Tsue Chong

4.6 (80 reviews)

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Krystal L.

Y'all, this place b lookin' old and run down but If you want some fresh rice noodles and become a chef star, this the place to be. You can make your own beef chow fun with gravy or without! Their pricing is great, their noodles are made fresh and in house and they're actually a wholesaler for a lot of other places so if you're feeling like you've perfected a recipe, try buying in bulk and making a party order or start your own biz? I love to cut the rice rolls up into little pieces and make my own XO rice noodles w shrimp, and for the cut rice noodle packs, I love to separate them all and make it with some soy sauce/hoisin and beef! Of course topping everything with green onion is a plus and asian staple The fortune cookie rejects are also great dipped in chocolate and with some toppings. GET TO EXPERIMENTING!

Sarah M.

Go on and walk through, ignore the barred exterior. The inside doesn't have much to show except some large bags of round ("mess up") fortune cookies and smaller bags of flavored proper fortune cookies with fortunes inside (almond, strawberry, ginger, vanilla) The cookies are light and crispy and so much better than ones you get from any panda express like places. Highly highly recommended!! I actually like the flat mess up cookies better than the flavored ones.

Herman E.

A fortune cookie factory that is just a stone's throw away from......a food bank for the less fortunate. It was strange. Very strange to arrive here to see a huge line up that starts on the underside of the I5 overpass on Weller Street and runs halfway down the block because of people lining up for the food bank. Original owners are from Toishan, a dialect that I can't understand. That's what granny spoke to me with her accent. I couldn't understand most of it but someone else who spoke it, translated it to standard Canto for me. Anyhoo, I got a few bags. The original flavour. Nothing fancy. That's all I needed. They're much, much tastier than anything you can get in Hongcouver. Go figure. The store is old. Four generations old, but they still push out the best cookies I've tasted. $9.95 for a 5 lb bag of the less fortunate variety. Aka, broken and chipped. $3 for 1 lb bag of the regular stuff

Ivy L.

Love fortune cookies?! This is the freshest and best there is! Literally! They make fresh flat or folded fortune cookies and they're always so fresh - beats the stale ones you get from the restaurants! There's nothing like it in Houston (even with such a large Chinatown) so I had my dad buy me some and ship them over to me cause I miss them so much!!! He use to get these and the Ho fun fresh and we'd go to town! The Ho fun is the soft rice noodles you can buy whole sale and take it home and add some meat or veggies and make it a meal! Can't re-iterate how fresh this place is! Totally worth the shipping costs!!! My bf loves fortune cookies.. well he's in for a Xmas surprise!!

Quality: I like their thin wonton pi. Haven't used the bag of noodles I bought yet. Service: Lady who answered the phone was very helpful. Normally the other times I've been there, the guy or a lady were helpful as well, making sure that I got what I needed. Girl at the front desk, not so much. I went to pick up the noodles and asked for 10lb of the steamed noodles like the lady on phone told me to do. She went into the back, another customer came in, she came out. She decided to help that customer instead. I got a little upset because she and the other lady decided to have a little chat as well while I was still waiting and my husband was in the car waiting with the baby. No idea what they spoke, it was Cantonese. She then asked if I wanted the box of pan fry noodles. We eventually worked it out and I got my bag of noodles. I wish they had pictures of the noodles though. I'm used to the noodle factories in Hawaii, so I'm not familiar on what the equivalent types are here.

Ron M.

