Came on a weekday lunch for their AYCE deal for hotpot and bbq skewers and had a great time! Bill came just under $80 for 2 after tax and tips. Beware that you must pay for the hotpot soup broth separately, and the sauce bar separately at $3.50 per person. Quite pricey considering the deal doesn't include soup or sauce. Moreover, you can only choose from 4 protein options for hotpot and BBQ (beef, lamb, pork, and shrimp). So veggies are separate charges too... No matter for me because I love protein and loaded up my meal with just meats and shrimp. The mushroom and herbal broth came with plenty of mushroom so we ate that as well. I probably wouldn't come back again since the AYCE is quite limited in variety. However, great experience here! Quick and friendly service. BBQ skewers are made fresh to order so expect some coming time after you put in an order, but they'll come out hot and packed with flavor (a little too salty in my opinion)! read more

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Unfortunately, our experience was very disappointing due to the lack of attentive service. We submitted our order through the iPad but waited 20-30 minutes without receiving our food or any update. We eventually had to flag down a staff member to ask about our order. Our water cup was also dirty, and although we requested a replacement, it was never brought. We also asked for a cup of ice that never arrived. Throughout our visit, staff rarely checked on our table, and we had to repeatedly get someone's attention for basic requests. I can't say why our table received so little attention, but we felt overlooked and unwelcome compared to the level of service we expected. Unfortunately, the overall experience was disappointing. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

They have a huge selection of quality meats, seafood, vegetables, mushrooms, handmade meatballs, noodles, and other hot pot essentials. The split broth was a nice option, we ordered both the spicy Sichuan broth and the tomato broth and the coconut chicken broth (use coconut water lol. The spicy side packed plenty of heat and numbing flavor, while the Coconut chicken broth adds sweetness to anything you put in to cook with. Pouring fresh coconut water directly into the broth, which added a subtle sweetness and made for a fun tableside experience. Service was attentive, ingredients took a bit to come out but the sauce bar was a good distraction!! Overall great food and experience and definitely will come back if I'm in the area! read more

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No wait on a Saturday at 7:30pm! They give you an iPad to order from so there's not much staff interaction. Al la carte ordering here. We decided to get the split soup base with their house spicy and fish maw broth. Both were flavorful and I liked that I wasn't extremely thirsty after the meal !! Menu is pretty extensive with a lot of different combinations to choose. Between 2 people, we got the beef and lamb platter (very aesthetic but would have liked to try more variety meats), beef tongue, and mixed veggies. Meats were thin and pretty good quality. They also have a self serve appetizer and sauce bar. Tripe and cucumbers were cold and refreshing but also spicy which I enjoyed. I didn't realize their standard of spicy is higher than normal, especially with the peppercorns in the broth but still good. Overall, clean modern place but just a little on the pricey side read more

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À la carte hotpot place. There are some hotpot combos for 2 or 4 people. We walked in Tuesday around 7pm. We were seated right away. It wasn't that busy. They have an unlimited side dish and sauce station. We liked the Spicy Mala Pork skin, pickled spicy radish, pickled cucumbers, and honeydew, orange. We ordered 2 broths: the classic spiciest broth and pork bone broth. Both were good. We also order mushroom, tongho, fried rolled tofu skin, wagyu beef, lamb, and beef. Too much spicy items though. Service was pretty fast. You will smell like hotpot when you leave. Don't see any vents above the tables. read more

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Came here for lunch and was very satisfied with my meal. The staff were very friendly and got seated immediately. We did two broths - the new chicken broth and the spicy numbing broth both of which were delicious. I preferred the spicy broth, we had an assortment of beef, lamb and chicken. We also had some veggies: lettuce, mushrooms and others. I especially enjoyed the beef and lamb, the skewers are solid too. We also ordered some quail eggs and fried rice. I really enjoyed taking the protein out of the broth, dipping it in the friend rice and eating it with toppings! The ambiance is fairly modern, it's a decent sized restaurant and parking is accessible through the lot just around the corner. read more

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I was so excited to try this hot pot restaurant through the Yelp Elite event! They had lots of food options including appetizer skewers, Chinese donut with shrimp paste, fried rice, a wide variety of veggies, and of course the meats. We were able to try two soup bases, but one of them was too spicy for me to enjoy. Our table had a great time enjoying delicious food while meeting new people. It was also nice hearing the owner and co-owners talk about the Self Help for the Elderly mission as well. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

