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    Mama Xita BBQ

    4.4 (150 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Spicy Chicken Feet & Buldak Ramen W/Cheese Spicy Chicken Feet & Buldak Ramen W/Cheese
    Lisa L.

    Long wait times, need to put your name and party size on the waitlist at the kiosk in person, can't join online. There is parking in the building, but make sure to get your parking validated before you leave. It was my first time trying a Chinese and Korean fusion bbq. They had good quality meat and included unlimited banchan. The sesame paste dipping sauce was really tasty. We got a set combo for 4-5 and a few additional dishes, and it was plenty of food for 6 people. I like that the tables are large, and I didn't smell like bbq afterwards.

    Ron M.

    Super cool ambiance with outstanding presentation, but the food taste is off for those used to Korean and Japanese food. The service was good but at times it felt like a budget conveyor belt sushi place in Japan . Overall it is a nice try but a miss and too expensive for what you get.

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    Lisa D.

    We tried Mama Xita over the weekend and had a wonderful time. Validated parking is available at the Bellevue Connection Tower parking garage, which makes it very convenient. The restaurant is upscale, polished and modern, making it perfect or a celebration or elevated night out. We arrived outside of lunch hours and the restaurant were still quiet busy, I'd recommend planning ahead of time. We didn't have to wait for long and were seated shortly after arriving. Our server Nika was so lovely, she explained the entire menu to us, as well as her recommendation for different items on the menu. We went with her recommendation and got a 2-3 person set meal with original angus brisket and seaweed salad, and an order of thin-sliced beef tongue, for our group of 3. This was the right amount of meats as we were full and satisfied after. All the meat cuts in the set, as well as the beef tongue were super delicious. My personal favorite was the ginseng king angus prime steak, it was so juicy and tender. The set came with 6 side dishes with unlimited refills, the side dishes were very tasty! I like that they served a variety of Chinese and Korean sauces and spices to choose from, they all go very well with the meats. Throughout the meal, our server Nika was very attentive and periodically checked on us to see if she can bring us anything from additional scissors, to more side dishes, water and napkin. In some restaurants it might be hard to flag a server, but it is not the case at all here, and it made our experience so much more enjoyable. I'll definitely come back soon.

    Julia Z.

    This place is new I think! and I was very excited to try it this weekend. The wait was ~1.5 hours so I think a little long for what I prefer. The flavor of the meats were soooo good. I honestly think it was one of the better kbbq places I've been. And the sides were delicious! I liked ALL of them, and especially the cucumber/cabbage and tofu ones. I think our server (Amar) really made our evening though-- we ordered three meats and the veggie basket, and one of the meats was fatty enough that things started going on fire, and he came to rescue us. After that, he helped explain how to cook the remaining meats, gave us quick refills on banchan, explained the membership program (didn't get it this time, but if I'm coming back more frequently, maybe I will). Honestly if I think about this too much longer, I might get the membership just to remind myself to come back hahaha. I think one of the detractors of the location is the wait time, which I think is slightly exacerbated by the fact that they only seem to have 4+ sized seating? I would consider coming by alone (and even this time I went with one other person), but the wait would be the same regardless of party size, which isn't great for someone like me :(

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    Charlie T.

    It is always fun to find new places to eat and i am glad that we got to check this place out. The only negative thing would be the wait time as we put our name on the list and waited for a little over an hour. The service here is pretty good with our server checking up on us occasionally. I did like the quality of meat and also the dipping sauces that they had. We ordered a 4-5 group meal combo as well as adding a couple of extra dishes like the japchae and the. Bingsu dessert.

    Nikita B.

    Amazing!!! We came during the soft opening and had the best experience. Jen was our server and she was so attentive and gave us great recommendations. The food was so flavorful! We came with three of us and ordered their 3-4 person meal. Which was the perfect amount for us! The ambiance inside looks so modern and nice. I will def be back again and can't wait!

    Aindra T.

    Came during soft opening. Weekday around 5:30pm and we had to wait about 45 min for a party of 5. We got the set meal + seafood pancake, which was plenty for our group. But if you have some big-eaters you'd probably want to order more. The set came with about 8-9 different cuts of meat. The cuts varied in quality and the a5 definitely did not taste like a5. But overall the meats were pretty good. As a note, the servers do not cook the meat for you here. At this price point for kbbq I feel like they should. The banchan was pretty slow to be refilled (on the kitchen side we were told) and we didn't get kimchi at all until halfway through our meal. I do recognize it was soft opening and Im sure they're still working out their kinks. I would want to come back when they have their grand opening.

    Doug T.

    Really liked the food Korean Chinese Ambiance is higher end.. it's in the old rock bottom so there is only so much you can do I think they just soft launched so the servers haven't quite figured it out yet. They will. Go back in a couple months

    2-3 person combo set (soup not pictured)
    Amber N.

