I liked their AYCE menu and had been wanting to come back, only to find out when we sat down that…read moreAYCE was no longer available. Huge bummer. We arrived around 9 PM and stood at the entrance for 3-5 minutes while multiple staff walked past us without any acknowledgment. Most tables were empty, so it wasn't clear whether we were supposed to seat ourselves. I eventually had to stop someone, who then brushed us off and grabbed someone else instead. After sitting down, I asked about AYCE and was told it was discontinued in October 2025. The waiter mentioned happy hour and said we could get an extra discount with a student ID, but when we showed our U.S. student IDs, they wouldn't accept them. Lame, but whatever. The price is acceptable during happy hour. The seats are uncomfortable, and the kitchen was very loud that night. The floor vibrated on and off throughout our meal. The biggest issue: bugs. They clearly know it's a problem since there's a small fan over the sauce station to keep the bugs away, but it didn't help. We found a dead bug in the sauce we made before dipping our food. There were also bugs flying over our food the entire time (see photos). That alone is unacceptable. Food came out almost instantly after ordering on our phones. Impressively fast. Everything tasted good, but I wouldn't order the spicy broth again. I know that's the style, but even at one-star spice it was extremely oily and overpowering for me. Another ongoing annoyance was staff constantly messing with our stove. On both visits, we ordered multiple broths. The spicy broth boiled aggressively because of all the oil, while the non-spicy broth barely simmered. We didn't like the spicy broth at all and just wanted the non-spicy one hot enough to actually cook food. Every time I turned up the heat, staff immediately turned it back down because the spicy broth was boiling. As a result, the non-spicy broth never properly boiled the entire meal, and our food was likely undercooked. Extremely frustrating. Last time we came, we got complimentary ice cream at the end. This time, we didn't. I assumed they stopped offering it, but based on other recent reviews, they just didn't give us one. I'm not coming back until AYCE is back and the bug problem is actually fixed.

This was a very spacious hot pot restaurant, though I would recommend having a reservation. My…read morefamily of 5 walked in at 5:30pm and got seated right away because we were so early, but the place definitely got crowded as time went on. Ordering was very straightforward. You scan a QR code and order from your phone (there is free wifi). The food was good, just another solid hot pot place. The broth was really spicy so beware! We ended the meal with complimentary black sesame ice cream which was a fun bonus!

get on waitlist popular hot pot that has ayce at 9-11…read morebetter to get the less fatty meats and mix pork with tomato broths kids ayce, so can order the noodles through them

Came here to celebrate a belated birthday with a friend, and it turned out to be such a good…read moreexperience as it was the Birthday girl second time at DolarShop. As part of the celebration, my friend got to do a virtual prize spin, and we ended up winning a complimentary plate of lamb, which was such a fun surprise. The lamb was fresh, tender, and a perfect addition to our meal. We visited on one of the hottest days of June, so walking into the restaurant's cool, air-conditioned dining room was an immediate relief. It made for a really comfortable dining experience. We both ordered the Wagyu Short Plate meal set with a split soup base: creamy pork broth on one side and tomato broth on the other. The wagyu was incredibly buttery and melted in our mouths, and the quality of the lamb was just as impressive. Everything tasted fresh, and the portions were generous. By the end of the meal, we were completely satisfied--and even had enough leftovers for lunch the next day. Great food, a fun birthday surprise, and a comfortable atmosphere made this an easy place to recommend. We'll definitely be back!

Greeted at the door and was told about the new drinks and broths. Away we went to pick our items…read moreand then to the till to pick the broth. Let them know if you want to order rice or add cheese :) sauce bar was kept clean service was quick and staff were friendly. When seated they will quickly provide you with lemon water. Free ice cream at the end of the meal. Great way to end the meal.

