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    Din Tai Fung

    4.2 (3.1k reviews)
    ModerateTaiwanese, Chinese
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Shrimp & Kurobuta Pork Spicy Wontons (8 each)
    Michael C.

    Din Tai Fung is a very famous and popular restaurant chain from Taiwan that specializes in xiao long bao (aka soup dumpling). They are made fresh from scratch and you can see the staff members make them in the open kitchen. Besides xiao long bao, they serve various dumplings, fried rice, noodles, vegetables, and desserts. Everything tastes delicious. My favorite things to order: - hot and sour soup - pork xiao long bao - shrimp and pork spicy wontons (the sauce is amazing: it is a sweet and spicy sauce that you can use the extra sauce to drizzle onto other dishes like fried rice) -Chocolate and mochi xiao long bao ( a nice dessert that is like a dumpling filled with lava chocolate, although I can't really taste the mochi part) The dishes are meant to be sharable so everyone can have a few bites and enjoy the variety. Be aware, the restaurant is pricey as you need to order several dishes to be full.

    Pork soup dumplings, Cucumber Salad, green String Beans with Garlic, Sweet & Sour Pork Baby Back Ribs
    Haley S.

    We had a 7:00 reservation and got seated immediately! Food was delicious, service was attentive and the vibes were high! We ordered the cucumber salad, baby back ribs, chicken fried rice, pork soup dumplings, garlic string beans, spicy noodles, chocolate dumplings for dessert, and a few drinks. Our total was around $150 which felt like a very reasonable price for everything we got!

    Garlic green beans
    Michele F.

    A friend and I stopped in for dinner because neither of us had ever eaten at a Din Tai Fung. We went on a Monday night and arrived before the dinner rush so we were able to sit at the bar and order right away. We shared a plate of garlic green beans and I got chicken dumplings while my friend ordered vegan dumplings. Both dumplings came out steamy hot. The garlic green beans were great, nice and garlicky. My friend really liked her vegan dumplings and my chicken dumplings were good but each time I bit into one, a bunch of hot liquid gushed out which I was not expecting. By the time we left there were huge crowds waiting to get in. I'm glad we finally got an opportunity to try this restaurant. There were a lot of other great looking dishes that people around us were eating, so next time I'm back in the area I'd be interested to try something else.

    Kid friendly!
    Rebecca H.

    It is so loud in there. It's a well oiled machine and they get people in and out. I'm bummed that the menu has really been reduced, and some of our favorites are gone. The best part of the meal was Holly, the server, who was so professional and helpful. I don't know that I would go back to this location given how loud and chaotic it is.

    Vegan Shanghai Rice Cakes Chicken Fried Noodles
    Aditi P.

    A hit for a reason! Always recommend joining the waitlist on Yelp ahead of time if you can! Service is good and usually pretty quick turnaround between being seated and getting your food even when the restaurant is packed (which it usually is)! Lots of vegetarian/vegan options which I appreciate. Recommend doing family style since it's more fun to try some of multiple different foods. Shanghai rice cakes and the spicy noodles are personal favorites but wouldn't recommend the rice cakes if that's your only meal just because the flavor can get a little boring almost.

    Sweet & Sour Pork Baby Back Ribs
    Bon H.

    One of our family favorites! Consistent, quick, and popular. It's a place that once you sit and order on the form and pass it to the server, the food comes out quickly which we like. It can get a little noisy as the restaurant is usually packed. We got lucky and didn't have a wait on a Sunday mid afternoon around 2 at U Village. I do like to watch the window where the dumplings are being prepared. So quick! Din Tai Fung is known for the soup dumplings which are delicious .... But my favorite is the spicy won ton. The signature spicy sauce has a lot of great flavors in it. I like to use the sauce on the other dumplings as well. The most flavorful meat is the kurobuta pork in the various dumplings. :) Enjoy!

    Chicken Xiao Long Bao (10 each)
    Lulu T.

    My coworker, who has never had dim sum before, was very excited to visit and I was curious how this location compared, having gone to the Taipei 101 location. Overall the experience held up! We didn't have to wait too long, maybe 20 minutes, and we're sat as soon as we got the phone notification. Service was a bit slow but we enjoyed the time chatting and the food came out pretty quick. The meal was overall very tasty, though I wish there was more filling in the large bao buns. The spicy peanut noodles were VERY tasty though, and the cucumber salad was a good accompaniment. Overall it was a fun experience and would go back if someone else was set on going.

    Kurobuta Pork Buns (2 each)
    Erica W.

    I don't generally review big chains, but I am quite fond of Din Tai Fung. As a picky eater I have always feared venturing outside the box. I don't like veggies, and am a total food wimp. Even so, I am able to find a lot of "Erica safe" options at DTF. My favorites: Chicken Fried Noodles, Xiao Long Bao (Chicken), Chicken Spicy Wontons, Chicken Dumplings, and Kurobuta Pork Buns. My husband and mother ordered the pork chop fried rice the last time we went. The pork chop was delicious! (They loved the fried rice!) It all hits the spot every time! I am a huge fan of Din Tai Fung!

