I really loved this place bc of the price point but let's talk about the cons first. I really dislike any places that charge more for certain broths and sitting fees when you eat alone.. I understand the one person sitting fee but when its empty or not busy or not on a weekend I feel like the establishment can exempt this. It sucks that I don't have any friends ans now I get dinged for it also while eating. :( Now, what I love about this place is that its 20$ for lunch M-F. You get to choose from mutton, which was fantastic and angus beef amd pork slices. You also get a side of pork crisper. I loved the intestines flavor and the gizzards. Those are definitely my favorite. I can really care less about the meat. The decor is really awesome and the whole setup is really cool. You order from QR menu and you can become a member. Their sauce station is plentiful but the desserts are lacking. All the skewers are really fantastic and my server was so nice amd helped me a lot. I will definitely be coming again! read more

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- tucked away in a plaza with plenty of parking - we came for the all you can eat deal and it's so worth it! - the ingredients are stored in a fridge to keep it all fresh and you order some meats through your phone from a qr code - staff is kind and ready to explain how to order for newcomers - the mushroom base is delicious and so umami - all the ingredients soak up that good flavor - sauce bar is stacked with other flavorings like fried bun, peanuts, and fruits - loved the crispy pork - so airy and light, the spice at the side for dipping was yummy too read more

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Incredible Hot Pot Experience! I always have an amazing time at this hot pot restaurant and had to share! If you're a fan of fresh seafood and a great selection of ingredients, this place should be at the top of your list. The seafood was as fresh as it gets. Just look at the squid and abalone we got -- perfectly prepped and incredibly tender once cooked. It's rare to find abalone that fresh outside of a high-end seafood joint, so this was a real treat. The sauce and sides bar was super impressive too. Tons of variety -- from marinated veggies and fruits to all the essential dipping sauces and even dessert options like herbal jelly and snow fungus soup. Everything was clearly labeled and replenished regularly, which made the experience even smoother. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the restaurant was clean and well-organized, even during busy hours. Prices were very reasonable given the quality of the ingredients. Whether you're a hot pot newbie or a seasoned pro, this spot hits all the right notes. Will definitely be back soon! read more

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This place is a hidden gem, hidden in the middle of a strip mall, sharing a parking lot with a Yoshinoya. First off, I came alone, which garners a $3.99 fee for a solo-trip. No worries. the $24.99 price tag warrants that, and still puts it under $30. The inside, I felt, was really cool. It's what I assume a trendy restaurant in Chengdu would be like if they were imitating an American Restaurant. Space/Cars/Lights. All of it. Amazing. Bottomless Beer for $9? Bet. However I had to drive home, and didn't have anyone to drink with, and my alcoholism is a social problem, not a solo one. First off, the sauce bar had a lot of options for mixing. 10/10. They also had shrimp chips and crispy steamed mini bun that were amazing! I think I had 3 plates, and 7 buns. Meat options were great, including items you don't' normally get like gizzard and liver. I love those options. Lots of vegetables and noodles to choose from. I love the option for lotus root and taro. Fresh made meatballs were really good! Their beef options were a different type of texture, like they had marinated with baking soda, and it was ready for stir fry. The sliced meats were an additional charge, ordered through the app/QR code. The garlic beef, and the chicken thigh were my favorite options. Service was great, the lady was super nice. Spent dishes were picked up almost immediately (though, it was rather slow) I have to try other spot before I make my verdict, but I think Malubianbian is a go-to for AYCE Chinese Hot Pot in the area. read more

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5 stars for service! Everyone working was super attentive and took dirty plates almost immediately. Food was also brought out quickly. The restaurant wasn't very busy so there was no wait on a Sunday. It was $35 per person and we were excited to find out that you get one free soda per person. They have a lot of skewer options and some sliced meats and other things you can order by scanning the QR code on your table. Unfortunately it has been a few weeks since I dined here and I can't really remember what I got but my favorites were the duck blood and wide potato noodles. The sliced meats were a little beefy and the skewered meats were just okay. The mussels tasted too much like the ocean but the shrimp balls were good. I wish their fried mantous were replenished more frequently because they were cold when we got there and didn't see anymore come out before we left. Sauce options were solid! read more

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We came for the 20$ all you can eat lunch special. This is one of those places where you can order some meats but also grab skewers and vegetables from the fridge. I enjoyed the cilantro beef and enoki skewers. Meat here was tender and soup bases were yummy. They had a pretty large interior that has a casual ambiance. Service was nice as well. read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

