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Best Chinese Restaurants Nearby in Mercer Island

Teriyaki & More

Teriyaki & More

4.6
(7k+)
• Teriyaki • Noodles
$0 delivery fee • 3.9 mi • 31 min
"everything is phenomenal. best teriyaki in the PNW- and the Chicken Yakisoba comes stuffed to the brim + great flavor"
"The White Chicken (Breast) Teriyaki is tender, good portion, and comes with plenty of sauce! The salad that comes with it could be better, though. I got a huge lettuce spine in mine, and the dressing was so watered down it barely had any flavour. The Egg Flower Soup was delicious! Rich and flavourful! No corn (yay!), and the little bits of broccoli flourets add to the taste. Despite the dressing, I still still order both again (it's not like you're getting teriyaki for the salad lol)"
Gyoza
Crispy deep-fried pork and vegetable dumplings.
$6.89
Chicken Teriyaki
Our signature grilled chicken glazed with our house-made teriyaki sauce. Served with steamed rice and fresh salad.
$14.81
Spicy Chicken Teriyaki
Grilled chicken coated in our signature spicy teriyaki sauce for the perfect balance of sweet and heat. Served with steamed rice and fresh salad.
$15.38
Egg Rolls
Two crispy fried egg rolls filled with seasoned vegetables. served with sweet and sour sauce.
$6.83
Zhangliang Malatang - Washington

Zhangliang Malatang - Washington

4.4
(200+)
• Chinese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 5.2 mi • 44 min
Farther away
Wallet-Friendly
"loved it. best hot pot I have ever had"
"I do think this ‘Make Your 2 lb Malatang’ is not actually 2 lbs in weight. I believe it’s at most 1.5 lbs. I think the store might be including the soup in the weight, which isn’t accurate. Please weight Make Your 2 Lb Malatang Of."
Make Your 1 Lb Malatang
A piece of instant noodle, non-fried, healthier
$16.19
Make Your 1.5 Lb Malatang
Beef slices or lamb slices (about 150g) If out of stock, other similar ingredients will be used to replace: Chinese cabbage, luncheon meat, bean sprouts, bean curd skin, black fungus, bean curd sticks, sweet corn, fresh mushrooms, special random meatballs (4 pieces)
$24.27
Make Your 1.5 Lb Malaban
Beef slices or lamb slices (about 150g) If out of stock, other similar ingredients will be used to replace: Chinese cabbage, luncheon meat, bean sprouts, bean curd skin, black fungus, bean curd sticks, sweet corn, fresh mushrooms, special random meatballs (4 pieces)
$24.18
Make Your 2 Lb Malatang Of
Beef slices or mutton slices (about 200g), if out of stock, other similar ingredients will be used instead: Chinese cabbage, luncheon meat, bean sprouts, bean curd skin, black fungus, bean curd sticks, sweet corn, fresh mushrooms, special random meatballs (6 pieces)
$31.16
SZECHUAN FISH

SZECHUAN FISH

4.8
(100+)
• Asian Fusion • Chinese
$0 delivery fee • 5.3 mi • 39 min
Farther away
20% off on $40+
"This place is so fu**ing good. Stir Fried Bamboo Shoots W/ Shredded Pork 小笋肉丝 is amazing. if i had to pick a restaurant to eat at for the rest of my life it would be here"
"I’ve been coming to this restaurant for a time — I was a loyal customer. But today’s experience really left me disappointed and disheartened. I ordered the lunch combo with stir-fried pig head meat and chili peppers. What I received was incredibly disappointing. About 80% of the box was just plain white rice, and the actual dish — which was supposed to be pork — was 90% chili peppers with only a few tiny pieces of meat. It was basically a pepper stir-fry with barely any pork. On top of that, they charged nearly $20 after tax, which is outrageous for such a small portion of actual protein. Even the soup container wasn’t filled properly — it was half empty. I felt ripped off — this is not how a loyal customer should be treated. I really hope the restaurant takes this kind of feedback seriously and improves both the portion quality and overall food standards. Customers deserve better — especially at this price point."
Szechuan Popcorn Chicken 重庆辣子鸡
2 skewers / 2串
$24.13
Desi Junction Eatery

