Mala broth is always a winner, but this place is very mid and it shows. It's one of the only and oldest places in Worcester. Don't expect to be blown away, but you won't leave hungry. Good enough for the price and location. read more

Worcester is so lucky to have Chuan Shabu because it hits the spot every time and I don't have to travel far. The service is great. The servers are friendly and welcoming. They are super helpful and attentive. The ambiance is relaxed, but they have a bar so it can get fun. The Tom yum is the best base for seafood and it's consistent every time. You can get a single, double or triple broth pot. My only issue is that each broth has a cost so it can add up pretty quickly if you do, do more than one broth. read more

Chuan Shabu - Tom yum and mala soup bases - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

We regularly come here and have been to quite a few shabu/hot pot restaurants before. Service is always quick. I will say...today I wanted to recognize Taj. He is great at rapport building, he's funny as heck and super responsive. Chuan is LUCKY to have him! As far as the food- the spicy broths and curry are our favorites. And I love the fact that they have an executive menu where you can choose MULTIPLE additions for your experience. One thing I didn't know I loved?? QUAIL EGGS!! Everything seems super fresh and the broths are excellent and flavorful. The restaurant itself is clean, cute and always playing great music. I hope this gem stays as a local staple as there aren't too many great shabu places around the Worcester area! read more

Chuan Shabu is a place I've been going to very often for quite some time now. It's only about 10-15 away from home and it always hits the spot when I'm craving hotpot but don't want to drive down to Boston. Their portions are HUGE for being AYCE, you get a DIY sauce bar that has many options to choose from to make a perfect dipping sauce, and it's a pretty good price to pay for their dinner menu. Meat quality is nice and their seafood is good too, but I don't get it often cause it does cause a stomachache sometimes. We always go for the super mala broth - don't be fooled by the name because it isn't as spicy as you think (at least for me). Service is ALWAYS amazing. My friends and family have gone so much, they remember everything! From our names to drink and food orders haha. Iris and Leo are hands down the sweetest. Taj is very funny - we rarely get him but he always cracks jokes to us and has a lively attitude. read more

Chuan Shabu - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Amazing experience cannot wait till we go back again tilhis week. And this time we will try the hotpot with so many choices going to be hard to choose as well as have to recommend to be very hungry as their portions are plenty. read more

As much as I'd love the hot pot here, I ordered the Chinese dishes for take out and I'm a little underwhelmed. The twice cooked porkbelly was bland and didn't really taste like anything. The chicken was not even spicy despite all those peppers! Chicken was actually a little dry and didn't seem freshly fried. The crab Rangoons were the best part, can't go wrong with crab Rangoons! Overall, this was a little disappointing compared to their hot pot. These sichuan was not sichuaning! read more

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Food was fresh and the service was really nice as it was our first time here! Our waitress explained everything well. The meat and seafood was delicious! I highly recommend the Mala broth! We did not know the broths costs extra. read more

Unexpectedly good all-you-can-eat hot pot in Worcester. Really friendly waitstaff. Casual atmosphere. I would definitely go back again.

Went there for all you can eat lunch with my husband-fast service and the wait staff were all so polite and helpful. Come hungry! Tons of options with hot pot add ins (meat, veg and noodles/rice). They also have a make your own sauce bar with tons of options. I'm a vegetarian and the staff were super helpful about letting me know which items and sauces may have fish sauce in them read more

