Amazing. Really, really amazing. Considering the area, there is just no other place that comes close. The Beijing Duck is absolutely astonishing- with a nice beer or a glass of plum wine it's worth writing home about. Split one with your table today. The dumplings are great, the staff is friendly, there's not much else to say except go now! If I'm 100% honest, no it's not the best Chinese in the world, I've had better- but then again I can only say that because I've been in a restaurant where I was regularly the only person speaking English. If you've ever wanted to get away from normal takeout and try "real" Chinese, this is a must. Nice place, nice staff, very good food.
(5)
Clint R.
My wife and I eat here whenever we get a night out without the kids. The food is very fresh and tasty. The only reason that I didnt give it a 5 is because it is located in a strip mall and I am an atmosphere guy.
(4)
Serena T.
My husband and I were looking for Chinese delivery in the Robinson area and found this place through Yelp. It's in the same shopping center as Home Goods (across from Ikea). My husband got the chicken lo mein and I ordered the kung pao (bow) chicken as I wanted a bit of spice to my dish. We also got spring rolls. While the delivery option was convenient for us, and the spring rolls were crispy and tasty, I was disappointed in the kung pao. Rather than tasting like kung pao chicken (spicy and flavorful with peanuts) it was sweet and sour tasting and had no spice at all. There were peanuts but that's as close as it gets for resembling kung pao chicken. I would try them again, only because of the convenience and will try something else and hope that it tastes like how it should.
(3)
Kristen H.
This is my favorite ma po tofu in pittsburgh! I love Ya Fei. It's a strip mall restaurant, but its really good. Their sushi is really decent also. I don't know that I'd make a specific trip for this restaurant, but as I work in the area I def will continue to order from them for lunch!
(4)
Hamed A.
This Chinese spot is very clean. Service is attentive but can be a little slow even though we were literally the only people at the restaurant. VERY basic standard sushi...nothing special. The main dishes however on the menu are pretty exceptional! Simply delicious! Would not go back for the sushi...but the main menus foods are pretty on-point and worth a second try.
(3)
Maura U.
The sushi is great. Not outstanding, but great, especially from Pittsburgh. I had excellent and quick service, and everything went smoothly. For standard Chinese takeout, the quality is a bit better than some, but you will be paying for it.
(4)
Kurt A.
Nothing all that special. The egg rolls were unusually crispy and definitely fresher than average. The Kung Pao (Kung Bow on the menu) was a little too bland. There was definitely enough heat, but the sauce just lacked a robustness that is usually expected. I would definitely go back again, but for the prices (well above your average Chinese joint), I would rather head to Sewickley or downtown for a meal.
(3)
Bobbie V.
They Deliver!!! and the Sushi is amazing :) Where I work we are always trying to find places that deliver since there isnt really enough time to go somewhere to get something... and I am very glad we found this place... wonderful food and courteous employees!
(5)
Jason M.
Easily some of the best sushi in and around the Pittsburgh area and for a very reasonable price. The Pad Thai is also excellent. My wife and I can get out of there stuffed and taking leftovers without spending a fortune.
(4)
Nicole M.
It pains me to write a 2 star review for Ya Fei because the service is AMAZING. I had really high expectations after reading the glowing Yelp reviews and was even more convinced that my experience would be awesome when the staff was super sweet and attentive as soon as I walked in to the restaurant. My boyfriend and I went in for takeout on a Saturday night and it was fairly dead because of the Pens game. We selected sushi combos and were offered drinks and snacks while we waited. The host who took our orders was super chatty and knowledgeable about the menu. 5 stars for service. Unfortunately, we got home and found the food to be inedible. The wonton soup (me) and miso soup (boyfriend) tasted off and the fish was extremely stinky and rotten tasting. Even the rice tasted 'off'. The leaves in the salad were wilted. Usually when sushi is subpar, I finish it anyways, but the food from Ya Fei was so foul that we did not eat it for fear of getting food poisoning. I would have gone back to return it if it was not a 20 minute drive. Sushi is just a fraction of their menu (and is not even a Chinese food, technically), but it is all I have to base my review on.
(2)
Todd C.
Great Chinese food in Robinson. I'm not personally a fan of sushi, but from all my friends that have ordered it there have been no complaints. It's a bit pricey for Chinese food, but then again you get what you pay for. Some of my favorites are the Crispy hot shredded beef, Amazing Chicken, Spicy Hunan Chicken and the Garlic Green Beans.
(5)
Tony G.
