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    HOW Pot

    4.0 (190 reviews)
    PriceyHot Pot, Barbeque
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    June D.

    I absolutely love HOW Pot it's the perfect spot if you want both hot pot and BBQ in one place. One of the best parts is how easy ordering is. You get an iPad where you can pick all your meats, veggies, noodles, and more, which makes the whole experience smooth and convenient. The sauce bar is a standout. There are tons of options, including some you don't usually see at other hot pot or KBBQ spots like fish sauce, sriracha, and hoisin. It's great if you like mixing your own flavors. They also have a lot of extras: * Unlimited canned sodas (just grab what you want) * Bottled green tea * Self-serve rice * When we went, they had a Vietnamese braised pork with egg dish that was really good * Taro sago for dessert * A freezer with Häagen‑Dazs ice cream on a stick * Even a couple arcade machines if you want something fun to do The service was awesome. The staff checked on us often and were super friendly they even took time to have conversations with us, which made the experience feel more personal. The place itself is clean and has a nice atmosphere overall. We'll definitely be back

    Sean M.

    I always avoid places that do hotpot and BBQ in one since they're often jack-of-all-trades, master of none. This place is no exception. I already wanted to leave when I saw the price ($40) was different from what my friend told me ($29.95). These are still being advertised as "soft opening" prices, but the restaurant seems to have been in soft opening indefinitely. I came on the wrong day and stayed only because it was pouring outside. From the moment we walked in, the place didn't feel very clean. Everything felt oily/greasy and sticky. We ordered the same soup base. My girlfriend's hotpot started boiling immediately, while mine barely steamed so I had to start with BBQ first. I hate doing BBQ on a piece of paper. Whoever started this trend should never be allowed to skip ads again. If a restaurant can't bother with cleaning or replacing the grill, they shouldn't offer BBQ at all. I had zero expectation for their BBQ and it was as expected. Totally skippable. 2000 years later, my broth still wasn't boiling. I called over the waiter, who discovered my pot was malfunctioning and had us switch tables. Part of our dining time was wasted because of this. Service was fast and good. On the bright side, the hotpot was much better, as that's clearly their main focus. The menu offered a good variety of options, and I especially enjoyed the appetizers and sides. That said, nothing particularly memorable about the broth or ingredients, but the more I struggled with their terrible BBQ, the more I appreciated having a decent hotpot to fall back on. After surviving the BBQ, the hotpot felt like a tiny victory even if it didn't wow me. Parking is very limited and can be a hassle. We were lucky to get one of the few spots reserved for the restaurant across the street. Not something I'd try again for $40+ and I had bad GI issues after this visit.

    Trish O.

    I had such a great experience at How Pot. If you're looking for variety and value, this place truly delivers. They offer so many options for both KBBQ and hot pot with tons of fresh vegetables, seafood, different cuts of meat, and even fruit. There's something for everyone. What really makes How Pot stand out is everything that comes with the experience. They offer desserts, slushies, other drinks, ice cream bars, and even soft serve, which makes it feel like more than just a meal. It's a full dining experience. The sauce bar is honestly the best I've seen. I wish every KBBQ place had one like this. They provide everything you need to create your own perfect dip, garlic, cilantro, sesame oil, chili oil, and so many other options. Being able to customize your sauce exactly how you like it really elevates the meal. Overall, it's absolutely worth the price for the experience. The variety, quality, and extras make it feel like you're getting so much for what you pay. I would definitely come back again.

    Yesenia G.

    Gently the food was great, however as someone who doesn't eat red meat they didn't have much options for seafoood and no chicken options at all. Despite that the broth was very tasty and the self service drinks, dessert, and sauce options were nice!

    Cinthia V.

    This was my first hotpot experience and it was pretty good overall. The staff was very kind and attentive to our needs. I thought the $40 per person price was great- seeing as you could eat as much meat and sides as you could eat. I enjoyed the variety of available things. I got the original broth, which was okay. Everything else was great! They have a station where you can add toppings to a bowl and use it to dip your meat or whatever in it. The only thing I don't really enjoy was the fact that they don't really instruct you on how to turn on your stations and when. They just gave us the menu on a tablet and told us to order.

    Colin O.

