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Happy Lamb Hot Pot

4.5 (400 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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Martin K.

Haven't been to this chain since it was still Little Sheep (小肥羊), and with a huge upgrade, the place is much nicer than I remember. The ingredient bar had a ton of choices, from fresh vegetables and mushrooms to noodles, tofu, fish balls, and other hot pot staples. I also liked that they had plenty of hot side dishes, which is great if you're dining with kids or just want something to snack on while waiting for your meat to cook. Everything tasted fresh, and the meats were good quality. The broth choices were flavorful without being overly salty, and they kept everything at the buffet stocked throughout our meal. Amy was our server and she was awesome. She was friendly, attentive, and had us laughing by saying "thank you" in a bunch of different languages. Better atmosphere, lots of variety, fresh ingredients, and great service make it an easy choice for a weekday lunch too!

Spring Lamb and Aged Lamb. 7/3/2026
Sandra L.

This place was so good that I came back a week after I first had it! I've had Happy Lamb Hot Pot bookmarked for a long time, but never made it out to try it until recently. It was so good that I came back again a week later! Their $21.99 weekday AYCE lunch is a steal for the quality and variety of food you get! I first came on Friday, July 3rd for lunch, but was charged $31.99, their regular dinner price because they considered it a holiday. Bummer, considering it's not the actual July 4th holiday. You get the same options as you would at $21.99. Drinks are not included at this price. Here's what really draws me to this place. I love that they have two types of lamb to choose from - Aged and Spring Lamb. While I liked both, the Spring Lamb is my favorite. They also offer beef, pork, and chicken that you can order and buffet of raw items to cook and hot items to eat right away. The quality of their food is really good for their lunch price! The options are also great! They had Crown Daisy, my favorite hotpot veggie the first time I came. But the second time I came, it was swapped out to Watercress. While I also love Watercress, I preferred Crown Daisy. The soups are flavorful and has a nice herbal flavor to them, which I love! I've tried House Special Original Broth, House Spicy Broth, and Mushroom Broth. House Special Original Broth is a must, especially if you like that Chinese Herbal flavor profile. Service was friendly both times. They do check on you often, but when they get busy, it's less frequent. I love that this restaurant is huge and clean! The decorations are also very nice - definitely seems like a semi-upscale place. If you like good quality hot pot that doesn't break the bank, come check this place out for weekday lunch! Just don't come during holiday season.

Leyna N.

I have been to happy lamb back in 626 before they closed down, luckily there's one in oc! My friend and I came here around 5pm on a Thursday after work which wasn't busy at all. Service was really quick and friendly! Veggies bar did have a lot of fruit flys or gnats on the bean sprouts which threw me off. Drink options are good, we mainly sticked with the beef short plate! We ordered the original broth and the house spicy, both really good and paired well with the meats.

KAY KAY L.

The food was fresh, flavorful, and there was a great variety to choose from. The service was excellent, especially the young, beautiful manager, who was very professional, attentive, and made everyone feel welcome. The restaurant was clean with a pleasant atmosphere. I highly recommend this place and can't wait to come back again!

Desire N.

Just left Happy Lamb Hot Pot and honestly... my soup now has higher standards than me This spot is giving luxury hot pot energy without making your wallet cry too hard. The broth simmers for like 8 hours, and you can taste it immediately -- rich, cozy, slightly life-changing. The Wagyu disappeared from my plate faster than my self-control, and the lamb was super tender. I also love the self-serve setup because I got to pretend I was on a cooking game show grabbing veggies, sauces, shrimp, noodles... everything. Dangerous for competitive people. The vibe inside is modern, clean, cute booths everywhere, and the staff was super attentive even while everyone around me was entering full hot-pot survival mode. If you're hungry hungry, this place is dangerous in the best way. I came for dinner and left emotionally attached to the broth. 10 outta 10 Pricing: AYCE options typically range from roughly $28-$44 depending on the package, with weekday lunch specials often available.