Was visiting Vancouver and craving malatang, so we checked out Big Way Hot Pot since it had great…read morereviews! We went on a Friday night and waited about 20 minutes & it was packed. There were tons of ingredients to pick from and no minimum weight required, which I appreciated. They also had a wide range of soup bases; I got the spicy dry mix and it was super tasty. One thing that felt a bit off was the seating system. Even after we made our bowls and paid, all the tables were still full, so we had to wait another 15-20 minutes before sitting down. It would've made more sense if they assigned a table when calling us in, just to avoid the awkward wait with ready food. That said, the staff were really kind and helpful, and the food hit the spot. Plus, they offer free ice cream at the end. Would definitely go back when I'm in town again!

CHOCHO Hot Pot is a solid AYCE shabu shabu option in Burnaby Metrotown. This spot is also a great…read morelate night eats option as they are open every day until 1am. Reservations are highly recommended as they do get packed pretty quickly. Wifey and I pulled with our homies for a late dinner and had a reservation. They have a modern and spacious interior with lots of seating. We came when happy hour started at 9pm, so it was about $39.99 CAD per person. We really enjoyed the broths and the quality of all the meat!

Hotpot on Kingsway near Metrotown. A cheaper and all you can eat version of Dolar Shop. Mid-sized…read morefootprint, with modern looking interior that looks a little bit like the Dolar Shop. Doing good business on a Friday, but we had a reservation. Everyone gets their own stove and hot pot. You order the soup base and meat using the tablet at the table, while seafood, veggies, and noodles are out in a buffet section. There is also some dimsum like custard buns and eggs tart, along with a typical dipping sauce bar. The bone broth soup base and quality of the meat is pretty good. The seafood is not top notch, but decent enough for all you can eat. At the end of the meal, you can get some soft serve ice cream in a cone or cup. I like the ube and vanilla swirl cone. Dinner price is $53 before tax and tip per person. Not cheap, but cheaper than going to Dolar Shop or Haidilao, and you'll definitely leave full.

We've discovered an authentic Chengdu-style hot pot where everything is on skewers -- meat,…read moreveggies, you name it! It was our first time trying Chengdu hotpot 成都火鍋（ (aka Sichuan hotpot 四川火鍋), and we did some homework beforehand. Chengdu hotpot stands out for its aromatic, complex flavours and less oily broth than the Chongqing style. Yuan's Hot Pot 袁记串串香 nailed it! We ordered COMBO A ($83.99), meant for two, but honestly, it feels like a feast for three. What's in COMBO A? ~ 50+ skewers packed with meat and veggies ~ Dual broth: House Special Spicy ~ Soup Base & Pork Bone Soup Base ~ Sweet potato vermicelli ~ 2x House Special Dipping Sauces The spicy broth was bold and flavorful without being overwhelming, and the variety of skewers kept things exciting. Their signature dipping sauce with Yuan's Hot Pot Sesame Oil is a game-changer -- so fragrant and not greasy. Yuan's Hot Pot 袁记串串香 brings the bold, authentic flavours of Chengdu straight to Richmond. We've fallen in love with Chengdu-style hotpot and can't wait to return to try more! Highly recommend! Food: 5/5 Must Try! Service: 5/5 Kids: 4/5 Yay! Price: $50-$60 for two Presentation: 2/3 Parking: 4/5 Finding parking during meal hours is challenging despite a sizable parkade. Tips: * Must-Try Dipping Sauce: Pair their signature Yuan's Hot Pot Sesame Oil (in cute single-serve cans) with the House Special Dipping Sauce. It's flavorful, not greasy, and you can add as much as you like! * Customizable Spice: Their House Special Spicy Soup Base, imported straight from Chengdu, is adjustable! Use as much as you want and take the leftover package home for your next hotpot night. * BOGO Alert: Visit on the 17th of any month for their Buy One, Get One deal--perfect for sharing with friends or family! * Discount Deal: Share a review on Google and score $3.99 off a limited-selected dish. Would I Return: Yes ‍

Yuan's Hot Pot is located in the Aberdeen Mall so plenty of free parking which is always a plus…read more It is clean with high ceilings and pretty good ventilation which is needed as...we are doing hot pot. We went with 1/2 soup base and 1/2 extra spicy. And the extra spicy is definitely spicy...no need to add any dipping sauces with that base. Ordered a variety of proteins and vegetables. I liked that most of the items were on skewers which made getting it out of the base much easier. I did find the beef overly salted. And I really enjoyed the corn on the cob. Service was great and definitely needed a shower and a change of clothes after dinner. They were having a buy one get one free anniversary promotion. You can return and have the same items ordered for free on your next visit. It is a pretty good promotion. It was a positive food experience.

