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    Chongqing Chicken Pot

    4.4 (251 reviews)
    ModerateHot Pot, Chinese
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Brisket Hot Pot
    Lupe M.

    Let me start this review by saying I'm not the biggest fan of Hot Pot. I've tried it a few times in the past and couldn't understand what the hype was. That was until I came to Chongqing. I can't remember the last time I was completely full and kept eating because the food was that good. Came in on a Tuesday night so the place was pretty empty. Needless to say service was on point. Very attentive and friendly. You order on a paper menu as you write and circle what you want. Fail proof system in my opinion. You also pick your size from small to large. We decide to order the Brisket Hot Pot and picked the large size as there was two of us. Once the pot came out we realized it was way too much food for two people. This wasn't including the extra sides we ordered. Everything came out fresh and in a reasonable time. The brisket itself was so tender it melted in your mouth. It would have been nice to know it came with potato's already cooked into the hot pot because I ordered sliced potato's on the side. The broth had so much flavor! I ordered in medium spice and it was the perfect amount of heat. Hot enough to make my nose running but still able to enjoy the flavor. One thing that really stood out to me was at the end of our meal we asked for a to-go container and our waitress came to our able to box everything up for us. She took her time and made sure she packed every item no matter how little or small the item was. In summary I'm now a fan of Hot Pot or I should say I'm a fan of this Hot Pot lol. I'll be back soon!

    Beef pot
    Alex W.

    Real ones know you gotta call this place ChingChong Chicken Pot. Jokes aside, this is such an interesting concept (clay pot into hot pot), but it works well. I would get the beef clay pot again. The chicken clay pot is also good, but you have to deal with a lot of bones. Tho honestly, the clay pot will probably be 80% of the meal, so keep that in mind when ordering for the hot pot portion.

    Christine J.

    A unique experience with hot pot! You pick your dry hot pot dish (i liked the beef) and first eat it with rice. Once you're done, they'll pour the hot pot base in the pot for you and you add your veggies and meat like a regular hot pot (and cook it)! The dry pot flavor was very delicious. The only complaint was that the meat in the dry pot was non existent. The chicken dry pot had barely any meat (all bones). You also individually pay for the items you throw in the hot pot (not all you can eat). It kind of forces you to pay a lot for extra meat. Nevertheless, the hot pot was good. Service was good. The restaurant is smaller and has limited space. There is a little sauce station as well. Overall, it was a fun experience!

    Garlic Rib
    Tiffany K.

    I haven't been back here in about a year, and let's just say... I've missed it. I often get the frog pot, but I decided to try to garlic ribs this time. Amazing. Compared to the frog pot, it definitely has less bones. Plenty of garlic if that's what you're into. I love how there's a second course; hotpot! After you're done, they pour broth into the remainder and you can order a la carte hotpot items. If you're hungry and looking to eat a lot, this is the place.

    Hot pot a la cart items
    Robert Z.

    So Houston Chinatown has options ip the wazoo and my bookmarks for the area keeps growing and does not shrink. I saw this spot driving along Belleaire and it went on my list fairly quickly but I did not make the effort to come out. That is until one of my friends recommended it and shared with me that its sort of 2 meals in one (a dry pot to start that becomes hot pot). That sold me so I made my way. We came on a Friday night and surprisingly not busy so we were sat pretty quickly. Its a casual Chinese-decored spot and has the like... modernized take on old school China aesthetic..? Anyways my partner and I ordered the medium chicken dry pot and some various a la cart hot pot items for part 2 of dinner. I did find it odd that you have to pay for rice as I'm so used to it just being an unlimited carb at Chinese restaurants but definitely don't skip the rice. Regardless, the dry pot was very flavorful and I'd highly recommend adding the green peppercorns for that signature Szechuan numbing. Between the two of us, the medium chicken pot was already more than enough food but we still had a whole hotpot course. To start that, you just notify the staff that you're ready for hotpot and they'll come over with a giant kettle of soup to pour in your pot. Then you have a new hot pot meal and can order more sides. Theres also a sauce bar if you want to create a dipping sauce for your hot pot goods. As someone who loves hot pot, I really enjoyed the multimeal approach here and can see it being a really fun spot for large groups. The amount of food provided for the cost was fair and my partner and I ended up with lots of leftovers. I'd highly recommend this spot for anyone!

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    Kristy V.