Chuan Shabu - Kimchi and Tom yum broths - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Food: They have ACYE hot pot style, with many fresh vegatables & protien selction. We choose the Tom-Yom & Super Mala broth which were decent, it could use more depth and seasoning to enhance the overall experience. The super mala wasn't as spicy as I thought and the Tom Yom just didnt have that bold, herbal flavors. Adding extra seasonings like a little extra spice or herbs or even better peppers could enhance better flavors. They do have a sauce section where you can grab it yourself and add to your brooth or use it as dipping. The selection of protein with a few premium is avaliable is solid, but the taste in quality just did not meet my expecatation as it was a bit tough. All the vegatables were fresh, and seafood was well prepared which I enjoyed. I also had thier noodles & crab rangoons for take-out which was rather dry, so perhaps take out wouldn't be my thing to do here. I gave this place another chance, and it is better than the last time. Overall, its a solid option to go to satisfy the craving during the colde season. Service: The service was fine, most staff tend to mind thier business and will arrive when you need something. Most of this is a help yourself kind of thing when it comes to cooking your own food or getting your own sauces. I believe they can be more attentive when needed. Ambiance: It recently just featured moremodern decor with touches of traditional elements that reflect its hot pot theme. The space is designed for communal dining, with large tables that encourage sharing and socializing. Warm lighting and vibrant colors create an inviting environment, making it a great spot for gatherings, Location accommodation: They have a parking right to the right of the resturant but you can park in the TD bank lot and walk right over. read more

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Ordered from Chuan Shabu because it was open on the later side. It looks like it's open until 11pm on the weekends if you're in a pinch. The menu is thick and contains an entire vegetarian section, which I appreciate. As far as their appetizers go, they have egg rolls, tofu TEMPURA which is intriguing, a thousand different kind of wings, peking ravioli, crab rangoon, scallion pancakes but dumplings are noticeably absent. They also have some stuff that makes vegetarians like me shift around in their seat like frog legs, beef and pork tongue, and tripe. I just hope the tripe is on a different shelf in the fridge from the veggies and tofu. Yelp is now asking if I "got any more to add?" lmao I just got started! They have essentially every szechuan category you could want (coming from a white person) and I can see from other reviews they have good hot pot. I was never partial to burning the shit out of my mouth because I have no patience but I BELIEVE they have that as an option for delivery too. However, I am not sure how that would fare swishing around in the driver's car en route to your place. We ordered scallion pancakes, kung pao tofu, and basil fried rice with tofu. I also haven't had bubble tea in AGES so I decided to treat mah'self. I shouldn't need to tell you that I ordered taro because if you don't get taro, did you really even get bubble tea? Scallion pancakes- not as crisp as I would like, the dough is pretty raw and it fails the flap-back-and-forth test. As far as the taste goes, it satisfies my scallion pancake craving. Basil fried rice- absolutely delicious. I approve of the vegetable to rice ratio. I do think a sizable portion of its deliciousness is that it is VERY salty, beware if you're watching your blood pressure. I also like the option to add tofu, which isn't available for the regular veggie fried rice. Don't tell the basil growing on my porch. Kung Pao Tofu- I'm not super familiar with kung pao, I don't usually order it, so I can't speak for it as far as relative to other kung paos but this is GOOD. There is a ton of sauce mingling around with the peanuts and veggies and things. Just like in the basil fried rice, I like the ability to add tofu here, and the tofu at this place is very good. It's more rectangular than cube-like and it's fried perfectly. I still can't get the thought of tripe out of my head tho. Taro bubble tea- CRACK. Seriously, you don't need to pick up drugs if you have a place that sells this shit in your vicinity. read more

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Oh man! I cannot figure out where to start!!! Alright, THIS PLACE RULES! I've been comin' here for a while and it's always been amazing every time and they are SO good to me when I go! I usually always have hotpot when I go, but ordering from the menu never disappoints! If I'm gonna order apps, the 'goons and frog legs are my go-to. For the hotpot, Tom yum and the kimchi are my broths of choice. The beef tripe has always been a favorite for me, across allllllll different types of dishes. Alongside the tripe, I've been starting to get the beef tongue lately, real tasty. Don't leave 'em in the broth though, they'll get real tough/chewy. A few long swishes in the rumbling broth should do the trick :) And, the best part of hotpot- Pickin' out the sauces. It is a bit overwhelming when you first go, but DONT WORRY!!! You'll find what you like! Here's mine, try it out if you're looking for some ideas. *grab a bowl* Oyster sauce, ginger soy, bbq(not what you're thinking), garlic, soy, hot oil, hoisin, fish sauce and a few scallions. Great for everything, meats, seafood, veg! Hope this sparks the interest of a curious eater and helps someone who's a bit nervous for their first time hotpot visit! Cheers! read more

