Finding a solid $40 dinner for two around Irvine feels almost impossible these days, but Kirin…read moreNoodle House was such a good option since the Big portions, reasonable prices. It's a spot with Sichuan dishes and northern-style noodles, and they're open until 11:30PM, which is great for late-night cravings. We shared the chicken wonton soup, spicy & sour noodles with pork, and Chinese meat pie and it taste good.

I was hunting for a late dinner after an evening flight and stumbled on this spot, which was an…read moreeasy walk from my hotel. The service was super fast, and I was greeted right away. I ordered the braised beef noodle soup and the house special dumplings. The beef noodle soup was delivered exactly what you'd expect: hot soup, chewy noodles, tender chunks of beef, and a nice, spicy kick. The dumplings came out on the lukewarm-to-cold side, and the sauce felt like it was trying to do a baseline audition for every flavor profile at once. Between the sweet, sour, spicy, peanuts, and green onions, it was just a little too chaotic for me. Overall, it's a solid, reliable option if you're in the area and need a quick bite.

A little hole in the wall serving noodles and dumplings. I had the spicy beef soup and rice…read morenoodles. I added a little heat. My eyeballs are sweating. Just the way I like it. Not hot enough to kill my taste buds. Hot enough to be serious. The soup was exactly what I needed. I couldn't get the on line chowbus menu to load properly so the hostess helped me using the take out kiosk. Aries is a great ambassador.

We were gonna go to Frank's Bistro next door with our dogs, but decided to try Frank's dumplings…read morefor a quick, casual lunch. I checked in with the staff if dogs were allowed indoor, which they gracious accepted. Service was so friendly. They even asked if they could offer our dogs something to eat. We got: Shredded tofu skin 4/5 - a little dry Stir-fried green beans 5/5 - green beans were cooked perfectly, not soggy, and slightly crispy spicy wontons 4/5- very very garlicky just to note Green onion pancake 3/5 - did not have strong green onion flavor Garlic spareribs- 4.5/5 -well seasoned Black sesame and peanut filled cookies 5/5 - still my favorite. It is actually not a cookie, but more like a Chinese style pancake. The filling is so yummy! Definitely coming back in the future.

My friend recommended this place and said it was better than Din Tai Fung. I have to admit, I was…read morepleasantly surprised. First off, there was a lot of parking in this hidden strip mall. When we got there, there was a little bit of a wait, about 10 minutes. The menu was digital and we were able to order from the table from our phone. The service was good, the restaurant was clean and had quite a few tables there. The bathroom was located upstairs, the key was by the register at the front. The scallion pancake was good but I've had better. The dan dan noodles were really tasty, it was like a mix of spicy noodles with peanut noodles and I'm definitely down for that. The XLB was juicy and oh so delicious. The spicy wontons were fresh tasting. The beef rice cake was great but I wish it had a little kick to it. I was a little surprised that it had an assortment of proteins in it.

Hidden gem for sure. Got recommended by a co-worker and it was definitely worth checking out. It's…read morea cute little spot tucked into the plaza with cozy vibes. We had just gotten back from China and were craving Chinese food, so this totally hit the spot haha. We ordered the beef stew soup noodles, fried pan pork dumplings, and string beans and everything was delicious! One thing we liked was how they had QR code ordering and easy mobile payment. It reminded us of being back in China with how convenient everything was. The prices were also more affordable compared to places like Din Tai Fung. Overall, a solid spot with good food & easy ordering. 100% would come back again.

I just ate here and was thinking it's good and I should leave a review letting people know about…read moreit. Then I got an email from yelp asking if I ate here and would like to leave a review? well yes I did, and yes I do! The food is very cleanly and well prepared, good fresh ingredients and flavors. not like the other places which often tastes dirty or there's something off about it. its kind of light, clean, bright. enjoyed it for lunch, I recommend you try.

I had this place on my Yelp list so my wife and I decided to try it out for dinner. Located in a…read moresmall strip mall next to other restaurants with some tables for dining in. Upon entering we were warmly greeted. We ordered the Shrimp Spring Rolls for an appetizer and decided to order their recommended District 5 House Special Vermicelli which included grilled shrimp, bbq chicken and egg rolls. Everything was so tasty and fresh! They had just made the fish sauce and it was warm and fragrant. The contrast of the crisp egg rolls, smoky chicken and fresh lettuce with the sweet and sour garlic sauce all melded well. They also provide very reasonable lunch specials from 10am-3pm. We'll be back!

Pho was amazing, the spring rolls were delicious with the dipping sauce! The restaurant was packed,…read morebut service was still on point! My server was so considerate and asked if we needed extra noodles because we only ordered one bowl of pho. Will def come here again!

I walked into SUP Noodle Bar not entirely sure what to expect from a Vietnamese-Peruvian fusion…read morespot, but I am so glad I checked it out! To get a taste of both worlds, I ordered the popular shrimp and sausage garlic noodles and the rib bone pho. The shrimp and sausage garlic noodles were garlicky greatness. It came with a side of aji sauce, but the noodles were already so loaded with flavor on their own that I didn't even think they needed it! As for the rib bone pho, it absolutely lived up to the menu description. The meat came clean off the bone. Usually, rib bone pho can skew a bit too heavy and fatty, but this broth was incredibly balanced. I actually found myself enjoying the natural flavor without immediately reaching for the hoisin sauce. Plus, a major bonus: they offer unlimited noodle refills! Service was fast, super friendly, and they checked in on us often.

