I had heard of Haidilao from their other locations, so I was excited when it was announced they were opening a location in AZ! Of course, had to wait for the hype to die down before checking it out. Once there, the server explained the process - basically you just place all your orders through the iPad that's on the table. Very convenient to scroll through the different categories and everything has pics to help you decide what to order. Once you have your selections in your cart, you just send your order to the kitchen. You can do this for multiple rounds, basically just small to medium sized orders until you feel like you're at a good stopping point. The first thing to select is the broths. You can choose 2 broths or 4 broths. For our group size, the server recommended 2 broths so everything can heat up and cook quickly. We got the tom yum soup and the three delicacies soup base (seafood, mushrooms, jujubes). We also got an assortment of meats, veggies, etc. The tom yum soup was by far our favorite. The other one was too bland. Honestly I didn't know what all meats we ordered, just that they were delicious. Some other highlights were: pork dumplings, potato noodles, etc. We also got the signature dancing noodle, which I thought was purely for show, but the noodle itself was really great - super chewy. Haidilao is great for groups, especially so you can try a little bit of everything. It's not exactly cheap, but it's for the experience and meats are naturally on the more expensive end. Our total per person ended up being around $50. If your group orders more high end option, it could easily skew closer to $75. Had a great time here, would come back!! read more

Haidilao is... interesting. If you've never had hot pot before, I can see this being a fun introduction to the experience. The restaurant definitely leans heavily into the entertainment side of dining. The dancing noodle performance is genuinely fun, especially if you have kids, and the service is attentive. That said, I'm super disappointeed. The biggest issue is the value. By the time you order your broth, proteins, vegetables, noodles, and extras, you're spending the same amount you could spend at a James Beard award-winning restaurant, yet the quality of the food isn't even anywhere near equal. What Haidilao is really selling is the experience, not the flavor. As an Asian woman who regularly makes hot pot at home with family, I came in excited and left sooooo underwhelmed. The ingredients were fine, but nothing stood out as exceptional. The broths lacked the depth and richness I was hoping for, and overall the meal felt more focused on presentation and service than creating memorable flavors. And even then, the service wasn't great. I frequently had to flag down the waitress for a refill or help. If you're looking for a first hot pot experience, celebrating with kids, or want the novelty of the noodle show, you may enjoy it. But if you're already familiar with hot pot and are coming primarily for the food, you may find it hard to justify the price. For us, the experience was memorable (and only because it was our first time trying this place). The meal itself definitely wasn't. read more

Haidilao was a great way for us to have dinner with a friend who is vegan. Everyone had options to choose from which is desirable when accommodating various dietary restrictions. We had not planned specifically to come here, our first choice wasn't possible, and so I didn't look very hard at the menu. I might have waited half an hour before arriving if I knew that they do offer all you can eat meat for $20 after 9pm. Otherwise the normal menu is à la cart, and those prices can add up quickly. Like, I enjoy hot pot and it met our needs for the dinner situation but do I want to spend as much as we did for it? Not really. The quality of the food was very good so I take no issue with any of that. I just found we had to be very aware of what we were adding to our order, and with something like hot pot an AYCE approach is much easier to navigate. So, it took us a while to figure out what we wanted to order to spend about $40/ person instead of much higher. I also didn't realize they charge 3.99/person for the sauce bar in the back. We were just told it was back there, no mention of it being extra. I also didn't like the tablet process of having to create an account and add my personal info. I would have preferred to just use a generic guest account on the iPad. I didn't see an option for that. The place is newer, part of the Mekong expansion, it's clean and brightly lit with lots of seating, and staff were all very friendly and attentive. Food was delicious and we had a great time. So, only reason for dropping my rating to 4 stars is just the format of cost/ordering. You could rack up a pretty penny if you are not careful which items you choose. Add the broth, noodles, veggies, meats or non meat options and you're looking at an expensive hot pot. This is definitely a place to come for special occasions due to price point if you order without abandon. For a regular weeknight hot pot meal I'll likely hit up one of the AYCE restaurants in the area or come back after 9pm. read more

