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    Dolan’s Uyghur Cuisine

    4.4 (271 reviews)
    ModerateTurkish, Halal, Uzbek
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Dolan's Special Laghman
    Valerie C.

    My first time trying Uyghur food and it did not disappoint! My sister recommended this location after coming here many times before. We ordered the laghman, lamb skewered and shredded potato. Everything was very flavorful. I wish the portion sizes for the hand pulled noodles were slightly larger! They were well cooked and chewy in a light broth. I definitely want to come back and try the big plate chicken next time when I come with a larger party.

    Uyghur Polo
    Elizabeth H.

    Uyghur cuisine is delicious and interesting especially having the opportunity to be acquainted with its food and culture. We have been looking to try this restaurant for a while now and finally did for a late lunch. The Uyghur Polo, a traditional braised rice is a good starting point. It's flavorful with tender lamb, carrots, onion, and sweet raisins. It's usually prepared during gatherings. The Quyash Qatlima is another interesting Uyghur dish. A savory pie dish with ground beef, tomato, bell pepper and melted mozzarella. The Honey Cake looks tempting to try and so we did! It was light and not too sweet. The restaurant had a nice feel of a Central Asian atmosphere with colorful decor upon entering the restaurant. Service just needs a bit more attentive. It's definitely a good restaurant to go for its authentic Central Asian cuisine.

    samsa
    Sofia A.

    Absolutely phenomenal. I've been meaning to come here for ages, and was so excited when my friend suggested a lunch at Dolan's! I'm a tea snob, and I was blown away by their chai. The rose and cardamom took it to another level, and the glasses are old school glass. They remind me a lot of what my Iranian family uses. The food was equally stunning. Halal, excellent quality, and good portions. We ordered the chicken skewers, the hanging lamb pieces, the meat samsas and squash samsas, the naan, and the dumplings. Wow. We also shared the yoghurt and the cake slice for dessert, both of which were incredible. I really liked the restaurant's culture too---we had tea and naan for a while before ordering the many entrees (we were waiting on a few people), and did not feel rushed at ALL. Being able to order on our phones and go at a leisurely pace was amazing. Usually, it feels like most restaurants here in Irvine try to rush you out, but this place really made us feel welcome. Parking's a nightmare at this plaza, so I decided to park across the street and walk. It was nice to walk back to my car and digest a bit! Thank you to the wonderful staff at Dolan's! We had an amazing time, and will be back very soon.

    Jerry H.

    Overall a pretty good spot. The meats were all tender and the lamb wasn't gamey. The milk tea though didn't any tea flavor and was a bit too salty

    Anita L.

    Uyghur restaurants have come and gone in Irvine so I was super stoked to see another one pop up. I love Uyghur cuisine. I came here for lunch with my friend and we tried a bunch of items. I especially loved the lamb skewers!! We also had some of the bread and dumplings. Do not miss out on their desserts. The baklava ones are absolutely delicious!

    Small Plate Chicken
    Marian X.

    The food is definitely amazing here, it's a combination of Turkish and Chinese food. Small Plate Chicken: This dish comes with wide hand pulled noodles and the portion is big for "small plates." The chicken is braised with Asian spices(like five spice, peppercorns). If you cannot eat spicy food then ask for mild/ no spicy, it is a medium level spicy and numbing dish. There's also a boneless version for this dish. Highly recommended. Chicken Skewers: The chicken skewers are well seasoned with species like cumin. The chicken is juicy and tender. Really enjoyed the flavor of this dish. Highly recommend it. They also have lamb. Homemade Yogurt: A great dessert option. The yogurt itself is unsweetened with honey, nuts and dried fruits on top. It's creamy and not overly sweet. Tomato Eggs Laghman: The form of this noodle is similar to udon. It is super chewy and it is hand pulled/freshly made. The savory tomatoes and eggs poured on top adds a hint of sourness to this dish. Definitely recommend on trying their noodle selections. The restaurant is warm, modern, and beautiful. The service was outstanding. I would love to go back to try more of their menu options. Their portion is really good for the price. Great place to explore and try a different type of cuisine.

    Undercooked manty, raw dough inside
    Adele K.

    We waited about 40 minutes to almost an hour for the manty, and when they finally arrived, the dough was undercooked. The top was dry, and the inside was raw and clumped together. I even took them home and cooked them for another 20 minutes, but they were still raw. The waitress never came back to check on us, ask if we needed anything, or even offer more water. The only person who seemed to care was one male staff member. Very disappointing experience.

    Taranchi Laghman
    Edward S.

