Lanzhou Lamian Noodle Bar in City of London, Westminster - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Next to Leicester sq exit, the place is always busy with people in and out. The menu has improved over the last couple of years. We ordered a seafood fried noodles and a veg spring roll. The food was pipping hot. Service was fine and fairly quick, be prepared to sit next to strangers when eating upstairs. There are additional seating downstairs and outside too...

Always a solid late-night food option. Eating in highly recommended, the hand-pulled noodles are really good.

Ordered a bowl of barbecued pork soup ramen The portion is really large If you want to feel full, this is the right place It's a pity that the barbecued pork is too hard and woody, so it doesn't taste good.

Amazing hole in the wall place for incredible soup. Huge portion and great price. The noodles are proper fresh, and the broth and meat were so flavourful. Seating is minimal but you go there for the true authentic food

No respect..... that's all... they are are acting u have to.... calm down...

The boss said that this is the only Lanzhou Ramen in the UK. I don’t know if it’s true or not, but Asians who are tired of eating Western food can come here to satisfy their cravings.

An address to which we come for the cuisine and not the setting. Coming out of a musical, we looked for restaurants that were still open late and decided to come to Lanzhou Lamian Noodle Bar. On arrival it's a bit confusing in front: there are a lot of people scattered around (between those waiting to be seated, those waiting in line, those who have nothing to do there, etc.). We don't really understand where to queue but we find our way relatively quickly. Despite the crowd in front, the servers are super efficient and we were seated very quickly. Inside, everything goes very quickly, it's a bit like a factory. We are given a menu with perhaps more than fifty dishes, with different types of noodles and cooking. We feel we have to hurry so we choose a little at random; fried pork and chives dumplings, “Fried” Lamian noodles with char siu, “Dry” cut noodles with char siu. The dishes arrive not even 5 minutes after the order. The ravioli are really very good, the stuffing is very generous and we don't miss the chives. The noodles are meaty and made in front of us. The char siu is really very good when you come across pieces with fat (one of the best I have eaten), but very dry when this is not the case; a bit of a shame, we feel that it was cooked too long and at too high a temperature. Vegetables are anecdotal and in very small quantities. Overall it's a very good meal, but the service (efficient but urgent and not warm) and the setting (old, small, not necessarily super clean) bring the rating down. However, I am not giving it 3 stars because that would be a bit harsh. In terms of prices, count on £8 for ravioli, £12 for a noodle dish, £1 for water and 10% more for service. It's very reasonable. In summary? A nice address that stays open very late and will therefore be able to welcome you whatever the time. A victim of its success, it's very busy and a bit factory, but the food is good. Ordering take-out may be a good solution.

We went to this place for dinner and we're placed at a table in the basement. It had the feeling of a fast food restaurant, very bright and noisy, not very comfortable, which is generally okay. However, the service was terrible. Everything was rushed, once my friends were done eating they were sent upstairs to pay and the table was cleaned while they were still seated, all while I was still in the bathroom. Considering the fact that you have to pay a 10% service fee that is unacceptable. Furthermore, my request to get noodles instead of rice with my desired dish was denied, which left me with a meal that I didn't actually want - no flexibility. My meal was obviously ready-made and the sauce tasted exactly the same as one of the other dishes. When wanting to pay they were not able to even give us a receipt. Instead they circled every dish we had on the menu and upped the price. According to them, they haven't updated their menu yet (I've read a similar thing in the reviews online from 9months ago). Overall would not recommend as it left us stressed and disappointed.

The food was AMAZING! So glad we stumbled upon this place. Do yourself a favor and order the noodles 😁

The prices in England, or rather London, are murderous. In particular, since you can't just starve, you have to buy and eat food, and the cost of this food is also high. The problem is that these foods are not delicious. It's not that it doesn't taste good, but it's bland. Whether it's bread, fried, or salty. As a result, Koreans cannot help but miss the soup in these food combinations. The atmosphere here is one you won't want to go to. They don't seem to care about hygiene at all and the service is terrible as they don't even provide water until you ask for it. Additionally, the seating is so small that you have to eat almost back to back with the person behind you. Fortunately, the beef noodle soup I ordered was very satisfying. First of all, the soup is thicker than expected, so you can fully taste the beef. Moreover, (I'm not sure if it's value for money considering the price), they put so much meat in it that it's literally chewy. The amount of noodles was considerable and they were cooked quite well. It holds the soup well and is salty and delicious. When I feel a little tired of the soup, I add a little bit of spicy sauce and it feels like the alcohol I drank the day before yesterday has sobered up or the greasy food has disappeared.

