Zhangliang Malatang

3.8 (150 reviews)

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Closed • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Maya R.

Malatang has officially earned a new regular. A friend recommended it to me, and I'm honestly sad I waited so long to try it. When you walk in, you put your name down and wait to be called. Once a table opens up, the staff shows you to your seat and you're ready to build your bowl. You grab a bowl and start filling it with whatever ingredients you're craving -- there are so many options, which makes it fun (and slightly dangerous if you go overboard like I did). They weigh your bowl and you pay by the pound, which I love because you're fully in control of what you're getting. After that, you choose your broth. I went with the tom yum, and it was absolutely delicious -- flavorful, comforting, and perfectly balanced with a little kick. Everything tasted fresh, and the broth really brought all the ingredients together. They also have a sauce bar for dipping, which is a huge plus in my book. Being able to customize your sauces just adds another layer to the whole experience. I'm already dreaming of my next malatang visit! One thing to note: parking in the area can be tough, especially on weekends, so give yourself a little extra time to find a spot.

Sheila R.

My rating is a 4.5. 4 stars alone for the food and cleanliness of the restaurant itself. I love Malatang. It's definitely a great place to eat when it's cold outside, but ngl, I don't mind eating it when it's hot either. I've been here twice, and their broth hasn't disappointed either time. So, that means I will be going back. It's $15.99/lb, and I love guessing how much my bowl will be. I'm always surprised when my bowl weighs less than 2 lbs. Heheh. They do have a smaller selection of items compared to some of the other Malatang spots that I've been to, but everything is fresh, and there is enough of a selection where you don't feel like you're missing out on anything. After you weigh and turn in your bowl, the wait for the food isn't very long. Long enough for a quick chat or a quick scroll on the phone. The bowls always come piping hot and smelling delicious! I haven't tried any other broth than the beef one. The medium, to me, wasn't spicy at all. Such great flavor. Their service is good. All of the employees are friendly. However, they really do expect you to pay a tip. I had my son go up to pay, and he didn't press a tip (because we were paying a cash tip), and the cashier was quite unhappy about it. I get it, the service industry is difficult, and tips matter and are an essential part of some servers' livelihoods. However, the gentleman who came to clear the table was being rather passive-aggressive. I mean, he grabbed the bowl from my brother-in-law, who was still eating, put it back down, after I looked at him, and then took it again, after my BIL told him he could take it. It was a misunderstanding. It did rub me the wrong way, but it won't stop me from going back. However, next time I'll be sure to pay the tip with a card, lol. That issue, along with the bathroom, is why I give it 4.5 stars. The bathrooms could be kept in better shape. It wasn't the worst I've ever seen, but it wasn't clean enough for me to want to relieve my bladder. I just washed my hands and then got out of there. I highly recommend it if you like hot pot, just want to eat, and not do any of the cooking.

Phil L.

A popular college town establishment. The queue system was unclear, as you had to get a ticket, but we were able to seated within 20 minutes. The food was not bad, considering that the beef broth was well flavored. The mild spice did overpower the beef broth. The protein offerings aren't as expansive as MalaTang. My best friend had the tomato broth and it was very watered down. Id come here for a hot pot craving but it's not my top choice.

Kaitlyn L.

I love malatang and I love zhangliang! I first tried this chain in socal, but since the weather's been getting chilly, the craving has come back full force. Malatang is so enjoyable because you physically pick what you want in your bowl and there's an amazing balance of carbs, proteins, and fibers -- And a great selection to choose from! We waited 20 minutes on a Saturday night at around 7:30PM, which wasn't bad at all (or maybe I've gotten used to waiting a lot longer at other places... malatang is popular now!). The process from building your bowl to making your own sauce was so chill, and it took maybe 5 minutes for our food to come out. After that, the bowl was cleared in another 5. Zhangliang is consistent, and consistently satisfying, and that's why I like them. Mild is barely a kick so note that if you want to feel the true mala in your mouth.

Billy L.

I've only had malatang once before and really liked it, so Zhangliang Malatang has been on my list for a while. Finally made it in and overall it was a solid experience. The restaurant is clean and spacious. When you walk in, they seat you first, then you grab a clear bowl and tongs to pick your ingredients. They've got a big selection of meats, veggies, and other add-ins. I went with beef, lamb, spam, beef balls, quail eggs, spinach, and baby corn. After you fill your bowl, you weigh it at the counter, pick your broth, and they give you a number for your table. I chose the tom yum broth. One thing I didn't love is that you can't adjust the spice level. The other malatang spot I tried let you pick your spice for any broth, and I really wanted my tom yum extra spicy. That said, the food still came out delicious. There's also a big sauce bar so you can mix your own dipping sauces, which is fun. They provide a water carafe at the table so you don't have to ask for refills, but I wish they added ice. When you're done, they bring the check to your table. My bowl weighed 1.36 lbs and came out to $22. Honestly a little more than I'd normally want to spend on soup, but thankfully my lunch was comped through work that day. Overall, tasty food and a nice setup. I'd come back, but I wish they gave an option to crank up the spice.

