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YC's Mongolian Grill

4.3 (391 reviews)
ModerateMongolian, Chinese, Vegan
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Dane B.

"Stack It High, Watch It Fry at YC's" YC's Mongolian Grill in Gilbert feels less like a restaurant and more like an Arizona tradition. Established more than 30 years ago, YC's has built a loyal following across Valley locations including Tempe, Scottsdale, and Gilbert. The place was packed when our party visited, full of families, regulars, and longtime fans, which made sense when my husband shared that their Tempe location was his go-to spot back when he was a college student at ASU. It's casual, lively, and nostalgic -- the kind of place that clearly holds memories for many locals. YC's is known for its signature "bowl" concept, where you grab a bowl and build your own meal from a wide selection of noodles, meats, fresh vegetables, and countless sauces ranging from sweet to spicy. Stack it high, mix what you like, then watch your creation cooked right in front of you on a massive sizzling grill -- part dinner, part show. The food comes out hot, fresh, and simply yummy, exactly how you designed it. If you haven't been to YC's, give it a try -- build a bowl, stay awhile, and you'll see why people keep coming back with a satisfied tummy.

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Cindy J.

The food and selection here were amazing. I had not been to this restaurant before and they were great in helping us out with telling us how it all worked. I like that they had a separate little dessert area and I enjoyed the variety of selections. The sauces were interesting as they had some but I have seen more elsewhere and I've also seen a larger variety of meats elsewhere as well. But for the location and such it is a good place to go and it was decently priced. The place was clean inside, although the one restroom was a bit of a pain as we had to wait for someone to get out in order to use it. I wish they had at least two stalls in the restroom. I would definitely return here if I lived close by.

Build Your Own Bowl
Joe R.

I'd have to give 4 stars for YC's Mongolian Grill. I've been to several Mongolian grills before, many at a similar (or cheaper) price points, and most offer unlimited rounds, unlike the roughly $20 we paid here for a single round. While the single serving was definitely plenty of food, it does feel a bit high compared to other Mongolian grills I've been to. The restaurant was busy during the lunch rush. It's not outdated by any means, but it also didn't feel especially new or vibrant inside. That said, the staff was incredibly kind, insightful, and helpful, especially when answering questions about ordering and assisting with sauce combinations. There are lots of great mix-ins and toppings to choose from, though many of the sauces were fairly runny and pooled at the bottom of the bowl rather than sticking to the proteins, noodles, and vegetables. Not the best Mongolian grill dish I've ever had, but I would certainly eat at YC's again.

Danielle R.

Came back to YC's after not being here for quite a while, and per usual it was a great overall experience. The staff was extremely helpful! they assisted with making sauces and took the time to explain the different flavor options, which I really appreciated. As always, you've got to stack your bowl to the tippy top and let it overflow. that's part of the fun. The only downside is that they no longer offer to-go boxes unless you pay or the free soft-serve ice cream, which was such a nice touch before. I really hope they bring that back. Still a solid spot and worth the visit.

Me and almost all of my brothers meeting for lunch
Anthony M.

Went here for lunch with my brothers. We were greeted very warmly, and they helped the first timers with some "pro tips" for how to load your bowl and with the sauces. The food is amazing, fresh, and cooked right in front of you. And the diner is very clean. They even have outdoor seating. This is definitely a place to go with larger groups and get your money worth. You'll definitely get full, and probably be taking home leftovers.

Spicy Thai Bowl
Pat M.

Food is honestly not that amazing but the portions are pretty great. No matter how much sauce you put in the sauce bowl it will never have very much flavor.

Beverage line
Donn O.

Another great experience at YC's. The staff is equally as good as their food. Everything was stocked, looked fresh and prepared superbly. Don't pass this option up for a healthy family friendly experience.

Jamie B.

I've really missed this place, so I was thrilled to see it open again! YC's has always been my go‑to spot for a customizable, delicious meal. Being able to build my own bowl and watch it cook right in front of me is a treat, and everything tastes as amazing as I remembered. So happy it's back in the rotation--can't wait to go again!

Tofu noodles and veggies
Julie S.

First time here , very clean ,a lot of tables to sit at , greeted right away , told how to do it , was asked it needing help with the sauces , . After putting all our food in a bowl , and so many things to choose from , from beef,chicken to tofu, lots and lots of veggies , and so many combinations to of sauces to add -liked how it was labeled out , (what made the sauce) noodles as well , they grilled it smelled amazing as well as taste great -drinks and soup also if you wanted it , price was just right After sitting down they made a point of coming around asking how it was and if we needed anything , we will go back . Wasn't overly crowded-but people kept coming in

Food loaded into their takeout boxes ($0.50 each)
Kimberly P.