We were here just a few hours ago. Didn't feel like making a family dinner for just us and the 5 year-old. This place really let us down. Bad on nearly every point. First it was a pretty cruddy looking place to eat. 1960's tables, out of place paintings and horrible lighting. 2nd They had pop and alcohol nothing kid centered like milk or juice (they did have tomatoe juice) these first two were signs, just small things. 3rd my coke was mainly carbonated water. Being in the Christmas spirit I didn't want to complain I just ordered a separate sprite. That sprite barely had any syrup in it just nasty seltzer water. By this time I wanted to pay for the drinks and leave but the wife talked me into staying. 4th the food was generic, not bad just no different than the foodcourt at the old mall. 5th we had no assigned waitress just a young girl an older woman and a man all interchangeing jobs. The man brought us our food. My wife and I ate quickly as it wasn't comfortable and we wanted to leave. As I was chewing the guy asked if we needed boxes "no that's ok" then he asked if we were done. Obviously my daughter wasn't and I was chewing. So by that I thought he meant do we want the check. I said yes and he took all our plates. .. still food on all of them and my daughter and I were even chewing. Well they have is the $ 50 check (for general tsos, honey chicken, and a side of rice and lo mien). Id like to tell you they were at least quick on refills but I wouldn't know because even the soda sucked to the point we didn't drink it.
(1)
Matt S.
The best Chinese food in Robinson and one of my favorite places to eat in the whole city. The portions are huge and delicious. The prices are on the higher end compared to a lot of Chinese restaurants, but the big portions make it worthwhile. I usually get 2 meals out of each visit. We have ordered delivery from here a few times as well and it's never as good as when you get it in the restaurant although that really shouldn't be a surprise. I definitely recommend that you eat there, especially if it's your first visit.
(5)
Darren W.
Last weekend, Kay and I were returning a piece of furniture to IKEA and needed grub, so we headed to Ya Fei, an Asian restaurant that fights to the last against Robinson's many chains and stands tall. Now, we both found Ya fei's steamed dumplings to be a touch underwhelming despite their heft. Each dumpling was about as big as a toddler's fist but were filled with a dry pork that resembled bad chorizo sausage in flavor and mouthfeel. Methinks they forgot to add the eggs. Everything was aces when it came to the entrees, however. Large portions, ones that were easily fit for two, graced our plate. Enter: Pineapple Shrimp and Pineapple Duck. In both cases, weighty fresh chunks of juicy, tropical temptation along with bell peppers, carrot, onions, broccoli, and snap peas surrounded either plump, popping shrimp or crisp, lardy, candied duck. Fluffy, generous helpings of white rice served as beds for each dish, but when we ran out of rice, we had no problem devouring the remaining vegetables, fruits, and proteins. With so much on our plates, we bypassed desserts and took what remained of our meals home. Ya Fei is not everyday Asian cuisine; it is truly gourmet, done graciously, brightly. And it is in a suburban strip mall. Go figure.
(4)
Patrick P.
I have eaten here twice on my Pittsburgh Adventures. The fool is really tasty. As recommended - I have tried many and look to try more. There is nothing I can say negative about this place. You should quit messing around and try it.
This is a staple on our dining. My son and I love this place. As an 8 year old sushi and Chinese aficionado this is his favorite place. The Won Ton soup is very simple but very good. From the Moo Shu to the Amazing Chicken if is all wonderful. The ownership has always been very welcoming and aside from one or two unhappy servers the overall service is very good. The atmosphere is not the greatest but it is welcoming. It is the best Chinese in the Robinson/airport area.
(4)
Susan W.
Second time I've been there this week (just discovered it on Thursday, so cut me a break!). I hate chain-Chinese, so this was a pearl in Robinson Township. And to add to the wonderful service, the food is consistently very good. The Moo Goo Gai Pan and the Velvet Chicken Corn Soup are outstanding. I would have no problem recommending this restaurant to anyone.
(4)
Rebecca M.
In full disclosure, this review is about my takeout order, so I cannot speak to the venue, service, or ambiance. I can speak to the food though, and it was very good! I had the steamed dumplings and the Philly roll. The dumplings were cooked nicely and served with the standard sauce, but the filling seemed much more flavorful than I typically find. My standards for sushi have gone down quite a bit since moving from the Pacific Northwest, but using my Pittsburgh sushi standards as a baseline, I very much enjoyed my Philly roll. It looks like they have some good lunch specials too that I will have to try!
(4)
Angie L.
