My family and I stopped in for Tuesday lunch, and I was pleasantly surprised by how lively it was, there were quite a few tables for a weekday afternoon. We ordered the mapo tofu with beef, kung pao chicken, and the dongpo pork belly with preserved vegetables. I was impressed with the authentic flavors and quality. The pork belly melts in your mouth exactly as it should. Mapo tofu delivered the ideal mala (numbing and spicy) kick that wasn't overly spicy. As for the kung pao chicken, at first I thought the peanuts seemed a bit underdone but the flavor was so aromatic. The prices were very reasonable for the quality and portion size. Would be happy to come back! read more

Meizhou Dongpo - Dongpo pork belly with preserved vegetables - Szechuan Near Me - Irvine, California

Went to Meizhou today for my brother's birthday and was surprised by a few things. First, we found out the restaurant is changing ownership, so there are a few things worth noting about the current dining experience. Some menu items are being discontinued, my rice came out cold, and a few of the decor choices seemed a little tacky. Meizhou is a great option for special occasions because the interior feels upscale and is one of the nicer-looking restaurants in the area. Today, we ordered the Sichuan Cold Noodles, Vegetable Fried Rice, Angus Beef Filet With Black Pepper, Chicken Pot-Stickers (six pieces), Dongpo Pork Belly With Preserved Vegetable, Garlic Stir-Fried A Choy and white rice. Unfortunately, the white rice came out cold, almost as if it had been sitting in the refrigerator. Thankfully, our server replaced it immediately, but it was still an odd experience. My favorite dish here is the Angus Beef Filet With Black Pepper. The meat is high quality, and the flavors are perfectly balanced. Meizhou is also well-known for its duck. We didn't order it today, but the half duck is always another great option! The meat practically melts in your mouth, which is one of my favorite things about it. Service has always been hit or miss here, so I think your experience really depends on which server you get. I love the food overall, although some dishes feel overpriced for the portion sizes. That said, the quality of the food is generally great. One last thing I noticed today, which isn't a huge deal but stood out to me, was a cup in the women's restroom containing a hairbrush, toothpaste and a toothbrush for customers to use. For a restaurant with such an upscale atmosphere, this felt a little out of place and tacky. Overall, Meizhou is definitely worth trying if you love duck or are looking for a nicer restaurant for a special occasion. I still enjoy the food here, but I'm curious to see how things change under the new ownership! read more

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I live across the street from this plaza and I finally made it here. The interior of Meizhou is quite nice when you enter. Service was attentive. The menu is vast, and a bit overwhelming. A lot of the items are on the spicy side, so definitely pay attention to that if you are not used to this. We shared a ton of items for a party of 3,and we definitely over ordered. We ordered a bunch of things that all came out at various times. Wok fried string beans, kung pao chicken, shrimp fried rice, spicy black fungus, chicken pot stickers, spicy beef in chili oil, dan dan noodles, mongolian beef and sichuan dumplings. Kung pao chicken was lacking a bit of taste, but mongolian beef was much better. The dan dan noodles were a bit of a let down (not a lot of meat on top) and the rest of the dishes had decent flavor. The sliced beef was very tasty and the dumplings definitely had good chili oil at the bottom. We ended with Coconut almond mochi cake, which needed some kind of condensed milk drizzle (pro tip, you can ask for this) Not sure I would run back here, but I am glad to have tried it. I think Paradise dynasty would probably be a better choice for me flavor wise next time. read more

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Traditional yet upscale Chinese restaurant, focused on the roasted duck, their signature dish. This place easily accommodates large groups for semi-formal settings. I particularly enjoyed their fish, which was fried and prepared in a way that I've never had before. Portions are very large to accommodate large groups. The whole duck easily serves six people. Service is impeccable, and they switch to clean plates halfway through the meal. read more

