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“Nestled in a bustling shopping center alongside Honey Pig, Chin Xi'an Style Restaurant is a hidden gem that specializes in handpulled, numbing Szechuan noodles.
During our Saturday lunch visit, the restaurant was buzzing with activity. Limited seating means you might have to wait 5-10 minutes for a table during peak times, but trust me, it’s worth it. The atmosphere is casual yet vibrant, perfect for a quick meal.
We started with the 12 Hour Stewed Pork Hand Pulled Noodles and the Spicy Pork Noodles, alongside the “you pick 3” cold dishes: dried tofu skin, sweet heat cabbage, and shredded potatoes. We couldn’t resist adding a Spicy Cumin Beef Murger, served in a crisp baked flatbread.
The handpulled noodles were undeniably the highlight. Each strand was perfectly al dente, with just the right amount of chew. The stewed pork noodles stole the show—flavorful, tender, and the kind of comfort food that warms your soul. The spicy pork noodles were a bit of a letdown in comparison; while enjoyable, they lacked the bold flavor profile that made the stewed pork so memorable.
The cold dishes were a delightful accompaniment. The crunchy texture of the shredded potatoes and sweet heat cabbage provided a refreshing contrast to the chewy noodles. They added a nice touch of variety to our meal.
As for the Murger, it was decent. The cumin flavor was prominent and well-executed, making it a satisfying choice to round out our meal.
Overall, Chin Xi'an is an excellent spot for those craving authentic Szechuan flavors. The noodles are the star, and with a few tweaks to some dishes, this place could easily elevate itself to must-visit status. If you find yourself in Ellicott City, make sure to stop by for a taste of their handpulled noodles—you won’t regret it!
Vegetarian options: several vegetarian options
Parking: plenty of adjacent lot parking
Kid-friendliness: menu is somewhat friendly to kids as long as they like noodles
Wheelchair accessibility: Restaurant can get a little cramped at peak hours for a wheelchair. No stairs present is a plus“
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“The food was delicious! Highly recommend hot crispy beef and the honey sesame eggplant!“
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“originally went to Asian bistro to find dinning room was closed and was very happy because this place was fresh and wonderful. a new great fin6“
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“Great place. Came there since I was a baby and they still remember me. Good hearted people. Let me get a free soda for being a good customer. My relationship with them is wonderful. Food there tastes awesome. Won’t get Chinese food anywhere else. Highly recommend.
Kid-friendliness: Love kids. They might give them a treat or a soda.“
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“The BEST, THE BEST DELICIOUS Food, Cooked Perfectly ALL the time.Been coming here for a long time and NEVER had any problems.I mostly get the Orange Chicken with rice. Sometimes get the Beef, Broccoli and Rice or General Tso's Chicken with rice.Very clean Restaurant with EXCELLENT SERVICE, Great Prices. and most of ALL GREAT DELICIOUS FOOD.I would Highly Recommend this Restaurant to EVERYONE....Thank You to Everyone who works here.GOD BLESS YOU ?......“
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“This place is small and no one else dined in when we were there, but the phone rang off the hook and the doorbell often sounding. The most significant detail I want to mention is the portion size. WOW! I’ve never gotten so much food for my money at a Chinese restaurant. The food is literally served in glass pie plates, to give you an idea of size. It was tasty, too! Many vegetarian options. Veggies were crisp and not overcooked too, which is another great plus!“
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“My first time and was treated especially nice by the staff. The food was awesome and the experience will go in the books as one of the best restaurants I have ever eaten at in MD ❤️“
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“Most amazing service and food!!! The owners are so sweet! They give you complimentary soup and tea. I ordered the whole Peking Duck and boy was it good!! Highly recommended!“
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“our server Michael at Gaithersburg MD has made our day and got say he turned our entire day around less not forget the food was amazing as well“
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“This is probably the best Korean-Chinese place in the Mid-Atlantic. Other places have declined while Tian has maintained its quality if not improved.Usual order is the gan-jajang and jjampong. Mapo tofu is good as well. Tangsuyuk is average, but realistically how do you differentiate yourself when you are serving fried pork pieces with goo?“
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“We visited this evening. Food was fantastic! I really enjoyed the soup dumplings! The staff was super courteous. I had brought in dessert (a cake) from outside and they were super nice about it. They even offered to refrigerate it for us! After dinner, they brought us fresh plates, forks and a knife. Despite being very busy they also don't rush you too much.“