The spicy broth was proper spicy and excellent! Tip: Two chillies was more than spicy enough and I'm usually good with spice.

The service and offerings and Qiao Lin are unrivaled! One of the best hotpot spots in Seattle. Noah was the best!!! read more

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Authentic Chinese hotpot in downtown Seattle. Spicy soup is the best. Serve until late night.

Our group came here since it's right next to our hotel. After we were seated, our server Noah explained in detail what the options were, how much food we should order, and what some of his favorites were. It was very useful since most of us hadn't tried hot pot before or it had been a long time. Given how many menu options there are, Noah helped to narrow the choices down for us. He also recommended some other side dishes for us to get that we could enjoy while our food cooked. After ordering, we went to the condiment bar to make the dipping sauce for the meats that we'd cook in the different broths. Read the ingredient lists above the bar to make one of the standard dipping sauces or mix and match ingredients using your creativity. Although the broths infuse a lot of flavor to the meat, the dipping sauce you choose will enhance the flavor of the meats. Don't skip doing this. The meats and veggies came out quickly. Since we were a big party, they gave us individual wire baskets that we could cook with. Also very helpful to prevent folks from having to fish out their stuff Everything was pretty tasty. When we ran out of some stuff, Noah was quick to show up and offer to get us more. I highly recommend eating hot pot here. Food is good and Noah provided excellent service. Bravo! read more

This hot pot is conveniently located at the same building as grand Hyatt and when we came around late lunch time we were seated right away. We tried the chicken and tomatoe broth and we really liked it. All the food we ordered came right away and quality was good. The service was good and nice as well. There is hadildo nearby so if you don't want to pay over and don't want to wait I highly recommend here more. read more

Qiao Lin Hot Pot was absolutely amazing! Everything from the quality of the food to the overall experience exceeded our expectations. The hot pot broths were delicious, and we loved the sauce bar and mini appetizer station, it was such a nice touch. My favorite was the shrimp paste. It was fresh, flavorful, and a must order! We also tried the Wagyu meat variety. While the quality was excellent, it was way more meat than our family could finish. Next time, we'll definitely stick with the à la carte options so we can try a bigger variety of items. The seafood platter was absolutely worth ordering and was one of the highlights of our meal. Great food, great selection, and a fun dining experience overall. The service was top notch! Noah was very friendly, attentive and made sure we had everything we needed during the whole dining experience. Highly recommend Qiao Lin Hot Pot, and we'll definitely be back the next time we're in Seattle! read more

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Great place, great food, amazing service! If you like hotpot, this place is a great one. read more

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I've been to Qiao Lin in Chicago and was excited to see it was also in Seattle and the quality definitely still exceeds my expectations! We did a split pot with the pepper pork and golden chicken with collagen. Both were amazing and super flavorful- didn't even need sauce! We also got the flat iron beef which was my favorite protein, mushroom meadley, bean curd, Napa, bamboo shoots, tong ho, fish and tofu. Honestly can't go wrong with anything here since the quality is really fresh. Don't forget to get the fresh noodles to end the meal!! read more

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The service was very quick and easy. Amazing food and quality! Definitely will be back again! read more

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I'm visiting from out of town, so I am always looking good places to eat! Out of all the hotpot places I've been to here, this might the spot that I'll be visiting again. Food was solid. There was a plethora of food options and broth to choose from. I appreciate that they don't charge extra for their additional broths (you can choose up to 3). Their golden chicken broth was soooo my fave! The restaurant was spacious and the whole vibe was awesome!! Our server Noah was the ABSOLUTE best!! Customer service makes up half the experience and he honestly made our night. He was quick, knowledgeable, and attentive with a very position attitude. Good way to end Sunday evening!! read more