Desi Junction Eatery

4.2
(90+)
• Indian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 3.8 mi • 45 min
"Sabudana Vada Harabara Kabab both great and made fresh. I've never seen a place in the USA which makes these fresh at 11pm like this. very good."
"Was sent wrong size (family pack was ordered and they sent regular size), pulav rice was smelling bad and its probably rotten. They mentioned they will issue a refund , but hasn't reached my account so far. "
Chicken Ghee Roast Regular
Crunchy corn kernels deep-fried to perfection and dusted with a signature blend of spices, chaat masala, onions and a zesty squeeze of lime
$19.95
Chicken Lollipop(4 Pcs)
Wok-tossed rice with fresh vegetables, and savory house seasoning. Cooked to perfection with your choice of protein.
$14.56
Crispy Corn
Silky noodles stir-fried in a rich, savory glaze with garden-fresh vegetables and aromatic seasonings. Finished with your choice of protein.
$12.01
Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya

Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya

4.6
(8k+)
• Fast Casual • Japanese
$0 delivery fee • 5.8 mi • 38 min
Farther away
Trending
"One of the very few ramen places that has pork-free options. The Chicken Rich ramen is super flavorful & made with chicken bone broth which is great flavor and good for colds (especially if you get it spicy). Good portion size too. The customer service is excellent too, both over doordash & in person."
"First of all, I do not go around giving 5 stars, but this was one of the most perfect bowls of ramen I have ever had the pleasure of eating. I ordered the Garlic Tonkotsu with extra chicken chashu and I was blown away by the tenderness of the pork and chicken chashu, the rich depthness and umami from the broth, the bouncy noodles and the knock out garlic flavor. The serving was so large, I was able to save leftovers."
Garlic Tonkotsu
限定特濃ニンニクとんこつ醬油ラーメン LIMITED QUANTITY EVERYDAY. Specialty extra-rich shoyu-flavored pork broth with lots of garlic. Traditional Sodium
$23.34
Pork Gyoza
餃子(豚肉)Pan-fried dumpling stuffed with pork, served with a soy vinegar dipping sauce
$9.5
Spicy Ramen
スパイシーラーメン Rich Pork broth Flavored with a housemade blend of chilies, garlic, and spices. *Consuming spicy foods may cause gastrointestinal irritations
$23.63
Chicken Karaage
唐揚げ Japanese deep-fried marinated chicken with spicy mayo
$11.09
Chawla's 2

Chawla's 2

4.1
(800+)
• Traditional Indian Restaurant • Indian Cuisine
$0 delivery fee • 5.5 mi • 43 min
Farther away
"Chicken Tikka Masala was wonderful, and the Garlic Naan was good. It came with plenty of rice as well. Thank you to the people at Chawla's 2 for preparing good food after 10pm on a Sunday. It is really appreciated! "
"Great place if you're on a bland food diet and want to avoid the calories from potato but also want to satisfy your cravings of having "aloo" parathas. Ordered aloo parathas which came with no condiments and nearly no stuffing."
Chole Bhature
Aaloo Prantha is a popular & delicious Indian flatbread stuffed with spicy mashed potato filling. It is common breakfast dish in North India, especially Punjab.
$19.41
Aaloo Prantha
puff patties, also known as puff pastries are light flaky snacks made from layers of dough & butter stuffed with boiled potatoes, Indian style tadka with onion & flavored with special spices from Chawla's
$10.6
Paneer Bhurji
Roasted chicken cooked with minced chicken. Chicken masala gravy made of Indian herbs
$22.74
Potato Puff Patties
A North Indian curried dish made with kidney beans, onions, tomatoes, spices, and herbs
$9.59
Meet fresh

Meet fresh

4.7
(2k+)
• Chinese • Soup
$0 delivery fee • 4.8 mi • 38 min
Farther away
"WOW! My 1st time and I love the taro balls! And the real taro! Crave for something sweeeeetttt and this is the way to go! Soooo happy! I'm excited to explore more! "
"This is hands down my favorite place for drinks and desserts. I've become a DoubleDashing regular specifically to get Meet Fresh drinks and desserts added on to our dinner order elsewhere. My favorite drinks are the Fluffy Miniq Thai Milk Tea and Cold Mini Q Taro & Sago Coco Drink. For dessert, it's always a close tie between Cold Coco Sago A and Cold Purple Rice Soup A. Add a little extra fluffy & boba, and you're in for a real treat. Their portions are generous, and I can usually get both an evening dessert and the next morning's breakfast out of one bowl. The quality is consistent, and I've never been disappointed."
Icy Grass Jelly Signature
Signature iced grass jelly with grass jelly pudding and grass jelly slush, topped with chewy taro balls and creamer for a refreshing yet creamy treat in every bite.
$14.31
Hot Red Bean Soup Signature
Taro Balls, Red Bean Soup, Boba, Sesame Rice Balls,Taro, Red Beans, !! Contains Peanut Allergen (735Cal)
$13.57
Icy Taro Ball Signature
Shaved ice drizzled with housemade syrup, topped with chewy taro balls, potaro balls, boba, and creamy taro paste.
$14.45
Icy Grass Jelly Custom
Grass Jelly, Grass Jelly Shaved Ice Hot Grass Jelly Soup Base (195Cal)
$14.35
Haidilao Hot Pot Seattle

