Hot Pot Restaurants in Los Angeles, CA

“This restaurant is so fun!! They have a lot of adorable touches like snacks at the bar whilst waiting for the table, cute little balloon head pieces for kids (and adults), cat robots carrying food, diy dips stations, aprons to wear whilst dining, and of course the dancing noodles man!! Diana at the door wore so many hats from host to bartender, she did so much and all with a warm welcoming smile. Naomi, our server, was not only incredibly knowledgeable, helping us understand the restaurant concept and making suggestions on ordering, but was very attentive and an absolute sweetheart too. Totally a great place to have a bday party because of the top-notch service and atmosphere. The food though… on a whole other level!! Soooo yummy!!! Late night happy hour (Mon-Thurs, 9-11p) will be my new jam!! Thank you Haidilao for an A+ experience!! See you soon.“

“Good quality of meat. Very nice service. You could enjoy little desert afterward“

“Tench is a gem of a restaurant. The shabu shabu experience is a unique culinary experience and Tensho does it right. The dishes that are part of the meal are delectable and always different. It is always a special night at Tensho. There is no place quite like it in LA - it is very special. An evening in Japan!“

“The malatang here was really satisfying! The broth was flavorful, rich, and had the perfect level of spice. I liked that there were many ingredients to choose from, and everything tasted fresh. The portion was generous, the service was friendly, and the food came out quickly. Definitely a great spot if you’re craving something warm, spicy, and comforting.“

“Fig's Corner – A Second Visit That Completely Changed My Mind

This was my second visit to Fig's Corner, located on the corner of 30th Street and Figueroa. My first visit was about two years ago, and it was actually my first time ever trying hot pot. Unfortunately, I made the rookie mistake of taking a bite too soon and burned my tongue, so I never really got to appreciate the flavors. Because of that, I left feeling unsure about the experience.

I'm glad I decided to give it another chance because this visit was completely different.

The restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere that's clean, modern, and welcoming. The service is simple but efficient. They hand you a menu with checkboxes, you mark everything you want, and the staff brings it out to your table.

To start, I ordered the cucumber salad, and it was fantastic. It was crisp, refreshing, and tossed with what tasted like chili crisp, soy sauce, and other flavorful seasonings. I also ordered the lamb skewers. They were small, but they packed an incredible amount of flavor. Every bite was tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned.

For my main dish, I ordered the Signature House Beef Hot Pot, and I can honestly say it was one of the best soups I've ever had. The rich, savory broth was absolutely delicious. It came loaded with different cuts of beef, beef meatballs, quail eggs, tofu, mushrooms, vegetables, and several other ingredients that blended together perfectly. It was also served with a bowl of steamed rice and vermicelli noodles on the side, making it a hearty and satisfying meal.

To top it all off, I tried two of their specialty drinks: the grapefruit jasmine tea and the peach jasmine tea. Both were outstanding. The drinks included popping boba that burst with flavor in every sip, making them some of the best specialty teas I've ever had.

Overall, this second visit completely changed my opinion of Fig's Corner. Everything—from the appetizers to the hot pot and the drinks—was fresh, flavorful, and memorable. If you're looking for an authentic and delicious hot pot experience, I highly recommend giving Fig's Corner a try. Whether it's your first hot pot or you're already a fan, this place is absolutely worth visiting.“

“We had the seafood yosenabe set. The kaiseki appetizers were varied and elegant. The yosenabe was very flavorful. The Key is to cook vegetables first in the broth. The bran was incredibly sweet. Portions were plentiful. Couldn’t finish the rice porridge as last course and they were kind enough to cook it in the back and packaged it to go.“

“the variety of veggies and seafood made an amazing broth, then the addition of lamb, pork and beef made this meal even better.. soo good“

“Had their skewers and dry pot delivered, and honestly one of the best drypots I've ever had (i eat malatang every single week). Spicy, numbing, savory, and balanced. A lot of other dry pots tend to be sesame forward, but I liked that they stayed true to the mala chili oil. It was still so good the day after omg I still dream about it“

“One of several new malatang places in the area, Bruin Bowl is not a large place, but they seem to have a solid selection of meats, veggies, noodles, and seafood despite their modest size. Both the bone broth and the chicken/fish maw soup bases are pretty tasty too. Excellent option if you're in the area.“

“Meal was flavorful! We all agreed the dry pot stole the show. I really liked that I could load up my bowl with a very large variety of ingredients, from vegetables to meats to noodles. There is a minimum of 16 ounces but it was nice that I could choose whatever I wanted. I also chose not to have any rice because there were more than enough ingredients. I highly recommend this place for a casual no nonsense meal!!“

“The food at Wok Bar is a mixed bag. I had the lamb and beef skewers with rice; the flavor was good, but the meat was very dry. They definitely need to include a sauce or improve the marinade. Also, be aware of their seating policy you can’t eat skewers inside unless you order the big soup, so it's mostly a take go spot for skewer lovers. Good potential, but needs better food quality.“

