A convenient location close to the vancouver airport. The staff at this location were super…read morefriendly and accommodating. They helped us store our luggages behind the counter while we were dining. There's a small parking lot and also underground parking. It's a lively location with lots of people but there is plenty of seating so we didn't have to wait long, especially on a Friday evening. They ask if this is your first timto HDL and give extra guidance if needed. You order on the iPad and they'll bring the it to your table. There's also a self serve sauce bar with side dishes, fruit, and dessert. HDL is always delicious! The protein & veggies are fresh and they present it prettily. It definitely adds up quickly for a la carte ordering but worth the experience for people eating hot pot for the first time! Make sure to order the dancing noodle too!

First time coming here during the "Meat Carnival." My friend and I arrived around 9 PM and waited…read moreabout 30 minutes for a seat. The Meat Carnival deal allows you to choose from five unlimited meat options: two kinds of beef, chicken, fish, and lamb. I skipped the chicken on the first round since I don't usually like it in hot pot. Personally, the lamb was just "meh," so I ended up ordering a lot of the beef instead. Pro-tip from our server: They suggested ordering the 1/4 soup pots (four grids) to save money. I got the tomato broth and my friend got the pork broth. In my opinion, HDL still has the best tomato broth in the game! Just a heads-up that veggies and noodles are extra. In the end, we spent about $60 per person after eating seven orders of meat in total. It's definitely worth it if you can eat a ton of protein; otherwise, you're better off coming during regular hours, as you won't save much if you aren't a big eater. The service was great! Super attentive and friendly throughout the night. 5 stars for the staff!

I liked their AYCE menu and had been wanting to come back, only to find out when we sat down that…read moreAYCE was no longer available. Huge bummer. We arrived around 9 PM and stood at the entrance for 3-5 minutes while multiple staff walked past us without any acknowledgment. Most tables were empty, so it wasn't clear whether we were supposed to seat ourselves. I eventually had to stop someone, who then brushed us off and grabbed someone else instead. After sitting down, I asked about AYCE and was told it was discontinued in October 2025. The waiter mentioned happy hour and said we could get an extra discount with a student ID, but when we showed our U.S. student IDs, they wouldn't accept them. Lame, but whatever. The price is acceptable during happy hour. The seats are uncomfortable, and the kitchen was very loud that night. The floor vibrated on and off throughout our meal. The biggest issue: bugs. They clearly know it's a problem since there's a small fan over the sauce station to keep the bugs away, but it didn't help. We found a dead bug in the sauce we made before dipping our food. There were also bugs flying over our food the entire time (see photos). That alone is unacceptable. Food came out almost instantly after ordering on our phones. Impressively fast. Everything tasted good, but I wouldn't order the spicy broth again. I know that's the style, but even at one-star spice it was extremely oily and overpowering for me. Another ongoing annoyance was staff constantly messing with our stove. On both visits, we ordered multiple broths. The spicy broth boiled aggressively because of all the oil, while the non-spicy broth barely simmered. We didn't like the spicy broth at all and just wanted the non-spicy one hot enough to actually cook food. Every time I turned up the heat, staff immediately turned it back down because the spicy broth was boiling. As a result, the non-spicy broth never properly boiled the entire meal, and our food was likely undercooked. Extremely frustrating. Last time we came, we got complimentary ice cream at the end. This time, we didn't. I assumed they stopped offering it, but based on other recent reviews, they just didn't give us one. I'm not coming back until AYCE is back and the bug problem is actually fixed.

This was a very spacious hot pot restaurant, though I would recommend having a reservation. My…read morefamily of 5 walked in at 5:30pm and got seated right away because we were so early, but the place definitely got crowded as time went on. Ordering was very straightforward. You scan a QR code and order from your phone (there is free wifi). The food was good, just another solid hot pot place. The broth was really spicy so beware! We ended the meal with complimentary black sesame ice cream which was a fun bonus!

Got seated promptly upon arrival at 6:30 pm, which was when our reservation was. They have little…read moresnacks like popcorn, candies, and flavoured water outside for you if there happens to be a wait. Host explained the restaurant to us and server kindly explained the menu too. All ordering is done via iPad, each person gets their own broth and pays a small fee for an unlimited sauce/appy/dessert bar. Our go to is the pork bone broth, which comes with some acoutrements inside the soup already. We decided to get a few of the set menu which comes with unlimited rice or noodles, as well as some a la carte items. Sauce bar is extensive with lots of options, and there are lots of appys like kimchi, chips, edamame beans, and a selection of fruits. Food came out super fast and was good quality, the meat we chose was more on the lean side but was not tough at all. Everyone was stuffed especially with the ice cream at the end!

