🇺🇸 Irvine UCI Hidden Gem Korean Cafeteria｜Yigah Restaurant

Located in a huge plaza in Irvine Known as one of the go-to cafeterias for many UCI students 🎓 I happened to be in Irvine for errands recently—how could I miss it? 1️⃣ Korean Fried Pork Cutlet They offer two options: regular fried pork cutlet and the special Kang Hodong-style pork cutlet Recommended: the extra-large pork cutlet that’s bigger than your face! 😲 Freshly fried, super crispy on the outside 🍛 Served with curry sauce infused with a squeeze of lemon 🍋 Comes with corn salad and rice 🌽 The portion is huge—perfect for sharing between two people 🥡 Sweet, tangy, and refreshing 💦 2️⃣ Spicy Braised Beef Short Ribs (Galbi Jjim) In my opinion, this is not just a Sun Nong Dan alternative—it’s a standout in its own right! 🔥 A flavorful feast of beef short ribs with bones and tendons 🐂 Simmered in a savory Korean chili paste sauce 🦴 Topped with rich, melty cheese and chewy rice cakes 🧀 No unnecessary fillers—just honest, generous ingredients 🥢 3️⃣ Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup) Lately, I’ve been loving nourishing, heartwarming soups 🍲 A whole young chicken stuffed with glutinous rice and chestnuts 🌰 Drinking the whole bowl leaves you feeling warm and comforted from within 🥣 Highly recommend trying this place if you’re visiting Irvine! Whether it’s flavor, portion size, or price—everything offers great value 👍 📍 Yigah Restaurant (Irvine location details) #CaliforniaLife #LALife #IrvineFood #KoreanFood #LAExploration #LADining #FoodieFinds