Cuisine: 4 Service: 3…read moreDecor: 8 Value: 4 Overall: 4 What a beautifully renovated space ruined by its below average food and service. Their signature beef would have pretty decent in the hot pot if it weren't for such bland soup base. Everything else was standard but priced slightly higher than most places around Flushing. We also got two claypot rice, which were pretty big in size. Unfortunately, the balance of the ingredients and rice in thrown off with a higher ratio of rice. This made the claypot rice dishes less flavorful and not as enjoyable. Also, the preserved meat one was okay, but the eel version was extra dry. Servers were nice enough overall. However, my issue is that the space is so large and the waitstaff never seem to be around. I had to get up several times to find our server, or any server, to come and help us. It got annoying after the third or fourth time looking for more water or napkins. Anyway, I have been here twice and they are always relatively empty. I hope they can turn it around soon. Maybe they need to overhaul the menu. They definitely Otherwise, it's game over imho.

This spot is a MUST if you love fresh, hand-cut beef Chao Shan-style hotpot. The beef here? Always…read morefresh, never frozen. We went for a half-and-half pot with two different soup bases--so good, Not only is the food amazing, but the space is huge and beautifully decorated, perfect for parties or a cozy meal with friends. And if you order takeout , their Lunch special is super affordable too! We also tried the clay pot rice and beef rice noodle dishes, they are so yummy. Take out 718-878-6566 Delivery available on Doordash, Hungrypanda. Open 11 am - 2 am Daily Follow @spinx17 for more NYC food recs!

So yummy and authentic! The dishes are not Westernized at all and still have a spicy kick when…read morenecessary (ie., mapo tofu was not the American version). Lots of seafood and dishes that aren't the easiest to find elsewhere. I brought my grandma and she also really liked it. Vibes are also very good and it looks quite fancy and clean inside, so could be good for an event. Only warning is that they don't seem to have veggies - they were out of nearly all veggie options when we went at 11:30am. See pics for specific dish recs!

The interior looks nice although as with any booth seating, it's hard to clean so there's like rice…read moreand such at my seat. Not the end of the world just brush it off. Service was efficient. For food, it's one of the rare places that serve live lobster sashimi (it was still moving). The taste was more on the bland side since it's the spiny lobster not the maine ones. Can skip this one. Best thing was the steamed blue crab over sticky rice. A very "whole" dish where rice has crab taste and vice versa. The raw crab was special and a change from the Korean ones. Would recommend. The hot and sour soup was not it though. Avoid it. It was sweet.. thought i ordered dessert. All-in select dishes were +. Service was +. Ambiance ehhh. So I'd say above average maybe a 3.5 but yelp only does whole stars so I round up to 4.

Came on a Saturday for a party of 5 at around 7 ish? We had to wait around 15-20 minutes but any…read moretime after that  - the line was loong.   It's a huge place though and the only thing you pay additional for is seafood and beef/pork.   I enjoyed how clean the sauce was and the variety of noodles and veggies.   I also liked how everyone gets their own individual broth and soup base. I had a great time and did enjoy their matcha soft serve at the end.

I haven't been here for about three years now and so much has changed, and not for the better. We…read morecame around 6:30pm as a party of four (3 adults and 1 infant) on a Friday and were quickly seated, which was different in years past where we had to wait. Pricing has increased since the last time we were here which is understandable with the increase in cost. They do not validate parking anymore. Waitress had greeted us and asked for the soups right away since we had been here before. We had requested if we can get a pot of plain water for the baby so that we can boil stuff without any sodium. She said sorry that will have to cost extra. But then I referred back to their ad that children under 3 eats free. And the whole explanation was yes but they could not have their own pot. She says this is just company policy and that it's not my decision. A few minutes later she came back and said I talked to management and they said it was ok for you to have a pot of plain water. After this, she doesn't come back to check in on us or ask for any refills on the soup and had to flag her down. Plates were slow to be cleared. Food - in the past we loved the fresh noodles here, but not anymore. Maybe it's due to less people, but the noodles are old and stay clumped up together. Everything else was pretty typical with the vegetables and the various types of fish balls. I don't think we will be returning here anytime soon. There are so many hot pot places to go to that are higher quality and better service. It's sad because they were once so popular, but I don't think they have adapted to the changing restaurant options in flushing.

