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    Boiling BeiJing

    4.1 (879 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Hot Pot
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
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    Roast duck
    Stacy W.

    Fantastic! We had a reservation 630 but didn't get seated until 7! It was CRAZY packed however every item we ordered was fantastic. One of my favorite spots in town. Tip - make a reservation! There was a walk in of 6 and they waited 1.5 hours before finally getting a seat ( and this is after they were nagging the poor host about their wait time ). Duck also has to be preordered

    Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings
    Jonathan F.

    My parents have been really wanting to try the duck at Boiling Beijing so we were glad we finally got around to it and it didn't disappoint. The place was busy by the time we got there, so plan in advance or get reservations. My favorite dishes were the black pepper steak, cumin lamb, and of course, the duck. I really liked how they also offer to fry or stew the duck bones to your preference after finishing. The duck was juicy and perfectly cooked. Parking is easy since it's the big shopping mall lot. I'd just recommend going early or getting reservations in advance. It seems like it gets busy a lot.

    Peking Duck
    Andrew S.

    This place came highly recommended by a coworker who grew up in Beijing. We were talking about Peking Duck and she said the best Peking Duck in the Bay Area is at Boijing Beijing. Coincidentally, some of my friends were also thinking of coming here so we made it happen on Sunday evening. We pre-ordered the big duck and shared the rainbow salad, bok choy with morel mushrooms, sweet and sour shrimp and sweet and sour whole fish. The Peking Duck was indeed the best I've had in the Bay Area (it's crispy, rich but somehow not greasy). You get the traditional crepes (as opposed to the Bao in most places) and accompaniments. They also made a great broth with the duck bones that served as an excellent consommé. The rest of the dishes were also good - I would order that shrimp and rainbow salad again for sure. Service was OK and the restaurant looks recently remodeled. There were five of us and we spent about $55 each - an incredible value for the meal. Highly recommended!!!

    自制烤鸭饼Homemade rost duck Pancake(10~12)
    Simon W.

    The good news: Amazing place to go if you like Peking duck. One of the best dishes they serve here. Other dishes like honey walnut prawn and fish were delicious. The bad news: this place is a war zone on weekends, even with a reservation, get ready to wait. We waited 30 mins. The service was fairly decent but they are extremely busy. Reserving makes it a bit better and you can order a duck

    Interior
    Erika C.

    I think my experience with the food is a little mixed but overall I loved how kitschy this place is. I feel like the interior is the quintessential Chinese American restaurant interior of a certain vintage. If the vibe inside wasn't so Chinese fr, it'd feel like a caricature. But this place is super packed with Asians. And hearing them talk, yeah mostly Chinese. Like 95%. The tables with non-Chinese people were accompanied by Chinese people. Anyway, I was surprised. I was like ok I see you, boiling Beijing. You're legit. What brought me here was the Peking duck. I've had Peking duck but I've never tried hunting the dish down. It was the kind of thing I ate as a kid if an adult ordered it. But I've recently been trying to find good Peking duck that comes served with haw jelly. Other than Palo Alto's Imperial Treasure, this place also serves it that way. And similarly you have to call to make a table reservation (no online system) and duck reservation. The pancakes/wraps taste better here. The duck meat was more tender and moist here, but the portion for the same price was much larger at imperial treasure. Also the cuts at imperial treasure were nicer/cleaner, and you get the table side experience. I do appreciate how boiling Beijing kept the duck on a warmer. It actually worked unlike the steamer of pancakes/wraps which sat on hot water that quickly went cold. I appreciate the effort. The soup tasted like msg and came out very quickly after our duck. It was pretty salty and had very little noodles and vegetables. Imperial treasure is better. We also ordered the oyster crab steamed egg dish. I think it sounded interesting but you can definitely pass on it. The egg was a bit spongy and overdone. The service was fast and friendly, they seem well staffed and efficient. The only hiccup was they forgot our hanging bread but they let us cancel it so it was fine. I won't stop going to imperial treasure but I definitely want to come back to try other dishes and see how those stack up.

