This place is a favorite of my family and extended fam! I had many lunch dates with my hubs ! I love their Kung Pao and General Tsos.. hubs love their Chicken Lo Mein and Egg Foo Young. Their wonton soup is hit or miss, not as good but there are countless of good things on the menu! Dim sum is always good. Service is usually good....Especially if your a regular. Weekends at night tend to be very busy so plan accordingly. read more

This was, by far, the worst experience I have ever had at a local restaurant. My neighbors and I decided to celebrate a birthday at this neighborhood Chinese restaurant. We ordered the Human Delight and specifically requested that it be prepared without any spicy sauce, as two of us cannot tolerate spicy food. When the food arrived, each of us served ourselves and immediately realized the dish was spicy. We called the waiter, who acknowledged that he had entered the order correctly as non-spicy. He took all of our plates, along with the entire entrée, back to the kitchen. When the replacement arrived, we immediately noticed it was served on a much smaller platter and contained no shrimp or scallops, even though those are standard ingredients in Human Delight. We asked the waiter why the dish was smaller and missing key ingredients. Instead of addressing our concern, he appeared annoyed and asked, "What do you want me to do?" We simply asked for the dish we had originally ordered and paid for: Human Delight with shrimp, scallops, beef, chicken, and pork, prepared without the spicy sauce. The waiter then called the manager. The manager identified himself as the cook and stated that he would not add more shrimp or scallops. We explained that we had not eaten the original dish because it was prepared incorrectly and that the entire entrée had been taken back to the kitchen along with our plates. Instead of apologizing and correcting the mistake, he said he needed to inspect the returned plates. After doing so, he claimed he had found only "half a shrimp" on one plate--something that was simply untrue. Eventually, he brought out a third version of the dish. Although it was still noticeably smaller than the original portion, he said he had added "three shrimp and three scallops" this time although he could not account for the rest after checking our plates. We are three women in our 60s and 70s, and we were shocked by how we were treated. Rather than apologizing for serving the wrong order, the staff questioned our honesty and acted as though we were trying to get something we had not asked for. The way this situation was handled was unprofessional, disrespectful, and unacceptable. We left feeling insulted rather than valued as customers. We will not be returning, and we cannot recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for good customer service or food. read more

TL;DR - A onetime favorite Dim Sum favorite in MoCo, is now subpar, overpriced, and has horrible service. Far East is a longtime staple in the DMV food scene, having been in operation since 1974. I was a few times a year patron leading up to 2019, and the last time I was there was in 2023. During my 2023 visit, the place was showing it's age with dingy matted carpeting and cramped dining room. Against my better judgement, I made the trek into Rockville to meet up with some folks for Sunday dim sum. IMHO, while it's true at one point, VA dim sum was inferior to it's MD siblings across the river, I'd say there are plenty of comparable if not BETTER places in VA. Our group was large (15), so we had to dine at two tables, as the largest table could only accomodate12. And note, for dim sum, Far East does not seat incomplete parties, so everyone arrive early. Also note, if you do choose to dine here, the parking lot is fairly small - but there is additional parking towards the back past the dumpsters. My recollection from 2023, was the selection of dishes was quite limited, and the 3-4 ladies who were pushing the steam carts, were peddling the same items over and over. That experience has not changed in 3 yrs. Upon sitting, our hungry group ordered dishes of shrimp dumplings (har gow), shumai, tofu rolls, rice rolls w/shrimp and beef, etc. Everything was fine; but nothing really stood out. The items were lukewarm, and cooled within a few minutes of being passed around the Lazy Susan. To me anyway, I found many of the dishes to be underseasoned...and when does a person characterize Chinese food as not being SALTY enough? The table chili oil was also quite bland. There was a good mix of fried chilis combined with oil, but there was just a hint of spice/heat with the predominant flavor being a heavy greasiness. Perhaps the worst part of the experience was the service. Even accepting that Chinese restaurants are notorious for "providing" legendary bad service, Far East exceeded that reputation. I understand that it was Sunday and the place was busy, but it took over 10 minutes for water and tea to arrive. And a few times, I literally had to get up from the table to flag down servers to refill empty water glasses and tea pots. Piles of dirty dishes kept piling up to the point where a few of us, took them to the bussers and food runners ourselves to make space for new dishes at the table. However, the worst incident was at the end when the servers and what I assume was the manager, rushed us to pay the bill since they needed the table, one of the staff was hurriedly cleaning the table, and spilled an entire glass of ice water on my friend's dress! He didn't even apologize, and when she went to complain to the manager, the only thing he said was, "it's only water, it will wash out." Wow! even by Chinese restaurant standards, that's bad!!! When the bill arrived, the total came out to roughly $35/person with tax and tip (gratuity is already included for larger parties, so be sure to double-check the bill). The meal was definitely NOT worth the $35, and for that amount, I could've had a much better and filling meal at Peter Chang Herndon - https://www.yelp.com/biz/peter-chang-herndon?osq=Peter+Chang This will undoubtedly be the last time I travel to Montgomery County for dim sum...and especially to Far East Restaurant. read more

