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Dun Huang
8.3
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Quick Bites Champions
Northwestern Chinese noodle house specializing in hand-pulled Lanzhou beef noodles from Gansu province. Watch noodles stretched to order and served in aromatic radish-beef broth with tender sliced beef, scallions, and signature chili oil that turns the soup iridescent orange.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lanzhou Beef Noodles, Cumin Lamb Burger, Cold Eggplant Salad
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: Rare Gansu province cuisine with hand-pulled noodles made to order
Who should go: Noodle enthusiasts seeking northwestern Chinese regional cuisine
When to visit: Lunch for quick satisfying bowls, dinner for fuller menu
What to order: Lanzhou beef noodles (choose width), spicy cumin lamb burger
Insider tip: Specify noodle thickness from hair-thin to wide belt-style
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on 60th St near 8th Ave—typically available in this quieter stretch of Brooklyn Chinatown. No valet, N train nearby
Dress code: Very casual—this is a no-frills noodle counter. Come as you are
Noise level: Moderate to quiet—focused slurping environment, easy conversation. No music distractions
Weekend wait: 10-15 min typical, less crowded than expected for quality
Weekday lunch: No wait—walk in and order immediately
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—primarily meat-focused menu. Some cold noodle dishes and vegetable appetizers available, ask server for options
Vegan options: Very limited—vegetables and plain noodles possible, but broths are meat-based. Not ideal destination
Gluten-free options: Not recommended—hand-pulled wheat noodles are the specialty. No rice noodle alternatives
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you're both noodle obsessives—it's casual counter seating focused on the food, not romance. Great for showing off adventurous taste, but skip if you want ambiance
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, almost always. This is a walk-in spot with quick turnover. Reservations accepted but rarely needed
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for ages 5+—watching noodles pulled is entertaining, mild broth options available. Simple menu makes ordering easy. No high chairs but fast service means minimal fidget time
What do the noodle thickness options mean? Eight choices from hair-thin to wide belt-style. Thin cooks faster in broth, wide has more chew. First-timers: try medium-wide for the full hand-pulled experience
Is there alcohol? No liquor license—beer and wine not available. Focus is purely on the noodles and tea
Best For
Better for: Authentic Gansu regional technique, customizable noodle thickness, solo dining efficiency, and unbeatable value under $15. Cleaner execution than most AYCE spots
Skip if: You need vegetarian options, want alcohol with dinner, or prefer atmospheric dining over pure noodle focus. Try Super Taste in Manhattan Chinatown for similar at higher volume