Forget the diet, we’re talking serious carbs here. Milan’s food scene has absolutely leveled up, offering regional Chinese specialties that rival the real deal. From the fiery bowls of Chongqing to the wide “belt” noodles of Shaanxi, the options are endless.
Ready to get your slurp on? Here are the most valid, authentic Chinese noodles in the city!
Xi’an
Via Andrea Costa 1, Milano
Zona Loreto, Google Map
If you like your noodles thiccccc, this is the place. Shaanxi cuisine (home of the Terracotta Warriors) is famous for Biangbiang noodles (𰻞𰻞面): hand-made, long, and literally as wide as a belt. You only get three strands in a bowl, but they are massive. Topped with a rich sauce, meat, potatoes, and eggs, this dish hits different.
Fun fact: The Chinese character for “biang” (𰻞) is one of the most complex in the entire language. It’s basically a headache to write, but a joy to eat.
Cinque Gusti
Via Bramante 40, Milano
Zona Sarpi, Google Map
Shaanxi noodles get all the hype thanks to Xi’an, but real noodle mastery comes from Shanxi(yeah, we know) — known as China’s noodle capital, famous for its variety and bold flavors.
Cinque Gusti, a small spot in Chinatown, doesn’t have a huge menu, but every dish hits. It’s an upgrade to your noodle game—their noodles are so unique, even many Chinese people haven’t tried them.
NoodleMan Ramen
Viale Zara 117, Milano
Zona Istria, Google Map
www.noodleman.it/
Originating from Chongqing, the capital of hotpot and spicy vibes. NoodleMan serves up Chongqing Xiaomian noodles (重庆小面), famous for that málà sensation (numbing and spicy) that is totally addictive.
The focus here is on the aromatic sauce at the bottom rather than just broth. In Chongqing, locals eat this flavor bomb for breakfast. Literally the breakfast of champions.
Noodles King
Via Bramante 26, Milano
Zona Sarpi, Google Map
www.noodlesking.it
Hailing from Jiangxi province (famous for Chinese porcelain), this spot brings the heat. The spice here is bold and direct, hitting differently than the Sichuan style. You can choose between rice noodles or thick wheat noodles. It’s a bit of an underrated gem, but the authenticity is 100%.
If you love bold flavors, this place slaps.
Ramen a mano
Via Paolo Lomazzo 20, Milano
Zona Sarpi, Google Map
www.ramenamano.it
Recognized by Italian media as a top-tier spot, the Wu family serves legendary Lanzhou Lamian — noodles from the Silk Road.
The open kitchen is a total flex: you can watch the chef turn a lump of dough into ultra-thin (or thick, your call) noodles in seconds, just by pulling and slamming the dough. Freshness level: immaculate!
This selection reflects CTM’s opinion. Do you agree? Share your thoughts or suggest a spot — we’d love to hear from you!
We’ll keep this list updated if any places closes, if the quality flops, or if we discover a new hidden gem.