    I came here in a whim but I have to say I am glad i did. Definitely a different set up in regards to tables and stuff but i really liked it. Each person had their own little set up. We came a little later so we were a little rushes but it was good. The broth was flavorful and spicy. The meats like the gal bi and the beef belly were also tasty as was the lamb. I'll definitely be back if im ever in town again

    They even have braised pork!
    Vicky Y.

    Looked for a AYCE hot pot place on a whim & found this place! You order off an iPad like most places & the staff is super attentive and quick to bring you your items! The actual place is pretty clean + the bussers are super quick to clean up other finished tables. The current price as of today is $39.95!) They're actually AYCE hot pot + kbbq w/ a big sauce bar (with literally any type of sauce? They even have maggi and fish sauce!), included soft drink or tea, ice cream bars, slushee's, dessert + taro sago! Which was an absolute surprise bc I didn't read any of the reviews prior to coming in. They have a pretty big selection of meats for both hot pot & kbbq, as well as fried foods like fries + chicken wing and also dim sum if you're looking for that. Plus I felt that the meat was pretty good quality too! The only thing is that ai feel like they're lacking a tiiiiny bit in the vegetable department, only 4 leafy greens & one of them is lettuce (probably for the kbbq?, I'd love to see a bigger variety like a choy, broccoli .. etc) BUT all things aside, I'd totally recommend this place if you're looking for a quick and easy hot pot night w/ all the fixings.

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    Vinh M.

    Here you get dim sum, hot pot AND KBBQ all in one place, and in AYCE fashion too! Too bad I came during dinnertime around 5pm on a Friday and didn't get any dim sum for this review... or I just didn't see it when I was walking around the sauce bar :( My group of 4 got seated really fast since the place was virtually empty when we got in, though it filled up almost completely by the time we were finished eating. There's tons of tables strewn about, and K-pop was playing in the background, mostly music from TWICE. Each person gets their own hot pot and grill in front of them, and you order anything you want through a tablet, while you grab your sauces and desserts up at a self-serve bar near the back. I remember this place used to be another hot pot place, or my memory's just foggy since I don't really hit up this stretch of Chinatown very often. At the start, we all got to choose a flavor of slushie. While all my friends chose strawberry (they all said theirs was good), I got the Coke slushie, which was essentially Coke in slush form which I was pretty satisfied with. We got a variety of meats - lamb, chicken, pork belly and sausages, most of which were for our hot pots - and veggies - cabbage, enoki mushrooms, regular mushrooms, kimchi, and others. Most meats we got were for our hotpots, with only two of them being solely for the grill. As for soup bases, I got the regular house special beef soup base along with another friend, and my other two friends got their spicy mala soup base. That base made a mess of my linen shirt but I guess that's how you know they're seriously delicious, and how spicy works with almost anything here. Personal non-meat favorites were the lotus root (fresh and crunchy), the crab sticks (which fell apart easily but was tender) and enoki mushrooms. All this came to about $40 per person, which is on the pricier end but we were all full and made it worth our money. General meat quality was nothing eye-opening but it works. This is Chinatown, so parking is a doozy; street parking is advised but is hard to come across especially during peak hours. I'll come back at a later time to get their dim sum, vanilla soft serve and some of their other sides.

    Tammy L.

    This is a great all-in-one spot if you're craving both BBQ and hot pot at the same time! There are up to four grills per table, and the unlimited options make it easy to find something for everyone, drinks, meats, noodles, side dishes, and delicious ice cream. The service is quick and friendly, and the ambiance is clean and comfortable. One of my go-to spots when I can't decide what I want for dinner.

    My eating area.
    Linh N.

    Fun experiences! I came here with one of the doctors and our team. Staff dropped all the things we ordered off the iPad. Lots of choices but I wish there was more seafood and meat selections. They had lamb and pork but I couldn't have either so with only two beef selection I couldn't really complain. You get a hot pot and a kbbq plate for your choosing. I got the spicy beef mala broth and I thought it was so good. The veggies and stuff were unlimited and for the price you really cannot beat. I want to take my siblings here because it's a good deal. The space is spacious and drinks and ice cream selections were good. Also get the shrimp rolls! It's big and really packed with fillings.

    Michael F.