The food at Haidilao was amazing! My friends and I came to flushing, and once we arrived the…read moreservice immediately helped us out once we arrived.

Haidilao, not just hotpot, but an immersive experience great for kids and adults…read more Food here does not come short of high quality. Every ingredient is prepared with care and presentation. From the appetizers to the selected hot pot items, everything was really cool. I highly enjoyed the fried pumpkin and the sausage appetizers. Soup base you can split up to 4 ways with a variety of soup bases available. They also have some complimentary desserts at the end. Water for the table also is lemon water, not just regular water, wow! From the waiting area, there are plenty of seats and room while waiting for your call number. They even have a play area for kids with board games and toys with light refreshments and snacks available. It's not even water, they have honey melon tea! I would recommend putting in a reservation if you can, but the waits are not that bad either, especially when you have all this in the waiting room. Inside is very clean and organized. They have buffet items available on the floor and also really nice bathrooms, bidets included. This is a premium experience that you're paying for, not just a typical restaurant. They even have shows for kids at certain times showcasing traditional facechanging performances. Service was very quick, and servers were very attentive to each table. They spoke both Chinese and English and explained the whole process to us. Ordering and payment all happen on the iPad. Really enjoyed my time here. Great venue for celebrations or just treating yourself to a great meal and great time

Really great Sichuan food. It was very spicy, but I loved it…read more I tried the cumin beef, signature fried cabbage, and pig trotters - all were delicious and spicy. I'd love to come back and try more of their dishes. The staff are attentive. It is quite casual inside.

Just returned from a trip in China and I can say the food still really hit the spot. It's not a…read morefancy spot and has simple decor. But the food is what you're there for. It's very spicy with the signature Sichuan peppercorn, so if you're not into numb spicy, considered yourselves warned. We specifically loved the pig trotters. I've never had them like that before anywhere, so it's definitely a chefs special. They were made crispy on the outside but soft and flavorful on the inside. Highly recommend. All the other dishes were also fantastic. Portions are also great, we ended up taking lots home. They gave us free dessert jellies which is also a classic Sichuan dessert; they also had a deal where you get free drinks if you order a certain amount of food, so we got two free drinks. I would have given a five star if not for the super long wait. Granted we did go for Christmas Day dinner. We saw them having to turn away lots of customers. They are super popular. Main issue is there isn't a number system, so getting a table felt a bit random; we considered ourselves lucky. Our servers were very friendly and nice. They told us it would be a bit of a wait, but this was the longest I've ever waited for food: 45 min before the first dish was served. We ordered 5 dishes with rice (forgot to take pictures of two of them). I wasn't told one of the dishes I ordered wasn't available until 30 min after I placed my order. But when the food did come, they all can't together so we didn't have to keep waiting. The servers were also attentive after despite how busy and clearly overwhelmed they were, which was really nice. In conclusion, great food with good portions for spice lovers. Very nice servers and try not to go on Christmas Day since it can get really busy.

Sometimes when a place is so popular you will hear about it through the grapevine from different…read moresources. This is one of those places. Went to the no frills quick take it section that provides seating if you wish to dine in. I didn't check out the menu since I already had in mind what I wanted to order by word of mouth. Decided to eat in-ordered the lamp soup. Apparently you have 2 choices-one with just meat and one with meat and a mix of internals. I opted for the second one. I don't eat much lamp at home. The soup is light. I definitely needed some salt but they probably keep it this way so everyone can adjust the saltiness to his or her own preference. Each soup comes with a freshly made bin (Chinese bread). I have heard from a friend that the bin is amazing especially when it just comes out fresh from the oven. They offer hot sauce on the table so I used it for dipping the meat from the soup. One downfall is I'm one of those people who think cilantro tastes like soap water and didn't realize they would top the soup off with a bunch of cilantro so I spent a good amount of time trying to pick them all out. The buns here are literally famous-maybe for the price. I do heat it sells out quite often. 6 for $5 is a good deal. I ordered the pork one to go and tried one when I got home. Great texture and the filling was very tasty. I've tried the vegetarian one on a previous occasion and I prefer the pork one. If you dine, they have an app station where they offer two cold dishes. I see people taking huge plates of the marinated shredded potato and they kept going back for me so I asked the lady if I could take some to make sure it's free and she said sure. I took a little of each to try. The shredded potato was actually amazing. Very addicting to eat and the texture had a little crunch to it. The other item was preserved veggies which was a nice addition to alternate bites after the soup. The place got pretty full. There are a few parking spots outside if you're lucky.

