I am so against a la carte hot pot, but I get the Mumu hype for real!! The quality is there and the taste is so good. My party came in midday, and there was no wait on a Saturday. If I remember correctly, we had a reservation and arrived early as well. They sat us down once we were all there since there was no wait. My partner and I opted for the classic set which had 2 soup bases, 3 meats, 3 sides, 2 rice/noodle, and a veggie platter. I opted for the Yuzu Shio, while my partner got the Sukiyaki. I loved my broth! Again the meats, despite being from their most basic set meats was so good. You can definitely tell the difference in quality. I was scared this wasn't gonna be enough, but it was plenty! We were so full by the end. Again, I totally get the Mumu hot pot hype. I will be back LOL read more

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This is the third Mumu Hot Pot location I've been to in the Bay Area and this one seems to be the smallest and older. The wait on a Friday night was a bit longer than expected than what was shown when we first joined the waitlist. Service here is fast though! We did get seated by the kitchen, so it was a bit hectic with staff constantly rushing behind us. We got the premium set and the meat quality was great. The vegetable platter that came with the set had a nice variety of fresh veggies. We ordered udon noodles but what we got was broken up pieces of frozen noodles that looked only to be half a serving. Other than that we still enjoyed our meal and were both stuffed. Personally I'd choose the Emeryville location over this one just because it's bigger and you're not sharing a table with other guests as much. read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

We really like mumu hotpot. Their meat is definitely better than those AYCE. We are not a huge eater so we prefer better quality. This place is quite busy, sometimes wait time could be 45 mins to an hour on weekends. No reservations. We put down our name and walk around the plaza while waiting for our seats. Service is always good. The 2 people combo menu comes with 3 trays of meat, veggies and choice of rice and noodles. Sauce is available for your choice. There are plenty of soup base for you to choose from with spicy and non spicy option. I always like tom yum soup. Yum! read more

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Their wagyu beef is tender. Makes the hot pot experience great. Love their mushroom sauce that you can get from the sauce bar. Service is great. Servers are always friendly and they are quick to serve you. read more

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Still so good. Generous portions of meat and veg. Quick service and even though we came in during a time we thought would be slow (2:30), it was packed. U honestly don't need to any extra sides if u order the combo. It's definitely enough food. read more

I haven't been to Mumu in a long time. I used to go pretty often when I lived in the South Bay, especially when the first location opened in Sunnyvale. I eventually stopped going because the prices kept going up. It used to be much more affordable, and now it's definitely on the higher end. There are a lot of other AYCE hot pot places you can go to for much less, and while the meat quality might not be the same, the price difference is huge. Recently, I went vegetarian, and it's actually hard to find a good value AYCE hot pot spot without ordering meat. I noticed that Mumu offers a single vegetarian combo for $27, which isn't bad at all, so we decided to give it another try. I do wish they offered some kind of meat substitute like seitan or gluten, but that's honestly hard to find at hot pot places in general. I ordered the vegetarian tom yum broth, and the vegetable tray was huge. I still had vegetables left over after eating. Ordering is done through a QR code, which was a little confusing at first. It asks you to pick two vegetable items, so I assumed that was all I was getting. It doesn't clearly explain that you also receive a full vegetable tray in addition to the extra veggies you choose. One thing I really appreciated was that adding a raw egg is only $1, which is much more reasonable compared to other places that charge $2 to $3 per egg. The sauce bar is still awesome, the quality of the food is as good as I remembered, and the service was great and attentive. Overall, I was very satisfied and will definitely come back. I'm still kind of shocked at how filling and satisfying vegetarian hot pot can be. I just wish they had a meat substitute option. read more

