Y Shabu Shabu is a delicious hot pot experience. We had lunch there and service was fast and…read morefriendly. The lunch deal was all you can eat and one serving of all the ingredients was more than enough. The ingredients were fresh, plentiful, and the broth was full of flavor. We are visiting Providence and plan to move up here someday. This will definitely be a regular hot pot spot for us when we do.

I love Y Shabu Shabu as they're a very solid option for all-you-can-eat hot pot in Rhode Island!…read moreYou'll dine in a chill atmosphere with ample seating for parties of all sizes. The quality is above average, something I've had a hard time finding recently with AYCE establishments. Service is great. Our waitress was very attentive and made sure we got all our rounds in, even though we were dining close to closing. I didn't feel rushed out whatsoever and appreciated how the portions are reasonably sized. They don't overcrowd the table and make you more mindful of how much you'll order next. The individual pots are a huge plus for me. Everyone gets their own broth to cook whatever they want within close reach. The DIY sauce bar is only icing on the cake! Shabu will fill you up, especially on a cozy winter night. If you're looking for the best season to try, though I'd argue shabu always hits year round, take this cold RI winter to give this place a go.

LaMei is an amazingly good restaurant in Providence, RI. The food is fresh clean and delicious…read more I went for dinner and got the bone broth with sliced premium beef and marinated tenderloin. Service was really good. My server was great and I had a great evening.

I've been to LaMei previously, but they are offering an AYCE lunch menu for 30.95 (add $10 for VIP…read moreoption) so it sounded like a good option. The thing I've always liked about LaMei is that they always have fresh options. For AYCE the portions are pretty good. I wasn't expecting to get as much as I did for an order, so something to think about when placing orders. Sometimes you might get a couple of lonely mushrooms or 3 green leaves for a serving of Bok Choy. That was not the case here. The fish and meats were fresh and if you opt for the VIP option, there are appetizers included to nibble on while you cook your other stuff. You also get some more premium options and the hand pulled noodles had a nice chew to them. The service was good. They were efficient with cleaning plates as we used them and the food came out quickly. The sauce station has all the staples you'd expect to assemble your sauce. The AYCE option makes things a bit more affordable, but even if you don't use it, the fresh food will make it worthwhile.

Eat Korean BBQ & Shabu Shabu in North Providence absolutely deserves 5 stars. From the moment we…read morewalked in, the vibe was warm and fun - perfect for a date night or a big group. The all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ and shabu shabu setup is super interactive and the quality of the meat and veggies is outstanding. The marinated beef, pork belly, and short rib were all tender and flavorful, and the broths for the hot pot were rich and delicious. Service was awesome - our server checked in constantly, helped us with cooking tips, and kept the table stocked so we never had to wait for anything. You can really tell they care about giving you a good experience. Between the great atmosphere, fresh ingredients, and attentive staff, this has become one of my favorite spots in North Providence. Highly recommend making a reservation and coming hungry - you're going to want to try everything.

Host sat us with no directions. Rice and noodles came at…read morethe end of the meal Had to ask many times for beverages The food came staggered without any instructions or explanation I could've made a $90 meal for $5 with ramen and 2 pieces of chicken Very disappointing

SOTT is easily one of my favorite Korean spots in Providence. I went on a Saturday night without a…read morereservation and was still able to grab seats at the bar. They were pretty busy, but super accommodating and welcoming. The interior is beautiful -- modern but warm -- and they even have a Photo Booth, which makes it such a fun place for a night out. The service was sweet and attentive throughout the night. I ordered the original makgeolli and it was so good -- lightly sweet, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. My friend asked for a cosmo (even though it's not on the menu), and they still made it for her, which we really appreciated. For food, the mala clams were a standout. The sauce was incredible -- the perfect level of spice with that signature numbing kick. Definitely one of my favorite dishes there. For entrées, I got the chicken stew and my friend ordered the galbi. Both were flavorful and comforting, and they came with so many banchan, which made the whole meal feel abundant and complete. So many good dishes on the menu -- I'll absolutely be back.

