At I-Chi Mein, we serve fresh handmade noodles, flavorful ramen, and authentic Chinese food in Rochester, MN. Conveniently located near Mayo Clinic and hotels like Hilton Garden Inn and Kahler Inn & Suites, we’re a favorite spot for locals, travelers, and Mayo staff looking for a quick and satisfying meal. Enjoy our signature noodle soups, stir-fried noodles, and Asian lunch combos — all crafted with homestyle flavors and care right here in the heart of Rochester.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 9 3rd Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901
Phone: (507) 322-0018
Website: http://www.i-chimein.com/
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Reviews
Jingqi Dong
A Must-Try New Spot for Authentic Chinese Noodles
I recently visited this new noodle restaurant, and it instantly became one of my favorite places in downtown.
The menu offers a great variety, from classic hand-pulled noodle soups to flavorful stir-fried options. I ordered the beef noodle soup, and it was outstanding. The noodles were perfectly chewy, the broth rich and well-balanced, and the toppings fresh and generous. My friends ordered stir-fried udon and spicy noodle, and all gave a thumbs up.
The ambiance is clean, modern, and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Even during busy hours, the service stayed efficient and warm.
Prices are very reasonable for the quality.
… moreI recently visited this new noodle restaurant, and it instantly became one of my favorite places in downtown.
The menu offers a great variety, from classic hand-pulled noodle soups to flavorful stir-fried options. I ordered the beef noodle soup, and it was outstanding. The noodles were perfectly chewy, the broth rich and well-balanced, and the toppings fresh and generous. My friends ordered stir-fried udon and spicy noodle, and all gave a thumbs up.
The ambiance is clean, modern, and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Even during busy hours, the service stayed efficient and warm.
Prices are very reasonable for the quality.
Angie Ojeda
We had an amazing experience at I-Chi Mein. We ordered the braised beef noodle soup and the Chongqing spicy noodle soup, along with the octopus balls, and everything was absolutely delicious. The noodles were the perfect thickness and texture and tasted incredibly fresh. The broths were rich, and flavorful.
The customer service was outstanding, and the loose-leaf teapots were such a nice touch for a very cold winter night. Even in the heart of downtown Rochester, it truly felt like being transported into someone’s home. The food, and hospitality all felt warm and authentic. We will definitely be coming back.
… moreThe customer service was outstanding, and the loose-leaf teapots were such a nice touch for a very cold winter night. Even in the heart of downtown Rochester, it truly felt like being transported into someone’s home. The food, and hospitality all felt warm and authentic. We will definitely be coming back.
Zaida Sabo
The pan fried dumplings were hot and crispy. The octopus balls were great as well. I was surprised by how refreshing the pork bone ramen was compared to similar soups I have tried at other establishments. Very light, and the noodles are super chewy. Restaurant was very clean and the servers were also very attentive. I would recommend checking this place out of you are a fan of ramen and looking to try a unique spin.
… moreKatie Knauer
I was really looking forward to trying this spot and adding another go-to noodle place to the list, but our visit left us a bit underwhelmed.
I had the braised beef noodle soup, and my partner tried the zhajiang noodles. The black bean paste sauce on the zhajiang noodles was unexpectedly sweet—so much so that it overpowered the dish and made it hard to appreciate (or even notice) any other flavors.
The braised beef noodle soup was okay but didn’t quite live up to the promise of a rich, beefy broth. The flavors were on the mild side, and the beef itself was chewy and lacked the depth we were hoping for. That said, the bok choy was perfectly cooked and added a nice fresh touch to the bowl.
As for the noodles—since they’re advertised as house-made, I had high hopes that they’d be the highlight. Unfortunately, they were a bit undercooked (more tacky than al dente) and had a texture and flavor similar to standard dried pasta.
On the bright side, the service was fast and friendly, and the dining area was clean and comfortable. The presentation if their dishes was also lovely, visually speaking.
The location has a lot of potential, and with some adjustments I think this place could really shine. It’s still early days, so I’m hopeful they’ll take feedback to heart and continue improving. For now, I’ll probably stick with First Meeting Noodle—but I’ll definitely keep an eye on how this place evolves.
… moreI had the braised beef noodle soup, and my partner tried the zhajiang noodles. The black bean paste sauce on the zhajiang noodles was unexpectedly sweet—so much so that it overpowered the dish and made it hard to appreciate (or even notice) any other flavors.
The braised beef noodle soup was okay but didn’t quite live up to the promise of a rich, beefy broth. The flavors were on the mild side, and the beef itself was chewy and lacked the depth we were hoping for. That said, the bok choy was perfectly cooked and added a nice fresh touch to the bowl.
As for the noodles—since they’re advertised as house-made, I had high hopes that they’d be the highlight. Unfortunately, they were a bit undercooked (more tacky than al dente) and had a texture and flavor similar to standard dried pasta.
On the bright side, the service was fast and friendly, and the dining area was clean and comfortable. The presentation if their dishes was also lovely, visually speaking.
The location has a lot of potential, and with some adjustments I think this place could really shine. It’s still early days, so I’m hopeful they’ll take feedback to heart and continue improving. For now, I’ll probably stick with First Meeting Noodle—but I’ll definitely keep an eye on how this place evolves.
Mollie
The staff is very friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The food was delicious, I especially liked the octopus balls. The atmosphere is really nice, and the place is kept very clean. Prices are reasonable and portions are generous!
… moreSherry Zhou
Wonderful service and friendly, sweet staff. The pan fried pork dumplings were deliciously crispy and tasty, and the portion for the Chongqing noodle soup was very large. I chose to not add any protein (would recommend adding something savory) and the soup was a bit bland on the umami side, but otherwise the noodles were cooked just right and the soup just spicy enough. The freshly fried sesame balls with red bean paste filling are a delicious treat and I highly recommend them. I would definitely come back to try the rest of the menu and interact with the lovely staff again.
… moreTT
The environment here is clean and quiet from the entrance. The warm lights in the store are also super comfortable.The waiters are super enthusiastic. They will recommend some famous dishes for you to choose from. You can say anything about your allergies. They all did a good job. I ordered fried udon noodles with shrimp.I added Chili. I like spicy food very much. It’s really delicious.They also have a shop in bubble tea, which is just two minutes Walk.It’s owned by the same boss, and this is their bubble tea on the table.They said that there will be new menus and dessert lists ready to be launched. Looking forward to more delicious food. I hope my sharing can let more people know and try their food.
… moreT. L. Smith
We are staying in the Kahlor Suites hotel and ordered for delivery to our room. Husband got the Chicken Lo-Mein. I got a chicken broth due to dietary restrictions due to scheduled surgery. It came very quickly. It was hot and tasty. We both liked what we ate. Great option for those staying at the hotel!
… moreMeggie Timm
Alice was incredibly nice and personable, we loved being greeted by her bright smile! The beef lo mein is TOP NOTCH! DELICIOUS! The jasmine green tea was the perfect addition to my meal. We love I-chi Mein! Our new favorite lunch spot ♥️
… moreMichelle Tran
The food flavor was very good to me. I got was the the zhajiang noodles. It is very flavorful and not salty or sweet. Very balanced flavorful. The noodle tasted very fresh and has a nice texture.
The atmosphere was comfortable and the server was very sweet and caring. She helped us put our leftovers in the to-go box.
… moreThe atmosphere was comfortable and the server was very sweet and caring. She helped us put our leftovers in the to-go box.