Lao Szechuan Hot Pot Buffet
$$ • Hot Pot, Szechuan, Sushi Bars
Hours:
3101 W 41st St Unit 105, Sioux Falls
(605) 888-9888
About Lao Szechuan Hot Pot Buffet
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:30AM - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30AM - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 10:30AM - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 10:30AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 10:30AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 10:30AM - 9:30PM |
Lao Szechuan Hot Pot Buffet offers a variety of authentic Chinese dishes, including the popular couples beef slice, cumin beef, chongching spicy chicken, and egg drop soup. The buffet features a range of options, such as Mongolian beef, which is a customer favorite. Meals are available at lunchtime from 11am to 3:30pm for $11, including rice, with fried rice available for an additional $4. The restaurant provides a quiet and comfortable environment, with large water cups and friendly service. The buffet area for meats, veggies, and noodles is pretty clean, and the sauce bar is loved by many. While the selection may be limited, the food is delicious, and the special sauces and BBQ sauce are highlights. Customers appreciate the large servings, which often allow leftovers to be taken home, making it a favorite spot for Chinese food lovers. The staff are friendly and attentive, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Recently, diners have praised Lao Szechuan Hot Pot for its authentic Sichuan flavors, especially mentioning the Fuqi Fei Pian (Couple’s Sliced Beef in Chili Sauce) and Cumin Lamb. Many enjoy the spicy and miso broth, which is always satisfying. The hotpot ingredients include raw steak, lamb, menudo, mushrooms, tofu, and greens, all of which are fresh and plentiful. Customers love how quickly the ingredients cook in the soup, often in just minutes. The restaurant is known for its fiery flavors, especially the spicy broths and Sichuan pepper. Some note that the service can be hands-off, requiring diners to flag down staff, but the quality of food keeps them coming back. While it’s not the most budget-friendly, many find it worth the price for the flavorful experience. Overall, Lao Szechuan Hot Pot remains a popular choice for hotpot lovers in Sioux Falls, offering a good representation of Sichuan cuisine at an affordable price.