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If life feels a little spicy lately, YONNY Fish With You in Irvine will somehow make it better... by making it even spicier. They're known for their authentic Sichuan sauerkraut fish, and honestly, the broth is so rich, sour, and comforting that it feels like emotional support soup. The fish is super tender, the portions are huge, and suddenly sharing food becomes a trust exercise. People also love the crispy fried pork, stirred fried chicken, sliced beef sauerkraut and grilled octopus that somehow disappear before the table can agree to order another one. They're open until 1:30 AM too, because apparently healing and spicy food decisions both happen after midnight. Overall, it's the perfect spot for late-night cravings, catching up with friends, or quietly recovering from the week with a bowl of spicy happiness. read more

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Their soups are delicious and very big portions to share with your group. The Stir fried chicken is my favorite as it has so much flavor and i would definitely order it again. The service was quick and very attentive , even though they're a newer restaurant. They are running it well, can't wait to see it do as well as the Rowland Heights location. The ambiance is good, it's a smaller place but it has plenty of 4-6 tables for decently sized parties. read more

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Our first time visiting Yonny. Tried the traditional laotan fish - i really enjoyed the flavor, kind of sour, but not too much. It went well with rice. The stir fried chicken was also very flavorful and tender. Efficient service read more

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Came here because my friend recommended this place and it was good! I got the scallion suancai with snakehead as the fish. The broth was flavorful and the fish was smooth and tender. Very generous portions and service is good! They also gave complimentary drinks which was a nice bonus! read more

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Yonny is a Chinese chain famous for their suancai fish aka sauerkraut fish (which sounds kind of weird until I realized it was just fish with pickled cabbage). I came for lunch and was surprised to see that the restaurant was completely full, even though they just opened a few weeks ago. I ordered their most popular dish - Traditional Laotan Suancai Fish. It had a one pepper spice level, so I was a little worried it might be too much for me, but it turned out to be perfect. The regular bowl looks deceptively large and is a generously portioned for one person. Rice, either white or purple, comes with it. Loved the flavor of the dish. You can get it with basa fish or pay $2 for snakehead (I chose basa and was perfetctly happy). If you like that numbing peppercorn experience, there's their second most popular dish, the Green Peppercorn Suancai Fish (two pepper spice level), perfect for my husband. Service was attentive (though there are some kinks - they brought by a couple of dishes that weren't ours). The restaurant is very clean, bright and modern. They did a great job of remodeling the dark Indian restaurant that was here previously. While we were eating, my husband was already thinking about what he was going to order on our next visit. Yonny was the best meal I've had in a long time. Look forward to going back! read more

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this place is such a hidden gem! i think i found my new comfort meal favorite. the suancai fish soups are so aromatic and perfectly sour, very tangy. the soups come with so many toppings for such a good price. one bowl could feed 3-4 people honestly it's a huge portion. i will definitely be coming back! (also got to practice my chinese which was fun) read more

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Big fan of Fish With You and we were thrilled when this opened so that we could try the spicy oil tossed mix. Honestly wouldn't get it again since their other dishes are better. The image also shows that it has duck blood, but we didn't get any. We asked our server and he immediately brought out a small bowl of duck blood which we really appreciated. Also like that they had a multigrain purple rice read more

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Yay no need to drive to Rowland! But the menu here is smaller in terms of apps $54?? For two meals and an app with leftovers ! Rice refills are free :0 Idk how healthy this is .. essentially it's fish hot pot, so there's a chance there's a good amount of salt in it, but I only drank two small cups of water ?? Wasn't that oily to me. Flavorful and light enough for Chinese food! I got #2 best seller, and tho it's good, their #1 is amazing! The broth for #1 is deeper/richer, almost like a beefy taste. Didn't seem that spicy compared to #2. The thicker flat mung bean noodles are delicious with the broth. #2 is a little more fresh/sour tasting but it wasn't overwhelming with tingle. I found mung bean noodles in mine and it went really well with the soup. For the fish, we went with the basa fish. Easy to eat! Fried pork didn't seem overly battered, but could use better marinade or a heavier seasoning. You can order via QR code, or order with the workers. Accepts Amex read more

