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3.6 (223 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Good for kids

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Jess M.

Come hungry!!!!!!! Good deal for the amount of food you get at this local spot for hot pot! It's worth the splurge because you can stay as long as you want during operating hours of course, and the portion sizes they bring you are huge! Try it all! Plenty of free parking! Service was friendly and our waitress tried hard!

Zara T.

Loved this place! It's a bit of a hole in the wall, tucked into a shopping center that seems to be struggling a bit. As is the case, there's plenty of parking in the area. When we went, they were not accepting reservations, though it's not clear if that was a situational thing or if that's how it always is. There were plenty of tables, so it all worked out. They have a full bar, and had some drink specials, even on a Saturday night. When you sit down, you will find a piece of paper with all the ingredients you can choose. We selected 2 broths, Tom Yum and House, and then several meats, fish and veggies. I especially appreciated that the Ingredients were grouped by how long they should cook in the broth. Once you've made your selections, they will bring out a pot to set on the hot plate. Then they'll bring out your selections! Remember, you can cook things a little at a time. No need to throw everything in at once. This is a nice group or date meal/experience. I would also recommend going in person to this restaurant, rather than takeout, given the experience element!

Dumplings, spinach, mushrooms, potatoes
Leslie H.

In the words of my daughters, this dining experience was a 10/10! The food was delicious! Everything was fresh and proportioned just right. The broths were seasoned well. This food was so good and we ate to our heart's delight! The ambiance is laid back and can accommodate multiple persons per group. This experience would be best with two or more people. The service was amazing. James, the host was fantastic as was Malika, our server. Malika was personable and knowledgeable about the experience. She was awesome!

Meng H.

Boiling Pot I was taken here by a friend. Nice decor. The pots were huge and the meat and vegetables were fresh. Really nothing to complain about. I've been to many Hotpot establishments and this one is a solid restaurant. Our waiter was excellent. Overall a good experience. One last thing, the white rice bowl was huge. Nice. Not AYCE but decent. Recommended.

Chicken and pork
Danielle D.

First time. Ada took care of us. She was very nice and informative. Very attentive as well. The restaurant was kind of busy when we got there but the food came out quickly. Everything was very good and huge portions. The broth had amazing flavor and everything seemed fresh. Would def be coming back.

a combination of ingredients in the broth: spicy sezchuan and miso.
Nouria E.

walking into the restaurant with little to no knowledge of how hotpot works, i'd be lying if i said i wasn't intimidated. our wait was brief, thankfully, as i have the anxiety of an anxious squirrel on a highway. right off the bat, our server, dallas, was warm and welcoming. honestly, she made the experience even better. drinks were always full, she wasn't overbearing... girl knew what she was doing. as for the food, we chose our broths and ingredients; we had so many options. for $30/person, i was pleased with the amount of food we were given. it was fresh, vibrant, and so real. 11/10. the one thing that initially made me hesitant about the restaurant was its look. overall, it's outdated and a bit drab. the music was... cringe, tables are kind of scrunched together, it was easy to listen in on other conversations, but this didn't affect me much. i definitely recommend this place for hotpot. it's a little hole-in-the-wall, but the food is totally worth it.

All you can eat seafood
Charmaine S.

Decided I wanted unlimited seafood today and the Boiling Pot was the perfect place. As soon as I ordered my food came out in about 15 mins If that long. I couldn't even order another round because it was so much food. I've been here a few times and I enjoy all options and I will return.

Hot pot
Caroline K.

Highly recommend coming here! Such a fun experience. You pay about $35 for all you can eat and the food is so good! Our waiter was so nice and we had such an amazing experience. That atmosphere is pretty laid-back but the cooking style is so cool that this is a great spot for dates or special events.

Very frozen seafood. Unusual.
Monica M.

Been to many hot pot restaurants from North Carolina to California and this was one of my least favorite. Service was pretty much non-existent, food quality was mediocre and no sauce station? What?! Unheard of. We saw that there wasn't a sauce station so we ordered some sauces from the menu, they NEVER came and we didn't see our waitress until the end of the meal and at the point the sauce was no longer needed. Yes, they give you some basics like Chinese bbq sauce, garlic, very watered down peanut sauce, onions and soy sauce but where was the vinegar? Ponzu? Sesame oil? Oh and order what you want at the beginning because they won't be back to ask you if you want anything more. What was really mind boggling was the frozen solid seafood. The meatballs were frozen together in a block of ice, the oysters are the frozen kind you get from the Korean market in a freezer section and the shrimps were the frozen kind too. The shrimps had no flavor at all. The beefs we ordered were okay but the pork belly was not good. Crab Rangoon was decent but the gyoza needed seasoning on the meat. It's sad to say that at a hot pot restaurant the only decent thing was the crab Rangoon. If you don't know hot pot, this place will probably do. But if you do, you'll be disappointed. If you do go, don't forget to get the veggie essentials for the your hot pot: watercress, tong ho, baby bok choy and Chinese cabbage.

