“We were craving hotpot place and this was the closest location from where we were. Pick a broth between non spicy- to extra spicy, any broth will be charged $8.50 ea. they have 4 plates to choose from where you just grab and throw into you hot pot both. It ranges between $2.50-$5.50 depending on the color. It reminds me of genki sushi where it’s a passing through belt with the items. They have pork, chicken, beef meats, vegs, tofu, and some desserts. It was our first time and we definitely enjoyed. It was a Friday early evening so it wasn’t crazy busy yet. Not bad for 2 of us we spent $68 around there. Parking is available in front the store. Overall you pick, cook, add your spices which are available on the side in front of you.“
“I am constantly in search of good hot pot places in Seattle. While Hai Di Lao has been my go-to choice, after a meal at Qiao Lin it is definitely rising the ranks on my hot pot list and has the potential to overthrow hai di lao. During our visit, my friends and I chose the four-broth option, featuring two mild selections (tomato broth, pork bone broth) and two spicy options (Chongqing spicy broth, pepper pork broth). The waiter told us that the pepper pork broth was not as spicy but we found it to be the spiciest of the lot. We ordered the beef combo and the presentation was one of the best I've seen at hot pot. The combo arrived on a golden cow and even had a cool fog experience for the first few minutes it was on the table. Every cut of beef on that platter was a delight, especially the Wagyu. Since the platter was pretty filling we only ordered a few other items: quail eggs, skewers, noodles, and meatballs. These were good but honestly didn't compare to the wagyu from the beef platter. The wait staff were exceptionally friendly and responsive throughout our entire dinner. Their patience was notable especially when they graciously waited for us to finish our meal and didn't push us at all even though we were the last party to leave. I will definitely be back to Qiao Lin, primarily for the remarkable beef platter and the commendable service.“
“I absolutely love this place. Spendy? Yes, but the quality of this food is exceptional and clearly shows why it is spendy. I have gotten to know the staff as well as me and my family are regulars! For me, this is the only hot pot place I will go to in Seattle. I know everytime I come in I am getting a superb meal.Vegetarian options: You don't have to order meat at all. I bring vegetarian friends over and we split the pots to make sure no cross contamination, and that their soup base is vegan.“
“Absolutely love this place. The best thing is the service here, every server I have had at HaiDiLao has been amazing. There’s also free parking for 3 hours which is great. Lines are always long here but they take reservations. I love the combo deals in the morning and the cheap meats at night. I always get the mala with beef butter. Always order Napa cabbage, baby squid, Wagyu beef, beef tongue, taro, celtuce, and dumplings. Embarassed to say how often I come“
“It was amazing! We went for my brother’s birthday, and the people were so warm and welcoming! Roy was our server, and he was attentive and kind. They put on a show for the birthday boy and the birthday boy was so happy! Our new favorite hotspot spot.“
“staff are very nice and helpful, they help you cook. atmosphere is nice and clean and food is great! i got a mild spicy broth and it was soooo spicy so next time i’m gonna get extra mild. the tomato broth is good and not really spicy and the vegetables and beef are so good.“
“Went in with my parents and brother for dinner and WOW! This place is great! Good service, atmosphere is nice and the decor is a sight for sore eyes. The Dolar Shop is perfect for hotpot lovers and I recommend getting the half spicy and half creamy broth!“
“Update 2023 sep:Ordered Braised pork rice, the braised pork was so little on the top and the rice texture was so wrong. Give 4 stars cuz the flavor is alright and I wish they read this review and have better quality control. A year ago was really good.2022 reviewFoods here are SCRUMPTIOUS and v authentic Taiwanese food!! cant believe I didn’t know this place earlier!“
“Delicious hot pot in downtown Bellevue! For broths we had the house spicy and tomato. Big warning on the house spicy broth...even the "light spicy" is extremely spicy! It's very tasty but it will burn you twice if you know what I mean, especially vegetables that seem to soak up all the spicy oils. Our favorites were the beef short ribs and lamb shoulder. Fish filet was pretty good too, though I think we overcooked them. We also got Mexican shrimps that were huge but I wish they were de-veined, that was my only gripe of the meal. I really appreciated the wait staff, they were patient and explained how to order off their iPads, and gave recommendations that we enjoyed. The underground parking lot is kinda narrow and limited, so I bet it's a nightmare on busy weekends.“
“A friendly place with nice food!We ordered deep fried string beans, pepper chicken and mapo tofu, all three dishes were flavorful and good! String beans were 镬气 (iykyn) enough. Mapo tofu was savory and not too spicy, perfect to top on a bowl of rice. Pepper chicken was my favorite, chicken was crispy yet not too oily, and there were no bones so it was supper convenient to eat. We were full but still have enough food left for another meal. Definitely will come back to try other dishes.Vegetarian options: There’s a veggie section on the menu. For vegetarian that can handle some spicy, try mapo tofu and deep fried string beans! So good!“
“- Great food but no duck/pig blood-We came here tonight for the all-you-can-eat option, and I had to get on the waitlist ahead of time since they usually get busy at night. We waited for maybe 15 minutes there before we got our seats. While waiting, you can grab their complimentary snacks and enjoy if you are too hungry.You can pick two kinds of lamb and two kinds of beef for all you can eat, and we never figured out which is which lol! And for seafood and fried appetizers, they always get me a set amount no matter how many I want (which is funny). We don't really need to order 3 rounds, but I did order the golden fried bun and the fried mochi for the last round since they gave us so little each time. We were disappointed that we didn't see any duck blood or pig blood on menu since it's a must for hot pot :(! Btw, we didn't get the sauce bar as their appetizers aren't very appetizing and we aren't interested in other stuff either.I was super full afterward, and my husband skipped two meals after and lost weight :D! I got some soft serve on the way out and the texture is between soft serve and a slush haha! We later came back for their $39.99 weekday lunch combo for 2 and found the amount of food more appropriate for the two of us.“
