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Savor the Legacy of China's Most Beloved Rice Noodles

With a history spanning over a century, Rice Noodles is one of China's most treasured culinary traditions. Originating from Yunnan, China, this dish carries a remarkable cultural heritage, passed down through generations.

Unlike ramen or pho, Chinese Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodles are served with a steaming hot broth and fresh toppings on the side, allowing you to mix and customize every bite. Simply add the silky rice noodles, let the flavours come together, and enjoy a fresh, flavourful, and soul-warming experience like no other!

OUR RICE NOODLE TOPPINGS

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Why Is It Called
"Crossing-the-Bridge" Rice Noodles?
Why Are the Toppings
Served Separately?

Legend has it that hundreds of years ago, a devoted wife would bring lunch to her scholar husband, who spent long hours studying on a secluded island. Each day, she crossed a bridge to deliver his meal, but the challenge was keeping the soup hot. She discovered that a layer of oil on top acted as insulation, preserving the broth's heat. To keep the rice noodles, thinly sliced meats, and tofu skin fresh, she carried them separately, preventing them from getting soggy.

By the time she arrived, the soup was still steaming hot. With a quick mix, the delicate meats cooked instantly, the noodles softened, and a hearty, comforting meal was ready to enjoy. Over the years, this simple act of love became a treasured tradition, and Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodles evolved into a symbol of warmth, devotion, and care.

Today, this serving style isn't just about tradition—it's an immersive dining experience, allowing you to mix and customize every bite just the way you like it.

Yunshang Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodles illustration
Authentic rice noodles

AuthenticRice Noodles

Made from 100% pure rice, gluten-free, and crafted with traditional techniques for a perfectly chewy, silky bite.

12-hour slow-simmered broth

12-HourSlow-Simmered Broth

Rich and aromatic, made with real pork bones, free-range chicken, and Yunnan ham—no shortcuts, just pure flavour.

A bowl for every craving

A Bowlfor Every Craving

From comforting classics to bold new flavours, there's something for everyone.

Fresh, quality ingredients

Fresh,Quality Ingredients

Only the freshest meats and vegetables, carefully selected every day for a meal you can taste and trust.

OUR SIGNATURE PICKS

Original Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodle Soup

OriginalCrossing-the-BridgeRice Noodle Soup

Tomato Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodle Soup

TomatoCrossing-the-BridgeRice Noodle Soup

Chinese Sauerkraut Fish Rice Noodle Soup

ChineseSauerkraut FishRice Noodle Soup

Tomato Rice Noodle Soup with Beef & Enoki Mushroom

Tomato RiceNoodle Soup withBeef & Enoki Mushroom

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