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Hotpot Bay

4.9 (121 reviews)
Open • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Coconut Pudding
Marlena S.

10/10 ahhhhh - if you loved Supreme Pot in Daly City (now closed) this should be your new spot! Tom Yum is super flavorful, large meat serving, and veggies fresh af! They also have a super clean sauce bar which is a big thing for me since it's touched throughout the day. Def recommend getting dessert at the end. Eames has served us twice and is so hospitable/quick.

Fried crispy pork
Allena C.

The 4 of us decided to check this spot out because of the high rating, and it did not disappoint! We believe the owner welcomed us in for our first visit. Clean, bright, and spacious dining area--perfect for hot pot! *** OUR PICKS *** FRIED CRISPY PORK ~ this was like popcorn chicken, but made with pork. The seasoning wasn't at all spicy, but flavorful. Nice starter though with our meat combo for 4, we probably didn't need it. We had so much food! 4/5 2 PERSON MEAT COMBO (2X) ~ this is what was chosen and included with our meal: *** B R O T H *** ~ House Spicy Soup ~ A light chili oil broth with fragrant heat and mild numbing spice. ~ Tom Yum ~ inspired by Tom Yum Flavors, offering a bold sour and spicy taste. (Actually was a bit spicy, though NOT noted on the menu) ~ Miso (2x) ~ savory Japanese miso broth with smooth, comforting taste. *** M E A T *** ~ Australian Wagyu Beef Shoulder Clod ~ Prime Beef Top Blade (2) ~ Wagyu Beef Short Roll ~ Wagyu Chuck Eye Roll ~ Wagyu Beef Boneless Short ribs *** V E G E T A B L E S *** ~ Broccoli ~ Corn ~ Enoki mushrooms ~ Cabbage ~ King oyster mushrooms ~ Frozen tofu ~ Spinach ~ Bamboo shoots ~ Taro slices ~ Seafood mushrooms ~ Fried tofu balls ~ Pumpkin slices ~ Winter melon ~ Fried bean curd skin ~ Thinly shredded potatoes *** N O O D L E S & R I C E *** ~ Flat Noodles (2x) ~ Rice ~ Rice Cakes *** D E S S E R T S *** ~ Coconut Pudding (served in a coconut) (2x) ($4 per combo set) Light, refreshing & delicious! 5/5 ~ Rice cakes with brown sugar (comp for birthday celebration). Yummy! 4/5 Everything we were served was top-notch! The vegetables were fresh and meats were high-quality, tender, and beautifully marbled. There was also a complimentary sauce bar, much like many other hot pot spots to elevate your hot pot experience. We were already stuffed, but really wanted to try the coconut pudding in a whole coconut, so we had a little and packed up the rest. We couldn't finish two trays of meat, so they provided take home containers for us to enjoy hot pot later! For a non-AYCE hot pot spot, I found the prices to be reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food. If you like having hot pot and haven't tried Hotpot Bay, I'd highly recommend it!

Michelle Y.

I still love Hotpot Bay and I'm so glad to see that they're getting more business now (well-deserved)! Jacky is super amazing and has a great attention to detail. He always remembers us and what we like! Even though he's typically the only person waiting the tables, every table receives stellar service. FYI their lunch deal is ending this month so go try it before it's gone! Their beef tallow broth is delicious and I can't wait to come back with my friends to try out the karaoke room in the back :)

Tiffany C.

Was craving for some non AYCE Hot Pot and stumbled upon this place. We were greeted by a friendly server and since it was our first time, he walked us through the whole menu. He was super detailed and very helpful. We took forever to decide on what we wanted to order and he was super patient with us and even offered us suggestions. We started off with some appetizers (?) from the sauce bar. If I remember correctly, there was edamame, chicken feet, cucumbers, and a few other things! I got the Spicy Beef Tallow Soup and oh my, it was a fantastic choice! The Beef Tongue was so good and I cannot say enough good things about the Coconut Pudding. SUPER REFRESHING! Great way to end the meal!

I've been seeing HotPot Bay all over my social media feed and wanted to give it a try! I came with my sisters for dinner and we did the combo meal for two, along with a few extra orders of meat/carbs à la carte. This was definitely more than enough food for three girls. The sauce bar also has a good number of options that you can mix and customize. There are also other finger food items like chicken feet and pickled cucumbers that you can try, but we didn't want to fill ourselves up on sides. Taste and quality-wise, the food reminded me a lot of Mumu Hot Pot. I wasn't overly impressed by anything in particular, but overall, this is a solid option if you're looking for quality hot pot in the area. There's a decent amount of seating, the servers are super nice, and the meat comes out relatively quickly. Overall, a good spot to keep in mind if you're craving hot pot!