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My new favorite à la carte hotpot spot! Came here on a Friday evening with reservations and was greeted and seated right away. The overall ambiance is very clean, modern, with good music playing. One thing I noticed however is that there were very many unbussed tables in there. We ordered three broths and various meats. I like how you can get literally three different broths and not be charged extra lol. My favorite was the Thai tom yum. The tom yum flavor was subtle, but good. Each meat was absolutely incredible. My favorite one was by far the freshly cut short ribs. It was sooo good, buttery sort of, and melt in your mouth. The sauce bar was good too, I like how the sauce bar wasn't an extra charge as well. Only things I wasn't a fan of is how hot it was in the restaurant. I was sweating so much lol. Also I wasn't a big fan of the appetizer options they had, but the desserts were solid. Definitely coming back! read more

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Really like this place. The spicy pot is very spicy even the lowest level I love it! Great selection of meat and service was great! read more

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This was the pinnacle of hot pot experiences and we will most certainly be back. Our server, Noah, was amazing!! He treated us like royalty and had literally anything we could have needed. Even a hair tie to borrow while I was slurping broth. The food was fresh and the broths were delicious, and the whole experience was tied together and set to our pace by our excellent server. Noah, you're a rockstar, thanks so much! read more

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The food was so good! The atmosphere is lovely and the decor is super fitting for the amazing time we had. The service was quick and the food came faster, I definitely recommend ordering some of the taro swans read more

Qiao Lin Hotpot - Seattle - Egg fried rice, 1 meter pork, Tiger milk tea, taro swans and some fried 11.Bean Curd Stick - Hot Pot Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The food is delicious, and we really enjoyed it. They serve an authentic spicy Sichuan broth, and the staff is very friendly and attentive. If you like traditional Sichuan flavors, I highly recommend giving this place a try. read more

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Literally everytime I come to Seattle, I stay at the Grand Hyatt so I get convenient access to this hot pot place! Broths- I love the golden chicken broth, it's super hearty and it just feels good to sip on this! The last time I was here I was pretty sick, so this broth brought me back to life. I also really fancy the mushroom broth, super umami and flavorful Meats- short rib 1000/10 this is my favorite meat from this spot, you really taste the quality and it truly melts in your mouth! It's not super thin like paper and it still has a good chew to it. This is a must get meat! flat iron 8/10 still high quality and it's a classic meat for hotpot! they give you lots and it's affordable for a good sized portion of meat Sauce bar- they have a variety of sauce condiments, sides, and a small dessert bar which is awesome! This is an additional fee but so worth it Chinese donuts- this is a must order side dish I always get, dip it in the golden chicken broth sauce and it's the perfect bite. They make it fresh and I love when it's piping hot and crispy and the perfect amount of oil that coats your lips they also have candy you can grab on your way out! a bonus and must grab. Love this place honestly and I live in the Bay Area, home of amazing Chinese hot pot so for me to rate this high is a great sign LOLOL read more

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One of my favorite hot pot places in Seattle! My favorite hotpot base ever is from Qiaolin and it is the Golden Chicken Collagen Broth -- it is healthy and so flavorful and rich! I also love getting their meter beef combo because it is reasonably priced. Their sauce bar is also great because not only does it offer just sauces, it has small delicious desserts and appetizers as well! Our server Noah was also such an amazing and attentive server that he took care of all of our needs from aprons, hair ties to clarifying the menu for us. Would absolutely come back again whenever I'm in downtown! read more

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Food - High quality, well presented meats and veggies. A nice selection of soup bases that are well balanced. Free ice cream included and sauce bar included. Sauce bar sometimes has good cream puffs. Next to the sauce bar is a snack bar so if you're feeling snackish while waiting for your pot to heat up, you can grab some. Service - Always fairly fast service and you order via a server. Sometimes there's a wait, there's a waiting area in the back that's connected to the Hyatt. Sauce bar as mentioned earlier is free and included. Lots to choose from at the sauce bar and it is self service. Ambiance - A nice place to take a date, it's not too loud, and the booths are separated enough where you feel like you have your own space. I love their hanging decor. It is well lit, so if you're going for more of a dim-lit date vibe, this is not the right fit. read more

