A wonderful experience with the family and our son! They really set the bar high for great food and service! We had a pretty large table and upon entering we were seated pretty quickly. You place your order on a tablet and then as the food comes out you can check out their sauce bar which also had egg rolls, fruit, jelly dessert, and some other items! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is casual and relaxed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They gave us aprons to wear to protect our clothes which we appreciated and they even had a mini one for our baby who was in a booster seat on the booth! Love their tom yum, tomato, and house regular broth. We ordered a ton of meat and veggies. Of course we also got the dancing noodles which was both delicious and very fun to watch. The staff was so nice to our baby! They gave him a free toy and also some kids food! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Met a friend for lunch and got there right after opening. It was not crowded but started to get more filled as time went on.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Cute waiting area with game and snacks if needed. Seated very quickly and got the lay of the land. Ordered on the iPad. It is not all you can eat so items can add up quickly. Items are usually delivered with the robot. The soup base came by a server. Staff is very nice and checks in occasionally without rushing. Pork stomach and chicken broth was very flavorful. This can double as a soup dish. Ordered wagyu which was buy one get one free. It's a good deal since a decent amount came. The Angus short rib wasn't bad either. Lobster isn't usually what I order at hotpot but added a touch. Taro was flavorful. Even though it's a la carte, one can get filled fast. There is ice cream, fruit and jelly to seal the deal. Got some cute toys for saying the magic words to the wait staff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Big clean open space. Enjoyed for lunch since it wasn't overly busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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I love me a good hot pot. I can have it once a week. My sister who is not really Chinese (she's so ABC), recommended this place to meet up for lunch. I was shocked since she is not a fan of Shabu Shabu but she recently gave it a try and now she loves it. I'm like OMG, all those years of missing out. I have read a lot of amazing things about Haidiloa. There are 7 locations in L.A./SF and one in Flushing. I asked the waitress if she knows if one will be opening up in Jersey. She was sweet enough to take the time to ask her manager and inform me that yes, they are planning to in the next 2-3 years. Now that is incredible customer service. We went for the lunch combo $19.99. Seems like everyone else around us was going for this deal as well. You get a platter of veggies and one protein choice and rice or noodles. My sister chose the sliced fish and I got the pork belly slices. We also shared a few à la carte dishes...sliced Angus Beef, shrimp, corn, and tofu. I will say that these items were pricey and can add up. Ooh, make sure you leave a little room for the desserts at the bar. Lots to choose from. I was beyond excited for their drink menu. I got the Seven-Infused Jasmine Milk Tea. For all you Molly Tea fans, this one tasted just like one of their jasmine drinks. And it's only $4.95. Service is a solid 10/10. Waitress wore gloves to take the shell off the shrimps for us. She constantly came by to make sure everything was good. You will surely be well taken care of. We left a very generous tip. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall it was an epic hot pot experience. Love love love all the little details like the cute aprons, bag for your jackets, little snack treats to bring home, hair ties for the ladies so you can tie your hair up and eat. Lol. There are even toothbrushes and toothpaste in the restrooms.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Reservations are a must unless you like to wait 1-2 hours. I cannot wait until they open one in New Jersey! read more

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My 1200th review goes to the Haidilao branch in Flushing! Date and time of visit: Dec 23, 2025 11:15pmEST After a long day of flying and traveling since 4am that morning, and landing in wintry New York, I was eager for hot Chinese soup. I enjoy visiting Haidilao branches around the world and have been to a couple in the Bay Area and in Taipei. But Flushing, Queens? Man oh man this has become my favorite US-based Haidilao spot I have visited so far! Open til 4am???? In a city that never sleeps, that checks out! Chose 2 soup bases: sukiyaki and pork bone I was very eager to try out the $20 Meat O'clock AYCE offering after 9pm! Turns out it's only 5 meat options: 1. Premium fatty Beef slices 2. Fiery pickled pepper chicken 3. Beef tripe 4. Handmade shrimp paste 5. Imitation crab sticks. Not the sexiest options. My favorite is the beef. Also got fresh duck blood (boil for 5 minutes), tofu skin fortune pouches stuffed with roe, and winter special dessert of warm snow mochi cakes stuffed with pumpkin. The waiter accidentally took it to the table across from me, and the couple sitting at that table were just as confused as I was, and realized it was for me, and told me that they had heard me ordering the dessert. From the sauce and dessert station, I got pickled pig ears, purple rice porridge, and jelly desserts! I headed back to my hotel around 1am absolutely stuffed and slept with a food coma. read more