    Hot pot and grill in one go, decent menu options with all the important items available. Think I ate the thin sliced short rib meat the most. Even in a busy night, servers felt present and aware of us. Sauce bar is free to mix, no guide on recommendations though. Drinks included on AYCE menu are the usual sodas and bottled tea. Not the most premium of offerings but for the price they charge, this place provides plenty enough. I believe we paid $355 after tax and tip for 6 people.

    Table for two!
    Traci L.

    Wandered here during my last trip to Seattle and was pleasantly surprised with everything here! We visited on a Thursday night and while we didn't have to wait for a table, almost all the tables were filled. This is a mix of shabu AND kbbq right at your table. You order all the broth, meats, veggies, and sides on your table's iPad and they bring it to your table. We ordered quite a lot and they had a side cart to put additional food on. There was a robust sauce bar that you can mix together to create your perfect personalized dipping sauce. There's also a nice display of various fruits (we had watermelon, lychee, and grapes) and rice with braised meat. To our surprise, they even had a huge fridge of drinks (sodas, diet soda, green tea, etc). Everything was so tasty and service was excellent! At the end, they even offered soft serve ice cream cones.

    Tara H.

    Came here for lunch on a weekend. This place is an AYCE place that includes options for: dim sum, Korean bbq and hot pot items. It also includes non-alcoholic drinks, some various snacks and ice cream. The price we paid was $30 per person, which is a great deal! I enjoyed the Korean bbq the most here, they had a good amount of different choices. The dim sum is minimal, but it included what I usually get at dim sum, which are bbq pork buns and shrimp dumplings. For hot pot, you still have a few different broths to choose from and veggies. I like the system they created for your eating space, that makes it easy to enjoy everything at once. I enjoyed this place and would definitely come back here.

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    Can't go wrong with hotpot and bbq! I enjoy this combo very much. Great from groups, but just be mindful of the waitlist.

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    Minimum party size?

    No minimum, I came on a Saturday alone and they still took me. But your mileage may vary.

    Do we need a reservation to dine?

    No and they also don't take reservations

    With updated answers: Where is the free parking indicate here? Yes. called to ask the store and they…

    Called and asked. They said it was across the street from the restaurant. There is a sign with their name on it indicating where to park. It was only between 5:00pm and 11:00pm though.

    Is there a different price for kids? Is this a kid friendly place? Thanks!

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    Wood Shop BBQ - Brisket (Per Pound)

    Wood Shop BBQ

    4.4(815 reviews)
    1.3 miAtlantic
    $$

    Dining at this distinguished barbecue establishment is nothing short of a gastronomic reverie--an…read moreexperience where rustic tradition meets culinary sophistication with effortless grace. From the moment one crosses the threshold, the air itself seems perfumed with a slow‑smoked promise of delight, beckoning diners into a realm where time-honored craft reigns supreme. The brisket, a veritable masterpiece, arrives with a bark so exquisitely rendered it borders on the poetic. Each slice yields with gentle persuasion, revealing marbling that melts into a silken whisper upon the tongue. The ribs, lacquered in a glaze of subtle sweetness and smoky depth, cling tenderly to the bone, surrendering with an elegance that speaks to hours of meticulous tending over smoldering embers. Even the sides--often relegated to mere accompaniment--command admiration. The cornbread is a golden triumph, delicately crumbed yet luxuriously moist, while the collard greens possess a soulful richness that lingers like a cherished memory. And the house-made sauces, presented with almost ceremonial reverence, offer a spectrum of flavor that elevates each bite without ever overshadowing the meat's inherent artistry. Service is attentive without intrusion, delivered with a warmth that mirrors the glowing hearth at the heart of the kitchen. One leaves not merely satisfied, but genuinely moved by the harmony of craft, care, and culinary passion. In a world crowded with pretenders, this BBQ sanctuary stands as a beacon of authenticity and refinement--a place where smoke becomes symphony and every plate tells a story worth savoring.

    The best bbq in Seattle by a mile. Flavor!! Smoke!! The Mac n cheese!…read more Seriously, good!

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    Wood Shop BBQ - Front area - this is where you enter and order before grabbing a seat.

    Front area - this is where you enter and order before grabbing a seat.

