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Came on a Saturday at lunch time for dim sum with 2 kids. Parking lot had a few spots (I'm guessing…read moreusually plenty of parking) and we were seated immediately (though all the tables were full once we sat down). Service was fast and efficient, we grabbed some items from the cart and ordered some as well. Tea for my husband and myself, water for everyone (plenty of refills). Kids enjoyed it- green beans, radish cake, soup dumplings, pork buns, shrimp noodle, shrimp and chive dumpling, spare ribs. I thought the quality was good and it was so nice to have a quick weekend lunch since the kids were hungry. The service was very attentive and the dim sum was good! Plenty of round tables for larger groups, too.

We decided to do takeout here! Portions for take out is 10/10!…read more The only complaint I have is the salt and pepper wings. It was overly battered, really really burnt tasting and overall not good. The flavor wasn't there. Lo mein was pretty good, but a little in the saltier side.

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May May Hong Kong BBQ

4.2(271 reviews)

6.0 mi

I've driven past May May Hong Kong so many times thinking, "One day I'm going to try that place!"…read moreWell... I finally did, and let me tell you I should've gone sooner! I've been twice now, and both times the food was really good. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and even with takeout, the food was still hot and delicious when I got home. You know the food is good when you open the container and start eating before you even finish putting everything away. The chow fun was one of my favorites! The duck was juicy, the roasted pork had that nice crispy skin, and the steamed chicken was bomb! Everything was flavorful and cooked really well. No complaints from this auntie. The service was good too, and honestly, I'm just happy to finally have a good Chinese restaurant in Federal Way! Sometimes I want Chinese food, but I do NOT want to drive all the way to Seattle just to satisfy the craving. Gas is expensive, traffic is annoying... we have food at home! The restaurant is on the smaller side, but it's not a big deal. The prices are a little high, but honestly, I feel like they're pretty normal for Chinese food these days. Overall, I'm really glad I finally gave May May Hong Kong a try. Good food, good service, and conveniently close to home. Definitely coming back when the Chinese food craving starts yelling at me again!

Food is great! Small shop. The roast pork is amazingly crispy and fatty. Roast duck is good also…read more Cauliflower is so good. Such flavors. Great place for Chinese bbq and dishes!

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House special chow mein with crispy noodles

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Circle Chinese Cuisine

4.3(62 reviews)

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Food was great! I got hot and sour soup, chicken chow mein, black pepper short ribs and honey…read morewalnut prawns. Good flavor and pricing is a good deal.

After seeing some of my elite yelper buddies gave them good reviews, and this place was just down…read morethe street we decided to check it out for a late lunch. Off of central in Kent closer to s 277th street. There was only one young person in the place with us. Two guys working the place. The owner who catered to us, and the cook. Not sure why I never heard of this place. Owner said they have been open for 3 years now. The food came out fast. We actually ordered too much we had it for three more meals at home. I think overall the food was good. Like I was telling the owner I normally drive to Canada to get Chinese food, or San Fran for dim sum. I'm pretty hard to please. But since I like to support local, I'll bring my friends here another time for lunch. The decor was minimal but nice. From the outside it looked like it was closed, and like it was a home or doctors office. It's right next to a bikini barista. So we missed it the first time. It's a brick building. The tea was really good. The perfect amount of Chinese leaves, and it was nice and hot for a cold blistery day even if it's almost spring.

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Pork belly with shredded radish

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4.2(369 reviews)

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First off I walked in and had to ask what they serve. Couldn't tell if it was Boba , some…read moredifferent Japanese dessert or food, Place is rather childish in nature, crude pictured and decorated like 1st grade classroom. But hey , give it a shot right? Basic chicken and vegetable dish was MSG gravy on rice. not good

I had a real craving for Chinese food today, I'm really glad I didn't go the generic Panda Express…read moreroute! I was pleasantly surprised by the service and attentiveness of their host. I ordered the the egg drop soup for my appetizer and the chef's special egg fu yong for my entree with a to-go order for beef n broccoli. I'm pleased with the egg drop soup because it came hot and fairly bland so I could add salt to my satisfaction. The egg foo yong...next time I'll pick a protein instead of all three (beef, chicken, pork.) The texture was great, it was hot and definitely presentable. I just couldn't nail down a specific palette that it hit...even with salt it wasn't enough to capture an exact flavor, it was ok, like I said, next time I'll pick a protein, lol! Beef n broccoli was, hands down the best dish!! No disappointment, no off taste, no need for salt at all!! I'll must definitely be back!!