    Lychee martini
    Anna J.

    Did I come here after going to Dough Zone because I wanted dessert? Yes..., guilt as charged. We walked in on a Monday night and got a table for two near the bar really easily, which was great for drinks. We got a lychee martini, which is classic and of course, for dessert we got the chocolate XLB, the chocolate buns and the sea salt cream to go with it. Everything was delicious as usual and really good worth the extra trip.

    Maureen M.

    Oh my! What a wonderful culinary experience. A group of us descended upon Din Tai Fung after a film at the Pacific Place AMC tonight. We sampled a variety of delectables to enjoy family style. To begin, we were each served a tiny plate (palate cleanser) of pickled ginger. My faves? Xiao Long Bao (the renowned soup dumplings) and the String Beans with Garlic. Dessert? Yes, please! Try the amazing Chocolate and Mochi XLB and the Red Bean Buns. The service was attentive, helpful, and friendly. Tip: if you happen to be a bit hard of hearing, or value hearing your dining companions, request the semi-private dining area. I wish they'd lose the mega televisions up front, but that's a pipe dream.

    Sarah K.

    We were waiting two plus hours for our table but the host was able to get us in before we hit the 3 hour mark thankfully! The dumplings and noodles here were delicious. Highly recommend trying the spicy noodles and soup dumplings. The Shanghai rice cakes were good but needed more flavor. We also got the plum sake and it was nice and sweet. The spicy chicken wontons are tangy with a hint of spice. Tbh, the spice levels weren't super spicy. The service was quick and we got our food within 15 minutes. We'll definitely be back!!

    Chicken Xiao Long Bao (10 each)
    Nancy D.

    We stopped by after my daughter's appointment at Seattle children's, we were excited to try this out because we are actually from Arizona and they opened one here but it's impossible to get in. The wait time here was short, which was nice. The food came out quickly, but our drinks took longer than expected. Our food was out before our soda and lemonade was brought to a table. Food was wonderful and just as people described. The only bad review I have is the appetizer which was the ribs it had nothing but fat so we didn't really enjoy those.

    Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao (10 each)
    Vicki S.

    Unless you've been living under a rock, Din Tai Fung is a world-renowned Taiwanese restaurant staple known for their handmade soup dumplings (Xiao Long Bao). My other favorite dishes are their Shrimp Fried Rice, Green String Beans with Garlic, and Spicy Wontons. I don't think I've ever been to a DTF that didn't have long lines and the dining rooms weren't packed with diners because the food really tastes that good, is reliable, and exceptional in quality. I'm not sure about all their locations, but I was able to make a reservation for my group of 3 people at their University Village restaurant in Seattle. A plus of this location is the ample parking in their adjacent parking structure and surrounding parking lots. Plus, you can do some shopping or window-shopping while you wait for them to call you when your table is ready. If you're craving Asian food and don't mind the hustle and bustle of a busy restaurant, go to Din Tai Fung and see what all the hype and fuss is about for yourself!

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    Great food. Great service. A very special experience. Elegant simplicity. Great venue.

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    Can I check my reservation on line?

    Hello Judy, You can check your reservation online through Yelp under the “Upcoming Reservations”… 

    Gift certificates-are they available?

    They are, you can buy at the restaurant or online

    How do I cancel my reservation?

    You can easily cancel by calling the restaurant.

    Is there a free parking at the restaurant?

    There's plenty of parking at the mall. Free parking garages available.

    Is there a dress code?

    Hi Richard, our restaurants do not have a dress code.

    Can I bring a birthday cake?

    Hi Rick! You are very welcome to bring a cake to our restaurant. If you need any plates for the cake, please notify your server during your visit. We hope to see you soon!

    Does DTF accept any walk ins right now or is it 100% reservation?

    Yes they do accept walk ins though the wait might be quiet long

    Are dogs allowed for outdoor seating?

    Dogs are allowed in the outdoor tent.

    What's the current outdoor dining situation? Is it heated?!

    It is not heated as of 11/25. However it is fully covered so you can eat if it is raining outside.

    What is the average wait time to get a seat in the patio on Sunday lunch during covid times since indoor dining is closed?? Anyone know how big their patio is and how many tables they have?

    Sunday lunch could be 30-1hr wait due to limited tables. Their patio is pretty big! Now they have 14tables with barriers in between tables. Btw they don't take reservations, walk-in only for outdoor seating

    Is the milk tea non-dairy?

    Milk tea at any non vegan place is always real milk. That is unless you request soy milk. Most places will accommodate that because it is often requested. So always request soy if it is not clear on the menu.

