Welcome to Asian Gourmet Kitchen
Hidden within the bustling 99 Ranch Market in Irvine, CA, Asian Gourmet Kitchen offers a delightful array of Taiwanese dim sum, impressing customers with its quick service and improved food quality. With an extensive menu featuring dishes like soy sauce chicken, salt chicken, duck, and pork belly, this gem stands out for its generous portions and affordable prices. The star dish, you tiao dou jiang, reminiscent of flavors from China, is a must-try. From the scrumptious sesame balls to the flavorful egg drop soup, every bite is a delightful journey through authentic Asian flavors. Don't miss out on this culinary adventure at Asian Gourmet Kitchen.
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15333 Culver Dr Ste 800 99 Ranch Market Irvine, CA 9260415333 Culver Dr Ste 800 99 Ranch Market Irvine, CA 92604 Hotline:
Welcome to Asian Gourmet Kitchen, a culinary gem located in the bustling 99 Ranch Market of Irvine, California. This unverified yet highly praised destination specializes in Taiwanese dim sum, offering an enticing array of dishes that continue to capture the hearts of local foodies and newcomers alike. With its convenient location at 15333 Culver Dr Ste 800, Asian Gourmet Kitchen has established itself as a go-to place for quick and delectable meals.
What sets Asian Gourmet Kitchen apart is not just the speed of service—many customers have noted that seating is almost immediate, thanks to the establishment's recent expansion. The quality of food has noticeably improved, and patrons appreciate the reasonable prices given the variety available. Whether you're visiting for breakfast or a late lunch, you are sure to find something to satisfy your cravings.
From succulent soy sauce chicken to perfectly crispy duck, the menu at Asian Gourmet Kitchen reads like a love letter to authentic Taiwanese cuisine. The culinary team takes great pride in their offerings, ensuring that each dish is prepared with freshness and attention to detail. Signature items, such as amazing you tiao dou jiang (Chinese crullers with soy milk) and indulgent sesame balls filled with sweet red bean paste, speak volumes about the restaurant's commitment to culinary excellence. Customers rave about dishes that evoke fond memories of their homeland, providing a taste of China that feels both comforting and nostalgic.
Moreover, the generous portion sizes at Asian Gourmet Kitchen delight all who dine here. Many patrons have shared experiences of leaving with leftovers after indulging in the satisfying 3-entree combo, exemplifying the value this kitchen offers. The affordability of selections—like the popular 2-item combo priced at just $5.99—makes it an attractive option for both casual diners and large groups looking for a hearty meal without breaking the bank.
It's also worth noting that the atmosphere is lively yet welcoming, making it an ideal stop for family gatherings or a swift meal on the go. While some customers have mentioned minor service hiccups, the overall experience remains positive, which is reflected in the numerous five-star reviews. With many patrons expressing their desire to return, Asian Gourmet Kitchen is indeed a place where flavor meets affordability. It's time you embark on your culinary adventure here—your next favorite dish might just be a bowl away!
Service is quick, seating is almost immediate, food quality has gotten much better. They have added extra seating and most large parties are usually seated in the back (so that's appreciated). Price is reasonable for all the variety and since its usually busy, food remains pretty fresh and kept tidy! They even have senior pricing!
This is a hidden gem. Just let the butcher know what you want. You can choose the soy sauce chicken, salt chicken, duck, pork belly. Their duck is so good and everything is a decent price. Plus you don't have to wait in line unlike sam woo's next door
I have been going here for as long as I can remember. AMAZING you tiao dou jiang, reminds me of China. Get there early if you want it for breakfast because it sells out quick. Their duck is super good, egg drop soup is really good, sesame balls with red bean paste are insanely delicious. Everything is oily but it's Chinese food so eh what do you expect. There's a bakery next door too that's pretty good if you want something like 85 degrees.
5 Stars because the portions were huge, price is very affordable, and it was delicious. My boyfriend and I came here to get some snacks and then I wanted Chinese food so he and I decided to take a look. We both eat a lot, but nonetheless, the 3-entree combo was more than enough. We were both surprised when we saw her dumping in huge amounts. Too much that the 3rd side choice was put in a separate container. And it comes with a little cup of soup! I think it was all around $7.50 with tax. Pretttyyyy nice. Definitely coming again when we are craving some fast food Chinese food. Hehe
Affordable! 2 item combo is only $5.99 plus tax. If you're in a rush and want something fast or you want to be nice to your wallet then this is the place to come. I often come here inside of the BBQ express in sam woo (next door) because gourmet kitchen takes credit cards! Food is usually good and they give you a lot of different choices. Besides entrees, they also have breakfast as well if you come early in the morning. 4 stars because they close pretty early and some of the employees have attitudes. Nevertheless, it's a place to go when you want affordable and fast Chinese food. A lot more authentic then Panda Express that's for sure!
Randomly found this hole in the wall/jewel on a random day Tasty Garden was closed for no apparent reason. It is located in the 99 Ranch Market food court area. I was impressed by the selection, prices, and most importantly their dim sum offerings that extend to 7:30pm! They sold out of pork shu mai by the time I was there though so I'd have to come back. I definitely recommend the noodles over the rice as the rice was the only thing that was bland/underwhelming I got from two 3-item orders. The male staff was kind of grumpy/grouchy but I don't typically care for that kind of stuff and was able to order mostly by pointing (even though I do speak their language, Cantonese).
YUMMY IN MY TUMMY!! ***Located INSIDE 99 RANCH MARKET!** So I'm surprised this place doesn't have it's own yelp page yet, because this place is a total hidden gem. I actually shouldn't be writing a review because now the line will be longer than ever. Forgive me lover! So the only reason why I know of this place is because lover says he always sees a long line, out the door for breakfast on the weekends. He's eaten here for lunch but never for breakfast. So we wanted to check this place out and see what the hoopla was all about. The first time was 2 weeks ago and we came close to lunch. Good and bad? The food was 1. Amazing, delicious, tasty! 2. It was hella cheap. The bad was that we came so late that there wasn't much left. But whatever was left, was again... YUMMY!! We had: -fried dumpling 4 stars -green onion pancake 4 stars -leek pocket 4.5 sars! -salted soybean 5 stars!! My ultimate favorite of those dishes is the salted soybean "drink". I've had others before where they make it sweet soybean milk or tofu desserts but never salted soybean. This is the second place where I've had this and this totally blew me away! Even lover who's accustomed to this type of dish says this place makes excellent salted soybean drink. So to describe it, it has chunks of tofu, with tiny diced pickled cabbage, dried shredded pork, and my favorite is the crunchy crullers. It has good depth, seasoned well, and my favorite, EXTREMELY affordable!! So I can go on and on about the delicious food they cook here but then you'll be here forever. **Also Warning! Please don't look at the pictures I took because it isn't very easy on the eyes. The food is not aesthetically pleasing on the eyes but don't let that fool you! That's why I say if you're willing to be adventurous and try new food, this is something worth trying. I've been back for a second time and it was still good. Muy Bueno!!!