Mouthwatering Noodles in San Jose

YGF Malatang Noodles & Pots - Cupertino

★★★★☆ 4.2 (152) • $$

"The WORLD'S LARGEST mala tang chain is actually very tasty and worth every penny! I love the sweet and hearty tomato broth. It pairs really well with the various proteins and tofu.I definitely recommend loading up on the sliced beef, enoki, and the mochi tofu cakes! Soooo good. The veggies here were fresh and staff were frequently refilling ingredients too. It gets pretty busy around 6:30 PM, especially for takeout orders. This is a fun and customizable experience that I would recommend to anyone."

Seven Fish Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.4 (42)

"Soldi 4.5 stars, rounding up for good service and reasonable price. Doesn't hurt that it's also in an ideal location near a bunch of desserts for afterwards. Came here with a group of 6, and we luckily beat the dinner rush by coming a bit before 6pm. The inside is kind of cramped, so it's a better fit for smaller parties unless you come earlier and take a lot of their tables to fix together a big one. Service was great - the guy gave good recommendations and told us if we pay in cash we can also each get a free drink from the ridge. Woohoo! We ordered a lot of things:- two types of fish with different bases (one crunchy fish, one is fillet)- chili oil beef - vegetables- dry pot It is unlimited rice but I only needed 1 bowl.The portion was more generous compared to the other fish place (Wei's fish?) and the flavor was more flavorful. Even though my stomach suffered the next day because of the spice, but it was so worth it.I would come here again! So affordable and delicious."

Yummy Trieu Chau

★★★★☆ 3.6 (263) • $$

"I came here with my boyfriend to have early lunch and I want to say this is probably the best hu tieu place I've ever had . Service was amazing, friendly, and fast. Super cozy inside. They were very attentive to their customer. Would definitely come back !!"

Isarn Garden Thai Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.2 (413) • $$

"Was looking for lunch after a shopping session near San Carlos, and Isarn was an amazing find. This place will rank very high of all the Thai restaurants in the peninsula.The restaurant will hold a fair amount of people and the space was pretty cozy, aided with all kinds of Thai and holiday motifs. Big bonus for having their own parking lot.The menu was very extensive, and I appreciated the availability of the lunch specials. The Pad Thai and Pad See Ew captured the right flavors, the dumpling in curry sauce and fried tofu were hits with the children, and the basil beef rice plate was fantastic. The Praram Chicken could have benefited from more flavors. The special papaya salad dish was surprising with all the extra meats, but be forwarded that their spice levels are right at par on what you would expect in the Thai culture. A level 2 spice is far more than a tickle.There were two servers for a weekday lunch, but they were very attentive to all the patrons. This was a great experience and worth another drive back to get more."

Special Noodle

★★★★☆ 4.4 (464) • $$

"I can't rave about this place enough! The food is amazing and super fresh! They give you an iPad with the menu, you chose your items and place your order. The food comes out really quick and uggghhhh soo good! The kung pao was the perfect mix of spicy and crunchy, the sticky ribs were tender and flavorful,the pan fried dumplings were the best I've ever had and the chow mein was perfectly greasy and chewy without being mushy. The staff isn't very friendly but they are prompt with service and more than helpful with menu questions. I thought it was just a dumpling spot but was pleasantly surprised to see all the menu items. So so good! It is on the menu expensive side but it's worth it."

Pho Seven

★★★★☆ 4.3 (304) • $$

"A great option for pho in the area! I've ordered from Pho Seven on door dash and in person a few times and have enjoyed it every time. The soups are always so fresh and flavorful. Most recently, I ordered their garlic noodles with grilled chicken and it was delicious. The noodles were perfectly cooked and there was a generous portion of chicken that went with it. It does feel like its on the greasier end and I wouldn't mind a little more garlic on the noodles, but that's just my personal preference. I also always order their fresh coconut juice and it's great every time. Whether order in the restaurant or online, the food is prepared pretty quickly so you never have to wait a very long time.There is plenty of parking here in the plaza but just a heads up - it's a tight fit right in front of the restaurant! It's two lane traffic, but to be honest, it's probably a better fit for just one way. We usually park at the end of the plaza by the laundromat/chinese restaurant and just walk down the sidewalk to avoid the crazy parking right up front."

