The Best Chinese Restaurants in Seattle | Eater Seattle

"You know you’re in Hunan territory when words and phrases like “Big Spicy,” “Flaming Chili,” and “(Special) Stinky” jump out at you from the menu. Big, bold flavors will leave a lasting impression at Bellevue’s Shaoshan Impression. Expect pickled, preserved and fermented elements in a wide variety of Hunan-style dishes from braised pork feet, sauteed lamb and fried stinky tofu. To “cleanse” the palate with something unique, try the stir-fried sweet dumplings with preserved vegetable — they’re mochi-like and filled with black sesame and a little chile pepper (of course)." - Jay Friedman