I admit, this place was tough to find. It didnt help that google maps did not take me to the right place. Once i found it though, I was glad i ordered from here! The take out order didn't take much time at all, the food was fairly priced and awesome portions. Its above average compared to the generic "american chinese" restaurants. Needless to say, I am super picky about chinese food and this is a place I would definitely order from again.
(4)
May C.
My hubby and I went here after a long trip back from California on Easter Sunday. Most restaurants were closed, so we decided to try this place. And we left with huge smiles on our faces. The manager there is incredibly friendly, and attentive. He even checked to see if the temperature in the table area we were seated at was comfortable enough for us! He even had the waiter attend to my infant. If that wasn't enough, the food was superb! The serving size is plenty, and the dishes are very flavorful. We love Chinese food (Asian food in general) but with good Chinese food, we typically run across very crappy service. Not here, the food and the service was impeccable. We are definitely going to go there again when we are near... Yum!
(5)
Lyn P.
Go for the dumplings and the duck. We had sushi here too, which was fine, but seriously, dumplings. duck. That is all.
(4)
Ricardo T.
This definitely qualifies as a hidden gem in the vast Robinson shopping complex of Malls, strip malls, and big box stores. Tucked away between knick knack central (Kirkland's) and Verizon Wireless (give or take a couple store front), this particular Chinese/AsianPacific restaurant doesn't jump out at you at first glance. Upon entering there's a greeter (both times I've eater there its been a very nice lady) and you get promptly seated. Again...even at this point it seems pretty standard fare...a nice sit down place that serves Chinise/Asian/Pacific foods. Once you actually sit down and read the menu...that's when you start thinking...hmmmm there's more to this place that meets the eye. From pricey dishes to the basic chinese-food stables in the affordable plates section...we tried all major proteins and rice/noodle combinatios with success. The food was served quickly and piping hot out of the stove. Quality and flavors were definitely excellent. I can't wait to go back and try something different!
(4)
Jake Z.
Ya Fei is tucked away in one of the many faceless plazas that makes up Robinson Town Centre. It has a nondescript sign and could easily be passed on as "just another Chinese restaurant". In this case, you'd be wrong. Ya Fei handles Chinese food and "Pacific Rim" dishes with a tastefulness not often found amongst the neon signs of box retail establishments. The food is obviously prepared by a chef who knows his craft and is eager to show his patrons. It does not suffer from what I call "soy sauce syndrome" which a lot of Chinese businesses succumb to; so many Chinese restaurants, in an attempt to appeal to the often bland American palette, cover their food in soy sauce to the point where everything shares the same salty, dull taste. Ya Fei is fresh, tasty, and can be as bold as you want it. Their sushi is also expertly made by a professional. Right next door is a Japanese steakhouse that boasts twice the price, half the taste. I love their dumplings and their kung bao chicken. The hot chilies in the kung bao are absolutely fiery when eaten but add a delicate spiciness if left as a garnish. Their "pre fixe" menu is also a great way to eat amazing food at a slightly lower price. It includes appetizer, entree, and desert. I cannot recommend Ya Fei enough to anyone who is tired of the same boring Chinese food that you seem to find in most suburban neighborhoods. Robinson being a huge victim.
(4)
Kay E.
OMG, the pineapple duck and shrimp were sooo delish! I'm surprised this place is in Robinson. I wasn't crazy about the dumplings though, but minor gripe.
(4)
Kelly W.
Mike Lin joined the restaurant as the sushi chef last year. He is above, and beyond, the best sushi chef I have ever experienced. In fact, I followed him to Ya Fei from another restaurant. Stop in and meet him and you can order off the menu. But once you get to know him, visit him on a week night when they restaurant is not as busy as a weekend and tell him your budget for the night and let him prepare a meal for you, off menu. Nothing, and I mean nothing, compares to the experience. Ask him to show you his photo books of some of his work. You also can order take out or a party platter for events that will leave your guests craving more. The owners are also very nice people, and the service is very good. This place is a hidden gem for sushi!
(5)
renee b.
Great food and great service.
(5)
James T.
The quality of the food was superb. However, I do wish they had more variety of Chinese dishes.
(5)
Jessica M.
I've only had sushi here, so I can't comment on the rest of the food, but the sushi is delicious and presented well. I had the sweet potato tempura and california rolls. I finally went here on the recommendation of what seemed like a million people telling me that their food was great. It's a quiet little place that probably gets lost in the shuffle of everything going on in Robinson. But it's been around forever, and with good reason.