Meizhou Dongpo - Szechuan Near Me - Irvine, California

Came inside on a whim after trying to go to multiple restaurants that had long wait times and passing by this. Glad we ended up here! The restaurant is large and service is quick so we waited just 5 mins for a table on a Saturday night. It has traditional look inside although the booth seating could use some updating as it seemed to have tape or something. My partner always wanted to try the classic dongpo braised pork belly. They do an individual portion here and I didn't realize it also comes with rice and picked mustard greens. It's the perfect size to try this dish and it's very hearty. It's a bit sweeter tasting here but tender. It comes with a spoon because you should be able to just cut into it with that. I also tried a seasonal item of tofu with crab roe. It was fresher tasting than I had expected. It was lightly seasoned and not too fishy. It had the grittiness of the crab roe and head along with some shrimp I believe. I think I would've liked a bit more flavor. With my leftovers, I added chili crisp to it the next day and it was great. Beef chow fun was amazing. It had the perfect flavor, rice noodles were tender and not all clumped up with some noodles seasoned and other not. It tasted like fresh noodles and had that wonderful wok hei flavor. Definitely a must order. This place is known for the duck but my partner does not enjoy it unfortunately. I will have to try it one day! read more

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Craving Peking duck so badly, so went straight to Meizhou Dongpo! Loved the roast duck with cucumber & scallions, plus the Dongpo pork belly !love the fattiness! Also tried the spicy chili stir-fried chicken . Great food, fresh dishes, and a beautiful interior! 想食鴨加東坡肉？一定要嚟!!! IG: socalhkfoodies read more

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Great service! Large round tables with lazy Susan, perfect for sharing. Modern Asian vibe - a packed house with large families. All our choices were absolutely delicious! This place is worth going out of your way to visit! We will be back. read more

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Our favorite place for Peking Duck in Orange County. They are very consistent with their duck quality and it comes with the thin pancake wrappers individually separated so it's easy to peel apart when you are wrapping your duck. We added a Duck soup this recent visit, and it's a small bowl meant for 2-3 people but can be shared by more if you just want a taste. I've been here many times with friends for birthday celebrations and everyone goes home full and happy. We always order the full Duck and the other dishes will vary based on who I'm eating with. My favorite is the Serrano Pepper beef and Dongpo pork. My friends like the eggplant (which is delicious but very oily), the mapo tofu with beef, and the sweet & sour fish (not my favorite because it's all fried and can't really taste the fish...but it is beautifully presented). They are very accommodating when you bring your own birthday cake, and will store it for you, bring you plates, forks, knife, and lighter for the candles. They also allow you to bring home the duck bones if you ask. Then I get to enjoy my own duck soup at home the next day! read more

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August 7, 2026 Approx. 6 PM OVERVIEW: There are literally almost 2000 reviews on this establishment already. So I'll try to be short and candid. PROS: - This is the BEST Chinese restaurant in Irvine - Thus said, it's upscale, with an upscale clientele, upscale atmosphere and upscale pricing. - Like others have already said, the Peking Duck is their pièce de résistance. Order it if you want the full dining experience here. - They treat their guests very well CONS: - Upscale pricing SUMMARY; Come here on special occasions like a date, business dinner or party. The more the merrier !!! read more

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The service is always excellent!!!!! The food is good but overpriced in my opinion. A super reliable eat and you know what youre getting, but if you wanna save a couple bucks look elsewhere. The interior is great with ample and comfortable seating and its always a joy to eat here. read more

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Meizhou Dongpo isn't like your typical Chinese Restaurant and you can taste the difference in the food! We ate here on a Sunday around 12 pm and it was barely starting to fill up with people. We ordered chicken potstickers, wonton soup, chicken fried rice, mongolian beef, & the crispy duck. Everything was flavorful & cooked right. The food also wasn't too oily either. I will say though price range is a tad bit higher than what i'd like to pay for, but i get it for the quality you get. Overall, I would like to come back and try different menu items. read more

Meizhou Dongpo - Chicken Pot-Sticker鸡汁锅贴, Mongolian Beef 葱爆牛肉, stir-fried rice noodles with beef, chicken fried rice - Szechuan Near Me - Irvine, California

We went here with a fairly large party and the inside was clean and had a modern design. The service was alright, we spent awhile trying to flag someone down to get our order. They also brought out our food in a weird order where the vegetables came at the end. We also were the only table without a lazy susan, so it made it uncomfortable to share dishes with everyone passing the dishes around. We ordered the whole duck, but compared to other restaurants, you are definitely not getting the entire duck. The flavor on the duck is average too, not super flavorful. The best dishes of what we got was the pork belly with preserved veggies which was cooked well and very tender. We also enjoyed the mapo tofu with beef. It has a sichuan spice flavor to it but definitely flavorful. The chili oil here is good! We also enjoyed the green beans and fried rice. read more