    Jaky Y.

    Came to Boiling Beijing again recently for Mother's Day. We got a ton of items - their cold noodle, fish, Peking duck, vegetables, appetizers, and more. Everything was delicious. Standout was definitely the Peking duck - super tasty, generous portions, and they prepared the duck 3 ways, including a delicious soup with the bones. Price was very reasonable given quality and quantity. Service was friendly and prompt despite the restaurant being absolutely packed for dinner. It did get pretty loud inside, but that's to be expected given how full it was. Lots of large tables and families eating together.

    Braised Pork Belly
    Kellie C.

    We called ahead to reserve for a 7pm seating (the last seating for Peking Duck) for a table of 5. It was so so busy in there with a lot of people crowded around the hostess table. You need to check in and let them know you arrived so they can put you in the queue to be seated. Even though we arrived at 6:45 we didn't get seated until 7:15 (aka no point in arriving early if you have a reservation). The Peking Duck is what they are famous for and deservedly so. It is so so good and the presentation is beautiful. Skin is crispy, meat is tender, wrappers are thin. They give you an option to have the Duck remains (bones and left over meat) to be made into a soup or stir fry and we opted for the soup. It was so clean and healthy tasting. One of the best places for Peking duck in the bay. A must try

    More sliced duck that comes with large order
    Michael F.

    Came here after hearing about the Peking Duck being one of the best in the Bay Area. Pre-order the day before. The duck came last but it was definitely good. We ordered crepe pancakes but didn't realize it already came with some. They carve the Peking duck and serve the skin and meat nicely on a platter with nice condiments but perhaps needed a little more salt. They also offer you the option to have the bones and can order as a soup or pan fried for a small price. We misunderstood what the server was asking and ordered them fried with hot chillies...it was tasty and crispy but next time we would try as a soup. Restaurant was crowded so glad we made a reservation so seated right away. Tried some other tasty dishes, too. The cumin lamb was very good, and the pepper beef and salt pepper fried chicken wings were pretty good, too. A little pricey ($60/person without drinks) but some unique northern Chinese dishes. Would likely come back again for the Peking Duck but might try to compare to a few other places known for theirs, too. Also, was curious about a hanging pancake dish that several other tables ordered!!

    Sliced Peking duck arranged as a flower
    Myhuong H.

    We went to try this restaurant because the Peking duck looks good in the pictures. The restaurant is very nicely decorated, giving us a good impression. We were promptly seated and we were supposed to be ordering on the tablet. Since it was our first time, we chose to ask the waiter. We found out that Beijing style is either spicy or sweet!! Yes, the Peking duck was served very ornately, some slices arranged as a blooming flower, most of the meat and the crispy skin served in a duck shaped tureen with candles in the base to keep the meat warm, steaming pancakes in a basket. Now the difference is on the plate that came with sliced cucumbers and slivered onions there is a substantial amount of ...SUGAR! Yup, apparently Beijing people sprinkle sugar on top of their duck! And nope, we skipped this ingredient. We also had green beans ( asked for non spicy ), peppered angus beef cubes and garlic ( different kind of heat, we can do this !) fried tofu plain, and combination fried rice, and crispy fried shrimp. This was a surprise, the shrimp was in the shell and nicely fried, crunchy.... BUT they were totally SWEET!! Sugar sweet, dessert sweet! Nowhere was it mentioned they would be this sweet! There were some interesting dishes we saw on neighboring tables, like the spicy chicken, but since we don't eat that spicy, we didn't order that. They offered hot pot too, but the whole party had to order the hot pot, not just one or two persons. The tables did have wells for the hot pot, so I saw people have to get up to dip and cook their meats in the hotpot broths. Not a good set up. Parking is easily found on the streets, but be warned you need to feed the meters till 8 pm even on Sunday.

    Farrah F.

    Had a family dinner for 14 and ordered all their specials. Food came out fairly quick, and everything was just mediocre for me. Compared to the other restaurants around the area serving the same thing.