Melody C.

Zhangliang Malatang is delicious! This is one of my favorite spots for a tasty and affordable meal. After getting a table, you get to fill a bowl with as many things as you'd like. They serve everything from fish to frog legs to rice cakes and more. They have a huge variety of meats, sausages, and veggies for you to pick out your perfect bowl. After you fill your bowl with what typically ends up being far too much food, you go to the counter and select your broth and spice level (you can even have it served as a dry noodle too)! Your bowl is charged at the end of your meal based on the weight. They will give you a number and serve your bowl after they quickly cook it behind the scenes! Their sauce bar is also very expansive and always fully stocked. I love that everything is fully customizable! Zhangliang Malatang is an introvert's dream - many people have solo meals here! They are also super accommodating to large groups. The staff is quick with making the bowls and very attentive to any needed water refills. Be sure to ask them for a to-go bowl at the end of your meal because the portions are large! Definitely recommend!

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Helen H.

This is my first experience eating hot pot by the pound! The had a good mix of assorted mushrooms, vegetables, meatballs, tofu and meats. Everything was fresh and orderly. There is a station with sauces and toppings like ground peanuts, chopped celery, cilantro, etc. After grabbing what I want with clean tongs (there is a box to place the used tongs upon weigh in) they weigh it and then cook it in the broth I selected. I chose the bone broth medium spicy. It had a good kick and the broth was not too salty. The fresh noodles were good - almost like having a ramen bowl. Service was quick. They brought out the cooked food pretty quickly. Ambiance was bright and clean with lively music.

Chloe L.

Came at opening time but was surprised to already see a line forming outside. Self serve malatang, choose your own ingredients and pay by weight pre-broth, $10.99 per pound. After weighing your ingredients they serve your completed bowl to you, very convenient. Will say the ingredients choices are a little smaller than others I've seen. Big fan of the bone broth though!

Victor G.

Zhangliang Malatang opened in Kokolo Donburi's vacated space. Infrastructure similar. Sparse decor. Windows has posters outside showing menu options. Offerings (soup base): classic bone, tomato, tom yum, mushroom, spicy dry wok. 14.99/lb. 1# min. Assigned a table when i entered. Went to assemble my bowl of meats, veggies, noodles, etc. weight: 1.1b =14.91. Choose med. For spicy dry wok. English literal translation: "Mala fragrant pot". Kitchen cooked it, arrived at table in less than 10 minutes. Went to sauce station, got peanut sauce, garlic pieces, onions, chili sauce, cilantro, green onions... In my bowl was beef/lamb rolls, shrimps, fish balls, lotus roots, enoki/black mushrooms, tofu skin, lobster/fish balls, "chinese donut", other veggies, no noodles, rice. Chinese donuts, beef/lamb rolls tasted bland. Other items flavorful. Veggies mostly melted. Mala was m.i.a. Got lots of chili pod pieces, no szechwan peppercorns. Spiciness muted. No buzz.. disappointed.",,- Paid at counter when finished. Staff spoke Cantonese & Mandarin. Patrons spoke Mandarin. May try another location for extreme spicy dry pot. Z. Is lots better than Tasty Pot..fresher ingredients.

Seth E.

This is a great place to enjoy some malatang! My friends and I got here around 7pm and we put our name on the waitlist for a party of 3. It took about 15 minutes to get seated as it was very busy at this time. Once you have a seat, you serve yourself by placing food from the options along the wall into your bowl. There's a wide variety of noodles, meats, vegetables, and seafood. Be mindful of how much you grab because the cost of your bowl is dependent on how much it weighs at the end. It's $14.99/lb based on the ingredients in your bowl. Soup base isn't factored into the weight, but you can choose that at the end from a selection of different levels of spice and flavors. You're given a tag that'll act as your order number while you sit down and wait for your food to arrive. There's a sauce bar to the side to prepare your personal sauce mix for the food to come. My bowl was about 2.27lbs and I got the tom yum soup base. It came out to about $34.03. Food took around 10 minutes to arrive. The tom yum is my go-to for soup bases and it was really good! It had a great spice level and was super enjoyable. All the ingredients I put into the bowl tasted good as well. After you're done eating, you pay at the cash register for the table. The restaurant is located in downtown Berkeley, so there are lots of students who frequent the place since it's close to campus. It gets very busy in there, but it's kept clean. Aromas from different soups fill the air, and it's a great time whenever you go here.

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Zoe Y.

6 months ago

Horrible service, we waited an hour and they seated so many people that came after us. We tried to give the waiter our number and he just shooed us away. We ended up leaving and not eating there. They don't follow the number ticket system and just go up to random parties and seat them. read more

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K C.