Meizhou Dongpo - Meizhou Roast Duck Combo (whole) Not pictured other half - Szechuan Near Me - Irvine, California

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What's a staycation without checking out some new and memorable eats? I've been wanting to try Peking duck for quite some time, and this was actually my first experience with it. After doing some research, I was led here -- and the reviews definitely steered me in the right direction. The meal was delicious. From the crispy yet succulent duck to the perfectly prepared eggplant and comforting soup, every dish felt thoughtfully made with care and pride. Their menu is extensive, featuring a wide variety of Sichuan and Northern Chinese specialties, so there's plenty to explore beyond the signature dishes. The interior design and overall ambiance added to the experience and made you feel transported to China. Service was attentive throughout the meal, and parking was plentiful, which is always a plus in Irvine. My one piece of constructive feedback is that the menu does feel a bit overpriced. Still, the quality, atmosphere, and overall experience made it a worthwhile visit. read more

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I came here specifically for the peking duck and it did not disappoint! I love how juicy and flavorful it was and it was not dry at all. I also really enjoyed the orange chicken which was the perfect crispiness and the Mongolian beef, which was so tender and had plenty of onions! The soup dumplings are the perfect bites of juicy flavor. read more

Meizhou Dongpo - Szechuan Near Me - Irvine, California

i came here with my friends on a tuesday evening and were seated pretty quickly! the dining room was decorated sooo nicely, which was cool. i LOVE spicy food--especially the mala that you can get in sichuan cuisine, so this place was an absolute hit with me! they're known for their peking duck (which we didn't get this time, but plan to next time) and authentic sichuan dishes, and they definitely delivered. the mapo tofu was a crowd favorite at our table! nom-list: - dandan noodles - wok fried string beans - mapo tofu (with beef) - wonton soup - dongpo pork belly with preserved vegetable - meizhou fried rice (shrimp) - fried buns with condensed milk instagram: @mndys.world read more

Meizhou Dongpo - Szechuan Near Me - Irvine, California

This is definitely my favorite spot to get peking duck! The duck was crispy, flavorful, and the highlight of the meal. The service was amazing and the restaurant itself is decorated beautifully. read more

Meizhou Dongpo - Szechuan Near Me - Irvine, California

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Amazing place for literally the best roast duck and flavorful szechuan dishes. Roast duck comes in half and full sizes. They serve it on a plate with candle underneath to keep it warm. Duck skin was crispy and oils melt in your mouth. This comes with cucumber, sugar, hoisin sauce, spring onion. You get this paper-thin wrap to wrap duck and veggie filling in to eat. We also tried stirred fry pea sprouts which was not overly salty, soft but has some crunch. Ate this with brown rice - which was average and nothing special. Highly recommend the bang bang chicken. Although chilled, deeply flavored with szechuan spice. There's tofu skin, fungus/woodear mushroom, peanuts with this. Chicken is not dry but not moist. read more

Nice atmosphere, yet food is a bit underwhelming. Visited with my cousins for lunch earlier this month when I was in Southern California. For 3 people, we chose the $105 lunch special which included their Meizhou roast duck, steamed garlic shrimp with vermicelli noodles and cordyceps, and wok fried green beans. Also added an additional dish, their beef filet with black pepper ($30) as well. Technique and wok hei is there, yet flavor and seasoning was lacking for my taste and what I'd expect for this type of regional/specialty cuisine. Can be a bit pricey for what you get food-wise. But I did enjoy and appreciate the inside decor and theme of a Chinese library/calligraphy study room. Located in a 99 Ranch grocery shopping plaza with plenty of parking. read more

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I'm honestly impressed by the quality and price here. We got the Peking duck combo along with the ribs and fish, and the total worked out to around $30 per person. They have several dishes for just $9.90, which is an amazing deal for the portion and flavor. Everything we ordered was fresh, colorful, and full of flavor. It's the kind of place where you can order a lot of different dishes without spending a fortune. And knowing that the restaurant has been featured by Michelin for three years in a row makes it even more impressive. Whether you're coming with family or a group of friends, this is definitely a place I would recommend. Great food + great value! The two reviews now cover the same highlights from different angles, with  one emphasizing the food experience and the other focusing on value and variety for a more natural pair of Yelp posts. read more

