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{Overall: 3.5; Food: 3.5} Service: 3.5; Ambiance: 4 Good hot pot spot in Midtown. The waits can be very long, so make a reservation or put yourself on the waitlist early. While Hai Di Lao and the Dolar Shop are still my favorites in NYC, this is a decent spot when I want to go somewhere easily accessible. The restaurant is clean and has a fun ambiance. The service is good. read more

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Stephanie Z.

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So flavorful, delicious. Excellent customer service, wish we had this back home. Best hot pot ever

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My group of 6 was able to get seated immediately at 1210 on a cold Saturday, but we definitly saw the place starting to get crowded round 1230-1. Overall I had a pretty good experience, they had a pretty good selection of items and quality of most of the items were pretty good. Taking a star off for a few things though: we ordered two portions of the steak rib eye, and for some reason one of the rib eyes was really thick + we wanted to cancel the seafood platter when it hadn't been brought out to us yet and were told we couldn't because nobody else was ordering it. I really enjoyed the tomato broth, and they had a good selection of sauces and fruits and a sweet desserty soup that you could help yourself to! Would definitely come back again read more

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My friend and I were craving Hot Pot and this was close to K-town. So, being experienced eaters in Flushing we were excited to see what K-Town would bring. Food: 3.5/5 I was honestly disappointed with menu. I was expecting duck tongue to be avaliable but it wasn't. I even had my friend (native Chinese) read the Chinese menu in case I missed it. But, it was not there. The veggie and meat selection were okay nothing particularly interesting. We ordered the pork knuckles, but there were not anything to write home about. Service : 5/5 Candidly, this is not a western restaurant. You order the food by yourself, you make your sauce by yourself, and you can call staff via the tablet. I am not disappointed by this at all. All in all, I am not sure if I would go back since I have had better Hot Pot in Flushing. But if I am stuck in Manhattan, maybe? read more

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Love the decor here! Overall the hot pot was decent if you aren't trying to eat a lot of meat. We order a beef and a beef tongue, felt like meat quality was kinda mid. We liked the vegetables and the shrimp paste more. The spicy broth was super spicy even when it's mild You order your food through the iPad. Service here was good, we were able to get a server's attention pretty easily& and the server came around with help us with the shrimp paste and add more soup without us having to flag them down. read more

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Real deal. Mango shaved ice. This is an amazing little hot pot joint in Koreatown. Order anything. Whatever suits your hot pot fancy. It's all awesome and perfect late night comfort food in New York. We went back as soon as they opened the next morning for another round of the mango snow ice. (Sounds strange but it made the perfect breakfast) The snowy, flaky goodness changed our lives and we've been on a journey since to find its equal. read more

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Quick service, cute ambiance, great food. You order on an iPad and the sauce station is right near the entrance. Quality of meats is decent and servers were nice and friendly. Highly recommend for hot pot in the area with a big group! read more

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First time for us to try a Chinese hot pot. The waitress was very nice and did provide great advices. You can get on top of the broth a lot of ads-on like beef, chicken, mushrooms, tofu etc... and you can add pasta to do a sort of ramen. The food had a lot of great flavors. Overall, this is a great place. read more

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So, so good! I'm not a hot pot connoisseur, and I honestly don't necessarily ever crave it, but we stopped by for a warm meal and left very satisfied! Staff is super nice, place seems clean, lots of space to sit and enjoy. The food is fresh and delicious. read more

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TLDR: If you are looking for spicy Sichuan style hot pot in the city, look no further than ER. Conveniently near Herald Square, pretty on par quality-wise with Flushing. Stopped in during the week for a work lunch. Tables were a bit tight but then again this is Midtown so not surprising. Ordering is done on an iPad as is customary nowadays. Went with the pork bone broth and the spicy broth. Both were flavorful, most meats were cooked in the spicy one and veggies in the pork bone. Fish was probably my favorite and quite reasonable at about $5 per order. All the other staple items were good, shrimp paste, tofu skin rolls, fish roe balls, etc. Extra points because they got aprons, so you can hot pot even in a suit! read more

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Oy, $80 for a la carte hot pot for two people. This place is priiiiicey. But I guess it's what they need to do to stay afloat in Midtown Manhattan. Pro tip: Arrive at 5:30pm on a Monday night, and you won't have to wait. By 7:30pm, though, the place is packed. Best broth was the Pork Soup base, and the best items were the Handpulled Noodles. They need more leafy greens besides napa cabbage, lettuce and tong hua. Some bok choy, yu choy or Chinese broccoli would be great. read more

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Thought the broths were okay, the spicy one was very oily and it was pretty pricey. I liked how you could just walk in and they had good sauce selection! read more

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Not my favorite hot pot but suitable for midtown im sure because of the lack of competition. The hot pots are super old, burnt, and worn out (see photo), i believe these are called cancerous aluminum/stainless steel pots at this point. You would think they can afford to buy new pots read more

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Do B.

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I covered several miles for this food today. I must highlight that the service here is truly in a class of its own. It's inexpensive yet the servings are substantial. This place delivers on flavor. I would visit again and suggest others try it. read more

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The restaurant is clean and has character. The food/meat/ vegetables are fresh. It has oranges and cantaloupe as side dishes. A lot of source/seasonings to choose from. Also, it has 2 types of Chinese sweet soups that free to eat. The service is great, the staff is very responsive and quick to help you. read more

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Excellent new hot pot location in ktown. Went early around 6pm to beat the dinner rush. There isn't a ton of seating so I could see it becoming difficult to get a table during rush hour. Portions are a little bit smaller than other hot pot places, but for us it works out since we aren't huge volume eaters, and it also works out to a much more reasonable price point. usually we're close to $200 but here the bill came out to ~120. I also noticed that the spicy hot pot soup was easier on my stomach, so i think they do a better job of preparing the sauce here. highly recommended! read more

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Arlene W.