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Absolutely loved Qiao Lin Hotpot! The food was fresh, the broth was super flavorful, and the service was great. The restaurant was very clean, quiet, and comfortable, which made the whole experience even better. The staff was friendly and attentive. Definitely one of my favorite hot pot spots. We'll be back! read more

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Felt this location still does not fall short. The server Noah went above and beyond for our experience checking in every couple minutes. His energy is unmatched. The quality of the meats felt fresh. Ordered the scallops, shrimp balls, beef brisket and beef tongue. Different kind of broths but my favorite are the level one spicy, tomato, and pepper pork tripe broth. Would recommend making a reservation to get into the secluded room away from the whole crowd. Sauces are create your own, and they have reference recipes if you are unsure. read more

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Most important: Go during happy hour, it's 31% off from 2-4pm and then I believe after 9pm. It can still be pretty expensive with this discount so I wouldn't really go without it. Qiao Lin uses some of the highest quality beef out of all of the hot pot restaurants I've been to - I highly recommend ordering the short rib and the other specialty beef dishes. I think all of the other dishes are pretty good but not super special. Get the Chongqing spicy broth, I usually get the medium level which is a bit spicy but super flavorful and delicious. Qiao Lin also has a fantastic snack/side dishes bar, I forgot exactly what they are (will update when I go back) but I really enjoyed it. The service is fantastic, a lot of the waiters are quite energetic and seem to enjoy their job. One of the waiters once gave me a couple of Melonas to go which I thought was super nice! The interior of the restaurant is nicely lit and designed, great vibes overall. 4.9/5 read more

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Great hot pot in downtown Seattle! Takes reservations, fast and friendly service, and fresh and delicious ingredients. Beautiful decor too. Pro tip: ask for ice cream at the end of your meal! It's included :) The spicy soup base is SPICY. We got one out of three stars and it was already really hot. Super delicious, but be warned! Will be coming back! read more

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this is one of my favorite restaurants in seattle. hands down. full stop. it is also one of the best bang for your buck hot pot restaurants in Seattle. here are some things that make qiao lin standout: 1. all soup bases regardless of if you do one or three is $18.95 (the competitor across the street could never) 2. the sauce bar is very full and the side dishes gets changed up pretty often. i have seen chicken feet, pig ears, all the types of fruits, sesame balls, cream puffs, etc. 3. golden chicken broth with collagen is incredibly rich, flavorful and unique to qiaolin the food is always so good, servers are kind, and the energy is bustling inside! went back tonight and got noah who was one of the kindest and positive server there was. he was clearly busy but did everything w a smile and checked in on me and my bf multiple times. and took a picture for us! read more

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Food Rating: 8.38/10 Price: 9/10 Ambiance/Service: 9/10 Overall Rating: 8.79/10 I came here at 8 pm on a Friday with a reservation. The waitlist was already at 120 minutes. Even with our reservation, we were not seated until 8:22 pm. Aside from the short wait, everything else was great. Our server Noah was amazing. He was super attentive and had great energy the entire night. The ambiance was clean and comfortable, and the menu is very reasonably priced. The sauce bar for $3.99 per person is absolutely worth it in my opinion. All soup bases are $18.95. We tried the herbal chicken soup and the three chili Chongqing spicy broth. The herbal chicken broth was rich and flavorful. The Chongqing broth definitely lives up to its name and is very spicy. If you have a lower spice tolerance, I recommend getting at least half oil. Freshly Cut Short Ribs - $21.95 Rating: (8/10) The slices looked pretty thick at first, so I was worried they would be tough. Even after accidentally leaving a few pieces in the pot for a while, they were still tender. One Meter Sliced Beef - $18.95 Rating: (9/10) The presentation of this dish was great! And the meat quality was pretty good for the price! Sliced Bamboo Heart - $5.75 Rating: (9/10) Totally worth the price! Enoki Mushroom - $5.95 Rating: (8/10) They were pretty fresh but the portion was a little small for the price. Fresh Tofu - $4.95 Rating: (9/10) The tofu was great! Super soft. Japanese Udon Noodle - $5.95 Rating: (8/10) Pretty standard udon noodles. Sweet Potato Noodle - $4.25 Rating: (9/10) I have never had noodles that had the same chewy texture as rice cakes. These were super good! Vegetable Combo - $9.95 Rating: (7/10) The vegetable pieces were cut a bit too large making it difficult to eat. read more

