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    Chiho Bistro

    4.3 (413 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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    Cucumber Wood Ear Salad
    Tiffany H.

    The truffle soup dumpling is the best soup dumpling I've ever had, which is saying a lot because I've been on a journey to try every dumpling house in the area. The dumplings are so fresh and soupy. They bring out dipping sauce but to be honest it takes away from the delicious truffle flavor so try at least one on its own. The cucumber wood ear mushroom salad is a bit spicier than most places I've tried but it's not a bad thing! I really like the seasoning that they use to marinate the cucumber. I would 100% recommend both dishes. The only bad thing about this place is the parking it's a bit of a fight to find a spot in the area but I think the food is well worth it

    Fish Fillet In Szechuna Chili Oil
    Tanaya N.

    Dumplings and Sichuan cuisine together! Win win !! Loved the food and the vibe. Everything was super tasty and delicious. Chicken soup dumplings were the best. Service was good too. Lots of variety for vegan and vegetarian folks. Definitely recommend.

    Charlene C.

    We've come here twice and had a great time both times! If you're looking for a Taiwanese place with dishes similar to Din Tai Fung but more affordable, more authentic, and less pretentious, Chiho is definitely your place. Their mixed basket xiaolongbao is super fun and all the flavors were great, but you can't go wrong with the classic pork. The beef noodle soup is my personal favorite, but the Dan Dan noodles were probably a close second. Definitely a place people should check out, whatever you order I'm sure you'll have a good time

    Fish blossom
    Richa T.

    We came here for lunch the other day and the food was absolutely fantastic! Pros: + Fish Blossom - cooked to perfection. The perfect thing to halt the sweet and spicey cravings + Tons of vegan options - they do not have a special vegan menu printer, but they can make a lot of their dishes plant based. Take a look online at their vegan section + Friendly Service + Reasonable Parking Cons: NA IG: AndTheNextAdventureBegins

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    Timothy H.

    Great ambiance for this restaurant! Inside is very nicely decorated. It's also very clean and organized and has nice lighting. It would be a nice place for a date or a celebration. Unfortunately, the food was pretty average to me. We had their chow mein and fried rice and both were only okay. To be honest, their fried rice was one of my least favorite Chinese fried rice I tried in Seattle. The amount of protein was very small too. Maybe just 2 oz of meat? The fried rice was decently salty and overcooked/moist. I liked the chow mein more. It was tasty and sweet and the prawns were soft and fresh. The service was good. The server answered any questions we had and the food didn't take long to make.

    HK style honey roast duck
    Timothy L.

    More modernized Chinese food with American Chinese, Cantonese, and some Sichuanese dishes! I came here with a friend and they had a pretty good happy hour! We got their dandan noodles (happy hour), mala soup dumplings (happy hour), mixed basket soup dumplings, honey walnut shrimp, and honey roast duck. My favorite was absolutely the mala soup dumplings it totally slapped! Everything tasted really good so no complaints!

    Chicken fried rice
    Niki J.

    I want to preface this my saying, I bet it's better when you dine in. I ordered delivery and was a little disappointed by the dumplings coming in a paper container instead of plastic, like the fried rice I ordered. There was a loss of juice in the soup dumplings, flavor was still really good. The fried rice was really good as well. I was kinda sad I didn't receive any sauces with my order. No soy sauce, so chili oil. My overall delivery experience would have been better if the dumplings came in a better container. I would have appreciated the rice in the paper and the dumplings in plastic or a aluminum take out container and some sauces, because I had none at the place I had them delivered to.

    Fish blossom
    Yuchen Z.

    Atmosphere: a really pretty decorated little spot in downtown Seattle. Service: fast and friendly service Food: our group wanted to try just throw everything on the menu so we try to get a large variety of everything. The only thing that was out was the roasted duck and that was kind of disappointing, but we were able to get just about everything else we wanted. We really liked all the stirfry and the fish dish and all the buns. They even had vegetarian options, though I would not recommend the vegetarian options if I was not a vegetarian. The noodle dishes were all really yummy as well. I think the highlight was the fried fish dish.

    Pork xlb
    Jane A.