    Lovely experience! Quality meats and excellent service! We ordered the 2-3 person combo set which came with selected meats, soup, sides, lettuce, and sauces. With two of us, it was honestly a perfect amount of food. (soup not included in pic) Ben was our server and he was top tier if I'm being honest. Before we even had to ask, Ben was already offering more sides. He is friendly and personable. The decor was modern and sleek, I did notice that we didn't reek of bbq meat after our meal, which I really appreciated. I'd say the only major downside was the wait. We came on a Tuesday during dinner time and were quoted 30 mins-1.5 hours. I think luckily they validate parking and the location is located conveniently near the Bellevue Square mall so we spent our wait time there.

    4-5 Group Menu
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    Will lead with the fact that like many Chubby Club chains, they do ask for reviews at the end and have an internal competition about best service among staff. That's why you'll notice a lot of reviews for a newer place plus tons of names being dropped. No reservations now during their opening. Join the waitlist in person and chill at Don't Yell At Me for drinks or walk around Bellevue. That being said, huge 5* shoutout to Micah (Moo) for his attentive and enthusiastic service. I was shocked by Mama Xita because I genuinely had low expectations, but the quality of food and service exceeded expectations. Our party of 5 may not have all left a review, so please count this as a collective, unanimous opinion for Micah. Have to knock down a star because their online menu is misleading and has changed a bit. Prices are a bit higher as we saw $174 in person, $168 online for the 4-5 Group Meal and roughly $20 off with membership. Transparency wise, I am a member of the paid Chubby Club membership which gives a discount on various items, so for 5 people we paid around $45-$50 each after tax and tip. Honestly, not too bad of a price but expect maybe $5-$10 more per person without a membership. Regarding the 4-5 Group Set, contrary to their online menu, there was no soft tofu soup. Instead, they offered seaweed soup (no ability to choose). There was also no lettuce wrap set but instead, there were greens provided with various meats. These greens were on the dryer end, not the typical lettuce wrap (ssam) for BBQ. All the meats are delicious and cook very fast on their terrific grills. Most of them are on the sweeter end with some marination, but nothing too overwhelming. For dessert, we were really excited to get some bingsu but looks like that's also off the menu. They have thick toast and some ice cream available. Hopefully they add it in the future, as it was shown before (and perhaps exists at other locations? Unsure).

    Tammy L.

    I was recommended this place by a family member, and I brought my mother here for Mother's Day, and she absolutely loved it! Vince made the experience amazing. He was incredibly welcoming, kind, and took the time to explain everything to us. The food was delicious and came out quickly, the prices were reasonable, and the ambiance felt clean, warm, and inviting. Overall, it was such a great experience. I would definitely recommend this place to others and would love to come back again! She got to pick a rose upon walking in :)

    Xiaoyin L.

    Everything tastes the same, all meat tastes exactly same flavor. Also How can the service be this bad.

    Tim C.

    Amazing experience. Decor, service from Diego- all great from start to finish. I sometimes am a bit wary about chubby cattle chains given they can focus more on quantity over quality, but this place was excellent value with great quality meats. The set was portioned perfectly, and the banchans were great. I loved their thick cut beef tongue as well. Will definitely be back!

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    16 days ago

    the service is good. Our service Micah helps us a lot. Food is normal. Great environment.

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    Great food and service. Our server Ben is amazing. We had really good time having dinner at Friday night

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    We love Mia! Food was good too. And John is the best manager - he runs a nice operation.

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    Micah's the best! Great service and good energy. Meat was so good! The restaurant itself is nice too and they provide parking validation.

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    Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup

    Daeho Kalbijjim and Beef Soup

    4.3
    (489 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$$

    These folks probably need another great review like Elon Musk needs an increase in his allowance,…read morebut fairness demands that I not keep silent regarding my enjoyment of this restaurant: THE ROSES: Ample dedicated parking. The staff is gracious, prompt, professional, and - I hope no one objects when I say this - rather attractive. Generous portions and reasonable prices for what you're getting. The food is nothing sort of legendary - bold flavors and dishes have the perfect balance of sweet, heat, savory, and umami. THE THORNS: None significant enough to mention. NEITHER ROSE NOR THORN: It is important to note that this place is insanely popular with the area's Korean community. The restaurant is quite busy Thursday thru Sunday, and significant waits for a table are likely. Monday thru Wednesday is your best time for going and getting a table without a wait. The price of some dishes, like their signature offering, Kalbijjim, might give you a pause ($80+). It is important to keep in mind this is made to order, and one serving can easily serve four regular appetites. If you're just a couple, you're definitely going to be taking this home with you. This is not a bad thing, as Kalbijjim is one of those dishes that is even better the next day and doesn't suffer from reheating. THE VERDICT: Daeho Kalbijjim is extremely popular, and it's not hard to see why. The execute authentic Korean cuisine pretty much flawlessly with efficient and charming service. What else to you want in a restaurant? Highly recommend. Just try not to go on the busy days.

