Super authentic and yummy. Better than China garden and tasty cafe for Cantonese food. Lunch specials are also more reasonably priced. Food is delicate, not over sauced or salty read more

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What happened tonight at this restaurant was genuinely concerning and honestly unacceptable. We came here for Mother's Day dinner and immediately had a poor experience with service. After being seated, we waited over 10 minutes before we could finally wave someone down just to be greeted and offered water. The more serious issue, however, involved food safety. My younger sister has a severe, life-threatening nut allergy. We ordered several dishes for our family, and one of the soups we received contained peanuts despite there being absolutely no disclosure of peanuts on the menu. At a restaurant where nut usage is apparently common, that is extremely dangerous. Thankfully, my sister was cautious and did not eat any of it because she was worried about cross-contamination. After we raised concerns, we were told that the dishes we ordered "should not" contain nuts and that the chefs wash their utensils and woks after each dish. However, we also learned they reuse the same cooking oil between dishes. If peanut-containing dishes are cooked using that oil and the oil is recycled back into the same supply, there is still a major cross-contamination risk regardless of whether the utensils are washed. What made this worse was the manager's response. Instead of acknowledging the seriousness of undisclosed peanuts and shared cooking oil, my sister was blamed for "not mentioning her allergy," even though a different employee took our order and the menu itself failed to disclose peanuts in the soup. Food allergies are not preferences. For some people, this is literally life or death. Restaurants that use peanuts or peanut oil -- especially with shared oil systems -- should clearly disclose ingredients and properly train staff on allergy safety and cross-contamination. This situation could have gone very differently for another family. read more

Absolutely loved my experience at Tasty Garden! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish we tried was packed with authentic taste, and you can really tell they use quality ingredients. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome from the moment we walked i Definitely one of my new favorite Chinese restaurants in Irvine. Prices are also relatively affordable I'll be coming back again and again! read more

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Been wanting to try Tasty Garden for so long and it didn't disappoint. Their menu is HUGEEE a little overwhelming but it was part of the fun trying to decide what sounded best for everyone. My standout dish was the honey pork chop, it was so flavorful and tender and crispy- I love a sweet marinade on my meats and Tasty Garden did it super well! Would highly recommend this dish. The beef chow fun and sticky rice were also very good, the textures on all the carbs were on point and went well with the honey pork chop. The bok choy we ordered was good for a veggie dish and was a nice break from the oily food. Will definitely be back to try the other menu items next time I'm craving Chinese! It might take a lifetime to get through this menu, but I'm willing to put in the work read more

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Establishment is relaxed, clean and spacious. Staff was professional and courteous. We ordered: 1. Walnut shrimp: well sauced and crispy, sweet crunchy walnuts 2. Peking pork chop: excellent flavoring, very tender 3. Xo string beans: flavorful and tender TLDR: Excellent service, good food, good establishment, great value. Would recommend! read more

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Wow...I've been living in the Irvine area for around 2.5 years and just found out about this restaurant. It's so difficult to find good Cantonese food in Orange County without driving up to SGV or visiting SF. This place really surprised me in terms of quality and authenticity. The honey walnut shrimp is a classic must-get. The shrimp was fresh and abundant. The soft noodle beef chow mein was super addicting without being oily. The filet-mignon style beef was super tender and rich in flavor. Really recommend going with a group if you can so you can share family style and try more dishes. It got pretty busy during dinner time but we were still able to flag down waiters for questions and to order. read more

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This has been one of my goto authentic Chinese food spots for a min. I usually order for take out, i decided to dine and the service was 10/10 for us on this occasion. Really attentive even though theres only like 3 servers for 20 tables. Free refills on hk milk tea and free refills on rice. Their menu is huge, but honestly it's all a hit. I did they pork bone broth with noodles 5/5. Clean flavor and good pork flavor. Baked pork chop has a good sear and is juicy. Also got the curry fired pork cutlet. Reminds me of like Japanese katsu, 5/5. For how fried and crispy it was i was surprised at how tender and juicy it was. read more