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Excited to see a Yonny branch (also known as Fish With You at other locations) open here in Irvine! It's part of a popular global franchise known for modern Sichuan-style fish dishes. This style of Chinese food is bold and comforting, built around sour and spicy broths that are great on their own or paired with plenty of rice. It definitely has some heat though, so if you're spice-sensitive, be prepared (or be prepared to sweat a lot like I did lol). They're especially known for suāncài yú, a classic Sichuan dish featuring tender white fish simmered in a tangy broth made with pickled mustard greens, chili oil, and aromatics. We ordered Yonny's version (called "Signature Hot-Oil Suancai Fish" on their menu), and it absolutely delivered in both spice and flavor. We also tried the Mao Xue Wang dish, a hearty Sichuan stew loaded with meats, tofu, vegetables, and blood curd, all swimming in a chili-oil-heavy broth with a good amount of numbing heat. Since they've just opened, there's still a bit of chaotic soft-opening energy, but the food itself is very solid. They also offer takeout if you want to enjoy this at home. If you enjoy bold Chinese flavors, Yonny is a great new addition to Irvine, and I'm already looking forward to coming back to try more of the menu. Side note: the plaza is quickly becoming a great food destination. Yoo's Place is right next door for great Korean comfort food, Frank's BBQ & Duck is just steps away for Cantonese roast meats, and YGF Malatang is right around the corner if you're craving something similarly spicy. read more

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Stopped by here after catching a basketball game at the local university ... this has got be among the best cuisine I've had in Southern California! I was in the mood for some type of fish and broth, so I had their Signature Hot Oil Suancai Fish soup. My server notified me I made the best choice and I was beyond satisfied. The portion for one person is plentiful, not overwhelming, and a beautiful presentation. The fragrance, flavors, and aromatics were perfect and delicious! They do not play with their spiciness, so choose accordingly. Parking is definitely doable and free (it seems) on a Tuesday night. They are open late, are friendly, helpful, and the service is on point. I'll be stopping by here next time I visit SoCal. read more

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Mike C.

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Very very good food would like to go again. The fish is great, the tomato beef slices are really good, and the portions are good for the price. Definately would go again. Service is good too. read more

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Gustavus B.

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I have eaten at many Korean places this was shockingly different. The side dishes were all sweet even the kimchi. We ordered seafood soft tofu and got mixed with meat? When they replaced it the seafood was tasteless and bland read more

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Dennis S.

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Found my new Asian spot. Came here for lunch couple days ago and had the green peppercorn fish soup. It was tasty but a tiny bit salty. I wish it had more spice but the numbing was perfect. There were a few tables occupied and you know it is a good place when it's all Asians lol. I also tried the rice cake with brown sugar. It was chewy and perfectly sweet. I will definitely come back here. I saw a couple tables ordering a beef dish in a pot. It is very casual place. read more

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Jin H.

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Nice restaurant with spicy fish dish. Reasonable price with variety of vegetables. Everything tastes great! read more

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James L.

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Insanely addictive and the only legitimate sauerkraut fish restaurant in Irvine. Been here 4 times now since it's opened. The signature dish is a must try and their pork blood texture is incredible. They also give you unlimited rDon't sleep on this place. read more

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Brian C.

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Chinese spot that specializes in Sichuan Fish with Picked Mustard Greens. It's a small spot with not much ambiance but the food is on point. The soup is rich, hot, sour, spicy, numbing all at the same time. Pretty awesome. Great for a cold day. They're also open late! I came by myself and the service was great. read more

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Tommy Y.

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Had Fish With You in Rowland and China before and liked it, so glad it's now open nearby. Affordable with generous portions, quick service, and flavorful suancai yu great for a fast craving. Friendly staff as well. read more

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We visited on a Wednesday evening around 7:30 PM with a party of five, and the restaurant was already packed. I enjoy spicy food, and while the dishes may look intimidating in photos, they weren't overwhelmingly spicy at all. Highlights included the signature fish, which was incredibly flavorful and paired perfectly with QQ wide potato noodles. I also loved the Mao Xue Wang but just a heads-up that it includes blood curd and offal, which I personally enjoy but may not be for everyone. The dessert rice cake was a great way to end the meal, offering a nice contrast to the savory dishes. Service was excellent as well, especially impressive given it was during their soft opening. Super excited to add Yonny to my go to spots in Irvine! read more

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Yonny's sauerkraut fish is really tasty and flavorful. The fish is fresh, the soup is sour and spicy, and the service is also friendly.