Tarah Thai Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (164) • $$

"Came into this cute restaurant while walking in Willow Glen on a Saturday for lunch. We didn't know what we wanted to eat, but saw this place and decided to give it a try. The server was totally friendly upon entering and having us sit. She was attentive throughout our whole meal. It's a small place with only room for about 16 people, but the food was good with flavor. I didn't need to add more spice to my plate even though we ordered mild (my hubby spiced up his dish though) since I can't enjoy my meal when it's too spicy. A good menu to choose from, and we went with a few of our fave Thai dishes. They didn't disappoint, and we enjoyed every bite (and of course had enough to take home)."

Henan noodle

★★★★★ 4.8 (10)

"Ordered beef noodle soup. The noodle soup is amazing! Don't add the seaweed to your soup. It adds a weird taste to the soup."

Pho 99

★★★★☆ 3.7 (624) • $$

"Visited here for lunch on a weekday with some coworkers. I've come here before a long while ago, but not recently. Attentive staff, and delicious food. Generous food portion for the regular bowl, and it was very filling. Restaurant appeared clean, orders taken within reason, and food came out quickly."

Liukoushui Chongqing Noodles

★★★★☆ 4 (8)

"Soup broth was delicious and rich! I got the spicy soup broth with pay by the pound choices. I thought the overall seafood toppings were decent but the meats were not so fresh. The frozen beef were all stuck together instead of rolled slices (sliced but frozen in top of each other so you had to rip it and stab at the whole chuck if meat) and had a gamey taste to it when cooked. Same with the pork. The blood cake textures were very jello like and had an odd taste. Other than that the noodle, seafood, vegetable, other toppings were good! It went well with the rich tasty broth and the food was properly cooked! Al-dente noodles and vegetables in a steaming hot gold pot delivered right to your table. It continued to cook as I was eating because the soup was boiling hot. Good customer service!"

Naked Fish - Millbrae

★★★☆☆ 3 (488) • $$

"Absolutely amazing food! I caught them right during the lunch hour and had bar seating, service was prompt and amazing, the recommendations fell nothing short of the description."

Pho This Way

★★★★☆ 4.2 (170) • $$

"I finally got to check out Pho This Way recently and it was a really great experience. The staff was very warm and inviting and was eager to serve my friend and I. We ordered the net egg rolls, crispy chicken with stir fried noodles and also the crispy fried noodles with beef. Everything was so good especially the egg rolls. Not a lot of places make egg rolls like this. I highly recommend it!The server noticed that my friend and I were sharing food and he came up to us and offered extra plates and also extra utensils. That was very observant and nice of him. What's funny is that the restaurant was playing AI generated songs about the restaurant which was really cute. Definitely a great spot for Vietnamese food in Vietnam Town that's simple yet flavorful."

Bing's Dumpling

★★★★☆ 4.1 (977) • $$

"Passed by this place for what feels like my entire life and only getting to try it now. The xiaolongbao here are as flavorful and satisfying as any high end restaurant I've been to. We weren't too hungry so kept to that and their pot stickers, which fried bottoms are coated with sesame seeds. Staff are friendly and it's a small but clean place. Four stars only because we didn't try enough food to give a proper evaluation, but what we did have was super tasty. Definitely returning."

Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle

★★★★☆ 4.3 (94) • $$

"Over the years I've tried different Yunnan rice noodles and in the previous experiences it was not my preferred meal. Ten Seconds Yunnan Noodles opened in the Olferts Center and takes the place of the seafood boil restaurant. We went for a late lunch, there were only two other patrons dining. We ordered the Takoyaki which was actually quite good. Two different Yunnan noodle broths Hot and Sour Pickled Peppers broth and the pork bone broth. Each of the noodle orders come with a bunch tiny toppings. IMHO everything could have been dumped into the hot broth and served. The major difference in the quality and taste of Yunnan noodles is the broth. Ten Second Yunnan has upped my opinion of Yunnan noodles. Service is good. Plenty of parking."

