Yen Ching is a popular family-owned Chinese restaurant with multiple locations in Virginia. For over 30 years, they have been serving up classic Chinese dishes made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Their extensive menu features over 150 items including flavorful entrees, soups, appetizers, and more.
This comprehensive guide will take you through Yen Ching’s menu categories so you can discover authentic Chinese cuisine at its finest.
Authentic Chinese Cuisine: Exploring The Yen Ching Menu
Appetizers to Start
Yen Ching’s appetizer selection includes all the classics like egg rolls, dumplings, and crispy wontons. These bite-sized plates are perfect for sharing.
Egg Rolls
The egg rolls are filled with pork, cabbage, carrots, and glass noodles then fried to golden perfection. Each order comes with 4 rolls and Yen Ching’s signature duck sauce for dipping.
Price: $5.95
Vegetable Egg Rolls (Vegetarian)
For a meatless option, try the vegetable egg rolls packed with cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts and glass noodles. Served with duck sauce.
Price: $5.95
Crab Rangoon
These crispy dumplings are filled with a creamy blend of crabmeat and cream cheese. It’s a customer favorite at Yen Ching. An order includes 5 dumplings.
Price: $6.95
Fried or Steamed Dumplings
Choose between fried or steamed dumplings filled with ground pork and vegetables. An order includes 8 dumplings, perfect for sharing.
Price: $7.95
Scallion Pancakes
These pan-fried pancakes are made with scallions layered into a crispy dough. Cut into wedges and served with soy-vinegar dipping sauce.
Price: $5.95
Crispy Wontons
Minced pork and shrimp wontons fried until golden brown. Served with sweet and sour sauce for dipping.
Price: $6.95
Soups and Salads
Yen Ching offers a range of hot soups and fresh salads to start your meal.
Egg Drop Soup
A basic egg drop soup with chicken broth, spinach, and ribbons of egg.
Price: $3.50
Hot and Sour Soup
A spicy, sour soup made with bamboo shoots, tofu, egg, and mushrooms. Topped with scallions.
Price: $4.95
Wonton Soup
Brothy chicken soup filled with pork wontons, shrimp, and garnishings of scallions and cilantro.
Price: $5.50
Egg Flower Soup
A savory chicken broth with spinach, carrots, bamboo shoots, and egg ribbons.
Price: $4.50
House Salad
Fresh salad greens with carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, and croutons. Served with ginger dressing.
Price: $5.95
Mandarin Chicken Salad
Grilled chicken, mandarin oranges, sliced almonds, chow mein noodles, and romaine lettuce. Tossed in a sesame ginger dressing.
Price: $8.95
Chef’s Specialties
Indulge in one of Yen Ching’s chef specialties featuring fresh seafood, tender meats, and flavorful sauces.
Moo Shu Pork
Sliced pork stir-fried with shredded cabbage and mushrooms. Served with hoisin sauce and warm pancakes.
Price: $12.95
Mongolian Beef
Tender slices of beef sautéed with scallions in a savory brown sauce. Best over rice.
Price: $13.95
Kung Pao Chicken
Diced chicken wok-tossed with peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers in a spicy Kung Pao sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $12.95
Szechuan Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp stir-fried with celery, carrots, and onions in a bold Szechuan chili sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $15.95
Hunan Fish
Filets of tender fish stir-fried with broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, and spicy Hunan sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $16.95
Salt & Pepper Squid
Crispy fried squid tossed with onions, chilies, and salt-pepper seasoning. An off-menu favorite!
Price: $14.95
Chicken Entrees
Yen Ching offers a variety of classic chicken dishes, from crispy orange chicken to spicy General Tso’s.
Orange Chicken
Crispy fried chicken bites in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. A takeout favorite! Served with rice.
Price: $12.95
General Tso’s Chicken
Fried chicken pieces glazed in a sweet, spicy sauce. Served with steamed broccoli and rice.
Price: $12.95
Sesame Chicken
Crispy fried chicken coated in a sweet sesame glaze. Served with rice and broccoli.
Price: $12.95
Lemon Chicken
Tempura fried chicken breast with lemon sauce. Served with steamed rice and vegetables.
Price: $13.95
Cashew Chicken
Diced chicken sautéed with cashews, snow peas, carrots and water chestnuts in a brown sauce.
Price: $12.95
Chicken with Broccoli
Sliced chicken and broccoli stir-fried in a savory brown sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $12.95
Beef Entrees
Savor thinly sliced beef paired with crisp veggies in flavorful sauces over rice or noodles.
Beef with Broccoli
Flank steak and broccoli in a brown garlic sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $13.95
Pepper Steak
Sliced beef sautéed with onions, peppers, and tomatoes in a brown sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $13.95
Beef Chow Fun
Wok-tossed sliced beef with rice noodles, bean sprouts, and scallions. A Cantonese favorite!
Price: $12.95
Mongolian Beef
Already described in the Chef’s Specialties section.