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Arrived at 8pm and the place was decently packed, but did not wait long as we had a reservation. I ordered chicken herbal broth and the chongqing spicy broth at the highest spice. Both broths were excellent if you want a good balance between the two. Chongqing spice levels are no joke and if you're a spice fanantic, you'll love it. Short rib and meter sliced beef were excellent and I do recommend! Our server Noah was nothing short of superb and was very kind and welcoming in addition to his excellent service. We had all of our requests handled perfectly by him and will be looking for him next time I am back. As someone from the Bay Area, California, I've had my fair share of hotpot and I can say Qiao Lin beats out most if not all, places I have been to. Highly recommend. read more

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I enjoyed my experience at Qiao Lin! It was my first time trying hotpot, and it was very fun. The menu had so many options to choose from which is great - all the items we ordered were very yummy. The broths themselves were also delicious - I really loved the flavor of the tomato and mushroom broths. The place has a cool ambience and has nice decor - it feels comfortable and authentic. The service was great - our server was so lovely. It was a very unique experience, I enjoyed it! read more

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Qiao Lin accommodated our late night dining request and while the staff were no doubt ready to head home they stayed and made our dinner fabulous. This was my first hotpot experience and I'm so glad it was at Qiao Lin. Service was super fast and the display of food was thoughtful and well done. There was a large amount of food selections and I would definitely return to try more. We thought being soo late it would be mostly empty but there were a few parties left in the room we were in. It was clear this is a fun, casual place that also gave a high end restaurant feel to a do it yourself style experience. read more

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My favorite place in Seattle! The hotpot and bar is sooooo great! Definitely come and try! read more

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I've walked by this hot pot place, but never tried it since it opened. This hot pot place is à la carte, but if you come on certain days at certain times, all dishes are 31% off which is what I did. The broths are delicious, especially the Golden Chicken Soup with Collagen. There are also some unique ones that I've never seen like the Thai Tom Yum Broth. We tried the Tomato, Mushroom, and the Golden Chicken Broth. Instead of a fan overhead, the fan is built into the sides of the pot. There is a huge selection of dishes to order from. The menu is located online on their website. My favorite find was the House Special Frog Legs. I love frog, which you don't typically see on menus. The Fried Fish Tofu was also perfectly fried and golden brown - you did not need to cook this dish in the broth. You can call to make a reservation, but you can also join the waitlist via Yelp. It is quite busy, so it is recommended to make a reservation. For 31% off: - Mon-Thu 2:00-4:00 PM & after 8:30-10:00 PM; - Fri-Sat 2:00-4:00 PM & after 9:30 PM-12:00 AM (excluding holidays) Check the website for the menu and for any updates: https://www.qiaolinhotpot.com/ read more

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Food is great, very fast service, the server name Noah helped us and he is the best! The snack bar is all you can eat style and is delicious! read more

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This is a popular spot located right next to the Grand Hyatt, and you can join the waitlist online--but be prepared for a long wait. We came on New Year's Day for dinner as a party of four and joined the waitlist around 6 p.m., with about 30 tables ahead of us. We didn't get seated until close to 8 p.m. There's a self-serve sauce, appetizer, and dessert bar where you can create your own dipping sauces. They even provide simple sauce recipes on the wall. The meat quality was good--fresh and tender--and there was also a wide selection of vegetables and tofu options. Service was solid. Each table has a water pitcher so you can refill your own water during the meal, which is convenient. At the end, there's complimentary ice cream available near the entrance. Overall, it was a positive experience aside from the long wait. Pricing is on the higher side, similar to other hot pot restaurants, but it's worth it for an occasional visit. There are cute panda decors which I love! read more

