My wife is Chinese and we are pretty particular about Chinese restaurants. This place passes muster on most scores. We take out 90% of the time that we order from them. Their dishes are well prepared and tasty. Their menu is a bit skewed toward American chinese food dishes for our tastes but they do them really well. We (I) especially love the hot and sour soup. They have a weird policy where, if you do take out, they don't give you the soup that you pay for that accompanies it per the menu. We get around that by ordering chef's specialities that come WITHOUT soup and have larger portion of the entrees. That way we don't pay for anything that we don't get. Then I order large soups separately. Very strange policy. But there it is..... Overall, we love this place. read more

I have tried their delivery service and their take out. I have to agree with the other yelpers the soup is not included with the lunch/ dinner entrees for delivery or take out. They charge an additional price if you want to add soup to go. In other words your paying for it twice. They need to reduce the menu price for delivery entrees or offer the soup. I ordered the sesame beef, beef lo mien, egg rolls and pork fried rice. The fried rice was pretty good. I'm use to eating fried rice with bean sprouts but I guess I should have asked them if it was an option. The beef lo mein was delicious . I love the sauce. Most places serve bland lo mein. Sesame beef is my favorite dish when ordering Chinese food and it had just a little kick of spice but it wasn't too spicy. The egg rolls are smaller than the average egg roll. Overall I really like the service and the food. Maybe the owner will read the comments and start offering soup for delivery. read more

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We have lived in DFW for almost 10 years and have yet to find a good Chinese restaurant. ....until now! We came across this place one night after bowling. We read the Yelp reviews and gave it a try and I am glad we did. We came in one night before closing and they were gracious enough to still serve us. The service was great and the food even better. I can't wait to dine there again! read more

Good food for the price, the hot and sour soup is the best in the area.

I really enjoy Ying Cafe when I need a cheap, fast meal. Their dinners are really reasonably priced, and are quite tasty. I really enjoy getting an appetizer or two and sharing a dinner, as their portions are generous. Some of my favorite meal starters are the Crab Rangoons, Hot & Sour Soup, and Dumplings. read more

Just another Chinese food joint. So far, nothing impressive... They have the worst wonton soup I've ever had! Broth is tasteless... They only give you ONE WONTON out of ton of veggies and blah-plain-chicken breast. I just pick out the tasteless wonton and give the rest to my dog. No offense, soy souce won't even help. read more

I had not ordered since my last review. I was actually embarrassed to serve this to my guest. Mall food court quality food. There is no way this was fresh. I am completely disappointed and will not bd ordering again. read more

I'm originally from CA (Los Angeles) and I've had some amazing and legitimate Chinese food. That being said its been a little difficult to find that in TX, until Ying's. Love the fresh food, love the super polite and friendly service. When you walk in it smells amazing. Makes my tummy growl just thinking about it. My only regret is I live literally walking distance and it took me over a year to notice this place. Thank you Yelp!! read more

We've ordered delivery/takeout from here multiple times since we've moved to the area. Once, dine-in. For some reason, the takeout is always better and the delivery driver is SUPER fast. But, it's delicious and I tend to stick with one chinese restaurant since they can be so hit or miss, and this is the one! read more

I really liked this place, but I just went there and there was a young man behind the counter taking orders, I wanted the Bar B Que spare ribs, $7.95 and 2 egg rolls, $2.80 order total should have been 10.75 plus tax, I was told that my total was $22.75, I asked how and he said that the prices had gone up, I was looking at an old menu, I picked up the menu on the counter and showed him the prices and he said he could not help that the computer was telling him $22.75, that is just plain dishonest, I was just in there last Friday and ordered the same thing from the lady that is always there, $10.75 plus tax, needless to say I did not purchase anything from there, that is a shame he could cost her to lose customers. read more

Great, authentic Chinese food! Dinner specials under $10 and lunch specials are great too! Egg drop soup is THE BEST I HAVE EVER HAD!

Sub par. The meat seems weird not fresh at all. And not much flavor to the sauce. My husband ate it. I made a sandwich

This place has been here a long time and has excellent food. They deliver nearby too. The dinner special is egg roll, soup, and enter for 7.95. A screaming deal! read more

Not just your average Chinese food place. The food is actually pretty good and they use quality ingredients. Now, its no P.F. Chang's but for a place with delivery they are my choice. I say, give'em a shot...I haven't been displeased with any of my choices of meals. Their Egg Drop soup is GOOD. read more

Absolutely love this place! We just moved out from Lubbock and this place isn't too far from our apartment. We have had it delivered and have sat inside to eat. With delivery it was prompt and still fresh and hot! When we sat to eat it was so delicious! Our waitress was sweet and loved our son. We've had different dishes there and all were tasty. I do wish they had spring rolls, but I can settle for beef. They are still yummy. I personally love the sesame chicken and my husband always goes for kung pao. Of course the little one hasn't complained. read more

Yep, not very good. Ordered delivery for the first time. Food tastes heavily overcooked and tasted as if someone is re-using old cooking oil over and over? I don't know, but the dishes all tasted like that. Crab Rangoon was leathery, either because it was way pre made and then reheated or steamed in some way either accidentally or on purpose. Lo Mein was definitely NOT FRESHLY MADE and tasted twice reheated and therefore overcooked. SESAME CHICKEN arrived SOGGY and with the breading falling off. Fortune cookies were good. I just cannot recommend this place and think this place may be taking lots of short cuts during prep and not cooking many of their dishes fresh when ordered. If they did, the food would have tasted much better I will not order from here a second time. Food is too expensive. read more