    Food: The Beef Ribs Pot was delicious! There was a lot of veggies and meat enough for 2 people. If you're going with 4 people, it will be enough if you all get rice as well. All in all, no complaints about the food--it was savoury, delicious and they even have an open sauce bar for your convenience (although I would argue that you don't even need it, even if you're doing the hotpot portion)! Service: Service was great! We went at a pretty slow time (around 4pm) and there was only 2 other tables beside us. The waiters always noticed when our water and soup bases were low--very attentive! Ambiance: Love! No notes, they even have a TV for your entertainment. There are a lot of tables with beautiful Chinese decorations. TDLR: food was enough for 2-3 people, waiters were very attentive and there is a lot of space for other diners. Would I come back? Yes, I would definitely come back!

    Wide Vermecelli, watercress, enoki mushrooms, beef rolls and shrimp balls
    Kacee T.

    A unique dining experience that encourages extended meals and conversation. You start the meal off with a dry pot stir fry of your choice - definitely pay the extra $1 for rice cause idk how else you can enjoy the dish. You typically wanna finish the meat before moving on to the second portion of your meal. They will add a bone broth to the remaining veggies and sauce in your pot which now turns your meal into hotpot. The best of both worlds for people who want different meals for dinner. 5 sides for the hotpot and one small pot was enough to satisfy 3 people for around $17 per person after tip. A great place to catch up with someone, I wouldn't come here expecting a quick in and out meal

    Hotpot side items
    Victor N.

    The interesting thing with this restaurant is that you start off with a main dish (chicken, frog, beef, shrimp, etc...) and after you're finished with the main dish they pore a soup base into the clay pot so that you can have a round of hot pot afterwards. The whole experience was worth the value. The price was not very expensive and left me feeling completely full. The flavor of all of the dishes were great. The establishment was clean and service was good. I would recommend and I would be willing to come back myself!

    Beef
    Susan P.

    Came all the way from Austin to Houston just to eat, and wow--I'm so glad we did! Austin doesn't have too many spots like this, so this was such a treat. The broth was absolutely packed with flavor--rich, comforting, and downright addictive. The restaurant was spotless (love a super clean space ), and parking was surprisingly easy, which made the whole experience even smoother. Service was a little on the slower side, but honestly, once the food hit the table, it was worth the wait. Definitely a spot I'd come back to whenever I'm in Houston--highly recommend if you're craving something comforting and flavorful!

    Garlic ribs
    Huy N.

    Chongqing has been a staple in my family for a while now. We've been here multiple occasions and it is phenomenal every time. The servers are pretty attentive, and it's a nice family vibe in here. You start off with a dry pot that is accompanied by a side of steamed rice. We got the garlic ribs on medium spice this time, and it was very good. The spare ribs were super tender and fell off the bone, while the sauce was very well seasoned which went perfectly with rice. After you finish the dry pot, you can request the broth to be poured in to make it a hot pot where you can order additional proteins like beef, lamb, fish, etc along with glass noodles, ramen and veggies. They also have a sauce bar where you can make your own dip for the hot pot. The bill came out to be $120 including tax and tip for 4 of us which is pretty good considering we were all pretty full.

    Photo after they add broth to the pot to turn it into hotpot
    Nick S.

    My partner and I ventured to Chongqing Chicken Pot on a Friday night when it was slightly cooler and we were in the mood for a warm, hearty meal. This is a cool spot in the plaza with Meet Fresh (has its own parking garage that is three levels) that serves "dry" pots with your protein of choice first, followed by adding broth to the pot with whatever options you want (veggies, noodles, more protein). We started with the chicken pot, which had tons of white and dark meat, a bit of spiciness and a slight numbing sensation, red onion, celery, and delicious whip garlic that absorbed all of the saucy goodness (even though it's a dry pot, it still has a decent sauce base, it's just not full blown broth). Pictured is a medium pot, which is probably too much for two adults unless you haven't eaten all day. We barely finished the chicken when we were ready for the broth to make it into a more traditional hot pot. Note that you select your hotpot options at the beginning so they come out well in advance of adding the broth. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and we certainly didn't leave hungry. Our servers were very kind and checked in frequently. And the price for two adults was quite reasonable when you consider we had 2 meals a piece. Give them a try when you're in the Bellaire/Chinatown area of Houston. Just make sure you come hungry!

    Broth added to the pot..Hotpot time!!!
    Lele Y.