Came here for an early Birthday celebration and also because my boyfriend's niece wanted to try…read morehot pot. We got to do the virtual spin and it landed on plum juice, which we were disappointed in. We asked if we could spin again, which the staff happily agreed to. We then spin and won a free plate of lamb meat - yum! We ordered three lunch sets - one with flat iron beef, one rib eye beef, and one wagyu. We all really enjoyed all the beef and also the free plate of lamb. We left so full but satisfied and tons of leftovers. My boyfriend's niece was really happy and enjoyed the entire experience, especially the candy bar, snacks and the ice cream. Another great experience at the DolarShop Richmond!

The food was incredible, their signature soup was super good and the food is pretty cheap…read more The ice cream at the end is yummy and their drinks are surprisingly delicious. One thing I recommend is to not get the seafood though as the shells do make the weight go up and lead the bowl to cost more.

First time at Big Way after witnessing all the hype and line ups. Came here around 8:40pm on a…read moreSunday night with two other friends and there was no wait to get in or to get a table. My friends gave me some great tips on the "heavy" items to avoid getting so I mainly loaded up on frozen meats, spinach, and vermicelli. I splurged and got some tripe, a beef ball, a fish tofu ball, and piece of fish too. I got the collagen bone broth and my total came out to around $15. It's nice that there is a small sauce bar included, along with kim chi. I made my own sauce but my friend's also recommended adding more raw garlic, cilantro and green onions when my food arrived. Broth was really nice and the $15 bowl filled me up. Good quality food for a very reasonable price. Service was also good with water pitcher refills and asking if we were ready for ice cream. While the ice cream is no DolarShop, it was still decent that it was included. I see why Big Way is so popular. I would avoid when it's busy and one has to stand and wait to get a table but otherwise, solid choice to dine solo or in a small group. Will definitely be back and likely try other locations.

Excellent service and great food great selection of the food . The atmosphere is excellent. And two…read moreours of free parking.

THIS SPOT AFTER A CONCERT JUST HITSSSS!!!…read more My friend and I got here around I want to say late 11pm-ish for a post-concert meal and it was worth starving all day for. It's AYCE, you order the broth and meats with your server and the rest of the toppings, noodles, vegetables, you grab yourself! They also have a make your own dipping sauce bar. The place was very clean, the tables are huge, and the area to grab the toppings was always well kept and stocked. I feel it's important to mention that they also offer halal meat as well!

The concept is Chengdu-style Sichuan skewer hot pot and it is the real deal. You browse and order…read morefrom an iPad at the table, choosing from ready-to-eat skewers or uncooked ones to drop into your bubbling broth. Skewers start at just $1 each, which makes the whole experience incredibly fun and affordable. We ordered the fried sausage skewer, sliced beef, pork belly and the numbing spicy beef skewer. All excellent. If you love mala spice, that last one is non-negotiable. We chose three broths in one big shared pot - spicy, pork bone and tomato. The size of the pot alone is impressive. Each broth has a completely different character and dipping between all three throughout the meal keeps things interesting from start to finish. Do not skip the sauce bar. Mix your own dipping sauce or ask the staff to make the signature sauce for you. They have a special house oil that goes into it and it is genuinely incredible. The panda theme throughout the restaurant is charming. Panda aprons to wear at the table, a panda show on the screen, cute decor throughout. It adds a fun and unique energy to the whole experience. Three people, three broths, skewers all evening around $100 total. Outstanding value. A must visit in Richmond.

We've discovered an authentic Chengdu-style hot pot where everything is on skewers -- meat,…read moreveggies, you name it! It was our first time trying Chengdu hotpot 成都火鍋（ (aka Sichuan hotpot 四川火鍋), and we did some homework beforehand. Chengdu hotpot stands out for its aromatic, complex flavours and less oily broth than the Chongqing style. Yuan's Hot Pot 袁记串串香 nailed it! We ordered COMBO A ($83.99), meant for two, but honestly, it feels like a feast for three. What's in COMBO A? ~ 50+ skewers packed with meat and veggies ~ Dual broth: House Special Spicy ~ Soup Base & Pork Bone Soup Base ~ Sweet potato vermicelli ~ 2x House Special Dipping Sauces The spicy broth was bold and flavorful without being overwhelming, and the variety of skewers kept things exciting. Their signature dipping sauce with Yuan's Hot Pot Sesame Oil is a game-changer -- so fragrant and not greasy. Yuan's Hot Pot 袁记串串香 brings the bold, authentic flavours of Chengdu straight to Richmond. We've fallen in love with Chengdu-style hotpot and can't wait to return to try more! Highly recommend! Food: 5/5 Must Try! Service: 5/5 Kids: 4/5 Yay! Price: $50-$60 for two Presentation: 2/3 Parking: 4/5 Finding parking during meal hours is challenging despite a sizable parkade. Tips: * Must-Try Dipping Sauce: Pair their signature Yuan's Hot Pot Sesame Oil (in cute single-serve cans) with the House Special Dipping Sauce. It's flavorful, not greasy, and you can add as much as you like! * Customizable Spice: Their House Special Spicy Soup Base, imported straight from Chengdu, is adjustable! Use as much as you want and take the leftover package home for your next hotpot night. * BOGO Alert: Visit on the 17th of any month for their Buy One, Get One deal--perfect for sharing with friends or family! * Discount Deal: Share a review on Google and score $3.99 off a limited-selected dish. Would I Return: Yes ‍