I had a nice dinner at Sott with my daughter. Since we were in a hurry we asked if the Pepper…read moreJapchae and Chicken Gangjeong would come out within twenty minutes. I enjoyed most but was surprised that they both were more subtlety flavored than I expected. I would like to return to try more of the menu. My daughter really loved the chicken - she thought it was just right. Our server was very considerate and the decor reminded me of being in Korea.

I love love love Chengdu. It is my favorite authentic Chinese/Sichuan spot in Providence. You don't…read morecome here for chicken fingers !! I have never had a bad meal here, and I always try to be adventurous and try something new each time. With that being said, I always get an order of the Chongqing diced chicken. It is one of my fave dishes of all time (be warned, it is SPICY. Not for the faint of heart). The sauteed pig intestine with chili is another fave of mine. The dining area is spacious and cute, and the staff here is always incredibly nice and knowledgeable. Very helpful when there is a lot of dishes you might not be familiar with ! Chengdu is a must try if you are in the Smith Hill area of Providence. In fact , it's worth a trip to Smith Hill all on it's own.

I wanted something different for dinner and this place has been on my list to visit for a while…read more There were plenty of parking spaces to choose from. When we went inside, there was only one other party there and no music, so just whispers and the sounds of utensils against plates. There are about 4-5 booths and 1-2 regular tables to choose from. Since l am not familiar with Sichuan cuisine, I had Al help me choose my dishes. I went with the dumplings in chili sauce, fried rice, eggplant in garlic sauce, and chongquin chicken. While we waited, we were given water. The dishes came out at different times. They first served us the dumplings which were really good. The sauce they were in did have some chili sauce, but it was mostly like a sweet soy sauce and really tasty. It came with about 6 dumplings with a perfectly cooked wrapper and filled with flavorful pork - simple but delicious. Next was the eggplant. I was expecting a heavy garlic presence, but it was more like a sweet and sour sauce. The eggplant was very tender, but really hot so we had to wait to let it cool down a bit. The rice came after. I honestly think this was one of my favorite dishes since it was perfectly cooked, great flavor, and good portion. Lastly, the chicken came out. There was a large pile of chicken, but half of it was peppers. The chicken was cut into little bite sized pieces, each fried perfectly. Some pieces were more tongue numbing than others but it was nothing aggressive; very gentle and comfortable numb. I would have liked if there were music, but the no music was fine too; an escape from chaotic reality. Our total was around $50, which wasn't bad for the amount of food we got. I would come back to try other items.

Met up with friends here and had a lovely shared meal. We opted to order 'family style' and shared…read morea variety of dishes. We started with a pot of tea which was very nice. We asked for waters as well and let the waiter, who was always available, know when we needed a refill. Everything we ordered was tasty, fresh, well prepared and nicely presented. I had expected a bit more spice on some of the dishes, but they were all very mild, so if you are worried about Sichuan spiciness or heat, you can put that worry to rest. Chopsticks only are at the table and although we didn't ask for forks, I suspect they could rustle some up for you if needed. The hot & sour soup is good according to my SO who gets it everywhere (and will let me know if it's a thumbs up or down). The décor is lovely and everything is clean, including the gender neutral restroom. The staff we encountered were all very pleasant and service was excellent. They did a good amount of take out business during our visit. Free on-street parking was easy to find during our week day lunch visit.

Got take out from here…read more First time so tried a few different things. Got 3 cup chicken, general tso chicken, orange chicken, crab Rangoons, lo mein and pork fried rice. Also got an egg drop soup. Food was ready when we got there, service was good All the food was good, General Tso and the 3 cup chicken were stand outs. Could taste all the flavors in the 3 cup, really good. General tso was good but not too spicy. Fried rice was solid. All in all, an excellent meal

I don't get to this Den Den location as often as I want to! It's super casual and delicious. I have…read morebeen really looking forward to trying their soft tofu stew but instead ordered the Japchae noodles. Very good! For the table we had edamame and dumplings too.

