Yibu by Janet is a new Chinese restaurant that has already expanded into a second dining room. The restaurant is located in the Arthaus Hotel in Dublin 2 and is owned by Jianan Liu, known as Janet. She teamed up with Michael Piwnik of Smokin Bones to lease the space. The restaurant has a jazzier feel with dramatic lighting and bronze mobiles hanging from the ceiling. The menu is focused and easy to follow, divided into sections: hand-pulled noodle bowls, bao, dumplings, and fried snacks. The food is described as "free style", with Janet adding and changing ingredients at will. The review highlights the charming and engaging personality of Janet, who is a winner of Takeaway Titans on RTÉ in 2022. The review also mentions the Japanese-inspired cocktails created by acclaimed mixologist Daire Smullen. The food is described as delicious, with the hand-pulled noodles, homemade dumplings, and battered aubergine popcorn standing out. The review also mentions the Basque cheesecake and chocolate ice cream, which are described as commercial. The verdict is that the hand-pulled noodles, homemade dumplings, and excellent cocktails are the highlights. The restaurant is fully accessible with an accessible toilet, and the music is contemporary pop and R&B. The review concludes with a recommendation for the restaurant, praising the warmth and atmosphere, and the delicious food.