    Do they do anything special for birthdays?

    They can put a candle on their rice cake for you.

    Do they have Truffle pork XLB?

    They do have them but we prefer the traditional pork only. Truffle didn't add a lot except price.

    Do the servers come around pushing carts with food (so you can see what they are before choosing), or do you have to just mark the things you want on a piece of paper? We often don't know what something's called and would like to see the food first!

    They do not, but there are pictures on the menu (you have a big picture menu and then mark off on the paper) and everyone is really helpful. They thing with dumplings though, is it's all on the inside, so they all look pretty much the same on the… 

    Do they have things that are gluten free?

    They have two soups that are, but none of the good stuff (dumplings / noodles). Probably some veggie items as well.

    Do they serve shrimp shau mai or any dumplings that are only shrimp? Update: they do not?

    No, Din Tai Fung DOES NOT have shrimp only dumplings. The only seafood dumpling without pork is fish dumplings.

    What is the price range?

    I would say 25-35 dollars per person. Last time I went with one other person, I paid around 63 with drinks.

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    Biang Biang Noodles

    4.4
    (1.8k reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Women-owned & operated

    I officially ALWAYS take people here whenever they visit…read more We always get some variant that's got the mala spicy beef dry mix. One or two big plush noodles plus all the seasonings and oil oil oil to boot. What's not to love. Keep your loved ones close but your Tums closer with this one. The spicy oiliness of it all sends you to heaven and to heartburn. The apps aren't bad either but it's a heaping bowl- I almost always have leftovers (pro tip is to boil more noodles at home and add them so the meal literally keeps giving for a while) Go early or be prepared to wait. The turnover is wicked fast here you literally order and get your noodles like 1 minute later, and it's majorly slurpable so I feel like you finish pretty quick! Also there's a nice fish tank to look at while you're seated.

    I found this place very overrated - bad service and mediocre food. We ordered the signature mala…read morepork and beef noodle soup and a summer special prime rib dry noodle, popcorn chicken, the baijo high ball and yuzu coco cocktails. The signature noodle was much better than the prime rib esp considering price. The hand pulled noodles are def good - chewy and thick. Soup was flavorful. Pork was moist and tender but beef much less so. The prime rib noodles were ok but not sure worth the up charge. The drinks were not good. The popcorn chicken was ok. I think what stood out for me was the poor customer service. Our waitress clearly did not want to be there and it came across when we asked for water, napkins, etc. That flies when the food is great but in this case it was ok. I think wha

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    Lychee Martini , Biang Biang Mule , Lychee Beer , THAI Iced Tea, and Yuzu Shuwah

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    Lychee Martini , Biang Biang Mule , Lychee Beer , THAI Iced Tea, and Yuzu Shuwah
    Gourmet Noodle Bowl

    Gourmet Noodle Bowl

    4.1
    (563 reviews)
    4.6 mi
    $$

    Solid 4 star Taiwanese restaurant and the service by the boss brings it top to 4.5. When I visited,…read morethere were two employees running the whole business. Both of them were super friendly and really made the visit special since I felt at home. The popcorn chicken was really top tier and a new go to. I got the personal hotpot and loved that I could customize what I wanted inside. The chili oil wontons were pretty solid but I think din tai Fung has a better sauce. Overall, I would recommend gourmet noodle bowl as a solid Taiwanese spot and I'll definitely be back!

    Gourmet Noodle Bowl was my 3rd stop on the recent LNY Food Walk. As I walked in, I found that the…read moreinterior really reminded me of a old fashioned restaurant in Taiwan based on the decor and the table set up. The menu looked pretty authentic, so I was excited to order and dig into the $6 Food Walk special. The restaurant makes ordering easy: there's a kiosk right in the front for takeout, or for eat-in, there's a QR code to place an online order at each table. It's a pretty casual place, with self service water and bussing after the meal. Braised Pork Over Rice ($6) - The menu shows a picture of minced pork rice (滷肉飯), but this is actually braised pork belly rice (焢肉飯). They include two small pieces of pork belly, fatty and flavorful, braised until tender. There's half a braised egg, cooked homestyle (e.g. until there's a green ring around the yolk), which is quite flavorful just by itself, being marinated and braised for hours. Some pickled veggies helps cut through some of the fat. The special part of this dish is of course the meat juices and braising liquid that soaks to the rice. It adds a bit of a sweet and soy element as well as fat to help make the rice even more tender, yet not mushy. (4/5) The food I ate tasted pretty good, and the menu is interesting enough to revisit. Seems like Gourmet Noodle Bowl is another win on the Food Walk front! Note: They also offered a Food Walk $6 "Shin Ramen Bowl" special that I didn't get. Based on the name, is it just instant ramen?

