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    Happy Lamb Hot Pot

    3.9 (793 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Hot Pot
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Premium all you can eat beef combo
    Michelle W.

    We were shopping near the outlet in the area and wanted some hotpot after a whole morning of shopping. This was a really great spot close and within 5 mins of drive. The service was pretty good and they were accommodating since we took our toddler with us. We ordered the premium all you can eat (AYCE) lunch combo, and we really enjoyed it. The premium beef and abalone were limited in quantity, but the other meats on the menu were unlimited. The soup bases were very flavorful and maintained good for several rounds of food. One thing we were not happy about was that we found a hair in one of our sauce dishes. It was quite a disgusting experience, given we ate directly from the sauce dish. They were nice about it after we reflected this. Overall ambiance was pretty family friendly, not too loud for family gathering, and is a great option if you're close by to shopping!

    Jessica D.

    When I crave hot pot, Happy Lamb is my favorite spot. I love how flavorful the bone broth soup is and my boyfriend is a spicy lover, so the half and half pot is always the way to go. The premium meat menu is worth it: we loved the 2 wagyu options, the 2 spring lamb options, the fried donut, and the sweet crispy rice cake with the brown sugar center. Off the classic meat menu, the angus beef wasn't tender and we didn't like the fish ball with roe (usually a favorite)- so skip those, but we did like the beef short plate. 2 cons: (1) for an AYCE meal that costs $100+ after tax/tip for 2, I was disappointed that they limited the amount of wagyu orders. I understand capping the amount of wagyu per round, but only 1 order the entire meal? Disappointing! (2) the restaurant completely lost power and unfortunately we weren't able to finish our meal. On top of that, there wasn't reliable cellular signal, so electronic payment was very difficult. Really disappointing that an AYCE meal was cut short =( Would easily be a 5 star review if not for the 2 issues listed above.

    Kamryn W.

    Decent AYCE hot pot, although the value is questionable compared to competitors. $29/adult for weekday AYCE; premium meat is $36/adult. Sauce bar/soft drinks are an extra $2 per person. The premium meat comes with a one serving limit for the top desired meats, which eliminates its value... and the basic meats are HORRIBLE quality (very tough, bland). I enjoyed the vegetable bar and found most of my go to's, although some people missed some favorites (ex: bok choy). The spicy broth was okay, but I didn't enjoy some of the spices added to it that overpowered its overall flavor. I found myself dipping into my sauce more than I would with a good broth. The mild "original" broth was bland and should be skipped. Service was very attentive. Some of the menu options were unique (ex: "crunchy crouton"), although it wouldn't be enough to bring me back personally. In the end, it was just under $100 after tip/tax for two people. For that price, I would rather go down the street for a high quality hot pot experience.

    Jenny H.

    The sour cabbage soup is so good! It has a nice spice. The original soup is good too! The staff gave us a cute balloon because we saw a little kiddo have it and asked LOL The fried food station had this really good chicken. The ice cream is more frosty icy but still a nice little dessert. Plenty of veggies and different toppings. They have a sauce and soda area but charge 1.99 per person who uses that. Their meat is delicious! Staff are always nice and pleasant.

    Alex L.

    This is my first time going to Happy Lamb. The place was packed. I went on a Saturday night. There was a bit of a wait to get a table. My group and I got the premium AYCE option. It was priced reasonably. The broth was decent. The meats were okay. Getting additional rounds in was hard with the staff being busy. Drinks and sauce access is an additional costs The restrooms were not that clean. Parking is abundant.

    Leslie Y.

    First time at this location, it's been over 10 years since I've had this chain of hotpot in Union City. Back then we ordered by plates only. Now it's ayce with choices of hot and cold foods up front, ready for you. There are 3 tiers and us gals chose the lowest tier, which turned out to be great and very filling. Even after we paid, we sat for an hour just jabbing away. It was truly quality time. Don't forget to try their ice cream, it was delicious and different!

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    Ryan A.