(4)
Brittney A.
Great food and amazing service. The best Chinese food!
(5)
Tracy M.
Just love love love their hot and sour soup, best I've ever had!!!! Food is way above average for Chinese food. Staff is ok, hard to get water refills, but all in all we go here for lunch and never get a bad meal
I took one of my guests from the UK to this restaurant. We tried their Sushi and Sashimi and it was made to order. The quality of ingredients used was fresh and the ambiance was very mellow.
(4)
A M.
What would possess us to brave Robinson Towne Center on a Saturday afternoon? Well, the answer is we needed to buy a fryer to make fried macaroni and cheese balls for a party we were attending that night, but that's another story. However, I've been meaning to try this Chinese restaurant for quite some time, not so much based on its reputation, but based on the fact that the owner (Kathy Chen) is married to "Richard Chen". If "Richard Chen" sounds familiar to you it was the ambitious foray into high end Asian food that attempted to find its footing in the East End (East Liberty to be exact). It was easily the most anticipated restaurant opening in Pittsburgh that I can recall and lasted less than a year after a lot of hype. Incidentally in the same space, a pretty good Asian restaurant ("plum") with a well stocked sushi bar. Richard Chen is the chef at Wing Lei in the Wynn. It's pretty much regarded as the base Asian restaurant in North America and the only Asian restaurant in North America to receive a Michelin star. We got here mid afternoon yesterday and we avoided the lunch rush. The restaurant itself is pretty non-descript and it's located in a strip mall just like thousands across the country. We were greeted quickly by Kathy Chen I think and walked past a small sushi bar to a large dining room with a few other couples. The server was quick to take our drink order and we began to look at the menu. I was pretty disappointed initially because most of the more interesting dishes were not offered on the lunch menu, such as "walnut puffed shrimp", "Beijing lamb" and "Steamed Fish". I guess I can understand the need for a pared down lunch menu. We were primarily stuck with pretty traditional Chinese and sushi options. I started with the spicy crab salad, which was okay...It had good flavor, but unfortunately was much more lettuce than crab. Annie tried the chicken corn soup, which was "velvety" and better than usual. I also sampled some sashimi, specifically "white tuna" and "salmon". The sashimi was excellent. It was cut perfectly, extremely fresh and they were generous in the portion size bringing 4 pieces of each and not the 3 indicated on the menu. Next we shared the fried pork dumplings, which were pretty good but nothing memorable. Finally, Annie ordered general tso's chicken with only white meat, which they were happy to accommodate for only $1 more. It was fine, again nothing too special. The service overall was efficient and maybe a little rushed, but no big deal. The prices were very reasonable, especially for the lunch special. I was surprised to notice they also deliver. This is a perfectly acceptable Chinese restaurant with good value and service and a little above average food. I probably won't go out of my way to visit again, but I'm glad I at least tried it. It seems Richard Chen doesn't have much influence on this little Pittsburgh spot. I guess I'll have to try his place next time I'm in Vegas for the authentic experience.
(3)
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Address :Robinson Town Centre,1980 Park Manor Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA, 15205
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
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Generally, Chinese use dark meat small bones and organs to cook dishes but this changes when you are eating American-Chinese fusion food prepared using white boneless meat cooked with broccoli, carrots and onions. Back in China, the food is less spicy and oily as they favor steaming and braising method for cooking the most popular dishes. So, if you have a taste for authentic Chinese food, then try finding a real Chinese restaurant in the city. You can also try the most popular fusion Chinese food like Pecking Duck, Chicken Feet, Hot Pot, Shrimp Dumpling Soup, Mapo Tofu, Wontons, Chop Suey, Egg Rolls and not to forget Fortune Cookies.
There are not many restaurants in America serving authentic Chinese food. A little research on Restaurant Listings directory can help you locate the best Chinese restaurants in the city. Chinese cuisine is continuously evolving, and you can find a variety of dishes categorized as the food for lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, vegan, vegetarian, and diabetic friendly. So, if you have a group of friends with different taste patterns, save the hassle and visit the nearest Chinese restaurant in your city.
Gary H.
Amazing. Really, really amazing. Considering the area, there is just no other place that comes close. The Beijing Duck is absolutely astonishing- with a nice beer or a glass of plum wine it's worth writing home about. Split one with your table today. The dumplings are great, the staff is friendly, there's not much else to say except go now! If I'm 100% honest, no it's not the best Chinese in the world, I've had better- but then again I can only say that because I've been in a restaurant where I was regularly the only person speaking English. If you've ever wanted to get away from normal takeout and try "real" Chinese, this is a must. Nice place, nice staff, very good food.
