I was very puzzled by the taste that I had never eaten before. The flavor was so subtle that the scent and taste of cilantro came through directly, and I felt like I never wanted to eat this dish or cilantro again. Streamer Shakka once said that cilantro tastes like stink bugs, so although I didn't spit it out immediately upon eating, food that really tastes like the smell of stink bugs is nothing but unpleasant. I ended up just badmouthing cilantro, but this dish is not necessarily bad. I was just confused by the taste I was experiencing for the first time, and I couldn't determine whether it was delicious or not because it was different from what I had eaten before. But the meat was too gamey to be palatable.

I have been hooked on the serious Chinese cuisine trend lately, and I was surprised to see "Serious Chinese" nominated for the 2022 U-Can Buzzword Award. The serious trend is not limited to Chinese cuisine, but also includes various cuisines like North Indian, South Indian, Bengali, Provence, Brittany, Alsace, Basque in French cuisine, and Northern Italian (Milan, Venice, Turin), Southern Italian (Naples, Palermo, Corsica) in Italian cuisine. On this day, since my wife had some errands to run at her parents' house and there was no home-cooked meal, as part of my serious Chinese restaurant conquest, I decided to challenge a Lanzhou beef noodle specialty shop located in Shinjuku Nishiguchi. Lanzhou City is located in Gansu Province in northwest China, and it takes about 11 hours by high-speed train to reach Urumqi in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, which means that in addition to the serious Chinese trend, it also adds elements of Silk Road cuisine that I became interested in last year. The shop is operated by a company called Nihon Ushie Kyodai Co., Ltd., and there used to be another branch in Hongo Sanchome (Gyuke Kyodai Lanzhou Beef Noodle University of Tokyo Akamon Store), but it has closed down and has been replaced by a Uyghur cuisine restaurant called "DOLAN". As a sister store, there is also a shop called "Sapphie Lanzhou Beef Noodle Ikebukuro Store" on the west side of Ikebukuro Station, but the operating entity there is a separate legal entity called Sapphie Tokyo Co., Ltd., which is also a Chinese capital company. The shop is located on the first floor of a building (Ida Building) along the old Ome Kaido near Shinjuku Station West Exit. The nearest station is Shinjuku Nishiguchi Station on the Toei Oedo Line, with the D2 exit being the closest, about a 1-minute walk from the ground exit. The shop is located on a corner, and under the sign for Lanzhou beef noodles, you can also see the words "Silk Road cuisine". On this day, there was a heavy rain forecast, and by the evening, the rain had become quite heavy, but the restaurant with only table seats was quite crowded. However, it was not completely full, and there were empty seats, so I was able to sit comfortably at a vacant 4-person table. Most of the staff are of continental descent, which is quite natural, but the restaurant seems to have quite a few customers of that descent. In a serious Chinese restaurant like this, the number of customers of continental descent is often a barometer of the restaurant's level, so there seems to be some expectation for this restaurant in that regard. Moreover, the Ikebukuro "Sapphie Lanzhou Beef Noodle Ikebukuro Store", which is a sister store, was quite to my liking, so I had high expectations even with just the preliminary information. There are menus on the table, with a menu book and a single sheet menu. The menu book offers a wide variety of dishes such as side dishes and noodles, with a focus on beef and lamb dishes. The mainstay of the noodles is of course Lanzhou beef noodles, but there are also variations such as simmered beef noodles and hot and sour beef noodles. The single sheet menu also includes set menus. I ordered the Beef Ball Set Menu for 1,190 yen. Despite the name Beef Ball Set Menu, it does not come with rice with Lanzhou beef noodles, but it is a set that comes with a seasoned egg and beef chashu added to the Lanzhou beef noodles. For the Lanzhou beef noodles, you can choose from six types of noodles, ranging from the thinnest fine noodles to the widest daikan noodles, so I chose the triangular noodles (third from the top in thickness), which is the classic Lanzhou beef noodle. By the way, the other set menus include the Beef Family Set Menu with two side dishes for 1,080 yen, and the Lanzhou Beef Noodle and Mini Fried Rice Set Menu for 1,080 yen. Compared to the half-Chan Ramen at a typical Japanese Chinese restaurant, it may seem a bit pricey, but I think this is the going rate for Lanzhou beef noodles. It was not that crowded, so I was able to sit at a leisurely 4-person table.

