Din Tai Fung 鼎泰豐

For starters our server Lily made this an incredible first experience! She was so sweet, attentive, and made great recommendations I mean she even helped my boyfriend and I perfect the sauce for the Pork Xiao Long Bao. For cocktails I got the Lychee Martini and the Cucumber Gimlet, both were amazing 10/10. We had to try the infamous string beans with garlic and they were good, but I didn't quite get the hype 8/10. On the other hand, their Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao deserved all the hype, incredibly cooked 10/10. The sweet and sour pork baby back ribs were a little too sweet for our like, but cooked well 7.5/10. The shredded Kurobuta Pork fried noodles were nice and savory, but I would've liked more pork 8.5/10. The star of the show had to be their black pepper beef tenderloin, not only was it cooked incredible but the flavor is perfect 10/10. We ended off with their chocolate & mochi Xiao Long bao, so so good especially with the sweet cream for dipping! Such a great first experience, I would definitely recommend this for any type of celebration or even a date night.

I had lunch at Din Tai Fung today, and I have to say the experience was outstanding. The service was truly top-notch — our server walked us through the menu with such care and detail that even if you’ve never been here before, you’ll feel completely at ease. It almost felt like a mini history lesson in the best way possible. The food itself was incredible. Every dish came out looking beautifully presented, and the flavors lived up to the visual appeal. I honestly wished I had the stomach capacity to try everything on the menu because so many options caught my eye. My standout favorite was the short ribs — unbelievably tender and packed with flavor. I’ll definitely be coming back, not just for the food but for the whole experience. Highly recommended.

Din Tai Fung is a restaurant that consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience. The food quality is outstanding, especially their famous dumplings, which are a true delight. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the service is generally friendly and efficient. The portions are generous, and each dish is perfectly prepared. The menu offers an interesting variety, including vegan and vegetarian options, making it accessible to different tastes and dietary preferences. In short, the combination of delicious food, a pleasant atmosphere, and excellent service makes Din Tai Fung a great place to enjoy a meal with family or friends. It's definitely an experience worth repeating!

Just completely amazing. My friend had to take thepictures of the food, after I had started eating, because I was ready to dig in. I was completely and absolutely happy with this dining experience. The food portions are enough for everyone to share. I just wish we had something like this nearby, where I live, but I guess I would just have to move to Washington State 😂

Terrific! A very high quality dumplings full of flavor that melt in your mouth! Soup dumplings were a highlight. Great staff and attentive service.

Dad and I went to Din Tai Fung at Southcenter (south Seattle) for lunch. The only downside is the restaurant was too dark and I had to use the flashlight on my phone to see the menu. The servers were sweet, friendly and lifted my spirit. We ate: Chicken Xiao Long Bao (The handcrafted soup dumplings with their signature 18 folds); Fried Rice with California-grown rice and cage-free eggs and chicken; String Beans with garlic; Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao. It was delicious!

Love this restaurant. I something go in for my favorite snack~ their wood ear mushroom salad with goji berries and the honey lemonade. Don't get me started on their exquisite dumplings. If you go to the mall make some time to visit this restaurant.

I hate seeing comments like, “Oh, it’s not as good as Taiwan.” Sure, it’s not the same, but so what? It’s still the best you’ll find in the U.S. ..and hey, Din Tai Fung in Taiwan doesn’t even have a bar! The shrimp spicy wonton is a must-order! The XLB is a little different from Taiwan—the bun skin at the fold is a bit doughier, and the pork chop isn’t quite as crispy, but it’s still really tender and flavorful. Also, don’t skip the chocolate XLB—absolutely worth trying. My only real complaint… why charge extra for ginger? That’s just crazy. Overall, an excellent spot that brings back so many great memories!