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    3.6 (726 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Nadine C.

    Dinner in Tukwila, Washington... After finishing a few errands with my niece, we decided to follow the advice of the Post Office worker and dine at Boiling Point. (We don't have Boiling Point in Hawaii.) My niece knew that each customer gets their own Hot Pot that's filled with the broth of their choice. Customers also choose their own set of ingredients. I went with the House Special Soup and the Veggie Mushroom set. It was perfect because I watched my niece peel the shrimp of the Seafood set and thought that it was too much work... LOL! I just enjoyed my noodles (two kinds because the vermicelli replaced the rice), mushrooms, and veggies... and finished all of the yummy broth! Overall, it was a fun, tasty experience! We appreciated the free shared parking and convenient restroom! If you decide to visit this busy, modern location, remember to sign in and wait a bit for a table to open up!

    #4 Beef Hot Soup
    Quyen P.

    I've been coming to Boiling Point since they first opened back almost 10 years ago and they've been consistently solid every time. People love to complain about the wait and say it's not worth it, but I honestly disagree. The food always delivers. My go-to soups are the Taiwanese Spicy, Beef Pot, and Milk Cream Curry each one is packed with flavor and hits every time. Fair warning: the Taiwanese Spicy Hot Pot is actually spicy. I love heat and still feel it, so be ready. Also, service can feel a bit hands-off, especially when it's busy you might need to flag someone down for water. But to me, that just shows how popular the place is. When it's that packed, you know they're doing something right.

    Yin K.

    This location is always clean, though can be busy at times even at around 1:30pm on a weekday. They have new flavors for their hotpot now but they are only for "large" pots. The servers are nice and quick. Everyone knows their responsibility like a well-oiled machine to serve the customers.

    #6 Milk Cream Curry Hot Soup
    Becky V.

    After trying many soup options here, I've settled for the milk cream curry and have never looked back. It's the best! You would think business would have died down by now but no, no matter what time of day we come, there is always a wait. Be prepared to wait in line before the door opens or get yourself on that waiting list! It's worth it!

    Beef
    Jeremiah M.

    Boiling Point has always been a staple lunch/dinner spot for everyone around me, so I eat here once and a while. Honestly though it's not my top choice when eating out, but I came to this location yesterday since it was my birthday and they have a promotion where you can get a free meal. I usually get the beef option here, always a good choice. There's a lot you can eat from this bowl, although I never finish it mainly because there's a few items I'm not the most fond of. That's why I prefer malatang restaurants where you can pick out your ingredients. But the quality from Boiling Point is still pretty good for what you get I also got a free honey jasmine tea along with the soup, and that was super refreshing. Also when it comes to service and ambiance, it was super packed yesterday. We signed up for a 4person table, and had to wait 30 minutes. Never knew even a Tuesday could be this busy, maybe if they opened another location perhaps in Federal Way, it could alleviate some traffic? After waiting though, service to our table was relatively quick and not a whole lot of frills. I think I like the CID location better, but I'm in Southcenter a good amount of times that this location just becomes secondary. Would come back again if friends asked me to.

    Lamb cumin
    Lilly O.

    Good food, clean place, great service! Would definitely come back to try all the other flavors, everything looks good!

    8/2025- menu2
    Tzarina W.

    I love any hot pot and this is one of the chains that used to be popular especially when I visited them in LA area. I always tend to select the Taiwanese special as it has the beef, the clams, oyster mushrooms, tendon, cabbage, fishball, noodles and more. I didn't order it spicy since rim not a spicy gal. I enjoyed this and was super full. Service was quick. All the tables were full and wait time for us was about an hour if doing a walk in for dinner. Mmm I need a hot pot meal again!

    Trista A.

    I could honestly eat here every week and never get tired of it. The beef hot pot is consistently top tier - the flavor is so rich and satisfying every single time. If you can make it for lunch, that's the move. It's a better deal with a lower price point and free tea, which is always a nice bonus. We also tried the spicy tangy beef on the side. It doesn't come out bubbling like the hot pot, but the flavor is still really good and worth ordering. For our mains, we both went with beef hot pots. They come loaded with a great variety of toppings and a generous portion of beef, so you definitely leave full. My favorite part is the sauce that they have right at the table. It is super easy to create a go-to sauce combo. One thing I really like is that everything is individual, which makes it perfect for groups since everyone can get exactly what they want. They also have a lot of different pot options to choose from. Wait times can vary depending on when you go, but it's always been worth it in my opinion. The staff are friendly, and they'll help turn off your burner when you're done. Always a solid go-to spot!

    Alexis V.