Stop by for breakfast, had pork and vege buns, lamb soup, all very tasty. Service is good and…read morequick, quite efficient. End of packing some take outs. Will definitely return for more authentic Chinese food. This is very authentic northern Chinese restaurant, offer breakfast as earlier as 6 am, and lunch/dinner/late night BBQ. So authentic that I don't even see an English menu, lol. Food is great, visited again next day to try the beef bun and congee, all tastes good. $5 for 6 medium-large tasty bun, nothing beats that! Cash only!

Taylor's Tayke: Show Mini Hot Pot New York makes hot pot…read moreapproachable, interactive, and completely customizable. Instead of ordering a preset meal, you build your own bowl with exactly what you want, choose your broth, and let the kitchen do the rest. The build-your-own concept is what keeps me coming back because every bowl can be a little different, and the signature Golden Beef Bone Broth is absolutely worth trying. My Taysty Tayke: Get Down & Dirty, Expeditiously: Golden Beef Bone Broth The broth is rich, comforting, and packed with flavor without feeling too heavy. Every ingredient you add picks up that savory beef flavor, making the entire bowl better from the first bite to the last. One of my favorite parts of the experience is grabbing the tongs and building my own bowl. There are so many fresh ingredients to choose from that you can customize it exactly how you like it. I paired mine with chili oil, which added just the right amount of heat without overpowering the broth. Whether you choose the soup-based option or one of the dry styles, it's hard to go wrong because the entire experience revolves around creating your perfect combination. Service: Quick, efficient, and beginner-friendly. The ordering process is simple, even if it's your first time trying malatang. Plates From My Visit: DIY Golden Beef Bone Broth Bowl Golden Beef Bone Broth Chili Oil In Conclusion: If you enjoy customizing your meals, Show Mini Hot Pot is an easy recommendation. Fresh ingredients, a flavorful Golden Beef Bone Broth, and the fun of building your own bowl make this one of Flushing's most enjoyable casual dining experiences. Stamped by Elajas

I get the savory mala mix with no soup and omg something about the flavors just hits. The food is…read moregreat, meat selection isn't alot but they're open late. Would recommend

Guobaorou serves delicious, authentic northeastern-style Chinese cooking!…read more We tried both the eggplant with minced meat and the triple delight, and both were incredibly flavorful and well-executed. Just a heads up that the dishes left us feeling pretty thirsty afterward, so they might be heavy on the MSG. Also, the rice here leans quite sticky and wet, which wasn't my personal preference. Tip: Don't forget to bring cash to take advantage of their cash discount

When my friend with better Chinese is with me in flushing, I gotta take advantage of the super…read morelocal places. We decided to go to this Dong Bei style Chinese restaurant famous for their namesake "Guo Bao Rou" which is fried thin slices of pork with a sweet and sour sauce. Coming in, the vibe was very old style with brightly flowered tablecloth and many signs in Chinese on the walls. Each table had a pitcher of water and cutlery. We order the Guo Bao Rou, cucumber salad, and some stir fried pea sprouts. My first bite of the Guo Bao Rou was tender but also super super crispy with a vinegary touch of the sauce. I did wish the meat was a tiny bit thicker or the batter was a bit thinner because all I tasted was the batter. The sauce was also a bit more on the sour side and could be more sweet. The cucumber salad was refreshing, with dried bean curd, woodear mushrooms, peanuts, and lots of chili and garlic. The pea sprouts were crunchy and fresh which cut through the greasy meat dish. Overall, not too bad and was very surprised at the huge portions. I would come back and try their other dishes for sure.