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Came by on a Friday night and it was pretty busy but luckily I joined the waitlist so I didn't have to physically wait there. First off the atmosphere was pretty nice, music playing in the background and big screen playing the MTV in the back of the store. The menu was had a few interesting cold dishes and also skewers on top of the fish menu. I was disappointed with the fish as it wasn't very flavorful, there was garlic that was minced but not enough. There was also a bunch of garlics that was in a single garlics from the cover but barely added any flavor. The service was great because the staff came by to ask us how was the food and we briefly mentioned it's lacking in flavor so he brought the fish back in and had the more garlics added. The flavor was so not as flavorful as I was hoping which is a personal preference, it felt like something was missing. I usually go to Xun Yu Si Kao which is a bit more rundown but makes their spicy fish very garlicky. It was a good experience but the food was not good enough for me to want to come back.
Very attentive staff and service and food comes out pretty quickly after ordering. Ordering is done on an ipad but the staff will come and confirm the order with you, continuously clear plates, help put jackets in a plastic bag (like they do at hotpot spots) and even offer hair ties for the girlies. Ordered the grilled fish and easily one of the better grilled fish spots that I've tried (I've been to three other places before). The fish was a decent size (the big mouth bass), not too small, and between two people, we had no issues demolishing this fish and could've easily eaten another order hahhh. Still very shareable though, especially if you order other items too. We got the "special sauce" flavor which wasn't spicy at all and was really good, though towards the very end, it started to get sweeter. Add on's were especially generous - we opted for beansprouts and the mung bean noodles and the noodles felt never ending. Also ordered some skewers, they were a bit on the pricey side but the meat was pretty good for the lamb.
Everything here is pretty good I would be wary of the bones in the fish eat it slow if you don't have experience with bone in fish. But flavor wise it's all pretty good I would recommend.
This place is packed even really late on a weekday! The Artic clams appetizer is one of my favorites! The green pepper sauce it comes in is very addicting. The tofu pudding sauce is spicy and tingly. The tofu itself is very tender and just melts in your mouth. The kumquat tea is a great way to cool down from the spice.
Everything was delicious but didn't stand out to me. There's a ton of places on 8th Ave with the same dishes with larger portions. I was disappointed in how small portions were for the price tag. We ordered two large fishes. The fishes were not good but the seasoning and soup were great (The fish had very little meat in them and didn't taste as good as the garnishes) The stand out factor was the garnishes which is crazy! This isn't a spot I would be a regular customer since it was mediocre and expensive.
This is the perfect place to go to in the middle of a cold winter night. We made the trek from Manhattan to deep Brooklyn for some spicy szechuan fish and it did not disappoint at all. The fish was tender and flakey and the spicy level was absolutely perfect. The portions were also insanely big. It has a cool Asian ambiance here as classic Asian songs are played on this large screen projector in the back of the restaurant. The service was very good as they explained to us the differences between all the fish fillet options.
This was my first time coming here with my family and I will definitely be back! There were so many good flavors and types of fish to choose from, from tomato to mala fish. The ways to customize your own pot of fish (or other seafood) are endless. I definitely recommend the buffalo fish, it was very soft and barely had too much bones. You had a tablet and could order to your liking which I thought was pretty cool because I got a visual look at how everything looks like. Garlic eggplant tastes like a typical garlic eggplant would. The servers were pretty nice and helpful as this was my first time. Overall enjoyed it. I definitely recommend coming in a (semi) big group because one fish was wayy too much for 3 people! Extra ++ to the free herbal jelly dessert at the end
I came around 7 PM today and the wait was a little over an hour, which is fine since I was told it is a must come store. First time here, and I was impressed by the interior mood setting. Once seated, they ask you if you want to put your jacket in a bag so the smell doesn't get on it. They also offered a hair tie as I have long hair. The food came out pretty fast despite the fact that it was busy at the time. We also got a free appetizer while we wait for our food. You get a tablet to decide what you want and the spice level. The service was good and they cleared our plates pretty quickly. You also get free dessert at the end (grass jelly). It is a pretty loud place, but the food was worth it!
