Oriental Mart

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Timothy L.

A true Seattle and Pike Place institution! On my most recent trip here on a Saturday morning, I got the half and half: a half order of salmon sinigang and then I opted for the longanisa. I also got two lumpia as well! The sinigang was addicting I could not stop drinking the broth. It had a nice sour flavor that I could not resist. The longanisa had the perfect amount of sweetness and texture and the lumpia was nice and crispy with an amazing filling! Limited seating here as it is counter only if you are dining in but it is so good!! Also the workers are super nice and friendly and checked in on you!

Steven P.

This isn't a standard pike place food stall--it's a high-stakes audition where the prize is lunch. The line moves best when everyone is understands what's at stake. You're expected to know your order, say it clearly, pay immediately, and slide down the counter like you've trained for it. Hesitate, ask a question, or make a joke and you can feel Auntie Lie, the owner, giving you the once over. I ordered the salmon sinigang and the longanisa, unfortunately, they were amazing. This is Filipino home style food- rustic, rich, flavorful, well seasoned--and after walking all day in the cold rain, it was like coming home. Auntie Lie behind the counter served it like she was issuing a warning, not a meal. Just kidding- she actually was warm and friendly. She said, "you come here before? You know exactly the right things to order". I didn't tell her it was out of fear and admiration for how she handled the tourist in front me. Just kidding . I sat at the side bar, enjoyed my meal and enjoyed reading her many notes and pictures with folk who've been longtime fans. This stall has baked in character, and in the bustle of tourists, eating here and watching it all was a great ambience. Worth it? Yes. This is a must needed spot to visit at pike place. If it isn't, don't tell Auntie Lie.

salmon collar sinigang and bangus with rice

Wendy K.

Always so comforting and delicious came right when they opened on a Sunday, has been awhile since I've had a chance to dine here. Love being able to chat Auntie Lei. My friend and I shared the Trust Me Plate we had both been wanting to try it for awhile.. and were also lucky enough to get a couple of Auntie's wings. Every one is always friendly and food comes out fast. One of the fun parts is reading the signs while you're sitting at the lunch counter

Huong L.

This is my first time here and I can definitely see why it's so highly rated. It's in pike place, and they are popular as there was already a line right when they open. They only have a few seatings so either you have to wait or do take out or fine seating elsewhere. The person taking our order is very friendly. She treated us like a friend rather than a customer. We ended up getting 1/2 sinigang and pork adobo. It was a good portion. Both was very tasty. The pork was very tender and soft and the dish itself was balanced. The sinigang was definitely sour but in a good way. My husband loved it. The only reason for a 4 star is because I think it's pricey. The food is good but I don't think it justifiy for the price. It was $28 for what we got.

Mark Nowell M.

It was not good at all. Just being honest here. Everything is watery even the inside of the longanisa. Not sure why people like this place. Location: It is located at Pike Place Market. You have to go inside of the market and it looks like an eatery. There is only bar chairs so its a little bit uncomfortable. There is a line when I went there. Service: they were nice and apologetic about the line. Food: Everything was not good. This is not how Filipino dish should be made. LONGANISA: i dont know but the sausage is very watery inside, it could be good if it is not soggy. The rice is not cooked as well it has too much water. The noodles that comes with it is bland. ADOBO: this is not how adobo should he made. It was watery and there is no adobo flavor. I felt like they boiled it in water and put soy sauce on it. It is very watery. SINIGANG na SALMON: this might be a little better. Its sour but the salmon is the head so there is not that much meat on it. Price rating: 10/10. Very expensive for not so good meal. around $22 per meal. Never will come back here. I felt that people that come here never tasted what a real Filipino food supposed to taste like.

Farah K.

No frills, no fuss. You order at the counter, then sit down and they bring the food to you. And this is a storied place at Pike Place, and the wall of visitors and recognitions lets you know its past. It certainly is a home cooked food experience, you are seeing them cook right in front of you. I got a half and half - so salmon tip sinigang soup and chicken adobo which came with pancit (noodles) and garlic rice. The soup is so perfect on a rainy day. It warms from within, the herbal sour notes. It's not heavy, it's light but it is definitely plentiful. Just be careful of the fish bones. The vinegary chicken adobo is also like a hug in a bowl, eaten with the rice. Would absolutely recommend anyone who visits Pike Place to not miss this place.

They were very personable and attentive. Enjoyed the food and service. Would definitely recommend if you stop at Pike Place Market.

Isabella T.

I came with my fiancé to Pike Place around 2pm on the 4th of July. Unsurprisingly, the market was incredibly crowded and everything had a long line. We were so hungry and by some miracle found Oriental Mart which did not have a line at the time. I had read very good reviews online about it and know they won a Classics James Beard award back in 2020. They were sadly out of everything (including the salmon sinigang) but they did have chicken adobo so we ordered two. The kind woman at the counter offered to give us leftover broth from the salmon sinigang though to try for free! I ordered a lumpia on the side as well to try. This is such a cute casual spot in the market that offers some counter seating around the sides of the business. The place feels super comfy, homey, and welcoming. For our food: - Lumpia: super crispy and delicious! The filling was generous and had the perfect level of savory which really contrasted that addictive sweet/sour lumpia sauce. These are thin but pretty long so you can easily share! - Chicken adobo: what a filling and nourishing plate!The chicken was tender and fell off the bone. The seasoning was perfect and not over salted (if anything under salted for a restaurant) but to me that made it taste so homemade! This came with a side of the fluffiest white rice, and delicious pancit. It was my first time trying pancit but I loved it! The noodles had the perfect thin texture and flavor, combined with the texture of the veggies... divine. - Salmon sinigang: like I had said, we only tried the broth since they had ran out by then but this was delicious! The soup is sour, aromatic, umami, and has hints of salmon which make it feel healing and warm. I definitely want to come back to try the full plate. Overall, this cute little stall offers delicious Filipino food that tastes homemade and authentic. I loved how casual it feels and nourishing the meal was. Would come back in the future to try more dishes (and get more pancit!!) Definitely a gem in Pike Place!

Karlo G.