Green Pepper
Devina D.

This place recently opened, and I would definitely come back again! I love green pepper soup, and there aren't many places that offer it, so I was excited to try this spot. They have a good variety of soup bases. The tom yum is definitely more on the tomato-based side, but the green pepper soup was so good and definitely my favorite. They also have a sauce bar with a few side dishes, including chicken feet. This is not AYCE, but they offer some great combo options that are reasonably priced. I also appreciated that they had a weekend lunch combo price when I visited on Sunday, which is pretty rare since most places only offer lunch specials on weekdays. They had a $20 combo that included a drink and a single set, which is a great deal for the Bay Area. We came for an early Mother's Day lunch, and there were only about four other parties inside, so it wasn't too crowded. They were running a promo where spending $80 gets you a voucher for a chance to win a free item or Labubu. They were also giving roses to moms, which was a really nice touch. My husband and I shared one of their larger sets ($62), and it was definitely filling enough for both of us. I would 100% come back for the green pepper soup base! Note: we called to make a reservation but definitely don't think you need to unless you have a large party.

Coconut gel dessert
Larry B.

OMG where do I start? Amazing selection of ingredients and delicious quality meats (tiger prawns, wagyu beef, pork, etc.). I've never done hotpot like this. The coconut gelatin dessert was delicious! I was overwhelmed at all the ingredients and ways to prepare your food. I'll have to do this several times before I can feel comfortable and know what I'm doing. Great service, nicely decorated and fun interesting music playing. Definitely a treat! Just fantastic!

Meat quality, service, vibes all 5 stars! What a great addition to the neighborhood. Food was amazing. No frills family friendly ambiance. Really think this is a great place for people of all ages. Probably some of the best service we've gotten in San Francisco. The server Eames really made a difference. Will definitely be back!

Trina D.

This is one of my favorite hot pot restaurants. A single serving costs $78, and I ordered two. The meat and vegetables were very fresh, and the restaurant was spotless; even though it was packed with customers, the service was fast and attentive. The price is very reasonable considering the generous portion size. If you're ever in SF, you should definitely come here and give it a try. I just wish they used a little less MSG--then it would be absolutely perfect

Anna T.

Food 4/5 We came on a Sunday around 1pm and there was no wait. They currently have a happy hour menu where you can get a set meal for $20! Comes with one meat, veggies, plum juice, and sauce bar. The mala broth was spicy and very fragrant. Service 5/5 The waiter/owner? was very nice in explaining everything and letting us know the diff options. Ambiance 4/5 I like that the tables are spaced far enough so you're not squished right next to each other. Bright, white colors in the restaurant and overall very clean an organized.

Vanessa F.

I went to this hotpot place for lunch with a friend and it was so great. I would love to recommend this place to others! They have a variety of combos for lunch and dinner also including a complementary plum drink or soda with meal. Their sauce bar also includes edamame and a great cucumber salad I could eat a whole bowl of. My lunch combo came with one plate of veggies, one protein, and I decided to choose ramen noodles. The establishment was very well kept and the bathrooms were very clean. They were playing basketball when I arrived which was nice. I spoke with the owner at the end of our meal and was informed there's even a karaoke room! Jacky is a great guy and deserves to be recognized for great work. Thank you for the sample of a fabulous coconut pudding and the excellent service. Please go support this business, you won't be disappointed!

Menu as of March 2026
Belinda C.