This places was BUSY and for good reason. When you walk in, it's a dark atmosphere and shining lights as if you went to karaoke. It's in a very weird area but it doesn't really matter that much. The food itself was so good. We ordered a lot more than pictured but we ate it before I could even get a picture. I don't know if I was just hungry or what but this food felt like it was on another level. I constantly crave for this place and I've only been there once. I have no complaints, this place is top notch. Service was quick and it is very optimal for those who speak Chinese. I was told by my momma and grandma that they went here often to eat, and from that, although this place may be a bit loud and crowded, it's perfect for anyone wanting a delicious meal at night. Not only that, it was very easy for them to communicate since there wasn't a language barrier. I'd come back to New York just to get another taste of the chicken in chili sauce.
Amazing flavour and amazing service! Can't recommend this place enough! This place specializes in their 烤鱼, they have a good variety of fish to choose from and various soup bases. You can choose to add veggies, noodles and etc to the pot as well. My boyfriend and I ordered the striped bass with spicy tofu pudding soup base. The flavour was absolutely amazing! Really reminds me of my hometown sichuan :) also note the portions are massive, one of the fish dish can comfortably serve 3-4 people. The waiters were super friendly and we also got a bowl of grass jelly in milk tea as dessert :)
came here with my boyfriend and parents and we had a blast! We ordered 1 fried fish, spicy garlic flavored with mung bean noodle, cauliflower, enoki mushroom and fungus (you can choose as many toppings as you want for about 4 dollars/topping) and pickled pepper bullfrog - which came with toppings that you could not pick. There were lots of bones in the fish and so I thought the bullfrog was easier to eat. My parents and boyfriend don't really like things too spicy so we asked for less spicy for both dishes and they accommodated it and the two dishes were very bearable for everyone. The fish and bullfrog came out super quickly which was great because we were very hungry. The portions are huge and we brought home lots of leftovers. It's pretty dark inside the restaurant and lots of seating! The waitresses came by often to change out our plates (with bones) and also we got complimentary grass jelly dessert which was super refreshing after a heavily seasoned meal.
The food at Hot Space was great, but the phenomenal service is the reason I'm giving this place five stars. The roasted scallop, which came in a large shell, was sliced up and mixed with vermicelli noodles and garlic. I thoroughly enjoyed it. The roasted frog was alright. The meat was flavorful, but it needed some kind of glaze or sauce. I really liked the sea bass, which was the star of the show. We ordered it with two flavors (spicy garlic and black pepper oyster sauce), along with soft tofu, enoki mushrooms, lotus root, and Chinese cabbage. It arrived in a large split pan that the waiters kept heated. The spicy garlic flavor didn't have much garlic taste, mostly spice, but I loved the black pepper oyster sauce. The black pepper was quite strong though, so if that's not your thing, avoid this flavor. The enoki mushrooms, cabbage, and tofu were also delicious. I wish the lotus root had been cooked down and softer. Now, onto the service. First of all, we got a bunch of free items. Since we got two flavors for our fish, we received a free chilled dish of tofu and preserved eggs in oyster sauce and sesame oil. This was sooo good. Probably my favorite dish of the night. The sauce was simple yet addicting, and it even made me enjoy preserved eggs, which I normally dislike. I ordered passion fruit green tea and they gave us plum iced tea and kumquat lemon iced tea on the house. At the end of our meal we also received dessert bowls of grass jelly in coconut/soy milk. Our waiters kept checking on us and asking how everything was. They seemed genuinely interested in finding out how I knew about the restaurant and making sure we enjoyed our food. That level of care and courtesy really makes Hot Space stand out, and it's a big part of the reason I'll be back.