Far East Restaurant - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

Push cart style dim sum. Gets busy on weekends and you need full party before they'll seat you. Prices are a little high but good selection available. Interior is also nicely designed read more

Far East Restaurant - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

Been coming here since 1990's. Love the authenticity, ambiance, & food. The staff Is so nice. Exceptional Kung Pao !!! Started with appetizer Four Happiness (sampler). Wings, Shrimp Toast, Chinese BBQ Ribs, & Spring Roll). So good. Also had the Yi Shia g Pork (subbed Cabbage & Snow Peas for Green & Red Peppers). Also very good. Our favorite go to for Chinese Restaurant in Maryland !!! read more

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Not bad for dim sum! To be honest pretty comparable to other dim sum spots in Virginia, but none of the dishes in particular stood out. I would come here again! read more

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We had a lot of fun at dim sum brunch at Far East Restaurant. The service was very fast. The servers with the carts come around with various offerings, and you basically just say yes or no to each thing they try to put on the table. Most of the food was excellent. We especially enjoyed some steamed shrimp dumplings, noodle dishes and fried rice. I loved the stuffed eggplant. The restaurant got very busy around noon, but the fast and attentive service stayed consistent. We felt like we got a good price for a vast amount of dishes. We were happy with the experience. read more

Far East Restaurant - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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Best food in the area! Fast service! Been going here for 30 years! ! Never disappoints! read more

*Dinner experience, need to try Dim Sum still.* Ahh holy saltiness. We started with the twice cooked pork (pork chung king) and salt and pepper squid and I can't say I'd recommend someone with high bp to come here for dinner. The flavors were all in the right direction but still very much on the Chinese-American end of the flavors palette. Sadly it was all so very salty and the single, small cup of rice given per dish was insufficient to help. We then ordered a shrimp lo mein which saved the day - not stellar but hit being the staple you expect. The service was fine and not too busy for a late night. We'll have to try their dim sum and I hope it's much better. read more

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Peking duck was dry. Everything else was quite sweet. Nothing was extraordinary flavor wise and prices were a bit high. Our waiter was also not that helpful in helping us order and couldn't really explain the food. This place will cater well for large groups as this place is spacious. But food wise I think there's better Chinese places, especially in this area. read more

Far East Restaurant - 70$ fish - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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It's been a while since I last came here, and since then they've renovated -- the restaurant now has a beautiful, more modern look with an old-world Chinese decor that feels elegant and inviting. The food was very good. We ordered the shredded pork pan-fried noodles, the Kingdom pork chop -- which was crispy yet tender with a delicious sweet, savory, and tangy sauce -- and a fish dish with stir fried vegetables. The service was very kind and attentive, which made the experience even better. This place is a bit more expensive than other Chinese restaurants in the area, but perhaps that's due to the updated ambiance and decor. Overall, we enjoyed dining here. read more

