super friendly people & aunty who loves their business. My boyfriend and I ate during the Kona Storm part 2, we tried to try out a new restaurant for hotpot & landed here. Came around 5pm and was the only people there at the time. She helped us right away and boy oh boy the food didn't disappoint! Super chill back, and quiet which I like. Will come back again soon! read more

The sauces were watery. The meats were okay. No enoki mushrooms . Waited a really long time to get checked out but other than that the service was okay. Ambiance was okay. Got the regular lemonade drink. It was good. read more

All You Can Eat hotpot dinner in Aiea, O'ahu, Hawai'i... We let the birthday boy choose a place and he decided on Pot Pot Shabu Buffet. Located in the Pearl Kai Shopping Center, this bright, clean, spacious, air-conditioned environment has a very welcoming and friendly owner. She explained how to order the broth and proteins from her, then she adjusted our table top stoves for us after the workers placed our pots of broth in front of us. We all ordered Set A for $29.99, plus tax and tip. We skipped the chicken and pork options and just ordered the beef brisket and steak. At the buffet line, we enjoyed the shrimp, fish filets, fish balls, kamaboko, bean curd, tofu, kobocha, spinach, cabbage, black fungus, glass noodles, udon, egg noodles, and much more! Everyone was stuffed and happy! It was a healthy meal where each person chose their own broth - most of us got the herb broth while other choices were spicy, ponzu-based, etc. I would return! Parking in the shared lot was easy! read more

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Located in the Pearl Kai Center across from the Sumida Watercress Patch and Pearlridge, this place is very clean and spacious. The AYCE menu includes a buffet of sauces for dipping your cooked meats and vegetables, raw vegetables, raw seafood that includes fish and shrimp, fish balls, kamaboko, tofu, shiitake mushrooms, and a variety of noodles to add to your selected hot pot broth. There are many broths to choose from and the spice level can be customized. Just ask if the soup starts off spicy or if it has no spice at all to get the heat level that is right for you. The owner asked if we wanted to add an order of spring rolls which we did, and they were straight out of the fryer and tasty. They were accompanied by the usually vegetables of lettuce leaves, rice noodles, basil leaves and a dipping fish sauce. We ordered the pork belly slices and brisket slices to start to be added to our broth. The miso shoyu broth was very flavorful and the crab broth had a slight spicy sour kick to the nice crab flavor. The AYCE price is $29.99 per person and there is a 2 hour limit. Ample parking when we went for lunch, but there are many popular restaurants in this complex and parking can be a bit sparse if you come for dinner or the weekends. read more

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Been dining here a handful of times. I called at 6:00 and requested a table. We were greeted by Bill & Heidi upon entering. This time I tried the Ponzu Broth and Reuben chose the Spicy Beef Broth. Both were excellent!! For Meat Choice: I started with Brisket & Eye Round Steak and Reuben started with Brisket & Pork Belly. We went to get our sides at the sauce station. I got my usual Basa fish, CUTE little egg noodle, Shitake mushrooms, broccoli, bean sprouts, baby corn, Kabocha (pumpkin), white onions, garlic, & their house special sauce. It was so delicious!!! All of their broths have been consistently good so we are very happy about that!!! MAHALO read more

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Since Green Papaya closed on Keeaumoku () we had to go to the new location in Pearl Kai! You can choose the hot pot experience or opt for the Green Papaya menu. I personally feel like family when I dine here and always have a warm and wonderful meal. Pros: - The food is tasty! Albeit, I mainly order the Tom Yum soup with Rice Noodles and Chicken with spring rolls... but the pho is also a fave among my friends. - I also love the assortment of Tapioca that I enjoy at the end of the meal. You can choose Banana, Taro, or Sweet Potato. Cons: - Although I've never asked, I'd love it if there were a mild/medium/hot option because sometimes I'd like even more heat with their awesome flavors. - The location/parking isn't my favorite, but there are a lot of parking stalls, it's just kinda tight and can get really congested. read more

Food was good & fresh. Service was really good. We remember the owner from years ago from a different restaurant so we were really surprised to see her. So happy we came. Reasonably priced. read more

Aunty there was super welcoming and topped our glasses regularly. Her presence was so warm and the food was great! Our party was 4 adults and 2 kids. everybody was full and it was all under $150 dollars not including tip, a steal considering the location was amongst great restaurants. read more

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I was feeling hungry after work n stopped by here for lunch I like there selections it's a great place to come eat here with a group or your loved ones.Waiter was nice and helpful. read more