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Great food and a wonderful environment for dining. The atmosphere was comfortable and inviting, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. read more

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这家店真的很好吃，老板人也特别好，很热情、很真诚。能感觉到他对这家店非常用心，也很认真地在经营。我觉得这也是这家店会越来越好、生意越来越好的重要原因。一家店的态度，其实也能反映在菜品品质上。以后我一定会经常来，也很愿意推荐给朋友。 read more

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Really enjoyed the meal! Both soups were rich and tasty, and the ingredients were fresh. Friendly service too. Highly recommend! read more

Yonny - Really enjoyed the meal! Both soups were rich and tasty, and the ingredients were fresh. Friendly service too. Highly recommend! - Chinese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Taste: 4. Good quality, a bit salty, but fine Portion : a little inconsistent. I've been to this restaurant 3 times. Ordered the same dish, and first time portion is generous, and it became smaller. Service: hit and miss. Service tend to be more consistent during lunch. Evening crew has miscommunication a few times. What to watch out for: I was charged for extra rice, even though this restaurant is known for all you can eat rice. They said I asked for two bowl of rice at the beginning, but I simply just want to save the server one more trip. And I finished both bowls and ordered another rice afterwards, so technically i finished all I ordered. I complained to staff and got that removed, but it shouldn't have been added to check. Will I visit again: maybe. This store opens till 1am so if I have a late night gathering I might consider this place, but maybe not a main choice of restaurant. read more

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Service was exceptional. They took the time to explain all the dishes and recommend their top dishes. Out of all the dishes, the fish was the one we thought tasted the best. read more

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Yummy food, clean environment, good service! Highly recommend. Definitely will come back again! read more

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Open late, decent service, huge portions, nice, new and updated inside, good authentic Chinese food, and unlimited rice refills! Would come back again! read more

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Hao gave us that A1 service, A1 food, and A1 vibes The green peppercorn soup was great. Just the right amount of spice and numbing and goes really well with the basa fish. Will be returning. Water was decent read more

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Very delicious! We tried the signature hot oil Suancai fish and it was really good. Service was very quick and welcoming.

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The fish soup is delicious, love it!!!!! Must go with the snakehead. The owner is very hospitable and informative. read more

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Loved this place! The food was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was welcoming. Definitely coming back. read more

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Love this place!!! Authentic Suan Cai Fish soup is so rare and hard to find and this place knocks it out of the park!! Got a large original and loved every bite. Service was amazing everyone was really kind and accommodating. This is the real deal Cannot wait to keep eat this every week read more

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Great Customer Service. They welcomed me in and explained the menu very well. The food is good and the restaurant is clean. read more

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Really enjoyed the tomato fish here! The broth was super flavorful, slightly tangy, and very comforting. The fish was tender and fresh, and the portion was bigger than I expected. Service was nice too. Great spot if you're craving something warm and flavorful. Definitely coming back! read more

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I cannot wait to come back! The chicken was nice and spicy. Try the purple rice with the signature fish! Staff was amazing and answered all of our questions. Inside was clean and had great music. I would give this place 10 stars if I could! read more

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This is a fun place to eat! We had the Sauerkraut Beef Soup and the Lemon Fish soup. I definitely recommend the Sauerkraut Beef Soup, it was delicious!!!! Lemon Fish was unique and good as well. The flavor of the Sauerkraut Beef Soup I think is similar to #2 with fish. We didn't really know how to order, so the waiter was good at letting us know what to do. The rice cake dessert is delicious and is similar to warm japanese mochi. Prices are fair, plating is very nice, and the food is unique and authentic! read more

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The dish tastes really delicious and authentic Chinese taste. The store opens quite late which makes it perfect for late dinner.

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outstanding fish soups. My favorite asian dish in all of orange county. Must visit.....

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Very fine hot pot fish. Taste good, has relatively okay load for one adult. Also has many other spicy food. Will try next time.

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2626 Dupont Dr
Irvine, CA 92612
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Hours

What time does Yonny open?

Yonny opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Yonny close?

Yonny closes at 1:30 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 1:30 AM (Next day)

Food & Alcohol

Does Yonny serve alcohol?

Yes, Yonny serves alcohol.

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Does Yonny have parking?

Yes, Yonny has parking options.

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Does Yonny have free WiFi?

Yes, Yonny has free WiFi.

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Yonny Sour Fish brings the comforting aroma of Sichuan cuisine to your table. Our signature sour fish features tender, melt-in-your-mouth fillets simmered in a bright, aromatic broth made from golden pickled vegetables and slow-cooked spices. Each bowl arrives steaming hot, sour-fresh and gently spicy, perfect for warming your appetite. We also offer flavorful beef, chicken, and other Sichuan specialties, making it a great spot for family meals, casual dining, and quick takeout. Clean environment, fast service, and consistent quality—every visit should feel satisfying and memorable.

