Spacious hot pot restaurant with one-person-one-pot design and black-and-gold decor blending modern elegance and traditional Chinese elements. Atmosphere feels cozy and clean, suitable for small gatherings or dates with private rooms available. Self-service bar offers a wide variety of fresh ingredients and sauces, enhancing the all-you-can-eat experience.
Several soup options come with individual soup bases for each guest. The Mongolian herbal and sour hot soups stand out, alongside a Super-Rich Condiment & Snack Bar offering mung bean soup and other flavorful sides.
Self-serve seafood includes squid, scallops, octopus, fish, and tripe. The golden chicken soup with fish maw stands out as especially delicious.
"The individual hot pot setup for soup is really smart."
"The salted egg yolk seafood dish was insanely good."
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Lunch specials are available on weekdays from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM for $28.99.
The all-you-can-eat hotpot menu offers an impressive variety of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
The restaurant is known for its cleanliness and organization.
Spacious shabu-shabu restaurant with self-serve ingredient and sauce bars and clean, well-organized cooking stations. Atmosphere balances family-friendly and bustling energy with comfortable noise levels and room to move. Offers varied broth and meat selections alongside sides and desserts, creating a lively yet inviting dining experience.
Each person gets their own shabu pot with a choice among four soup options. Soup bases can be changed anytime, and there are six complimentary dipping sauces and soup bases including Mara Soup Shabu and Beef Bone Broth.
Buffet offers a wide variety of seafood options including fish balls, squid, octopus, and crab legs. The side bar features crawfish, clams, mussels, scallops, and shrimp alongside other fish selections.
"The all-you-can-eat soup options have a wide variety of meats."
"The fish options at the side bar were plentiful and fresh."
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The all-you-can-eat price is $35.99 per person on weekends.
Reservations require the entire party to be present.
Expect long wait times on weekends; arrive early around 4:30 PM.
Hot pot restaurant with classic taste and varied soup bases including spicy and tomato options. Offers Chinese BBQ alongside a wide variety of ingredients like noodles, vegetables, fish, tofu, and meats. Open late, it attracts diners looking for authentic flavors and affordable meals.
Several soup bases are available, including a tomato soup base that stands out for its delicious flavor. Soups range from spicy to Sichuan chili and have a greasy, rich chicken flavor that coats ingredients well.
Selection includes fish balls, fish cakes, and imitation crab sticks alongside tofu and vegetables. Fish balls have a notable chewy texture that stands out.
"I loved picking my own ingredients for the soup."
"I loved the chewiness of the fish balls and tofu."
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Fast Hotpot is open until 2am, perfect for late-night cravings.
A decent portion costs between $15-20, making it affordable.
The restaurant offers a variety of soup bases, including spicy and tomato.
Small, unassuming wok restaurant with a lively atmosphere and cozy, welcoming vibe. Offers authentic Chinese street food with a wide selection of rich, spicy dishes including grilled fish and mala tang. Popular spot for late-night dining, open until 3am.
Hua Jiao Chicken soup tastes like a warm hug and stands out as a comfort food highlight. The spot offers a great variety of soup bases and is known for authentic soup dumplings and fish hot pot.
Grilled fish here stands out for its tender inside and slightly crispy exterior. The fish hot pot offers a perfectly seasoned spicy sauce that makes the dish flavorful and fresh.
"The grilled fish is fresh, juicy, and perfectly seasoned."
"The Hua Jiao Chicken soup tastes like a warm hug."
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Super Yummy 远山少年 is open until 3am, allowing for late-night snacks.
They charge $5.99 for 8 quail eggs.
Expect a variety of authentic Chinese dishes.
Small restaurant with an industrial look and warm lighting creates a cozy atmosphere that can get loud and crowded during peak times. Seating is comfortable and well arranged, supporting a buzzing energy. The vibe feels casual and self-serve, attracting a steady flow of diners.
Light and flavorful miso soup comes with meals. It pairs well with rice, pickled veggies, and cabbage salad sides.
Fish katsu stands out with its thoughtful preparation and delicious flavor. It pairs well with other dishes like rolls and salmon sashimi salad, making it a favorite choice.
"The fish katsu was crispy and crunchy, especially with the curry."
"The fish katsu is crispy, tender, and a must-try."
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Reservations are recommended to avoid long wait times, especially on weekends.
Expect a 15 to 40-minute wait during peak hours, particularly on Fridays.
Be cautious of peanuts in the sauce; call ahead for allergy accommodations.
Spacious Chinese restaurant with clean, modern decor and an open kitchen showcasing hand-pulled noodles. Bright and inviting atmosphere pairs with thoughtful amenities like iPad ordering and noodle-cutting scissors. Music adds to a casual, welcoming vibe suitable for relaxed meals.
Soup options include a hot and sour soup that is less salty and similar to Din Tai Fung's version. The beef noodle soup is hearty and mild, while the shredded pork noodle soup offers another tasty choice with handmade noodles.
Grilled fish stands out with its flavorful spice and boneless preparation, making it easy to eat and satisfying. The Dunhuang grilled fish comes with a generous amount of accompaniments and offers good value.
"The beef noodle soup has a rich, savory broth."
"The grilled fish here is awesome and affordable."