    Ate here with chookeiyan months ago and then again with Chookerica. Not that impressed? Dare I say...mid? They hyped it up to me hella and all I could think of was that I rather go to YGF Malatang next door. The staff is not at all vigilant or observant. You got to shout just to get their attention to stop the fire, refill on water, get the check, etc. I seriously had to do the Filipino "sssshhhh pssst" just for them to check up on us and address the table needs. Poor orientation on how restaurant worked, too, so those having Taiwanese hot pot for first time may be a bit lost. Did not even hype up the menu when asked for recommendations. So dead on social cues at this restaurant. Food was okay, but could not save this restaurant for me. At least it was hot food? lol idk...I fighting for my life to rate this higher and believe me...I really want to! Milk tea was not sweet and tasted the same across all flavors. When I first came here, there was such a long line, so after this visit, I still could not understand why that is so. I sowwy. I just am not fulfilled having left this restaurant & dropping money on a meal experience like that

    #1 House Special Hot Soup
    Pearl L.

    I haven't been to a Boiling Point since three or four years when I went to the located at the International District with my two sisters and boyfriend. However, I always see on social media of influencers sharing that you can get a free hotpot meal and drink on the day of your birthday with a valid ID. I went with my mom as I definitely cannot tackle a whole hotpot bowl as their portions here are huge. We arrived around 4pm-ish but it was pretty busy, we saw a sign to join their waitlist which said 45mins to an hour. We didn't mind waiting and signed up for then walked to a nearby Starbucks to have coffee and wait. However, once we got our order placed, I got a text message saying to check in with a hostess to get seated. When we arrived, a hostess walked up to us and asked for our names to see if we were the ones who were on the waitlist. Once that was confirmed, we were seated we weren't sure what to do as we didn't receive menus. But a male employee came by our table to ask if we were ready. I told him it was my birthday and I wanted to redeem my birthday meal and he told me that I could any hotpot and drink on there (the promotion on their social media says none of their special or limited time options though) . I went with the house special on medium spicy level and I got the lychee green tea with no ice. It didn't take too long for the drink to arrive and it was good but I could barely taste the lychee flavor. I was torn between that one or the passion fruit green tea but I'll use that one next time. After about ten or so minutes, we received our hot pot which was filled to the brim with various ingredients. It was delicious! I did also chose vermicelli noodles but it was such a small amount, I think getting rice would have been better. Additionally, I thought it would be like the ones you get at Vietnamese restaurants but they were glass noodles. The hot pot was hearty and satisfying though! My mom and I were very happy with our choice. The biggest downside is that you will never see your server again once they drop off your order, as we had to flag our waiter down to turn off the fire. The ambience here is definitely a modern, sleek look with the choice of colors, decor, and lighting. It's definitely great for date nights, casual gatherings, and any occasion. Once you're done, you go to the register to show your ID for your birthday and the cashier told me her birthday was on the 4th and said happy birthday to the both of us which I thought was sweet. The biggest downside is that you will never see your server again once they drop off your order, as we had to flag our waiter down to turn off the fire. I definitely want to visit again during lunch as I know they offer a free drink and dessert during that time too.

    #6 Milk Cream Curry Hot Soup
    Nin A.

    My experience with BP this time was much better! The service was much quicker and do take note I ate here with a friend during a weekday specifically Thursday around 1-2pm so maybe that's the key! The food was really great I got my usual of Milk Creme Curry with mild spice with a side of rice and then we had ordered an appetizer of the Garlic pork thing and that's always good. Our server was really quick to get our food so that was really nice, reminds me of their service when they first opened up! The ambiance is always the same but I do wish they just had a bigger location to maybe advocate for how much there's always a long line every other time I would want to eat here.

    Lu Wei
    Wennie H.

    I wanted to try all the new offerings and found the first bite of the pork bowl amazing and just okay for the beef. The beef was almost like jerky and very sweet, it was a little off putting. However, the lu wei appetizer was incredible, the sauce was like the garlic based one on the tables and all the components worked. I dumped the sauce over the beef bowl and it was SOOO good, really improved it for me and made me realize it was superior to the pork because honestly, lots of places do lou rou fan and you can get better on the Eastside.

    Food is good but the customer service is bad. We sat for at least 15-20 mins before they asked what we wanted and for us to get our check.

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    Ask the Community - Boiling Point

    Do they accept reservations?

    No they do not. Except loooong wait on peak tines

    Is this place good for groups? We will be a group of 7-8 people.

    This place already has long wait times. Groups larger than 4 may sometimes take even longer to get seated unless you're okay with being split into 2 separate tables.