Very nice noodles for the cold night. The staffs were so quick and helpful. Thank you guys.

The fried rice is big and delicious!There are so many meet,it was really a satisfing meal.👍👍👍

Lanzhou Lamian Noodle Bar is one of those rare gems in London that you almost don't want to tell anyone about, just to keep it your little secret. Tucked away in an unassuming corner, this tiny restaurant delivers an authentic experience that transports you straight to the heart of China. The handmade noodles are the star of the show, crafted with a skill and precision that’s mesmerizing to watch. The texture is perfect—chewy, springy, and cooked to absolute perfection. Each bowl is a work of art, brimming with rich, flavorful broth, tender meats, and fresh herbs that create a symphony of tastes. The ambiance is as genuine as the food—small, bustling, and full of character. The simplicity of the decor only adds to its charm, making you feel like you've stumbled upon something truly special. It’s the kind of place that locals cherish and food enthusiasts dream of discovering. But here’s the thing: while I’m sharing this with you, part of me wishes I could keep this spot all to myself. It’s that good. If you do decide to visit, just remember—it’s a place worth savoring quietly.

Absolutely lucky find It's very tasty here. Authentic A place for both a substantial lunch and a snack I really liked it

We went based on a recommendation and the truth is that it did not meet our expectations. The nodles are homemade but they are doughy. Too much stress to ask. I think that being in the China Town area there are many more places

Love the freshly made noodles lamian in Dan Dan soup.

Come here often to eat. As a result, I ordered a lion's head that day. It tasted very bad when I ate it. I had diarrhea the next day after I got home. It must have been bad. This beef noodle shop is really good, and the stir-fried dishes are really hard to compliment. I feel like hygiene must be improved this time! Otherwise, I won’t dare to come, boss!

I had lamian minced beef. Delicious. The portion is really big. The place is quite small. I was just by myself and they squeezed me sitting in the corner with a stranger. No waitress offered for a drink.

Stewed beef noodles were good if a bit on the bland side. Was much better after adding some chilli crisp. Portions were massive and price is very reasonable so good overall

Fantastic. One of my favourite places to go in central

Good place to sample handmade noodles, either in savoury soups or fried. You can actually watch the pulling and stretching of the noodles by hand. A word of caution - be prepared to share tables with strangers. Staff can be loud in their thick Mandarin accent. You will also be startled by a loud bang - the noodle maker is smashing the big noodle dough onto the table. All these add to an authentic chinese restaurant experience. Please don't ask for a fork to twirl your noodles with ; it's like asking for a pair of chopsticks in an Italian restaurant ! Value for money. Servings are big. I would recommend the sour & spicy La Mian noodles and fried dumplings

The taste is terrible. It has nothing to do with the authentic Lanzhou beef noodles. It is sold as dog meat. Moreover, they were forced to share a table with foreigners. The waiter's attitude was also very bad. The waiter didn't even know what ingredients were in the sauce bottle when asked questions. There was zero service and he dared to charge a service fee. He knew that Chinese food in London was so bad that he didn't expect it to be refreshed again and again. My bottom line for Chinese food in London is that I won’t go there a second time

Stewed beef la mien soup noodle thin. That’s it. That’s the game

If you want to eat abundant, economical and delicious, this is the place. It is not to stay talking. I think the idea of ​​the place is different.

I watched a member of staff scrape plates of food and throw rubbish into a colander in a sink near the seating area then carry it through the diner to the cooking area and empty it out somewhere. Service was so rushed we just had whatever we were given, not an enjoyable experience at all.

Some of the best noodles in London for an unbelievable price!!Very good for late night meal or whenever really. Staff are really kind.