Chuan Shabu - Beef tongue Crab legs Japanese tofu Bok Choy Napa Cabbage Bean Sprouts Beef tripe Quail Eggs Wood Ear Mushrooms - A table features a hot pot meal with sliced beef, shrimp, and vegetables such as Napa cabbage and bok choy. There are two pots of broth, one with a spicy mala broth. Additional ingredients like tofu, bean sprouts, and cheese are on the table. A person is using chopsticks, and a bottle of green beverage is visible. The setting appears to be a modern restaurant with a dark table and seating. - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Its like the only couple hot pot places in town of Worcester. I would think that this place is great already. Pretty authentic and etc. I mean they even have sauce bar. I do know some places you have to pay extra for sauces. The price is fair for what they have to offer $25 to 30. If I remember. I came while visiting my friend in town. We came here for lunch before I left that day back to Seattle. It wasn't busy when we got there so we got seated right away. There couple of kind of broth you can pick and choose from. Some cost extra some don't. They have huge varieties of options of meat, seafood, veggie, and weird stuff you can choose from. Overall, I would be back here again. I mean it's a college town middle of no where. If they even have hot pot shop I would be happy. I remembered when my college town don't have anything authentic from my culture. Sucks but it is what it is. Great place to go for cold/rainy weather as well. read more

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If I could rate higher than 5 stars, I would! I can't even begin to describe how amazing the service was. Taj (I hope i spelled your name right) was incredible. I wish every server was like him. The food is also delicious!! I highly recommend this to anyone who is in the area. So incredible. I also want to mention how clean and refreshing this place is. read more

Chuan Shabu - people eating at a restaurant - A restaurant table features a large boiling hot pot divided into spicy and mild broth sections, surrounded by various ingredients such as vegetables, seafood, and meats. Side dishes include rice, dipping sauces, and vegetables. Diners are seated around the table, engaging in eating and cooking food in the hot pot. The setting appears to be a modern dining environment with multiple patrons enjoying their meal. - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Nice find, all you can eat, excellent food, service. Comfortable tables and seating, positive for sure. read more

Chuan Shabu - Bowl of Shabu - A metal hot pot contains a broth with vegetables such as leafy greens, corn, and sliced squash, along with seafood including squid rings. The broth appears to be simmering, with bubbles and herbs floating on the surface. In the background, a small bowl of rice and a basket of greens are partially visible. The setting suggests a dining experience focused on hot pot cuisine. - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Great service great food amazing place to have a good time and good dinner love it the servers are friendly and educated you with the menu thanks again I will definitely come back... read more

Food and service was awesome! Would absolutely recommend this little ramen restaurant!

Good is an understatement. I truly enjoyed everything. I was unsure of the kung pao chicken because it looked nothing like what I have seen in the past (it was simply fried chicken pieces in a container with a side container of rice) but the chicken was juicy and seasoned very well. The pad Thai was also seasoned well with a delicious hint of sweetness that made it quite appealing. While not my favorite, the Szechuan chicken was good too. The only issue I had was making the order. I tried to order online but their system kept freezing and rejecting the order. After 15 minutes I decided to call. I kept getting a busy signal until the 4th try and then was put on hold for 5 minutes until they finally took my order. What a shame it was so hard to make an order, because the food is 5 star quality. read more

My daughter and I are big fans of hot pot. Everything about this place was wonderful. The broths and meats were great. The service was exceptional. I'll definitely be back whenever I'm in the area. read more

I can't speak to any details about this restaurant with regards to interior, cleanliness, service because I got their food on an Uber Eats delivery. I will say however that the food was fine. Nothing special but certainly quite serviceable for Chinese food. They do make a basil fried rice which was quite good and I've never had anything like that before so I would give them a good plus for that but the wonton soup was under par. Very much like dishwater with a few doughy wontons floating around inside. They also did not include the requested crispy noodles that I had requested. I would go back and try a few more menu items and do another review. read more