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V Garden

3.4(197 reviews)

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We came to V Garden in Tukwila for a family birthday lunch, and it was a great spot for a group…read moremeal. It's inside Great Wall Mall, so even with the big parking lot, it stays busy because of Ranch 99. The restaurant has about 6-7 round tables -- perfect for family gatherings. We ordered Orange Beef, General Tso's Chicken, Beef Chow Fun, Special Chow Mein, Chicken with Salted Fish Fried Rice, and the Eight Jewels Hot Pot with Tofu. Everything tasted really good, but my favorite was the Orange Beef -- super crispy even with the sauce and really flavorful. Solid food, good portions, and a convenient location. I'd come back again.

Been coming here for many years, always landing on their fish congee as my comfort meal. The menu…read moreis standard Seattle Cantonese fare for the most part, and the roast duck is pretty good. It's a little outdated inside, and customer service can be a little rough sometimes, but I wouldnt call it a bad experience - it just feels old school to me. They are big enough to host one or two large groups, as well as small enough for this place to still feel like a cozy hole in the wall spot.

13.8 mi•Chinatown, Chinatown International District

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A+ Hong Kong Kitchen

4.2(792 reviews)

Ambiance: If you want an authentic Hong Kong cafe meal in a no frills mom and pop shop, this is the…read moreplace! It is not trendy or fancy, but clean and efficient. The restaurant does not have adequate AC, so there are fans to help compensate. Unfortunately, the kitchen is open to the dining area so it gets pretty hot. Service: Very friendly service. You may need to wait about 10 mins or so to be seated because the place gets busy and the dining area is quite small. Food: The food is fantastic! We ordered the Cantonese styled beef noodles (not pictured) and the steamed pork patty with Chinese sausages in a claypot. Both dishes were really good and tasted just as I remember it as a child eating these dishes with my parents at home!

Small, noisy restaurant. Was a little warm/ stuffy when we went (summer evening). It felt like we…read morewere in Hong Kong. My husband commented it's nice because we don't need to worry about our kids being loud since no one can hear them LOL Food is generous proportion, very delicious. We got 3 meals (2 rice plates, 1 baked spaghetti plate and a mango drink) for $61 before tips Our food did take a little longer than other tables but I think it was because what we ordered. We had about half a dish left over for each dish! One server was very kind, the other was ok but it was very busy so he's probably exhausted and it was late Restaurant is small but we sat comfortably. If you don't mind it being loud it's actually great and made me feel at home ... definitely will come again, food is delicious!!

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Very good Hong Kong food in Auburn. Good flavor for the all the food, definitely hits the spot if…read moreyou are wanting Cantonese food around Auburn. The lemon tea is also very good, you can request it less sweet which I appreciate. Cute small restaurant interior, service is good but not super attentive because they only have 1-2 people working (likely the owners).

South folks who don't want a Bellevue or Seattle trip this place is IT! Shrimp rice roll did not…read morehold back on the shrimp,, the fish fillet had a moderate kick of spice and the tripe was flavorful. Everything tasted homemade and was great! The auntie is one manning the kitchen yet brought our 8 dishes within 20-25 minutes. Please be patient as you're not going to get a super attentive service so ask for everything including chili oil upfront.

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3.6(109 reviews)

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Service was amazing, the lady running register was super nice and friendly. I usually don't rate…read morerestraunts often but the food here was crazy good. The duck was exceptionally juicy. Pull up

This is a takeout review. My mom ordered some meats here and we were surprised at how good it was…read more She got the roast pork, the duck and pork shank. They were all flavorful, tender. This is definitely one of the better bbq I had in a really long time. Service is pretty standard nothing really special. It's interesting how they do roast pork on on Thurs- Sunday but the other days they have char siu pork.. either way, definitely would come back to try this place with the other food.

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Sun Sui Wah Seafood Restaurant

3.4(325 reviews)

17.9 mi

•$$$

For me having dim sum is much like having fried chicken or meatloaf. It's comfort food, not…read morenecessarily fine dining. So like meatloaf I want it to be simple, predictable, and comforting. I don't need a chef wildly experimenting with my siu mai, or dabbling with my baked hom bow. My analysis of Sun Sui Wah, very nice interior, ok service, solid food. Was it a few dollars more than similar fare in Seattle, yes. But I also didn't have to drive to Seattle, not to mention put up with the street spectacle that now exists in the International District. It gets 5 stars because it delivers as promised.

Came off a cruise and needed good Asian food immediately. I was able to waitlist in advance and get…read moreseated. The food was a little pricier than what I'm used to, but the quality and taste were excellent so it was worth it! We ordered a ton of dishes from the main menu and dim sum as well. The service was friendly and we were able to order from our phones which was nice. Definitely recommend this dim sum in Bellevue!

