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    Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Bridgeport

    4.6 (161 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    HAPPY LAMB HOT POT - BRIDGEPORT ATMOSPHERE

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    Meat for days
    Alejandro C.

    Happy Lamb Hot Pot never disappoints. The service is great--they're always attentive and quick to get us whatever we need. The ambiance is on point, with beautiful decorations that change with the seasons and really add to the experience. The food is consistently amazing. The never-ending spicy broth is our go-to every time, and the dumplings are always fresh and flavorful. The oysters are another standout and a must-order. Overall, great service, great food, and a great atmosphere. Highly recommend.

    Julie T.

    I'm giving Happy Lamb Hot Pot a 3.5-star rating because while the experience was decent, it didn't quite hit that 4- or 5-star mark for me. The restaurant is clean and the service was efficient, but the ingredient selection left me a little disappointed. Specifically, I was really craving watercress to balance out the heavy meats, but they didn't have it on the menu during my visit. . ​Aside from that, everything else was pretty okay. The lamb was sliced thin and tasted fresh, and the signature herbal bone broth had that nice, fragrant aroma Happy Lamb is known for. The fish balls and tofu were standard quality, and the dipping sauce station was well-stocked and tidy. It's a reliable spot if you're in the neighborhood and want a consistent, middle-of-the-road hot pot meal, but the lack of certain vegetable variety kept it from being a standout experience.

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    Susan C.

    Loved our server! We went in an hour before closing and he told us to take our time and made sure we were full. They redecorated the hallway which was super cute. The food options are less than I remember but maybe because we went a little late.

    Michelle M.

    This place... everything was AhMazing. The food. So fresh and tasty. The service. The sweetest EVER. I would go back just to be friends with the sweetest chica I think I've met my in whole life. I'm 47. I've met a ton of people. You get seated. You order whatever kind of broth you wanna cook in. There's also an option to have a split pot so you can have two different options. You order the meats you want served to your table then you get other foods off the buffet. Such a great little time with whomever you're with. Well. As long as you're enjoying your company. The bathrooms were clean. Note: Would totally make reservations. We waited for about an hour. This was absolutely our fault. Paid street parking. I 100% recommend. I will definitely be back...

    Imani A.

    I've been to the location in Chinatown before but this was my first time in Bridgeport. There is a standard dining section and several rooms for larger parties. My fiancé and I we seated in one of these rooms with a group of ladies, a small barrier diving the table. To be clear this was not meant to be like a hibachi situation. It was intento be two separate tables. I didn't like this. We all talked in normal voices and there was no "overlap" but it was awkward. That being said the food was great. We got each of the lamb options, the Wagu and ribeye. All were delicious. I think the buffet in Chinatown has a bigger selection. I also enjoyed my Mai Thai. Overall it was still a good date night but I will ask to be seated in the main dining area next time.

    Broth fee??? Anyone else notice?
    Patti L.

    Good to eat all the protein you want and veggies too. The staff is helpful but don't answer too many questions.

    Carlimah W.

    This was my first time at Hot Pot. Sooooo gooood I went two days in a row. The restaurant was nice inside and easy to navigate. Servers were decent, it was hard to find someone to help the day I went honestly but I just chalked it up to them being busy

    50% off on your birthday and $2 broth fee per guest.
    D M.

    This location is always my favorite hot pot place. The wait is never too long, and there is easy parking in the neighborhood. We came with friends yesterday and found out Happy Lamb has made some changes to their menu. The birthday guest is no longer free but now gets 50% off the price. In addition, each guest is now charged a $2 broth fee. We always choose the premium AYCE, but has it always been only five meats (2 beef, 2 lamb, and 1 pork) included in the regular AYCE hot pot?

    Apps and snacks: edamame and roasted peanuts
    Eva S.