Hotpot Bay recently opened this year in the old Fiery Hotpot location on Taraval and has now become my favorite hot pot place in the Bay Area. From the outside, the place looks small, but as soon as you walk in, it's actually pretty spacious. They have tables for both large and small parties. I like how each table has an additional cart for you to use to put more food on, which makes the table feel less crowded. This is not an AYCE hot pot place, but more of a set menu or à la carte spot. They have a really good deal for their set menus, with two options for a 2-person combo. Option one is the Build-A-Bay Combo, which gives you a choice of two soups, two meats, two sides, and two noodle/rice options. Option two is the Meat-a-Bay Combo, which includes two soups, three meats, and two noodle/rice options. In my opinion, Option 2 (the Meat-a-Bay) is the best bang for your buck. They also have a sauce bar with a variety of sauces and snacks, like chicken feet, edamame, cucumber salad, and aiyu jelly. Each combo also comes with a veggie plate, which includes cabbage, corn, winter melon, pumpkin, two different mushrooms, spinach, bamboo, broccoli, and tofu puffs. Their beancurd skin was actually our favorite because it was so silky, so I highly recommend it. When it comes to the meat, we ended up getting the Wagyu beef boneless short ribs, the Australian Wagyu beef shoulder, and the lamb shoulder. All three were extremely tender and literally melt in your mouth. The cuts weren't too thick, so they cooked in seconds. The portions for each plate of meat were huge--like double the size compared to other places. Even though we got three plates of meat, we still weren't able to finish it. We spoke to the owner, Jacky, and he said he did a lot of research on the meats before offering them. It sounded like it took him months to find the right meat and perfect the cuts. He also mentioned that the beancurd skin is one of the most popular veggie options and sometimes sells out. Overall, you can tell that the owner put a lot of dedication into this restaurant. For dessert, we ordered the coconut pudding, which came in a real coconut. The pudding was very good, and I would recommend it if you're a coconut fan. It was also perfect to have at the end of the meal since it helped cool us off. I love that they are open for both lunch and dinner, and during lunchtime, the combos are available at a cheaper price. They also came by with a raffle box where you have a chance to win something with a scratcher--Jacky told me that someone once won a Labubu! I would have to say this is one of the best hot pot places in the Bay Area. The quality of the food was excellent, and the service was top-notch. I'll definitely be back with more family and friends.

Michele T.

Made reservations for 6:30pm on a Saturday and glad we did because it was busy. Friendly service, explained the menu options and provided recommendations. Since there were 3 of us, we ordered the Meat-a-bay combo and the My-bay combo. Hubs ordered the Tom Yum soup and I ordered the mushroom soup - good. Kiddo ordered the House Spicy soup but had to change it as it was way too spicy for him. Forgot to take pictures of the meats we ordered - quite a bit of meat. Not sure what was what, but they all tasted fresh. In my opinion, this hotpot was much more flavorful than others I've had. Dinner ended with a coconut pudding for us to share. Kiddo's fave so he was happy.

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My birthday is coming soon . I am wondering if you are ioffering birthday deals for one's birthday?

I went for my birthday a few days ago and asked the wait staff if they had any birthday specials. He said they did not have a specific deal or offer but went to ask the chef/manager who came out and offered me an extra portion of meat! It was the… 

Is there an all you can eat option? Seems like it's comparable in price to the AYCE places.

No , they don't have an all you can eat option. However, I feel the quality of their meat options are better than ayce places. And for the Meat -a-bay combo for two , it was pretty big already. We didn't even finish it

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Bearing West

Bearing West

4.7(149 reviews)
0.4 mi•Parkside

We came here to celebrate a birthday. Been wanting to try it and we were happy we did. The staff is…read moreextremely friendly- our server Emma? Emily? was the best! Nice cool vibe and the menu had happy hour specials. We had the Baja style fish tacos $14 which was battered and fried fish and slaw. The fish was nicely done. The shrimp Louie $22.50 had nice amount of bay shrimp, egg and avocado. The chicken Milanese sandwich $16 was a bit disappointing though. The battered chicken fingers were a bit dry and the pieces were on the small size, as was the fried chicken fingers $12. The deviled eggs $8.50 was creamy. Could've done without the pickled jalapeño-made it bit bitter. We all loved the griddled sourdough $5 ! I'd come back to check out more of the small bites menu.

My sister was craving some oysters yesterday so we decided to try this spot, she also found out the…read more$2 Tuesday specials. We walked in and liked the spot immediately it gave the both of us like a very Oceanside spot, not entirely sure on how to describe it to be honest. Our waitress was super friendly and great in serving us throughout our meal. Both of our favorite things that we ate was actually their $5 happy hour fish tacos. We were so surprised and loved the fact we ate that last. The only thing I was taken aback was that the oysters were not chucked entirely properly and there was one that was pretty bad that I couldn't order more oysters like I wanted to, I think it wasn't as fresh. If I could give a 3.5 I would because of that bad oyster I ate. But overall good spot! And I would highly recommend the fish tacos!

