Taiwanese Restaurants in Irvine, CA

“The best pork chop I have ever had! Great atmosphere and kind staffs too I will definitely visit again 👍🏼“

“Honestly this is one of my friend and I’s favorite place!
They serve some good porridge (some combo is very creative lol) but good!!
And the portion is nice too!
I really like that they have outdoor seating options so we can bring our dog! :))“

“I was surprised to see this restaurant has so many glowing reviews and a high overall rating, as it didn’t live up to the hype for us—twice.
We first tried it back in 2021 and left unimpressed, but after hearing so much praise from others, we decided to give it another chance today. Unfortunately, the experience was very similar.
The food is solidly mediocre and lacks any standout flavors or quality. The beef noodle soup and wonton soup were the biggest disappointments—they tasted quite bland, with little depth in the broth and nothing particularly memorable about the ingredients or seasoning. The other dishes we ordered felt equally ordinary, nothing that would make me recommend it over countless other similar spots.“

“Delicious and comforting meal at King Tofu today. I had the vegetables with rice and it was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The portions were generous and the service was friendly. Great spot for a healthy and satisfying meal. I’ll definitely come back.“

“It's been about 10+ years since I last visited this place. We don’t live nearby & over the past decade there have been so many new dining options. Today, I decided to come back & wow, they’ve completely upgraded the place & the new look is cleaner, modern, plus the service was friendly and great!

It’s an all you can try for milk tea and slushes, tons of flavors, icy cold , plus lots of variety of Taiwanese street food, shaved ice etc. Of course, I had to try the top 2 popular items: the stinky tofu & oyster pancake , dang,, they were legit! They gave you enough oyster in every bites.

We loved everything about this place and will definitely be back!“

“One of the best deals for Chinese food in Irvine. Food was great and staff is friendly and provides great service! The soymilk is always buy one get one free towards the end of the day and I would definitely recommend it. Make sure to bring cash as there is a 80c fee if you pay my card.“

“I genuinely recommend the First Sandwich. We ordered from here multiple times, and they never disappointed us. The food is fresh and tastes amazing. I love the avocado walnut salad; it’s very refreshing. The sandwich is flavorful. The clam chowder bowl is creamy and well balanced. They gave us so much food with reasonable price. The owner is always so kind and attentive. Highly recommend!“

“I ❤️ their boba! I traveled 30 min to go here!“

“I have visited JJ Bakery Irvine over a decade. I love their Traditional Taiwanese breads , pastries and sweets. Here are a few items that I would recommend (in pic order)

1. Egg Tart: I always purchase two egg tarts when I have the chance. But, it got sold out quickly.
2.Taro Pastry: Real taro paste, not too sweet. It is very delicious

3. Custard Bread: One of the traditional Taiwanese breads.
4. Scallion Bread: It is savory. Sometimes, I like savory breakfast.

5. Flan: Flan is located at the refrigerator near the entrance. It is dense instead of watery. I love it.

6. Almond Cookie:Perfect snack while I am watching Netflix.( It won’t last 20 minutes though)“

“I’ve dined at this location multiple times and have noticed the food quality continues to improve. They serve truly authentic Shanghai cuisine with a focus on balanced, subtle flavors that linger long after the meal. My personal favorite is the Sheng Jian Bao (pan-fried dumplings); they have that perfect golden, crunchy bottom and a satisfying burst of hot soup inside. Service is efficient and practical—this isn't a place for frills, but it's the perfect spot to sit down and enjoy a high-quality, honest meal.“