Yen Ching Restaurant
2840 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
805-682-7191
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My sister-in-law likes this place for some reason, so I've been there half-a=dozen times. Three times we've found hair in our dishes. We almost always have to ask for a simple refill on water. The food is okay . . . maybe 3 1/2 stars, but it's not good enough to make up for the poor service and sanitation concerns we have when we find hair in our dishes. What else might be in there . . . and are their kitchen tools and hands clean?
A Genuine Dining Experience Providing Authentic Chinese Cuisine
- General Info
- We at Yen Ching restaurant would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to a genuine Chinese dining experience. The type of traditional oriental cuisine that you do not have to fly halfway around the world to the exotic Orient of Asia to enjoy. The kind of pleasure you can experience locally right here in your own community at the Yen Ching Chinese restaurant. The Yen Ching has a wide selection of traditional dishes on the menu as well as a buffet. We are open daily, 7 days a week, so you are welcome any time.The whole culinary delight of China which distinguishes Asian from European cooking depends on the exquisite art of mixing and blending of colors, aroma, flavors and the texture of food. Among the four regional culinary styles, the northern gourmet of Peking has been crowned as the King of Chinese cuisine, reflecting the fact that the emperor and his courtiers recruited the best chefs in China and encouraged them to develop new dishes. Being committed to the culinary art of living, we, Northern Chinese, wish to share with our guests the wonderful appreciation for this delicious and culinary art of living. Our courtesy and cooking will certainly make your visit a most enjoyable experience to remember.The Yen Ching Chinese restaurant has been in business since July 1986 and is one of the older establishments in town. We have strived to dedicate ourselves to bringing our patrons some of the best Mandarin and Szechuan cuisine here in lovely Santa Barbara, California. In August 2005 the Yen Ching transferred ownership and underwent some interior remodeling. The current owners of the Yen Ching restaurant are Joe Tzeng - Master Chef with over 25 years of serving traditional Mandarin and Szechuan delicacies - his wife Mei-Li, and two side partners. These proprietors have over a century of experience in Chinese cuisine and hospitality. All our ingredients, dishes, and preparations are freshly served with your dining experience in mind.
- Extra Phones
Fax: 805-687-7786
- Hours
- Regular Hours
Mon - Sun: - Categories
- Chinese Restaurants, Asian Restaurants, Banquet Halls & Reception Facilities, Buffet Restaurants, Family Style Restaurants, Restaurants, Seafood Restaurants, Take Out Restaurants
- Payment Options
- Price Range
- $$
- Neighborhoods
- Upper State, Samarkand
- Languages
- Chinese, English
- Other Information
Parking: Lot, Private
Wi-Fi: No
Bike Parking: No
Attire: Casual
Good For Groups: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Take Out: Yes
Cuisines: Buffets, Asian, Family Style, Take Out, Seafood, Chinese
Alcohol: Beer, Wine
Takes Reservations: Yes
Outdoor Seating: No
Price Range : Average