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Shaking Crab - Combo #4 ($95.99) - Dungeness Crab, 1lb Shrimp, 1lb Clam, 1lb Crawfish, 2 Corns, 2 Potatoes, 4 Sausages

Shaking Crab

3.1(730 reviews)
3.1 mi
•$$$

Not too bad of a spot. The service was fine, just minimal - Getting checked in & checked out. The…read moreplace is clean with a simple interior. The lighting was minimal while we ate because it was during sunset - which nicely lit the restaurant. We got the C3 combo (potatoes, corn, sausage, shrimp & your choice of Dungeness or king crab (price difference depending which type of crab you pick)). We chose Dungeness crab for our combo and added extra potatoes & sausage. We also ordered the grilled squid and soft shell crab salad. The soft shell crab salad was good; The crab was just a bit over-fried. The grilled squid was great. Nice, chewy texture of the squid & the sauce it came in complimented the dish well. The flavor on the C3 combo was good. The seasoning clumped together and became a paste at the bottom of the bag, which would stick to the food, so I found myself wiping it off while eating.

Date: Saturday, September 6th, 2025 Party of: 2…read moreMeal: Dinner Takeaway Ordered By: Calling in a Pickup Order Combo #4 ($95.99) *Dungeness Crab *1lb Shrimp *1lb Clam *1lb Crawfish *2 Corns *2 Potatoes *4 Sausages *Atomic Sauces *All the Sauces *Explosion XXX I was craving seafood in a bag. On the way back home from SJ to SF, I decided to try Shaking Crab. I called in my takeout order and it was ready about 15 mins later. There was an additional plastic bag fee of $0.25. It was a good amount of food. The hubby isn't really into seafood so it was basically all mine. Took quite a few days to finish. Taste wise, the sauce was very bland. Where was the savory spicy goodness?! It just fell sort. I didn't really have anything at home to spice it up with so I just ate it as is. Fulfilled the seafood craving, but I wanted more flavor. I guess if you're in a pinch and really want some cajun, this may tick the box. But there are definitely better places out there. REVIEW #3854

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Sunset Cantina - Aguachiles, fish tacos, carnitas platter, costillas

Sunset Cantina

4.3(536 reviews)
1.5 mi•Outer Sunset
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Outdoor seating
Happy hour specials

Literally only leave reviews when it's super good or super bad…read more This place is super good. Whether you ate there or got it delivered. My fave is the surf trip salad. My husband's is the carne plate, and my son is obsessed with the elote. Price is right. Food tastes great. And fresh! Delivery is legit as far as taste and packaging goes too! The chips + dip and drinks are bomd and you can count on left overs, as the portions are good for your buck! But if you eat it all, that's fine too because you don't feel like shit after eating. I respect it. And it's one of our go to's where we don't feel like shit eating it and we don't feel like shit paying for it. Thanks ya'll! :)) Side note: my cat seemed interested in it and even licked the salad dressing. She is super picky and doesn't eat toxic food. So, that only means that they must use good quality and ingredients.

We're regulars at Sunset Cantina and live right in the neighborhood, so we come here often. The…read morestaff is always friendly and welcoming, which is one of the reasons we keep coming back. This time I ordered my usual, the Surf Trip Salad with chicken. The chicken was noticeably spicy this time, which was a little unexpected for me. I'll probably order it without chicken next time. We also tried the carnitas flautas, which were good, but the sauce on top was pretty spicy as well. Next time I may ask for them without the sauce. If you like spicy food, you'll probably love both! Overall, we still enjoy having a neighborhood spot like Sunset Cantina and will definitely be back.

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Galinette - Escargot, puff pastry, cream of mushroom $15

Galinette

4.4(192 reviews)
1.1 mi•Parkside
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Took my friend here for her birthday and I'm so glad she suggested this place. I love that it was…read moredelicious French food but in a casual setting. We were able to get seated immediately and I loved how everyone was so relaxed and it was such a nice dinner to take our time and enjoy each dish. We ordered the French onion soup, the deviled eggs, the duck confit, bone marrow, and salmon. We finished off with the bread pudding. Each dish was so delectable and full of flavor. I can't wait to come back soon.

Mother-daughter day and we decided to have brunch at Galinette. We were seated pretty quickly upon…read morearrival and noticed a few specials posted outside and on a small sign on the wall. Wanted a cappuccino but their espresso machine wasn't working during our visit, so we just had regular coffees. Kiddo ordered the pasta with smoked duck. Kiddo has a nut allergy so she was happy to hear that they do not use nuts in their pesto. I ordered the Lyonnaise Frisee as this is probably one of my most fave salads and decided to also add the smoked duck for more protein. Both dishes arrived at the same time, and they were decent portions. The smoked duck was tender. I enjoyed the salad. Kiddo enjoyed her pasta. Also ordered a croissant as had to give one a try. It was a flaky and buttery croissant - good. At no time did we feel rushed. Had to flag them down for more coffee, otherwise service was friendly. Would return to try other dishes.