The garlic flavor, coriander aroma, spicy chili oil, and spices were all things I like, but the taste was unfamiliar to me as I had never tried it before. I imagine it would taste quite delicious once I get used to it. Inside the restaurant, Chinese is spoken all around. It's like going to Yoshinoya in LA where it's full of Japanese people. It seems they also have a menu for drinking in the evening. I would like to come back at night next time.

It was mid-afternoon at GW, so almost everyone there was a foreigner. They have counter seats for one person, so you can feel comfortable dining alone. I didn't notice that they had mixed noodles (probably something like lagman) on the last page of the menu, so I ordered the Lanzhou ramen. You can choose the thickness of the noodles, so I ordered the widest ones (belt noodles: piitai noodles). You can also ask for no cilantro or no chili oil. The ramen was served in less than 10 minutes. The soup is a gentle beef bone base with chives, leeks, cilantro, chili oil, and other spices mixed together for an ethnic flavor. The wide noodles are about 5-7cm wide, chewy, and satisfying to eat. The soup has a mild flavor, but as you drink it, you start sweating gradually. The chashu was a bit thin. You can get a free noodle refill once (additional refills are charged), which is a great deal. However, it's quite filling, so I decided to skip the extra noodles. The taste is so delicious and unique that you can't find it anywhere else. I would like to try the a la carte menu next time.

I visited the restaurant on a regular night. The location is to the left at the intersection with Odakyu HALC on the left hand side as you walk from the west exit rotary of Shinjuku Station towards the Dai-guard direction. The illuminated signboard at the top of the shop says "Silk Road Cuisine," so I decided to stop by for my second place today. As I entered, the interior of the restaurant was bright with a white theme. Although there were counter seats facing the wall, I was guided to a table. I sat at a table at the back and looked at the menu on the table. I started with a square highball for 380 yen (the drink menu page states prices excluding tax, but all prices are inclusive of tax), and dried tofu strips for 450 yen. The picture of the dried tofu looked spicy, so I asked them not to make it too spicy, and they said it was a little spicy. I couldn't really tell if they had adjusted the spiciness, but it was moderately spicy. The dried tofu was just that, nothing else! I had another square highball and added a secret beef tendon for 880 yen. It was delicious with the garlic and chili flavor. There were many Chinese customers in the restaurant, but I also saw some Western customers. The menu seemed to have a lot of noodles, like Lanzhou beef noodles... Where is the Silk Road cuisine? I couldn't really figure it out even after looking at the menu. Thank you for the meal.

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The おつかれ39 set at Ranshu Ramen includes ramen, two side dishes, and a beer for 1380 yen. The ramen is mild with a hint of spice, and the two side dishes are shredded dried tofu and negi chashu. The chashu was added to the ramen halfway through. The soup is gentle in flavor with a subtle amount of coriander and chili oil, making it easy to eat but a bit lacking in depth. The soup was slightly lukewarm. The noodles were likely thin and quite long, making them difficult to slurp. They had a good chewiness to them and were tasty. Overall, it was not as satisfying as another ramen place I tried last week.

When walking near Shinjuku Nishiguchi, unexpectedly came across a sign for Lanzhou Beef Noodles! Excited to try authentic Chinese flavors, I entered the restaurant to find that the customers were mostly Chinese and Muslims. The vinegar on the table was Chinese black vinegar, and the beef noodles had a clear soup with green onions, cilantro, beef, and chili oil - truly authentic flavors from China! The beef noodles were really delicious! For those who don't like cilantro or chili oil, you can ask for them to be left out, but I highly recommend trying it! The clear broth made from beef bones was refreshing and absolutely addictive! Wow, it's been a while since I had beef noodles, and they were incredibly delicious! I will definitely go back again!

Hello, this is Mormor. Today, while I was in Shinjuku, I decided to visit "Gyuke Kyodai Lanzhou Beef Noodle Shinjuku Nishiguchi" as I have always wanted to try Lanzhou beef noodles. The interior of the restaurant has a Chinese-style decor, and there were many Chinese customers. I was seated at the counter. There are 6 types of noodles to choose from, and I decided to go with the most popular "thin noodles." There are 8 menu items, including 6 variations of "Lanzhou beef noodles," "braised beef noodles," and "sour cabbage beef noodles." Although there was a lunch menu, I wasn't very hungry, so I ordered the "Lanzhou beef noodles (small)" for ¥750. After a 10-minute wait, the "Lanzhou beef noodles (small)" arrived. The clear beef bone soup with chili oil floating on top, topped with chopped cilantro and green onions. The "Lanzhou beef noodles (small)" at "Gyuke Kyodai Lanzhou Beef Noodle Shinjuku Nishiguchi" had a refreshing soup base with a delicious kick from the homemade chili oil. At first, the flavor may seem a bit lacking, but adding black vinegar for acidity and more depth, and then the homemade chili oil for extra spiciness and richness, really enhanced the taste. I believe this dish is meant to be enjoyed with flavor variations in mind. Of course, if you prefer a lighter taste, are not a fan of spicy food or black vinegar, you can still enjoy it as is. For more details, please visit the link here → https://wp.me/pb52jZ-agF Watch the video here → https://youtu.be/lbxRaodGUWI *URL links can be opened on a PC or on a smartphone using a browser like Safari to search for the restaurant on Tabelog and view the review.

