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    Hot Pot Buffet

    3.4 (701 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Chicken breast, corn, rice & soup in one
    Philip J. H.

    I'm the first one to admit this type of buffet is totally different than what I have been used to but at the same token I'm willing to try it out & good thing I did. They explained everything necessary especially for those who might be totally unfamiliar with this but I opted for a non-spicy broth, corn, rice & chicken breast & I hope it doesn't come off the wrong way but this place could be an ideal spot for those who have a cold plus they even have a Chinese BBQ sauce which is even balanced in terms of heat & tolerant to you & staff will see it you have a good experience & okay they mix Chinese plus American music so nobody can beef on that & to me well worth $43.00.

    Alvin A.

    After a long night out, I decided to have a hair of the dog the next day with dinner at an AYCE Hot Pot. Opted for drank a small amount of Soju to ease my hangover. Hot Pot Buffet can be found in Boston's Chinatown. You will find a good buffet for hot pot serving a lot of options. We got all you can eat for four people and a bottle of Soju. Was seated on the ground floor of the restaurant, it was a steady busy Friday night. One of the girls in the group suggested of an amazing hot pot place that exceeded all my expectations! The all-you-can-eat concept provides a fantastic variety of fresh ingredients, ensuring there's something for every palate. The broth options were flavorful. I chose the House Broth, while the service is good. What sets this place apart is the unbeatable price for the quality of the dining experience. It's a must-try for hot pot enthusiasts seeking a delightful and budget-friendly meal. They are also open very late!

    Front of beef tongue (left) and pork (right)
    Kat N.

    The place looked super sketch on the outside. Inside wasn't much better LOL. Downstairs for individuals or couples and larger groups eat upstairs. You use a paper menu and pencil to mark what you want. We chose assorted veggies, seafood, and meats to try. The waiters bring them out on plates portioned for the number of people in your party. There were a selection of Chinese style broths. We didn't do anything adventurous and chose the chicken broth (they also had black chicken broth, herbal broth, etc). The broth did have good flavor. Their pricing is weird. It was 31.99 per person for dinner and $4 extra for the broth. You can tell that the meats and most of the seafood were all frozen. That's ok but the quality was definitely lower. Clams were surprisingly higher quality and fresh. They were gigantic too! Waiters were responsive when we asked for more food.

    Spicy and Bone Broths
    Grover G.

    Amazing experience with affordable prices! Service is ok, but if you look past that and don't mind waiting. Once you're all set up with your brother and food everything is fresh and amazing! And of course you'll leave rolling out of there. Fresh seafood and delicious broths

    Lina L.

    Came here for dinner while wandering around Chinatown. We got promptly seated upon arrival and the service was friendly. Like a lot of AYCE buffets, it's pretty straightforward. They give you paper and pen to check off what you would like. We got a variety of different things. I must say that I was kind of surprised when we got the things we checked off since it was a little misleading. The sausage that they had in the menu were actually hot dogs. There weren't a lot of sauce options but it was good enough for my friend and me. There's unlimited meat, veggies, and seafood and at that price point, it's definitely an amazing value. The food won't be super high quality for an AYCE buffet but for a casual dinner with friends is great. This place definitely fit the bill of what we were looking for -- an inexpensive yet filling dinner.

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    Srinithi R.

    I came in with a small group and I was seated right away. I was about to pick 2 broths and order from a menu. The sauces were pre made. I recommend coming here with a group.

    Lauren J.

    This is a really solid place to come to for hot pot. We usually get the house broth and the spicy broth, which is really flavorful. It's all you can eat, so you can check off whatever you want and they'll bring it to the table. I usually get a couple kinds of steak, crab legs, shrimp, salmon, white fish, quail eggs, an assortment of veggies (bok choy, chinese broccoli, mushrooms, etc), and white rice. They have MANY more offerings, but that's just what I usually go with. You can ask for more sheets to get more whenever you want, which is great. I definitely recommend Hot Pot Buffet as a tasty, inexpensive all-you-can-eat option.

    Lily S.

    I just love the fact that you can order and try everything without breaking the bank. The broth is fine and so are the accompaniments (ask for fresh garlic, peppers, and scallions) veggies are fresh and so are the meat, seafood a bit lacking but it is buffet so I'm not expecting too much. All in all a great value for what I ordered (which was everything). I would go back for lunch on my own especially on a chilly day, and spend a couple of hours listening to tunes on my AirPods, working on my laptop, and dipping away.

    Sonya E.

