So many hot pot spots in Houston, but for some reason we always find ourselves coming back to Shabu Zone. Maybe it's because it was the first hot pot place we tried when we moved down here, so it'll always have a special place in our hearts. Or maybe it's the huge selection of meats, noodles, veggies, and everything else. Maybe it's because the customer service has always been great every single time we've been there. Or the fact that somehow, even when the whole place is packed, we've never once had to wait to be seated. Or maybe it's because the staff actually keeps the food bar stocked, so you don't have to wait for what feels like an eternity. Or maybe it's the surprisingly above average ice cream for dessert. (Yes, green tea / red bean ice cream, I'm talking about you) Whatever it is, Shabu Zone just hits different for us. read more

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Shabu Zone will always be that favorite AYCE hot pot place. It's truly the base of all hot pot places. Not too fancy and just right. And when I say it's viet mom approved, then it's going in the rotation. Trust, when I say we've been to plenty of AYCE hot pot places in the area, and we still come back to Shabu Zone. Even with all of the new places popping up, my mom still gets back to the car and says, "I still like the other place (shabu zone)". I've watched the workers clean any dirty spot, IMMEDIATELY. I've seen them pick up items dropped on the floor and they're always making sure the place is clean. The vegetables are fresh, the seafood is fresh, the noodles galore, the meat so thin, broth so flavorful...ice cream so smooth and no icicles...need I say more? Favorites so by far - #11 iykyk, sukiyaki broth, sweet garlic sauce, sweet corn sauce, It's not fancy, but it truly is the best bang for your buck. Clean. Friendly. Mom approved. And if you're about it, they sell Spa World tickets for a discounted rate! My friends and I bought a bundle discount and had a girls day. read more

Shabu Zone is my FAVORITE shabu/hot pot spot in Houston, hands down. In terms of consistency, food, flavor, and service, it is the best. Big space so good for any occasion! Food: 9/10 Meats: I always get numbers 1, 2, 5, and 6. The meat cuts 1 and 2 are my favorite on the dinner menu because they are so tender and not too fatty. 5 and 6 are my favorites on the lunch menu. Sauce Bar: This is where shabu zone differentiates itself. The sauce bar is not your typical make yourself hot pot sauce, but they also have premade sauces that are delicious. The garlic sauce, black garlic, spicy ponzu, wasabi and corn are amazing. I just can't express enough how amazing it is to have the sauce bar and banchan bar. Banchan Bar: My favorite part of shabu zone and something that keeps me coming back. The onion jalapeno banchan is amazing, sweet and delicious perfect balance to the meat. The kimchi selection is great! I love making wraps with the white radish rounds too. Dessert: Good ice cream selection like their green tea and red bean flavors. Also, the coffee flavor is very good. The Vietnamese fruit cocktail che is also a nice touch that my parents love getting. Vegetable/Noodle options: Good options, I love the pumpkin and broccolli, watercress, spinach, enoki mushroom too! Lots of seafood options and different noodles. The hand pulled korean flat noodles are amazing. Broth: Broth is good, with sukiyaki being a favorite of mine along with Miso and Tonkotsu (vegetarian is nice as well). While the broths here are not as flavorful as rival shabu places like (Shabu En), it is good enough and does not hinder the experience. Overall, I will stand by my love for shabu zone. May be busy and hard to get a table at times though because of how popular they are. read more

Great bang for your buck! The food and sauce bar is great and they have many options!