We ordered a roasted fish, some seafood platter, a few skewers, and marinated beef. Everything was great except for the fish. I would recommend getting fewer add-ons in the fish as they pretty much disappear. Vegetables in the fish would absorb too much of the spice, rendering it too salty/spicy. On the contrary, I highly recommend the seafood dish. There's a good mix in there and it comes with vegetables included. The skewers were well-seasoned and reasonably priced. Waitstaff frequently changed our plates which was appreciated, and water was refilled too. They kept a close eye and turned on and off the flame for our dishes in good time. We had a jacket holder bag which appeared to work. The table was just a tad small if you have 6 people. Vibes were on the younger side.
Food: The food is delicious here! We ordered the grilled eggplant with garlic, clams, and a grilled fish as the main dish. This place is known for their grilled fish dishes, where you pick the type of fish, the flavor and then your add-ons. It is served in a huge tray with burners on the bottom to keep it hot during your meal. We tried the spicy tofu flavor, which was excellent, but they also offer non-spicy flavors. Add-ons include various veggies, mushrooms, and noodles. All of the food was very fresh and flavorful, and we were very happy with the quality. Service: Service was phenomenal. The staff was so attentive and friendly. We brought a cake to cut at the restaurant and the staff were very helpful in getting everything set up and the table cleared before we brought the cake out. Ambiance: The restaurant is not that big, but they can definitely accommodate large and small groups. Seating is spacious and comfortable. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant! read more
Initially wanted to go to a different spot for skewers, but stumbled upon this place instead since there were so many people lined up outside! Not the best skewers I've had but we did notice a lot of people ordering the crawfish and decided to order one, and it did not disappoint! So juicy and flavorful, I wish I could try some of the other flavors!! Staff were extremely quick to service and the ambiance is nice and loud haha perfect spot for late night snack/meal with friends! read more
10 months ago
Came by on a Friday night and it was pretty busy but luckily I joined the waitlist so I didn't have to physically wait there. First off the atmosphere was pretty nice, music playing in the background and big screen playing the MTV in the back of the store. The menu was had a few interesting cold dishes and also skewers on top of the fish menu. I was disappointed with the fish as it wasn't very flavorful, there was garlic that was minced but not enough. There was also a bunch of garlics that was in a single garlics from the cover but barely added any flavor. The service was great because the staff came by to ask us how was the food and we briefly mentioned it's lacking in flavor so he brought the fish back in and had the more garlics added. The flavor was so not as flavorful as I was hoping which is a personal preference, it felt like something was missing. I usually go to Xun Yu Si Kao which is a bit more rundown but makes their spicy fish very garlicky. It was a good experience but the food was not good enough for me to want to come back. read more
Very attentive staff and service and food comes out pretty quickly after ordering. Ordering is done on an ipad but the staff will come and confirm the order with you, continuously clear plates, help put jackets in a plastic bag (like they do at hotpot spots) and even offer hair ties for the girlies. Ordered the grilled fish and easily one of the better grilled fish spots that I've tried (I've been to three other places before). The fish was a decent size (the big mouth bass), not too small, and between two people, we had no issues demolishing this fish and could've easily eaten another order hahhh. Still very shareable though, especially if you order other items too. We got the "special sauce" flavor which wasn't spicy at all and was really good, though towards the very end, it started to get sweeter. Add on's were especially generous - we opted for beansprouts and the mung bean noodles and the noodles felt never ending. Also ordered some skewers, they were a bit on the pricey side but the meat was pretty good for the lamb. read more
9 months ago
Everything here is pretty good I would be wary of the bones in the fish eat it slow if you don't have experience with bone in fish. But flavor wise it's all pretty good I would recommend. read more
