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    Fast Hot Pot

    4.0 (42 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Angie Y.

    I like this place. Its nice for when you want hotpot but you dont want to spend a bunch for all you can eat. Its definitely a no frills type of place but def worth it. I added way too much food so i brought half of it home and added some of my own ramen when i ate it the next day. I will def be back again.

    Egg Noodles with Green Onions, Quail Eggs, Egg Noodles, bok choy, fish balls in Chicken Broth. My friend's soup right behind is Malatang.
    Eugene A.

    My friend and I ate here on a Saturday afternoon. The weather was fair and there are options for indoor and outdoor dining. There are plenty of ingredients to choose from: bok choy, fish balls, imitation crab sticks, fish cakes, tofu, ramen and/or egg noodles. The ingredients look fresh and well-maintained. Once you are finished choosing your ingredients on a large bowl, the cashier will have it weighed and you'll choose your preferred broth on the menu. I opted for chicken broth and chose it to be not spicy. The total price varies per weight, but it's worth it especially if you're craving authentic hot-pot like soup. Once you finish paying, they'll lend you a buzzer and it will beep once your order is ready. We only waited for less than 10 minutes, and I was impressed with the presentation and service. I added some green onions on top, right before eating it outside. The broth has an umami flavor, while the egg noodles and vegetables I chose were not overcooked. I also love the chewiness of the fish balls and tofu. I'll be back again if I'm craving some Fast Hot Pot by UC Irvine.

    Tulisa T.

    portion is very filling, delicious and affordable! service was quick and it seems to be a popular spot so it can get crowded quickly. the bone beef broth is very flavorful and the meats are tender. it's a small place that's a bit tight. overall, i highly recommend.

    Chenghui W.

    Came across this place as I was walking around UTC and decided to try it since i'm a big malatang and hotpot fan Pro: Their ingredient options were decent and they would refill the trays as they're running low, there were also plenty of seating inside. Con: However i was very disappointed with the flavor and the broth of my order. I got the bone broth with medium spice and it was very watery. The spice was definitely there but I couldn't taste the broth flavor at all, which i think is the most important part. not sure if the other broths are better but my go to is usually the bone broth and other places def do a way better job

    Some of the many offerings
    Alyssa M.

    The idea here is pretty simple. You walk in, grab a large plastic bowl and tongs from the container where they're kept, and then use the tongs to grab whatever items you want. There is an array of meats and vegetables, and things like quail eggs, tofu, potatoes, cabbage, enoki mushrooms, lots of things to choose from. Then you can grab a bottled drink if you want one, and then they will weigh your bowl, you choose a broth and then they give you a number after you pay for your food and in a bit, you will get paged and go pick up your bowl that they have cooked nicely for you. I chose the classic red chili broth, with the standard spice level of two chilies, and it definitely caused a lot of throat tickling coughing until I got used to it. I was clearly not alone in having chosen something that was just a little too spicy, because another person nearby started coughing over there as well, and another person was fanning her mouth as if it was burning. But clearly we did this to ourselves with our choices lol. I still enjoyed it quite a bit. Apparently, they recently redid their interior and it is very brightly lit now, but you also have the option of eating outside if you want to. Additionally, I should mention that there is a side bar with additional seasonings, like scallions, garlic, Sriracha sauce, and much much more My only complaint with the place is I find it a little bit Oookey that you're grabbing multiple things with tongs and there's obviously going to be a lot of cross-contamination if someone picks up raw meat and then dips their tongs into the veggies

    Perfect lone meal when the family it out of town
    Mike N.

    UCI students these day are so lucky to have places like Fast Hot Pot and all the other great food options in this plaza. Back in the late 90's and 2000's Cha and Lee's Sandwich was the only good affordable options for me. This essentially like a regular hot pot place, but instead of cooking stuff at the table, you pick out all the stuff you want,, give it to the staff, they weight it and you tell them the soup flavor you want, then they cook it for you in the back and bring it to your table. The soup bases are generally $1 and a couple more bucks for speciality flavors like Tom Yum and Curry. There are a couple of places just like this but I can't remember the names, but one in the 99 Ranch plaza on Jefferey and Walnut. The other one is in the lot where Dunkin's is on Jefferey and Irvine Center Drive. I feel like those other locations have fresher ingredients because there's a lot more traffic at those place compared to this place. The food was good as all hot pot generally is. You watch out for possible bugs floating in the soup....they come from the veggies that may not have been thoroughly washed well (pretty normal as you can't always get them all)

    sophie d.

    First timer here, and I would come again if I'm ever craving some hot pot nearby. It's build your own style which is nice but not everything was refilled when we went. I like how there's a self serve section with lots of toppings for your bowl like cilantro, sesame paste, chili oil and more. Keep in mind it's a little pricey but I'd say it's worth a try!

    My hot pot dish with flower fish ball
    Annie W.

    Good! I like the variety but a lot of the items are poorly labeled, so you're better off knowing your hot pot ingredients before heading here. You can ask someone what these things are, though, because I did since I wasn't sure about one of the items. I enjoyed everything I had. The flower fish balls were really cute. Sauces and green onions are self-serve, while the soy sauce and vinegar are at each table. Sauces are more limited than some other hot pot places, but they have the most important ones. Note that while it is $13.99 / lb, all the broths cost $0.99 or more. I got the pickled vegetable broth and that was excellent.

    tom yum soup
    Shirley L.

    first time trying fast hot pot and i am so impressed. i went with the tom yum noodle soup and loved that you can fully customize your bowl with whatever ingredients you want. i added lamb meat and a bunch of veggies, and the broth was rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with spice. i got the mild spice level thinking it would be manageable, but it still had a serious kick which i loved. the restaurant is lively and fun, perfect for a casual meal with friends. definitely one of my new favorite hot pot spots and i can't wait to go back! 10/10

    Lia W.

    I COME HERE ALL THE TIME! my go-to malatang spot!!! ik they got the ramen title outside still but hopefully theyll update soon. they have a wide selection of veggies, meats, fish balls, and carbs. i love their soup base (beef bone) and i usually get the mild option and it's not that spicy! for someone whos tolerance is low, it was a very appetizing kick. i will say that the numby-ness is present and if you're not really into that, i suggest a different soup. the staff is very kind and the cooking takes just a few min. size of the establishment is small but can seat groups or solo diners. they also have a sauce bar w extra charge! i love coming here and grabbing a hearty bowl to fill me up- super yummy and delicious :)

    Very good restaurant
    Spectre L.

    Very good restaurant. The food was fast and good. Expensive but it is traditional. Good serice. Good ambiance. Hence, I recommond this restaurant.

    The food was delicious! Great price for what you get. Super customizable! Delicious meat, options, and many veggie and noodle options as well. Great service very nice stuff as well as comforting music playing in the background making for a great environment to dine in.

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    if you like spicy food,it is a great place to enjoy. There are lots of vegetables and meat to choose.

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    Does it really close at 2am in the morning?? I just went and seen people eating. Went to order, but the cashier said they close.

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