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The main lady that helps out in the front was so rude and disrespectful. They have these soft drinks that has "refills". She mentioned any of the canned drinks are refillable. I'm on my 3rd drink and asked for another can. She told me "oh you're really thirsty, you drink too much already not good for you". Like excuse me ma'am? Yes i know this but if it says refillable. Then I'm gonna get my monies worth and I don't need someone to judge my life choices. I'm here to eat. Are you gonna tell me what i can and cannot eat as well? Cmon now. Have some respect lady. This place has basic food anyways so not worth coming. read more

The past few times I've been there, the aunty that helps us is very kind. Definitely like coming here because not only do they have fresh ingredients, but because their service is excellent!! Seems like a family runned business that takes pride in their work. Definitely recommend this spot to everyone. Support local! read more

We love coming to this place! Reasonable prices, fresh ingredients, the service is excellent. Heidi (owner) treats all her customers like family and that is so important. Great for family dining or hanging out with friends. read more

First time trying this place in pearl Kai center. Aunty is very nice and. Always checks up on you. All you can eat I got full after my second serving of pork belly. Will definitely go back read more

We went there for my son's birthday. Aunty was very friendly and sweet. The food was great. I the ambience was nice, cozy, and not to loud. Parking was easy the restaurant was accessible for me and my wheelchair. read more

Amazing, and I mean amazing service. Which pains me to have 3 stars. Immediately upon walking in, we are warmly greeted by the auntie and seated. We're checked on very 10-20 minutes. Other than the meat and broth, it's self service buffet style. Here are the negatives. They don't have that many options, missing some of my favorite hot pot items, such as enoki mushrooms, udon, and quail eggs. The meat was all chewy. I ordered 3 out of 4 of the meat options, excluding chicken. The two beef options were very chewy, and the pork belly had the skin left on so it was chewy as well. But the pork belly was the least chewy. They have a lot of broths to choose from, I think about 20. Which gives a very nice selection. It would've been nice to have a ladle with holes in addition to the normal ladle to get any strays with ease. They offer rice, but with hotpot, noodles are superior! Decent sauce selection, must ask for chili peppers! Must!!! I would pay the extra $10 to go elsewhere for better ingredients and meat quality. This is the kind of place you go to for the vibes of the super nice auntie lol. read more

Pot Pot Shabu Buffet - Pork belly, brisket, beef - Hot Pot Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

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**rounding down from a 3.5/5** Service was super good and the aunty working was so friendly! Unfortunately the hot pot and prices were just okay. That said, the spring rolls we tried were delicious and not a bad size so maybe if you stick to the Vietnamese plates you'll have a better experience. We were craving hot pot and decided to give this place a try. The initial price isnt bad (like $28?) Per person. We also added a thai tea and spring rolls, which weren't included in the ayce price. However, there is a 3% credit card fee if you use card instead of cash, and on top of tax and tip our whole meal came out to roughly $100 for two. Mostly rounding down bc the total feels really high for what we got. As for the food: broths were nothing special, very light in flavor. We got beef and spicy bbq. As for meat, the beef steak was tough. Pork belly and brisket were good though, I would stick to those. The sauce selection was pretty decent and had fresh cilantro and green onion, which are my go-tos. The dining room itself was spacious, definitely seemed old but still clean and neat. I don't think I'll return specifically for hotpot, but I might come back for vermicelli. read more

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We came here with a group of friends back in July on a random Wednesday. The restaurant was very clean, and not too busy. I liked how there was a cooler bar where you can help yourself to sauces, vegetables, starches, and some seafood. Since you're making your own food in the hot pot broth, you can't really mess that up. The aunty working was super friendly and I appreciate that the noise level of the place wasn't anything obnoxious. Conveniently located in the Pearl Kai Shopping center. Close to my gym and perfect to eat on a cold day. read more

Buffet was neat & fresh looking, broth could have used some more flavor, but the server was nice enough to bring some spicy sauce on the side. Come hungry as it is all you can eat. read more

This was a great find. I am on a sodium restriction and eating soups can be tricky but the soup options seemed rather low sodium. Our family got a variety and each one was flipping tasty! The owners were incredibly attentive and we had to beg them to stop bringing us food! I am very glad we found this restaurant- definitely try them out. read more

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I love this place and the options of food items to pick from. And aunty is always so kind and attentive. I also love how clean the restaurant is and the music is so relaxing!! My go-to place for hot pot!! read more

Spacious and clean, and if they aren't busy, you won't leave smelling of broth. Their sides are laid out cafeteria style, so don't head straight to the fridge when grabbing them. Instead, just grab a plate and tongs. There's only two dipping sauce choices, a weakly spicy sauce and a ponzu sauce. They have quite a few broth choices, but their all you can eat meat options are limited. Other places have overall more choices, but you aren't missing anything major here. Service was friendly and efficient. Parking is easily found in this mall. read more

