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    Yoo's Place

    4.3 (573 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Chinese, Noodles
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Galbi
    Rachel T.

    This is my 3rd time at Yoo's place. I gotta say, their food is so consistent and Delicious! 10/10. No.1 for me is the Hotpot with Shortrib and potato. We ordered a medium and they gave a generous portion. The flavor is so unique, savory and tangey broth. It was served with chewy vermicilli. Also recommend: Bossam, Tobbokki and ramen. I also tried their Bulgogi before and it was amazing too. The service was fast though the restaurant was always busy.

    Jjajjangmyeon Glossy, savory, and dangerously good... Bring a bib or wear black...
    Jonathan Y.

    《냉면으로 시작된 가족사》 -- 제6회 Bossam Redemption & The Take-Out Salvation April 23, 2024 -- Bossam Redemption We finally ordered the bossam. And immediately realized this dish was not meant for amateurs. Three rows of thick-cut pork belly, glistening like it just descended from pork heaven itself. Juicy. Tender. Ridiculously satisfying. Wrap it in cabbage and then the flavor avalanche hits: %@#&*!... Eyes roll back. Cabbage crunch. Shrimp brine punch. Nutty ssamjang. Raw garlic kick. Jalapeño heat. Anger. Tears. Joy. All at the same time. It's too #$&@ good*. Then came the spicy pork bulgogi (dwaeji bulgogi) -- served sizzling on a hot stone plate. And I mean sizzling. I even filmed it because dat sizzle though. Greasy. Spicy. Onion-loaded. Exactly what this dish should be. And importantly -- not overly sweet like some places that try to westernize Korean food. Yeah... Yoo's Place isn't doing that. They're just cooking real Korean food. Fast forward.... June 18, 2025 -- Survival Mode Kids get bigger. Sleep gets rarer. Life gets louder. This was one of those days where nobody had energy for anything, so I swung by Yoo's Place after work to grab takeout for the family. Honestly it's worth the drive no matter where you're coming from -- even if you pass ten other Korean restaurants on the way. Right before leaving I paused at the doorway. Turned around. Closed my eyes. Took one deep breath. Just filling my lungs with that home-cooked Korean comfort smell before heading back into the chaos. Then I walked out carrying a bag full of happiness for my exhausted wife and my two slightly feral children. (Next time I may add a bottle of soju for mental health purposes.) Also -- I think I met the daughter of the owners when picking up the order. First time noticing her there -- she might be the one running their Instagram lately. Super friendly. Super welcoming. Worthy mention.... 그리고... "와 완전 연예인급이네... 아이돌인 줄 알았잖아. 진짜 예쁘시다 대박." (whispers: just in case my wife reads this review... she doesn't speak Korean ) Luna is now 7. Jameson is almost 2. Lord help me. -- To Be Continued (제7회) (Next episode: dumplings that shocked me, Jameson's jjajangmyeon birthday dinner, and introducing a very confused white friend to Korean food.)

    fried chicken
    Jocelyn Y.

    Mid service (but they're just busy), comforting food, acceptable cleanliness, great price, GREAT BANCHAN! Things that stood out to me: their banchan selection and they serve warm bone broth to drink upon arrival. I love kabocha squash so that banchan was my favorite. Fish cakes a bit too salty. Spicy cold noodle is standard, noodles perfectly chewy. Fried chicken platter had the perfect acidic dressing and the salad balanced it out very well. Mandu ddeok & the tofu stew were both comforting during cold weather. Would definitely come again to try their huge menu selection. Next time, hopefully servers are more friendly and our spoons are clean

    Dave L.

    We were excited to try this place in a mall that has so much great food options to begin with. Menu is very extensive which is not always a good sign when it comes to Korean food. Banchan had a nice variety and the bean sprouts were excellent. A small issue is the kimchi itself was older and you know that as it's more sour and less firm. Soon dobu was excellent. Well balanced heat and deep rich broth. Tang Su Yuk was a massive portion , great for sharing. It was good but had slightly too much breading. I agree with some comments here about the staff friendliness which is rather lacking. Still overall a good meal , not LA level but still good

    Inside
    Yoshi B.