Haidilao Hot Pot Seattle

4.7
(100+)
• Hot Pot • Noodles
$0 delivery fee • 6.0 mi • 46 min
Farther away
"If you are craving hot pot but are unable to attend in person, this is the perfect compromise. The entire order was delivered in cardboard carrying case with packaged utensils, a hot pot kit of wipes and other helpful items, and individual packaging for all the ordered ingredients. They offer options for a stove/butane/pot but it also works to heat up the soup base on a regular stove in a wide mouth cooking pot. Ingredients were fresh and delicious. The Pork Bone soup base, Australian Lamb and bamboo shoots are favorites. "
Cool Haidilao Spicy Hot Pot Set Meal- Tomato Flavor/炫酷海底捞麻辣烫套餐-番茄味
The set with rice, a side of fruit, a small dish, and a beverage. Beef 100g; basa fish slices 50g; fish roe fish balls ×3; crispy sausage ×3; tomato ×4 pieces; seafood mushrooms 100g; corn ×6 pieces; napa cabbage 150g; shiitake mushrooms ×6 pieces. 套餐搭配一碗米饭,一份水果,一份小菜,以及一罐饮料。 肥牛100克;巴沙鱼片50克;鱼籽鱼丸3个;脆皮肠3个;番茄4块;海鲜菇100克;玉米6块;大白菜150克;香菇6块。
$28.48
Cool Haidilao Spicy Hot Pot Set Meal- Mala Spicy Flavor/炫酷海底捞麻辣烫套餐-麻辣味
The set with rice, a side of fruit, a small dish, and a beverage. Beef 100g; beef tripe 50g; beef meatballs ×3; seafood mushrooms 100g; corn ×6 pieces; napa cabbage 150g; shiitake mushrooms ×6 pieces. 套餐搭配一碗米饭,一份水果,一份小菜,以及一罐饮料。 牛肉100克;白毛肚50克;牛肉丸3个;海鲜菇100克;玉米6块;大白菜150克;香菇6块。
$28.18
Kurobuta Pork Tenderloin / 黑豚梅花猪肉
The set with rice, a side of fruit, a small dish, and a beverage. Beef 250g; shiitake mushrooms 50g; seafood mushrooms 50g; enoki mushrooms 50g; king oyster mushrooms 100g; quail eggs ×8. 套餐搭配一碗米饭,一份水果,一份小菜,以及一罐饮料。 相间肥牛250克;香菇50克;海鲜菇50克;金针菇50克;杏鲍菇100克;鹌鹑蛋8个。
$15.34
Australian Lamb Shoulder / 澳洲羊肩肉
The set with rice, a side of fruit, a small dish, and a beverage. Beef 150g; luncheon meat ×4 slices; crispy sausage ×3; fish roe fish balls ×3; seafood mushrooms 100g; corn ×6 pieces; napa cabbage 150g; shiitake mushrooms ×6 pieces. 套餐搭配一碗米饭,一份水果,一份小菜,以及一罐饮料。 牛肉150克;午餐肉4片;脆皮肠3个;鱼籽鱼丸3个;海鲜菇100克;玉米6块;大白菜150克;香菇6块。
$24.59
JOEY Restaurants

JOEY Restaurants

4.5
(14k+)
• Steak • Chicken
$0 delivery fee • 3.4 mi • 43 min
"Joey never disappoints. The meals are pricey (for the quantity), but definitely worth it. I love their Korean cauliflower and tofu bowl. This time, I tried their Miso Roasted Mushrooms - perfectly sauced, bursting with sweet savory umami flavors. I wish they had more vegetarian options! Service is top notch as well."
"My love-hate relationship with Joey Restaurant🤣 When I first got the box, I was honestly surprised by how small it was for the price i paid… but also surprised by how good it tasted. The salmon sushi is very delicate, well-package(honestly the best takeout package i have ever seen) and honestly kind of adorable. I actually like this smaller size more than regular sushi because it feels perfectly portioned for each bite. That said, the portion overall is… questionable. You get about 8 small pieces, and the whole thing is basically lunchbox-sized. I genuinely couldn’t tell if this is meant to be a full meal or just a really elevated appetizer. They do give you a generous amount of sauces (which I appreciate), but still—if you have a normal appetite, you’ll probably want to order something extra. So yeah… amazing taste, tiny portion. A true love-hate situation."
Seared Salmon Sushi
Fire torched salmon, umami sauce, shaved serrano peppers
$20.65
Japanese Gyoza
Pork dumplings with hot mustard
$15.43
Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Sweet soy ginger glaze, peanuts, crispy wontons, spicy aioli
$23.1
Hibachi Wings
Spice rubbed, parmesan dip
$22.47
Kalabaw Bar and Kitchen

