I'm slightly obsessed. Randomly ran into this place in a desperate late night hunt for noodles and since then have been there five times. Every time I'm like "where should I go in downtown" I just get stuck on this place like it's worn a groove in my brain. Like one of RFK's brain worms. It's a little confusing to order but basically you pick a soup, pick a spicy level (burn your face or burn your colon) and then add an absurd amount of toppings. Then they deliver a bowl the size of your head (or my head, I have a big head) and you kind of reconsider your life decisions. I like this over the other hot pot tech because my two greatest weaknesses are cooking and choosing. At least this takes out one of those. High marks to the sour cabbage broth - the slight vinegary tang is actually magic. Brain worm inducing magic. [[HIGHLIGHT]]But don't go here. Because it's small and I want to make sure I have a seat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I was really disappointed with this restaurant. We ordered the $17.99 combo, and while the portion was large, it was mostly cabbage and bean sprouts with very little beef. The beef itself had a strange taste and wasn't enjoyable at all. When I asked for chopped green onions, they told me they had already run out. The food also lacked flavor, so I asked for chili sauce since it is only chili oil with almost no actual chili sauce. When I mentioned it, they said that's just how they make it. It got even more ridiculous. They serve Coke, but when I asked for a cup of ice, they said they didn't have any ice left!!! We also ordered the crispy pork for $8.99, and the portion was surprisingly small for the price. The service wasn't good either. Our bill came to about $44, and I still left a $6 tip even though I wasn't happy with the experience. Instead of thanking us, the server ( a lady) came over and complained that my tip was "just under 15%" and said their restaurant expects a minimum 15% tip and started to give a nasty attitude after! Honestly, after hearing that, I almost wanted to take the tip back. Tips should be earned through good food and good service, not demanded. Overall, this meal was a huge disappointment, and I would not recommend this restaurant. read more

Show Malatang - Lack of flavor - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

- perfect burn your face off spicy (super spicy option) - portions are MASSIVE - soooo happy they have fish balls with roe inside bc those are literally the best toppings for hot pot teehee read more

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never leave reviews but this place was so bomb, super generous portions of meat and attentive kind staff. SOO yummy and very lovely place( also extremely affordable compared to other hotpot and malatang places... better then ygf in my opinion YUMMMM) read more

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Really good malatang, with the portion size reflecting the price well. I tried the Hot and Spicy meal, extra spicy, and it was amazing. Not as spicy as I anticipated, but still flavorful and warming. The server was very quick to bring drinks and food out, as well as keep water glasses filled. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tables are close to each other, but I didn't feel cramped, even with a bag next to my feet.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Show Malatang - Hot And Spicy Soup Free Base Set Meal(No Soup) 香辣麻辣拌套餐(没汤) - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The worst food I've had in a minute to the point I felt queasy afterwards. The food was caked in copious amounts of oil and littered with barely cooked toppings read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]The food, the environment, and the staff were great![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were the last group of people to walk in. They were just about to close but still took care of us. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We ate comfortably here.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The Malatang was a new food experience for me. I do not regret trying. Definitely one of my new favorite food items. I love a genuinely filling soup. Portions were generous to say the least. The flavor of the broth was rich and spicy just how I like it. I left this place super satisfied. No complaints here! read more

Show Malatang - ** side note** do not get double servings if you can't eat. The normal portioning is more than enough** my brother got double! - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I really enjoyed eating here. You pick your broth and then have a large selection of other items to put into your ramen. I highly recommend. The service was pretty fast and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the restaurant seems like it can get pretty busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were lucky we got a spot fairly fast. read more

Show Malatang - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place is so underrated! I can't believe they don't have more reviews. I've come here a couple of times and it never disappoints. The portions are HUGE so you get so much bang for your buck. I always get the picked cabbage set and it's amazing every time. You can customize what meat and noodles comes in the dish which is nice! The food typically comes out pretty quickly as well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a pretty no frills spot that hits every time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area!! read more

It's a very cold night in Boston so great time to try this new mala Tong place. This place is located somewhat underground where you have to go down a set of stairs from the street level. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is fairly well lit and somewhat spacious, but I only accommodates 2 to 4 person tables[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You order by scanning the QR code, but the server brings you water at first with napkins and soup and chopstick set. The menu is fairly straightforward on your phone. They do have that specials combination where they have preset items along with a drink, but I wanted to do my own custom version. Once you complete the order on your phone, it goes to the kitchen and you just wait while you're waiting. You can actually go up to the sauce station and create your own sauce. I only went up to grab a green onion and cilantro, but there is garlic, hot oil, sesame oil, and some other sauces. 4/5 - the beef bone soup was very flavorful. I had selected extra spicy so it really does kick in after a few spoonfuls. I really really liked it since the flavor was actually very complex and the spiciness just adds to the profile. The ingredients I selected were fairly standard eg Lamb slices fried egg sausage Napa cabbage. There wasn't as much wide glass noodles as I thought.The lamb slices weren't gamy but I would've liked a little bit more fat on them. The deep fried egg was OK probably won't get next time. Prices are reasonable based on the selection, so just be careful of the portioning since it does add up. Overall, I really like this place and will come again to try their different other soup bases. read more

