Yeiboh has definitely been on my list for quite some time. I've seen it all over social media, and the food always looked absolutely delicious. So my sister and I decided to finally check it out for brunch. Unfortunately, the experience did not live up to the hype.
Let's start with the atmosphere. It was underwhelming, to say the least. The restaurant is very small. While there is a patio area that accommodates additional guests, the interior felt extremely cramped. More importantly, it was hot, uncomfortably hot. To the point where customers were visibly sweating and even removing layers because of the heat. It made for a very uncomfortable dining experience.
As for service, it was standard. Our waiter wasn't rude or unpleasant, but there was nothing memorable or engaging about the service. No menu recommendations, no guidance, nothing that stood out.
For drinks, we started with the lychee peachy martini, which was enjoyable. For our starter, we ordered the deep-fried strawberry shortcake biscuits. These arrived within five minutes of ordering and were light and enjoyable.
For our mains, we ordered the hotcakes with a side of brown sugar chicken sausage, along with Chef Sammy's shrimp and grits.
The hotcakes were beautifully presented and appeared to be one of the most popular items on the menu, as we saw them delivered to multiple tables throughout our visit. Visually, they looked fluffy, indulgent, and inviting. However, the first bite was disappointing. They were unexpectedly salty, which was surprising for a dish that leans heavily into sweetness. Despite their airy appearance, the pancakes were quite dense. The syrup also carried a subtle saltiness, and the only truly sweet component was the sweet cream on top, which helped make the dish more palatable. Overall, I was not impressed. I barely ate it, took the rest home, and ultimately discarded it.
The brown sugar chicken sausage was extremely sweet, almost candied. I assumed the brown sugar would be subtly infused into the sausage, but it tasted more like a coating. If you enjoy very sweet, candied flavors, you might like it, but it wasn't for me.
Chef Sammy's shrimp and grits was another letdown. When a restaurant labels a dish as a "Chef's" item, expectations are naturally higher, you expect it to represent the best of what the kitchen offers. While they were generous with the shrimp and sausage, the dish lacked flavor. You could smell the Cajun seasoning when it hit the table, but unfortunately, the flavor didn't translate to the palate. It was simply lackluster.
What truly sealed the experience for us was how brunch service ended. Brunch ends at 3:00 PM, and it was very clear they were transitioning for dinner service. Around 2:48 PM, as guests began to leave, it felt like remaining customers were being rushed out. The music, barely noticeable during the entire meal, was suddenly turned up extremely loud. It created an uncomfortable environment and felt unprofessional, as if it was meant to push guests out rather than respectfully close out service.
Overall, I'd rate Yeiboh a 3 out of 10. The food did not meet our expectations, and personally, we won't be returning. While I understand that taste and flavor are subjective and others may have a different experience, this one fell flat for us. Perhaps the dinner menu is stronger than brunch, but I'm not willing to take the risk. read more