Yupdduk Diamond Bar

Went on a lunch date with my cousin. Thanksgiving left overs weren’t enough for us lol!

Parking: They’re located in the corner of a plaza. Free parking lot. We couldn’t find a spot within their area, so we parked near the grocery store.

Ambiance/Environment: They have a very casual, warm, & welcoming environment. They also have a small space. There’s a decent amount of seating.

Service: Once you walk in, you’ll be greeted and asked whether you’d like to dine in, take out or pick up. We decided to dine in. Shout out to Jesse & James! They were very knowledgeable about the menu, courteous, and attentive! We ordered via the tablet and paid at the register in the end.

What we ordered:

1) Combo B - We decided to share the Yupdduk (jjajang spice level). This came with boiled eggs and veggie fries and sweated rice balls on the side. The veggie fries had the perfect crisp, the rice balls tasted as expected, and the boiled eggs were cooked well. The sauce was absolutely flavorful! The rice cakes were very fulfilling! Make sure to immediately mix the cheese!

2) Boneless Chicken Feet (appetizer) - We were told this was one of their popular appetizer. We ordered this mild. Their special sauce was also flavorful! The chicken feet were cooked well. Although I’m not sure what makes this boneless bc I bit into small pieces of bone .. lol.

3) Spam Mayo Rice Bowl (appetizer) - Another popular appetizer recommended to us. We really enjoyed this! Can’t go wrong with a classic dish!

4) Fish Cake Soup - My cousin wanted something soupy. The soup wasn’t too salty. It came with a generous amount of fish cakes. Perfect for the cold weather.

5) Salted Caramel Milk Tea w/ boba (100% sweet) & Mango Green Tea w/ Lychee jelly (0% sweet) - I really enjoyed my drink! The boba was okay .. some pieces were chewy and some were hard. We were told the Mango Green Tea already has syrup, so she didn’t want anymore sugar. It was still a bit sweeter than she’d like, but she did enjoy the lychee jelly!

Pricing: The prices are fair $$, especially for the amount that you get. Everything was so flavorful, rich, and fulfilling.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Boneless Chicken Feet, Fish Cake Soup, Fish Cake, Seaweed Riceballs

Got an order to go, the normal tteokbokki, rice balls and the boneless chicken feet. Wish I took a picture but the portion was tiny. It was $80 and we got enough tteokbokki to serve 2 people.

We got the rice balls in the little container, but the other half was the “boneless chicken feet”. There was still bone it and the portion was insanely tiny, it was $30 and I think we got 2-3 chicken feet.

Overall would never do take out here again.

Food was okay.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Perfect when you’re craving something spicy

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

It's been a while since I tried Korean food which is not Korean barbecue. It's very good service and the food comes out very fast. We ordered a couple of items, and liked the rice ball and "Yup Oh". Pork chops are definitely I recommend because they are juicy and tender. However, boneless chicken feet are a little bit disappointing for a small portion of amount, too much rice ball inside and a little bit more spicy than usual. (Ordered extra mild) The blood sausage is okay. Overall, I may come back for other items if possible with friends. In addition, I recommend it to people who want traditional Korean food and gathering with friends here.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish Cake, Pork Cutlet, Yupdduk with Extra Cheese and Ramen, Yupdduk Yup OH, Seaweed Rice Ball

I love tteokbokki. Do you?

Highlights of the menu:
1. B set: Yupdduk with extra fish cake and boiled eggs
2. Boneless chicken feet
3. Tuna mayo rice bowl
4. Peach black tea
5. Strawberry lychee green tea

It's a small fast casual Korean restaurant located in Diamond Bar within a mini plaza. Each table has its own tablet to order from. It's broken out in categories so it's as easy by scrolling and tapping on the items you want. Then hit order. Your food will be delivered to you.

My favorite dish here is the Parmesan squid. I loved the flavor. It was cooked just right and nice and chewy. Another favorite is the Yup DDuck. I was told to get extra mild because mild is super spicy. I still thought this was spicy for me, but remember my tolerance for spice is on the low side. The rice cakes were soft, cute and tiny sauges were also added and a layer of cheese on top. So much goodness right here.

The pork cutlet was a good size. it was extra crispy and Love the sauce that it goes with. It comes with rice and potato salad. If you get the fried chicken, it's a lot. This is good for up to three people. The spicy chicken wing was a bit spicy for me. I did love the Tuna Gimbap, which comes with the Ramen. That's a great deal.

