4.7
Superb
514 Reviews
188 106th Avenue Northeast Apt 210, Bellevue · 5.6 miles
Customers’ favorites
- haidilao thousand-layered tripe 捞派千层毛肚
- Golden Fried Buns with Condensed Milk
- fresh watermelon juice 西瓜汁 扎
- haidilao shrimp paste 捞派虾滑
“This was my second visit to Haidilao, China's most famous restaurant chain. It has earned an unshakable position in China's dining industry thanks to its rigorous selection of ingredients, outstanding service, and balanced flavors. Today, I visited the Bellevue location. The decor is consistent with the Southcenter branch—featuring standard Haidilao design language that feels clean and comfortable. I've always believed that restaurants shouldn't display anything unrelated to their brand; Haidilao's space is filled with product introductions, which feels highly professional! Plus, with Halloween right around the corner, the restaurant added some festive decorations that created a great atmosphere! Flavor: We ordered the Tomato broth and the Spicy Beef Butter broth, both of which were delicious. However, the tomato broth here tastes different from the one in China. Friends often ask me: Why do the same dishes taste so different between China and the US? Even a standard dish like Kung Pao Chicken tastes totally different. I think it's largely because of differences in soil, air, and water, which naturally affect the food's flavor profile. Food in the US feels more raw and earthy, whereas food in China often feels more uniform, yet sometimes lacking in depth. The beef had a great texture and rich flavor. The tripe was consistently excellent, and every single dish was fresh! Service: From being guided while waiting for a table to seating, ordering, and food delivery, the entire process was seamless. It was a wonderful dining experience!”