Noodle Is Calling, a cozy Chinese restaurant located on George St in New Brunswick, NJ, has quickly garnered a passionate following among locals. With a diverse menu featuring authentic Lanzhou ramen, the restaurant prides itself on bold, unfiltered flavors. Diners rave about the Spicy Beef Noodles, which blend melt-in-your-mouth beef with perfectly cooked noodles steeped in a rich broth. Customers like Jacob celebrate the authenticity, noting dishes like the mala pork and Sichuan dumplings that truly pack a flavorful punch and maintain a genuine spice that isn't muted for Western palates. The warm atmosphere and attentive service enhance the dining experience, making it a family-owned gem worth visiting. Melissa and Sarah Lou highlighted the quick service and reasonable prices, making it ideal for both casual meals and hearty dinners. Favorites like shrimp fried rice and sesame noodles have also impressed patrons of all ages, demonstrating the restaurant’s ability to please diverse tastes. Though parking can be a challenge in the area, the delightful dishes served at Noodle Is Calling are undeniable. Whether you're a noodle aficionado or a newcomer to Chinese cuisine, this eatery promises a fulfilling culinary journey, making each visit engaging and gratifying.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Difficult to find a space
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Reviews For Noodle Is Calling
Jacob
May 26,2025
Easily a top 3 restaurant in New Brunswick. I have turned several friends and colleagues onto it. I don't know much about authentic Chinese food, but based on what I've seen, I think this is the real deal. What solidified it's authenticity to me is the first time I tried the mala dish - it is crazy spicy and flavorful and perfect to warm you up and clear your sinuses! The fact that it isn't toned down for American palates, to me, is an indication that they make the real deal. Their Sichuan pork dumplings are my new comfort food. 201 and 204 are my usual orders, but the Taiwanese stewed pork with rice (503) is phenomenal; crazy tender and flavorful meat.
Melissa S.
May 12,2025
My daughter and I tried this place tonight. It was DELICIOUS! My favorite was the shrimp fried rice. The pork soup dumplings were also very good. My daughter loved the sesame noodles.
Sarah Lou
Apr 22,2025
Ordered the Spicy Beef Noodles for 10.95. My boyfriend ordered the Taiwanese stewed pork with rice for 8.75. Prices are very reasonable and the food came out super quick and hot! This is our first time here and we would both definitely be back. The noodles were cooked perfectly and absorbed the flavor of the broth well. The beef was also tender and soft. It tasted just like homemade beef noodle soup! The portion size was also not too much and not too little. Chili oil was also yummy. 10/10 - affordable, quick, delicious!
Felix Elias
Apr 11,2025
Amazing alternative to traditional ramen spots. The soups packed a lot of flavor and it was a delight to have during the cold weather. The meat tasted great and paired up nicely with the vegetables. Noodles were a bit thick but tasted great none the less. The bao was good but could've used some fresh scallions or salad to add a fresh taste. The Sichuan dumplings were awesome. could've had the sauce as a soup by itself. The spot is small but comfortable and the service was great. Clearly family owned. Only issue is parking (as it is for everywhere else in New Brunswick), but since I was in the area it wasn't an issue for me.
Allison A
Mar 20,2025
Very good soup dumplings!! I’ve had a lot of soup dumplings in my life and the broth in these are exceptional !! Have to try it ! The noodles are solid and so warming with generous portions.
Estefani Bernard
Mar 15,2025
The food was so delicious. I had the beef noodles and the broth was mind blowing. I went with a friend and she loves their steamed pork soup dumplings. The guy taking our order so super kind and helpful. I liked the designs and drawings on the wall and the atmosphere in general. It felt mystical.
Janet Stiles
Feb 19,2025
Great food, service and atmosphere. This is the place I go for noodles. I enjot the spicy duck noodle soup. The broth is so good. Took my family this last time and they enjoyed it just as much as I did. I am sure we will be back.
Victoria Hong
Feb 12,2025
I came here for lunch with my boyfriend. The food came out very fast --within 10 minutes after we ordered. The waiter was prompt and helpful. The food was very good and worth trying. My favorite is the Sesame Noodles. I wished the dishes that were labeled as spicy were actually spicy. I added the house chili oil but it didn't add much spice to the meal.
Reviews For Noodle Is Calling