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This place is awesome! I had dinner with friends here last week and we stopped by after 9pm for the meat o clock hour special. We checked in and waited for a few minutes for the host to sit us down. Once seated, the server quickly came on over to give us the rundown. We ordered meats, noodles, rice, veggies, drinks, and paid extra for the unlimited seasoning bar. We also opted for the dancing noodle show which we thought was super fun. We all ordered different broths and I really enjoyed the spicy broth I picked. I also ordered a milk tea but did not like it as it was not sweet but tasted watered down. We were there about 1.5 hours and service was good. Bathroom was super clean The restaurant was also clean and well lit. It must definitely be very ventilated as it did not smell strong nor did we smell like shabu when we left. Total for 4 people: $210 read more

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This place was a lot of fun! We had a great time and the hot pot was also good. Service was great throughout our entire meal and the inside is futuristic looking. It can be a bit pricey but worth it in my opinion. The dancing noodle was entertaining and the worker was great. read more

Haidilao - Chinese Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

So excited for a Haidilao location here! Nice hot pot restaurant and they are so generous when you are here celebrating something! Last time we were here for birthday we got a bag of goodies. You order everything à la carte. They have lunch special deals and after 9pm deals. You can choose up to 4 broths. All their soups are super good! The meats are good quality too. Highly recommend coming here for hot pot! Service was top notch!! Bella was our server and she was amazing! She was very attentive and helped our large party out so much! read more

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Really Fun spot for celebrations with incredibly friendly staff and smooth overall experience. Bella was awesome! We came here twice, once for a birthday and once for Mother's day. Both times the restaurant exceeded expectations. They had plenty of space to feel comfortable and not crammed. Hot pot experience is consistent and easy to enjoy with larger groups. The staff is an absolutely standout. They're hands down the friendliest in the Valley. Super attentive, and always checking in. It makes the whole meal feel extra special. Come during the promotional hours if you want a good deal! read more

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Haidilao has the best flavored broth for hot pot. If you haven't had Haidilao before like I haven't, you don't understand. We ordered four different broths and they were all excellent- sichuan hot and spicy, tom yum, pork bone broth, and mushroom flavored. They let the customers use ipad tablet to order desired vegetables, meats, tofu, mushrooms, fish balls, appetizers, and whatever else you want that is on the menu. The customer service was great. The waitress came by and went and took away all the dirty dishes and dirty napkins to provide us with more space to enjoy our meals. I would recommend this place to others in a heart beat. I would also come visit this place again for sure in the near future when I am back in town. read more

Haidilao - Chinese Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Haidilao is such an amazing experience - for food and families! I came with my husband and some friends on Monday. We liked it so much, we brought the whole family back on Saturday! The hot pot experience means you pick your broth, protein, veggies, and noodles - cook and eat. The easiest way to explain it, it's like the melting pot, but way better!! Some of the highlights include: vibes, cleanliness, flavor of food and broth, but most importantly the hospitality! WOW. I have two toddlers and taking them out is always a risk, especially my two year old. I hesitated bringing them to a place with boiling broth that you cook your food - so risky! But this place is so kid and family friendly. They know what to expect with kids and they completely cater to the kiddos! They offered kids plates (fries, bao, and melon), they have a robot delivery cart that they always say "hi," to, they give toys to play with, and they have a "noodle dance!" In the last three days since, my kids have asked to go back at least 3x each day! If it's a hit with the kids - it's a hit for us! My whole family loved the experience and the food is so delicious. I'm so grateful for the accommodations, hospitality, service, tastes, and overall experience. 10/5 stars easily! Can't wait to go back. read more

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Our return visit! Great times and even more goodies. Not a birthday party this time but a robust meal was still had. Good for groups, or anyone with an appetite for some a little different. read more

