The Noodle Shop - San Mateo

The best pig ears in the Bay Area! Their other offerings, like the pig intestines, are also delicious.

I ordered the Mongolian Beef (Mongolian 107), but wow, they really piled on the onions! It felt like there were at least two whole onions in the dish. I wish I could share a photo to show just how outrageous it was. They should consider renaming it to "Mongolian Onion." Additionally, the rice was hard and not properly cooked.

The flavor is fantastic, but there is no actual beef—it's all gristle and cartilage.

The food here is excellent and authentic. The portions are generous, and the service is quick. The owner is really friendly and approachable.

It's been years since I last visited this restaurant, and I have to say, the food wasn't as good as I remembered. The portion sizes are still generous, which is a plus. However, the service has definitely improved; our waiter had an impressive memory and recognized us even after all this time. The restaurant has also expanded, making it larger and more accommodating. Parking is easy, and the prices remain reasonable!