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Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼 - Seattle
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Seattle Chinatown
- 🥡 Chinese Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $31–$40
mentioned by 33 of the guests
#211 out of 858 places to eat in Seattle
#6 Chinese Restaurant out of 53 in Seattle
Excellent
8.1 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
113
Reviews
80.5%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Exceptional cuisine
- Friendly service
- Late hours
Frequently criticized
- Inconsistent service
- Challenging parking
- Small space
The restaurant Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼 is a vibrant Chinese Restaurant nestled in the heart of Seattle’s bustling Chinatown. You’ll discover a casual dining spot perfect for enjoying authentic Szechuan cuisine.
Known for its flavorful and often spicy fish dishes, this eatery offers a unique culinary experience. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch or a memorable dinner, you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere and delicious options.
Overview: Introducting Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼
Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼 offers a distinct culinary journey, with its food often cited as a major draw. Guests frequently appreciate the chef helping with selections, contributing to a truly unique dining experience.
The owner, an experienced chef, clearly brings a depth of culinary skill to the table. However, potential visitors should be aware of a few practical considerations.
The current location is noted to be smaller, and finding parking can sometimes be a challenge. While service is generally friendly, there have been instances where the wait for dishes or assistance was longer than expected.
Excellent
8.1
out of 10
113
Reviews
80.5%
Satisfaction
18
negative
4
neutral
91
positive
Overall, Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼 maintains a strong standing with a Restaurant Score of 8.1 and a solid Customer Satisfaction of 80.5%. This positive reception is based on 113 customer observations, with a clear majority of 91 positive remarks against 18 negative ones, indicating a generally well-regarded establishment.
Delving into specifics, the Food (8.7) is clearly the star, earning excellent marks for its quality and flavor. The Ambience (7.4) and Service (7.2) both achieve good scores, suggesting a pleasant environment and helpful staff, though some experiences vary.
Value (6.2) sits in the average range, reflecting a reasonable but not exceptional perception of cost versus experience.
What people like
- Exceptional Szechuan cuisine
- Attentive, friendly service
- Convenient late hours
What people don't like
- Inconsistent service speed
- Challenging parking options
- Small dining space
With a strong Recommendation Score of 8.7, Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼 is certainly worth considering, especially if you prioritize authentic and flavorful Szechuan cuisine. The culinary experience is consistently highlighted as a significant strength.
If you’re seeking a late-night dining option with excellent food and don’t mind navigating potential parking challenges or a more intimate dining space, this restaurant could be a good fit. Just be prepared for service that, while often friendly, might occasionally test your patience.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼
Food (8.7 out of 10)
mentioned by 96% of the guests
When it comes to the food, you're in for a treat! With an excellent score of 8.7 and a good customer satisfaction of 88.6%, diners are raving. Out of 62 positive remarks, many highlight the incredible Spicy Qingjiang Fish, fresh fish, and flavorful Szechuan dishes.
Expect generous large portions and truly unique dishes that leave your taste buds tingling. However, a few of the 7 negative comments suggest some areas for improvement. Some found the food, particularly the BBQ, to be a major letdown or salty.
There were also mentions of small bones in bone-in fish, which could be a minor inconvenience for some diners.
Food
70
Reviews
88%
Satisfaction
7
negative
1
neutral
62
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Authentic Szechuan flavors
- Fresh, flavorful fish
- Generous portion sizes
What people don't like
- Can be too salty
- BBQ quality varies
- Too many small bones
Often praised
- foodThe food was a definite highlight
- FoodFood:5
- grilled fishDefinitely one of the best grilled fish
- Add-onsthere were lots of add on meat and veggies that soaked in the sauce
- Cumin LambCumin Lamb... are great
- Eggplant with Szechuan Garlic SauceEggplant with Szechuan Garlic Sauce 鱼香茄子
- Fishfish was very fresh, meat was very firm, didn’t taste like frozen ones
- FlavorFlavor was very good, spicy was the key!
- Garlic Boneless Black CarpGarlic Boneless Black Carp: ...I personally love this dish and recommend it to everyone.