Absolute gem and easily my fav shabu spot in Houston so far! Huge interior perfect for large family gatherings or meetups with friends, more options than one could ask for, and most importantly delicious food! Bonus is that the AYCE prices are affordable - $22.99 for lunch (11a-3p weekdays except holidays) or $32.99 for dinner! Choose your broth, order meats with your server, grab additional toppings/sauces, repeat! I'm extremely simple when it comes to hotpot and ate platefuls of enoki mushroom and napa cabbage along with my meats, but I appreciated the vast selection. I didn't go crazy with their sauces either since I was so satisfied with the sukiyaki broth I chose. The ice cream bar is also included in the AYCE price. While I don't recall which meat I loved the most, we ordered multiple rounds of 1. certified akaushi wagyu chuck tender, 5. akaushi wagyu prime chuck eye, 6. shabu zone special prime rib, 11. akaushi wagyu beef belly. For lunch, only 5-11 are available. Overall amazing restaurant and MUST VISIT for any Houstonian or visiting foodie! read more

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Still tried and true, our favorite AYCE in Houston! Great price for AYCE, tasty broths, large and fresh offering of meat and seafood, produce, and sauces, restaurant is bright and comfortable, waitstaff is attentive and helpful. read more

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I don't usually like to go for Shabu Shabu during the hot summers, but the family insisted taht they wanted to try this place, so I just followed....and I am truly glad I was convinced to come here as I must say, this was perhaps one of the best Shabu Shabu places I have ever tried. The place has a nice and modern casual, clean, very open and spacious interior.....and has a very impressive AYCE buffet spread of very fresh vegetables, seafood, and a good sauce station where you can create your favorite dipping sauce. All the fancier meats, are ordered off the menu. And, the best thing is, that you get to choose your own personal hotpot of soup in which to cook your ingredients.....ranging from the milder flavored vegetable soup, to miso flavored, all the way up to very spicy. Of course, I am not into spicy food and prefer to actually taste the freshness of my ingredients, so I went with the mildest vegetable soup, and was very happy with it. The huge variety of offerings is mind boggling, and a visual extravaganza! So much food everywhere! So, you really need to pace yourself and know what to pick or order first so as not to fill up unecessarily, or too soon. I don't eat beef, so mostly just enjoyed the chicken slices and seafood.....the chicken slices looked so thin when served raw, but once cooked, they actually plumped up to a wonderfully yummy thickness that went great with my saice concoction. The seafood, was equally excellent and delicious...especially the big shrimp that were so nice and plump....very fresh! Other than that, the quality of the ingredients is very fresh, the variety of AYCE offerings is huge and quite impressive, the choices of soup bases will satisfy any taste bud.....and all this, when combined with just the right self-concocted dipping sauce(s) mixture, will most definitely give one absolutely hot, fresh, and delicious tummy-filling meal. Furthermore, the service is excellent and we really enjoyed being attended to by our server....can't remember her name now, but she was just the sweetest, most helpful, and attentive server...however, it just so happened that she went on her break in the middle of our meal, and we just felt so lost without her. A very enjoyable experience...would love to come back here again during our next visit during the cooler months. read more

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From walking in, the restaurant is huge and the servers are quick!!! I loved the range of options!!! But I just don't think I'm a hot pot person! read more

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Still amazing Price went up by $1 Choices of food, sauce, sides is by far the most Service is amazing, always check upon whether the restaurant is packed or not Must come or come back read more

I took a break from Shabu Zone for a couple of years and gave it another try recently. I don't remember it being this good! I think their sauce bar has improved a lot. I'm big on sauce so I'm happy to see so many garlicky and spicy options. I'm a bit sad they got rid of their Korean noodles as those were my favorite, but the ramen noodles make a fine substitute. My favorite meat cuts are 5, 6, and 11. They're very thinly sliced so I order a lot at a time. My favorite broths are either miso for something light or tom yum for more of a flavorful kick. The lunch deal is too good to pass up! Their buffet of raw ingredients is diverse enough for someone to find something they like. I always get watercress and enoki mushrooms. The ice cream bar is also a nice way to end the meal. I'm a fan again! read more