    老城一锅羊蝎子火锅套餐(红汤)Beijing Style Lamb Hot Pot Combo
    Jianming L.

    I came specifically for the crispy red bean rice cake, and it did not disappoint. The outer layer had that soft, glutinous rice texture, and it tasted freshly fried in clean oil. The chicken meatball soup, hotpot, and sliced tofu also all met expectations. This is easily one of the better Chinese restaurants in the Bay Area. I'll definitely be back to try more dishes from the menu.

    Johnny Z.

    One of the most consistently solid Chinese spots I've been to in the area. The food quality is impressive across the board -- everything tastes fresh, well-balanced, and thoughtfully prepared. You can tell they don't cut corners. The flavors are authentic but still refined, not overly greasy or heavy like a lot of places. Portions are generous, making it great for sharing with a group. Service was smooth and attentive without being overbearing, and the overall atmosphere is lively yet comfortable -- perfect for both casual dinners and hosting friends. This is the kind of place you can confidently bring people to and know it'll deliver every time. Definitely a go-to spot.

    Arthur L.

    A group of friends came here during the weekend for lunch. One of them heard Boiling Beijing had the best duck around and had been dying to try it. The service was polite and quick, taking our orders and tending to our table as needed. The decor and atmosphere felt lavish but not overly fancy as the energy was more casual than formal. It wasn't too crowded when we got there. Only a few families and groups were present, so we were seated quickly. We took some time to look over the menu to figure out what else on top of the peking duck we wanted. The food came out by dish fairly quickly and in a linear fashion, which was great for the progression of the meal. We ordered the Roast Duck, Dry Cooked String Beans w Tofu, Griddle Cooked Cabbage w/ Pork, Beijing Style Louis Root Glutinous Rice in Osmanthus Date Sauce, and some Steamed Rice. The Roast Duck was perfect, and included sides, wraps, and sauce. The duck was juicy, crispy, and a delight to eat. The presentation was also super cute - it was on a two level platter was was a duck figurine. The the first level was a small flame to keep the food on the second level warm. Would recommend 10/10. The string beans and cabbage dishes were solid and came out well. The tofu that came with the string beans was super tasty and I thought was the star ingredient of that dish. The Louis Root Glutinous Rice was interesting, but I probably wouldn't order again since flavor wasn't to my liking. Overall, I had a memorable experience eating the duck here and I'd come back again just for that dish!

    $90 for a "large order"

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    Shoryuken - All you can eat Sushi and Hotpot

    Shoryuken

    3.6(157 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$$

    this place truly amazed me with the price and the options for all you can eat.... some all you can…read moreeat places charge you extra for drinks or don't offer bottomless refills but this place is for sure does! They have a fridge with an assortment of drinks from juice to tea to soda, it's so nice to be able to go and grab what drink you want. they also offer ice cream and other dessert type snacks like rice krispies, lollipops for the kids, chips which I thought was awesome and by ice cream I mean they had full sized drumstick assortment of flavors and butterfinger icecream!! like what!! the sushi they offer is a range of sashimi to sushi rolls and to handrolls. it was pretty damn good. my boyfriend enjoyed the salmon avocado handrolls and I enjoyed the salmon poke option...so delicious. for the meats for the hot pot they had a variety of options from pork belly, wagyu, lamb, shrimp and etc. they even offered appetizers dishes like my bf ordered pork gyozas.... the place is not huge but it's comfortable enough. the tables/seats aren't crowded. the staff is friendly enough although it being our first time I was a little uncertain of what we can get or what was included, I wish there was a little more direction but we made it by.