This is a really great little Chinese restaurant! They have an extensive menu and the food is prepared fresh unlike that panda place. I was really impressed with the service and the food. The price is fair as well. Highly recommended. read more

There aren't even words to describe how delicious their food is and the service is always amazing! Loved them since 2012 when I moved here from Florida. read more

Wait staff is friendly & attentive while not "hovering". Food is delicious & reasonably priced, always served hot & flavorful. Not a fancy place, but clean & comfortable. read more

We've ordered delivery several times & we have all loved our food! I am stuck on their flaming chicken! So good with generous offer portions of broccoli & mushrooms with the chicken! The heat is perfect! My daughter & husband both like the sesame chicken & the beef fried rice! They hit the market for consistency of flavor and we finally have our go to place for Chinese take out! read more

Extremely rude staff. They answered the phone with an attitude & we hung up on them. I know people have bad days, but that's to be left outside of work. Pretty disappointed bc we've ordered take out from here before & have dined in also & it was good. But we definitely won't be going back, ever. read more

Go here periodically and love the quality a little better options than other local oriental. Food always tastes well done though I usually only for carry out or too lazy to go to Howard Wangs in Southlake. read more

Delivery is really fast and prices are fair. I have to keep their menu for future orders because they are probably the best in this area, actually... I mean, it's Chinese take-out. I've had better but I have DEFINETLY had much, much worse so there ya go. My only grip is the egg rolls; they're the tiny kind, even if you buy them a la carte. But go into it knowing what it is and you'll do fine (I mean stick with your basics and know what take-out/delivery IS, and you'll be just fine). read more

Best take out/delivery Asian food I've had in awhile. Hot and sour soup was great. Chicken entrees use breast meat instead of thigh. Great dumplings. Had it delivered about 3 times and each time they were prompt, courteous and the food was hot. read more

Food is great! Fresh ingredients with good flavor. Very family friendly, service is excellent and friendly. Our family's go to place when in the mood for Chinese. read more

the BEST Chinese food ever. trust me. this has been my go to place my whole life! every portion always has enough for leftovers too :-)

I've been ordering Ying for years. The chicken with brocoli is my favorite. Delivery is usually very fast.

Food was very good great portions. They get two stars because they over charge your card by 12 then tell you it will be a temporary hold. I trusted that ordered from them a second time, with in a week. I kept my receipts and I had to dispute it with my bank as they never submitted the right amount. read more

Things I like is that the have lunch specials. Service is always good. I never been when it is packed, but the have nice size portions and shrimp toast. Nice variety on the menu and will make your food any way you want it . There is a little language barrier, but I have never had any issues. read more

Yelpers, I have trusted your suggestions, and yet again, you have been spot on! I thank you for this suggestion, and my full belly thanks you too! Hot, fresh, and flavorful. Did I mention the lunch special? Winning. read more

We had our food delivered. It was hot and fresh and arrived quicker than expected. We had hot and sour soup, egg rolls and chicken fried rice. All delicious! Portions are generous. Prices are good. We already plan to do it again. read more

Fantastic food in our area. Will deliver out of range for a small fee. Great service dine in or delivery.

I was sitting here at work starving. I have a handful of delivery menus. I read some of the reviews on here and decided to just go with it. Since it's 50/50. I was happy with the very speedy delivery. The food was blazing hot still. The sesame chicken is so basic it's hard to go wrong- it was tasty though. The shrimp fried rice was a 6 out of 10 because I compare it to living in Japan, California, and Guam which no one has been able to get a 10 to my liking in the USA yet. But, I would order again. No extra delivery charge. I just tipped. Good food, fast, tasty, and hot upon arrival. Thank you! Denton Highway Client read more

Used to be dependable place to get take out. Last few times we picked up our order there is always an item missing. Not fun when you have to drive back to the restaurant to retrieve your missing food. Always check your to go order before leaving this place. read more

Worst chinese food I have had. No taste . Food was watery sauce was bland and the fried rice was dried out .egg rolls are a joke.

We have been coming to Ying Cafe for lunch since 2005. Their lunch specials are great and include your choice of soup and rice, egg roll, dumpling, and a main dish. For a family of 7, this was the most affordable place for a delicious meal at a decent price. Highly recommend! read more

Sadly we have been coming here for years but it is not the same place. We were there on a Friday night and were the only customers (here's your sign). The tabletop was sticky, the salt and pepper shakers filthy and the food was barely edible. Will not be back. read more

Solid choice. Rarely crowded, but the people who know about this place will continue to go back. Good food, good selection, kind staff, quick service. read more

I have been a regular here for YEARS! They have the best rice noodle and sesame chicken in the entire world!!!! I get this every single time without fail.. they don't even hand me a menu anymore:) read more

Ying Cafe - Watauga - Favorite meal anywhere, anytime. - Chinese Near Me - Watauga, Texas

We ordered hunan beef with fried rice and pepper steak with steamed rice. This is the first time we've ordered from Ying Cafe but it will definitely not be our last. Everything was so good and flavorful. Delivery time was way less then they estimated and all of the condiments we requested were there. Speaking of condiments, if you're a fan of hot mustard ask for the homemade, you won't be disappointed! read more