    Controversial but gotta give credit when credit is due -- thanks to Mikey Chen, is how I found out about this place! I love dry hotpot along with Szechuan cuisine, and since Bay Area has just a couple places, I knew I wanted to check this place out (so glad I did!) We arrived around 6:00pm (get here early, it'll get pretty packed and then there'll be a waitlist!) and were able to be seated and started grubbing around 6:30pm We got the Medium Chicken Pot at Mild Spice -- very tasty and also it was perfect for SO who doesn't eat a lot spice, and the Medium was a great size to split among two average eaters! But, wishing I ordered a small now...because the remaining spices at the bottom of the pot...staff adds broth to it and ta-da, HOTPOT time! Ugh had I known the broth would be so delicious, I would've opt for a small pot lol Highly recommend checking out this place if you love Hotpot + Szechuan cuisine, it's located in a plaza with its lots of desserts too which is always a bonus!

    Beef ($4.99), lamb ($4.99), enoki mushrooms (3.49), quail eggs ($4.49), and bean curd ($3.49)
    Han L.

    Highlight: Chongqing Chicken Pot and hot pot with beef, lamb, enoki mushrooms, quail eggs, and bean curd Such a fun and unique dining experience, where you first enjoy tender, tasty, and flavorful chicken from a pot, which later transforms into a savory hot pot, broth flavored by the remains of the chicken pot. You're eating most parts of a chicken so be prepared to work for the meat. The ones closer to the bones are the most tender and flavorful. The meats for the hot pot were high quality and the vegetables tasted even better after soaking in the broth. Hospitality: Got our hot pot ingredients soon after we ordered but the chicken pot did take about 15 minutes. The staff was attentive and did provide us with our broth as soon as we were ready. Honorable Mention: Be prepared to stay a little bit longer than an average restaurant to be able to enjoy the meal fully. I would recommend!

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    We had a very disappointing experience and would not return…read more We arrived around 8:00 p.m. even though the restaurant's posted closing time is 9:00 p.m. Since there are no paper menus and the QR code menu doesn't clearly explain what is included in the all-you-can-eat option, it took us a little time to decide. I specifically asked our server whether we had enough time for the all-you-can-eat meal because I didn't want to feel rushed. She assured us we would have an hour and a half to eat and recommended that option, so we ordered it at $39.99 per person. Shortly after we started eating, my son stopped because he said the broth tasted overwhelmingly like MSG and made him feel sick. I wasn't impressed with the food either, but since we had already paid nearly $40 per person, I continued eating. Around 8:40 p.m. I asked for a bowl of rice. About 10 minutes later, after it never arrived, I asked again. The server went to the kitchen and came back saying there was no more rice because the kitchen had already closed. At that point it was only about 8:50 p.m., even though the restaurant doesn't close until 9:00 p.m. She also mentioned they had already done "last call," but no one ever informed our table that last call was happening. To make matters worse, I explained that my son wasn't eating because he felt sick from the broth and that some of the vegetables didn't seem fresh. Instead of offering a solution, I was told I couldn't order anything else, had to eat what was already on the table, and could be charged if we didn't finish the food. At that point there was no reason to continue the all-you-can-eat experience because we were no longer allowed to order. I asked for the check around 8:50 p.m., but was told to finish the food first. We finally received our bill around 9:00 p.m. and left still hungry and extremely disappointed. The biggest issues weren't just the quality of the food--they were the misleading expectation that we'd have plenty of time for all-you-can-eat dining, the kitchen shutting down before the posted closing time without warning, and the lack of customer service when problems were brought to the staff's attention. We left feeling hungry, disappointed, and unwell. Even an hour after leaving, I had already finished three glasses of water because my mouth and tongue still felt irritated after the meal. For $40 per person, this experience fell far short of what was promised. There are far better Shabu shabu/hot pot restaurants in the area. We'll stick to Shabu Zone and Shabu En from now on.

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    Such an adorable set up! And you get to grind your own sesame for your sesame sauce.
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    Shabu En

    4.6
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    Justin our server was amazing! Very helpful and respectful as this was my first time here! Amazing…read morefood, definitely recommend.

