When you walk into a DH Noodles location, whether it’s in the heart of Manhattan, the waterfront of Jersey City, or the suburbs of Plano, Texas, you’re stepping into a culinary journey that began over 2,000 years ago in the historic city of Lanzhou.
Lanzhou, the capital of Gansu Province in Northwestern China, has long been a cultural crossroads. Located on the ancient Silk Road, it was a melting pot where spices, trade goods, and culinary traditions converged. It was here that Lanzhou beef noodle soup (Lanzhou Lamian) was born—a dish as rich in history as it is in flavor.
The traditional Lanzhou noodle soup is known for its “one clear, two white, three red, four green, and five yellow” presentation: clear broth, white radish, red chili oil, green cilantro and scallions, and yellow, hand-pulled noodles made with lye water. It’s a dish that not only pleases the senses but tells a story of cultural heritage and culinary mastery.
Reference: UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage – Lanzhou Lamian
DH Noodles was founded to preserve and share this story, starting with a single location and growing into a national brand with over a dozen restaurants across the U.S. Our menu is inspired not just by Lanzhou, but by the broader flavors of Northwestern China. From the bold, cumin-scented lamb of Xinjiang to the heat-packed chili oil noodles of Shaanxi, every dish is rooted in authenticity.
Reference: The Woks of Life – Lanzhou Beef Noodles Recipe and History
Our chefs undergo extensive training to master the delicate art of hand-pulling noodles—a technique that requires both physical strength and artistic precision. It’s a skill that can take months, even years, to perfect, and we are proud to showcase it in our open kitchens. Customers often stop to watch, captivated by the rhythmic stretching and slapping of dough.
But our story doesn’t stop with tradition. We are constantly evolving, introducing new dishes that blend regional flavors with local tastes. In Texas, you might find a heartier spice blend to match Southern palates, while our East Coast locations lean into more traditional preparations. What unites every DH Noodles location is a commitment to quality, authenticity, and hospitality.
As we continue to expand, our mission remains the same: to bring the taste of Northwestern China to every corner of the U.S., one hand-pulled noodle at a time.
Reference: Eater – The Hand-Pulled Noodles Keeping Chinese Traditions Alive
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