Bright yellow walls and modern, spacious seating create a clean, cheerful environment. Warm lighting and a great playlist set a pleasant, stylish vibe ideal for casual dinners or dates. A DIY sauce bar and fresh ingredient selection add a unique, interactive element to the hot pot experience.
Broths come in fragrant and numbing varieties, with options like Tropical Golden and spicy Szechuan. Soups range from dry with mild spice to rich and addictive, needing no extra sauces.
Spicy Szechuan broth stands out with its authentic heat and addictive flavor. The menu features a Sichuan-style hotpot with an impressive meat selection and a unique take on Malo tang.
"I found the maocai here to be super authentic, just like in China."
"The Szechuan broth is flavorful and delicious."
"I loved that I could set the spice level for my Szechuan soup."
Good to know
Pricing is $17.99 per pound for hot pot selections.
Broth costs $3.99 per 100 grams.
Expect large portions; my bowl weighed about a pound.
Koi pond welcomes guests into a space with traditional Chinese design and detailed ChengDu-style decor. The atmosphere feels authentic but also crowded and cramped, making conversation difficult. Hot jasmine tea is served in traditional teapots, adding to the cultural experience.
Soups here feature a tangy broth from pickled cabbage with a slow-building heat. The pickled fish soup and sour beef soup offer a balance of spicy and sour flavors with rich, comforting depth.
Authentic Szechuan dishes shine with a broad and diverse menu. The food delivers a true Sichuan experience with flavors that stand out in New York.
Good to know
Making a reservation is highly recommended since this place fills up fast around dinner time.
The kitchen closes at 10 PM.
The waiting time can be one hour on Friday evening.
Restaurant resembles a traditional Chinese inn with classic woodwork and rustic decor. Atmosphere feels cozy and elegant, enhanced by guzheng music and subtle mist effects. Seating is spacious and well designed, creating an immersive dining experience.
Soup dumplings stand out with plenty of soup inside and skins that don't break easily. Crab meat pork soup dumplings and a soup with bamboo and ham offer rich flavors, though the ham amount varies.
Spicy and hearty dishes feature authentic Sichuan peppercorn flavor. The Mao Xue Wang hot pot offers tender meats and offal in a rich, numbing broth. Crab sauce tofu provides a silky contrast to the usual spicy mapo tofu.
Good to know
Reservations are recommended to avoid long wait times, especially during peak hours.
Expect wait times of 45-60 minutes if arriving after 5 PM in summer.
For groups of 4-6, arrive before 4:30 PM to secure a table easily.
Open-air setting combines with vibrant neon decor and futuristic vibe to create a casual, cozy atmosphere. Crowded seating fills the space with energy, attracting a mix of diners seeking affordable, flavorful noodles. Outlets add convenience, making it a practical spot for a satisfying meal.
Broths deliver mild mala spice and a perfect balance of spice and savory flavors. Beef noodle soups come with good portions and a satisfying kick from Sichuan peppercorns.
Noodles deliver a super tingling taste from Sichuan peppercorns with a spicy, warm kick and the right numbness. Beef noodle soup stays light and flavorful with a clear Sichuan tingle and burn.
Good to know
The portions are huge, making it a great value for your money.
$5 is charged for extra meat on your dish.
A stamp card earns you a free bowl of noodles after several visits.
Hot pot restaurant offers authentic Sichuan dishes with flavorful broth and an extensive selection of ingredients. Interior features modern, wide-spaced design suited for gatherings, creating a clean and comfortable atmosphere. Music plays intermittently, contributing to a chill vibe during meals.
Three soups come with the meal, each with delicious toppings like Sichuan peppercorn oil and dry sauce. Staff often offer to add more soup during the visit.
Authentic Sichuan dishes feature Sichuan peppercorn oil and a flavorful dry sauce. The hot pot upstairs offers a pretty presentation and true Sichuan style.
Good to know
The hot pot is all-you-can-eat.
The meal for two people costs over $200.
Expect long wait times for food during busy hours.
Small dining space features minimal and elegant oriental design with soft lighting and a modern, sexy vibe. Noise level runs high, making conversations difficult amid crowded seating. Music blends EDM beats with traditional elements, creating a unique atmosphere.
Soup dumplings feature super thin skins and juicy, flavorful fillings with rich broth. Crab tofu and fish with homemade pickle soup offer unique, savory options alongside classic pork and egg yolk varieties.
Szechuan dishes here are very spicy and delicious, showcasing authentic flavors. The menu includes the crab roe tofu, a dish that helped popularize this ingredient in the city's Sichuan cuisine scene.
Good to know
Reservations are not accepted, so arrive early to avoid long waits.
The wait for a table of four can be up to 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Expect to pay around $70 per person for a meal.
Two-floor Chinese restaurant features high ceilings, copper walls, and outsized artwork with a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like home. The space includes a large round table and a convenient lazy Susan for sharing dishes. It offers authentic Szechuan cuisine in a cozy, thoughtfully designed environment.
Broth stands out as very good with a wide variety of dishes to cook in it. Favorites include eel, fish fillet in sour soup, and Maoxuewang, with options like bullfrog and mushroom soup also available.
Menu shows mastery of Sichuan and Hunan flavors with dishes like Mapo Tofu and Kung Pao Chicken. Sichuan chicken is not too spicy and peppers taste great on their own. Fried chicken is boneless, crispy, and flavorful.
Good to know
If you want to skip the 45-75 minute wait, try this place.
Rice is not included with the meal and must be ordered separately.
The prices at Chef Tan’s restaurant are very reasonable for the portion sizes on the menu.
Hot pot restaurant with individual cooking stations and modern induction stoves creates a sleek, spacious setting. Loud electro-pop music fills the air, giving a lively, energetic vibe. Guests enjoy a DIY sauce bar and tablet ordering, making the experience interactive and personalized.
Broths here stand out with a milky pork broth and a chicken soup packed with many ingredients. Both broths taste authentic and cook ingredients beautifully, matching flavors found in Korea.
Broth stands out with spicy Szechuan Mala and chef's soup flavors. The Sichuan and silver broth offers a rich, delicious base.
Good to know
Reservations are required due to high demand, especially on weekends.
Happy hour offers 30% off from Monday to Friday between 12 PM and 5 PM.
The average cost is about $95 per person after tax and tip.