Ingredients for dipping sauce(not a lot of variety but does make a delicious sauce)
Vy N.

If you're looking for AYCE hot pot, this is the place in Charlotte to go. They also serve seafood boil and Asian entrees, which I've never personally had. When you get hot pot, you get to choose your broth, meats, seafood, veggies, noodles, and any appetizers. We got the Tom Yum broth split with the House broth. Both broths were tasty, the Tom Yum was nice and tangy. You're given a plate of ingredients to make your dipping sauce, which results in a tasty sauce, however I would prefer a bigger selection of ingredients. Everything came out at once and categorized(meats, veggies, seafood). All you gotta do is boil the food until fully cooked, dip it in your dipping sauce and enjoy! Everything tasted really good. The only critique I had was that despite not being busy during lunch, the server only checked on us once and the hot pot broth never got refilled with stock as it evaporated from the pot, but by then, we were wrapping up our meal. COVID precautions noticed: tables were distanced at least 6ft, staff and patrons were masked, and giant bottles of sanitizer all around the bar for use. If you're craving hot pot and you're in the Northlake area of Charlotte, this is a good place to stop by.

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Are any of the broths gluten free? I love hot pot and have been dying to go, but am celiac.

Update: I called the Boiling Pot and was told that the customer should indicate to the server that he or she need gluten-free options and accommodations will be provided.… 

Are you guys vegan friendly?

They have lots of vegan options!

Is single person welcome?

Yes of course

Are you guys doing dine in?

Yes they are and it was pretty full because of the reduced tables

Looking at the menu it seems all to be a la carte. But the website says it's $27.50 for all you can eat. Can anyone please let me know what it really is? Reviews are not very clear. And is it up by Northlake?…

All you can eat is off of the hot pot (aka Chinese founder) menu which comes with apps and dessert! Think melting pot.. but unlimited :) super close to Northlake mall

What's the difference between the boiling pot and the melting pot restaurants?

These restaurants are not affiliated in any way. The Boiling Pot is more of an Asian Fusion restaurant focused on asian style "Hot Pot" meals. They have a fairly wide array of options for the contents of the hot pot including the broth(s), noodles,… 

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KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

3.8(150 reviews)
18.1 mi

We came here to celebrate my friend's birthday and the food was great! When we arrived only three…read morepeople in our party out of the five were there and we were told that we could not be seated until our entire party was there. They have booth benches you can sit on while you wait and they have a variety of claw machines you could play on while you wait as well. We were seated once our entire party was there and our waiter came to the table quickly and explained to us throughly how the processes worked. He told us we could order food from him and on the tablet they gave our table. We decided to do hot pot and bbq. They also have some buffet options such as kimchi, cucumber kimchi, different sauces and they also give you tips on how to make some sauces, salad options and other things as well! This place is big for large groups! Our waiter was kind and helpful! If you do not want to eat but want to sit there with your friends or family make sure you make it very clear to the host or hostess and the waiter or they will charge you. We had a friend who did not want to eat but came to celebrate and she told the waiter but was informed at the end that she needed to tell the host or hostess. They did not have her pay but we were told next time we would need to do so. Overall, the experience was good.

