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    Yu's Garden

    3.5 (796 reviews)
    ModerateTaiwanese, Chinese
    Closed • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    YU'S GARDEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Jenny P.

    Homey atmosphere + affordable prices + friendly service + yummy food! Dishes that you order comes with tea and a side of rice :) Highly recommend.

    Pig ear and Hainan chicken
    Ken T.

    My new favorite casual dining spot. I love how everything is precooked, so you get to pick and choose what you want. There were so many items to choose from. Dinner is only $10 for two items with rice. Service is fast and friendly. There was tea and rice waiting on the table for us by the time we were done ordering. Can't wait to come back!

    Christina T.

    Yu's Garden recently moved to the opposite side of the same plaza, and the new space is a great upgrade, as everything feels fresh and modern. While prices have stayed consistent, the combo portions are a bit smaller than before, which is understandable given inflation. We grabbed the BOGO soybean milk and two combos, which were just as delicious as always. The braised pork belly and Chinese stir-fry eggplant remain my absolute favorites. So grateful to have this Yu's nearby

    Harish V.

    Good food , quick service, free parking, ample portions. Spicy tofu is amazing and my favorite!!

    Chicken and veggie
    Rose G.

    This is a great quick service dining restaurant for authentic Chinese food. The food choices are plentiful from chicken, to beef, to pork, to fish as well as vegetables. It is only 9.99 for two dishes plus rice or congee. The restaurant is small but the line is usually for takeout. Service is extremely fast when dining in and the workers are very polite. One of the workers has phenomenal memory, she always remember us when we come even if has been a while. Great option for a fast tasty dinner!

    Tomato Egg, Tofu skin, Meatballs, Hainan-style chicken
    Ronald S.

    My friend introduced me to this place, and it has become a staple in my weekly diet ever since! They offer a 2-item combo for $10.50 and a 3-item combo for just $11.50 per plate, available Monday to Friday from 11 AM to 3 PM. Each plate comes with a side of rice, and the best part is that when you dine in, they also serve a side of tea with your meal. Ordering might be a bit hectic at first. Head to the deli-style counter to choose your sides and entrees. The friendly staff will be eager to take your order, so let them know what you want. Keep in mind that their default service is for takeout, so make sure to specify if you'd like to dine in or take it to go.The ambiance of the store has greatly improved since their move to a new location within the same plaza, now situated on the opposite side near 99 Ranch Market. If you are looking for a quick and affordable sit-down meal during your lunch break, I highly recommend this place.

    3 Cup Chicken and Pickled Pork
    Ticky T.

    For what it is this Asian fast casual is very good. It is authentic and surprisingly fresh as well. Service could be better but this is not fine dining. What we loved best is the variety of dishes to choose from and how everything we ordered tasted as if we were traveling in Taiwan. If you like rice porridge and multitude of Chinese tapas to eat it with then this is place to go!

    do yall see that bug
    Jacqueline G.

    Came here couple times with my friends~ The first time we came the owner was the sweetest + super helpful! On my second visit this time, I encountered questionable service. When I was being served, there was actually less food on my plate than when the owner served me. Nonetheless I was fine with it! Until I kept eating and halfway into my meal... I see this weird scorpion looking bug under my seaweed They were understanding and offered me a refund for that plate. I advise if you go, check your food before you start eating! It's what I would have done!

    catering for 16 people - Tracy helped plan 4 different combos with plenty of meat and veggies
    Marvy Z.

    Tracy is the "secret sauce" that keeps you coming back to Yu's Garden! It's rare to find a server who balances high-level logistics like catering with that personal "remember your order" touch. Tracy is truly the best. She has an incredible memory and always remembers my specific preferences, always serving with a genuine smile and a kind, thoughtful attitude. To be honest, she is the main reason I choose Yu's Garden! She recently helped me coordinate a catering order for a client. Even though it was a smaller group of 16, she treated it with the utmost importance, helping me design four combo sets that were a massive hit. Not only was the total pricing economical, the food was abundant, perfectly packaged, and the entire process was seamless thanks to her attention to detail. Try the bogo Soybean milk also; very thick and fresh! we always order that and get the chinese donut yiutiao freshly fried at the Taichi Cuisine restaurant in the same plaza.

    The food at the front.
    Yoshitaka K.

    This place is so unassuming. I have passed by here multiple times and did not know about this hidden gem. The front is a little confusing and might be a little intimidating but trust me. This place is fire. Yu will love it.

    Leeza D.

    Yu's Garden is a favorite when I want some good take out food at a great price. For about $13, I can get any three items from their extensive selection and a choice of rice or sweet potato congee. I particularly the soy skin salad, braised pork knuckle and braised pork ear. These are all items I had no clue how to even attempt to make. The takeout option is even better because you get three entrees. If you are eating in, you get two entrees for the same price. This place is popular and there is always a consistent line. Casual. Parking can be difficult during peak hours. Please come and create your own adventures.

    3 item combo: braised pork belly, tofu & cabbage and chicken with sauce.  Delicious!
    T P.

    We came here for brunch on a Friday, after Christmas 2025 away. We ordered the 3 item combo, dine in. The young man who helped us was so friendly. When you dine in, you can choose between rice or soup. We got a large bowl of rice and hot tea (perfect on a rainy day)! We ordered the tofu with cabbage, braised pork belly and chicken in sauce. all 3 items were delicious, perfectly seasoned and a 3 item with rice is large enough to share with 3 people. Total came to $14.05 with taxes. There is an $0.80 charge to use a credit card. Definitely recommend will return. Support your local businesses!

    3. Fish Filet with Black Bean Sauce
    Albert L.

    I have been coming to Yu's Garden since my college days. For as long as I remember, unless you get there before 11am, be prepared to wait in line out the door and that is true to this day! There are really two sides to this restaurant: Firstly, they have a selection of prepared food on display where you pick 2-3 items with either rice or congee. A lot of people take this to go but you can also dine in. Secondly, they have quite an extensive a la carte menu with very reasonable prices for Irvine. They have way too many items for me to list but here are some my favorites. The good 1. 3 Cup Chicken - This is a classic dish. Great flavors and I love the basil as it slightly contrasts with the sweetness. 2. Tofu Skin - I don't exactly know the correct name, but it long strips of Tofu Skin with celery. This is a cold dish and goes very well with Siracha (you are welcome). 3. Lion's Head Meatballs - Basically big pork meatballs in a savory sauce. This just brings back memories. 4. Boiled Intestine (Pork) with Hot Sauce (a la carte) - This dish can be very daunting if you have never seen/had it before. It does have an acquired taste but if you know what this is, it is worth getting for the price. Unfortunately, I don't know the names of a lot of the items (sad). But pointing and smiling typically works :)

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