Dezhou Style Braised Chicken in Birmingham

This little noodle place was recommended by my colleague who is from China. I was so glad that I tried this place, everything tasted great and authentic! The best noodle place in Birmingham.

The braised chicken and braised pancakes are very delicious!

Amazing food and very friendly staff. You will not regret eating here!

This is hands down one of the best resturants in Birmingham. The shredded pancake noodles are the best

The highlight was definitely the fresh-made noodles they were delicious, with a perfect texture and rich flavor. The quality of the food stood out, and you could tell it was freshly prepared. Beyond the great food, the service was excellent. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience, and l'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic, flavorful noodles and great service.

Small quaint place run by friendly staff. Have a good choice of hand stretched noodles.

Really nice here. Tried it out on a whim and was not disappointed. Staff are really nice and the food was fab. Food came out really fast as well. Just a heads up though it's cash only.

Small portions. Overpriced. No taste.

Just very vey bad No cards accepted no receipt

Best Chinese place I’ve tried in the UK. Loved the cucumber started and the noodles with braised chicken soup 🤩

Delicious authentic food made with fresh hand stretched noodles. The taste is wonderful, price is good, and the service is lovely and kind. Also, the handmade noodles are made fresh have a really nice texture with the perfect amount of bite. This is a good place for everything; lunches, dinners, eating with friends, or having a meal on your own. Please note that they only accept cash but at least there’s a cash machine nearby.

Affordable, authentic Chinese food. Cash only.

This place is about pure food experience. No fancy stuff, just food at it's best. Can't recomende more. Add it to your bucket list if you are in Birmingham.

I went there twice. The first time I had mixed noodles, and the second time I tried the signature Texas braised chicken noodle soup. Lovers of heavy flavors said it was even more delicious after adding red oil chili pepper🤤, and the noodles tasted smooth and chewy. The business in the store is so good, it is recommended not to go there for meals. When there are a lot of takeaways and dine-in, the boss is very busy and has no patience to talk 😂

Great food at a good price. Cash only place, but atm is just around the corner

Good noodle to be fair but inconsistent quality of the braised chicken. Today, me and my girlfriend ordered the same braised chicken, but mine tastes terribly and it was obviously uneatable (I’ve been eating there for the last 3 days so I know the taste). I asked them to replace one for me but the kitchen staff insisted that it’s nothing wrong even though I invited them to try themselves. They just refused to do so and not willing to give any solutions. It’s obviously not an attitude that a restaurant should have when they serve bad quality food. So my advice is simple, don’t take the risk to order the special chicken.

I recommend Chaobing. This is a unique kind of street food of central China that can hardly be found in most Chinese restaurants in the UK.

It was the best noddle I had throughout the year.

Tasty, large portions and fresh - great value for money. Loved the open kitchen and watching the noodles being made. Note it is cash only.

Very cheap, large portion, good noodles, but not as delicious as claimed. . . The overall cost performance is very high.

Ordered a stir-fried braised chicken noodle and a braised chicken noodle with soup. Both taste great and definitely worth a try. For braised chicken noodle with soup, the chicken is so tender that meat falls off from the bones, making it easy to eat. Besides, the service is nice and accommodating. The only thing you might need to pay attention to is that they don’t accept card payments.

Excellent food and service. Great hand-pulled noodles and delicious chicken. The salt and pepper prawns were also delectable. Will return. Cash only.

I went with my partner, we ordered a noodle dish, a rice dish and mixed vegetables. The rice dish never arrived and my partner ate her noodles and veg before the tried to persuade me to have mine as a take away dish. This restaurant came recommended but I had an awful experience as my dish never arrived but from what I tasted of my partners food it was nice.

Having lived in Birmingham for five years, I can confidently say that this restaurant has the best noodles I've ever had. Highly recommended! The noodles are all handmade and freshly pulled. With an open kitchen, you can watch the owner make the noodles . I personally highly recommend the Texas Stewed Chicken Noodle Soup, while my friend prefers the Texas Stewed Chicken Braised Pancake. Both are delicious! This is my fifth year living in Birmingham. The best noodles I have ever eaten are from this restaurant. Highly recommend! The noodles are all hand-made, and in the open kitchen, you can see the boss making the noodles. I personally highly recommend the Texas Braised Chicken Noodles, and my friend prefers the Texas Braised Chicken Pancakes, both are delicious!