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First, order the broth - regardless of choosing 1, 2, or 3 different flavors, they are the same price (19). The chicken collagen was by far the best, but the pepper one was good too, and Tom yum was very strong with the lemongrass flavor which I didn't love but my partner liked. Then order everything you want cooked in the broth. We ordered a la carte and got the veggie platter (bok choy, cabbage, etc) mushroom platter, shrimp ball with egg yolk inside (recommended by our server), short ribs, fish fillet, and fresh noodles. We opted for the unlimited sauce bar (4/pp) too. The sauce bar had some tortilla and puffy chips, some kind of fish(?) dish (all good) as well as a couple of sweet items among the sauce ingredients. I attempted to follow their suggested recipes for my sauce but I ended up mixing almost everything together and it turned out okay thankfully. The shrimp ball was firm and the yolk inside was fun but I wouldn't order it again. The total was 113 before tax. Their plates are moderately sized and we definitely could have ordered at least another plate of noodles and protein. Next time. read more

Qiao Lin Hotpot - Seattle - 3 broths, veggie platter, mushroom platter, shrimp balls, short ribs, fish fillet, and fresh noodles - Hot Pot Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I order triple soups and all of them are great. We had Qigong spice level 1, chicken broth with collagen and tomato. I love the tomato broth, very refreshing and flavorful. Qigong spice level 1 is very spicy for me but my family likes it. They also think chicken broth with collagen is a perfect match with Qigong. The raw food is amazing - fresh and tasty. I definatelt will come b read more

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This hot pot spot is honestly more solid than Haidilao hot pot. The broth has amazing depth, all the ingredients are fresh, and the service is quick and thoughtful. The dining environment is relaxed and comfortable. It's such a fantastic hot pot experience in Seattle, and I will absolutely come back with my friends. read more

It was SOOOO good, probably the best I've had in Seattle. But don't get the spicy broth because why was it so spicy like we had to order an avocado smoothie and the staff were kind enough to give it to us for FREE! read more

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Great service and excellent quality food. I love their tender marinated beef, 100% recommended! 10.Frozen Tofu 6.Sweet Potato Noodle read more

Qiao Lin Hotpot - Seattle - Great service and excellent quality food. I love their tender marinated beef, 100% recommended! 10.Frozen Tofu 6.Sweet Potato Noodle - Hot Pot Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Not my first time here, and this place never ceases to impress. I made an online reservation yesterday for today, but realized I got the date wrong just 20 minutes before we were supposed to arrive. I called them up, and the staff was nice enough to hold their very last table for us on the condition that we arrive within 20 minutes. We were a few minutes late, but our table was still waiting for us. The server was extremely attentive and warm. Noticing we were completely out of breath from rushing over, he served us water first and waited until we settled down to introduce their current specials. Their quality control is top-notch. Both the meats and vegetables were fresh, portions were huge, and they have very unique dishes. The spicy red oil hot pot broth is as authentic as it gets. Plenty of parking spots are available with a discount after validation inside. The tables are big and spacious, making it super kid-friendly. Highly recommend--a well-deserved 5 stars! read more

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Kevin is the man!!! The soup was so hearty and delish will come back Also the sides were so nice read more

Qiao Lin Hotpot - Seattle - A must have in these chilly Seattle nights. Will be back for that collagen soup. DELISH Shoutout out to Kevin!! - Hot Pot Near Me - Seattle, Washington

31% off after hours if you do a post on a social media platform, qiao lin is still the best hot pot place in Seattle in 2026. If you're a chicken lover, try their chicken breast. read more

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The food was amazing! Being able to choose 3 different soup for the same price as 1 or 2 soup bases is already one notch above the other hotpot places around. The variety of sauce content and dessert in the bar made everything all worth it :) read more