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What better place to celebrate Lunar New Year than a hot pot place? People have been asking me recently whether I've tried Haidilao so I figured it would be perfect to try out some huo guo on the first day of the year of the horse. I went with a friend and had reservations just in case it was super busy. We were one of the first people there at opening and while it wasn't busy at 11 the tables filled up later on. One thing that was weird was that you have to register with them on their tablet to be able to order anything. This involves giving your name, email, phone number, etc. I asked if I could opt out and the server sheepishly (despite it not being year of the sheep) replied no. Apparently you accrue points from each dining experience by giving away your data to them. Would you consider that a fair trade off? Anyhoo, after registering we got down to business and started ordering. A little explanation from the server would have helped in navigating the menu and getting information about the different food options but we muddled through OK in the end. If you order their signature noodles it comes with a hand pulled noodle dance where a noodle boss flings, twists and rotates a very long noodle in a Cirque du Soleil-esque fashion before putting it in a bowl for you to dip into your broth. It was quite a show! The noodle itself was delicious, having the perfect amount of chew. Our other food options were quite good, with the exception of the shrimp. It wasn't cleaned so unless you take out the vein yourself you're going to be tasting grit when you eat it after cooking. No bueno! The condiment bar had the most variety I've ever seen at a hot pot place. We made good use of the bar to make our dipping sauces and to indulge in some crispy crunchy shrimp flavored chips. The ambiance was modern and aesthetically pleasing. Everything looked well maintained. Service was slightly lacking. As mentioned before, we would have liked someone to explain the menu more to us and to check up on us more. We did get a refill on our broth so that was good at least. If you get to-go containers they come in paper cups with a plastic lid. The total was pretty pricey in the end, but we ordered with our eyes instead of our stomachs and had food leftover. It is very easy to accrue a lot of $$$ for the total since there are so many delicious sounding options! read more

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Haidilao Mesa Just an fyi, this restaurant is not an AYCE KBBQ or Hot Pot Sauce bar is $2.99 per person We did the Miso Soup Base along with the Pork Stomach And Chicken Soup Base playing it pretty safe and mild. Dancing Noodle Piece is a must with the show at your table that it comes with as they dazzle you with the Noodle making and stretching. Fun and tasty Kobe Beef Belly Portion is a good selection for the carnivores and goes along ways. A5 Miyazaki Japanese Wagyu Ribeye Portion Pork Belly Portion Prime Rib Eye Portion USDA Bok Choy Napa Cabbage Went here for for a birthday and told our waitress and they did nothing which was disappointing. Overall service was good, I still prefer the AYCE, than this location. Maybe being fairly new, some of the details are not nailed down. San Diego location was much better. read more

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Went here for Father's Day and was pleasantly surprised. When looking at the website we were a bit reluctant because of the price, but that's because we didn't understand how high quality the ingredients haidilao uses. The broths and meats were amazing, simple and high quality! Our server was so sweet and attentive. She made the whole experience even better. The restaurant itself is very clean and it even has robots delivering trays of food! I especially enjoyed the jelly dessert bar and ice cream at the end! I can't wait to go back and bring more friends and family. read more

First time being at Haidilao or any Haidilao location. They had a kiosk station outside to announce wait times and reservation list. Signing up was easy enough and would prompt a text when the table was ready so we got a moment to walk around until then. It didn't leave much time for walking because we were alerted right away. Checking in after that was a little chaotic. Staff seemed overwhelmed and didn't know what to do with us because they were attending to a customer at their gift shop. We were told to sit in the waiting area which was pleasant enough. There were free snacks and beverages. There are board games inside and outdoor games outside. I've never seen an establishment do this and that's a plus for me. Hospitality is the best quality I look for in establishments like this. They have a variety of soup bases to choose from and a sauce bar for an extra charge. We went with herbal, tom yum and mushroom. All were good, but tom yum was our fave. The three noodle set all had unique flavors. One especially tasted citrusy and was a welcome delight! The lamb was sliced thin like all meats and cooks quickly. All are à la cart so can be pricey. It at least caters to everyone's tastes and preferences. We also ordered tea and I noticed that it was over steeped. After mentioning it, they brewed a brand new tea for me! I could tell with first sip immediately. Even though we didn't order much, we left stuffed that night. Thank you!! read more

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We had a super fun time at Haidilao!! Love hotpot and have heard of this place. We were greeted upon arrival (we had a reservation). Our servers were so sweet and even gifted us hand pulled noodles which is a must try. It's slightly pricey but I promise that the quality is so good. We were told that after 9pm, they do all you can eat meats and free ice cream, so I may try that for next time. The restaurant is perfect for gatherings and we saw that they also cater for birthdays and parties. I can't wait to come back. read more