Oriental Mart is a familiar and long time lunch spot that serves Filipino comfort food in the heart of Pike Place Market. The dishes are classic "carinderia" style and exemplifies Filipino home cooking. Their service was warm with a smile. Their bar top seating arrangement brings back childhood memories of road side eateries in the Philippines. For lunch, I decided to stick with the usual chicken adobo plate and a two piece order of lumpia. The order came with side of pancit and steaming hot rice. The chicken was tender, flavorful, and had a perfect balance of vinegar and soy sauce. The pancit was also delicious and went well with the adobo plate. The lumpia was crispy, well-seasoned, and fresh out of the fryer. It wasn't until I was done with my food that I noticed a banner mentioning Oriental Mart's 2020 James Beard award. There's also a wall of handwritten notes to customer located just behind the seating area. The piquant wit made me chuckle and was a nice read as I ended my meal.

Aljone T.

I first saw Oriental Mart on YouTube with Marcus Samuelsson, so I knew I had to check it out. Tucked in the heart of Pike Place Market, this Filipino food stall is a cultural gem. There was a line when I arrived, but it moved fast so that was not an issue at all. I ordered the Longanisa plate with garlic rice, pancit, and sweet vinegar sauce. I also asked for the rice to be smothered in adobo sauce. I would probably skip it next time since it clashed a bit with the Longanisa. Still, everything was packed with flavor. The Longanisa was tender and sweet, balanced perfectly by the savory garlic rice. And I'm not even a pancit fan, but I finished every bite of that! Now the lumpia? Absolute star. It was made fresh when I ordered, insanely crispy, and somehow still melted in my mouth. Also Don't assume they're the typical bite-sized kind, they're HUGE!! Don't make the same mistake I made and order 4, unless you are super hungry. Overall, Oriental Mart is a must-try spot in Seattle, especially if you're craving authentic Filipino comfort food. The service was very welcoming, they were very fast and efficient, and I can tell they cook every meal with love.

Longanisa, pancit, Chicken Adobo Rice & Pancit

Jojo L.

When I'm in the mood for a quick Filipino food fix, I head over to Oriental Mart in Seattle, WA. I was shopping at Pike Place and decided to give it a visit, since I haven't eaten from here in awhile. The menu changes every day, depending on what Aunty feels like making! It is a family-owned small business, ao please be patient with them when ordering and waiting on food. Some of the items that I have seen sold here is sinigang, porkgasantis, lumpia, and many more! - *Longanisa *Pancit *Chicken Adobo - Aunty and staff are always nice. You can dine in if you want, but just know it is counter seatting and very limited space. I would suggest taking it to-go if you want to avoid crowds or want a quieter spot to eat at. This spot is hit or miss tbh on consistency, but I rated it a 4 because I've had more good meals than off one's from here.

John W.

Auntie Lei's food is very satisfying. We had the Salmon Sinigang and the Pork Adobo. Both were pretty good. When we were there someone from the fish mart where they toss the fish was bringing over a fresh bag of the salmon collars. The meat of the salmon collars was really nice in the sinigang. It's the kind of home style food which I would be happy eating every day, which is not true when it comes to restaurant food in general. Auntie Lei and the person who took our order were really gracious. It was still before opening time and she took our order and served our food and was simply nice. Autie Lei was busy cooking but still found time to share with us. We watch Youtube videos of Matt Norman a lot and she told us that he had Thanksgiving with them and brought a brisket that he had slow cooked over 2 days. Genuine and nice person.

Jenna T.

DON'T SKIP THIS PLACE! Huge shoutout to Infatuation IG for the recommendation, because this spot is so easy to miss--it's tucked behind a market! Tiny little joint with some bar seating, but it feels like you've just crashed a family dinner. The sinigang? *Perfectly* sour. And the salmon belly? Total game-changer. Plus, they serve everything with rice *and* pancit, so you'll be stuffed to the brim. I couldn't finish it all, which turned out to be a blessing because our hotel had a microwave, and I got to enjoy it again later. Win-win! Also, the signs posted around the kitchen are entertaining, and the vibe is so chill--listening to the staff tsismis felt like crashing a family party. This place was pure joy, honestly. Proof that great things come in small packages. 10/10, would definitely come back!

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Larry L.

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This has been the year of me discovering great food that has been in the area forever Oriental Mart is one of these gems that I keep hearing about but just never made it out. I had the longanisa and lumpia and both were great. They give the option to have vinegar with the lumpia instead of the sweet chili sauce you normally see elsewhere and it is good. I definitely have to come back to try everything else. The salmon sinigang especially seemed to be many people's go-to. read more

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Daniel H.

3 years ago

This ain't it fam. My dinuguan was very diluted. The pork was nice and lean, but the pork blood was so thin like water. This is not dinuguan consistency. It looks like other pictures of it show it a bit thicker, so maybe I came on the wrong day. My wife wasn't impressed with the fried chicken. For all the high reviews, we just didn't get it. Maybe we came on a wrong day but I don't think we can recommend this place to anyone looking for real, authentic Filipino foods. I give it 3 starts because my pork pieces were lean, the fried chicken was super breaded, and ladies working here were very nice. read more

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Chris C.

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What's not to like here? This is like coming home and sitting at your Mom or Auntie's kitchen table, waiting for her to serve you whatever it is that she made for the day, although she probably also had something on the stove when you arrived but you won't know what it is til she has fed you and you're so full you swear you couldn't eat another bite. I'd been here once before. Why I didn't end up writing a review sooner I'm not sure. To me, one of the most special things about this food stand is that it is not only 1/2 food stand and 1/2 novelty items for WA tourists but what makes this spot so special is that it I run by 3 generations of family. That's absolutely wonderful to see. Auntie Lei is a lot of fun. She'll sit an talk stories with you if she's able. I love coming here and having breakfast. Their portions are huge, IMO. I haven't ever been able to finish a single combo plate on my own. I know my lil one likes their pancit noodles. I enjoy their longanisa and rice combo. I tend to get rice only and no pancit with my breakfast orders. My hubby LOVES their salmon sinigang. It was perfect for the cold cold day that we were there. The flavors were so complimentary to the fish and it was just the perfect medley. I can't describe it any other way. This spot is very easy to miss in the hustle and bustle that makes up the Pike. So make sure you go into the building and look at each stall. This one is across from a Poke Bowl and ice cream stand. There is a new stand that opened up across the way but I wasn't able to catch what their products were. I want to say it was all types of chili but I'm not entirely sure. Anyway, come here for the food and enjoy the jokes that Auntie Lei dishes out. She is fun and witty and to watch her cook is a treat. I always enjoy our stops here and hope we are able to make another in our upcoming trip back up to Seattle, WA. Save us a serving. We're comin' back for more!! read more

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Maggie S.