Price: $13.95
Beef with Garlic Sauce
Thinly sliced beef with mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and spinach in a garlic sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $13.95
Seafood Entrees
The fresh seafood options at Yen Ching include shrimp, scallops, squid and more.
Shrimp with Lobster Sauce
Shrimp braised in a savory sauce with egg, diced vegetables, and hints of lobster flavor. Served with rice.
Price: $15.95
Kung Pao Shrimp
Spicy Kung Pao shrimp with peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers. Served with rice.
Price: $15.95
Shrimp with Snow Peas
Shrimp stir-fried with snow peas, mushrooms, water chestnuts, and carrots in a light sauce.
Price: $15.95
Scallops with Garlic Sauce
Tender scallops wok-tossed in a rich garlic sauce with spinach. Served with rice.
Price: $17.95
Squid with Salt & Pepper
Crispy seasoned squid. Already described in the Chef’s Specialties section.
Price: $14.95
Seafood Bird’s Nest
Shrimp, scallops, squid, and veggies on a nest of crispy noodles. Topped with a savory sauce.
Price: $17.95
Fried Rice and Lo Mein
Build a complete meal with Yen Ching’s popular fried rice and lo mein noodle dishes.
Vegetable Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice with carrots, peas, onions, and egg. A vegetarian favorite!
Price: $9.95
Chicken Fried Rice
Chicken and egg fried rice with peas, carrots, bean sprouts, and green onions.
Price: $10.95
Shrimp Fried Rice
Shrimp fried rice loaded with vegetables and egg.
Price: $12.95
House Special Fried Rice
Shrimp, chicken, pork, and egg fried rice with mixed vegetables.
Price: $13.95
Chicken Lo Mein
Wheat noodles stir-fried with sliced chicken, napa cabbage, carrots, and scallions.
Price: $10.95
Vegetable Lo Mein
Lo mein noodles with broccoli, mushrooms, carrots, bean sprouts, and other veggies.
Price: $9.95
Shrimp Lo Mein
Shrimp and veggies tossed with lo mein noodles in a savory sauce.
Price: $12.95
Classic Chop Suey
These saucy stir-fries served over rice are Chinese-American comfort food.
Chicken Chop Suey
Diced chicken with celery, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, and other veggies in a brown sauce.
Price: $11.95
Shrimp Chop Suey
Shrimp and mixed vegetables in a flavorful brown sauce.
Price: $12.95
Pork Chop Suey
Thinly sliced pork and vegetables in savory brown sauce.
Price: $11.95
House Special Chop Suey
Chicken, pork, shrimp and veggies in brown sauce. Serves 2-3 people.
Price: $16.95
Vegetarian Favorites
Yen Ching offers many vegetarian-friendly dishes, like these tasty options:
Vegetarian Delight
Mixed vegetables, tofu, and mushrooms in a light sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $11.95
Buddha’s Feast
Broccoli, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, bean curd, and other veggies stir-fried in a garlic sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $12.95
Eggplant with Garlic Sauce
Wok-seared eggplant with garlic sauce. Served with steamed rice.
Price: $11.95
Ma Po Tofu
Spicy Szechuan dish with silken tofu, ground pork, and vegetables in chili sauce. Served with rice.
Price: $12.95
Vegetable Lo Mein
Lo mein noodles tossed with broccoli, mushrooms, snow peas, and other vegetables.
Price: $9.95
Kids Menu
Yen Ching offers smaller portions for kids 12 and under.
Chicken Fingers with Fries
Price: $6.95
Chicken Lo Mein
Price: $6.95
Orange Chicken with Rice
Price: $6.95
Desserts
End your meal on a sweet note with one of Yen Ching’s desserts.
Mango Pudding
Silky mango pudding. Price: $5.95
Fried Banana
Sliced banana fried in a light batter. Price: $5.95
Lychee Ice Cream
Sweet lychee fruit-flavored ice cream. Price: $4.95
Ginger Ice Cream
Refreshing ginger-infused ice cream. Price: $4.95
Fortune Cookies
Crispy cookies with a fortune inside. Price: $0.50 each
With excellent service and amazing Chinese dishes made to order, Yen Ching is a go-to spot for Chinese cuisine in Virginia. Stop by a location near you and explore the full menu today!
Yen Ching Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common FAQs about dining at Yen Ching:
What are Yen Ching’s most popular dishes?
Some top picks are General Tso’s Chicken, Sesame Chicken, Beef with Broccoli, and Shrimp Lo Mein.
Do you offer vegetarian or gluten-free options?
Yes, we have many vegetarian-friendly and gluten-free dishes. Ask your server for recommendations.
What is the best way to experience a variety of dishes?
We suggest ordering family-style and sharing a few appetizers, entrees, and sides. Our Chef’s Specialties platter is also a great option.
Can I order Yen Ching food for takeout or delivery?
Absolutely! We offer takeout, curbside pickup, and delivery through third-party partners. Give us a call to place your order.