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Unlike conventional malatang restaurants, this place is not self-serve but allows you to select ingredients on your phone. As someone who values variety, i ended up selecting a lot of ingredients but it turned out to be too much food and a bit expensive unfortunately read more

Large portions, order through the QR code. You have the option to customize your order or to choose from combos which is great for indecisive orderers like me! Great service and the food comes out quick. read more

Show Malatang - Mala Spicy Soup Free Base(No Soup) (Must) 麻辣麻辣拌(没汤)（必选） - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Good experience. Tofu was indeed stinky, and decent. Got what I asked for. Solid and yummy food. read more

Show Malatang - Hunan Stinky Tofu - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Got the Beef Bone Soup Base (Must) 招牌牛骨汤（必选）with a few ingredients and the size of the bowl surprised me! It was delicious too. It would be a 10/10 if my potato noodles weren't overcooked. read more

Show Malatang - Beef Bone Soup Base (Must) 招牌牛骨汤（必选） - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Finally a malatang place opened up in Chinatown! They have preset bowls you can pick from or you can build your own. I built my own and added a bunch of different things. The only downside is that you don't know how much of each item you're getting. It's price per item compared to price by weight. The lady working there was super nice! My group was a little indecisive and needed a little extra time. We ended up ordering using the QR code on our table. My order was huge when it came. I got medium spicy and it had a kick to it. The fatty beef was so good with the ramen underneath. I also made a sauce at the sauce bar which paired well with the soup. I got some tofu knots that I didn't really like. Otherwise, everything else was good. They had lots of options for veggies, tofu, meats, meatballs, etc. IT was around $20 before tip and tax. read more

Show Malatang - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Truly authentic Chinese food. Makes one realize that there is more to Chinese cuisine than the typical commercial American stuff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place almost has a bit of a "hole-in-the-wall" type of vibe, It is located in Boston's Chinatown and is actually in a downstairs level. It has a smaller space, which gives more of a "home-type" feel to it[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. You basically order via a QR code and customize your toppings via the QR-generated form. The staff and most patrons are Chinese, so it would certainly help to have a grasp of the language. If not, English is still grasped well enough for ordering. I really enjoyed the Beef Bone Broth soup. Word to the wise, their servings are massive, so be prepared. There is also fresh condiments like minced garlic, cilantro, and chili oils that one can add to a dish. Highly recommend giving this place a try! read more

Show Malatang - Beef bone broth soup w/ ramen noodle, carrots, beef slices, and mung bean sprouts. - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

So many toppings to choose from making this the perfect DIY meal. They're known for spicy soup base but the tomato soup is non-spicy. You can add all sorts of meats or veggies for a custom bowl. Or if there's no many options go with one of their set meals. The broth was flavorful and I got plenty of beef. The restaurant is a little small but it was easy to find a seat Their ordering system is a little weird. The entire table ordered through a QR code and I thought I accidentally submitted the order I was working on. Our server explained that everyone can see the bowls that other people ordered. read more

Show Malatang - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

A hidden gem of a spot for a hot warm broth that's sure to cure you of any sick day or just warm you up! Their ingredients are always fresh and their broth has certainly been marinating for long time as it's incredibly flavorful. I always get the extra spicy which is very hot so go with normal spice if you can't tolerate it! Their tomato broth is also fantastic and almost tomato soup-y! Their service is great and very attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]And they're a smaller shop, but it certainly fits the vibe of the place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall - worth a trip and always hits. One of my favorite spots! read more

Show Malatang - Beef Bone Broth Malatang - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Malatang soup was pretty good, we got the preset beef soup medium spicy. They also had a small sauce bar to dip the food in. We were worried the food would take a while cause we saw others sitting down who waited over 30min, but ours came within 10-15min. There are a lot of options to customize your bowl and add a bunch of toppings. Would go again when things run smoother. read more

Show Malatang - Spicy beef bone broth malatabg - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The food was good, but the waitress was very rude. She got very upset that we didn't leave a large enough tip for her, apparently, and stated that because she was handling four tables, we should have tipped more. It is not our fault that the restaurant only had one waiter working. She yanked the iPad away and proceeded to slam it behind the counter! She then just glared at us until we got up and left. Never seen someone that entitled , tipping is optional btw :) Never coming back read more

