Ying Wah Bar & Restaurant is a chinese restaurant in Woolton Village, Liverpool. Rated 4.2 stars from 359 Google reviews. Known for flavourful, generously portioned cooking and welcoming, attentive staff. Best for family dinners and groups. Price range: €€.
Rankings updated July 2026
Ying Wah Bar & Restaurant
Across 356 rated reviews, 80% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.2★ |
| Reviews | 359 |
| 1-star share | 7.3% |
| Best for | Dinner |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Really tasty food, lovely staff, and fast service.”
“Our meal was fab as always especially the ribs, lovely atmosphere too”
“Nice food but the service was shockingly bad which really ruined the experience.”
Quick Verdict
Ying Wah delivers fresh, generously portioned Chinese fare in a welcoming atmosphere — a 40-year Woolton institution that justifies its reputation.
You want authentic, well-executed Chinese cooking in a relaxed, family-ready setting with strong vegetarian options.
About Ying Wah Bar & Restaurant
Ying Wah has anchored Woolton Village for nearly 40 years, earning fierce loyalty from multi-generational families and regulars who cite it as their favourite Chinese restaurant. The kitchen delivers bold, flavourful dishes — standouts include sizzling steak in Cantonese sauce, dim sum, and BBQ ribs — with portions that satisfy without excess. The recently renovated dining room strikes a cosy, casual tone; the bar stocks wine and cocktails alongside beer, and staff are consistently described as friendly and attentive. The extensive vegetarian menu and kids' offerings make it genuinely inclusive. Reservations are recommended on busy nights, and the venue offers private dining for groups. Guests consistently praise the food freshness, presentation, and atmosphere.
What Stands Out
Flavourful, generously portioned cooking
Multiple reviewers praise 'fresh, tasty' food with 'perfect portion sizes', and highlight signature dishes like sizzling steak in Cantonese sauce and dim sum as 'amazingly good'.
Welcoming, attentive staff
Described consistently as 'lovely', 'friendly', 'considerate and professional', and 'wonderful' across recent 5-star reviews.
Inclusive family and group atmosphere
Offers kids' menu, high chairs, changing tables, extensive vegetarian options, and private dining; GBP data confirms family-friendly and groups as primary crowd attributes.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ying Wah Bar & Restaurant
Yes. It has kids' menus, high chairs, changing tables, and a cosy, casual atmosphere. Reviewers highlight it as family-friendly and note children enjoy signature dishes like sizzling steak.
Dinner reservations are recommended, especially on busy Saturday nights. The venue accepts reservations and can accommodate walk-ins when space permits.
Reviewers rave about BBQ ribs, sizzling steak in Cantonese sauce, dim sum, and the extensive vegetarian menu. Food is described as fresh, flavourful, and well-presented.
Yes. The venue offers an extensive vegetarian menu, which reviewers specifically appreciate as a highlight.
Yes. It has a private dining room and is popular for groups. Staff can accommodate larger parties, though booking ahead is advised.
Free parking lot and free street parking are available, though spaces can be somewhat difficult to find during busy periods.
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