Tien Hsia San Chueh — Restaurant in Da'an District

This bowl of beef noodle soup immediately impresses with its understated elegance and inviting aroma. The broth is a beautiful amber hue—clear yet full-bodied, offering a delicate sweetness that speaks of hours of slow simmering. Unlike the heavy, oily broths found in many traditional renditions, this one leans into a lighter, more refined profile. The natural sweetness of vegetables like onions and carrots blends harmoniously with the deep savoriness of beef bones, resulting in a broth that’s comforting, clean, and layered with subtle complexity.

The beef is a highlight in itself—tender cuts with just the right amount of tendon, braised to perfection. Each bite melts gently in the mouth while still offering a satisfying chew, soaked through with the essence of the soup. It’s rich in flavor without being overpowering, and showcases the quality of the ingredients and the care put into preparation.

The noodles are wide and chewy, with a springy texture that holds up beautifully in the broth. They absorb just enough of the soup to carry its flavor, yet remain firm and satisfying to eat. Topped simply with a sprinkle of chopped scallions, the bowl gains a fresh lift that balances the richness and adds a crisp finish.

Overall, this beef noodle soup stands out not through bold or flashy elements, but through its restraint and precision. It’s a quiet, confident dish that rewards attention—a perfect choice for those who appreciate clarity, balance, and the honest depth that only comes from slow...

Frankly, I was somewhat disappointed.

I ordered an all-tendon beef noodle soup with regular noodle (家常麵）, while the family ordered a brisket beef noodle soup and a no-meat noodle soup both with ramen (拉麵）.

The broth was good but not as flavourful as I expected. It was lacking some depth and also lacking a bit of an herbal undertone that I personally like. The noodles themselves have great texture and were cooked perfectly. The pickled sour veggies were kind of bland in my opinion. The chilli oil and some sort of oil (beef tallow I’m guessing?) did add an additional layer of taste to the soup, which made the noodle soup a little more enjoyable. The tendons were super tender and not chewy at all, which I love.

The service was good despite the staff being completely overwhelmed with the customers. They also provided kids bowls and utensils. The menu has English descriptions so I would say this is a good place to bring foreign friends.

We went on a weekday (Friday) at the end of lunch hour without reservations, and waited about 30 min to get a table. Reservation is strongly recommended if you plan to make...

Came at 5:30 on a Tuesday as they opened. Didn’t have a reservation but was able to sit immediately with an hour time limit.

Great beef noodle soup spot. They offer a standard broth and a variation with tomatoes in the same broth. The standard one is fragrant with spices and tastes clean unlike some spots where it feels like you’re drinking a bowl of oil.

Can’t say enough about the meat. It’s so soft and there are options with just meat, tendon, combination of both, short rib, etc and offer 3 types of noodles - standard ramen like noodles, flat and wide, and a 3rd that’s in between the two in thickness and width.

There are pickled veggies and spicy oil that you can request as well to add more flavors to your bowl of soup.

They also have warm unsweetened wintermelon tea and give diners a shot of plum vinegar to clear your taste buds.

Come here for the beef noodles! There’s plenty of other food options but I haven’t ordered anything other than the beef...