Wow I’ve been wanting to try this place for ages, and was not disappointed! Super fast service, and I don’t know how to put it into words but the broth tastes just like the one you get in China, so flavourful and chicken was so tender! Great value too!

Decided to try as I've never had hand pulled noodles or dezhou chicken before - absolutely amazing. Basically the best stir fried noodles I've ever had and the chicken was delicious. And super fast service too - food on the table within about 10 mins of sitting down. Also the honey lemon iced tea is recommended for a reason. So glad I decided try this place

Amazing food,, noodles to die for,,, very popular place

I used to study in Birmingham six years ago, and now I'm back as a tourist. The food here is so delicious, and the prices are reasonable. The chicken and noodles are a must-have.

This place is such a hidden gem. I always get the chicken, shredded pancake and handmade noodles 🤤 so good!!

Delicious stir-fry noodle, comes here nearly every week

Great service, great atmosphere, delicious food, huge portions, would highly recommend!! Reasonably priced too. Absolutely lovely little place. Small but mighty! We enjoyed our food and seeing the noodles made by hand was a brilliant touch!

Superb value for money. Proper Chinese cuisine with absolutely delicious cucumbers. Highly recommend.

The shop doesn't invite you to linger but the food is excellent. The service was quick and friendly. A good place for a quick, tasty meal.

I ordered the dezhou style braised chicken with noodles and everything tastes so fresh. The chicken was really soft. I opted for the cumin seasoning and everything tasted so so so flavoursome. The meal came to £10.80 for a big portion! Definitely recommend a visit!

Authentic and delicious noodle based Asian food. Cash only

I can resist to come over and over and over again here since from the service to the food everything is just amazing. The sweetest and most caring people! Food is not only delicious but a experience to delight yourself in.

What can I say,such an inviting place,friendly,clean,noodles were hand made to order u can even see them stretching the noodles!!wow uve got to visit here so tasty and authentic definately be visiting here again!

If you like noodle food, this cafe has a variety of noodles and ramen very hot and spicy and non spicy at a reasonable price.

Great food!! Tastes so fresh and staff are always accommodating 🤍

Really nice friendly place food was fresh and I watched the guy making fresh noodles .. we will return Thank you

We were more than pleasantly surprised with our pre theater meal , the lady who served us was really helpful in advising our dining preferences and it was facinating watching a man making the noodles

Excellent stir-fry and noodle soup, quick and friendly service, good portion sizes. Can't ask for much more. It's highly rated for a reason. Note that it's cash only, but there's a cash point by the Tesco not too far away and the food was ready before I got back.

was real yummsrs. rlly nice noodles think made in the shop. rlly nice staff. is cash only too.

We were off to the theatre and were looking for somewhere to eat some authentic food in China Town. The restaurant was filled with customers, even on a Wednesday lunch, we ordered noodle soup and a spicy chicken noodle meal. We were able to watch our food being prepared, staff were courteous- even with us using forks as well as chop-sticks. The food was fresh, flavourful and extremely tasty, and so reasonably priced! We were not disappointed!

Friendly staff, very good quantity and quality of food. I have tried most of their food and every dish is so flavourful but their handmade noodles are the best. May's hospitality is superb ! Highly recommend this place for the best Chinese authentic noodles Mash

Service was quick and the staff are lovely. Although from the outside it doesn’t seem much, on the inside it feels homely and authentic. The ladies who take orders and serve drinks are so nice, and always make sure I’m doing okay while eating. It’s quite a small restaurant so when it’s busy, it’s quite cramped. However, I feel that adds to the experience a little bit. I don’t mind being sat with strangers. If you manage to get a seat on a quiet day, it’s a lovely atmosphere where it’s okay to take your meal slow. But the food, OH THE FOOD, is gorgeous!! You have to try the dezhou chicken, it’s amazing. This has quickly become my favourite restaurant in Birmingham, and I hope it becomes yours too.