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ER Hot Pot has two midtown locations and is always busy! We joined the (Minitable) waitlist online, and our table was ready in around 45 minutes for Sunday dinner. I would recommend joining the waitlist before you plan on arriving. It is a more premium hot pot experience where you pay per item. The restaurant is hip with bright neon signs and clean with bins to store your belongings so they don't smell like hot pot. We opted for the two types of broth - pork leg bone and spicy. The spicy broth definitely had the mala/numbing flavor so be prepared (but maybe I'm a baby for spice). I found the broth to be rich and flavorful, while not too fatty. The ingredients were incredibly fresh, but it is pricier than other AYCE hot pot options in Manhattan Chinatown. Favorite ingredients were the Class A beef roll, taro, quail eggs, enoki mushrooms and handmade noodles (so chewy and delicious). They have some exotic dishes too like tripe, feet, pig ears, etc. For a party of four with some non-alcoholic beverages, the bill came out to ~$150 (~$38 pp) and we left incredibly full and satisfied. I would recommend ER Hot Pot if you are in Midtown looking for a more upscale hot pot experience without too long of a wait. read more

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Angela L.

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Ingredients are very fresh Service is great Decoration is modern and stylish Broth is very standard and nothing stands out BUT this place is just way too overpriced to justify... 3 of us spend more than $75 per person and we weren't even full afterwards... For this price, we could even go to Keen's steakhouse across from the street for a nice fine dining dinner read more

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Lily L.

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It says they close at 12am but the girl told me they were closed when I walked in at 10:20pm on a Friday night. There were many tables eating..... very weird. Please update your hours so people aren't traveling all the way to your place for no reason. read more

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Sarah M.

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We got here early in the evening so we didn't have to wait too much. We opted for a two person meal and just paid for extra sauce. So we ordered lamb, pork belly, and marinated beef. The marinated beef was not the move for hot pot. When it went into the broth it got super tough and also soggy? The breading on the chicken was more for stir fry and not hot pot. The lamb was good but my favorite was pork belly! The veggies were yummy too. I can't remember what flavors of the broth we got, but the spicy one was super spicy. Which is to be expected, I just can't handle it. The atmosphere is nice because they played a lot of pop covers sung by Asian artists. read more

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Kai S.

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My favourite hotpot place in NYC currently. The spicy broth is so rich and buttery and spicy. The tomato broth is tangy and slightly sweet. The ingredients (lamb, beef, pork, shrimp paste, quail eggs, fish roe balls, etc) are fresh and taste incredible! The meats are of excellent quality. Plus they have virtually all the ingredients one can dream of putting into the hotpot. The pricing is very worth it by NYC standards, where I find myself spending less than some shops in Flushing but yet feeling more full. The dipping sauces are also good, nice sesame and peanut flavours with crunch from the peanut bits. The most magical thing I've tried at this hotpot place was ordering fried dough sticks and fried pork belly and dipping them in the tomato broth. The dough sticks soak up the broth and the fried pork gives a hint of sweet and sour pork, so delicious! read more

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Tansy W.

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So excited there is a hot pot place in midtown! Word is spreading fast so join the waitlist (I think there is one anyway) or see if you can make a reservation. It was a 45 min wait when we first got there on a Sunday night for a party of two, but luckily when we turned away, they were able to squeeze a table for us. I loved that they had fresh handmade noodles as an option, which were delicious, and that they had a ton of unique toppings you don't ordinarily find at other hot pot places (like duck tongue skewers and shrimp paste - both of which I enjoyed surprisingly). I also enjoyed their fish fillets and tofu thread noodles. I didn't love how expensive it was. It ended up being $170 for dinner for the two of us, and they charge $2.99pp for the sauce bar, which I have never heard of (I will note the sauce bar includes edamame and sliced oranges as a snack and dessert). I also was not a fan of their fried tofu skins - they are much better at 99 favor taste, though my husband seemed to like them. But overall, I'm really glad there is a good hot pot place in midtown now. Will probably return - will just have to remember it's not AYCE and moderate what we order! read more

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Sallie D.

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Pluses: - conveniently located in Ktown area - cheaper than some of the other Sichuan hot pot places in the city - that beef tallow hot pot broth is so good. It's less spicy than other places though so go one level higher spicy than you usually do. - duck broth was also good - very duck-y. Minuses: - no plum juice - no bing fen / ice jelly dessert - omg the table height is meant for little kids? Or a discreet effort to increase table turnover rate by making your dining experience subtly uncomfortable? Overall a good addition to the Sichuan hot pot scene. I would only go at an odd hour to avoid having to wait. read more

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ER Hot Pot - Beef tallow broth (delish, get medium spicy which tasted like mild elsewhere), and duck broth - Hot Pot Near Me - New York, New York

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Really authentic Sichuan hot pot spot near ktown! There was no wait for a table for lunch on Saturday. Lots of menu item choices. I recommend the brown sugar rice cake for an appetizer. Sauce bar was free for us and the food was reasonably priced. It was about $100 (before tax and tip) for 3 of us (but my family and I don't eat very much) and we took home leftovers. Ambience was chill. The restaurant played old school Big Bang music which brought back college time nostalgias In summary, definitely one of the better hot pot spots in Manhattan. Highly recommend! read more

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Visited New York and came here for dinner. We waited 30 minutes to be seated. I love that there were a lot choices for sauces. The service was good although some of our orders were put on a separate cart and no one told us it was there until we asked for the missing orders. read more

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I went to ER Hotpot for a late night dinner. I signed up for the waitlist which works well in updating the queue. The restaurant is less spacious than other hotpot places outside NYC. The quality of the food is good and the restaurant is clean. The staff is quite attentive. For a group-friendly restaurant, I was disappointed that they can't split the check more than halfway. Also, they were almost out of drink options. read more

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Maggie L.