    Shabu Shabu / Hot Pot…read more They do offer a nice variety of broth options, but the one we chose (the tomato broth) was pretty underwhelming. It lacked depth and flavor and honestly tasted more like tomato concentrate/paste than an actual tomato-based soup. I also didn't see any real tomato in it -- mostly thinly sliced onions -- and it didn't compare to tomato broths I've had at places like Haidilao or Happy Lamb. The meat quality was also disappointing. It felt low quality enough that we actually asked if we were served the correct meat. We ordered around six plates but only received four, and the selection felt limited. I know their A5 Wagyu is now an add-on/paywall, which is understandable given the low AYCE price -- but the standard meat still didn't feel worth it. On the positive side: the veggies were clean, crisp, and fresh. The only exception was the pea sprouts, which didn't seem properly prepped and felt a bit veiny (though I get that pea sprouts are labor-intensive). Hot Pot Bar / Seafood Bar We didn't try the fish balls/ramen options, but the seafood bar was rough. If you don't order seafood from the menu and instead grab what's at the bar, it's very heavily frozen and not in a good way. The shrimp was honestly unpleasant -- even after cooking in boiling broth, the shell still stuck to the shrimp, making it hard and annoying to peel. It wasn't a fun eating experience at all. Sushi The sushi side was mixed. One thing I appreciated: they didn't overload the rolls with rice (some AYCE places do that to fill you up). The salmon sashimi was solid, and a few rolls were genuinely decent -- the Lion King roll was tasty. That said, the unagi was a bit bony, which wasn't what I expected. And the biggest red flag: on the Lion King roll, 2-3 pieces of the baked salmon were still raw inside, which was a no for me. Hand rolls were actually better -- they came with a good chunk of avocado and decent fish portions, so no complaints there. Sides The corn cheese was a huge letdown. It tasted like corn with mozzarella sprinkled on top and microwaved/baked without much effort or flavor. We also ordered the fried oysters, which were decent but didn't taste fresh -- they felt like they came frozen in a bag and refried, with a heavier batter than I'd want. The chicken karaage, on the other hand, was pretty good. It actually tasted like it was made in-house, and it was one of the better items we tried. Overall For the price, I wasn't expecting premium, but I was expecting decent execution and better quality control. Between the bland tomato broth, low-quality meat, unpleasant frozen seafood, and the undercooked "baked" salmon, I left feeling disappointed. Also worth noting: if you have a party of 4 or more, they automatically add a minimum 20% gratuity. For our party of four, that came out to about $32 per person. Personally, I wouldn't recommend Shoryuken, and I wouldn't return.

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    Seoul Kalbi Korean BBQ - The spread

    Seoul Kalbi Korean BBQ

    3.8(1.3k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$$
    All you can eat
    Takes reservations

    Originally had a reservation for 6 people for 7:45, but at 7:00 we called to make a last minute…read morechange to 10 people. Ren was on the phone with us, and instead of just telling us the larger tables have already been reserved and can't be done, he asked us to call him back in 10 mins to see what he can do. Lo and behold 10 mins later he said he was able to add on another table at the end but it'll be a tight fit. Not a problem! After sitting down, we opted for the premium menu upgrade, and our table really liked the Premium Rib Meat (boneless marinated short rib). Even though it was AYCE and super busy, we always were able to get our food order in and it arrived quickly. If the heat on the charcoal grill was slowing down, they were quick to refill it. Awesome place for kbbq, and one of the only charcoal places that I know of in the area.

    My friend was craving Korean BBQ after golfing, so we decided to come here because we both like…read morecharcoal grilling versus electric grilling. This place opens at 4:30, so if you want an early dinner, this is the spot. There's plenty of street parking outside, so parking was easy. I love that they have so many different banchan options. The two of us decided to go with the premium grade for $55, which gives you more good-quality beef than the classic option for $45. Personally, I was not impressed with the premium meat this time. None of the beef was particularly good quality. Even the American Wagyu wasn't as tender as it should have been. The only thing I liked from the premium menu was their raw crab. It tasted just like the one I had in Korea. The servers were attentive and checked on us often, which was nice. The place also gets very smoky because they use charcoal, so be prepared to leave smelling like BBQ. Next time I come, I wouldn't order the premium menu. For $55, I'd rather go to another Korean restaurant and order à la carte dishes with better-quality beef. Our bill, including tip, was $150 for two people. Since we're small eaters, I feel like we could have gotten better-quality meat somewhere else for $150. That said, if you're a bigger eater and haven't tried this place yet, I'd definitely give it a try because not many Korean BBQ places use charcoal for grilling.