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Came here for the first time on a Sunday for lunch and there was a 5 min wait which is not bad. If there is a wait, you can add yourself to the Yelp Waitlist on the iPad, then they'll call your name once they're ready. The menu is on a QR code and one person will put it on their phone and order everyone's order from there. I got the tom yum soup, with the New Zealand lamb shoulder meat, and udon noodles. The veggies come on the side already and I also picked shrimp as the other option. Once we ordered it, the food came out within a minute - it was so fast! There is a sauce/condiment bar where you can create your own side dipping sauce. The tom yum soup was really good but I couldn't tell if it was a bit salty but besides that it was really good. The meat was good as well. Service was good - they came to our table a couple of times to refill water. If you don't finish your food, you can get a container and boxes to pack up your food ToGo. There is a large parking lot outside and there are two restroom stalls here for the women's restroom. I would definitely come back here again. read more

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Mumu always taste good. There is a wait so sign up for the yelp waitlist. We got the combo and it fed both of us so well. The Wagyu is so delicious. I will def come Back and the sukiyaki broth taste so good. read more

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We really enjoyed our lunch at Mumu. Dare I say, almost as good as homemade hot pot?! We got there shortly after they opened and there were already a few groups before us. The restaurant is a pretty good size and it filled up, even for a weekday lunch! People truly like this place! The server was cheerful, friendly, and explained everything to us. They checked in a few times, refilling our water glasses and broth (choice of hot water or chicken stock). We ordered the "Classic" 2 person set ($75). 3 meats (1 angus short rib & 2 chuck eye), 3 sides (spam, fish balls with roe, & tendon), 2 noodle or rice (1 house ramen & 1 udon), 1 veggie platter. All of the items were high quality and well cleaned. No growth media left on mushrooms, veggies were properly scrubbed, etc. Check out photos to see how nice and clean everything is! We don't usually like fried tofu or tofu skin, but those items were super fresh and delicious here. They had a good selection of stuff to go with the meats and you can always order more. We really like the chuck eye. It is tender without being super fatty. The tendon was extremely soft and one of our favorites too. We got an extra portion for $7. The House Ramen wasn't like the classic wavy Ramen, but more like a thin noodle. The udon was high quality, the set comes with half of a usual block. Kids really enjoyed these items and we had to order extras ($5 for a whole block of udon). I got an extra Napa cabbage ($6), which was well cleaned and a pretty generous portion. We got one extra soup base for $7. The mushroom soup was DH's favorite. It had a little bit of tanginess, which I'm not sure if I liked, but made it more complex. Little one got miso, which he loved. Me and the tiny one shared a Sukiyaki soup, which is sweet and savory, sorta like Teriyaki flavor. If you're not sure about spiciness level, get a plain soup and add the spice at the toppings station afterwards. The toppings station had many options. You try it out some sesame oil and chili crisp. Crushed garlic also looked really good. Here you can get extra small bowls and soup spoons. The restaurant is casual and kept at a colder temperature than usual, which makes sense given that you're eating hot (and possibly spicy) soup. There was a sports game playing on the TV. Overall, a really excellent experience at a reasonable price. We will be back! read more

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The broth and the meat quality were amazing! The sauce station was pretty solid as well. Great spot during cold, rainy weather! Make sure to add yourself to the reservation list in advance! read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Sichuan Spicy Soup, Tom Yum Soup with Meat and veggie combo - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Taste: 8/10 Service: 8/10 Environment: 7/10 We usually visit this place after visiting the outlet. Their tomato soup base and the tum yum soup base is very good. The two person basic combo got very good portion. The meat quality is much better compared to other place. It is a bit pricey but it is definitely tasty. Recommended to get: tum yum, tomato soup base with the short rib, chuck eye and wagyu read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Tomato Soup - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

First time hot potter! The hype is real! Check in when I arrived. 20 minute wait and it was worth it! Staff showed us how to make the sauce and explained the process. Be careful it is HOT!!! Hence the hot pot. Burned my mouth. I might have to come back next week! Very good and flavorful! Packed but quick service. read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Hot pot! Meal for 2 - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

