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    4.4 (670 reviews)

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    Coconut chicken soup base and white pepper pork broth
    Michelle T.

    This is now my favorite Chinese hot pot lunch special place. For just under $30, it includes a soup base and a limited selection of food. The fatty beef is still good quality. There's still a selection of hot appetizer and dessert soup. Good thing is that it comes with soup and you can always add a third broth for $2.99. The golden chicken broth has always been my favorite and must gets. Overall a great lunch spot for a weekday.

    Alexander H.

    With so many hot pot locations in Flushing, this AYCE location is still one of my favorites that I have been to. It looked like this place only does 1 large pot per table compared to individual pots. You can split the broth up to 3 types. We got the 2-broth split pot with "Liu House Special Soup Base" and "Tomato Soup Base", both were above my expectation in flavor. They have a sauce station that you make yourself and prepped food that is ready to eat such as edamame and seaweed salad. Also, a drink station with water, orange juice, passion fruit juice and iced tea. Everything is ordered on the tablet that is at the table and the staff there are very observing since every time we have an empty plate/dish they would come back and remove it from our table. It came out to $53 per person with tax and tip for an AYCE location that serves higher than average ingredients. Overall I would come back again since I enjoyed it a lot and it is well maintained. Visited 4/25/25 Food- 10/10 Cleanliness- 10/10 Staff- 10/10

    Tom Yum Soup/Spucy Lamb Spine base
    Anna L.

    4.5 stars Nice all you can eat hotpot place with decent prices and good options. It's about $35 per person on the weekend plus the soup base price (about $16). It includes a small appetizers bar, sauce bar, some fruits, and free drinks (iced tea and juices). The passion fruit juice was really good. We had the split pot with tom yum soup and spicy lamb spine. Both are a bit spicy. The tom yum is sour. I prefer the lamb spine. They have a variety of options from meats to seafood to veggies and noodles. There are some that are a la carte. Ordering was easy since it was from a tablet and they were pretty quick.

    Gordon Y.

    Cuisine: 7 Service: 7 Decor: 6 Value: 9 Overall: 8 This AYCE hot pot franchise has been consistently good over the years. I have been here many times and generally happy with the food and service. Obviously, the quality may not match Haidilao or Chongqing Lao Zhao, but the price is nearly half for as much as you can eat. If your preference is not fresh seafood or high end quality meats, then you really can't go wrong with this veteran hot pot restaurant. You see many hot pot restaurants in Flushing come and go, but this place still stays busy on most nights. As for hot pot broths, I have tried nearly everything. My favorites include their signature spicy, the golden chicken w/ fish maw, the sour duck & radish, and the peppery chicken w/ pig stomach soup bases. Spicy lamb spine and mushroom broths are good too. For must order items, get the lamb slices, six second tofu rolls, napa cabbage, bok choy, shrimp paste, basa fish slices, tofu skin sheets, shiitake mushrooms, quail eggs, and SPAM (yeah, trust me). Btw, don't fill up on appetizers, but their marinated pig ears are surprisingly good. Then, after your hot pot meal, come back to the same counter and get some fruits and desserts, or ask the waiter for some Hersey's ice cream cup. Honestly, it's not the best hot pot in Flushing, but for less than $50 after taxes and tip, this is quite a good deal.

    Victor H.

    Delicious Hot Pot restaurant in Flushing! They have an assortment of appetizers including some cold dishes, warm apps and drinks. We got the 3 soup base combination with Golden Chicken, Tomato and Pork Bone. My favorite was the Golden Chicken base which was nice and thick and perfectly flavored. I haven't tried anything like it before. I didn't even have to use my wife's tasty blend of dipping sauces. Just keep in mind that the AYCE price does not include the soup base, which can range from $12-18. The variety of meats, seafood, mushrooms, veggies, tofus and noodles, etc were great as well. The meat was nice and fresh, and my favorite was the beef and lamb slices. They also have ice cream which is great to finish the meal. The only downside is that the service is quite lackluster. The main waiter was crabby and not very nice, but the other waiter helping him out was better. Price is a bit expensive, but you get a lot for your money. Parking is available across the street in a lot, but it is costly.

    Ken W.

    Expeditious delivery once items were ordered to the table. The seafood and beef selections were good, with the shrimp, mussels, and crabs being sizable. The pig brain was unusual but not terrible. The pre-cooked items were tasty, including the pig ear, but perhaps could've offered more variety of items.

    Lana T.

    My new fav hot pot in town. I love how they have my fav AYCE side dishes (crawfishes and brown sugar jelly).

    Charlotte J.