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    Kedai Makan

    Kedai Makan

    4.2
    (1.6k reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    We came here for dinner…read more Food: The dish we got with the chickpea and tofu curry was mind blowing. The flavor profile is a mix of Indian and Asian so if you like that type of food, you will definitely love the different taste of food at this restaurant. The quantity was appreciable, one dish is enough for two people to share, which I really appreciate in this market as a lot of other vendors are decreasing the quantity of food. It came with cucumbers and fried peanuts, both which added another taste element to the dish. We also had the coconut curry noodles, also delicious and would be even more amazing on a rainy day. We got both with tofu and vegetarian options. However, I am confident that with chicken or prawns it would be equally if not more delicious. Service: We were seated quickly, they came to get our orders very fast, and the food came promptly as well. Ambience: It is a Malaysian restaurant and the inside decor is really neat and a fun experience. It's a great day spot or also a great spot for families. If you've never tried Malaysian food, this is a great place to start, and if you're a connoisseur, still recommend giving this place a try!

    place is nice with great layout and ambiance. staffs are attentive, polite, and nice. service is…read morequite fast. for foods: * kerabu timun nanas: fresh and yummy but may be if you can put an option for the spicy, it will he great. give some crackers will make even better cause love the sauce though... * nasi lemak with chicken curry: ok but the rice is a bit too sweet. suggestion: giving some crackers and toast the rice or nasi with fried pearl onion slices will be more yummy ~ lol... * chili pan mee: ok... four stars from me and will say a bit expensive...

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    A+ Hong Kong Kitchen

    A+ Hong Kong Kitchen

    4.2
    (788 reviews)
    4.5 mi
    $$

    We came specifically to try the clay pot rice, and it did not disappoint. The spareribs were…read moremarinated with black bean paste and garlic, and the rice was cooked perfectly, with crispy, slightly charred edges and bottom. With just the right amount of their house-seasoned soy sauce, it was perfection. The restaurant is small, and the dining room was completely full and buzzing with conversation. The AC was also extremely weak--to the point that it felt almost nonexistent. There were basically only two staff members serving the entire room, so while they weren't overly attentive, our water was refilled promptly and empty plates were cleared quickly. It was so loud that the waitress misheard our shrimp order, so we ended up waiting a little longer for the correct dish. However, it still arrived before the clay pot rice. We had already been warned that the clay pot rice takes more than 20 minutes to prepare, so it wasn't a problem. Overall, I really enjoyed dining here and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for legitimate, fast-casual Cantonese food. Just look around the dining room--it was about 99% Chinese diners, so you know it's the real deal.

    Small, noisy restaurant. Was a little warm/ stuffy when we went (summer evening). It felt like we…read morewere in Hong Kong. My husband commented it's nice because we don't need to worry about our kids being loud since no one can hear them LOL Food is generous proportion, very delicious. We got 3 meals (2 rice plates, 1 baked spaghetti plate and a mango drink) for $61 before tips Our food did take a little longer than other tables but I think it was because what we ordered. We had about half a dish left over for each dish! One server was very kind, the other was ok but it was very busy so he's probably exhausted and it was late Restaurant is small but we sat comfortably. If you don't mind it being loud it's actually great and made me feel at home ... definitely will come again, food is delicious!!

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    Black bean sauce spare ribs in clay pot
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    Noodle/Bar

    Noodle/Bar

    4.0
    (75 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    I grabbed lunch here with a friend on a Monday!…read more It was not crowded at all. They were out of buckwheat noodles - a little strange as a noodle bar? Anyways.... I had the garlic chicken rice bowl ($20) - I was not expecting the chicken to be so light and crispy fried. The jasmine rice and cucumber salad were also nice. The inside is bright and clean and spacious.

    Noodle/Bar is by the same group that runs Plenty of Clouds, and being a fan of PoC, I wanted to try…read moreNoodle/Bar, which seems to be the more casual sibling to PoC. I came in for lunch on a workday on my own, and was pleasantly surprised by how much seating there is in this location and how quickly I got seated (ie immediately). The place isn't dead by any means, but isn't overrun like a lot of places closer to the main SLU drag can get during the lunch rush. They have a focused food menu, with a handful of soupy options, a handful of saucy options, and some sides/starters. As I was trying to just get a quick lunch, I went for just a bowl of the spicy peanut noodles. Probably would have ordered more if I had time for a more leisurely lunch with company, but the bowl that I got was the perfect amount for one person. The combination of the creamy, savory peanut sauce coating the noodles, with the crunchy tangy smashed cucumbers, is lovely. I will say that the noodles are...not spicy. Service was very efficient, and I was actually in and out within a half hour (by my own choice, I did not feel rushed out at all). It is not a cheap lunch, as my total bill with tax and 20% tip came out to just under $25. But it is definitely nice if you want to treat yourself to a nice lunch in a peaceful spot.

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    Sesame noodles with tofu and mushrooms
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