29 Best Asian Restaurants near Des Moines

“I personally love there original & classic chicken teriyaki. That chicken on the drill is just tasty especially adding that spicy Siracha Sauce 😌 I worked in the Des Moines Theater for a couple years and I always looked forward to eating there on my Fridays 👌 they never let me down.“

“Cute, kitschy, casual ambiance. The Lao chicken noodle soup- wow. I’m so picky with noodles of any kind and this was spot on al dente ( I think it’s house made) and the broth was rich and deep without being overtly salty. The bork belly was also great and paired well with the soup.“

“Everything I've had here is amazing! The seasoning and heat are perfect. Try the stuffed wings... 😋“

“Chris and Kevin were amazing! The whole staff was. Everyone was so friendly and gave such wonderful hospitality. The broth and foods were all delicious. I would highly recommend for everyone to come visit. Really loved the experience of both hot pot and bbq. Such a great Birthday dinner!
Thank you so much to everyone at Sizzle Pot!“

“This mom and pop shop had everything I needed for a quick stop for food and snacks. I wanted a quick bite and stopped here last minute. Easily best place in the area for a bahn mi. The ingredients were really fresh and the bread was the best. They did not skimp out out on the pate or meat like most places do.“

“We catered food from Yamada Teriyaki and were blown away. The samosas were perfectly crispy and flavorful, and the House Special Fried Rice was a total hit, generously loaded with tender meat, shrimp, and vegetables, all seasoned to perfection.

Everything arrived fresh, hot, and beautifully packed. The portions were generous, and the quality was outstanding. The service was smooth, friendly, and reliable. For the price and portion sizes, the catering option is absolutely worth it.

One thing I also really like is that Mandalay Deli Mart is right next door, so it is super convenient to grab drinks, snacks, Burmese goodies, or quick deli items all in one stop.

Highly recommend Yamada Teriyaki for catering, authentic flavors, great presentation, and excellent value. We will definitely be back for more.“

“I had lunch with my daughter. So yum 😋 thanks“

“So good! Food was served quickly & SO delicious. Staff was friendly and very accommodating. Quick to clear our table of empty dishes. Highly recommend! We will be back very soon!“

“You know, I happen to keep coming into Le’s for Banh Mi every time I visit Seattle. I am impressed every time, and it’s easily become a foundational Banh Mi I compare others to - well done! Plus, this place is always reinventing its bakery; there’s always something new to try each time.“

“If I could put one more star on service I would put two because that was the fastest and most enjoyable meal you could have, manager was very nice, gave us on the house appitizer, came to our table and talked to us even. Very enjoyable would go back if I could.“

“Food was extremely delicious!“

“Good place to eat, clean, and great looking menu“

“Fast, courteous service, great food and good prices. I tried the Mongolian Beef...it was fabulous! Great flavor & the beef was melt-in-your-mouth tender. I was surprised at the number of menu items available to choose from. I'll definitely be going back!“

“This spot feels less like a restaurant and more like a community hub. Homey & welcoming.

Coming from the restaurant background, I grew to love food places that have no gimmicks and are true to their standard - Pho Liu is on top of that short list in Seattle.

I go here 3 times a week & they serve consistently high quality pho. The small bowl (pictured) is more than enough & leaves room to try their delicious apps. Fish-sauced wings, spring rolls, egg rolls are all phenomenal.

One way to tell they take care of their craft is how long the noodles can sit in the broth without releasing any starch. Fresh noodles, perfectly cooked, and well strained. Also their bean sprouts and herbs are extremely fresh. Never once have I had soggy or bitter bean sprouts here - which is more common at pho places than you’d think.

The owner family & servers here are great & kind people, as well. The subtle cues are how many regulars I’ve seen on random visits and how well the fish (in the fish tank) are taken care of.

This neighborhood place is truly one of the last pre-tech boom Seattle relics.“

“Great food and the best service .“

“Absolute hidden gem. I did not know what to expect coming in but was very blown away. The food was delicious and I will be dreaming about the korean chicken and mongolian beef. The service is also amazing and the new owner is so kind. We came very close to closing but nobody rushed us and let us enjoy ourselves. It's a very clean restaurant with clean and a lot of seating, perfect for solo dining or with family and friends. The place seems to have been transfered to new management very recently and still trying to find solid customer base. Please do support them!“

“I was looking for some good good teriyaki that I could get to on the light rail. This spot hit just right! Quick and easy walk from the Othello light rail station. The air-conditioning felt so nice and the customer service was top tier, I love that they have mix and match options for the combos. They took time to help me understand the menu and all the options. Ive been here many times since that first visit. Everything Ive tried so far has been delicious, my family has been happy with their meals as well. Highly recommend !“

“Great food and customer service“

“Absolutely love everything we ordered. (Crispy Garlic Chicken, Pad Thai, Panang Curry). 10/10. Would definitely go back.“

“this restaurant needs more location food is great!“

“Walk in order was ready surprisingly fast! Even though there weren’t many people inside, the staff was very busy with to go orders, yet our food was prepared in what seemed like less than 5 minutes.
While I ordered combo yakisoba (with beef chicken and shrimp,) my wife ordered the “beef bento teriyaki” from the limited online menu.
I was happy to find all of the meats were tender, the shrimp was cooked to perfection, tender but fully cooked.
Her beef was a little smoky taste, likely from the teriyaki marinade.
Both dishes were plentiful, noodles almost overflowing the to go box from the yakisoba.
I will plan on buying this again in the future.“

“Truly amazing teriyaki and katsu, if a bit expensive. But you can taste the quality. The katsu was well breaded and perfectly fried. The teriyaki had a great char and was dressed in a thin soy sauce heavy sauce, not coated like most Seattle teriyaki. The salad was excellent as well with a sesame dressing. Very traditional Puyallup style! I loved it!“

“Good food and good staff. Thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Will be back!“

“Fantastic food at good prices!! Great service! When the machine didn’t like, an employee offered to help, was polite, and even gave me potstickers on the house. Amazing experience. I think the only thing is the employees spirit. A smile can go a long way 🙃“

“They have wonderful food and wonderful service, but when I asked for one thing they seemed annoyed with my request, which was simply if they had chili oil. So that kind of brought the mood down a little bit to a little uncomfortable. Great place otherwise.“

“Nikko is one of my go-to lunch spots. Their teriyaki chicken is the best in the valley. The portions are generous, and the sauce has a unique spice in it that I love, not your ordinary bottle variety sauce. Service is fast and always friendly.

In my most recent visit I strayed from the usual to sample their yakisoba noodles. Again, large portions for an exceptional value. It was fresh and hot. I ate it all, but I probably won't order it again, as I found the sauce too sweet. Next time back to the chicken.

Also, the gyoza are worth the splurge!“

“You know it’s good when you don’t have a microwave but you eat your leftovers for breakfast & they are almost better than when it’s fresh n’ hot. Chicken stays crispy too—which is a testament that they know how to do fried chicken. I ordered the General Tso Chicken. I would eat here again & again. Oh, & although they are in this old hotel don’t let that fool you! Next time I’ll try the chef’s recommendation (beef pho). Sorry no pic!“

“Smallish place, feels family owned. Service prompt. Food not overly oily with good flavor balance. They have vegetarian options but unfortunately some sauces like the pad thai sauce, is pretty made and contains fish sauce. So may be less veggie options than you would expect at most Thai restaurants.“

“The food is always great!“