Winner of Diablo's Best of the East Bay Award, Uncle Yu's delivers Asian cuisine with a twist.
Innovative Asian cuisine enhanced with quality ingredients, paired with a Wine Spectator Award winning wine list, striking atmosphere and engaging service create the perfect dining experience.
Whether you desire a quick bite, a fantastic glass of wine, a meal with the family or a sommelier's wine paired dinner, Uncle Yu's delivers!
In addition to our dining room, we have a lively lounge and bar, a beautiful outdoor patio and a private room for special occasions and holiday parties.
We also offer take out, delivery and off-site catering.
Please join us and experience for yourself the pleasures of dining where east meets west and fine wines are playfully paired with the flavors of the Orient.
"Try the orange beef, seabass, and as many appitizeras you can afford. This place rocks! Been ther twice and can't wait to come back. I'm Vietnamese, my fiancee is Chinese and her father was a chef. We hate pf chaing and this place blew us away. I didn't ever think Chinese food could be gourmet but this place pulled it off."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Went there for lunch. Had a minor issue with hostess in regards to music level but immediately taken care of by server. Meal could not have been better. Ordered our usual of Szechwan Shrimp and Orange Beef. Orange Beef was not on the lunch menu but the did it for a small extra charge. Another terrific meal at Uncle Yu's, a restaurant that has amazing consistency."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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"First time there and had trouble finding where to park. Once I spotted the resturant by driving past it for second time I decided to park around the block. No spaces available nearby. The dinner, service and dessert was worth the trouble Getting there however!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"We (four of us) went here on a Friday evening. Our server was friendly and attentive. Kitchen was very, very slow. Took almost 45 minutes just to get our appetizer, over an hour before our dinner was served. The food, when it finally arrived, was good."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
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"Uncle Yu's is a great place for dining in downtown Livermore no matter what the occasion. Great, friendly and "Attentive Staff", great ambiance including extensive wine list and full service bar. Fantastic menu, specials and suggestions for group dining!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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"Uncle Yu's food is always excellent. You are never disappointed."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Always love a dinner out at Uncle Yu's in Livermore. The food and the staff are always wonderful!
We will be back often."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"My third time here and I just don't see why this place is so popular. It's always busy, and the wine list is pretty good, but the food is just average. Even the chef/sommelier tasting menu is just okay. Each time, the greeting at the front is just a blank stare with an implied "can I help you"? How about a hello, welcome, etc. I'm just not impressed and don't expect to return."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2005
Special Features: notable wine list
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"Had the Salmon Pizetti and Shrimp w/crabmeat appetizers and a glass of the J. Christopher Pinot Noir from Williamette, OR, Excellent meal."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"An upscale Chinese food experience. Food is really good, wine list is good, even better when somolier is on duty! A great place for dinner for two, or a big family dinner."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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"Our table was ready when we arrived and our server was very polite and friendly. The food was awesome, I had the Sea Bass and the portion was huge and perfectly cooked. The wine list was very extensive and reasonable."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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"Our server, Raphael, made our first time at Uncle Yu's memorable. Up beat, sincere & made perfect recommendations based on our conversation. We did not want a bottle of wine & I asked for a local sparking wine. Raphael promptly went in search of the sommelier, Nick, who filled my request. Any one who might be intimidated by speaking with a sommelier has nothing to fear here. We had the Kung Po Three Combo & the BBQ Sea Bass. I am a sea food lover & this Bass was absolutely amazing. The BBQ refers to the light delicious sauce drizzled on the plate. To round out the meal we had a bowl of vegetable chow mein. My other food passion is vegetables & they were outstanding. When was the last time anyone said a vegetable was outstanding."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"Essentially this spot is a classy version of the "PF Changs" with an exception to food quaility is far superior here. Great front-end staff, friendly, welcoming and respectful. Ambiance is desirable, dark wood, nice backlighting of the wine shelves and artwork. Decent bar drinks, well rounded wine list of your basics, and mainstream vintages. Typical mark-up's on and slightly higher margins on many of the cabs and Pino's. Friendly servers, sound working knowledge of the menu. I was impressed on the overall quaility of the seafood and produce. Clean, very fresh and prepared cuts. We came with a group of 8, great timing in regards to the food coming out fresh & hot. No one left-out waiting to eat with everyone. We will return!!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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"The restaurant was crowded, 6:15 on a Saturday night. Thank goodness for reservations. Decor was very upscale and what we can see the wait staff wore black and white. We were seated right away, received our water, were asked if we wanted to order wine which we did not. Then we saw NOBODY for what seems 15 mins. We did get a promo-on the house appetizer- we did not order. It was very good. Still nobody came to take our order. We saw the maitre de and grabbed him. He took our order- you can see he wasn't prepared because he wrote it on his hand! Surprising the order was correct and very delicious. He also comped the fried rice. We will return, maybe not on a Saturday night."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Great place for a girls night out!! We had a mini bridal shower for my sister and the staff was very helpful and all around great!!! Can't wait to come back!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"This is always our spot for special occations. Livermore is up and comming on the dining scene. We found this place by accident about 5 years ago. On Valentine's Day they had a special menu 3-course with an option of wine parinings. Great customer service, they called ahead to remind us about the reservations."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Given all the reviews I have written about this outstanding restaurant, it is difficult to find words to describe the incredible food, service, and value this restaurant provides without repeating myself. So I would like to mention consistency.
We have never had a bad meal or dish here despite the number of times we have dined at Unfle Yu's. I honestly can't say that about most of the other restaurants we have dined at, including some priced much higher than Uncle Yu's. I am also considering the service. Some of visits have been better than others. A dish may be superb on one visit and just excellent on another visit. Service can also vary in the same way. It is never mediocre or poor.
It is a destination worth going out of you way f"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch
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"Always a favorite with us...great food, perfectly prepared. Its especially tough to hold the bar high for big nights like Valentine's Day - but Uncle Yu's shined!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"The best chinese food in the area by far! The staff is always friendly and helpful. We brought our 4 year olds and 7 year old and it was fine but I would go on the early side with kids because it does have a romantic feel to it."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"This is the best restaurant for wine lovers and also serves great food. The prices are very reasonable and the service is always fantastic. I return here as often as possible"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"I can see why this is such a popular place - the food was amazing, service excellent, and ambiance was perfect. A happening restaurant that we definitely needed reservations for."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Uncle Yu's in Livermore is great and will not disappoint. When food is brought to table, they explain most everything on the plate to ensure you know what you are eating and to answer questions you might have. I like this extra step!
We ate in at the restaurant which for me was a bit dark (due to my eyesight and not the restaurant"s issue). Appetizer plate for two is a good sampler. Our main course was the General Tao. It is the perfect blend of heat and flavors.
This is definitely my new favorite place for take-out when time doesn't permit us to stay and eat."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"The food is very good. Service is bad. The waiter refil the water once to 2 customers only we are 9 people in our groups. Water do not have ice it's a lil warm. I have a coke and my drinks were NEVER refill. THe waiter is too slow getting our orders and he is slow bringing our foods and drinks. I will not recommend this place."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2013
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"My wife and I celebrated our anniversary there last week-end. We heard about this place via Open Table. Everything was perfect. We took the 5 Course Dinner with wine pairing ... it was awesome. Really happy to have found this place. We will return for sure."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Sometimes the food comes out too quickly and you feel like you have eaten so fast. They do not pace it or ask you if you would like to pace it, so if you don't want everything all at once be sure and let them know."
Dined on 12/21/2012
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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