    The best Chinese MaLa buffet in Queens! I've been here multiple times over the years, and every time I'm in NYC, I make sure to stop by. Every item is unique and packed with flavor! The last time I went during happy hour, it was only $30 per person--and that included not just meat and hot pot ingredients, but also appetizers and ice cream! I'm obsessed with the sesame balls they were amazing! And the Sichuan MaLa soup is a definite must-try. Highly recommend this spot!

    Christie S.

    Boyfriend and I decided to try a new hotpot place so we came here to give it a try. We went on a Saturday night around 8:30. We waited for around 10min and got seated. This place is AYCE but the price didn't include the broth. We ordered the spicy beef tallow and Tom yum broth. The Tom yum broth was really good and it almost tasted like it was from a Thai restaurant! I normally don't drink broth from hotpot places from I couldn't help and drank some of it. There were a lot of varieties for meat and veggies and they were all fresh. They had some premium items such as beef tongue and shrimp paste but they were only okay. The beef tongue's texture and color were a bit odd. It was brown and looked like it was cooked. I cooked it in the broth regardless since I wasn't sure and the texture tasted like it was braised. The shrimp paste also didn't have that nice chew to it. Overall experience was decent. Service was fast but I feel like the servers had trouble understanding us sometimes. AYCE was $32 per person and broth was another $18, which is not too bad for AYCE. The portion that they gave was slightly too big in my opinion for all you can eat. We only ordered one round and that was more than enough food. I wish they would make it a little smaller so we could still try different things with only two people.

    Andrew T.

    The depth and breadth of the menu is wide. Just for tripe selections alone, the menu offers five potential options to choose from. Meat options are galore. The original spicy soup base with premium beef oil is a fiery concoction infused with Sichuan peppercorns, dried chilis, and a symphony of secret spices. This broth is not for the faint of heart with casual spice sensitivities. Spicy, but still flavorful and deep. The meal is an exercise in creativity and exploration. The AYCE price point is great, given the quality and array of food available. The dessert array, including fruit jelly and ice creams, are a welcomed accompaniment to the spicy main event. My only complaint is the area is notoriously difficult for parking.

    Shengyu G.

    Be minded they charge extra for the broth per table (around $20 and up depends on the broth you choose). The AYCE price in holiday and weekend is $31.99 per person plus the broth price. The place is clean and classy. Everything is ordered on a pad. There are a lots of varieties included in AYCE and some items labeled with extra price. The food came fresh pretty accurate (some hot pot place usually skip some items). I highly recommend the golden chicken broth. It tastes so delicious. I can eat the food boiled in the broth without dipping in any other sauces. They also offer some appetizers like fries, spring rolls, fried shrimps etc. and cold dishes like chicken with chili sauce, crawfish etc. Also, feel free to get water, ice tea, plum drink, some fruits. The waiters and waitress are pretty nice. They pick up empty and dirty plates pretty quick.

    Sofyan S.

    Food (5/5): AYCE hotpot with solid options. Came with a large group after a hike and we each had our individual hot pot bowls. I got the Tom Yum broth which had a nice savory and sweet and sour flavor alongside some seafood in it. We ordered a bunch meats with my favorites being the Angus beef, fatty beef and lamb. Also enjoyed the variety of mushrooms, tofu, ramen, and meatball variety. The appetizers like condensed milk buns, egg rolls, and crispy pork also were good. The sauces had less selection than other places I've seen especially in the chili department but everything else was great. Service (5/5): We got seated at a nice private dining area with lots of space. The server checked up on us frequently and helped clear tables. They also made the ordering process simple and food came out fast. Only improvement would be that near the end they checked up on us less. Also, I asked for a small amount of ramen noodles and got too much. Ambiance (3/5): It's overall a nice place but could be a bit cleaner and modern compared to other hotpot places. While the private dining room with separate pots were nice, the heat controls of the pots kept falling out. With some fixes and cleaning, this could be a really amazing looking place.

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    Ask the Community - Liuyishou Hotpot

    Is outdoor seating available? (7/24/24)

    No, I think is so bad.

    Is there a price for kids?

    There is a special price if you are under a certain height limit! They don't go by age, but by height

    Are there any promo for beer currently? We are planning on stopping by next Tuesday

    Are there blue crabs?

    Didn't see blue crabs but they have snow crab legs

    Is there any gluten free broths?

    Our broth is made of many ingredients, it will be hard to tell. But I am sure we have flour inside.

    Do you have anything for birthdays?

    Hello, we do have some special and feel free to call us for more information.

    Do they still have the golden chicken soup base?

    It's still on the menu. Check the menu photos on yelp and you can find from bottom left picture.

    Does this place do anything special for birthdays?