My family loves coming here for lunch. You get a variety of meat, vegetables and sides. You can…read morealso create your own dip, which makes the experience even better. I love the individual pot setup, which allows every diner to get what they want. There's a variety of meat to choose from. You don't need to be an expert to cook your food. Everything comes out great and is rarely overcooked. To avoid overcooking your veggies and meat, just put one serving of the ingredients for each round. Once it boils, you're ready to go!

=== 1. VERDICT/VALUE What?! All you can eat hot pot for…read more$18.99 per person, any day, all-day and kids eat free?? It's not perfect, but it's pretty decent, so sign me up :) === 2. FOOD The cost of entry is pretty low: $18.99 per adult for all-you-can-eat hot pot and it comes with: - As much beef and lamb as you would like. - Choice of clear water or chicken broth for soup. Anything else: other or better quality meats, other broth choices, vegetables, mushrooms, seafood, plum juice, etc, all costs extra. What's neat: - Wide range of selection for food. - Kids eat free (families - rejoice!). - The meat orders are filled quickly (unlike other AYCE places). - DIY sauce bar is decent. - The milk ice cream bar is authentic comes straight from Asia. - Private rooms offer individual burners: everyone gets their own small pot and choice of broth! Is there a downside? The self-serve buffet may seem small by comparison to other restaurants, only serving: - Three types of cake for dessert (mango, chocolate, vanilla/coconut). - Edamame - Peach slices and honeydew chunks. - Peanuts and chilli flakes. - (No hot foods or otherwise.) - It was all good - but you may or may not be wanting more. Oh...the beef slices seem a little on the fatty side compared to every other hot pot restaurant I've ever been to around the world - not a bad thing per se (you're boiling a lot off) but something interesting here - I presume likely to keep the costs down. === 3. SERVICE Wait staff appeared to speak Cantonese and Mandarin with some able to speak a little English (thankfully for me!). All (many brought in different dishes) were quick, efficient, and professional. === 4. ENVIRONMENT It's the typical hot pot restaurant experience - on the cleaner/brighter/more modern side compared to some in Richmond. Despite the busy nature of the place, the ventilation works well - your clothes won't smell completely like hot pot on exit :). Wheelchairs and baby strollers would have no issue here. Parking is literally right outside in the expansive Lansdowne Centre parking lot.

New and improved menu. They've added freshly grilled BBQ beef and chicken seasoned with cumin to…read morethe regular AYCE menu. Very tasty. Service is always good. Sometimes things take a bit longer but all good. The only thing I question is why some of the hot pot items like beef balls and tofu are served at the sauce counter. It opens up to cross contamination. That's said, they do have some good cooked food in warmers, last night was braised beef.

Looks like Thumbs Up has renamed itself Liuyishou. I assume it's the restaurant, as the new logo is…read morealso "thumbs up". Free parking is available in the strip mall lot. Be sure to register your plate. The sauce station is still as epic as before. They now have an AYCE option, which sure beats a la carte. Looks like they have finally learned. Selection is quite excellent. Special mention to their golden chicken broth. This one is seriously delicious. Pork bown broth was pretty good too. No complaints. This place also includes some cold drinks (mango or strawberry) with AYCE, which is nice for washing stuff down. Meats are quite fresh. Seafood was good too. Looks like there's now a viable alternative to Happy Lamb. Friends and I left happy. Recommended.

Richmond has some very good restaurants for hotpot. Garden City Hotpot has been operating for…read morequite some time in Richmond has had earn my excellence reputation. People who hasn't try their dimsum for lunch should give a try. Their lunch dimsum menu has a variety selection and definitely worth a try to many food lovers.

Fresh beef on Thursday or join their group chat for diff time…read more Tried the salty egg congee base Geoduck good