    Yoo's Place is a paradise for Korean food lovers. With one of the most comprehensive, diverse Korean menus, Yoo's Place offers amazing flavors in a tucked away business plaza off Jamboree. Parking can be a hassle in this small plaza so it's best to go straight to the basement parking if you're short on time. For my first visit, I got to try quite a spread, and not a single dish disappointed. To start, their banchan spread had a great variety including kimchi, fishcake, bean sprouts, and a really delicious pumpkin with what tasted like onion cream. You also get a little thermos filled with beef broth for a little cup of comfort to go with your meal. As for the food, I got to try these memorable bites this visit: Tangsuyuk, with chewy, crispy pork with a tangy sweet and sour sauce. A great hit at the table. It was almost gone despite our feast. Yuringi chicken, with extra crispy fried chicken cutlets topped with peppers on a bed of cabbage pooled with a tart soy based sauce. This was so addictive, I could not stop reaching for another bite. Rice cake soup with dumplings. Their take on this classic dish reminds me of the kind of home cooking that makes you want to go out to eat. With a milky bone broth, tender rice cakes, and incredible mandu boiled to perfection and filled plump to the brim with tender meat. And their mung bean pancake was so crisp on the outside while being moist and so flavorful on the inside. I was blown away by how delicious each bite of every dish I tried was here. My only regret is I couldn't fit more bites in this one meal. I can't wait to try the rest of their massive menu. Highly recommended.

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    Van D.

    I discovered Yoo's Place when I went to the spa next door. When I was done with my treatment, I was hungry and this looked like the best dinner option in the plaza. Best spontaneous discover ever! For those looking for parking, there is an underground parking structure for the plaza. Upon entering, staff welcomed me into a half booth. I really like that they have all of the dishes, utensils, water, cups, napkins so you can grab whatever you need. The menu looks incredible. They have all of my Korean favorites like naengmyun, tofu soup, galbi, and kalguksu. I decided to get the #67 LA Galbi + Soon Tofu Combo, where I opted for the Beef Tofu Soup mild. The waitress brought over side dishes and purple rice. Yay I love purple rice. They also left something else on the table but I didn't know what it was. Later on, Becky, who seemed to be in a management role, came over and asked me if it was my first time at their restaurant. Wow I must look new. She told me that the container had their beef bone broth, and you can pour it into a cup and drink it. Wow! This broth is INCREDIBLE! That alone was enough for me to come back. The galbi came out really quickly and the tofu soup came out soon after. The galbi was well marinated and tasty. The tofu soup had a deep broth flavor that is superior to any other tofu soup places in the area. It tasted really healthy and clean but flavorful. Just when I thought I couldn't possibly love this place more... Becky brought out sample portions of their naengmyun, or cold noodles. She said it was their house special and she really wanted all the first timers to try it. She dropped it off at another table too who had first timers. Wow this was SO DELICIOUS. I love naengmyun and this is one of the best I've had. The only thing I didn't love was their side dishes. I actually declined refills, which is a first for me. But everything else was so good, the positives outweigh the slight blemish. Definitely coming back soon. It will be so hard deciding between what I already tried and love or trying the kalguksu. What an amazing restaurant!

    Sarah L.

    My boyfriend and I pulled up on a Sunday night around ~7pm and there was a bit of wait. There were 4 parties ahead of us. When we were eventually seated, we were quickly taken care of. I overheard a conversation taking place with the restaurant owner and someone in line; I think the lady who took care of us is the owner's daughter? Anyways, the food was seasoned well and flavorful. Service was even better. I liked the bone broth they served in a thermos. Overall, I would return and I'm very happy to support a family owned business.

    Jiajiang
    Chanson Z.

    Rating 8.5/10 First time trying this place and it was great! The inside of the restaurant was lively and the staff were very attentive. I ordered the kalbi, jiajiang noodles, and fried squid. Everything was very fresh and authentic. It was so much food, then halfway thru my meal the owner told me I needed to try the cold noodles, and she gave it to me on the house! I could tell they cared about their food and their customer service. Would definitely recommend!

    Sara L.