    We do have special offer for birthday girl or boy, feel free to call us for more information.

    Can the hotpot be divided into 3? Or do people have to get their individual pot?

    The hot pot can be divided into 2 or 3.

    Can I get a hotpot as a solo diner for one?

    Yep!

    I heard that the pot itself they charge you $10, are they for real?

    yes Soup base is starting from $6-10

    Where can I find the pricing?

    Our buffet price is $30/ per

    Which broth would you recommend?

    I don't have a vaccination card, can I eat in the hall?

    Yes!

    Do they still charge extra for the broth for the all you can eat?

    Soup base is separate charge.

    Is it all you can eat even on weekends?

    Yes just called today and on weekends they do AYCE.

    Do they take reservations for large parties?

    Is this place all you can eat?

    Not all you can eat. You pay per item :(

    I've never been to a hotpot place &' i have been wanting to go but I'm not sure how the whole payment works out?

    It’s order to eat. So we charge what you order, and we have lots of combo options, which is the great choice for you first coming.

    Does this location also do dry pot?

    No it does not

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    Man, talk about AYCE seafood! It felt like walking through a Chinese supermarket with all the…read moreoptions you could pick from, including live lobsters, crabs, conch, oysters, snails, etc. They also have cooked seafood, but you definitely had to be quick. Those trays of freshly cooked cheese lobsters were gone in minutes! There was also peking duck, sushi, grilled fish, dessert, so a bunch of options for everyone. Service was pretty good, they came frequently to clean our plates and bring fresh ones. For 4 people, it came out to around $300 after tip on a Friday night. I know weekend pricing is a bit more. Definitely a place to check out if you're a big seafood fan!

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    I haven't been here for about three years now and so much has changed, and not for the better. We…read morecame around 6:30pm as a party of four (3 adults and 1 infant) on a Friday and were quickly seated, which was different in years past where we had to wait. Pricing has increased since the last time we were here which is understandable with the increase in cost. They do not validate parking anymore. Waitress had greeted us and asked for the soups right away since we had been here before. We had requested if we can get a pot of plain water for the baby so that we can boil stuff without any sodium. She said sorry that will have to cost extra. But then I referred back to their ad that children under 3 eats free. And the whole explanation was yes but they could not have their own pot. She says this is just company policy and that it's not my decision. A few minutes later she came back and said I talked to management and they said it was ok for you to have a pot of plain water. After this, she doesn't come back to check in on us or ask for any refills on the soup and had to flag her down. Plates were slow to be cleared. Food - in the past we loved the fresh noodles here, but not anymore. Maybe it's due to less people, but the noodles are old and stay clumped up together. Everything else was pretty typical with the vegetables and the various types of fish balls. I don't think we will be returning here anytime soon. There are so many hot pot places to go to that are higher quality and better service. It's sad because they were once so popular, but I don't think they have adapted to the changing restaurant options in flushing.

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    Good value if you have the membership. You save on pricing and can earn points with each meal,…read moreredeemable for rewards like a free drink or specialty dish. If you get the membership (currently $28/year), it pays off after 2 visits and you get 3000 points (worth a free meal) on your birthday. I got the Gold menu (the middle option), which was enough variety for me. Honestly after a few plates of meat, they all start to taste the same so it doesn't matter what cut of wagyu you're eating. There is a buffet of vegetables and side dishes that you can help yourself to, along with a soda machine and a watered-down tea machine. Nothing too impressive here. Overall, worth visiting if you have the membership and you really know your different cuts of wagyu. Otherwise, if you just want AYCE hot pot, there are plenty of other places in Flushing.