Chong Qing Noodle

★★★★★ 4.5 (41) • $$

"The chicken noodle soup with medium spice was mid. It was enjoyable and spicy, but I don't think it's something I would get again.I think next time I'm gonna have to try to pea and pork bowl with noodles."

Ramen 101

★★★★☆ 3.7 (398) • $$

"Ramen 101 is an okay ramen spot. The noodles are a bit larger than I prefer and the seasonings are a tad peculiar but over it's a fairly reliable take out spot, arrives well packaged, and offers a nice size portion. The phone service is decent as I've only had to call and speak with them. I've never dined in, so can't inform you about the ambiance; nonetheless, they're reliable and consistent. ."

Pho Vinh

★★★★☆ 3.7 (415) • $$

"We were coming into town to take our teenage kids to lunch and be able to relax and catch up. Most of us ordered the Pho Ga which is the chicken pho and it was excellent. Fresh food and the chicken was all white meat. The service was friendly and seemed to be family owned. Great spot for some delicious Vietnamese food. Ordered the egg rolls as well and they didn't disappoint."

Cherimoya

★★★★☆ 3.8 (435) • $

"I walked in because of their garlic noodles and left satisfied. The order took awhile, but it wasn't an issue.Will return for their noodles."

Pho & Bun

★★★★★ 4.5 (289) • $$

"Simple menu and great ambiance! The food and service was good! No complaints here! Will definitely come again if I'm ever in the area."

Duan’s Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (290) • $$

"Came by for lunch the other day and it was a tasty experience. Called ahead for take-out and my order was ready within 10-15 minutes. Parking is plentiful in the private lot.The restaurant takes credit cards and the restaurant has been remodeled since the Vietnamese noodle shop closed down a few years ago. Dining is indoors exclusively.Started off with the beef and tendon flat noodle soup and it was tasty. The broth was very fragrant and the beef and tendons were very tender. This was packaged to perfection with the plastic container filtering the noodles and the soup.The fried pork chop over fried rice was also tasty. The fried pork chop was fragrant and fried to perfection.The spicy wontons were delicious. The wontons were fragrant in the hot sauce.The popcorn chicken didn't look as good as the oil may need to be changed. The chicken was fresh and the flavor was on point.$25/head after tax for takeout with plenty of leftovers."

Paik's Noodle

★★★★☆ 4.3 • $$

"When I think of jajangmyeon, I always picture Paik's Noodle. Been coming here for years and there's always a wait for a reason. Their noodles are great, dishes are generously portioned, and it's affordable.My go-to order is the jajangmyeon. They give a lot of noodles so the bowl is already super filling by itself. I really enjoy the texture and bounce of the noodles! You can also customize your bowl with the sauces and spices at your table. The stir-fried black bean noodle (jaengban-jjajang) is also a great option if you're looking to share with 2-3 others.Their fried pork with sweet & sour sauce (tangsuyuk) is also a crowd favorite. The pork is super crispy and you have the option to ask for the sauce on the side if the mix is too sweet and/or saucy for your liking. Despite the wait, our dishes came out immediately after we placed our order. Service was quick and efficient too."

Yo Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.8 (451) • $$

"We found Yo Sushi on a whim when searching for food allergy safe sushi. We are so glad we found Yo Sushi and their amazing staff and service. We have come to them for quick lunches and long lunches and they have been great at accommodating gluten-free and shellfish allergies and even with catering they make sure our staff all have options. It's a simple, quick service restaurant that offers great eats at affordable prices. Their catering is done fantastically and they accommodate special allergy needs and are simply amazing. Can't rave enough."

