I've grabbed sushi from here a handful of times, but I've never actually dined in. It's right…read morearound the corner, so it's super convenient! It's apart of the same complex where my realtor is, go figure... you wouldn't think to find a restaurant there, but expect the unexpected! I have had an obsession with kompyo sushi lately. It's squash, and it's so sweet and tasty in a roll! I'm not vegetarian, but I never tire of avocado and sweet potato rolls either. Their shrimp shumai was delicious too! I have been told to try the peking duck, so I have that and a lot more on my list to try in the near future. Oh, prices and prep time are pretty reasonable too. Looking forward to more visits soon!

Welcome to a former, full-service restaurant which used to be open for dining in for years that we…read morealways went to and enjoyed pre-lockdowns which is now a Chinese carry-out. We've had many meals inside of this lovely restaurant with great architecture. Now it's only carry-out. They do a steady flow of takeout orders, here. Neighbors love it because they stay busy. We ordered a whole list of standard Chinese-American fare items here and everything was pretty normal except one spectacular entree: the Crispy Beef! Ok, this is not the 'refined' crispy beef that you'd find in more luxurious areas. Wait. Is crispy beef even refined?! Well, I've had crispy beef strips that are thin-cut with a crunchy, fried coating and a savoury, complex red sauce that is slightly sweet but more unami. That's about as refined as I've had it. But at East Pearl Asian Bistro, the crispy beef is like your most fun option at a carnival. It's deliciously-sweet with a thick fried coating. It really is like eating a plate of fun and I love it. The East Pearl Asian Bistro Crispy Beef is definitely good mood food and a choice that might make you smile. Also, the carry-out service, however busy, was excellent.

Found this place after walking around UMD and looking for a local spot to eat. Saw the reviews…read morehere and went with my mother. I will admit I was skeptical when I drove up to park in another hellish mixed use development. It screamed chain and average from the outside, inside...well I was wrong. Nice decor although with a lot of QR codes scaring me (after wrestling for 8 minutes with QR code parking in back) that I might have to order that way too. Again not. We were immediately seated, super friendly server, the menu was super exciting. Authentic Szechuan dishes and some American Chinese, I wanted a lot! Had some great crab/pork soup dumplings, terrific garlic sauce eggplant, and a standout recommended ghost pepper spicy beef dish with celery, snow pea, peppers. Mom got a shrimp lo me-in. A lot of food brought home. Similar with the couple next to us. Hot pots on the menu, whole fish, so much to try. Flavors great, but especially nice service that made a place that felt like a QR card laden chain a lot more like a homey cozy place.

Ordered takeaway- the vegetable spicy hot pot with bean curd sheets, lotus root, woodear mushrooms,…read moreseaweed, bak choy, and green beans, and the beef shank appetizer. Total came out to approximately $42. What's hot - Menu. Pretty good variety! There's something for everyone, even vegans. There's meat, veggies, tofu, seafood, dumplings, noodles (to include noodle soups), and rice dishes. For example, there's a good variety of the different types of tofu, like bean curd sheet, fried tofu, and regular tofu. There's a good variety of veggies, as well, such as bak chow, egg plant, lotus root, woodear mushrooms, enoki mushrooms, etc... - Quality. Very good, with the exception of the spice level, which is addressed below. Both dishes were well-seasoned and not too salty. There are a good amount of spices involved and more than the standard Chinese spices. The beef in the appetizer was tender, thinly sliced, and also came with a good amount of thinly sliced cucumbers and green scallions. All the veggies, with the exception of the green beans (which were a bit on the raw side) in the hot pot dish were tender, as well. For an ethnic Chinese restaurant, my opinion is this place is legit. - Location. Conveniently located in a plaza with other restaurants and shops. It's pretty easy to find, as well. - Layout. Their layout is pretty good, but their tables do not appear to accommodate groups of more than 4-6. They might be able to push together some tables together, though. - Price. Given the portions and quality for ethnic Chinese food, it's reasonable and good value for money. - Service. I arrived a few minutes after I was originally told my order would be ready. My takeaway order was packed and ready when I arrived. The hot pot dish I ordered comes with rice, which was enough for 2 people. The food was also well packed- no leaking and the takeaway containers did not fall apart. Their staff appear to speak both English and Mandarin, as well. What's not - Spice level. For the hot pot dish, I ordered the normal spice level. However, the hot pot dish in combination with the the beef shank appetizer was a bit too much. I could definitely feel my tongue tingling midway through the dishes. I have a pretty good tolerance for spice, so that I could feel my tongue tingling means something. However, that this was the normal spice level for the hot pot and the appetizer dish was too much. My point is to be prepared. - Parking. There is a small parking lot in the complex, but it can be tight. Street parking is dependent on the day and time you go. This neighborhood is a bit dense, so parking is not the easiest to find. Final Answer Would like to return and am less inclined to order anything spicy.

