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Yao, Dunwoody, GA

Yao

4.2 (667)
$30 and under
Asian
237 Perimeter Center Pkwy NE h31, Dunwoody, GA 30346

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Romantic
  • Good for business meals
YAO pays culinary homage to the vibrant Yaowarat neighborhood in Bangkok, an ancient Thai-Chinese community.

As you can imagine, the neighborhood is a paradise for food lovers because this cultural blending has created some of the most delicious eats on Earth. Spicy, crunchy, tangy and delectable dishes are handed down over many generations.

We created this restaurant to have the look, feel and tastes of Yaowarat, and we cant wait to share our food with you! Once more, we welcome you and yours to YAO.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Thai, Chinese
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef T Denmark
  • Neighborhood
    Dunwoody
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Date night

    $50.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience YAO's Date night Dinner for two for only $99 per couple, featuring a bottle of champagne, 2 starters, 2 entrees and dessert ! Available Sunday through Thursday
    Date night Photo

Offers

  • Cheers to Happy Hour!

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Fri - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Come unwind at Happy Hour every Tuesday to Friday, from 5PM to 6:30PM! Enjoy great deals on drinks and appetizers in lively atmosphere. Perfect for catching up with friends or starting your evening right. don't miss out!

    Cheers to Happy Hour! Photo

What 667 people are saying

Yao reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • DeKalb

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Yao impresses with "beautiful ambiance" and "great food," perfect for special occasions. The live music enhances the intimate setting, while the "date night package" offers excellent value with attentive service. Some reviews noted service inconsistencies, but overall, Yao is a "hidden gem" offering a memorable dining experience.
667 Reviews
  1. Joel

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was spot on. Menu was more Thai than Chinese, but excellent. My guests were impressed. Perfect for romantic or quiet convversationsv

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  2. Latoya

    Orlando / Central Florida East4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our second visit. We had the $100 Date Night Menu which had some great dishes to choose from, and included a bottle of champagne. Our waiter was attentive and the food was great. We will be back!

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  3. Shanae

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I went for our anniversary and was totally pleased. The band was awesome, our waitress was very responsive, the restaurant was beautiful, and the table massage was relaxing. We will definitely be back.

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  4. Nikko

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, will definitely be back

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  5. Chantelle

    Atlanta9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We chose Yao for our first visit to celebrate Mother’s Day, drawn in by its stunning decor and glowing online reviews. The ambiance did not disappoint—elegant and inviting, setting the stage for a special occasion. The hostess greeted us warmly, adding to the positive first impression. The menu offered a delightful array of dishes and cocktails. Each item we tried was thoughtfully prepared and flavorful, justifying the slightly higher price point. We were content to pay for the quality and presentation delivered. However, the service experience was less than ideal. Our server seemed rushed and inattentive, which was surprising given the celebratory nature of the day. There were extended periods when we didn’t see him, and interactions felt curt and impersonal. It’s possible the holiday led to understaffing, but it impacted our overall enjoyment. Additionally, we noticed that an automatic gratuity was added to our party of four. While we understand this is standard in some establishments, it felt unexpected and may have contributed to the lackluster service we received. In summary, Yao offers a beautiful setting and excellent cuisine, making it a place we’d consider visiting again. However, we’d hope for a more attentive service experience in the future.

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  6. Isi

    Atlanta1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food portions were on the small side for the price, hence the rating. Food took a while to emerge. Our male server from El Salvador was excellent though.

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  7. jasmine

    Charlotte3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My boyfriend and I had the best time we. We ended up going on R&B night and it was nice to have the live music. The food was great. The drinks were good. The ambience was sexy. Would definitely recommend and will for sure be back.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was 10/10 would recommend. Was very good! Will return.

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  9. Meredith

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and beautiful ambiance! The date night menu is awesome.

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  10. Angela VIP

    Atlanta28 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I was excited to come for the first time but this was a bit of a let down. The restaurant is beautiful and I was excited that they had live music. We were seated at this tiny table right in front of the band which was awkward. The server was not friendly, the food was just okay. I ordered the dry crab fried rice and my hubby had Mongolian beef. The appetizers were delicious potstickers with a fantastic curry sauce. It was overpriced

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FAQs

Yao offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (770) 771-6609.

Yao is rated 4.2 stars by 667 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Yao

237 Perimeter Center Pkwy NE h31, Dunwoody, GA 30346

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Dunwoody
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Thai, Chinese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef T Denmark
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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