    I was super excited to eat here since my family said that it's top 100 spot on the US (I believe)…read moreand that they've come here multiple times with other people. The food at Shabu En is so good! The service is very thoughtful also and they're very attentive. The decorations in the restaurant is also very nice and it's very clean too. There's plenty of parking so no need to worry about driving around to get a spot unless you're trying to be closer. When you walk in, there is a waiting area where you can sit while waiting to be seated. They also provide some water and snacks in the front while waiting. It also has a photo spot near the front. For the food, there is a big selection. They have lots of soup bases, and it's possible to switch soup bases if you feel tired of the one you started with. I tried a few and they were all good. The flavors start to mix after you put in your hotpot ingredients, so I would suggest drinking some of the soup beforehand. My favorite broth I tried was the duck broth. You can really taste the duck and it's the most flavorful to me, and someone in the group said you can really taste the five spice powder (I couldn't but I liked it a lot). The tonkatsu is pretty decent and tastes like what you expect. I tried the Shabu En special broth, and it tastes like dashi soup. Very standard and pretty good broth. In my opinion, the sukiyaki broth is good for short term broth and just dipping your meat temporarily. To me the sweetness overpowered the soy sauce flavor, but it's still very good. You get your meat by ordering with the server, but they come by very often and it comes out very quickly that you don't really notice a long period without any meat. At the center where you grab veggies and the sauce bar, there are sections where you can get drinks, such as tea and Vietnamese coffee, which is in addition to the drinks you can order off the menu. There is also a small dessert station but it's a must try! It has a snow shaved ice, and it has a toppings bar next to it with toppings and different sauces you can put on it. Overall, it's a really good AYCE restaurant that's definitely worth trying out.

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    4.0
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    Happy Lamb Hot Pot brings an all you can eat experience to Houston for just around 20 dollars for…read morethe basic tier, making it a great value option. The restaurant has two locations in Houston, and the one near Chinatown offers plenty of parking and a recently renovated, clean and bright dining space. There are also private rooms with a traditional style atmosphere. The buffet area is very well stocked with a wide variety of vegetables, tofu, noodles, meatballs, and even seafood. There are also extra side dishes, including crispy fried chicken, which is especially good. There are four soup bases to choose from, including original bone broth, spicy broth, sour tomato, and herbal style. The broth is simmered for over six hours using beef bones and chicken, giving it a rich flavor with a slight cumin aroma. The meat selection is impressive, including wagyu beef, lamb slices, Angus beef, chicken, and several marinated options. The higher tier even includes wagyu for under 30 dollars, which is excellent value. Overall, this is one of the best value all you can eat hot pot spots in Houston with consistent refills, good quality, and a wide variety of options.

    We love Happy Lamb Hot Pot! This is our go-to location that never misses…read more We're thrilled about them adding the Tom Yum broth base- it is absolutely delicious. We've previously enjoyed doing the best of both worlds pairing, but since they've added Tom Yum, we now do the pot split 3 ways. The self-serve buffet always has fresh veggies and seafood choices. Our favorites include the spinach, bok choy, shrimp, clams, sweet potato, corn, and pumpkin. I think they've done away with the lobster balls which used to be my favorite, but I've since switched to dumplings which are tasty. I love the items from the hot bar- the orange chicken is yummy. The service here is always attentive and friendly. Hot Pot here always hits.

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    4.2
    (695 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$$

    This is my favorite hotpot place and the staff is amazing food is so good meat is all fresh and…read morethey're always restocking

    Shabu Zone is my FAVORITE shabu/hot pot spot in Houston, hands down. In terms of consistency, food,…read moreflavor, and service, it is the best. Big space so good for any occasion! Food: 9/10 Meats: I always get numbers 1, 2, 5, and 6. The meat cuts 1 and 2 are my favorite on the dinner menu because they are so tender and not too fatty. 5 and 6 are my favorites on the lunch menu. Sauce Bar: This is where shabu zone differentiates itself. The sauce bar is not your typical make yourself hot pot sauce, but they also have premade sauces that are delicious. The garlic sauce, black garlic, spicy ponzu, wasabi and corn are amazing. I just can't express enough how amazing it is to have the sauce bar and banchan bar. Banchan Bar: My favorite part of shabu zone and something that keeps me coming back. The onion jalapeno banchan is amazing, sweet and delicious perfect balance to the meat. The kimchi selection is great! I love making wraps with the white radish rounds too. Dessert: Good ice cream selection like their green tea and red bean flavors. Also, the coffee flavor is very good. The Vietnamese fruit cocktail che is also a nice touch that my parents love getting. Vegetable/Noodle options: Good options, I love the pumpkin and broccolli, watercress, spinach, enoki mushroom too! Lots of seafood options and different noodles. The hand pulled korean flat noodles are amazing. Broth: Broth is good, with sukiyaki being a favorite of mine along with Miso and Tonkotsu (vegetarian is nice as well). While the broths here are not as flavorful as rival shabu places like (Shabu En), it is good enough and does not hinder the experience. Overall, I will stand by my love for shabu zone. May be busy and hard to get a table at times though because of how popular they are.