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1 year ago

Typical choices of meat and veggies. I m not keen on the weight thing, your food weighed before the cook it. Only interaction was with the cashier. He didn't say much either. We went after the lunch hour, less people, lots of seats. Was able to have a decent conversation. read more

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Elena H.

1 year ago

My boyfriend and I have been coming here at least once every two weeks for the past year now. For the most part, the food is pretty good (there have been times when the broth was really watery) and we like that it's budget-friendly given that we're college students. However, the reason I'm writing a review is due to their HORRIBLE service. They confronted my boyfriend very loudly + in front of his family saying that we "never tip", which is untrue. I've taken my entire family and many of my friends here in the past and tipped every time that I've paid. The one time I asked for my food to be remade due to how watery the broth was, I even tipped extra. We've tipped less when we felt that the staff was particularly rude. (I'm Chinese, I'll admit that we're not known for our service. On a regular basis, they're just very direct and try to get you in and out as fast as they can). Zhangliang is a self-serve kind of restaurant with you building your own meal, making your own sauces, and refilling your own water with pitchers. While I understand it's customary to tip in the US, we are not obligated to tip 20% if we are treated rudely! Confronting my boyfriend with lies the one time he brings his family feels like an intentional move to try humiliating him. I'm incredibly disappointed by their service and they have lost a frequent customer. read more

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Melody D.

5 months ago

My boyfriend and I have heard good things about this place and today we decided it was time to try it. We came in and one of the three employees grouped up pointed to a table of us to sit at. The sun was going down and it was in my boyfriend's face so I got up and asked to move to another two top. One of the employees said "ok" then kind of aggressively slammed the water pitcher on our new table. We have never been to any Malatang restaurants so we didn't know if we should get up and make our bowls or if we needed to talk to someone first. The same employee from earlier was setting up a table beside us so I said "excuse me, do we just get up and make our bowls?" He looked at me and replied "yeah" with a rude attitude then walked away. The whole time this employee was rude and seemed like we were an inconvenience. I work in the restaurant industry, and this is not how you're supposed to treat customers. Especially when I was kind, and asked for basic things. Very disappointed, we didn't even stay to eat because we were so taken aback from how rude this employee was. If you don't want to deal with customers asking about how the restaurant works then don't work in a restaurant. read more

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Kiera F.

10 months ago

They force you to tip more if below 18%, even though it's self-service from beginning to end. Insane attitude... extortion and bullying

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William B.

1 year ago

THIS RESTAURANT TRIED TO STEAL MONEY FROM ME and BANNED ME for it. I don't normally write reviews but my recent experience here was so mind boggling. Went to go pay my bill and noticed they slipped an extra charge after I had paid. I asked them about it and it turns out they added THEIR OWN tip to my bill. The manager or whoever I was talking to started arguing with me after I told him I wasn't going to pay this. Got my refund but was told I wasn't welcome at the establishment anymore. Workers here are very stingy for tips despite the restaurant being 90% self service and will hassle you if they don't like the way you tip. read more

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Dana L.

2 years ago

Finally a good and fairly priced Malatang in Berkeley! That had a great selection of different fresh ingredients and even a self serve sauce bar!! It was really clean inside and everything was handled efficiently. Would come back again whenever I crave Malatang or something warm and spicy! read more

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Ashley N.

11 months ago

The place is so clean, and there are a lot of seatings + spacious space. There is so much variety of things you can add to your bowl. My boyfriend and I ended up spending so much money here. Love the sauce bar! Super clean! read more

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Daniela G.

2 years ago

Great place , great service and you create your own soup. They went the extra mile for our friends Birthday ! . Thank you read more

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Julia P.

1 year ago

I've been a few times now, and I have never been disappointed. There was a bit of a wait last time because there was a big group occupying many tables, but my friend and I got seated earlier than expected because we came in a small group of two. It's super clean, and medium loud. My friend swears by the tomato base, and I swear by the original broth. I love that you can pick your ingredients yourself, so you can determine how the portion is. My only tip is that most people overestimate the amount you can eat, so keep that in mind! read more

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泳欣

2 years ago

Nice food and good ambiance. Flavorful soup base and authentic Chinese flavor make me homesick. They offer a variety of food including duck blood cube and scallops. Food was served super fast read more

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Yoki Y.

2 years ago

I ordered bone soup. The broth is rich and flavorful. You could choose whatever food you like. And they have a sauce bar on the side. In conclusion, the malatang is delicious. The price is based on food weight. The warm and inviting ambiance, coupled with outstanding service, made for an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're a hotpot aficionado or a first-timer, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit. recommended! read more

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Ed D.

2 years ago

Great food. Ingredients are high quality, cooked relatively quick. Staff is great and friendly. For opening they are giving away a free drink with the meal read more

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Nick Z.