We went there on Valentine's Day. There was a line, like pretty much everywhere that day, but the wait wasn't too bad. We ordered mild spicy and mushroom hot pot, very light and delicious beer in a whole jar just for $10. I also tried a coconut drink, which was tasty and definitely worth it. The place itself looked fine. Nothing particularly special or memorable in terms of atmosphere. Overall, I'd say it's a solid spot for hot pot: not the best, but definitely not bad. If you're looking for variety, it's worth trying. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

Pulled up to Liuyishou in San Mateo with a couple buddies after a long day and this spot just nailed it. Best boneless chicken hotpot ever!!! No exaggeration. The broth was crazy aromatic and super comforting, and the chicken stayed tender the whole time we were hanging out and chatting around the bubbling pot. We kept saying "ok last piece" then reaching in again lol. Also tried their beef & lamb platter and it was fire - thin slices, nice texture, cooks in seconds and soaks up all that broth flavor. Staff was easygoing but on it, adjusting the burner and refilling broth without us even asking. Chill place to linger, share bites, and just vibe over legit hotpot :) read more

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We were seated right away and had to order through a tablet. Al la carte hotpot - a little overpriced but best to come with large groups to share. They charged us extra for the sauce station and fruits/side dishes. Overall - it was good but wouldn't be my first option in downtown San Mateo for hotpot read more

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Stumbled upon this hot pot place to have a quick fix of easy hot pot. I was pretty happy with the side dish (chill oil tripe) offered with the sauce bar ($3.5) until my main course was served. It's a fixed set with 9 different ingredients (Tofu sheet strips, kelp knots, vegetable, spicy chicken gizzards, quail eggs, mystery spicy beef, beef omasum, numbing beef tongue, and pink jelly beef) plus a selection of beef or lamb. The vegetable was ok. But there were some really suspicious items served. It appeared that they served low quality meat and in order to tenderize the meat, they add baking soda and water into the meat then pour a large amount of oil to create a sealing layer. You can see from the photos the translucent pink jelly appearance and foamy substance. The thin-cut beef was really lean (I over heard other tables were complaining), which I don't mind. Service was great so I didn't give it a 1star. read more

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My friend and I came here last week for dinner . We had come really early on a Saturday so the place was pretty empty . Even by 7pm there were still a few tables open. Liuyishou is not ayce but the quality of the meat / presentation is very nice . I also liked how they have different types of broths that I haven't seen in other places . You have to order on the iPad but they don't have pictures of every item which makes it hard to order some items. We got a plain broth and a spicy broth . The spicy broth is very tasty and I liked it . I also really liked the sauce bar, it comes with many sides like seaweed salad and octopus salad . Total was $200 after tax and tip ! read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

Had an awesome lunch here on a Sunday. Not busy so had time to enjoy the big space. They have a sauce, snack and fruit bar but had to pay extra $3.50/person. Totally worth it. The orange and winter melon were sweet, the sesame ball was soft and fresh. Tried the tomato and house special pork bone - both were delicious. Ordered the all beef platter and vege platter. Only thing is, the meat slices are so thin. But everything tasted great. read more

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I'd recommend this place as a comfortable place for a group. There is plenty of seating and large tables to accommodate large parties. The meat quality is at level for what you pay for. The bone broth and spicy broth is really tasty! Although we found some plastic in the soup (on accident), the server replaced everything and handled the problem very professionally and thoughtfully. I've had better quality hot pot with more variety, so I would say this place isn't the best nor the worst. I wouldn't mind coming back if I am eating with a large group but be sure to get a table before 6/6:30 to avoid the waitlist. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

Came for lunch with my friend for all you can eat $19.99. It's not very busy on weekday lunch. Only about 3 other tables, in the middle of the restaurant has sauce table and some appetizers. Cucumbers, chicken feet's, peanuts etc Once we ask about the meal waitress mention this meal does not include soup and vegetables only meat. I'm not sure if it make sense as it is a hot pot restaurant. We ordered the pork bone soup and the rest are meats. Their meat are fatty but not bad, around 5 piece each plate. Shrimp are fresh which is a good thing as well. Just the promotion doesn't make sense and the staffs are not very friendly. read more

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My friend recommended this place after I told her we were craving hot pot. I'm a big fan of the overall quality of the food here. I have to highlight the sauce bar, because it had everything I wanted to make my sauce and then some. My favorite ingredient was the youtiao or chinese donut. So yummy and crispy even after dipping it into the broth. We came in on a Sunday afternoon and it wasn't too busy in the restaurant. Service was very fast and it was a great place to have lunch. Like most hot pot restaurants, the ambiance was catered to groups. Looking forward to coming back again soon. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

