Lunch on the Plate
About This Spot
Lunch on the Plate feels like that cherished corner of the city where familiar aromas and simple pleasures come together effortlessly. As you approach their spot on Republican Street, the energy is unhurried yet lively — a steady rhythm of neighbors and office workers pausing for a thoughtfully prepared meal that feels both grounding and satisfying. It’s a quietly bustling space where the hum of conversation mingles with the inviting scents of home-style Taiwanese cooking.
This is a place shaped by care, where each bento box reflects a balance of flavors and textures, rice mingling with tender, slow-braised pork or crispy, juicy chicken legs that evoke memories of family kitchens and shared tables. The bright, earthy notes from bamboo pickles and fresh vegetables add a subtle lift to the hearty mains, offering that welcome feeling of nourishment beyond just filling up.
Lunch on the Plate isn’t about rushing through your meal—it’s about savoring the familiar comfort of authentic Taiwanese flavors crafted with a patient hand, whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch or settling into a nearby spot with friends. The pace invites you to feel connected—to culture, to community, and to the small human moments that transform a simple meal into something quietly memorable.
What’s Available Here
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Kerbside pickup
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Takeaway
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Comfort food
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Quick bite
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Casual
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Locals
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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Good for kids
Location & Hours
| Monday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
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| Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM | |
| Saturday | Closed | |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hana Zhang 21 Dec 2025
I already know they have really good fried chicken, today I tried the pork feet and it was amazing too! Love that they add various vegetables to keep a healthy balance.
Emily Takeuchi 10 Nov 2025
Love this family owned food truck business! They serve authentic Taiwanese bentos that are flavorful and well balanced! Definitely a takeout spot since it’s a food truck but it’s located in South Lake Union and they have tons of spots nearby with tables where you can sit and enjoy your meal! So happy to find them in SLU right in front of the Moxy Hotel for weekday lunchtime. Order at the kiosk and they will have your food ready! You can also order ahead of time on their menu link at their website! Food + crispy chicken leg quarter bento is my absolute favorite. Perfectly crispy and comes with this delicious sauce that makes me want to keep eating! The bento comes with rice and veggies! So good! + braised tofu - very flavorful and so tender + braised dice pork belly - also a favorite! We also really enjoyed their chicken as well! Their food is authentic and freshly made and I really how friendly they are!
Jason T 08 Nov 2025
Big portions made with love! Hands down the best Taiwanese food truck in Seattle, reminds me of my motherland ???????? Now they opened a permanent location in Bellevue's Asian Family Mart food hall! Been coming here since 2021 and have created great memories. Highly rec the crispy quarter chicken leg, slow braised beef flank, and fried pork chop bentos. 加油! ????????
Theo Dai 31 Oct 2025
I had an opportunity to try their food at a back to school event. I have to say their food is amazing. I tried a few of their popular dishes: crispy fried chicken leg quarter, spicy pepper chicken, pork hocks and bamboo, fried pork chop. My two favorite are chicken leg, the meat is so tender and juicy, also very well seasoned. Also spicy pepper chicken, the sauce is so good simply because I like spicy. The owners are so friendly and nice. That makes the food taste even better. After talking to them, now I know I can find them in SLU for lunch during weekdays.