Shabu Zone - Hot Pot Near Me - Houston, Texas

You can't go wrong with Shabu Zone if you're craving hotpot in Bellaire! Classy interior, plentiful seating, great service, and endless food options for all taste palates; I especially love their various Wagyu options on the menu. My go-to is the Tom Yum broth, which does an amazing job of coating the protein and vegetables in flavor without needing dipping sauce. However, I love my sauces, so that's always a cherry on top. Each person also gets their own pot, which is also convenient. One thing I should note is that their lunch hours only allow you to order meat #5 to #11, while their dinner options allow you to order meat #1 to #11. I admit, it's my fault for not reading the small, fine print at the bottom of the menu, but I would have appreciated it if the waiter(s) had told me that I was ordering meat from the dinner section during lunch hours, because when my family got the bill, we were charged for dinner prices, which went from $24 per person to a whooping $34. I felt that this was something I couldn't argue with the waiters about, since I had ordered meat from the dinner menu. However, as suggested earlier, a heads-up before making a grave financial mistake would have been great... This incident was not enough to deter me from indulging in Shabu Zone, but I think it's worth pointing out before someone else makes the same mistake I did. read more

Houston hot pot staple! I come here often and the service and quality is good. It does get busy on the weekends so come early or be prepared for a wait. Wide variety of meats, produce, and seafood. They have pre-made sauces that are yummy or a nice sauce bar selection. The buffet part can be congested at times so the weekdays are usually better. They also have ice cream and fruit for dessert! read more

Shabu Zone - Beef - Hot Pot Near Me - Houston, Texas

Whenever my family and I are craving hot pot, we love going to Shabu Zone. Each time I've been, I've had to wait before getting seated. If you have a party of more than four people, be prepared to wait at least 30 minutes, especially during busy hours. The establishment is very spacious and clean. The service is wonderful. The staff is kind and attentive, and they are very quick with the meat and broth refills. One thing I love most about Shabu Zone is that they offer an extensive variety of meat, seafood, vegetables, and hot pot ingredients. They also have sauce bars, a hot food station, and a dessert station. All of their meats are fresh and thinly sliced. I highly recommend ordering #2, #4, #5, #6 and #11! read more

Solid AYCE shabu!! They have so many toppings, quality meat options, and great service. There's usually always a good amount of people, especially during the weekends and holidays. I would say this is one of the best AYCE shabu spots! read more

Shabu Zone - Yum - Hot Pot Near Me - Houston, Texas

When I am craving AYCE hotpot, Shabu Zone is one of the options we immediately think of. I went on Monday 10/11/2025 at 8pm, and I don't know why... but that day... it was very very good. I would almost say.... IMMACULATE. The broth is what sets it apart. To be fair, we always get tom yum, but it was EXTRA tom yummy. Extra seasoned. So so good. I personally really enjoy the cuts of meats they have here. I always order the 5, 6 and 11. They have the best selection of veggies and seafood. I think it would be even better in the had konjac noodles in the lineup like how Mikiya does. Maybe it was a good day when I went, but I am writing this review because the broth was just too good on Monday not to write about haha. read more

The best I mean BEST hotpot I'd been to in Houston. The meat is fresh, they have a lot of hotpot ingredients, and amazing staff! Love the interior in the place! Would definitely come again next time I go to Houston! 10/10 read more

Pretty standard AYCE hot pot options for both lunch and dinner. We stopped by today with a group of 10 and seated immediately. There were plenty of tables, but it looks like it can get busy fast. Each person chooses a broth for your personal hot pot. You order the meat (beef, chicken, pork) with the server, otherwise the vegetables, tofu, seafood (shrimp, fish balls, calamari/squid, frozen oysters) and noodles (ramen, udon, other noodles) are self serve. There's also two sauce stations where you can create your own. There is a small dessert station that has self serve fruit, ice cream and a fruit salad of sorts. read more

Another great hot pot place in Houston! The broths are pretty good and meat and seafood options galore. This place is my parents favorite and we come here every Mother's Day or birthday for my mom. She loves it and the service is always very prompt! read more