These guys totally make the best fortune cookies and noodles! Hell, they have been doing it since 1917 and still going strong! My earliest recollection about their fortune cookies was when my father brought home this gigantic, clear bag full of unfortunate fortune cookies (flats). My sister and I were beside ourselves and totally gorged on them; and later getting in trouble with mom because we weren't hungry for dinner! They still sell those 5lb bags of unfortunate fortune cookies for $6.30. They also offer different flavors of fortune cookies. Flavors like: strawberry, lemon, cherry, mint, mocha, cinnamon, apple, blueberry, chocolate and pina colada. These flavored fortune cookies run $1.15 for a 4oz package (16 cookies). If you have some special occasion to celebrate, you can also have them do custom flavors and fortunes for you! I do stop by every once in a while and pick up their fresh noodles. They have 19 different varieties to choose from, though they don't have all of them stocked in the refrigerator case. If there is something you are looking for that isn't there just ask! Fortunes in fortune cookies have changed over the years. These aren't from Tsue Chong, but when I was growing up fortunes weren't so politically correct: Boy, wouldn't it suck to get this one: _______________________________________________ I I I DEATH AND PAIN SURROUNDS YOU I I______________________________________________ I _______________________________________________ I I I YOU WILL MARRY IN THE NEXT SIX MONTHS I I______________________________________________ I What? I was 9 years old! Fortunes evolved and got a little silly: Front of fortune: _______________________________________________ I AVOID I I TAKING UNNECESSARY GAMBLES I I______________________________________________ I Back of fortune: _______________________________________________ I YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS I I 4 8 15 16 23 42 I I______________________________________________I What I would like to see: _______________________________________________ I I I OH CRAP! YOU'VE GOT THE CLAP! I I______________________________________________ I _______________________________________________ I I I YOU ARE REALLY STUPID I I______________________________________________ I Today marks my one-year anniversary of my first post on Yelp! Whoo-hoo! What a year it has been! For that first review: http://www.yelp.com/biz/arcane-comics-seattle * I'm sorry that I had to use a previous design. Boo. I'm a man of limited creativity! Lazy too! :D

D.J. Y.

I heart unfortunate fortune cookies, nuff said.... Pick up a nice size bag on the cheap, one of the better deals in the ID!! You need noodles? They got'em! In my youth we'd open the fortune cookie and add the words "in bed" to the end of each fortune, for giggles..... I.E. "You like Chinese Food....in bed." Duh! "You will find great fortune in the near future....in bed." OMG! I might have a new career!! "Accept the next proposition you hear....in bed." Sorry honey, cash only.... "You are a happy man....in bed." Like duh! Where's the remote... "Happiness is found when one is not looking...in bed." Honey this is Abby. Abby this is... "You will be the guest of a gracious host...in bed." SCH-WING! YEAH BABY! Ala Austin Powers....

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Tan Lo S.

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Nobody makes better fortune cookies (it's an American thing, funny) and rice noodles than the freshest place ever... Tsue Chong!!!! Yay! Not only do I love this place, but, well, I love this place!! I have been here on a school tour when I was in middle school--or was that elementary school? And we got to see how fresh everything was made. I love it and I appreciate it! I don't know who the heck invented fortune cookies in America, but they are darn good and these are the BEST. I refuse to eat cookies elsewhere! These also have the best fortunes lol. Their rice noodles are deliciously fresh/warm when they're made. PERFECT! Just the way rice noodles should be made. They make other noodles too, include the wonton ones I believe. They have minimal hours, I believe 10-5 on the weekdays, so make sure you come early. Definitely cheap, and worth every bit of your money. Noodles for a pack are like $2 or so. Their bag of fortune cookies are like $3... I can't remember. They also have the messed up fortune cookies for super cheap (a huge bag), like under $10 or about so. I've never had their other flavors, so I wouldn't know. But definitely something to keep in mind! Such fresh quality, and fresh all the time and super cheap. yay! read more

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lee k.

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Bought many packages of different flavors of their ROSE brand fortune cookies for gifts at their own store on King Street. Love their cookies so much. Crunch, fresh, really fine quality product! They are the best in the industry! For your info, chocolate, strawberry, piña Colada in additional to the popular vanilla all are my favorites. They offer free tour to the school kids before. I toured their factory last time when they printed the special messages in the cookies for the 2010 U S Census. Their machines cranked out so fast. They make many other products. The place is clean and one staff told me they have a very nice respectable boss and the business has been in the Chinatiwn I D for many many years. My niece bought some of the steam egg noodle chow mein to bring back to New York. That is how good their noodles are! When you see ROSE brands in any market, it won't go wrong to pick up some! Chow! read more

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A G.

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Shout out to the Chinese dude from the Netherlands who helped me find this place when Google Maps failed on me. It was nice meeting you, and thanks for sharing your fortune cookies with me and friend. Sorry we didn't catch Canto seafood or hot pot with you. Anyways, this place is legit. If you see the Sun Yat Sun statue, turn left and keep walking straight. You will see the factory with bars. Walk over the main entrance by following the signs. The fresh rice noodles are bomb. And according to my Chinese friends, the fresh noodles are like milk. Don't have them out too long, or they will go bad. I bought two. When I got home, we made pat see ew with them. Guys, I am telling you...fresh noodles are the best. The right amount of softness and chew is sublime. I tried the almond, ginger, and pina colada flavored fortune cookies. They all taste rightfully delicious. My favorite is the classic almond flavor. Not too sweet and very fresh tasting. Thank you Tsue Chong! read more

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Paulina T.