Far East Restaurant - Filet Fish Saute - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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Stopped by Far East Restaurant for dim sum recently and was so happy to see dine-in seating fully back again after COVID -- it really brings back the classic dim sum experience. We arrived right when they opened around 11 AM on a weekend and were seated immediately since it wasn't too busy yet. One thing to note is that the entire party needs to be present before being seated, which they enforce, but it helps keep things moving smoothly once you're inside. The service felt traditional and efficient, with attentive push carts circulating constantly, making it easy to see what's fresh and grab dishes as they come by. The staff were also accommodating with a baby seat, which made the visit comfortable for families. The steamed cart is always my favorite, and Far East does it well. Standouts for me were the shrimp rice crepe (silky and delicate), shrimp dumplings (har gow) with plump, juicy filling, and the steamed ribs, which were tender and flavorful. The chicken feet and tripe were also well prepared -- classic dim sum staples done right. I also loved the sticky rice, which was fragrant and satisfying, along with two must-order bakery items: the pineapple buns and egg tarts. Both were fresh and comforting, with the egg tarts having that perfect balance of flaky crust and smooth custard. Overall, Far East delivers a solid, traditional dim sum experience -- lively carts, reliable favorites, and a welcoming environment for groups and families. Great spot to gather, share dishes, and enjoy a relaxed weekend dim sum meal. Definitely glad to have seating back again. read more

Far East is amazing! The service was great and the food was so authentic and delicious. The ambiance was perfect too. I'm visiting from the Los Angeles San Gabriel Valley area and I was curious to compare Far East and I was definitely not disappointed. We got the beef chow fun, stir fried eggplant and General Tso's Chicken. The chow fun tasted perfect. The chicken was perfectly crisp and the sauce was so delicious. The garlic sauce for the eggplant was perfect as well. I'll definitely be back! read more

Far East Restaurant - Beef Chow Foon, Stir Fried Eggplant, General Tso's Chicken - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

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My biggest takeaway for this restaurant is that your dining timing matters. The food is only consistently good if you come during peak dim sum hours (11:00 to 12:30pm). This is your typical push-cart dim sum (not à la carte), so selection and quality depend heavily on volume and turnover. Outside of rush hour, the quality can be hit or miss due to fewer fresh dishes coming out. Some standout items worth getting when they're fresh: Shrimp rice crepe with sweet soy (4/5): soft, well-textured, and nicely balanced. Steamed siu mai (4/5): solid but nothing amazing. Har gow (3/5): decent, but not a standout. Items you could try, but may want to pass on if you're being selective: Stuffed sticky rice in lotus leaves (2/5) Beef chow fun (2/5) Fried taro dumpling (3/5) Turnip cake (3/5) Egg custard tart (2/5) Overall, this place can be good if you come at the right time. The service is also hit or miss (sometimes it seems the carts bother you to order more, especially for their slowly moving items, otherwise the push-carts just keep wizzing by). I'd probably only attend if you need a big group for dimsum. read more

