Since first opening its doors in 1977, famous chefs and tastemakers have been raving about Yuet Lee’s legendary food. You can count Emeril, Anthony Bourdain, Jacque Pepin, Jackie Chan, Saveur Magazine and the New York Times among its satisfied customers.
Owner Sam Yu’s father spotted Yuet Lee’s corner location two years before they immigrated to the United States from Hong Kong. “You have to do it,” his father urged him. Sam was 18 years old at the time. Sam (pictured above) combined his parent’s surnames in order to name his new restaurant: Yuet after his father and Lee after his mother.
The food is on point, and the portions are generous. There are so many items to choose from here that the owner lists some of the most popular dishes on the wall. Beef chow fun, chicken in black bean sauce, curry beef brisket, and salt and pepper calamari dipped in spicy soy sauce are among those on the extensive and flavorful list. The food is mouthwatering!
The restaurant’s vibe is laid-back and cozy, but it can still seat large groups up to ten comfortably. Yuet Lee offers an early bird discount on weekdays, and they are open late on the weekends! So drop by to enjoy this hidden gem with friends and family, or feast on a hearty meal after a late night out.