吃饱了🤰🤤🫠🥴Reasonably priced and the food portions are huge! Halal. My friend and I ordered the Stewed Beef Noodle Soup. She ordered very thin noodles, while I ordered flat ones. It all came down to £12 each. The pictures don't do the bowl sizes justice. The bowls were really large and we were struggling so much to finish 😅 but it was absolutely delicious! Personally, I would just get one bowl to share with a friend next time because it was so much for me. The broth and beef (before adding chilli oil) had a subtle creamy, nutritious and clean taste to them. I've had lamian in London before and this is probably the top when it comes down to authenticity and portion size. The tables, the layout of the condiments and utensils, the view of the talented chefs hand-pulling the noodles with immaculate skill and strength, just the whole atmosphere took me back to the liveliness and cosiness of restaurants in Asia. The food also arrived extremely fast, which further amplified the chefs's expertise. This is honestly one of the best places to go for comfort food. There were a lot of customers who also came to eat alone, the atmosphere is great for coming with friends as well as grabbing a bowl just for yourself. I loved the way people were comfortable enough to just pick up their bowls and drink the soup! I think introverts could come here for solo eating as the tables are arranged in the corner of all the bustling. Nevertheless, you may need to share the table with strangers as they are those long tables with one long bench on either side, but everyone seems to just mind their own business and enjoy the food and it's an overall friendly atmosphere. They also have seating downstairs and outside! The air is filled with chatter and the sounds of the chefs working on their craft so there's no room for awkward silences at all, you can just enjoy your food without having to think of the next line to a conversation. You also don't have to worry about where to look as an introvert, you can simply just look at the chefs cooking haha! I highly recommend this place!

只会占中国人便宜。为你们感到羞耻。 Racist team. I am a Chinese when I with my friends we only order one and then forced to order two because the woman at the door said there's no enough places if two people eat one noodle. But then other two people from other countries come they also just order one but got seat in it. 😂Also the food is so terrible I got one noodle is not even with other things in it. Shame on you and the woman at the door who in charge of orders. 非常恶心的店不会再去第二次。

Their food is not fresh. The beef is even cold over the hot noodles soup. The waiters and waitress are rude. The will move your food to another table without asking you when they are busy.

Edited from a 4 to 5 after trying a more expensive handmade noodle place in London and returning. This restaurant and the experience is a 5/5 IF you can sit outside and IF you get the noodles in the sour spicy soup. ……. The housemade noodles (can choose thick knife cut noodles or thinner hand pulled la mian) in the sour spicy soup is 5/5. The fried noodles are tasty but way too salty. They have housemade spicy chili crisp you can ask for. Ambiance is not pleasant. Cost is low for the area.

Great chinese food, felt right at home😋

Unfortunately, this is where it applies, we ate Chinese. The waiter did not know English well and did not know how to explain what I was asking. We wanted to eat classic noodles and he brought us some pappardelles that were slow to go, without taste, without soul. The chicken soup was hospital grade, without salt and the broth had no taste, as if they had added water. I won't go again

Favourite place to get food, be it super late when I’m driving into London or just a quick stop during the day. Recommend the fresh noodles, not sure about the other stuff but the duck is also really good

Very meaty and very enjoyable to eat. So delicious.

Excellent place finally found a Chinese food outlet that's open late that sells good food and is good value its £8 for a takeaway box that's already cooked so no waiting around it was lovely and fresh and hot as its busy you get the choice of rice or noodles and 2 of the other dishes I had the chicken curry and bbq pork which was delicious and you can pay with card I was there at 3 am not sure what time there open to but what is there not to love will definitely be going back

They were good before, cheap (£9)and quick, and the portion was really good. Now, 12 pounds, less meat and less noodle, bad service. I would rather go to kungfu noodle now, because it's the same price with more noodle and fresh beef. Just look at the picture, one piece of veg 4 pieces of frozen beef brisket. It used to be very good, cheap, delicious and big. The price-performance ratio was really good before. Now the meat noodles are less and there is a service charge. I would rather go to Lanzhou. There is no service charge at the ramen place. It is hygienic, the beef is fresh, and the service is good. The price is the same as in the photo, and corners are cut. I will not go there again.