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They sell all sorts of Asian snacks for cheap! I came here before a Mariners game to pick up a giant 5lb bag of fortune cookies (mostly flattened or just rejects) for less than $10! We ate the fortune crackers like chips at the game and it was perfect - delicious and not too bland but doesn't make you thirsty. We also got to try different flavors in our bag like piña colada and strawberry. I didn't quite like the piña colada but the latter was almost better than the original. The factory itself stretches across the entire block but the retail store is a small shop on the corner. Overall, it was a great snack for a large group of people, perfect to buy for road trips or camping or community events. I look forward to trying the wonton skins that were also sold at the store. read more

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Monica L.

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Who doesn't love fortune cookies?! I ordered custom fortune cookies a few months back and the service was great! It was super cheap and turned out exactly like how I requested. The person who took my order made sure the text was correct, I was pleased! Also, the cookies were crisp and delicious! Pet peeve of mine: stale fortune cookies with Chinese takeout. So while I was at the store I bought a bag of rejects. Rejected or not, this place makes some good cookies! I took them to work and ate them with jasmine tea, yum yum! They also make fresh noodles, you can get them at various Asian markets! Chow fun for daysssssssss. read more

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Sarah S.

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I came here with my heart set on purchasing a giant bag of Unfortunate Cookies. I've shown up twice to find the store closed, so I was THRILLED to have the door actually open and to set foot inside. I marched right in and grabbed myself an enormous basketball-sized bag of flat and broken cookies, paid $7.25, and marched back out, giddy with excitement. I took my cookies back to the office and opened them- and that is when I realized... I am such a fool. It is going to take me at least 6 months to eat all of these, at which point I will probably never want another fortune cookie ever again. Ah well. They are fresh and delicious and I'll make my coworkers eat them with me. I will report back on how much fortune (or misfortune) we've had as a result of eating all of these. read more

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Nancy C.

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This is the place for fresh fortune cookies, the folded "traditional" ones and flat circular. Tastes amazing fresh (as most things do). The best thing is the FRESH rice ribbon noodles they sell/make. This is my go to place for noodles if its convenient for a quick drop in and out. Love it!! read more

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Alice X.

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I love their unfortunate fortune cookies!

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Jennifer O.

6 years ago

We love Tsue Chong's regular fortune cookies, but this time we tried the mocha and pina colada ones. Purists might scoff, but they are delicious. read more

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Vy N.

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Their fortune cookies are the best I have ever tasted. I recommend their Pina Colada flavor. It has a crispy and creamy texture as it dissolves in your mouth. If you like coconut, get at this! Verdict: 4.8 out of 5.0 read more

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The haven for fortune cookies, a variety of flavours but the plain originals are the best. so crunchy and frsh, as well as addictive! early closing hours on Saturdays, closed Sundays. surprising, credit cards OK in heart of Chinatown read more

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Luke P.

15 years ago

Like everyone else has said, their noodles are excellent and the fortune cookies are great. I occasionally buy a big bag of "unfortunate cookies" to donate to my mother's school for snacks. The kids always love them. read more

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Ashly K.

8 years ago

Uniquely thick crispy delicious and flavorful. Disproportionately delightful on iced desserts. Ice cream, sorbet and gelato to name a few oral thrills. Not a single broken cookie in my box! No dice New York! read more

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C W.

20 years ago

Ever wonder where your fortune cookie is from, the one with a rose print? It's a local business right in the heart of the International District in Seattle. It has been in the Louie family for four generations. No wonder they make the best fortune cookies ever. Dozens of restaurants order their fortune cookies from this factory. History: Fortune cookies did not originate from China, but was an US invention. It became a popular item within the Chinese-American restaurants. Don't think fortune cookies are "authentic". Flavors: You can get them in mocha, lemon, mint, and strawberry. This place also makes Chinese noodles and you can get them at their store if you can't find them in the groceries. I love their noodle selection as well! Yum! One thing I like about their store is that they have $5 bags (HUGE) for all the unfortunate cookies- ones that did not fold aka the flat fortune cookies. They are just as good for half the price! A must go for all locals. Something to keep in mind is that their store front is small and unappealing, but the quality of food will win you over. Enjoy! read more

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Angela S.