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Hai Di Lao is delicious as always. The broth is so flavorful and the rest of the food is delicious. I love that they're always introducing new items. However what makes me keep coming back is their service. Bella has been my server multiple times and she's absolutely amazing. Kind, funny, attentive, knowledgeable and somehow she always remembers her customers. 10 out of 10 with her every time. Definitely recommend coming. read more

Haidilao - Buy one get one wagyu - Chinese Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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I had a very pleasant visit with the family celebrating a birthday. From the moment we walked in to we had arrived at our room, we were treated at VIPs. We were informed about the restrooms and the sauce station (extra charge) ahead of time. Due to the birthday, our room was decorated. What a lovely thoughtful gesture. The ordering iPad was easy to use. The food usually arrived within 15-20 minutes. There's always a water jug available to refill our cups. Tip: order 4 bases for the pot. All of the ingredients are so fresh . You'll have more variety and will enjoy your experience even more. P.s. the restroom has mouth wash!! Special shout out to Mike the host and our server, Kee Ho, for their exceptional service! read more

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I've been here a few times now since opening and service is amazing every time. Very friendly and attentive staff, and the food quality is great. The fortune bags are unique and remind me of fish roe balls but with tofu skin. The bean curd skin here is very soft too, I love it. Tasty meats and good broth flavor. The tomato broth is full of umami and surprised me when I had it because it's never this good anywhere else. Sure, it's a bit pricier than other hot pots, especially if you're going to AYCE but you get what you pay for. Interior is nice and clean as well, very modern looking. I'll be coming back regularly! read more

Haidilao - Chinese Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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Had a bit of a rough start - we ordered the vegan soup, but were served the non-vegetarian version instead. The staff caught it and swapped it out before we ate, though it did take quite a bit of time. After that, the experience picked up - the team was accommodating throughout and even gave us a $10 gift card, which was a nice touch. The dancing noodles were a highlight and genuinely fun to watch. The appetizer bar was a great concept, and the self-serve sauce station with recipe guides added a fun, interactive element. The appetizer bar did include fruit, though the selection was fairly limited. Dessert options were also on the thinner side, so don't come expecting much on that front. Minor hiccups aside, it's a fancy, one-of-a-kind experience that's absolutely worth trying at least once. read more

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Really enjoyed our meal here! We did 4 broths and they all were amazing. The meats were great, noodles were delicious. They did a whole dance while making the noodles, the kids loved it. Service was impeccable! Everybody we interacted with had amazing energy. I would say the only thing that was a bit of a negative for me was the price. Definitely amazing quality and experience, but it would be more a special occasion place for me than a routine stop. read more

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We were excited that this place is finally open and wanted to try it to compare it with other Haidilao locations we've been to. The wait was maybe 5-10 minutes when we came on a Friday just before 7pm. We were in the waiting area after we received a text message then we're led to our table. It was super busy and the everything looked clean. We ordered what we have tried before at other locations like the Tom Yum broth and Mushroom broth as well as USDA Prime Ribeye, Kobe Beef Belly, Assorted Mushroom Combo, Sweet Potato Vermicelli, Mixed Vegetable Platter, and the 8-second Bean Curd Skin. They charged for the sauce bar so might as well utilize it. When we received our food, the Tom Yum broth and the Mushroom broth just didn't have the same flavor as other locations which was disappointing to us. In fact, everything else we ate was just okay to us and definitely not the same experience we had at other locations. They also don't participate in giving you freebies/toys if you say certain "secret" phrases to them like "Do I look like a kid to you?" or "I'm a little fairy". Our waiter looked at me funny then knew what I was talking about and said it's only California locations that do that which I thought it was all locations. Anyways, we thought this place was just okay and I'm sure there's room for improvement; however, it definitely wasn't worth the money to us. read more