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Amazing food and super friendly staff! Tried both their seafood dishes on the menu and they did not disappoint. My filipino friends told me this is the best place in Seattle to get some authentic filipino food. The salmon sinigang definitely got that pungent vinegary taste, and the salmon was so tender and fatty. Would recommend eating with the hot sauce for some extra flavor (helps cut through the fattiness of salmon!) LOVE the fried bangus. Just get it. I don't know how they fried it but the skin was packed with a tangy and smoky flavor that you won't get tired of! They also provided some spicy vinegar to go with the food. (It's got a kick and if you don't like your food too sour or spicy, maybe skip on this.) The flavors from the spicy vinegar really elevated the dish with an extra layer of spiciness and tanginess. read more

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Orlando A.

2 years ago

Kung ang hanap nyo ay Lutong bahay na may pag mamahal. Eto na!!!! Grabe sa sarap kung ang inyong hanap at tagumpay na lasa. At ang pinakamagandang tindera ng karinderia dito nyo rin makikita at ang diosa ng kusina si ate Laila the best!!! Syempre ang katuwang nyang si diwata. Pero ang pinaka nagustohan ko maliban sa napakasarap nilang putahe ay si Aling Tinderang MAGANDA sarap at ngiting babalik balikan read more

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Rebecca T.

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5 stars for the ambience. 5 stars for the service. 5 stars for the food. 4 stars for the price. This is tucked within pike place in one of the stalls. It's pretty easy to miss with all the other stuff going on. I wish it got more recognition! You can tell from every bite how much love is poured into your meal. The owner is the absolute sweetest. My boyfriend and I ordered the salmon sinigang with pancit and the pork adobo with pancit and a longanisa. The salmon sinigang was so good! The soup has a pretty overpowering sour taste and I really enjoyed that! There was actually a good amount of salmon in the soup. The pancit tasted alright, the taste wasn't too strong which I liked and you can tell they don't put too much oil in it. You don't feel gross after eating it! The pork adobo was also cooked perfectly with the meat being very tender and juicy. The only other time I tried longanisa was at Ludi's. There's a huge difference between the longanisa here vs that place. This longanisa was juicy and tasted so fresh! You just can't go wrong with this place! read more

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M R.

2 years ago

Calling all Filipinos! You need to stop by Oriental Mart. It opens at 11:00AM and you're going to love their comfort food! We ordered the fried Bangos, Sinigang fish tips, and combo meal of langonisa, pancit & rice. Perfect! read more

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Marisa M.

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There is soo much to see in Pike place market. Im glad I looked on Yelp first to see which places to hit. I love finding truly authentic food and when I read the reviews for this place I was excited to try. I only had lumpia before but no other Filipino dish. I tried the salmon soup and it came with rice and noodles on the side. The side of that was delicious and i loved mixing bited of the soup with it since the soup was a combo of a fishy and sour/vinegary taste. Which wasn't bad but having rice with it complimented and cut the vinegar flavor. The salmon was good, watch out for bones. I really enjoyed my meal but perhaps someone less adventurous wouldn't like it as much. Also big enough to split and I think was only 13 dollars. The wait staff/onwer/cook all were nice and acted lile normal people. Talking to the locals and such. Despite thier somewhat in your face and annoying notes posted everywhere about how to be polite, they don't come off that way. And the main woman has a strong personality but has a lot of heart and was not rude at all. I even overheard her say to someone they can call up in the morning and ask her to make what they want since they didnt have what they wanted today. read more

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Leila B.

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Visited this establishment on Saturday , 817/24. I was so eager to purchase the got adobo bag but when we got there I and my sister and law tried to ask this lady how much it is and she completely ignored us and didn't even make eye contact with us. We tried to get her attention not once, not twice but 3x....so what is wrong with this picture? Never ever again will I even step foot in this place nor will I recommend others to waste their time and $$ to patronize this place. What a shame! read more

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Barrie S.

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For me, Oriental Mart's Filipino food feels like a hidden gem in plain sight. Turn the corner after taking your Pike Place Market photos, and you'll find a sari-sari store of sorts filled with souvenirs and snacks. This was a place I've walked by so many times, but unknowingly to me, this is also where you can order some delicious Filipino food! I heard a lot of buzz about the salmon sinigang. When I ordered, I was told that they were out of the sinigang, so I opted for the fried bangus, because who doesn't love fried fish?! Much to my surprise, when they brought the food out, they brought out a small container of some leftover siningang broth for free! Talk about Filipino hospitality! Maraming salamat, Oriental Mart! I definitely did a happy dance when I ate my food because it reminded me of family, and the sinigang they gave me was extra comforting on a grey Seattle day. If you're around Pike Place Market, definitely check out Oriental Mart. I plan on coming back to try the salmon sinigang in its full glory, as well as their other dishes! read more

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Brooke A.

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The kindest people run this place! The food is amazing, but even more wonderful was the welcoming demeanor of all the women who cook and work here. They are a must-visit for Filipino food that tastes like home read more

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Kelly C.

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IYKYK!!!! went on a pike's place food tour (the budge the lines) and thankfully they brought us here!! Immediately we knew after the tour we were coming back here to eat her food. She won a James Beard award!!!!!!!!! on the tour we tried an egg roll type item and a sausage (both amazing) Came back for the salmon collar soup that was about $17 but came w a large side of noodles and rice - a great deal The chef seems like she gets the first pickings of the best most fresh salmon at the market. Truly a don't miss in Seattle read more

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Linda K.

3 years ago

This is the greatest hidden gem in Seattle!! My boyfriend and I were visiting family for the holidays (we live in LA) and we decided to go to the market for a lunch date. We've been to the market so many times, but we've never noticed this spot before! The food was IMPECCABLE. Literally some of the best food I've ever had. We had the Bulalo (pro tip: add fish sauce, you'll die and go to heaven), salmon sinigang, and pork adobo. The chef, Leila, is so sweet and funny, and her food is to die for. She only cooks things she feels like cooking / uses all fresh ingredients from the market, so the menu changes daily. She helped make our experience there unforgettable and I would literally eat anything she makes. My boyfriend and I will be going back here every single time we're in Seattle. New favorite restaurant read more

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Yoko S.

