Xi’an Famous Foods is a fast-casual chain with nine locations in New York City, specializing in the spicy lamb dishes of north-central China. Its distinctive noodle dishes, dumplings and lamb burgers draw long lines during lunch.
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Long lines are to be expected during lunch at Xi’an Famous Foods.
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Xi’an Famous Foods serves spicy Cumin Lamb Hand-Ripped Noodles.
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Restaurant interiors feature whimsical art, often with hip-hop playing in the background.
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Xi’an Famous Foods staff assembles menu items to order, but the signature sauces are made in a central commissary.
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Spicy and Sour Spinach Dumplings
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Jason Wang, who co-owns Xi’an Famous Foods with his father David Shi, has spearheaded the chain’s expansion.
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Customers enjoy noodles and dumplings in a white-tiled dining room.