Kalabaw Bar and Kitchen

4.4
(100+)
• Thai • Japanese
$0 delivery fee • 6.6 mi • 46 min
Farther away
"wow the Shan Curry 🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶 is SUPER spicy, and I mean that as someone with a higher than average spic tolerance!!!very tasty though! the Lumpiang Rolls were my favorite"
"the tom yum had good flavor, but almost no chicken, and the few pieces of chicken in there weren't good quality with pieces of fat. mushrooms and tomatoes seemed old. the jsmile rice that came with it was all brown and crusty, im fairly positive it was from a few days ago"
Shan Curry 🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶
Gluten free, spicy. (Ook kai) - a vibrant burmese curry fusion infused with chili and lemongrass, stir-fried alongside red chili and aromatic kaffir lime leaves. Served alongside an assortment of fresh vegetables. Pair with jasmine white rice or roti pancake. (CAN NOT REDUCE THE SPICY LEVEL!!)
$25.81
Phad See Ew
Sautéed wide rice noodles, Chinese broccoli, egg, and Thai stir-fry sauce.
$20.73
Phad-thai
Gluten free. Wok-fried rice-noodles, drenched in tangy tamarind sauce, with the perfect mix of egg, bean sprouts, shallots, pickled turnip, and chives. Sprinkled with ground peanuts and served with a lime wedge for that extra zing.
$20.6
Kalabaw Wings
Immerse in celestial mid joint wings with lemongrass flavor, paired with coconut galangal elixir for a unique taste experience. (Kalabaw must try!).
$16.82
Thai 65 Bellevue

Thai 65 Bellevue

4.5
(800+)
• American • Thai
$0 delivery fee • 3.6 mi • 60 min
"fantastic Phad Thai Noodles . I asked for 4 star spice in the instructions and DEFINITELY got it 😅. Good presentation in the black to-go box. fried tofu was well-done, even kinda crispy. 20% less food by weight than other restaurants, and has that steep service fee and delivery charge, but I'd argue it's worth it."
"One of my favorite spots. This order in particular was VERRRY good! The Thai Iced Tea is always a nice drink treat and I love getting the Veggie Phad see Iew noodles with Jasmine White Rice! Great price and value, and why Im a returning customer :) "
Phad Thai Noodles
Rice noodles stir-fried with egg, onions, ground peanuts and bean sprouts (no substitutions please).
$14.73
Thai 65 Chicken
Stir fried crispy chicken in delicious sweet Thai chili sauce and crispy basil leaves on top.
$14.83
Phad see Iew
Wide rice noodles stir-fried with sweet soy sauce, broccoli, carrots and egg.
$14.59
Spring Rolls (4pc)
Chopped vegetables rolled in wheat wrapper and deep fried. Served with plum sauce.
$7.95
Guddi Indian cafe

Guddi Indian cafe

Indian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 5.5 mi • 47 min
Farther away
Chole Bhature
Cholle bhature is a classic North Indian dish combination of cholle...chickpeas summered in rich gravy of onion, tomato, garlic, ginger served with bhature / deep fried bread prepared from fermented dough served with raw onion & pickles.
$17.98
Executive Thali - Eco
Comes with 2 curries, rice, and 1 chapati.
$22.79
Mooli Prantha
Radish-stuffed flatbread with herbs and spices.
$9.59
Gobi Prantha
Stuffed whole wheat flatbread with spiced cauliflower filling, garnished with fresh cilantro.
$9.59
Old Silk Route

Old Silk Route

Himalayan/Nepalese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 4.9 mi • 42 min
Farther away
"The portion wasn't huge, but it was very flavorful and for the price the portion was fine. Was trying to be cheap and got not as much food as I was hoping for, but also kind of got what I paid for in terms of the portion and then on top of that it tasted very good so it was enjoyable."
"The Aloo Bondawas burnt and tasted horrible, the Garlic Cheese Naan had no cheese and the Hyderabad Goat Dum Biryani was way below average. Avoid this place at all costs"
Chilli Gobi
Vegetarian. Gobi fried with diced onions and bell peppers in Chef’s hot chili sauce.
$14.39
Lamb Vindaloo
An Australian lamb dish made with onions, tomatoes, potato cubes, and fresh ground spices in Indo-Portuguese style.
$19.19
Hyderabad Fried Fish Tilapia
Fresh tilapia marinated with authentic Hyderabadi spices fried to perfection.
$17.98
Paneer Tikka
Cubes of paneer, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes marinated with traditional spices and grilled in a clay oven.
$16.79
Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle Mexican Grill

