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4.0 of 5 stars.
Eat the pork burger.Eat the Taiwanese meatball.Trust me.Be prepared to eat with people hovering over you waiting for a table.
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Facing East restaurant, I've heard a lot about this place, and it is quite different than other places. The atmosphere is very cozy and old Taiwan like. You can see just how busy their kitchen is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, rather crowded, harsh seating. I've dined here about four times, and was scared off by the wait a couple more.Tonight, the pork buns and the green beans were in top form, some pork over...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Called itself as authentic as it can be, but the fact is ... NO.The food is ok but not authentic and the taste is just cannot compare to the home town - Taiwan.Overprice for a very small dish......
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
so seattle is known for its inadequacy in good Chinese food, especially Taiwanese food... before Facing East, we were stuck with the likes of Rockin' Wok and Maple Garden, which are all pretty decent...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dear sweet pig knuckle, their pig knuckle is fine. No seriously, the pig knuckle/foot soup made my day.Even the air hangs heavy with comforting, savory aromas. The place is tiny and the benches are...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been here once since I am not usually in the area. You know this place is authentic when they had a hard time making a chow men vegetarian (aka meatless). There were only few items I could...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
me loves facing east taiwanese restaurant. i don't eat meat, but hooray for:1) broiled fish w/miso glaze2) sweet potato oyster pancake3) citrus fruit tea4) icy dessert w/red beans, etc (don't know...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally some true authentic Taiwanese food!This restaurant is my top 5 "frequent visit" restaurant list. Everything in the menu is quite authentic, quality is quite food (although still as good as...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whether is it facing north, south, EAST or West, this restaurant is heading in the right direction. Every item I have gotten on the menu is delicious. They use the freshest ingredients. There were a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They serve the best Taiwanese deli in Seattle area!! If you're taiwanese, you'll realize that the appetizer section is where you'll find all the traditional Taiwanese deli. It's not the best compare...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Mmmm mmmm! We had the Pork Burger, Taiwanese Style Chow Mein and Beef Short Ribs w/ Black Pepper Sauce and they were all very tasty & authentic. It doesn't beat Grandma's cooking but it's the next...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The interior is definitely upscale as far as Chinese restaurants go. But 8 bucks for fried rice? Fried rice with ONLY eggs and onions? Though they did give it some fancy sounding name like "pickled...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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You don't find my place that specialize in Taiwanese food. I've heard that sourcing the spices and seasoning are an often an issue. This little place has a great menu for the unique flavors of Taiwan - think...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just like home. Seriously. It's that authentic.Everything on the menu is good, you really can't go wrong at all.If you can, go with a friend that reads Chinese so they can order those non-translated...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A nice little mix of a little of everything. DIdn't get t try the Chinese desserts but would've liked to. Beef noodle soup wasn't good but coming from Dallas, FtWorth where there isn't much of an...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here a few times now. Three times to be exact, so I can say this review is based on more than just a one and done deal. What can I say, I like to be thorough with what I do!The food for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
How do you say 'orgasm' in Thaiwanese? This was amazing!Credits on this quote go to T :-)When the main lady of the restaurant keeps walking by you, several times, smiling, and brings you more stuff to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The only reason it did not get 5 stars is I am spoiled by L.A. restaurants. Parking is a challenging and line can be long. I just avoid the peak hours. They can use more space but it's simple and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My brother told me about this place and my wife and I decided to check it out after our post-Christmas shopping trip. Having lived near San Gabriel, CA, I had high expectation for Facing East because...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The first thing I have to say about this place is that I waited for 30mins to just to get a table. It could have been because a Saturday night magic, but the line was just awful.However, I was very...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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This restaurant is only a block from Bellevue Square, but it is in the center of the block in Belgate Plaza, so it is a well-kept secret! Nearly all the patrons appear to be professionals from Taiwan. The food...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Facing East is a winner in my book. One of my favorite restaurants in the Seattle area. The food is fresh and authentic, the wait staff friendly, and the prices are right. You must try the Pork...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite places to eat when I lived in Bellevue. Now that I'm in Woodinville, it's just a bit too far to go as often as I'd like. The food is great, especially at the price - I can usually...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just went there last night. One of the better chinese restaurant in bellevue area. The interior is nice and clean and service is not too bad either. I had the pork noodle soup, very delicious broth...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not bad for Taiwanese food in Seattle. I must say, the decor and the service was pretty great. Very clean which is rare to find in any authentic Chinese place. Being an Asian food snob since I have...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went back a couple more times, food still real consistent across the board, the shaving ice with eight types of ingredient is to die for. The reason for the slip in rating is to be consistent with my...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2008