If I lived closer, I'd probably come here weekly. Northwest Chinese Food is easily one of my…read morefavorite restaurants in the DMV area. Service is always friendly and fast, and the food is packed with flavor you don't often find elsewhere Konjac Noodle Salad - Sour vinegar flavor with a nice kick. I loved the little konjac noodle bundles -- super bouncy and great at picking up the sauce. It's a perfect summer appetizer: refreshing with crisp veggies like cucumber and carrot but doesn't hold back on flavor. 3.5/5 Sour Soup Dumpling - Delicate skins with a savory pork broth that leans more comforting than sour. The filling falls apart as you bite into it and tastes like a mix of pork and vegetables. Simple, clean flavors 3/5 Spicy Beef Noodle Soup - My favorite dish so far! The broth is beefy, spicy, and rich with depth -- layered flavors that feel satisfying but not overwhelming. The meat was flavorful and chewy with fatty pieces that melt in your mouth. Loved the chewy, knife-cut-style noodles that soak up the broth, and the pickled veggies plus fresh cilantro kept it light and bright. 4.25/5 Cold Rice Noodle with Spicy Fried Chicken - Super sour but well-rounded -- flavorful without being sharp. I usually don't love rice noodles, but these were soft, bouncy, and satisfying. Surprisingly, the fried chicken stayed a bit crisp even in the broth. It's fried in a way that's drier and chewier, but that concentrated the flavor instead of making it actually taste dry. Great summer noodle dish 4/5 Signature Fruit Tea - Definitely on the syrupy side, which I expected, but still decent. Lots of blended fruit flavors -- sweet, slightly artificial, but enjoyable if you're in the mood for something fruity 2.5/5

Pan fried dumplings and beef noodle soup were solid. The dipping sauce had some pickled vegetables…read morethat paired very well with the dumplings. Also there was a generous portion of beef in the soup. Overall great food!

Take this review with a grain of salt for many reasons, and considering that I could not rate this…read morerestaurant above a 4. We have been familiar with the area for years, as my father-in-law lived 3 minutes away, and recently we realized this was his go-to carryout. After 3 visits, I can say it's one of the best in the DMV, thanks to its flavor and food choices. You will find Japanese options like sushi, American-Chinese dishes like orange chicken, similar dishes, and Cantonese food like roast duck, Hong Kong-style noodle soups, and whole fish. They are family-owned and operated. Every time we come, the elder father is always gracious and provides excellent service. The restaurant is always quiet; you can hear conversations in the back, and as customers arrive to pick up their orders, we haven't witnessed any negative interactions. Customers are always happy with their food, and the staff say thank you. The only negative is the space. The building itself is older and outdated. In the summer, it is hot, and now in the winter, there is no heat. They have found ways to make it work, like space heaters on each table, but it can still get uncomfortable if you are dining in. The back area near the bathroom and the bathroom itself need a thorough cleaning. To me, it's a turnoff; it doesn't affect the food, but it does affect the dine-in experience. Again, overall, I love their food and believe it's a local gem worth a try.

