Xi'an Famous Foods

www.xianfoods.com

9 / 10
348
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    (212) 786-2068

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  • Type

    Chinese Restaurant

Address

328 E 78th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave) New York , NY 10075 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. MasterCard & Diners Club)
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Lunch, Dinner

Comments / 75


Keywords:

cumin lamb spicy food casual good for a quick meal noodles lively soup trendy good for a late night great value chrysanthemum tea oxtail good for singles spinach vinegar sauce hand cut baguettes takeout neighborhood lunch
Siettah

The cumin lamb noodles (ordered spicy ) were delicious but I may take the spice down a notch next time. I love hot food but I wasn't expecting it to be this hot. Definitely helped to clear my sinuses!

eifeh

If you're looking for authentic-ish Chinese street food , Xi'an Famous Foods fits the bill. The noodles are chewy and good. Try the spicy and tingly beef noodles . Not super spicy , but has some spice.

Ernesto Gutierrez

One of those places you want to come back to try all the dishes. Simple Chinese street fare dishes with a delicious spicy oil . The noodles are here are very tasty.

James H.

Interesting place for simple delicious noodle dishes . The hand cut noodles are made in shop and the meats are perfectly done ask for the amount of spicy you want. Selfserve. Try dumplings and burger .

Chris Weber

The spicy lamb noodles are a must. I mean a little bit too spicy maybe but still amazingly delicious! Had the dumplings and this great Hitachino Japanese beer .

Stephanie Manwaring

Never been able to find anything quite like Xi'ans! The N9 (beef noodles ) are my go to. Dumplings are also amazing. Pro-tip -- if you are not into spicy just ask to get "mild" or "no spice".

Yoni Zloczewski

Great to have in the area - love that they don't water the spice level down for the neighborhood either - I'm looking at you UWS location of HAN dynasty! - I digress - the lamb noodles are legit.

ZenFoodster

Happy this N. Chinese hand-pulled chain is part of the UES. Try their Spicy & Tingly Beef Noodle , the Oxtail Noodle & my fave are their Spicy & Sour Spinach Dumplings .

Siobhán

As always, a fine Xi'an experience with lamb noodles and the lamb burger . I get it with the hawberry tea though be warned that you may want milk instead for how spicy it is.

Jessie Catana

Get the spicy & sour lamb dumplings . They're perfect. Also, don't miss the spicy cumin lamb noodles and douse it in black vinegar sauce . It's a party in your mouth

Ilia M

The dumplings are amazing. Don't forget to ask for not so spicy it get without broth if you're not ready for serious heat.

Jessie Catana

Can't get enough of the lamb dumplings doused in the house black vinegar. I have dreams of those dumplings .

dawn.in.newyork

Spicy cumin lamb noodles (N1) and a can of Apple Sidra. Done.

सिद्धार्थ

Incredibly tasty food. Eating on the spot highly recommended; do not get it to go (see attached picture)

Svetlana Kadomskaya

Actually I’m fond of Chinese but this can be better. Are lamb burger & lamb dumplings . Dumplings were great!

Russell Hirschorn

Hearty and delicious noodles , burger was a bit dry, noodle soup was great. If u are offended by the service, dnt go to china.

Serious Eats

Score a baguette from nearby Orwasher's and fill it with Xi'an's cumin lamb for the best sandwich on the UES.

Serious Eats

Score a baguette from nearby Orwashers and fill it with Xi'ans cumin lamb for the best sandwich on the UES.

Sapana Kulkarni

The cumin lamb noodles and dumplings are the best. I love adding the black vinegar on top, too.

Brad Klein

Lamb dumps were fun as many advised. Also got Rice cake w Honey which was alright, tho the sweet + salty mix w lamb was good

Stephane Wenric

The cumin lamb noodles are to die for

Marina Addams

Regularly spicy is the way to go! Extra spicy can overwhelm the other flavors

Clara Eloy

Only had the dumplings , good but not amazing, the oily sauce is a bit much

Ed Lipkins

The lamb dumplings were awesome! That and the cucumber salad might be future go-to

Samiha Khan

Can't go wrong with the spicy cumin lamb noodles and chrysanthemum tea !

Colin Lee

The chicken noodle is an amazing dish when the weather outside is cold

Sandra Rubinchik

More seating than some other locations. All the better to enjoy your dumplings .

Gabbie Chamorro

Must get the lamb dumpling soup . Unbelievably tasty.

Meghan McGee

Been here many times. Always takeout . Flavourful food. Quick service .

Andie Sleeman

Delicious!! Go when they open to avoid a wait or go at an odd time.

Topocalypse Lee

Solid authentic Chinese. Would totally eat here every week.

JT

Good if you like spicy stuff. The noodles are handpulled! Beef was super tender

Gi Edgington

Delicious food! Very happy to have them on the UES!

सिद्धार्थ

Cumin lamb burger is awesome. So is the sour hawberry tea .

Mitchell Livingston

Worth it regardless of the passive-aggressive signs.

Cheyenne Paydar

Cumin lamb burger and spicy cumin lamb noodles are delicious but greasy

Alex Robertson

Love xi’an famous foods. Noodles are great

Ross Honey

Delicious noodles . Eat in if you aren't a few minutes walk away.

Jean Santos

cumin lamb soup is amazing. Lamb dumplings too!

Anu Nanavati

Great vegetarian options but the dumplings were a bit doughy

सिद्धार्थ

Just opened two weeks ago. So empty and nice unlike the midtown locations.

Burak M

Spicy lamb noodles are excellent

Henry Tong

Spicy cumin lamb noodles will unchain your soul from your body!!

Vanessa Yy

????They have the best 涼皮!

Alice Davis

A1 and the dumpling are so good

Jonathan Cohen

High ratio of passive aggressive signs to customers. Almost everywhere you look.

Brian Moore

The spicy pan seared noodles are great.

Ronald Widha

Great if you like spicy food . Limited choice for kids.

John Harrison

A lot of the meat had a good deal of gristle.

For Eva And Eva

Pork bun and a salad was yummy

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