3 years ago

I had such a wonderful food experience here with everyone having the most genuinely warm disposition ever! I had seen them on a food show on tv and it was so nice to see that they received the James Beard award for their food because it was all AMAZING!! While I was waiting, I read the many posted signs that were hilarious of which I thought I might jokingly have violated 2 of them by asking what to order and asking questions during their 'no questions' timeframe, but they quickly showed me a list of their "stupid questions" to which I didn't fall under any of them! Whew! I wish I could give them more than five stars for everything from their welcoming smiles, 'do you trust me' platter to their fun ambiance, but this review is the best I can do! Love them read more

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Payton A.

3 years ago

This is by far the best Filipino food (possibly food period) I've had. We ate at Oriental Mart three times in our four day stay, even going back to Pike Place on the last day just to grab lunch here. Lei and Joy are absolutely wonderful, we left feeling full of food and love thanks to their service. We tried the pork adobo, longanisa, and salmon sinigang, everything was fantastic. I cannot recommend the lumpia and pancit enough, even the rice was on another level. My boyfriend and I sampled a bit of everything through Pike Place and other areas downtown and nothing came close to the food we had here. If you could only have one meal in Seattle, this should be it. Thank you Joy and Lei for making us feel so welcome! P.S. if the signs, sarcasm, or banter bother you, you're no fun and you are the problem :) read more

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Donovan S.

1 year ago

Amazingly friendly staff and authentic food made with love, I never leave reviews but this food really was amazing I shoulda taken a pic, sampled just about everything and it was all outstanding!!! Def recommend to anyone! read more

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chris m.

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So good. Delicious flavors. Coming back and bringing friends. The service and other customers were so friendly too. Made for a great experience overall. Brought my mom back the next day and we made to feel like royalty by Tita Lei. She is great. Usually they're too busy to chat but the conversation and flavors were amazing! Recommend the vinegar chicken and chicken adobo! read more

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If you haven't tried much Filipino food and would like a little culinary adventure, this is the perfect place to come. When I visit Seattle I try to work in a trip to this street food stand hidden inside the market. A lot of the people working in the market like catching lunch here. Ask for the "Do you trust me?" platter which will get you a wide sampling of Filipino cuisine. For your drink I'd recommend opting for the Four Seasons Juice Nectar which is like a Filipino fruit punch. Leila, the main chef, has a great personality (but very dry sense of humor). I enjoy engaging her in conversation. I can tell she values her customers. read more

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Michael F.

3 years ago

A semi-hidden gem across from Pike Street Market. Order at the front, street side from one sister. Go to the lunch counter at the back and watch the other sister cook your food. Since I am newer to Filipino food, my bf suggested a couple things but Joy said "I'll give you two half and half's so you can taste everything!" And taste and devour everything we did! Salmon Sinigang, Bangus, Longanisa and Chicken Adobo. Along with rice and Pancit. It was epic! Simple, homemade, delicious food made with love and a whole lotta banter from the sisters Lei and Joy. Lei even gave us some Bulakan Express to try and that was awesome too. Service was great, ambiance was like a street restaurant in the Philippines. A wonderful experience and the best sisters you'll ever meet. Salamat Titas! read more

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Mary M.

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Heard about this place from a food blogger and just had to make a stop. However, because of Covid it was super confusing as to how and where to order/pay etc. basically you pay up front and then head to the back to get your food. The signs are entertaining to read, food was out super fast. We ordered lumpia as well but weren't charged for it and it never came out, oh well. My hubby said it was good, portion seemed pretty small for $18 but still filling. Workers were nice, I think sisters from what I heard. But again, super confusing and a bit chaotic if you ask me. read more

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Jay L.

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Love the home made Filipino Food! Feel at home when I come here to eat and chat with the owners and other people. Will definitely visit again. read more

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2020 James Beard Award winner and amazing human Ate Leila is an amazing chef of the famous Salmon Sinigang. Sinigang is a Filipino comfort food that is equivalent to American Chicken soup. It's sour and mostly uses beef or pork( because there's no salmon in the Philippines). Having owned Oriental Mart for over 50 years she's been serving this amazing dish that uses fresh salmon and gets a little kick from the jalapeño. The broth is rich and packs so much flavor I enjoyed every bite! I traveled to Seattle from Austin Texas for one day trip with my Filipino wife just so I can try this amazing dish. That you can't get anywhere in the world! If you never tried it then what you waiting for? read more

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Joey S.

2 years ago

so sad and disappointed after looking forward to getting food from here. I came because of the good reviews and my love for Filipino food. I ordered the longgansia plate with rice and pancit...but when I got home I found two small chicken drumsticks, maybe was an adobo? and such a tiny bit of pancit. Don't know how she got the order mixed up because I was the only one ordering. . The meal was mostly rice and I was asked if I wanted "sauce" on the rice and I said yes please, and good thing I guess because mostly everything was not very flavorful. Got that with a Hawaiian pop and cost me a very very disappointing $20. Don't think I'll be back...going to try Ludi's next. read more

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Yelp friends, just order the salmon tip sinigang soup and call it a day. Perfect for those less-than-perfect weather days in Seattle. The sinigang is 100% legit and masarap.. a nice mix of fresh fish, veggies, vinegar-y broth, paired with a large portion of pancit noodle and white rice. You're basically stuffed and satisfied for around $12. Really a pleasant surprise upon my last visit to Seattle as I've been meaning to try this place for YEARS. What an amazing change of pace from the usual fried, creamy, and/or fast fare offered at Pikes Place Market. Location is nicely tucked away from the hoards of people sauntering through Pikes Place and/or posing outside the 'first' Seattle Starbucks. Cannot recommend this spot more for authentic fresh Filipino food. read more

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We stopped by to Pikes in hopes to try this place. Noticed that their hours have changed due to covid but we were lucky to grab something to-go. We tried their longganisa plate and gourmet chicken plate which both comes with rice and pancit. The plates were delicious and you can tell they put a lot of love into it. Tita was so nice they gave us extra longganisa. The chicken was nicely marinated, smothered with lots of sauce. The sausage was moist when it's eaten hot. We had to microwave our food since our food got cold when we took it home. (Blaming on Seattle traffic). If you're ever at Pikes and craving Filipino cuisine, this place is a must try. read more

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Very awkward experience. I could tell right away that people who knew the owners got 50% more food than I did. Made it for a very intimidating first experience. The food was good, flavorful, but cold. I liked the salmon sinigang, but the fried bangus was dry and had obviously been sitting out for a long time. The rice was over cooked and mushy. My meal ended up being $17! Overall, I could see how it's a great place if you're a regular or friends of the owner. But the favoritism is uncomfortable and the prices are very high if you don't get enough food. There's definitely also some sort of reverse racism going on, but will let the other reviews speak to that. read more

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Therese N.