- Individual pots (yay!) - Bland broths - Amazing sauce bar - Large selection of ingredients - Solid meats - Decent pricing - Quick and attentive service - Spacious and plenty of seating, but will be a wait to get a table on weekend evenings - Plays the same 5 YouTube Christmas remix songs on repeat. Please for the sanity of the customers and especially the workers, change up the music. read more

Shabu Zone - Prices - Hot Pot Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've been going to Shabu Zone for years ever since they opened. This is one of my favorite AYCE hot pot places around town. The service is always good, and the restaurant is spacious and clean. It can take a while during weekend dinner rush, but it's definitely worth the wait. They also have reservations available. You each get your own mini hot pot with a broth of your choice. There is a huge selection of meats, buffet items, sauces, side dishes, desserts, and drinks, and the broths are always good. My favorite broths are the Sukiyaki, Spicy Original, and Tonkotsu, and my favorite cuts of meats are the #1 Certified Akaushi Wagyu Chuck Tender, the #5 Akaushi Wagyu Prime Chuck Eye, the #6 Shabu Zone Special Prime Rib, and the #11 Akaushi Wagyu Beef Belly. Everything is always delicious and flavorful. You definitely won't be disappointed. read more

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Still our go to place for special occasions like Father's Day. Tonkatsu and wagyu meat all the way. read more

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Cold winter weather commands for a warming meal like hotpot. A good hotpot meal in my opinion, consists of a flavorful soup base (my top priority), fresh ingredients, and the variety of ingredients. Shabu Zone checks all these boxes. There are 8 different soup bases to choose from, 11 different cuts of meat, huge selection of vegetables, a good number of seafood choices, and a small dessert area but with 7 different flavors of ice cream. There is also a sauce area! I got sukiyaki, which was yum. They had sweet potato filling rice cakes and cheese filling rice cakes, which I both loved. I had a filled meal. The restaurant is bright and inviting. Staff is always around to help. This meal at Shabu Zone definitely won't be my last visit. read more

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Hands down best ayce hotpot in houston. Tom yum soup along with the sauce bar is legit!

I love Shabu Zone. I come here to eat shabu and watch k-pop music videos. The service here is better than all the AYCE spots. read more

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It's been a long time since I came here! Man, I love coming to this place!! If you are a vegetarian you have a good discount on buffet! Great variety of veggies and noodles are available! Great service and fun vibe as well as delicious foods are promised with your choice since you pick what you like Enjoy read more

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I went twice in 2 days, Friday lunch and Saturday supper. We waited 15 minutes for a table on Friday lunch but there was no wait on Saturday dinner (but it was July 4th weekend so YMMV). For my budget, the price expensive, but a nice treat for a celebration or vacation. All the food was delicious. I liked everything I ate. My niece and sister each disliked only one food item out of the many they selected. The number of liquid cooking bases, vegetables, proteins, flavor sauces, and sides were more than enough. My companions and I grabbed multiple plates each to collect food at the bar and none of the plates were dirty. The k-pop background music was played at a low volume so it did not interfere with conversation. Despite the number of people, the din of conversation is not too loud. A few of the labels are confusing and we couldn't tell what a couple of the items were (an item placed among the different kinds of mushrooms without a clear label turned out to be seaweed). When the wait staff put the various meat slices on the table, they were not identified and the waiter wasn't entirely sure which meat was which. Also, the lines for seafood and dessert required a wait. Overall, a delicious meal with only minor issues to deal with. read more