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A new go to hot pot place in Manhattan The restaurant is new and clean The service is good Price is reasonable read more

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I rarely find hot pot restaurants in New York City that have the same kind of ambiance and feel compared to their mainland counterparts. I was pleasantly surprised to see a variety of items that I have eaten so fondly in the past available to order. I ordered the classic yuanyangguo with all of the fixings to match. Other than the meat and veggies, one item that really stood out was the fried pork belly with cumin. Really delicious. Make sure you try the orange soda called bei bing yang! Some of the best tasting orange soda I've had. If you are trying to get authentic Chinese flavors without going heavy on the carbs (rice/noodles), hot pot is a very keto-friendly option. Looking forward to going again when the craving hits. read more

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Everything was easy to order with the tablet and service was quick and friendly. The ingredients were also very fresh and tasty. However, we did end up paying $67 per person so this is pricier compared to ayce hotpot chains. read more

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Such a great spot for hot pot in Midtown. The cozy atmosphere makes it a perfect place for a casual meal with friends or family. The price is fair for the area, and the service is friendly and attentive. A solid choice if you're craving a satisfying hot pot experience. read more

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The only hotpot place in midtown! This hotpot place is so good!! I think the location is very convenient and the food is super good. You can order on a tablet and the food gets served very promptly. They have orange slices, grapes, and kelp as side dishes that you can grab on your own by the sauce table. The soup bases are great! It is pretty spicy for the spicy beef one, so just make sure you can handle it! They have wet wipes as well. The only thing is the wait is so long. I think we waited for almost two hours to get a table. read more

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Hanna K.

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Seems to have a long wait time in the evening. This is not an All you can eat Hotpot place. Ambiance of the restaurant was like typical Chinese restaurants. I was pretty excited to try this new hotpot place, but it was a disappointment. Meat quality was not that good. But other items were fresh. Also we had to share two kinds of soups only. Fruits were fresh but they charge them separately. Would I come back? I'd rather try another place. read more

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Recently came here for a "work lunch". I am glad that it's not too crowded during weekday lunch time. Ordered the mild spicy soup broth and duck soup with pickled radish, both soup broths are flavorful. I was impressed by the sauce station, it's clean and organized, each smaller section (maybe 4 sauces) has a lid, which is a plus. Last but not least, thumbs up for the attentive service. It's nice to finally have an authentic hot pot spot in midtown, definitely consider coming back if I am in the area and craving for hot pot. read more

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Great food and I found it quieter than the other Er Hot Pot on 6 Ave. My friend said she can taste the pork bone soup is fresh (which I can't tell) Nice place for lunch for catchups. read more

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Last time I had a hot pod meal was in Shanghai, had to try this one with my family here in NY because we don't have it where we live and OMG! We loved it! They have a lot of choices, the sauce bar is everything you need, the service is excellent, though you might have to wait for a little while if you go during rush hour. The place is super clean and everything was just PERFECT! So perfect we had to go again and visit twice while in NY. read more

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The self serve condiment and sauce bar is everything! If you're craving late night hot pot on a cold day, this place is for you. read more

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Food quality is amazing! Love the atmosphere as well, its very inviting. Logistically everything is well done, Napkins are under your table, you can pack your bag or coat away on the side of the chair. Service is really quick during a busy time, also their toilets are heated and very comforting lol read more

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It's a pretty good spot for hot pot. The restaurant is very modern and the taste is pretty good. The pickle duck soup is surprisingly good. Compared to the hot pot places in Flushing, this place lacks the variety of food in general. Some of my typical hot pot dishes are not on the menu here. I'm glad Manhattan has another decent choice. Also the price is not bad! read more

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11 W 36th St
New York, NY 10018
Midtown West
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(646) 669-7777
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Hours

What time does ER Hot Pot open?

ER Hot Pot opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does ER Hot Pot close?

ER Hot Pot closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does ER Hot Pot take credit cards?

Yes, ER Hot Pot takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does ER Hot Pot serve alcohol?

Yes, ER Hot Pot serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does ER Hot Pot allow dogs?

No, ER Hot Pot does not allow dogs.

Does ER Hot Pot have TVs?

No, ER Hot Pot does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does ER Hot Pot have outdoor seating?

No, ER Hot Pot does not have outdoor seating options.

Does ER Hot Pot have parking?

Yes, ER Hot Pot has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is ER Hot Pot wheelchair accessible?

Yes, ER Hot Pot is wheelchair accessible.

Does ER Hot Pot have free WiFi?

Yes, ER Hot Pot has free WiFi.