    Do they use MSG?

    Not sure, but that's the risk of going out to eat instead of cooking at home. It's tasty though!

    Do they serve Alcoholic beverages?

    No they do not

    Is MSG used?

    Hi Caroline, Some of the ingredients we use naturally contain MSG such as soy protein, some… 

    Does BP serve brown rice?

    No, they don't. :(

    Hello, do all of the items listed below the soup choice come with it?

    Yes it comes with it

    Can we swap items in the soup for other food items with the same price? For example if I don't eat fish could I swap fish balls for something with the same price on the add on menu?

    No, you can only remove , not add or swap.

    Are all broths made of pork?

    Hi Noha! Our broth is made from beef bone and vegetables. However, you may request it to be substituted with a vegetarian broth.

    Do the pots come already mixed or do you add the ingredients at the table?

    Hi Jeff, All ingredients are in the pot when served, but you can always order extra add-ons since… 

    Do they offer gluten free options or modifications?

    No gluten free options besides the veggie broth. I was told all other broths have gluten in it.

    Are the soups portioned for one person or are they to share? Edit: Your answers are both helpful and…

    The first 7 soups on the menu are portioned for one. The remaining 3 are categorized as "large" and are meant for sharing. Hope this helps!

    I see cilantro on top of several soups. Does anyone know if their broth is made with it as well? I ask cause it makes everything taste like a tide pod so I wanted to know ahead of time what I'm in for.

    Hi Samm! Our broths are not made with cilantro. We add cilantro as garnishment for certain hot… 

    What is the pricing of the main dishes? The add ons seem to be the only items with listed prices on the menu.

    The soups vary from about $12-18. Lunch comes with rice or vermicelli as well as iced green or iced black tea.

    Before i call ... lol! anyone know if bp is open today? yah so it took too long to get a reply so i…

    They're open......but then you're gonna call anyway..... By the action of calling it will answer both of your questions (open/closed; wait time/reservation)........

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    3.9(1.7k reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Wow!! We had such an incredible experience at Joey's Southcenter!! The service was more than…read moreexceptional! Everything our party ordered was so incredibly beautiful and extremely tasty. The sea bass and chicken parmesan were a hit! We had so many appetizers and found that they were all so good! We were sooo full but we did get the creme brulee cheesecake and gf chocolate lava cake. Outside of the fantastic and amazing food I must share about the staff and the beauty of the restaurant. From the time you enter you are hit with a really cool vibe and comforting, professional, and trendy look. Women, take a stroll into the restroom - you wont be disappointed by the uniqueness. Everyone working there is incredibly beautiful and genuinely helpful and sweet! We felt like the desire for a restaurant to be a top notch - above the rest, was completely achieved! Joey's Southcenter seems like their standards are different. They truly hire the best employee's, choose an incredible comforting ambiance, and the food selection is such high quality standards. We were more than pleasantly surprised! This is a restaurant that really cares about giving the customer an incredible and enjoyable experience!! Now for a shout out to all that loved on our party so well.... Ariana, Jade, Ryker, Angela, Kenya, Maddie, Cierra, Chef Mario. I hope I didn't leave any out. They were all so amazing! Keep up the great work!!! Putting your heart and soul into your job was so evident and soooo appreciated!!!

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    Caribe Latin Cuisine - Molcajete para Dos: 
This Authentic dish (for 2) comes in a hot stone bowl; carne asada, grilled chicken, grilled shrimp, sausage, grilled

    Caribe Latin Cuisine

    4.1(292 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    I was in the area and stumbled across Caribe Latin Cuisine. I stopped in and ordered the Torta…read moreCubana and chips and salsa to go. The Torta had tender carnitas that was really juicy. The bolillo roll that was warm and soft. It seemed like it could be made in-house. It also had ham, cheese, lots of pickles and mustard. The sandwich was simply delicious and filling. The chips were hot and made fresh. Should out to the accompanying salsa. At first taste, it started off sweet and then had a little bit of heat. It tantalized the taste buds. The decor was nice and had Latin murals. They also had a small store in the corner that offered Latin goods like chips for sale. Service was great and friendly. Stamp your passport and check this place out. I look forward to trying the chicken mole on a future visit.

    Cute space! Good music. Great service. The agua naturales were absolutely delicious. We tried the…read moresoursop and passion fruit, they tasted just like what they were supposed to. We started with Anafre, a honduran bean and cheese dip. It was so good, we should have gotten chorizo on it but forgot. We weren't mad at it though. I ordered a pupusa (bean and cheese) and my husband had their ribs. The pupusa was delicious, this might be were I go for those from now on over here. The ribs came with beans and fried plantains. They were like short ribs with a homemade BBQ sauce. We cannot wait to go back and try their other menu items.