Revisited for a late lunch...and noticed some changes, but not necessarily for the better…read more For one, I noticed that their entranceway is now super-cluttered...and just kind of a big mess! I wonder why they had so much clutter up front?? Just did not make a good impression as you walked in. Then the music...it's no longer K-Pop, but Rap (or heavier Hip Hop?). I've never been to a KBBQ restaurant that didn't play K-Pop...so that was a bit offputting (for me). Not only did it betray the theme of the restaurant (K-Pot??), I just thought it made the vibe feel a bit too hard and intense...not as chill and relaxing as before. Then the menu. Seemed that they got rid of the desktop menu...which I kinda liked. With my verbal orders, there were some mistakes. They brought out 2 orders of Spicy Fish and 2 orders of Calamari...which just made the table busier than it needed to be. Still, my waitress was fairly attentive...so no issues after that. I ordered my fave items...Spicy Bulgogi, Beef Brisket, Spicy Fish and Calamari, along with Pineapple and Broccoli. Plus, there's the AYCE table with side dishes and sauces...which made the whole experience busier than it needed to be?? Still, one of the strengths of this place is its abundance of side veggies! I enjoyed the meal...but I missed a few options normally found in more authentic Korean BBQ restaurants. Unfortunately, I felt that the ambiance was way off this time (messy entrance, harsh overhead music)...plus I think the A/C was off (or on too low). Sorry, but must dock a star this time.

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Yiding Hot Pot

Yiding Hot Pot

3.8(78 reviews)
18.2 mi

Yiding Hot Pot is an interactive and communal experience in a casual environment. That's what the…read moreadult in me is quoting. The child in me says "Wow! We get to play with our food and have a fun time with our family and friends all while making a mess! Plus, robots!" There are so many dining choices to make here but we really can't go wrong especially since it's "all you can eat". Pick a broth (simple? mild? umami? spicy? very spicy?), and then select among literally dozens of raw meats, seafood, veggies, tofu and noodles to cook in it. Each person gets their own pot, so be selfish and choose your pleasure. Order some dumplings or other dim sum "appetizers" Order various sashimi or sushi rolls. Go to the cold bar and stock up on Asian salad options and various dipping sauces. For us big kids beer, wine, sake and soju are also available. Then as the broth in the buckets boil in front of us start adding and scooping out ingredients. Eat. Repeat. Did I say robots? The food is delivered to the tables by these cutesy things. Just don't stiff the bots on tips - I hear they'll run you down and tase you (just kidding - I think). Did I say messy? Seriously, don't wear nice clothes. Broth gets distributed, well, pretty much everywhere. Needless to say, Yiding Hot Pot is a place best enjoyed with a group. Approved and recommended for children of all ages!

This place was a really fun dinner. We had never been there so we needed a bit of help navigating…read morethrough the process. Our server was amazing and patient and helpful. The robot delivery was fun but beware you don't get in their way or you may get bumped! Fun atmosphere and delicious food made for a great experience! The hot bar food was delicious! Definitely recommend! Two thumbs way up

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Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle - E1. Popcorn Chicken

Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle

4.7(90 reviews)
19.5 mi•Ballantyne
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Went to eat with my coworker who recommended this place as serving authentic Chinese cuisine. I…read morecould not pass up that opportunity as Asian cuisine is in my top three. It's very rare for me to do a review and not have pics to accompany it but from entrance to exit I don't think I liked my phone up once. Coworker's company was great but the food really made for a great experience. In addition to that having my coworker speak to the culture of the food made it all the more appreciated. I definitely can't say enough good words about the food and the service and the overall experience. Five stars is all I can give but if there were more this restaurant would well deserve it. Next time I'll have to get pics

Great authentic Chinese Hot Pot place! The food is fantastic and the service fast and efficient…read moreplus the atmosphere is cool! The prices are very reasonable for the quality of food served! I have eaten here many times and I have tried virtually everything on the menu. With that said, here is my take on it. Everything that I have tried has been delicious! For cold appetizers, I am a big fan of the Black Fungus W. Vinegar Sauce, Cold Spicy Sour Cucumber and the Spicy Beef Tendon. For hot appetizers, everyone raves about the Popcorn Chicken and I concur that it's very good! I really like the Frled Pork Gyoza too. For the main course, they have some rice dishes, but the main focus is the hot pot soups. They bring out a 300°F Stone bowl of broth (in an insulated pot holder) and the ingredients to put in it. You put the meat and lettuce in first, then the other ingredients and the noodles last then wait for "10 seconds"thus the name of the restaurant. I have tried all of the broths and they are all good depending on your tastes. The original broth is the bass broth. Then they add things to the other others to differentiate them. My favorites are the Tomato Soup (especially with Beef Flank) and Spicy Soup. If you like things VERY spicy, they can bring you some cut Thai peppers. The wait staff are patient are very helpful in guiding patrons. They understand that this is a new experience for them. They also pay attention to their customers eating habits. One time when I went in, they noticed that I added lots of chili peppers and chili oil to my food. That's when she said she could bring me some very hot fresh chili peppers. Charlotte is truly blessed to have so many great authentic Chinese body shops popping up all over town! I highly recommend this place! Cheers!