One of the best value for dollar all you can eat restaurants I've ever been too and this place screams "High Quality, Freshness". For $35+ and full access to the entire menu from all sorts of vegetables such as taro root, shiitake mushrooms, all the greens you can think of, baby corn baby baby baby. The sauce bar, garlic, soy, heat, spice, make your own. The seafood is incredible, fresh oysters, shrimp, fish fillets, baby scallops, full baby octopus, etc.. yeah some of it is frozen and thawed out but when you add it to your own custom hotpot you get when you sit, it's amazing. Choose from 5 different types of soups, our server allows me to try all 5 from Tom kha, miso, but my favorite was the shoyu broth. The star is the show is the unlimited beef, when you look at the menu, all of it is available to try. Fresh waygu, lamb, pork belly. On the table, you will see korean dishes such as korean kalbi, bulgogi, etc.. I say try those as you go to blend the salty overall meal with a sugar sweet meat. Then add some crisp vegetables to freshen your taste buds when you go for round 6, 7, 20! Must try read more

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I cannot stress enough how amazing shabu zone is and I keep pleading to the owners to open a branch in Austin. We have hotpot here, but nothing of this quality! My review is going to be comparing to hotpot places in Austin because I always go to Shabu Zone when i visit Houston. So first, the meats are never frozen and the quality is just amazing. Second the service is fast, they will always pick up dirty dishes and ask what more meats you want. Third the place is big and spacious so you don't feel crowded at all. What makes me love this place even more compared to other places is you get your own broth, so everyone doesn't have to share the same flavored pot! I have been going here since 2019 even during pandemic where they were great with the separation. I always make sure i stop by here every single time I go to houston because it is that amazing! read more

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This spot has grown on me a lot! I really enjoy their Tom Yum broth and the variety of options they have at the buffet. You order the meat through servers, and the service is actually really fast. Really clean spot with music playing & filled with families. read more

We had frequented Shabu Zone several times over the last few years and had never had any issues. This time, however, made me pretty upset and this review is specifically for this one encounter. Our physical dining experience tonight was normal - food was good, service was quick and efficient, and our waiter was great. The issue was at the end of our meal. I was waiting at our table with my boyfriend and my mom while my brother was in line waiting for ice cream when a random waitress hastily came over to us and physically rushed us out the door. She said there was "a crazy long wait" and told us to move to another table so that they could clear up our table. I asked what table we were supposed to move to if all the tables were being used/going to be used for incoming customers and she just said "just pick any other table", didn't offer any other explanation, and just hovered until we agreed to move. That didn't make any sense to me because what would be the point of moving tables especially if there are no tables that DON'T have the hotpot stoves but we were like okay sure. She even went through the trouble of getting my brother a to-go cup for ice cream, physically cut the long line herself and scooped his ice cream for him, and then basically shooed us away. On our way out though, there was literally not a single soul waiting in the lobby, no other customers hanging around the front, and the hostesses were just talking to each other and didn't look stressed. I also overheard that specific waitress telling another employee about us and telling him what she did to get us out. She did not do this with any other table and I know for a fact other tables around us were able to leisurely hang at their table after getting dessert without being told to leave. It was 10:15 pm at this point so there was still another 45 minutes before the restaurant closed and we had only been dining in for 1.5 hours (did not reach the 2 hr dine-in max) so I don't know what the deal was with her lying about the wait and practically kicking us out. We were kind to our waiter and respectful of our space so the way that ended left an extremely bad taste in my mouth. Because of that, it ruined the rest of the dinner experience for me. I was so flustered by this that I didn't approach her on the way out to confront her about the fact that there was NO wait but I would like to know what the reasoning for the abrasive dismissal and lying was for... read more

This is my favorite hotpot place and the staff is amazing food is so good meat is all fresh and they're always restocking

I think this is a great option for hotpot. Fast service. Big space with lots of tables. Not crowded. Broths are good and it's easy to get other sides. read more

I've tried the tonkotsu broth and spicy broth, and while the tonkotsu was fine, I would not reorder the spicy broth because it was lacking in flavor. During lunch, you can order from #5-11 on the meat menu, which is a pretty good deal! The meat itself was good, although the lamb is tougher than at other hot pot places like Happy Lamb or Liuyishou. I would order the beef here instead. read more

