Came here because I was nostalgic for cumin lamb. The lamb did not disappoint; it was flavorful. We got the hand-ripped noodles, lamb dumplings, and the lamb burger. I haven't had too many hand pulled noodles, but it was alright to me. The dough seemed a bit thick and a bit dry to my liking. The lamb burger was a bit dry too. Had to dip it in the chili oil from the dumplings. The dumplings are the best thing we tried! The dough was thin, the filling was juicy and flavorful, and the chili oil for the dumplings was bomb! We were sipping on that chili oil after the dumplings were gone! It is a sit down place, but more like stools at a counter against the wall. There are some more seating with tables in the back, but seems to be missing some chairs. It gets packed, so we were nervous we couldn't get a seat, but luckily got two seats. Beware of the homemade sodas (did not get a picture of that). It tastes good, but they've gone flat when we tried them. Would have been nice if they stayed carbonated. I would totally come back again for the dumplings.
Overview
Walking into Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 Downtown Brooklyn feels like stepping straight into a busy neighborhood spot in northwestern China, except you’re right in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn. This location at 54 Willoughby St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, United States has become a go-to for people who want bold flavors without the pretense. I’ve eaten here more times than I can count, usually after work, and the experience is remarkably consistent no matter how long the line gets.
What stands out immediately is the menu, which doesn’t try to be everything at once. Instead, it focuses tightly on dishes from Xi’an cuisine, a regional style known for wheat-based noodles, robust spices, and savory depth. The star for many people is the hand-pulled noodles, also called biang biang noodles. Watching t
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✓ Identifies as Asian-ownedService options
✓ Delivery ✓ Takeaway ✓ Dine-inHighlights
✓ Fast service ✓ Serves local specialtyPopular for
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo diningAccessibility
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car parkOfferings
✓ Comfort food ✓ Quick bite ✓ Small plates ✓ Vegetarian optionsDining options
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Counter service ✓ Seating ✓ Table serviceAmenities
✓ Gender-neutral toilets ✓ ToiletAtmosphere
✓ Casual ✓ TrendyCrowd
✓ Tourists ✓ University studentsPlanning
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This is my favorite restaurant in New York, period. Always love the hand pulled noodles, got the N4 with the stewed pork and it was fantastic. Chewy and firm, and always picks up the sauce for maximum flavor. Also a huge fan of the flat bread sandwiches. The cumin lamb is super flavorful, but the stewed pork is my favorite. Simple, unpretentious, it is such a comfort and filling item. I'll be back for sure!
Super yummy food, fresh and perfect amount of spiciness to it! We got one of the popular dishes and it was so yummy. As well as the chrysanthemum tea and orange soda that they sell was sooooo delicious! I highly recommend this spot!!
ordered the regular spicy and tingly beef pulled noodles. The meat was delicious, and the noodles were a little chewy, very long, and thick. If you can’t handle spice, I’d recommend getting mild because the regular is quite spicy. Overall, it was a very good meal. I’d give it an 8!
The liang pi tastes quite good. I also appreciate their chili oil. The only thing is that they didn’t put fried peanuts in the liang pi - this would make the dish tastes MUCH more authentic and better!!! Please consider making that an add-on option!!!
Still one of my favorites years later. The N4 stewed pork noodle and chewy with tender pork and a great chili crisp. The pork burger is delicious, and the spicy and sour pork dumplings are just so nice and tart. It wouldn't be a XFF if there weren't lots of noticed and rules taped up to the walls and windows. One of my top foods in NYC. Bring one to LA!