This restaurant has been on my radar for some time. The food and service were good. The restaurant…read moreis a little on the loud side between the music on the background and catters among people. Decorations is on a classy side. The prices varies. We started with a few cocktails and couple starters. Sesame Balls were perfectly fried and delicious. The Shuimai was good as well. We ended up with 3 dry Chili dishes: chicken, cauliflower, and tofu. All same flavor but different at the same time. The tofu was soft inside with a nice crispy outer coating. Both chicken and cauliflower were tasty as well. Then there is the chicken with cashew nuts. I liked this one more than I thought I would. Good flavor. Lastly, wow. The Spicy Sour Fish Filet. It came in a HUGE bowl. A little spicy, a little sourness, fish, noodle... what is there not to like. Overall, a good experience.

The food flavors range from Sichuan to other local dishes popular in China, like roasted duck from…read moreBeijing , Yangzhou fried rice from Yangzhou, mainly the Sichuan food. The location is good and restaurant environments are wonderful, limited parking space nearby.

This is what one could consider "Chinese tapas". Love the variety and how the portions are small…read morethat you can get a lot to try out. It's better when you have more people.... Maybe 3-5 people as the sweet spot? Things I'd definitely get again: spicy wonton soup, bean curd and thousand year preserved egg. The beef noodle soup was good. The pork and rice I would skip (and the veggie dumplings- they're good but took a lot longer than the rest to come out, I forgot about them!). There was a mosquito in the dining area and so they got a meal too unfortunately. I do wish it was better ventilated while dining in but it's so good!! The place was packed coming in about 7:45p (close at 9) on a Sunday night. It's definitely worth stopping in and now that I'm 15 min away after moving closer, I could become a regular!!!

I have seen this place everywhere - instagram, TikTok, the Washingtonian - and have been looking…read morefor more dim sum places since my favorite in Wheaton closed, and generally to try more Chinese food from different regions in the area. I came pretty much right when they opened, which was the move, because it was already pretty busy. I ordered the spicy beef tendon noodle soup, pork soup dumplings (which I thought were going to be pork buns based on the description but whatever), scallion pancakes, 1000 layer pancake, szechuan style dumplings, and smoked chicken. I thought everything was really good, despite having somewhat confusing descriptions on the menu. The dumplings were super spicy and I only ate a few, and took the rest home. The portions are surprisingly large, the soup came with additional bowls which made sharing easy. The only downside is really the size and noise. It is a tiny restaurant, and it gets crowded, so it can be quite loud.

Stopped by Far East Restaurant for dim sum recently and was so happy to see dine-in seating fully…read moreback 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.

This was, by far, the worst experience I have ever had at a local restaurant…read more 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.

I'm not sure how I haven't left review for this place where I've visited many many times. Have…read moredined in prob 2-3 times and most of the times it's my pick up place after a long day at work and did not feel like cooking. From their crispy fungus with pickled pepper, , spicy oil wonton, beef noodle soup, chicken leg soup, spicy dry noodles, soup dumplings, I can basically make a lot of things I've ordered and liked from the menu! Service, packaging for to go always consistent. :)

Not consistent. Chicken mushroom pan fried dumplings did not taste fresh, not sure mushrooms were…read morein there and dough was thick. N6 noodles with chicken was good, but didn't sit well later. Daily specials was hit with sesame balls hot out of oil. Spicy shrimp with chives dumplings was a miss. Jet liked his N5 spicy noodles with minced meat. Update: prices have gone up and service has gotten slower since our initial review. Sad

TLDR: Great handmade soup dumplings and well-executed home-style dishes, though a few items lacked…read moreseasoning or portions. A solid spot for sharing with a group, and I'd happily return to explore more of the menu. I really wanted to love this place. The soup dumplings are among the better ones in the area. While the wrappers aren't as thin or chewy as the very best, you can tell they're handmade, and I'll always appreciate that. I'd recommend sticking with the pork soup dumplings since they were rich, savory, and full of umami. The crab version unfortunately didn't have any noticeable crab flavor and tasted almost identical to the pork. The duck came in a generous portion and is a great choice for anyone who enjoys sweeter flavors. The watercress was fresh and plentiful, but it could have used much more garlic. We ended up adding the wonton chili oil and dipping it for extra flavor. The cucumber was delicious, but the portion was way too small. The bean curd was cooked well, though there wasn't enough pork for a dish that was supposed to feature it. The fish was another highlight with light spice, a crispy exterior, and perfectly cooked, tender meat. Overall, I'd definitely come back to try more dishes. I enjoy the home-style cooking, and it's the kind of restaurant that's especially fun to visit with a larger group so you can sample a variety of dishes.