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I've dined at HaiDiLao twice after the pandemic, but my latest visit was for their new promotion - Meat o'clock. Meat o'clock features unlimited meat for 90 mins after 9pm Sunday - Thursdays. I made a reservation for 5 and mentioned a birthday celebration. We were presented cute signs and a capybara display for a photo opp at our table. There were 5 types of meat offered during Meat o' clock: fatty beef, shrimp paste, spicy marinated chicken, imitation crab sticks, and beef tripe. We ordered several rounds of each meat option but generally stick to the fatty beef and shrimp for taste and value. We chose 4 different broths: mushroom, tom yum, pork bone, and spicy beef tallow. Each of them were good in their own way. We really enjoyed the deep mushroom and the tangy tom yum broths. The spicy beef tallow was very spicy and definitely hit the spot. One thing to note about HaiDiLao is that not only do you have to pay for the broths (about $30) for a full pot, there's also an additional $4 per person to use the sauce bar. The sauce bar also comes with access to spicy pig ears, pickled kelp, fruit, and dessert. Overall, the food at HaiDiLao is definitely great quality but the AYCE aspect of it made it less enjoyable. Our dinner finally ended close to midnight and we were too stuffed to sleep. I would recommend HaiDiLao but eating so late is definitely not ideal for a weeknight. read more

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This is an exemplary hot pot spot - the broth, the service, the food everything was really perfect. We got 4 different broths - the mushroom was favorite. Damn it was so flavorful it was almost like a gravy. The Tom Yum was another hit, but unfortunately it gets diluted a bit when they add broth. The pork bone broth had a huge pork bone in it. The Sichuan spicy might have been too spicy - it had a lot of oil in it. You can happily have a meal here without the sauce bar and still get plenty of flavor. The sauce bar has everything you could possible want - they even have ice jelly with solid accompaniments and soft serve ice cream. The Meat O'Clock special after 9pm on certain nights is worth it, currently $20/pp for unlimited choices of limited dishes. Make sure you come with big eaters to make it worth it. Haidilao gets high stars and its all well deserved - I am looking forward to coming back soon! read more

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Located upstairs, there is an elevator if need be. The waiting areas are decently sized with games to entertain and refreshments while you wait. Inside, there is a lot of tables/seating, though the walkways are a bit tight when packed. The bathrooms are well stocked with amenities to freshen up. We had a reservation late night for Meat O Clock (Sunday-Thursday, after 9:00 P.M.). We were early for our reservation, but got seated quickly. We were here to celebrate a birthday, and they had an adorable birthday display set up at our table. The service is fantastic. They're informative, attentive, and friendly. Another table got an order of the dancing noodles, and it was cool to see the talent of the staff. We got aprons to prevent accidental splatters and spills. The sauce bar is extensive, which I like, especially since it's an additional cost per person. I do find that the broths are flavorful enough to forgo the sauces. We wanted to try a variety of broths, so we went with the 4 choice: -Sichuan Spicy: can really taste the mala, and if you're not careful, you get hit with that oil! Was a bit too much for me. -Pork Bone: added extra meatiness to the meat. It comes with the bone in it. It also has some tomato in it. -Mushroom: my favorite broth to get at hot pot. This is the best one I've had! It's got so much flavor and you can really taste it in whatever is cooked in there. I took this home (yes, you can ask for containers to take your broths and dishes minus AYCE home... you paid for it after all!) -Tom Yum: great spicy and zesty broth. It did get a little watered down with additional broth, so I would suggest not refilling the broth. The dishes came out quick! They come out on a cat robot, and although it does seem to get lost/stuck often, the staff is quick to rescue it. You can definitely get your AYCE going on. Meat O Clock Options (which seem to vary so check ): -Premium Fatty Beef: consistent good quality and cuts -Imitation Crab Sticks: typical imitation crab sticks -Beef Tripe: good texture and size for cooking! -Handmade Shrimp Paste: has some actual texture to it compared to other places. The addition of roe is interesting. -Fiery Pickled Pepper Chicken: tender and spicy! we did cook these in the spicy broths to maintain the spiciness and not add spiciness to the non spicy broths We also ordered a bunch of veggies and mushrooms (crown daisy, watercress, enoki, napa cabbage, tofu skin, bok choy, winter melon, etc.), all of which were fresh and tasty. I like the option to order half portions for the veggies that not everyone wants to eat or if you're dining solo. They also have ice cream (vanilla and matcha), and ingredients for ice jelly! Great way to end the meal. I can see why Haidilao is so popular! I will definitely be back to try their other meats. They can get pricey, but you can definitely get your money's worth. read more

