LIU 成都味道 - Chuan Chuan Xiang and Nudelhaus in Berlin

Incredibly delicious food! At lunchtime you have to be patient. Important: only cash payment possible

Amazing food! The only problem is that it's not open on weekends and when it's open it's not for long.

So freakin delicious! These noodles saved me after a long night. Something about eating these delicious Szechuan noodles on a chilly fall day in Berlin just set my soul right

Very good noodles, service is quick, efficient and polite. The place and atmosphere is a bit chaotic but it's mainly due to the amount of customers coming at lunch time

Food was OK, service 👎. Store not clean!

**cash only** Times here : twice in two days because it's that good. Liu Nudelhaus is a godsend, an oasis in a vast desert of (admittedly delicious) wursts, brot and käse. The food is served swiftly, is hot and well portioned and absolutely mouthwatering. The noodles are superbly cooked and both my dishes were oily, but not greasy, if that makes sense. I got spice level 2 both times and will try 3 next. The bathrooms are clean and a selection of non alcoholic drinks are available. There is a strong looking vegetarian menu, but I've yet to try it. Parking would be a challenge, I recommend an approach on foot. Don't be scared by the line out the door, I waited less than 10 minutes from line to food being delivered to my table. I think Liu may be my favorite restaurant in Berlin.

Insanely spicy, excellent meat, everything feels authentic, the price is excellent. Highly recommended.

In the world filled with spicy noodles, this one really stands out. Authentic atmosphere and impeccable food. Keep in mind that this is an eatery not a restaurant, you need to work with your elbows or wait a little bit to get a seat.

Fantastic! The first test meal passed with flying colors! Very authentic and spicy noodles. Level 2 should be enough to start with. I'll be back with several people.

Liu's noodle house is really a bank. The food is absolutely delicious every time. You can tell that the people here love what they do. Chinese soul food, I can't say it any other way. Taste wise 100 stars!

The noodles change your life. I have never eaten Chinese noodles of the quality and taste in Germany, the only negative point is that card payment is not possible. I wanted to order up and down the card, but only had €25 in cash. But the insight into the dumplings and noodles was enough to inspire me completely. The long wait is forgotten with the first bite, please keep it up!

Food was super tasty and I authentic. The spice is really nothing for the weak. It’s very crowded so I just recommend preordering it ahead of time.

First time trying actual Sichuan food. I've heard about how spicy their food is but went with a 2 spice level Sichuan zajiang noodles and it was very tolerable. Nice heat great flavor. Good prices and portions. I'd love to see something similar back home

Liu Noodles is a Berlin treasure! Fresh, chewy noodles and vibrant flavors make it a noodle lover's paradise. A definite must-try!

First of all, perhaps as a qualification: I am a vegetarian. I know Liu from various YouTube videos and have already been there twice. I know that the cooking there is very authentic, with homemade noodles, chili oil, etc. I have tried some of the vegetarian noodle soups and unfortunately I have to say that they lack umami, salt and generally a deeper taste. The meat is probably very relevant in this respect & the vegetarian versions just don't work as well. I also ate Tianshui noodles, which were significantly better. So I'm basically convinced that you're good, but unfortunately I have to criticize the vegetarian soup dishes.

Super tasty noodles, I can recommend it to everyone!

Authentic Chinese cuisine. I had the Sichuan beef noodles (not very spicy). You can choose the spiciness of most dishes yourself. I recommend purchasing an additional bib for 60 cents. Chilli stains are so difficult to remove and not only you but also everyone around you has to eat without any accidents. If you want to try out the hot variants, you can also order a glass of soy milk to 'delete'.

IT'S JUST SOOOO GOOD!!!! Fast service and friendly. Prepare for long queues. No cards accepted, otherwise would have given 5 stars for service!

The food here is excellent and reasonably priced. I've been here several times at lunchtime. Since the shop is very popular, you should be here when it opens if you want to eat on site, otherwise you'll need a bit of luck.

The food was super tasty, the pasta and the sauces were a dream and something completely different. Unfortunately, you have to take some time and wait in line to visit, but it's still worth it. We particularly enjoyed the dumplings.