This place is packed even really late on a weekday! The Artic clams appetizer is one of my favorites! The green pepper sauce it comes in is very addicting. The tofu pudding sauce is spicy and tingly. The tofu itself is very tender and just melts in your mouth. The kumquat tea is a great way to cool down from the spice. read more
10 months ago
Everything was delicious but didn't stand out to me. There's a ton of places on 8th Ave with the same dishes with larger portions. I was disappointed in how small portions were for the price tag. We ordered two large fishes. The fishes were not good but the seasoning and soup were great (The fish had very little meat in them and didn't taste as good as the garnishes) The stand out factor was the garnishes which is crazy! This isn't a spot I would be a regular customer since it was mediocre and expensive. read more
This is the perfect place to go to in the middle of a cold winter night. We made the trek from Manhattan to deep Brooklyn for some spicy szechuan fish and it did not disappoint at all. The fish was tender and flakey and the spicy level was absolutely perfect. The portions were also insanely big. It has a cool Asian ambiance here as classic Asian songs are played on this large screen projector in the back of the restaurant. The service was very good as they explained to us the differences between all the fish fillet options. read more
2 years ago
This was my first time coming here with my family and I will definitely be back! There were so many good flavors and types of fish to choose from, from tomato to mala fish. The ways to customize your own pot of fish (or other seafood) are endless. I definitely recommend the buffalo fish, it was very soft and barely had too much bones. You had a tablet and could order to your liking which I thought was pretty cool because I got a visual look at how everything looks like. Garlic eggplant tastes like a typical garlic eggplant would. The servers were pretty nice and helpful as this was my first time. Overall enjoyed it. I definitely recommend coming in a (semi) big group because one fish was wayy too much for 3 people! Extra ++ to the free herbal jelly dessert at the end read more
I came around 7 PM today and the wait was a little over an hour, which is fine since I was told it is a must come store. First time here, and I was impressed by the interior mood setting. Once seated, they ask you if you want to put your jacket in a bag so the smell doesn't get on it. They also offered a hair tie as I have long hair. The food came out pretty fast despite the fact that it was busy at the time. We also got a free appetizer while we wait for our food. You get a tablet to decide what you want and the spice level. The service was good and they cleared our plates pretty quickly. You also get free dessert at the end (grass jelly). It is a pretty loud place, but the food was worth it! read more
3 years ago
This places was BUSY and for good reason. When you walk in, it's a dark atmosphere and shining lights as if you went to karaoke. It's in a very weird area but it doesn't really matter that much. The food itself was so good. We ordered a lot more than pictured but we ate it before I could even get a picture. I don't know if I was just hungry or what but this food felt like it was on another level. I constantly crave for this place and I've only been there once. I have no complaints, this place is top notch. Service was quick and it is very optimal for those who speak Chinese. I was told by my momma and grandma that they went here often to eat, and from that, although this place may be a bit loud and crowded, it's perfect for anyone wanting a delicious meal at night. Not only that, it was very easy for them to communicate since there wasn't a language barrier. I'd come back to New York just to get another taste of the chicken in chili sauce. read more
1 year ago
Amazing flavour and amazing service! Can't recommend this place enough! This place specializes in their 烤鱼, they have a good variety of fish to choose from and various soup bases. You can choose to add veggies, noodles and etc to the pot as well. My boyfriend and I ordered the striped bass with spicy tofu pudding soup base. The flavour was absolutely amazing! Really reminds me of my hometown sichuan :) also note the portions are massive, one of the fish dish can comfortably serve 3-4 people. The waiters were super friendly and we also got a bowl of grass jelly in milk tea as dessert :) read more
3 years ago
