Qin

With locations in both Chinatown and West LA, Qin offers decadent, traditional noodle bowls to L.A. denizens. The Saozi noodle dish (both as a soup or dry) is a standout, made with homemade diced pork, potato and tofu; diners can make it as spicy as they wish. There's also the Chinese Mo—a bao-like sandwich stuffed with marinated pork. A few tables are available inside, but you may need to venture outside in Far East Plaza's communal space if Qin runs out of room.