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4.3 mi

Stopped by here to grab a quick dinner and it did not disappoint! The lamb rougamo aka hamburger is…read morewhat caught my initial attention, but everything else was tasty as well. They also have the option for beef and pork if lamb is not your thing. Also tried their wonton soup, which was actually really savory while comforting, as well as their cold and spicy plate of beef and tripe and decided to give their eggplant, potato, and some peppers a try and even the table next to us was curious about the dish bc it looked and tasted so good. Service was very attentive too, making sure everything tasted delicious. Overall, a casual and small group-oriented restaurant that warrants a solid try.

Simple restaurant serving reasonably priced, casual Chinese food. My son and I were on our own for…read moredinner and decided to try something new. This spot was on the way to football practice, so we popped in. Staffing was minimal -- just two servers running the whole place -- and ordering is done through a QR code, which seems to be the norm these days. The ambiance is basic: plain tables and chairs, minimal décor, nothing fancy. We ordered the fried chicken cutlet w/ rice, the crispy rougamo, and the garlic string beans. Everything was solid, but the crispy rougamo was the standout. Flaky pastry packed with strips of peppery steak -- simple but really satisfying.

Menu 6/2025

Popcorn chicken

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Beef rougamo

Meizhou Dongpo

We've been searching for authentic Chinese cuisine in Irvine, and this place truly exceeded…read moreexpectations. The food is consistently outstanding, the service is attentive, and the atmosphere is lively and welcoming. And the duck? Absolutely incredible honestly, I recommend the Duck.

Food was decent, but not great. The ambience was nice, and the service was okay, but not worth a…read moremandatory 20% tip. As non-Chinese guests, we felt the waitress was pushing high-end items, including a $500 package meal for six people. We ended up ordering beef, fried rice, fish, and shrimp. The bill came out to over $600. The biggest issue was the fish. It was listed as seasonal, and we were charged $163 for it. Since it was Mother's Day, I did not want to make a scene. Chinese food for over $600, plus an automatic $120 tip, felt excessive. Be careful.

Fresh seafood prepared in a multitude of ways

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Meizhou Roast Duck served with steamed crepes

A & J Restaurant

4.1(2.8k reviews)

4.8 mi

My husband YELPED this place and it has really high ratings and reviews so we decided to give it a…read moretry! It was 20 minutes away from the Pacific View Mortuary so we decided to come here after my husband visited his dad... GREETED UPON ENTRY! Quite nice and loudly by a nice lady! I believe I only saw ladies working in the restaurant which is pretty cool! Women power!! SPICY BEEF NOODLE SOUP: 10/10 I love the TENDONS so much!! They were nice and TENDER!!! Not chewy at all! The flavor of the broth is good and not too SALTY or SPICY so you can easily adjust it if you need more Salt or Chili oil...Better than SHANGS in Las Vegas in my opinion!!!... SPICY WONTONS: 9/10 The wontons were small and fell apart easily but, the sauce was DELICIOUS!!! It was such a TEASE because it was a small dish that was PACKED with so much flavor so I finished it as REVENGE!!! Mwahahaha!!!!... BEAN CURD WITH ASSORTED MUSHROOMS: 9/10 Loved the bean curds!!! I finished it too!!! There was only ONE MUSHROOM though so that's why I took off a point... SCALLION PANCAKE: 8/10 In not usually into it. My husband loved it and it reminded him of ROTI... PAN FRIED PORK DUMPLINGS: 9/10 It was nice and juicy! The portions were HUGE!!! Definitely had to pack this one home to finish it later... SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT!!! AMBIANCE was nice! The tables were set per close to each other towards the front of the restaurant so there wasn't much room to walk in between tables. It reminded me of the walkway that's similar to being on an AIRPLANE!!! If you are a Big person I would recommend sitting at the tables towards the back because there's more SPACE there!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND TRYING THIS PLACE !!! A & J RESTAURANT MAKES YOU WANT TO COME EVERYDAY!!!!

