Master Lanzhou Noodle Bar - Chinatown

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Closed nowOpens 11amSunday: 11am - 9pm
244 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000

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Chinatown's hand-pulled Lanzhou beef noodle bar. pork-free, Halal, and fast even with a queue.

Compact and lively, with cooks stretching and slapping dough behind the counter while bowls fly out to tables; a quieter upstairs area offers an escape from the bustle.

Made-to-order hand-pulled noodles with a choice of thickness and spice level, a pork-free Halal kitchen, and a house-made yoghurt drink reviewers call surprisingly refreshing.

Reviewers cite the dish's Qing Dynasty hand-pulled noodle heritage, and the confirmed Halal, pork-free kitchen reflects the tradition's Hui Muslim origins.

Consistently praised as affordable and good value, with generous portions for the price.

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244 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000

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