Tasty Noodles and Dumplings — Restaurant in Albuquerque

We'd been wanting to give this place a go for a while. Intrigued by the whole "Chinese Bistro" thing, so a few nights ago, we ordered take away. Normally we don't order any kind of "family dinner," but in this case we did because we thought that perhaps it'd give us an overview of what we might expect of the other dishes offered by Tsai's. I mean, if the dishes comprising a family meal are good, the other dishes should be good as well. Bad move. Our choice of entree was the Lo Mein. Like one of the other reviewers here, I've been fortunate enough to have eaten some really amazing and mind-blowingly good Chinese food over the course of my life, and that includes restaurants in the heart of San Francisco's Chinatown. If you have ever had amazing Chinese food, then you KNOW what amazing Chinese food tastes like. This is not it. The appetizers comprising the "pupu platter" were hideous. I couldn't bring myself to even eat the beef stick. My experience with the egg drop soup could not have been more disappointing. I'm glad that somebody else had the opposite experience. I regret not having gone with the hot and sour soup, but had I done so, I think I know how that would have gone. The lo mein was perfectly awful. Spaghetti noodles with a lackluster brown sauce and a scant amount of vegetables scattered in with the protein choices. We didn't even eat the fried rice. Yesterday, I didn't want to let the food go to waste, so I had it for lunch. I opened the container of fried rice to discover that I just had a container of sadness. All it was was white rice with a brown sauce on it. Not a vegetable to be seen. Not even a pea. Possibly the worst fried rice I have EVER had. The net net of this story is: Stay away, keep your money in your pocket and go spend it at Chin...

If you’re anywhere near Albuquerque, do yourself a favor and run (don’t walk!) to Tasty Noodles and Dumplings — a humble gem that serves up some of the most soul-satisfying, flavor-packed bites you’ll find this side of the Sandias.

From the moment you walk in, you’re hit with the cozy aroma of sizzling garlic, simmering broths, and perfectly crisped dumplings. The atmosphere is warm and unpretentious, but don’t let the simplicity fool you — the food here is next-level.

Let’s talk dumplings. These little pockets of joy are handmade daily and it shows. The pork and chive dumplings? Juicy, flavorful, and seared to golden perfection. The veggie dumplings are a revelation — even meat-lovers will be reaching for seconds. And the dipping sauces? Balanced, bold, and clearly crafted with care.

Now onto the noodles. Oh, the noodles. Silky, springy, and clearly hand-pulled with skill. Whether you choose the spicy beef noodle soup (a comforting bowl of savory heaven) or the stir-fried noodles with chicken (bursting with wok-fired flavor), you’ll find yourself involuntarily nodding with every bite.

The service is fast, friendly, and thoughtful — it’s clear this place is run with heart. Prices are incredibly reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. You’ll leave full, happy, and already plotting your return.

Tasty Noodles and Dumplings isn’t just a great spot — it’s a destination. A culinary hug in a bowl. A flavor explosion that hits all the right notes. I can’t recommend it...

First of all.....I would consider myself a fried rice expert. If done correctly it's a very satisfying entree. But sadly 98 out of 100 typical Asian restaurants in this town serve the typical leftover non-cut steamed rice with peas, carrots a little egg and your choice of protein. If it's chicken you ordered it would be prepared with the thigh or dark meat. Very dry and very bland. Darkened w/ soy sauce. The former owners of Saigon 2000 had the lead until they recently changed ownership, "Not the same :(" Last night while doing my weekly browse for a new rice outlet I stumbled upon Tasty Noodles And Dumplings....finally a place that knows how to prepare fried rice. Yes it's the little things but they matter to us fried rice aficionados. Let's just say there's NO comparison to match the other 98 fakers of fried rice in this town. If you're looking to satisfy your appetite with the best fried rice you'll ever put to your lips .....it's right here at 2325 San Pedro NE. Bar none!!! It will be the best you've ever had, I guarantee it. Can't wait to try some other items too, I'll be back tonight! Oh the Chicken fried rice I ordered??? came w/ tender strips of white meat only! A 10++++ Thanks, keep it going! Be prepared to drop $15 for this tasty dish, yeah not cheap but...