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    $$

    East Buffet is a traditional Cantonese restaurant that focuses on dim sum, seafood, and classic…read morebanquet-style dishes. We walked into a large, old-school Chinese dining space with a spacious layout that makes it suitable for groups and family meals. The dining room has that familiar bustling energy of a traditional dim sum hall, with carts circulating through the aisles and tables filled with families and groups sharing multiple dishes across the table. The atmosphere is loud and lively, which fits the style of the food and the interactive nature of the cart service. The biggest appeal is the variety of food available. The dim sum selection covers many classic favorites, including dumplings, steamed dishes, pastries, and barbecue items. The roast meats, including roast duck and roast pork, were some of the highlights, with the duck having a crisp skin and tender meat that held up well against the hoisin sauce. The seafood options added another level to the menu, with shrimp dumplings and other seafood-based dim sum items offering a clean, fresh contrast to the richer roast meats. Prices are also a strong point, especially for dim sum, making it a good option for a larger meal without spending too much. The food quality can vary depending on what you order. We found some dishes enjoyable and well executed, while others felt less consistent. The best experience comes from sticking with the classic dim sum staples and popular Cantonese dishes rather than trying random items from the menu. The restaurant works better when dining with a group, as it allows you to order and share a wider range of dishes, and the portions are generous enough to accommodate a shared meal. Service is more functional than attentive, which is common in busy dim sum restaurants. The staff moved through the dining room efficiently, clearing plates and refilling tea, but the pace of the meal is driven more by the cart service than by table-side attention. The large dining room can get loud and crowded, especially during peak hours, but that also contributes to the traditional Cantonese restaurant atmosphere. The cart system can make the meal feel more interactive, although it may require some patience during busy periods when carts are moving quickly through the aisles. East Buffet is a solid choice for traditional dim sum and Cantonese food, especially for groups looking for variety and value. It may not deliver the most polished dining experience, but the combination of classic dishes, seafood options, and affordable pricing makes it a worthwhile stop when you are craving a traditional dim sum meal. The energy of the room and the variety of the carts create a dining experience that feels authentic and communal, even if the quality of individual dishes can vary across visits.

    I've been to East Buffet in Flushing a few times for weddings. They really know how to host large…read moreauthentic celebrations. There's always a huge variety of food being served and every wedding feels lively and unique. There's always something entertaining happening throughout the event, which makes the atmosphere feel fun and memorable. The venue does a good job accommodating big parties, and the traditional wedding experience. One area that could definitely use improvement, though is the restroom maintenance. The ladies room floor was very wet during the event and they ran out of toilet paper which wasn't ideal for guests. Overall, if you're attending or planning a large wedding celebration, this venue offers a festive atmosphere, plenty of food and a lively experience.

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    East Buffet & Restaurant - Dining area

    Dining area

    East Buffet & Restaurant - Much better the last few times that we have come here.  Better spacing on the tables and they have done some minor modifications

    Much better the last few times that we have come here. Better spacing on the tables and they have done some minor modifications

    East Buffet & Restaurant - Assorted orders

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    Assorted orders

    Umi Sushi & Seafood Buffet - More sushi

    Umi Sushi & Seafood Buffet

    3.0(167 reviews)
    4.9 miQueens Village
    $$$

    WOW HOLY COW! This establishments has seen NEW management for decades when originally they had…read moreexceptional cuisine with a strict FUJIAN FAMILY dynamic caring host & Asian helpers that possess Team Spirit for their Province! Imagine this Foodie Joint had prestige of heritage preparation that held big regrouping of plentiful Asian Family weekend eating rituals of authentic Cantonese Cooking with Fujian twists gifting SEAFOOD variations! However, nowadays with Popular UMI blowouts which I am still a FAN, this restaurant interior space Fen Shui configuration has too many challenges as Team Work Sharing is quite likable yet fainting in SYNERGY RECIPROCITY cooperation since grand opening each when individuals inputs are fragmented by Lazy & Energetic beings enjoying employment! Food Quality and Variety as well as this once delectable TASTY organic Chinese Cuisine is missing items cherished before as more Asians ATE here often? Don't really know the major roulette attitudinal work feelings, mannerism, ethics culture, and whom are lastest CHEFS, superior Ordering the wannabe FINEST FRESH reliable vendors with storage guarantees to replenish diverse Seafoods that UMI is known for in other venues sparked by jolts of vibrant egos willing to bring food fetish satisfaction to entire family, couples, and single endeavors of eatery critiques! Being accustomed to many types of Chinese province competition from Fujian, Shanghai, Chongqing, Xinjiang, Hunan brings true variation as the customary clientele is spoiled by favorite steady positive best MENU OPTIONS filling fanatic Pot-Belly Eaters loving many FISHES & DISHES, Crabs & Lobsters, Shellfish Clams & Mussels, etc.

    UMI brings customers because their prices include the drinks and hotpot, HOWEVER, this is our…read moresecond location and we are unhappy... WHY?? 1. They serve on paper plates 2. There isn't any boba with pearls or milk tea, only drinks that taste like syrup and water 3. Only soda is an option not even water 4. No hibachi/chef at this location 5. No hot pot utensils (scissors to cut meat and veggie) 6. Bathrooms are nasty and stinky 7. No ambient sounds/music But overall, the service was better than the food. White Pl

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    Umi Sushi & Seafood Buffet - Inside of the restaurant

    Inside of the restaurant

    Umi Sushi & Seafood Buffet - Shrimp with eggs!

    Shrimp with eggs!