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Galinette - Half Organic Roasted Chicken, Brussels Sprouts, Dijon Mustard Cream $24.

Half Organic Roasted Chicken, Brussels Sprouts, Dijon Mustard Cream $24.

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Le Soleil - Basil & sprouts

Le Soleil

4.4(416 reviews)
1.1 mi•Stonestown
Locally owned & operated
Family-owned & operated

Had a lovely meal with family here on a busy Saturday evening…read more We tried the dumpling and tom yum mussels as appetizers, along with braised beef, whole branzino and garlic noodles as main dishes. Everything was flavorful and tasty. The tom yum mussels , braised beef and branzino were our standout favorites...in fact the mussels were gone so fast that we didn't have a chance to take a photo for the dish. The fresh coconut was also a refreshing beverage for our meal. If there was one thing we would change, we would have wished that the braised beef came with more bread to help us enjoy more of the curry sauce. We ended up needing to order a side of rice to help with that. We were thankful that the wait time to be seated was only about 10-15 minutes. Ambiance is welcoming and comfortable and as this was inside a mall, parking was no problem. Great place to bring anyone!

I wish I could tell you how the food tasted but unfortunately we never got a chance to try it out…read morebecause our server never put our order in. We came in to a restaurant with a few tables that didn't look too busy for 3 people to manage without difficulty. The beginning part of going into a restaurant was normal. We were seated right away and got our waters. Our order was taken in a timely manner. After 20 minutes of waiting for our food, we were wondering where our food was. A table that came in after us got food before us. After about 30 minutes of waiting for our food, I finally asked a server if he could check up on our order. He sent our server to our table and he apologized that our order never went through and asked us to re-order. At that point, we just left because we also had a fussy baby with us. I was not about to wait any longer. There were 3 of them working but no one came in to check up on us once. Our server was apologetic but overall, it seemed like the workers didn't care if we were there or not.

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Le Soleil - SALADS: Lotus Root - 4.5/5

SALADS: Lotus Root - 4.5/5

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Ocean Seafood Market

Ocean Seafood Market

3.6(16 reviews)
1.9 mi•Westwood Park

I will say that some of the Asian seafood markets can be a hit or miss. Based on my experience, a…read morelot of factors must be considered. For me, the seafood has to "smell" fresh without a pungent fishy odor that can deter you away. This takes me to "Ocean Seafood Market" where I stocked up on some seafood before my drive back to Sacramento. Located at the Ingleside neighborhood of San Francisco and directly on Ocean Ave and adjacent to Miramar Ave, this business is only a few blocks from City College of San Francisco. During my visit which was on Saturday 9/5/2026 at around 4:45pm, I was able to park only a block away which was a big plus. I also noticed that if you park on one of the residential streets off of Ocean Ave, parking is free and easier to find. The business itself has been around since mid-2022 and to those that might remember, this is where a laundromat once stood for many years. From the outside, there's not much to see besides a blue awning with the business name. And in case you're wondering, they are open 7 days a week from 10am-6pm. The inside of the store isn't quite the cleanest by no means but it is fairly easy to navigate towards the back where much of the live sea creatures are located. During my visit, I was able to pick up live Coonstripe Shrimp (also known as baby prawns) for $19.99/lb. I also bought fresh Dungeness Crab that was priced at a very reasonable $10.99/lb. And to complete my seafood shopping experience, I picked up a small variety of Uni (Sea Urchins) as well as bok choy and broccoli all at fairly reasonable prices. The food here is really hit or miss as much of this depends on the time of day you come. There was definitely a language barrier but the staff was polite and friendly. All in all, I had an above average experience at "Ocean Seafood Market". The real test was when I made the trek home and actually cooked all of this seafood. I will say that the finished product was well worth the money. My shrimp tasted amazing with the addition of butter and Old Bay seasoning while the crab had lots of meat that made every bite very savory. Even when I sauteed the veggies, this was fresh and delicious when I paired that up with the Uni. With that said and done, I am giving Ocean Seafood Market in San Francisco an above average four-star rating.

Good selection of live seafood at reasonable prices. The guys that work there really know their…read morestuff.

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