We visited Liuyishou Hotpot in San Mateo for their lunchtime AYCE promotion and were very disappointed with the overall experience. The place is not the cleanest and a bit awkward layout but it had cute decorations throughout. The AYCE option is quite limited because you're only allowed two types of meat, and unfortunately the meat quality was extremely poor. I eat hot pot often, and this was by far the lowest-quality meat I've encountered at a hot pot restaurant. The cuts were tough and unpleasant, to the point of being difficult to eat. The sauce bar is small and poorly maintained. Items such as the fruits and pickled sides frequently ran out and were not replenished in a reasonable amount of time leaving a lot of people getting to the bar and leaving empty handed back to their seats. Service was very slow throughout the meal, from ordering to receiving items at the table. The long wait times made the experience drag on and took away from the enjoyment of the meal. We also ordered a few items outside of the AYCE, and they were overpriced for both the quality and portion size. Considering the price, service, and food quality, this restaurant does not live up to its rating. The promotion feels misleading sure it brings you in, but once seated, the quality and service do not meet expectations. There are far better hot pot options in San Mateo and the Bay Area in general. Definitely skip this place. read more

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Tried this hot pot in San Mateo, very clean, food was exceptionally fresh n very well displayed. Tray of pork n beef on round table was a large portion. Soup base of chicken n herbs was very flavorful, I didn't try the spicy one since it had a lot of red peppers Amazed at all the choices such as the tofu, vegetables with mushrooms, meat balls. Even Spam n dishes cooked had skewered pork, beef n shrimp. Tried the egg fried rice. All was yummy. Hopefully go back n try more other variety of items. According to the posters they have special promotions. Another item of interest is the partner is promoting gifting items to support their cause of helping seniors with meals. You can donate items n in return purchase the other items n the money goes toward the sr program n a little goes back to the restaurant, great idea. Hopefully this will take off n other nonprofits n restaurants will do this too. read more

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Just tried this for the first time after passing by so many times. The smell was irresistible. Great food to have with friends. Staff was friendly. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

We always notice people waiting outside, so as San Mateo locals, Liuyishou Hot Pot has been on our list to try for a while. Our go-to hot pot spot is only a few blocks away, but we decided to switch it up since downtown has so many great restaurants. We got there a few minutes before 11:30 AM on a Sunday, ended up first in line, and another family joined shortly after. Prices are a bit higher than some other hot pot spots in the area. This is not AYCE, though I think they offer a lunch AYCE option on weekdays. Ordering is done through a tablet, which was easy and straightforward. The four of us shared one split pot and chose two broths: the House Special (medium spicy) and the House Pork Bone with Herbs. The spicy broth was the favorite for my dad and brother, while I stuck mostly to the pork bone base. I thought both were good, though the pork broth didn't stand out as much as I hoped and was on the plain side. We ordered their signature beef and lamb platter, which comes on a wooden ring around the pot. It's definitely what draws the crowds in and is definitely a lot of meat. On top of that, we added two plates of prime beef, egg fish balls, tofu, and rice. Meat quality was decent, but the egg fish balls were the real winner for me. They were creamy, flavorful, and honestly some of the best I've had. The sauce bar is an extra $3.50 per person. It has a nice mix of sauces, fruit, and small sides. Nothing over the top, but enough to find a combo you like. Tip to future diners: double-check your bill. We were charged for an extra rice by mistake. Overall, my family had a good experience here. The spicy broth was a standout, the egg fish balls are a must-order, and the presentation of the meat platter is fun to see in person. I still think there are a few better hot pot spots nearby, but I am glad we tried it and would recommend giving it a shot if you are in the area and curious. read more

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Walk ins only maybe calls for reservations. No host. They have a diy sauce bar. You order on the tablet that not attached to the table. They have a lot of options and combos just make sure you look carefully. Bathrooms are clean. They have sake, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks. You can do single up to 4 soups. Be careful some of the broths are spicy but doesn't say so make sure you ask. Meat quality is greattttt. A lot of veggies and soup options are great, try the unique ones. I heard fish maw chicken broth is the best. Their spicy level is spicyyyy, not American style so aim low can always go up not backwards. My friend ordered and messed up we were stung but the owner Kenny was so nice said they usually don't replace broths but they knew it's our first time and we were dying and that service made the experience that much better cuz it showed they cared. Honestly, ask for recs and it'll be worth it. Also the food platter is good for pics, but i recommend ordering meat one by one so you can try more. Beef tongue was good, premium angus was good. I wanna try all the other meats. My friend ordered the grand beef platter it's one type of beef, it's good but there's better options. My friend ordered tom yum we died from spice. He also orders spicy mala he was dying pretending he was fine. We had to switch to pork bone. I would do pork bone, tomato, and fish maw/chicken. Great service great food, just do order spicy stuff and it ruins your taste buds. Thanks Kenny. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - The grand beef platter with pork bone broth and spicy mala - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