Very spicy! I usually like spicy food, but level 2 was so intense that I could hardly taste anything else. There was also a little too much oil for my taste. What was really cool were the dumplings - I've rarely had such good ones! What might be missing from the menu is something fresh, like a cucumber salad or another not-too-spicy, fresh side dish. Busy store with waiting time. Worth a visit :)

I felt like I was on vacation in Thailand... Full house, lots of people, waiting and damn divine noodles and dumplings... Absolute dream

Super tasty food, something completely different than the “classic Chinese”. When it comes to spiciness, you can always choose between 3 levels of spiciness (1 to 3 chilli). I really like spicy food and with 2 chillies it burns quite a bit. That was my personal limit. Three chillies must pull out your synapses. Be prepared to wait a long time to order, as the store is small and very, very busy. After ordering, the food arrived in less than 10 minutes.

I recently dined at this Chinese restaurant and was blown away by the taste and flavor of the food. Every dish was bursting with authentic and rich flavors that truly satisfied my cravings. The menu offers a great variety, ensuring there’s something for everyone. The ambiance is casual and comfortable, making it a perfect spot for a laid-back meal rather than a special night out. The staff were friendly and attentive, adding to the overall pleasant dining experience. If you're looking for the best place to enjoy delicious and flavorful Chinese food in a relaxed setting, this is definitely it. Highly recommended!

Delicious and fast, expect a line as soon as it opens! Staff is great and friendly. Spice level 1 was fine for me, but I probably would have went higher if I go again.

Unfortunately, Suan La ChaoShou wasn't particularly tasty :/ The broth and dumplings didn't harmonize well with each other. None of us who tried it liked it. On the other hand, the noodle soups were much better.

Uncompromisingly authentic and brutally deliciously spicy Chinese noodles . Best Chinese noodles place in berlin so far if you like spicy Szechuan cooking.

Excellent and well spiced food, not too expensive, reasonable quantity!

The LIU Nudelhaus in Berlin impressed us with its unique culinary experience! The chili oil, which is more sweet than really spicy, adds a delicious nuance to the dishes. Particularly noteworthy is the Szechuan pepper noodle dish, which tingles wonderfully on the tongue and is a real culinary delight. Despite the busy crowd, we experienced fast service that brought the food to the table quickly. Even the 40-minute wait in front of the shop at 2 p.m. was completely made up for by the taste explosions of the dishes. An absolute highlight for foodies who want to experience authentic Asian flavors in Berlin! 🍜🌶️👌

I expected waaaaaaaaay much tastier food given its reputation. I went home sad and unsatisfied :(

I don’t understand the hype about this place. There are definitely better Sichuan cuisine options in Berlin. I wasn’t impressed and wouldn’t recommend it—the dishes were overly oily and the flavors felt unbalanced and unsatisfying.

Liù, the famous Chinese restaurant in Berlin, raised a lot of expectations but ultimately fell short. The dishes, in line with Sichuan tradition, are very spicy and oily, but the overall quality isn’t the best. While it’s not bad, I definitely expected more from such a popular spot. The service is decent, but the prices are a bit high for what you get. Overall, Liù is overrated and doesn’t represent the authentic Chinese dining experience you can find in Berlin.

Ristorante di tendenza non conforme alle recensioni da me lette. Potrebbe essere una buona scelta per un' introduzione alla cucina cinese a Berlino, ma non la migliore scelta. Le porzioni apparentemente abbondanti. In definitiva puoi andare per toglierti la curiosità ma sicuramente non da ritornarci. C'è tanto altro da provare.

Absolutely recommended! Great food, perfect spiciness. 0.5 - 1 is enough for me, but I would also treat you to 3-4. I would fail there. Great noodles, super nice staff. Always happy again 😊

Finally I can enjoy authentic Chengdu food outside of Chengdu 🥹 The whole store is a 10/10✨

An absolute taste experience that I will remember for a long time! Great combination of flavors that you don't get every day! Don't be put off if you have to wait in line, it's much quicker (at least it was for me) than the queue would suggest.

By far the best noodle house in Berlin. You can see the effort and care with which the ingredients are selected and processed here. Here we cook our own ingredients and you can taste it.

Wow, that was just fantastic. The noodles were perfect, the spiciness was just right, I haven't eaten something so delicious in a long time. On top of that, everyone in the store was incredibly nice. Next time I'm in Berlin, I'll definitely come back.

Yummy. You can really try it out and eat out again and again. Some times there were long waiting times. Many people like to go there and have lunch.