    Dolan's showcases the delicious cuisine of the Uyghurs, highlighting the flavors of Central Asia. Everything on the menu is amazing, be sure to start the meal off with some samsa and manta. Taranchi Laghman: The hand-pulled wheat noodles are chewy and sturdy. Diced bell peppers, celery, tomatoes, and onions are stir fried with beef. The fresh vegetables provide sweetness in contrast to the savory tomato gravy poured over the noodles. Dolan's Tower Kebab: This is definitely a showstopper! A tower of metal skewers has hooks holding one pound of lamb kebabs. The long thin strips of lamb are coated with black and white sesame seeds and the spices, especially cumin, provide an enticing aroma. The meat really is cooked to juicy perfection, at the correct point of tenderness that will please everyone at the table. Uyghur Goshnaan: This one is also a winner. The flatbread is grilled until golden, brown, and crispy. When you bite into this meat pie, the flavors of the tender beef, lamb, onions, black pepper, and spices will tickle you taste buds. Dining Room: The lavishly decorated space has booths and many large tables. Parking: This shopping plaza can get crowded with visitors for Trader Joe's, Omomo, and Wanderlust Creamery. After some jostling, you'll find a spot soon enough.

    Handmade noodle  Hand Cut Stir Fried Noodle with beef.  This portion smaller than what I expected but I love the marinade/ sauce
    Rue K.

    We ordered takeout. I saw this place next to Trader Joe's. The restaurant is really cute and good for date night I wanted to try the pie like Uyghur Goshnaan handmade bread filled with a savory blend of ground beef, tender lamb, onions, and black pepper ...this is so crispy thick and I crave this so much. Get this. I'm definitely getting this again or to go when I pass it The small plate of chicken plate is actually big. Can serve 3 ppl? Comes with a box of wide noodle. For value size and price wise. This is worth it. The beef stir noodle so yummy. Flavoring is potent and strong. But the portion is small. Kind of sad

    Uyghur Salad
    Jason T.

    What a gem! I love places like this that just introduce a whole new cuisine to your tastebuds. While the dishes and flavors felt very familiar, it was a nice surprise to try something different. Everything was very good from the chicken to the lamb skewers to the rice dish to the honey cake. This is somewhere you can keep coming back to and try new dishes. The restaurant is nice and laid back with very friendly staff. We luckily got a table quickly and I can't wait to return.

    Uyghur Polo
    Michelle C.

    First time trying Uyghur cuisine and would come back! Came for lunch and got seated pretty quick. Interior was pretty big and lots of tables and seats! Ordered the Traditional Laghman Noodles, Uyghur Polo, and the Uyghur Milk tea. Nothing mind blowing about the Laghman, was a pretty standard stir fried noodle. The Polo was what I would come back for though. Such a uniquely flavourful dish with very tender lamb chunks! Love this dish! We also tried getting the milk tea and although the menu does say salty, we didn't expect it to taste like straight up hot salty milk...could not taste the tea at all. Overall would definitely come back to try the other dishes too!

    Uyghur Goshnaan
    Alan S.

    A year since their soft opening and we finally made a return visit to Dolan's Irvine location. Service was courteous and friendly, but it was a hot day out and the dining area did not feel adequately air conditioned. Instead of serving ice water, we were given glasses of lukewarm water. It's not a good experience to sweat and perspire when you're trying to enjoy a meal. The Goshnaan and the Plate Chicken are still my fave dishes from their menu. Cucumber with Garlic was a nice and healthier addition to our meal. We also tried the Spicy Rice Noodle and Hand Cut Stir Fried Noodle, but both dishes were disappointing and bland. There has been noticeable improvement since their soft opening, but not enough to upgrade my review. They still have a ways to go to catch up to their sister restaurant in Alhambra.

    Samsa
    Eileen L.

    Tucked away in a corner of a very busy Irvine plaza! I've never had Uyghur food before but I'll definitely be back for more. I was blown away by the flavors and the noodle textures! I've been craving some good hand pulled noodles and this spot definitely delivered! A must try is the tower kebab! The lamb was cooked to perfection delivered with amazing presentation! The traditional laghman was yummy and my fave part of that dish of course were the noodles! The big plate chicken also came with noodles and the meat fell off the bones!! One item I'd skip is the naan. It felt too bready and was a lot for dense than I wanted. Overall the interior is nicely decorated and they have cool custom dish wear. Can't wait to come back and maybe try some of the desserts!

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    Delicious flavorful food! Ordered the Polo lamb and rice and fried noodles. Clean beautiful space too. Will definitely come back!

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