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    The Cheesecake Factory - Oreo Dream Extreme Cheesecake

    The Cheesecake Factory

    3.0(1.2k reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Whenever I want something fun and nostalgic, I find myself coming here. This was my fave place as a…read morekid. I've never been to the Tukwila location so I thought I'd try it. Our server last night, Tiffany was amazing! She was so chill, friendly, and attentive throughout our meal. She kept checking in on us, made sure our drinks were always refilled, and had such a sweet, welcoming personality that made the experience even better. We decided to try the Jambalaya Arancini because it sounded like such a fun fusion dish, and it definitely didn't disappoint! We also ordered the Chicken Baja Bowl, which was fresh, flavorful, and really refreshing. The portion was huge! honestly more than enough for two people. We couldn't even finish it! Great food, excellent service from Tiffany, and an overall wonderful experience. We'll definitely be back!

    As usual, a Cheesecake Factory has an amazingly broad variety of choices on their menu. It was very…read moreimpressive that our server Austin had such a deep understanding of everything offered. I enjoyed the most scrumptious Sweetcorn Tamale Cakes appetizer. It was huge!! I also had Korean Fried Chicken served over brown rice. I was so wrapped up in eating I only remembered to take two pictures. Dinner for two ran $110.00 without drinks. CCF has gotten a little pricey, but consistently great food with big portions. Austin is a Rock Star!!

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    4.2(391 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$$
    Free parking
    Large group friendly

    Enjoyed a birthday dinner at Sumi Korean Grill. The restaurant was very clean and modern looking…read more We got seated at the table with the bench for a group of 7. The bench was higher from the table, so sitting was somewhat uncomfortable if you were on the bench side. Ask for the other side of the tables if possible. I enjoyed that the grills had the fan all around the grills so that it pulls the smoke automatically. I liked how you didn't have to worry about smelling like bbq after you left the restaurant so that is a plus! Our group ordered the premium butcher feast ($155) and ordered a couple of appetizers and sides on the HH menu. All of that and it was plenty of food to feed all of us. We got the Wagyu chuck roll steak, marinated Wagyu rib finger, marinated prime zabuton and pork Jowl for the table. I really enjoyed the pork jowl. It was very soft and buttery. Overall, quality of the food was really good and would recommend.

    I'm giving it one star for the service. The service was good…read more We got the Korean barbecue for two, $98.00 if you think that's Wagyu, you've never had Wagyu. That was some chews fatty meat, honestly all four meats that came with our meal were chewy and a ton of fat. Wagyu should melt in your mouth. All the little side dishes were very good. And we had a Korean rice cake in a cheesy sauce that was good as well. But the bottom line is for $100 that meat is a poor quality. My feeling is sometimes people open up restaurants, advertising Wagyu, and then realize how expensive it is and start making cutbacks.

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    Soul - Banana Pudding

    Soul

    3.2(49 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Without DoorDash, I would never have known about this place (you can also order directly from their…read morewebsite). The food and service were great! I ordered the greens, red beans, and rice with hot sausage, candied yams, and pork chops. Each one was full of flavor and tasted homemade, with all the right seasonings. One of the best soul food spots I've had in Washington. The portion sizes were good and it was overall worth the price. The staff was very friendly and pickup was easy. I'm glad I stumbled upon this place because we will definitely be back.

    I can't tell if they had a bad day in the kitchen or if this is how their food is all the time. But…read morefor my first experience with them, it wasn't overall pleasing. I get times are hard, but with the way they priced the food, it wasn't worth it honestly. I had ordered the lemon pepper fried catfish strips, they were honestly decent, wish they made their own in house tartar to serve with it instead. I also ordered 6 piece garlic parmesan wings with two sides, mac and cheese and red beans and rices. Wings were small and the sauce over the wings were overpowering and instantly made the chicken lose its crispy texture. Mac and cheese needed more flavoring. Red beans and rice were decent to me as well. I can never pass up banana pudding so I wanted to give it a try... honestly the biggest disappointment of everything I had ordered. No actual bananas in it. No nilla wafers, they put graham crackers instead. It was banana flavored pudding, but right off the bat you know the pudding and whipped cream on top gave super artificial flavor. I wanted to try more items, but everything I had mentioned came up to about $80. I'm glad I didn't lose out on any more money on food I could've made myself at home. I thought I'd pay for convenience but it's true when they say Seattle/WA isn't up to par with Soul Food. I do wish this company well.

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