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    4.0
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    17.4 mi
    $$$

    Wish I could give them 20 stars! My friend suggested we try this place out and as neither of us…read morehave ever been before we decided to try it. And I'm so glad we did! The service was top notch Kevin our waiter was perfect, he explained exactly what us first timers needed to know (we opted for the BBQ vs Hot Pot) and gave excellent amount of service without interrupting too often, but without ignoring. And now my favorite part the food.... We ordered the following for our meat selections: Prime Beef Brisket, Spicy Beef Bulgogi, Garlic Chicken, Pork Belly, Cumin Lamb and Garlic Shrimp. For veggies: Shiitake mushrooms, Mung Bean Sprouts, Onions, Bamboo Shoots, Eggplant, Zucchini and we topped it off with a pineapple drink. My friend said the veal and the pork belly were both delicious, I don't eat either so my review is based on everything else. OMG the flavors were so packed into the meats they needed nothing else. The spicy beef bulgogi was by far my absolute favorite (I polished off two full servings myself) the spice profile was so perfect that it enhanced the beef without masking the natural flavor and the use a good quality beef as well so any toughness is due to your own over cooking which still didn't happen. The shrimp and chicken came in tied for second place for flavor bomb, I'm pretty sure they marinate this stuff for days for it to taste so full of flavor! There is also a fully stocked "Sauce Bar" with so many different kinds of sauces and additions. The inside is very large, but not loud and they have a full bar for those who wish to sit there. If you haven't tried them yet GO! You and your stomach will thank me.

    Great service our waiter was amazing. He brought us new grill tops three times and kept them fresh…read morehe always made my grandmother garlic butter and brought it to her. That was a first for us and was amazing he really made our night. Didn't get a name but got a side pic. . The food was excellent much better than other locations and the service again five stars. We took my 101 yr old grandmother and she loved it. What an amazing experience for her and the family to celebrate my daughters birthday.

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    KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
    KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
    KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

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    Go Shabu

    Go Shabu

    4.6
    (259 reviews)
    27.7 mi
    $$

    I recently tried this local shabu spot and had a really enjoyable experience. The restaurant was…read moreclean, well-organized, and the atmosphere felt comfortable for both small groups and solo diners. The broth was flavorful but not overly salty, which worked perfectly for cooking the meats and vegetables. The beef slices were thin and fresh, cooking quickly in the broth and staying tender. The vegetable platter was generous and included a nice variety like cabbage, mushrooms, tofu, and noodles. One thing I liked was the sauce bar--there were several options like ponzu, sesame sauce, garlic, and chili so you could customize the flavor exactly how you want. Service was friendly and attentive. The staff explained how to cook the ingredients properly, which is helpful if you're new to shabu-shabu. The only small downside was that it can get a bit busy during peak dinner hours, so you might have to wait for a table. Overall, it's a great spot if you're craving fresh hot pot and a casual dining experience. I'd definitely come back again.

    Food: 4.5/5 Service: 2/5…read moreAmbiance: 4.5/5 Overall: 3.4/5 I absolutely love this place, so it pains me to write this review, but I left this time a little bit pissed off. Came in with a group of friends for a late dinner and wanted to order a lot of meats. We ended up ordering 12 meats to start off for the three of us at one of the tables but only ever got 7 of our meats. Wasn't the biggest issue, and I was still fine at this point. For the next ~20min after we finished our meats, I see our waiter walking around, helping out one table at a time and then just dip, not seeing them for a long period of time. Eventually, the lady working at the front desk helps us order our meats, and our waiter comes out 5 minutes later to ask us if we need anything. I don't really know what happened here, everything still tasted great, but waiting this long to eat more really just kind of ruined the vibes of this meal. Hope my next experience is better.

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    Buffet - Condiments
    Buffet - Condiments
    Go Shabu spicy soup base
    Go Shabu spicy soup base
    Go Shabu

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    Chongqing Chicken Pot - hotpot - Updated July 2026

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