    Wood Shop BBQ - Potato Salad real style.. homemade like, no mustard

    Potato Salad real style.. homemade like, no mustard

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    Outsider BBQ & Beer Garden - Brisket, ribs and jalapeño cheeder sausage with corn casserole and potato salad

    Outsider BBQ & Beer Garden

    4.2(151 reviews)
    4.2 miFremont

    I thought the Seattle area didn't really have amazing Southern BBQ until I tried the food here at…read moreOutsider! You know it's good when you pull up the establishment and they have not only a long line, but also a paper dictating what is sold out, which they update on a 10-15 minute interval. Waiting in line is the most time consuming part of this experience, as we probably waited 20-30 minutes to get to the front to place our order - which is good sign! You can definitely formulate what meats and sides you want as you get closer to the front. Parking for the restaurant is a bit difficult, I think the only options we found while visiting was streetside, and we were fortunate to find a spot only a block away. I could totally see it being impossible to find parking when it gets really busy in the area. Once you get your food, there is plenty of seating, from high tops, to booths, to tables, to outdoor seating with a fire pit. We got a good variety of items, which I'll review a couple down below: Brisket: A good brisket with a nice visible smoke ring. Similar to the pork belly, you can tell the skill of a barbecue restaurant from how their brisket is, and this brisket is delicious! Really meaty and pleasant smoke flavor. I think we did get a leaner cut of brisket as there wasn't as much fat to help with the leanness. Beef Cheek: A delicious cut of meat that melts in the mouth, and has a pleasant smokey flavor. Out of the three cuts of meat, this one was unfortunately salted the heaviest. The first couple of bites are delicious and really delicious, but it goes really overwhelming the more you eat it. If you order this, definitely get some sides to help. Pomegrante Pork Belly: A solid BBQ pork belly that has a pleasing fatty crust with a meaty interior. This is what I would consider a good baseline for a reputable barbecue restaurant. It is advertised as pomegrante pork belly, but I unfortunately wasn't able to taste any flavor of pomengrate - maybe a tiny bit in the glaze/bark but that could just be attributed to the sugar. Mac and Cheese: A pretty comforting side! bechamel sauce is really creamy and fully coats each noodle. The noodles were at the sweet spot of soft and having enough integrity to hold their shape. Cherry and Rhubarb Cobbler: Wow, this is an amazing dessert! I haven't had a cobbler where they added cardamom to the crust before, and I think it works spectacularly. The cardamom gives a nice floral taste to the crust, which is complemented by the tart and fruity filling. I think this is one of the better if not best desserts I've had a barbecue shop, and the small tweaks made were creative and delicious! In the end, I think we paid about $100 for everything you see here. Having been to a couple of BBQ places, I would say that it is pretty standard pricing. Good BBQ does take a lot of effort and it does come at a premium. Outsider BBQ is absolutely delicious - if you are looking to get some comforting food, they definitely have you covered. I would totally revisit to try their items that got sold out (missed the beef cheeks, need to try those!) the time we visited!

    I mean, it isn't BBQ from the south, but it comes close. There's typically a long time and it's not…read morefast either, so it's quite popular. You order at the front, you bring it to your table, and you bus yourself. The first time we went, we actually left but most of the items were sold out, so we came back a week later and earlier in the day. The also close quite early, around 8 or 9pm depending on the day. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, and it's communal. We got the Pitmasters that serves around 4-5 people, there was 3 of us and we ate the rest the following day. I loved the ribs and the pulled pork sandwiched between a piece of bread and a pickle was delicious.

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    Outsider BBQ & Beer Garden - Beef rib (IG: hangryforwhat)

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    Outsider BBQ & Beer Garden - Brisket, rib, pork belly, sausages, beef cheek, collard green.

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    Brisket, rib, pork belly, sausages, beef cheek, collard green.