came here with my boyfriend and parents and we had a blast! We ordered 1 fried fish, spicy garlic flavored with mung bean noodle, cauliflower, enoki mushroom and fungus (you can choose as many toppings as you want for about 4 dollars/topping) and pickled pepper bullfrog - which came with toppings that you could not pick. There were lots of bones in the fish and so I thought the bullfrog was easier to eat. My parents and boyfriend don't really like things too spicy so we asked for less spicy for both dishes and they accommodated it and the two dishes were very bearable for everyone. The fish and bullfrog came out super quickly which was great because we were very hungry. The portions are huge and we brought home lots of leftovers. It's pretty dark inside the restaurant and lots of seating! The waitresses came by often to change out our plates (with bones) and also we got complimentary grass jelly dessert which was super refreshing after a heavily seasoned meal. read more
The food at Hot Space was great, but the phenomenal service is the reason I'm giving this place five stars. The roasted scallop, which came in a large shell, was sliced up and mixed with vermicelli noodles and garlic. I thoroughly enjoyed it. The roasted frog was alright. The meat was flavorful, but it needed some kind of glaze or sauce. I really liked the sea bass, which was the star of the show. We ordered it with two flavors (spicy garlic and black pepper oyster sauce), along with soft tofu, enoki mushrooms, lotus root, and Chinese cabbage. It arrived in a large split pan that the waiters kept heated. The spicy garlic flavor didn't have much garlic taste, mostly spice, but I loved the black pepper oyster sauce. The black pepper was quite strong though, so if that's not your thing, avoid this flavor. The enoki mushrooms, cabbage, and tofu were also delicious. I wish the lotus root had been cooked down and softer. Now, onto the service. First of all, we got a bunch of free items. Since we got two flavors for our fish, we received a free chilled dish of tofu and preserved eggs in oyster sauce and sesame oil. This was sooo good. Probably my favorite dish of the night. The sauce was simple yet addicting, and it even made me enjoy preserved eggs, which I normally dislike. I ordered passion fruit green tea and they gave us plum iced tea and kumquat lemon iced tea on the house. At the end of our meal we also received dessert bowls of grass jelly in coconut/soy milk. Our waiters kept checking on us and asking how everything was. They seemed genuinely interested in finding out how I knew about the restaurant and making sure we enjoyed our food. That level of care and courtesy really makes Hot Space stand out, and it's a big part of the reason I'll be back. read more
We ordered a roasted fish, some seafood platter, a few skewers, and marinated beef. Everything was great except for the fish. I would recommend getting fewer add-ons in the fish as they pretty much disappear. Vegetables in the fish would absorb too much of the spice, rendering it too salty/spicy. On the contrary, I highly recommend the seafood dish. There's a good mix in there and it comes with vegetables included. The skewers were well-seasoned and reasonably priced. Waitstaff frequently changed our plates which was appreciated, and water was refilled too. They kept a close eye and turned on and off the flame for our dishes in good time. We had a jacket holder bag which appeared to work. The table was just a tad small if you have 6 people. Vibes were on the younger side. read more
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There is only one thing not great about this place: they do not do beef/chicken/pork type of meats. That's it! Hot Space is an establishment that focuses on a particular type of hot pot. They bring to you scrumptious and juicy seafood on a huge pan, with a burner under it to keep the heat (temperature and taste) going. You get to select 4 vegetables to get a slight discount on them, which is a pretty great idea. The vegetables cut the spice and the oil, as well as boosts the longevity of the already massive dish. After all, diversity is great. And the experience is great as soon as you enter. The staff are very friendly and hyper attentive to the point of near excess. They stopped by our table to check on the burners several times in the hour we were there, and that is in additional to bringing dishes, clearing dishes and refilling our water. And the free appetizer nuts. Omg. Definitely give this place a shot if you like spicy and seafood! read more
2 years ago
Serving sizes are huge! Love the sea bass fish and you get to choose what soup base you want. I love that each platter comes with ramen, tofu and fish tofu. They also give a free dessert at the end of the meal. The dish taste amazing with a bowl of rice! read more
3 years ago
6 years ago
Amazing food and service. This is a great place for a family or late night eat. We ordered the spicy beef and ox tongue, seafood instant noodles and spicy seafood family tray. Everything was amazing and for 2 people we had enough left over for lunch the next day. The staff is super nice and explain the experience really well. read more