Excellent noodles and helpful staff since we hadn't been before. I had beef stir fried noodles and really enjoyed it. My sister had the mixed veg stir fried noodles and loved the flavour-- though it wasn't spicy enough for her. So, she added spice from the peppers on the table. Do note that it's cash only, but a machine is nearby. Very handy location for the Hippodrome and Birmingham New St station.

Visited for lunch and was extremely impressed. Wife wanted to visit for the hand made noodles after previously seeing this place. Waited in a queue outside due to the Chinese celebrations but the food was certainly worth the wait. I had Dezhou Style Braised Chicken which was a delight (had it spicy but certainly wasn't too hot) and my wife had the chicken noodle soup which she also thought was fantastic. £25 in total including 2 soft drinks, well worth it. Service was fast and the food came out quick. Will definitely come again

To whoever served me, potentially the nicest and most helpful woman in the world, thank you for the great service. Had the king prawns starter and my friend had plain noodles, both were very fast and very tasty. Would recommend for anybody.

Noddles were fresh and lovely and soft

The restaurant looks fairly unassuming compared to its neighbours but don’t let that put you off. The food is delicious, served quickly and the staff are really nice. I’d definitely recommend the noodles with pepper (and braised chicken, of course!)

Amazing food!!! Chongqing style soup noodles with cucumber salad on the side is the best thing ever. Amazing service. They also do amazing cheese mango smoothie, they remind me of Hong Kong. Edit: It's been 4 years and I still go to this place whenever I'm in Birmingham. Sometimes I go to Birmingham just for this. Still tastes amazing. The noodles are chewy and the broth is so full of umami. The cucumber salad for the little palate cleanse. Ooof....I feel so satisfied everytime. They don't do the drinks anymore but that was never the reason why I loved this place.

As someone who doesn’t tolerate much spice, I feel the Dezhou style chicken was wasted on me. Pictured is the star of the restaurant in a noodle soup made non-spicy for my palate. I tried a spoonful of the spicy version and they are world’s apart in terms of flavour. If you can handle it, choose this! And maybe the dry noodles over the soup. The noodles themselves have the perfect bite, they make it in-house! Some of the friendliest service I have encountered too. Very affordable at £11 for a main.

The staff were very friendly and helpful when we didn’t know what to choose. Unfortunately the food was not wha we expected. Mine had no taste and the noodles were very doughy. The food came out so quickly that it made us wonder if it had been reheated. Then we went to pay and were only then notified we could only pay in cash which was frustrating as we did not bring any out. Was very surprised about all this due to the good reviews. It’s a shame we had that experience.

Wanted to visit after seeing all the good reviews but do not understand the hype at all. Good service, food came really quick. 1. Soup noodles: broth is super bland, nothing special at all, chicken is dry and just a bit salty, not much flavour at all… Noodles have good texture and seems to be hand pulled but is no use if the broth has no flavour… 2. Cucumbers: Ordered cucumbers as a side and I’m glad I did, otherwise there would be nothing tasty on the table. They were very flavourful and hits the spot. Overall it was very disappointing considering it wasn’t really cheap for a student, perhaps if i ordered something else it would be better.

Braised chicken was a bit of a letdown. It was a bit dry. But other than that this is some hearty and unique chinese food with fresh handmade noodles The cabbage appetiser was my favourite dish

Random came across this on a trip to Birmingham. Excellent food, hand made noodles. I'll come again.

Really nice and friendly staff and affordable priced simple, authentic, yummy Chinese noodle. Hand made noodle's texture is incomparable, chewy and doesn't become mushy / doughy, 彈牙有嚼勁! You can even see the chef moulding the dough from a glass panel and see how its being made. Tried both their soup noodle (dine in) and stir fried noodles dish (takeaway) and liked them both, the noodle is rlly versatile. Broth of the soup is perfect, not overpowering but flavourful, chicken is alright but if I had to rank everything it definitely would be noodle & soup > chicken. Only thing to beware of is that they accept cash only, which is a bit inconvenient... but I'm happy to support small independently run shops with their preferred means of payments for this food quality.

This was honest, no nonsense food that felt homemade. We had the braised chicken soup ramen which came in a tasty broth and lots of fresh coriander. It was perfect on a cold day and was excellent value for money. The staff are very sweet and accommodating. Will definitely be back if we're in the area.