3 years ago

The ladies were super nice! The food was so good too! The longanisa was so good and very soft!

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I've never stopped by for lunch until last week and I'm so glad I did! I'll definitely be coming back for more Filipino food in 2018. The owners are super friendly and helpful... also hilarious. Just read all their signs on the side. Lots of sass and sarcasm. Their food was great - they have a good mix of proteins that change daily. My coworker ordered the squid adobo that they had stewing in the back and I was less adventurous and got the chicken adobo. The chicken was fall off the bone and super tender and juicy. My coworker loved the squid and kept recommending it to other customers to try it. The portions are huge! Be prepared to walk it off after your meal. Prices are reasonable for the amount of food and love that goes into it. read more

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Adrian G.

4 years ago

KITCHENS CLOSED until May 13th due to family vacation! Was really craving longanisa but gonna have to wait until my next trip back up to Seattle :( read more

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John S.

3 years ago

I love this place, they are so friendly here, all the food is authentic and fresh. It really fits right in to the Pike Place culture and at the same time honors the Filipino tradition. Everyone treats you here just like family. Thanks so much for all the hospitality! I definitely felt the love from the everyone and the comforting yummy food. read more

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Lifia F.

3 years ago

One of food vloggers got me to try this. Very disappointed! Food: meh! Chicken Adobo tasteless, Pancit 3/10 Bangus, meh! On to of that, overpriced. read more

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Growing up eating Filipino food, it's always nice to find restaurants that serve childhood food! I heard this place has been here for 50 years, but I'd like to preface: Something old is not always something good. OVERVIEW Oriental Mart has a fairly extensive selection of Filipino foods from sinigang (sour tamarind soup with some form of meat or fish), diniguan (Filipino pork blood, pork, and innard stew), and adobo. Food is served carinderia style, as it's in the market (to all my non Filipinos/FilAms, cafeteria style) with rice and some mish-mashed pancit bihon/canton thing (mung bean vermicelli noodles and egg noodles). FOOD I got the diniguan and it was pretty standard -- strong vinegar flavor and with the distinctive somewhat rich, somewhat chalky mouthfeel of cooked pig's blood. Bihon just tasted of salt -- not much other flavor (usually there is some dried shrimp taste and pork flavor). Longanisa has a nice fatty, coarse ground sausage texture and great char -- this was my favorite. I might be harsh because I grew up eating this stuff at home and at fiestas, but the food was pretty mediocre. SERVICE/HOSPITALITY Service is slow, at the leisure of the staff. Seating is sparse, at it's in the market. My portion was small and just enough for me to be not hungry, but not enough to be satisfied. I also disagree with the hospitality model here that very obviously favors regulars --it was very clear that people the staff knew got 50% more food: packed rice and an extra large helping of the main. CONCLUSION Seattle needs more competition in the Filipino-food space, otherwise the market is fairly captive to mediocre joints like this. I'd rather just cook the food myself at home . TL;DR Mediocre Filipino food, favoritism in service, small portions read more

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Oriental Mart is both a grocery store and a hole-in-the-wall Filipino restaurant located in Seattle's Pike Place Market. This review is for the latter. The ambiance reminds me of street-food restaurants in the Philippines called "turo-turo." The term literally means "point point" in English because that's exactly what customers do when they want to purchase a food item. Customers point to the type of food they want and the vendor prepares it by either placing it in a disposable plastic bag or on a plate. Food was alright. I tried their adobo, pansit, and salmon sinigang. Nothing special about the adobo. Pansit was a little bland. Salmon sinigang was my favorite. The owner seemed a little standoffish on both occasions I've visited and a bit selective with who she chatted with. I felt like she was friendlier to her non-Filipino customers. She was talkative with her white customers, but when it was time for her Filipino patrons, she seemed a little cold. She even commented to the Filipino lady ahead of me, "If I like you I will give you an extra longganisa." She never did. Also, you'll find lots of notes posted all over the place. At first, they look amusing. Colorful papers with handwritten notes. But when you read them, you'll find them to be a little rude... - "Your portion depends on your attitude. I mean it." - "To all you knuckleheads, don't talk to me while I'm cooking." - "Don't ask me to do anything... I am cooking - The Chef" - "We do not accept difficult customers, so know your role." - "If you're in a hurry, I'm not so don't rush me." - "You are not entitled so don't act like you are." - "We don't have a menu because I cook what I want (based on my mood)." Clearly, these notes were posted for humor's sake. But calling your customers "knuckleheads" sends a strong message about the brand that you are selling. This place is not for you if you're in a hurry (the Chef will get mad if you rush her). Not for you if you're difficult (the Chef will give you a small portion). Not for you if you don't understand the Chef's humor (she will not talk to you). Yes, the Chef has every right to decorate her restaurant as she wishes. It's her business. But this place is not for everybody. You can visit a ton of other high-quality Filipino restaurants in Seattle where the owners would treat you like family and show you the brand of hospitality that Filipinos are known for. Two stars for Oriental Mart. read more

Oriental Mart - Oriental Mart is both a grocery store and a hole-in-the-wall Filipino restaurant located in Seattle's Pike Place Market. - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Oriental Mart - The ambiance reminds me of street-food restaurants in the Philippines called "turo-turo." - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Oriental Mart - "Turo-turo" literally means "point point" in English because that's exactly what customers do when they want to purchase a food item. - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Oriental Mart - "We don't have a menu because I cook what I want (based on my mood)." -- LOL - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Oriental Mart - Notes are amusing but a little rude. - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Oriental Mart - Adobo and pansit. - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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No BS home-cooked style Filipino food! If you're looking for that frufru flip food, not here! So if you like tita or mom type cooking, this is the spot! We came here right when they opened, and the Titas were cooking away already! We got their sinigang fish and the langonisa. But were good and on order will fill you up! Even if you share. So if you have a long day, Turing share. And read the signs so you don't get black listed! read more

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JP P.

3 years ago

Love the Titas working here. They are very caring and welcoming people. The food is true authentic Filipino food!

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Roni P.

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Not only was the food outstanding and authentic, but Joy, one of the sister owners, went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.

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Maddy P.