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    Mizumi - 14" Sushi Platter & 2 Build Your Own Classic Bentos

    Mizumi

    3.3(1.5k reviews)
    4.1 miDouglaston
    $$$

    I remember I first came to Mizumi my first time over 10 years ago, but my last visit was 2 years…read moreago. Coming back this time, I still enjoy it! But I do recommend coming earlier, otherwise they have a lot less food later at night. I really like their wide variety of buffet and they have quite a bit of sushi options. If you don't like sushi, they also have a pretty extensive cooked food as well as desserts as well!

    Finally revisited Mizumi on Northern Blvd after many years, hoping to satisfy our sushi cravings…read more Instead, about an hour later, I was satisfying my bathroom's occupancy requirements... Let me backtrack. My wife and I arrived exactly at 12:06 PM on a weekday. The staff greeted us warmly, the place was clean and organized just like I remembered, and yes, they have high chairs for the little ones. Unfortunately, the food was a different story. Usually with AYCE, there's at least one or two dishes that make you think, "Yep, I'm going back for this." Here, nothing really stood out as delicious. They have some interesting creations, including sushi made with pesto rice, and many rolls have a Western-fusion twist. Creative? Definitely. Delicious? Not quite there for me. The hot food was okay, although some of the fried items were aggressively salty. I thought, "Let me cleanse my palate with some warm miso soup." NOPE. That was salty too. The bulgogi and kalbi were also noticeably on the sweeter side. The Korean-style wings had soggy skin. Then came the raw oyster. It did not taste fresh at all. I took half a bite, swallowed some, and immediately knew something was wrong. I had to spit out the rest. The unfreshness hit me faster than a New Yorker rushing for the subway. I spent the next hour praying I wouldn't get KO'd in the bathroom. Unfortunately, prayer was not answered. And this was my first meal of the day, so I'm pretty confident it wasn't anything else I ate beforehand. We tried to end lunch on a sweet note with the strawberry ice cream. Sadly, it tasted very artificial. At this point, I was just looking for something, ANYTHING, to redeem the meal. And the winner of the day was... The GREEN TEA in a tea bag. Seriously. That was the thing I genuinely enjoyed the most. I really wanted to love this revisit, but between the underwhelming food and the oyster experience that sent me on an unexpected bathroom adventure, I'm giving Mizumi 2 stars. Maybe it was just an off day, but I'm not sure my stomach is brave enough for a sequel.

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    Mizumi - Al Bap

    Al Bap

    Mizumi - Dessert sushi

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    Boon Dee Moo Ka Ta - Grilling Seafood... boiling shrimp, noodles, mushrooms,  tofu, and greens/carrots

    Boon Dee Moo Ka Ta

    4.3(230 reviews)
    3.0 miHillcrest, Flushing
    $$$

    I absolutely fell in love with this restaurant! I only wish we had one closer to where we live…read morebecause I'd be here all the time. The food was incredibly fresh, everything was clean, and the quality really stood out. The service was amazing. Everyone was so friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome from the moment we walked in. The only downside is the parking, which can be a little challenging. If you come at the right time, though, you can usually find a spot right in front of the restaurant. Other than that, I have nothing but great things to say. If you're ever in Queens or anywhere in New York, I highly recommend stopping by at least once. You won't regret it! We'll definitely be back!

    Ambiance (5/5): The place is very spacious, not smokey. Our seating was clean, ingredient station…read morewas organized/well-labeled, and sauce station was clean. We were the first diners at 12p opening time on Sunday, about 1/3 full by the time we finished. Service (5/5): Staff was friendly welcoming us to the establishment. It is a self yourself set up and order soft drinks at the bar. They came frequently to clear our used dishes and renew our grilling grates. Food (4/5): For the price point of $40, it is all you can eat. There are a wide range of meats of seafood, lamb, pork, chicken, and beef. The beef cuts weren't that great but it was nice to be able to try everything. Not that many pre-marinated (Thai) options. The premade sauces were all on the sweet side. The chicken broth surrounding the grill was a bit plain to taste and did not get very hot (seemed like one temperature setting for both). Veggie options were limited to 10ish items. The hot food area was actually pretty good consisting of fried egg, marinated ground chicken, tom yum, thai chicken wings, etc. For dessert, there was a variety of cake (cheese cake, chocolate, mango, tiramisu), Hersey's ice cream, shaved ice, sliced fruit, and grass jelly. Everything was solid. If there was an option to add-on higher quality meats for a premium, I'd consider that as well. Happy to try this place again.

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    Boon Dee Moo Ka Ta - Our table

    Our table

    Boon Dee Moo Ka Ta - Thai iced tea ($5)

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    Thai iced tea ($5)

    Liuyishou Hotpot - hotpot - Updated September 2026

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