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2 years ago

Ive been looking for an authentic chinese malatang closer to me and this hits the spot. Has all the right elements and also a free drink! Will be coming back alot read more

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Eric N.

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Malatang was just decent. My biggest grievance, the server forced us to TIP after confronting us that we declined to tip. This is entitlement considering the restaurant is self serve. I would strongly consider everyone to spend somewhere else. read more

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Jiayi M.

2 years ago

taste so good goddamn!!! Must try :))))))))))))))))) I recently had the pleasure of trying Chinese mala tang, and I was blown away by the incredible flavors. The rich, spicy broth was perfectly balanced, providing a fiery kick without overwhelming the taste buds. Each bite was a delightful mix of tender meats, fresh vegetables, and chewy noodles, all absorbing the aromatic spices beautifully. The variety of ingredients allowed for a personalized experience, making every bowl unique. If you're a fan of bold, savory, and spicy foods, mala tang is a must-try dish that will leave you craving more! read more

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Helen N.

2 years ago

They have a pretty good variety of things to choose from and found the quality to be good too. I have a couple of complaints. The first is the tables were too small, barely fit 2 bowls, 2 cups, and the water pitcher. The second is there could be better signage about pricing and how to eat there if you've never been to a malatang spot before. read more

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Fada G.

2 years ago

They had so many protein options, from lamb and beef slices to scallops and frog legs. Lots of seating and friendly staff. The restaurant was very packed when I went and there was a healthy chatter throughout, it's a more casual atmosphere. read more

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Rachel G.

1 year ago

Food is good, but the staff are extremely rude. This place is a self-serve restaurant, meaning you get your own bowl and self-choose the toppings you want in your own soup with tongs. Then you get your own sauces and sides and pour your own water. The only thing the staff do is bring the soup to your table, but that is the only service provided. They don't even pack your to go boxes. Now given this, they demand for tips in the end and come up to your table to confront you when you don't. I am all for tipping, but given that this restaurant is set up in a "buffet style" way, tip is not necessary. They came from a place of entitlement. read more

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Elyse H.

2 years ago

Finally a good malatang in Berkeley. I have tried this place in South Bay before so I'm super excited it finally opened near me read more

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Waynr Z.

2 years ago

Super clean, great service and amazing broth. All of the ingredients look quite fresh, properly thawed and great selection of ingredients. Great sauce bar too read more

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Christina Y.

2 years ago

Food tastes amazing, very authentic. Service was good - we even got a free drink! Ambiance is very clean and friendly. Recommend a visit. read more

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This malatang spot is super good and has a really wide variety of ingredients! I would recommend not getting too much meat as the price is based on weight, and you probably cannot eat as much as you would think. I got the classic bone broth which was super rich and had a nice spice. I also like that the sauce bar has a super wide variety of options such as sesame paste, sesame oil, green onions, cilantro, garlic, dark vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, chili oil, etc. You pick your ingredients directly at the fridge and then hand it to the employees to cook in your broth of choice. My ingredients only amounted to about $15 which was super nice, will definitely be visiting again! read more

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David C.

2 years ago

I was really excited to try out this new hot pot place, but unfortunately, my experience left much to be desired. While the concept of choosing your own fresh, varied ingredients was great, the overall process of seating and paying needs a serious overhaul. When we arrived, no one was at the host desk for over five minutes. We waited patiently, but as more people arrived, a line began to form. We joined the line, assuming it was the process, but it quickly became clear that things were disorganized. When we finally got to the front of the line, the employee at the register argued with me unnecessarily--even after I offered a solution to address the confusion. I was willing to go back to the end of the line with my selected ingredients and wait for a table, but instead of resolving the issue calmly, the employee continued to berate me. At that point, I decided to leave. It was their loss which I estimate to be approximately $60. As a new restaurant, I understand there are always kinks to work out, but treating customers respectfully and managing operations smoothly should be a top priority. I hope the team takes this constructive feedback seriously and improves the flow of seating and payment. Perhaps once the initial rush of popularity subsides and these issues are addressed, I might give it another try. For now, though, I can't recommend this place. We ended up going to Tasty Pot just around the corner. read more

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Yer L.

2 years ago

Great selection of fresh ingredients, attentive service. Everything was great... I really enjoyed eating there and will be back for sure!

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Jun B.

2 years ago

Food was good and everything came out quick! Unfortunately the service was awful. We walked in as a group of 4, the main server was extremely rude to us. We then got skipped and the next table was given to another group that walked in after us. When it was time to pay, he snatched the card out of my hand and decided to tip himself 15% without telling me. Very dishonest behavior read more

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Victoria H.

2 years ago

SOOOOO AMAZING I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! It's so cheap and yummy, hits the spot. Great place for a bite in Berkeley. read more

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Yan Dan O.

1 year ago

The staff spoke rudely about me in Cantonese, assuming I didn't know the language. This was completely unprofessional and disrespectful. I won't be coming back. read more

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Crystal M.