Horrible manners from the manager/front desk girl. Bad business ethics and rude customer service. I was there a few weeks ago with a large group of friends and our bill was over $1300. We had a reservation for 7:30. Come to check in she said we don't take reservations and we were doing you a "FAVOR". If you don't take reservation then just tell us when we called. What FAVOR are you doing for us when we bring you business that was over $1300? The food quality is not even good. I love supporting the local business but not this one for sure. read more

Great service! The authentic Sichuan food is very, very good. Bring a friend as the serving portions are large! If you choose hot pot, be ready for a great experience. read more

I went here a few weeks ago. I had never had Hot Pot before. The service was good. The food was very good. There was a bit of a wait and it was very crowded. The parking was a little difficult. But I would certainly go back again. It was a good experience. read more

Went for hot pot and it was around 40-45 dollars a person. Food was good, but bathroom was absolutely dirty. Rusted trash can, dirt and dust on the floor. This made me cringe when I got back to my seat and I started to think that if they allowed the bathroom to be this dirty, how do they keep the kitchen- which is hidden from public view! Please notice the details! They matter read more

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Very long wait time so you know it's good. Service is fast and the food is good. It's very straight forward and you will leave stuffed cause it's ayce. read more

This was a super cute, modern, clean spot with creative, delicious food. A really great find.

Tasty! Got a delivery of sizzling tofu, with string beans and hot oil added. Very fresh- and it was cool that there were jalapeños in there too. read more

Chuan Shabu - Delivery- S39. Sizzling Tofu - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Pricey but really enjoyable! This is one of our favorite spots for a date night. So yummy, and easy to eat a full meal that is both delicious and healthy. I wish they took reservations. read more

I really enjoy Chuan Shabu! I grew up in Worcester, but no longer live here. Whenever I came back (pre-COVID), my family tried to make it a point to come here to enjoy ourselves. The meats are delicious: good quality and sliced perfectly thin. Veggies are always fresh - we haven't received a plate of bad, old, or limp veggies yet! And the drinks, oof, they are STRONG! You'll enjoy yourself with a few drinks! The sauce bar is a nice addition and allows you to customize your dipping sauce. They used to just give you the basic hot pot sauces, but I love the self-serve option since I like to add a bit of vinegar and extra spices that weren't previously offered. The prices vary based on the time you go. Weekday lunches are slightly cheaper, but miss out on certain meats like salmon and long crab legs. You can order those at lunch, but know that your bill will go to dinner pricing. Dinner and weekend pricing are the same level and include all of the basic meats. You can update your proteins to Kobe beef or more expensive salmon for an a la carte price. I've never done it, but I'm sure it's delicious. I've only visited once since COVID and it was recently (June 2021), so regulations have eased a bit. They still seem safe: wiping things down and requiring masks when away from table (e.g. going to get the dipping sauce and going to bathroom). This is easily one of the go-to hot pot places in central MA for my family. Would recommend! read more

I was addicted as soon as I tried Hot Pot and now frequently this location weekly and have started making it at home! Food here is amazing and each visit there is always at least one group of first timers and I love watching people experience it for the first time. All you can eat for about $26/person with a paid per item menu available on request. The selection is a bit low compared to other places but the quality is there. Some items like the Kobe Beef, Rib Eye or Short Rib are more but definitely worth it IMO. I always go for the basic and Tom Yum broth but they offer a few. Compared to the other local options not in Boston...yes they do tend to offer additional cuts of beef (fatty beef included) and the addition of appetizer items for about the same price, but I prefer the broth, meat quality and vegetables at Chaun Shabu. I do wish they included another type of beef but they probably know people like myself will still order the extra prime meats. Service CAN BE slow when busy. They sometimes have few staff members and full tables so if you see its busy I recommend ordering your next round of food before you finish whats on your table if you don't want to wait, seriously they wont mind if your going to eat it and you wont have to wait. Hot Pot is also about the experience though so if get some down time between rounds just chat and have a drink! FYI - those mentioning the lack of a sauce bar I think they may have read the reviews as they now have added a *NEW* sauce bar! Its small but offers a good variety and a much improvement from the last small setup. I love the new addition of the ginger sauce and cilantro! read more

Chuan Shabu - Kobe Beef, Chicken, beef & pork! - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

What an awesome place! Great food for a good price. I eat here regularly because I enjoy it so much.