We have been loyal customers for at least 30+ years (dine in & carry out). We frequented with take-out during COVID, continued to support when restaurant was under renovation more recently and then returned to dine-in in 2024. We noticed a change to staff demeanor at that point, dismissed as a possible 1-time waiter issue. Food waa still amazing despite rising costs, which is everywhere. We continued our take out traditions and the other night was invited to dine there with our friend. Again, food is amazing! Restaurant looks lovely, acoustics on busy night is terribly noisy. Our friend mentioned making a reservation same day, but told us the man on phone abruptly said, "don't be late". Really?? Our table was ready on time, restaurant was about 1/2 capacity, plenty of parking available and no one came in to be seated after us. No reason to have been rude on the phone with that comment & manner of speaking. I'm not sure what is going on there with personnel! In "the old days", customer service was never an issue; however, we were treated like we had done something wrong to the waiter the moment he first came over. He was abrupt, lacking good manners (never apologized for my meal served 15 minutes after everyone else's, nor when we were served, no one mentioned "yours woll be out in a minute", never checked on if we needed anything after 2 out of 3 meals served, and to top it all off, standing over my friend, grabbing the receipt the second he put the pen down & my friend was NOT done as he tips in cash, it was NOTICEABLY rude & uncomfortable for the waiter to hover staring & checking the receipt he snatched before we were done). He lacked healthy table manners (he moved ALL our tea cups & glasses with his fingers touching ALL the rims and other table objects making space. I no longer felt comfortable drinking either my water or tea at that point, that's how sickness can easily spread from other tables, himself or wherever. I'm sure he doesn't wash his hands after every table, if he did it to us, that's how he works & what if 1 of us was sick?) Nor did he exhibit ANY appropriate waiter skills, some of the things I previously mentioned, like lacking courtesy with checking, "how's your dinner", or "can I get you anything else" or a simple "please, thank you" apology with being served 15 minutes after everyone else & having COLD rice, not even a smile, and making us feel like we impositioned him by sitting at his station. Again food is good, but I think we will stick to take out unless someone recommends a specific GOOD waiter/waitress there, but I almost doubt it, because we noticed only ONE of the several wait staff having a personality & being genuinely helpful to their guests. We are guests in "your house", we should feel welcomed. I would have given better rating but service flaws consistently over historical time dings any higher rating. This recent visit, visit from 2024 and even a prior visit for 1 of my moms birthday dinners where we were treated terribly will put me on a search for new in-dining Chinese. read more

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I've been coming here now for almost 10 years and realized I never wrote a review for this spot. Hands down, at least in MoCo, this is the best dim sum restaurant I've been to. Each time we've been here, the food is always fresh. They have a limited menu, but every item they make is delicious, high quality, and the bites are huge. The Siu Mai, Har Gow, and Cheung Fun are the largest I've seen among the other spots I've been to, and they also taste the best. They make these amazing fried shrimp balls that have a little crab claw sticking out of the side so you can hold it as you chow down. It's always hot, and again, huge. The chow fun is one of my favorites to get, as well as the fried taro ball with ground pork inside. Ugh, just thinking about it is making me drool. Service has honestly improved a lot over the years. During rush, it can be hard to get their attention, but if you wait until around 1pm, they're much better and will usually cook special items fresh for you. I really haven't had better service at any other dim sum spot before, so this one is pretty good in my book. They recently made some renovations inside. Minor changes, but they added the right touches to revitalize the place without changing the overall vibe and atmosphere. All in all, I highly recommend Far East Restaurant. read more

I've been going to this place for about 40 years. Love that the new owners started doing dim sum. This is my favorite place on the whole east coast to get Peking duck! I grew up in MD then moved away, but try to come back here every time we visit. Only thing negative is the people that work the front (hostess/managers) have a serious attitude problem. If I didn't have such history here, I would probably not come back if I had just been once or twice. They need to treat their customers better. I think they feel that they are so busy on weekends, that they act however they want. My favorite dishes are the Peking duck #1, general Tso, salt & pepper squid, mapo pork& tofu, seafood pan fried noodles. read more

Far East Restaurant - One of the best peking duck i've had anywhere! - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

Really happy they renovated the interior of the restaurant when they reopened awhile back, It needed the refresh. We've been coming here since I was a kid and the restaurant was located in the strip shopping plaza next door. We've had many private party functions upstairs when Stanley was the manager. These days we dine here mainly for their dim sum. It opens at 11 AM on Saturdays and 10:30 AM on Sundays. Get there early to avoid the wait. It's not as large as China Garden and New Fortune so you will have to wait if you come 15 minutes after opening. Can't go wrong with any of the dim sum offerings. read more