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Fiona T.

When a restaurant has "happy" in the name... and it actually makes you happy Happy Lamb Hot Pot definitely lives up to the name. First, their buffet bar unlimited and most importantly, clean !!! The menu has so much variety too. Just look at the clam soup my husband made Their appetizers are so good too, but the most memorable dish for me? The lamb shank. It's a true Inner Mongolian-style hot pot experience. And if you're a meat lover like me... the wagyu beef brisket and wagyu bolar blade are impossible to resist. Also love that they have Happy Hour for $21.99 on weekdays IG: socalhkfoodies

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Cristian B.

The place for me had a lot of options for what I would say deserves a visit to visit to fill your tummy with lamb and beef briskets. I got good service and they got WiFi so it was pleasant stay to keep entertained while eating. The place is clean and really organized the soda drink and option of foodies is well presented.

Mei T.

My friend wanted hot pot so we decided to give this place a try since it was next to Daiso (where we were at). We got here around 5:30pm on a Friday night and sadly it was pretty empty. I suppose it was still early for dinner, but when we left, the place was only half packed. The classic all-you-can-eat menu was $31.99, but it barely had any protein options so we opted for the deluxe all-you-can-eat menu that was $40.99. There were more selections, but the premium items were limited to one per person. If I had to compare, the selections were far more limited than other hot pot places. The protein options were disappointing as well as the self-serve veggie station. There weren't a whole lot of choices in terms of vegetables. I love spinach and crowned daisy, but there weren't any. They had watercrest, which was the closest. The hot food station was also limited in the choices. Stir fried dishes looked like they had been sitting there for hours and did not look very appealing. For the proteins, we selected the Wagyu bolar blade, Wagyu beef brisket, bbq lamb shank, shrimp paste, and conch slices. Instead of the bbq lamb shank, they brought out another cut of lamb that was not marinated in bbq sauce. Instead of the conch slices, they brought out some beat up red prawns that were uncleaned and filled with so much waste that was disgusting. The shrimp paste was sour, obviously spoiled! For the broth, we selected the Best of Broth Worlds. One side was the original house broth and the other was a spicy one. The original was OK, but the spicy was not spicy at all and lacked flavor. Overall, the experience was quite disappointing. We also noticed that there were huge gnats or fruit flies swarming around our table. The restaurant looked clean on the surface, but I'm sure the kitchen was not so clean. A clean restaurant would not have bugs flying around, creating a nuisance for the diners, but more importantly, a cleanliness concern. I do NOT recommend this restaurant!

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Tony F.

We came with heigh recommendations and we were not disappointed. The decor and first impression was elegant and pleasant, service was excellent (our server was Joyce, she was great), and the food was amazing. Don't get fooled by the name, even though it's Lamb, but their specialty is actually Wagyu and it was excellent. If you are a fan of quality beef, it's worth paying the extra $9 for the experience. Love the House broth and Golden cabbage broth we got. Both are delicious, one is light and the other is strong and slightly spicy, a perfect combination. In addition to the Wagyu, we loved the fish, lamb, shrimp paste. The tiger shrimps from the special room were excellent as well. The 'other' room was spectacular. Much more than vegetables, seafood, various noodles, sweets, ... I'm not a sweet drinks person but I really enjoyed the mango lemonade. The sauce area is crazy. So many things and I forgot to take a picture of it. One thing they are missing is done ice creams but the consolation is the classic cotton candies. Pretty unique and colorful. Tip: come hungry!

Ran C.