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Fantastic food, world-class service. The staff here makes you feel like royalty. The waiting room has games and complimentary teas, water, and snacks. The hot pot options are abundant and delicious. The whole place is clean, modern and sleek. Truly one of my favorite restaurants ever and a spot I hit yearly, if not more often. Highly recommend to anyone dining in Flushing! read more

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Always worthwhile. Good for people under any eating budget. Large Fresh variety of options. Excellent amazing and surprising services and amenities. read more

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FYI, I'm not a fan of hot pot, so that's the highest I've ever given. We've never been to Haidilao before cuz the decor reminds me of an old cafeteria. We were watching YouTube and they made it seem like we had to try it, it's been on my list since it opened. There was a lot of stairs but there is an elevator, if you need it. There were two rooms full of people waiting. As soon as we got to the second waiting room, a lady asked us if we were on the waiting list and handed us orange drinks. It tasted like Tang which I haven't had since I was a child. Even though it was crowded, the line went faster than we anticipated...but make reservations! It mentioned free beverages, snacks and services. There were just a few games to entertain people in the main waiting room. There's mints, cheese balls, pretzels and popcorn..bags of crackers? Eh. Didn't bother.. After we were seated, we headed to the sauce station to look around and made some sauces but I ended up not using any since I didn't want to increase my sodium intake. We chose curry and pork bone broths. The broths were tasty; L added chilies, scallions, and garlic to his bone broth. It had a good amount of veggies in both broths. My broth had a ton of flavor. Sauce wasn't necessary. Haidilao can get expensive; you can easily do this at home with similar ingredients or go to cheaper places but it was still a fun experience. L had to "cook". That's a first... We ordered 2 kinds of meat, veggies, noodles, watermelon juice... it was about $160. Service was great. Our waiter was very helpful. He bought us bowls, etc... when we didn't know what to do. He had several tables with big parties but he was still very willing to help with anything we needed so service was excellent. Even brought us cones when he saw that we put ice cream in bowls but I'd stick with the bowls. It was incredibly packed even on a Tuesday. Lots of young people... I kept seeing people going to get bowls of desserts, bubbles, lychee..etc A week later L wanted to eat there again so I made a reservation. We got a table quickly; the rooms were full of people on a Monday night. I like that Hailidao has a very mixed crowd. My server was so nice.. He gave us lens wipes, hair tie for me, aprons, put our coats in the bags ..the other server didn't do that but our section had smaller parties. He poured water for us even when he saw L holding the pitcher. We never got served by the cat robot on either visits since our servers always brought food to us. We spent even more on our second visit ...closer to $200 since I was trying out their cocktails. Lychee martini... it tasted strong.. but it's just a basic drink, I don't think it was fresh Lychee. I also had a Long Island Iced Tea and it brought back so many memories. Tasted horrible.. but that's how it's supposed to taste. Maybe more soda flavor than the usual. I don't really get drunk so L said both were strong. So not great "tasting" drinks but it's not like they have mixologists or a bar.... But I'm still glad they serve some type of alcohol. Also we ordered 2 shrimp pastes. It was pretty good and less work than dealing with shrimp shells. Next time, I'd avoid getting tofu and just stick with veggies and noodles. The bathrooms are really clean for the number of customers they have.. Toto toilets.. better quality toilet paper than $$$ restaurants in the city.. mouthwash, lotion, hair dryer, etc...if you need it. We did get to see some dancing which was interesting. I can see why this place is popular.. the kids get entertained and there's snacks for them. They play old school music when it's not holiday stuff...it's not crazy loud, it's fun especially if you're slightly inebriated. The staff are very nice. They're overwhelmed but everyone I've dealt with has been very friendly and helpful. I've never liked hot pot before but Hailidao is slowly making me enjoying cookin my own food at restaurants as if I don't do it enough at home. 3rd visit in 2 weeks...L loves this place. We went for lunch..and they do have a great lunch combo. So for about $40 for 2. You can choose from some of the broths, some of the proteins, and a platter of cabbage, bok Choy, spam, tofu, imitation crab, fish cake, etc.. and ramen or rice. It's a good amount of food. We still added shrimp paste and teas.. but we were really full at the end. And again great service and finally the robot got to bring our food to us. read more