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Far East has been on my bucket list for years. I think it's one of two dim sum places in Maryland that does cart service. It's in Rockville Maryland, so it's a drive. I wouldn't go to Rockville just to eat here. But it's a good place to stop if you're in the area. Also make sure you go with more than one other person because their portions are quite large and a little bit on the pricier side so you want to be able to try more things. We were so full bc we over ordered! I really liked the crystal shrimp and the tofu I love chicken feet, but didn't love their version here. We went on a random Friday so we were able to get in without waiting, but I have heard that on the weekends. It can take hours for you to get seated. They have other items, not just dim sum. I would definitely go back and there's a lot of other things to do in Rockville so you can make this part of a whole day trip out of the city or if you are local, you should eat here. The restaurant is really spacious with beautiful statues outside and it's actually quite bright on the inside. This is a mandarin establishment so I think their sauces are a little bit different than Cantonese and what I'm used to getting like the ginger soy sauce - no ginger here, but again I'm Korean. What do I know? read more

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Went for dim sum. The food ans service were very good. Prices were reasonable. You can also order off the menu. read more

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My favorite dim sum place now that I've dine-in. We came after the rush (Sunday after 1pm) and was able to sit down after 10 minute wait (usually can be up to an hour wait!) They are quick and efficient here! We were able to get chrysanthemum tea, water, and even made-to-order items. The carts were also quick to come! Favorites cart items include shu mai, ha cheung (rice noodle crepe with shrimp), pan-fried turnip cake, steamed spareribs with black beans, sticky rice, pineapple buns, egg tarts, tofu flower in ginger syrup, and cha siu pastry puffs. Certain items you have to order with a server. We usually get cheung fun, snow pea tips, and chinese broccoli for some vegetables. read more

Dim sum restaurants with a space for push carts are rare these days. Had a delightful experience with a good variety of dim sum. A lot of of the major items, like turnip cakes, we're out when we were there on a Sunday. But otherwise the service was fine and we only waited 15 minutes on Sunday around noon. read more

My friend and I stopped here for lunch on a Wednesday around 12:30pm. There was a good flow of people but it wasn't packed and it's a beautiful restaurant. With the exception of one staff member, all the other staff there were incredibly rude and curt with us. Our waiter was visibly annoyed when we asked for the dim sum menu and when we choose our items, I asked him if that looks like a good amount for two people, and without even glancing at it he said, yes, and ran off. Our food came out very hot but did take 15-20 minutes and was just lacking flavor overall. We had the following: - Rice Noodle Crepe with Beef - Steamed Shrimp Dumplings - Pan Fried Stuffed Eggplant (it was stuffed with shrimp and weird it didn't say that on the menu) - Stuffed Sticky Rice in Lotus Leaf - Fried Sticky Rice Dumpling - Pan Fried Chive and Shrimp Dummpling Of course, had our server actually looked at our order he would have told us that this was way too much food for two people and maybe could have recommended some dishes that didn't have shrimp in them. The best dish for me was the Rice Noodle Crepe with Beef but everything else was bland. read more

I have to say the Far East is definitely taking a turn for not the best. The food was OK not great. The prices were out of control which was not very good at all and they pushed dim sum on you like very too aggressive and I didn't like it that much and again the food was good, but it wasn't great and it was an afternoon lunch about 3 o'clock and it was a shift change and I don't know what was going on, but you didn't feel very good there. They need a lot of help with the Dekker and they need to bring the prices of food down. I mean, there's no value here . And these are comments just to help them do better. I've always been going here and I really want them to succeed. It's just a little bit old and tired. It needs a little bit of a makeover. read more

Okay, I'm not sure why I was sleeping on this family owned gem for so long, but I finally ate here with my husband and had a wonderful experience! The food was all so so so fresh, in huge portions, AND the service was so attentive and helpful! I'm definitely bringing our family here next time. Some of the items we ordered were the fried taro, shrimp ball, congee rice porridge, bacon wrapped shrimp, dry noodles with chicken/seafood, chicken feet, rice noodle rolls, and their signature hand made durian rolls. Wow! Yea, we kinda went overboard, but there was still a lot of stuff I didn't get to try so I'm excited to try them next time! I can't emphasize enough how big each dim sum portion was by the way. It is very different from other places! Since we came early right as the restaurant opened, there was a lot of parking space available. An hour later, the restaurant was pretty packed and there were families waiting by the entrance. read more