It's been a while since my last visit to Hanbop, and after my recent visit, I now want to go more…read moreregularly! I was able to go in during lunch to get the lunch special price. The price has gone up since I last posted a picture of the menu but I think that it is still SUCH a steal for the amount of food and quality. I ordered the beef short rib lunch special and was amazed by how much food arrived! The preview pic on the menu did not do the actual meal size justice. I was surprised by the amount of short rib pieces included as well as the variety of side dishes within the bento (fried shrimp, dumpling, some sort of fried roll, 2 pieces of another roll, 2 pieces fried chicken and soup). This is still separate from the regular banchan they provide! I really love their kimchi and potato salad. There are plenty of seats in the restaurant and parking spots in the plaza. There were a lot of solo diners at the time of my visit. The workers are friendly and quick with your order and refills. Can't wait to go back!

I have been on a Bibimbop eating streak of late...You must try this place in Lake Forest if you…read morelike Bibimbop. No need to go all the way to Irvine. It's situated in the same shopping center as Albertson's. The banchan (side dishes) served was delicious & just enough but you can always ask for more. Your bibimbop is served with small side of soup. It's filling. Will definitely be returning!

I'm from LA, and I can honestly say this spot is unmatched! Finding a place that balances quality,…read moreportion size, and price this well is rare. I ordered the XL Pho, and it did not disappoint. Packed with plenty of protein, and the broth was super flavorful--everything ties together perfectly. For the amount of food you get and the quality of the ingredients, the price is unbeatable. The staff is super nice but some are not that attentive. but i really appreciated that they let us sit exactly where we preferred. It's a pretty calm and peaceful environment too for a smaller space, It wasn't noisy, which made for a really enjoyable, relaxing meal. If you're in Lake Forest, i suggest you to check this place out! Highly recommend for anyone looking for authentic, top-tier pho.

I came here with my in-laws for a late night dinner as they're always on the hunt for a great, non…read morehomemade pho option. They're definitely tougher critics than I am (as I don't have grandparents/family recipes to compare them to) but I'm always happy to tag along with them. The interior of the restaurant is small and I could see that it could be a bit tough to move around if they're busy. They also have little to no waiting area inside so if you aren't seated right away, chances are you'll be hanging outside in the parking lot. But we were there when the restaurant was maybe 1/3 full and we could move around easily & not feel like we were talking over other guests. The wait staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, but not so much so that it felt like they were trying to move us along with everything. I appreciated that. The menu is quite extensive. Yes, Pho is in the name but there are plenty of other Vietnamese options. I opted for the shaken beef plate. I wanted to get the version with fries, but my wife accidentally told the woman in Vietnamese that I wanted just the regular version. I guess I'll have to come back another time to see how it compares to one of my favorite dishes: Peruvian lomo saltado. However, I will say the standard plate I was served was delicious. Everything was well seasoned & cooked perfectly. Definitely one of the best bò lúc lắc dishes I've had in a restaurant in awhile. We had a good meal. My in-laws said the pho was fine. I think it tasted good. Our 3 kids slurped their bowls all up so that's a great sign. In all, if we're in the El Toro area & want some Vietnamese food, we'll absolutely be back.

A family owned business that has been a great addition to the Lake Forest community. My boyfriend…read moreand I come here at least 2 times a week. The chokehold their food has on us is crazy because we can't get enough of it! I was born in Vietnam so I'm especially a tough critic when it comes to Vietnamese food and Pho King Way never disappoints. The uncle that is the only server and register has been so hospitable. He deserves a raise!! Check this place out, you won't be disappointed :)

The name of this restaurant is fun and is probably why this place gets so much business. I order…read moreegg noodle and did not enjoy it as much. The vegetables were good, crispy and fresh tasting. I thought the broccoli was delicious. But overall I think I'm use to a thicker noodle and kind of threw off a bit. For the price, I feel like I should have gotten more or the price should have been a bit cheaper. The service was good, but I just ordered it to go.

Came for an evening meal. Thought the food was just ok. Sauce for curry's were very good but the…read morechicken was that poor quality then chicken that tasted par cooked since it was chewy. I was stunned they charged extra for steamed rice that I would have got with the meal. Been to many Thai restaurants and this one seems that maybe it caters to hotel crowd that are stuck here vs locals. To bad

This is a small shop, but it feels very clean and welcoming, and the owner seemed genuinely kind…read more We ordered takeout and got the beef shank panaeng curry with roti and the chicken pad see ew. Both dishes were delicious. The curry was rich and flavorful, and the beef was stewed beautifully until tender. The roti was a little on the greasy side, but still enjoyable. The pad see ew was especially good and very satisfying. One thing to note: even the mild spice level had a noticeable kick in both dishes, so keep that in mind if you are sensitive to spice. Overall, a really solid Thai spot that I would happily return to.

5 out of 5 stars. Long Noodle delivered. Service was fast and the food came out even faster. The…read morenoodles were cooked to perfection and had that perfect chewy bite. The buns were fresh and honestly a 10 out of 10. Such an easy spot to love. I will definitely be back.

This is gonna be a mixed review. Few days ago we ordered the beef tomato noodle soup and also the…read morebeef wrap super happy with it. Although it's not the best beef wrap that I've had, but it does hit the spot. Today I went for a wonton noodle soup. Honestly, I wouldn't order again next time because number one the meat is too dense and not soft enough. The wonton skin is nice. I discovered that they actually have two type of noodles depending on what comes in through the order. One is more flat and the other is more round. I prefer the round one that came with beef noodle soup the other day but they told me it just depends on what comes in and every day could be different. I do recall in the past that I've tried their buns and was not impressed.