Love love love!! When we arrived 30 mins before closing and…read morethere's about 40-50 ppl here with a line out the door, you know it's going to be good!!! We got a matcha float with mochi and a hojicha float with mochi. We love the hojicha better. The matcha is prob one of the better I've tasted, but not often you can find hojicha ice cream and milk tea. It was creamy and mildly sweet. So good, refreshing and satisfying! The mochi were ok. It was very bland and not sweet at all. I do prefer my mochi to have a little sweetness to them, like a sweet bite. This was like chewing a bigger non sweet boba ball. So I'd pass on the mochi here and maybe do all ice cream. If ever we're in Seattle would visit again. Update: we came here a few yrs later. The drinks were still good as ever. My husband got a frappe and loved it. We had a salmon bowl which was decent. Not something I would order again here but we were so hungry from traveling and meeting friends, we needed some food. This time no line out the door. We got a seat inside. We came in June this yr, nice weather outside but inside was super hot as they did not run the AC. They had the windows/doors open but no breeze and mosquitos were inside attacking. I can't imagine a good breeze when the cafe is wedged btw two huge buildings. It made our visit this time very stifling.

This is a very nice space to sit and chat with friends in, and the drinks are fancier and nicer…read morethan a standard bubble tea location. My drink (red bean brown sugar latte) was obviously extremely sweet but it was pretty good with plenty of red bean. My one complaint is that they don't have boba straws, which is a bit baffling to me. Sure they don't technically sell boba but the red bean topping in my drink was constantly stuck in the straw because its so narrow! Seems like an odd oversight. I had to use a spoon to eat the red bean by itself at the end.

The waterfront location of Pike Place Chowder is absolutely packed whenever you see it - especially…read moreduring the summer. The fact that you can get the exact same thing on the fourth floor of a practically abandoned mall is pretty crazy. I had their 'famous' New England clam chowder, which comes with clams (obviously), bacon, cream, and herbs & spices. To be clear, I'm not a clam chowder expert, so take my word with a grain of salt. But this one is really damn good. It's the same quality across both locations, and they serve the same excellent chowder. There are just so many flavors in here. From the creaminess of the soup, to the saltiness of the clams and bacon, to the earthiness and nuttiness of the spices. Adding the oyster crackers in there gives it that extra textural contrast as well with the crunchiness. What also stands out is how fresh the clams feel - not like canned clams at all. The soup has the perfect consistency as well. This feels like a thoroughly engineered recipe that has taken many iterations to perfect, and I can see why this has supposedly won awards in New England-level competitions. When restaurants say things like "we won the best X in [city known for food X], often I roll my eyes, but this is the rare case where I actually believe that could happen. The 8oz cup cost around 10 bucks, which is a pretty solid deal. It's not a huge portion but also not small either. Overall, if you're looking for excellent clam chowder without waiting in any line, come to this location. 9/10

We visited Pike Place Chowder after hearing all of the hype about it being an award-winning…read morerestaurant and serving the best clam chowder in the United States. Unfortunately, our experience did not live up to the reputation. The clam chowder was just average. It wasn't bad, but it certainly wasn't memorable or deserving of the accolades we had read about. The slice of sourdough bread served with it was extremely dry and tasted stale, which was disappointing given Seattle's reputation for great sourdough. We also ordered the cod fish and chips, and the fish tasted like frozen, pre-breaded cod rather than fresh fish. The coating was crispy; although, the fish did taste fresh. Overall, we left feeling that the restaurant was overrated. We had expected a standout meal based on its reputation, but instead found the food to be average at best. While the service was fine and the line moved efficiently, we wouldn't make a point to return or recommend it as a must-visit dining experience in Seattle.

I keep coming back to DZ two or three times a month. I love their soup dumplings and the cucumbers…read moreare a visual and taste delight. There is an online waitlist through the Toast app, which is a great way to save yourself some time. https://tables.toasttab.com/dough-zone-pine-street/joinWaitlist?deeplink=true Dough Zone has a new QR code order system, which is very convenient and works for everything except alcoholic beverages. You can open a tab and then order more items whenever you feel like it. That's great, since it can take a little while to get the attention of the waitstaff. You need to order alcohol from an actual human being. Do bring ID - I'm in my 50's, and I still get carded every time.

We fined here twice on a recent trip and high days we're satisfied with the food compared to a…read morerecently opened dumpling restaurant across the street from our hotel. Both times we ordered the cucumber dish as well as the green onion pancakes because they were delish. The pancakes were thin and crispy and the cucumbers were pickled and came as 2 pieces, wound in a spiral mound. On the first night we had pork XLB, full of bursting soup upon a bite. The fried rice was Ok but Hubby liked more than I did. The second night, we tried Dan Dan noodle. It was pretty spicy but had a nice flavor. We tried the chicken XLB instead. I preferred the pork XLB over the chicken. We also tried the pork pan fried buns, cane as 4 pieces and I liked them better than the XLB. Servers are nice but not very attentive. You place your order on the QR code and they basically bring you the dishes and drinks. Food arrived quickly.

The service was great and incredibly fast! We arrived just before the lunch rush and were seated…read moreimmediately. The staff gave us the perfect amount of time to look over the menu and decide what we wanted. We ordered the Spicy Beef Soup with mild spice, and it was delicious. The portions were perfect, although I was definitely shocked when it first came out in what looked like a huge bowl! We also tried the Special Prime Rib Dry Noodles, and the meat was incredibly tender--it practically fell off the bone. Everything was reasonably priced, especially compared to another noodle restaurant we had considered. The passion fruit tea was also delicious and was the perfect complement to the spicy noodles. It quenched our thirst and helped cool down the heat. We also ordered the scallion pancakes, which were good, although I wish there had been a little more scallion. The atmosphere was calm and relaxed, and everyone seemed to be enjoying their meals. Overall, a great spot for noodles with generous portions, friendly service, and reasonable prices. I'd definitely come back!