First time coming here and decided to try it since the other restaurant was busy and my wife was craving for hot pot. We put our name on the ipad and waited about 8 mins before getting seated. Everything is done with QR code and you place order there and also pay on your phone when done. I had the sichuan spicy and my wife had the tom yum. I added the noodles and rice that were add ons. Gotta say, my soup base was too spicy for me. Got to a point that I couldn't take the heat. It was good but I'd go with something non spicy and just add it from the condiment bar. Overall, it was a good hot pot place. Better than others. Service was fine. Nothing out of the ordinary. Would I go back? For sure but I prefer hot pot places with Ayce meats. read more

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Have not been here since it first opened years ago!! Food especially the waygu beef was quite tasty even inside the hot pot broth. Tomato and mushroom broths were both very flavorful. My husband and I ordered the combo set for two: plenty of food for both of us. $75. 3 sets of meat, choice of vegetables and seafood. Service was very fast and awesome. Ambiance was comfortable and roomy. Will come again. read more

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Meat lovers is the way to go, plenty of food for two people. Tom yum soup base is my go to Don't forget to get your sauces at the condiments bar. Their juices are pretty good too! Parking: always easy unless youre going prime time read more

Mumu Hot Pot - For two - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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Mumu Hotpot delivers an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. From the moment you walk in, everything feels well-organized, modern, and welcoming. Mumu Hotpot is a true 5-star experience for anyone who loves hotpot. The combination of fresh, high-quality ingredients, attentive service, and a fun, social dining atmosphere makes it one of the best spots in the area for a memorable and satisfying meal. Lastly, I highly perfer the Sukiyaki Base! The sukiyaki base is one of the most popular broth choices, and it leans into a sweet, savory Japanese-style flavor profile. This broth is more of a comfort-style, slightly sweet Japanese broth that balances richness with drinkable lightness--it's not spicy or heavy, but it's very flavorful and very easy to keep eating with. read more

Yum! What a great meal here. I think I counted 7 different vegetarian soup bases. I loved the Tom Yum. The veg for one was enough for me to take leftovers for a second meal. The sauce station is great. Service is good with food cooking out quick. Tablet device is used to manage the queue. The place is busy but didn't feel overly loud. Will definitely be back. read more

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Probably my fav hot pot! Sichuan broth is my guilty pleasure, quite spicy and stays with you for awhile lol. Meat is always really tasty and of great quality. Veggies very fresh and plentiful. I always have a great experience here, highly recommend. read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Pro Tip: This place is Halal and sit at the bar. With that said we came to Mumu's after an event around 7:30 and it was poppin. Every table was occupied and the bar was packed. We originally wanted a table but opted for the bar since turnover was faster. The bar was just as comfortable as a table in our opinion and the staff were super attentive to us because of it. We ordered the meat lover with the following. Soup Bases: Miso and Sichuan Spicy Meat: Australian Wagyu Beef Chuck Eye Roll, Japanese Wagyu Short Ribs, Prime Black Angus Beef Short Ribs Seafood: Tilapia Fillet, Fish all with Roe, Rice or Noodles: 2X Udon Noodles Vegetables: Napa Cabbage, Baby Bok Choy, Broccoli, Lettuce, Pumpkin, Bamboo Shoots, Taro, Enoki Mushrooms Sides: Fried Bean Curd Rolls Okay lets talk about the food itself. This was totally more than enough for two people and we were left stuffed. Loved the bang for the price. Everything received was high quality down to the vegetables and we were super delighted by the sweet napa cabbages. Nothing to complain about, nothing to improve. The only thing we would do differently next time if we came would be to double up on the chuck eye because the texture tasted better than the Wagyu and to get double Miso over the Sichuan broth. I love me a good spicy broth but man something about getting older just doesn't allow you to go as spicy anymore. This is more on me than anything, the flavor of the Sichuan broth was immaculate otherwise. Definitely looking to come back when the days get colder and recommend you do the same! read more