Our party of 12 (10 adults and 2 children) visited Haidilao Hot Pot for a birthday celebration, and this was our first time dining here. The restaurant was spacious, clean, and well organized. We really enjoyed the sauce, snack, and dessert bars. The lunch special was an excellent value at $20 per person and included a soup base, one protein (beef, pork, or fish), vegetables, and noodles or rice. Our server, David, was attentive and friendly. We did run into an issue with the kids' meals. Since kids eat free, and based on other reviews as well as phone calls beforehand, we expected chicken nuggets to be available at the appetizer bar. Unfortunately, none were available that day. We were told multiple times by David and other staff that the chicken nuggets were being prepared, but after waiting over an hour, the kids' meals arrived with fruit, a small drink, and mini buns (which resembled nuggets) with ketchup. By that point, the kids were hungry and disappointed, as these were not chicken nuggets. When we asked again, we were finally informed that the nuggets had sold out. The staff did provide four manually deboned chicken wings, which we appreciated, but clearer communication from the beginning would have helped manage expectations. Aside from that, the adults really enjoyed the food. The tomato broth was especially delicious, and the meats and fish were tender and fresh. I also liked the pig ears appetizer, and the shrimp paste and fish balls we added were tasty. The desserts were good as well, especially the matcha and vanilla ice cream. We're deducting one star due to the kids' meal issue. Overall, the food and experience were great for adults, but better communication about kids' options would improve the experience. read more

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You walk into Haidilao expecting that it's going to be your typical hotpot restaurant, except you're taken aback, because this is not your usual hotpot, it's a whole sensory experience. *AMBIANCE* We came here on a weekend and made reservations a few weeks in advance. The place is buzzing with energy, a cheerful chaos, and a waiting room filled with snacks and games as you eagerly wait to be called to your table. Once you arrive to your table, there's never a dull moment, as you'll find sights to see all around you. *FOOD* Hotpot heaven. We liked how we could choose 4 different broths, and then we were off to the races picking veggies and meats off the tablet left and right. Noodles dance, meats swish, shrimp balls bounce like they're auditioning for Cirque du Soleil. It's interactive dining at its finest, and also the only place where you can feel like a chef without actually knowing how to cook. *SERVICE* The staff here are very attentive, from the apron service, balloon making, the occasional noodle dance performance, it almost feels like they're trying to spoil you into becoming a loyal follower, and honestly it's working. A memorable experience all around! PRO-TIP: learn some of the secret phrases to receive some goodies! read more

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Food: We got the split of the classy mala soup base and the tomato soup base. I could not even tell you the flurry of all the food and fun we had, plates of raw meats and veggie were flying at us like clockwork and it was all so good. What impressed me the most were the multiple stations surrounding the eating room with dessert, snacks, and dipping sauces. Overwhelming to a novice like me, but in the best way. A Disneyland of shabu shabu. Service: They are all so attentive and ready to assist at a moments notice. Never had an issue. Ambiance: So lively! Just a crowded establishment full of laughter mixed into jovial conversation, impromptu dance performances for your entertainment, and brewing cauldrons of hot spicy broth. This place is what hot pot places dream of growing up to become. read more

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Haidilao must be the happiest place in Downtown Flushing! Something here just makes hot pot experiences a perfect 10/10. This is a la carte hot pot and you can expect better quality ingredients and broth which they absolutely delivered! The service here is excellent! My family came here on a weekday dinner just after 5:00 pm and there was no wait. You can make reservations or put yourself on a waitlist before you get there. This restaurant was a lot bigger than I expected - there is a dining room in the front of the restaurant and a bigger dining area in the back. Upon seating, we were handed an iPad to order hot pot broths, ingredients, and drinks. My little one was offered a complementary kid's meal which comes with fruit, chicken nuggets, and a drink, which was perfect for her. There are sauce and snack stations that everyone is able to go and get what you need. There is also bing fan (iced jelly) dessert stations that you can mix and match ingredients - this happened to our favorite part of the experience! I loved that both the sauce and dessert station have some suggested mix options as a guide for first timers. We got the Pork Bone Broth and the Golden Chicken (this was my favorite of the 2) - both were great! We mostly ordered seafood, vegetables, and meats - all were clean, fresh, and worked very well with the broths. My in laws do not eat beef but next time, I would absolutely come back to try their premium beef options! read more

