Highlights
- Great tea selection
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Ding Feng Seafood - Seattle
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Ding Feng Seafood at a glance
Seattle Rainier Valley
- 🥡 Chinese Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $31–$40
mentioned by 55 of the guests
#800 out of 858 places to eat in Seattle
#50 Chinese Restaurant out of 53 in Seattle
Average
5 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
295
Reviews
44.1%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Delicious Food
- Traditional Vibe
Frequently criticized
- Poor Service
- High Cost
The Chinese restaurant Ding Feng Seafood Restaurant, nestled in Seattle’s vibrant Rainier Valley, invites you to discover an authentic dining experience. You’ll appreciate the casual atmosphere at Ding Feng Seafood, perfect for lunch or dinner.
A standout feature you’ll quickly notice is their great tea selection, offering a delightful complement to your meal. This spot is ideal for a relaxed dine-in experience, but you can also enjoy their delicious offerings through takeout or delivery.
Overview: Introducting Ding Feng Seafood
Ding Feng Seafood offers a mixed experience, where the culinary offerings often shine. Many guests rave about the delicious food, with particular praise for the quality of their dim sum and the “awesomely good” BBQ duck.
However, the overall dining journey can be hampered by aspects like poor service, which some found inconsistent. While the restaurant aims for a traditional dimsum teahouse atmosphere, some visitors have noted a less welcoming or even tense atmosphere.
Despite these points, others appreciate the reasonable prices for the generous portion sizes, suggesting a balance between what’s served and what’s charged.
Average
5
out of 10
295
Reviews
44.1%
Satisfaction
146
negative
19
neutral
130
positive
Ding Feng Seafood currently holds an overall Restaurant Score of 5, placing it squarely in the average category. This is reflected in a Customer Satisfaction rate of 44.1%, indicating a mixed reception among its patrons.
These figures are drawn from a substantial 295 customer observations, providing a broad perspective on the dining experience. Looking closer, the Food (6.2) is generally seen as its strongest aspect, often described as delicious.
However, other areas pull the overall score down. Value (4.3), Service (3.9), and Ambience (3.9) all fall into the average to poor range, with 146 negative comments often focusing on these areas compared to 130 positive ones.
What people like
- Delicious Dim Sum
- Excellent BBQ Duck
- Traditional Atmosphere
What people don't like
- Inconsistent Service
- High Prices
- Cleanliness Issues
If you’re primarily seeking a taste of authentic dim sum and well-prepared BBQ duck, this restaurant might be worth considering. The culinary highlights are notable, and the traditional setting can be charming.
However, be prepared for potential inconsistencies in service and a pricing structure that some find steep. With a Recommendation Score of 5.2, it’s a place that could satisfy specific cravings but might disappoint if you expect a seamless overall experience.
You might find it a good option for a focused meal, but perhaps not for a special occasion where every detail counts.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Ding Feng Seafood
Food (6.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 88% of the guests
When it comes to food, this spot has certainly sparked some lively discussions! Many diners rave about the authentic Cantonese food and dim sum, often highlighting the delicious BBQ duck and fresh lobster noodles. With 81 positive comments out of 141 total, there's a lot to appreciate, and the generous portion size is a frequent plus.
The score of 6.2 suggests an average culinary experience, with customer satisfaction at 57.4%, indicating a mixed reception. However, not every dish hits the mark. Some guests have expressed concerns about frozen dim sums and even raw chicken, which are definitely red flags.
Other issues include declining food quality and burnt parts in dishes. These 50 negative comments point to potential inconsistencies that could impact your meal.
Food
141
Reviews
57%
Satisfaction
50
negative
10
neutral
81
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Authentic Cantonese food
- Delicious dim sum
- Excellent BBQ duck
What people don't like
- Inconsistent food quality
- Raw or cold dishes
- Limited dim sum options
Often praised
- food' Went in last weekend and wow, I am so impressed! Everything was incredibly delicious. The dumplings were plump and juicy, and the shrimp and chive even had whole shrimps!
- dim sumMy experience at this restaurant offered decent dim sum, but it was significantly marred by poor service. I was also taken aback by the self-service aspect for drinks and dish disposal, which raised concerns about potential health violations.
- BBQ duckBBQ duck. It’s $22 for half and $40 for a whole. It costs more than anywhere else, but it is awesomely good.