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Best authentic dim sum restaurant in the DMV area. The food is steaming, hot and always fresh on every occasion that I've ever been here . This restaurant is my family's go to spot for dim sum, especially because they have the carts going around. read more

Far East Restaurant - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

This is the OG of dim sum in the DMV--no question about it! All those trendy new spots and even some long-time favorites just don't compare to Far East, in my opinion. Their yamcha is so good it's worth the notoriously long weekend wait times. The dim sum is always steaming hot and freshly made. Weekdays are even better since everything is prepared to order. And let's not forget--they serve the best Lo Ma Gai, Pork Congee, and Durian Cake around! read more

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Since COVID... they have turned us away because our children have a nut allergy. They informed us that they do not attempt to prevent cross contamination. Basically said we shouldn't come. Sad that such an established restaurant has fallen this way. read more

We stopped by for lunch on a weekday. We ordered off of the dim sum menu and picked the Steamed Shrimp Dumpling, Steamed Shui Mai, Steamed Chicken Feet with Black Bean Sauce, Rice Noodle Crepe with Shrimp, Steamed Roast Pork Bun, Pan Fried Turnip Cake. Service was great. They brought the food out pretty quickly and constantly checked on us and refilled our waters. We really enjoyed our meal. Most of the dishes were very flavorful and cooked really well. We probably wouldn't reorder the steamed shrimp dumplings and the roast pork bun. We felt that the flavor for those two were lacking and a little bland. Would love to return on a weekend. They mentioned there are more dim sum options on the weekends. read more

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Had lunch here on a weekday and service was quick. The restaurant looks very nice - haven't been inside since they remodeled. We ordered dim sum off the menu and a lunch special. There was no push cart dim sum during the week but everything was made to order and came out fresh, hot, and delicious. Would definitely come back and eat here again. read more

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One of the last remaining good dim sum places in the area. Instead of the classic dim sum carts, every item is ordered off the menu then maid fresh. We stopped in for lunch, and ordered pan fried taro, pork bun, sticky rice and har gow. Food came out in just under 10 minutes. Everything was flavorful but that didnt stop me from putting chili oil on everything. The waitress was very attentive with water and tea refills. I'll def be back read more

I had high hopes but it's more West than East, and didn't hit the flavors or expectations. Food was fine and staff friendly and attentive but not a repeat for us. The space is due for a refresh. I am ok in an older space if the food is good and maybe we chose an off day. I'll leave it up to you. read more

We hadn't been to Far East Restaurant for years, but when my daughter's family, including our two young grandsons, wanted to go to a dim sum brunch with old-school carts, Far East was my first thought, and I'm glad that it was. The delicious small plates were hot and tasty, we didn't have to wait for carts to come around even though the place was filling up, and the decor was as exciting as the dishes, many of which include seafood. I recalled that Rodman's is practically across the street, and the whole family was very happy that I did. Good to great prices on a huge variety of international wines and foods. Now we're thinking of making the short trip for dim sum at Far East Restaurant and shopping at Rodman's every month or so. read more

Far East Restaurant - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

Wasn't really planning on coming here, but we were surprised when they were fairly empty at 1:30p on a Saturday. We must have missed the rush, but it wasn't packed like it usually is. The food was as good as ever, although coming this late, we clearly missed out on many favorites. Selection was pretty weak, but we were able to order a few noodle dishes. I'd still recommend to get here by 11:30a to get the full cart experience, otherwise many items are sold out. Service was good today, grabbing a server was a lot easier with less people. Still one of the best dim sum in the area. read more