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Love getting fortune cookies and uncut fresh rice noodles from here! Looks sketchy from the outside but worth a trip when we stop by Chinatown. read more

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Malia R.

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I am not too big on fortune cookies.. unless they are from here! YUM! You can literally smell the deliciousness from a few blocks away. I'm like a few of the others.. factory field trip, holla! Lol. But that's when the fandom started for me. I've been back often since.. not as much since I don't live in Seattle anymore, but when I visit, you'll def find me here. The outside doesn't look like much, but it's been there forever. The cookies are much cheaper than grocery stores because there is no markup, it's straight from the factory. The are also very innovative with their flavors, you'll definitely find something to your liking here. read more

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Nanette L.

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There's a wonderful array of flavored fortune cookies here. The cookie/noodle outlet is at the other end of the factory or down the block. These pre-packaged cellophane bags are pretty inexpensive at $1.25 a bag. Some flavors are pina colada, lemon, almond, and ginger. You can also get a nice big bag of plain flat cookies. read more

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Aaron M.

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I always love to crack open a cookie and see the rose print on it because, good or bad, I know that my fortune will be accurate and come true...and I will have a yummy cookie to consume as well. Without a doubt the best tasting cookies out there. read more

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Lo L.

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15 years ago

Growing up in the greater area of Seattle, I was spoiled with good fortune cookies. I naively thought that all fortune cookies were the same until a meal at a Chinese restaurant ended with a fortune cookie that tasted like plastic. It was then that I learned that not all restaurants use Tsue Chong Co./Rose Brand as their fortune cookie distributor, and I can taste the difference. The noodles are just as delicious. They have enough flavor that it would taste good if simply eaten with a can of chicken broth, but I always add vegetables and meat for nutrition (except that my preference of Spam is not very nutritious). We also only use the Rose brand wonton and egg roll wrappers because they taste good and don't break when you wrap/roll. Tsue Chong Co. makes quality products that can be found in Asian markets, but if you're near the factory during their limited business hours, you can save some money on their products. When we visit, we like to stock up on their noodles- and occasionally grab a 5 lb bag of unfortunate cookies to munch on during the drive home. read more

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Giulio B.

10 years ago

Although it may look menacing on the outside, the place itself and the services they provide are incredible! I went there a couple days ago to find custom fortune cookies for a prom invitation and they managed to make my idea come completely true. Special shoutout to Brian and the crew behind the fortune cookie making! Emailing was swift as well, so thumbs up to their customer service. Aside from the custom fortune cookies, there is also a huge display of other delicious food items. They sell regular fortune cookies as well as noodles. Never going to forget what this place did for me! read more

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Olivia S.

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Sketchy on the outside, not ever sure if they're open...Stop by here for fresh chow fun noodles, cut or uncut! Forget going to other Asian groceries in the area, go straight to the source! Cheap, takes card, done and done. You can get standard size packages or the larger 5 pound packs. Personally the regular size packs make it easier to separate the noodles. read more

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Nina C.

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Ok I've never actually been into this establishment but I am reviewing their noodles I've gotten from the Chinese supermarket. I buy their "Gourmet Chinese Noodles" which are awesome. I have a tendency to overcook soup noodles as I run around the house doing other things. You can't overcook these things. They don't overabsorb water, they don't break into tiny little pieces at the smallest prick, they're not too thin, not too thick and they taste GREAT. I'll have to come by here (before 2pm...thanks for the tip) to pick up some of their other noodles sometime. (Not a fortune cookie kinda gal.) 4.5 stars read more

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Bob C.

9 years ago

We live on the Olympic Peninsula and not get to Seattle very often, but when we do, we always go to Tsue Chong's for fortune cookies. Simply the best. We buy the unfortunate fortune cookies. So addictive we eat them up. read more

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Elle S.

9 years ago

It's not fancy, almost as far from it as you can get really, but they do what they do really well. The Unfortunate cookies are such a great deal (and a convenient stop on my walk home). The factory makes the street smell yummy too. read more

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Dubs Y.

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What do you need? Fortune cookie, wonton wrappers, chow mein noodle, crispy noodle, udon noodle, rice noodle, chow foon noodle. Special order cookies. The best is the 5lbs. bad of broken cookies. Fresh. read more

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Carmen N.

