Where is the best noodles in New York?

Based on diner recommendations, the best noodles in New York is at Yunnan Noodle. We compared 21 restaurants serving noodles.

How much does noodles cost in New York?

Noodles prices in New York range from $3.00 to $23.39 across 21 restaurants.

All Dish Comparisons in New York

Best Noodles in New York

21 restaurants compared

Price range: $3.00 – $23.39

Avg recommendation: 90%

Top 5 Noodles in New York (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 21 restaurants:

Yunnan Noodle, $12.50 (Chinatown)
Yunnan Noodle, $13.50 (Chinatown)
Joe's Shanghai, $8.50 (Chinatown)
Old Sport Food — 99% recommended, $23.39 (Forest Hills)
Xi'an Famous Foods — 99% recommended, $13.25 (East Village)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 21 Restaurants Compared

Yunnan Noodle

Chinatown·$

Chicken Crossbridge Rice Noodle Soup

$12.50

Chicken broth version with 12 side dishes including poached chicken.

Yunnan Noodle

Chinatown·$

Curry Coconut Crossbridge Noodle Soup

$13.50

Creamy curry-coconut broth served with rice noodles and 12 side dishes.

Joe's Shanghai

Chinatown·$

Shanghai Noodles (Cu Mian)

$8.50

Thick, chewy noodles tossed with soy, sesame oil, vegetables, and pork.

Tip: Order after the dumplings arrive so the noodles come hot — waiting for both together means one gets cold.

#499% recommend

Old Sport Food

Forest Hills·$$

Xinjiang Lagman

$23.39

Hand-pulled noodles with stir-fried beef, peppers, and onions in a savory tomato-based sauce.

Tip: These noodles are remarkably long and chewy. Don't be afraid to use the provided scissors to cut them down to size—it's much easier to eat. The sauce has a great savory depth that isn't too spicy.

#599% recommend

Xi'an Famous Foods

East Village·$

Spicy Cumin Lamb Hand-Ripped Noodles

$13.25

Thick, chewy hand-ripped noodles with tender lamb, cumin, and hot chili oil.

Tip: These MUST be eaten immediately. The noodles continue to absorb the spicy oil and can lose their perfect chewy texture within 15 minutes. If you're solo, the East Village counter is the best place to eat.

#695% recommend

Wo Hop

Chinatown·$

Lo Mein with Roast Pork

$14.50

Thick egg noodles stir-fried with tender roast pork and vegetables.

Tip: The portions are massive. One lo mein can easily feed two people, especially if you're ordering appetizers. Ask for extra chili oil on the side.

#794% recommend

Xi'an Famous Foods

East Village·$

Cold Skin Noodles (Liang Pi)

$10.50

Cold wheat starch noodles with cucumber, bean sprouts, and gluten in a tangy sauce.

#892% recommend

Kopitiam

Lower East Side·$$

Pan Mee

$16.00

Hand-torn flour noodles served with minced pork, anchovies, and mushrooms in a savory broth.

#992% recommend

Sripraphai

Woodside·$$

Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)

$15.00

Wide rice noodles stir-fried with beef, basil, and a heavy hand of chili.

#1092% recommend

Shu Jiao Fu Zhou

Chinatown·$

Peanut Noodles

$3.00

Hand-pulled noodles tossed with savory peanut sauce.

Tip: Order this as a side to dumplings—the combination is perfect, and total cost is under $6.

#1192% recommend

White Bear

Flushing·$

Dan Dan Noodles

$4.50

Hand-pulled noodles with braised chili-spiced pork, cucumbers, and bean sprouts.

Tip: The hand-pulled noodles have a perfect chew. This is comfort food at hole-in-the-wall prices.

#1292% recommend

Yunan Rice Noodle House

Chinatown·$$

Ground Pork & Pickled Cabbage Crossbridge Noodles

$12.95

Rice noodle soup with ground pork, pickled cabbage, and 10 other toppings including egg, tofu, and vegetables.

#1391% recommend

Yunnan Noodle

Chinatown·$

Crossbridge Rice Noodle Soup

$12.00

Silky rice noodles in rich broth with 12 side dishes for customization.

#1490% recommend

White Bear

Flushing·$

Wonton Noodle Soup

$4.75

Hand-pulled noodles with wontons in light broth.

Tip: This is one of the most satisfying dishes for the price—wontons, noodles, and broth in one bowl.

#1590% recommend

Yi Ji Shi Mo

Chinatown·$

Beef Brisket Noodle Soup

$9.50

Tender beef brisket in a clear, savory broth with thin noodles.

Tip: The beef brisket is tender and the broth is light—this rivals broth houses charging double.

#1688% recommend

Yunnan Noodle

Chinatown·$

Tomato Beef Noodle Soup

$13.99

Tangy tomato broth with sliced beef and enoki mushrooms over rice noodles.

#1788% recommend

Yunan Rice Noodle House

Chinatown·$$

Coconut Curry Crossbridge Noodles

$13.95

Creamy coconut curry broth with mixed vegetables, shrimp, and pork, plus 12 fresh toppings.

#1885% recommend

Yunan Rice Noodle House

Chinatown·$$

Tomato Beef Crossbridge Noodles

$13.50

Tangy tomato broth with beef and fresh vegetable toppings, comes with unlimited rice noodles.

#1985% recommend

H K Wonton Garden

Chinatown·$$

Pan-Fried Noodles with Seafood

$8.50

Crispy fried noodles topped with shrimp, squid, scallops, and a savory gravy.

#2083% recommend

Yunan Rice Noodle House

Chinatown·$$

Spicy Sichuan Crossbridge Noodles

$12.95

Fiery Sichuan-style broth with chili oil and Sichuan peppercorns, with pork and seasonal toppings.

#2172% recommend

Yunan Rice Noodle House

Chinatown·$$

Chicken & Vegetable Plain Rice Noodles

$11.50

Shredded boneless chicken served cold with chili and peanut sauces on the side.