Hadn't had hot pot in ages. Like years. So, when a friend and I were thinking about what to eat - hot pot was mentioned. Then the next thing I know I'm pulling into the parking lot and we're walking in. No wait. We walked in and the hostess had to wait for us as we were taking pictures (Damned Yelpers!). Place is clean and lively. Not busy. But we were there early. Place filled up and the volume picked up. Not ideal if you want to have a cozy conversation over dinner. We opted for the "Best of Both Worlds" - see pics. Half mild and the other half, supposed to be spicy. It wasn't. Not sure if they misheard and made it less spicy or if the "mild" broth had seeped over but it was kinda lacking - for both of us. I mention this because if you know me, you know I eat fire. She doesn't and she wasn't feeling it either. Ordering - if you order the deluxe, there are premium cuts, which we ordered all - then you go to the self serve line for the rest - veggies, seafood, sauces and drinks. Almost forgot, there's even a "hot" section. Service was good. Polite and friendly. Following up but gradually dropping off as it got busy. But not to the point that we couldn't just make eye contact and they'd be right there. Will I go back? Pricing felt fair but I didn't feel it was great value either. Feel like it's ok if you're close by and craving it but I'm not driving down from LA , out of my way for it. Not on my "must visit" again list. So, not bad, not great. An OK experience overall.

Connie Y.

Had a great time for lunch today at Happy Lamb. This place took over the Lazy Dog Cafe spot. We had a yummy lunch with all you can eat meats and sides. They have split broth so you can pick two soup bases. There is plenty of parking. The restaurant was bright and clean. The workers were very nice. We will be back. Happy Yelping!

Lauren S.

Absolutely worth the price, so many different sides & vegetables. I like how you don't have to wait around to order potatoes, etc. because that always causes delays at other AYCE hot pot places. - Also, 10% discount for students! Service is top tier and the wait staff are so nice. I loved the interior because the booth design was so classy. Everything was very clean! Would definitely come back.

Ann Ne P.

Had a wonderful AYCE hot pot experience at Happy Lamb! The quality of the ingredients was impressive, with a great selection of meats, vegetables, seafood, and hot pot essentials to choose from. Everything tasted fresh and was consistently replenished throughout the meal. One of the highlights was the broth. It was rich, flavorful, and comforting, serving as the perfect base for all the ingredients. Whether you're a fan of classic flavors or enjoy trying different combinations, there's something for everyone. The atmosphere was spacious, clean, and welcoming, making it a great place for family gatherings, celebrations, or a casual meal with friends. Even during busy hours, the restaurant maintained a comfortable and enjoyable dining environment. The service was excellent as well. The staff were attentive, friendly, and quick to assist with refills and requests. Their hospitality made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. If you're looking for a delicious all-you-can-eat hot pot spot with quality ingredients, flavorful broth, and great service, Happy Lamb is definitely worth a visit. I'll definitely be coming back for another hot pot night!

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Ask the Community - Happy Lamb Hot Pot

What is pricing for July 3rd? Is it holiday pricing all day?

Is it halal?

I am not very sure about it. Not going to lie or mislead you!

Do you take reservation for party of 12?

Yes we do. Please call or dm to make ur reservation! Thank you!

What is time limit for dinner?

The time limit for dinner is 90 minutes. We look forward to having you dine with us!

Do you have kids items such as french fries and chicken nuggets or tenders?

Hi there! We’re an All You Can Eat Chinese Hot Pot restaurant, so we don’t serve items like french… 

Can I get your current price for your regular menu and premium menu? Plus my daughter is 52 inches does she get 50% menu price? I see someone post you also give senior discount? If yes how much? We have a big family and coming this Sunday to eat.

From what time to what time?

They're open Mondays-Thursdays 12-3PM, then 5-9:30PM. On Fridays and Saturdays, they're open 12-10PM and Sundays they're open 12-9:30PM!

How much is ayce on weeekends?

Happy $32.99/Adult Happier $38.99/Adult

How much is the lunch?

Lunch $25.99/Adult

Hello. What is the price?

【Westminster AYCE Price】 Lunch $25.99/Adult Happy $32.99/Adult… 

Do you have gluten free noodles?

Hi Joseph, we have wide range of veggies and noodles, like Mung bean noodles, glass noodles, rice cake, and potato noodles.