11 years ago

This place has been here for years! Tiny little shop on a corner in Chinatown. Good wonton noodles and rice noodles! read more

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Emily H.

11 years ago

Great noodles, fun fortune cookies. You can order custom fortune cookies for parties or weddings here.

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Emmett D.

17 years ago

You can get a 5 lb bag of 'Unfortunate' Fortune Cookies for $7 dollars. This place has the curb appeal of a Federal Penitentiary but the cookies here are worth it. Their unfortunates are quite fresh and addictive. Grab a bag for your office mates and you're a hero. read more

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Jim L.

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Love the fortune cookies, different flavors. Coconut is my favorite, reminds me of Hawaiian pina colada's . Great noodles. Wide and regular . Fresh won ton noodles are the best. The fresh rice noodles are great too. Stir fried or al dente in some good hearty meat soup with fresh meat and veggies. An institution that I have kept returning to for the last 40+ years. I will keep returning to the original . Guess that's why the company has been around for over 100 years!! Amazing!!! Yes I came back again!! read more

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Ce Y.

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Buy your fortune cookies straight from the source! Cheaper and fresher. Nothing beats fresh unfortunate cookies here! Price to taste ratio is through the roof! read more

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Gareth D.

16 years ago

I can basically eat a whole 1-2 pound bag of these fortune cookies in one sitting. They are perfect; super fresh and crisp, with hints of coconut and vanilla. It's pretty bad when you catch yourself throwing out a handful of fortunes you aren't even sure you really read. I'm not in to the seconds really -- you can spring for the pretty ones! read more

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Eva M.

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Fresh won ton mein & won ton wrappers are my favorite things to get here (in addition to the occasional bag of fortune cookies). Great products at a great price! read more

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Jean-marc L.

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LOVE IT!! go down there buy a bag of rejects and try not to eat the whole bag!! the whole family gets in on it ! my dog has stolen these out of my hands (shes a good dog normally !) go Tsue Chong ! read more

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Cayley C.

14 years ago

I have loved their fortune cookies since I took a tour in 6th grade, they are that good. We used them to make custom fortune cookies for our wedding. the process was very easy, and they were well priced. We got some great tasting, custom gifts for our wedding from friendly people. As others have mentioned, you can get great big bags of the unformed cookies for quite cheap. read more

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Tastes as good as it smells. Walk by the opened doors of this fortune cookie plant and you will smell the aromatic fragrant scent of fresh ingredients like butter which ultimately end up as fortune cookies. You can ask them for their "unfortunate" cookies (those that broke during manufacturing lol) and take a tour of the plant. They also sell flat/unrolled fortune cookies as well as flavored fortune cookies: vanilla, strawberry, chocolate, lemon, piña colada and cinnamon. read more

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Jammy L.

14 years ago

Awesome place. I got interested in coming thanks to all the other Yelp reviews, and did not regret one bit! Variety of yummy fortune cookies to choose from. The 5 pound bag of unfortunate cookie for $7.25 is awesome. I brought one of this bag back to my workplace and the 5 pound bag got cleaned out in 2 days! Now I am thinking of coming back to get more stuff... even if it's a long drive. read more

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Hannah L.

13 years ago

I had a great experience ordering custom fortune cookies. The staff was very helpful over the phone and email. The cookies are delicious, fresh, and inexpensive. read more

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Henry L.

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Delicious fortune cookies in 3 flavors! They make good noodles that can be used for noodle soup or spaghetti. The windows don't seem that appealing, but the inside of the store is much better. There are major differences between Tsue Chong Co Inc/Noodles and its competitors. read more

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Cora A.

11 years ago

Rose brand all the way! They hands down have the best flat noodles. They have just the right elasticity and flavor. We like to use them in our pad see ew, and other dishes! In addition their fortune cookies are super tasty! Definitely not your average, stale, flexible, sad, fortune cookie you get at the end of your meal. I can eat a whole bag of their flat, "unlucky" cookies! Also a great local business that deserves support! read more

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The Overlake S.