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I have seen this spot all over Tik Tok and finally got the chance to swing by. The service was super friendly and cheery. Everything we ordered was fresh and I really enjoyed my martini. I'm a bit lazy so I still have to get used to the concept of having to cook my own food at a restaurant but otherwise I enjoyed my visit. read more

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More than hotpot, this is a complete experience. The hotpot itself is lovely with terrific broths and sauces. Extra points for the tomato broth. What makes this place special is all the small thoughtful luxuries they include -- heated bidets in the bathroom, free teas when you come in the waiting room, random radio controlled car digging game while you wait ($20 to play), a stuffed animal to dine with you if you come alone, a free toy if you say the secret phrase (Google for the phrases), chicken nugget bar just because, and, if you're lucky, a full on special performance. Come hungry, leave amazed. read more

This place is sooo good. Came here with family and we loved all the different soup base choices. Everything is al la carte so it can add up and be pricey but def worth it. Also must get the noodles! A guy comes and does a little show and the noodles were good too! Highly recommend! read more

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I came here with my husband to celebrate his birthday. The service was impeccable! [[HIGHLIGHT]]They decorated the table for us, which was so heart warming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was fresh and delicious. We had such a special evening, and cannot wait to celebrate more birthdays here! read more

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I visited the Haidilao restaurant in Flushing today for lunch with a friend. We arrived around 11:15 a.m., a bit before the 11:30AM opening time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There were plenty of seats right in front of the restaurant, along with drinks and snacks at the minibar available for guests to enjoy while waiting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] While we were waiting, one of the front staff members (I didn't get her name) was incredibly kind and brought us warm tea, which was perfect for the mildly chilly weather. You can also make a reservation online on their website or join their waitlist in person too. We were assigned to Tracy who greeted us right away, guided us to our table, and brought us water and some appetizers (chips and chicken nuggets) while introducing the menu. Shoutout to Tracy, her service was exceptional as she was kind, very attentive, and regularly checked in to see if we needed anything. She brought us hair ties, provided bags to store our coats so they wouldn't smell like hot pot afterward, offered lens wipes, and refilled our water and soup base, as well as changed our plates without us even asking. They also offer a great weekday lunch special for two, which is an excellent deal. It includes two choices of soup bases, two choices of either basa fish, beef, or pork, an assorted platter of hot pot fish balls and vegetables, and a side of rice or instant noodles. To top it off, Tracy even brought us ice cream. Highly recommend! read more

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Wait time was intense but definitely flew by thanks to their waiting room with snacks and games. Service was very attentive, and the waitress was so sweet to provide me a pillow and even a complimentary toy since she saw that I was pregnant!! Meat was extremely fresh and the broths were so flavorful. We ended up spending around 60pp and that was definitely with some over ordering of meat haha. The complimentary chicken nuggets were a crowd favorite and definitely filled me and my husband up before we even started on our hotpot LOL. Love the theatrics with the noodle dance and small performances throughout the night. Such a great hotpot spot either for family or friends. read more

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Finally got to try Haidilao for the first time. The place was full, but we got seated right away on a Saturday afternoon. It was a whole experience. They had staff doing noodles dances, birthday songs, and making animal balloons all around us. Also, they have these secret codes so make sure to research all the secret codes beforehand! You can order the dancing noodles as is or ask for someone to do a dancing noodle performance at your table to stretch the noodle right in front of you. It doesn't cost extra for the dance. Unfortunately, he was so busy dancing for other tables, we were almost done with our meal so we ended up just getting the noodles without the dance. The noodles were actually so good though. I would order it again. Soup bases were good. Our fav was the golden one (I forgot the name). PRO TIP: you can ask for containers to take the soup base home! read more

