"Frying Fish does a bustling business in Bellevue based on a reputation for consistency. It’s constantly packed with people eating chile-laden dishes like the chef’s specialty “FeiTang” platters with crab, carp head, frog, and even fish fresh from the on-site tanks. Diners can check out the display of assorted cold appetizers like the pig ear with chile oil, dry bean curd with celery, and chicken feet with pickled chile. Spicy and sour dumplings are a great way to start the meal, and don’t overlook well-known dishes like kung pao chicken, a Sichuan dish done right here." - Jay Friedman