My husband and I had such a great experience at Liuyishou Hotpot! We tried the fresh beef and lamb, a beautiful seafood platter with baby squid, abalone, mussels, and shrimp, plus handmade meatballs, noodles, mushrooms, fried rice, and BBQ skewers. Everything was fresh, tender, and full of flavor. The food came out very quickly, the service was friendly and attentive, and the prices were very reasonable. We both really enjoyed it and definitely recommend this place read more

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The regular broth was great but the slices of beef however are cut to a point where it is extremely difficult to pick it up and put it in the pot. The service was good although they gave us all our order at once and our dessert came 20 minutes into our meal. It's a nice seating area and the trays are helpful on the side to put the extra meats. Sauce bar had alot of fruit. read more

We got the fish maw and chicken soup, the chicken and pork stomach soup, and the pork broth with herbs. The fish maw soup was our favorite of the three. The pork stomach soup was a bit watery and lacking flavor, but I did like that it contained plenty of pork stomach. I was glad they offered spinach, but the bamboo shoots seemed too old and were quite fibrous. I also wish they had more seafood options available. The pot took forever to boil, like 30 minutes in. Even though Hai Di Lao is more expensive, I prefer it over this place. read more

This hot pot place exceeded my expectations! What blew me away more was their amazing lunch deal! They have hot pot combos for one that are under $20! You get your own personalized pot, a plate of meat, a 9 compartment box of veggies and other sides for the hot pot, along with a bowl of rice. It's the perfect amount, especially at lunch time.  We came for dinner, but couldn't help to share that information because that's too good of a deal. We HAD to order the "ring of meat" only because it looked cool for a photo, but it turned out to be a good choice. It was actually half beef and half lamb, which was plentiful on its own. Quality here is great and I loved their DIY sauce bar which also offered small appetizers and fruit. If you love hot pot, definitely add this to your bookmarks. What we ordered: * Liu's Beef & Lamb Platter (the "ring of meat") * Seafood Platter * Hand-made Noodles read more

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I love this place so much. It was raining like crazy the day I last visited, which is my 3rd or 4th visit. I have also been to the Cupertino location 4-5 times as well. But yeah, rainy day = perfect hot pot weather. I was with some hot pot novices so I couldn't get the typical assortment. We had a split of 1/2 herbal mushrooms broth and 1/2 super spicy oily traditional broth. Before starting I of course made my dipping sauce, which was sesame paste, sesame oil, garlic, cilantro, a lot of vinegar, and a small amount of oyster sauce. We ordered the giant circular mix of beef and lamb, which was generous and delicious. Additionally we got multiple of orders of enoki mushrooms (my favorite), oyster mushrooms (also delicious), the tofu dumplings that look like little bags (yummy), and the tripe in green oil (great texture). I didn't try the mushroom broth but it looked fine. The spicy broth was fantastic, it could have been a little more spicy but it had a great flavor, plenty of Sichuan peppercorns, and made everything I cooked delicious. All the food and drinks came fast even though it was pretty busy for a lunch. The interior was also very clean, even the sauce bar was sparkling. The total was ~$140 for 3 people to get absolutely stuffed. This isn't cheap, but to eat high quality food in San Mateo I think it's fine. There's a parking garage nearby and street parking if you can find it. If you're in San Mateo and you want legit hot pot this place is a great choice. read more

The lunch special doesnt come with broth and veggies. So literally youre just eating raw meat. the service is bad, waited half an hr and no food came. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

Great place for hotpot! Came here on a weekend and really enjoyed it! I got the coconut chicken and pork soup combo and it was amazing. The coconut chicken is a MUST try - it's a unique flavor that I don't see too often. They also use fresh coconut and bring it to your table. Portion size is also perfect! We got 3 meats and it was a good amount. The sauce bar is a bit pricey, but there's lots of options including side dishes and fruits. Service was decent and we were seated pretty fast. It's mostly self service since all the ordering is done through an iPad. Inside is very nice and well decorated. I'd definitely come back here again! read more