Been here a couple of times. Both times have been tasty. Service has been great each time. Love that you get to go get your own skewers and there's a wide selection of skewers to choose from. You could literally just grub off the skewers and not even order any of the sliced meats. Not that there's that much to choose from. If you're doing the basic all you can eat, there's only like 4 meats to choose from. But like I said, plenty to choose from with the multiple fridges of skewers to get your belly's nice and full and happy! Only thing lacking for me is there's no eggs. Quail or chicken eggs. Which I think they should have. The restaurant itself is kept very clean and tidy. The sauce bar is basic, but has enough for anyone who wants to experiment. read more

Malubianbian - Pot full of skewers - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

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Love the food, service and ambiance! Unlimited beer for an additional $8.99 per person! Not everyone needs to order beer! The meats, skewers, meatballs, fishballs, tofu and veggies were so fresh and delicious! I will definitely come back! Kids friendly! read more

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Absolutely delicious and worth every bite! If you're a hotpot lover, Malubienbien is a must-try. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm, modern vibe and friendly staff who are quick to help explain the menu if it's your first time. The broths are incredibly flavorful--especially the signature spicy and tomato base. You can taste how fresh everything is, from the tender cuts of beef and lamb to the seafood options and perfectly prepped veggies. The dipping sauces are fully customizable, and their sauce bar is well-organized and clean. What really stood out was the attention to detail and quality. The presentation was on point, portions generous, and everything came out fast and fresh. The service was also fantastic--our server checked on us frequently, refilled drinks without asking, and made sure we were having a good time. The atmosphere is great for both casual nights out and special occasions. Definitely recommend coming hungry because you'll want to try everything! Highly recommend Malubienbien Hotpot--5 stars all the way! Will definitely be back! read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

This plaza offers ample parking, spacious restaurant with cutesy decor that reminds me of having hot pot in China and a convenient service bell. You can place orders through your phone, and they have a sauce bar along with a fridge stocked with skewers and a variety of veggies and meats. They are currently offering an AYCE option that includes one drink. The service was excellent and attentive; our server, Oliver, was very friendly and even remembered my friend from a previous visit. I'll definitely return if I'm in the area. read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

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Great broth selections, high quality of veggies and meat, cool vibe and very attentive staff! Highly recommend this place. I have the membership which provides great additional seafood and meat selections. read more

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We came for their AYCE hotpot and we were very impressed. The service was quick and friendly, with the lady answering all our questions and guiding us on how to order and where everything was. The place is very nicely decorated and it was a fun place to eat. They even have a cute mascot at the door. We got the traditional ox Spicy butter and mushroom broths and they were both delicious (the spicy ox was delicious but I couldn't handle it for too long and was grateful for the mushroom soup). I wanted to eat more of the spicy one but the mango slushee and plum juice we had, albeit delicious, couldn't really help my tongue recovery quickly. Wish they had some kind of dairy drink to help with the spice. We tried all their meats and skewers and my absolute favorites were the BEEF ENOKI MUSHROOMS and the FISH BALL WITH ROE inside. I kept going back for more. The ICE JELLY was an awesome dessert for the end of our meal. Overall we were very happy when the food, the service, and the price. Definitely coming back to this place soon. read more

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Great place for traditional Chinese hotpot. Relaxing all you can eat place with Greta verity! read more

Malubianbian - Beef Slice - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

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Came here with my mom on Thursday, February 13th at around 4 pm. It was pouring rain so it was a perfect day to eat hot pot. The place had 2 other customers. The place was very clean and the workers were really nice knowing that it was our first time eating here. My mom loves buffets so I knew she would like the concept of this hot pot place because you get to grab your food/skewers from the fridge yourself. I like that I can grab what I want to eat instead of ordering and them bringing too much of something. There were a lot of options of meat skewers and veggies. My mom and I love veggies so we loved grabbing the bamboo, sliced lotus roots, cornlettes, etc. We chose the broth with mushroom and that was really good. I really enjoyed their snow fungus soup. It wasn't too sweet. At the end of the day, I wanted to treat my mom and she enjoyed it. Also, that day we got a discount. So, I'm happy. read more

Such a fun and tasty experience. Been here with a group of people and also have dined alone. Both experiences were great. Starting off yoh scan the QR CODE to order your broth(s) , meats, and drinks. Service is very on point. Rest of the vegetables, skewers, noodles, and sauces you grab on your own. Everything tastes and looks very fresh. Plenty of options from your basic sliced meats to your more fun options like organs or gizzards. All the broths are well flavored. Food is great. Would definitely come again and have been going lol. So highly recommend this skewer hot pot experience versus your typical hot pot with sliced meats only. Just know if you dine solo there is an extra $3.99 service fee. read more