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This is a typical Haidilao restaurant, a brand that's extremely popular in Mainland China. This location is the first one in Arizona and is situated next to a very popular Chinese supermarket. This restaurant also has all the decor and a fun waiting area. What I love most about Haidilao is the high quality of the ingredients, the wonderful service (though there's still some room for improvement at this location), and the amazing selection of condiments. If you order the hand-pulled noodles, the staff will perform a noodle-dancing show while pulling them right in front of you, which makes the experience even more fun and memorable. read more

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It was Saturday Night and we were trying to figure out what we were gonna do for dinner. We had already decided that we would go to the Mei Kong Plaza to do some shopping, and we figured we would eat at one of the establishments that were there. We hadn't had hot pot in a very long time, and we figured we would give Haidilao a try. I thought their concept was extremely interesting as they have a restaurant and a gift shop right next door that sells all types of cute Asian novelties. The restaurant is definitely family-oriented. They had a few areas set up for people who were having birthdays. I found the restaurant to be extremely well-lit, and the food presentation was very appetizing. I found it a bit challenging, going through the menu on an iPad, but that's just because I am an old-fashioned kind of guy. The food quality was very good and very fresh. I would advise at least one person in your party to spend the extra $3.99 for the additional bar so that you can get different spices to accent the taste of your food. In my opinion, my soup, which was the mushroom was very bland, and I needed to spice it up. I just wish I had had my Vietnamese fish sauce for that meal. Note to self: bring Vietnamese fish sauce next time I visit this establishment. If you pay the $3.99 extra, you get the additional appetizers and spice bar as well as dessert, which consists of various Asian delights, and you also have a choice of getting vanilla or strawberry ice cream if you ask your server. Our server was extremely personable and dead. A great job checking on us during our meal. All in all, it was a good experience and we will be back. read more

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12.21.25 - Second time eating at Haidilao but first time at this new location. I first tried Haidilao about 8-10 years ago in Cali (Irvine location I think) and thought it was really good! Happy to see another hot pot option here in AZ. They do not offer AYCE option so it can add up! I was greeted as soon as I walked near the entrance and was handed a little welcome gift bag with snacks and a $10 off coupon to use for the next visit (expired 12/31/25). That was nice! The have a little waiting area inside with a mini snack bar with some refreshments along with a full sized bar as well. I didn't check which specific liquors they had. It looked limited though. There's extra seating outside too. Great service! I was checked on by 3 different people as I waited for my family to arrive. Our server, Duy, was great as well. Very friendly and helped my mom with all her questions and even made sauces for my parents. Order: Drink: Matcha Coconut for me and waters for everyone else Broth - tom yum and spicy pork bone broth. We left the other 2 as water to flavor ourselves. Meats - 2 different beefs, chicken, tofu fish cake, assorted meatballs, and the assorted seafood platter. Veggies - assorted veggie platter, assorted mushroom platter, tang oh and lotus root Noodles - handmade noodles and potato noodles Sweets: golden fried buns (free with secret code!). I didn't try anything from the dessert bar. It's not my kinda dessert Everything was fresh and good quality. Place is bright, clean, and really nice inside. Service was 5/5. Tom yum broth was delicious! I didn't try the pork bone broth. I highly recommend getting the mixed platters so you don't have to get a bunch of things separately. Things I didn't like and hope they can improve on: - wish the veggie platter portion was bigger. It just didn't seem like enough. You only get a few pieces of each - they charge for sauce per person. It is not included - we chose 2 broths but it would have been an extra charge to fill the entire halves of the pot. I've eaten enough hot pot to know how to flavor the 2 water ones well but others may not - update the website to include ALL of the items on the menu along with their prices per item so people can get an estimate or pre-plan ahead of time what to order They also had a little show with music and someone in a costume dancing. Im not sure how often the performance occurs or if at specific times. My brother treated my parents and I for our birthdays and forgot to take the breakdown receipt but I do know that the total was $252.52 with tip. And thats with the fried buns and 2/4 sauces deducted from the total. read more