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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

3.9(277 reviews)
9.1 mi•Uptown

Went here for a quick lunch with the family. Was concerned that there wouldn't be a lunch option as…read morethe place is known for its bbq and it can be pretty pricy. Fortunately they had small platters, ramens, soups, and other dishes you can choose from if you do not want the bbq. The place is pretty clean, the service is fast. Don't believe I had to wait more than 10 minutes for the food to be served. The server is also very kind as she not only made sure we were taken care of, but also explained things about each dishes like the stone bowl and how it was affect my meal. The parking to the place is behind the shop and though you have to register for the spot where you park, it isn't costly (was free when we went).

I had bookmarked Gyu-Kaku for lunch because they advertised a happy hour special on LA kalbi--one…read moreof my favorite comfort foods. I've enjoyed Korean barbecue many times, so when I saw the price, I thought I had found a great midday option. Unfortunately, the experience didn't live up to expectations. The happy hour kalbi turned out to be four small pieces of meat for $9.95, which I had to cook myself. A bowl of rice was an additional charge, and there were no sides, vegetables, soup, or salad included. I left the restaurant still hungry, which is never a good sign after lunch. What disappointed me most was the lack of guidance and hospitality. As someone new to Japanese-style barbecue, I asked a few simple questions to understand what I was ordering. When I confirmed this was the happy hour portion, the server said yes--but didn't explain the serving size or suggest additional items. A little coaching would have gone a long way. At one point, when I asked whether the meal came with sides like banchan or rice, I was told, "This is not Korean barbecue." I completely understand the distinction now, but the tone felt curt rather than helpful. Hospitality is about helping guests navigate something unfamiliar, not making them feel like they should already know. I also ordered iced water with lemon, and the lemon never arrived...only the ice water. Was this an omen of what's to come?? Another frustration was the parking situation. I paid for parking through ParkMobile outside the restaurant, only to discover after entering that parking validation was available inside. That information would have been much more useful if it had been communicated clearly before guests park or pay. From a customer experience standpoint, it feels like something that could easily be improved with better signage--lead with the good stuff. The location itself is also somewhat isolated. While technically in Uptown, it's not in a particularly walkable or high-traffic area, so most guests will need to park in a garage or pay for street parking. There isn't much nearby other than an apartment complex above the restaurant, which makes clear parking instructions and strong service even more important. To be fair, the restaurant was clean, and the meat itself was flavorful. The concept of Japanese BBQ is interesting, and I now understand that this style is very different from Korean BBQ, with smaller, à-la-carte portions designed to be built into a meal. That said, the overall experience felt transactional rather than welcoming. I left hungry--and disappointed--not because of the food quality, but because the service and communication could have been better at several points along the way. This visit felt like a missed opportunity. With a little more attentiveness, clearer guidance, and stronger customer engagement, the experience could have been completely different. Don't let one restaurant deter you. Life is short--get out there and eat.

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Let's Meat Kbbq

Let's Meat Kbbq

4.3(637 reviews)
9.1 mi•South End
•$$$

The best KBBQ in Charlotte. The place is great and has great service. Beef Brisket, Dumplings,…read moreSteak, & Jalapeño Pork Belly are a must. Great vibe, no rush with the two hours given, and close to uptown and other areas of Charlotte to enjoy before or after dinner at Let's Meat. Parking lot can get full but there is close parking nearby that cost $3 for two hours on "Park It" app. Never a bad experience.

So I went to this restaurant all the time in my early twenties. It was very warm and inviting. The…read morelighting was bright but warm and the booths were this beautiful wood. The prices were still $30 a head. I don't think there was a time limit for how long you could stay then. Now it's $40 a head (which inflation.... I get it) with a two hour limit. My main issue is the ambiance is horrible!!! They painted the big wooden booths with this cheap sticky black paint that's slowly coming off. I was wearing shorts and it was PAINFUL if I got up too quickly. The lighting is cold and uncomfortable. It's not a welcoming place to dine anymore. A completely depressing environment. Everything looks like it's in disrepair and being very poorly maintained. The quality of the meats has gone down as well. The sides were not fresh. Especially the cucumbers. This is no hate to the staff but almost everyone that worked there seemed miserable as well. They did a great job but it just seemed like they all were sad for some reason. I truly think it's the environment. I would hate working at such a depressing restaurant. The staff were attentive and consistently checking on us. They never left us alone for too long! There was one guy with glasses that was exceptional. He was great with the small details of serving. Always pre bused something from the table every time he came by. If you're smart you will bump his hourly and make him a shift manager/ trainer. The staff is the reason I'm not giving one star. Korean culture is vibrant and fun! Please hang up some art work and posters. Hire someone to remove that god awful sticky paint! Which I know you can't clean properly. Change the lightbulbs to warm lighting. Put out some fun decor on the tops of the booths. Make your restaurant into a place people naturally feel happy to be at. Paint over that black wall in the back and fill it from top to bottom with Korean art work as an accent wall! Or put in giant decorative shelves with plants and collectible Korean toys. DO ANYTHING FOR THE LOVE OF GOD.