15 years ago

When I arrived at the Tsue Chong Fortune Cookie Factory, they didn't seem all that surprised to see me. I guess that makes sense, considering that they must have the ability to see into the future in order to write the fortunes that are placed into the cookies. The Tsue Chong Fortune Cookie factory is located in the International District of down town Seattle and offers tours to student groups. As our tour began, our guide, who was also a factory manager, told us some history about fortune cookies. They were actually an American invention, by a baker named David Tsung, who lived in California's San Joaquin Valley back in 1818. Flash forward nearly 100 years and you find the Tsue Chong factory, using nearly same key ingredients. The specific recipe for their batter comes from a recipe that the factory manager's grandmother used many years ago. The six primary ingredients for the fortune cookie batter include water, flour, butter, vanilla, eggs and sugar. Workers mix these ingredients and then machines dispense the batter in small circles which are then baked for roughly 4 minutes. While the cookie is still hot, it is folded around the fortune to make the well-known butterfly shape. These fortune cookies are sold to restaurants all around Washington. If you are looking for an interesting tour that can help give you an insight into the production of this tasty treat, I would highly recommend the Tsue Chong Fortune Cookie Factory. read more

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508 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98104
Chinatown, Chinatown International District
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(206) 623-0801
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http://tsuechong.com

Hours

What time does Tsue Chong open?

Tsue Chong opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Tsue Chong opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday.

What time does Tsue Chong close?

Tsue Chong closes at 3:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Tsue Chong closes at 12:00 PM on Saturday.Tsue Chong is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 3:30 PMSat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does Tsue Chong take credit cards?

No, Tsue Chong does not take credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Tsue Chong have catering options?

No, Tsue Chong does not have catering options.

Does Tsue Chong serve alcohol?

No, Tsue Chong does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Tsue Chong have TVs?

No, Tsue Chong does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Tsue Chong have bike parking?

No, Tsue Chong does not have bike parking.

Does Tsue Chong have outdoor seating?

No, Tsue Chong does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Tsue Chong have parking?

Yes, Tsue Chong has parking options. Street Parking

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Does Tsue Chong have free WiFi?

No, Tsue Chong does not have free WiFi.

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I have figured out what the ancient Sumerisans where carring in their little purses. Big John…read morealways knew and finally his kids are letting us in on the secret, "Big John's Herb and Spice Blend" to be found in the bulk spice and herb department. Located on the path to the stairs to the bulk chocolate department and just beyond the cheese, olive and charcuterie cases. Thanks Donna!

Nice to have an Italian import market right down the hill. An abundance of Italian staples like…read morepasta and canned tomatoes, salami, cheese, capers, olives and vinegar. Other fun stuff like licorice, biscotti, and wine. Also some Greek and Spanish imports. Pricey so can't shop here all the time, but a definite comfort/familiar European vibe.

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DeLaurenti Food & Wine

4.3(442 reviews)

1.1 mi•Downtown

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DeLaurenti Food & Wine has been in existence since 1946, with the move to its current location at…read morePike Place Market since 1972. Three generations of the DeLaurenti family oversaw it until 2001 when three local Seattleites took over the reins for the past 25 years to date, Pat McCarthy, Matt Snyder, and Nate Plutko. I'm a Washingtonian since 1973 and have enjoyed seeing this at the corner of 1st and Pike. Numerous visits, but my most recent detour was on 2/16/26. I love gawking at the various sundries and specialty items available especially the chocolates, spices, sauces, olive oils, pasta, ad naseum. Just wander along each aisle, you'll understand and be inspired. Also, what an expansive meat and cheese case with knowledgeable staff for your charcuterie needs! Upstairs you can find a decent selection of wine and spirits and an apertivo spot to have a glass and a bite. I was full from my pasta bowl at nearby Pasta Casalinga, but was eyeing the charcuterie cone. Imagine tasty nibbles to snack on while wandering the rest of the market. Back on the main floor towards 1st Avenue, there's a busy espresso bar and where one can get an Italian panini or pizza slices to go. Highly recommended while at Pike Place Market. Buon Appetito!

The lady who works at the yarn store around the corner from here said this was the best coffee…read morearound the waterfront and she was spot on. I came here for coffee and it was sooo good. Just hot enough to keep you warm but not too hot that you couldn't enjoy. Great flavoring and service! It wasn't until I walked my 4th circle around Pikes Place area that I realized they had a whole deli and grocery store behind it and a wine bar upstairs! Wish I tried some of their food but was a great experience!