The best late night meal in London Chinatown. Although the restaurant is small, but the vibe hits different when you really have a meal inside. Good price, home-made noodles and soup are definitely unbeatable, fill your stomach with delicious and keep yourself warm!

This place makes me want to be a dumpling-er and not a doer (iykyk).

The vegetable fried noddles were great. In general, everything is decent for the style of place it is.

One bench can fit 3 people, which I think is pretty good. It has the atmosphere of some places in China. But when the waiter came up, he asked you two to squeeze in so that the third person could sit. There is no politeness or politeness, only toughness. On the other hand, you greet foreigners with a smile, and foreigners can sit on a long bench for two people. This difference feels wrong. Catering requires both food quality and service attitude. Anyway, I won't go there again.

Had the la-mian fried pork soup and fried pork and chive dumplings. So satisfying! This is a bit of an in and out quick food spot because there was a bit of a line behind me, but if you want good Chinese food in London, this place will not disappoint.

Wow, a 10% compulsory service charge for a noodle bar that's falling apart and jam-packed? What a fantastic deal! I just love paying extra for the privilege of no service at all. This place is a masterpiece of neglect and chaos. Thanks for nothing! The food was good, though.

Amazing food but the rest not so great We got the noodles which were delicious and the portions were very big however the seating was quite unpleasant, there was a wardrobe behind us and employees kept squeezing between us and the other table lifting bags above our heads The worst part however was the hallway to the toilet which was also close to the kitchen, in said hallway an employee was crushing garlic with a hammer right on the floor (where people passed to the toilet) and also used his foot to hold the mesh bag in place. I’m not that easily turned off but if it was any other person I’m sure this would’ve led to a 1* review Lastly they offer no receipts so when they told us the price it seemed a bit high but we had places to be and I couldn’t be bothered to argue

I was sitting at the seven dials sundial when two folks sat down with the most delicious scent wafting from their food. I asked them where it was from, and they said Lanzhou Lamain Noodle Bar. Obviously, I went to get some. Service was great and quick. Not 5 minutes after opening my own take-away from here, someone came over to me and “that smells amazing, where did you get it?” So if you want delicious noodles or rice dishes in central London— Lanzhou Lamain Noodle Bar is the place to go!! (I go the Fujian Peanut noodles!)

Really great food...and efficient

Food: good (Dan dan noodles), not the most authentic but for £12, including 10% service charge. sanitation: left the chat. They make customers sit next to the sink where they dump leftover food. I went to their toilet and they had like a whole tub of cockroach sprays lol

This place is an *experience*! Probably the best noodles I've ever had, in the smallest and most chaotic restaurant I've ever been in. Still, the noodles are all that matter 🍜

What a find!! We were in London for three days and we ate here twice because it was so delicious. We had the special house fried rice, noodles with vegetables, and spring rolls the first time (the spring rolls are wonderfully massive!) The second time, we had pickled vegetable and egg la-mian noodle soup and it was SO good, so hearty and filling. I've noticed that some reviews complained about the lack of sitting room and being seated with random strangers at the same table but I found it fun and part of the experience. The place was never not packed which is a testament to the quality of the food and service (the staff are all so on it and so hardworking!) Highly recommend if looking to have Chinese food in London.

Very down to earth noodle place. However if you favour a quiet isolated place, this is not for you. You could literally hear and see the noodle guy making noodles behind you and thats how you know their noodles is handmade. The noodles are chewy and the soup is well-flavoured. We spent 15 £ per person on average. Limited seats inside though. Fast service if you are here just for a quick meal.

The noodles is very good but the chili oil is so cheap and lots of seeds inside, I can’t pretend I didn’t have good chili oil in Lanzhou before

Delicious, flavorful, spicy noodles. Very much a street food experience. I was hungry, it was midnight and I just need piping hot dan dan noodles and didn’t mind sharing a bench with strangers.

Beef noodles are surprisingly good - although not the authentic Lanzhou style. Good value for money with big portions. Can feel very crowded!