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A friend made a group dinner reservation here recently because 1) she loves hot pot 2) she'd heard really good things about Haidilao 3) it's supposed to be a fun dinner outing. I came in with no expectations - not knowing how it would work or what i'd even be eating for dinner. The hostess was nice when I arrived, and promptly took me to our table... which came with cute aprons, since we'd be dealing with soups. It worked out that the guys ordered only spicy hot pot and us ladies favored savory bases. We had a handful of servers so it's hard to say who was ours specifically. A girl was kind to go over the menu and how it works. It is definitely not all-you-can eat, so if you don't pay attention to what you're ordering it can get pricy. Us girls ended up paying about $45 per person with tip. I would have preferred to spend less on veggies and more meat but I was going with the team. Of the four bases we ate, the plain broth was our least favorite and the best was the three delicacies. Definitely get quail eggs if they're available, and spend a few extra bucks on the dancing noodles. You can get dessert for an extra cost - ice jelly - but it didn't look horribly appealing to us (one of my foodie friends after the fact told me we should've at least tried it). We used a code to get dough sticks since a couple other options were unavailable for the day. After you pay, this Haidilao has a soft serve social area that was a cherry on top of a nice outing. Definitely want to come back but with less people next time so I have more control on what we order. read more

Amber provided an excellent service. She was attentive to us, explained how everything works, from selection the different broths- either 2 flavor or 4 flavor. (You will end up paying around $30 just for the broths btw, unless you select hot water as a base which is free. Good idea if you just want two broth flavor only. 2 flavor/2 water) the recommended meat choice, and how the whole process works. If you never been to a Haidilao, it can be overwhelming since everything including the sauce bar is à la carte ($5). Since this is a high end hot pot, you're going to spend-$80-120 per person read more

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You know at first I went because one of my friends begged to go but I was thinking nah it's over hyped and over priced not worth it. I went and BOY WAS I WRONG. It is so worth the hype. Yeah it's on the expensive side by the quality and service you get is worth every single penny. The foods was phenomenal. I love me a good hot pot experience but this took it to a whole new level. As soon as we got seated our server Emily pulled out a lens cleaner for my glasses, hair ties, snacks, and cute lil wet wipes for us. She kindly went thru the menu all with a smile. When we ordered our food we thought it would not be enough but boy it was delicious and filling. I tried the duck intestines for the first time. Wtf... it is now my favorite. DARN YOU SO I HAVE TO COME BACK!!!!! David the host was so so kind and so funny. He even got us from outside and let us know there is a table inside in the waiting area we can sit at. He (I KID YOU NOT) cleaned off the waiting area table and gave us snacks right after then showed us the complimentary watermelon drink. WHAT THE?! you mean to tell me there is a snack before the meal?!?!??!?!!!! WHAAAAAAAA. Anyways this was an amazing amazing experience and for sure I recommend you get the dancing noodle!!! I was going to post a video of it but it's better you go see it yourself:) Thank you Emily and David for making my the experience so good and welcoming. Will for sure come back! read more

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This was a hard visit. I really wanted to like it but it was very hard to. The server was great! However the dinner was hard to enjoy. You decide between broths, and splitting 2 or 4. Then you select your meat which is a small portion for what you pay. There is a seasoning bar that you use, I didn't know so our broth was very bland. We had the beef belly and pork belly. Not my favorite. It was very busy but quick to provide the toppings which wasn't a lot. We ordered the noodle dance.. we didn't get it until we were done with the food. We ended up canceling it. Would I recommend? Maybe. Maybe on another occasion. It's very pricey so be prepared. read more

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Wow wow wow! This service here is phenomenal. This was my first time here and I will admit I was a little surprised that you do have to pay by the dish and it was rather expensive. Unfortunately, there was not an all you can eat option. So I was here with my Mom and the staff were incredible and so nice to us. They gave us complementary tea and they gave us complementary food and they give us a complimentary dancing noodle show. The food was also very good. The vegetables were fresh. The seafood is delicious and the meats were very delicious as well. The sauce bar wasn't bad at all. I was a little surprised that it's not as large of a sauce bar I'm used to when it comes to hot pot, but it was still very good and had the essentials of what I like for my dipping sauce when it comes to hot pot. They did have dessert they had popping pearls and rainbow, jelly, and clear jelly, which was very good. And they also had ice cream, which was also very good. The staff were very good about giving us water. There were pitchers on the side of the table and even though we could've poured our own water the staff often beat us to pouring the water. The staff often checked on us as well to make sure everything was OK. I was really surprised, but please that they give you a complementary hair tie. I do have long hair so that was very good that they gave us a complementary hair tie. I am so enthusiastic about the dancing noodle show. That was complementary and it was by far the most amazing thing I've ever seen at hot pot. A guy came out with a noodle dough ball and basically they have to stretch it. That's traditional noodle making and he liked play with it and like whipped it around the air and it was amazing and I was so thrilled. I definitely would come back here. I really enjoyed my time here. The service was amazing and the food was amazing. However, just do the price alone unfortunately I wouldn't make this a very consistent thing. More like a special occasion, but I really did love this place and I would definitely come back. The ambience is pretty good too. It's very open concept I would say and it's very good for like group gatherings as well. read more

