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Master Lanzhou Noodle Bar - Chinatown

244 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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Find Master Lanzhou Noodle Bar - Chinatown

244 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9690 9998
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Master Lanzhou Noodle Bar - Chinatown

Steaming bowls of hand-pulled lamian hit the tables in minutes at this pork-free Chinatown counter, stretched to order at your chosen width. Cooks slap and pull dough behind the glass while regular crowds pack the ground floor for generous cuts of tender beef in spiced broth. The upstairs dining room offers extra breathing room away from Swanston Street traffic. Go for the wide chili dry noodles tossed with sesame oil, or grab cold beef noodles with crushed peanuts alongside crisp cucumber and spiced lamb skewers.

  • Custom Hand-Pulled Lamian: Cooks pull fresh dough to order across multiple thicknesses, from thin strands to wide ribbons.
  • Rich Spiced Broths: Slow-simmered beef soups come layered with gentle spices, tender sliced beef, and house chili oil.
  • Chili Dry Bowls & Sides: Dry noodles tossed with peanut and sesame oil join juicy dumplings, cucumber salad, and grilled lamb skewers.
  • Pork-Free CBD Dining: The entire menu is pork-free and halal-friendly, served fast with spacious upstairs seating for busy city lunches.
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Why Dine at Master Lanzhou Noodle Bar

Hand-pulled Lanzhou noodles, customizable widths, and speedy CBD dining in Melbourne

  • Authentic Lanzhou Beef Noodle Craft

    Bowls feature fresh hand-pulled noodles pulled to order with a distinctive chew, paired with rich, spiced beef broth and tender beef slices.

    The noodles were chewy, the broth was full of flavour, and the service was excellent. The beef portion was very generous

    Teddy Xia

  • Custom Made-to-Order Noodle Thickness

    Diners can customize each bowl to their liking, selecting their preferred strand width from thin to wide ribbons.

    You can pick the width of your noodles

    Jessica G

  • Fast Turnaround for Busy CBD Dining

    The kitchen moves rapidly during peak CBD meal hours, delivering piping hot bowls shortly after ordering with minimal waiting.

    There was no waiting and the food came out pretty quickly after I placed my order.

    Damo

  • Dedicated Halal and Pork-Free Kitchen

    The entire menu is completely pork-free and halal-friendly, catering directly to dietary needs with regional beef and lamb offerings.

    The restaurant is halal, so you won’t find any pork here. Most of the options are beef or lamb

    Cherine Khattiya

  • Hearty, Comforting Warmth

    Generous bowls of steaming noodle soup and deeply spiced chili oil provide instant warmth and satisfying comfort in the city.

    Definitely worth trying if you’re looking for a comforting and satisfying meal in the city.

    Toan Doan

  • Relaxed Upstairs Dining Sanctuary

    An expansive second floor offers comfortable, relaxed seating away from the busy street-level ordering counter.

    The upstairs area have plenty of seatings and super comfortable.

    Papa gateau

Freshly hand-pulled Lanzhou noodles served in aromatic broths or rich dry sauces

  • Signature Beef Noodle Soup

    The signature beef noodle soup is the reason to go. The broth is clear but full of flavour, layered with gentle spices and a proper beef backbone.

    Le Hoang Giap

  • Special Beef Dry Noodles

    We also had the special beef dry noodles in the wide cut. Large, soft slices of beef tossed through chilli oil and fresh coriander, coated in a rich beef sauce.

    Kim Ong

  • Pickled Cabbage Beef Noodle Soup

    the pickled cabbage soup had that tangy kick that wakes you UP

    Jo

  • Braised Chicken Dry Noodles

    I ordered the braised chicken dry noodles with the widest handmade noodles. Thick, chewy ribbons that really hold onto the sauce, paired with tender braised boneless chicken. Savoury, slightly sweet, and incredibly comforting.

    Kim Ong

Other favorites

Juicy grilled skewers, handmade dumplings, and refreshing drinks to complement your meal

  • Lamb Skewers

    The lamb skewers were outstanding as well, tender, juicy, and beautifully seasoned.

    Zhang Han

  • Steamed Dumplings

    We also tried the beef and leek steamed dumplings, which were juicy and flavourful

    Apoorva Rai

  • Sparkling Blackcurrant Lychee

    My sparkling blackcurrant, lychee drink was so refreshing. I'd order one again.

    Timinmelbourne

  • Soy Pudding

    To finish, the homemade soy pudding was silky, jiggly, and just the right touch of sweetness.

    Kim Ong

Before you head over

Practical dining advice for ordering, seating, and tailoring your Lanzhou noodle bowl.

  • Head Upstairs for Extra Space

    Head to the upper level if the ground floor feels compact; upstairs offers comfortable seating and extra room away from street bustle.

  • Choose Your Custom Noodle Width

    Every bowl lets you customize your noodle thickness from thin strands to extra-wide ribbons to match your preference for broth cling or chew.

  • Request Chilli on the Side

    If you are sensitive to heat, ask for the house chilli oil on the side so you can easily tune the spice level to your liking.

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