Have you tried this skewer AYCE hot pot? Yes you heard it right, they're now AYCE!! I had: 1. Broth: mushroom and tomato soup base 2. Meat: beef, pork 3. Seafood: shrimp, octopus, squid, mussels 4. Fish balls, shrimp balls, fish tofu 5. Fried tofu skin 6. Quail eggs 7. Mushrooms, vegs, corn, taro 8. Crispy pork Unlimited skewer is better than before. I love hot pot night. read more

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This is my second time here. Today, the service was seamless. Our orders from the kitchen were fast, and the wait staff were constantly taking our dirty plates away. The sliced fresh meats were fantastic quality, and there is a good selection of skewers to choose from. The pepper soup has a nice amount of white pepper for a good kick. Fantastic for cooking the veggies. The tomato soup wasn't as good as I hoped since the tomato flavor is subtle, and the soup tasted more like a pork based soup with tomato undertones. However, both soups were fragrant and have good aromatic flavors. read more

Malubianbian - Pepper pork tripe chicken soup + tomato soup - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

One of my favorite hot pot spots! I absolutely love their fish maw chicken broth -- so rich and flavorful. Everything on the menu is tasty, though a few items do come with an extra charge. Besides the hot pot and spicy meats, I especially love their crispy fried pork and brown sugar mochi -- both are must-tries. Even the complimentary snacks like shrimp chips are super delicious Highly recommended! read more

Malubianbian - All you can eat Hot pot - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

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Weekend AYCE lunch $29.99/pp Overall I think the broth flavor is decent 选的是AYCE带的锅底 but the tomato broth is very fragrant. The AYCE dishes are decent but have to separately pay to order 小酥肉 or fatty beef slices. I did feel a little stomach pain after read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

Broth is quite tasty and not watered down whatsoever ever. Ayce menu is pretty straight forward. Grab a large plate and head to the fridge and pick whatever type of skewers you'll be devouring. Please note it can be quite challenging in determining if the meats are properly done as they will appear to be reddish upon cooking in the broth. You can also order plates of beef and lamb (included on ayce) from the server as they'll bring it to you and stage it on the carts. Be wary of the spicy beef ( the seeded one in dish) very HOT!! They've got a good selection of sauces to customize to your liking. 90 minute limit as posted. read more

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MaluBianBian in Tustin is such an amazing experience. The food was soo good and staff was very friendly They have a wide selections of premium meats, toppings and veggies. Their soup base is out of this world amazing. customers can build their own toppings and ingredients and put them in a a tray. You can choose a soup base up to three from their menu. We opted for tomato broth and spicy mushroom broth and they were amazing . Super flavorful broth with the right amount of sour and spicy. They have a sauce bar for customers to build their own dipping sauce. Pro tip: the place can get pretty busy so make sure to come early. read more

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This place is like Haidilao's not so fancy but fun cousin. The interior is vibrant, and specious. The menu was a little bit confusing, and not as straight forward, but not difficult to figure out. Ordering and paying through the QR code at your table makes everything pretty easy. We go the split pot, with mushroom soup and the spicy soup base. The waiter warned us that their spicy soup is really spicy, so we asked for the lowest spicy level. We got both skewers and regular hot pot items. Food was great and quality was good. The condiment bar has an additional charge, $2.99/person, which comes with a variety of condiments, appetizers and desserts. It also has instructions on how to make dipping sauces. Personally I don't think the dipping sauces are needed as the soup bases provide enough flavors, but if you like the appetizers and desserts, then it's worth the extra charge. Overall good place for dinner and would go back again. read more

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Many option to choose! Nice taste! Service was nice! Recommend come give a shot to try! Fine experience! read more

Malubianbian - Multiple opion to choose! Nice taste! Nice service! Recommend to come give a shot! - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

Malubianbian is serving up some flavorful, spicy, and affordable hot pot! You can make your own dipping sauce at their DIY sauce bar for your hotpot, and even snack on a few items they have out like their freshly made shrimp chips and sesame balls! They have a wide range of seafood, veggie, and meat options including their skewers and side dishes. The soup packs so much flavor and I loved their spicy mala broth. My favorite items were their beef, pork ribs, fish balls, and lamb! It's the perfect place to enjoy a hot, savory meal! They have two locations, one in Tustin and one in Rowland Hills. I typically don't drive to these areas but definitely will go for some delicious Asian food! They have all day happy hour on the weekdays with $1 soup bases and $1 beers, and their skewers cost around $3-10 which is such a good deal! It's the perfect place to hang out with your friends and to enjoy hot pot in this cold weather! read more