    Jack's BBQ - SoDo - Brisket

    Jack's BBQ - SoDo

    3.9(1.1k reviews)
    2.2 miIndustrial District
    $$

    Absolutely stellar experience. My wife and I decided to eat here for my birthday since it is a…read moretradition of mine to eat BBQ on my (March 15th) birthday. Not only was this the best birthday BBQ experience I've had in years, Jacks went out of their way to make sure my special day was exactly that! The server Michael was incredibly kind and welcomed us very warmly. When he found out it was our first time there, he went above and beyond to give us the rundown of what Jacks is and does well (spoiler, everything!) - And then when he found out it was my birthday he really made me and my wife feel special, including offering us a little tour of the smokers in the back after our meal was over, which was amazing!! And all of this wouldn't even matter as much if the food didn't hit - but HOLY SMOKES - can easily say this was THE BEST BBQ I have ever had in Seattle, by miles!! Everything we got was heavenly! The loaded fries with beef bacon and queso was a highlight but "the trinity" was phenomenal as well! On top of all of that, the place has such an awesome vibe and aura- Texas BBQ through and through! Overall I can't speak highly enough of Michael and the rest of the staff at Jacks, not even a week later and we were already back for seconds and the food was just as great! Fantastic experience all around, can't recommend enough!

    Let's face it; Seattle is not a BBQ town. Most BBQ restaurants are simply caricatures of the places…read morewe BBQ fans love in places like Memphis, OKC, Biloxi, and El Paso. Happily, the folks at Jack's BBQ have done their homework, and this establishment is a happy outlier. THE ROSES: Ample parking. Dining space is roomy and comfortable with a genuine (not Disneyfied) West Texas ambience. Clean restrooms and competent staff. The BBQ is the Real Deal. Perfectly smoked meats prepared with care. This stuff doesn't need sauce, even though bottles of regular and spicy house-made BBQ is available for those who want it. Diners have their choice of a lot of creative sides. THE THORNS: A little spendy. The bottom line is that BBQ may have once upon a time been the cuisine of the Poors, but not any more. Good BBQ is labor-intensive, and doesn't come cheap. THE VERDICT: Seattle still isn't a BBQ town, but Jack's BBQ is about as close as you're probably going to get to real down-south BBQ in this town. Recommend!

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    Jack's BBQ - SoDo - RibEye cooked perfectly

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    Brileys BBQ & Grill

    Brileys BBQ & Grill

    4.3(975 reviews)
    9.7 mi
    $$

    Brileys is a bit of a trek from Redmond so I made sure on a recent trip to Lake City to stop in and…read moretry it. Perfect lunch combo, brisket sandwich with a side of beans. Wouldn't change a thing. With all the complaining about prices I was shocked to see that they are printed on the menu board for all to say, in advance of placing your order. So I remain confused about how you agree to the price, order it, and then publicly complain about the price.

    Ok. This was actually my first time ordering their dorfman platter, which comes w two different…read morehalf pound meats + a piece of bacon + two sides. It was also my first time trying their sliced brisket, pork ribs, bacon and collard greens (also ordered their corn bread). Brah... I have no words. Now I'm a fellow big back foodie and I had just gotten off a shift at work so I was HUNGRY. Well, I prob ate like half of the platter before realizing I was full. Like full. So even though the platter was twice as expensive as the sandwich/side combos I normally get here, you're essentially also getting 2+ meals out of a single item. The pork ribs and sliced brisket were sooo good w their spicy bbq sauce and corn bread. The collard greens were aight. I'd prob stick to their sweet potato fries or hush puppies next time. I also want to try their brisket chili one day. It's just hard to deviate from sides I already know I like haaha. Anyways, yeah. Brah. I'll stay saying Briley's is such an awesome bbq joint in north seattle!

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    Brileys BBQ & Grill - Seating area

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    Brileys BBQ & Grill - Rock Dawg sandwich - chopped brisket topped with cole slaw, gumbo & IPA. So smoky, tender and delicious.

    Rock Dawg sandwich - chopped brisket topped with cole slaw, gumbo & IPA. So smoky, tender and delicious.

    Brileys BBQ & Grill

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    Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering - Sliders, Mac and cheese, and Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering

    4.4(306 reviews)
    3.1 miColumbia City, Mount Baker
    $$

    A co-worker took me here for his going away lunch. I got the ribs and mac and cheese. I would give…read morethe ribs a 4 out of 5. They were tender, juicy and meaty. But the Mac & Cheese was a 10 out of 5. Yes you heard me right a 10 out of 5. This was the best Mac & Cheese I've ever had in my life and I've had my fair share. I wish I could make a big batch of this for myself at home. This place isn't cheap but if the food is good it's all good to me. I will definitely be back. I plan on bringing my dad next time. So I can see the look on his face when he tries this Mac & Cheese!