1 year ago

Terrible food service. This short mid age waiter with glasses and a cap said in Cantonese thinking I wouldn't understand "these people have no money, they deserve to d*e" in a tone to curse at us when I asked to separate checks and it took us a while to figure it out. I would've argued if there were less people, but it was during rush hour so I didn't cause a ruckus but now looking back, I would've cursed them back. On top of that, their food isn't the best. But just their attitude in general, I hope no one else experiences that regardless if you understand or not. Definitely not the attitude a rightful business should have. They definitely do make fun of people a lot behind the counter based on the countless times I've been there and seen them looking at certain peoples direction for a long time. Wouldn't recommend, just go to other places. read more

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M F.

1 year ago

This has to be one of my favorite quick and affordable meals in the area. 1 pound of food is around $16, but I rarely spend that much. They have many add-ins for your soup and a few different broth selections. Service is always speedy, and I've never waited over 10 minutes to sit, even in busy times. read more

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Yulin G.

2 years ago

Two person table a bit small. Food is great! Very fresh and good variety. Self-serving seasoning offers great sauces and spices that I can't get enough of. Will definitely come back! read more

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继承

2 years ago

really good pretty authentic taste. The same as china's zhangliang's taste! And the price is normal in bay area. I think it can be my another school's restaurant. read more

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Dante L.

1 year ago

Incredibly rude. First time going and wasnt given the courtesy of any instruction when i got sat down at a table. Wasnt even busy. When I payed and didnt tip with card, they made fun of me in mandarin until I cash tipped. It's self service food and they're DEMANDING a tip. read more

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Benjamin W.

2 years ago

Interesting concept. Pick what foods you want in your hot pot, you then bring it to the counter where they weigh it and cook it with the base soup of your choice. Solid meal for the price when I went $15 a pound. I would come back. I got the tomate soup base and enjoyed it. read more

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Shixin Z.

2 years ago

Clean place. Nice stuff. Variety of food choices. Good vibes. Great place to hangout. Lunch & dinner. 好吃美味. 服務良好. 地方乾淨. 夏日乘涼好去處. 冬日暖胃好選擇.. read more

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Jasmine S.

2 years ago

Decent food, fresh ingredient, great service, and spacious dining environment - recommended.

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Derrick H.

2 years ago

Great food and prices. They have good variety of food. The pricing is $15 per pound. They also have many soup bases, such as Tom Yum and classic. read more

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Hao M.

2 years ago

Good food, very authentic! Been loving this brand since back in China, and finally it's open here! Finally have a place to eat Chinese malatang ! read more

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Tsai Chen L.

2 years ago

Very tasty. Keep up the good work! The broth was flavourful, all the ingredients taste good! And you can choose whatever yoi want with whatever portion! The price is also decenrt. read more

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Tony J.

2 years ago

Great food. If you want authentic non fusion style original malatang, this place is just right for you.

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2237 Shattuck Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
Downtown Berkeley
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(510) 647-8563
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Hours

What time does Zhangliang Malatang open?

Zhangliang Malatang opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Zhangliang Malatang opens at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Zhangliang Malatang close?

Zhangliang Malatang closes at 2:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Zhangliang Malatang closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Does Zhangliang Malatang take credit cards?

Yes, Zhangliang Malatang takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Zhangliang Malatang serve alcohol?

No, Zhangliang Malatang does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Zhangliang Malatang allow dogs?

No, Zhangliang Malatang does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Zhangliang Malatang have parking?

Yes, Zhangliang Malatang has parking options.

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Does Zhangliang Malatang have free WiFi?

Yes, Zhangliang Malatang has free WiFi.

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I was super excited to try Tanghuo Kungfu Mala, and it did not disappoint! My friends and I came…read morearound 1pm on a Saturday and had the whole place to ourselves. It was our first time, but the process was pretty straightforward grab a bowl and tongs by the entrance and start picking from a great variety of meats, veggies, and more. I went with the signature spicy hot pot broth (medium spice), and I highly recommend it so flavorful! Prices were fair for the quality and amount of food, and I'd definitely come back. Only downside was that a few ingredients in the freezer weren't fully stocked, but honestly, still an easy 5 stars from me.

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Victoria L.

8 months ago

The food here was excellent; however, the service was notably poor. My friend and I visited during a rush and experienced a delay of approximately 30 minutes before being seated. We observed that several later-arriving patrons were seated ahead of us, despite a staff member acknowledging our presence on the waiting list and assuring us we would be seated shortly. Subsequently, another couple entered and were promptly seated. I began to discern a pattern, as those seated before us, despite arriving later, were all of Asian descent. A nearby couple, who arrived around the same time as us, also faced a seating delay. This couple was Caucasian, and my friend is of Indian descent. I found this sequence of events to be quite concerning. Furthermore, upon receiving our meals, my friend was given a white plastic spoon instead of the standard orange one. This seemed unusual, and when I inquired with the cashier for an orange spoon, I noticed he retrieved it from a container full of them. I am deeply disappointed by the treatment my friend and I received. While the food was enjoyable, the service was unacceptable and frankly, quite disheartening. read more

Nick H.