4.5
(4k+)
• Mexican • Bowls
$0 delivery fee • 3.4 mi • 36 min
"No items were missed! It was ALL packed so well!!! All food was very tasty and presentable - nothing was gross and thrown together (as can happen w higher end mex style fast food). I really appreciate the care and portions. All very friendly staff. "
"Guacamole wasnt mashed enough, got 1/2 avocado piece. Thought it was the seed."
Burrito Bowl
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas served in a delicious bowl with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$15.15
Burrito
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$15.14
Quesadilla
Cheese in a Flour Tortilla with your choice of meat, sofritas or fajita veggies and three included sides.
$14.14
Chips
Your choice of freshly grilled meat, sofritas, or guacamole, and up to five toppings served in a soft or hard-shell tortilla.
$2.41
fern thai eatery bar capitol hill

fern thai eatery bar capitol hill

4.7
(30+)
• Thai • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 5.4 mi • 42 min
Farther away
Newly Added
"I don't know what happened, this place is my favorite restaurant, I order the same thing for the past 2 years, I never got delivery tho, today was first time. I ordered spicy #5, it's not even 1, the chicken has no taste, the noodles are not cooked properly, some places it's white with no proper sauce and other places it's burned. Very disappointed."
Pad See Ewe
Noodle stir-fried with Chinese broccoli and egg in sweet soy sauce.
$23.11
Jasmine Rice
Fragrant jasmine rice, perfectly steamed to complement any meal.
$4
Crispy Garlic Chicken
Stir-fired crispy chicken in a rich garlic sauce and bell pepper topped with crispy basil. (Rice not included. Please order rice through "side orders" section)
$24.95
Pad Kee Mao
“Drunken style” stir-fried rice noodle with vegetables, chili, and basil." (contains egg)(Unable to make this item not spicy. The spicy level is between 1 to 5. Level 1 is the lowest spicy level)
$23.26
Monk's Paradise

Monk's Paradise

Himalayan/Nepalese • Indian
$0 delivery fee • 4.9 mi • 43 min
Farther away
Vindaloo
Zesty curry cooked in a tangy sauce of wine vinegar, ginger, and potatoes.
$20.39
Lamb Skewers in Garlic Sauce
Lamb Pieces mildly spiced, served with Chinese Spices.
$16
Banyan Tree (Pegasus)

Banyan Tree (Pegasus)

Indian • Chinese
$0 delivery fee • 4.9 mi • 37 min
Farther away
Lamb Biryani
Slow cooked with aromatic basmati rice infused with saffron and whole with a finishing touch of nuts, raisins, and herbs.
$24.35
Butter Chicken
Chicken thigh meat boneless cooked with butter and curry sauce.
$21.65
Vegetable Samosa
Two pieces. Potato and peas stuffed in a savory pastry.
$8.15
Belletreats Kitchen & Desserts

Belletreats Kitchen & Desserts

3.5
(10+)
• Dessert • Chicken Wings
$0 delivery fee • 3.6 mi • 46 min
Luxury Velvet Chocolate Fudge Cake (large )
Loaded Dessert Cup (9oz) A towering blend of warm brownie bites, soft cake, crunchy cookies, velvety cream, layered with rich chocolate drizzle and finished with your favorite toppings. Every bite is a perfect explosion of gooey, creamy, crunchy, and sweetly crafted to satisfy even the most intense dessert cravings.
$17.5
Ultimate loaded dessert cup (Strawberry)
A buttery orange vanilla loaf cake baked to golden perfection , incredibly moist, soft, and rich with a delicate custardy texture that melts in your mouth with every bite. Infused with fresh orange flavor and warm vanilla, it’s the perfect balance of citrusy brightness and sweet indulgence. Tender, fluffy, and irresistibly decadent.
$18.59
Golden citrus custard silk loaf slice
Ultra-moist chocolate cake layered with rich, silky fudge and covered in a glossy chocolate ganache. Deep, decadent cocoa flavor in every bite with a melt-in-your-mouth texture that leaves you craving just one more slice. Pure chocolate heaven.
$14.13
Luxury velvet chocolate fudge cake (medium)
Crafted for true dessert lovers, this oversized cookie is filled with crunchy chocolate cookie pieces and pockets of melted white chocolate. Soft, buttery, and irresistibly delicious, it's the perfect combination of comfort and luxury.
$19.07

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