3 years ago

If I could give more than five stars on a review I would! Definitely the best food I ate in Seattle! Tita Lei is so kind and so funny too. I came with my mom and my brother on a Saturday and the food and service were so incredible we had to come back again later that week. The first day we got the salmon sinigang and the pork adobo. I have to be honest, I was slightly worried that the food would be watered down filipino food since the restaurant is in a very touristy area but the food nowhere near disappointed as it was just as good as my Lolo's (maybe better but don't tell him I said that). Tita Lei saw how much we were enjoying the food and made great conversation, it felt like I was eating at home! She even gave us some longanisa to try and she gave me an extra bowl of broth because she saw how much I was enjoying it and it was so yummy and sour I drank the whole thing! They get their fish fresh every day from the local market and you call tell in the flavor of the food. The next time we came back with my whole family and she recognized us from earlier in the week and asked us how our trip was going! We ordered the salmon sinigang again and the pork apritada. The flavors were so good and the meat is so tender it just falls apart. Since it was our last day, we ended up also ordered a couple more plates to go for dinner. As long as you are respectful and kind they will treat you like family. However if you have an attitude, they are not afraid to dish it back. Tita Lei has a (hilarious) wall of shame and each sign has a story behind it. I have told all my friends about this place and will definitely come back if i'm ever in Seattle again! read more

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While I was getting my poke bowl at Pike Market my wife went with her Filipino food. She got a plate of rice, pancit, salmon sinigang, and longanisa. My wife enjoyed all of it except the pancit. The pancit doesn't look or taste like traditional pancit--- kinda on the paler side. Not sure why that was but it lacked flavor as well. She barely touched that. I sampled the sinigang which was delicious. Portion wise, they were a bit skimpy on the rice. Lastly, the staff were very friendly and the lady who took our order took time to talk to my wife in Tagalog. My wife enjoyed it.... although I don't think the people waiting to order behind us were too happy. Hahaha. read more

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Leigh H.

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I have not had Filipino food before so I cannot comment on the authenticity. But I can comment on the flavor..Today I had - *salmon/halibut soup. Citrusy and hearty. A lot of mustard greens and a huge piece of fish and a lot of small pieces of salmon. I felt so good having this soup, especially that I have been eating out every meal the past week. I can have three more bowls. *sausage. Very tender and juicy. I can only eat one piece since it was very meaty and rich. Hubby loved it. Good value. The total cost was $18~ You would have easily missed this little gem if you were not intentionally looking for it. From the outside, it looked no different than an Asian takeout stand. I think the staff is friendly - no nonsense (Hubby thinks that the staff could have been attentive and is too free style) but that is part of this unique and experience :) read more

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Hazzel M.

4 years ago

We found this hidden gem on our LAST day in Seattle! Food was amazing and service was fantastic! Tita Lei is the sweetest person you could ever meet and the food was BOMB! Portions were huge and prices were very reasonable. This place also has a mini grocery of Asian products. Definitely recommend when you're visiting the Public Market and craving authentic home cooked Filipino food. - the FOUR girls from CALIFORNIA read more

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1506 Pike Pl
Seattle, WA 98101
Downtown
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(206) 622-8488
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Hours

What time does Oriental Mart open?

Oriental Mart opens at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Oriental Mart close?

Oriental Mart is closed on Monday.Oriental Mart closes at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Sun 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Oriental Mart take credit cards?

Yes, Oriental Mart takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Oriental Mart have catering options?

No, Oriental Mart does not have catering options.

Does Oriental Mart serve alcohol?

No, Oriental Mart does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Oriental Mart allow dogs?

Yes, Oriental Mart allows dogs.

Does Oriental Mart have TVs?

Yes, Oriental Mart has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Oriental Mart have bike parking?

Yes, Oriental Mart has bike parking.

Does Oriental Mart have parking?

Yes, Oriental Mart has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Oriental Mart have free WiFi?

No, Oriental Mart does not have free WiFi.

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As of July 2021, on which days is lunch available here? Trying to plan a visit, but don't want to miss the food if it's not every day.

They are open every day for lunch other then monday. It is a lunch counter that opens at 11 and closes when shes out of food or 4pm. Whatever occurs 1st.

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Does this restaurant offer delivery, I've looked everywhere on delivery apps but can't find it? Also, the link to their Facebook website seems broken to me.

I don't believe they do delivery. They don't have a real big menu right now they have a table set on the side facing the street that goes through the market and you can order from a list of items available.

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What are the hours for getting the salmon sinigang? I am getting conflicted info- are they open from 9-6pm or only for lunch 11-3?

11-3pm Thur-Sun or until they run out of food. This is just temporary until the next phase.

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Can I order for togo? I would like to try the sinigang but i live quite far away so i wanna buy a bunch then save jt for later

Yes, I recall a few people ordering to go orders!! The line can be long but worth it.

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Do they serve dinuguan there daily or is it a special dish only served once in a while?

Just once in awhile but if you call and ask for Leila she will let you know what day she'll make it

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5.2 mi

Order - Garlic Rice: 4/5 was really good, perfect amount of…read moregarlic. - Potatoes: 5/5 perfectly seasoned. Crunchy on the outside soft on the inside. Try with the banana catsup. It's weird but so good. - 8pcs Chicken half spicy: 4.7/5 it was really good. The half spicy was really good, not spicy to me but that's not unusual. Got hot sauce in the side and it was really tasty! - Mochi Cake: 10/5 so freaking good! Service was fantastic and the inside is really cute. Small but welcoming. TL:DR: Is it cheap? No. But it's a gluten free fried chicken that is actually good, the sides are bomb, and the price for the value is there.

Kaboom! Best fried chicken I've ever seen or eaten. Yes, one look at all the pieces (ordered the…read more8pc) and you can see beauty in its creation and attention to detail. Got the half spicy half normal and dusting of spice was perfect. The fact that this is gluten free (which is fantastic for all GF folks in our family) is even more Amazing how they got everything right with the crunch and flavor. Potato skins and garlic rice were good too, though less garlic would have been better. Could easily make this into a garlic egg fried rice and larger portions. The staff were super attentive and took time to explain everything to first time visitors. Steady stream of take out orders as seating is limited. Would come back to try the other sides too. Happy to report no reaction for gluten free member of our family, top marks for safety.