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Good upscale ambiance for a Chinese restaurant. They have a good variety of specialty and regional menu items. Prices are higher than other restaurants but it's good for groups or special occasions. The mapo tofu was my favorite of what we had. read more

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Came here for lunch with friends, and the Peking duck did not disappoint! The skin was crazy crispy, and the sweet bean sauce was just right--not overly salty at all. The wrappers came out nice and warm, thin enough but didn't tear easily. We also got the Couple's Lung Slices (夫妻肺片) and the duck soup/three-way, which were super flavorful. Just a heads up: this place gets super packed around lunchtime! We had to wait quite a bit, so definitely call ahead or get on the waitlist early if you can. read more

Meizhou Dongpo - Szechuan Near Me - Irvine, California

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Overall, we had a pretty good experience. The Meizhou Roasted Duck was good and we really enjoyed it. The Stir-Fried Mushrooms were definitely our favorite dish -- they were really good and something we would order again. The Wok-Fried String Beans were okay, but I felt like they needed a little more flavor. The duck soup was okay as well. The staff were friendly, and the restaurant had a really nice ambiance. The setting felt welcoming and elegant, and everything was very clean, including the restroom. Overall, we enjoyed our experience and would definitely come back, especially for the mushrooms and roasted duck! read more

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What a great place! The inside is super cute and the booths are nice. They have a divider for privacy. The chopsticks holder is so cute! It's a little panda! lol The Peking duck is so yummy! We got a whole duck and you can also ask to take the rest of the duck home that they don't cut up! It's delicious. And they bring it out to you with a candle under the duck so it stays warm! The wood ear mushroom dish was so so so good!!! Yum! ‍ And the waiters were super nice! Great place overall! read more

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Food was decent, we spend 300$ for two prople and have some left over to bring home, price was not the best for food quality. all of the picture I put is add up to 300 buck, fish and rice was ok, and duck was mehh at least server and ambience is nice read more

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I honestly did not expect to be this impressed walking into this restaurant. The first thing I noticed was how beautiful the space was -- it felt so elevated and elegant, and even the waiters' uniforms added to the whole experience. It felt like such a nice atmosphere for a Chinese restaurant in Irvine. We ordered the half duck along with several other dishes and everything came out beautifully presented. The duck was definitely the highlight and made the whole table excited when it arrived. I loved that the dishes felt thoughtfully prepared and not just like your average Chinese takeout-style food. Beyond the food, the overall experience was what stood out to me. The decor, attention to detail, and the vibe made it feel like a special night out rather than just grabbing dinner. Definitely a place I would come back to when I'm craving a nicer Chinese dining experience. read more

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I was able to get a reservation for Sunday lunch here without any hassle. After checking in with the host, we waited about 5 minutes before they took us to our table. Food was delicious! We had a feast and everything we ordered was so good. read more

Yummy duck!!! Beautifully decorated besides the chairs benches being scratched up. I came on saturday during peak lunch and it wasnt busy. We were seated right away and food came out fairly quick. They actually forgot to give us the duck soup we ordered and charged us for it but we were able to get that removed. Definately recomend the peking duck because they give some juicy slices. I also got the spicy fish dish but there wasnt many fish chunks in the dish as I expected. read more

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Honestly hands down best service we've ever had! Shout out to Tayt!!! Waiters are super attentive and gave us the best recommendations. We ordered stir fry noodles, garlic stir fry a choy, half duck combo, xiao long bao, serrano pepper beef, duck soup, oxtail soup, and chicken potstickers! Everything was a solid 8-10 out of 10. I'll definitely be back with other friends and family! Interior is beautiful as well! read more

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this traditional chinese restaurant serves so many delicious dishes along with THE best roasted duck. the duck is perfectly fatty and sliced so delicately. the string beans were nice and garlicky with a slight hint of spice. the noodles and wonton soup were so comforting and perfect for sharing. i would highly recommend the brown sugar rice cakes for dessert as well. service here is so fast and it's perfect for large groups! read more