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My friend and I came to Mumu on a Saturday afternoon and were pleasantly surprised that there was no wait! We were seated right away and ordered seamlessly online. We each got our own hot pot and shared a veggie platter plus three meats (as shown in the photo). We both chose the tom yum broth -- it was absolutely delicious. I loved the make-your-own sauce bar for the variety, and it was nice being able to eat at our own pace without feeling like we had to overeat to get our money's worth (like with AYCE spots). Everything was super fresh and high quality. I can't wait to come back! read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Love this place. The food is consistently fresh and flavorful, and everything comes out quickly without feeling rushed. The staff is friendly and efficient, making the whole experience smooth from start to finish. read more

Heads up that this restaurant is not AYCE! We had a party of 4 and ordered 2 Mumu's Signature which feeds 2 people per order. Even though it is not AYCE, they surprisingly give out a lot of meat and veggies! read more

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This place is always busy so you want to check in right away on Yelp and get your place in the waitlist. Their all meat combo for two with the included vegetables are more than enough and will leave you very full with possibly leftovers to take home. The mushroom, saté, sesame paste with cilantro are my favorite fixings from the sauce bar. You now order from a QR code and pay from the table as well with no reason to wait for them and give you a check. The place is cozy and great for families, group of friends or just for two. It's also my son's favorite hot pot spot. read more

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Perfect for winter weather! This is my go-to spot after shopping at the outlets during the winter. I love how they have a 2-person set, which is the perfect portion. My Tom Yum soup was rich and delicious! My partner ordered the tomato soup, and while it wasn't what he expected, he wished it was thicker and had more tomato flavor. He was a bit disappointed but definitely wants to come back for the sukiyaki or to try my Tom Yum again! Great location with plenty of parking, but it can get really busy, so there might be a waitlist. The fresh ingredients are always a highlight!! read more

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Great place for high quality delicious hotpot. A bit on pricier side but you get good meat with a delicious broth. Service was pretty fast and you cook yourself. Great restaurant ambiance and conveniently located in dublin. read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

For $75 this is good value. Not only do you get great quality food, you also get a clean restaurant, fast service, and you're next door to some good dessert. I'd say I'm more of a fan of ayce hot pot, but this was the right amount of food and I can't argue the price for the quality. Shoutout to the sauce bar though, the real champion of the night. read more

Mumu Hot Pot - 2 people $75 - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Came to visit an old friend in the area this weekend and we stopped in to watch the Niners/Eagles game. It was my first time trying hot pot and it did not disappoint. The place is clean and well organized. The sauce bar was kept stocked and tidy. Meat quality was great, vegetables were fresh, and the broth had solid flavor without being heavy or spicy for the sake of it. Portions were fair and everything came out timely even with the rush during game time. The staff was attentive and the room stayed full the entire time. I'll be coming back here and checking out their other locations. read more

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I've been coming to Mummy Hotpot for years -- easily a dozen times -- and it never disappoints. This time we came with three people and ordered a Classic for 2 plus a single Classic. The portions were perfect, and everything was super fresh. All the halal meats were great, especially the wagyu, lamb, and Australian chuck eye. Consistently flavorful, great quality, and always hits the spot. One of my go-to hotpot spots! Came out to be around $140 with drinks, tip and tax. read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Classic for 2 and classic for 1. - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