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Got sold on their Advertisement of "after 9pm AYCE 20$" First time coming here, Upon arrival, service was slow, took a while to get seated. Upon getting seated i was told it 20$ for AYCE 5 items and the soup base wasn't included, very interesting way to get people by omitting that part which came out to around 45$/pp which honestly isn't worth it.. (many better places for that price) Onto the 5 items, the meats were average, nothing special, shrimps were ok, the fish was basic.. Would have given a lower rating based on the misinformation alone, the interior of the restaurant did look nice, might give this place another try, (but hard to compete with KPOT) read more

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The quality food was excellent. The service was very attentive and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the place was spotlessly clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My reservation. It was at 5:45. They sat us down two minutes later for a party of six. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We got a nice big table.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. We ordered four different favorite soups based on the service recommendation. It's fun to try different things. We have a lot of fun. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We went on Chinese new year eve. There was dancing entertainment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] we had a lovely time. read more

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What an amazing experience!! It's a must visit. The hotpot base and food is so delicious. The service is exceptional. The dancing noodles performance was so entertaining. This shouldn't be missed. Make sure to add the noodles to your order. It comes with a performance. I heard there's a face changing mask performance, but I didn't catch it. There's also a robot that holds the foods and brings it to the tables. You can see it go around everywhere. It's all quite entertaining if you haven't seen it before. The service is stellar A+++. Our server Viktor was absolutely awesome and attentive. He was very helpful and constantly filling up our water, hot water for the tea, and soup bases. There is a pitcher of water with a lemon in it on the side of table, which is very convenient. He also checked on us a few times during the meal to see if we needed anything. Service was on-point. It's a very big space with lots of seatings. It's best to make a reservation. I went on a weekday lunch for the combo set lunch special. What a deal for around $20 per combo set. You pick: a soup base or just water, 1 protein (beef, pork belly, lamb shoulder or basa fish), and 1 carb (ramen or rice). It comes with a little bit of a bunch of different veggies including bok choy, cabbage, beech mushroom, tofu, fried tofu skin, dried tofu skin, slices of potatoes, spam, imitation crab meat. This is the perfect combo mix of protein and vegetables. The hotpot fits up to 4 soup bases or water, so 2 or more people can get different soup bases. We got the pork bone soup and the tomato soup. I liked both, but prefer the pork bone one the best. Yummy yum. They have a great sauce station, which is also the dessert and snacks station. You can mix any amount of seafood soy sauce, minced garlic, chopped scallions, fried garlic seasoning and sesame seed seasoning for your sauce. For dessert, you can have your picks of ice cream from the station, fruits including watermelon slices, purple rice soup, and brown sugar glass jelly. The combo meal itself is not a buffet, so you can pack it to go if you can't finish it all. Their self serve station has chicken nuggets, bean sprouts, small packages snacks and desserts, which you can go back for refills. This was included in the weekday lunch combo, but is an added option for regular meals. Still worth it. Definitely telling everyone about it. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

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With so many different hot pot establishments out there, I feel that this place is not that special for the price. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were there for a celebration and was impressed with the table setting when we were shown our table.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were excited for a special experience. This is NOT an AYCE place so with the exception of some dessert and appetizers, everything is a la carte. Appetizers were snack packages of crackers, popcorn and peanuts. There were also egg rolls and shrimp chips. You can help yourself to sauces. Desserts were orange slices, honey dew melon slices, tofu pudding, jelly, red beans, crushed peanuts, and some type of dried berry and raisins. Lastly, there's ice cream with only chocolate or vanilla flavor choices. You order via a tablet and your bill is the sum of what you order in addition to the set base fee per person. You can have rice but there's a charge of $1.99 per person. Nothing out of the ordinary to order. The slice of cheesecake and waiters coming over to clap while a song was being played was lame (only 2 waiters). We saw other tables with 5 wait staff clapping at other tables with less people. So I guess they spare whoever is around at the time you get your cake. Service was good but not exceptional based on the cost and hype. Left barely full. Glad I tried it but won't be coming back. Feel you get a better experience elsewhere. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Won't be true if I didn't mention the rest room. Was surprised by how much was offered in the restrooms. Bidet toilet seats, diapers for babies to use and wipes available. Hairdryer provided. Also have mouthwash, toothbrush and toothpaste, dental floss picks. Ample paper towels in addition to Dyson hand dryer.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We had a reservation for 11 people on a Saturday at 12:30. We thought we might need two tables with such a large group, but everyone was able to fit into one square table, and even be able to hear each other talk! It's a cool experience for kids because they'll provide a (clean) high chair, a toy, and a kids meal consisting of dino nuggets, fruit, a bun, and a yogurt drink (unclear if we had to pay extra for this or not since I didn't handle the bill). For the adults, we ordered a bunch of items including fatty beef, razor clams, various meat/fish balls, udon, shrimp, kabocha, just to name a few items. My favorite was probably the beef tongue, and the smashed shrimp paste. Love a good freshly-made paste for hot pot. We went with two different broths, but you can pick as many as four. Everything seemed like your standard hot pot items. They did seem to have a few more sauces that other hot pot places, and they have a few cooked items - like spring rolls. We didn't opt for the fresh noodles this time but did catch a glimpse of the noodle dance at other tables. It's of course pricier than the typical AYCE spot but with Haidilao, you get more unique menu items. It also feels cleaner than other hot pot places. It's like my Mama always says - "What you pay is what you get!" read more