2 years ago

The hotpot itself was fantastic. There was a wide variety of fresh ingredients to choose from, including a selection of meats, seafood, and vegetables. The broth options were flavorful and aromatic, catering to different taste preferences. We particularly enjoyed the spicy broth, which had just the right amount of kick without being overwhelming. One of the highlights was the dipping sauces bar. There were so many choices, allowing us to customize our flavors to perfection. The ingredients were fresh, and the overall quality of the food was excellent. The portion sizes were generous, and the pricing was reasonable given the quality and quantity of the food. We left feeling full and satisfied. read more

Everett L.

Elite 26

531

577

1937

2 years ago

Malatang offers a delightful self-service hot pot experience where you can customize your meal with a wide array of ingredients. The selection is impressive, featuring all kinds of noodles, shrimp balls, lamb, beef, and a variety of fresh veggies. You weigh your chosen ingredients, and it costs $14.99 per pound. The price is fair given the quality and the ability to create your perfect hot pot combination. If you're a fan of hot pot, this place is definitely worth a visit! read more

Fei L.

2 years ago

On Saturday at noon, I went to Berkeley to meet a friend and walked past this new restaurant. It seems just opened on 7/5. I guess because of the hot weather, the place was pretty quiet, with only a few tables occupied. I tried a bowl of classic bone broth, and it tasted just like Zhang Liang's in Mountain View. It's great to see more and more Chinese restaurants popping up in Berkeley. read more

Cathy Z.

2 years ago

The spicy pork broth is incredibly tasty. The rich, flavorful broth perfectly complements the tender pieces of pork. Each sip offers a delightful blend of spices that will warm you from the inside out. The aroma alone is enough to make your mouth water. I highly recommend giving it a try; you won't be disappointed! read more

Ivy Y.

2 years ago

i absolutely love this - even better than the malatang i had back in la - huge fan!! always recommend the glass noodles and beef rolls, but they went out an beyond with the tripe and i jus wish they had the malaban flavor today but hopefully they'll have it next time im back :p read more

Fei J.

2 years ago

I recently visited this newly opened Malatang restaurant and had a great experience. The food was quite good, and the service was excellent. A nice bonus was the free drink offered with the meal. Overall, a pleasant dining experience, and I'll definitely be back! read more

Andrew Z.

11 months ago

Food was mid and the service was bad. They rushed my friend who ate a little slow to hurry up. There was no people in line or anything. They were staring at him the whole time and made us uncomfortable. read more

Tyler Z.

2 years ago

The ambience of the place is very clean and well kept! You'll like the place if you want hot pot and want something fast! The service is also very good but you may not see a lot of servers. read more

Zichuan L.

2 years ago

The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was impeccable. I wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience. 100% recommended! read more

Lover K.

2 years ago

Great food! This is the taste of traditional Chinese malatang I've been looking for. The staff is friendly and kind as well. The environment is comfortable for enjoying food. read more

Kevin L.

2 years ago

Food was fantastic and service was good. I am sure I will come back. Thank you! There are so many sauces and restaurant is really clean! I wish there is anoki mushroom too! read more

Ellie S.

2 years ago

It was my first time coming but I loved it!! The food was good and the restaurant is clean :)) Everyone was nice too so I think I'm gonna revisit later. read more

Jas H.

2 years ago

Well served food and legitimate price! Definitely will visit again in the future. There's also many discounts which make the price even cheaper. read more

子涵

2 years ago

Very delicious Chinese food, there are four flavors to choose from, and it also caters for people like me who love spicy food, very delicious read more

Zixuan H.

2 years ago

Generally good. We ordered the most popular soup and picked the food we wanted to eat. Each order will send a free drink to each person.

Lexus C.

2 years ago

I went during soft opening. They gave free drinks and the service was great. There's a sauce bar and you can pick what you want to eat.

Ca Parvulus L.

2 years ago

Very authentic Chinese restaurant, one of the best in the bay area, highly recommended for anyone who's craving for real Chinese food.

Pingchuan M.

2 years ago

The food is good and fresh. And the environment is great and clean; the service here is excellent too. I will definitely come back.

Allison L.

2 years ago

Delicious! I love malatang. I had the mala dry pot and I got the medium spicy. It was the perfect amount and came out very nice.