The spiciness was really good, but it was too oily instead of saucey for me, so I didn't find the taste that intense.

Delicious. Definitely going there again

Absolutely delicious. The food has so much flavor and I think the pre-order system is quite good. Just the opening hours are a bit weird and make it hard to come more often.

The noodles were really tasty 😋 we ordered ice tea but it was quite warm because they kept it on the counter in room temperature on a day of 31C ! We asked for ice to be added to it but they said they don't have any! Service was quite fast and staff were nice.

I can't remember how many times I've been here because it's so often. The food here are really delicious, really authentic. I never get tired of eating here because the taste is so deliciously amazing wow🫶🏽 PS: The queue can be as long as a train so come at certain times. when it comes to lunch time ,the queue is crazy. but it's still manageable, the staff are very fast and the food comes fast too.so dont worry.

The food was super oily, super salty and almost impossible to eat cause of the saltiness. Plus basically no vegetables.I completely do not understand the phenomenon of this place.

Whenever I'm here it's closed. There is never anything on the internet. I'm not from Berlin and I've tried it for the third time now. 👎🏻

Best szechuan noodles in Berlin! Please, go!

These noodles are incredibly good. The spices perfectly balanced, the best noodles in my life! I was completely blown away by the taste and was really amazed that day.

Food is okay, but there are some equally good to better offers in Berlin. Service is understandably stressful, but sometimes it's just really bad and unfriendly. The atmosphere is uncomfortable and sometimes really dirty. The store and the concept itself are generally good, but the whole thing suffers from popularity. We are now helping to relieve the burden and taking advantage of what other restaurants have to offer.

My coworkers and I celebrate Noodles Wednesday every week with spicy noodles from Liu. I’m not saying our entire office is addicted but I’m also not not saying it. So, beware! 😬

To be honest, our food was very bland. It needed salt or soy sauce but there was nothing like this on the table. Also the drinks were bland, almost no taste. I don’t get it why it has such a long queue, maybe other dishes are better. I can not recommend the shiitake chicken noodle soup :( Update: yes, I did chose the dish because I can not eat hot/spicy but there is a considerable difference between tasty and spicy. For me it was a huge disappointment for the amount of money, even ramen has more taste. I am sorry if it is your traditional recipe but personally I could not recommend at all, it was like eating noodles with water. Would not visit ever again, way too overpriced. Maybe your other dishes are better but I could not even try them.

Very tasty, very good portion and super nice staff! It's just not sharp enough that's my only criterion. Otherwise great! Update: the Shengjiao beef noodles with 3 chilies were spicy enough! Photo: Sichuan beef

Vegans/vegetarians definitely have to be careful here and ask carefully what they are given. Yesterday I ordered the "Vegan Shengjiao Tofu Noodles" (ironically in the "Happy Cow Day Special") and got Shengjiao with minced beef instead :( I've eaten here several times and always thought the tofu mince was great, but unfortunately it's hard to distinguish visually from real meat. With spiciness level 2 you can hardly taste any of the mince's own taste and so it wasn't until very late that I noticed that something was different. If I eat here again I will definitely ask the kitchen whether it is really meat-free. Unfortunately, everyone here is always stressed at lunchtime and everything seems disorganized. But I think it's a shame that people don't pay much attention to things like this or that vegan dishes are somehow marked with a garnish. In the end I got my money back

Clearly the best and most authentic Asian noodles in Berlin. The Shengjiao noodles with beef are amazing. The spiciness of “3 Chilis” is for professionals, beginners start a little lower. Clear recommendation!

Endorphins included depending on Chili factor

Simply delicious! I'm a big fan of Sichuan cuisine and the dishes are so authentic, flavorful and high quality. It's addictive - it's that delicious. The homemade iced teas are also recommended because they are unsweetened, which is rare.

Food is super tasty. Berlin Mitte and no card payment is simply a no go.

This time the beef noodles is not that stunning as I had last times 1 year ago, maybe too much soybean sauces, it is a little bit too salty.

The best Asian noodles I have EVER eaten. The intensity and balance of the spices are unique. Above all, the use of Szechuan peppercorn is on point here, which not every restaurant can do. If Chef's Table were still on Netflix, this store would 100% be there.

Loved the food and its amazing taste and quality, I was there with my boyfriend who lived in China and he said the food here in this restaurant is exactly same as in China, very authentic and tasty noodles.