Fugetsu - Sunnyvale

★★★★☆ 3.9 (748) • $$

"My SO loves Fugetsu and suggests it ad a choice frequently. I realized that everytime I have come by, most of their food had been sold.Today was the first time I saw all the food was stocked up and I had so many options. Their food is a good deal for most of them and I was perusing until I selected the Saba Shio Bento. The fish, croquette and karage are pretty delicious and the price is decent. They also have an extensive amount of gifts and cute items to get ~"

Pho Ga 88

★★★★★ 4.5 (82) • $$

"The chicken pho was amazing, the service was quick and the staff was friendly. I would definitely come back."

Feng Ze Yuan 鋒味館

★★★★☆ 4 (213) • $$

"Yum! Fantastic dim sum and Cantonese cuisine. Aside from your usual (but still yummy) favorites like Walnut Shrimp, they also offer dishes like Typhoon Shelter Baked Oysters and lots of Claypot dishes that will warm you up (so needed in these parts of the 'hood). Restaurant setup for your usual family and friends gatherings and/or take out and delivery. Located on Balboa Street and 45th Ave; just a few blocks away from Ocean Beach."

四姐 Special Noodle

★★★★★ 4.7 (505) • $$

"If you're looking for a place where the food is so good you're willing to battle for table space, The Special Noodle is the spot! We came hungry and ready to feast, ordering an impressive spread: chicken chow mein, honey walnut shrimp, salt and pepper chicken, lamb stew, General Tso's chicken, snowflake dumplings with mushroom chicken and green onions, wok-fried green beans, steamed soup dumplings, and shrimp fried rice. Basically, we took "ordering a little bit of everything" to a whole new level.Now, let's talk about the seating situation. The restaurant tried to squeeze us into a table so small that balancing all our plates would've been an Olympic sport. After some negotiations (aka, our waitress realizing that stacking plates like a Jenga tower wasn't an option), they moved us to the larger table we had originally requested--victory!But on to the best part: the FOOD. Everything was chef's kiss--seasoned to perfection, cooked with care, and absolutely delicious. While every dish brought something special, the standout stars were the General Tso's chicken, the wok-fried green beans (seriously, who knew green beans could be this good?!), the snowflake dumplings (pure magic), and the chicken chow mein, which disappeared faster than we could say "pass the chopsticks."Despite the minor seating hiccup and a waitress who seemed less than thrilled about our enthusiastic ordering, the service was solid, and the food more than made up for it. Would we return? Absolutely. Next time, though, we're claiming the right-sized table from the start--because when the food is this good, it deserves to be enjoyed with plenty of elbow room."

New Jade China

★★★★☆ 3.8 (341) • $

"Awesome owner and great food every time! They make it exactly how me and mom like it. Huge portions too!"

Luu New Tung Kee Noodle

★★★★☆ 3.5 (483) • $$

"It was dinnertime after another outing to Ed Levin Park and no energy was reserved for cooking. So, Luu Noodle to the rescue! A trio of #1's hit the spot, that umami broth and noodle/meat combo just fixes your number. This place still racks up quite a crowd, after all these years."

Tramy’s Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 (114) • $$

"There was no crowd upon arriving .I was greeted immediately which I love as being someone in the service industry as long as I have .The restaurant is quite quaint and cute ! I always order a chicken PHO when I come to Vietnamese restaurants.The bowl was huge and the waitress was happy and friendly .I enjoyed this place very much .The bowl of PHO is shockingly bigger than other PHO places I've been to ."

YGF Malatang & Hotpot

★★★★☆ 4.2 (75) • $$

"This place was so good !!! I love malatang and was so excited to come here for lunch . They have a lot more options here that I have not seen at other places like fish noodle ( fish cake noodle ) , cheese fish cake , a bunch of different tofu noodles / fried tofu , and a lot of other items that I have not seen before . I wish they offered the bone broth in extra spicy but they do have a sauce bar on the side to add your own sauce . They have two different dry pots here a chili oil dry pot or a peanut based dry pot . It's easy to end up getting a lot of food because I wanted to try everything so ended up with 1.47 lbs of food , it's $14.99 per lb. I think it's a good deal because I love all the variety ! Great place to come for malatang , super clean and a lot of variety !"