- Dim SumDim Sum is not too shabby
- duckHighly recommend the duck
- portion sizesurprisingly pleased with both the portion size
- BBQ roasted duckthe BBQ roasted duck is very delicious
- Crab fried riceCrab fried rice are our favorite
- Mongolian ChickenMongolian Chicken, a stir-fry with chicken, onions, and scallions, had a wonderful, glossy sauce
- Phoenix clawsPhoenix claws (perfectly braised)
Frequently criticized
- foodAnother 15 minutes passed with no food. At this point, my patience was gone due to the horrible service, mediocre food, and still being hungry. I grabbed our ticket, paid for what we received, and left.
- dim suman hour and a half for dim sum. Awful service
- food qualityThe quality of the food is declining.
- menuVery disappointed with the menu
- FoodFood:1
- Westlake beef soupThe broccoli and shrimps was the worst dish, with few shrimps and no flavor. The soup tasted like water flavored with salt and MSG. The chicken was decent, and the lobster noodles were the only good dish.
- abalone1 piece abalone
- abalone dishcame in with 1 piece abalone
- all FAT99.9% all FAT
- bbq pork99.9% all FAT
If youre craving authentic Cantonese dim sum or specific dishes like their BBQ duck, this place might be worth a visit. Just be aware that while many find the food delicious, theres a chance of encountering inconsistencies in quality.
Service (3.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 75% of the guests
Despite some challenges, there are bright spots in the service, with 25 positive remarks highlighting friendly, humorous servers and attentive staff. Many appreciated being promptly seated and the traditional charm of ladies pushing food carts, making the experience feel authentic and welcoming. However, the overall picture is quite mixed, with a score of 3.9 (leaning towards poor) and a customer satisfaction of 31.6% (poor).
A significant 52 negative comments point to frustratingly long waiting times, unfriendly staff, and a lack of professionalism, often coupled with poor cart service and neglected tea refills.
Service
79
Reviews
31%
Satisfaction
52
negative
2
neutral
25
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly, humorous servers
- Prompt seating
- Attentive staff
What people don't like
- Long waiting times
- Unfriendly, rude staff
- Poor cart service
Often praised
- serviceI like the service even though I am biased it won’t be the greatest service but I like the service
- staffas well as the staff was super nice and welcoming
- Phan our serverPhan our server was very sweet lady, she enjoy her friendliness
- ServiceService was incredibly friendly
- come againI will come again next time!
- food cartsCart came fewer than 3 minutes, very frequent
- ladies pushing cartsThe atmosphere was reminiscent of traditional dim sum teahouses frequented by locals in Hong Kong. We especially appreciated the ladies pushing carts with steaming trays of food around the tables, just like how dim sum are served in the old days. We ordered the usual dishes and were surprisingly pleased with both the taste and portion size.
- nice and humorous serversServers are nice and humorous
- ownerThe owner as well as the staff was super nice
- promptly seatedPromptly seated
Frequently criticized
- serviceDuring the entire meal, only one cart came through our area, and there were fewer than 7 items to choose from. No one refilled our tea the whole time, and overall there was essentially no service. The dining environment was average, and the food quality and pricing were also very ordinary and not worth the trip.
- waiting timeI ordered food for pickup at 6pm, but it wasn't ready. The staff seemed unsure about what happened to my order and I had to wait an extra 20+ minutes. This was a frustrating experience.
- ServiceService:1
- customer serviceThis created a tense atmosphere and made many of us feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. It's disheartening to see such a lack of professionalism and basic courtesy in a place that should prioritize customer service. I left with a distaste for how things were handled and unfortunately cannot recommend this place.
- staffstaff just wiped the table but didn’t really address the problem
- bad business practiceBad business practice
- box to goshe said box right there you can do yourselves!
- cart-style orderingUnfortunately, the actual experience was very disappointing. During the entire meal, only one cart came through our area, and there were fewer than 7 items to choose from. No one refilled our tea the whole time, and overall there was essentially no service.
- courtesylack of basic courtesy
- customer service attitudeReally bad customer service attitude
Given the low score of 3.9 and poor customer satisfaction of 31.6%, you might want to brace yourself for an inconsistent experience. While some find the staff friendly and seating prompt, be prepared for potentially long waits and service that could disappoint.