    Lunch'd here with the fam. This spot came recommended in Boston's Chinatown district so I was excited to try for myself. The restaurant is two stories affording these guys the ability to entertain almost any party size. We sat upstairs and the space was huge. Upon seating, one of the servers passed out their signature dipping sauce in which could be dressed with chilli peppers, fresh diced garlic, and green onions. From there, you can select the type of broth(s) you want for your hot pot. We chose a spicy broth and then a more mild one for my niece. Once the broth arrives, you check off all the different types of vegetables, protein, seafood you want for your unique hot pot experience. We chose a little bit of everything and ate our hearts out. It is unlimited so be careful how much you order -- you don't want to be one of those wasteful buffet diners especially given how expensive food in general costs these days. Seafood and beef that we ordered were fresh and tasted great once cooked in the broth. If you have young hungry teenagers, this is a good choice to fill their stomachs up completely for a flat price.

    beef and veggies
    Pag M.

    Great spot for super late-night eats cause they open until 2 AM. I LOVE THEIR SAUCE! Man, what is their sauce its so addicting I go through 2-3 bowls of sauce every time I go. It's AYCE with a good selection of meats and veggies, seafood is lacking but what do you expect. I be going crazy here and leaving stuffed.

    Kaitlyn D.

    Food selection is good with a lot of seafood choices. House special soup base was flavorful and the spicy was pretty spicy for those who like it! They do pretty well about making sure your pot stays filled with soup but some things that you mark on your list may not come so we had to bug waiters a couple of times.

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    Ask the Community - Hot Pot Buffet

    Does anyone know what the hot pot sauce is exactly made of? It's super good but I haven't been able to find any sauce like it!

    It's sacha sauce I think

    How much is the current lunch price and dinner price?

    Not sure about the lunch price but dinner price is $28.88 for hotpot only per person

    What is the price?

    including tips and tax, youre looking around about 25-28?

    How much is it for dinner? Plan to go after work 5pm

    looking at $15 for lunch so maybe $20 (after 3pm)?

    How much is lunch? And what time is it?

    $14.95 lunch

    Do they have a vegetarian soup base?

    I think they all vegetable soup base

    Can this restaurant accommodate a group of 12?

    Yes

    I been here before but I don't remember if they serve alcoholic drinks?

    There is alcohol selection

    Is there a wheelchair accessible entrance?

    No. At least I didn't see any.

    I wonder if the food is Halal? Can anyone tell me?

    No, but you can always go for sea food, vegetables and vegetarian broths

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    Wow! I love Olivieria's Steakhouse, but it's too far away from my house. It's a long drive from…read moreCanton to Somerville. But the food is great. The meats are tender, the pasta salad is so creamy and the cheesecake is so tasty. If on occasional times, then I can come back to Oliveria's Steakhouse again for an all you can eat Brazllian meats!

    We came here for my dad's birthday and just as a caveat, I'm not really into Brazilian…read moresteakhouses/AYCE in general. Just as an FYI, the bottled waters on the table are not free. There are options for AYCE as well as by weight, and if you do by weight you have to weigh everything you get at the side buffet and only get meat from the counter, so we opted for AYCE because that seemed cumbersome. The service here was friendly and attentive and as long as your token is green, the meat literally comes nonstop! I really liked their sides and salads, especially the plantains and fresh fruits. The meats were perfectly done and though they didn't really ask, all my pieces were medium/medium rare which is how I like it. The cut that was infused with garlic was really good, as were the sirloin and the chicken hearts and spicy pork sausages. Some pieces were very salty, but I'm pretty sensitive to salt. The grilled pineapple was luscious. If we didn't already have cake waiting for us at home, I would have definitely indulged in some tres leches or lime cake. They ended the meal with cooked cheese dipped in honey or guava sauce which was interesting. The fresh fruit at the salad bar was really refreshing. I probably wouldn't come back because it's just way too much meat/food for me and not my usual favorite (also rather pricey for dinner/weekends). However, my family had a great meal here and I think it's definitely a step up from fogo de chao in terms of quality and service. If you're into Brazilian steakhouses (or steak in general) I would highly recommend this place.

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    3.1(105 reviews)
    4.1 mi
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    The food is pretty good , staff is friendly, and a big selection of tasty food"…read more The food here is pretty good . A big selection of food and dessert it's also delicious. Price is very reasonable for the food. The staff is so welcoming and friendly. Parking is not an issue they have a big parking lot . Sushi is including in the price of the buffet and it's good high quality not just avocado rolls . Just wanted to mention this for sushi lovers . The vibe is warm and welcoming.

    My wife and I were looking for a quick bite to eat and due to leaving right after work we didn't…read morewant a wait of much time. Thankfully this buffet popped up and we decided to give it a shot. On the smaller side compared to some buffets I have gone to but despite that have a good variety of options. At least enough that everyone in your party should find something. Lots of drink options including some boba milk tea. The tables are adorned with beautiful artwork which was a nice touch and staff was friendly. The biggest negative was a majority of the food being closer to cold than hot and warm. This was disappointing due to us being there at what seemed like a busy time. Also along the lines of the food nothing we had really wowed us either. I would best describe it all as average hence the three stars. The prices were reasonable with the pina colada being under 10, that was a surprise. Overall, if you are like my wife and I, looking for a quick bite without a wait this may be your spot to check out.

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