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    Earl Spicy

    Earl Spicy

    4.3(491 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    I'd been craving that spicy grilled fish from Earl Spicy for months. I'd talked about it so much…read morethat this time, instead of just dragging my husband, I brought the kids and my son's friend too. I was basically forming a fan club. But right before we left, my husband looked up the hours and said, "Wait... it's called Taste of Four Seasons now?" Uh, what? Did Earl Spicy close? Yelp still showed it alive and well, so we decided to go check it out anyway. My heart was already committed. We got there around 7 PM on a Friday. A few tables were filled -- seemed like a good sign. Plenty of servers, but no sign of the old owner. I started feeling a little nervous. We looked through the menu... no spicy grilled fish. Cue quiet panic. I pulled out my phone and showed the server a picture from our last visit. She said they still have it -- it's just made differently now and it's really good. Also, they now use a fresh fish called 多寶魚 instead of the frozen fish Earl Spicy used. Now, my husband and I thought we had decent Chinese, but we had no idea what 多寶魚 was. We stared at the tank she pointed to, still clueless. And honestly, if Earl Spicy really used frozen fish, they fooled us -- it never tasted frozen. I asked how much it was, since it wasn't on the menu. She said $42 per pound, usually around 1.5 pounds. I figured maybe $65-70. More than Earl Spicy's $48 XL version, but hey -- I am here for it. We ordered a few other dishes too. First came the "New Style Sweet and Sour Pork & Shrimp." The menu said pork and chicken, but the server said it was a typo -- it's actually pork cheek and shrimp. It ended up being the best dish of the night. The shrimp was excellent, 5/5. The pork cheek was good too, just a little fatty -- maybe 4/5 for me. My husband wanted Szechuan pepper chicken. The server said the kitchen could make it, even though only a tea-flavored version was listed. What we got was stir-fried chicken with jalapeños. Not deep-fried, not spicy, just... dry. It didn't really land. My son's friend loves fried rice, so we got the $19.95 special fried rice. It came out shaped like a fish -- super cute. First bite though? "Why is this so hard and dry?" the kids asked. I tried it -- yup, same. Crunchy in a weird way, like it had been sitting on the heat too long. I asked the server, and she apologized and had the kitchen remake it. The second version was slightly better, but still dry. Maybe that's just how they do it. Next came the salted fish eggplant casserole. It was only $9.85, but no one really touched it. Just not great. And finally, the main event: the fish I'd been dreaming about. It arrived in the same tray as before, but no tea light underneath. Not a big deal. They'd added a mountain of flat noodles (河粉) underneath, but the fish itself? Dry. Bland. Not the spicy grilled fish I remembered. The sauce was thin, almost like gravy, and the noodles were just soaked sadly in it. A friendly lady (maybe the new owner?) came by and explained that the restaurant now serves southern Chinese-style food, which is different from Earl Spicy's. I smiled politely, but inside I was crying, Why didn't you say that before we ordered? She brought out complimentary glass jelly for dessert -- nice touch. I liked it, but the kids thought it was too bitter. Then came the bill. The fish? $111.77. I did a double take. How was that 2.6 pounds?! I thought about asking, but my husband gave me the look: "Let's just go." So we paid. With tax and tip, the total came out to nearly $240. Final verdict: RIP Earl Spicy. You were loved. You are missed. As for Taste of Four Seasons? Once was enough.