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leonard d.

2 years ago

After waiting a year since it changed Owner's we decided to give it a try. Very much satisfied with the food not much has changed with flavor and quality which is a plus!! However the Hot and Sour soup which I considered the Best anywhere even in China Town was missing the Sesame Oil that made it so Distinctive. The service needs improvement as far as timing goes,the appetizers came a little late and the main dishes started showing up, nothing serious. A BIG add on was the condiments at the table!! Great addition for some dishes. The food was hot and portions were perfect with a little to take home. We will definitely be going back it was a long year since we had excellent American style Chinese food but next time I think I better bring my little bottle of Sesame Oil with me for the Hot And Sour. Give them a try you'll be glad you did!! read more

Patrick A.

2 years ago

Authentic Old-School Chinese Delight! I had an great dining experience at this classic Chinese restaurant! The orange chicken was perfectly tangy, with just the right balance of sweetness and zest. The Mongolian beef was incredibly tender and packed with a delicious spicy kick that left me wanting more. And the egg rolls? Crispy, flavorful, and absolutely satisfying! Everything tasted fresh and made with care, capturing that nostalgic, old-school Chinese restaurant feel. The service was friendly, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I'll definitely be coming back for another fantastic meal! Highly recommend! read more

R R.

14 years ago

We love this place, for awhile we came in once a week! The food is so amazing I dream about it the honey walnut prawns are to DIE FOR! If you haven't been here you better try it now that you know... I have gone to whaku cafe for years...I refused to love anywhere but there...mandarin kitchen BLOWS them away.. service is always 5 star so is the food...drinks....well they rock too! Gadda give them a 5 star too! We will be back as usual!! read more

Antal K.

7 years ago

This is my favorite restaurant!!! My family ad I coming here long long time now and we are NEVER disappointed in the food or the service! Everyone is always very friendly, the food is not just amazing but fresh too! One of my favorite is the lemon chicken. It's like having a lemon pie with chicken. It's not over powering but just right!!! Love it and highly recommend it to everyone to come here and have a amazing experience. Pearl Katona read more

christy c.

16 years ago

I own the Paradise Salon down the street and this is my favor place to go for my lunch. The lunch special portion is real big. my favor food dishes are chicken with black bean, hunan chicken & fried Halibut fish. I have to be there least once a week. absolutely recommended read more

Christina O.

17 years ago

Hands Down BEST Chinese restaurant in Des Moines! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the fresh rolls and the Mango Chicken! Yummy! Everyone is so nice and I always get great service! Ohh and Kareoke is fun there too on the weekends! read more

Michael W.

12 years ago

This is a great restaurant! Friendly owners, and staff. The lunch combo is a great deal at $6.50 for soup, rice, & an entree. I had the Kung Pao Chicken (extra spicy). I loved it. This Yelper is HAPPY!! read more

Denise H.

10 years ago

One of my favorite places to eat! You gets tons of food for the money that you spend. The beef and broccoli and the almond chicken are to die for. They are great for family dinners and parties. read more

Jose A.

11 years ago

The food was just ok. For the prices and lack of service the prices are too expensive. How can a server not be able to tell you about some of the different plates on the menu? read more

Maddy H.

10 years ago

This restaurant has amazing customer service and delicious food for great prices. All the employees helped each other out. The best part is the food came out within 10 minutes! read more

Andre S.

9 years ago

Excellent food in a wonderful setting with great service. V lucky that hot and dry do we sat outside which added to the atmosphere to make it a very special evening read more

Marcus E.

167

5 years ago

Used to love this place. Amazing food but closes at 8pm... that's ridiculous. Seriously, isnt the point if a restaurant to make money and feed people? read more

Carrie-Ann T.

7 years ago

My family and I love this place! They are even better now because you can order via doordash and have it delivered!!

James R V.

5 years ago

Have been going there for years. The food is great...always hot and fresh. The staff are also excellent. read more

Blake Y.

27 days ago

the staff was nice and all but holy the food was interesting the BBQ pork had an wierd texture.

Mayra G.

10 years ago

Came here for the first time and had a great experience. Food was great, tasty and well priced.

Adam M.

3 years ago

Excellent food, service, bar, and room for large groups. Staff and ownership are excellent!

Rusty M.

13 years ago

So good, lunch specials better than teriyaki bowl and cheaper, brown rice worth the dollar.

Lonnie S.

2 months ago

There are new owners. It use to be the best around. It has changed, not like it used to be.

Lisa H.

10 years ago

From North East this is as close to North East Chinese food I can find. It's awesome food.

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