Ambience (3.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 43% of the guests
While the overall vibe of this spot leaves much to be desired, with a score of 3.9 and customer satisfaction at just 30.4%, a few patrons did find some charm. They enjoyed the old school style and Cantonese vibe, appreciating the large space and even the easy parking. Some even noted a traditional dim sum teahouse atmosphere, which was a plus for them.
However, the majority of the 46 opinions (14 positive vs 28 negative) painted a different picture. Many were put off by serious concerns about hygiene/appearance, including dirty dishes, bugs, and a strong smoke smell. The restaurant interior was often described as a dump, with a high noise level further detracting from the experience.
Ambience
46
Reviews
30%
Satisfaction
28
negative
4
neutral
14
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Easy parking
- Cantonese vibe
- Large space
What people don't like
- Poor hygiene
- Bugs present
- Smoke smell
- Loud noise
Often praised
- atmosphereThe atmosphere was was traditional dimsum teahouse
- Cantonese vibeThe Cantonese vibe with the dim sum cart
- bathroomthe bathroom was clean
- dining experiencecreating a really pleasant and comfortable dining experience
- insideinside isn't bad
- large spaceLarge space so you won’t wait too long
- old school styleKind of old school style with the cart coming through.
- parkingAlways easy parking
- restaurantThe restaurant itself is beautiful and spacious
- traditional dimsum teahouseThe atmosphere was was traditional dimsum teahouse
Frequently criticized
- atmosphereI witnessed staff, including what appeared to be the owner, openly yelling at customers over minor misunderstandings. This created a tense atmosphere and made many of us feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. It's disheartening to see such a lack of professionalism and basic courtesy in a place that should prioritize customer service.
- parking spaceI took my parents for a traditional Dim Sum lunch on a Saturday afternoon. The parking lot was full, and so was the restaurant. The atmosphere was reminiscent of traditional dim sum teahouses frequented by locals in Hong Kong.
- restaurantThe restaurant is kinda dirty
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:1
- Noise levelNoise level:Very loud, hard to hear
- antsants all over the table
- area of the restaurantThe area of the restaurant it seem creepy
- bugssaw bugs near kitchen area
- buildingthe building was a dump
- cigarette smokeThe place smelled like cigarette smoke
If youre seeking a traditional dim sum experience and can overlook significant issues with cleanliness, smoke, and noise, you might find a unique charm here. However, for most, the numerous hygiene and comfort concerns make it a place to approach with caution, as its likely to disappoint.
Value (4.3 out of 10)
mentioned by 42% of the guests
When it comes to value, opinions are quite divided, making it a bit of a mixed bag. While the overall score for value sits at an average 4.3, customer satisfaction is notably low at just 34.5%, indicating that many diners feel shortchanged. However, some guests did appreciate the great price, finding it cheap and reasonable prices for what they received, as noted in 10 positive remarks.
On the flip side, a significant number of patrons, 16 out of 29 comments, felt the value was poor. Many described it as overpriced, were unhappy with the bill, and found issues with service charge additions. It seems the cost often didn't align with expectations, leading to disappointment for a considerable portion of visitors.
Value
29
Reviews
34%
Satisfaction
16
negative
3
neutral
10
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Reasonable prices
- Good portions
What people don't like
- Overpriced food
- Hidden charges
- High bill
Often praised
- priceI had a wonderful experience at this restaurant for dim sum on a Sunday afternoon. The food was delicious, the tea was good, and it was not too expensive. I recommend bringing your friends!
- PricesPrices are reasonable
- cheapBBQ duck was pretty good and cheap
- great priceMy experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I enjoyed authentic Cantonese food with big portions and a great price. The servers were also nice and humorous.
- reasonable pricesmost reasonable prices compared to other restaurants
Frequently criticized
- priceWay way overpriced!!! $100 for 2 people at this place is wild!
- tipthey take there tip out from your bill
- PricePrice is more expensive than others
- billbased on the restaurant and the food quality the bill should be no higher than $45
- foodthe food was exorbitantly expensive
- moneyjust a waste of money
- placeThis place is probably opened for laundering money
- pricesPrices are hilariously high
- service chargeBeware this place charges a service charge
- tripNo one refilled our tea the whole time, and overall there was essentially no service. The dining environment was average, and the food quality and pricing were also very ordinary and not worth the trip. I won’t be coming back.
