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    4.4 (582 reviews)
    PriceyHot Pot, Korean, Soup
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Natalie T.

    3.8 stars!! A unique Korean inspired all you can eat shabu shabu spot with pyunbaek (steamed shabu meat with cabbage) this was something I've never had at a shabu spot so it gets bonus points for that! Broth: As an avid hot pot lover, the soup was just okay to me. The spicy Thai was tangy and too sweet for my liking, I thought it was gonna be similar to tom yum, but it wasnt. Spicy pork ended up being the better soup, can never go wrong with this! Meat: top blade is the best one! we tried wagyu, chuck roll and rib eye. If you are into more leaner meats, top blade is the one to get. For the steamed shabu meat, the chuck roll was my favorite! I think I prefer the steamed meat over the raw regular shabu meat! I would add a bit of salt and red pepper and pepper to the meat to season and it was yummy! Sauce: they have a variety of options here, their sesame sauce was a bit on the sweeter side which is different from other places (not my fav) but they have all the regular toppings you'd find, even a bottle of hot drops! Sides: the selection was pretty solid. Lots of ramen noodles on top shelf to add to your meat which is fantastic! Also seafood and other shabu noodles options were there overall not bad for ayce, I like the steamed meat the best would probably come back and order more of that than their shabu meat.

    Pyunbaek American Style Wagyu Beef Galbi Eye (beef belly)
    Felix Y.

    Had a great time at DPot. It's always our go-to spot for hot pot around Irvine, especially for their lunch deals. My wife really enjoys coming here, and we always leave satisfied. The meat quality is consistent, and there are plenty of options to choose from. We tried the Pyunbaek steamer, and the galbi eye is always a must. The fried pork belly was also excellent, especially with sesame oil, salt, and pepper. The food and service are always great, and the environment is friendly. For dessert, they served sikhye (sweet rice drink) slushieeeees ,which was refreshing after a heavy meal. Overall, one of the best shabu spots for us. Great price, great food, and always a place we come back to happy tummy happy wife

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    Justin D.

    I had a great experience at Dpot. If you're into all-you-can-eat shabu shabu, this spot really stands out. The broth selection is excellent. I went with the bulgogi broth and it was rich, flavorful, and something I'd definitely order again. One of the best parts is that everyone gets their own individual pot, which made me feel super sanitary. The meat quality and selection were impressive, with my favorites being the ribeye and top blade. Both were tender and packed with flavor. A unique touch here is the "stackers," a steamed version of the meats that adds a nice variation from the usual hot pot style. Service was also top notch, and the food came out very quickly, which made a big difference for an all-you-can-eat experience. They also offer dessert slushes to finish the meal. We tried both the pear and sweet rice flavors, and the pear was surprisingly sweeter and very refreshing. Parking is easy since it's in a shared shopping area, and there's plenty of space. The outside area is a nice bonus too, with a small play area for kids and a beautiful view of the lake and mountains.

    Vanessa G.

    Vibes: Bustling, modern hot pot atmosphere, dark and trendy Crowd: Quite busy, be prepared to put your name on the Yelp waitlist Menu: Simple AYCE menu, not a lot of customizability Value for price: 5/5 (pretty affordable for AYCE) Service: Quick, friendly Parking: Tons (Woodbridge shopping center) Came on a date to dPot on a Saturday night at prime time; we put our names on the Yelp waitlist and it ended up being 1hr of waiting. We just explored the shopping center while we waited. The restaurant itself is bustling, but cleaner than most hot pot places I've been too. The self-serve bar has noodles/seafood/vegetables, there's a sauce-mixing station (always has a small line), and some seasonings. Complimentary slush at exit. Otherwise you order at the table. Although the menu was fixed and there were limited meat options for dinner, the price was great for AYCE and the meat quality was not bad. You choose a broth/meat (1 choice per person) and a stacker (recommend the Half/Half Galbi eye/pork belly) and order as many "small bites" as you'd like. The porridge was fantastic; recommend saving that for last. Karaage and soba cold noodles were also a very nice addition to the hot pot itself. Great place for simple, reliable hot pot: just beware the $5 charge for excess leftovers :)

    Tiffany H.

    I'm so happy that I finally tried dPOT. We came on a Friday evening and waited 25-30 mins to be seated for a party of 4. I got the spicy pork broth and loved that everyone got their own pot. My favorite meat was the chuck eye roll. The quality of all the meats were so good! I also enjoyed the fried pork belly. The vegetable + seafood bar is not as extensive as other hotpot places but had everything I usually eat (kale, cabbage). The sauce bar is not my favorite but good enough to make one of the sauces I usually like (ponzu + garlic + cilantro + green onion). Overall, very solid spot and nice ambience.

