Hot Pot Restaurants in Boston, MA

“amazing food. INCREDIBLE service. can not say enough good things about my experience there last night.“

“Food: I thought the broth rivaled a lot of other popular options in Chinatown/Allston. The spicy options were my favorite and complemented many of the options well. I thought the sauce bar was decent but not as extensive as some other places.

Service: mostly self-serve off an iPad - they won't check up too often.

Atmosphere: I appreciate the lanterns and the booths in the back. Will come out and sing for birthdays too which seems to be popular.

Overall: quality across the menu is great, and the soup bases are possibly my favorite in Boston. Can be a bit more expensive than other AYCE options, but generally worth it for the quality.“

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🐮 Found a new hot pot favorite in Boston Chinatown!
I was actually drawn in by the adorable cow outside Liu Yi Shou 🐮 and was pleasantly surprised to find that they now have lots of new dishes beyond the familiar AYCE hot pot lineup!

✨ A5 Wagyu
The A5 Wagyu is sliced incredibly thin, almost translucent between your chopsticks. Once it hits the boiling broth, the beautiful marbling slowly tightens up as the white fat melts into the meat. After just a few seconds, the slice curls up slightly and comes out glossy and perfectly tender.

The first bite is soft and buttery, with the rich Wagyu flavor following right after. My favorite way to eat it was in the mushroom broth—the earthy umami from the broth pairs so well with the richness of the Wagyu. Once the meat picks up a little of that broth, the flavor becomes deeper and more layered.

🍄 Fresh Live Mushrooms
One of the cutest new additions! The mushrooms are served whole, still keeping their natural shape and growth form. They’re freshly cut at the table before going straight into the hot pot.

The mushroom caps slowly soak up all that flavorful broth while the stems keep a nice, slightly springy texture. When you bite into them, the juices and natural mushroom aroma come together beautifully. Especially in the mushroom broth, the flavors really complement each other without overpowering the mushrooms themselves.

🌶 Green Pepper Beef
This one is a completely different vibe from the A5 Wagyu. Thinly sliced beef with vibrant green peppers—savory and meaty at first, followed by a fresh, slightly crisp pepper flavor that makes the whole dish feel lighter and more refreshing.

🥥 Fresh Coconut Chicken Broth
This might have been my favorite surprise! They pour in a freshly opened coconut right at the table, letting the fresh coconut water become part of the broth before adding the chicken.

The broth stays clear and delicate, with a naturally sweet coconut aroma. The chicken is super tender and juicy, and the whole flavor is light and comforting rather than heavy. Pair it with their slightly spicy fresh soy dipping sauce and the chicken tastes even more flavorful.

Beyond the food, the warm service and overall atmosphere made the whole meal feel relaxed and enjoyable. Definitely one of those places that leaves you already thinking about what to order next time 🥹🐮“

“Love this place everytime we in Chicago“

“I’ve had a very friendly interaction with my server today named Danny, he gave me an amazing service by providing information on the menu options and showing what options we could possibly get for the day, was able to attend to my every need and checked up on me to make sure the meal was going good. Glad I came to Mikiya today and couldn’t have asked for a better server.“

“If you're looking for delicious, authentic Asian food, this place is a must visit. The happy hour hotpot menu has so many great options to choose from, and the overall vibe of the restaurant is fantastic. The staff is super polite, and for only $20 – $25, you really get your money's worth. Plus, they kindly provide the option of western utensils (fork, knife, spoon) if you need them. Highly recommend!“

“I'm a west coast Shabu purist who used to work in Japan and I have to admit this place is very Chinese hot pot inspired BUT they do it in a clean honest Japanese way. Bright flavors, great cuts of meat, and fresh veggies. Great happy vibe and the window seat is an idyllic contrast between clean cultured shabu and gritty Chinatown. Love this place!“

“Fast, friendly service. Great selection. No pressure or rush. Very relaxing. Good flavors.“

“Went here with some friends a few weeks ago and absolutely LOVED it, everything is at the buffet except the main meats so the vegan in our party had a great time. Also, little to not risk of food waste as you can get only as much as you want. Flushing is very cool and it was a great time“

“this place has amazing food, amazing people and amazing vibes. wandered in here at 1030pm looking for good hotpot and ended up enjoying a barrel of laughs as well. Amazing staff, food and environment. Far beyond what was expected. Walked 40 minutes to Chinatown for this instead of taking an Uber and left with a huge smile on my face! if you're looking for good hot pot in Boston please choose this place. I'd also recommend ordering your drinks from this place they certainly won't be shy about it“