Yin Yue — Restaurant in Columbus

As I walked into Yin Yue Restaurant, I couldn't help but feel a sense of nostalgia wash over me. I'd been coming to this beloved local establishment for 21 years, and it never failed to impress. I'd recommended it to countless friends and family members, and they all shared my enthusiasm.

My go-to order was always the Pepper Steak with White Rice and Egg Rolls. But what truly set Yin Yue's pepper steak apart was the unexpected addition of tomatoes. I'd never had it that way before, but now I couldn't imagine it without them. The freshness of the peppers, onions, and tomatoes created a crispy and chewy texture that made other pepper steaks seem dull in comparison.

The service was always "on the ball!" The staff were efficient and friendly, and I was always impressed by how quickly my food arrived. I timed it once – my egg rolls arrived just 2 minutes after I ordered, and my entrée followed 3 minutes later. The sounds of the staff taking orders and communicating with the kitchen were "quite amusing" and added to the relaxed atmosphere.

I was always pleased with the generous portion sizes, which made me feel like I was getting great value for my money. And despite being a loyal customer for over two decades, I couldn't think of a single area for improvement. Yin Yue Restaurant was a true gem, a "mom and pop shop" that consistently delivered exceptional food and service.

As I savored my delicious pepper steak and sipped on a cold Pepsi, I couldn't help but feel grateful for this little slice of culinary heaven. If you haven't tried Yin Yue Restaurant yet, do yourself a favor and go. Trust me, you won't be...

A great cornerstone of American-Chinese food in Columbus. Over 30 years of being a favorite of the locals and travelers.This is nowhere near mainstream buffet tastes or standards. So no peas and carrots used to stretch this fried rice! The location may be a bit unsavory if you're not from here but the restaurant is well lit and under secured monitoring at all times. Do not pass this gem up. The dining area is quiet and intimate, minus the constant flow of friendly people picking up carry out. Decorated with the paintings and drawings of the original owner, it's very genuine and historical. Truly a special treat at a reasonable price. I can honestly say I have tried many of their dishes and it's always a struggle to decide what to get next. Nothing taste generic or common. Their sauces and gravies are authentic to their style. The egg rolls are unparalelled! And growing up in this city I have tried almost every other place and their taste just can't be beat. A few suggestions; If you are are into vegetable dishes I say try their Vegetable Lo Mein, Mapo Tofu, or Vegetable Curry Chow Foon. For chicken, I would go with Wor Sue Gai, Sesame Chicken, or Cantonese Chicken Chow Mein. For Beef, I would try Steak Kew, or Pepper Steak with Tomatoes. I personally like that the tomatoes add a subtle tart layer of flavor. As for Pork, get the Sweet and Sour Pork, or a local favorite-Pork Egg Foo Young! There are so many awesome dishes to try here. Whenever I come into to town, this is a MUST. Please comment and let me know what's...

If you read "unpretentious" as I did, you might want an explanation. This is a small restaurant that barely has space to seat 20 people, and it'd be crowded. No ambience or privacy or ability to modify seating or tables. The menu is full-sized, however, and we tried a few things. The orange chicken with fried rice was as expected, just fine. The beef lo mein was different in that I'm used to thicker or fatter noodles. The beef was perfect and the sauce was okay, but it didn't stand out, and adding hot sauce provided didn't change anything for me. I had to get an egg roll because so many of the reviews praised it. It was okay. I have nothing bad to report outside of the small indoor space, and nothing outstanding as well. It was okay and...