I visited this place near Shinjuku West Exit and ordered the "Thank You Set A". First, a spicy stir-fry dish was served. After a while, a spicy ramen arrived. It was delicious with coriander on top. It's a good restaurant where you can enjoy a quick meal.

I didn't have high expectations because the atmosphere of the shop felt like a chain, but the taste was good. It's nice that you can choose from various types of noodles. I had thick noodles, but I'd like to try thin noodles too. There is also a counter, so it's convenient for eating alone.

On Sunday morning, my husband and I went to Shinjuku. After taking care of some errands, we decided to have lunch at this place located behind the Haluk in Shinjuku West Exit. I quite like Lanzhou beef noodle soup. Although I occasionally visit the Lanzhou beef noodle soup shop in Ueno, I was surprised to find one in Shinjuku too. We entered the restaurant around 12:50 PM. The interior was bright and clean, with a foreign atmosphere. There were many table seats, but there were also counter seats facing the wall, where solo diners were seated, mostly Chinese. The menu was quite extensive, not limited to just Lanzhou beef noodle soup. I chose the Lanzhou beef noodle soup (small) for 750 yen (tax included). I was happy to see that they offered a small size. The noodles were the thickest Daikanko noodles, but since I couldn't choose the thickness for the small size, I got the next thickest noodles, about 20mm wide. It came with cilantro, chili oil, and leaf garlic. Of course, you could ask to omit any of these. Normally, I would have asked for no chili oil and added it myself from the table, but the staff assured me it wasn't too spicy, so I kept it. However, it was quite spicy for me. Next time, I will ask for no chili oil. The small size didn't feel small at all, maybe similar to a regular size at other places. It was delicious. My husband ordered the regular size, which came with a free extra serving of noodles. The extra noodles were only available in triangular shape. I would love to go back again. It was a restaurant that left me wanting to visit again.

I feel like this restaurant is divided by delicious and not-so-delicious items on the menu. The staff were very good. I ordered a ramen and fried rice set, which was not bad but not particularly delicious. The taste seemed to be one that could be divisive depending on personal preference, but the restaurant itself was not bad.

I was drawn in by a sign that said "Silk Road" as I passed by, along with a tempting photo of noodle dishes displayed outside the shop. The interior of the shop was very clean, and the Chinese staff were friendly. In that setting, I tried the spicy clear soup beef noodles. The noodles were delicious! I chose the triangular noodles from the 6 available shapes, and they paired well with the soup and had a tasty flavor on their own. I wondered where Lanzhou was located, and when I looked it up, it was slightly west of the center of China. Seeing the Halal mark on the menu made sense. I liked it so much that I brought my family back within a week. Even my family members who love local Chinese and Taiwanese cuisine were hooked on the food. If you enjoy local Chinese or Taiwanese dishes, I think you'll also like this Lanzhou cuisine.

I discovered a relatively new restaurant on my commute route. They serve dishes like lamb and Lanzhou beef noodles. The staff wear Islamic-style hats and the interior is modern with a touch of exotic charm in a white-based decor. I tried the Lanzhou fried noodles with the option of thick or thin noodles, and I chose the thick ones. They were like thick kishimen noodles, with carrots, cabbage, bell peppers, and lamb, giving it a nice spicy flavor. It was quite late, but the place was still bustling with customers.

It's simple in a good way, with a lot of emphasis on broth and seasonings lately, but this place sticks to just beef bones which is refreshing, with garlic and cilantro as garnish. The noodles are hand-made, and the varying thickness adds to the texture. The set with two pieces of fried chicken is a good deal, and the chicken is simple with a touch of mayonnaise. The customers are mostly Chinese, as are the staff. A place in Shinjuku where you can experience a Chinese atmosphere.

