Chili Mee: Noodles You Need at a Great Price

In an unassuming space without any frills, Chili Mee opened in August to bring a thrifty yet refined focus on noodles to Alhambra. With just four noodle dishes available, the In-N-Out approach to their menu means you’ll get delicious and affordable noodles with every visit.

With this new budget-conscious eatery, owners John and Joanna Tan—a true mom-and-pop team—are returning to the location of an earlier version of their restaurant concept that was impacted by the pandemic.

The namesake Chili Mee noodle dish is the spiciest they offer, with tender noodles topped with crispy wontons for a crunch along with your slurp. If you’re looking for less spice in your main noodle dish, the sweetish Mee Goreng noodles topped with crispy onions is easier to eat.

Fried pork balls are sweet and spicy and are a great side to round out your meal. If you want a vegetarian option, check out the cucumber salad—which could be called a pickle salad due to the tangy vinegar dressing bathing the slices of marinated cukes.

With noodle bowls priced at $7 to $7.50, this is one of the most affordable and delicious meals you can find in town right now. Head over next time you’re craving something fast and flavorful.

Chili Mee is located at 1261 East Valley Blvd.