I've been wanting to try this place for a while now and today was a good day as spring has still not sprung but the cloudy weather has made me crave a hot soup. I was mentally prepared not to put a ton of stuff in my bowl as I didn't want to end up paying $50 since the cost is per weight. I got a few pieces of the veggies, udon noodles, and some chicken thighs. I was debating between chicken broth vs Thai soup and ended up with the Thai soup which was flavorful. You get two containers for sauces. I piled up on garlic, cilantro, and green onions in one and then made a dipping sauce in the other. The soup came out boiling which makes sense because they had to cook that chicken perfectly. Everything was so yummy. I felt the sauce was definitely needed, for saltiness and spice. I'll definitely be back here to try a different flavor combo! read more

The bowls were all very tasty besides the very hot one. When I went, the spicy bowl was nothing but oil- no broth. The other bowls were had were very good and I can see myself getting those again! read more

I stopped into this restaurant for dinner. It was located inside the food court. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I ordered to dishes: Spinach, beans sprouts, Udon, Corn, Potato, Crabmeat Sticks, Shrimp with Signature beef broth Green Leaf Letuce, Egg ramen, Whitaker Mushroom, corn, Wagu, fatty beef with Sichuan Style Broth It took about 10 minutes each. I loved both dishes and they were so filling! I loved the spice to it as well! All in all a good experience! read more

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I tried mala tang for the first time at Mala Town. I came back to satisfy my hot pot cravings, and it hit the spot again! With mala tang spots popping up everywhere, Mala Town still tops my list. It's only $14.99 per pound. I like the premium ingredients and their super clean self-serve setup. I've been to both their Upper West Side and Jersey City locations. The JC one is located at a food hall inside Harborside JC with ample seatings and restrooms. Lunch special: Get 10% off for two, and 15% off for three. Available Mon to Fri 11:30 AM - 4 PM. ＊Spicy Mixed Dry Pot 醇香麻辣拌 I highly recommend their dry pot. It's a brothless dish made with satay sauce, bursting with sweet and savory peanut flavor. It's the perfect summer alternative if you're craving hotpot but don't want to sweat through the meal. It was spicier than I expected, even though I chose the mild level!  To cool off the spice, I got their old Beijing yogurt (老北京酸奶). It is creamy, slightly tangy, and not too sweet. So good I could drink it every day. ＊Sukiyaki Soup Base 壽喜燒湯底 If you're sensitive to heat, their sukiyaki broth is a great option. They also offer other soup bases like beef bone broth, tom yum, and tomato. The meat quality is top-notch, and they refresh the toppings regularly with new batches. My favorites were the wagyu, garlic beef, and mala beef. read more

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This is an interesting place where you can build your own hotpot by picking your own ingredients. There are a ton of them to choose from and it can be a bit overwhelming. The servings with the broth are enormous! I liked what I picked, but it was a bit hard to eat. I think I will try it again as the concept is neat and I probably have to figure out what to include to make my experience better the next time. read more

Mala Town - Hot Pot Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

The food and concept are great. Pick your own ramen ingredients. Food comes out piping hot, almost boiling. There is a condiment bar, and you can make your own recipe. Order ahead unless you get an hour and a half for lunch. You will be standing waiting for 30+ minutes to get your food. A little odd considering its instant or already cooked noodles. Overall I definitely like this place but it's not exactly conducive to having for lunch. read more

Mala Town - Hot Pot Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

The restaurant is kinda in a random building that looks like nobody goes too. The stall is in the corner and not very much people go through this building. Service was quick and the cashier was kinda like ehh about the whole thing. Food was just okay. Probably wouldnt go back but it wasnt terrible read more

4 words to describe my experience: I WILL BE BACK! I loved the concept of building my own hotpot bowl from scratch as someone with particular taste. They had a variety of meat, noodles, veggies, etc to choose from. We both chose the beef bone broth after getting all the ingredients together. The bowls came out piping hot, and were super delicious and flavorful. We didn't even need to add any extra sauces, but they had them on the side just in case. Pro tip: get the medium if you want spice but still want to enjoy your food. The price is based on how much you put in the bowl. I had just enough food, but my friend got a bit extra because she was trying new things. Now I know exactly what I want in my bowl for my next visit too. 1000/10 for my first hotpot experience! read more

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Food (4/5): We got the dry hotpot stir fry with sliced beef, fish, and a variety of vegetables and meatballs. The food was decent but they didn't actually mix the sauce of the savory dry mix but it ended up being quite good still. Service (4/5): You mostly just self serve by selecting your own ingredients and then they will stir fry it for you. Ambiance (5/5): It's inside a brightly lot and upscale nice mall. There are plenty of seats in the food court and overall looks quite nice read more