Shabu Zone - #2 Spicy broth lacks flavor, meats are good, love the options at the self-serve area and the ice cream is always a hit - Hot Pot Near Me - Houston, Texas

Spacious and clean interior. I ordered the house broth, which I really enjoyed for a neutral and subtle flavor; when I drank the broth by itself it wasn't too salty which I liked. The sauce bar was interestingly spaced out with some sauces next to the banchan and then some at the end of the buffet bar, and the cilantro/green onion/jalapenos were with the buffet items instead of near the sauces. Minus one star because they didn't have some sauce options that I'm used to seeing at other hotpot places, and they didn't have quail eggs which I love. Otherwise, the meats seemed to be good quality, and I enjoyed the ice cream options for dessert! Bonus points for allowing reservations and service was attentive read more

Honestly, my go to option in Chinatown all the time because of their amazing service and huge variety of foods. Many servers walking around every minute and are attentive to any soup, drink, and meats refill! My favorite meats are #1,2,3,6,10; they are good mix of marbling and lean meats. Love their seafood and veggie options, and ice cream bar. It gets crowded on weekend dinner so there's always a wait, but with how fast service everything is here you will get seated soon. Overall, a good vibe hot pot place with plenty seats. Nice decor inside too. read more

Shabu Zone - Hot Pot Near Me - Houston, Texas

It was a cold night and perfect time for hotpot. Shabu zone is our go to place. There is usually a short wait during cold nights as a lot of people have the same idea. Once seated, you have a choice of soup. If you are not familiar with Hotpot, you grab raw ingredients from the bar located in the middle of the restaurant (vegetables, seafood, noodles) and you dunk the raw food into the hotpot. What soup you choose is a matter of preference, for me, I always go for the Tonkatsu (#4) which is pork broth and is very tasty. We went to the buffet bar and grab our first plate consisting of vegetables ( spinach, watercress, mushrooms, fish ball, tofu skin, meat ball, corn and others). We also grab a second plate consisting of seafood from the bar as well... shrimp, scallop, mussels, clams, squid, fish and oysters. Once the soup starts to boil, we start putting seafood first then vegetables although don't think there is any real order so you can do whatever you like. They also have some sauces you can combine. I usually get the flaming ponzu that's also mixed with a number of ingredients... in addition, i add more garlic and spring onions. Yum! You use dunk the cooked meat, vegetable or seafood and enjoy. Oh yeah, don't want to forget them best part. They have 11 different meats and meat cuts to choose from. Place the order with your server and they will bring it to the table. Best cuts, IMO, are 1, 2, 3, 5 and 11. Go ahead and experiment and enjoy! Whenever meat is running low, you can order a new set of meats. There is ice cream and fruits on the side. Flavors include red bean, green team, vanilla, strawberry, chocolate and sometimes, mango. Restaurant is nice and bright. You can ask for refills, napkins or more soup or meat from any server. Think they pool the tips. read more

Let this be a testament that the food was amazing, because i don't have a single picture! I was with amazing people so we all got distracted and forgot to take pictures of the place, the food, almost everything! This place was recommended by someone at a different restaurant and let me tell you we were so pleased with everything. And I do mean everything! The place is clean, inviting, the tables were great, the staff omg the staff, everyone was so friendly and helpful! Everyone walking by was quick to help clean up, to ask if we needed anything else, very much on top of the refills. We were there to celebrate a birthday and they even played a happy birthday song, provided plates for cake and gave a complimentary bottle of champagne to toast!!! I ordered the #6 broth with ribeye and prime rib meats, now ordinarily I have to doctor up my broth with all of the sauces, but honestly I only added a bit of soy sauce and only because I tend to like my broth a little salty so my carrots and broccoli can absorb the flavor. They had everything I like from the shrimp, muscles, scallops, corn, broccoli, mushrooms, carrots and they even had jalapeño slices which I hadn't seen before! I also prefer a thin noodle over the thick ones and they has seaweed noodles! I didn't even bother taking a picture after the meal because for the first time ever I actually finished my broth! Again I didn't have to do a thing to it! Lovely flavor profile had just enough of everything! This will definitely be added to our usual spots, now like most hotspots it is a bit pricey but definitely well worth it! You can always try it during the week as they do have lunch specials! Oh the rice wine Sparkling Korean Rice wine in the grapefruit flavor was also surprisingly tasty! In conclusion, sorry I can't provide you with pictures of all of the food options! I'm usually better about this, but seriously give them a try you will not be disappointed! We also got seated very quickly! Keep in mind they do have a 2 hour table policy so try and get your party together before anyone is seated and they do have a fee for any food ordered in excess, which I mean I'm not mad about, keeps them from wasting a lot of food and honestly as a whole we need to work on not being so wasteful! read more