It pains me to write this, but after being a loyal customer for nearly 15 years, I think our time…read morewith A&J has come to an end. This has long been our go-to for Taiwanese comfort food, and while the flavors weren't always 100% authentic, they hit the spot. However, our recent visits have been disappointing. The restaurant has become incredibly "penny-pinching" with their service. I was recently told there would be a $1 charge just for a sprinkle of scallions and another $1 for a small side of clear broth for my dry noodles--requests that were never an issue before. Furthermore, when we ordered extra noodles for my son's beef noodle soup, the original portion seemed intentionally smaller, defeating the purpose of paying for the add-on. Between the degraded service and the "nickel-and-diming" atmosphere, it is no longer worth the 30-minute drive. The vibe has changed, and the pleasure of dining here is gone.

Interior

#151 sliced pork ears w/hot and spicy seasoning, #154 vegetarian delight (gluten puffs, bean curd, and mushrooms)

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Pan Fried Pork Dumplings

Seven Grams

4.5(1.3k reviews)

5.9 mi

Let me just say, I absolutely love this place. Everything tastes so fresh, the prices are great,…read moreand the service is always fast. This is my go to spot for dumplings. There's usually a wait every time we go, but it's 100% worth it. I could honestly eat here once a week if my husband would let me The food is always delicious, fresh, and consistently good. Definitely one of my favorite places to eat.

10/10 Crab XLB - Love these! They're so juicy and bursting with flavor. They add some corn on the…read moreoutside which is a funny addition lol but no complaints here! 10/10 Wonton W/ Chili Sauce - This is one of my favorites here. The chili sauce is great and it's literally not spicy at all. 10/10 Scallion Pancake - My favorite thing to get here! It's super crunchy. I do feel like it's missing a dipping sauce so I just made my own with the sauces already on the table. 10/10 Pan Fried Dumplings - Probably my least favorite out of the four items. They're pretty basic and generic as far as dumplings go but still good. Cost - Crab XLB $11.00, Scallion Pancake $6.00, Wonton W/ Chili Sauce $9.00, Pan Fried Dumplings $13.50.

Inside seating

Wonton With Chili Sauce 6pcs

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Pan Fried Shrimp&Chicken Dumplings (Whole Wheat) 8pcs

Xishang Roodle

4.4(240 reviews)

3.0 mi

Met with friends from all over So Cal for an event down South. After the event our friend found a…read morenoodle house in Santa Ana, odd find location but lets go ... Massive parking lot so that was easy, one friend went ahead and let them know we had 10 incoming. They made room and we sat immediately. One of the spots that you scan a menu at the table and you review, order and pay all in the app. I was really not familiar with the line up and went with the "House Special Beef Pot Roodle" (Roodles are their rice noodles). It was a weekend only item and I tried that. The noodles came separate from the soup. Over all it was very tasty. The meat was a bit fatty and the soup had tendons too. I took that part home and my wife loved it. I tend to avoid the fatty meat and tendons are not good to me. 10 of us so some of the appetizers got passed around. The smashed cucumbers are excellent, and my buddy also got some friend potatoes of sorts, reminded me of a fat French fry. Because my buddy and I sat at the same table we scanned the same menu, he ordered a bunch of stuff and also House Special Beef Pot Roodle. That confused the kitchen and they asked me if I meant to order 2, I said no and didn't realize I cancelled my buddy's order. Part of the confusion of a large party and many scanned menu orders. My buddy was struggling to order and our initial waiter seemed to not understand my friend and that took a little bit to work out, young lady came from the back and was able to quickly resolve some of the confusion and get questions answered as needed. In the end he had lot of food to explore. One thing that caught my eye was several couples there and sharing a large soup item served with a tray of various food items for the soup. Kind of a date night visual and something that looked very interesting. Several couples around us had that same dish and its got me more curious. Might have to come back with my wife and try this one.

Stopped by Xishang Roodle in Santa Ana and... bless the staff, truly. They were the highlight of…read morethe entire experience. Polite, quick, and doing their best in a situation that could only be described as "culinary confusion." The food? I'm still trying to figure out what happened. The broth tasted like it was made by someone who's heard of seasoning but refuses to believe in it. The meat portion? I've seen more protein in a microwavable noodle cup. And then there's the very bold "better than pho" claim. Better than pho?? My brother in broth, that is delusion with confidence. And the price--$19! For that much, you can get a glorious XL bowl of pho elsewhere stacked with meat, loaded with herbs, and seasoned by someone who actually cares. Meanwhile, I took two bites here, sat in silence, reflected on my life choices, and walked out. The bowl stayed behind, untouched and unbothered. To make things even more tragic, I only ended up here because Whealthy Pasta next door opens late on weekends. Honestly, the biggest plot twist of my day. Great service, terrible food. Funny experience, but not funny enough to ever try again. This place disappoints!