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Dinner for one at Buddakan turned into one of those rare experiences where the setting is nearly as…read morememorable as the food. Located within the historic Chelsea Market building--a former Nabisco factory where Oreo cookies were first produced--the restaurant feels theatrical in the best possible way. The soaring ceilings, dramatic lighting, and energetic atmosphere create a sense of occasion from the moment you walk in. It feels less like simply going out to dinner and more like stepping into a beautifully staged production. I started with a Botanist Gin Martini with a twist, which paired wonderfully with the meal. The surprise star of the evening was the new Cucumber Tiger Salad. The balance of flavors was exceptional: bright acidity, a pleasant touch of heat, and just enough mint to make each bite feel fresh and exciting. Every so often the mint would come through and suddenly all the flavors would click together in a way that made me immediately want another bite. This is a dish I would happily order again. Next came the Edamame Dumplings. They were delicate and comforting, especially when enjoyed with the accompanying broth. The broth adds depth and richness that elevates the entire dish. My only suggestion would be the slightest touch more salt, perhaps even a finishing sprinkle of black volcanic salt for both flavor and presentation. I also found myself wishing there were a bit more of that delicious broth because it contributes so much to the overall experience. For my entrée, I ordered the Glazed Alaskan Black Cod, and it absolutely lived up to its reputation. The fish was rich, buttery, and perfectly prepared. What impressed me most was how thoughtfully the accompaniments were composed. The pickled cucumbers brought brightness, acidity, and crunch, while the black bean and eggplant relish delivered deep savory notes and unexpected complexity. I'm generally not an eggplant fan, but this relish was outstanding. The cucumbers and relish sit at opposite ends of the flavor spectrum, yet both somehow make the cod even better. Looking back, I think a glass of Sauvignon Blanc alongside the cod would have been the perfect pairing. I finished with the Miso Caramel Milk Bar, which was spectacular. Decadent, sweet, salty, and touched with just enough umami to keep every bite interesting. The chocolate crumble underneath added a wonderful crunch that contrasted beautifully with the creamy ice cream and luscious caramel sauce. Every component worked together perfectly, creating a dessert that was both indulgent and sophisticated. From start to finish, the meal felt polished, thoughtful, and memorable. Thank you!

Dinner at Buddakan was a wonderful experience! I will say that, although the food is good, you're…read moredefinitely paying for the aesthetic... my boyfriend was paying though so I didn't care! The interior is absolutely chic and maximalist--I felt transported into a different world once I walked down the gigantic staircase into the main dining area. The lights were low, and the walls in the room we were seated in were covered with bookshelves lined by golden books. We ordered the dim sum tasting, the short rib, the lobster fried rice, and the brussels sprouts. The dim sum was a true standout for me--especially the egg roll, which was full of shrimp, meat, and veggies and paired with a delicious creamy sauce. The short rib was also amazing. The bed of mushrooms and noodles it was served on was flavorful and the meat was so tender it melted in your mouth. The drinks were good as well, specifically the lychee martini (I forget its name). Overall, I am glad to have had this dining experience, and recommend it.

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Chop Shop

Absolutely delicious! Gorgeous fresh ingredients, super friendly and prompt service. We had the…read moredrunken noodle and the coconut curry. Both were 10/10. Can't wait to have it again!

File under "Don't Judge a Book By Its Cover" - because you'd never even realize this was a…read morerestaurant when walking by and even after you knew... you might be inclined to keep walking to find something a bit more 'bright' and 'inviting'. (And you'd totally miss out on a great little joint.) I'm a lower middle-class Jersey guy - what the heck do I know about cocktails? But I dove right into one ("Jade Collins") and it was firing on all cylinders. Crisp, clean, strong enough to knock over an ox. Then we got a handful of apps - everyone else swore by all the ones they'd had - but I just tried the Salt & Pepper Shrimp and... sweet baby Jesus, this little plate had a wicked amount of flavor from every angle. "Aggressively seasoned" might be an understatement. Wild. Onto the mains and I ventured towards their Spicy Drunken Noodle (my go-to whenever I'm hitting a Thai restaurant on my home turf) and... yeah, you probably guessed it - incredible. Not the biggest portion but they made every single component sing with flavor. With so much going on - of course I needed to indulge with another drink (hey, I wasn't driving!). There were six of us, it came to about $100 a person... welcome to NYC. But we did get a wide selection of plates/food and those two drinks accounted for about $40 of my tab. (And you'll never see such a heavy wine pour at a restaurant... they filled the glass almost to the rim - which was not even something I'd do for myself when I'm home.) Definitely recommended.

Green papaya, cashew & watercress Green Papaya Salad

Patio

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Patio

Hao Noodle Chelsea

Came by on a whim as I was in the neighborhood. The food is excellent and the service exceptional…read more Nice back room with cool vibe.

Awesome! Even has a photo booth! Such a wonderful exercise!!! And yummy and great service!!read more

Sweet and Sour Ribs and Crispy Pickled Cucumbercucumber

Beautiful centerpiece

Kongpao Chicken

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Philippe Chow

Yeah Id say that was a pretty splendid meal. Shared everything thank goodness…read more Started with the wok fried beef dumplings which were good on their own but had this fire ahh spicy honey mustard wow. Then the scallion pancakes which were crispy and airy paired with this very interesting sauce that was clear but tasted like sweet and sour sauce. For mains we got Kung Pao Chicken which was pretty delicious but my star of the show was the Crispy Beef. It was crispy asf and skinny too I didn't know you could make beef skinny like that. Sauce was super tasty and thick. On the side was broccoli which was fine and eggplant which was fine on its own and good with the chili sauce. Split the Fortune Cookie Red Velvet Cake which okay I thought there would be more creativity with adding fortune cookies somewhere in the cake but it was just a cake with fortune cookies on top. Also they put 2 when we had 4 people like lowkey they couldve just put 2 more on there but anyways the cake itself was pretty tasty so can't complain there.

