The Handpulled Noodle Central Harlem

4.5 ( 736 reviews )
$10–20
370 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10027, United States
+1 646-850-0208

The Handpulled Noodle Central Harlem is a hidden gem that has captured the hearts of local food lovers. This Chinese noodle restaurant offers a delightful variety of dishes, characterized by their authentic flavors and enticing aromas. Located at 370 Malcolm X Blvd, it's become a go-to destination for residents seeking hearty and satisfying meals.

Reviews emphasize the impressive quality and consistency of the food. Diego Lijeron notes the “delicious noodles, wings, and street food,” perfectly balanced with spices, though the heat can vary. Frannie Heh’s experience echoes this sentiment; she was taken aback by the authentic taste, particularly the juicy dumplings and savory bao that showcase true Chinese soul food.

The bao sliders, especially when fried, are also highly recommended by Lani C, adding a unique twist to a beloved classic. The warm and friendly service further enhances the dining experience, making patrons feel welcomed and valued. Keontre Porter highlights the exceptional kitchen skills of chef Rodrigo, noting the strong connection between staff and customers.

With generous portions and a cozy atmosphere, The Handpulled Noodle offers a suburban flavor expanded by fiery spices that ignite the palate. It's a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Chinese cuisine. Whether dining in or taking out, this restaurant promises a delightful culinary journey in every dish.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • No wheelchair-accessible car park
    • No wheelchair-accessible seating
  • From the business
    • Identifies as Asian-owned
    • Identifies as LGBTQ+ owned
  • Service options
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Crowd
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid street parking

Reviews For The Handpulled Noodle Central Harlem

Diego Lijeron
Jun 14,2025
My go-to takeout place for noodles after work. They are relatively quick and have consistent quality food - though the medium spice varies tremendously. Delicious noodles, wings, tea, and other street food they offer, can’t go wrong. Very friendly and understanding staff, highly recommended eating in as well, though I personally only get takeout weekly.
Lani C
Jun 9,2025
Unassuming restaurant in Harlem serving up solid flavors! Highly recommend getting the bao sliders FRIED. Love the twist on your typical baos. Spice isn’t weak so if you’re not confident in your tolerance, keep it low.
Frannie Heh
May 27,2025
As a Chinese American, I never thought I would taste such authentic Chinese food in New York... but they did not disappoint! I was jaw dropped at how well cooked everything was. The meat was perfect texture that melted on the tongue, the dumplings were juicy, and the bao was soft and savory. This is true Chinese soul food. Plus, the service was so friendly and caring! The atmosphere is small but comfy and cute. Definitely coming back soon.
Keontre Porter
May 15,2025
Best spot in Harlem, I’ve been coming to these guys since they opened! One guy that stands out to me is Rodrigo, his skills in the kitchen are top notch serving up great quality food every time I come through. He keeps me coming back and is always a pleasure to talk to. I recommend you come in and enjoy the food but also if you get the chance speak to the head chef Rodrigo !
Arthur Trusov
May 14,2025
More authentic than asian countries themselves. Best ribbon noodles in town, and actually spicy too. Do not let the food thumbnails throw you off the portions are huge!
Junsu Park
May 8,2025
Ate the following items - all with medium spice: Traditional Stir Fry with #1 noodles Traditional Stir Fry with rice Cumin Stir Fry with rice Curry Stir Fry with #2 noodles Cumin Soup with #2 noodles Beijing Bolo with #1 noodles Dapan Zhu with ribbon noodles I enjoyed everything except the Beijing Bolo. Personally I found it to be lacking in flavor, it was very mildly sweet. I also personally did not enjoy the cumin soup mainly because I have to cook the soup in my own pot. The broth and noodles are packaged separately and I am too lazy to cook so I just poured them into a bowl and started eating and the noodles were stiff. The price for my laziness My favorite is the Dapan Zhu. It's almost like a soup seeing how much thick sauce comes with it. The ribbon noodles are so big and perfect for capturing the spicy and flavorful sauce. It came with big bell peppers that were marinated in the sauce and cooked to softness, so delicious to eat. The pork was like a big slice of pork belly, cooked so tender with meat and fat falling apart. I wonder how it would be with rice?
Jormaris Gonzalez
Apr 5,2025
So delicious and great service! I had the cumin stir fry with ribbon noodles. My food came out fast and I love the variety of noodle options. You can pick your own spice level and i love that. I’ve always wanted to try this place and I was not disappointed one bit. I will definitely be coming back and recommending.
Natali Vasquez
Apr 3,2025
The food was absolutely amazing. We ordered 5 different plates and loved everything. The plates were all fresh & herbaceous with the perfect amount of spice. Daniel was very friendly and explained the dishes to us!

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