    Review #875 Posted on 4.21.25 We came to Happy Lamb Hot Pot on Friday the 18th. This is an all you can eat style hot pot spot. They've got a few stations with veggies you can pick to cook, also pork, pork belly, shrimp, fish balls, etc. It's smart when you think about it, then you order less meat from the kitchen. The menu for the choice you pay per person has a few options. Basically the highest option you can get the Wagyu style meats, and a few other lamb, seafood items too. You still get access to the other items on the list below that option as well. Broths have about 5 choices, my guess most people get 1 spicy, 1 non spicy. Food was good, and they're pretty on top of checking on you so you can order more meat when needed.

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    Liberty D.

    I've tried a lot of hot pot places, and this one really stands out. The option to have two broths side by side is a game changer--especially if you love spicy broth. I actually came here when I was feeling under the weather, and it completely cleared my sinuses out (in the best way ). The selection of sides is great: tons of fresh veggies, savory bites like spring rolls, noodles, and even sesame balls. Everything I've tried has been delicious. The meat is super fresh, and the lamb is definitely my favorite--perfect texture and flavor every time. They also offer ice cream, fruit, and cake for dessert, which is perfect if you're like me and need something sweet after a savory meal. Service has always been excellent. Even on busy nights, we've been seated quickly and the staff is consistently friendly and attentive. Big plus: there's plenty of parking at this location. The location is big inside, clean and I like the seating area

    Jen-Jen B.

    Any kind of broth is perfect for a chilly day or evening. Especially with a choice of mild or spicy or even both. My friends took me here and had was my first time. So many choices to choose from. Got to try a bit of this and that. Their broths are tasty and flavorful. Vegetables were pretty fresh. The service wasn't too bad. They were friendly. We received our orders in a timely manner. Cold night satisfaction!

    Tracy L.

    Happy Lamb, formerly known as Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot is definitely my go-to spot for AYCE Chinese hot pot! They've done a little remodel since the last time I came to this Dublin location, as all the vegetables and noodles are now in a self-serve bar and you just order the meats with the waiter, which I thought sped up service so much more. My friends and I chose the Classic menu where we got to choose from selections of beef, lamb, pork, and chicken. I always think the lamb options are the best. I also loved that by adding $1.99, you got access to their sauce bar as well as ice cream for dessert which is such a steal! Since the weather is getting colder, hot pot is the perfect solution!

    Tommy C.

    AYCE. We only ordered one round of meat, averaging one plate per person. Meats were all fresh and nicely cut. There is an assortment of appetizers like eggrolls, and french fries available. Vegetables, our self serve salad bar style. Soda, sauce bar, and soft serve ice cream are available for an extra two dollar charge. Long wait on weekends. Waiters and bus boys are busy running around clearing plates and bringing out plates of meat. Some are helpful and some give zero F's. Busy but comfortable ambience with some TVs for your viewing pleasure. Good place to bring kids Easy parking in the strip mall

    Anabelle H.

    This was my first time trying Happy Lamb and it did not disappoint. Our party of 4 was seated right away and we ordered from the Classic menu which was $28.99 per adult. It's an additional $1.99 if you'd like to get sauces, soft drinks, and soft serve ice cream. All of the meats that we ordered were so delicious and high quality. If I were to choose, I think either the Angus Beef or the Hand Sliced Beef Short Plate were my favorite. They have a wide selection of sides for you to choose from - veggies, fish balls, fruit, etc. I also loved the fried buns! I came in cold and hungry and left happy, belly full, and super warm. Thank you Happy Lamb!

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    Hi can I make a reservation for a parry of 6?

    Call them to make resy

    Where can I make a reservation for a big party?

    Give them a call and they'll take care of you.

    When will the $50 voucher deal expire?

    Do u need to make reservations?

    Making reservations is recommended for large groups.

    What is the AYCE dinner price for week night?

    $27.99

    Do they have a sauce bar?

    Yes they do and they also have a small section with hot food like fried rice.

    Is there a "classic all you can eat - lunch" on weekends? If so, how much per adult?

