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Szechuan Noodle Bowl - Reviews

420 8th Ave S, 98104 Seattle
All reviews at a glance
523

Reviews

77.6%

Satisfaction

63

negative

54

neutral

406

positive

What people say about Szechuan Noodle Bowl

Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Angela R.
Review date: 11/29/2025
9
Loved the Homey Feel and Delicious Dumplings!
I honestly loved the homey-ness and simplicity of this place! The dumplings were by far some of the best I've had. They were not too doughy and the fillings were all delicious in the soy sauce.
  • homey-ness10
  • simplicity10
  • dumplings10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
abaddon
Review date: 11/14/2025
10
Absolutely Delicious Food!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I loved this place so much that I didn't have enough time to take pictures of the food because it was too delicious and I had to eat it right away! The food was a perfect 5/5, and the service was equally impressive at 5/5. The atmosphere also received a 5/5 rating. It's a great spot for a solo dining experience with a price range of $10–20 per person. While vegetarian options are somewhat recommended, the dishes are clearly labeled.
  • food10
  • service10
  • atmosphere10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Simon T.
Review date: 11/07/2025
3
Xiao Long Bao Just Okay, Noodles Unimpressive
My experience at the restaurant was mixed. The xiao long bao, while considered the best thing here, was just okay. The denden noodles were not impressive. Overall, the food experience was average, with no standout dishes to recommend.
  • xiao long bao5
  • denden noodles3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
T J.
Review date: 07/07/2025
2
Overpriced and Unwelcoming Experience
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing. The food was overpriced, mid in quality, and served in small portions. I ordered beef noodle soup and received what seemed like only 3 slices of beef. Additionally, the table lacked proper paper tissues. The entrance was blocked off, creating an immediate feeling of being unwelcome upon arrival. While the staff was nice, the overall atmosphere made it not a pleasant place to eat.
  • staff7
  • food2
  • beef noodle soup2
  • paper tissue2
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
daniel V.
Review date: 06/29/2025
9
Delicious Food, Worth the Wait!
My experience at this restaurant was wonderful. The food is delicious, and the fact that the server is also the owner, busy making fresh dumplings by hand, is beautiful and appreciated. I've been coming here for 13 years and it has its loyal fans. It's a simple establishment with delicious food. I highly recommend giving it a try, but please don't come here causing trouble for this beautiful mom and pop shop.
  • delicious food10
  • fresh dumplings9
  • server being the owner8
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Savoria C. P.
Review date: 05/02/2025
7
Sichuan Flavors Lacking, But Broth Excellent
I visited with the expectation of intense Sichuan flavors, having lived in China for 10 years. However, I was a bit disappointed as the flavors were weaker than anticipated. The chewiness of the noodles (牛肉牛筋面) and dumplings (水饺) felt insufficient, which was a letdown. I felt the noodle dishes weren't authentic enough. Despite this, the broth was excellent, and the beef and tendon were well-cooked and quite tasty.
  • broth8
  • beef and tendon8
  • chewiness of the noodles4
  • chewiness of dumplings4
  • noodle dishes4
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Paul C. R.
Review date: 05/01/2025
9
Divey Gem with Incredible Noodles
I love a divey restaurant that has incredible food. The contrast in offerings (delicious hand pulled noodle soup vs facial tissues instead of napkins) somehow makes the food taste better! The boiled peanuts were better than dry peanuts could ever hope to be. The soup was slightly spicy and the beef was tender and delightful. And the noodles were tops.
  • boiled peanuts9
  • soup8
  • beef9
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
You
Review date: 03/02/2025
9
Authentic Dumplings and Wonderful Service
My experience at this hole in the wall spot was fantastic. The owners are wonderful to talk to, making for a very pleasant interaction. The dumplings were well done, described as both light and authentic.
  • dumplings9
  • owners10
  • hole in the wall spot8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Owen T.
Review date: 02/02/2025
9
Lovely Chinatown Gem with Delicious Dumplings
Seattle’s Chinatown is such a gem, and this spot is lovely. I had a wonderful experience with delicious food. It's a cozy no frills restaurant. The dumplings and noodles are especially good. The food, service, and atmosphere were all rated a 5 out of 5.
  • delicious food10
  • cozy no frills restaurant9
  • dumplings and noodles10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Angus B.
Review date: 01/03/2025
9
Great Vegetarian Options and Attentive Service
My experience at this restaurant was quite positive. The food was solid all around, with the cucumber and wood ear mushroom salad and fried rice being particularly great. I appreciated the lots of vegetarian options available, and the staff was very attentive. Specifically, the lady checked with us to ensure we didn’t want pork in our mapo tofu, which showed great care. The service was rated a 5, and the food quality a 4, contributing to a pleasant meal.
  • food8
  • cucumber and wood ear mushroom salad9
  • fried rice9

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