Service was fast and attentive. I also love the food quality of the meats compared to the union city location. i personally enjoy the beef tongue and lamb cuts of meat in the more expensive ayce option - the marbling of the meat is evident. overall atmosphere is nice and clean. i also appreciate how it's fairly spacious to walk around compared to other locations I've been to. will definitely come back when i want my hot pot fix. read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

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Such a fun experience for heartwarming hotpot with family and friends! Years ago we visited Happy Lamb when everything was ordered à la carte. Soup base and fresh ingredients always made our visits pleasant. We came back for their 20th anniversary deal. The line was super long but that's not surprising since many others probably came for the deal too. We wish the waiting line queue was a bit more accurate though, as we kept getting updates for longer waiting times. But after four recalculations, we finally made it in. Food quality overall was decent. There was a bar to grab as many veggies, noodles, and a few choices of seafood and fishball items and you can grab as much as you want. Meats and fish roe fishballs were requested with the waiter. There is also a hot foods and with chicken wings, fries, chow-mein, and sesame balls. There is a sauce bar, but the broth was so well flavored that we didn't really need the sauces. Drinks can be added for $1.00 more for each person. Seating was spacious and waiters were friendly and efficient. Would we come by very often? Probably not since it can be pricey. But would we come by once in a while, or for special occasions? Yes! Great place with fresh ingredients and choices, and a fun place to hangout with others! read more

It's been awhile since I've been to this location. This is now called Happy Lamp. I used to know it as Little Sheep, but it looks like it went through some rebranding but it is still a hot pot place. Some pros to this place is that now it is an ACYE and still has lamb options! I came here with a large party. You can make reservations in advance which is great. We were seated promptly when we arrived. However, since the party was pretty big (larger than 10), the table we sat at felt awkwardly position. It was round but it definitely has the cooking stoves in the center. It was hard to cook since we had to reach out to them, there were 4 cooking apparatus in the center. Also, this table felt very private - so there's definitely pros and cons to it since there's a barracade that enclosed it. There's also hot foods that is a self-serve buffet, this includes french fries, chicken wings, chow mein, fried rice. I didn't try the chow mein and fried rice. My kids ate the chow mein and some of the fried foods and gave my a thumbs up. They definitely enjoyed the french fries and there's also sesame ball in this hot food buffet section. There's a separate section for DIY sauce bar which has all the essential sauces I like. There's also another self-serve buffet section of raw foods which includes a variety of vegetables, dumpling, quail egg etc. The meat are ordered with the wait staff. If you order off the premium menu, it also includes some hot foods such as the lava baos which my kids adore. As for the broths, I think I'll stick the original bone marrow broth. I do feel like there's a herbal or distinct taste to the broths but it is still fine. I tried the spicy one and the tomato-based one. Although they are good, I prefer the simplicity of the broths sometimes so sticking to the original broth. I still enjoyed all the meats. I had the lamb and it was what I expected. The higher quality meats were fine as well. They do come around to refill the broth as well. As for ending the menu, there's self-served soft serve which you can put in a cone or a cup. They also have those fried dough with condensed milk which is delicious. Of note, I find the water here has a metallic taste. Unclear if it is due to the city of Dublin water or it has something to do with the restaurant. Overall, still a pleasant experience and would definitely return to enjoy hot pot! read more

Came for dinner on the last day of their during their 20th anniversary promo and was impressed with everything! Despite the chaotic lines and super long waitlist, our experience was lovely when we got in after a little over a two hour wait (joined around 4:30PM and were seated around 6:45PM). The hotpot ingredients were organized, clean, and well-stocked. The meats came out relatively quickly. Service was extremely attentive and friendly. Sauce bar was clean and stocked as well. Plentiful side dishes. I've been to this Happy Lamb before and had a fine experience that time as well. Just had to shout out this location for giving us another great dinner experience during an epic promotion (: read more

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Really good food. Excellent service. I come here regularly and it's always great! Highly recommend it to everyone. read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Hot pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

AYCE lunch is a crazy deal! $25.99 per adult before 3:00pm on weekdays, unless you opt out of the sauce bar which saves you $6...so you only pay $19.99. Nuts! You have 5 meats to choose from and a variety of broths. The only split pot option is for the original broth and spicy (glad we got less spicy). I personally favor the tomato broth and tom yum broth. Standards are lower since it's $19.99 AYCE, so nothing to complain about for quality of meat. The spicy beef was a popular reorder. They have a huge selection in the raw ingredient bar, and we loved the quail egg, ramen, and spongey tofu. All the veggies were fresh. Top off with soft serve (chocolate, vanilla, mixed) either in a cone or to-go cup and you basically don't even need to eat dinner. Service was speedy, and our server graciously moved us from a booth to a communal table since our party of 5 was a tight squeeze in a booth. We all shared one split pot LOL I've come here for dinner before and still thought the selections were worth their price points (classic is $33.99 and deluxe is $41.99). Your meal is free on your birthday! read more