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Stephen's Butter Mochi, amazing! (7/22/23)

Pinoyshki Bakery & Cafe

Locally owned & operated

Such a cute Filipino inspired bakery. Their pastries are so creative and I love that they have both…read moresweet and savory options! We got the adobo, sisig, and the salmon/cream cheese pastries. All three were amazing, I think I enjoyed the salmon and adobo ones the most. I have to come back to try their sweet pastries next!

Emmanuel was surprisingly rude and might be better suited for a role away from customers. He…read moreliterally scolded me after I tipped him. That said, the food was delicious!

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Chicken adobo, pork Bicol, orange dessert

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Piroshki with Garlic Beef Asado. The most popular piroshki and they only make them here.

Hood Famous

The ube latte at Hood Famous is delectable. I went up to the register not sure what I wanted to…read moreorder, but after some help from the barista, I decided to get the ube latte with 50% sweetness. It was the perfect ratio of 2 coffee shots to syrup. I also ordered the chicken congee and really enjoyed the fish sauce and other toppings. It was the daily special. The store has limited seating but has options between the bar overlooking the street, couches, and normal tables to get some work done at. I will visit again when I go to Seattle next!

While I didn't buy my cheesecakes directly from them (I got them from a shop in Chinatown), I was…read moredisappointed that the cheesecakes were below average at best considering the cost. Mango calamansi was more tart than expected, while the one barely had any ube flavor. Overall, maybe a 2 to 2.5 but rounded up to 3.

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Ube tarts

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Ube pandan soft serve

Fil Cuisine

I wrote a negative review last October and decided that rumors of declining quality and service…read morewere true. I hadn't been back since. But I needed to order and pickup food for a potluck, and FilCuisine is the nearest place to get Filipino food for me. So I gave it another chance. Pancit bihon and lechon kawali were excellent. Now, service is still an issue. There was one server/cashier and I felt really sorry for her. She was doing her best to keep a smile on her face, and I wanted to give her flowers or something. So maybe until they get their staffing fixed you can consider getting takeout instead? I will -- I'm a lazy cook who constantly craves for food from home. I'm rooting for you, FilCuisine -- fighting!

Husband and I came in for breakfast. To my surprise, the server says they only accept cash…read more Okay!? Had to go to the nearest ATM which is fine. The vibe is pleasant, the service was adequate. The only Filipino resto so far I've seen big portions. Nice! Impressive. The foods are delicious. We had several dishes that filled us and had left overs to take home. Pinapaitan had the right bitterness and well balanced-not overwhelming from what I've experienced in the past. We had 2 breakfast plates: Bang-silog and the Tapsilog. I also ordered tortas talong. I thought we went overboard but I'm sure we can eat the rest at home with no problem. The bill was just right and the whole experience was pleasant and enjoyable. I recommend it.

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Sizzling Sisig

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Halo halo

Phe

The matcha drinks here are soooo good. I did think they were expensive for the size but I…read moreunderstand because the quality of the drinks are crazy. The banana pudding matcha is straight up dessert- their banana pudding cream is heavenly, and I will be thinking about it for a while. I got the hojicha drink as well and it was also super yummy but I think the banana one takes the top spot here. The line is usually long but drinks come out fairly quickly! Tonsss of people here so finding a table or seat might be hard.

WOW Inside is huge, lots of room for seating and a line and…read moredoes get very busy! Well decorated, felt very much like a shop that would be in Vietnam. Service was good; kind, patient and quick. Drinks are good! The Phe Keo is VERY sweet but I love sweet drinks. Matcha Einspanner was just okay, the cream top had some weird mucus-y texture clumps. I'd come back just for the coffee tho.

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Phe Me, or Phin coffee drink with black sesame cream.

Salty’s at the SEA

It was OK nothing special nothing great but decent... The…read moreprices are definitely high for Airport prices that's for sure. Service was excellent Nicole our server was great. Food came out pretty quick. Pretty sweet view, Love the counter especially that faces towards the tarmac. Maybe a one done here at SeaTac.

I have to say, it was very refreshing coming into this spot in SeaTac. Nice, warm service and…read moreplenty of seating. Prices are typical for an airport. I had the crab on toast, and it felt like a proper last taste of Seattle--well done. It was a delight to eat. I'd suggest maybe adding a little zest with some jalapeño Tabasco. The drip coffee was fresh and strong. I could've used a better knife to cut through the crust, but the center was soft enough that it didn't matter much. Overall, I can simply say yum.

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Sea Plane

Moment Coffee

4.2

(38 reviews)

2.9 mi

I really enjoyed the matcha at Moment Coffee! I was able to snag a seat upstairs and get work done…read morefor a few hours without feeling rushed. The service was very sweet, and it's a great spot whether you're looking to catch up with friends or settle in and be productive. The matcha tasted high quality and was nicely balanced. I asked for it less sweet, and it came out exactly how I hoped. As someone who drinks a lot of matcha, I appreciated that it still allowed the flavor of the tea to shine through. Another thing I appreciated was how clean and comfortable the space felt. The bathrooms were well maintained, the Wi-Fi was fast and reliable, and there were plenty of people working quietly around me. Overall, a great café for both getting work done and enjoying a quality drink.

My friends and I worked inside Moment Coffee on a Friday morning. It was a nice space, there's an…read moreupstairs and a downstairs. There was a weird glitch for the first hour where the music was cutting in and out which was pretty distracting. If you have more than three people it's going to be hard to find a table, especially in the morning. I got the Biscoff Latte which was fine. It looked pretty but the latte itself didn't taste too much like biscoff and it was soggy towards the end. I would not recommend getting it; next time I'd try the matcha.

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Lower seating

Old Stove Brewing - Pike Place

We were looking for a great place to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday and stumbled upon this…read morerestaurant. From the moment we arrived, the experience was wonderful. Our server, Jadyn C., was incredibly helpful with his food and drink recommendations, and his directions on what to order were spot on. Everything we tried was delicious! We truly want to appreciate him for making our celebration extra special with his attentive service and great suggestions. The atmosphere was amazing!!

