Holy crap. 88 Cues is the best Filipino food around the Seattle area. I am so sad it's no longer in Bellevue as 88 Cues is a pop-up that travels around the Seattle area. I found out about this place from a friend who happened to walk by their pop-up by the former Toys R Us building in downtown Bellevue. It's tragic that I can't get 88 Cues in Bellevue, so I write this review, imploring the rest of you who see this spot to EAT HERE.
As mentioned, it used to be in Bellevue, so my friend and I would walk over on Tuesdays when it was here during our lunch break. There was a huge sign that said, #LumpiaLife, with a few tables that were set up for cooking and the food. The menu is straightforward with a few items, including three different types of lumpias and combinations, with daily specials.
The first time I had 88 Cues, I tried the combination with the lumpia, pork belly adobo and pancit, which was outta this world! The pork belly adobo was so incredibly flavorful and good, so is worth the upcharge for this meat versus the chicken version. Then when I came back, I tried the special, a smoky palabok, which was the best palabok I've ever had!
Jason is the owner of 88 Cues and he remembered us from last time, calling out our names. He was also very responsive through Instagram when my friend tried to contact him, to make sure he was in Bellevue during the lunch hour. Truly, 88 Cues is some of the best Filipino food in the Seattle area. I can't recommend it enough. read more