Mark Wiens

"The soup broth had an incredibly smooth flavor, not too beefy and not too gamey tasting, but just a really clean meat flavor, and a slight aroma of Chinese herbs.The soup broth was honestly good enough to be eaten with no additions or any extra condiments at all."

Jay Friedman

"The soup is a little clearer than I like, but high quality, and I enjoyed alternating between bites of shank and tendon—which was rich and filling."

Jeffrey Lin

"What makes Lin Dong Fan so good is their broth. In addition, the beef is tender with just the right amount of toughness and chewiness that it really goes down nicely."

Dave Tacon

"Best bowl: Beef noodle and tendon soup ($6). The soup is already delicious but if you like you can add a dollop of the house beef butter to give it a spicy kick."