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Great food at a reasonable price. Service is very good. Very convenient location with free parking outside. No wait time. Will come here again. read more

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Great service, atmosphere, and good food for the price! I recommend going here with friends to enjoy good company and try lots of different meats. We originally came here on whim and are happy to see they had AYCE as well! read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

Very delicious, reasonable price, all you can eat, excellent service, my family come here every month read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

It's nice to have the lunch AYCE at $19.99, great value and variety of choices. Really good quality! read more

Malubianbian - Hotpot! - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

I love the concept of this store! It initially started as an a la carte skewer hotpot restaurant and then they eventually pivoted to an ayce place. The quality of the ingredients and soup remain unchanged and is so delicious every time I go. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for authentic Szechuan hotpot. read more

I went here for a friend's birthday, and I think the place might've undergone a revamp? It's now AYCE. The restaurant has a cozy, charming vibe, though the elementary-style tables make the seating feel a bit cramped, especially for taller or larger adults--something to keep in mind. The staff was super friendly and attentive. They noticed we had a cake with us and kindly offered to refrigerate it. They also explained the process and let us pick our complimentary drinks. One thing to note: you order your soup bases and some of the meats through your phone. It can be a little confusing at first, but the staff is happy to walk you through it. Other food items are available for self-service from the fridge area, which was convenient. Overall, I'd definitely come back! Just a heads-up--when they say spicy, they really mean spicy! read more

Great food, great service and great price. Would definitely recommend. The chicken soup and the mushroom soup is very tasty. read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

Food is always consistently good here. Highly recommended place if you love hotpot & skewers. read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

100% highly recommended!We love this restaurant!Not only because they are the best hotpot restaurant in the town,also because they have super nice employees always made us felt like home.We decided to get the membership card when the first we tried here. The food is super fresh and delicious,the restaurant inside always looks clean. Clams, chicken feet, black pepper beef, quail eggs - so many delicious options you can just get yourself before the ordered meat comes out! We usually split super spicy and non spicy like mushroom or bone broth soup for the kiddos - and that works great and tastes great too. read more

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We love to come here all the time. Food is super delicious and authentic. Staff are friendly! Love it! read more

Malubianbian - Hot pot - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

I love MLBB!!!! We come here all the time and everytime the food is sooo good. Great service as well highly recommend!!!! read more

Malubianbian - Mushroom+tomato soup - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

Great hotpot spot! The broths were rich and flavorful -- especially the spicy Sichuan. Everything was fresh, from the meat to the veggies, and the sauce bar had tons of options. Service was quick and friendly. Highly recommend for a cozy, satisfying meal. read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

This is my second time dining at MLBB, and it's only been a week since my first visit -- that alone says how much I love this place!!! The ingredients are incredibly fresh, and the variety is impressive. From all kinds of marinated beef (like pickled chili beef, cilantro beef, sour long bean beef, double pepper beef, etc.) to my favorites like bamboo shoots and tofu skin, both the meat and vegetable options fully met my expectations. The signature house broth is fragrant without being overly spicy -- it doesn't burn your throat right away like some others do. And I absolutely love their dessert and snack options like brown sugar jelly, white fungus soup, and five-spice edamame. Considering it's an all-you-can-eat place, the value for money is truly unbeatable! After all, ordering this kind of spread at a regular hot pot restaurant would cost way more, and even places like Boiling Point (which I used to love) just can't offer this level of variety. I happened to catch their recent special promotion, and coming here for a weekday lunch is just perfect. If I weren't worried about eating hot pot too often and getting overheated, I'd come two or three times a week! I've tried quite a few hot pot and skewer places in both LA and OC, and MLBB is the first one I genuinely feel compelled to write a glowing review for. So far, MLBB is hands down the best-tasting and most cost-effective hot pot in OC -- no competition! read more

Malubianbian - The beginning round of All you can eat! - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

"A welcoming place with a wide selection of flavorful dishes, perfect for anyone who enjoys dining without limits. A great choice when you're unsure what to eat." and smell good and clean The staff are exceptionally friendly and attentive, making you feel well taken care of throughout your visit. As a special bonus, members receive $10 off -- a great perk that adds even more value to an already satisfying experience. read more

We love hotpot and we definitely enjoyed our dinner at Malubianbian. They're known for skewers which makes you try a variety of meat instead of ordering a plate. I personally like the non-marinated ones than the flavored ones. Service is great. They're fast and helpful. read more

Malubianbian - Hot Pot Near Me - Tustin, California

Very tasty food and my son loves this place so much! We almost go there every week! So recommend this hot pot to all! read more

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