This was the first time dining at a place like this outside of the food court in the Bay Area malls. There were a variety of noodles, toppings, meats, and sauces to choose from. I love that they also had some suggested sauce combinations for you to try out. To control spillage, the sauces go in a separate bowl. You're able to pack your bowl and get quite a decent amount of food. My husband and I came here for lunch time and it was fairly packed. The line to cook your food goes fast and the food is cooked right in front of you too. Friendly atmosphere and great service. Keep in mind that takeout boxes are $0.50 if you can't finish your food. The experience was great overall.

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3 years ago

Decent food at best. Prices are very high and as I said the food is decent. Service was good and helpful.

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3 years ago

Great service and amazing food! We are long term customers of this location. Will always return.

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3 years ago

Friendly staff, good food. get a lot and you can take it and eat it tomorrow. But there is a $.50 fee for boxes.

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We love the fresh vegetables and variety of sauces. Such a great meal and you get so much there are a lot for leftovers

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Good food, a little pricey. They cook in front of you and that's something I enjoy, I will definitely go back

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This place is the best. Always friendly, eager to help and suggest. Thanks for being the best YC's in the state!!!!!

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Fantastic experience, thank you Maria! Will come back for the delicious food and great service

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Singing Pandas Asian Restaurant & Bar

Singing Pandas Asian Restaurant & Bar

4.5
(1.2k reviews)
8.2 mi
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We originally chose to eat at Singing Pandas because it was local and female owned. We ended up…read morebeing even more impressed with the manager lunch specials and how delicious the food was. We were also very happy with the value that we got for our food. We ordered a Kung Pao Chicken lunch special, a Chicken and Vegetable lunch special, and the Golden Fried Prawns appetizer. They have lunch specials that are from 11am-3pm Tuesday-Friday and are amazing. The entrees coming with an egg roll and soup or a salad (which were also both amazing). The service was spectacular. They kept our waters full and never kept us waiting. The food also came out exceptionally quick and they were happy to answer any questions. Lastly, the ambiance is great. They have nightly entertainment and comfortable seating that make this the perfect outing. There is plenty of light and it is the nice casual vibe for lunch or dinner. If you are looking for a new restaurant, this is for sure one to try.

Though this place looks super fun, we needed to get our food to go…read more We tried four items. - Mongolian Beef - Happy Family - Salt & Pepper Pork - General Tso Chicken The Mongolian Beef and Happy Family were our favorites. We thought the salt and pepper pork was too dry or overcooked. And it doesn't seem fair to rate general Tso as it's a fried dish and by the time you eat it 40 minutes later, it's not crispy anymore. It was pretty good as we threw it in the air fryer to crisp it up. The staff was friendly and our food was ready in about 12 minutes. I can see why this place is popular.

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Panda worship and takeout counter.
Panda worship and takeout counter.
Rice served with dinner.
Rice served with dinner.
The main dining room with tonight's live one man band.

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The main dining room with tonight's live one man band.
Wei wok

Wei wok

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Ok so check this out…read more.. I was omw home from my sister's house and had a mad craving for Chinese food, specifically the eggplant dish that most Chinese restaurants offer. I called about 2 places while I was on the road trying to find it. Those first 2 places didn't have eggplant anything and they didn't know what I was talking about. Now how in the hell do you not have it let alone not know what I'm talking about?! Needless to say, I can't remember what the names of those places were, but clearly they are not worth remembering. Moving on along here... Wei Wok Chinese Bistro was the 3rd place I called and thank God they had it!! I placed my order so I could pick it up before going home. They even had a house special fried rice that has everything in it. Check out the big shrimp they throw in it!! No skimping here! When I got to the restaurant, they had it ready and it came right out of the kitchen. I paid for it and couldn't wait to devour it when I got home. Let me tell you, this is the real deal and I was so damn satisfied I think I may have danced around my kitchen island, lmao!!! The weird part is, I never liked it in my younger days, but now I am all about it! Thank you, Wei Wok, for your awesome service and fresh food. I will be keeping this one in my rotation for any future eggplant cravings. And no, I can't hang with spicy dishes, as I have mentioned a thousand times, lol. It was made perfectly and I will for sure be going back again!! BOOM!!!!

Had an appointment in the area, we planned on Chinese food, so did yelp research and found this…read moreplace. Ordered online, food was ready when I arrived in 15 minutes. Even after the 35 minute drive home, food was delicious. Had: Orange chicken, and it was very good. Good quality chicken, not over sweet sauce and even a few slices of orange peel in the sauce. Beef chop suey, good size pieces of beef, perfectly trimmed, tender. Could have used some more vegetables. Bbq pork side, good portion of tender tasty pork. Chicken lo mein, Wife rated 5 out of five! Crab puffs crisp and tasty. Egg rolls the usual mediocrity. Good amount of food for the money. Packaging could use improvement over their styrofoam boxes, which leak. Definitely intend to return.

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Hours as of 12.21.2025
Hours as of 12.21.2025
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