(5)Clint R.
My wife and I eat here whenever we get a night out without the kids. The food is very fresh and tasty. The only reason that I didnt give it a 5 is because it is located in a strip mall and I am an atmosphere guy.
(4)Serena T.
My husband and I were looking for Chinese delivery in the Robinson area and found this place through Yelp. It's in the same shopping center as Home Goods (across from Ikea). My husband got the chicken lo mein and I ordered the kung pao (bow) chicken as I wanted a bit of spice to my dish. We also got spring rolls. While the delivery option was convenient for us, and the spring rolls were crispy and tasty, I was disappointed in the kung pao. Rather than tasting like kung pao chicken (spicy and flavorful with peanuts) it was sweet and sour tasting and had no spice at all. There were peanuts but that's as close as it gets for resembling kung pao chicken. I would try them again, only because of the convenience and will try something else and hope that it tastes like how it should.
(3)Kristen H.
This is my favorite ma po tofu in pittsburgh! I love Ya Fei. It's a strip mall restaurant, but its really good. Their sushi is really decent also. I don't know that I'd make a specific trip for this restaurant, but as I work in the area I def will continue to order from them for lunch!
(4)Hamed A.
This Chinese spot is very clean. Service is attentive but can be a little slow even though we were literally the only people at the restaurant. VERY basic standard sushi...nothing special. The main dishes however on the menu are pretty exceptional! Simply delicious! Would not go back for the sushi...but the main menus foods are pretty on-point and worth a second try.
(3)Maura U.
The sushi is great. Not outstanding, but great, especially from Pittsburgh. I had excellent and quick service, and everything went smoothly. For standard Chinese takeout, the quality is a bit better than some, but you will be paying for it.
(4)Kurt A.
Nothing all that special. The egg rolls were unusually crispy and definitely fresher than average. The Kung Pao (Kung Bow on the menu) was a little too bland. There was definitely enough heat, but the sauce just lacked a robustness that is usually expected. I would definitely go back again, but for the prices (well above your average Chinese joint), I would rather head to Sewickley or downtown for a meal.
(3)Bobbie V.
They Deliver!!! and the Sushi is amazing :) Where I work we are always trying to find places that deliver since there isnt really enough time to go somewhere to get something... and I am very glad we found this place... wonderful food and courteous employees!
(5)Jason M.
Easily some of the best sushi in and around the Pittsburgh area and for a very reasonable price. The Pad Thai is also excellent. My wife and I can get out of there stuffed and taking leftovers without spending a fortune.
(4)Nicole M.
It pains me to write a 2 star review for Ya Fei because the service is AMAZING. I had really high expectations after reading the glowing Yelp reviews and was even more convinced that my experience would be awesome when the staff was super sweet and attentive as soon as I walked in to the restaurant. My boyfriend and I went in for takeout on a Saturday night and it was fairly dead because of the Pens game. We selected sushi combos and were offered drinks and snacks while we waited. The host who took our orders was super chatty and knowledgeable about the menu. 5 stars for service. Unfortunately, we got home and found the food to be inedible. The wonton soup (me) and miso soup (boyfriend) tasted off and the fish was extremely stinky and rotten tasting. Even the rice tasted 'off'. The leaves in the salad were wilted. Usually when sushi is subpar, I finish it anyways, but the food from Ya Fei was so foul that we did not eat it for fear of getting food poisoning. I would have gone back to return it if it was not a 20 minute drive. Sushi is just a fraction of their menu (and is not even a Chinese food, technically), but it is all I have to base my review on.
(2)Todd C.
Great Chinese food in Robinson. I'm not personally a fan of sushi, but from all my friends that have ordered it there have been no complaints. It's a bit pricey for Chinese food, but then again you get what you pay for. Some of my favorites are the Crispy hot shredded beef, Amazing Chicken, Spicy Hunan Chicken and the Garlic Green Beans.
(5)Tony G.