Philippe Chow is why Yelp exists. You would otherwise never know that this upscale Chinese…read moreRestaurant blasts club music and mandates 20% gratuities. The food is all over the place but the main theme is that everything is over-seasoned to please the crowd of people who all were gulping down colorful sugary cocktails with dinner while wearing athletic clothing. Peking duck (for 4-5) had great accompaniments (rare to actually get bao with it) but it was a lackluster portion of duck. Salt and pepper shrimp were offensively salted. Special "mignon" was great. The hand-pulled noodles *gasp* weren't hand pulled. "BBQ" chicken in the other noodles was very dry. Sea bass portion was very small. Scallion pancakes were good. Shrimp dumplings were the highlight. I recommend skipping this restaurant.

Maine Lobster: ginger scallion sauce

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Bottle of Moët & Chandon

Chi Restaurant & Bar

Chi Restaurant offers an extensive, authentic menu that's divided out by type of food - chicken,…read morebeef, pork, vegetable, etc. Everything is also labeled for dietary restrictions. Service is very fast and they kept the water flowing (spicy dishes really are spicy!), and the portions are huge. Though you have to pay extra for white rice ($3 a bowl), the overall value was reasonable for the main dishes. The restaurant is dark and elegant inside, with a large tv over the bar that was showing sports when we were there. It had a nice ambience.

Located on the Westside behind Port authority. This un suspecting authentic Chinese restaurant sits…read morein a busy block. They have a banner for great HH specials that can only be redeemed at the bar (until next time). The space is large and modern. Suitable for big groups, date night, pre show, post showing dining. The staff is extremely friendly and attentive. The food: Soup dumplings- had a nice glisten to the outer bun. The under carriage held firm and with a delicious soup bro inside. Fish filet with ginger and scallion- nice portion size and a flavorful and clean dish. Braised pork belly- jam packed in flavor and cooked so tender from the meat to the fat. The pan fried noodle- normally a favorite in Chinese restaurants. This didn't hit its marks. There wasn't much noodles. The outer brim wasn't crispy. And it was a lot of sauce. The protein was scarce. And they had more veggies than protein. We were a table of 5 including a 6 year old. And everybody left full. And satisfied.

Chi Bar - Modern bar area with handcrafted cocktails

Midnight Margarita - infused Mezcal, Italicus, Tonka, Mexican Apertif, Vanilla Acid

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Chi Backroom 4 - Perfect for intimate group gatherings

Grand Sichuan Eastern

This is just a neighborhood joint (with a "B" clean rating)…read more MUST ORDER HERE: the cold sesame noodles and the scallion pancake. Those were the highlights for me. I used to live in NYC and cold peanut (or sesame) noodles were on every Chinese menu in the city. Weird that I have never seen them anywhere in San Francisco (or Dallas). They were just scrumptious, and I plan on making them with some grilled chicken next week for a dinner party. I would have liked some chopped scallions on top here, but this place is kinda "no frills". The scallion pancake was nice and crispy, maybe a little oily, but still excellent. Two friends and I split the noodles, the pancake, the mu shu pork and the General Tso's chicken. It all came out pretty fast. Strange too, that no chopsticks were offered.

I've eaten here before, before the pandemic, it was decent. But randomly returning for the same…read moredish which is sub par. I ordered the general tso tofu, it wasn't firm like usual. They must've used all their form tofu and used medium. The breading was convincing but tofu too soft. I still ate the meal since I was semi hungry. Disappointed in consistency. Water closet located next to register. I most likely won't eat here any time soon.

Cold sesame noodles. Order this!

20. General Tso's Tofu

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Mu shu pork

Adel's Famous Halal Food

We got the mixed platter - check and lamb with hot sauce on the side!…read more The line for pick up order was only 5 people vs 25+ people trying to order! The Pita bread that comes was not good (tasted like it was baked in caked greasy pan) BUT the FOOD WAS SO GOOD!!! Loved all the seasoning of the meats that were tender with yellow rice. Hot sauce was actually hot and very flavorful!

Move over Halal Guys...there's a new guy on the block* who goes by Adel!…read more I got the lamb plate with half yellow half spicy rice, white sauce on top, green (cilantro) and red (hot) sauce on the side. The plate was generous, the lamb was nicely seasoned and both rice options hit the spot. The fries on top are a must. I love the Indian flavor twist! The line was halfway down the block at 11:30pm on a weekday! It went fairly fast and I got my food within twenty minutes. Slight discount if you pay cash. -------------------- *well, technically four blocks down.

Combo (chicken and lamb) over rice and fries was well seasoned. Would recommend dranks while waiting with friends in line hehe!

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Chicken over Rice Platter and Lamb Over Rice

L’industrie Pizzeria

This place can definitely get busy and it can be hard to get seating. There's also a standing area…read moreinside. Staff was friendly and the food didn't take too long to come out. I got the Fig and Bacon Pizza and Burrata Slice which were delicious and flavorful. It tasted high-quality and even the crust was enjoyable. The fig jam and bacon pizza had a good sweetness. This place was probably one of my favorite pizza spots if not my favorite pizza spot I tried in New York.

Line was super long and jam packed inside but it went by quicker than I thought. We waited maybe…read more15-20 minutes. The space was pretty small but there's bar tables available if you're lucky to get a spot! We got the fig jam and bacon pie which was a 10/10. I love thin crust pizza and all of the flavors were well balanced. The jam and bacon were a perfect combination. We also got the Spicy salami pie. It was okay to me, nothing crazy. It was more on the saltier side than spicy. But overall I'd love to come back and try other flavors!