    Been wanting to check out Lil Red's for awhile dad and I stopped by this past Saturday after…read moreheading home from a visit to a gallery near Beacon Hill. Definitely want to come back cause had a hard time deciding what to get. We got the Jerk Chicken plate with greens and macaroni and cheese sides, and 1/4 pound of the burnt ends. I do remember people saying great thing ls about the burnt ends and the were spot on they were tender, chef lets you sauce them up there is a regular and spicy. Jerk chicken was tender and nice spices. I liked the texture and flavor of the greens, not usually a mac and cheese person but this was nice as well. A few seats inside, we found street parking easily. Nothing fancy space wise but welcoming and supportive of the community Service was friendly and helpful. Definitely will be back to try more of the menu like the oxtail.

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    Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering
    Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering - Oxtail meal and Burnt Ends

    Oxtail meal and Burnt Ends

    Lil Red’s Takeout and Catering - Cornbread pudding, Mac n cheese, pork fried rice, plantains, burnt ends, pulled pork

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    Cornbread pudding, Mac n cheese, pork fried rice, plantains, burnt ends, pulled pork

    Niku Feast Yakiniku

    Niku Feast Yakiniku

    4.3(446 reviews)
    8.6 miHaller Lake
    $$$

    Really good quality for meat for an ayce. Love the marbling of the wagyu…read more Service is great! We did come at an off time so there's that but I see that it can get busy at times. Servers were always checking up on us and refilling our drinks. Restaurant is inside the Asian Grocery market but the restaurant itself looks very modern. I gave it a 4 stars because I wish the appetizers and hot/ cold food bar is better. The selections are nice but tastes mid. If they can make it taste better then would rate it 5 stars.

    I was really disappointed with my experience at Niku this time…read more The restaurant wasn't overwhelmingly busy, but two servers were very disrespectful to our table - and on top of that, we were even overcharged by about $60. One of them walked over and very casually threw out a "last call," without explaining how many minutes were left or checking whether we wanted to order anything else. Everyone at our table was caught off guard. It felt like we were being rushed to finish and pushed out, which made things really awkward and gave us a sense of being treated differently from other guests. If the goal was to manage the floor or control timing, the very least they could've done was explain it clearly: something like "You have X minutes left for last orders" or "We close at X time," instead of dropping one vague line and walking away, leaving guests to guess what's going on. When guests feel respected and in a good mood, we naturally order more and tip better. But when the attitude is poor and we feel rushed, it doesn't matter that the extra money isn't going directly into those servers' pockets - it just makes people not want to come back at all. 这次在 Niku 的用餐体验真的非常失望。 整晚不是店里忙不过来,而是有两位服务生对我们非常不尊重,甚至多charge了我们$60刀。 他们走到我们桌前,语气很敷衍地丢下一句"last call",完全没有说明还剩几分钟、也没有确认我们是不是还需要再点。整桌人都被说愣了,只觉得好像是被"赶单""赶人",气氛非常尴尬,也让我们感到被区别对待的感觉。 如果你们真的是为了控场或时间安排,最基本也要说明清楚:"还有 X 分钟可以最后点单""我们几点关店"之类,而不是轻飘飘一句话就走人,让客人自己去猜。 客人心情好、感受到被尊重,大家自然愿意多点一些、给更好的小费;态度差、让客人觉得被赶,钱也不是进那两个服务生自己口袋,最后只会让大家不想再来。

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    Niku Feast Yakiniku - Peak of our environment :)

    Peak of our environment :)

    Niku Feast Yakiniku - A5 Wagyu Rib Eye!!!

    A5 Wagyu Rib Eye!!!

    Niku Feast Yakiniku - Pork Jowl and something else :)

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    Pork Jowl and something else :)

    Friendship Foods BBQ - Pan-Fried Stinky Tofu

    Friendship Foods BBQ

    4.6(247 reviews)
    8.8 miHaller Lake
    $$

    Love this place. Second time coming here and it never disappoints. This is authentic Chinese bqq…read moreand they have so many amazing skewers and dishes to choose from. We got their new menu items which was the sauerkraut hot pot with pork and it was super refreshing and delicious. Perfectly paired with the bqq skewers. They are also doing promo when you spend 88$, you get a plate of shrimp for free! The service is really fast and super nice. Great for late night eats and hanging with friends.