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Wow, even on the weekdays Haidilao is extremely busy. Came around 11PM on a weeknight and the wait was still 45+ minutes. Overall, would say their hotpot is decent but quite expensive for what you get. $8.99 for a small bowl of veggies is a little hard to justify. However, their meats did seem higher quality than other hotpot spots. They also provide delicious chicken nuggets, shrimp chips and icecream for free which is a plus. Service was great too - they were attentive with keeping our broth levels high & replacing plates. Would definitely recommend at least trying once especially if you're in the area. read more

Haidilao Hotpot Flushing - Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - Flushing, New York

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Food: This was my first time at Haidilao after hearing great things about it for years, and I loved it. The food is delicious and good quality. The broths are average and nothing special. There is a sauce bar with a lot of appetizers and fruits. There's also a hot appetizer bar with chicken nuggets, spring rolls, and other items. The chicken nuggets are surprisingly good. They also offer soft serve at the end of the meal. They offer a wide variety of hot pot items as well as some unique items including durian pancakes (highly recommend if you like durian). The food was overall delicious, and I look forward to coming back here again! Service: Our server was phenomenal. She was so friendly and attentive. She constantly came by to clear our empty dishes and also asked us if we needed anything. She knew we were celebrating a birthday and arranged for a slice of cake and singing from the staff. The restaurant also gives you a small gift (head scratcher/massager) for birthdays. The experience was very lovely and nice. Ambiance: The restaurant is huge with a lot of seating. They have both tables for smaller and larger groups. Seating is comfortable and spacious. The place is kept clean as well. When you enter the building, you have to take the elevator or stairs to the second floor. There are two large waiting areas with couches, snacks, gift bags, and drinks. There is a vanity with wigs and other props for fun while you're waiting. There is also a photo booth and an arcade game. They put a lot of thought into making you feel comfortable and entertained while waiting for a table. The waiting areas are very spacious and nicely decorated. Overall, I would recommend this restaurant! read more

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Back again for hotpot. Love this place and love the sides they offer here! I walked out here being so full. Yall the rice here is so good. I ate so much of it. Crazy i spent so much money here but just getting rice lol. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great service and very spacious.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We didn't have to wait for table( thank god) but we saw people waiting after we finished with our food. read more

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Summer just got a whole lot cooler at Haidilao!They just unveiled their refreshing Coconut Drink Series and I had the chance to try them--absolutely loving it! Some of my favorites: Tamarind Juice (so tangy & refreshing!) Mango Coconut Breeze Peachy Coco Longan Coconut...and so many more tropical sips to discover! read more

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I visited Haidilao on Mother's Day with my daughter for her birthday, After we finished our meal, we had to wait 50 minutes for the birthday cake. It was frustrating, especially since it was supposed to be a celebration. Also, every table around us received flowers for Mother's Day, except ours. Being the only table left out made us feel ignored and unwelcome. read more

One of my favorite hot pot spots even if it means I travel 4 hours to get there! Haidilao is an experience from start to finish. The atmosphere is vibrant and upscale, with a touch of luxury that makes it stand out from other hot pot places. Everything from the service to the amenities feels well thought out. The attention to detail is unmatched -- the bathrooms have toothbrushes, toothpaste, and even a Dyson hair dryer. The food itself is fantastic. The broth options are flavorful and rich (and spicy) and the ingredient quality is top-tier. Service is attentive without being overbearing, and the staff are great at explaining options if it's your first time. Also make sure to say some key phrases for a free gift!! They even go above and beyond for celebrations -- I saw them do a full birthday setup, which adds such a fun and memorable element to the experience. Whether you're going with friends or planning a special night out, this is one of the best places to enjoy hot pot in the city. I always leave full and happy, and I'll keep coming back. read more