My family loves coming here for lunch. You get a variety of meat, vegetables and sides. You can…read morealso create your own dip, which makes the experience even better. I love the individual pot setup, which allows every diner to get what they want. There's a variety of meat to choose from. You don't need to be an expert to cook your food. Everything comes out great and is rarely overcooked. To avoid overcooking your veggies and meat, just put one serving of the ingredients for each round. Once it boils, you're ready to go!

=== 1. VERDICT/VALUE What?! All you can eat hot pot for…read more$18.99 per person, any day, all-day and kids eat free?? It's not perfect, but it's pretty decent, so sign me up :) === 2. FOOD The cost of entry is pretty low: $18.99 per adult for all-you-can-eat hot pot and it comes with: - As much beef and lamb as you would like. - Choice of clear water or chicken broth for soup. Anything else: other or better quality meats, other broth choices, vegetables, mushrooms, seafood, plum juice, etc, all costs extra. What's neat: - Wide range of selection for food. - Kids eat free (families - rejoice!). - The meat orders are filled quickly (unlike other AYCE places). - DIY sauce bar is decent. - The milk ice cream bar is authentic comes straight from Asia. - Private rooms offer individual burners: everyone gets their own small pot and choice of broth! Is there a downside? The self-serve buffet may seem small by comparison to other restaurants, only serving: - Three types of cake for dessert (mango, chocolate, vanilla/coconut). - Edamame - Peach slices and honeydew chunks. - Peanuts and chilli flakes. - (No hot foods or otherwise.) - It was all good - but you may or may not be wanting more. Oh...the beef slices seem a little on the fatty side compared to every other hot pot restaurant I've ever been to around the world - not a bad thing per se (you're boiling a lot off) but something interesting here - I presume likely to keep the costs down. === 3. SERVICE Wait staff appeared to speak Cantonese and Mandarin with some able to speak a little English (thankfully for me!). All (many brought in different dishes) were quick, efficient, and professional. === 4. ENVIRONMENT It's the typical hot pot restaurant experience - on the cleaner/brighter/more modern side compared to some in Richmond. Despite the busy nature of the place, the ventilation works well - your clothes won't smell completely like hot pot on exit :). Wheelchairs and baby strollers would have no issue here. Parking is literally right outside in the expansive Lansdowne Centre parking lot.

New and improved menu. They've added freshly grilled BBQ beef and chicken seasoned with cumin to…read morethe regular AYCE menu. Very tasty. Service is always good. Sometimes things take a bit longer but all good. The only thing I question is why some of the hot pot items like beef balls and tofu are served at the sauce counter. It opens up to cross contamination. That's said, they do have some good cooked food in warmers, last night was braised beef.

Looks like Thumbs Up has renamed itself Liuyishou. I assume it's the restaurant, as the new logo is…read morealso "thumbs up". Free parking is available in the strip mall lot. Be sure to register your plate. The sauce station is still as epic as before. They now have an AYCE option, which sure beats a la carte. Looks like they have finally learned. Selection is quite excellent. Special mention to their golden chicken broth. This one is seriously delicious. Pork bown broth was pretty good too. No complaints. This place also includes some cold drinks (mango or strawberry) with AYCE, which is nice for washing stuff down. Meats are quite fresh. Seafood was good too. Looks like there's now a viable alternative to Happy Lamb. Friends and I left happy. Recommended.

Richmond has some very good restaurants for hotpot. Garden City Hotpot has been operating for…read morequite some time in Richmond has had earn my excellence reputation. People who hasn't try their dimsum for lunch should give a try. Their lunch dimsum menu has a variety selection and definitely worth a try to many food lovers.

Fresh beef on Thursday or join their group chat for diff time…read more Tried the salty egg congee base Geoduck good

So worth the AYCE FOR $55 A PERSON!!! Dimsum, sashimi if you had $5 and unlimited meat and items.read more

We enjoyed the food, although my friend and I preferred to order on a tablet like the Burnaby…read morelocation but that was fine. Service was good and prompt until the end. We paid our bills and was finishing up our ice cream when the server came up and asked multiple times if we have paid. We informed him that we did and he hovered over our table insinuating that we were trying to skip our on our bills. It was very bizarre as he was the one who took our payment and we assumed he can see that the meals have been paid on his tablet. It was a very unconfortable experience and ruined our evening.