We were here just a few hours ago. Didn't feel like making a family dinner for just us and the 5 year-old. This place really let us down. Bad on nearly every point. First it was a pretty cruddy looking place to eat. 1960's tables, out of place paintings and horrible lighting. 2nd They had pop and alcohol nothing kid centered like milk or juice (they did have tomatoe juice) these first two were signs, just small things. 3rd my coke was mainly carbonated water. Being in the Christmas spirit I didn't want to complain I just ordered a separate sprite. That sprite barely had any syrup in it just nasty seltzer water. By this time I wanted to pay for the drinks and leave but the wife talked me into staying. 4th the food was generic, not bad just no different than the foodcourt at the old mall. 5th we had no assigned waitress just a young girl an older woman and a man all interchangeing jobs. The man brought us our food. My wife and I ate quickly as it wasn't comfortable and we wanted to leave. As I was chewing the guy asked if we needed boxes "no that's ok" then he asked if we were done. Obviously my daughter wasn't and I was chewing. So by that I thought he meant do we want the check. I said yes and he took all our plates. .. still food on all of them and my daughter and I were even chewing. Well they have is the $ 50 check (for general tsos, honey chicken, and a side of rice and lo mien). Id like to tell you they were at least quick on refills but I wouldn't know because even the soda sucked to the point we didn't drink it.
(1)Matt S.
The best Chinese food in Robinson and one of my favorite places to eat in the whole city. The portions are huge and delicious. The prices are on the higher end compared to a lot of Chinese restaurants, but the big portions make it worthwhile. I usually get 2 meals out of each visit. We have ordered delivery from here a few times as well and it's never as good as when you get it in the restaurant although that really shouldn't be a surprise. I definitely recommend that you eat there, especially if it's your first visit.
(5)Darren W.
Last weekend, Kay and I were returning a piece of furniture to IKEA and needed grub, so we headed to Ya Fei, an Asian restaurant that fights to the last against Robinson's many chains and stands tall. Now, we both found Ya fei's steamed dumplings to be a touch underwhelming despite their heft. Each dumpling was about as big as a toddler's fist but were filled with a dry pork that resembled bad chorizo sausage in flavor and mouthfeel. Methinks they forgot to add the eggs. Everything was aces when it came to the entrees, however. Large portions, ones that were easily fit for two, graced our plate. Enter: Pineapple Shrimp and Pineapple Duck. In both cases, weighty fresh chunks of juicy, tropical temptation along with bell peppers, carrot, onions, broccoli, and snap peas surrounded either plump, popping shrimp or crisp, lardy, candied duck. Fluffy, generous helpings of white rice served as beds for each dish, but when we ran out of rice, we had no problem devouring the remaining vegetables, fruits, and proteins. With so much on our plates, we bypassed desserts and took what remained of our meals home. Ya Fei is not everyday Asian cuisine; it is truly gourmet, done graciously, brightly. And it is in a suburban strip mall. Go figure.
(4)Patrick P.
I have eaten here twice on my Pittsburgh Adventures. The fool is really tasty. As recommended - I have tried many and look to try more. There is nothing I can say negative about this place. You should quit messing around and try it.
(4)Will H.
We randomly stopped in for dinner as my wife and I were in the area and Chinese food sounded good. Overall, I'm glad we did. A quick glance at the menu was a little overwhelming, as Ya Fei is hardly a "Chinese" restaurant. They really touch on bits and pieces of nearly all of the East Asian cuisines, which makes the menu a little excessive. Since it was our first visit, we went a kind of nuts and tried too many items. Some of it was excellent, some was okay. For one, any place that serves scallion pancakes always makes me happy. They were great. The tempura vegetables were pretty standard and I'm not sure if they were good enough to order again, but they weren't bad by any means. We ordered some of their sushi, and I thought it was really good. I'd like to try more of their sushi offerings next time to truly gauge how good it is, but I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the fish and selection on this visit. Plus, the sushi chef that was working that day was the person who greeted us and sat us. He was incredibly nice, and pulled my wife's chair out for her. He also came back to check on how we liked the sushi even though we were in the dining room area. My entrée was really the only disappointment, but I know that it had everything to do with me not ordering white meat for my orange chicken. I just don't like the chewy dark meat they default to, and the textures just killed any shot of enjoyment. I also wasn't a huge fan of their orange sauce, so I might just steer clear of the orange chicken altogether in the future. My wife's chicken and broccoli was really good, though. Overall, I think the food can be hit-or-miss with such an unfocused menu, but the great service, polite staff, and decent food will make sure we keep Ya Fei in mind next time we're hungry and in Robinson. I can easily see this place deserving a 4-star rating, but for now, I have to stick with a 3 until I find the right entrée(s).
(3)Michael V.