“The BEST Mala tang ever!!
This was my first visit here and the staff Brian was really nice and kind!!
Plus I loved the food and place as well~
So yummy and cozy the place~~
If I could I’d give 10 of 10! ❤“

“Their food is so good I've been coming here since I was a kid now I get to bring my children. Some items when you order you wait for them to be made fresh and the wait time isn't bad. The Boba teas are good my daughter loves the Taro flavor. It's affordable and they provide a generous amount of food.“

“Always love the vibe here
it’s such a cozy and comfortable late night restaurant in LA. Noticed they recently started doing drink promotions, which is an awesome bonus.
Easily one of the best Korean bars in Koreatown for food and drinks.
Will be coming back even more often now lol“

“ShaBuShi is going to be your NEW fav late night spot. It's serving up traditional Japanese Shabu Shabu, Ramen and Sushi but it's adding a Thai Twist with options such as Thai Boat Noodle Broth and Tom Yum Broth along side your typical Japanese based shabu shabu broth like sukiyaki, konbu, miso, etc. What is going to surprise you is their dipping sauce called Thai Sukiyaki (tastes like kao man gai suace) and it is absolutely a game changer. It's flavor profile that is highly addictive. It is great when the chat can't decide between Japanese or Thai or drinking. Shabushi kinda has it all and its open till 2 am. It's the go to spot for restaurant workers in the area and regular people who get off of work after 10pm. The service is friendly and knowledgeable. Ambiance is spacious and relaxed. There are so many specials that looking at the regular menu should be blocked. hehe. You gotta take advantage of their Sunset Happy Hour where apps and drinks are under $10 or if you wanna splurge the good way, check out their Shabu Duo Night Set for $48

SHABU DUO NIGHT SET $48
Broth Choose 1 Item
* Plain water
* Sukiyaki
* Dashi
* Spicy Tom Yum
* Miso
* Pork Bone
* Boat Noodle

Sauce Choose 1 Item
* Sukiyaki
* Ponzu
* Sesame
* Seafood

Vegetable Set
Meat Choose 1 Item (10 oz.)
* Premium Pork
* Pork Belly
* Brisket
* Beef Striploin
* Ribeye Beef

House Rolls Pick 1 Item (10 pcs.)
* California Rolls
* Dancing Eel Rolls
* Dragon Rolls
* Eel Cucumber Rolls
* Hamachi Jalapeno Rolls
* JB* (Philly Rolls)
* Rainbow Rolls
* Salmon Cali Rolls
* Shrimp Tempura Rolls
* Spicy Tuna Rolls
* Spider Rolls
* Triple Rolls
* Tuna Cali Rolls
* Veggie Rolls
* Volcano Rolls

Sashimi Appetizer

Dessert Choose 1 Item
* Green tea ice cream
* Coconut ice cream“

“I’ve been coming to Kyushu Shabu for years, and it still feels like one of the most comforting meals in the city. There’s something special about a place that stays true to itself instead of chasing trends.

The AYCE value is super great, the food is simple, traditional, and genuinely delicious. The broths are light and clean in a way that highlights the purity and quality of the ingredients instead of overpowering them. Fresh meats, vegetables, and that classic shabu-shabu experience that a lot of newer, more hip spots try to imitate but never quite capture.

The staff are always incredibly kind and hardworking, and you can tell how much care they put into keeping this longtime institution going. I keep coming back because I genuinely want places like Kyushu Shabu to stay alive. Restaurants with this much history, character, and heart are becoming rare.“

“This place was smaller than I thought and the music was not what I expected for this type of restaurant but still it was a good vibe. My favorite part was the service of Danny the bartender he was very fast and working really hard. As a bartender myself I must say his patience and ability to make the cocktails was great. One complaint I have is that he better be getting paid double if he has to be his own barback I didn't see anyone helping him. For the price of the cocktails I hope this establishment recognizes talent or at least pay well because he made this restaurant stand out in the entire level 8“

“Great option before a show at the Pantages! The restaurant is just a short walk from the theater, the service was fast, and the food was delicious. Perfect if you’re with a group and don’t have much time before the show. We really enjoyed it and would definitely come back!“

“Mr. Rice has become one of me and my girlfriend’s favorite spots in West LA. The service is always excellent, and the staff takes care of you almost immediately after you walk in. Everyone is friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming.

The food is absolutely amazing and honestly reminds us so much of our time in Taiwan. The flavors feel authentic, comforting, and consistently delicious every single time we go. They also frequently give customers free specials and little extra deals, which always makes the experience even better.

Parking can be a little difficult since the entire block shares a parking garage that charges around $5 an hour, and the area definitely seems more catered toward UCLA students walking around. But despite that, the restaurant itself is 100% worth it.

Once I found out they delivered on Fantuan, it genuinely felt like heaven on earth. Highly, highly recommend Mr. Rice to anyone looking for amazing Chinese food and great service.“