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Our family has been going there since they first opened. Always impressed with the quality ingredients they invest into the food and the environment is clean and neat. Owners have put a lot of heart and soul...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very very good Chinese food. Reminds me actually of good Taiwanese food we used to only able to get in Vancouver. Go with a group of friends so you can try more dishes. Portions are on the small side...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've tasted many cuisines, but Taiwanese has not been one of them. This is good and bad. I have no idea what Taiwanese food should taste like, but I do know if something tastes good.The food here...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A friend of mine recommened this place to me after I mentioned that there's no good Chinese food in the Seattle area. I've had several Chinese friends agree with me so I felt pretty confident in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is delicious. I admit that I know jack when it comes to ordering when I go, I just let my Chinese friends order. My only complaint are the chairs have no back. I know they are trying to make...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome Tea. Served in cool containers too. 5 spice chicken wasn't that great, I've had much better. But the Tea.. oh boy its some good stuff! Bring a mandarin speaker in your party, you get...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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They have the authentic taiwanese snacks and smaller dishes like minced pork on rice as well as frui...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was delicious! The place is very petite, and food comes in sensible portion.
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The place was jam packed on a Saturday evening, so I decided that I would just order to go. I was promised a 5 min wait but some how my order got lost and I ended up waiting for over 30 min. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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Terrible service, the manager let several teenagers cut in front of the line when several parties have been waiting nearly an hour. One of the worst dining experiences I've ever had, the people who run it are...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I thought the food was delicious but the prices too high. My lunch was $26 (including tax and tip, but still.) Granted, part of that was my fault for taking the previous Yelp reviews seriously when...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pork Burger.....that's all I really have to say...but i'll say a few more words!great flavors! lots of different choices that I've never had before! worth trying if you want something new and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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It all started well until I was ready to order my food. The moment I ordered my food, everything begins to go wrong. When I began to order my food, I was pressured by the waiter to order the most expensive and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally! A Taiwanese restaurant in Seattle! =) YUM! This is a hole-in-the-wall place and it feels kind of like shops in Taiwan, only MUCH cleaner. The benches are wood and somewhat uncomfortable, but...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A word of caution... If you are grossed out by gelatinous fat, you will probably be grossed out by the pork burger - which is kind of like a steamed, open-faced bbq pork bun with some chopped up nuts...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Hello, my name is Jeff and I'm a food snob. Sure there are decent dishes here but its nothing to go ga-ga over. Hell, I even complain when I'm eating Taiwanese food in Taiwan so I'm a lost cause....
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think that people who really like Taiwanese food will probably think this restaurant is four stars or better. But if Taiwanese food is represented by what I had at Facing East (the pork burger, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's good, don't get me wrong. But it was strange to see an American vegetable melody paired with the pork chop and rice. I mean, I ate it and it tasted good, but seeing vegetables that look like they...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So theres North, South, West, & East...Bellevue has this Taiwanese restaurant that has some really delicious food =DFacing East is hidden away in a small strip mall. They've included a good majority...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just had lunch here with my Taiwanese boyfriend and YUM!!! I haven't had a lot of Taiwanese food but everything I had here was delicious! We had something called garlic noodles, which were a bit...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place makes me very happy. I feel so satisfied after eating here and the prices are great. I love the Basil Chicken--it is so much like the deepfried chicken street food you find in the middle of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This was my first experience with Taiwanese cuisine, and I'm in no hurry to try it again. The pork burger WAS really good- a slab of fat with peanuts and cilantro and something really sweet, yum....