Shabu Zone - Hot Pot Near Me - Houston, Texas

Nut allergy friendly. They say to mention it to your waiter but I haven't had to. Most of the nuts are on the sauce bar in the corner - the main one on the island is pretty nut free. The sauce I make is very simple - spicy ponzu, chili powder, green chili, sweet garlic, and some green onion. If you like hot pot but hate sharing a pot between six people, shabu-shabu is a must try. It's hot pot, but everyone gets their own pot and hence their own choice of broth. Shabu Zone's broths are a little bland. I got the Spicy #2 and it was not spicy at all. This is easily remedied by following their suggestion of cooking your seafood first, which does add richness to the broth. A common complaint of hot pot is that all of the meats blend together. This is only true if you overcook your meat. Thin slices of beef take seconds to cook. If you leave it in the broth, then yes, you're getting overcooked, bland, stringy meat. #1 and #4 meats were very flavorful. I will say, two of the waiters had no idea which meat was which either, but they were able to bring us more on sight alone which I thought was hilarious. The seafood bar is not the freshest but it is adequate. Plenty of hot pot style vegetables, like four types of mushrooms. The service is lightning fast. Meat comes out in less than five minutes, and waiters are clearing plates every few minutes too. Impressive considering the restaurant was totally full with a 15 minute wait when I went on a Friday at 7PM. Overall, a great time to enjoy hot pot at the reasonable price of about $40/pp after tax and tip. They give a free bottle of champagne for your birthday, too! read more

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Love this place! I've been twice with friends. I love the range of options on they have on the sauce bar and with the toppings bar. It's very large inside and incredibly clean and well stocked self service areas. It's a great price with plently of parking, just make sure you show up with the majority of your party or they won't seat you until everyone arrives. read more

Shabu Zone - Lunch with friends - Hot Pot Near Me - Houston, Texas

Shabu zone is an all you can eat hot pot where it is brightly lit, clean and offers an enormous variety of vegetables, different noodles and sauces. I was particularly impressed by the bunched algae/ seaweed, different types of hand, pulled noodles in addition to the standard rice Vermicelli as well as different types of mushrooms. As a first time or here, I was willing to give hot pot. Another try since I was inundated by hot pot Thailand, as a child with little control over the toppings, and it seemed that sukiyaki was the only choice for my family lol. Tonight, I joined three of my, coolest friends on Galentine's and was not disappointed. I opted for Tom Yum soup and loaded up on exotic noodles, seaweed and mushrooms. My table opted for beef belly, prime rib, and they were tender and delicious. The sauces I went with were fish sauce and Sriracha. Oh yeah! Always a Thai girl at heart. I was craving something cold and sweet to drink so I opted for the strawberry Fanta and it was perfect. For dessert, I stood in an extremely long line for the coconut milk / jelly/ fruit, and a small scoop of Matcha green tea and chocolate ice cream. They were fabulous. For dinner all you can eat of $32.99, I definitely will return it a highly recommend! read more

Shabu Zone - Galentine's dinner! - Hot Pot Near Me - Houston, Texas

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