Seapot Hot Pot & Korean BBQ
$$ • Hot Pot, Seafood, Chinese
Hours:
1952 S El Camino Real, San Mateo
(650) 459-4426
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food place for family and hang out
We actually were just visiting San Mateo to shop at the market next door and were hungry and asked the clerk what’s the closest place to eat at. He recommended Seapot and omg so thankful he did. This place is a treasure. We never had hot pot before but this experience was like life changing. There’s just so much to try and the fact that everyone can get their own broth(s) and put whatever THEY want in it and make their own sauce is incredible. Everything was delicious and...read full review
Very delicious!
I love the conveyed serving.
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Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 3PM 5 - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 3PM 5 - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 3PM 5 - 10PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 10PM 11AM - 3PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 3PM 5 - 10:30PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10:30PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 10:30PM |
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Seapot Hot Pot & Korean BBQ is a popular restaurant known for its all-you-can-eat hotpot experience and Korean BBQ options. The restaurant features a fun conveyor belt system that constantly delivers fresh vegetables, noodles, tofu, meats, and seafood right to your table, making it easy to select a variety of ingredients. The extensive sauce bar and additional side dishes, including dumplings, bao, fruit, and desserts, complement the meal perfectly and add to the overall enjoyment. The menu offers a wide selection of broth bases, such as the savory pepper pork stomach with a slight numby Szechuan spice, and unique options like Thai pot with herbs. The meats include pork belly, brisket, beef toro, and Australian wagyu, catering to different tastes.
Pricing is reasonable, around $34 to $35 for unlimited hotpot, providing good value for the quality and variety of food. The restaurant is large, making it ideal for groups and special occasions, though reservations are recommended for larger parties. Service is generally attentive and friendly, with staff checking in regularly, although some visits noted slower service or grumpy staff. The restaurant’s atmosphere is lively, with a giant screen playing KPOP and a bustling environment that can feel a bit overstimulating. The dessert and cold food bars, along with refreshing beverages like flavored lemonades and sparkling waters, enhance the dining experience.
Overall, Seapot Hot Pot & Korean BBQ offers a fun, flavorful, and satisfying dining experience perfect for families, friends, or special occasions, with plenty of variety to please everyone.