IG: @nom.noms.only | fig jam & tartufo

Open kitchen interior

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Mama's Too

Realllyyyyyy gooood!!! Different style slice than the regular NYC style. I really enjoyed the…read morethickness, crispness, and unique flavors!! Both pizza slices were fire. The angry nonna pepperoni and hot honey. The Bufalina had blue cheese and chicken, it was really good but I'm not a huge fan of blue cheese. Not many seats inside, we stood and eat. The service was fairly quick and kind. We ordered: Angry Nonna 5/5 Bufalina 4/5 (I'm not a fan of blue cheese) Overall, I highly recommend trying their pizzas out. Especially if you love a thick slice. I was full off one slice of pizza. The pizza was around $7 per slice, but like I said, one slice is enough so I feel it was worth the price. I'll definitely come back!!!

So, first off, the place is 98% take out. 2 sets of table/chair inside. Nothing more. So you'd…read morebetter be ready to take out. Pizzas are their main deal and I believe there are sandwiches too! We ordered pizzas and boy, they were good. Not sure if this is Detroit style, but it is pan pizza. Tasty! Overall a good cut of pie!

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Golden Diner

We did a walk up on a Friday morning and got there around 10:30, which gave us a 90 min wait. We…read morewere fine to wait, and walked around china town to kill time. You will get a text when the table is ready with 10 min to get there. It is a very small diner, with a cool vibe. You're there for the food, nothing fancy. The staff were very kind, and quick with our requests. We came for the pancakes, and they were absolutely worth the hype. Hands down the BEST pancakes we've ever had in life. 1 plate comes with 2 pancakes and are enough to share. But not too much if you're only getting pancakes for a solo serving, you'll be able to finish. We shared the pancakes and also got a breakfast sandwich.

I've been wanting to try this place out since 2021, but never got the chance. I got here on Monday…read moremorning at around 11:00 am to put my name down for a table of 2 and there was already an hour and 45 minute wait. After running a couple of errands while waiting for the table to be ready, we were seated outside at the patio after an hour and 45 minutes. We ordered the famous honey butter pancakes, the korean wings, and the breakfast sandwich with hash brown, scrambled eggs, and sausage. The honey butter pancakes were pretty good but kinda drenched in the butter that made it hard to finish. The korean wings were also alright but the batter to me was kinda thick and heavy and lacked crispiness. The best item we ordered was the breakfast sandwich with hashbrown, scrambled eggs, and sausage. I think the eggs are cooked with cheese, and as someone who typically does not eat cheese, I didn't mind it. I don't know if I'll be back again - I think the concept of an asian twist on the classic diner does sound intriguing but difficult to execute. I also wasn't a big fan of the wait time. If you typically like heavier, diner food then this spot might be the place for you!

Smaller than I thought. Now I know why there is always such a long wait.

Korean Fried Chicken Wings

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Honey Butter Pancakes

Szechuan Mountain House

The food was delicious and so FAST! Our waiter Frankie was so nice! Will definitely be coming back!…read moreThe vibe inside was relaxing and the seats were comfortable.

We had a lovely birthday dinner here. The Szechuan fried noodles, and the stir-fried cabbage were…read moremy favorite, but everything was so good. The mapo tofu, green beans, twice cooked pork, and spicy (lazi) chicken were very flavorful. I thought the mala levels were just right, but it may be on a bit on the lighter side compared to authentic. The lamb spine came in a delicious broth, but it was a bit hard eating the lamb from the bone for not a lot of meat. The house steamed fish was also amazing. They don't take online reservations for groups over 5, so we called to make one for our group of 6. It was pretty busy Friday night, so would recommend. The service was great; they drew the cutest card when they found out it was my brother's birthday and let us bring a cake. And they also offered hair ties to the people with long hair. You order through an iPad which has a beautiful menu.

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Mapo Ma-Po Tofu 麻婆豆腐

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Mala prawn

Very Fresh Noodles

Love this place and go here every time I'm in Chelsea Market! The service is quick, price is…read moredecent, and their dishes are pretty simple. There was one time I got the dry spicy beef noodles and the beef came kind of uncooked. We sent it back and they were able to quickly remake it for us. Hasn't ever happened again though. Not too much seating available here, but if you walk around the market, there are other places you could probably find seats.

Personally, this meal was not my cup of tea. I thought the noodles were quite expensive for the…read moresize of bowl you get. Having gotten the Taiwanese beef soup noodles, I didn't feel like it tasted authentic, and the quality of the beef did not seem great - it was tough and chewy. Maybe I should have gone with the cumin noodles instead. I did enjoy the lychee lemonade, which was refreshing!

Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup

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Alicia C.

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28

3 years ago

I stumbled across this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try. I opted a plate of lamb, beef, pork, along with enoki mushrooms, noodles, and a drink from Yomi. The lamb stood out as my favorite, although it's a bit tricky to find on the menu. The beef was quite chewy and tough on my jaw, so I wouldn't recommend it. The tomato soup was exceptionally flavorful, surpassing any other I've tasted elsewhere. However, the overall experience with other dishes resembled that of any typical hot pot place. The red bean milk tea from Yomi didn't meet my taste expectations; it had a medicinal flavor that didn't appeal to me. On the service front, the staff was attentive--the server/hostess even helped charge my phone. The ambiance of the place is charming, but the the lines are surprisingly long, I'd highly suggest reserving a spot on Yelp beforehand to avoid waiting. read more

Demi M.