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Downtown San Mateo has hot pot places like 7-Elevens, one on every corner. With so many options, it was hard to choose but I'm not sure if I'm glad I went with Liuyishou. Especially with AYCE options abound. We tried the pork bone broth, which was pretty plain tasting and standard for hot pot. But the "medium" house special was just way too spicy for anyone to enjoy. It had a whole 0.5 inch layer of what I assume is leaf lard which only heightens the intensity of the Szechuan peppercorns. After scooping that oil layer out, the broth was much more palatable but the oiliness was just not for me. "Medium" spice was face numbing, lip plumping spicy - definitely not for the faint of heart. The sauce bar was also an extra cost that you can't opt out of. You would think paying for each item individually would mean it would be much better quality. But, it wasn't. The only real difference is I felt service was very quick compared to AYCE places. We ended up with a $170 (before tax and tip) tab for four people. Ultimately, I don't think the meat quality or broth is worth it when you could do AYCE for less and eat to your hearts content. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Meat Ring, pork bine broth, and house special ("Medium") - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

This place is not all you can eat but they do have an unlimited sauce bar! The sauce bar has some unique sauces like green peppercorn and cumin powder which I love to eat with protein! We got the regular bone broth which was nice and light but was perfect since we wanted the sauce. We of course went for the ring of meat which fed 4 of us fine along with fish, noodles, and a veggie set. Everything was pretty fresh but the noodles were extremely good as it was fresh made and perfectly chewy. Overall a good hot pot experience! read more

Such a fun hot pot place. You're charged for using the sauce bar, but it's understandable because you can really just get your fill there. So many sauce options, and even when I combined everything possible, the sauce was still incredibly delicious. I gorged on the endless edamame and sesame balls. We ordered a variety of vegetables and the beef and lamb mix, and that was a good amount of food for 3 people. Honestly was happy just eating vegetables. Ordered on the ipad and everything came out swiftly. Just have to be careful walking around, there were a lot of wires under rugs which were potential tripping hazards. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

San Mateo downtown food scene has been evolving. At the time of this writing, there are two hot pot places and 2 make your own soup (tang) places. First time trying this hot pot place. If you're into your meats and seafood definitely more options then happylamb. However the broth flavor here is a fairly plain base that I imagine improves overtime as you add more to the mix. It never quite got to the level of happy lamb broth in terms of flavor, even by the end of our meal. We found ourselves dipping the meats and vegetables in into our custom-made dips from the sauce bar, rather than the meat having some flavor infused through the broth. It's notable that the pictures seem to show a mound of meat to suggest you get a larger quantity, but a lot of the meat slices are thin and topped on a mountain of ice. Not as a criticism, but more to set your expectations that you may be having less meat than what the photos initially would appear to have you believe.. We get more for our money from our visit to happy lamb. It was nice to try, but will be sticking with happy lamb for our hot pot craving read more

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We had such a great time at Liu Yi Shou Hotpot in San Jose! Everything was fresh and tasty. The beef and lamb platter is so worth it. We ordered two of those + a few meat balls and vegetables for a party of 6. The meat quality was amazing. Cozy atmosphere, clean tables, and great value. Totally recommend this spot if you love authentic hotpot! read more

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First time here. Was really excited to try this place. Food was good. Be careful coming here. I came here thinking from the ads & the sign outside the restaurant saying. " 23.99 for ayce both hot pot & skewers " !!!!! When I ordered was trying to figure out what was extra so I didn't have to pay for the extras. I was told to select my soup bases not aware you have to " pay " for your soup bases. I was never told when I ordered that I was supposed to pay extra for soup base. When I talk to an employee I was told you pay 23.99 for only soup meat & skewers!!!! Soup base is extra and you have to pay for that lmao. What ???? I never been to a hot pot place where you pay for the soup base as an extra. Anywhere else it's a flat rate. How are customers supposed to cook the meat for the soup w out the soup base. And was never told the sauce bar is extra as well lmao. Straight up trickery!!! Plz be careful coming here. First and only time coming here It won't let me reply so I'm commenting on here. Stanley. That response you gave basically undermines my character & intelligence. One , your manager did not mention that sauce bar & soup base were extra. When I asked about the receipt then your manager wants to act like he explained to me that it was extra. The only thing that was explained is pick your soup and which meats you want ( there's a few reviews saying the exact same thing !!!!! ) Two, the way you're making it seem like I'm coming on here to talk negative about your business or that I'm just bsing. This is my FIRST EVER REVIEW !!! I'm just warning people what to expect if they decide to dine at your establishment . The sauce bar was waived & 10% was added because I complained about the trickery. And lastly Stanley like I stated in the first part. On your ads & signs outside it says 23.99 for ayce hot pot & skewers. Not one time was it mentioned broth was extra. Which is still crazy to me read more