A local institution - be prepared to wait…read more Bob's is a model of efficiency. When you have to wait for a table, you receive a plastic menu and grease pencil to create your order. You can watch the food being prepared behind a glass window. The Soup Dumplings are hot and flavorful. The dumpling skins have the right amount of chewiness. There are many other items on the menu. The Scallion pancakes, Spicy Tofu, and General Bob's Chicken were favorites. The room is large and simple. BRING CASH - there is a 10% service charge for credit card payments.

Great service! Great food! Has all the authenticity of amazing Chinese food…read more We stopped here on whim with a friend and was actually surprised. She said let's go eat Chinese food and I thought, oh lord, another Panda Express or some hole in wall that had the generic dishes from takeout restaurants. I'm used to driving to VA for more authenticity, but I was surprised! Didn't know this gem existed in this area! Cantonese and Hong Kong food and more! They catered to all Asian ethnicities with focus on hometown favorites that my mom used to make me, and I was so excited when I saw the menu. The place was smaller than expected but packed with people! I thought I was in NYC for a bit, but nope, just Rockville. We had a specialty fish dish, along with a few of their specials that had beef and vegetables. Okay, I grew up in a Chinese Restaurant, but if you wanted me to list out the specialty dishes, I can't. I really was just busy being surprised and busy eating. And we ate ALOT! Food was great! I would definitely come back here more often. I do like that there were a lot of locals who were there, so you know it's a good place! There's no basic dishes here, just authentic and tasty!

I haven't been to East Pearl in at least a decade. The last Hong Kong style restaurant was on the…read moreJumbo Floating Restaurant in Hong Kong in 2016. I think it is because I prefer spicy food and went to other restaurants in Rockville with Szechuan and Hunan food. This is a storefront space but is comfortable inside with high ceilings. I was brought a full pot of strong black tea when I sat down, and I drank most of it. I ordered egg rolls and Shrimp Wonton Noodle Soup. The eggs were crispy and mostly filled with cabbage, but they were well seasoned came with the potent spicy mustard. I put too much mustard on the first eggroll and thought my egg was going to explode but I got past that. The soup came about five minutes later. The soup tasted like a chicken base with Chinese broccoli and wontons had whole pieces of shrimp in them and thin noodles. It had a very good balance of flavors. East Pearl also has lunch menu that I will try on my next visit. My lunch cost $15.85 plus tip, an outstanding value.

The food here is very tasty and the service is quick and cordial. My son is an expert at finding…read morethese hidden gems. We really enjoy the food here and have been here a few times. My favorite dishes so far are: Beef cubes with seven spices (appetizer) Fish with Plum Sauce - this is deep-fried fish with a plum sauce, and it is better than your typical sweet-and-sour fish dish Shredded Beef with scallions Shredded pork with bamboo Yu tsai with garlic Eggplant with basil Spinach with garlic I didn't particularly like the crispy stinky bean curd or the steamed fish with soy beans. I think these are an acquired taste. We will be back to try other dishes as well!

Ordered several dishes for carryout: oyster pancake, 3 cups chicken, braised pork rice, pork dried…read morebean curd, and Szechuan string beans. Having been here many times, all were consistently good. The chicken is my favorite dish here, always so flavorful. Some of the portions were smaller than I remember (string beans and dry bean curd), but still tasty.

I have tried their location in Falls Church, VA and I have to say their broth is better in VA...but…read morethis location is several $ cheaper. Food: -I like that they still have all the ingredients separate from the broth when it arrives, allowing you flexibility and customization -not exactly 10 secs and the name says but food came out sufficiently fast -water is tap and you and can definitely taste the impurities Service: -as with most authentic Chinese restaurants, the servers don't really check on you after they deliver the food -but I appreciate that they leave us alone to chat, I was there with someone for over an hour and they didn't nudge us to leave Location -parking is a bit limited and so is the inside of the restaurant so not good for groups larger than 6

If I can have this noodle everyday of the week!! The broth was so flavorful and little numbing. Not…read moretoo spicy at all. We also ordered tea egg and ice jelly with peanut. Both totally worth it! The ice jelly was so refreshing, perfect way to end our meal! The space itself is very clean and cozy!! Perfect place for a comfort meal