Haidilao - Hot pot - Chinese Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

We're no hotpot experts... 90% of the year it's too hot to eat soup! With it being cold and rainy the last week, it was finally hot pot time. I looked at a few places but we decided on Haidilao when we saw there was no waitlist online. The restaurant is nice and new, part of the Mekong expansion. The service is good- Isabelle was kind, helpful, and had good recommendations. Ladies are given a complimentary hair tie. Not sure if the aprons are only for the customers who opt into the $3.99 sauce bar, as we didn't. Natty P.'s review is on par- this place isn't AYCE! I wasn't expecting to be nickled and dimed for EVERYTHING. Should have read her review first lol. We did a quarter pot with mushroom soup, tom yum soup, spicy beef tallow, and spicy pork bone= $32.96. This doesn't include anything. 1 Australian lamb shoulder= $14.99 1 Angus Boneless short rib= $24.99 1 Pork Belly= $12.99 Handmade noodle= 3.99 Napa cabbage= 7.99 Udon= 4.99 Bok Choy= 6.99 Mini fried tofu= 6.99 Pork and cabbage dumplings= 5.99 Fried steamed bun= 5.99 Total: $139.56 for 2 people, pre-tip Admittedly we went ham... did we need 3 proteins? No, but if you're going to eat here, might as well! The quality of the proteins are quite good. The cabbage and bok choy come out as whole leaves, separated. It made eating the cabbage difficult, so I ripped it up before putting it in the broth. Our favorite broth overall was the spicy pork bone. Yes, it's spicy, but not overwhelmingly so. The Spicy beef tallow is the SPICIEST and the peppercorns and Schezuan spices are numbing but it's the best for dipping meat into. The Tom Yum would be my 2nd choice overall, but I would chose the spicy pork bone over it. We could have done without the mushroom broth. Although we were full, we ordered the fried steamed buns because Isabelle said she dreams about them. She was right- they are HEAVEN dipped into the condensed milk (which I could have used more of)!! Overall, a good experience for special events and entertaining guests, but not a daily occurrence. I'll opt for inclusive hotpots. read more

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This is a super fun spot! They have tons of meat and seafood options to choose from and several different broths. You can choose to do 1, 2 or 4. We had a group and so we did 4. My biggest issue with hot pot is that everything ends up tasting like the broth. Spending extra $ on more expensive meats just doesn't make a lot of sense. I highly recommend getting the hand pulled noodle. A guy comes out and puts on a show and it's super fun. The noodle is great too! We also saw someone celebrating their birthday and it looks like the most embarrassing /awesome birthday celebration ever. Take a friend for their birthday and you won't regret it. This place is fun and if you like hot pot you will love it. At the end of the meal they even send you home with a little snack bag. It is definitely worth checking out! read more

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Amazing hot pot experience with solid vegan options including 4 different tofu styles! So many flavors/sauces to choose from at the self serve seasoning station and an overall really fun and immersive experience. read more