This is a staple on our dining. My son and I love this place. As an 8 year old sushi and Chinese aficionado this is his favorite place. The Won Ton soup is very simple but very good. From the Moo Shu to the Amazing Chicken if is all wonderful. The ownership has always been very welcoming and aside from one or two unhappy servers the overall service is very good. The atmosphere is not the greatest but it is welcoming. It is the best Chinese in the Robinson/airport area.
(4)Susan W.
Second time I've been there this week (just discovered it on Thursday, so cut me a break!). I hate chain-Chinese, so this was a pearl in Robinson Township. And to add to the wonderful service, the food is consistently very good. The Moo Goo Gai Pan and the Velvet Chicken Corn Soup are outstanding. I would have no problem recommending this restaurant to anyone.
(4)Rebecca M.
In full disclosure, this review is about my takeout order, so I cannot speak to the venue, service, or ambiance. I can speak to the food though, and it was very good! I had the steamed dumplings and the Philly roll. The dumplings were cooked nicely and served with the standard sauce, but the filling seemed much more flavorful than I typically find. My standards for sushi have gone down quite a bit since moving from the Pacific Northwest, but using my Pittsburgh sushi standards as a baseline, I very much enjoyed my Philly roll. It looks like they have some good lunch specials too that I will have to try!
(4)Angie L.
I admit, this place was tough to find. It didnt help that google maps did not take me to the right place. Once i found it though, I was glad i ordered from here! The take out order didn't take much time at all, the food was fairly priced and awesome portions. Its above average compared to the generic "american chinese" restaurants. Needless to say, I am super picky about chinese food and this is a place I would definitely order from again.
(4)May C.
My hubby and I went here after a long trip back from California on Easter Sunday. Most restaurants were closed, so we decided to try this place. And we left with huge smiles on our faces. The manager there is incredibly friendly, and attentive. He even checked to see if the temperature in the table area we were seated at was comfortable enough for us! He even had the waiter attend to my infant. If that wasn't enough, the food was superb! The serving size is plenty, and the dishes are very flavorful. We love Chinese food (Asian food in general) but with good Chinese food, we typically run across very crappy service. Not here, the food and the service was impeccable. We are definitely going to go there again when we are near... Yum!
(5)Lyn P.
Go for the dumplings and the duck. We had sushi here too, which was fine, but seriously, dumplings. duck. That is all.
(4)Ricardo T.
This definitely qualifies as a hidden gem in the vast Robinson shopping complex of Malls, strip malls, and big box stores. Tucked away between knick knack central (Kirkland's) and Verizon Wireless (give or take a couple store front), this particular Chinese/AsianPacific restaurant doesn't jump out at you at first glance. Upon entering there's a greeter (both times I've eater there its been a very nice lady) and you get promptly seated. Again...even at this point it seems pretty standard fare...a nice sit down place that serves Chinise/Asian/Pacific foods. Once you actually sit down and read the menu...that's when you start thinking...hmmmm there's more to this place that meets the eye. From pricey dishes to the basic chinese-food stables in the affordable plates section...we tried all major proteins and rice/noodle combinatios with success. The food was served quickly and piping hot out of the stove. Quality and flavors were definitely excellent. I can't wait to go back and try something different!
(4)Jake Z.
Ya Fei is tucked away in one of the many faceless plazas that makes up Robinson Town Centre. It has a nondescript sign and could easily be passed on as "just another Chinese restaurant". In this case, you'd be wrong. Ya Fei handles Chinese food and "Pacific Rim" dishes with a tastefulness not often found amongst the neon signs of box retail establishments. The food is obviously prepared by a chef who knows his craft and is eager to show his patrons. It does not suffer from what I call "soy sauce syndrome" which a lot of Chinese businesses succumb to; so many Chinese restaurants, in an attempt to appeal to the often bland American palette, cover their food in soy sauce to the point where everything shares the same salty, dull taste. Ya Fei is fresh, tasty, and can be as bold as you want it. Their sushi is also expertly made by a professional. Right next door is a Japanese steakhouse that boasts twice the price, half the taste. I love their dumplings and their kung bao chicken. The hot chilies in the kung bao are absolutely fiery when eaten but add a delicate spiciness if left as a garnish. Their "pre fixe" menu is also a great way to eat amazing food at a slightly lower price. It includes appetizer, entree, and desert. I cannot recommend Ya Fei enough to anyone who is tired of the same boring Chinese food that you seem to find in most suburban neighborhoods. Robinson being a huge victim.
(4)Kay E.
OMG, the pineapple duck and shrimp were sooo delish! I'm surprised this place is in Robinson. I wasn't crazy about the dumplings though, but minor gripe.