    Christie N.

    Pretty good. I really liked the cooked meat and vegetables. Decent AYCE spot, I'd say their meat options are pretty limited to other places. I also really like pork / beef belly but the cuts were extremely fatty. This place is unique with a wide variety of packaged ramen. Broths were also pretty good.

    An C.

    How do I keep forgetting this place exists? Its so good! I've been here 3 times. Their Soba noodles on the side menu are surprisingly my new obsession! I never particularly loved soba until now. For an AYCE experience, their menu has good variety of sides that will keep you from getting bored from just AYCE hotpot. Aside from the standard hot pot items like seafoods, meats, veggies, and sauces - dPot also has a heaping variety of instant noodles you can grab to throw in your hotpot as well. I have only had great experiences here and the servers are cute and welcoming.

    American Style Wagyu Beef Galbi Eye (beef belly)
    Kelly J.

    Dpot absolutely understood the assignment. Ahhh I'm OBSESSED with the brisket jjim steamed, insanely tender, and literally melts in your mouth The flavor is deep, comforting, and perfectly balanced. The unlimited veggies are a huge win too--always fresh, crisp, and refilled constantly. You can really taste the quality in every bite. Service here is always good. They keep everything clean and service your needs! I love that they serve soju here. This is the kind of meal that warms your soul. Cozy, satisfying, and 100% crave-worthy. I'll be back... probably way too often.

    Sara L.

    One of the best Shabu/hot pot spots in Irvine. Meat quality is top tier and the choices for veggies and toppings are also great. The meat stackers were too salty for me so I would not order that again. Servers are nice and the restaurant is clean. Overall I recommend this spot!

    Karage!
    Anna T.

    It's hot pot season! Cold nights bring out the flannels and hot soup! I've been to the Buena Park location but haven't been here so we decided to check it out. Spacious waiting area outside with seats and playground. Also since it's winter there's an area that's decorated with Christmas lights. Very pretty in the evening! We got the Miso soup and bulgogi soup base. Bulgogi was pretty salty. Had to ask to add more veggie soup base to balance out the saltiness. Soup bases were super flavorful! You can actually taste the soup base on the meat you dip before even dipping into the sauces! Impressed! All the meats were actually really good. Forgot which one the server recommended, maybe the prime top blade? That was the best meat but try them all! The recommended dipping sauce on the sauce bar, one of it was good and another had a distinct taste yet I couldn't stop dipping in it. Appetizers were yummy and they also had ramen on top of the veggie bar to end your meal! I've never seen a hotpot pace providing ramen packages to be eaten there. So interesting! At the end of your meal they give you flavor slushie also. It was refreshing! Service was super attentive!

    Beef stacker
    Katie T.

    Not my favorite shabu place I've tried but what makes this place unique is the steamed meat stackers they offer. Note: they only offer pork and beef for the stackers. The veggies offered is quite limited compared to other AYCE shabu places. The sauce bar has alot of options though. The inside is a little dark and music is a little too loud to have a good conversation at least for me. The inside is spacious and service was excellent; our sever checked up on us frequently and was friendly. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here but if my friends wanted to go here I wouldn't be opposed.

    W. Maria K.

    This is my favorite place for unlimited shabu! I feel like this place gets better and better every time. A few of my favorite things about this place is definitely their beef belly stackers, the side dishes, such as their karaage, fried rice cakes, and the slushies as a treat in the end. Fun fact: now the sides and slushies are self served/buffet style located in the front, so you can grab as much or as little as you want. I think that is so convenient! However, I did miss their lemon pepper pork belly. They didn't have it the day we went. I also love their sauce station. I don't know what it is, but I really like their sauces and the option to customize the sauces. I also like how they have a bunch of different varieties of noodles where you can grab on top of the buffet area. And lastly, look at the meat quality!! This place hits the spot every time!!!

    maddie f.

    This will always be my go-to hot pot spot that I recommend to friends! I've been here way too many times, and it never disappoints. The quality of the meat is amazing, and there's such a great variety of options to choose from. My favorite cut is the chuck roll it's so good and always hits. My personal favorite broth is the spicy seafood, it's hands down the best. If you love spicy food, this is definitely the one to try. I also prefer this location over the BP one because the meat quality here is noticeably better. The service is always great; the staff takes such good care of us, and I've never experienced long waits or any issues. The interior is simple but really nice clean, cool, and super vibey. It has a chill atmosphere that makes you want to stay and enjoy the meal. Definitely give it a try if you ever want hot pot!

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    Can we sit as long as we want or do you guys have a time limit?

    1hour and half limit.

    How long is the wait?