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I love Happy Lamb Hot Pot. This was my first time trying Happy Lamb and it was delicious. They offer a hot buffet of chow mein, fried rice, spring rolls, fried chicken wings and other items. They also have a cold buffet where raw veggies, noodles, seafood and eggs are available. The sauce station, soft drinks and ice cream are also self-serve. We ordered the premium option and a lamb shank. I personally enjoyed the Angus Beef, Australian Wagu, fried rice, chow mein and spring rolls, it was all amazing. Sunday afternoons are busy but the service was perfect. read more

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Liked the beef spine dish. Service was quick and accurate. Clean, nice buffet area for veggies, mushrooms, veggies and sauce. Have not been here in a while: sauces are now included. read more

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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! read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Premium all you can eat beef combo - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

I eat plant-based and gluten-free and also love hot pot, which at times can be difficult to reconcile when eating out. Simon, my server, was very knowledgeable and informed me that the original and spicy broths can be made with water instead of broth, and still contain all the same delicious gluten-free herbs and spices as the regular animal-broth based versions. Plus, he is all smiles and good vibes. Definitely made me fall in love with this place, which was east considering the amazing assortment of unlimited fresh tofu, mushrooms, and veggies they offer. Their sauce bar is on point and has all the hot pot essentials. I left fully satisfied, will a belly full of amazing goodness. Definitely feeling like a happy lamb! read more

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. read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

Meat quality good! If u don't want sauce, they will give u $6 discount, very good deal! read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

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It was descent, me and my gf had the lunch special. Mixture of the broth (Spicy/Regular). Not bad. Make sure to get the lamb!

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. read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

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. read more

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Still the best hot pot to me. But the last 4 times we dined here, John is no longer the manager. John had everything perfect. He played classic & current chinese music at a perfect, comfortable volume. The new manager plays the music so loud. It is unbearable and makes the culinary experience so much more unenjoyable. I can't even talk to my Nana without shouting. They play super loud current US top 40 music and rave. I'm going to a restaurant not an abnoxious club!!! There have been times when deciding where to dine out that i've said; "i'd love to go to hotpot but I don't want to deal with the loud music" Please have some consideration and let us enjoy our experience again... read more

We love coming here. Everything is fresh and good customer service. Lunch specials are reasonable. Always clean and good ambiance.

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. read more

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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! read more

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It's good. The base soup doesn't have salt or "flavor" but the bone broth is nice. You really need to go to the sauce bar and add sauces to the soup or directly to your meats: then it's all very delicious! Good clean environment with very helpful staff. I had a great experience at this place. Worth the money, for sure. read more

Long time favorite starting to deteriorate. I come often because they have very good variety of supplemental food choices, such as beef intestines, beef balls, beef stripes, etc. Recently lunch price has been increased to $27 from $24 (was $22 a couple of years ago) and most of the supplement items that I like are gone, only beef stripes left. Also removed was a lamb choice. It is almost to the point of average hot pots. read more

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. read more

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I went to use their bathroom while waiting for a table. The dirty bathroom tells a lot about the management of this restaurant. I decided to leave. read more

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 read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Broth and meat platter - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

It's busy AF but I would highly recommend. It's efficient with diverse options for everyone. I mixed my mushroom broth with a little of the spicy broth for the right balance. I loved the shrimp chips and chicken wings on the side! read more

I like the lunch AYCE menu here. Their choice of meat is plentiful and fresh. Lots of veggies to choose from. Soup base is tasty. The service is good here. Staff are generally friendly and responds swiftly. read more

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! read more

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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! read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

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 read more

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The soup base was actually really good, and you gotta get the premium meat if you're there for the meat, otherwise just get regular if you're there for other hotpot things... read more

My family and I love coming here whenever we are in Dublin. We have been coming here before the remodel and it was my first time coming here after the name change/remodel! For AYCE, this place does it well with a variety of seafood/vegetable options and even a cooked food bar. There's plenty of sauce and meat options as well. The waiters come by often to check on whether you need meat or not which is great! Broth is still great and perfect for the cold weather. Will definitely continue to come back here! read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

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! read more

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If you're looking for a hot pot experience that hits all the right notes--Happy Lamb Hot Pot is it. We visited their Dublin location, conveniently close to Livermore--an ideal spot for a perfect dinner after a long day of shopping. We came in on a weekend evening, and from the moment we stepped in, the place had this warm, inviting energy--buzzing with happy tables and bubbling pots. It's all-you-can-eat (AYCE), but this isn't your average AYCE spot. The quality is fantastic. We chose the half-and-half broth (classic and spicy), and honestly, both were incredibly flavorful on their own--you don't even need to drown things in sauce (though they have a DIY sauce bar if you want to go wild). The bone broth is rich and comforting, while the spicy one builds heat without overwhelming your palate. The selection of ingredients is massive and fresh. One huge plus for us was the unlimited enoki mushrooms--a serious favorite on our table. Plus, the staff encouraged us to try their lamb chop, which was absolutely delicious--tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. We also loaded up on: Beautifully marbled beef and lamb slices that cooked in seconds Plump shrimp, fish tofu, and meatballs that soak up the broth perfectly Crispy fried snacks like chicken wings and crispy chicken soft bones! (exclusively available in their Dublin location)--great for in-between bites! And of course, a rainbow of fresh veggies, tofu, and noodles to round it all out! Everything was replenished quickly and kept clean and organized. The service was really stood out. The staff was attentive, friendly, and lightning-fast with refills. They made sure our broth never ran low and helped explain the process to first-timers. It made the whole experience feel relaxed and welcoming. The space is modern, clean, and perfect for groups. It's a great place to bring friends or family, especially if you want to spend a couple hours catching up over good food. Pro tip: Come hungry. Skip lunch. You will want to try everything. Also, don't sleep on their ice cream--refreshing and balances out the spice! Rich broths, quality ingredients, great service, and that cozy communal vibe you want from hot pot. Happy Lamb Hot Pot easily ranks among my favorite spots in the Bay. I'll be back again--and next time, bringing even more friends! read more

