Hot Pot Restaurants near Brookline, MA

“Food was decent, but the value just wasn’t there for us. Two people ordered a half-and-half broth, one beef & lamb combo, tripe, crispy pork, fried rice, and sauce bar — no drinks, seafood, or dessert. The total came to about $110 after tax and tip.

We didn’t order much at all, and for hot pot we basically only had two plates of food to cook, so $55 per person felt pretty expensive for what we got. Nothing was particularly bad, but at this price point I expected either larger portions or a more memorable experience. There are quite a few hot pot options around Boston where $50+ per person goes a lot further.“

“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.“

“Amazing experience every time i’ve been. The last few times Carmen was our server and she was the absolute best!! Catered to our every need, and was super nice and friendly! 🙂‍↕️“

“Good for friends get together. Be sure to get there early - no reservations and always a line“

“Looking for Japanese resturant and was recommended by one of my colleague
Here is my feedback
1. Very nice ambiance
2. Settings are good
3. Hot pot was nice
4. Food was great and light.

Cons
1. For first timers it is little difficult to understand the process
2. Menu is not self explanatory
3. Service was bit slow though there were hardly two sets of customers“

“Decided to walk through Allston on a grody, misty afternoon and look for some food. Walked in by chance and at my SO’s insistence that we give it a look. I loved everything about the aesthetic, and enjoyed the soft music playing in the background. Being able to choose the ingredients I wanted - knowing they were organic and that they looked more than delicious raw...that was the absolute best part. The gentleman at the front was supremely helpful and answered any question thrown at him - by anyone in the shop. The price was more than worth the amount of food received, and the care extended to us as guests was wonderful. I absolutely would recommend anyone to give this a try. Don’t hesitate to ask a question, you will definitely get an answer. :)“

“Amazing food, great value, a bit on the expensive side and I do want to mention yhetr isnt all you can eat anymore but still its a very premium experience. Highly recommend to go with friends or family. Also we went really early like at 4:30 because we didnt have a reservation and needed to skip waiting“

“Love this place everytime we in Chicago“

“Had a great experience at Sura BBQ in Medford! The food was delicious, and the service was excellent. Our server Ethan was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. The atmosphere was nice, and overall it was a great dining experience. Definitely would come back again!“

“I would rate this place a 10/10 in everything!! The employees were so kind and a sweet, and everything was running smooth as can be. I’ve come in on a weekend and during the week, and it was pleasant both times! If you are ever craving some hot pot please stop by this is truly thee SPOT!“

“Great food, reasonably priced!“

“Went there twice so far, can’t remember my servers name but she is overall very knowledgeable and friendly. She even remembered us from the first time we came. Their ice cream there… I’m obsessed! The food there was amazing! The beef bone is phenomenal, must say my favorite! The Chinese herb I believe it’s called, it’s also good. 10/10 recommend this place. I’m from PA but when I travel here I make sure to stop in.“

“Always great experience. GM always on the floor helping out the staff. Staff is always nice and on point. Look at the food and it speaks for itself!!!“

“This was great food. Everything was obviously fresh and high quality. We ordered from the menu, not hot pot, and all the dishes were cooked exactly perfectly. Even the appetizers were clearly cooked with care. And they have a really extensive menu of hot pot items, plus plenty of other dishes. They really care about making the best food and they succeed.“

“Delicious!!!! BEST SUSHI IN QUINCY!“

“This place is genuinely amazing. They put so much love into the atmosphere and the staff are incredibly helpful and considerate. Beware though, even the mild version of the spicy hot pot broth is pretty freaking spicy!

Also, beware of over eating because the food is amazing and the portions are large. I will absolutely come again.“

“Generous portions for cheap! They give a lot of rice which fills you up, but a decent portion of main dish (I got pork and tofu). The main dishes are a bit oily, but they taste very good. The pork had a decent amount of lean meat as well as fatty, which is good. I wish the tofu had a little more taste, but it was still good. Food came very quickly. The soup it came with was too salty though, tasted like salt water. Everything here was around $12 which is a good deal! Recommend for a quick but filling meal.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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“

“My 100% go-to for hot pot. Sauce bar, all-you-can-eat, huge menu, and great service. What else can I say? You’ll be eating within five minutes of sitting down. Also, don’t forget the to-go ice cream if you eat in! Ibasaw checks all the boxes when it comes to hot pot.“

“Very busy during meal times especially on Friday night! I would personally avoid ordering more than three or four items for pick up when it's really busy as I have had items left out. I am sure they are more careful with online orders. The biang biang noodles are so yummy, but watch out if you have blood sugar control issues. Carb BOMB. The food seems to be all very oily also but that's the nature of some of their most delicious offerings like chili oil splashed noodles. My kids always ask for House of Noodles whenever they come to town. They were born and raised in Hong Kong so have had their fair share of good noodles and this ranks right up there and makes them miss Hong Kong just a little less.“

“This place is a win all the way around. Iv tried lots of hot pot and Korean BBQ places but this place really does it right. The food was great with all the options you could ask for. The meat was great quality and the broth was above average. We will definitely be coming back“