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My friend brought me here for the first time and WOW the dishes here are delicious and authentic! I was actually very surprised because it's hard to find good Cantonese restaurants in Irvine. I got the pea shoots as our veggie, honey walnut shrimp, soft noodle beef chow mein, filet mignon style beef, and the salt and pepper pork chops. Everything was really good and service was quick and attentive. Will definitely be back Pea shoots 5/5 - very good especially with the garlic and is very nostalgic for me Honey walnut shrimp 5/5 - classic dish and the shrimp was extra crispy Chow mein 5/5 - so delicious and very easy to eat a lot of Filet mignon 4/5 - it was good but some of the thicker cut pieces were a bit chewy. The smaller pieces were nice and tender though Salt and pepper pork chops 5/5 - perfectly fried with a nice lean pork chop and is generously portioned read more

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Came to Tasty Garden in Irvine and honestly loved everything we ordered. The honey walnut shrimp was my favorite. It was crispy, sweet, and not too heavy at all. The clam soup was super comforting and light, perfect to balance everything out. We also got the crispy noodles with beef, and the noodles stayed crunchy while soaking up the sauce. On top of that, the service was great. The server was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back and would reorder the same dishes again. read more

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Family style Chinese food is served! I had: 1. Salt and Pepper Pork Chop 2. Sautéed String Beans in XO Spicy Sauce 3. Filet Mignon Fried Rice in Special Sauce 4. Fish Fillet in Sweet & Sour Sauce 5. House Special Chicken with Ginger & Scallion read more

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Our search for good Hong Kong style Chinese food continues. This place was packed on Christmas night, taking ~30 minutes for our party of 5 to get seated. We ordered: N1.House Special Ckn(Half): $20.95 (just average) O2.Peking Style Pork Chop: $19.50 (average) R4.Fish Fillet in Sweet & Sour Sauce: $20.50 (my favorite dish) Y13.Seafood Chow Mein: $19.98 (gummy noodles) Y6.Beef w/ Egg Chow Mein: $18.98 (gamey tasting beef) Everything was just average except the noodles. Noodles were poor; they tasted under-cooked and gummy. I didn't even get a second helping and noodles are usually my favorite. People seem to enjoy this place, but it's just not for me! read more

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If you're looking for an authentic Hong Kong Cafe experience, this is the spot. We ordered a mix of our favorite dishes and they did not disappoint. The interior is also super clean and the servers are wonderful! Baked Seafood with Cream Sauce & Noodles: This was pure comfort food. The sauce was rich and silky, and the corn added a nice sweetness that balanced the savory seafood. There was a variety of seafood like fish, scallops, calamari, and shrimp. Beef Chow Fun (Dry Style): The true test of a HK chef! The 'Wok Hei' was incredible--no excess oil at the bottom of the plate, and the rice noodles had that perfect charred flavor. Fried Chicken Wings with Spicy Salt: Perfectly crispy skin with just the right amount of heat and garlic. They were juicy on the inside and addictive on the outside. Honey Pork Chop with Garlic: A great balance of sweet and savory. The garlic really punched through the honey glaze, one of my favorites of the night! Great portions and fast service. Definitely a must-visit for comfort food! read more

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Haven't been here in a while, but still a great place for a casual HK style lunch. Make sure to come early on weekends and be prepared to wait. After about 25 mins, we were seated and promptly greeted. We ordered a few dishes to share amongst ourselves and they were all pretty tasty. The diced chicken with creamy corn rice was a delicious and comforting home style dish. House special chow mein was my favorite dish, as it was filled with veggies and meats/seafood, and wasn't too salty. Wonton soup was good as far as wonton soups go (I don't usually like this dish, so I'm not the best judge of this dish). The restaurant itself was modern, wait staff were friendly and prompt and atmosphere was lively. read more

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Came here for a dinner on a weekday. The service was amazing as they were very attentive and helpful. Our server recommended a cheaper alternative dish as one of the items we selected was out of season and the recommendation was very tasteful and could become a replacement for the original dish for us. He was also attentive as one of our party dropped their chopsticks and he immediately came over with a new pair without us needing to ask. Food was good as always. read more