    ALTERNATIVE DTF (4 stars) - FOOD: Very good Chinese food - PRICES: Fair - SERVICE: ok but felt kind of rushed - AMBIANCE: Inside was a bit outdated and tacky for a Belltown restaurant I haven't hung out in Belltown in a long time but I always like eating in the area. When you want soup dumplings but you don't want to go to DTF, you can come here for the alternative. Their menu has more offerings and their soup dumplings pretty good. :: JUDGE THOSE DUMPLINGS :: Handmade dumplings! We all know any xlb will be compared to DTF dumplings. Soupiness - very soupy. Texture - close enough, thin, no hard top, and easy to puncture. Doe it have the 18 folds, probably not but good enough. Flavor - flavorful. PORK XLB - yum. yes, order. Tasted like typical XLB, not the best but good enough. WAGYU BEEF SOUP XLB - good. not sure what's so special. Reminded me of fine ground beef with some pieces of tendon or fat from time to time (that I was not a fan of). :: NOODZ :: Stir fry Chow Mein Noodles with Prawns - greasy but not overly greasy. good flavor. The prawns were de-pooped and cooked well. Flavor was tasty, I couldn't stop eating the noodles even when full. Until the next review....

    Seasonal vegetable - green beans (Insta: @badtothebite)
    Khanh H.

    I have frequented Chiho a couple of times but this is by far the best visit. Kaka our server was amazing with recommendations and the service. Right at open they were extremely busy so you know this place is good! They have everything you could want on a menu so there is something for everyone. What we got and the combination was so good, no notes. Get this exact order Crab rangoons (with real crab!!) Mixed basket of dumplings Roasted duck Typhoon friend prawns (crunchy garlic + onion heaven) Dan Dan noodles Green beans 100% will be back, portion sizes were amazing and made great leftovers!

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    Jared W.

    There's so many restaurants in Belltown so I'm happy when I get to try a new one out. Came here with a friend and loved the inside. The coloration and decorations made for a good vibe. We were seated immediately. I decided to go with a Prawn Chow Mein dish. I was surprised by the large portion! The noodle part of the dish was great and very tasty. The prawns themselves were cooked well but were slightly lacking in flavor. Our server was quick and helpful and was knowledgeable in answering our questions. If you're in the area, it's worth checking out this place.

    Yucy J.

    Came here as a group of 5, and we all thought it was pretty delicious. Our favourite, unanimously, was the crab soup dumplings. Staff were friendly too. Also we really liked the mapo tofu.

    Rachel S.

    For me the food was just okay. We ordered the Black Truffle Wagyu Fried Rice, Mixed Basket Xiao Long Bao(7), Spicy wagyu beef noodle soup & Half Hong Kong Style Honey Roast Duck. I did like the Black Truffle Wagyu Fried Rice & Spicy wagyu beef noodle soup. Service was fast, ambience feels inviting and fun.

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    Ask the Community - Chiho Bistro

    Does this restaurant have a parking lot?

    No, just street parking but on 3rd Av, you have several public parking lots.

    Are dogs really allowed here? It's tagged that way, but it also says no outdoor seating and it's not clear from the pictures either.

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    Sichuanese Cuisine

    Sichuanese Cuisine

    4.0
    (789 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    We first went to the 老四川 in Seattle before our son was born. He'll be 36 years old this year, so…read moreyes he's a horse. I had lived in Beijing for 8 years and spoke pretty good mandarin for a 老外 so I ordered for us. Our waitress, one of two sisters who ran the place, I call her 陈大姐, said to me, Wow, you can speak Chinese! You must be very smart! I replied, You must be very smart. You can speak Chinese! At first she didn't know what to say but then laughed. It was the beginning of a lovely relationship. However since the pandemic we had not been back. Perhaps yesterday we were in the spirit of celebrating the Spring Festival. We decided to go there. What a great choice! 陈大姐 by coincidence was working. She retired years ago. (Her sister opened another 老四川 in Bellevue but unfortunately has since passed away.) 陈大姐 immediately recognized us. She remembered our son and other family members who often joined us there. It felt like old friends getting together again. Unfortunately my wife and I were the only ones in our little group. It's better to have more people so you can order more dishes. We only got 4 dishes, 宫保鱼, 椒盐虾,干煸四季豆, 夫妻肺片。Gong bao fish, salt and pepper shrimp, green beans and "husband and wife lung strips"! Actually that's a beef and tendon appetizer. Everything tasted just like we remember. Well, the fish dish was wetter than before but still tasty. Flavors are authentic but a little toned down from the Sichuan food in China and in a few other local restaurants. The main flavor of Sichuan cuisine is 麻辣 or spicy numbing. It's not really so hot as it is numbing. Your lips tingle. Most people who didn't grow up with this aren't big fans. Their 水煮肉 or 水煮鱼 comes pretty close though. Leftovers with either of those and leftover rice plus whatever make the very best 烩饭, huifan! Just boil it. We arrived there early and there were just a few other customers eating. And they left soon after. So it was just us and a steady stream of delivery drivers coming in to pick up food to go. I would consider ordering on line like that but this food doesn't hold up well over the distance to our home. Although the interior had been remodeled since our last visit, the decor is fairly stark. Combine that with the location in a strip mall on the corner of Jackson and 12th, which has seen better days, ambience isn't a real draw. However if what you want is a very good meal at reasonable prices then you should go to the Sichuanese Cuisine restaurant in Seattle. (I prefer it to the one in Bellevue.) Too bad you probably won't get to meet 陈大姐。Now that we know the food is still great, we will return.