Hou much for kids?

【Kids Price】 Free for Kids under 3ft Half off for kids under 4.5ft

I like to see the menu for your westminster ca location please?

They are still soft opening so their menu is on Yelp under menu. They have two options of AYCE and the Happier premium cost $38.99 per person. You have to ask them the price. I hope that helps.

What hours is your lunch special?

Mon-Thur 12-3pm Lunch Special $25.99/adult.

How much for lunch?

Lunch $25.99/Adult

How much for dinner?

【Soft Open AYCE Price】 Happy $32.99/Adult Happier $38.99/Adult

Can one person eat there or is it 2 or more?

Hello Mary, Yes, One person is okay to dine alone here at Westminster location. We are looking forward to seeing you soon.

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Canton Restaurant - Chao Ca Cho Cu

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4.3
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2.3 mi
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Very good place to get cha ca. The portion was decent for 2 people. I added the Rice paper wraps…read more That made it more filling. When the last piece of fish was gone, I wanted more. We also ordered some noodles, which were pretty decent. Overall, a very good experience. Attentive staff and friendly. Everything was made to order. Definitely recommend..

Came here twice, once a year, for that delicious and amazing and healing fish porridge. The flavor…read moredid not change, but I feel like it got even better because here, your memory won't fail you. Right off the boiler, into the beautiful wooden pot, served straight to your table with extra bowls and a ladle. White peppery congee with tender, melt in your mouth white fish -- the perfect amount for the portion. Plentiful ginger, a little vinegar and fish sauce. YES PLEASE. We had to get the wonton soup special again. As we were eating the delicious meal, the other guest on a weekday afternoon was served the house special broiled fish on the hot plate. The sweet aroma filled the room. We almost ordered that too, but we were stuffed. I can't wait to go back and get the broiled fish! Thank you to the amazing Vietnamese aunty and uncle who took such good care of us. They know their food brings people together and heals their soul, and they bring that kind energy while they check on you and drop off your meal. Every penny is worth it going to them.

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Seafood Cove 2

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3.9
(2.6k reviews)
1.7 mi
$$
Family-owned & operated
Kid friendly

Second visit here, and I still enjoy coming to this place. The atmosphere is pleasant, and it's…read moreactually cleaner and more spacious than many other dim sum restaurants I've been to. The service is good. They use a menu ordering system rather than the traditional carts rolling around, and I have to admit I miss the carts. There's something fun about the serendipity of seeing a dish go by, pointing at it, and trying something new. I also enjoy having a wide variety of options available. They did bring around a few plates to offer, which was a nice touch. I do have one major complaint: they list siu mai on the menu, but it really isn't siu mai. Traditional siu mai has a thin wrapper around the filling, while what they serve is essentially a ball of filling. I ordered the shrimp and mushroom version, but it was basically a shrimp ball topped with a shiitake mushroom. The individual dim sum pieces are larger than average, which is nice, but it also makes them easier to prepare and doesn't necessarily justify the very high prices. In fact, I think this may be one of the most expensive dim sum restaurants I've been to. When you're averaging more than $10 for three pieces of dim sum per dish, it becomes too expensive for a regular visit. That said, as an occasional treat, it's still a nice place to come.

Haven't been here in awhile, but just a shout out to the friendly staff and a plus that they have…read morevery well mannered young adults at the front desk and on the phone WHO SPEAK PERFECT ENGLISH. It's frustrating at times (at various restaurants) when the person taking your order cannot understand. Today my order was taken by Emily who didn't mind reading my order over when I got there to make sure I got everything I ordered. I ordered dim sum to go for dinner tonight and can't wait to enjoy it with my husband. It's hard to cook in this hot weather and after a full days work.... it's nice to have dinner already ready when I walk in the door. The last time I dined in, they had stopped using the "carts" for dim sum, which was a disappointment, but for whatever reason... times change. This is not the only restaurant who've ditched the carts and you order off a menu. I'm sure you'll agree that the parking here is difficult, however, now that I have a handicapped placard, it makes it a bit easier. They also have two elevators that go up to the second floor of the restaurant, which also helps in my current personal situation. Thank you Seafood Cove 2. You're still my #1 choice when the dim sum urge hits!

