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Asian Express

3.5 (34 reviews)
InexpensiveChinese, Korean
Open 10:30 am - 2:50 pm

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Emily Z.

Solid lunch spot if you're looking for variety, consistency, and a good value. I love how I can choose exactly what I want and how much of it, and my lunches are usually less than $10, which is hard to find in Downtown Seattle. The food offered range from fresh fruit, vegetables, sushi, Kimbap, teriyaki chicken, bulgogi pork, spring rolls, bok choy, and more. I come here often and the service is always incredibly fast too, and there is plenty of seating in the food court area. Would recommend!

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Kim Y.

A good variety - mostly Korean cuisine - healthy selection. Their wings are fantastic! Reminds me of kaarage wings. Gotta try it! There's hot food, cold food, salads, meats, etc. As of May 2023, it's $9.45lb. It's on ground level on 4th and if that doesn't suit your needs, there's a bunch of other options!

Venecia R.

Tried this place for the first time since it was recommended to me from coworkers. You get a plate and it's buffet style and you serve yourself. They mostly have Chinese food ( orange chicken, beef broccoli), egg rolls etc, but also other random food like yakisoba and california rolls, pasta salad, steamed vegetables and fruit? I enjoyed the options. You serve yourself and weigh your plate. It's $9.99/lb. I thought the idea was cool and the food was actually really good! Will def come back next time I forget to bring a lunch.

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Elliott F.

$9.95 LB. So many other options in the food court. Not worth the price or the wait in line.

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This restaurant offers exceptional cuisine, making it one of the most convenient and outstanding options for a quick lunch.

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Great veggie dishes and a lot to chose from. The food was very good and affordable and the staff is great!

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