9/10. Absolutely an amazing La Mian noodles bar within downtown area. Hesitate to find a food after drink before you get steaming between McDonald or Kebab? Why not try authentic Chinese noodles with warm soup broth. Reasonable price in the deep night and cure your drunk heart. 💷 £11-30 💁🏻‍♂️ 5-15mins.

One of the best beef noodle in ChinaTown! Especially the handmade noodles!

There is a line to get in and it is crowded inside but there is a reason for the clamour. They make their noodles in house and they are absolutely delicious. Generous portions and fairly priced. You will be asked your order in the line and it is a fast turnaround so not ideal if looking for somewhere to spend an evening with friends

Horrible experience! Very very poor service - try to take away my plate before I finish, rushing you to pay, greasy table, was forced to sit at a table with 3 people that is supposed be a table for 2 and they don't ask you if that's okay (literally shoulder to shoulder while eating). I ordered fried noodle and asked for tap water and they charged me for the cup even they can bring it in a bowl - totally scam and the person at cashier is very sarcastic. On top of this there's 10% compulsory sevice fee charge - written in very small texts so you wouldn't see until you pay. The food is okay but will not come back again!!

Fresh made noodles, very tasty and service is great! Highly recommend! Very popular restaurant!

Wonderful place to drink typical noodle soup in the middle of the night in Covent Garden! The restaurant stays open late but is always full, there is always a queue outside. We present the menu to you and take your order in line before you sit down as soon as a table becomes available. Fast service, generous quantities, very good value for money.

We just recenlty came back from asia and was missing noodles. This was great! We liked it and will come back. But we are recommending just beef noodles soups, the spring roll was massive and very heavy in oil :/

Very authentic and the noodles were soooo good

Nice traditional chinese spot! Great noodles

I went to this place because it was open late at night, but I guess I ordered the wrong menu... It was all smelly and tasteless, so I left it all... That's how I ended up paying over 50 pounds.

£23 for tired looking noodles, bland sauce, tired pork, and dumplings

This place is no doubt, a hole-in wall restaurant. In a cold rainy night, the bowl of noodle soup from this place will warm you up happily and won’t break your bank. They also offer great Chinese bbq skewers that’s fab. 10/10 recommend to the ones that knows ☺️

Very delicious😋! Both ramen and noodles taste authentic

Fast efficient noodle spot, it gets crammed inside but the food is worth !!

I ordered 2 thins and my friend ordered 3 thins. After the food was served, I found that the two noodles were the same. I asked the waiter and he told me that this is 2 pieces. Do you think I'm a fool?

Authentic, super delicious noodle dishes, the kinda place where you're led to a tiny table in a dingy basement area next to the prep kitchen and it's *perfect* - no pretense, just great food.

My dining experience yesterday was extremely bad. The waiter kept giving us hints that we should eat quickly. For example, he kept coming over to ask if he would take it away for you even though he hadn't finished eating yet. Then when we checked out, we told him that if we wanted to pay separately, he said, "If there are more of us, we can share it equally. It's not much different." Oh no, some people don’t have anything at all and it’s unreasonable to share it equally, right? But in the end we were forced to split It's okay to fight for the table-turning rate, but not in this way, right? It was obviously not like this last time. I hope it can be improved.

Legit noodle spot. Broth is top tier. Super fast service

Been coming here for years! A staple if I'm around Leicester Square! The usual is a crispy pork noodle soup with a side of salt and pepper squid 🐙 But I must have felt greedy this visit because I spy wontons as well in there 😂 I couldn't finish it! Took the rest home and had it later... still delicious 😋 Noodles are so fresh, they make them right there in front of you. You can't ask for a more authentic experience. If you like your personal space, this is not the place for you but the food is top notch so you live with the close quarters.

Noodles tasty but when I told them to remove service charge, they simply refused to remove it. I only went for a quick meal (20 mins) and you don’t expect any service from here at all, simply telling me to “move” or “sit”. I even questioned whether they can remove the service charge if I paid cash, and unfortunately that is not an option. You are not obliged to pay service charge. Will not be returning until they understand that service charge is discretionary.

Great noodles at good prices with friendly staff

The food is delicious and the portions are huge👍🏻

Delicious Dao Xiao Mian noodle. We came back next day and we will next time we visit London, for sure.