The best Sichuan noodles in Berlin. I only ever come here on my lunch break and the location is super popular and busy. From 12:00 p.m. you wait in line, but it moves very quickly. My favorite dish is the vegetarian Sichuan Zaijang noodles with 2 chili 🌶️🌶️. The sauce is of course spicy but also full of flavor. This variant is also available with beef/pork minced meat. The pasta with pieces of beef has a different sauce, is a little oilier, but also super tasty. What I can highly recommend - investing €0.60 in a bib, as the risk of spills is very high. Somehow I have to remember better which dish looks like and I still have a lot to try. (Next we will try delivery with Lieferando).

Food is delicious yet VERY spicy. Be prepared to queue 20-30 mins. CASH ONLY. I would def recommend!

delicious!! has immediately become one of my favorite restaurants in Berlin, I think about eating there regularly :-)

So, so good. The food came out really quickly and service was great! Great choice of food to choose from.

I came here with a friend during lunch time and we sat outside. After about 15 minutes a waiter told us „you can only order by phone or inside“. Okay, annoying but fine. So we both decided what we wanted to eat and I went inside to order for the two of us: only cash. So back to my friend who proceeded to order for us with her cash. Turns out they didn’t have the dish I wanted. Then, they told us to move inside because they wanted to close the outdoor area. I asked if another variation of the cold noodles with sprouts was available. The waiter told me: yes with sprouts and cucumbers, do you not want cucumbers? The cucumber dish was the one I wanted initially, so I of course said, „wait do it IS available?“. However, turns out, it was not, so I ordered the sprout one. The portion of the cold noodles was quite small especially in comparison with the warm noodle dishes. I ordered extra wheat noodles, exactly as written on the menu and the waiter looked at me very confused. You should know your own menu items. My dish tasted aromatic (though barely containing any sprouts) while my friends soup according to her was very bland. I did find two hairs in my food. Main dishes are quite expensive with around 13-15€ at lunch time… Also, when I asked for tap water, they said tap water would cost 3€?! I doubt that this is even legal. While eating a waitress came to our table and said that they would now clean the bathroom so we should either go now or we could not go. Weird. STAY AWAY.

Very authentic Szechuan dishes and always a favorite of mine for lunch in Mitte! Food is on your table less than two minutes after ordering and tastes soo good!

Spicy and yummy. Probably the best noodle in town. You can choose the spiciness up to 3, and I chose 2. Yes, I was right. If I had chosen 3, it would have been too spicy for me to enjoy the taste. But if you like spicy spicy food, go for it!

Very authentic cuisine and especially very spicy food.

Level of spiciness 2 really hit home. But everything is very tasty here. Can recommend the vegan Sichuan noodles.

Was OK. I ordered vegetarian and my plate was 1/3 smaller than the meat dishes. The same with the neighboring table. I feel a bit cheated or disadvantaged. I wasn't full either. I wouldn't come back because I don't see any added value

Wow! Had here some of the very best Chinese noodles and dumplings EVER. So delicious, so super yummy! One of my favourite lunch places from now on. The place itself is quite simple, nice fast food style, but it's all about the food here. Four years later: Still love Liu's! Just super fantastic food! Coming regularly, tried pretty much everything on the menu. Always waiting times up to half an hour, but it's more than worth it!! 🔥

Freshly prepared and delicious food with original flavours, kind service! It was the 3rd time i went there and am looking forward to the next visit.

Best Chinese noodle soup in town 👌

The food can be eaten on site or taken away. There are seats inside and also in front of the door, outside. The restaurant is small and very busy, but the waiting times are moderate if you want a seat. Even if you just want to take away food, you don't have to wait long, it's really fast service. The menu is small. We will help you order if you are unsure. In particular, ask about the level of spiciness. The dishes are delicious, the noodles are not too soft, the meat is on point and very tender. The sauces/soups are well seasoned. Conclusion: If you like Asian food, you should definitely visit this small restaurant. If you come by public transport, you may have to wait 10 minutes, it will be worth it. (Previously only non-alcoholic drinks could be ordered.)