Initially called on same day to inquire about business hours and prices regarding lunch AYCE shabu buffet for adults and kids. Gentleman on the phone with a pleasant voice informed me about regular prices for adults and kids. Also offered 20% off AYCE per adult and 20% off AYCE per child. I was quite surprised, thanked him and hung up. While my husband and I discussed prices and calculations, I was surprised again that same gentleman called me via phone and asked if I want to make reservations. I kindly informed him that I'm getting a head count and will return phone call. Gentleman thanked me. My husband and I agreed the prices are good. I called establishment to schedule lunch reservations for 12:30 p.m. We arrived at 12:15 p.m. and were greeted by Owners. Same gentleman recognized my voice and asked if I'm the one that called earlier. I exclaimed, "Yes." We're seated right away, given menus and thoughtful to bring us a pitcher of water. One of the owners asked us if we want rice with our order. My husband said, "One bowl please." Choice of 21 different soups. Pot Pot Ponzu Soup: Such a clean tasting broth. Loved that I'm able to add and taste veggies and proteins without changing broth flavor. Pot Pot Miso Soup: My husband said he really enjoyed miso broth. House Sauce: Mild tasting in the beginning then a little spicy toward the end. Really enjoyed dipping beef brisket, beef pork and chicken meat balls in this concoction. Variety of noodles and veggies to select. Able to make udon, yakisoba, and everything in between. Would love to return for a round of pho or ramen. read more

Pot Pot Shabu Buffet - Ponzu Soup w/ House Sauce - Hot Pot Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

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These are the same people that ran Green Papaya restaurant on Keeaumoku Street across from Walmart and close to Ala Moana Center. They do have the regular soup and plates menu that they offered before PLUS the Shabu Shabu Buffet if you want. In the Pearl Kai shopping Center/food complex in the rear parking lot facing PowerHouse Gym, closest to Yakiniku Jang Su, and Tadashi restaurants. The owner is so nice and welcoming and if you come a few times will even remember your order! Go eat! In my opinion they have the best Thai Spicy soup (Tom Yum), pho and Spring rolls on island. read more

My daughter and I happened to find this restaurant driving around this center and I had it bookmarked for awhile. The price is reasonable per person but for kids that are older than 11, they charge a full adult price. I didn't like that rule but it was worth the money. The lady basically explained how the process works for first timers. Apparently there were two other ladies that came in that were also first timers but the Asian lady was aggressive lol Anyway, I picked the miso shoyu based soup and you put your noodles and veggies on a plate. You pick your sauce. Then take it back while you wait for your soup to be brought out to be boiled on the stove. You can lessen or turn off when you're completely done. I decided to get a diet Coke while my daughter got a Thai tea which isn't pictured. She really liked this place. There were not many people inside around the time we came. Good thing because I don't like crowds or when it gets busy. Less attention to you when the waitress is busy. I would come back if I wanted to splurge or crave soup. read more

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Enjoyed my experience here. A variety of broths to choose from & I love that they had a sides bar with numerous different items including shrimp. The broth was delicious and arrived quickly. The only reason i didn't give it a 5 star is because it took a while to get our meat orders. The staff was very polite and the restaurant was clean. I'll definitely be back especially on these cold rainy days. read more

Pot Pot Shabu Buffet - Broth Menu - Hot Pot Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

We were originally planning to go to Rokaru for shabu shabu but they're closed since they're moving locations, so we had to find another place to eat. We decided to try here. It's more of a Pho Buffet. Husband and I don't care for pho. Service was quick and Aunty was nice but I felt like I was in a Buy Me Drinky Bar. Aunty asked if we wanted spring rolls while we waited for the rest of our party so my husband and I said yes. Not too long after they brought out 3 orders of spring rolls and didn't stay around long enough for us to let them know we didn't order the other 2 plates. I believe the spring rolls were $16 a plate... and they sat there getting cold till the rest of the party arrived. 21 choices for broths... they all taste the same. My nephew's literally tasted like salt water - no other flavors detected. The rest tasted like pho soup because of the basil and other spices. I would say stick to a basic 5-8 broths and keep them simple. Only 3 meats to choose from unless you want to pay more. Veggies and other sides were a decent selection. Not a place any of our party of 12 would be returning to. Well maybe for the spring rolls. lol read more

Fantastic service! Took the family for an early dinner after a long day of ice skating. We were hungry! Aunty took care of all of us and gave us an authentic and wonderful Shabu experience! read more