Came in on a Friday night and learned that Old Stove Brewing gets busy for a reason! All the…read moreoutdoor tables were full when we arrived at 6, so we put our name on the list for inside and waited about 30 minutes. The oysters were the main draw for me, and they were totally worth the visit. Old Stove serves them with a savory watermelon sauce in addition to a traditional cocktail sauce--eaten together, it's a flavor explosion that I can't quite describe. We also enjoyed the garlic everything fries, which were delicious! We just had to try a flight to sample the brews. There are some really good beers available here, especially the Belgian blonde, citra pale ale, and the stout. I did not really care for the seasonal sour (grapefruit, I think)--to me, it just tasted like a sour and nothing more, but someone with more interest in sour beers would probably enjoy it just fine. Despite the busy night, our server checked on us regularly and was very personable, stopping to chat with us about the local sports scene. There's plenty to look at, inside and out. If you can snag a seat outside, you'll get to enjoy the waterfront. Inside, the decor is industrial but fun. Not sure if this runs all the time, but when we were there, the tvs were playing vintage beer ads, which was quite fun. They also sell some pretty good t-shirt designs. Overall, Old Stove Brewing is the perfect combo of good location, good food, and good beer. Definitely recommend a visit when in the Pike Place area!

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Lively Interior at Old Stove

Poblano Mac n cheese

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Outside patio

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Mark K.

10 months ago

Okay, first off...no photos. The people, all of the people, kept conversation at such a high tempo that photos just weren't on the brain. So a friend of mine knew I like Filipino food, culture, and, well, Filipinos in general. And his family owns O-Mart....and he's been telling me to go forever. Well, today was THE day! Keep in mind, I venture into Seattle very little these days, but WTH, it was a beautiful sunny summer day with an open calendar, so why not?!?!! If you've been to "The Market", it is jam packed with tourists. With that being said, there is original quality to be had in the multi-block area, with long-term and generational businesses. Fresh flowers, check. Giant baked hom bow, check. Fresh fish, check. Authentic homemade-with-love gen-u-ine Filipino like your mama made food, check. Lyla and Joy hooked me up. First question was how hungry I was. I told them I'm not large Filipino family gathering hungry, but a more medium level of hunger. I asked for a mixed plate of what they had, and enough food for two showed up. Their special sausage, pork adobo, chicken adobo, rice, noodles, and fish soup was what I received. Fish soup can be good and fish soup can be not good. They get their fish fresh at the fish monger, that's what kills it, very tasty. I've probably had four or five variations of adobo and they're all different. The vinegar is super light in their adobo, almost imperceptible, but super yummy. For those that want more of that kick, a bottle is on hand to amp it up. Everything was top notch. Check it out- the food is great, the tight busy space and all of the great notes plastered on the walls is unique, the bar stool limited counter space is cozy, but it's the vibe and pure humanity that sends it over the top. Everyone was in sync, happy, and authentic in the world of O-Mart. This element, good people, is what makes this place special. I give a controversial score of 4.9. Most would give it a 5.0, but alas, there was no karaoke. IYKYK If you are a local or a one time Seattle visitor, get on down to Oriental Mart, you will not be disappointed! read more

Jennica C.

Elite 26

186

1 year ago

Oriental Mart is an absolute treasure for authentic Filipino cuisine! From the moment you walk up, you're welcomed with warm hospitality and the inviting aroma of home-cooked goodness. The food is simply outstanding--every dish bursts with rich, authentic flavors that transport you straight to the Philippines. The lechon is perfectly seasoned and melt-in-your-mouth tender, the pancit is packed with flavor, and the lumpia is crispy perfection. Beyond the amazing food, the service is top-notch--friendly, attentive, and passionate about sharing Filipino culture through their dishes. Whether you're a longtime fan of Filipino food or trying it for the first time, Oriental Mart is the perfect place to indulge. I can't wait to come back for more! Highly recommend! read more

Peter E.

3 years ago

the entire store area & the restaurant area is all enclosed & blocked off with boxs & junk as if they are still afraid of covid, which does not make sense, as covid is no longer an issue here, but these filipino women running the store & restaurant have taken what use to be a nice place to eat or buy a few things from the grocery area & ruined it by no even letting customers walk into the store & the place has become a sort of walk up window for take out. it's not nice to shop here or eat here anymore. if they want my wife & i's business, then the women operating this place need to put everything back the way it was before the pandemic. move on, the pandemic is long gone. read more

Jeoff G.

2 years ago

I recently ordered for take-away. Restaurant is a Mart and a restaurant located in a bustling tourist area of Pike Market Place. While the food was undeniably excellent in taste, I found the portions to be rather small considering the high prices. The flavors were authentic and rich, which made for a delightful culinary experience. However, the cost left me wishing for a bit more on my plate. The location is quite touristy, which adds to the vibrant atmosphere but also contributes to the higher prices. Overall, a great spot for a flavorful meal, but be prepared for the premium pricing. read more

Rudy W.

8 years ago

It's a nice no-frills Filipino food place; and the entrees (adobo, pancit, longganisa, etc) looked good. I was there around noon today and wanted some vegetarian Filipino food, but they didn't have any (I'm lacto-ovo vegetarian). This was somewhat disappointing since their listing states they have vegetarian options. Hence, four stars instead of five. I ended up just getting some canned calamansi juice, which wasn't bad. read more

Ron R.

272

13 years ago

our friends recommended this place for the salmon sinigang. that was was good. my favorite food is chicken wings. this place is #1 on my list of places to go for fried chicken wings! so simple, just deep fried seasoned with nothing but salt and pepper, but when you bite into it, it's perfectly balanced with crispiness, juiciness, and chicken flavor. elegant in its simplicity, perfect with white rice... read more

Coraline P.

9 years ago

It's a nice no-frills Filipino food place; and the entrees pancit, longganisa, looked good. I was there around noon today and wanted some vegetarian Filipino food, but they didn't have any (I'm lacto-ovo This was somewhat disappointing since their listing states they have vegetarian options. Hence, four stars instead of five. I ended up just getting some canned calamansi juice, which wasn't bad. read more

Jace T.

9 years ago

My son had his very first Filipino food here. It was excellent and the service was great too. My son his half Filipino and they taught me how to make Filipino food and taught my son some words in Tagalog too! The best place at the Market. read more

Michelle M.

12 years ago

Want a unique experience? Try Balut at the Oriental Mart with Leila! My college age son and friend had a blast with this. I can't say much for the taste, but you don't eat it for the taste as much as the bragging rights. read more

Clarence Y.

2 years ago

Does anyone know a working phone number for the business ??? Been calling 206.622.8488 & it's out of service Been going here for the best service & food for over 35 years. Clarence.Yoshikane@gmail.com read more

Taya B.

9 years ago

The food at this place is fantastic, and the service was great. They helped rush me through despite the line in less than 10 mins because I was rushing to a meeting. read more

Steven D.

189