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Not woth it at all !! For me its a scam ! Hotpot combo with just 1 plate meat $19 . Charge extra for sauce $3.50 for me never go back to that shop again !! read more

3.5/5 Overall a very clean atmosphere and quick service. I was glad for the high ceilings since it provided good ventilation. The music was a little loud. While I do enjoy early 2010's dance music, it is usually not my first pick for hot pot music XD. I think my food rating is a little more based on personal preference. We usually go to Happy Lamb, and I couldn't stop comparing the soup bases. The soup bases here were just not quite as flavorful, and I relied on the sauces more for seasoning. We ordered the wagyu and lamb with the veggie platter, shrimp, and house noodles. Food was fresh and high quality, but it was tough for us since we didn't like the soup bases very much. The sauce bar otherwise was well stocked, and it was refreshing to have some fruit after the meal. read more

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Hotpot is one of my all time favorite foods and this spot definitely hits the cravings. The value is there and it is nice that you can simply order through a tablet, which makes the service obsolete. The tables have stoves that are evenly spaced which makes it convenient for a party of 6 to share a single pot. The sauce/snack bar is definitely not one of the best. However, they have a good variety of sauces that enables people to make custom sauces to his or her own liking. Ultimately, I wish there were more noodle selections, but their overall choices of protein and veggies is decent: not super high quality but value. Their broths are definitely delicious which overshadows the quality of ingredients: one of the best in the bay area for tomato soup and a simple pork bone broth. The tomato soup is creamy and umami making the ingredients dipped in my custom hotpot sauce heavenly. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California

My kids love eating hot pot. We usually go to Sea Pot or Happy Lamb, but decided to try Liuyishou Hot Pot since we've walked by it plenty of times. There was a bit of a wait, but not too long. We probably waited about 20 min. They do provide a few snacks while you wait, which is a nice touch. The snack bar offered sauces to personalize, as well as a few appetizers (i.e. cucumber salad and wood ear mushroom salad) and fruit. My eldest really enjoyed the Signature fruit tea. They kept raving about it and I regretted not ordering one myself! We opted for a two-flavor soup base of Liu's Classic Spicy Soup base and Chicken Soup with Fish Maw, as a fellow Yelper recommended. We ordered a bunch of things to share, including the beef and lamb platter (which is beautifully presented on a board that encircles the hot pot), beef tongue, shrimp paste, vegetable platter, an assortment of noodles (house made, Asian sweet potato, green bean noodles and fat potato noodles), and the deep fried buns. Because this place is not AYCE, the quality of the food was very good albeit pricier. This just made me realize that we spent nearly $25 just on noodles alone! This place reminds me a lot like Haidilao. Liuyishou also offers cooked dishes, like fried rice and skewers, which we did not partake in. We ordered a la carte, but they do offer a combo meal, which includes hot pot, skewers, fried rice and dessert for a set price. The service here is also pretty good. They initially served us barley tea that I didn't particularly enjoy and when I complained, they swapped out our teapot for some green tea instead. It wasn't a problem at all. Dishes came rather quickly too, despite the restaurant being full. We'll have to come back next time to try the combo meal with a pitcher of the fruit tea! read more

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This place is known for its Chongqing style hotpot flavors. We went there with a small group on a weekday evening and it was already crowded inside. We went for some milder broth alternatives - tomato and pork bone with herbs, balancing the beef slices with veggie options like bean curd rolls, fish roe, mushrooms etc. it was a comfortable hotpot place with delicious dishes. The nearby street parking in downtown San Mateo was a bit hard to find though. read more

I've been to both the location in San Jose and this one and they're both superb in all aspects. The broths are super flavorful like usual and top of all hot pot places. The fruit tea was less sweet at this spot tho. Meat quality is high like usual and the interior is very nice and modern. Service was good too and staff were quick. Liuyishou also has slightly better food for a lesser cost compared to haidilao IMO. It does get very packed here though and we had to wait 20 mins. read more

Liuyishou Hot Pot - Classic meat ring here - Hot Pot Near Me - San Mateo, California