- Green Pepper Stir-fried Pig Head MeatGreen Pepper Stir-fried Pig Head Meat: ...The chewy texture combined with the intense wok hei is incredibly delicious.
Frequently criticized
- BBQThey feel a bit dry and there is not much flavor
- Small bonesEven though we ordered bone in fish, there were too many small bones
- foodfood was a major letdown
- food qualitydisappointed about the taste
- grilled fishthe taste of the grilled fish
- saltywish it was a little less salty
If you're craving authentic, flavorful Szechuan cuisine with generous portions, this spot is definitely worth a visit. Just be mindful that some BBQ items might not hit the mark, and a few dishes could be on the saltier side.
Service (7.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 65% of the guests
When it comes to service, this spot generally hits a good note! With a solid score of 7.2 and customer satisfaction at 70.8%, its clear many appreciate the experience. Guests frequently praise the "excellent service, " "fast service, " and the "attention to detail, " often highlighting the chefs helpfulness and the caring servers.
This positive sentiment is reflected in 17 positive remarks out of 24 total observations. However, there are a few bumps in the road. Some diners have noted issues with the wait time for food, particularly when there's only one waitress handling all tables.
Concerns about the dine-in option and a less-than-stellar customer service interaction regarding restroom access also pop up in the 7 negative comments, suggesting areas for improvement.
Service
24
Reviews
70%
Satisfaction
7
negative
0
neutral
17
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Excellent, fast service
- Attentive, caring staff
- Chef offers help
What people don't like
- Long wait times
- Poor customer service
- Limited dine-in options
Often praised
- Serviceshe seemed pretty nice that she was telling everyone that they will have Chinese BBQ soon
- serviceService was very friendly
- Excellent serviceExcellent service!
- attention to detailimpressed by the attention to detail, like the finely sliced cilantro stems for freshness
- chef helpingappreciate the chef helping us decide
- customer servicegreat customer service
- diningmake sure your dining goes well
- fast servicefast service
- ownerowner is a very shy but incredibly experienced chef with over 30 years of culinary experience.
- serverThe server is a caring guy
Frequently criticized
- cook one dishTook a century for them to cook one dish
- customer serviceShe said no. Nice customer service lady. 👌
- dine in optionNot recommend for dine in option
- reservationsno reservation
- restroom accessasked I f I could use the restroom first. She said no.
- waitthe wait could be long
- waitressonly one waitress to serve all tables
Overall, if youre looking for generally good service with attentive staff and quick food delivery, this place is often a solid choice. Just be prepared for potential waits, especially if its busy, and don't expect a seamless dine-in experience or always perfect customer service.
Ambience (7.4 out of 10)
mentioned by 48% of the guests
Alright, lets talk vibes! The ambience here generally hits a sweet spot, scoring a solid 7.4, which is pretty good in my book. And with 71.4% customer satisfaction, it seems most folks agree!
Out of 14 opinions, 10 were positive, praising the overall atmosphere, the convenient operating hours (theyre open late!), and the unique dining experience. Plus, the music is just right – not too loud! However, its not all sunshine and roses.
A few voices, 3 to be exact, mentioned some drawbacks. The atmosphere itself received a couple of negative comments, with some finding the restaurant environment a bit smaller than expected. And lets be real, finding a parking spot nearby can be a bit of a challenge, which is always a bummer.
Ambience
14
Reviews
71%
Satisfaction
3
negative
1
neutral
10
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Open late
- Unique dining
- Good for groups
What people don't like
- Poor atmosphere
- Smaller space
- Hard parking
Often praised
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:5
- Group sizeSuitable for all group sizes
- MusicMusic is all in Chinese, not too loud which is good
- Operating HoursOperating Hours: Open very late, until midnight every day.
- atmosphereAtmosphere:5
- open lateBonus they are open late!
- unique dining experienceWe appreciated the chef helping us decide what to order. I’m so pleased to have this unique dining experience!
Frequently criticized
- Restaurant environmentThis location is way smaller than the previous one
- atmosphereatmosphere was also quite poor
- parking spothard to find parking spot nearby
If you're looking for a place with a generally good vibe, especially if you appreciate late operating hours and a unique experience, this spot is worth checking out. Just be prepared for a potentially smaller space and maybe plan your parking strategy ahead of time.
