小香牛骨米粉Hunan Mifen San Mateo

New Hunan mifen restaurant in San Mateo. It is interesting that it opens next to another rice noodle restaurant. Parking is a challenge.
It was not busy when we arrived but it was filled up fast. You ordered using your phone by scannjng QR code. We ordered dry and soup based noodles. The order was ready quickly. The beef bone meats are tender but not much meat. The noodle soup is clear and not spicy. You just add the soup from the bone if you want spicy. You can enjoy it non spicy or spicy. You get the coriander leaf in front of the open kitchen.
The dry noodle is spicy. It doesn't have much meat. Both are yummy, but they are filling.
Overall, it is yummy, but I think the beef rip soup has very strong spices, and I got a bit uncomfortable after that for some time.

Delicious rice noodles in soup. Many different flavors to choose from. And it’s always super quick because the meat have been cooked already. The fried stinky tofu is unique too

Good rice noodles, but too spicy for my taste and lacks the human touch.

+ Good rice noodles.
+ Good beef bone, but too spicy for my taste.
+ Excellent fried fish. Crispy on the outside, light and savory on the inside. Has a good amount of szechuan pepper.
- Everything is plated separately. I like that spicy beef bones are not with the rice noodles, but even blanched vegetables!? Give out a feeling of everything being premade and just being assembled together for my order. Not the sit down restaurant experience I wanted.

I had an absolutely delightful dining experience at Hunan Mifen restaurant! The food was incredibly delicious, with flavors that took my taste buds on a journey to the heart of Hunan cuisine. Each dish was prepared with care and attention to detail, showcasing the authentic flavors of the region. The Mifen noodles were a standout, perfectly cooked and paired with rich, savory sauces that left me craving for more. The friendly staff and cozy ambiance added to the overall enjoyment of my visit. If you're a fan of flavorful, authentic Chinese cuisine, Hunan Mifen is an absolute must-visit. I can't wait to return and indulge in their mouthwatering dishes once again!

Fast service and good bowls of soup. The line can look intimidating, but it moves fast. Their super spicy is accurately described. I accidentally splashed some in my eye and spent half the meal crying 😅. Meats were all really well cooked/seasoned.

Parking in the area is usually easier than downtown San Mateo