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4 years ago

Not my favorite hotpot place but it does fill that void during cold winter days where a hotpot dinner helps ease the heart and mind. The warm broth intoxicating the senses woke me up from the cold slumber. The quality is there and the price reflects midtown Manhattan. ($70/pp) on average with drinks/tax/tip and I think I would go here again if my stomach calls for it. Service wasn't great. Sauce bar could be cleaner. Some may not like how expensive the individual dishes are and you don't get that much meat per dish. However I would only travel to chinatown or flushing if I wanted cheaper AYCE. For a close quick dinner in the city, it has its pros. Being able to hit the ktown area after dinner is a major bonus. read more

Lili L.

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3

1

3 years ago

A meal reservation has been made. There is also a time limit of 2 hours to finish eating her. Why did it take half an hour for many of us to finish ordering? Eating with an hour and a half left seems like rushing to work. Being in a hurry makes people uncomfortable. read more

Luna A.

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3

4 years ago

This place is really worth the wait the service here is great food is 10/10 but you have to cook it and if you say "it tasted bad" THATS ON YOU you cooked it the ambiance was meh but you would really enjoy this place but you can't be a white girl there read more

Violet Y.

81

10

15

4 years ago

If you're a hot pot lover!!! Must try this one! Very authentic! We tried almost everything from the menu. The dishes are all over the place! read more

Constance W.

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1

0

3 years ago

It was hot pot. They have hot pot stuff. Shared pot. The spicy soup was really good. Had bingsu was soooo good mango delicious

Huang J.

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1

4 years ago

氛围很好牛油锅很过瘾肥牛和肥羊都很好吃但是排队有点多人饭点一定要提前预定或者提早去一点不然在外面看着他们吃这么香能馋死

Joe Q.

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2

0

4 years ago

Love this place! Good food and friendly staff. Def a try

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There has been a handful of malatang spots that opened lately, including this one. After trying…read morethis spot out, this has become my top malatang spot. Even better that it's located in midtown. Their seating area is a lot more appealing and welcoming compared to the other spots in NYC. Must be all of the greenery they put up. We were seated by a staff member, then we went to pick our own ingredients for the malatang, which goes for $18 a pound. Affordable if you don't go overboard. I wan't feeling spicy, so I got one that wasn't spicy, don't remember which one that was. Tasted great and refreshing. Would come back again.

decent malatang spot with lots of meat and veggie options, a cute interior, and lots of freebies!…read morethe soup options were also interesting like there was tom yum and curry, which i've never seen before at a malatang place, but my friend said the curry soup wasn't that good :( the tomato soup was pretty yummy but it just tasted like standard tomato soup at a hotpot/malatang place. they have a free ice jelly dessert stand with toppings and give free soft serve ice cream! good value for the price! that being said if you do go try not to sit at the two seater on the booth side close to the "mixology" bar in the back because there was a guy sitting there and there was a surprise ledge above his head and he banged his head there and started bleeding 2 tables away from us very traumatizing i hope he's ok. definitely bad interior design on growl growl's part i hope management compensated that man cuz it looked pretty bad

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Delicious soup as always! I also love the ingredient choices and that the mild soup is actually…read moremild instead of very spicy

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It's pricy, but you can taste the quality of the meats and other ingredients. The lamb and beef…read morecuts are so tender and marinated well that I don't even add any of the other sauces. The make a house sauce at the table, but the self-serve sauce bar has a bunch of the classic sauces, along with some fun snacks (kimchi, seaweed, prawn chips, taro balls, etc.) I really liked the chewy mochi texture of the taro balls. They all serve some complimentary chicken portions. The fish tofu, Napa cabbage, udon noodles, and Wagyu scallion pancake were all great as well. I'm also obsessed with the complimentary soft serve at the end--I don't normally like soft serve, but the milkiness of this one and the cone really hits the spot! I like how everyone gets their own small pot and can choose their individual broth. We walked in for three people at 6:15 on a Saturday (after calling ahead), but it was pretty busy by the time we left.

The food I got was a combo deal with wagyu meat and it was good. The wagyu was high quality, and I…read moreenjoyed the spicy broth as well. The sauce station was huge, and I accidentally put too many peppers in my sauce so it ended up being really spicy lol. Service was ok. Our server stopped by only a few times and it was short and sweet. The ambiance was really clean, and there was a small wait which wasn't too bad.

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I visited Wagyu Master for my birthday and tried their $118 tasting menu, led by the Michelin…read moretwo-star chef Shunpei Takizawa. I've been to sukiyaki spots at all kinds of price points, and I can confidently say the wagyu quality here was noticeably better. I also thought that 11 courses of wagyu-focused tasting would end up feeling too heavy, but the courses had enough variety that it never felt overwhelming. The meal started with lighter bites and gradually got richer, so it felt pretty balanced overall. One of the first dishes that impressed us was this wagyu scrambled egg topped served inside an eggshell. The egg was silky and creamy, with so much umami from the wagyu and caviar. Then the chef grilled this Tokyo negi wrapped in wagyu right in front of us. Next was the wagyu nigiri topped with caviar, torched to a perfect medium rare. Then they switched things up with this toro handroll stuffed with uni -- there was so much filling that the uni literally fell out when I took a bite. We chose the traditional sukiyaki as our main course, which was served in three different styles. My favorite was this fluffy egg meringue wagyu served with sukiyaki vegetables. The final savory course was a donburi. The gyudon was okay, exactly what you'd expect, but the toro uni ikura don was one of the best bites of the night with how premium and rich all the ingredients tasted. The courses includes: - wagyu dashi soup - sashimi salad with tuna and salmon - wagyu scrambled egg with caviar ** - wagyu negi maki ** - wagyu nigiri with caviar (torched) * - toro handroll with uni - wagyu ribeye sukiyaki - served with egg meringue, ponzu & veggies, sesame ponzu with uni *** - donburi - we picked gyudon and uni ikura toro don (+$15) * - ice cream - matcha/vanilla/chocolate/sake The vibe is definitely more upscale than other sukiyaki spots, so I can totally see this being a really nice choice for birthdays, anniversaries, or date nights.