    This place is so good. We have ordered an alarming amount of food from here and crave it even more…read more We love the black bean chicken (savory and not spicy) and the salt and pepper crispy tofu (gets you sweaty and happy) but there hasn't been a single thing we have disliked (although the pepper chicken made me physically ill from the spice afterward, which was still worth it). Even the broccoli dish was savory and perfectly cooked. The heat in the spicy dishes is amazing and inspired us to get a sichuanese cookbook and ingredients to *try* to make anything as good at home. I have never experienced take out I like this much.

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    Szechuan Noodle Bowl

    Szechuan Noodle Bowl

    4.1
    (379 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Szechuan Noodle Bowl is definitely an unassuming, no-frills type of restaurant. I probably would've…read moreoverlooked this place if I hadn't already been made aware of it through the positive Yelp reviews I read during my research for a Seattle itinerary. Since it is a small establishment, I am a bit hesitant to give it three stars, but it was underwhelming compared to what I had expected after reading rave reviews. The inside was very welcoming to me; it was homey, giving similar vibes to my grandma's home/kitchen. There is very limited seating. FOOD: The food is definitely fresh and authentic, but I think I just prefer stronger, bolder flavors. The food here was very light and had a sort of healthy taste to it? Pan Fried Dumplings (3.5/5) - The fried dumpling skin had a nice texture to it, and the filling was juicy. It was okay; I didn't have strong feelings about it. Pork and Chive Dumplings with Hot and Spicy Sauce (3/5) - From the name, I was expecting a stronger flavor. The sauce was on a milder, vinegary side, so I was rather disappointed. Xiao Long Bao (4/5) - Juicy and came out piping hot (as reflected by the steam blurring my photos of it). Probably my favorite thing from what we ordered. Would've paired nicely with some ginger, but I forgot to ask if that was available. Szechuan Beef Noodle with Soup (3/5) - A cleaner, slightly herbal type of broth compared to what I am used to. SERVICE: The person helping us was nice. I don't know if they were having an off day, but it took a really long time for us to receive our food, despite it not being busy. The prices and portions here are really reasonable. Note that they only take cash or Venmo payments. TLDR// Being transparent, I found this place to be a bit underwhelming, but maybe I came in with too high of expectations. I would still recommend trying it to see if it's your cup of tea. It's always worth supporting local businesses.

    Mom and pop type Chinese restaurant. It was pretty small with limited seating but I liked the vibe…read moreof the restaurant. Service was kind of slow though and it took us a while to order and get our food Szechuan beef noodle with soup (#13): 4/5 XLB (#11a): 4/5 I liked this but it wasn't super notable Pork and chive dumpling w/ hot and spicy sauce (#5): 3.5/5 I liked the flavor but it wasn't super strong Pan fried dumplings (#12a): 4/5 pretty juicy on the inside

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    Chengdu Memory

    Chengdu Memory

    4.4
    (652 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    10/10 Hotpot! This…read moreis an authentic Chinese Hotpot. Everything is a-la-carte but trust me, you'll get a good filling for the value. Impressed with the service and all the free amenities offered to you lol but ultimately the hotpot experience was amazing. The pork broth was our favorite if you don't like spicy! The inside was decorated and setup like an oriental room with a bunch of hotpot tables. They're meant to share so bring your friends / family. Would highly recommend.