Ordered this place for takeout and I really enjoyed it! Would definitely order again. The mala pot with fish maw chicken soup base and it was amazing, super affordable and high quality. I got the beef, tripe, seaweed, cilantro, quail egg, and wood ear. The soup is super rich, so I diluted it with some hot water which was perfect. (5/5) The duck gizzards were super spicy, so beware. Duck gizzards are an acquired taste, so if you like them, I'd recommend. It's a bit harder / chewier and way spicier than what I'm used to. Huge portion (3/5). Overall really happy with the quality / price/ quality and will be ordering from here again! read more

Show Malatang - Fish maw chicken soup base pot - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Miss malatang so looked for one and decided to come here. You order by scanning menu on the table instead of the more popular way of people gathering what they want and price by weight but it works. I just wish the menu has more pictures of each ingredient. There are also preset combos but as a malatang connoisseur I have to order myself. The soup base is decent but little spicy is more spicy than other places which is not a problem for myself but just be warned if you can't eat spicy. Service is efficient and they refill water diligently. Place is clean and good enough for a malatang place. It's below street level so look down if you are looking for the place. Overall satisfied with this place. I like the 蟹黄肠 which is imitation crab roe. read more

Show Malatang - My pick your own malatang. I like the imitation crab roe. - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This is my first time having malatang and WOW I loved every bit of it. This dish took my favorite parts of ramen and hot pot and combined it into one. The shop itself is small, cute, and the staff is friendly. For the amount of food that you get is so worth the 15-19 dollars you pay to do a diy dish. The broth was super flavorful and the veggies were fresh. My boyfriend and I have quickly added this into one of our staple restaurants and will 100% be coming back. read more

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I love malatang so I tried this place and it's not bad. Soup could use a deeper flavor. The amount of ingredients they give you is a LOT. If you want a regular serving, just order one noodle type. You can make your own sauce at the bar which definitely added more flavor for me. A/C is great in this heat. I would come again in the fall or winter. read more

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It was honestly just amazing. For late night noodles it was the best option. Really big portions for a good price and very customizable. read more

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I am not a fan of malatang but not really worth the price... I would prefer eating at rice noodles or ramen in Chinatown with similar price and with same amount of food. read more

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Delicious and affordable! Big portion sizes. My partner and I were able to get one bowl and share it. The waitress was warm and friendly. Walked out feeling satisfied. Check out the wanglaoji (herbal tea beverage). read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice little noodle soup place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You order by scanning the QR code on your phone. You can customize your own bowl or pick a preset one. Servings are big. I ordered the mild and it was just right for me, note these spice levels will be on the hotter side than your average ramen store outside of Chinatown. The appetizers were really tasty as well. The woman that works there as the server was very attentive and friendly. read more

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FINALLY a malatang place in the area! I have been hoping and praying for a malatang spot close by and the universe answered my prayers! I got the beef/lamb combo which also comes with a drink for $16. I found that it was a good size portion. The broth was flavorful and came piping hot. I asked for it extra spicy and they definitely delivered. The combo comes with some assorted veggies and tripe as well. I would like to come back and try the create your own malatang option. They give you a menu and then each item you choose adds an additional $2-$3 depending on the item so it can get pretty pricey if you like a lot of variety. I much prefer the system of other malatang places where it's priced per pound and they have the ingredients out on display for you to make a bowl from so that way you can control how much of each item you want so that's the only thing I wish this place offered but other than that the food was great and the combo meal was a good price! read more

So excited to have a Malatang place here in the Chinatown area! They were very accommodating when our party walked in to the nice and cozy inside. We got the meat set with lamb and the seafood set. Both were great! I like how they come with a free soda. There's also a bar with extra topping to add such as sesame paste, chili oil, scallions, etc. The portion size is large and after eating you will be satisfied and ready for a nice nap. I will be a regular customer for sure! Can't wait for the next time! read more

The beef Malayan was very good. It had more ingredients than a few other malatang places I've gone to. Would like the spiciest to be spicier. read more

I got the beef bone broth and it was really good! The flavors are very nice and I highly recommend getting this broth. I was very pleased with the quantity. The service was great! The staff was really nice and immediately catered to us when we entered. I have done takeouts as well since the first time I had food there and I was happy with my orders too since the quality and taste of the food remained! It's a cozy space and really clean! read more

Show Malatang - Seafood Malatang with beef and rice cakes - Chinese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Loveeeee the malatang. Good price, good options, good food, good everything! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Maybe just a bit cramped but overall excellent!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The food is really good and tasty, the service is good as well! Will definitely go back to try every course ! Recommend to everyone who likes spicy soup based recipes. read more

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A hidden gem in Chinatown where you truly get your money's worth. I recommend the set meal for the dry pot over the soup - it's packed with flavor and lets you customize with add-ons to make it exactly how you like. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The food is delicious, and the spot itself has a cozy, tucked-away vibe that adds to the experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Perfect for anyone craving a satisfying, flavorful meal! read more

It's amazing the amount of food especially meat you can get for a fairly affordable price. The spicy bone broth is so good!