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(667 reviews)

Ordered the veggie dumplings (steamed), house noodles with chicken and the hot pot with the little…read morespicy sauce (fish cakes, tofu skin and Choy sum). I really loved the sauce of the dry pot I have to say and that's probably what makes this place so famous - that sichuan spice and flavor. The fish cakes were interesting . But the tofu skin and choy sum were very good. There were also fresh sichuan peppers corns in the sauce which were so yum. I tried the noodles and the dumplings and honestly both were very doughy for my taste. The dumpling wrappers were thick and so chewy - not in a good way. Service is really good and friendly. Ambience is alright - works for the price point. I'd go again when I am in the mood for their dry hot pot - that I highly recommend

Mala Project is always so good if you're craving spicy sichuan food. It's casual, great for sharing…read morewith friends and I like catching them during happy hour where you can get apps for less. It's a bit pricey but their pots are super filling and it's always fun to order different combos. I love their lamb, quail eggs, tofu skins, and lotus roots. The dry pot is spicy and flavorful without being too salty or oily. Solid spot for a Sichuan food in Midtown.

Gan-Hoo BBQ

4.4

(47 reviews)

had to go to midtown location once I heard it opened, I've been to the flushing location 3 times!…read moreIt's so good! Food was great, the meat was great price and quantity. Service was great we got lots of refills on side dishes , plus our server helped us pick which dessert to get . I really liked the ambiance inside it was spacious and was very nice inside. Definitely check it out for Asian bbq in the city

Came here on a Saturday night with my party of 7 people. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted…read moreby a staff member and were seated right away upon telling him my name under the reservation. It was busy so I would recommend making a reservation on the weekends. We were seated in a booth, which technically will only fit 6 people comfortably but since we have 2 kids in our party, we made it work. They don't have any big tables (at least on the section where we sat and I'm not sure if they have another side of with more tables) so I don't recommend going with more than 6 people. We ordered their seafood pancake, creamy baked cheese corn, rice cakes, and cheese kimchi ramen to start. Their seafood pancake looked funny as they put bonito flakes on top which is the first time I've seen it ever. The pancake itself had a lot of seafood, but there's very minimal scallions in it and it was like paper thin. The sauce that came with it seemed off as well and looked like there's a lot of cilantro in it so I didn't even try it at all. Definitely not authentic and would not recommend it. The creamy cheese corn looked sad. $6.95 for a very small portion of corn and mostly cheese. The cheese cooled down quickly and it was very hard to scoop it out. The rice cakes were ok as it was crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. It wasn't bad but nothing memorable either and definitely not worth $11.95 for only 6 of them. The description said it's supposed to be drizzled with brown sugar syrup and sprinkled with roasted soybean powder. But I tasted nothing like that as they only managed to drizzle the syrup on the top 3 rice cakes and there were nothing at the bottom. The cheese kimchi ramen is something you can make yourself at home so save yourself $16.95. I wasn't a fan of their kimchi as the flavor was just spicy but lacks depth. Another thing to note is their banchan was also very underwhelming. We were presented with a very small portion of kimchi, lettuce and carrot salad, some kind of sliced beef (which I didn't try because it didn't look appetizing, and same Saam mu (which sliced picked radish). Their kimchi was so chopped up that it looked like it's the leftover scapes. I normally like to grill kimchi to wrap with my meat but it was so chopped up that it's hard to grill it without it falling through the grill rack. For bbq, we ordered their kingdom steak combo, an additional rib eye, thick cut pork belly, pork jowl, and some veggies including king mushrooms, corn and asparagus. The combo was listed as a 2-3 people portion but I was surprised with the generous portion size. The meat quality was good given the price point. We all also enjoyed the pork belly as it had a good fat/meat ratio. The only thing is they didn't have any aged kimchi to go with the pork which is how I normally like to eat my pork. I also wished they told us all the meat dishes come with king mushrooms so we didn't have to order a separate plate of king mushrooms. All the veggies were fresh and portion size was very generous. Another thing is unlike most Korean bbq restaurants, they do not grill for you but this didn't bother us as we like to grill ourselves anyway. They also do not include rice so you would need to order them separately. Their service was generally good and they were very attentive at refilling out water. But they completely forgot when I asked to have more kimchi. I also read other reviews after one meal that they were given oolong pudding as desserts but we were not offered any at all which was a little disappointing. However, I noticed they do have great ventilation system as I did not walk out smelling like a piece of grilled meat so that's a plus. Overall, this is not your typical, authentic Korean restaurant. Their menu is limited and I was disappointed that they do not have naengmyeon as most people eat it after the bbq to cleanse your palate. The best part is their bbq and if I were to return again, I would just stick with their meat and skip everything else.

Abiko Curry

4.0

(1.1k reviews)