    One of the better Korean restaurants in Irvine. I especially enjoy their Jokbal(pig feet) and their cold noodles. Every time I went the owner was there making sure every table was satisfied with their meals. You can tell they truly care about each dish they serve. The banchans are delicious and food comes out pretty quick. Overall, I recommend this place to anyone looking for a true home cooked meal.

    Vegetarian Bibimbap
    Teagan T.

    First off, valet parking is nonexistent here, it's just a parking lot with additional parking so be not afraid. I was deterred for a moment expecting strangers to drive your car and having to tip them... was too hungry to deal with any and all of that so thank Yoo! Second, authentic Korean food, from instantly refilled banchan to hot broth in a thermos on every table, all the utensils and covers on the spoons, you don't need anything else but to order. The food arrives fresh and fast. Unlike a lot of other places these guys don't just prioritize to go/online orders. There's a decent amount of vegetarian friendly dishes for pretty much every kind of entree or appetizer and my own Korean mom to mix up my bibimbap as it sizzles in the hot stone pot. Good japchae, with or without the beef. Looking forward to returning on empty stomach.

    Beef & Mushroom Bibimbap
    Amy B.

    The beef & mushroom bibimbap was really tasty & also quite large! We got it with the spicy sauce on the side so that it wasn't too upsetting to the stomach. The buckwheat cold noodles was in theory a good idea, but the noodles and the soup base itself both tasted kind of weird, maybe like some insufficiently filtered water or other ingredients - the cold noodles sold in the freezer section at H-Mart taste cleaner and better to us. The banchan complimentary side dishes were mostly pretty tasty - my favorite was the cucumbers, which was in a red paste but not spicy at all! The staff were really attentive, helpful, and nice people. The only weird thing is that they like to have people sit at a specific table as they come into the restaurant, but we didn't want that table so we just sat at the table by the window we preferred. The vibe was definitely what I'd imagine to be a more authentic, old-school Korean atmosphere, which is interesting to get to experience right here in Irvine, but it was a little different from the dining experiences we've had at Korean food establishments in Honolulu and even other establishments in Irvine like Baekjeong. It's probably what the owners wanted, so that's a success for them, and there were quite a few regulars there as well, so it's a great sign for those who know and love this type of Korean dining!

    Jjajangmyeon
    Trisha V.

    My go-to spot for jjajangmyeon and tangsuyuk!! I did notice the portion for jjajangmyeon seemed smaller than the last time I went, but I can never finish the whole portion of tangsuyuk. I feel like this is a common problem, because they keep the sauce on the side: the tangsuyuk stays crispy, even if you have to take leftovers home! Overall, both dishes are very tasty. Considering the variety of dishes they offer, I'm pleasantly surprised that every single one I've tried has been delicious. They also give so many banchan, including three types of kimchi. I appreciate that service is quick, and that hot broth is given as well. There are TVs on the walls, so can be a little bit noisy. However, that hasn't deterred me from going back! Recommend if you like Korean food with a home-cooked feel.

    Menu (October 2025)
    Brian F.

    Yoo's Place is a casual Korean restaurant with locations in Buena Park, Westminster, and this one in Irvine. This location is in a small plaza with surface level parking and more covered parking underneath. We ordered the #24 maeun kalbijjim ($69.95 for medium) and the #5 mamun daknalgae twigim ($20.95 for 8 pieces). The short ribs were tender and we added the cheese on top ($5). The server removed the meat from the bones and mixed everything together. They have a non-spicy version of the kalbijjim but we liked the bit of spice. The kalbijjim included glass noodles, potatoes, carrots, dates, and rice cakes; the rice cakes looked to be the bigger more authentic ones. The wings had a thin batter with a crunchy exterior and a hint of spice. We ended up coming back again a week later and wanted to try some other dishes. We ordered the #59 jajang myun ($15.95) and the #67 LA galbi + soon tofu ($31.95). The noodles were decent but I thought could've used a little more salt. The galbi was good and I liked the spice in the soup even though we only got level 1. The restaurant looks to be family run and the workers were very friendly. It's a tiny restaurant and can get pretty packed; we came here earlier and there was no wait but when we left there was a line.

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