The waitlist is no joke here. I anticipated the long wait so we planned for an early dinner. Headed…read moreover around 5:45pm and the waitlist was empty. We told ourselves that we would monitor the waitlist on the drive. Started to drive/chat and randomly checked the waitlist to see 38 parties already joined. I swear it didn't feel like 10 minutes had even pass. We joined at 5:56pm and got seated just after 8pm. My friend and I did a lot during the two hours so I would recommend doing something in the meantime to dine here. Dinner was great here. Ordered the shaoxing wine drunken chicken pot and added additional veggies, wonton and mushroom. Salt and pepper corn is a must try. Lemon tea was so refreshing here. Servers come by for soup refills and they help clear the impurities of the soup. Great service overall. Although on the pricier side, this was still 5 stars overall.

Highly recommend Loon Fong Hotpo!!!…read more Everything here is truly 10/10. From the moment we sat down, the experience was excellent!! Service was amazing!! We ordered chicken broth and it was rich and flavorful, ingredients were extremely fresh, and the quality of the meats and seafood really stood out. Every dish we ordered tasted amazing nothing disappointed!!! Since this is a Hong Kong style hot pot, the environment was super comfortable and truly felt like being in Hong Kong. The vibe with Cantonese songs playing in the background while we enjoyed our dinner, which made the whole experience even more authentic and relaxing. If you're craving hotpot in Toronto, Loon Fong Hotpot is a must try!!! I'll definitely be coming back again!!!

Currently doing a $9.99 mini pot, with choice 3 types of soup base (pork bone, tomato and mushroom)…read more+ 2 choice of veggies or meat Really good deal for small eater Great and friendly service, very comfortable seating and nicely AC , clean table and

Awesome Hotpot and BBQ has some pretty great lunch specials…read more It's $19.99 for unlimited servings of one protein (pork, beef, or chicken), and you can pay a bit extra for the premium cuts. They also have a self‑serve section with cold appetizers and desserts, and there was a decent amount to pick from. The beef and pork were on the fattier side, and I do wish the veggie platter was bigger. I like that the individual hot pot is included and you can choose your soup base. I got the Herbal Mushroom and my friend went with the Tom Yum Tomato. Both we're tasty with great depth. Service was friendly and attentive. Staff was checking on us constantly offering to bring us more meat! There's a time limit, but we didn't feel rushed. Overall, it's a solid lunch spot if you're craving hotpot and want something warm and filling without spending too much. I'd go back when I'm in the area.

This is the Richmond Hill location of the Liuyishou chain by East Beaver Creek and 7. Large AYCE…read moremenu with various options for Lunch vs Dinner vs Late Night. This location is open very late on many nights - 3am! Food (3.75/5) - very large selection of meats, seafood, veggies and other items to choose for your hot top. Some were good and some were pretty average. You can choose from 10 different soup bases - I went with the Signature House Special one. Asked for mild and tbh it was way too spicy for my tastebuds haha. They were very accommodating to switch it out for the Mushroom one for me. My favorite selections: - marinated beef - thicker and good flavour - squid - good size and quality - mussels - good size and taste Average selections: - shrimp - fatty beef - pork belly - chicken I really like the ability to create my own dipping sauces and came up with 3 blends with soy sauce, oyster sauce and sesame bases. Need to probably try out a few mixes to get the right portions of each item. Had the Strawberry Taro soft serve waffle cone at end it was outstanding. Very refreshing and creamy. Service (4.25/5) - pretty attentive and helpful overall. Came by a few times for water refills and check-ins. Atmosphere (4/5) - well spaced out tables with single/double burners. Seemed clean and tidy overall. Overall (4/5) - its not a bad value if you are hungry and ideal for groups or couples. I would come back to try out more items. The late hours is pretty convenient too for that area.

Venue 4/5 Busy spot with a lively atmosphere. It gets a bit…read morenoisy inside, but still manageable to have a conversation with your table. Seating is fairly comfortable and the layout works well for groups. Overall, a solid place if you're going in with friends. They have the tables where everyone has their own grill for their own broth or the classic sharing broth setup. Service 4/5 Service was smooth this time around and we didn't feel rushed (there's 2h dining limit), which made the experience much better. Staff were attentive when needed and quick to clear plates. Wasn't too busy on a Wednesday night. Staff can speak English, Cantonese, Mandarin. Not the absolute best hotpot you'll ever have, but definitely a reliable and enjoyable spot that's also open late Food 4/5 Went with the triple broth, which is always a good move if you want variety. The all-you-can-eat setup is solid with a self-serve station that has the appetizers, sauces, and dessert bar. Lots of options to mix and match, and everything comes out quickly.