Pot Pot took over the old Hot Pot Heaven space in Pearl Kai, which is a wonderful bit of diversity to maintain. I always felt that ala carte hot pot places were a poor value, since we always eat enough to pay for AYCE anyway, so it's nice to have that change of pace. We were drawn by the 20% off signs posted outside, which brings the price down to $24 per person - a nice discount from the usual 30pp price in town. I've never been to Pot Pot, but it looks like this is their second location, with the original in town. It's a deceivingly spacious dining room, with a worryingly small amount of people going in and out. We were seated immediately with only two other parties on a holiday. Immediate points for a sauce bar - nothing beats making your own sauces with all the garlic and chilis you want. They provide a bowl of rice at no charge and have a ridiculous 21 choices for broths (choose up to 2). We went with the miso & shoyu and the shiitake mushroom soup. Both were very tasty. Selection is smaller than other places for both meat and sides, but still impressive even with the price discount. I was surprised to see shrimp, mussels, and squid as included options, as well as wood ear mushrooms, shiitake, and whole eggs. Lots of beef/pork/fishcake balls, leafy vegetables, and six types of noodles. The meats you can order are chicken, pork belly, beef steak, and beef brisket. Additional $3 for lamb, ribeye, and beef tongue. We had mostly beef steak and beef brisket, both of which lacked marbling and turned quite tough after cooking. We had one order of pork belly which was very fatty, which could be good or bad depending on what you like. Regardless, the sauce bar helped balance the flavors. Overall experience was positive, we were full and didn't break the bank on an AYCE experience. I'd rather pay more for a better selection of meat and sides at a place like Shabuya, but it's convenient for us to get to and cheaper than alternatives. read more

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Always went there after a good practice, it's good for your buck especially during bad weather

Went to Pearl Kai Shopping Center to check out the Yakiniku spot but prices looked steep for lunch. So Pot Pot across the way so decided to check it out. Went around lunch time and it was empty. The owner greeted us and had us sit in one of the middle tables so are party of 3 could spread out. Food was so good. Portions were perfect. Everything was fresh. Owner was super nice and checked in with us. I've been to a few hot pot places and this is one of the better ones in my opinion. No need all the fancy stuff. Just simple cuts of meat, different fresh stuff at the bar, and they even had Vietnamese coffee which was excellent. Cost was reasonable and similar to other AYCE hot pot spots. Wish we found this place sooner. We will definitely be back. read more

Best hot pot on island! The owner Heidi was so gracious and accommodating. I highly recommend this place!

Been here before. Ingredients are fresh and plentiful. Knocking stars off because only had one other customer besides me. Only had one serving of the meat, suposed to be AYCE. But couldn't find anyone. Kept eating and got filled up on the shrimp, mussels, fish, and noodles. Which wasn't bad. Mussels were small and shrimp was large. When got ready to leave, still couldn't find anyone. There was a boy behind the counter. Told him I wanted to pay my bill. He had to go in back to find someone. read more

Crab meat soup has always been amazing! Highly recommended. Been a customer since Green Papaya! Love the place! Most def going again!

AYCE Shabu-Shabu: $29.99/person The owner was nice and the environment is quiet. Pork belly meat was 4/5, beef brisket 3/5, ribeye 3/5. Everything tasted good but the house sauce made the meat taste wonderful. The pot pot spicy bbq broth had a good spice and tasted sour & the miso and shoyu broth was good as well. read more

Pot Pot Shabu Buffet - Pot pot Spicy BBQ broth Miso & Shoyu broth - Hot Pot Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

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Been coming to this spot for the past 5 years and they do not disappoint! We come here so much Aunty always recognizes us! She always treats us good and spoils our daughter with some extra rice for her soup. The selection of food and veggies are also something to note! They're always stocked up and are never hungry when we leave. If I could give this place 100 stars I would! Will always come back to this awesome restaurant! read more

First time eating their regular menu, and loved it! The owner was so sweet and recommended their Tom Yum pho. Will come back again :)

We found this place randomly while driving around the shopping center and we're so glad we did. The service was amazing and the food was so good. My husband and I got the ponzu and the spicy beef broth and they were both delicious! We will definitely be returning. read more

This is one of my favorite hot pot places! My family has been going to them for years since they were in their Honolulu location. It's sad that they had to close that location down, however my husband and I were excited to see aunty at the aiea location! We had great service from her and her staff. Aunty was always checking in making sure the food and us were good! My husband got the peanut broth and I got the Chinese herb broth. Both were extremely flavorful! Getting the broth was a little slow, however it can't be helped as they are short staffed at the moment. My family and I will continue to visit this place whenever we are craving hot pot ! read more

Food: we ordered all your can eat hot pot and the rice with kalbi short ribs. Everything was very delicious and Auntie Haidi was so nice and helpful througout the dinnning experience! In addition, the environment was clean and welcoming! Definitely will recommend and be back with my family again! read more

This place is junk. Cross the street and go to Gen instead if your trying to make an event out of it. You can get meats from Palama and DonQ/Hmart you can do better than this place at home for cheaper. read more