If youre looking for a bargain, this place might be a gamble, as experiences with pricing are very inconsistent. While some find it affordable, a larger group feels its overpriced for the quality and experience. Proceed with caution and perhaps check recent reviews for current pricing trends.
How are the prices at Ding Feng Seafood?
You’re looking at roughly 38 per person – reported by 55 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.
Digging into the details, we see a nice spread: while the average is 38, a significant chunk of guests (30 out of 55) actually spent in the $21–$30 range. This suggests there are plenty of more affordable options available, even with some higher-end choices pulling the overall average up.
This chart shows what people usually spend per person, using the 55 most recent reviews.
Heres how this restaurants value for money stacks up against similar spots in Seattle.
Overall, we think the pricing feels quite fair for a Chinese Restaurant in Seattle. With options spanning from more budget-friendly to slightly higher-end, it offers good value for different preferences.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Ding Feng Seafood
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Breakfast
Wait Time
- Moderate (16–30 min.)
2
Disappointing Breakfast Experience
I drove about 40 minutes to try this place for breakfast, primarily drawn by online reviews mentioning a convenient cart-style ordering experience. Unfortunately, the actual experience was very disappointing. During the entire meal, only one cart came through our area, and there were fewer than 7 items to choose from.
No one refilled our tea the whole time, and overall there was essentially no service. The dining environment was average, and the food quality and pricing were also very ordinary and not worth the trip. I won’t be coming back.
- dining environment5
- food quality4
- pricing4
- cart-style ordering2
- items to choose2
- tea refill1
Price per Person
- $41–$50
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Noise Level
- Loud
2
Terrible Service, Mediocre Food
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing. The food was just okay, but the service was terrible. Our server repeatedly brought items we didn't order and would just drop them on the table before walking away.
When I attempted to communicate that mistakes were being made, she acted as if she didn't understand and left. The noise level was also very loud, making it hard to hear.
- food5
- service1
- server1
- noise level2
Price per Person
- $91–$100
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
2
Terrible Service from Unfriendly Staff
My experience at this restaurant was terrible. The lady servers were extremely unfriendly and unwelcoming, and they were also quite rude.
- lady servers1
- servers1
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
9
Authentic Dim Sum Experience!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! It's an old school dim sum place with carts rolling around everywhere. I really love the food here!
The owner and staff were super nice and welcoming. They had all of our old favorites and even some new ones. Who doesn't love a deep fried shrimp ball!
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- dim sum9
- food10
- owner10
Price per Person
- $71–$80
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Long (31+ min.)
Noise Level
- Loud
1
Terrible Service, Never Returning
My experience at this restaurant was the crappiest service I've ever gotten in my life. It took them 45 minutes to get me a water, and they never returned to refill it. Despite asking four times, no one brought us a menu.
I ended up refilling my own water with hot tea. I will never be back. I support American businesses.
- Food6
- service1
- waiting time1
- menu1
What Ding Feng Seafood offers
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Kids' menu
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Restroom
Offerings
- Small plates
- Beer
- Alcohol
Dining options
- Table service
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Parking
- Free street parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
What parking options are available when you visit Ding Feng Seafood?
When you dine at Ding Feng Seafood, you’ll find convenient parking solutions. There’s free street parking available, along with a free parking lot. You can usually expect plenty of parking, making your visit hassle-free.
Is Ding Feng Seafood suitable for families with children and guests requiring accessibility?
Yes, Ding Feng Seafood is very family-friendly, providing a kids’ menu and high chairs. For accessibility, you’ll find a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, seating, and restroom, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests.
How does Ding Feng Seafood generally rate?
Ding Feng Seafood holds an overall score of 5, placing it in the average category. While Food scores a respectable (6.2), Value (4.3), Service (3.9), and Ambience (3.9) are areas where it falls short, contributing to a mixed customer satisfaction of 44.1%.
What are the standout dishes at Ding Feng Seafood?
Many customers praise the delicious food, specifically highlighting the “incredibly delicious” dumplings and the “awesomely good” BBQ duck. The “portion size” is also frequently noted as a positive.
What are common complaints about Ding Feng Seafood?
Frequent concerns revolve around poor service, with reports of infrequent cart service and unrefilled tea. Many also find the restaurant overpriced, and some mention issues with cleanliness and a “tense atmosphere.”