I've been to the Sunnyvale and San Jose locations many times since we live nearby, so this was my first time trying this location, and it was honestly a disaster. There were only 9 people ahead of us, yet it took over an hour to get seated at around 5:30 pm, which is before the actual dinner rush. The management here needs serious improvement. 3 servers were busy wiping dishes while more than 4-5 tables sat dirty, and a long line of guests waited to be seated. No one was checking the waitlist, so even after tables were cleaned, they stayed empty because no one was paying attention. The food is always good, which is why people line up. We ordered the premium set with three meats and three sides. The meat quality is top tier and one of the main reasons I enjoy coming to this chain. The sides were where things fell short. I usually love fish, but after cooking it, there was a strange taste and smell. It didn't smell like fish at all but more like a chemical or preservative. I didn't smell the raw fish beforehand, but since the meat quality here is usually excellent, I didn't think to question the seafood. The shrimp had less of that chemical smell, but it was still noticeable. The manager handled the situation professionally, but it's still something I want my fellow Yelpers to be aware of. The sauce bar is excellent, clean, and always a 5/5 for me. My personal favorite is the Buttery Spicy soup, which is very spicy. I ran out of water a quarter of the way through eating, but it was incredibly hard to flag down a server. At one point they were filling water glasses for future guests, which feels unnecessary when the current tables are struggling to get any service. Getting the bill at the end was also an ordeal because no one was available to help. Overall, the food is still good, but the service at this location fell way short. For the premium prices they charge, I expect the service to match the quality of the food, and this time it definitely did not. read more

I have introduced all those who I love the most to Mumu and it's safe to say they loved it as much as I do ! Though nothing special to some, the meats are tender, my all time favorite soup (I'm a creature of habit) to get is Tom Yum (savory and sour... my favorite) and I loveeee the veggies on the side it comes with! (though I wish I could sub out some items- I feel like bad for wasting veggies I don't like) Service is quick, you order from a QR code or if you need help, a server can come around and show you a physical menu. They also always asked if you've been here before you're seated which is convenient just in case you may need some help! Place is smaller than other mumu locations, but convenient as it is located right across the outlets where you could go shopping before you fill up your stomach! As for ambiance, it does get pretty crowded on the weekends. Expect to wait around 20-30 minutes during rush hour during the weekends as they only do walk ins and no reservations. I do suggest coming in during lunch time! As a long time mumu fan, though the price is steeper than other hot pot locations, and other tweaks I could suggest such as subbing out vegetables, bigger spaces, etc. all those outweigh how much I truly do enjoy eating here! Whether it's after a shift at work sitting at the bar eating by myself or with friends and loved ones-- mumu is still one of the places I frequent to the most here in the east bay. A must try in my book! read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Meat Lover's - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

04.21.2025 - I love Mumu Hot Pot! This is my third chain location and I'd have to say, it's smaller than the other two locations I frequent in Emeryville and SF. At least this location has easy and free parking! Flavor is the same across all the Mumu's that I've been to. I just love the quality of their meat and the freshness of their veggies. This of course means it's pricier than other hotpot joints. This meal was for 3 people which cost over $250. We ordered 5 additional sides of veggies and 3 additional trays of meat. My favorite is their spicy Szechuan soup base. I've tried their buttery spicy Szechuan base, but it was extremely oily. Their mushroom base was too heavy. Miso base felt too simple. Creamy tomato base has a good balance of acidity and sweetness, and it would be my second favorite soup. The rest, I don't think I'll ever try them because I'm addicted to the spicy Szechuan. Once I'm hooked, I'm hooked! I love that I can order through a QR code. It's super convenient and efficient. You order and pay all through the website. This method also makes it dangerous too because you can just order whatever and however much with a finger tip. Every combo comes with a variety tray of veggies and a choice of carbs. If there's a pre-selected ingredient that I don't favor or are allergic to, I simply ask and request to substitute it with something else, and oftentimes, they are flexible - which I appreciate. I wish that they had more veggie options. I know some items are replaced with seasonal ingredients. Before, they served fresh taro and that's been swapped out for corn. It's highly unlikely that I'll be back to this specific location as I live in the city. But for what it's worth, I'm glad to know that all 3 chains have been consistent. read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Our spread. The meat lover. Prime Black Angus Beef Short Ribs. - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

The food here was great. I loved the option to have a combo with different preset meats and vegetables. The service is average. I had to ask many times for a refill of water and we were at the bar read more

