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

Chengdu taste has to be in my top 3 all time favorite restaurants. The variety of flavors on their…read moremenu is incredible. I've been here about 5 times now with coworkers and friends, and decided to finally bring my family here on Christmas Eve. Everything comes out so quickly, very fresh and delicious, every single time. This is Sichuan cuisine so almost everything on the menu is spicy, but there are some milder options. My absolute go to is the sweet and sour pork spare ribs and the spicy green chili beef. The fish in red broth is perfectly tangy and full of flavor, i recommend a size of white rice to go with, and the egg and shrimp dish is a great neutral base to combine with all of the other flavors and spices going on. I also order a glass of the milk tea to go with my meal to calm my tastebuds from the chilis. Highly recommend. You do order on your phone here but can flag down the server if you need a fork or to go box or something else. The restaurant is more of a casual dining vibe, that way you can focus on the food! I can't wait to try the entire menu here. I love Chengdu taste!!!!

We ate here a year ago and coming back to Seattle we decided to be here again…read more yummy. Not disappointed at all

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.

It's affordable and authentic. Serving sizes are good, two people could easily share a rice noodle…read moreand an app and be satisfied. I like the Signature Rice Noodles and the Sauerkraut Series. The pickled pepper or hot pot noodles are proper spicy, so I'd avoid if you don't love spice. The liver, kidney and intestines can be easy to overcook but they cook them perfectly here. Rice noodles are slippery with the right amount of bounce. Toppings are plentiful and add lots of flavor and textures to the noodle dish. The spicy shredded potatoes are crispy and spicy, just what you might want to wet your appetite for noodles. Crispy Pork is true to its name, crispy and goes well with the dry dipping rub included. It's not bad the next day but best day of. Beef roll pancake is just okay, nothing special about it. The grilled garlic oysters are also just okay, probably wouldn't order again

This place was surprisingly quiet on a Saturday evening for dinner. We were seated quickly and…read moreordered through a tablet which was really convenient. The skewers were quite good I really liked the beef. The picked pepper house special noodles had some spice in it and was flavorful. I recommend it if you can handle some spice but otherwise the house special original noodles are good too without any spice.

The menu has a great variety, so there's something for everyone, and everything I've tried has been…read moredelicious. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable, and the quality is great The staff is friendly and attentive! If you're looking for a reliable place with great food and excellent service, Nine Way is definitely worth checking out. I'll absolutely be coming back!

Another place that let me down. Based off reviews, I had high hopes but walking in I was…read moreimmediately taken by how empty it was. But it was early and I assumed it would pick up. (In transparency I do want the assurance of customers enjoying food sitting around me when I eat). The food, was only middle of the road, with a dish or two being below our expectations. Sitting in an empty, strip mall restaurant to celebrate Chinese New Year, I was let down by everything, from the service, to the food and the ambiance.

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.

The food is outstanding. Service is good. Parking is plenty as there is a lot at the complex…read more Inside they do have large round family tables, and small tables for smaller parties. The deep-fried fish, Szechuan style, was my favorite out of all the dishes. Fried to perfection with the hint of spice on the batter. Their honey walnut prawns were exciting to eat as they were large and covered in tasty sauce. Their twice cooked pork belly literally melts in your mouth- yum. We also had many of their other dishes like noodles, fried rice, and veggie platters, but I had to list a few of my favorites. The restrooms need an upgrade, but other than that, food is delicious and I will be returning for more.

Very yummy! I got the shrimp fried rice and got all of this for $14! The egg rolls were good. They…read morebring complimentary hot tea to your table which was very delicious. The couple that seemed to be running the place were both very bubbly and welcoming. Welcoming atmosphere with plant baskets, good if you want to sit down or for takeout. Definitely will come back!

the cured bacon fried rice is probably some of the BEST fried rice i've had. Consistently going…read morehere for their food! Highly recommend

Try the beef stir fry Really spicy…read more Only 5 things in it Beef jalapeños garlic ginger and some sort of green Been my favorite meal as of late