“Had such a fantastic time at this true gem of a restaurant. Authentic Thai hot-pot and appetizers. A full bar with loads of homemade specialty cocktails . This family owned restaurant seems to offer only the freshest ingredients, and this place is a real treat for foodies!!! A+++“
“Not gonna try to be a food critic here because if you know the greater Seattle area, you know we don’t have good, quality, authentic shabu. Service was fantastic, atmosphere was clean and understated, appetizers (karaage and tuna on crispy rice) were excellent. Both shabu and sukiyaki were authentic, high quality ingredients, and came with clear and abundant options.“
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“Pipa Mountain Hot Pot (渝味晓宇重庆老火锅) offers an authentic and flavorful Chongqing hot pot experience. The diverse selection of fresh ingredients, including premium meats and vegetables, ensures a high-quality dining experience. The broth options, true to Chongqing tradition, are rich and aromatic, elevating the overall taste of the hot pot. The attentive and knowledgeable staff adds to the positive atmosphere, providing excellent service throughout the meal. With its genuine Chongqing flavors and welcoming ambiance, Pipa Mountain Hot Pot is a standout choice for those seeking an exceptional hot pot adventure.“
“This was a different restaurant before and the current restaurant relocated here about 6 months ago when we visited.Never really had Laotian food before, so we wanted to try them out. Everything on the menu sounded great, but we went just a bit out of our norm to get the full experience.Ordered the Kao Pon (chicken and pork coconut curry broth noodles), Lao pork sausage, spring rolls, and the shrimp fried rice.The Kao Pon was an automatic spicy level 2, so it might not be for everyone. We find it mild and love the flavor of the broth. Noodles were soft and soaked in the wonderful aroma and flavor from the broth. Chicken pieces in the broth were juicy and tender. The sausage had small chunks of pork, and I love the fresh chili dipping sauce, but again, it can be too spicy for some. The fried rice was great. It's pepper, and there were 6 huge shrimps! Spring tolls were fresh.We will be coming back to try out other dishes.“
“Everything you want in an authentic Chinese / Sichuan place. Huge menu, food is top tier, and you can control the spice level to your liking. Came here with a large group and ordered a lot of food - so much flavor and use of real Sichuan peppercorns.Will definitely visit again!“
“Decent price for a hot pot. I enjoyed my beef and my girlfriend got the seafood! I ordered mild but it might be too much for some when it comes to being spicy. The iced green or black tea was free unless you upgrade to large. Portion looked small and I thought I might have to ask for extra rice but it did fill us up. Glad I checked it out!“
“This food blew me away! Every single thing I ordered absolutely delicious. I had the grilled lamb, BEST I EVER HAD. Please go here, you won’t be disappointed! Just don’t go late at night. Not the best area, but the person working told me he would bring it out to my car. The area isn’t the best, but I didn’t want to leave any less than a 5-star as their food deserves the best rating!“
“Had lunch at this place before dropping my sister off at the airport. Great place to enjoy dimsum and other chinese food by the SeaTac area. It took us about 10 minutes wait to be served with our food. We ordered through a tablet. You can keep adding items to your menu anytime.We enjoyed the salad prawns. It had watermelons with it; quite refreshing. The seasoned string beans were not that good and quite flavorless; it could be a little saltier and crunchier. I have no complaints for the dim sums. The pork shao bao and shao mai is different from what I’m used to, but they are not bad.A surprisingly good one we ordered was the Singaporean style vermicelli/noodles. The flavors hit the spot! Highly recommended!!“
“Cute build your own bowl ramen shop. They let you make your own ramen bowl with tons of great toppings and you pay by the pound. They have two types of broths, tomato and beef, and you can get them spicy at different levels. I’ve only had the beef but it is really good. There is a bubble tea inside the restaurant as well. They have udon and instant ramen noodles. They have beef and different types of fish and tofu as protein choices. They also have all sorts of vegetables to choose from. There is plenty of seating inside. I would highly recommend for a lunch with friends.Vegetarian options: The meat needs to be added so you’ll be good to go.Dietary restrictions: They will accommodate any dietary restrictions that you haveParking: There is a lot in front of the place. It is small so it will fill upKid-friendliness: Restaurant is more than accommodating to kidsWheelchair accessibility: The restaurant is on the ground floor and easy for wheel chairs to access“
“The food here is good. It's not out of your world hot pot. They're also preset hot pots which can ve helpful if you're indecisive or you're bringing people who don't hotpot normally. It's also a lot easier than doing hot pot at home. The price is pretty decent for the amount of food that you get. The servers are busy, but they do a good job of giving everyone attention with turning your pots on and off but sometimes need to be flagged down. They never seem upset when flagged down. Recommend when you want soup!Warning the Taiwanese spicy is spicy. The house and seafood hot pot is basic in flavor so you're going to have to add whatever flavor you like. The milk cream curry is delicious. The 3 cup chicken and mutton are great but seasonal.“