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Let's Meat Kbbq - The spread of sides, sauces and garnishes you get without ordering anything beyond KBBQ!

The spread of sides, sauces and garnishes you get without ordering anything beyond KBBQ!

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KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Hot pot

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

4.0(86 reviews)
6.0 mi•University City

I really enjoy KPOT Korean BBQ, especially for their lunch specials! It's a great spot to enjoy a…read morevariety of food without spending too much. One of my favorite things is the sauce bar, where you can mix and create your own dipping sauces to complement your meal. I also appreciate that they offer a selection of appetizers and finger foods, which is perfect if you're dining with picky eaters or people who aren't as adventurous with Korean barbecue. While I've definitely been to other Korean barbecue restaurants that I feel offer better quality and flavor, KPOT is still a solid choice. The variety, interactive dining experience, and affordable lunch options make it a great place to visit with family or friends. Overall, it's not my favorite Korean BBQ spot, but it's definitely worth checking out, especially during lunch!

My family and I usually love hot pot and kbbq of any kind. I've honestly never been to one that I…read moredidn't like... until now. The food was meh. Seasoned poorly, brought out at weird times, and soup bases weren't great. (We've been twice and both times we've tried different bases, both times we've been disappointed). The only saving grace was that we could season things ourselves with sauces we made at the "buffet" area. The service, however, was the WORST part. Our waiter didn't turn our pots on, our grill on, and didn't check on us but once every 25ish minutes. Which would have been fine if the vent over top of our grill didn't fall onto our food- smashing it into the grill and burning food into the grill right when we got there. When I asked for more soup (twice), it took 30 minutes to come out. Not to mention the hostess had the WORST attitude. Right when we got there it was like she was angry she had to do her job and seat us. We had personally offended her by showing up to eat at her place of employment. I asked to be moved after we were sat right by the kitchen, where the food runners were coming out in very short intervals. Usually I wouldn't complain about being sat by the kitchen, but when the runners are coming in and out so often AND while a small child sits at our table, it reads as an obvious hazard. After asking her to be moved, you'd think I asked her to shoot a puppy. She was PISSED. I don't think I've been ANYWHERE with service worse than this. We will never be back and I'll be sure to tell our friends and family about the poor attitude and training of staff.

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KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - Spam, spicy calamari and beef bulgogi

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Lang Van

4.4(805 reviews)
8.7 mi•Eastland
•$$

From the outside, this may look like your typical "hole in the wall" -- **DO NOT let the outside…read moresway your opinion!! The food is amazing! We started with a "make your own spring roll," and our waitress took such joy in showing us the proper way to handle the rice paper and make the perfect roll. It made the experience so much fun! Then came our main meal -- a shrimp and chicken dish that was absolutely delicious. I honestly wished I could finish it because it was SO good, but there was so much food! And just when we thought the experience couldn't get any better, the owner (manager? I'm not sure!) came over with three small glasses and some red wine. She poured us each a glass, poured one for herself, gave us a Vietnamese "cheers," thanked us for coming in, and went on her way. It was such a simple, genuine gesture, but it made the whole experience. We honestly felt like family. **Amazing food, wonderful people, and definitely going into our monthly rotation!!**

Their ratings and reviews speak for themselves! Do not let…read morethe exterior fool you , this place is worth the visit!! The food does the talking though, this place is authentic and food is hot a fresh. We came on a Friday evening and it was so busy , which is a good sign, line was consistent of people waiting to be seated. You can tell regulars love this spot. I ordered the 109 (chicken stir fry with veggies and steamed rice) and 130 (special fried rice) I was over the moon about the flavor of the food, absolutely try Lang Van!!

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