i loved my experience here! other than the hot pot, there were a lot of side options like fried chicken, fried rice, and chow mein. they had a good assortment of veggies, and bonus points for the soft serve ice cream!! the lamb was good quality and i would definitely come back here! read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - spicy pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

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Happy Lamb is hands down the best hot pot spot in Northern California. The broth has a rich, herbal flavor that's incredibly comforting and delicious -- honestly, you don't even need dipping sauce. Both the beef and lamb are top quality -- super fresh, tender, and full of flavor. You can really taste the difference in the ingredients. Overall, a very satisfying meal. Definitely coming back! read more

Our party of 6 came here on a Thursday night and there were plenty of people. We opted for the vip hotpot option with varieties of seafood-- the quality of the seafood was good! Veggies, other cooked items/drinks and the sauce plates were self serve . There were lots of choice! I find the design of the self serve table a bit odd as someone who has short arms it was hard to reach the food I wanted. Server was friendly and the soup broth was always replenished by the attentive server. The host was friendly too. One thing to point out was the greasy floor. I felt like I could shoe-skate. You will smell like hotpot after you finish dining here. read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

Restaurant located within a plaza with a lot of parking. Came on a Saturday night at 5:30p and it was a full house. Expect a bit of a wait but you won't be disappointed. Waited for about 40 mins to be seated. This is an AYCE hotpot. Drinks, sauces and ice cream is an extra charge of $1.99 per person. Friends and I selected $28.99 AYCE with 2 different soup base. Herbal on one side and spicy pickled mustard greens on the other. Soup based is flavorful. First thing we did is order our soup and proteins on the menu. They have various options of veggies, noodles, proteins, and a few of fried food and Chinese dessert. This is a self serve walk up to the buffet bar to get what you like to add to the hotpot. Overall, food is good and enjoyed all the options available. Would definitely recommend to come early to add to the waitlist and expect a wait on weekends especially dinner time. read more

Happy Lamb Hot Pot - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, California

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Weekday Lunch AYCE is now 20.99 since the last time I came! It used to be 19.99 but it is still a decent price for what you get. I'm not sure if the yelp check in for a free soda works still because i asked the server and she said she'll take it off for us but was still charged for it. It's $1.99 if we choose to get sauce/soda/ice cream and the free check in is just for the soda so maybe thats why? Food was delicious! We got the tomato broth and the original. As usual the marbled lamb was delicious! The sauce bar looks newly renovated and they also have more alternate food options since the last time I came. The ice cream machine is also working this time! read more

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Amazing experience here! All the veggies and meats are top quality, very fresh, and a great variety. I've been here 4 times already and have tried different things each time. Staff is attentive, but during busy times, not so much. Otherwise, Happy Lamb makes me very happy Lol read more

This places used to be called little sheep many years ago and it was my favorite hot pot ever. I think after it changed to happy lamb, the service and quality of meat isn't as well. It's located in a shopping center with an abundance of parking. So no problem there. About a year or so ago, they changed it to all you can eat style which does save a lot of money. You order the meats with the server. And then they have bar style get up and grab your own fish balls, noodles, veggies, etc. You can pay 1.99 extra a person for sauce bar, drinks, and ice cream machine. The ice cream machine was broken. So I felt a jipped. The guy didn't tell us and he asked if we want to add on the extra 1.99 when ordering. Only realized it when we were done eating and went to try and get ice cream. The amount of different "balls" is great! They have fish balls, fish tofu filled with shrimp, meat balls, crab balls, pork balls, etc. They also have a lot of variety of noodles and veggies. The quality of meat is okay. Not amazing but it was pretty decent. I would have given this place 4 stars but the service knocked it down a star. Ever since seating us and ordering our first batch of meats (they said limit of only 3 meats at a time), nobody ever checked in on us. Not one person came by to ask if we wanted to order again. We would have to flag someone down. I needed to flag someone to ask for napkins as well. Also to ask for more soup broth in our pot. They did seem a bit busy, but maybe they need to be staffed better. Also it was lunch time on a weekday. I can only imagine what dinner time rush would be like. read more

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