I discovered an interesting restaurant, so I changed my plans and decided to check it out. The main dish is beef noodles, but they also offer various Silk Road-inspired dishes. The most basic Lanzhou beef noodle soup has a rich beef bone broth with beef, chashu pork, green onions, cilantro, garlic chives, daikon radish, sesame seeds, and chili oil. You can choose from 6 different types of noodles, and the hand-pulled noodles have a nice chewy texture. However, at 980 yen per bowl, it's quite pricey, although one free noodle refill is included. If you want to fill up on noodles, it might be worth revisiting with the refill in mind.

I was taken to a new restaurant by my Chinese colleague on a workday! It seems that a Lanzhou Ramen shop recently opened. Lanzhou Ramen is a well-known dish among Chinese people. It seems that even the Niujia Brothers are popular in the home country. I love Chinese cuisine, but I'm not a fan of Malay-style Chinese food -> I couldn't eat the Malay-style Chinese food in Vietnam either... I was worried about what to do if it was that style, but it was okay. I wonder where Lanzhou is. The soup is surprisingly light, and the characteristic of Lanzhou Ramen is that it comes with beef char siu-like meat. You can also choose the thickness of the noodles, but I started with the standard one with a symbol of yen and yuan on the menu. The owner is Chinese, and the employees are also Chinese, so it feels like we are in China. When I went there, they were still in the process of applying for PayPay, so I wonder if they will introduce it soon?

Arrived at the restaurant at 11:30 on a Saturday. The place was moderately busy. I thought it was a Lanzhou beef noodle specialty shop, but it seems to be a Silk Road cuisine restaurant. They also offer regular Chinese lunch options, but I came for the Lanzhou beef noodles. I chose slightly thin noodles. They asked if I was okay with cilantro. Of course, I said yes, as it's essential for the dish. Lately, I've been getting used to cilantro and it doesn't bother me as much. The Lanzhou beef noodles arrived shortly. The five colors are crucial: 1) clear soup, 2) white radish, 3) red chili, 4) green cilantro, and 5) yellow noodles. The soup was mild, not as spicy as Sichuan hot pot, and refreshing. It was my first time trying beef chashu. In Islamic culture, pork cannot be used, so they use beef instead.

There was a time when there was a rush of new restaurants opening that specialized in Lanzhou beef noodles. Lanzhou ramen is a noodle dish originating from Lanzhou in northwestern China. It is popular as a Halal dish due to the large Muslim population in China, which avoids using pork. The soup is a blend of various spices and a flavorful broth made from simmered beef bones. The noodles are hand-stretched and served with spicy oil and cilantro, creating a soft, spicy, and herbal soup dish rather than a rich one. The noodles come in various types, including thin noodles, flat noodles, and triangle noodles. Upon entering a restaurant called Robata Yui, I immediately noticed a Lanzhou beef noodle shop. Since I had tried Lanzhou beef noodles at another restaurant before and enjoyed it, I decided to give it a try. Just like when I enjoyed ramen at an izakaya, I took the train to the restaurant. It was convenient to have a station near my workplace, making it easy to get to Shinjuku Station. I passed through the ticket gate, used the escalator at Odakyu Department Store to exit the station, crossed the pedestrian crossing in front of Omoide Yokocho, and moved to the sidewalk on the other side. As I entered a narrow alley behind Odakyu HALC, I quickly found the restaurant. I enjoyed watching the noodle-making performance inside the restaurant, where the noodles were hand-stretched. Although I didn't have time to leisurely watch the noodle-making performance, I decided to enter the restaurant. The bright interior resembled a cafe, making it a comfortable place to be. Despite its good location, the restaurant didn't seem to attract many customers, likely due to the impact of the state of emergency. I sat at a window seat and quickly checked the menu. In addition to Lanzhou beef noodles, there were many stir-fried dishes, with the lamb dishes catching my eye. With the availability of alcohol, it would definitely be enjoyable to visit for dinner. Since it was lunchtime, I had already decided on the Lanzhou beef noodles, but I hesitated on whether to add a set meal or just rice. The blend of cilantro and spices created a unique flavor that I enjoyed. The uneven wide noodles had a chewy texture that made my mouth messy with soup with each bite. The broth wasn't too strong, but it paired well with the normal rice. The atmosphere in the restaurant remained bright and cafe-like, with a predominantly female clientele. With delicious Lanzhou ramen in a pleasant atmosphere, satisfaction is guaranteed. Now, I have 15 minutes until my afternoon work starts... No need to rush since I'll be taking the train back home.