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Olive oil galore (2/16/26)

Bali's Himalayan Chai & Salt Snacks Counter

5.0(14 reviews)

4.0 mi•Junction

Love these small spots in Seattle that are very surprising. It is a little busy and hectic here on…read morea Sunday during the farmers market, so you gotta be very patient. There isn't really a system for ordering or receiving your food/drinks. It's kinda like when you go to a family's house and they're busy making sure all the food and drinks have enough love, so you gotta wait for them to do their thang and just quietly enjoy the process. The owner is suuuper kind and greets you as you enter and you can tell he really cares about his customers. He will let you know if he's busy and around how long to wait. I just gotta hand it to the owner, it sounds like he has a lot of regulars who come in for dosa, lentils, and chai. It smelled good every time he made some dosa! Masala chai: got mine with oat milk (he has to brew a new batch if you want a different milk), he usually uses half and half I believe for his chai. Love the spices! I like my chai pretty spicy and this is really good. He sells packs of loose chai so you can brew at home also Note: their masala chai is made with black tea and their pink chai is made with green tea and has pistachio Will come back to try the food and pink chai when it's not so poppin!

Extraordinary food, made to order: Chais & East-Indian fare! Bali's a friendly host; and he makes…read moreDosa!! Dosa, an Indian dish that's impossible to find in most Seattle E-Indian restaurants are heaven!!. THANK YOU, Bali ; )

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Hawaii General Store & Gallery

4.6(106 reviews)

4.4 mi•Wallingford

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What a cute store jam packed full of stuff from the aloha islands…read more I loved checking out all the items here and there's an entire section dedicated to Hawaiian preserved plums and fruits, this was my faborite. Many of these items are similar to my own culture and with a Hawaiian twist. I bought some fun items here and this is a great place to buy creative gifts. Ill definitely come back when in Seattle! Mahalo for a great experience!

This is such a gem in Washington! There is a decent sized Hawaiian community in WA from what my…read morehusband has told me, so this store is a must visit for all your Hawaii needs. We decided to stop in for some leis for my step daughter's graduation. It is such a cute shop and the ambiance is so reminiscent of Hawaii where I lived for 8 yrs! I ended up getting a cute book for my daughter and a tshirt for myself. This shop had everything "Hawaii" I will definitely be returning every time I visit Washington! Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area! The aloha and service are the best part of it all. :)

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Just a small sampling of some of the Ono chocolates and candies we offer!

All things "honu"... jewelry, ceramics, art

Hawaii General Store & Gallery - A fresh double tuberose lei, fabulous Maui wines and some delicious carmel covered macadamia nuts. The makings for a aloha-full evening!

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A fresh double tuberose lei, fabulous Maui wines and some delicious carmel covered macadamia nuts. The makings for a aloha-full evening!

Seattle Fish Guys

4.4(1.4k reviews)

0.9 mi•Atlantic

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This is one of the regulars in my monthly rotation. I love going to Seattle Fish Guys for their…read moredelicious poke and fresh seafood. Their salmon is especially excellent quality, and I love the yuzu salmon poke. I love getting a side of the unagi / eel as well. The choose-three poke is a huge portion and enough to feed two people - it's my go to. It's a counter service casual place with a few tables inside and outside. They have several parking spots in the basement as well. Definitely add this place to your list!!

I saw a video on this so I had to come…read more We ordered the poke plate, clam chowder, and salmon belly. We chose salmon and tuna poke and let me tell you, the chunks are huge!! So fresh and so delicious. The clam chowder was my second favorite and I would choose this clam chowder over Pike's. I thought the salmon belly wasn't bad, but it didn't live up to the price tag. It was the most expensive thing we got and my least favorite. Overall, get the poke and the clam chowder!!

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Spicy ahi tuna, avocado tuna with white rice, seaweed salad, mac salad

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Goodies Mediterranean Market

4.6(174 reviews)

9.2 mi•Olympic Hills

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This market reminds me of growing up oversees. The smell of fresh feta, olives, and freshly…read more spiced meat ready to grill warms my heart. It is hard to find the selection of pickled and Mediterranean goods that this market carries. I love seeing the cases of mineral water and soda outside of the market. Samira and the rest of the staff are really nice and it's an oasis in Lake city. Please support this local business. 10 stars.

The gentleman running the store helped me find exactly what I needed and told me how to use it…read moreproperly when I had no idea how to proceed with a new recipe. Very pleasant and patient with me when I knew so little.

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Dried vegetables that you would normally see strung up to dry in someone's house

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So many spices!