    Chengdu Memory specializes solely in hot pot. And that's exactly what you get. Not much in the way…read moreof ambiance or service. Just DIY hot pot. Customers are primarily Chinese. They know what they want and expect. You might be taken aback if that's not you. You probably should make a reservation. Parking is available in the lot next door but you must park in spots for the restaurant. Otherwise you'll get a big fine. You have to ask for a piece of paper to put in your car on the dashboard. You will be led to a table by a no nonsense person. Each table has a place for the pot filled with whichever soup you choose to cook your food in. Ordering is done on a iPad. Straight forward, again if you know what you're doing. Otherwise just ask questions and take your time. Choosing meats is simple. Pork and lamb are my favorite. Meats come sliced very thin and rolled up and placed on wooden rings that surround the hot pot. Good luck choosing the other items. Green vegetables, tofu, noodles, turnips and dried tofu rolls to name a few. I personally stay away from the coagulated pig blood. After you type in your order, go to the self serve bar. There are plates there if you don't already have them at your table. It's near the front with various salads and other snacky items, such as peanuts. Somethings to enjoy before the hot pot is ready. You also will concoct your own dipping sauce from the several choices of ingredients available. People usually combine four or five different kinds. You can always go back later and try different combinations. Also there are small cans of sesame oil that I like to add to my sauce. A server will bring the very hot pot of soup you asked for. Let it return to a boil. Using chopsticks pick up one or two rolls of meat and wave them around in the boiling soup for just a few seconds until the meat changes color to gray. Dip it in your sauce and eat. Repeat. Gradually the soup will take on flavor from all the meat you cook. Add some of this other things you ordered. I usually cook leafy greens and noodles later. Take your time. It seems like you are eating more than you actually are. Payment is at the end because you might choose to order more food to cook.

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    Pipa Mountain Hot Pot

    Pipa Mountain Hot Pot

    4.4
    (150 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$$

    Came here on a Wednesday night and the place was literally empty. We were greeted and seated right…read moreaway of course. Our server was really nice and provided refills quickly, as well as offered to put in more broth. The sauce bar is pretty good. There are some appetizers there too. We got the lamb and beef combo, as well as pork belly. All of them tasted great. Ambience is really nice. Very nicely decorated. It does make me really sad to see such a great restaurant sit so emptily, likely due to its location.

    First time trying. Went late afternoon on a Sunday. Plenty of tables available. Several tables…read morewere full with patrons. We ordered the lamb & beef combo, mixed veggies. Selected the healthy mushroom broth and the pork bone broth. Both were just okay not a lot of flavor, but not too salty. We both got the sauce bar too. Also included some chicken feet, a Thai chicken gizzards and celery dish, fungus, two different kinds of soup, and cantaloupe and grapes. You can go up to the sauce bar Unlimited times. Restaurant was tidy and clean, service was very good and cordial Free parking for two hours on the 3rd floor, but a bit sketchy. The restaurant is on level 2c. Kind of hard to find cause the over the door signage says Bite of China in big letters and Pipa Mountain Hot pot in small print Food was okay portion size of meat combo was generous. Might go back again.

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    Frying Lemon Fish

    Frying Lemon Fish

    4.5
    (180 reviews)
    26.2 mi

    Overall, the food was delicious and we enjoyed our service there…read more I personally enjoyed the spicy sichuan sauce on the side! Clean bathrooms!

    The positive part was the sweet and sour chicken was still very warm when it reached my house…read more The vegetable chow mein was not. It is a huge portion but it is completely devoid of any flavor whatsoever. Usually onions add something but that did not help. I don't know how you can mess up noodles but no one in my family would eat them and there is one person in my family that will manage to eat almost anything and they refused. The sweet and sour chicken was drowning in sauce even though we asked more than once for the sauce to be on the side. We liked the bell peppers and onions in the sauce. The chicken pieces were of decent size. I did not care for the sauce. The white rice was well made and fluffy. The rice was probably the best part of the dish. About an hour later, we ended up throwing up the food. A complete waste of $31 dollars (which is pricey for what was supposed to be a lunch special). Also, vegetable chow mein and chicken chow mein is the same price which we found out after we had paid. Lunch is pictured and mention to include soup BUT you only get soup if you dine in. The place looked clean the the people seemed friendly. We may give them one more chance bc of the friendly service.

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