Johnny wanted to try the blood sausage. It's very soft in texture. Different than most sausages where the skin is thicker. I tried it first without the seasoned salt. I think I like it better without it.

Soondae R $16.00
1 Tuna Kimbap + Ramen $17.99
1 Parmesan Squid Steak $20.50
1 Salted Caramel Milk Tea $4.00
• 50% Sugar
• Add Lychee Jelly $.50
1 Strawberry Jasmine Milk Tea $4.00
* 50%
1 Pork Cutlet $17.50
1 Garlic Fried Chicken $26.00
1 YUP DDUK $27.00
* Extra Mild
1 Spicyra chiken Wing $20.00

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Rice Cake, Parmesa Squid Steak

The food portion is very small, and the food is very pricey. Especially the chicken feet. It’s $30 for just very small portion. Not worth it. Service and atmosphere is decent.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 3

Okay food not my style, only went to take my daughter to try this.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Yupdduk Yup OH

First time trying Yup Oh and it was delicious and very satisfying. Its a huge bowl. It was easily before 4 people. Yes thats how big it is. I wasnt expecting it to be so big. The sauce is nice and saucy and the cheese is high flavored cheese. If you dont like spicy, get the super medium. Thats spicy enough for me. We also go the parmesa squid steak, it was bomb. The sauces that was on it gives it a flavorful mouth watering taste. I finished that first. That is a good size also. All the food was consistent. Cant forget about the seaweed rice balls…??. The service there was A1. The manager was super nice. Keep up the great work. Go eat at Yupdduk, and tell your friends and family.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Stew, Seaweed Fries, Rice Cake, Sausage, Fish Cake Soup, Fish Cake, Yupdduk with Extra Cheese and Ramen, Yupdduk Yup OH, Kimchi Tuna Mayo Jumbo Ricebowl, Tempura

My favorite things to order here is their new Mala tang rosé yupdduk with sausage and fish cakes! I also get the ham and cheese rice bowl or the omelette rice. Their kimbap and udon combo is really good too! It is the perfect place for a takeout at night when you just want to lounge in PJs while watching K drama and eat delicious food. The rice cakes in the yupdduk is super soft, chewy and tasty and the sauce is incredibly delicious! It is my go to restaurant to eat with a bunch of friends or to do take out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Stew, Soondae, Seaweed Fries, Rice Cake, Spicy Chicken, Fish Cake Soup, Parmesan Squid Steak, A Set, Pork Cutlet, Yupdduk Yup OH, Kimchi Tuna Mayo Jumbo Ricebowl

Comforting quality made Korean food wins me over once again. I gotta admit, I'm partial to tteokbokki, simply because it's just so good. Spicy, sweet, savory. What's there not to love!? Their version here was exceptional and probably the best I have I'd had in quite a while.

I had the C set along with spicy chicken and Kimbap. Everything came out very hot and fresh. I like that it really seemed like it was all made in-house. The seaweed rice balls come with a lot of seaweed which works well. I've been to other places where you actually make the rice balls yourself, but these come out made already. The Veggie fries I think were mainly sweet potato which is my favorite part of veggie tempura. Tastes good with the tteokbokki sauce.

Oh and back to the tteokbokki, they have different levels, and the server referred to the spice level that we chose as similar to buldak spicy noodles. I'd say that is a good comparison and most people would be happy with this spice level unless you just have a really high tolerance. The rice cakes had a good chew, not overcooked and I notice they cut like a lit slit in all the rice cakes so the sauce could get in there. The small details are appreciated.

It's an unassuming quaint place that I think adds to the homely and comforting food. There are tablets at the table where you place your order. The server was nice and helpful as we had some questions when placing our order.

If you're looking for some really good tteokbokki, make your way here!

