Jin's Mi-Fen (Ajax Authentic Hunan Style Rice Noodle )津米粉馆 — Restaurant in Ajax

Mi-fen, or Chinese rice noodles, have a history that dates back to 200 B.C. when Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China, conquered the southern part of the country. Since the northern regions of China produced wheat while the southern regions produced rice, rice noodles (米粉) were invented to provide northern soldiers with a familiar food. Compared to pho, Chinese rice noodles have a softer, bouncier texture, with a plain taste and less chewiness. If you prefer chewier noodles, you have the option to choose handmade wheat noodles.

I was pleasantly surprised by the flavor and authenticity of this place. Honestly, I wasn't expecting much authenticity from this neighborhood, but noodles were quite authentic and flavorful. The prices are very reasonable too, with a huge portion of noodles for under $15. Except maybe the Edamame for 8$. You can get 1.50$/bag from any Chinese grocery store. If you prefer a saltier and richer taste, go for the handmade noodles without soup, or with the soup on the side. I’ll definitely be...

YESSS! Finally an authentic, delicious, Chinese noodle soup place in Durham! Don't need to drive out to Scarborough or Markham for this craving now. Our whole family, including our littles, loved every bite! Sorry no pictures as we inhaled it. I loved my tomato based soup with rice noodles - the noodles were bouncy, soup was hearty, and the meat was so tender. Hubby got the triple meat lovers which he loved - on the spicy side and the lady recommended soup on the side and pouring it in halfway through the meal or something of the sort. Kids had a regular, non-spicy beef noodle dish they recommended, and we customized with only choy and no other garnishes. Daughter said a few pieces of the beef were a bit on the chewier side, but still enjoyed it. Plenty of space to sit comfortably. They had a highchair but no change table in the bathroom which we'd recommend for the owners. Other than that, 10/10, would highly recommend and we'd definitely go back! Maybe...

Ordered takeout through UberEats, so can't comment on the service or atmosphere.

However, the food is absolutely fantastic. We ordered the beef double up and the zhajiang with rice noodles and wheat noodles respectively, both very spicy level, and soup on the side.

The beef one came with a delicious clean beef broth and the zhajiang with a slightly cloudier but still delicious and not too salty pork broth. Both bowls were loaded with tons of noodles, pickled veg, peppers, green onions, and meat. All of the meat was delicious, tender and spicy (unlike many of the restaurants in the area they actually make it hot enough).

Neither of us could finish our meals and I'm looking forward to having it again later today. I would recommend getting the soup on side and adding it bit by bit to make a concentrated sauce at the bottom to soak the noodles in before you have a bite. We will...