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Been wanting to try this place out ever since we heard one was opening in Arizona. Waited a few weeks after they opened to go try them out, to let them work out grand opening kinks and for lower wait times. We came during prime lunchtime hours and were able to get seated right away. After looking over the options, we decided to get the quarter pot with tom yum soup, regular pork bone soup, spicy pork bone soup and mushroom soup. Our favorite broths from the ones we tried were the regular pork bone soup and the tom yum soup. I went with someone who does not eat beef or lamb, so our protein options were limited. We had thought there would be more seafood options to make up for it but unfortunately there were not. So, we ended up ordering two things of the pork belly and a fish and shrimp duo platter, with a whole bunch of different veggie and noodle items. Our favorite parts about this place were the clean appetizer/sauce bar, dessert bar (especially their tofu pudding), and the excellent attentive service. Where else are you going to find a server who offers to peel the shrimp for you? We didn't take her up on the offer, but it was something surprisingly thoughtful we never thought someone would offer. Overall, it was a great experience. This is one of those places I would come to for special occasions or if you have guests visiting and want a more elevated hotpot experience. The quality of the food in general wasn't any more outstanding than other hotpot places. If you come here, it's more for the novelty, extra amenities, attentive service and well maintained cleanliness. read more

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We ordered fish, Wagyu Beef, and some veggies. Good food and excellent services. We will come back for sure. read more

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Haidilao finally opened in AZ! We came for lunch. It was decent busy but no wait. Service was top notch! The Mala broth was so fragrant and numbing! Meat quality is good. Hubby was sweating lol Of course we had to order the dancing noodles. He put on a fun show! The price is definitely on the higher end compare to AYCE style places like KPot. But it's worth to try for sure! read more

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I came here for a date night on Thursday evening and arrived around 6:30pm. We did put our names on the waitlist but didn't wait long. We waited inside where we got to enjoy snacks and water or juice. Service is friendly and they offer you hot tea as well. I loved the sauce bar and complimentary side dishes. I also loved the complimentary dessert. It's a fun place but does get quite pricey when you add things on. We did the secret "code" golden bricks and got free deep fried buns with condensed milk! When you leave, you get a goody bag full of snacks. read more

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We're really enjoying our time here. The restaurant is so nice and clean. The waiters are so polite and friendly. The food is so good and super fresh. Our favorite is Tom Yum and the wagyu .We're definitely coming back for sure and highly recommend this place to everyone. read more

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Arizona is lucky to have a Haidilao! From the moment you walk in, the service is outstanding--staff warmly guide you through the ordering process and go out of their way to make the experience seamless. While waiting to be seated, guests can enjoy complimentary snacks, drinks, and even ice cream in the lounge area, which sets the tone for the meal. Once seated, each person (kids included) receives a disposable apron to protect against splashes--a thoughtful touch that shows how much they care about the details. The meal begins with your choice of soup bases (up to four per table), and from there you can customize your hot pot with a wide variety of toppings ordered directly from an iPad. A robot even delivers some of the dishes, which is a fun and futuristic twist. Families will especially appreciate the kid-friendly touches: little ones are given toys, making the experience enjoyable for all ages. The sauce bar is another highlight, offering an impressive range of ingredients so you can craft your perfect dipping sauce. Here are two of my go‑to combinations: Spicy Savory Ponzu - 2 scoops ponzu sauce - 1 scoop soy sauce - Cilantro, garlic, green onion, sesame oil, Thai chili, and chili oil Spicy Sesame Sauce - 2 scoops sesame sauce - 1 scoop soy sauce - Sesame oil, garlic, green onion, sugar, chili oil, and cilantro Whether you're here for the novelty, the flavors, or the fun extras, this is a must‑try hot pot experience! read more

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Recommend: Yes Price: Pricier end Service: Good but could improve Ambiance: 5 stars. Beautiful lighting, kept clean all around Food: overall everything was good. But do I feel like the meat was anything fancy or premium. No. HaiDiLao Hack: order one broth and then 3 water. You can make ur own spicy broth from using the condiments. Unless each person wants their own broth. Details: we decided to try their late night all you can eat meal deal. ($20 per person just for the meat). I didn't think there was anything fancy with the meat but the deal is great for all you can eat compared to ordering individually. My favorite item to order was the fish filet. Very soft and you still get your protein in. read more

Food was amazing and the service was good as well. The noodle dance is a must and I do believe it is worth to pay the 3 dollars for the unlimited sauce bar. The interior was all very pretty and modern. read more

Haidilao - Fish meat and pork meat - Chinese Near Me - Mesa, Arizona

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