Cheers!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seaweed Fries, Yupdduk with Extra Cheese and Ramen, Yupdduk Yup OH

Comforting quality made Korean food wins me over once again. I gotta admit, I'm partial to tteokbokki, simply because it's just so good. Spicy, sweet, savory. What's there not to love!? Their version here was exceptional and probably the best I have I'd had in quite a while.I had the C set along with spicy chicken and Kimbap. Everything came out very hot and fresh. I like that it really seemed like it was all made in-house. The seaweed rice balls come with a lot of seaweed which works well. I've been to other places where you actually make the rice balls yourself, but these come out made already. The Veggie fries I think were mainly sweet potato which is my favorite part of veggie tempura. Tastes good with the tteokbokki sauce.Oh and back to the tteokbokki, they have different levels, and the server referred to the spice level that we chose as similar to buldak spicy noodles. I'd say that is a good comparison and most people would be happy with this spice level unless you just have a really high tolerance. The rice cakes had a good chew, not overcooked and I notice they cut like a lit slit in all the rice cakes so the sauce could get in there. The small details are appreciated.It's an unassuming quaint place that I think adds to the homely and comforting food. There are tablets at the table where you place your order. The server was nice and helpful as we had some questions when placing our order.If you're looking for some really good tteokbokki, make your way here!Cheers!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seaweed Fries, Yupdduk with Extra Cheese and Ramen, Yupdduk Yup OH

Comforting quality made Korean food wins me over once again. I gotta admit, I'm partial to tteokbokki, simply because it's just so good. Spicy, sweet, savory. What's there not to love!? Their version here was exceptional and probably the best I have I'd had in quite a while.

I had the C set along with spicy chicken and Kimbap. Everything came out very hot and fresh. I like that it really seemed like it was all made in-house. The seaweed rice balls come with a lot of seaweed which works well. I've been to other places where you actually make the rice balls yourself, but these come out made already. The Veggie fries I think were mainly sweet potato which is my favorite part of veggie tempura. Tastes good with the tteokbokki sauce.

Oh and back to the tteokbokki, they have different levels, and the server referred to the spice level that we chose as similar to buldak spicy noodles. I'd say that is a good comparison and most people would be happy with this spice level unless you just have a really high tolerance. The rice cakes had a good chew, not overcooked and I notice they cut like a lit slit in all the rice cakes so the sauce could get in there. The small details are appreciated.

It's an unassuming quaint place that I think adds to the homely and comforting food. There are tablets at the table where you place your order. The server was nice and helpful as we had some questions when placing our order.

If you're looking for some really good tteokbokki, make your way here!

Cheers!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seaweed Fries, Yupdduk with Extra Cheese and Ramen

If you’re craving Korean food then I’ve got the perfect place for you!!I stopped by on a rainy afternoon and met up with some foodie friends. We had a party of 11, which was a tight fit but we made it work. The place is small so just keep in mind that there may be a wait time.If you can handle the spice, they’ve got you!But, if you’re like us, we ordered extra mild, which is still spicy. The sauces for the Rice Cakes and Chicken Stew were flavorful with a kick of spice. The rice cakes were the perfect tender & chewy texture for me. Tteokbokki is one of my favorites! The Parmesan garlic squid was another favorite! The squid was cooked perfectly. I was surprised by how much I liked the Fish Cake Soup. That broth is so soothing and full of flavor! Love the bright yellow color of the pickled radish! So crispy and refreshing!Overall, the food was so flavorful and delicious with a wonderful presentation. Your taste buds are in for a treat!! Come hungry!!???? ?? tried:✧ YupDduk with a swirl of mozzarella cheese on top and eggs extra mild ?️)✧ Yup Ke Chicken Stew (extra mild ?️)✧ Pork Cutlet✧ Fish Cake Soup (MUST-TRY)✧ Yupdduk with a swirl of mozzarella cheese on top and ramen (extra mild ?️)✧ Parmesan Grilled Squid (FAVE)✧ Ham Kimbap✧ Seaweed Rice Balls✧ Fried set✧ Kimchi Tuna Jumbo Rice Bowl

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

stopped by for a late lunch and the restaurant was pretty full. the food arrived very quickly and was piping hot perfect for a rainy Saturday afternoon. we ordered extra mild rice cakes and it was the perfect level of spice. we ordered the udon one and the ramen one. i enjoyed the ramen one more. we also ordered the fried assortment and my favorite was the fried sweet potato and fried pumpkin. the kimchi tuna rice was also really good. we also tried one of their specials Parmesan squid and it was my favorite dish. service was also really good and fast.

Food: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Stew, Seaweed Fries, Rice Cake, Fish Cake Soup, Fish Cake, Pork Cutlet, Yupdduk with Extra Cheese and Ramen, Yupdduk Yup OH, Kimchi Tuna Mayo Jumbo Ricebowl