Value (6.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 17% of the guests
When it comes to value, this spot seems to offer a decent experience, with a score of 6.2. Customers generally find the price to be quite reasonable, noting that spending around $20+ per person or $60 for two isnt too bad. Based on 2 positive comments out of 5 total, the cost wont break the bank.
However, the overall customer satisfaction sits at a 40%, indicating a mixed bag with some room for improvement. The main sticking point, mentioned in 1 negative comment, is the parking situation. It seems the lack of dedicated parking, relying instead on Chinatown options, can be a real hassle for visitors.
Value
5
Reviews
40%
Satisfaction
1
negative
2
neutral
2
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Fair pricing
What people don't like
- No dedicated parking
Often praised
- PricePrice: You can expect to spend around $20+ per person.
Frequently criticized
- ParkingThey don’t have their own parking, it’s Chinatown parking
So, is it worth it? If youre looking for a place where the price wont sting and you don't mind navigating Chinatown for parking, then yes, give it a shot. However, if easy parking is a must-have for you, this might be a spot to approach with caution.
How are the prices at Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼?
You’re looking at roughly 33 per person – reported by 33 diners. That puts it in the $31–$40 category. For a Chinese Restaurant, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
Looking at what people actually spend, most diners find themselves in the $21–$30 range, with a good number also hitting the $31–$40 and $41–$50 brackets. So, while the average is 33, there’s a nice mix of options available.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 33 reviews.
See how this restaurant’s value for money compares to similar spots in Seattle.
Overall, we think the pricing feels quite fair for a Chinese Restaurant, especially given the variety of price points available to guests. It offers good value for a mid-range experience.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
10
Best Sichuan Food in Seattle!
My experience at this restaurant was insanely good! I found the Sichuan food to be the best I've had in Seattle. Specifically, the Cumin Lamb and all of the fish dishes were great.
The service and atmosphere both received a perfect score of 5, and the food also scored a 5.
- Sichuan food10
- Cumin Lamb9
- fish dishes9
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
8
Best Szechuan in ID, a bit salty
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I found the best Szechuan I've had so far in ID. The food actually left my mouth tingling, which was a unique and enjoyable sensation.
My only wish is that it was a little less salty. Overall, the food was rated a 4, while service and atmosphere both received a perfect 5.
- Szechuan9
- food9
- salty4
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
2
Unwelcoming Service, No Restroom Access
I was going to buy food, but I asked if I could use the restroom first. She said no. Nice customer service lady.
👌
- customer service2
- restroom access1
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
10
Sichuan Heaven with Cumin Lamb
My experience at this restaurant was heavenly, thanks to their stir fried cumin lamb. One bite was all it took to transport me to Sichuan. It was truly unbelievable.
The food received a perfect score of 5, and the service and atmosphere also scored a 5. The wait time was non-existent, and the noise level was moderate. It's suitable for all group sizes and falls within the $10–20 price range per person.
- stir fried cumin lamb10
- food10
- service10
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
2
Disappointing Experience, Not Worth the Hype
I saw the recommendations on Xiaohongshu and totally fell for it, but I have no idea what people are raving about. Honestly, if you are using a meal kit at home, it would taste better. The food was a major letdown, and the atmosphere was also quite poor.
I wouldn't recommend this place.
- food1
- atmosphere1
What Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼 offers
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Restroom
Dining options
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Table service
Service Options
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
- Curbside pickup
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
What dining options and service does Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼 offer?
At Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼, you have several convenient service options. You can enjoy a casual dine-in experience for lunch or dinner with table service. If you prefer to eat at home, takeout, delivery, no-contact delivery, and curbside pickup are all available for your convenience.
Is Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼 accessible and suitable for families?
Yes, Szechuan Fish 诸葛私厨烤鱼 is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring a wheelchair accessible entrance. It’s also considered good for kids, making it a great spot for family meals. You’ll find a restroom on-site for your comfort during your visit.