Changan Kitchen

Inside Changan Kitchen

Changan Kitchen is a focused spot for those seeking a straightforward, no-frills experience of authentic Chinese cuisine, particularly from the Shaanxi and Sichuan regions. Located inside the 99 Ranch Market food court on Pioneer Blvd in Artesia, it’s not a typical sit-down restaurant with a fully furnished dining room, but rather a bustling counter service setup that caters to locals grabbing lunch or an early dinner.

The atmosphere is informal and practical, with plenty of seating in the adjacent food court area. This makes it a convenient place for solo diners, small groups, or families who want a solid meal with Chinese comfort food that doesn’t stray into fusion territory. If you’re after authentic hand-pulled noodles, stewed lamb soups, or spicy Sichuan beef dishes, this kitchen delivers on a street-level, home-style vibe rather than a polished dining ambiance.

People come here mostly during lunch and early dinner hours — especially those familiar with Chinese regional dishes or anyone curious about specialized noodle soups like the Stewed Lamb Noodle Soup or the traditional Liang Pi cold noodles. The menu also offers several vegetable-forward sides like Roasted Eggplant with Spring Beans or Cucumber Salad that complement the richness of the meat dishes.

The hand-ripped noodles are consistently mentioned for their chewy texture and authenticity, making this a go-to for noodle enthusiasts.
Lunch specials like the Sichuan Beef or Lao Gan Ma Beef make it accessible for weekday meals without a long wait.
House-made beverages like Plum Juice add a refreshing, slightly sweet note to contrast the savory plates.

While it doesn’t offer elegant décor or waiter service, the staff here are efficient and friendly, keeping the pace smooth even during busy times. The location within the 99 Ranch Market means it’s easy to pair a meal here with grocery shopping or a quick stop on an Artesia day out.

Overall, Changan Kitchen suits those who prioritize authentic flavor and regional Chinese comfort food over ambiance. It’s a spot where locals from the community and food lovers looking for true hand-pulled noodle dishes can find a steady, reliably good meal without fuss. Visiting midday or early evening is best to avoid the peak crowd rush.

Highlights & Local Essentials

What they serve

Comfort food

Best for

Lunch

Dinner

Dessert

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park

Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Wheelchair-accessible seating

Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Parking

Free parking lot

Parking

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What Locals & Travelers Say

43 Reviews

Jessica Liu

26 Dec 2025

As a local Xian people. I’d say Changan kitchen food is really Authenticate! The service is plus point too. Recommend it to each one ;)

Alex Fan

09 Dec 2025

The tastiest chewiest most authentic hand cut knife noodles EVER. New name is Yummy Noodle House, inside 99 Ranch, to the right.

David Hor

27 Nov 2025

Ordered the Cut Hand Ripped Noodles with stewed lamb. It is just as good as he Ontario location. While this location isn't as nice and is located in the 99 Ranch Market food court, it is definitely just as good. I highly recommend coming here for some great authentic Chinese food. There was plenty of seating in the food court area.

Gustavo Espinoza Jr

25 Nov 2025

Was finally able to give this place a try after hearing about it so much. Who knew that a small restaurant inside a 99 Ranch would be so amazing. The amount of items on the menu here is incredible and they all look amazing. It was honestly difficult trying to figure out what would be best to eat. Even though they were doing a lunch special, I opted for buying item N13 which was hand pulled noodles with spicy cumin beef. This dish did not disappoint at all. It was absolutely delicious! For the price you pay and the amount of food you get, I would say it’s definitely worth it. Plus the level of spicy was very good, I found it to be quite pleasant but also still great when coupled with the noodles and beef. I look forward to coming back here and trying other things on their menu.

Kelp Salad

22 Nov 2025

this place is heavily underrated. probably because it is in the middle of a 99 ranch. but this is actually one of the best chinese food spots in LA

Xiao LOL

22 Oct 2025

Located in 99 ranch market. Excellent food. Strongly recommend.

Catherine Liu

06 Oct 2025

This restaurant is inside ranch 99 at Artesia CA. We ordered pork intestine noodle soup and slow cooked braised beef noodle soup（MALA）. The flavor is authentic and noodle made by hand. It is beyond excellent. I will give 6 star and will be back definitely.

Bob Pierce

05 Oct 2025

I've been here a few times. The food is amazing. I work close by so I'm usually buying for my crew. We're all hooked. My daughter ordered the Teriyaki Chicken Rice. The sauce is really good and the fried egg on top of the rice is a great touch. I ordered the Liang Pi cold noodles. It was the perfect dish on a warm day. I never have to wait more than a few minutes for my order. It's always fresh and the staff is very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this place.

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