Lucky House

★★★★★ 4.8 (17)

"Great new Chinese restaurant with a huge selection of dumplings. We especially loved the wontons in Sichuan chili oil.The main dish list is more limited, but we loved everything we tried: Red Braised Pork Belly (tender and flavorful), Ma-po Tofu (rich and red, well balanced), and Lucky's Cumin Lamb (tender chunks covered in cumin, wonderfully spiced). When they expand the menu, I'd like to see some vegetable offerings.The staff is warm and friendly, the restaurant is super-clean although a little brightly lit. They serve bento boxes which would be great for lunch."

Special Noodle

★★★★☆ 4.3 (930) • $$

"This place was my favorite but now it has new ownership. I hate writing this because its Lunar NY. The menu is smaller, and the dishes they show on the monitors were not on the menu!Quality of the food is lacking and by the decline in number of customers in there, it shows. The dishes took a lot longer to get to us and there were only 3 tables."

An Khang Mi Gia

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (127) • $$

"The asian foodie in me says long standing 3 to 3.5 star places are the gems of the asian restaurant industry - and this is one of them. The ambiance might be a little tight for some but that's what I appreciate about these seemingly old school spots. They're lean, provide quality, there isn't this need to service you in this fluffy way to your expectations.Do give their rotisserie yellow noodle chicken a go. They use fresh oil and bring it out shortly after you receive your bowl of yellow noodles so its piping hot and crispy. It's always my go to."

XLB Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (731) • $$

"Obsessed with the dan dan noodles. Admittedly, I haven't had many types of dan dan noodles, but have had enough sichuan flavored food to be obsessed with this place. Also tried the chili oil wontons which were equally delicious, but if I'm going to be honest, I'd choose the noodles over the wontons. Noodles had a great balance of creaminess, a slight numbing spice, and peanut-y taste. PARKING: There is a decent sized shared parking lot on this plaza. Came on a weekday so can't say how busy it is during the weekend, but seemed fine for lunch. There is a fairly large covered patio for comfortable seating. SERVICE: Staff was friendly and helpful. Nothing spectacular, but overall a good experience. Will be coming back!"

Kevin’s Noodle House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (67) • $$

"We've been to Kevin's noodle house on Irving Street and the 2 locations in Daly City, so it was only natural to check out their newest location on Grand Avenue. Parking can be difficult when it's prime time, but we usually find a spot close by. Because this spacious location is fairly new, there's no waiting and you're able to get seated right away! And their extensive menu is the same and the food is solid too. OUR PICKS:#43 GRILLED BEEF, SHRIMP CAKES W/STEAMED RICE ~ I enjoyed the tasty beef and crispy shrimp cakes. Though you get an average amount of beef and a ton of rice. They also include some veggies too. 4/5#51 GRILLED BEEF, CARROT, LETTUCE, PEANUTS AND VERMICELLI NOODLE ~ I like a good amount of vegetables with my meal. That's why I often choose the cold noodle salad. I usually go for 5 spice chicken but decided to try beef. This hit the spot! My bowl had a good portion of tasty beef and nice, fresh greens. 5/5#1 PHO DAC BIET XE LUA ~ Special combo of thin sliced medium rare steak, well done brisket, flank, tendon and tripe. This only comes in a large. It is a huge bowl so if you're hungry, this would definitely be the one to get! And if you're hungry and like variety, it's got it all. Great on a cold day! 5/5#37 GRILLED PORK CHOP, SHREDDED PORK, PORK SKIN, EGG W/STEAMED RICE~ super flavorful pork! You get a good amount of satisfying food on this plate. 4/5I only wish that Kevin's would have flat rice noodles, but they do have egg noodles. If I'm having the cold noodle salad, then it wouldn't matter but for soup noodles, I prefer fresh rice noodles as the people in SJ always call it. But you can't beat the value at Kevin's!"