Got a hankering for hot pot? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top hot pot sources in Seattle, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fill the bill.
1. One Pot
Topping the list is One Pot. Located at 506 12th Ave. South (between Weller and King streets) in the International District, the Korean spot, which offers hot pot and more, is the highest rated spot of its kind in Seattle, boasting 4.5 stars out of 185 reviews on Yelp.
Start off with appetizers like steamed tofu or steamed pork belly before opting for entrees like Army Stew made with Spam, asparagus, sausage and baked beans; Bulgogi Stew with marinated ribeye; or Duk Mandu-Guk with rice cakes and dumplings. Here's the full menu.
2. Xi'an Noodles
The University District's Xi'an Noodles, located at 5259 University Way NE (between 52nd and 55th streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Chinese spot, which offers noodles and hot pot, four stars out of 552 reviews.
Hot pots include stewed pork with hand-ripped noodles; steamed chicken; and stir-fried tomato with egg. Other menu choices include noodle dishes, rice dishes, appetizers and chef specials.
3. Gourmet Noodle Bowl
Gourmet Noodle Bowl, a Chinese and Taiwanese spot that offers hot pot and more in the International District, is another go-to, with four stars out of 361 Yelp reviews. Head over to 707 Eighth Ave. South (between St. Lane and South Dearborn streets) to see for yourself.
Look out for the all-you-can-eat hot pot combo, which is meant for two people and includes chicken, pork, beef, veggie, tofu, udon and more. Take your pick of a hot pot soup base with choices between clear chicken soup, curry, pickled cabbage and more. Here is the hot pot menu.
4. Morfire
Over in Broadway, check out Morfire, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 104 reviews on Yelp. You can find the bar and Thai spot, which offers hot pot and more, at 1806 12th Ave., Suite 100 (between Howell Street and Denny Way).
This restaurant offers a broad selection of appetizers, from teriyaki wings to gyoza, but the main draw is its hot pot offering, served Thai, Japanese or Chinese-style. A plethora of combinations are available with many meats, broths and add-ins. Check out the full line of offerings here.
5. Rocking Wok Taiwanese Cuisine
And then there's Rocking Wok Taiwanese Cuisine, a Wallingford favorite with four stars out of 301 reviews. Stop by 4301 Interlake Ave. North (between 44th and 43rd streets) to hit up the Taiwanese spot, which offers hot pot and more, next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings.
Here, hot pot is served with rice and includes menu options such as pickled cabbage with steamed pork belly; pineapple and chicken; seafood and milk; and tofu. Check out the full list of hot pot offerings here.