Mumu always hits the spot. Superior quality to all you can eat places; we always get the for two meals and end up leaving stuffed. The special thing about Mumu is their sauce bar. Not all of the broths are crazy good but their selection of sauces is fantastic so I always end up covering my food in the sauce anyway. I haven't seen another hot pot place offer mushroom sauce! So delicious. You order on your phone and the servers help if it's your first time. The food comes out super fast. They could be a bit more attentive to refilling water though. read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Signature Mumu Combo - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Great food, the service was super speedy. My wife and I went at 11:15am so it wasn't packed yet, but it was definitely getting busy when we were heading out. I would definitely recommend read more

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Fast service, clean, high quality meat. The sukiyaki, miso, and Szechuan broths are great! read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Meat Lover's - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

I took my party of 3 here on a Sunday night at around 5:15/5:30pm. There was already a wait list going and it was quite busy. No problem, we can wait.... however, what is not okay is the sense of urgency and lack of service that the manager and his team had. We waited for over an hour and saw multiple tables empty, waiting to be cleaned. And while, you would think that the staff (which there was quite plenty) would attend to them quickly , clean it up, and get the next party in- that just wasn't the case. Instead, there was 2-3 employees wiping down water glasses very slowly, walking around and looking busy, when in reality they should have a sense of urgency to get the next party in. This went on for over 10 minutes. I had to debate on whether or not to flag someone down and kindly ask them to clean the tables. Many of the guests waiting alongside us were also VERBALLY and VISIBLY upset. There was ZERO sense of urgency and super poor time management. It was bad to the point where I had to go towards the back of the kitchen to find an employee and ask then kindly if they could please attend to the dirty empty tables and get the next parties in as there was no host in the front for a long time.... Furthermore, once we got seated , the food came quickly which is nice, but the service still sucked. Nobody to come fill up waters for the entire time we ate. I had to again, flag someone down to get someone to come fill up our waters. That's not even the end of it.... when we were done. Nobody came to give us our bill and even looked our direction, so once again - I had to flag someone down just to get our bill. Only reason why i'm giving this particular location 2 stars is because of the food. That in itself is good, but seriously the management and team here needs to be retrained and have a sense of urgency. We are very kind, patient, and understanding folks, but this is unacceptable service. The experience and service definitely matters too, not just the food. I hope this review wakes up management and they take this review as constructive criticism because I genuinely hope the best for this chain as the food alone is fantastic. read more

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First time at Mumu! I've always wanted to try this place out but I usually stick to AYCE's. I like how straightforward the menu is and the combos include everything, from meat, veggies, and a rice/noodle. Personal pots are a plus because you get to choose your own broth! I sat at the bar for a party of one, and the Mumu combo was perfect for me + leftovers. The place is clean, and service is prompt, someone was always checking in around the bar area for water and napkins. read more

I've been here twice and both times the food has been great. Both times I've tried different broths and was pleasantly surprised. The service is sub par, they are extremely busy so don't expect much. You order by phone and that's pretty much it. It's hot in there so be ready to take off those sweaters and jackets while eating. It gets crowded and there is always a wait. You won't be disappointed, give it a try! read more

Mumu Hot Pot - Hot Pot Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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glad to see that mumu is consistent across the bay. I might be biased since mumu has probably the most vegetarian soup base options (and can be made allium-free) compared to other hotpot places. and it's always so good. love the condiments bar - the mushroom sauce, cilantro, green chiles. read more

The beef here is so fresh that you can practically hear it going "muuuu" "muuuu" before you devour them. jk. Jokes aside, meat quality is A1. Soup comes in individual pot. The Szechuan spicy is perfect for all spicy lovers! I got the green pepper soup once and I was having spicy shits hahaha. Boyfriend and I share the meat lover set. It's the perfect amount of food and itch that hot pot craving! I love the beef short rib and toro. Ordering is seamlessly through your phone. As well as paying. Be sure to close out before you leave or they will award themselves with a big ole fat tip! We came on a Sunday lunch so it wasn't super busy but I can see it getting busy during prime time. It is on the pricier side for hot pot so maybe save this for some splurging cheat meal occasion. I will be back for sure ! read more