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We ordered so many different things (Seafood chow mein, honey walnut shrimp, fried calamari and pork chop steak) and EVERYTHING tasted delicious. We did not have a single item that didn't taste fantastic. I'm not even a pork person and their grilled pork chop steak was amazing. read more

A classic Cantonese spot in Irvine with a comfortable dining space and very convenient parking. The restaurant is clean, bright, and great for family meals or casual gatherings. Prices are reasonable for the area, and the portions are satisfying. We especially enjoyed the jumbo shrimp with scallion and ginger and the flavorful stir-fried clams. Overall, a reliable place when you want traditional Chinese comfort food in a relaxed setting. Would come back again. read more

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Tasty Garden is located in a bustling center with a 99 Ranch Market and many other restaurants and shops. We've dined in and ordered takeout on many occasions. It is one of our regular places when we're in the mood for rice or noodles and some side dishes. They are usually reliable for cranking out our to go orders. A family member was ill and we needed to get some takeout, including porridge, a comforting staple. My husband brought home the food and I was astonished at how much it costed for just four items. Additionally, the taste was nothing special. In fact, the vegetables were overcooked and wilted. We were very disappointed and felt let down, especially when we needed to provide a relative with nourishing food. I'm not certain that we will be ordering food from here for a while. Looks like I'll be on the hunt for another place with better offerings and flavors. read more

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The three of us enjoyed our visit on a Sunday evening. They seated us quickly and provided a lot of tasty food! Ate our fill and had enough for lunch next day. The service was occasionally a bit slow. Drinks: chocolate Ovaltine, HK milk tea Lamb with scallion Shrimp and eggs over rice Beef stew over crispy chow mein read more

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They had a pretty large variety of food and very spacious seating. Food arrived pretty fast and i really like their shrimp dishes! the salt and pepper fish was also very yummy and tender and the portion sizes were all pretty big and perfect for sharing read more

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What do Hongkongers miss the most after moving abroad? Of course -- the food. For those of us born and raised in Hong Kong, cha chaan tengs (HK-style diners) hold a special place in our hearts. Today's story is about Tasty Garden in Irvine. From the menu alone, you can already taste home. The big fish tank at the entrance? A symbol of good luck -- and kids' favorite The food? Biased or not, everyone can find something they love. From fusion baked rice and pasta to classic stir-fries, noodles in hot soup, and comforting claypot dishes. Don't forget desserts -- egg waffles, red bean ice, all full of character. Drinks? Everything from classic HK milk tea and red bean ice, to simple lemon sodas and honey drinks. Feels like home -- in every sip and bite. read more

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I really like this HK cafe style restaurant. One of my favorite place to get the cold chicken with ginger scallion sauce. Trust me ask for extra ginger sauce it's so good. I like the variety they have. We tried their Ginseng black chicken soup it's super herbal so don't recommend unless you want that super medicinal tasting medicine. I also got their bitter melon soup it was ok. Their snow peas with garlic needed a bit more salt but it's good they put salt on the side. Would definitely still come back to try everything else read more

You know a Chinese restaurant is good when you see lots of Asian people eating there and a fish tank in front ;) My favorite part about coming to these kinds of restaurants is doing family-style so it's like building my own tasting plate. Sauteed string beans are ALWAYS a must for me. The salt & pepper pork chops came highly recommended but the real sleeper of a dish was the sweet & sour fish fillets. Oh my god, the sauce was to die for. The filet mignon fried rice comes in a stone pot, and topped with a fried egg. And they don't play when it comes to portion sizes here. Thanks for reading! ^-^ read more

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I loved the mapo tofu. It was spicy, but at the same time very flavorful! The honey walnut shrimp was also amazing--the outside was crunchy and the shrimp itself was plump. I also liked the Mongolian beef, chicken wings, and clams! The staff was very friendly as well! read more