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Their duck pancakes was the star of the show! So tender, juicy, and flavorful! Some of their other dishes I felt like nothing else really stood out to me. But would definitely come back for the duck. I would recommend letting the duck heat up on the plate before eating! The service was just ok to me and the cleanliness was a bit poor (dirty floors and chairs). read more

Had a lovely experience eating here for lunch. We had shrimp (delicious), Dan Dan noodles (spicy and flavorful - also you can order per person - yes!) and of course the crispy Peking duck. Love live love the duck- totally worth it! Restaurant was clean and full of people. Server was nice but the food was a stand out experience read more

Every single dish is great. Very polite and great service. I been to both Irvine and Arcadia locations. This Irvine one is way way way better in service. Highly recommend for birthdays and some good eats with the parents or elders. read more

If you are ever in Irvine and love authentic Chinese cuisine, a visit to Meizhou Dongpo needs to be on your list. The restaurant is beautifully appointed and the staff is quick and efficient. Their Dongpo Pork and Roast duck are among my favorite. I also had the wood ear mushrooms and the spicy chicken were also excellent. I've been here numerous times and it always is a treat. read more

This is one of the nicer Chinese restaurants in Irvine. It's part of a chain from China, with a menu that looks like a photo book. Known for Peking Duck, fried whole fish and tofu soup. It's always better to go with a group so you can order more dishes to try. The appetizers are usually good too - standouts including avocado, cucumber and bang bang chicken. read more

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5 stars before I even ate the duck. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive, letting us know that the duck would take 25 mins so that we could order it right away. Everything was great! The a choy was fresh and full of garlicky goodness. Dan dan noodles had a good spice. And the star of the show was the duck - crispy skin with tender meat. Wish it would've come with baos instead of pancakes but other than that, a great meal. Came on a Friday evening, without a wait, as there's is quite a bit of seating. Ambiance is on the fancier side, great for a family gathering. read more

Meizhou Dongpo - Marinated Crispy Duck 1/2 - Szechuan Near Me - Irvine, California

My bestie loves to spoil me for my birthday, so as a special treat, we decided to go all out and ordered 6+ dishes for just the two of us. Unfortunately, the food was a major disappointment, especially for what we spent. The duck was nowhere near as crispy as it should have been, and the pork belly with pickled cabbage was not tasty at all. We tried several dishes hoping something would stand out, but the only thing I really enjoyed was the fried rice. A $250 lunch for two should have been an amazing birthday meal, but sadly, the food just didn't live up to the price or expectations. Disappointed, especially since this was supposed to be a special birthday treat. We literally left, and went to another restaurant to eat. read more

Came here expecting a high-end Chinese dining experience based on the pricing -- and it definitely charges like one. Overall, the meal was okay, but a bit hit or miss. A lot of the dishes tasted like they relied pretty heavily on MSG to boost flavor. Everything was bold, but also on the saltier, heavier side, which made it hard to enjoy too many dishes at once. They're known for their Peking duck, but at around $100 for a whole duck, it feels pretty steep. It's good, but not mind-blowing enough to justify the price for me. We tried a few other dishes too. The green beans were stir-fried very dark and somehow still tough. The pork belly with bamboo was way too salty. The noodles were actually tasty with a nice texture -- but again, very salty. The restaurant seems to lean into spicy dishes, which helps mask some of that heavy seasoning. Service was fine, nothing bad -- but for a place that presents itself as upscale, I expected more frequent plate changes and table attention. Dessert was fried mochi. It was good and satisfying, just nothing particularly special. Overall, if you enjoy strong, salty, punchy flavors, you might like this place more than we did. For the price point, I was hoping for a little more balance and refinement. read more

Guys there's lobster with black peppercorn sauce and yeemein that's not on the menu! Make sure to ask your server for it! Highly recommend it! read more

One of the best Chinese restaurants I have been to. Everything was well seasoned and nicely prepared and FAST! My favorite was the peanut chicken. The sauce was so tasty! They are known for their duck... next time... The dessert with the Rick cakes and brown sugar was delicious too. Crunchy rice cake on the outside with a sweet and gooey inside with brown sugar sauce and peanut topping was a nice end to a flavorful dinner. read more

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I feel the taste of their dishes has declined over the years. Tends to be saltier and unstable. Service and ambiance are as amazing as usual. Wonder if they changed the chef..... read more

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