This is our go to dim sum place in the area. My friends even drive down from Baltimore for the excellent dim sum. They do not take reservations for dim sum. I usually arrive right as the restaurant opens at 11 AM in the morning on weekends, where there is often a growing line of middle-age Cantonese clients who are already eagerly awaiting their dim sum. This is your first sign the food is going to be excellent. The second sign is yes, they do have carts! The restaurant is spacious and the service is prompt and responsive. My favorite are the freshly made shrimp dim sum items and the chives dumplings, but everything I have had here has been delicious, including larger items like noodles, chicken, and congee. They also have freshly made Douhua (tofu pudding) in a sweet ginger sauce, which is a great dessert to finish the meal. And of course, unlimited tea refills. The price is incredibly reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. I don't think I've ever spent more than $30 here for a feast. Far East also often partners with credit card and dining programs to offer discounts and rewards. The restaurant has a parking area. A little bit of a walk from the metro, but very doable. read more

Far East Restaurant - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

A staple in the Chinese cuisine for decades in Rockville. Always dependable for good food and that is what we delightfully ate. Recently, the interior got a remodel and it looks much better now as the old decor/style was really dated and dirty. Much more openess, brighter and fresher appeal in the main dinning area. Next phase should be to redo the exterior for the complete package. read more

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If you are craving dim sum, you gotta go to Far East to satisfy your cravings. I've been pretty disappointed with the options I have in VA, but we finally got a sizable group to drive up to Rockville for dim sum this past Saturday morning. We arrived around 11 AM (when it opened) and there were already lots of people here. Make sure your entire party is here, otherwise they won't seat you yet. And definitely try to arrive before 11:30 AM to avoid waiting because it gets pretty busy. Far East has the traditional dim sum carts where the servers will go around each table. Sadly, there are no lazy Susans here so we had to reach across the table if we wanted something on the other side. Overall, the food was more than satisfactory and the service was good. We paid about $26.60 per person after tax and tip and we were quite full. Some of my personal favorites: shrimp crepe roll, chicken feet, bean curd roll, pork & century egg congee, shrimp dumpling, etc. I kind of forgot a lot of stuff we got because I was too busy eating to take pictures. Things I didn't love: sticky rice (not much flavor and too much rice), steamed roasted pork bun (too much bread) -- overall, didn't really like the sweet options as much. We all enjoyed the food and it was a good time. Next time, I got to remember to order the sesame balls because those are usually one of my favorites. read more

Far East Restaurant - Chinese Near Me - Rockville, Maryland

Was so so excited for this old school dim sum cart experience Sunday- but was super disappointed. There was very little variety in what was offered and thus made it not much fun. The food quality was meh too. read more

I recently ordered takeout from Far East Restaurant in Rockville, MD. I got the combination fried rice (without shrimp, my personal preference), fried wontons, and pineapple chicken. The portions were generous, everything was well-packed, and the food traveled nicely. The chicken was high quality and cooked to a great standard, while the fried rice had a nice smoky flavor without being too oily. I've dined in before, and I have to say the recent renovations make the inside of the restaurant stand out--much more impressive than you'd expect from the outside, which looks like a typical neighborhood Chinese spot. Once you step in, you'll be pleasantly surprised. For takeout, the service feels more on the transactional side--more of a quick "here's your food, thanks." It could be a bit warmer, but I also get that they're busy, and honestly, the food quality keeps me (and plenty of others) coming back regardless. Overall, reliable, tasty, and definitely worth returning to! read more

My family and I have been coming to this establishment for over 5 years and I'm a bit amazed I haven't written a review since. We recently went for dinner on Sunday and it was packed at 6 PM. Service was quick and we were seated almost immediately after entering. For dinner, we ordered the smoked duck (house special) and peaking duck. Although pricier that other Chinese restaurants, their peaking duck hit the spot. The skin was crispy and the meat was salted perfectly. Well worth it in my opinion. I usually like to order salt and pepper squid but that was just average for me so I probably wouldn't order it again unless I was craving it. Their fish with veggies dish was pretty good as well. For dessert we purchased small sized egg tarts and received a complimentary coconut dessert. The restaurant looks a bit run down but the decor and plants are nice. read more

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