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A go to for my Chinese cravings in Irvine. It has both cafe items as well as signature dishes. The wonton noodles are perfect for those cold evening cravings. There are many variations of wonton with different meat selections and every one I've ordered has not disappointed. The size and quantity of the wonton makes this a great choice. The soups should not be overlooked. One of my favorites includes lotus root and pork and is not too salty and the soup has the perfect amount of umami. Service is always friendly and helpful. They also have unlimited milk tea and lemon tea and keep your cups full. read more

Great Chinese food experience here, dishes were made quick and quality authentic items to choose from. We got the black pepper beef and fried crispy pork chops as our main dishes and some shrimp fried rice and crispy fried seafood noodles to pair. Can't go wrong with some Comfort Chinese food. Interior was nice clean and cozy too. Reminds me of a classic Chinese American diner read more

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The Black Pepper Beef Cubes were absolutely delicious! Tender, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of pepper. Definitely one of the best dishes I've had here. Will be coming back for it again! read more

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Haven't been here in a few years, but the food still tastes good. Clean environment with subtitle Chinese music playing. Kitchen cooks were a bit noisy in the back and not much staff working the front. The beef with daikon and beef noodle were very tasty. read more

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Came here to celebrate my dad's birthday the other night. Food is still alright (for the most part) but service was pretty bad. It wasn't packed but the kitchen came out with the food so slow. It came with a couple dishes then lagged on the rest of the food, maybe a dish every 8-10 minutes or so there after. With the last dish coming 50 minutes or so after we ordered and didn't come without prompting. No apologies nor did the staff care. Unfortunately, service has gotten so bad we won't be coming back. It's sad as it was once one of favorite Chinese restaurants in Orange County. read more

Tasty Garden is one of my go-to spots in Irvine for Hong Kong-style cafe food. It's one of the few places in the area that really does these classics well, and it's a great spot to come with friends or family. Here's what we ordered: Beef Chow Fun ($18.50) Great wok hei, not greasy, and full of flavor. This is how I judge a good HK cafe, and this one passed! Honey Pork Chop with Garlic ($19.50) Nice balance of savory and sweet. Very comforting with rice. Fried Chicken Wings with Spicy Salt ($16.95) Super crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Baked Seafood in Cream Sauce with Spaghetti and Corn ($19.50) Rich, creamy, and really comforting. Hong Kong Waffle ($6.95) Crispy outside, fluffy inside. Perfect to share. Lemon Tea ($4.98) Refreshing and not too sweet. Overall, a solid Hong Kong cafe in Irvine with consistent food and a menu that always hits when you're craving HK comfort dishes. read more

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This was my first time trying this Hong Kong style Cantonese restaurant, Tasty Garden in Irvine. Met a new friend for dinner on a Thursday night. There was plenty of parking. As you walk in, it is nice and open with a bar, huge fish tank, charming decor and a cute robot. Tasty Garden delivers classic flavors with a touch of nostalgia. Their French Style Filet Mignon is a must-try, featuring tender, wok-tossed beef cubes with a rich, savory glaze that melts in your mouth. The Clams with basil are so aromatic while the Fried Egg with minced beef over rice is comfort food at its finest, with a creamy yolk and flavorful minced meat. Vegetable lovers, don't miss the sautéed A choy with fried dace and black bean sauce--a unique, umami-packed dish. For dessert, their Waffles with ice cream are delightfully crispy and indulgent. Wash it all down with their refreshing red bean ice or the nostalgic coke float, which is a creamy treat I couldn't get enough of. The food came out in a timely manner. Wonderful customer service. read more

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First time trying this Tasty Garden in Irvine. We used to go to the one in Monterey Park quite a bit before it was closed. The menu is very similar even though I was told the owners are different. For the three of us, we ordered Roti with Curry Sauce, Fried Fish Fillet with Salt and Pepper, Black Pepper Filet Mignon with Fresh Mushrooms, and Braised Green Beans with Minced Pork. Food was rather tasty; I especially liked the fish. The beef was nice and tender, just a bit greasy. The Roti was nice and crispy, but also a bit on the greasy side. The green beans were good. I like the fact that they provide free steamed rice with the entrees and free refills for the drinks. The restaurant is rather spacious and seats are comfortable (we got a booth). Decor is pleasant. Service is okay. Prices are reasonable, read more