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The lunch special is $21 and includes two cold appetizers and soup.
Cross-contamination risks exist for those with egg allergies.
Parking can be difficult in the area.
Clean, modern space with spacious seating booths and classy table settings creates an inviting atmosphere. Korean dishes come with a wide variety of banchans served in bronze tableware, adding a royal food vibe. The vibe is hip and trendy, with an authentic feel and welcoming smiles.
Broth stands out with a richer and thicker texture than similar spots. Soft tofu soups come with accurate spice levels matching their descriptions. Combination dishes often pair tofu soup with items like LA BBQ Short Ribs, adding variety.
Small fish come out whole and fried, cooked really well with a crispy texture. Banchan includes a fried fish side that pairs with tofu soups, each served with an egg and stone pot white rice.
"The vegetable tofu soup here is so good, I'd get it as my only dish."
"The fish in the soup was surprisingly good."
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Expect wait times of up to 45 minutes for weekend dinners.
Prices for entrees can be high, with a tofu pot costing around $20.
The restaurant offers lunch and dinner service, as well as takeout options.
Spacious dining area with high ceilings and modern décor creates a calm, cozy atmosphere. Lighting and elegant decoration contribute to a pleasant, relaxing vibe suited for casual meals. Seating is ample, and the environment stays clean and well maintained.
Pho soup comes with meat and broth that are okay but not outstanding. Extra soup costs an additional five dollars and the initial bowl can be smaller than expected.
Hanoi Grilled Fish stands out with its rich flavors and pairs well with crispy egg rolls. The fish sauce used here is notable for its depth and enhances dishes like shrimp pho and chicken wings.
"I was hungry for Vietnamese Pho noodle soup."
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During OC Restaurant Week, enjoy a special dinner for two at $50.
Each meal comes with one free drink until the end of the year.
Happy hour offers all drinks for just $3.99.
Modern design combines with authentic Sichuan vibe to create a clean, well-lit space. Atmosphere ranges from quiet and relaxing to noisy and lively, with an easy, chill energy. Small, crowded layout features careful attention to detail in furnishings and decor.
Soups here include rich pork-feet soup, duck boiled soup, and West Lake Beef Soup. They offer a variety of flavors from sour pickled veggie and fish soup to beef with cilantro and chili.
Fresh fish dishes stand out with tender texture and well-balanced flavors. Sour pickled fish and scallion fish offer authentic, flavorful experiences with generous portions.
"You'll find the fish flavors rich, bold, and true to Sichuan."
"You've got to try the rich pork-feet soup, it's so deeply seasoned."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended on weekends due to high demand.
Expect long wait times during peak dinner hours, especially on weekends.
The restaurant does not use MSG in any of its dishes.
Sushi restaurant offers a modern, clean interior with a small, intimate space that can get busy and a bit loud. The atmosphere shifts from quiet to lively depending on the crowd. Sushi features fresh, high-quality fish with large, flavorful rolls and some standout dishes like tuna sashimi and wagyu.
Miso soup comes with meals like Bento Boxes and includes tofu and fresh broth. It can be ordered separately and arrives with plenty of soup and a tasty, fresh flavor.
High quality fish stands out with incredible freshness and outstanding flavor in every dish.
"The fish here is so fresh and delicious."
"I asked to add extra tofu to the soup."
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The restaurant is fairly small and can fill up during busy times.
Niko Niko Sushi was super busy on New Year's Eve with to-go orders.
Each Bento Box includes rice, miso soup, salad, pickle, and orange slices.
Casual Korean restaurant with a cozy atmosphere and attentive service. It plays K-pop music, creating a lively yet relaxed vibe. The place is quieter than other branches, attracting diners who prefer a calm setting.
Soft soon tofu soup offers a savory soup base with a variety of banchan. Adding oysters and intestines enhances the flavor, and curry tofu soup provides a unique twist not commonly found elsewhere.
Fried fish comes out very tasty and pairs with sides like kimchi and a small mackerel. Pan-fried fish appears alongside Korean veggie pancake and fish cake.
"I found the soft tofu soup here to be great and tasty."
"I found the fried fish to be very tasty."
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Expect long wait times after 7:30 PM, especially on weekends.
Paying cash grants a 6% discount at this restaurant.
Lunch prices average around $28 per person, which may be considered high.
Spacious dining area features modern decor, a huge fish tank, and a robot server that adds a unique touch. Atmosphere stays family-friendly and chill, with noise levels rising when large groups arrive. Seating includes comfortable booths and an open entrance with a bar, creating a relaxed vibe.
Soups here offer a mix of comforting clam and light yet flavorful bitter melon pork rib options. The cabbage hot pot soup pairs well with rice, though the pork can be a bit tougher sometimes.
Fish dishes stand out with crispy outside and tender inside textures, especially the salt and pepper fish fillets. Sweet and sour fish offers a crispy texture even under sauce, while options like fish fillet with black bean sauce and fried fish with spicy sauce add variety.
"The fish here is so tender and crispy."
"I enjoyed the clam soup with my Cantonese-style dishes."
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The restaurant only offers takeout service.
Reservations aren't accepted at this restaurant.
The restaurant adds a 20% service charge automatically to your check.