China Muslim Mee Tarik Tangan兰州拉面 — Restaurant in George Town

We’ve walked past this fairly new restaurant a few times but never thought of trying out until now.

Its name itself is a bit odd if I may say so. Firstly when I saw the word “China Muslim” I had the impression that this is a Halal place trying to attract Chinese from China to eat there. After all this is Penang, and this is Malaysia. Then the following word reads as “Mee Tarik”. I scratched my head wondering what the?! “Mee Tarik” as in copycat of our local famous drink “Teh Tarik”. And the last word is “Tangan” which is a Malay word translated into English as “Hand”. So the restaurant name in BIG big letters never strike me as a creative name for a restaurant. Hence it never strike me as a place I want to eat until now.

The restaurant is brightly lit with an open kitchen that can be seen from the road. Across the road, I could see a man making hand pulled noodle called “lamian”. He doesn’t look Malay to me at a distance. Looks more like a Chinese wearing a Muslim cap called “kufi”. The other staff inside the kitchen, which can be clearly seen from outside, also looks Chinese. That’s when I looked at the sign again “CHINA MUSLIM MEE TARIK TANGAN”. Reading the entire sentence together it literally translates into English as “Chinese Muslim Noodle Pulled Hand” meaning this restaurant is a hand pulled noodle place run by Chinese Muslim (from China).

Now that I understand the name of the restaurant, I imagine it has to be food from Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China, where its people has their own culture and religion, and predominantly Muslim.

The menu offers a selection of lamian noodles, dumplings, rice and stir fried dishes. No pork. Only beef, lamb, chicken and vegetables. Totally Halal.

Between 2 of us. We had a bowl of braised beef noodles in brown sauce for $18.80 ringgits. Big bowl with lots of freshly made hand pulled noodles. Very nice. Broth is on a subtle milder side. I enjoyed and drank most of it. It wasn’t too spicy. We also ordered fried beef dumplings for $13.00 ringgits. 13 pieces and came piping hot. Very nice and extremely tasty. We also ordered boiled chicken dumplings for $12 ringgits. Came in 12 pieces. This unfortunately wasn’t hot enough. It was almost cold and lukewarm. Including 2 big glass of Chinese tea, which cost $4 ringgits a glass, our total bill came to $51.80 ringgits. No SST and no service charge.

Although the service wasn’t that friendly. It’s probably due to cultural differences and communication barrier (as the China Muslim could only converse in Uyghur or Mandarin, except one Myanmar staff who manages in little English and Malay) we will definitely go back for the food. The restaurant we find it clean, neat and tidy with...

China Muslim Mee Tarik Tangan is a popular spot that draws a full house during dinner time, and it’s easy to see why. The signature beef soup noodles are clearly a crowd favorite, with a chewy, hand-pulled texture that reflects the skill behind their preparation. That said, I personally found the broth lacking in depth—it could use a richer, more robust flavor to really elevate the dish. Additionally, it was served only luke warm, which took away from the overall enjoyment.

The lamb skewers, however, were excellent—juicy, flavorful, and grilled to perfection. They had the right balance of spice and tenderness, making them the highlight of the meal. The dumplings also had a pleasant taste, with well-seasoned filling and soft skin, but like the noodles, they suffered from being not quite hot enough. The scallion oil pancake was nicely crisped on the outside and chewy inside, a satisfying addition to the table.

One area that could use improvement is cleanliness and overall tidiness. The chilli oil station and vinegar jar appeared neglected and not properly cleaned. A more polished and hygienic presentation would enhance the dining experience. Additionally, customer service was minimal—there was little interaction or guidance from the staff regarding the menu, which could be confusing for first-timers.

With a bit more attention to food temperature, hygiene, and customer engagement, China Muslim Mee Tarik Tangan could elevate its already solid offerings to an even...

China Muslim Mee Tarik Tangan – Big Portions, Big Flavors! 🍜🔥

🐣 Craving some halal hand pulled noodles? You have to check out this China Muslim restaurant! The place is clean, tidy, and cozy perfect for dining with friends or family. And even though the star of the show is their mee tarik, the menu doesn’t stop there. They’ve got rice dishes, a variety of sides, and more!

🐣 Here’s what we ordered:

🥢 Beef Lamian Noodles – One huge bowl, definitely enough for two people. The broth was light but flavorful, the beef slices were generous, and once you add their chili oil... chef’s kiss! 🥟 Fried Chicken Dumplings – You get a bunch of them, and they’re super filling. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside - yes, please! 🍢 Xinjiang Mutton Shashlik – My personal favorite! Think smoky lamb skewers with bits of fat in between. For RM15 you get 3 sticks not bad at all. Slightly chewy but in a good way, and the seasoning? Unforgettable. 🍊 Fresh Orange Juice to round it all off, refreshing!

🐣 What makes the experience even cooler is the open kitchen concept. You can watch the chefs hand pull the noodles and prep your food right in front of you, kind of like dinner and a show! 😄

Bottom line: great food, big portions, clean place, and friendly service. 100% coming...