    We came here for dinner to celebrate my dad's birthday. Our family is always in the mood for hotpot year round, and my mom recommended this spot because they had private dining rooms. She had called ahead to make a reservation for 6 adults and 2 kids (2 high chairs) and requested a private room. Our party not only had two kids under 2 years of age, but if you could imagine, we were toting 2 strollers, 2 backpacks, and we all had heavy winter coats. We were initially assigned to a semi-private dining tool that had three long tables in an alcove towards the middle of the restaurant. It was a tight fit and while we "only" had six adults, our strollers and high chairs and ability to move around comfortably without bothering anyone was restricted by the layout of the semi-private room. We requested if our party can move to a fully private room, near the back of the restaurant (that can seat up to 12), and thankfully, they accommodated us. Honestly it took a little convincing and we had to make a case because they said those fully private rooms were booked. Viewing our strollers (however sleek/compact/modern they make them nowadays), eyeing the highchairs, the distance between baby and boiling broth, and perhaps putting themselves in our shoes, they accommodated (relented). The fully private room is very comfortable and I recommend specifying that room when making a reservation, otherwise they may put you in the semi-private room based on your party size. We ordered the premium AYCE and it was a great experience overall. I've been to their other location in Chinatown, and I like the Bridgeport location better, especially their AYCE set-up. Parking is a bit tricky, you'll probably need to find metered street parking. But I love their little buffet of non-hotpot items like fried rice, egg rolls, french fries, mantou buns, crab rangoon. It's provides a nice mix of items. My dad really liked the fancy fish you get with the premium price, but aside from that, I think most people are plenty happy with the standard AYCE options. 4 stars!

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    Michael B.

    Went with my wife for a weekday lunch and loved it. Clean comfortable dining room with quick friendly service. Both servers were able to explain the process of hot pot dining and made suggestions. We went with one traditional broth and spicy for the other side. We got beef, lamb, shrimp balls and additional item s from their massive buffet. Also had a nice selection of sauces that you can mix and match to make your own dipping sauces. Very reasonably priced for all the food.

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    Crystal C.

    Solid AYCE hotpot spot! The restaurant is spacious, well-lit, and has comfortable seating. The value is great--$27.95 for regular AYCE and $32.95 for premium, which is pretty reasonable for what you get. The meat quality was good for an AYCE place, and I liked the setup where you order meats from the menu while grabbing everything else (veggies, fish balls, noodles, etc.) from the buffet bar. The hotpot broths were okay for an AYCE spot, but I've definitely had better. My only other complaint is that some of the items at the buffet bar were mislabeled, which made it a little confusing. But overall, a great spot for hotpot, and I'd definitely come back!

    L L.

    Still the best all you can eat hot pot in Chicago for an inexpensive flat fee unlike the hot pot a la cartes where you end up spending $80 per person and barely ate anything! You can reserve a private room for groups of six or more. Service was excellent. Street parking is easy to find or take the subway/bus. This newer location is much larger than their Chinatown location.

    A I.

    I come here often with my boyfriend or my friends, the service is always great and there's lots of selection for veggies, protein, sides, and desserts etc. 4 stars only because theres always flies in the dining area and buffet area which does gross me out a bit, hopefully they fix this problem or mitigate the fly population here

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    First time to this location. Very friendly and clean place. The beef very fresh and vegetables. I will definitely be back.

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    Food, service, staff, ambiance, sound level are all good. Enjoyed my first visit there very much.

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    Does this have prepared noodles already, or is everything in need of cooking? I'm wondering if the side dishes are available?

    Yes, side dishes are available. Sometimes it's stir fried noodles for example, other times it's fried rice. French fries and chicken nuggets are in there consistently-ish also.

    Do they still do free meal for birthday? And can it be for the day before?

    Yes, has to be day of with proof of birthday on id

    What's the current price for adults?

    How to contact Happy Lamb in Bridgeport? I want to ask a question (whether they sell gift cards), but their website doesn't seem to show any phone numbers or email addresses.

    Their number is 872 - 299 - 3137

    Is this place byob?

    Yes

    Does this place serve halal food?

    No they don't!

    Do they have a birthday special?

