Tan Huo Yan Ji

Authentic Yanbian Charcoal BBQ

About Tan Huo Yan Ji

Tanhuoyanji is a BBQ skewer restaurant specializing in charcoal-grilled meats. We offer a variety of freshly grilled skewers, including lamb, beef, chicken, and seafood, all seasoned with authentic spices. Perfect for dine-in or takeout, with a casual and welcoming atmosphere.

Course 1

Grilled Jumbo Squid

A whole fresh squid bigger than your face, basted and turned again and again over charcoal until the edges curl and char while the center stays springy and juicy. Snipped and shared at the table — smoky, saucy, and impossible to skip.

Course 2

Shrimp Fried Rice

Fluffy rice wok-tossed over high heat with plump shrimp and egg, served heart-shaped on the plate. A simple dish made with plenty of heart — the perfect way to round out a night of skewers.

Course 3

Sweet & Sour Crispy Pork

Thin-cut pork loin in a light golden batter, double-fried until shatteringly crisp, then tossed in a glossy tangy-sweet glaze. Crunchy outside, tender inside — the perfect counterpoint to a table full of skewers.

Real Charcoal,
True Yanbian Flavor

Quality drives everything we do. Skewers are threaded and marinated fresh daily from carefully sourced meats and seasonal vegetables. Our grill masters control the charcoal by hand, letting fire and ingredients speak for themselves — no shortcuts, no additives. From a single rib skewer to a bowl of cold noodles, every plate earns its place.

Icy buckwheat noodles in a chilled tangy broth, topped with braised beef, chicken meatballs, crisp apple, and vegetables. Refreshing and light — the classic Yanbian partner to a smoky barbecue feast.

Yanbian Cold Noodles
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Grilled Garlic Oysters

Plump fresh oysters crowned with golden garlic, grilled over charcoal until bubbling. Slurp them hot, juice and all — briny, buttery, and packed with umami.

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Deliciously Authentic, Right to Your Door

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Truly Yanbian

Rooted in the night markets of Yanji, we grill over live charcoal with house-made sauces, so every skewer tastes like the streets of Yanbian.

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Fresh off the Fire

Every skewer is hand-threaded daily and grilled only when you order, sealing in juices and smoke from fire to table in minutes.

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A Must-Try Spot

A beloved late-night destination in Seattle's Chinatown-International District — the skewer spot regulars can't stop recommending.

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Crafted with Care

From sourcing and marinating to the final turn over the coals, seasoned grill masters oversee every step of every stick.