An authentic, albeit cramped establishment selling Lanzhou style noodles. Not the most comfortable dining environment but very reminiscent of traditional Chinese noodle stalls. You can customise the noodles, toppings & style (soup/ fried/ dry). I ordered the beef soup noodles which was quite flavourful. There is chilli oil on the table if you want an extra kick.

Cramped and crowded, this little restaurant serves mediocre Chinese food. HOWEVER If you go for the Shanghai style hand-cut soup noodles, you can walk out with a full belly and a smile.

Best late night noodle bar. Authentic hole in the wall in the midst of Soho. Best for a night of drinks at any of the options in Central London and then come here for a sumptuous dinner. The ramen and pepper chilly chicken were noteworthy.

Excellent noodles made on demand. Couldn't be fresher. Very fast service.

Very disappointed with my experience at Lanzhou Lamian Noodle Bar! The taste is far from authentic Lanzhou noodles, which was a huge letdown. Additionally, the space inside is incredibly cramped and the prices are unreasonable. I do not recommend this place at all!

Amazing fresh hand pulled noodles slapped so hard, for the price, it was the best affordable noodles I’ve had in the UK!!!!! Sauce was 👌🏻🤤highly recommend

Delicious inexpensive food. Fast service. Live cooking.

amazing filling and affordable. thanks!

Open till 4am, quick and cheap.

I had the lanzhou beef noodle soup which was great and fairly priced. Not a place to visit for the ambience but I was still very comfortable eating in a small space next to strangers.

Authentic Chinese noodles. Upstairs you can watch the master make fresh noodles. Portions are very generous. My favourites are beef noodle soup and zhajiang (beef mince) noodles. I've been here many times and will go many times more. Best Chinese noodles in London.

Thick flat noodles beef stew soup. Possibly the best noodles dish in central London. They've been there for years, and they do everything right. Highly recommended for a quick, delicious bite.

quick, delicious and massive portions. can’t wait to try more of the menu

Good place for noodles I took the slide beef noodles soup super good ..

A delicious and cheap noodle place in London! Fast service and laid back atmosphere. A real gem in central London❤️

Noodles were delicious and portion was big. Their skewers were very nice, just a bit small.

Amazing noodles, and absolutely huge portions! Stopped by for a quick lunch before a matinée. A really small venue, and can be a bit cramped, but honestly I think that's part of the joy. Staff are super lovely - will definitely be back!

It's good because it's not expensive compared to London prices and the quantity is large, but I'm not sure if it's as delicious as before. And not just once or twice if you make a mistake in calculating, but you purposely get more every time you go. Be sure to calculate the money before calculating.

The taste is okay, but the service attitude is very poor

I ordered a thin noodle soup, but it didn't look that thin. The noodles are served on the spot, which is generally good. The environment is a bit crowded, but otherwise everything is good.

Authentic noodles - don’t be fooled by the buffet at the front, go for the menu items.

Legit, good beef noodles. It has plenty of meat and enough vegetables with it, the noodles are thick, and all handmade and fresh. Service is fast, and they provide English translation on menu. They also accept card payment which is a plus. The beef is so soft and flaky, almost melts in your mouth. I felt like I was in Hong kong, sharing the tables with strangers.The place is cramped but I loved the dining feel. This is no frills restaurant, not a huge high end places but expect that the food will be really good, almost feeling like eating at home. If you are coming in as a group, it will be difficult to sit you down. Otherwise, this will be my go to Chinese noodle place in London now.

We had the "fresh hand-pulled" noodle soup and unfortunately got horrendous food poisoning after! We came early, right as they opened, and the theory is that they might have served dumplings from the day before, which is simply delightful as I have spent a few days downing pain meds on the toilet! Food tasted alright and I've been a regular but this was honestly my last straw like I will pass on the £9 noodles if it means I get to function normally, some of us have to get an education, preferably not from the confines of my toilet :)

Really very good and not expensive

It's good to eat hot soup when you're tired of Western food. I recommend Dosakmyeon with sliced ​​beef or stew. The spring rolls come in large pieces and are great to eat as a side. Don't expect much from hygiene or kindness.