YUP DDUK IRVINE — Restaurant in Irvine

Be ready for spice. Their Extra Mild would be spicy to someone who's not really used to Korean spices.

That being said, the extra mild was absolutely delicious, it was a perfect balance of sweet and spicy!

We got the Yup O for extra fish cakes that tasted amazing in their saucey broth. The mozzarella complements everything perfectly and gives a cooling saltiness to your bites!

And don't forget to order a banana milk with your meal, not only does it help calm down your palette from spice but the light creamy flavor compliments the cuisine so well.

I'm SHOCKED this place doesn't have 5x the reviews because this is absolutely a Unique and Must Try spot for food...

Super quick service, and the flavor hits home every single time!! Huuuge portion, like you could have 2-3 people share the tteokbokki alone and be super full I think. I’ve always gotten sides with the tteokbokki but have never managed to finish even with a group of 4 to be honest… speaking of, the tuna mayo rice is our favorite! We tried their soondae this time too which was pretty yummy. But honestly, beware.. it might be spicier than you think haha we always get the medium but I would compare it to an almost buldak/fire noodles spicy personally. Also?! We ordered to-go and ate it like an hour and a half later but the food was...

Eat Yup Dduk with me!!

Highlights of the menu: Yupdduk with ramen and mozzarella cheese Onion ring Rice ball with seaweed Banana low fat milk (to reduce spiciness)

This place is known for their huge spicy tokbokki bowls. They are good!! The location and ambiance is great for hanging out with friends, especially in a group of more than 2. It is a fun place to share this big bowl among your group!

The seating area when I went was so cute with the white flowers making it looks pretty. There are plenty of tables outdoor plus some tables indoor. Convenient food for after school/work. I live close-by so I will...