Lively spot in cap hill w solid noodles! For a casual dinner- gets pretty active w big groups…read more quick and speedy service, and since it is cap hill there is limited street parking unless u park inside the qfc parking lot close by. dish portions are huge, but i thought the noodles were a bit too wheaty/cakey. Like too thick. I really liked the beef rib, the meat was tender and seasoned well, but it is seasonal so check out their seasonal specials for sure. Upstairs is their paper fan cocktail bar, but it was closed when I wanted to go.

I came in for lunch and had a great experience. There are lots of options with pictures on the…read moremenu, so ordering was easy. I had the spicy miso ramen. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the noodles were just right. The ramen egg was perfect consistency. Clean restaurant with lots of seating options including tables and a bar for single diners. Food was quick to arrive.

Food was okay. Not the best ramen I've had here in Seattle. Ramen DANBO in capitol hill is the…read morebest. Seemed like the broth was a bit watered down too However, service was quick and efficient. Interior design is calming and relaxing with Japandi aesthetic.

I really liked this spot! I had known about nohm for a while but never found the desire to go…read morebecause it just seemed like a more expensive version of FOB. However I decided to check it out since it's a lot closer to where I live and was craving some sushi. Their selection isn't as big as FOB's but it's still very generous. They have inari, rolls, and nigiri - they do limit the number of "expensive" nigiri you can get though which does kind of suck. I tried a few rolls and a few nigiri. They all tasted really fresh, and I like how they aren't as enormous and one-note tasting as FOB's. Everything tasted unique! This should do the job to satisfy the sushi cravings :)

Nohm is a very good quick lunch option if you're in the area. I love all the rolls; the rolls and…read morefish were very fresh. On average they come out to $2/piece. The business is quite small and shares a space with Artly coffee.

We were in the area for a movie and were walking around Pacific Place mall when the host from…read moreHaidilao noticed us looking at their menu. They told us they had happy hour after 9:00 PM with 31% off everything on the menu. Happy hour?! What a surprise! I thought they only had happy hour midday. I was recovering from a cold and soup sounded great, so we walked right in. ​The last time we were here was a year ago during our annual Seattle trip. The tomato soup is our favorite, but we decided to have that along with the gold chicken and fish maw soup this time. The fish maw soup is very collagen-rich and comforting to drink. ​We also ordered the beef sirloin slices, lamb shoulder, and pork belly, all of which were top quality. ​What I like about Haidilao is the variety of items you can use to make your own sauce. Every time you come, it's a bit of a "choose your own adventure." ​Definitely one of our favorite places to visit!

Service was good but the problem was that the food wasn't, which is a surprise because I've been to…read moreat least 5 other haidilao locations (3 in Cali, Canada, China). Each haidilao is different and even the menus are different. This one has a combo set menu which I was excited to try. The meat in set A was just... Bad. The brisket was way too fatty like 75% fat and not much lean meat. The lamb which I normally love was tough. And the pork was gamey. I was beside myself. Some things I expected because it was almost 9:00 p.m., such as the sauce bar and dessert bar running out of ingredients, but bad meat? Even worse, we got stomach problems this morning... The only saving grace was that the server was very apologetic and let us upgrade to set menu B. To meat there was... Acceptable. And yes, that includes the wagyu beef. Which shocks me because HL has been remarkably consistent for me, and the wagyu at Cupertino or Arcadia are terrific. This wagyu set felt a bit old and beefy, though okay enough. The soft serve ice cream machine was also out of order so no sweet ending. Having stomach problems afterward was just insult to injury. Sorry to say we probably won't come back to this location.

I was craving true authentic onigiri and I found Sankaku!! Her onigiri is comforting, and made with…read morereal care. The rice is perfectly seasoned and fluffy, and each filling has that clean, honest flavor that makes you want to try every single one!!! My favorite was miso nasu onigiri. We ordered several and we loved how fresh everything was, and the variety is perfect whether you're craving something classic like salmon or something more unique. If you're looking for a quick bite that feels homemade and authentic, Sankaku Onigiri is the place. It's one of those spots you visit once and immediately add to your regular rotation.

We've been here twice for special birthday trips into Seattle and their onigiri is some of the best…read moreI've ever had (including the ones I make at home). Perfect rice to "filling" ratio, great flavor combos, and an adorable little booth inside a market. I also get their miso and it's delicious. Miso isn't burnt, perfect amount of dashi broth to miso paste.

Excellent vegan chowder and friendly staff. I usually get take away as the lines waiting for…read moreseating are so long. The food is pricey but worth it!

best chowder we've ever had - by far!!! We used the online ordering which was super easy and fast!read more

Great authentic spot for ramen and more. Tried the tsukemen ramen and it was a total umami flavor…read morebomb. The dipping sauce was so flavorful and gave the chewy noodles an intense bite. My only complaint would be the char shu could have been more tender. The chicken karaage was on point with the perfect balance of garlic, ginger , and soy, then fried to light crispness. We sat in the indoor/outdoor area, and that was awesome. Cool breeze, nice fresh air.

I stayed with normal ramen instead of the tsukemen style. I got tonkatsu black. Broth was…read moreexcellent but only one piece of cha shu. My wife and son got the tsukemen style and also combo. Thick noodle for the tsukemen style and thin for normal ramen. I always like my noodle thick. Wonder if I can sub thick noodle for normal ramen. I think the combo is well worth the price. My son's karaage is good size along with ice jasmine tea. Definitely a good place to try their normal or tsukemen ramen. Service was good and food came out quick.