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Simple homecook dishes with a bit of fusion. If I can cook it. Then I don't see why I need to go to a restaurant to dine on something simple. Comments on some dishes: 1) Sweet potato flour pancake...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
MOUTH ORGASM! I haven't had such a strong, visceral reaction to a restaurant in a LONG time. The place is small and packed because it is damn good! For those of you that need to see ethnic population...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place reminds me of my home country which had similar atmosphere and the concept of the food. They come in small portion but big enough to make me full and not feel guilty. The food is not greasy...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I feel like I have been giving 5 star ratings like candy. i promise you there is no grade inflation here. i am made in taiwan. my mom and i love the food. so many simple dishes with three ingredients:...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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"Love this place!! Get the pork burger! Also, if you are adventurous you...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place!! Get the pork burger! Also, if you adventurous you can get the waiter to translate some of the chinese only menu items. Oh, the chinese okra clam soup is rocking too. And the beef...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place gets 4 stars. The 5th star will always belong to all the night market vendors in Taiwan. :-) I decided to ordered a few simple items as "the test." It's not home, but pretty darn close......
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yu-Ling Wong has done it again! Following her major success at Uptown China on lower Queen Anne, she has opened this Taiwanese gem in Bellevue. Don't be deterred because the restaurant is in a strip...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I tried the three-cup-chicken, pork burger and another Taiwanese food having oyster (cannot recall the English name). They are all very good. The citrus fruit tea on the other hand is too sweet for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a real gem, and is quickly becoming one of my favorites restaurants. Very authentic Taiwanese cuisine, and much more so than Yea's Wok. Be adventurous with the menu, as you can't really...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had never had Taiwanese food before I set my foot in here and MAN OH MAN, they are tasty!!!!! I am in love.I recommend that everyone tries their Taiwanese pork burger. Believe it or not, it has two...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My goodness!! This place is suddenly brimming with the reviews! I went there a couple of months ago and it was delicious. The environment is fantastic, it takes you straight back to the night market...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
you'll find food worth sharing at this oddly named restaurant. the five spiced fried chicken and taiwanese hamburger (not what it sounds like) stood out uniquely. despite their "hamburgers and fried...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I cannot claim to be a Taiwanese food expert. I do have an experienced palate in most other cuisines. I've never been to Taiwan.When we visited the place was packed with 95% asian customers. What...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We just went to Facing East for Lunch. The food is great and authentic! There are a couple of places around greater Seattle that serves Taiwanese food, but so far, this is the only place I would go...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Suprisingly, it's a pretty authentic Taiwanese restaurant with a fusion touch. I highly recommended pork stew over rice ($3.99!!!), citrus fruit tea, , sweet potato pancake with fresh oyster &...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place serves authentic Taiwanese food that you might find on the streets of Taipei (or so I was told). The menu is small for a Chinese restaurant, and so are the portions. However, the quality...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE THE ENVIRONMENT. I love the setting of the restaurants, reminds me of home. The first time I came to try the food- it was really good and affordable. The second time I went there- I had a mixed...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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I have mix feelings about this place. It took us three attempts to successfully try the food at Facing East. Do not attempt to go there around 7:30pm-8:00pm especially on weekends as you will most likely...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally an authentic and good tasting Taiwanese restaurant in the Seattle area. I would give it a 4.5 star if Yelp lets me. Food is good and tastes almost like the real thing (sometimes it's still a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok. this inability to read the chinese script has become a big disability and is puting a serious hamper to my tryst of eating at authentic asian joints. Note to self: need to get authentic Chinese...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2007
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our favorite dish of 5 was the snack, five-spice fried chicken with basil...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 05/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
An experience that absolutely cannot be missed. Taste the obscure and relatively known cuisine of Taiwan. An authenticity that could only be possible because of the owner's research and own...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hidden behind Key Bank off of Bellevue way, this place is hands down, the best Taiwanese restaurant in the greater Seattle area. Ok, it's like the ONLY Taiwanese restaurant in the area. (Don't...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2006
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