolls are spectacular and the mango drink is very generous and yummy. I really only have good words, this is easily the best Taiwanese restaurant in the area :)“

“Foods are good & service needs to improve. Myself & friends are first time to attend this Ramen place, overall we like the food & will go back!!“

“This is hands down one of the best restaurants I’ve been to in my entire life. I came here two years ago and have thought about it regularly since. Whenever people ask what my favorite meal of my life has been, I’d say it was the Nasi Bungkus from this location. I just came back to visit LA and coming here was number one on my list. Coming in today, I had the same dish and it was every bit as good as I remembered. Literally a life restaurant that I’ll reflect fondly upon for the rest of my life!!“

“😃I like the way they cook all family members working real Thai Food cook by Thai people“

“My family visit this place at least once a month, and it consistently delivers an incredible meal. If you are looking for dishes that step outside the usual mainstream options, this is the spot.

My 3 yr old son absolutely devours everything we put in front of him here, but crispy noodles are without a doubt his favorite.

Highly recommend this place if you want comforting, traditional food that the whole family will love!“

“Xinbale is a fast-food restaurant serving authentic Taiwanese cuisine. It offers a wide variety of snacks; generally speaking, the flavors tend to be on the sweeter side. If you are not fond of sweet tastes, be sure to avoid ordering the Stir-fried Tomatoes with Eggs. Even on weekdays, the restaurant is bustling with diners. They also offer an extensive selection of beverages, and you can enjoy a dessert after your meal.“

“I’m back at this xiao long bao spot in Baldwin Park again! The restaurant has that super down-to-earth, old-school Chinese restaurant feel that instantly feels familiar. The main point is — they’ve been making xiao long bao in LA for years, and everything is still handmade by the aunties, not pre-made. If you want a giant crab roe soup dumpling, this is the place I think of!

The giant crab roe soup dumpling comes out steaming hot and is seriously huge — it almost fills the whole steamer 🤣. I like to slowly sip the soup through a straw first, then open it up and eat the rest. The crab roe flavor is rich and fragrant, and it’s so satisfying while it’s still hot. Even editing the video made me crave it again!

We also ordered crab roe xiao long bao and sweet-style pork xiao long bao. The wrappers are thin and there’s plenty of soup inside. The slightly sweet pork filling feels very Jiangnan-style, and I personally really like that little touch of sweetness.

The Wuxi-style pork ribs looked so appetizing too — tender meat with a sweet, savory sauce that goes perfectly with rice. The Liangxi crispy eel was another specialty I really liked. It’s crispy, fragrant, and super snackable — not something you see at every restaurant.

For something warm and comforting, we also had a bowl of five-spice beef rice noodles, with your choice of spicy or non-spicy, plus a plate of garlic pea shoots to round out the meal.

I also noticed they have these cute little training chopsticks 🥢, which are perfect for kids or anyone who’s still learning how to use chopsticks. Such a thoughtful touch haha.

Whenever I suddenly crave crab roe in LA, this is honestly one of the first places that comes to mind 🥹“

“Delicious and nice place.“

“4 out of five ★. Love the concept. The ambiance is nice, the service very nice and the food very very good. The concept itself is spectacular. Sadly, it does not work as well in all locations - our visits to the Pasadena location always led to disappointments. Worse: many communications were exchanged, which led nowhere (and we never went again). I highly recommend this particular UOVO. Why "only" four out of five stars then? I do n to like to be bullshitted. They strive that they are a "no-tipping" restaurant as they properly pay their employees - which sounds amazing, in every aspect. Then they charge you an extra 16% "fee". C'mon guys. No one likes to be bullshitted. You offer an excellent deal for Wonderfull food. If you like to keep the "no-tip-strategy" raise food and drinks by a dollar or two. No one would complain.“

“Love their selections of foods not too much not less just right and not complicated. My tummy is full and happy soul 😊“

“just moved nearby and was looking for a tai restaurant. My wife and I thought it was a but odd at forst to learn it was inside a market but it was right when you walk in and they have a nice set up. Very friendly staff and honestly better than our old spot. This is our new spot now. I would absolutely recommend this place if you're in the area.“

“We had dinner at 鹵億鮮 Luyixian in Alhambra last night and really enjoyed it. The food tasted authentic, comforting, and full of flavor.

I ordered the braised beef noodles, which is one of their best sellers, and it was really good—the beef was tender and the broth was rich and flavorful. My wife had the beef brisket with rice, and she really enjoyed hers too.

We’ll definitely be coming back. Another big plus is that they’re open late, so it’s a great spot if you’re looking for a good late-night dinner in Alhambra. Highly recommend!“

“ABSOLUTELY the BEST ramen I have ever had!!! The service is amazing, the fried pumpkin... off the hook!!! Spring rolls, yaaasssss!! I had the King Ramen...whoaaaaa! Daaaaammnnn!! You will NOT be disappointed. Thanks to the owners for the great experience.“

“Absolutely. That makes the review much stronger because it explains whether the $98 duck was actually worth ordering and which dishes stood out.

Came to Xibei in Arcadia with a bunch of friends on a Thursday night, and this place honestly exceeded my expectations. I made a reservation ahead of time and also reserved a whole Peking duck, which is $98.

Xibei is located right next to Haidilao Hot Pot, but once you step inside, the restaurant has a completely different feel. The interior is beautiful, modern, and upscale with a fine dining vibe. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted and shown to our table, and the service throughout the night was phenomenal. The staff were attentive, professional, and matched the higher-end atmosphere of the restaurant.

For dinner, we decided to order the $118 combo, which ended up being a great deal. It came with stir-fried broccoli, sweet and sour ribs, stir-fried peppered beef, steamed shrimp with garlic and vermicelli, and the Millet Sticky Rice dessert with floral honey syrup.