    I wanted to give this place a second chance because I know a lot of people really enjoy it, but…read moreunfortunately my experiences were underwhelming. As i always say go try it for yourself. The first time I visited, the quality of the meat cuts didn't impress me, and the soups lacked depth of flavor. I'm not talking about needing more salt--the broth itself just tasted flat. When you're paying close to $30 for a bowl of soup, I think it's reasonable to expect a higher level of quality and care to ingredients. The second visit was a mixed experience. To be fair, I was in the wrong. There is a clearly posted policy stating that your entire party must be present before being seated. My group was about seven minutes away, and since I had already checked in on Yelp and there were only two parties ahead of me with no one physically waiting, I asked if I could be seated and order while I waited. I had already been standing inside for about 10 minutes. I was told that although tables were available, seating me ahead of the other parties on the waitlist would be unfair. I understood the reasoning, but she had also asked prior for my order. Her explanation left me confused so i sheepishly said I understood the policy. She already seemed upset by the time i had gotten there. Sometimes we have off days i get that. This place is clearly hit or miss, I've got friends who absolutely swear by it. For me, though, it wasn't anything special and didn't justify the price. If you're looking for Korean food in the area, I've had better experiences with higher-quality dishes elsewhere, especially in Lynnwood.

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    Bon Korean Cuisine

    Bon Korean Cuisine

    4.0
    (109 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    One of my close friends recommended Bon Korean Cuisine and so I came here with a couple of friends…read morefor lunch the other day. Bon is located in the same plaza as H-Mart and so they have a shared parking lot or you could walk over from Redmond Town Center which is just a block away. The inside is surprisingly large with at least twenty tables, which is bigger than most Korean restaurants that I've seen on the Eastside. At 11:45am on a Saturday, my group of three had no problem getting a table. Their menu is extensive and has all the Korean food classics including seafood pancake, soondubu (stone pot tofu soup), galbi jjim (beef stew), Toppokki, bibimbap, and cold noodles (spicy and non-spicy versions). Their entrees are around $20 each, but some larger hot pot dishes (meant for 2-3 people) can be up to $70. I ordered the BULGOGI BIBIMBAP (~$24). Unfortunately they don't serve stone pot Bibimbap here, but the portions are large and beautifully presented. My dish came with plenty of fresh vegetables- pickled carrots and cucumbers, sesame bean sprouts, daikon kimchi, lettuce, and marinated black mushrooms (which I've never had in Bibimbap before but was soooo good) on top a bed of fluffy white rice! The egg was cooked perfectly over easy and the meat was marinated well too- I do wish the dish came with more meat though. They give you your typical sweet and spicy gochujang red sauce on the side as well as white vinegar and mustard sauce for added flavor. Service was fantastic and you get complimentary hot tea and ban chan (which are refillable). The ban chan included cucumber kimchi, daikon kimchi, sesame bean sprouts, kimchi, fish cake, and sesame choy. All employees were very friendly and made you feel at home. The inside is clean, but the only reason I'm giving them 4 stars is that they have an Okay health rating and not a Good or Excellent health rating. I didn't look up the exact violations, but it would be great to see an improvement in score. Overall: 4/5 for food, 5/5 for service, 3/5 for atmosphere

    Food and service was amazing. First time here and they did…read morenot disappoint. Place is bright and clean very aesthetic.

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    K-Street K-BBQ

    K-Street K-BBQ

    4.4
    (166 reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$$

    High-quality meat and excellent service. For those unsure of what or how much to order, this review…read moreshould help. For a group of four adults with a normal hungry, we ordered a small beef set and fried chicken, which was plenty. The banchan was fantastic, especially the Myungranjut. The meat quality was outstanding for a K-BBQ place, and the service was superb. Our server proactively replaced the grill grate to make sure no burnt bits remained! The vibe is casual enough but can be also formal enough for a date. Needless to say, I left a very generous tip.

    We thought they only had BBQ but was to happy to realize they have many other food on the menu…read more Banchans were good, you can request to not have spicy sauce on the broccoli ... the fish cake Banchan was devoured by my 5 year old and she's usually picky. Steamed eggs came out looking amazing (haven't seen it like this before) but was on the dry side; to each their own but we like it more brothy like Chicken wings were ok not great... the dish I didn't expect much from was the fried rice but it turned out to be the best dish!! Not because it's just "better than the other dishes" but it was truly amazing, it just had a great taste to it! Soup was yummy too and came with clear noodles Proportions are to the smaller size making prices a bit high but banchans were refilled quickly. Recommend because their food had its own special taste/ dishes that you will remeber it by. Was a fun place to eat and staff was friendly!

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