Mala Town - Hot Pot Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

My Go-To Malatang Spot! They have a great selection of fresh, high-quality ingredients - you handpick everything, and pricing is by weight (which is why I shake off all the water like crazy lol). - - - - - - - - Malatang $14.99/LB ~ Beef bone broth 招牌牛骨湯 ~ My fav broth! Always medium or extra spicy, depending on my mood. Super flavourful & delicious when all the ingredients soak up the broth! Pair it with Nissin Ramen for the best experience! ~ Sweet & sour tomato 酸甜番茄湯 ~ Tangy, sweet, and super satisfying. Love it with udon, but it's a bit oilier than expected. ~ Chicken broth 金牌雞湯 ~ Rich, umami-packed, and slightly herbal. The least oily option, perfect if you want something lighter! ~ Spicy mix (dry pot) 麻辣拌 ~ Tastes great, but way creamier than I expected. It's drenched in sesame sauce, so if you love a nutty, creamy flavour, this is for you! My 6 Must-Order:1/ Crispy Grass Carp (脆鯇魚)2/ Crispy Pork (小酥肉)3/ Sliced Beef (肥牛)4/ Beef Tripe (牛柏葉)5/ Seaweed Knot (海帶結)6/ Black Fish Fillet (魚柳), Sub with Marinated Garlic Beef (蒜香牛) if unavailable Why 6? Because if you order takeout on UberEats/DoorDash, you pick 6 ingredients by default! I've ordered several times from the Jersey City location, and they never skimp on portions! - - - - - - - - - Will I be back? Yes! As a malatang lover, and with a shop so close to home, I've already been back multiple times. read more

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(Overall: A) - Self-serve hot pot to go at $16/lb is a welcome addition to Jersey Copious Asian vegetable options and protein cuts to offer. The self serve sauce bar is a great opportunity for flavor development, which I feel the soup already does a good job with. Their packaging is very secure as well, making this a very safe takeout option. Highly recommend! Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: E Overall: 5 stars Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

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We recently stumbled upon this newly opened Ramen place in our neighbourhood and handpicked all the veggies and meat we wanted with our noodles. The portion size was good and the soup and condiments were delicious. We will definitely be visiting soon. The hotpot however has very limited base options for vegans and vegetarians. read more

Mala Town - 1.5 Lb. Beef Bone Broth Base - Hot Pot Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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We've been here many times and always had a good experience, until tonight. I'm not sure what went wrong but my food was served to eat there and then they had to repackage it as I asked for it to go. When I got home, our bowls felt extremely light. I know with absolute certainty I added tripe, squid and enoki to my husband's bowl and yet he didn't see any of those items in his bowl as he was eating. Super disappointing experience to have paid for it in weight and then not receive our full order....not even sure how that happens as I imagine it's all boiled in the same pot. read more

It's a convenient spot for a mala bowl and it's open surprisingly late. We stopped by past 9pm when the actual mall is closed but the food court was still open. You can pick your own ingredients and soup base. They'll cook it and a beeper will notify when it's ready. I recommend getting the fattier beef options so it isn't as tough. They charge by weight, so tofu and veggies will be expensive. There's a lot of sauces and dipping toppings on the side to add on. I got sukiyaki broth which is very umami and basically didn't really need a side sauce, but you can still dip the meat in chili oil, garlic and scallions. read more

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Great price for mala tang @ 17/pound. Great selection of ingredients and lots of space to eat. In the harbor view food court read more

Big, big fan of their wagyu. Honestly, I haven't really seen that offered at other malatang spots, so it feels like a real standout here. The flavor and tenderness of the wagyu meat itself makes the whole experience feel higher quality even though it's in a food court in a corporate building. Yes, the price per pound is $17 compared to the $16 you'll see elsewhere, but here's the kicker: the minimum purchase is only 0.8 lbs. That means you don't need to order some massive plate. It's a smart setup, and it makes the whole place feel more accessible whether you're a light eater or just not in the mood for a feast. Beyond the wagyu, the ingredients across the board are super fresh and they have options like sukiyaki broth. read more