I honestly think the combo alone could easily feed 4 to 6 people, especially if you’re planning to order a few additional dishes. We definitely ordered with our eyes because on top of the combo and Peking duck, we added the dry pot cauliflower with pork, braised pork belly, eggplant with garlic sauce, and ma la chicken. Needless to say, we ended up with a lot of leftovers.

All of the dishes were exceptional, but the dry pot cauliflower with pork was one of the biggest surprises of the night. It was so flavorful that it actually made the stir-fried broccoli seem a little boring in comparison. Our least favorite dishes were probably the ma la chicken and stir-fried broccoli, but honestly, they weren’t bad at all. The other dishes were just that much better.

Of course, the main event was the whole Peking duck. The duck took a while to come out and arrived about 45 minutes after we had already started eating our first entree. By then, we had already eaten so much that we were getting full. If you’re ordering the duck, definitely pace yourself and save some room.

Once it arrived, though, it was worth the wait. I’ve had Peking duck at Ji Rong before, and I personally thought Xibei’s was better. The skin had a great crispiness, while the duck meat underneath stayed moist and wasn’t dry. I also really liked the thinner wraps because they didn’t overpower the duck and allowed you to taste more of the meat and crispy skin with each bite.

At $98 for a whole duck, it’s definitely a splurge, but it’s meant to be shared and I thought the quality delivered. If Peking duck is one of the main reasons you’re coming, I would recommend reserving one ahead of time.

The ambiance was another highlight. The high-end modern decor makes this place feel nice enough for a date night, birthday, celebration, or business dinner, while still being comfortable for a large group of friends sharing dishes family style.

Parking was also surprisingly easy for Arcadia. There’s free parking in the main lot as well as underground parking.

Overall, Xibei was a great experience from the food to the phenomenal service and beautiful ambiance. My biggest advice is don’t order with your eyes like we did! The $118 combo can easily feed 4 to 6 people, and if you’re adding the whole Peking duck, you really don’t need to go crazy ordering additional dishes.

The Peking duck alone gives me a reason to come back. Crispy skin, moist duck, thin wraps, and personally better than Ji Rong for me. Add in the excellent dishes and service, and Xibei is definitely a great addition to the Arcadia dining scene.“

“the restaurant is super clean. If you show up thinking you're going to order Orange chicken, Broccoli beef, kung pao chicken or any of that chinese fast food then this is not the place for you. BUT if you're looking for some delicious mouth watering dumplings cooked in various forms then you're at the CORRECT place. I brought my mom here and we tried the pork chive regular dumplings, the pan fried beef and cumin dumplings and the regular fried rice. All of it was delicious. Also they give you a complimentary bowl of egg drop corn soup. NOT a small bowl but a good size portion, it was GOOOOOD. I will definitely be back with the rest of the family and I want to try the beef noodle soup. DON'T fall asleep on the fried rice.“

“Good food,good price, will always go to this location over the one on Valley Blvd in Alhambra👍🏼“

“Braised beef noodle soup with all the veg. Normal noodles and spicy. Imma gonna order that next visit. I ordered the above except medium spice level. See below.“

“i bring all my friends here this is literally one of my og spots in the 626. get the big mouth pocket and sesame pancake, do not get the green scallion pancake. also don't recommend the sheng jian bao, but highley recommend the big mouth pocket and the black bean noodles zhajiangmian. love the auntie who works here she's always super sweet and takes care of us.“

“I enjoyed this place a lot. It was a little bit hard to find at first, as it is located above the supermarket. The server was very friendly, helping me to find a good vegetarian option. The cold sesame noodles were tasty and refreshing, and the price is not bad ($8.99). The dining area is spacious and comfortable.“

“this definitely deserves the michelin recommendation. every piece of meat was so tender and every dish was just so flavorful. i really liked the braised beef noodles. it had a cilantro taste and the bok choy was so soft. my family really liked the texture of all of the noodles - especially the fried ones. the scallion pancakes were very good and the food came very quickly. the staff are very nice and the water hits hard 😁. definitely come here“

“On our way home, we stopped by this restaurant to enjoy some delicious pho, and we definitely made the right choice! The pho was absolutely delicious. I ordered mine with beef ribs, and they were amazing — very tender and perfectly cooked. There was also a generous amount of tendon and tripe, which I really appreciated.

Everything tasted very fresh, and they served plenty of fresh vegetables and herbs on the side. We really enjoyed our meal. Thank you so much for the delicious food!“

“it was very affordable, only we couldn't resist ordering more because it was all delicious. everything we tried was harmonious. except the egg cheese buldak ramen wrap, although that could have been expected. we ate lunch here, and came back the same day for dinner because it was too good.“

“Love this place. Get so much more for your money vs Ding tai fong and less wait. Love their soup dumplings, fried rice, scallion pancake, popcorn chicken, shrimp walnuts, and fried squid. The kids love the chocolate dumplings but older folks are more traditional and not into it. Service is friendly and fast, and every person I take there really likes it. For 9 of us, spent under $300 with tip and leftovers witha 15% off coupon to come back, so honestly a good deal these days.“

“nice and fresh and clean 👌#1 service good customer service!“

“A cozy and homey casual noodle restaurant. They serve classic comfort food and have decent portions and good value. Simple menu and delicious food that is satisfying. The noodles came with lots of meat and was well seasoned. The interior is very clean and the staff are friendly. No credit cards under $25, but they take Venmo and Zelle.“

“Quon Yick Noodles are by far the best noodles on the market. They just have great texture and chew. Even when I am not in the US, I still bring Quon Yick with me--that's how good it is!“

“Great Pork Dumplings also really like the Beef & Cheese“