Xi'an Famous Foods
(Now Closed)Chinese Restaurant$$$$
Upper West Side, New York
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Dang LeAugust 25, 2014This place actually deserves the word "Famous." Very notable menu items that are all a must-try. Most expensive item: $8 bowl. The real bang for your buck! Amazing spicy soups and food.
Davis HallApril 28, 2017I've had a number of delicious meals here. I guess my wife can smell the garlic when I've had spicy dumplings. Anyway, an order of dumplings with a vegetable salad mades a very satisfying meal.
Trish AndertonFebruary 13, 2018Spicy tingly beef and cumin lamb are standouts but everything is good. This place is the real deal - spicy and delicious. They've added more veggie options which is nice.
My favorite neighborhood spot--the spicy lamb noodles either in soup or without are my favorite, lamb dumplings without soup and the spicy cucumbers are my regular order
Everything is great - but be careful. This is seriously spicy! I opt for mild. The cold liang pi noodles are great - as are lamb burgers. Hand pulled noodles are classic - chose your protein.
Madeline McDavidApril 27, 2016The best Chinese you can get in Morningside Heights. All their noodles and burgers are excellent. I like balancing the spiciness with their lightly sweetened cold jasmine tea.- GiselleFebruary 16, 2016We found this joint during our trip to NY. The food was amazing and the prices were very reasonable. The place is small so be ready to get cozy with the other patrons.
Buena VidaNovember 25, 2014Spinach dumplings are delicious, spicy and with a lot of coriander, wich was good because reminds me tropical food and it's exotic.
Nat HarwardDecember 10, 2013Spicy Cumin Lamb Noodles: "This is the spicy (really!), chewy, meaty, tongue-tingly, completely perfect noodle experience by which you should judge all other noodle experiences." Read more
Valerie PetrovDecember 22, 2014I didn't love the lamb dumplings (too thick for my taste). The spicy cumin lamb noodles continue to be fab! And it's fun to watch them being made while you wait
Grace MarrJuly 31, 2019I would highly recommend the spicy sour spinach dumplings [F6]. Good and spicy vegetarian dish. Also, very fast service.
Joy ChenSeptember 14, 2015Surprised to find rather authentic, regional Xi'an food at a chain Chinese place. The cold noodles (Liang Pi) are refreshing and delicious in the summer, though they were a little bit greasy.
Kev SkinnyNovember 24, 2015The F4 and the F1 with a jasmine iced tea. Outstanding lunch in a pinch. One of my favorites.
Shane AntonyNovember 18, 2014Spinach dumplings tasted like dumplings filled with grass to me. Hot and spicy lamb dumplings are awesome but make sure you dunk them in black vinegar!
Most popular dishes are A1-Liang Pi "Cold Skin Noodles" and B2-Spicy Cumin Lamb Burger. Both are cheap and delicious! Can't go wrong!
The Spinach Dumplings in Hot and Sour Broth is perfect for Vegetarians, totally filling with enough dumplings to save for a snack the next day!
Great spicy western Chinese food! Really good cumin lamb burgers. Also, I always come here when I crave Hawthorne berry tea. :)
William HDecember 7, 2013Everything here is great, but everything here is also spicy. There is no shame in asking for things mild or to be made with the least spice possible.
Andrew MercierDecember 28, 2013Always a good price and delicious. I got the oxtail which was tender. Seemed a bit cold but may have been the outside air.
Felicia MFebruary 23, 2014Great for grabbing a quick bite to eat. Fantastic for the price. One of the best chinese in the 'hood
Try the cumin lamb. Burgers or noodles, it's all good. Also, try the cold salad: very underrated.
- Ask for mild unless you are truly prepared for the ring of fire. They often run out of spicy & sour lamb dumplings
Jesse BagelsMarch 1, 2016For when you can't get down to Chinatown, good stuff here, go for spicy you wimp!
RyanMay 20, 2016Cold skin noodles were really good, very spicy and lots of textures. The lamb burger was fine - I would try more of the noodle dishes instead.
Everything here is good, my favorite is the vegetable dumplings in broth. Cash only!- Cold days call for Ox tail soup. The sour & spicy dumplings are a nice addition from the Biang! Menu
ChristinaMay 12, 2016Slightly more expensive than the other locations (UWS inflation), but they also take cards now. So, pick your battles.
Yan PApril 26, 2019There is a sign in the place that says it's food is better if you eat it immediately. Listen to them on this. Unless you live a block or two away, just eat it there.
Ox tail soup is legit Chinese -- spot on. Extra spicy or go home. Eat it there!
One of the best value and deliciously authentic meals on the Upper West Side.
Mariana FariaAugust 21, 2014First time here, great value. Had a not spicy stewed pork noodles, and it is really not spicy.
Michael De La RosaJanuary 13, 2015Liang Pi Cold Skin Noodles: $4.50 / Spicy Hot Oil Seared Hand-Ripped Noodles: $5.50
Kong LinApril 8, 2015Traditional beef Noodles are spicy and yummy. Rice noodles are mediocre. Very affordable price
- The cumin lamb gets all the glory, but I prefer the simple heat of the N8.
Marius KoppangMarch 31, 2015The lamb burger, pure gold! The dumplings however weren't that great. The dough was a bit to thick for my liking, and the filling lacked texture.
Cold skin noodles, spicy tofu, and of course cumin lamb burgers.
I've tried the Lamb Burger.....The green dumplings ....forgot the name.....in soup and dry .....lamb dumplings....Stew chicken and oxtail and pork noodles in soup they were all great!
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- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–9:30 PM
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