    You get a free meal if you go on the date of your birthday.

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    Haidilao HotPot Chicago

    Haidilao HotPot Chicago

    4.5
    (416 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Can't love this place enough. When my friends are here for ASCO, we come twice…read more We tried a new broth. The spicy coconut is fantastic and has the best kick. I prefer it to the spicy (the one full of kick yo butt peppers). Really the best hot pot place.

    My girlfriend and I love going to Haidilao! It's one of her favorite restaurants, so we tend to go…read morehere once in a while. I was pretty skeptical since I'm more of an AYCE hotpot person; however, I learned that HaiDilao offers a late night deal of $24.99 for sirloin, lamb, pork belly, and chicken. This deal seems pretty worth it since it's like you're paying less than half the price of the original costs. One of the main star dishes we get is the lobster fish balls, and they're a must try! Something about them being filled with lobster and roe makes it so tasty and umami. There's a sauce bar with some goodies and snacks as well. I don't like how you have to pay for the sauce bar, but it makes up for it with the amount of items you get there. Additionally, you have to be aware that the soup base is priced based on how many you get as well. The service was just amazing the last time we went since the waiter was always smiling and always made sure he poured my water when it was empty. Additionally, we said a special phrase that complimented their soup base, and he gave us a tomato soup base packet to take home!!! The ambiance is very nice here, and you can really tell that they keep the area very clean. They have robots bringing your food as well, so that's an experience. The only concern is that there's no parking, so it's a little hard to find parking nearby.

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    Shabu Plus Rotary Hot Pot Wicker Park

    Shabu Plus Rotary Hot Pot Wicker Park

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    This was a first time adventure. We arrive, not knowing at all what to expect. The menu is a fixed…read moreprice. Everybody at the table must order the same level of menu, and once you get there, you can see why. We all agreed upon the ultimate, and we're rapidly seated. The server understood instantly that we were rookies, and was helpful and pleasant for our entire adventure. He showed us how to place the orders for the broth pots that are used to cook the various items. He also showed us how to place the orders for more of the all-you-can-eat items. In addition to the meats and special items that came from ordering, there is a conveyor belt that contains more items such as pastas, vegetables, and things like tofu, fish, and other things. We each chose a different broth, and you have controls it your table that control an induction cooktop to heat it up to your preferred level. The only complaint I had about the entire visit is that the controls are hard to access. You have to bend down since they are under the edge of your table, and they are not intuitive. So you have to look at them. It is difficult. That is my only complaint. The broth I got which was mushroom based was very good. The meats were things like ribeye, New York strip, brisket, pork, shoulder, chicken, and you would toss them into the cooking broth for a number of seconds pull them out, and they would be cooked to perfection. Grabbing things off of the conveyor was extremely easy, and they managed to keep it full. Delivery of the meat items was achieved using a second train system that would stop at your table and you would unload your little items and begin using them. Very automated. You ordered off of a touchscreen, your items arrived at your table within two minutes. Again, I cannot say enough about the service. It was extremely fast! The server who personally handled our table was outstanding! The food was delicious, in the atmosphere was wild. The walls were covered with Japanese anime art, and the music was a mixture of Japanese pop and K-pop, with a little hip-hop thrown in for fun. The all you can eat model meant that our prices were still quite reasonable. Like most oriental all you can eat, they do expect you only need to grab what you will eat. They're not big on wasting food. And I don't blame them. Their prices are reasonable. Unlike conveyor belt sushi, where you pay by every plate you grabbed, here you are paying for the ultimate experience. This was an outstanding adventure. The food was great in the atmosphere was great. I just wish they had a parking lot!

    Super crowded and smug door gatekeeping because they were busy... not sire about the food because…read morewaiting for over an hour for a mall level meh vibe restaurant in Chinatown is not it y'all. Don't know about the food but seriously is hot pot and KBBQ is not hard... so get over yourself eesh.

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    Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Bridgeport - hotpot - Updated July 2026

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