The food was great, the service could use some help. waitress was rude from the moment we sat down and had no patience with us, what so ever. ordered sides for my son to eat and then because he ate a piece of corn from the hot pot they charged us for the whole kids hot pot... over a small piece of corn. ‍ aside from the rude waitress though, everything really was delicious and the drinks were good. read more

We went in after a long day at work for a quick bite. The vegan selection is slim but they offer a few things. The place itself seems run down and in need of an update. The chairs at the bar all seem to be broken. Our server was nice but struggled with even getting me the right drink. We had to send our food back twice because it had egg even though we asked for it without. The server was very apologetic. It smells very fishy in there which almost made us leave but we decided to stick it out. The restaurant next door is a lot nicer with better selections for the same price or less. read more

I had a really good experience at Chuan Shabu. $20 for AYCE lunch is a good deal. Additional charge for special broths. (between $3 - 5) You can choose up to 3 broths, but my friend and I opted for two. (herbal & malay) The Malay broth was flavorful but not too spicy. The Herbal broth was okay, nothing too impressive. There are a variety of options to try for meats, vegetables, and seafood items. My favorites included the shrimp dumplings, meats (lamb, angus sirloin, beef tripe), and fish tofu. For sauces, they provide you a list to choose from and they bring you them in separate plates. I preferred dipping with the BBQ sauce and hot chili oil. For a drink, I ordered a Lychee Bellini martini to complement my meal. Next, interior-wise, I expected the restaurant to be larger, however, I think the decor is nice and the ambiance is a good setting for groups, especially since it closes later than other restaurants. The service was also great and attentive as well. The restaurant, although not very spacious, was also very hygienic. Overall, I would return for lunch again but would also like to visit for dinner for more seafood options. read more

Chuan Shabu - A divided hot pot contains two types of broth, one clear and the other spicy with chili and cheese toppings. Surrounding the hot pot are plates of sliced meats, vegetables, and mushrooms, along with a small bowl of dipping sauce. The setting appears to be a restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a dark table surface and chairs in the background. - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

The place is a gem! Great service, clean, fresh, large variety and decently priced! If we are ever in this area, we will 100% drop in. Wish they were closer to Boston. Until next time!!! read more

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Felt so good to be back! Love that they has disposable dish sets. It is definitely more hygienic and totally with the extra $1. Service is good, food is good. Totally worth it read more

Chuan Shabu - They come with wrapped throwaway utensils - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Try to go there for dinner, I was told I had to wait 20 minutes for table for two, when they're two open tables. It should first come first serve! Not we don't have table for two. read more

This place is small but they have lots of great menu items, I don't see at other hot pot place. They also have cooked food you can order. The service was mediocre, we were ignored most of time even though all the tables beside us were attended several times. read more

Chuan Shabu - Hot Pot Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

This place gets my vote for the best hot pot in the MA and RI area. No hot pot place is perfect. Many are on the costlier end, some are more limited on menu options, and others are weak on the broth or sauce options. The broth at Chuan Shabu isn't as flavorful as other places and you are charged for each one you get. However, the menu gives far more choices than other spots and the food doesn't taste as if it's been sitting at the back of a freezer for a long period of time. There is a wide assortment of meat, seafood, and vegetable options. Best of all, crab legs and salmon are included in the AYCE during dinner time. The flounder is my personal favorite. While some places have gone up in price over time, Chuan Shabu's price is great for what you get. The service is very friendly. They can get stretched thin on some nights since they do get quite busy, so there can be some waiting. Parking is now limited as well and you may need to go around back close to the bank area. However, out of the many places I've tried in the Providence and Boston area, this is the only hot pot restaurant I will keep returning to. read more

I've been going here for two years and it's the best hot pot I've ever had. I have tried five other restaurants that have hot pot that are closer to me but none of them are nearly as good. The soup condiment bar is great and the ginger soy sauce is amazing. The prices are fair and the flavors are excellent. I drove all the way from Providence to Worcester to get this hot pot. read more