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3.8

(129 reviews)

Had a concert in Brekley at the Greek theater ALABAMA SHAKES 05/29/26 as a 40th bdy present …read more So much smoke in the air caused late nt munchies, so after concert was over I headed to this place for a snack before heading back home. This place is open late. The menu is simple and the service is great. Very cute, clean establishment and I think they also offer overnight stays upstairs. I ordered some dumplings and some pot stickers, both flavor in pot stickers. I wish the dumplings had been bigger but they were packed with so much flavor. The pot stickers were actually a hefty portion and they did not disappoint . The chili oil was perfect amount of heat and the side sauce complimented the snack perfectly . The portion was so good I brought what was left to work for my lunch. This establishment is a solid 10/10 and 3 doors down you find a McDonald's if you are a couple having a date nt kkds can gave a happy meal lol. P.S. the packing is super cool!!! Insulated bag with their logo!!! Idk I think that is so dope!

Nash Cafe is homey, authentic, and warm - something that Berkeley has been losing over the last few…read moreyears. With the rise of modern restaurants and designs in the area, Nash Cafe remains that lovely, petite restaurant with very sweet elderly staff. As much as I adore their interior and atmosphere, their food did not hit the way I wished it did. Their potstickers tasted like those frozen grocery potstickers that you microwave. Their zhajiang noodles lacked taste and their table-side chili garlic oil condiment was very bland. There's pork belly skewers were tasty and crispy, but the price did not match the serving size. I did enjoy the Wuhan Dry Sesame Noodles, which was surprisingly their cheapest dish we ordered. Maybe I'm just unlucky and the dishes I ordered weren't their best?

Katak Thai Chicken Rice

4.2

(113 reviews)

So good! Got the mixed bowl to-go, steamed chicken was very tender. The fried chicken was just a…read moretiny bit dry but I didn't mind because the sauce was great. I would come again the next time I'm in the area.

$17 mixed chicken and rice was: really good! The boiled chicken was dry but worked really well with…read morethe sauce. Rice had a lovely lime seasoning and I couldn't not eat it. The fried chicken was flavored well and juicy. Definitely can eat again.

Ippudo Berkeley

3.6

(1.3k reviews)

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Delicious ramen, but takes time for the food to come out…read more We came for lunch on a Sunday, a big group of about 10 people. The interior is spacious so they seated us with no issue. The menu is extensive and has a lot of great options. However, our food took over 30 minutes to come out, with the ramen coming out first, then buns, then sushi rolls. Since we were on a time crunch, a few of us either had to rush eat our dish or take it to-go. This was a bummer, but I would definitely come again to enjoy the food at a more preferable pace. The prices were also reasonable. Parking is as expected around campus - street metered parking. There is a restroom inside for customers.

I'm always a little surprised that Ippudo doesn't have a clean sweep of five stars across the…read moreboard. I come here for one thing and one thing only: the vegan ramen. And to be clear, I do not order vegan ramen anywhere else. This is the exception. It's rich, deeply satisfying, and has that full-bodied, slurpable depth you usually associate with tonkotsu. No "this is good for vegan" qualifiers needed, it's just straight-up good ramen. If you've been sleeping on it because it's vegan, don't. This is the move.

Take Eat Easy

4.6

(70 reviews)

$11 Singapore Chicken: cheap, filling, simple but delicious…read more $2 Mushroom Spinach Bun: loved it. Vegan? Absolutely worth it.

The Hong Kong milk tea is delicious! I always get it iced but the warm one is also very good…read moreespecially on a rainy or gloomy day. The owner is also super sweet and nice. It is a place I most definable love to support. Not to mention that the portion is huge and it is very affordable.

Simmer & Steamer

3.8

(34 reviews)

I think I get the concept behind this genuine fast food operation, I.e., ready-made ingredients are…read moreassembled to produce Korean-style bowls as quickly as possible. This might work well in a bustling location full of non-exempt office workers who have strict limits on their lunch hours. However, I decided to try this particular spot and arrived when there was not a single customer. Then a deranged homeless woman came in. Fortunately I was able to dodge her as I was reviewing the giant backlit menu. I didn't think anything about the emptiness of the space until my order was ready. I decided to try the $13.99 Samgyeopal Ssam-jang, which featured grilled pork belly mixed with veggie soybean paste topped with fried onion, roasted seaweed, and sesame oil, all over rice (Photo 7). The bowl was a strange contrast of textures. Flavor wise, there were more misses than hits. The pork belly was overcooked with the chewy meat rendered almost inedible. The rice was weirdly mushy like it was sitting in lukewarm water far too long. The rest of the ingredients were nondescript. Definitely a hard pass on this bowl in the future. The only reason I'm not leaving one star for this business is that I felt bad for the one soft-spoken server who had the temerity to deal with the unrelenting rantings of the homeless woman. FOOD - 1.5 stars...pre-made ingredients kill the real flavors expected from the bowl AMBIANCE - 2 stars...certainly spacious but nothing cozy in here SERVICE - 2 stars...quiet until she had to confront the woman TOTAL - 2 stars...I was left more steamed than simmered RELATED - Exploring Berkeley? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/3Hv4fBG5La