    Never waited for the last 2 times I went. They have alot of seats.

    Does this place take reservations?

    We do not take reservations. Thank you

    Is your restaurant dog friendly?

    we do have outdoor patio if you come with your dog.

    Open for Thanksgiving?

    I would call the restaurant and confirm. I'm leaning towards yes but call and check.

    Are kids under 3 still free?

    yes~

    Do you make your soup broth from bone, vegetables, meat, etc. from powder?

    we use actual beef, bone, vegetables to make our own soup.

    Is Friday considered weekday or weekend price?

    Still the weekday price.

    Is lunch special same for weekends?

    the lunch special is only for weekdays.

    Do you guys take reservations?

    no we do not take reservations

    How much for an 18 month old?

    kids under 3 years old is free.

    Price for lunch & dinner? Do they take reservations?

    $25.99 adults $14.99 kids (Lunch) $33.99 adults $18.99 kids (dinner, includes weekends)

    You say you do t use nuts in anything but is it a peanut sauce because my daughter is highly allergic to peanuts?

    We dont have peanut sauce. We only have sesame sauce.

    Do you have fish at your cold bar? If so, what type of fish?

    We currently have pollack as our choice of fish. (Everything at the bar is subject to change)

    Is it safe to eat here with nuts allergen?

    We don’t use any nuts in our food. However we do use soybean oil for fried foods (which is easily avoidable).

    Do you use msg in your broth or sauces?

    We don't actively put any msg in our broths. However, a few of our broths contain pre-made pastes and condiments from other brands so we can't speak for those. If you want something with absolutely no msg and seasoning, we do have our dPot vegetable… Read more

    Do they serve Vegan food?

    Not Meat Lover would be the vegan option. Our dPot broth is made with only vegetables. Noodle wise, our fresh ramen is fully vegan. We do have other noodles like rice noodle that could be vegan but we can’t say for sure because we don’t know what… Read more

    What are your gluten free options?

    We can't say for sure if the soy sauce we use in our broths are gluten-free. Therefore the options we can guarantee is gluten-free is the dPot (vegetable plain broth) and the rice noodles. Make sure to let your server know you have a gluten… Read more

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    What I Ordered: 68 set ($68)…read moreCrispy Pork ($10) Fortunate Wagyu ($12) Wagyu Beef Tongue ($16) Food: I ordered the 68 set which came with Grilled Beef Tongue, A5 Wagyu Tataki, Wagyu Short Rib Roll, A5 Wagyu Platter with Brisket American Chuck Roll and Short Rib, Handmade Fishballs, Abalone, Shrimp, Vegetable Platter, and Wagyu Truffle Stone Rice. I know, it was a TON of food. My favorite appetizer Grilled Beef Tongue. When I say it melted in my mouth, it LITERALLY melted in my mouth. As well as the meat being cooked to perfection, the seasoning was perfect as well. Another side dish that I really recommend is the Wagyu Stone Pot Rice. I love that they mix together the rice right in front of you, which adds to the premium service of the restaurant. The Wagyu Platter offered high quality fresh meats, and my favorite was the A5 Wagyu Brisket. Every time I dipped the meat into the broth, the meat pieces would absorb all of the flavors from the broth and create an explosion of flavor in each bite. I tried both the House Spicy and Beef Bone broths and both were delicious in their own way. Their House Spicy is definitely on the spicy side, so be careful! I got the medium, and it was still a bit too spicy for me. That's when the Beef Bone broth saved my tastebuds with more of a savory flavor. Overall, all of the foods were definitely high quality and felt premium, which I believe is the vibe they are going for. Service: All of the staff members were quick and friendly. I'm not sure if it was because it was their soft opening, but it did seem like they were doing a lot of cleaning and organizing around the restaurant during our meal. Ambiance: The restaurant has a premium interior feel with fancy furniture and huge LED that make it feel like huge dragons are flying around the restaurant.

    We went for a late lunch on a Saturday, it was fairly empty and we got seats right away. We both…read moregot the cheapest set for $35/person, I believe everyone might have to choose the same menu to avoid cross sharing. You get to choose a broth and order from the tablet as much as you want within 100 minutes, but there is a wait time between ordering on the tablet so I recommend just putting in everything you want at once, but also not over ordering because it's extra if you don't finish. The meats were nice, they were not as fatty and didn't have as much marbling so it could be a little chewy after cooking but for the price we really couldn't complain and it was still delicious. And I'm sure the higher priced menu sets have higher quality cuts. We loved all the veggies and noodles you can order and there was a sweet rice cake dessert that was absolutely delicious. Each order of meat was also quite large so I would watch out for how many sets you initially plan to order.

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