    Weekend is dinner price 27.99 .lunch is Monday to Friday 19.99

    Hello! Is today veterans day still have the lunch special $19.99? Thanks.

    Lunch price is available M-F.

    How much do you charge for kids on weekdays lunch?

    Per the restaurant if the kid is taller than 36 inches they are the same price as an adult ($19.99).

    Is there birthday special at this location?

    Yes there is one as of August 2023! Birthday person eats for free if the party has at least 4 other people

    Does my whole party need to be there to be seated?

    I think it depends on the size. There's many times I've been there and they seated me first then my friends comes after .

    Is the lunch menu the same as their dinner menu?

    No, not if you are getting ayca. Diff prices for all you can eat but a la carte are same prices.

    Do you accept group reservation of 15? Can we request 2 pp per pot?

    Hi I think they charge per person all you can eat type of a deal. My son and I go there and pay for both even it’s one pot.

    Can I have ayce by myself?

    I wouldn't believe that. As I said in my review, I witnessed a customer wanting to do that & was denied by the male owner/mgr. He even offered to pay for 2 AYCE, but nope!

    Is weekday lunch AYCE? Is it still $20/person?

    We adjust all the pricing added a dollar to each menu

    Is lunch menu the same as dinner AYCE?

    We have different menu on dinner and on lunch

    Do you take reservations?

    Never. And new menu now, expect 1-2 hours wait at all times :(

    Are you open on Christmas (12/25/22)?

    Yes we are open.

    Do you still have AYCE? How much?

    Yes we do have we have posted it.

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    Shabu King

    Shabu King

    4.3
    (291 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Still the best Hot Pot place in town!…read more Love the service and lots of selections of ingredients and food choices. Ambiance is nice and clean. WIll come again.

    I was looking for a restaurant for our group of 8, and I thought hot pot will make things simple as…read moreeveryone can customize their own pot and I don't have to worry about what dishes to order. After reviewing a few hot pot places on Yelp, I chose Shabu King based on the positive reviews. I called to make a reservation. On the day of our visit, I was glad to find our table was ready at the appointed time. One of the staff explained that each person first pick a broth type, then you can request side dishes or type of meat(different cuts of beef, pork and there is also lamb). For vegetables and seafood, they have a bar area for each and you can pick from the generous selections of fresh seafood and vegetables. I was really impressed with the variety. For seafood, they have whole small octopus, sliced calamari, fish fillets, clams, mussels, whole large prawns, as well as small crab. They also have a condiment bar for you to make you own dipping sauce. Each person get their own pot, and we enjoyed many helpings throughout the evening. Sometimes it may be difficult to flag down a server, but when you do they are friendly and eager to take your order. I think their operation can be improved by having customers scan a bar code and order online as I have experienced in other AYCE places. Everyone in our party enjoyed their own customized hot pot, and we walked away with a very full belly. Will be back again when I have the craving for AYCE hot pot!

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    Mumu Hot Pot

    Mumu Hot Pot

    4.4
    (947 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Halal
    Vegetarian friendly

    Great experience! Tomyum base with sauces enriches the tastes and enhances the flavors. Vegetarian…read moresingle combo was a great hit! 30 mins wait time Saturday evening!

    It's been ages since I've had hot pot, and tbh, I haven't been a fan of it because a lot of items…read morehave been bland to me. A couple workout buddies + kids and I went here for dinner on a Friday night, put our name down on the wait list, and waited for around 20 mins. During the wait time, we went nearby to the bakery and got some stuff there. Absolutely love the single pots here so you can enjoy your own flavor soup/broth to drink and to cook the items you choose. We were seated and everything looked so clean. Ordering was done via QR code and the items accumulate on the order page where if multiple people scan the table QR code, whatever each person adds gets added so don't check out until everything in that around is definitely in. The soups and items came by sooooo quickly. I was impressed! They have a make your own sauce combo and we did that between ordering and getting our stuff. I got a singles combo with tom yum soup base. It was a good amount of food. I chose one of the Wagyu, and the side items I chose were tendon, fish, and if I also chose something else, I forgot. It came with a lot of veggies such as greens and mushroom. Guess I mixed and "created" my sauces right cause they went well with the stuff. Cooking the meat was so quick, so pretty much not much wait time to enjoy some food. Others chose some different cuts of beef, some lamb (?), quail eggs, and more. A bit pricey, but the stuff was super fresh and things were really quick so it was worth it to me.