We recently went to Liu's and had the best Chinese noodles ever. Each dish tasted different, surprising and very fresh, crunchy and not too spicy. We have never been able to eat the sauces anywhere before. Completely different from what we usually get served as Chinese cuisine. The service was very friendly and incredibly fast. We had barely ordered and less than three minutes later we were already eating. For us, the discovery of the noodle house is an enrichment. Thank you very much 😇👌🏼

Maybe I made the wrong choice. But food was okay, didn’t seem fresh, line was long, atmosphere was hurried and not cosy

Really amazing food and great experience... Warning for all those who do not have a high level of spicy tolerance than avoid those dishes and ask for softer options which they do have! Amazing overall

authentic food but terrible opening hours and cash only. would go there more often if i could but nope

the best and most authentic 酸辣粉 （sauer-scharf süsskartoffelnudeln) i had in berlin! i recommend during lunch time to pre-order on their website since you can skip the line that way. that was really good for me since i had only little time. also, in my opinion the spice scale is similar to what i‘ve had in chengdu, so i think middle-level is considered very spicy in other restaurants in germany (saying it with confidence since i had lvl 3). cant wait to come back and try out all the other yummy dishes!

For the one who loves hot 🔥 and spicy food this'd be a must go place. The dishes are simple but very good and tasty.

This place is the victim of its own success. Be prepared to spend some time queuing as it gets full as soon as it opens. Well-known for its delicious noodles coming either with soup or sauce with the spice levels of your liking even if you're a crazy chili 🌶️ head like me. I assure you, they can cook very hot to satisfy your capsaicin urge. All dishes are delicious. House made ice teas are awesome. See you next time.

The food is just crazy. It's so rare in Berlin to find authentic cuisine without adaptations made to the German pallet. I totally recommend.

Absolutely love the food! I only wish there was an option to have the SHENGJIAO noodles less spicy.

Very strong food! 5/5 without question. I can't wait to go back soon. Thanks for the tip to the Goldies boys :)

The cashier asked for more money than actually what I ordered. I calculated for her and she still thinks there's no mistake until she read again the receipt.

Brilliant food, very friendly and helpful staff.

I liked the food and atmosphere unfortunately the home made noodle was finished but I really liked the dumpling

Clean, good food, surprisingly not very spicy given the dishes being served though. Ask for max spiciness and maybe some extra spiciness if you want to get it to authentic spice levels, but otherwise the flavor and noodle quality is there.

Exactly as I hoped. Hot and spicy, with numb lips. But not only that, this shop is also unrivaled in Berlin when it comes to taste. The only downside is the opening times. Very difficult to comply with if you don't live or work nearby.

The food is bomb and, if you like, authentically spicy 🥵 Rustic atmosphere and unfortunately not a lot of space - we recommend visiting before 1200 at lunchtime.

Best noodles in town specially Sichuan noodle… Must try.

Food was really excellent. A must if you like Asian food! Small deduction: only cash payment possible, you should be aware of this before you wait in line for at least 30 minutes. However, it's worth every minute of waiting!

Food was too salty and too expensive. Go to Weng Cheng instead.

The food is good. Once it was very good, once I missed the fiery Szechuan note. The service absolutely needs improvement. Friendly feedback (to the boss) is responded to in a confrontational manner. When I read this, the management never really addresses the points. I have the feeling that it's always the customer who does something wrong, but never the service/management. Everyone has to know for themselves.

It couldn't be more 100% authentic, super tasty and for experts it's really spicy.

My absolute favourite Chinese noodles place in Berlin! Authentic Sichuan noodles as spicy as you can possibly get! I can't recommend enough! You may complain about service (which I never encountered, but I'm Chinese) but can't complain about the food. Downside? It doesn't open very long and is always packed. Oh and cash only :(

Amazing Chengdu-style Sichuan noodles. It gets really crowded so, patience. It's worth it. The price is more than fair. Various vegetarian options.

Very, very special Chinese noodle soups! The Szechuan is super delicious! It's a shame it's only open during the week!

It tastes good and delicious. Sichuan beef noodles have a lot of beef.

Unfortunately, I found my dish inedible. I had the noodle soup with pork and cabbage and the broth tasted just exaggerated, terribly ethereal, as if you were drinking a pungent bath additive. Noodles limp and overcooked, pork tasteless. I know the unusual flavors of Sichuan cuisine but that wasn't my cup of tea at all. My husband made a better choice of soup, but his noodles were cooked softly and had no bite. As a side dish we had fried tofu and lotus stems. Neither tasted particularly tasty. For me the whole experience was quite a disappointment.