Real hand pulled noodles in houston!!! I love it. Lots of vegan and veg strain options as well. Service was good; it's a mom a pop shop so everything was quite casual.

My wife and I ate here and ordered the oil-splashed noodles, fennel and pork dumplings, cucumber salad, and leek pie. All of the food was amazing, and I look forward to going back to try some of the other varieties of dumplings they have!

The restaurant feels pretty warm in comparison to the cool air in the restroom as there's no partition blocking the hot air from filling the space. The pan-fried buns are medium sized with fluffy dough and tender meat-onion filling. The bottom is crispy and thick, which may be why the "tops" are covered with the oil that is dripping down. Blotting the tops fixes the problem. The beef noodle soup was pretty good and kind of simply flavored. I liked the smell of the bean sprouts and sliced bok choy mingling with the thinly sliced beef cuts. The noodles were chewy and filling. I added some black vinegar to brighten up the flavors after a few bites. A lot of people ate in and called in takeout orders. The family appears to work at the shop: handling cooking, taking order and prepping ingredients. They speak more often with Mandarin but can easily understand English. Cash only for orders under $10. There's a counter with small styrofoam plates for sharing and small styrofoam cups for the water dispenser. The food is served on dinnerware.

This is definitely a restaurant you want to come back to. Although the restaurant is small, the food is great and service is quick to assist in whatever you need. Here are some of the dishes I recommend. The Hot Oil Noodles were a revelation - each strand was coated in a rich, flavorful sauce that was spicy yet not overpowering, allowing the natural taste of the noodles to shine through. The heat was just right, providing a warm sensation with every bite without scorching the palate. As for the Dumplings, they were nothing short of perfection. The filling itself was a harmonious blend of finely minced meat and vegetables, seasoned to enhance the flavors without dominating them.

I went here around 9am on a Tuesday and the place was bustling with my fellow Chinese folks! That by itself told me the food was good. And in fact, it mostly was, and I will detail below: Oil splashed noodles 5/5- long handmade noodles and very flavorful. For me easily the best tasting thing I ate. Just be okay with garlic breath the rest of the day. Lamb noodles 4/5- was good and broth was rich. Though it seemed to be lacking something. Maybe some acidity? Was also very bean sprout heavy so be aware if you hate bean sprouts. Chinese hamburger 2/5- I wasn't a fan. Meat was dry and the hamburger itself didn't look like the pictures on the wall or menu. Also, it's not too obvious, but to order food, you go up to the counter and the menus are available on the table. You don't have to wait for someone to seat you at a table.

Great little noodle place in Chinatown! They also sell to-go boxes of 8 baozi (steamed buns with different meat & veggie fillings), and frozen dumplings to take home a cook yourself. Staff was very friendly! The staff who was there at the time spoke limited English, but we were still able to order with ease. My dad ordered the beef noodles which he said he would not order again - not as full flavored as expected. Standout was definitely the oil spill noodles! Nice and spicy with tons of flavor. Would come here again just for this.

Great noddles and soups. My family and I enjoyed the beef noodle dish tremendously! The pepper on the table is hot af! But shouldn't all pepper be? The noodles were long and chewy just like you want them to be. The shop is small and quiet. Located in a shopping center with plenty of parking.

The interior's a little outdated - but we're here for the food right? Service is about what you would expect in Chinatown - but we're here for the food right? This place is self-service. You pick up the menu at the counter, order and pay up front. The menu is in Chinese but has English subtitles. We ordered the Oil Splashed Noodle with the optional beef, and the Beef Noodle. Prices were very reasonable and portions were big. The Oil Splashed Noodle were very flavorful (5/5) and not too spicy - I would definitely get them again. However, I would pass on the beef - it appears to be cold cuts of beef shank with tendon. Some folks might like it but it's not my thing. The Beef Noodle had hearty-tasting soup, but the noodle had an alkaline taste - we probably won't get it again (2/5). We saw someone else had the pan-fried bun. Looks interesting - would probably give that a try next time.

Food Oil noodles with beef: very good. The beef flavor with the noodles were very good! Carrot & glass noodles dumpling: these came hot and pretty good. We added chili oil and soy sauce and it was surprisingly good. Beef bun: this was not that good. I would just get a different dumpling

My recent visit to Northern Pasta was marked by a delightful discovery--the oil-splashed noodles. These noodles stood out with a delicious and unique smokiness that set them apart. What's notable is that they managed to strike a perfect balance--flavorful without being overly spicy. However, while the taste was on point, the portion left me with a minor qualm. The abundance of bean sprouts somewhat overshadowed the noodles, and a heartier serving of the delicious noodles would have been more satisfying. The ambiance was pleasant, and the service efficient. The menu offers a variety of options, and the oil-splashed noodles are undoubtedly a must-try. With a few tweaks to the portion balance, Northern Pasta could easily become a go-to spot for those seeking a unique and tasty noodle experience.