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    YGF Malatang & Hotpot

    YGF Malatang & Hotpot

    4.4
    (139 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    Like that they are open late and service is great. Lots of veggie options for vegetarian with…read moreveggies and real food - not veggie meats. Tomato soup is also excellent and my sons get to have BBQ. while my wife and I get to enjoy some soup. Also really like their new beer from China - Snow Opera made from rice was refreshing and floral on the nose. Really great beer for someone who doesn't like beers.

    YGF Malatang & Hotpot opened 2 years ago where 101ShabuShabu was. Assumed interior has been…read morecustomized to accommodate a self serve hot pot eatery. Got a plastic bowl & a tong to choose amongst a large selection of shaved meats, seafood balls, seafood portions, and lots of veggies in a L-shaped display case. selected a broth among 6. Hearsay dry mala pot not spicy. Got medium spicy classic herbal beef bone broth @15.99/lb. Just a bit of Szechwan spiciness, not too hot. Weight: 1.09 lb. At register. Broth et al ready in 10 minutes. Always had constant refills of water. The spiciness may have disappointing but not the broth. 8 hours of boiling bones had an impact on the soup. Drank it all eventually. 4.5 stars: Worthy:YMMV. Quantity: .8 lb. Minimum. Usual weight. Quality: big assortment to choose from. All fresh. Some Seafood may have been previously frozen. Service: very good. Payment on mobile handsets, not counter. Parking close by difficult. More parking spaces at back of building.

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    Spicy chicken skewers you order via QR code at the table
    Spicy chicken skewers you order via QR code at the table
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    Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle

    Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle

    4.4
    (114 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    I was in town because of a family photoshoot and afterwards we wanted to eat! This place was…read morerecommended by our photographer and it did not disappoint! It was early dinner time on a Friday evening and it wasn't overly crowded. All 6 of us got different items and overall it's a matter of preference for what kind of broth and protein you'd like that depicts the meal, the toppings are generally all the same. Consider this place to almost be a "make your own ramen" type of thing, in that you're given a platter of toppings to add to your bowl of steaming hot broth, mix it and let it sit, then voila! It's ready to eat. For a rainy winter evening, it was perfect to have some tasty noodle soup!

    Loved this place and was so excited to try it out! I really love the environment inside as well…read moreit's super laid back but also looks pretty well kept for a nice outing with loved ones. The service was really good, they are super on top of cleaning and serving so my food came out in about 15-20 minutes. I got the combo with an appetizer, drink, and noodle soup. The portions were pretty generous. -grapefruit tea: thought it was pretty yummy! I also tried out the super fruit tea and i really liked it but personally found it to be a little too sweet. Not too much to displease though! I mixed some water and it was perfect for me. -tomato beef brisket noodle soup: i was surprised by how tender the meat was and how much they actually give you. If you love tomato soups as much as i do then it's definitely a great option! -takoyaki & lamb skewers: my sister had one dish from her combo order and i has my own but was able to try both! The lamb skewers were a bit smaller than expected but were flavorful with a fragrant aroma. The takoyaki came in about 5 balls and while they didn't include all typical takoyaki toppings it was still pretty good considering it came as a combo! Overall, i really loved coming by this place, my main concern is that it's actually in a pretty busy plaza so parking can be a little difficult during peak business hours. Otherwise it's located in a really great area relatively close to some shopping areas such as the Livermore outlets or even other smaller shopping plazas. Give this place a try if you're in the area and looking for a good eat without breaking the wallet!

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