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91. Peking Duck / 北京鴨雨吃 / Vịt Quay Bắc Kinh (Hai Món) | $41.95 (Fried Duck Bones Not Pictured)
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Tan Cang Newport Seafood

Tan Cang Newport Seafood

3.9
(1.6k reviews)
3.7 mi
$$

Came back here for a family event. We were a little worried about a long wait and hard parking but…read moregiven the recession-vibes these days, we also weren't that worried. Turns out, it wasn't nearly as crowded as before - though spoiler: the price has increased a lot (I want to say it was $25/lb 10 years ago, and now is $37/lb). Keep in mind too, you can't get a small amount like 1lb - usually it's gonna be 3+lb so your bill is easily going to hit mid-$100 to $200s from the lobster alone. That being said, many people swear this is the best, and that's why they can charge whatever they want. I'm actually allergic to lobster (lol) but am a team player so I just sampled it for the funsies, and had to get another dish to actually eat (went with the beef lok luk). My family said the lobster noodle was good, but not like, fantastic (which we were expecting not fantastic but yeah, mostly came here to a family meeting.) The beef lok luk was also pretty good like, 4.3 of 5 - we just had another version at Paradise which was astounding (like 4.6) though also more expensive and pretty far away. Overall, not sure if we'll come back again as we're more curious about the copycats that have popped up which might be 80% as good and much more affordable. Stay tuned! :)

This place is always busy, and they don't take reservations -- but if you have a large party, you…read morecan call in advance and they will put you on a wait-list ... This helped us get a table much faster than we would have than if we had just shown up and waited. We ordered the large family meal, and there were 12 of us. We also ordered the Newport Lobster, fish fillet with black bean sauce, and an extra shrimp fried rice. Overall, I think the food was good, and the prices are reasonable (except the lobster, which was pricey, as you might expect from anything listed as "market price"). Most of us in the group thought the fish fillet with black bean sauce was the best. I thought it was very good, but not necessarily fantastic. (There are other Chinese restaurants that do it a little better.) The sauce was very good, but the fish wasn't quite as tender as it can be. Definitely a solid 4 stars. Other dishes were good. I think the scallop soup could have been great for some people, but my wife and I both hate cilantro, and there was a ton of cilantro. The pork was also good, and my friends thought the clams were also really good. I found the fried rice a bit bland. And for both the lobster and the crab, they could have made them a little easier to eat by cracking the shells a bit more for us. I hate fighting with my food ... And there was a fair amount of fighting on these 2 dishes. The lobster cost almost much as all the other dishes combined. It certainly looked amazing. And the sauce was very good. But I found most of it a bit overcooked. Maybe it was our fault for asking for a big one. Maybe a smaller lobster might have been cooked a little less. The great sauce (along with the fighting with the shell) might have covered up the fact that the meat was actually a bit tough and rubbery. I don't think I'd order this again. The service was very friendly and pretty fast. And, again, other than the lobster, the pieces were pretty reasonable.