麻辣烫很好吃！骨汤鲜香浓郁，入口很舒服，喝一口汤就能感受到用料很讲究。菜品种类特别丰富，蔬菜、肉类、丸子、豆制品一应俱全，可以根据自己口味自由搭配。夹菜区域保持得很整洁干净，给人很放心的感觉。 出餐速度也非常快，基本上点好菜没多久就能拿到，适合中午或者晚上时间比较紧的时候来吃。环境宽敞明亮，桌椅干净，整体氛围轻松舒适，不会觉得拥挤或者吵闹。服务人员也很热情，会耐心解答问题。 整体体验非常满意，无论是味道、环境还是效率都很好，是我近期吃过最喜欢的麻辣烫之一。强烈推荐给喜欢麻辣烫的朋友！ read more

Mala Town - 夹菜区域 - Hot Pot Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Good , very yummy . It's my third time being there. I recommend ppl to come try It's one of the best in Jersey city read more

Amazing good, clean area, fast service. Have been here from time to time. Would love more flavor options read more

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If you are vegan/vegetarian or have any food allergies I would highly recommend to avoid this place at all cost. My "vegan" ramen included various slices of meats. That was neither a part of the item nor a selection. I was mentioned repeatedly that this was a food allergy. Spent the evening in the bathroom. Order elsewhere, it's not worth risking your wellbeing.. read more

Mala Town - Hot Pot Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

A new hot pot spot that had opened up a couple of days ago. It is by weight for 14.99lb. You can pick out different meats,vegetables, fish balls, fish cakes, tofu mushrooms and noodles. They will weigh it ans ask you what soup base so you want. I picked the beef bone medium spice. It was delicious and very filling. I will definitly come back and try their other soups. read more

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The taste is really good. I highly recommend the beef bone broth base, which is my favorite. The food is fresh. Highly recommend read more

Mala Town - Hot Pot Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

It was delicious! The area was super clean and good selection. In the food court of the mall.

My go to malatang spot in Jersey city. I like the beef bone spiciest level and the dry mix.

Awesome. Great selections. Nice people. Clean. Be ready to have an empty stomach. Great for a cold weather

I would highly recommend this spot for ramen, The service is great and the food is even better.

Food is fresh and a lot of selections. Service is self service most of the time but the cashier and employees are helpful too. It's located inside a big public place/food court so it's very spacious. I like the ambiance here . read more

Great food and service! Fast and convenient. Spacious dine in options. Nice environment.

"I tried mala tang for the first time, and it was amazing! The broth was spicy, numbing, and full of flavor. I loved how I could pick all my favorite ingredients--meat, tofu, mushrooms, and veggies--and they cooked everything perfectly. Definitely a great comfort food, especially on a cold day!" read more

The sauce bar didn't have that many options and I saw two flys nearby it. Since there's no lid...I was a bit worried. I got the beef soup (mild) which was not spicy at all so I guess I should've gotten a higher spice level. There wasn't anything special about my meal but it wasn't bad. My friend got the dry mix but they add so much sauce to it I thought it was a soup mix. We went at 4:30 pm on Monday and the entire place was practically empty. read more

Food is great because you get to pick what you want and how much and the coat is affordable based on what you want to pick.

小料很细致，有沙茶，麻将，蒜末，湿辣椒，麻油等。菜品有很多蔬菜和很多肉，很满足。汤底我选的骨汤大辣，很醇厚香辣，老公选的麻辣拌，麻将混着花椒味儿，也很香。很久没吃中餐，就想吃点小吃类的。 read more

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The mala tang here is absolutely delicious. The broth is rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced--spicy without being overwhelming. Ingredients are fresh with plenty of choices, and the portion size is generous. It's especially comforting to have a bowl at night, warming and very satisfying. Great value for the price, and the overall experience is enjoyable whether you come alone or with friends. I would definitely come back again and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys mala tang. read more

very nice environment. Fresh and clean food. Very delicious. Nice service as well. Worth a try read more

The food here serves as the measuring stick for quality. Mala Town keeps consistency as a priority. Their food features creative combinations that surprise pleasantly. Beyond the menu, staff friendliness stands out. I'll revisit this spot soon. read more

My car seems to automatically turn into this parking lot. The restaurant shows endearing style. Their food quality remains high across the entire menu. The establishment employs plenty of people who are notably pleasant. I suggest this restaurant without hesitation. read more

Soup is always so delicious! Love coming on a cold day. Also there is such a variety of toppings and meat!

Mala town!!! Great place for a quick lunch. Would like to come here again. Recommend.

Amazing!!! Everything was so yummy and well priced! The space was clean and organized!

harbor side venue - two in Jersey city. quiet area, lov'it. Less crowded and more healthy options. cleaner area and more seating options.