Yen's Kitchen & Sushi Bar

Chicken dishes are excellent, large pieces of very tender meat, and sauces are perfectly balanced.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I had never been to this restaurant before so I thought I would give it a try. Sushi restaurants are some of my favorite places to go and I often visit other places around Ashburn.

In reviewing the menu, I saw they had tekka don (sashimi tuna on rice). I asked if I could have sake don (salmon on rice) instead even if for an up charge. I was informed they do not do that here (even though virtually every other sushi place I’ve ever been will accommodate this).

So instead, I ordered the sashimi platter or whatever they called it here. It came with an assortment of fish (3 kinds I didn’t care for and salmon) with no rice at all. The waiter did kindly offer white rice, but as everyone knows (except maybe the staff in this place?) white rice is not the same as sushi rice. Additionally, after the waiter brought this rice to my table, another waitress began speaking to him in what I assume is Chinese, and seemed to be displeased with the fact that he brought it to me. I say that because they were having that conversation right in front of my table while they were looking at me. Uncomfortable.

If you really want a good sushi place and you’re in Ashburn, go to Akira instead. They’re super sweet there and the food is far superior. They also don’t fight with their customers … as in they actually attempt to provide a service that the customer wants (isn’t that what customer service is supposed to be about?).

Also, if you don’t leave them a tip despite their rude and confrontational behavior, they will literally follow you into the parking lot to demand that you leave them one. I’m literally not kidding. I was buckling my seatbelt and getting ready to drive away when I heard a knock at the window and one of the waitresses had the absolute gall to demand a tip despite the horrid service.

I will not be back - and I recommend that no one else bother with this place either. Save yourself the time and money and find a better place.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

My Dad's favorite place for chinese.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Loved everything I tried here. I usually go for takeout, but the place had a really nice vibe.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

We visited Yen’s Kitchen & Sushi Bar on a Friday night as a group of four. The place was nearly packed, which had us hopeful—we figured a full house meant something good was cooking. Unfortunately, the night didn’t quite hit the high notes we were expecting.

The first red flag was the soup. It arrived lukewarm, had a suspiciously eggy/seafood smell, and tasted like it had been reheated one too many times. Honestly, we weren’t sure if it was miso or mystery. Definitely not a warm welcome to the meal.

Then came the eggplant basil, which could’ve been great—if it wasn’t absolutely swimming in oil. It was flavorful, sure, but more slippery than satisfying. We also asked for our dishes to be spicy, but nothing delivered even a mild kick. If there was heat, it must’ve missed our table.

As for the service, it felt like we were on a timer. The server started collecting dishes the moment someone took their last bite—reaching across the table and even asking us to hand over plates they couldn’t reach. It was polite, but a little too pushy, like they had our Uber waiting outside.

The place isn’t bad, and the crowd shows it has fans. But with fresher soup, less oil, and a slower pace, it could be so much better.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 2

Lovely atmosphere and tasty traditional Chinese food, including Taiwanese favorites. Good sized portions, reasonable prices and friendly service. They also have a special menu for Chinese New Year which we would love to try if we can make it back during that time if year.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

They apparently dislike single fathers eating out with their kids. Attempted to go here for an early dinner. Single dad with two kids. This is 4:30 on a Saturday afternoon, the restaurant is mostly empty, and every single booth is empty. Asked to sit in a booth when the hostess came up to us. Get the typical follow me. She ignored the request and takes us over to a table crowded in-between two other parties. Giving here the benefit of the doubt, I asked if we could sit in a booth because both of my kids wanted to sit next to me. She replied that booths “are only for parties of 4 or larger” I ask if she was sure, we’d like a booth. She offers to sit us in a confined corner. Once again, the restaurant is mostly empty. I say we’re going to go and tell them that I’m sick of being treated differently because I’m a single dad trying to take his two kids out to dinner. I had been here many times previously for lunch with coworkers etc. Never had an issues being seated in a booth with 3 people until it was with my kids. Won’t be back ever again.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Beware if you’re visiting this place for the first time.

Our family arrived at 8:45 PM, and the not-so-friendly owner reluctantly seated us, saying we needed to eat quickly because they were closing at 10 PM. Among the dishes we ordered was Chicken and String Beans. However, when the dish was brought to our table, I noticed it was mostly string beans with barely any chicken — and it’s priced around $16!

I asked the server about this, and the owner rudely intervened, saying that if we wanted more chicken, it would cost extra, and that string beans are expensive too. When I took a picture of the dish and mentioned that I would write a review, the owner dismissively said it didn’t matter because the restaurant has been in business for 20 years.

Trying to reason with her was frustrating and unproductive. Eventually, we asked her to take the dish back, but she outright refused. Left with no other option, we decided to eat the dish since we would be charged for it anyway. As I was about to take my first bite, the owner angrily snatched the plate from me — while my fork was still in my hand!

This behavior was incredibly embarrassing and rude. We decided to pay the bill and leave. Surprisingly, one of the staff members apologized on her behalf as we were paying, acknowledging how inappropriate her behavior was.

I would NEVER recommend this place to anyone.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

The taste is a bit strong
The only Taiwanese restaurant nearby is recommended

We’ve been coming to this restaurant for a number of years. After the last couple of times, however, we have decided not to come here anymore. The reason is we have noticed significantly reduced portion of all dishes, while the prices are still creeping up. Some dishes are probably half of the size from a couple of years ago. They looked like leftovers. When you are served with less, you feel like a second-class citizen, not a good feeling. Yen’s Kitchen is on a slippery slope ruining its reputation and, unfortunately like most of Chinese restaurants in America, on the way to self-destruction of its own business. This is just the dumbest thing. It used to be a really good restaurant. I can’t fathom what’s going on in the owner’s mind. Cutting corners and reducing quality is not the way to grow your business or even sustain it. I guess it is no different, maintaining a good reputation and sustaining good business are just not in the culture of Chinese restaurants here.

I highly recommend the chicken with long green chilis and the 3 cup chicken

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Volcano Roll, ck15 Traditions 3 Cups Chicken, Three Cup Chicken

I am visiting from NYC and needed to feed my family. We looked up a sushi restaurant and Yen's popped up. I am so glad we decided to dine here. The service was great and the food was excellent. We order a sashimi deluxe, naruto roll, shrimp pad thai, pea tips with garlic, chicken fried rice and chicken with broccoli. The sashimi was fresh. The naruto roll was tasty. Shrimp pad thai was perfect. Chicken and broccoli was percect. Chicken fried rice was percect. Nothing was overly salty and fhe quality of the food is perfect. We will definitely stop back if we visit again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chinese Pea Tips Fresh Garlic 蒜炒豆苗, Miso Soup

The sushi was very good. We also got crab Rangoon, egg drop soup, and kung pao chicken. All of which was very good too. This is was our second time dining here and we will dine here again in the future.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Volcano Roll

Quality: 5*
Taste: 5*
Service: 5*
Ambiance: 5*
Value: 4*

Was surprised a Chinese in the middle of nowhere. Even more surprised about the restaurant itself. It appears to be as asian fusion type restaurant. The ambient was great. The vibe is top notch. Modern design. Staff was helpful and willing. Restaurant was clean. And the foods were exceptional. Will definitely go back if we are in the area again. We are tourists.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5