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My first time at this hot pot place. It's in the busy part of Flushing right off of Main Street. Theres a parking garage below which is very convenient. You have to come up to street level and then the restaurant is on the 2nd floor. It was pretty busy when we were there but it was a weekend and I was with a large group. The actual hotpot had four spots so you have the option of choosing 4 different broths which worked out for our group. You order per item after that. They had a lot of options as well, meats, veggies etc. They also had a sauce bar with some cold some appetizers The waiting area was nice though. Plenty of seating and some toys to keep the kids occupied. read more

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I love this place! I have been here 3 times and always love the food and the entertainment. I recommend going when they have the face changing performance during the peak hours. But it is also nice to go when there are less people at night. We had no wait on a summer night at 9pm. You must order the dancing noodles! Super entertaining and very skilled performers will stretch the noodles out and sling them at you. And the noodles are pretty tasty too. All the food is amazing. The flavor is so good. I recommend the shrimp paste! Along with the typical meats for hot pot. All in all, I love going here and will keep coming to Haidilao! read more

Haidilao Hotpot Flushing - Hot Pot Near Me - Flushing, New York

Service here is phenomenal as rumored. Staff is very attentive and accommodating (hair ties, eyeglass wipes, etc.). We even got a birthday dance for our friend. We ordered a variety of veggies and meat (the short rib was really good). There is a self service dessert/snack bar which is really nice. The inside is clean and bright. Bathrooms are very nice as well. Definitely planning to come back :) read more

Haidilao Hotpot Flushing - Hot Pot Near Me - Flushing, New York

Well run establishment, easy to make a reservation, we were a party of 10 (8 adults, 2 toddlers), celebrating a birthday and Karson our waiter was top notch (best waiter compared to any establishment in any country), attentive, gracious and kind! He checked in multiple times and was handling all the tables in our section including another birthday (large party) and he was balancing everything with a smile and grace. Food tasted fresh. Liked the dessert jelly bar. It was everyone's first time and we enjoyed the noodle dance, and the noodles were bouncy! Kid friendly and we didn't feel rushed. Karson also helped us take a few photos w the birthday decor. Only con was that the sauce station ran out of cilantro which is usually 30% of my personal sauce preference. Clean and spacious. They have thought of everything for the waiting area to entertain kids and adults w light snacks and beverages. read more

I came here for their late night AYCE meat deal, and it was a good time with friends! The inside of the restaurant is spacious, clean, and they have a sauce bar, hot bar, and dessert bar for you to get extra food from! All of the ingredients are great quality here and the service is amazing. Haidilao is always a reliable hot pot spot! read more

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Everything was very sleek, service was incredible, and food was nicely arranged. Everything was great quality and the dancing noodle performance was something I'll never forget! read more

My all time hotpot spot in Queens! Excellent service by the friendly crew! This place is a la carte, except when they have promos for set combo for lunchtime weekdays and late evenings 9PM. We usually go for their wagyu beef items. A5 Kagoshima and A5 Miyazaki beef slices are worth the splurge. Great seafood variety also a plus. read more

came on a weeknight after the Mets game around 10:30PM for the $19.99 Meat O'Clock special. Large space and was still packed at the time. The restaurant is walkable from the 7 Line Main St but a bit difficult to find and is located on the 2nd fl. The $19.99 special is quite a deal if you are hungry and just want the 5 proteins and nothing else. You do need to pay separately for your soup base (~$13 for half pot and $7 for qtr pot) although of course you can just use hot water as your base and create your own sauce. There is also a separate $3 charge for unlimited chicken nuggets, the sauce bar and limited salad bar which you have to do. The quality of the proteins is high especially the beef, lamb and basa fish. Shrimps are ok fresh. The chicken is meh but generally doesn't do well in hot pot. FYI The dancing noodle performances end around 10PM. Customer service is solid and space is clean. There was a budweiser special for $1.5 per can. Unlimited soft serve. Not great quality though Would come back for the Meat O'clock. Restaurant closes very late. Young crowd. read more

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