Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Lenox Hill 72nd & 2nd

What does it mean to eat like you’re on a side street in Xi’an without leaving Manhattan? Xi'an Famous Foods brings the hand-pulled biang biang noodles and cumin-spiced lamb burgers straight to the Upper East Side. The menu leans into the bold, wheat-heavy comfort food of Shaanxi province, offering quick bites that still feel like a proper meal—whether you’re grabbing takeout or settling in for solo dining.

You’ll find the counter at 1390 1/2 2nd Ave, just half a block north of 72nd Street, where the neighborhood’s usual brunch spots give way to a steady stream of lunch and dinner regulars. Vegan and vegetarian plates share the steam table with meatier small plates, so the options don’t feel like an afterthought. Onsite service keeps the line moving, while the takeout window lets you skip the wait entirely.

If the craving hits, the number to call is (212) 786-2068. For directions or last-minute adjustments, the map pins the spot right where the avenue’s midday hum meets the evening quiet. It’s the kind of place you walk past three times before finally stepping in—and then wonder why you waited so long.