(4)Kelly W.
Mike Lin joined the restaurant as the sushi chef last year. He is above, and beyond, the best sushi chef I have ever experienced. In fact, I followed him to Ya Fei from another restaurant. Stop in and meet him and you can order off the menu. But once you get to know him, visit him on a week night when they restaurant is not as busy as a weekend and tell him your budget for the night and let him prepare a meal for you, off menu. Nothing, and I mean nothing, compares to the experience. Ask him to show you his photo books of some of his work. You also can order take out or a party platter for events that will leave your guests craving more. The owners are also very nice people, and the service is very good. This place is a hidden gem for sushi!
(5)renee b.
Great food and great service.
(5)James T.
The quality of the food was superb. However, I do wish they had more variety of Chinese dishes.
(5)Jessica M.
I've only had sushi here, so I can't comment on the rest of the food, but the sushi is delicious and presented well. I had the sweet potato tempura and california rolls. I finally went here on the recommendation of what seemed like a million people telling me that their food was great. It's a quiet little place that probably gets lost in the shuffle of everything going on in Robinson. But it's been around forever, and with good reason.
(4)Brittney A.
Great food and amazing service. The best Chinese food!
(5)Tracy M.
Just love love love their hot and sour soup, best I've ever had!!!! Food is way above average for Chinese food. Staff is ok, hard to get water refills, but all in all we go here for lunch and never get a bad meal
(4)Amin A.
Very good clean place to eat. Attentive service the server was on top of his game. Got spicy tuna, shrimp avocado, and shrimp tempura sushi rolls. The sushi was well made and tasted very good. We also got an entrée with noodles curry tomatoes chicken and tofu... Was very tasty. It was the Friday entrée!
(4)Dev S.
I took one of my guests from the UK to this restaurant. We tried their Sushi and Sashimi and it was made to order. The quality of ingredients used was fresh and the ambiance was very mellow.
(4)A M.
What would possess us to brave Robinson Towne Center on a Saturday afternoon? Well, the answer is we needed to buy a fryer to make fried macaroni and cheese balls for a party we were attending that night, but that's another story. However, I've been meaning to try this Chinese restaurant for quite some time, not so much based on its reputation, but based on the fact that the owner (Kathy Chen) is married to "Richard Chen". If "Richard Chen" sounds familiar to you it was the ambitious foray into high end Asian food that attempted to find its footing in the East End (East Liberty to be exact). It was easily the most anticipated restaurant opening in Pittsburgh that I can recall and lasted less than a year after a lot of hype. Incidentally in the same space, a pretty good Asian restaurant ("plum") with a well stocked sushi bar. Richard Chen is the chef at Wing Lei in the Wynn. It's pretty much regarded as the base Asian restaurant in North America and the only Asian restaurant in North America to receive a Michelin star. We got here mid afternoon yesterday and we avoided the lunch rush. The restaurant itself is pretty non-descript and it's located in a strip mall just like thousands across the country. We were greeted quickly by Kathy Chen I think and walked past a small sushi bar to a large dining room with a few other couples. The server was quick to take our drink order and we began to look at the menu. I was pretty disappointed initially because most of the more interesting dishes were not offered on the lunch menu, such as "walnut puffed shrimp", "Beijing lamb" and "Steamed Fish". I guess I can understand the need for a pared down lunch menu. We were primarily stuck with pretty traditional Chinese and sushi options. I started with the spicy crab salad, which was okay...It had good flavor, but unfortunately was much more lettuce than crab. Annie tried the chicken corn soup, which was "velvety" and better than usual. I also sampled some sashimi, specifically "white tuna" and "salmon". The sashimi was excellent. It was cut perfectly, extremely fresh and they were generous in the portion size bringing 4 pieces of each and not the 3 indicated on the menu. Next we shared the fried pork dumplings, which were pretty good but nothing memorable. Finally, Annie ordered general tso's chicken with only white meat, which they were happy to accommodate for only $1 more. It was fine, again nothing too special. The service overall was efficient and maybe a little rushed, but no big deal. The prices were very reasonable, especially for the lunch special. I was surprised to notice they also deliver. This is a perfectly acceptable Chinese restaurant with good value and service and a little above average food. I probably won't go out of my way to visit again, but I'm glad I at least tried it. It seems Richard Chen doesn't have much influence on this little Pittsburgh spot. I guess I'll have to try his place next time I'm in Vegas for the authentic experience.
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