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Black Pearl
7347 35th Ave, Seattle, WA 98115 · 206-526-5115
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WEDGEWOOD. A popular notion is that you have to make your way to the International District to find really good Chinese food in Seattle; fortunately, this Wedgewood eatery goes a long way toward dispelling that myth. For the better part of a decade now, the Black Pearl has been wowing Seattle's Northside with a menu that peppers traditional Chinese fare with a bit of a Pacific Northwest lilt. The hand-rolled noodles are becoming somewhat of a local legend.
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RENTON. Renton may be a bit of drive from the heart of the Seattle area, but if you find yourself deep in the south metro with a craving for Chinese, this treasure earns high marks for its friendly service, affordable prices, and excellent Cantonese cuisine. Featured main dishes include duck tongue with assorted vegetables, deep-fried pigeon in spice sauce, shredded roast duck with jellyfish, and stir-fried beef with lychee. Rumor has it that their dim sum lunch special is one of the best deals in the Sound region.
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Hunan Garden
11814 8th St NE, Bellevue, WA 98005 · 425-451-3595
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BELLEVUE. For diners seeking traditional Chinese cuisine, Hunan Garden is a crowd-pleasing option. A pleasant setting and friendly service enhance your experience as you sample dishes like stir-fried chicken with mango or a vegetarian Buddha's Delight. The lunch special is an excellent value and comes with appetizer, soup, fried rice, hot tea, and a fortune cookie.
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KENT. Located in Kent's Great Wall Shopping Mall, this Chinese restaurant may seem a little over-the-top to first timers, especially when the afternoon dim sum lunch carts roll around – any apprehension quickly fades once you've tried the shrimp dumplings, though. Regulars rave about the menu's broad array of dinner dishes, with the choices ranging from Thai-style tilapia flavored with lemon grass and cilantro, to Szechwan seafood hotpot, to Peking duck, to a seafood hotpot that comes with shrimp, squid, and finfish. Reservations accepted during the week, but for groups only on the weekend.
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MAPLE LEAF. Highly regarded by local food critics, Judy Fu has firmly cemented herself in the company of the Puget Sound's finest Chinese chefs. Scintillating Mandarin and Szechuan dishes include shrimp or chicken mu shu, crispy tea-smoked duck with hoisin sauce, and Land and Sea clay pot stew. With its contemporary yet unpretentious ambience and great menu, Snappy Dragon tends to get quite crowded at times, so reservations are recommended.
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BELLEVUE. This fashionable Chinese bistro gets high marks with Seattle's trendier diners, who adore the contemporary interior and eclectic menu. Start with do-it-yourself lettuce wraps – these alone are worth the trip. Afterwards, go any route you like, from Szechwan to Hunan, Cantonese to Shanghai. Chang's daily specials are always worth considering – keep your fingers crossed that they include Szechwan shrimp or pan-fried noodles.
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Sea Garden
509 7th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104 · 206-623-2100
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INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT. Popular Sea Garden has a varied menu that always incorporates the freshest seafood available. Highly recommended dishes include crab in black bean sauce, Eight Treasure casserole, Double Pleasure flounder (this one includes the head), and an exotic jellyfish appetizer. Choose your meal from the tank out front and then settle into the spacious, modern dining room. A full bar is available.
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Tai Tung
655 S King St, Seattle, WA 98104 · 206-622-7372
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INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT. One of the district's grand old-timers (open since the 1930s), Tai Tung capably keeps pace with the flashier, hipper establishments by keeping its focus on what's really important: the food. Indeed, menu stalwarts like Kung pao shrimp, Singapore-style vermicelli, and mu shu pork have been drawing raves from three generations of customers. Once a haven for Seattle's night owl diners, Tai Tung looks to have changed little decor-wise from its heyday (dark wood paneling and Formica tabletops) as one of the town's only late night eateries.
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BELLEVUE. Admittedly, picking one or two top-notch restaurants from the many located throughout Seattle can be a daunting task. Top Gun, though, makes at least one of the choices a no-brainer – its famously tasty dim sum and traditional Chinese fare attract a large number of fans every day, especially at lunch. White linens and friendly service are added perks. Best of all, prices won't send you running to the bank for a loan.
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Uptown China
200 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109 · 206-285-7710
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QUEEN ANNE. Convenient to the Seattle Center, this understated little Chinese joint has made quite a name for itself in Queen Anne circles thanks to its terrific prices and tasty Mandarin fare. At lunchtime, especially, the place stays packed, with the hungry clientele enjoying everything from moo shu pork to kung pao chicken (all combinations come with rice and an eggroll).
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