    Legend has it that tens of thousands of years ago, our ancestors lived by eating raw meat and…read moredrinking blood. One day, lightning struck a tree, causing a massive forest fire that killed many animals. Our ancestors then discovered that cooked meat tasted much better than raw meat. This is why roast meat has always been regarded as an important part of the human diet. Today I gathered with friends and chose this barbecue restaurant. It's located north of Redmond, with a prominent sign and plenty of parking. Ambiance: The decor is creative, but it feels quite contradictory. Barbecue is inherently a very "Jianghu" (lively, rough-and-tumble) kind of thing, yet the restaurant leans toward an artistic, literary style. When I used to run my own restaurant, I followed a principle: avoid anything unrelated to the core dining experience. Seeing many books on the shelves here, I understand they're trying to bridge Jianghu and artistry -- but it clearly feels out of place. That said, the place is very clean, and the stickers/decorations are festive. Service: My high rating for this restaurant is largely based on the service. After we sat down, we were given free appetizers -- braised peanuts, which tasted great. The staff training is very professional, whether it's taking orders, making recommendations, attending to us during the meal, or checking on tables and refilling water. All excellent. Taste: Jianghu-style cuisine is characterized by boldness, satisfaction, and not sweating the small details. We ordered spicy hot pot (Malatang), spicy hot pot skewers, grilled beef, lamb, chicken gizzards, oysters, and many other items. First, the Malatang and spicy skewers tasted almost identical, so it felt like eating the same thing. The grilled skewers were just average -- neither good nor bad. The oysters were very tasty. However, the shrimp in the spicy skewers were very unfresh, which was disappointing. "By the way, the prices at 'Friendship Skewers' are anything but friendly -- I think it's quite overpriced overall."

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    Friendship Foods BBQ - Here on 9/10/24

    Here on 9/10/24

    Friendship Foods BBQ - Garlic Oysters

    Garlic Oysters

    Friendship Foods BBQ - Beef Tendon, Chives

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    Beef Tendon, Chives

    Hole In the Wall BBQ - Hot link sausage and smoked meatloaf, with cornbread

    Hole In the Wall BBQ

    4.3(296 reviews)
    0.2 miPioneer Square
    $

    A classic lunch spot in Pioneer Square for good reason. This is probably one of the most reasonable…read moreBBQ prices for value I've seen in Seattle. While it's not the best BBQ, it gets the job done with great service and prices especially when you're craving it and in the neighborhood. I had the lipstick sandwich, which I got with beef brisket, and also comes with coleslaw, dill pickle, and mustard BBQ as toppings. The meat was tasty, and the toppings were well balanced. The bread was pretty standard as well. What really impressed me was the cornbread. It hit the perfect cornbread notes to my preferences - really rich, buttery, almost melt-in-your-mouth texture with prominent butter-corn notes. Seriously one of the best cornbreads I've had in my life! And such a great value at the way its priced, like the rest of the menu. Definitely check it out, if anything grab a piece of their cornbread.

    This is a very very low for star. I actually had higher expectations of this place but was pretty…read moredisappointed. The place is pretty small but busy. They have a few seatings but not much and it can get cramped. Foodwise: Brisket sandwich: pretty good, the brisket was soft and flavorful. It's simple but satisfying Pork ribs salad: pork had barely meat on it, it wasn't tender and kinda bland, you definitely need the sauce. The salad was a bit much in terms of dressing. I wish they had the dressing on the side so I can put as much as I want. They were nice and gave us 3 ribs though instead of 2. Chili: came with chips. Pretty standard nothing special. Overall, it's a pretty average place. The service was good though. The people are super nice and price is good as well.

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    Hole In the Wall BBQ - Outside

    Outside

    Hole In the Wall BBQ - I haven't ordered the meatloaf, pulled pork, and a very delicious bowl of chili, so good!

    I haven't ordered the meatloaf, pulled pork, and a very delicious bowl of chili, so good!

    Hole In the Wall BBQ - 2 Meat Combo Plate (sausage and ribs) with cornbread

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    2 Meat Combo Plate (sausage and ribs) with cornbread

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