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Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe, located at 86 Bedford St, Boston, MA 02111, is a must-visit restaurant for anyone craving authentic Chinese food, particularly hand-pulled noodles and unique flatbread sandwiches. Nestled in the vibrant Downtown Boston area, this eatery is known for its delicious and affordable dishes, making it a popular choice among locals and tourists alike.

At Gene's, diners can indulge in a variety of flavorful options, including:

Hand-pulled noodles, known for their satisfying chew and rich flavors.

Cumin lamb noodles, a favorite among spicy food lovers.

Xi'an cold noodles, perfect for a refreshing meal.

Pork flatbread, made with a sweet five spice blend.

Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe is conveniently located within walking distance of several T stations, making it easily accessible for visitors exploring Boston. The restaurant is situated near notable landmarks such as the Chinatown Gate, which adds to the cultural experience of dining here. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, Gene's offers a unique taste of Chinese cuisine in the heart of Downtown Boston.

Gene's provides a casual dining atmosphere with the following amenities:

Cash-only payment option, ensuring a quick transaction.

This low-key counter offers hand-pulled noodles, flatbread sandwiches & other unique Chinese dishes.

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Delicious, well priced, and located within walking distance of several T stations (

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4.2/5 Lamb Hand Pulled Noodle Soup - super thick noodles with  a very satisfying chew! Wish it were a more generous portion of lamb with less fatty portions

Would consider coming back to try their flatbread!

Visited around 6pm on a weeknight, not realizing they close at 6:30pm. Plenty of seating a couple blocks down by the Chinatown Gate if its a nice enough day to sit outside!

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Gene's Flatbread is hands down my favorite lunch spot in Boston. All the food there is amazing and my favorites are Xi'an cold noodles and the cumin lamb noodles.

As a spicy food lover, something I especially like about Gene's is that they don't tone down the heat. Their extra spicy dishes are some of the hottest food I've found at any restaurant in the Boston area. And if you don't like spicy food then I recommend the pork flatbread instead, which is made with a sweet five spice blend instead!

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A hole-in-the-wall that gives hole-in-the-walls a bad name - the space is falling apart, it's just barely clean, the service is disinterested. The famed hand-pulled noodles with spicy cumin lamb have good flavor, but the noodles are so thick and chewy they're bordering on unpleasant and undercooked.

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I went to Gene’s Flatbread based on recommendations and reviews and I was severely disappointed, especially as someone who loves hand torn noodles. I got the cumin lamb hand torn noodles and it was mostly a bowl of carrots with a small amount of noodles and greasy lamb that lacked flavor and heat for being so called spicy. I also got the lamb flatbread and that was nothing, but a pile of grease with yet again no flavor. Save your money and try other spots. The place felt a bit dirty as well.

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Explore the vibrant heart of Boston at Gene's Chinese Flatbread Cafe, a culinary gem nestled along Bedford Street. Here, the tantalizing aroma of freshly steamed dumplings and sizzling stir-fries beckon food lovers from near and far. The cafe's cozy setting, adorned with simple decor, welcomes diners into a world where each dish is a work of art, crafted with passion and authenticity. Gene's Flatbread Cafe is not just a restaurant; it's a journey through the culinary traditions of Northern China, particularly known for its beloved hand-pulled noodles and delightful flatbreads.

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