Venue 4/5 Located in an industrial area with plenty of free…read moreparking, which already makes life easier compared to most downtown spots. The interior leans heavily into traditional Chinese decor, giving it a more immersive, themed feel than your typical hotpot place. They even have gowns you can choose from if you want to dress up a bit and lean into the experience, which adds a fun touch. Not something you see everywhere. Service 4/5 Service was smooth overall. Staff were attentive and things came out at a good pace. It hasn't been overly busy the times I've gone, so hard to say how it holds up during peak hours, but no issues from my visits so far. Food 3.5/5 Solid selection of hotpot ingredients, with enough variety to keep things interesting. Quality was consistent across the board. They also have a bamboo-style drink that stands out visually and fits the whole theme well. Nothing felt lacking, but also nothing that completely blew past expectations. One thing I did notice is it hasn't been packed during my visits, which either means I've been going at quieter times or there are aspects I haven't fully experienced yet during peak hours. Still, for the atmosphere, parking convenience, and overall quality, it's an easy spot to come back to.

Shudaxia is one of our go to places for a comforting hot pot meal. The restaurant offers delicious…read morefood and flavourful broths. It is spacious, has an aesthetic decor that adds to a wonderful dining experience. They are located in a plaza and has plenty of parking spots. Their staff are also friendly and helpful.

The price was really attractive from some friends posted to my group. So we decided to take a look…read moreand try. The dining room has different parts. There was a big triangle table that people sit side by side. And also table of 4 or table of 8. We have 3 people that be reserved a table of 4. They have lunch menu that we could have customized noodle soup or the personal Shabu Shabu. I had a coconut TomYum noodle soup with beef and shrimp. And my husband had a 2 meat shabu shabu with teriyaki base. The meat we chose beef and lamb. The teriyaki base came pretty quick. We started boiling the base and then we got the 2 bowls of meat, 1 bowl of vegetables, and a bowl of the noodles. The base was pretty sweet, but still good with all the ingredients. The dipping sauces were set on a central table that we made our own. I like sesame oil, sesame sauce, Shacha sauce with green onion and cilantro to mix them up. My coconut Tom Yum soup came a bit late. The meat was a good portion, the shrimp was 3 big pieces of tiger shrimp. And there was some veggies at the bottom with noodles. They were all in good portion, the only problem was the soup, it didn't seem to have coconut in it, the taste and the color looked like Tom Yum soup only. For lunch time, my Shabu Shabu was $16.xx+tax and my noodles soup was $9.80+tax. The price was pretty decent. I would like to come back and try other combinations.

They have a new lunch noodle special which my other half and I came to try…read more After 20 minutes my order came out but was missing toppings. After another 15 minutes my order finally came out. So with 4 other tables it only took 35 minutes for a bowl of 4 topping noodles to come out. Not impressed

I found this place on Reddit after searching for over an hour for a reasonably priced, all you can…read moreeat hotpot place with a large selection. I've had my fair share of hotpot across North America- mainly shabu (Japanese hotpot), with Kim Tao being my first Chinese hotpot experience- and it did NOT disappoint. For starters, this place is HUGE. They have enough space for small parties, larger parties, and even banquets. Surprisingly no wait despite some surrounding hotpot places having over a 3 hour wait. If you really wanted to be secure and reserve a table, you can do it via Google reservations or call them. The menu was surprisingly extensive- there are so many options to choose from and were appropriately portioned so that way you don't over order. Two meats I would personally avoid would be the ox tongue and beef shank as they were pretty tough and didn't taste the best but everything else was really good. My brother and I tried most items on the menu and our favorite proteins were salmon, shrimp balls, tripe, sliced chicken, and marinated beef. Get the mango sago!! It's the perfect palate cleanser and tastes like fresh mangoes. Phillip, our main server, did an awesome job. He was friendly, super helpful, and quick to turn around my brother and I's back to back orders (lol). All of the other staff who occasionally took care of our table also did a great job keeping us clean and well stocked. Despite being relatively busy, service was lightning fast. I will note though, that if you're the type of person who prefers to be sweet talked or indulge in conversation with your server from time to time, this is not the kind of place for that, lol. Nothing wrong with this at all but I'd describe their hospitality as "Hong Kong style" where it's rather sharp and direct which I actually really like. This place implements auto gratuity of 15% which is totally okay with us.

