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Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Union SquareA-

139 4th Ave, New York, NY 10003 · Chinese restaurant, Asian restaurant · East Village

Bold Xi'an-style noodles and dumplings with quick counter service, tiny seating, strong spice, and excellent value for a fast bite near Union Square.

The verdict

Xi'an Famous Foods delivers exceptional food quality with bold Shaanxi flavors and chewy hand-ripped noodles that justify its strong reputation, supported by outstanding service speed even during rushes. Occasional consistency variation in noodle texture and severely limited seating prevent a higher grade, though the fast-casual model and strong loyal following confirm this is a destination worth visiting—ideally for takeout.

One caveat: Very limited seating and cramped waiting area; expect lines at peak times

What to order

• Spicy Cumin Lamb Hand-Ripped Noodles (N1/NS1)
• Stewed Pork Burger (B1)
• Liang Pi (A1/A2)

What diners say

• Chewy, rustic noodles with real bite
• Signature cumin-lamb flavor bomb
• Speedy service from kiosks to pickup

Opening Hours

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