Came for a quick bite, no wait on a weekday, lots of seating available and service was good…read more Ordered the Korean cheese corndog, which they said takes 5 minutes to cook. They warned "be careful it's very hot", however it was COLD. No cheese pull, no sauces available. $6

Dumpling Express

3.5

(418 reviews)

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June 2026 -- Berkeley, CA Dumplings for the Deadline Damned…read more Dumpling Express, not far from UC Berkeley, has the kind of facade that says: we are not here to seduce you with ambiance; we are here to prevent your blood sugar from collapsing during midterms. The exterior is a pale green, low-drama storefront with a metal roofline, a modest hanging sign, a couple of sidewalk tables, and a general visual philosophy best described as "handmade dumplings, not handmade branding strategy." It looks less like a restaurant trying to be discovered and more like a temporary work-in-progress bungalow that decided to become permanent, with the rust swirling in like Berkeley's unofficial architectural signature. Naturally, this makes it more trustworthy. My review is based on an Uber Eats pickup order, which feels like the correct way to encounter this place. Dumpling Express appears mostly built for takeout: fast, practical, compact, and run by one kind master behind the counter surrounded by enough BTU's, condiments, steam, and ingredients to power a graduate seminar and three emotionally unstable group projects. Service was reliable. The food came packed in plastic containers that held heat well but were still easy to open and close, meaning you could theoretically eat this while driving. Should you? No. Could you? Tragically, yes. Berkeley has witnessed worse experiments in applied ethics. We ordered four items. The egg rolls were shockingly generous. One order could probably feed a four-person study group, or one economics major after discovering rent is not a theoretical construct. They were pretty good: crisp, not overly greasy, almost light. Flavor-wise, they were not exactly writing a dissertation, but they showed up to class. 3/5. The XLB tasted good, but they were not classic soup dumplings in the strict "I have traveled, I own opinions, and I have been hurt before" sense. The wrapper was not especially thin, and there was not enough of that dangerous, piping-hot broth that makes you question your dental insurance. Still, the flavor was pleasant. I did not feel betrayed. Merely academically unconvinced. 3/5. The chicken and cabbage dumplings were fine. A little bland, yes, but not bad, especially for cheap eats near campus. They are the dumpling equivalent of a decent discussion section: not life-changing, not offensive, and useful if you are hungry and trying to survive the week. 3/5. The clear star was the sesame ball with red bean filling. Crispy, warm, gooey, sweet, and deeply correct. This was the one item that stood up, adjusted its tiny sesame-covered blazer, and delivered an argument worthy of tenure. Excellent. 5/5. Overall, Dumpling Express is an excellent value spot for students, quick lunches, late study nights, and anyone needing hot food without emotional paperwork. For well-traveled adults chasing transcendent dumpling enlightenment, this is probably more of a "good in a pinch" situation than a destination pilgrimage. But for Berkeley? Near campus? For the broke, busy, brilliant, sleep-deprived, caffeine-haunted scholars of tomorrow? It makes sense. It feeds the machine. It keeps the little academic hamsters running. And the sesame balls deserve a fellowship.

We came in a while ago and there was only one man working and making all the orders. We ordered…read morepork and shrimp siu mai (4 pieces), sesame seaweed salad, and the house special combo which comes with 6 soup dumplings and 1 bbq pork bun. Everything tastes good, but I feel like the portions/sizes were on the smaller side than the dim sum I'm used to getting. Still, I would definitely come back when I get the cravings for quick dim sum again. Also, it was so sweet that the guy working that day, gave us an extra bbq pork bun seeing that my boyfriend and I were going to share the food. He told us he didnt want us fighting over the 1 bun that comes with the house special combo. How cute!

KoStop

4.2

(172 reviews)

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Visiting UC Berkeley with my son . We were exploring the area and stumbled upon this restaurant. It…read morewas next to a couple of other Asian restaurants in what seemed like an alley ,which led out into the street on both sides . This looked like it had a decent amount of seating space. It also had a window view of the street outside, which I liked . We ordered at the kiosk. We got our food in to go boxes. I'm not sure if it's because we forgot to say that it was for here and not to go. In any case, the food came out hot and the service was decent. We didn't have any interaction other than taking the food. If we're in the area, we might explore the other restaurants.

This is a great option for Korean fried chicken right by campus, especially for students looking…read morefor something tasty at a reasonable price. You order on a screen, and the chicken takes about 10 minutes to prepare. The servers were also incredibly hospitable and friendly, which made the experience even better. The chicken is definitely best eaten right away in the restaurant if you want to enjoy that crispy skin. They also offer different flavors of soju and Terra beer. I do wish they had a few more beer options, like Sapporo, Asahi, or Blue Moon, since chicken and beer go so well together. Overall, it's a great spot if you're already on campus, though probably not somewhere I'd go out of my way to travel to.

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