6 years ago
I love the Spicy pickle fish! We two people empty the whole plates! Also the the ice peace tea drink is so great. The service is great too! They gave me a nice container for my leftover tea to go! Nice service! A must come place if you love spicy and seafood I didn't take a picture of the dish, but I guarantee you it is good! read more
4 years ago
Great food and great service. You may be aware of that Asian restaurant focus on their food, meaning you will get bad service. However, this restaurant offer both great service and authentic Chinese food. Came here at 6pm on a Friday night, the restaurant was almost full. If you are around the corner, come and try it out. read more
5 years ago
7 years ago
I came here for dinner on a Thursday night with a group of 3 people. I was surprised the place was pretty crowded. The place doesn't serve meat, only seafood or frog. We ordered the pickled big mouth sea bass. We ordered 4 toppings since there as a discount if you order 4 or more toppings. We got the cabbage, tofu, bean curd, and Chinese vegetables. The fish took a while to come out. They give you sunflower seeds and peanuts to snack on while waiting. The fish was cooked well and there were a lot of toppings. The fish itself was rather small though and pretty pricey. Even a bowl of rice is an extra $1, it's weird that they don't include it with the fish. Service was fast and attentive. I don't know if I would come back since it's pretty expensive for just one fish. read more
Would rate this place 3.5 but rounding down to 3. I had mixed feelings about this place. Did I really want to commute all the way to Brooklyn for this place? No. Was it worth it? No. If you do not eat fish, frog or seafood, then this is not the place for you. There's no beef/chicken/pork as the main entree. Only seafood here. Pick your seafood, then your sauce and other add-ins like veggies. I had the sea bass with garlic sauce and some veggies, as well as the peppercorn frog. The food comes out on giant trays and it is sizzling. Sea bass completely missed the mark for me. Lacked flavor but salty and quite difficult to eat. The frog was the hero of the night. There was actually a good proportion of frog - not just wood ears and hidden veggies. Frog was super tender and flavorful. Also, I tried two apps - the tripe and the cucumber. Tripe was fine but the cucumber was more pickled than I preferred. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
great food and people, ordered the garlic flavor bullfrogs with other appetizers including spicy kelp salad and a few skewers, some problem occurred but the staff on shift that day resolved it very quick and efficiently. would recommend! :) read more
8 years ago
The menu for Hot Space seemed interesting so I decided to stop by and try! We were a party of four and ordered 1 Homemade Duck appetizer. I don't eat duck by my family said it was flavorful and delicious. The size is enough for four people to get a good couple of pieces. Next we got their signature fish dish. We ordered: - Buffalo Fish in the Spicy Pudding Flavor which was $48.95 for 4lbs. The flavor we got is similar to the Mala/ Szechuan style. We also added 4 veggies (enoki, Chinese cabbage, black fungus, bean curd stick) for $8 or you can get just one for $2.50. Also got 3 bowls of rice. Lastly they give you free herbal jelly dessert! The flavor of the dish was amazing! It's not too spicy where you can't eat it. It's more of the addictive spice that makes you want to eat more. Also wanted to add that the staff is super attentive! They were also informative about the menu and dishes. Had a great time and would definitely come back. read more
5 years ago
Amazing food and service every time! Very attentive wait staff This place is the best you can ever go with your friends. read more
8 years ago
This was the best authentic Chinese cuisine I've had in years! We had a fantastic dinner seafood platter, the Hot Spicy Seafood. Blue Point Crab, Shrimp, Lobster, squid, Eggplant, Tofu, Black Mushroom, in a spicy broth served in an iron baking tray over a flame. They offer a most generous serving for 4, we were 3 and now have 2 great take-home containers. Drinks were Cucumber juice for Mechelle (dont underestimate its appeal- it was amazingly refreshing). I opted for the Kumquat Lemon Iced Tea. Come enjoy, say hi to Tina, she was the most helpful server we'd ever met -no kidding. The rest of the staff was super attentive. We'll certainly be back to explore the rest of their seafood based menu. read more
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774 51st St
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