強烈推薦! 手工拉麵! 之前還有BBC採訪,超值! 服務態度良好, 價錢公道, 老闆娘親切和友善。

I wasn't sure what I was going to find when I walked in. But when I saw they made the noodle there fresh and handmade, I knew I wouldn't be dissapointed. I had the pork and fermented vegetable noodle soup. To be honest, there wasn't a lot of meat in the soup. Maybe I should have chosen the vegetarian one instead. The noodle was chewy to the bite and broth was really nice. The only downside is, they only take cash payment.. I mean, are we not in year 2023, who the hell always carry cash in their pocket ? I nearly walked out thinking that I had not got any cash with me and if I did, that's them loosing a customer.

I love this place so much. the hand pulled noodles are the best noodles in brum for sure plus they have the nicest service & BIG portions🤰 I love getting cumin and black pepper flavour mixed & then adding some vinegar & chilli 💖 you can’t beat fresh noodles that are made in front of u. Gonna come back and try all the noodle soups and more now that it’s winter. cash only but cash point across the road

Never disappoints, quality is always good

La comida es deliciosa, los noodels los hacen al momento, mientras comes puedes ver cómo los amasan y los hacen, la comida es muy sabrosa hemos probado varios platos en días diferentes, si pides la sopa especial con pollo o cualquier otra cosa con pollo te sirven medio pollo en el plato.

I’ve been here 3 times in the last two weeks after discovering it. I must’ve walked past it a million times and never thought to try it. The food is very affordable, authentic, fresh hand pulled noodles and lots of flavour. The ladies working the tables are lovely and accommodating also. Bear in mind, an hour before closing they don’t allow dine in.

Love this place! Love the food, the service, and the vibe. Comfort food at it’s best. We keep coming back for the Dezhou Chicken dry noodles. Definitely 10/10.

Get the braised chicken, dry noodles, black pepper sauce. Beautiful! Only downside on the service was cash, only, but cashpoint round the corner.

Best food in Birmingham. Very good service and the food is super tasty

Not much frill with amazing, authentic cuisine. The lady taking the order & managing was so nice, too. Open till late evening. The noodles were perfect, al denté, hand pulled. Beef in the broth was tender and flavorful. They don't skimp on it either. I recommend the Cha (tea in Chinese) too. Can't go wrong with that.

Excellent hand pull noodles and extremely quick and efficient service. The only regret I had is that I didn’t try the food earlier! Little hidden gem in Birmingham!

Visited this restaurant today. From the very first moment I had a great feeling about the place. To begin with, the waitresses were lovely and they helped us decide what to eat, so we finally had some lovely Dezhou style braised chicken breast and noodles and House Speciality. Noodles are hand made and you can actually delight yourself with the spectacle while you eat if you're lucky! They are extremely chewy (which for me is top!), and succulent and rich in flavour. A plus too: they are served in generous amounts and super fast! This restaurant is a gem and I would definitely recommend eating there if you're having a look at the tiny hidden restaurants around the Chinese Quarters and considering where to have your meal! 很好吃！

Spontaneously decided to dine here with 2 other friends. This is actually on my list to go for food !! I wanted something light and this is the only place that does handmade lai meen! And can see the guy actually making it !! Food came out really quick and really filling too. I ordered their signature dish !! - Dezhou Style Braised Chicken Soup Noodle Great amount of chicken was put in and really soft and tender ! The noodles was “springy” 彈! Great value of money ! Would come here again to try other dish!

The noodles with the soups are not tasty as I expected.

Ordered the house style noodles. Absolutely delicious. Friendly staff. Enjoyed every bite!

Never felt so bad recepted like that.

The best Chinese restaurant to date.excellent tasty food and smiley service. There is not much to choose from either stir fry noodles or soup noodles but the taste stands out whatever dish you choose. Reasonably priced and good quality and quantity.Don't expect posh biemt settings here.Simple decor and seating is bit crowded in this small place.fast service and doesn't have to wait long to get a seat.

Visited alone and was really impressed. Loved watching the noodles being made - they understand veggie/vegan diet and the menus are very clear. Great biang biang noodles. Will be be back next time I'm in town!

Food was fantastic, amazing price and felt so authentic.

Un lloc típic de gent local, on pots degustar uns fantàstics noodles, a més pots veure com els elaboren. Molt recomanable.