    Right off the bat, the service is impressive here, especially for a Chinese restaurant. Their menu…read moreis extensive with beautiful pictures to help you decide. The price point is a little high and I wondered if it's because they're not getting too many customers and they're just trying to stay in business. The restaurant is quite roomy and decorated with an authentic flare. We were greeted by friendly faces who very warm in all of their interactions. Here's how everything ranked: $22.95 Salted egg prawns $21.95 Spicy fried fish $21.95 Garlic pea sprouts $13.95 Beef scallion pancake rolls I think these are pretty standard Chongqing province dishes. Our The salted prawns were definitely flavorful with umami goodness -- you can really taste a good amount of quality salted egg, the prawns were huge without too much batter and the dish was a good size. I also enjoyed the little corn crunchies. Second best was the fried fish. Their standard level is not very spicy even though it comes with a ton of red peppers so if you like it hot, then don't hesitate to let them know. I appreciate that they don't heavily batter their fish. Our dishes arrived surprisingly quickly, almost too quickly and I felt the dishes could've been hotter so I'm not sure if they were already premade and just kept on a warmer or what. All in all the meal was satisfying and Earl Spicy would probably hit the mark for a lot of people.

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    Earl Spicy - L11. Spicy Ground Pork w/ Sour String Beans Fried Rice

    L11. Spicy Ground Pork w/ Sour String Beans Fried Rice

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    Yummy Szechuan - Sizzling Eggplant and tofu W/Garlic Sauce 铁板鱼香茄子豆腐

    Yummy Szechuan

    4.1(568 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Yummy SzeChuan, 1661 El Camino Real,…read moreMillbrae, CA94030. This was recommended by our son and daughter-in-law and is one of their favourite restaurant. It says in the restaurant's site that Chef Hu Wen Jun opened Yummy SzeChuan in Millbrae in July 2015. It got the Michelin Guide Recommendations in 2017, 2018 and 2019. 6/19/2026 was my 2nd visit there and I can see why the restaurant won many culinary accolades and special honorable mentions. All the dishes we tried were very good and flavorful. The Toothpick Lamb With Cumin and Lotus Root With Chili Pepper were some of my personal favourites. Will go again if/when I'm in the neighbourhood.

    Total disappointment…read more The service was rude, dismissive, and very unwelcoming. It felt like the staff had little interest in helping customers. The online menu is also outdated and lists items that the restaurant no longer offers. The server recommended a replacement dish and said it was similar to what I originally requested, but it was not comparable and the taste was very poor. There were also multiple issues with the food. We ordered sweet and sour chicken but were served sesame chicken instead. The potstickers were soggy and tasted old, and the xiaolongbao had an unpleasant taste. Out of courtesy we took the leftovers with us, but the food was so unappealing that we threw it away shortly after leaving.

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    Hing Lung

    3.4(403 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    this place got lung in the name because those 2 bad boys will be working overtime!!! ungodly…read moreamounts of oil and wok hei will be skedaddling down your throat and you WILL like it. you will like it so much you won't even notice the 15% service charge they add to your check (i was gonna take off one star for that but hey hustlers gon hustle) in bum nowhere of san bruno. random plaza. look for the line of judgy ai yis. or the tormented pensive dishwasher aunty in a wrinkled plastic apron, squatting outside, on her break, listening to croony sleazy chinese music on 1500000 decibels. service is fast, using paper signup sheet got the braised beef wonton mein, salty fish fried rice, century egg congee, + sugar ball thing: congee is culturally correct of course. perfect texture, not too salty, great eggs, green onions on top, super comforting and homey and yum. douse in white pepper and dip your you tiao in it. UGHHH yes bro fried rice is GOOD i haven't stuffed that in my mouth since like 5 yrs of age. i love the little salty pieces and also the yummy rice and all the oily fish. wonton mein is delicious. super tender beef, bouncy firm noodles, msg laden soup. wontons are too small but cooked well and very flavorful. sugar ball is COLD and sugary and fried. idk it wasn't my thing. it has a custardy dough center that tastes nasty to me also everything is lowkey overpriced but i would say it's generally worth it. HAIL HONG KONG AND GUANGZHOU!!!

    Disappointed! Wrong Item Given…read more I ordered the 牛利酥 (Fried dough with sweet crispy), but the restaurant gave me 油條(Crispy fried dough) instead. These are two completely different items. What makes this more disappointing is that this is not the first time this has happened. I specifically ordered the 牛利酥, yet I received the wrong item again. I hope the restaurant can pay more attention to customers' orders and make sure the correct items are given. I would really appreciate better accuracy in the future.

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