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My dad really loves Tasty Garden so we come here quite a bit when we are in the mood for Cantonese food. They do it so well here and everything is tasty. I especially like the cold chicken but honestly I haven't ordered anything here I didn't like. Explore the menu with family and friends and I don't think you will be disappointed. The space is nice and comfortable. Service is fast. Large parking lot. Please come and crest your own experience. read more

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Originally the four of us wanted to try All that Shaba( AYCE) but the wait would be 45 min so my friends decided to go to Tasty Garden next door. It's a Hong Kong style Chinese restaurant which I prefer to American Chinese. It's a cold wet day and we were welcomed warmly by the staff. Quite a big, airy and clean place. Ordered French style filet mignon, egg rolls, fried squid, honey walnut shrimp, S/P pork chops and green beans with sliced fish cake in XO sauce. All the food is tasty, not too salty, no cornstarch gravy(ugh), big American portions, complimentary rice and reasonable prices! Friendly wait staff , dining in a fairly quiet ambiance...our stomachs are very satisfied. Will visit again next year when we go to our ts. read more

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Was excited to try Tasty Garden and was expecting a large portion based on reviews and honestly the price. I ordered takeout for the family and don't get me wrong, the food was tasty, but there was definitely a disconnect with the amount of food received. I get it - inflation, but hot damn this put a dent in my wallet for honestly not too much food. read more

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Excellent Chinese restaurant. Everything was top quality and well-prepared. We shared the green beans with XO sauce. Outstanding. I had the fish filet with Szechuan broth (don't recall the exact name). It had a lot more broth than I was picturing and was more like a soup. Nevertheless it was spicy with all fresh ingredients. Can't wait to go back! read more

Our go to best Chinese cuisine for lunch every week. Food is great though the portions have gotten smaller Service used to be amazing when we had our regular server who now left. Places nice and big and never have to wait. The robot server is cool!! Always order the same stuff Fish w black bean sauce Salt & Pepper Shrimp Salt & Pepper Calamari Stir Fried Green Beans Yummmzzz!! read more

Everything expensive. They charge $10 for a pot of tea without telling in advance. Imitation Hong Kong Cafe food is mediocre to average. 3 times we went there, restaurant was not busy at all . I doubt they will survive. read more

If you're looking for the best Hong Kong place in Irvine this is it! Came in starving and left with leftovers, Tasty Garden is indeed tasty. We were seated right away and had our orders taken promptly. I got the Hong Kong milk tea, honestly a staple here. Complementary waters and all drinks were refilled often, for free! For food it is family style, we got crispy chicken wings, honey walnut shrimp, clam soup, crispy chow mein, and beef fried rice. My favorite was the honey walnut shrimp but the crispy chow mein was a close 2nd! For the price it was amazing all 5 of us ate and had extra to take home! That paired with the array of sauces on the table like sriracha, soy sauce, and crispy chili sauce this place was worth it. They also have a huge fish tank in the entrance which is so cool. The place is spacious and very clean. Definitely worth coming back read more

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I am eating... LALALA Going back home to Orange County might be painful at times because no matter which generation Asian phase you are in, there will always be good Chinese food . Ahh you are FAT! While you are grabbing for honey walnut shrimp . Your hair makes you look homeless ! As you are about to grab last piece of tofu. Why you quit medical school? When you just spotted the best piece of orange chicken. Did you return it back to Costco? Enjoying a tender piece of French Style Beef. My favorite spot in Irvine OC area is Tasty Garden in that plaza with the 99 Ranch off of Culver. I like it because it's basic Chinese fancy but really affordable just in case you need to show off to your parents friends that you will be paying the bill and it won't cost $1k. Maybe less than $200 at the most if you ordered a feast. Love this spot every time I visit and the service is quick! For all of you take out container hoarders, they give out those black plastic containers with a reusable clear lid. read more

Tasty Garden - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irvine, California