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Capital Seafood Restaurant

Capital Seafood Restaurant

3.9
(499 reviews)
2.4 mi
$$
Family-owned & operated
27 years in business

My wife, her mom, and I had a dentist appointment in Little Saigon (Westminster), so decided to…read morehave a dine-in lunch nearby. Capital Seafood Restaurant opened at 11am; the wait was well worth it. All three of us loved it. There is a decent size dedicated parking lot just for the standalone restaurant, so was able to find easy parking. We were greeted immediately and directed to a circular booth, giving the three of us plenty of space. The inside space looked recently renovated, with a dedicated banquet room, and two dining hall wings. Hot complementary hot tea was brought for all, and ice water later when I specifically asked for it. Service was excellent throughout. The menu is a book, with the first two pages dedicated to a large lunch menu. Here it doesn't come with any additions (i.e. no soup or egg roll), but white rice is included and served family style. What it does have is a large selection (a whopping 53 different items), including some items I've never seen on a lunch before, all for $13.50. The menu is displayed on the first page (27 items) of the menu book, with the standard vegetarian, chicken, beef, or pork dishes. But by turning the page, one gets to another 26, this time mostly seafood. Many of the items caught by eye. L36 -Ship with Garlic Sauce - it came with big jumbo headless/shell-off shrimp, using a dark pungent sauce that I really liked. Vegetables were green and red peppers, red onions, and a lot of wood ear mushrooms (which I really like). It's a dish I would recommend, especially at this price point. L53 - Pan Fried Whole Fish - didn't really expect much from this, but asked the waitress what type of fish (was expecting tilapia or sway). When she answered 'flounder', I had to try it....and it was much, much better than I expected for the lunch price. It was a WHOLE expertly prepared flounder, with a crisp batter that I enjoyed, and a sweet delicate meat. It came with 2 sauces (soy based, sweet/sour), more for the batter. It was served immediately after it had been prepared. I really loved it, and felt it was a bargain for the price. 90- House Chow Mein HK style ($17) - a disk of deep fried chow mein, topped with a mixture of greens and different meats (including shrimp), in a lighter sauce. It was served immediately after preparation, which allowed us to choose if we want to eat the noodles while still crispy, or let the sauce soak in. Portions are not huge (even for the normal menu item like the pan fried noodles), but very appropriate for the prices. The three of us were able to finish our meal, with no need for take home containers. Soda is only provided from cans ($2.75 each) and I got a bottle of Tsingtao for $5. The check was brought to the table, with a 3% service charge for use of credit card. I enjoy doing a little research about the history of a restaurant like this. On a preliminary scan, there are multiple restaurants with the name of Capital Seafood in the LA/OC area: This location (with the original name of Capital Seafood, having domain of capitalseafoodgg.com) was founded in 1996 by immigrants from Cambodia, and recently was taken over by the original owner's son. There is a different restaurant (also named Capital Seafood, under the Capital Seafood Group in Irvine) running 3 Capital Noodle Bars in Irvine, Costa Mesa, and Brea, along with a Capital Seafood Restaurant in Irvine. This group seems to be related to Kim Tar (a SGV restaurant founded in 1982 in Monterey Park), signifying that they are using those original recipes in their restaurant. This location doesn't seem to be operated by that group, instead run as a separate restaurant. There is also a New Capital Seafood Restaurant in Rowland Heights, which doesn't seem to be operationally related to either one, though most likely branching off at some point. The only thing common seems to be the 'Capital' name (and the assumption that the owners/operators are probably related).

Wanted fresh live lobster and this place had the best price per lb. To give you an idea, Kings Fish…read moreHouse was $67/lb, the other Capital Seafood at Irvine Spectrum was $45/lb, and this place was like $28.99/lb. So we made the drive to Garden Grove. What stood out to me over the Capital Seafood in Irvine was the much friendlier service and the 90s R&B music in the background which was cool. Got the Lobster with house special sauce, Roasted duck with steam buns ($50), and Sautéed Pea sprouts veggies. * The lobster was definitely the star but just know the sauce is very buttery so may try a lighter sauce next time. Also still needed to crack some pieces so hands got really dirty (4/5) . * The duck was unfortunately too dry and tough and skin not so crispy so I will prob skip next time. But portion was good. (3/5) * The peasprout veggies were good and had a nice crunch but needed a little more salt. (4/5) Hot Tea was smooth, seating comfy. Only thing it was freezing cold and they should prob drop the AC a few degrees. The white girl server was super nice and always checked on us. Overall good experience and will be back.

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