Uwajimaya

4.3(1.4k reviews)

0.2 mi•Chinatown, Chinatown International District

•$$

Uwajimaya has to be the largest, cleanest, and nicest Asian grocery stores I've ever been in and…read moreI'm jealous this isn't local to me! Also wish I didn't discover it my last night in town because I would have stopped in almost everyday. Huge selection - from health & beauty, dishes, alcohol, prepared food, and just about everything you can imagine from the food side (pantry and fresh). Large produce selection with a lot of items you can't easily find in an "everyday American" grocery store. I also loved they carried salad mixes. The meat and seafood area had great selection and was so clean and fresh! The pantry type items also had an incredible selection. I wish I could have stocked up on so many things. For a quick lunch or dinner, stop by and try some of their prepared food items - great selection and I felt reasonable prices. I loved browsing all the aisles and was so inspired to want to make a delicious meal. Since I was traveling, I could only pick up a few items! Hope when I return to leave some extra room in my suitcase. Great store!

Nice grocery store in Chinatown. Parking lot right in front. Very convenient…read more Spacious inside. Clean and bright. They have many sections, grocery, snacks, drinks, kitchen supplies, stationery and more. I definitely love the chips section. More options than NJ. I would have bought the whole shelf if I can. I didn't have much interaction with the staff but they seemed nice.

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Local Market

4.8(110 reviews)

8.3 mi

Family-owned & operated

Grab-and-go

Mark is the GOAT. I love buying my fish and caviar from…read morehere. Always fresh. Highly recommended, 5 stars on all counts!!!

They started having specials with their fishes and it was such a great deal we couldn't resist…read more Wednesday special was hand rolls for 99 cents each!!!! You can choose from a variety of fishes as well. They were pretty fresh and yummy. The guy working there was really nice. He had a lot of advice and suggestions. The place is literally a fish market so not a dine in place. Parking is ample. Otherwise, it's pretty quiet and calm. The stuff is sometimes pricey but when they do deals like this, it's worth it. Will probably be back for their sushi and sashimi special as well.

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Lunch Omakase specials

Beecher's Handmade Cheese

4.3(4.1k reviews)

1.2 mi•Downtown

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This is some wicked good cheese, my friends. I'm not sure what it is but it's my favorite and I…read moreused to live in France too.

Grabbed an 8 oz mac and cheese…read more It's simple, but done really well. The cheese is rich and sharp with a deep flavor, and the pasta is cooked just right so it stays creamy without turning mushy. It has that slightly baked finish on top that adds a nice texture. Portion was perfect for a quick bite, but it's filling for what it is. You can also see them making cheese in the shop, which adds to the whole experience. The place gets busy, but the line moves fast and the staff keeps things organized. Everything came out hot and fresh. Definitely one of those must try spots when you're at Pike Place.

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Made In Washington

4.4(40 reviews)

1.2 mi•Downtown

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Great shop in Pike Place for those who want to take home souvenirs or for general gifting that are…read moremore personalized than the usual mass-produced overseas mugs and such in gift shops. They have consumables (salmon, coffee, tea, chocolate, etc) as well as shirts, art, posters, and such. They even have artisan hand-blown glass ornaments (throwback to the Museum of Glass). The shop is decently sized so there's a lot of things to choose from. If you're running low on luggage space or buying something delicate, they will package and ship things to your door! So thoughtful. The workers are pretty friendly despite being inundated with guests. They sometimes have featured beverage samples of coffee or tea so you can try before you commit to buying a whole bag of stuff.

Made in Washington is a Pike Place store that carries all sorts of artisan items made in the state…read moreof Washington. They were open early, and I was able to enjoy the different tinned and packaged salmon they had, as well as the different salts and rubs. The service was extremely friendly and helpful and I would absolutely return in a heartbeat!

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Chip K.

13 years ago

Great place to get Chinese noodles and fortune cookies. Even the broken or unformed ones which are my favorite kind since most of the fortunes aren't really fortunes. Been going here for many years and haven't been disappointed. read more

George C.

2 years ago

I went to Tsue Chong at 1:30 today and they were closed. They moved to somewhere else. Does one know where they move to? thanks. G read more

Chris S.

15 years ago

Fresh noodles everytime and cheap too!!!! Always my go-to place to buy fresh ho-fun.

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Get a giant bag of "rejects" for ~$7.

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