It had been a few years since I dined at Den Den and I was happy to return…read more The location on College Hill is really nice. I like the views and the dark interior. I also find the low key service very relaxing; you order at the counter and everyone is very patient. For food I tried the Chicken Karange and the Bibimbap, cooked in a hot stone. I liked the chicken a lot but it could have used some more spices or seasoning. As for the bibimbap it was well prepared (though I am by no means an expert in the dish). I did expect more heat from either the gochujang sauce or the pork, but by the end of the meal my sinuses were telling me that it had been there :). My daughter really enjoyed her tonkatsu.

It's fantastic happened upon this place by accident and I know come once a week, you pick your…read moremeats, fish, noodles and vegetables then you pick soup or stir fry then the fun starts pick the heat 1-4 I've had them all and yes 4 is extremely hot and for me 2 is enjoyable heat. Try this place out kids are gone for the summer and the food is fantastic, you'll thank me

Late night nearly 10pm order. College town late-night dining, amirite?…read more For my build-your-own-bowl, I got: Stirfry, the lowest level is mild spicy Ramen Potato noodles Hot pot thick noodles Seaweed (the kind with noodle-like length and thinness) White fungus Crysanthemum greens Purple cabbage Added shrimp for $2.99 Cilantro and scallions added Complimentary fried rice One bite, and it was spicy! It definitely hit the spot for my spicy noodles craving. It's also super close to the bus station, making it super easy to navigate from here, even on late nights.

I cannot say enough good things about this place! My friends and I had all been to a hot pot…read morerestaurant in different states before, and were looking for a similar experience here in PVD. 12 dumplings and hot pot definitely did not disappoint!! Their menu selection is extensive and well priced! They also give rather large portion sizes, and have an " all you can eat" option starting at just $35 per person! They have a variety of options, including those for meat lovers and vegetarians alike! The addition of sesame balls and shrimp dumplings on the side is also a must, as they offer ( as the name says) various selections of delicious dumplings! In regard to the restaurant ambiance and layout, the Hot Pot section is located on the second floor and offers large tables with the heated pad for the hot pot. They also have a large selection of condiments and add-ons to the hot pot on the side of the restaurant. Lastly the servers were very kind and apologetic even after they gave us a non-fully vegetarian broth ( the mushroom name was misleading) and even offered to give us an entirely new pot. I thought this was very sweet and considerate of them. Overall, the experience at this restaurant was wonderful and we will definitely be back for more.

On Friday, November 15th, Yan's Cuisine reopened as 12 Dumplings. 12 Dumplings offers fresh…read morehandmade dumplings, dim sum, rice dishes, mala stir fry dry pot, and hot pot. On a Friday evening, I went to 12 Dumplings with a group of three. We knew we wanted hot pot so we were instructed to go upstairs. The staff greeted us upstairs and were seated right away. We looked at the different options - AYCE hot pot and hot pot value combo meal. We went with the AYCE hot pot. There are 2 course options - A or B for a 2 hours time limit. Different items are included with each course option. The dipping sauce and fruit bar are included in both course options. The dipping sauce bar had many different options. The fruit bar included oranges and cantaloupe. Also, there was pickled radish and this was a great side. The A COURSE is $35.95/per person. First step is choosing a soup base. We went with half Japanese Style Pork Bone Broth and half Mala Beef Tallow Broth. We ordered all the seafood/ball options - Cuttlefish Ball, Shrimp Ball, Fish Ball, Fish Tofu, and Quail Egg. From the meat options, we ordered Chef Selected Beef, Australian Lamb, and Pork Belly. From the vegetables options, we ordered Napa Cabbage and Baby Bok Choy, From mushroom options, we ordered both the Enoki Mushroom and Black Fungus. From the tofu options, we ordered Fresh Tofu and Fried Tofu. From the noodles options, we ordered Glass Noodle and Ramen. All the items were very fresh and the staff were very attentive. They came by to refill the broth and ask if we wanted to order more. We all had a great time around a giant pot of flavored broth and took turns dipping in raw ingredients at 12 Dumplings. It is perfect on a winter day and we were stuffed. I can't wait to come back to try their dumplings and dim sum.