Lanner Noodles and Bar

Lanner Noodles and Bar makes its noodles on site each day at its Pearl Street restaurant in Central Square. Lanzhou beef noodle soup pairs them with thinly sliced beef, while the braised version uses chunks of beef cooked in a soy-based marinade. Lamb shank soup and chicken noodle soup offer different broths to explore.

You do not have to order soup: there are chili-oil noodles, shrimp noodles with scallion-soy sauce, and tomato-and-egg noodles with wood ear mushrooms. Small hot and cold plates give the table something to share alongside the bowls. Keep the weekday afternoon break in mind when planning a visit; lunch and dinner are separate services Monday through Friday, while weekend service runs through the afternoon.