Fresh handmade noodles at affordable prices.

Noodles were really bland and the beef was still cold. Ordered 2 dishes with chinese tea and a can of coke.

Delicious food and great staff.

在英国吃过最好吃的山东拉面，真的非常庆幸晚上走进了这家店，面非常劲道且入味，西北人被好吃哭了😭😭，超级推荐！！

What a way to experience the traditional handmade noodle ! Food was excellent, great service and great value for money. Definitely one to check out on your travels

I didn't noodles could taste this good . Mind blown . Love this place and i shall return

Loves the food. Definitely Definitely try the chicken!!

Absolutely delicious! Authentic! Amazing flavours! My number 1 Chinese restaurant in Birmingham. Its a must visit for sure and you will not be disappointed! Braised Chicken is amazing and also the cucumber salad, stir fry veg and shredded potato is a must have as well!

Our favourite noodle place in Birmingham! The noodle soups really hit a spot and there's nothing better than fresh, hand-pulled noodles! Prices are quite reasonable and portion sizes are good too! They get busy at times, but things move quickly so you never have to wait long if at all. It's cash only, so keep that in mind. There's an ATM in the same complex, just round the corner though.

Every time my friend and I have visited this place the food has been 10/10. Good selection on the menu and lots of beverages including herbal tea to choose from. We always have the spring rolls and then we have the Biang Biang noodles and I had the king prawn hand made noodles. Noodle dishes are around 10.50 but worth it. Quick and easy service, definitely recommend.

Pros: Pretty amazing noodles for Birmingham. Decently priced as far as eating out is concerned. Cons: Major downside is it’s cash only. Soy milk is from the carton so take what you will with that information. Was hoping it was fresh.

If you’re going to name your restaurant after a particular dish, make sure to do it well. Dezhou Style Braised Chicken is one of those brilliant places that doesn’t focus on the decor- it’s functional, but pretty bare-bones- and simply lets the food speak for itself. I had the titular chicken with noodles, along with some smacked pickled cucumbers on the side, and it was delicious- moist, fragrant chicken complimented by the refreshing tangy crunch of the cucumber. Service is prompt and welcoming. When I went, it was cash only, however there is a cashpoint around the corner.

Absolutely a must-go if you're in Birmingham looking for good noodles.

WOW WOW WOW. Everything about my food was delicious. Truly the best noodles I've ever had in my life, you can tell they are freshly made with quality and skill. Absolutely exceeded my already high expectations!!! The staff member who took our order was so helpful, informative, and kind. I want to go back and try everything else on the menu! Their namesake Dezhou style 10hr braised chicken is so tender and flavorful. The spicy brisket soup is such a delicious spice level. Every bite of noodle made me happier and happier! Don't miss out on this fantastic spot. You can really tell they put love and care into the food. Bonus: watch a skilled craftsman make the hand pulled noodles you will soon enjoy! **Cash only** Take extra in case, because the menu will tempt you into ordering more (and you'll be glad you did).

The best tasting noodles in Birmingham. Try their stir fried cumin noodles. Heavenly!!! You should you go and try it.

Food is delicious. The noodles are unique. The texture and flavour are unmatched. Dry Noodles with the iced homemade tea is my go to. Seems to be family owned. Hard working and pleasant staff. Prices are excellent so make sure you leave a good tip!

Typical small Asian restaurant with authentic food that is done well. Great soups, properly filling and wholesome. Must have the beef brisket soup. It’s very good. Staff is welcoming, gracious and helpful. Small intimate seating, but can still hear a conversation even when busy.

Absolutely the best noodles ever! I can’t say enough about how amazing this was. Watching them make the noodles is something special! Uncle Roger would approve.

The spicy beef hand pulled noodles were really flavourful and spicy which I enjoyed.

Delicious freshly made noodles. Always love to come and eat here. Highly recommended.

This place totally deserves all the praise it gets in the reviews - the service was great, super friendly, and the food was amazing. We both tried the braised chicken, which was soft, tender, melt-in-the-mouth and flavoursome. The handmade noodles were perfect, and all the spices really hit the spot. Heartily recommend! (And yes, don't forget your cash as they don't take card payments.)