We were very happy that we were in the VIP room. The large round table could easily accommodate us…read moreand could possibly seat more as comfortably. Each pot was for 3 people and each pot holds two soups. Service 4/5 Food 4/5 (I don't have a lot of experience with hotpot) Ambience 3.75/5 We had a great time eating and catching up. The pros are: AYCE The condiments were delivered to the room and set up on a separate table in our room The appetizers were also delivered and set up on a second separate table in our room Service was efficient and the servers often came around to top up the broths. Cons: The restaurant allows only one person to place all the food orders and refills. Our group problem solved this requirement but it made it a lot of work for one guest. Favourites: Fried sticky rice Fresh made fishballs Steamed stuffed egg plant Tons of veggie options Desserts Karaoke is available in the VIP room. The songs selection in English was limited with fewer new songs. Parking is available right outside restaurant in the plaza. The restaurant is open to 1:00am. This is a modest hotpot restaurant with modest decor.

The broth was rich and fragrant (it looked a bit like pumpkin/mushroom soup), and the ingredients…read morecooked in it tasted very smooth and weren't too greasy. The beef was sliced ​​very thinly, only needed a few seconds in the broth, and was tender; the portion was also larger than I expected. The side dishes were also quite plentiful, including vermicelli, corn, crab sticks, and vegetables--one set meal was basically enough to fill you up. Their fried food was also a pleasant surprise; the outer layer was crispy, while the inside was juicy, not the dry kind. The snack (somewhat like fried rice cakes) was also quite addictive with a drizzle of sauce. The drink was a milky white sweet beverage, tasting a bit like rice milk/milk drink, and it was quite good for relieving the spiciness.

Not AYCE hot pot spot! So proces are ofc higher than ur average ayce hot pot. Our bill came up to…read more$3xx for 4 people including beer purchases. Specializes in spicy broth. Meat quality is quite good. Lots of options and even desserts like shaved ice! Fried milk and fried durian dessert was really good

VINTAGE HOTPOT . …read more @vintagethehotpotcanada in Markham was memorable! It's all you can eat, with a sauce bar, appetizers and dessert station. Service was attentive and the food was delicious. Everything was really fresh and the broths were flavourful. Will definitely be returning! . . AYCE Adult $34.95 (Fridays and weekends) Half half non spicy soup base $16.95 Overall 4.3/5

All you can eat hotpot. Cute interior and good service. The dessert and side dish options are kind…read moreof limited in my opinion, but a good variety of hotpot items to choose from.

Individual hot pot style meal. Great for a cold winter day and at a reasonable price - lunch items…read morecan be $17.99 with a simple drink, black or green tea and the option to upgrade to a bubble tea style drink for -an additional $3+.

This is a nice option if you want to go for a Taiwanese hot pot meal. I ordered the Japanese Miso…read moreHot Soup and it was filled with quite the variety of ingredients. Portion wise, this is great if you have a big appetite. What's nice is the fully customization options so you can cater to your needs. Food was decent and kept hot throughout the meal as there's a heater that continues to run throughout the meal. Service was alright, but room for improvement. The area was spacious, so it's easy to keep a conversation going without things being too loud. One thing to watch out for is your clothes will definitely smell like food once you leave. Overall, a decent place to go to if you want hot pot.

The wait was a long one, coming here without a reservation at dinner time was somewhat a mistake,…read moreprobably waited 45 minutes. So be sure to plan ahead! Tables were nicely spaced, although loud, you can still talk and enjoy the pots - Service time was very attentive - and checked on you a reasonable amount of times to ensure you were having a positive dining experience. The white pepper chicken was AMAZING , and it felt like the chicken kept respawning inside the broth, because it felt like we never ran out of chicken (portion was very generous). The rice wasn't bad , I'm not a huge fan of claypot rice in general, however this one had good flavours and the crispy rice was just right, without tasting burnt. Hope to visit again during a future Toronto trip -

If you're looking for something different from regular hotpot, The Big Casserole is a must-try…read more Their white pepper chicken and pork stomach hotpot is the star. The broth is fragrant, peppery, and deeply comforting without being too spicy. It's one of those soups that warms you up from the inside out -- perfect for winter. We ordered the $65 large portion (good for 3-4 people) and were surprised by how generous it was. It includes two plates of chicken, and the serving size is very substantial. They also offer a smaller $52 option for two people and individual pots for solo diners. We added extra meat and vegetables, but it honestly wasn't needed. Portions are big and great for sharing. We even had leftovers to take home. Great value for the quality and portion size. Definitely a spot I would come back to for authentic Chinese comfort food.