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    Yu-Mei's Uptown China

    3.6 (586 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Soup, Seafood
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Jared W.

    There are a lot of Chinese restaurants in Seattle. I was excited to try this one as I've driven and walked by it so many times. I was unfortunately disappointed. I had ordered a beef lo mein dish. It wasn't terrible but compared to all of the dishes I've had at other places, the taste just wasn't right. My friends had their dishes and had said the same thing. Nothing tasted quite like it was supposed to. That being said the service was great. Our server was timely and helpful and our food didn't take long at all to come out. The inside looked nice (although a couple of the booths were a couple of tears in them). Knowing what else is out there I wouldn't come back but I guess if you're in the area and really want Chinese food, this place is here. Just lower your expectations.

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    Mark T.

    We're still superfans of Uptown China. This last time we even found convenient parking in back (usually it's super tight back there). We had the House Special Chicken, the Ma Po Tofu, Pot Stickers to start and Brown Rice. Best were the Pot Stickers and the Ma Po Tofu. The House Special Chicken could have been called House Special Water Chestnuts due to the mass quantities of them. We would like more different veggies please next time! In the booths, at least two of the upholsteries have holes in them, gulp! Our server was super nice and I was a fan of the 70s throwback music being played. Will we be back though? Of course we will.

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    Timothy H.

    I was optimistic about this Chinese restaurant, but unfortunately, I understand why it has such low reviews. The biggest problem was the food. I had their orange chicken, and I was able to also try their lo mein. Both quality in taste felt below restaurant standards. The orange chicken wasn't that flavorful and sweet. It cost $19 and it doesn't include a side of rice which is an extra $3. The lo mein was pretty standard. Both dishes tasted like fast food quality honestly. The service was good. The food didn't take that long to make an the server was nice. The prices of the food were high considering how low the quality is. The ambiance was okay. It had plenty of seating. But the style seemed plain. Unfortunately, I wouldn't come back here.

    Menu: appetizers, soups, rice & noodles, tofu & Veggies (sept '25)
    Skye P.

    Great for groups big or small, plentiful vegan options!! Huge portions, all delicious. The service was kind and swift, we were heathens and came in as a group of 10 without a reservation, they sat us without question, even moving tables when 2 more arrived! They split the bill easy at the end too. Half of us are vegan or vegetarian and the my have an entire vegan menu which made that easy. 3 of us shared the crispy eggplant and it was plenty. The spicy mushrooms had a delicious meaty texture too! I didn't try others dishes, but there were no complaints :) Friends remarked in the strength of the uptown margs, so could see this as a good pregame spot for a big night too.

    Amazing uptown Rangoon
    Caoimhe D.

    As always, we had a great lunch, and nice conversation. Our waitress, Doina was excellent with a beautiful smile. We felt welcomed in and enjoyed our time! This is always one of our favourite places to go for good Chinese! The music was really fun this time too!

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    Rima Z.

    Id give this à 3+. Good solid Chinese fare. Pleasant service, generous portions. The restaurant is well laid out and clean. Although we were there during a Krakens game and the place was full, we were seated and served quickly. We split an order of Singapore noodles, spice level 3. I did not find it overly spicy and the portion was easily split between the two of us. We were still a bit hungry so ordered some spring rolls. The filling was good, but the outside was a tad greasy. I'll come back to try some of the dishes I saw on the adjacent tables, especially that eggplant!

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    Barbara K.

    This is ok for plain Chinese food. I ordered Sesame Shrimp with Broccoli, and it was very bland, not much spice or taste. The broccoli that came with it was perfectly plain. Husband had Sweet and Sour Shrimp and thought it was good. They've apparently changed their spring rolls, so they're crunchier inside but not as tasty. As usual we had to go looking to pay the bill.

    Walnut Prawns.  A taste of heaven on earth.

    Uptown China is consistently fabulous! If you have never gone there and ordered Walnut Prawns you have missed a true flavor of heaven on earth. Honestly that good! You will thank me. The relaxed but polished atmosphere, fast service friendly owners and servers add to my five star rating. Go forth and try the Walnut Prawns! (Their other food is great too, in case you have shrimp allergy or want to just till Heaven to try the prawns...

    Christopher T.

    Overall good Chinese place to enjoy below Queen Anne area. Good foods, good services, clean place and no waiting on weekend, food portions are generous, and prices are okey. Took the kids here and they ordered the foods a they ate them all without complaining.

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    Diana C.

    5* for the food - we loved everything we ate 2.5* for the service - they were incredibly incredibly slow and we had to wave them down repeatedly for the check, the one server spilled the soup all over when she delivered it but didn't notice as she was rushing away because she was in such a hurry The ambiance was fine. Very normal. Overall this spot remains our favorite for the food because of the vegetarian menu and food quality. But that said we will probably stick to take out.

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    Amazing eggrolls, crab, Rangoon, potstickers, and Service. Was traveling and will definitely come back here next time I'm in Seattle.

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    Really good orange chicken, walnut prawn and pork fried rice. They have a cool little bar too.

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    Great food. Great atmosphere. Can't go wrong at Uptown China! Been going here for many years.

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    Ask the Community - Yu-Mei's Uptown China

    What time do the lunch specials end?

    Which vegan dishes do you recommend?

    Hi Daren, We have an amazing Plant Based menu that includes many tofu, Mock Duck and… Read more

    Does this restaurant use MSG?

    Hello, Yes, we do but you always have the option to ask your server to order your meal with no MSG.

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