Welcome to Yen Lin
Yen Lin is a beloved Halal Chinese restaurant located at 108 Goodmayes Rd, Ilford, UK. Celebrated for its rich Indo-Chinese offerings, Yen Lin captivates diners with an array of flavorful dishes, ranging from fiery Singapore noodles to delectable Manchurian fried chicken rice. Customers appreciate the dedicated service, especially praising team members like Hong, who ensure a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant’s emphasis on quality and spice shines through, with favorites like garlic chili prawns and crispy chicken earning high marks. While the ambiance may be simple, the outstanding food and attentive staff make Yen Lin a must-visit culinary destination.
Yen Lin: Reviews & Ratings
Pretty good food! Good service. Would definitely go again. It's not the fanciest or prettiest place but good food is good food. Ordered extra spicy for some of the dishes and yep, made me sweat! Totally worth it if it's your thing. I would avoid the saucy dishes. Just my opinion. The normal dry, crispy stuff is brilliant ! Singapore noodles and Manchurian fried chicken rice is also amazing!
Had a wonderful time at this Halal Chinese restaurant. It was my first time and we were not disappointed at all. Food was great, better then most Chinese I had over the last few years, and the atmosphere was good as well. Grils were great with the service, were very agile, quick to take the empty plates away and polite and helpful at the same time. I think the girl named Hong at the reception was their team lead and was managing it all very well. She was fast and very responsive and looked very experienced in dealing with a busy restaurant. Overall a great team effort backed up by great food. Highly recommended!
We went there for dinner and were very happy with the food that was served to us. Curries cost on average 10.5. We were five people so we took five main items in total and three portions of rice, two egg fried rice (7.5/10) and one special fried rice (9/10). For appetisers we had the calamari (6.5/10) and the prawn toasts (8/10). The ladies serving us recommended getting the garlic squid next time. The main dishes included Manchurian Chicken (7/10), Garlic chilli Prawn (9.5/10), Mongolian beef (5/10), crispy chicken (9/10), spicy beef (7.5/10). One of us ordered chicken and prawn chowmein (7.5/10) as well and that item was quite well made. As an additive to the dishes, they provide chilli oil (9/10) for free and garlic chilli oil (9/10) for 2.5. We recommend taking both as they enhance the taste of the food quite highly. The restaraunt is rather pricey with the bill for the five of us coming to a total of 96, costing each of us nearly 20. This total bill was without any drinks being ordered and any service charge added. Overall it is a good place for friends and family dinners and they are halal as well.
Been visiting yen lin for years the food and service is always fantastic. Highly recommend!
Been coming here for years, the food is great and menu has plenty of Indo Chinese dishes. Chilli mushrooms are a must try as is the veg fried rice!
As always, a pleasant experience. Customer service was very very good, food also was delicious, all dishes were well made. A bit disappointed with the Manchurian chicken, but spicy crispy chicken and others were really good. Good sized portions. Regular visits to this restaurant and will return. Fully Halal.
The Environment, The Staff and The Food - Deserves this five star rating. The food is cooked by a Chinese chef so that you get that authentic Chinese taste and the food is just Delllllllicious . I loved the crispy chicken (never miss this) and the Hot and Sour Soup recommended by a beautiful staff member was so so healthy and savoury.
Nice colourful restaurant, staff friendly polite and quick service. Crispy broccoli and aubergine very nice..would like to try crispy chicken next time...huge spring roll. 45 for two people. Had 5 dishes.
Location
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108 Goodmayes Rd, Ilford IG3 9UZ, United Kingdom Hotline: +44 20 8220 7171
Welcome to Yen Lin, a delightful dining destination nestled in Ilford, UK, at 108 Goodmayes Rd, IG3 9UZ. This Halal Chinese restaurant has carved a niche for itself among locals and food enthusiasts, celebrated for its vibrant flavors and fulfilling dishes. With a phone number for inquiries and reservations at +44 20 8220 7171, you won’t have a hard time planning your visit!
At Yen Lin, the philosophy is simple: good food is what ultimately matters. Though it may not boast the glitziest decor, the heartfelt meals speak volumes. Reviews flood in showcasing a consistent commitment to flavor and satisfying service. Patrons like Manish Patel rave about the intensity of the spicy offerings that make your palate dance, while others highlight the standout integrity of dishes like the Singapore noodles and Manchurian fried chicken rice, which have quickly become local favorites.
Customer experiences reveal an engaging atmosphere enhanced by the dedicated staff, particularly noting the swift and attentive service rendered by the team led by a remarkable host named Hong. J TheAndroidFreak captures this well, stating, “Food was great, better than most Chinese I had over the last few years.” This sentiment resonates through multiple reviews, with guests returning year after year not just for the food, but also for the friendly ambiance.
The menu at Yen Lin is expansive, showcasing an array of Indo-Chinese dishes that tantalize the taste buds and serve to please a diverse group of diners. Fardin Amad puts it succinctly: whether indulging in Garlic Chilli Prawns or enjoying a hearty bowl of Manchurian Chicken, culinary sophistication shines through. Each dish is complemented with innovative seasoning options, like the highly praised chili oil, amplifying flavors to unparalleled heights.
Returning customers, including Meera Patel and Rakesh Patel, commend the consistent quality and recommend must-try dishes like the Chilli Mushrooms and Veg Fried Rice. Clearly, Yen Lin is the perfect spot for family gatherings or cozy dinners with friends, where the offerings not only satisfy hunger but also create lasting memories.
If you’re on the hunt for authentic flavors combined with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, look no further than Yen Lin. Your taste buds will thank you!