The owner here is genuinely nice, and I really enjoyed speaking with him and hearing about his time…read morein the area, but unfortunately the food was a huge disappointment. I ordered the shrimp and broccoli combo, which came with an egg drop soup and a shrimp roll. Sadly, none of it was edible for me and I ended up having to throw the entire meal away. The rice was undercooked and completely lacked flavor. The shrimp and broccoli itself had an unusual color, a sticky consistency, and a sauce with a taste I have never experienced with Chinese food before. The egg drop soup and shrimp roll were also extremely bland. The interior of the restaurant is also very dated. While the customer service and hospitality were great, the food quality just was not there for me.

5 star for a carry out. I hope you could hear my fake Marralin accent…read more When I lived here it was my go-to for 4 wings and fries or chicken cheesesteak with extra hots. Same menu same dopeness of greasy and hit just right with cold Nehi sodas and mambo sauce!

My plus size friend is very upset because she received more onion than steak .. what kind of place…read moredoes this ? Just bc she is 300 pounds doesnt mean do this to her now she crying on my phone. stop being stingy with the meat

Overall I would say the food was alright. It was very filling, at first I thought the portion was…read morequite small but overall it filled me up well and the price was pretty good too! I wish the menu had the prices listed for the items to make it easier to understand.

Remember how, in 1985, when John Hughes' iconic coming-of-age film, The Breakfast Club, came out,…read moremany audiences were impressed by the cast's "diversity" simply because the character tropes included a Princess, played by Molly Ringwald, a Rebel played by Judd Nelson, an Outcast, played by Ally Sheedy, a Jock, played by Emilio Estevez, and a Nerd, played by Anthony Michael Hall? Although the cast resonated for its time, a filmic relaunch that more fully embraces diversity in the way we now understand it is in order. Our culinary universes must similarly be expanded; and Greenbelt, Maryland's Good Jerry, which serves a smorgasbord of Mei Fun, Lo Mein, Chow Mein, and other Chinese-American entrees, is a great place to start. The service is quick, the servings are generous, and the prices could not be more reasonable.

Food and service is always on point when I order from here. Hot fresh and awesome customer…read moreservice! I will travel 15 mins away to come to this carryout. Their food is still consistent till this day and I take breaks from coming here only due to the distance . Now I a lot closer so I will always patron here!

The food and service was great! Definitely some top notch chicken wings, very flavorful and the…read moremambo sauce was really good. The Singapore noodles was great just wish it was more curry. Personal preference but overall great first time experience.

I'm usually not a big Chinese food guy, but this food is genuinely sent by God on a fireball…read more Dumplings were the best thing I've ever had in mouth. Rice=perfectly cooked. Gonzaga Water Polo certified valid.

So, I enjoy the dishes I have ordered so far like double cooked pork, chicken hot pot, ribs, string…read morebeans, bok choy w/an exotic mushroom....all superb! But I made the mistake to order the Sichuan shrimp, it was totally disappointing and the shrimp were soft and chewy tasteless as opposed to succulent and firm. I mean very disappointing compared to the other dishes. With that said, I would avoid the seafood dishes perhaps. The double cooked pork is a real winner and very authentic.

Not a fan of their combination rice but the cheesesteak sub and cheesesteak egg rolls were…read morecertainly worthy the visit. The wonton soup was okay and not sure about the lo mein. That's later for dinner. However, this place could stand get a deep, deep, deep cleaning with a fresh coat of paint. While it's spacious, it lacks cleanliness on the floor, walls and windows. I wouldn't ordinarily eat at places this filthy but I sat in my car and saw a lot of people going in so I guess it was safe. The portions are huge but the proportion of meat in the entree (i.e., rice) was minuscule, except for the cheesesteaks. I would only come back for the cheesesteaks, the other dishes were just meh. I'm being extra generous with 4 stars, perhaps it's because I'm visiting for the holidays.

I only went because the reviews said it was good. The food was alright, nothing to be excited…read moreabout. The actual building was a decrepit mess. It's a pass forme. Not worth the drive to get there.