Xi’an Famous Foods (the name sounds kitschy, but it’s a literal translation from the Chinese) has branched out into the mainstream and opened a fourth location in Manhattan on St. Mark’s Place between First and Second Avenues. Two of my favorite dishes at this Sichuan restaurant are the savory cumin lamb noodles and the liang pi (cold noodles). The cumin lamb noodles are served either dry or in a broth. The cumin tones down the pungency of the lamb, creating its own unique essence. Chinese chili peppers give it a kick and diced celery pieces create texture in each bite. Plus there’s really nothing better than hand-pulled noodles; long, wide and thick, they are springy and a delight to savor. This Chinese eatery has another two locations in Flushing and one in Manhattan’s Chinatown. And at around only $5 per dish, the price is right.