Very pleasant experience. Went on a Friday around 6:30 PM. When you walk in, the first thing you see is a waitlist where you write down your name and number. The young woman working immediately acknowledged us before we even finished writing our info down and asked how many were in our party. We said two, and she told us to go ahead and start building our bowls. The concept is pretty cool and very straightforward. You grab a bowl and tongs, then walk through the different sections choosing your ingredients. They had a good variety of veggies, noodles, meats, seafood, tofu, etc. Pricing is by weight at $15.99/lb. Once you finish building your bowl, you head to the cashier where they weigh it and you choose your broth and spice level. The broth selection was surprisingly huge, around 15 options if I remember correctly. I got the Tom Yum broth mild spice, and my girlfriend got the Organic Miso mild spice. We also added jasmine green tea and white rice for $1.99 each. After ordering, they give you a table number and you can head over to the self-serve sauce station while your food is being prepared. The sauce bar had ponzu, sesame oil, soy sauce, sriracha, Tabasco, scallions, cilantro, red onion, satay sauce, shallots, minced garlic, chili powder, chili oil, and more. The soups came out quickly and were served over a live flame at the table, which was a nice touch. Both broths were excellent. Even at mild spice, there was still a pleasant kick. The broth itself had good body and flavor and didn't taste watery at all. Service was also great. The server checked on us consistently, kept drinks refilled, and was attentive without hovering. The restaurant itself is pretty small, maybe around 8 tables, but it felt cozy rather than cramped. Nice interior, comfortable temperature, clean setup, and the vibe was relaxing. They were playing bossa nova versions of 2000s and modern hits which honestly fit the atmosphere perfectly. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. Great value, fun experience, and genuinely good hot pot. read more

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If you are looking for a great hotpot spot in the Diamond Bar and Walnut area, you should visit Solo Hot Pot. It is located right off the 60 and 57 freeways. It is in a strip mall, so there is always -plenty of parking.The inside is clean, cozy, and very relaxing. The food is delicious and the prices are very fair. They have a big selection of fresh items to pick from. Make sure to add the meatballs to your soup-they taste amazing with the broth! The staff is also very friendly and takes great care of you. You will really enjoy a meal here. Drive over and try it right now! read more

Solo Hot Pot - Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

I really wanted to try this place since I go to the local bowling alley quite often! $15.99/lb, pay after you finish eating. The set up was super convenient! Everything was tasty and the setup was really efficient. My only complaint is that the vermicelli noodles are all the way at the end of the line, which was a bit inconvenient. I got the miso base and my friend got the mala spicy--both were great. Overall, chill vibes and a solid spot! read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

First time trying Solo Hot Pot. The broths were flavorful and the selection of ingredients were well balanced. read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

I like how for their malatang soup base you can adjust the spiciness. The broth itself is very flavorful to a point where you dont even need to dip your food in other sauces. I wish they had a bit more selection for meat. But other than that it was good. You can add a homemade lemonade for $1.49 which was pretty good as well. Definitely will be back read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Rebecca was our waiter and she was very sweet. The Malatang style is really good! I think sukiyaki broth was a bit too sweet than when I got it before. Overall definitely will come again! read more

Solo Hot Pot - Sukiyaki broth and jasmine green tea and lemon yuzu tea - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Solo Hot Pot is a small hidden hot pot place located in Diamond Bar. In the same plaza as the local bowling alley of Oak Tree Lanes. Plenty of parking and this place makes some delicious deep-fried chicken wings with tasty hot pots! This is pretty much a customized hotpot that they say does not contain msg! I love love the tomato broth and you can pick one protein, six varieties of vegetables, and also a carb. Service was good and this place actually tastes good. read more

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This place serves some delicious hot pot. Many flavors and all very flavorful. Great service fast and efficient. The cashier at entrance seemed to be handling it all and honestly he was on it. If you are near by Ang are craving some yummy hot pot check this place out. read more

Came here once on a solo date and absolutely fell in love! I went back on another solo date and just as good as the first time. They charge by weight and you pay at the end. The self serve station begins as soon as you walk in and you work your way up through the selections to the register. It's a small little hole in the wall spot next to the bowling alley, most definitely worth trying! Plus, they're open late which is a plus when craving hot pot late at night like me! read more

Solo Hot Pot - Tom Yum Hot Pot 冬阴功锅 - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

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Location: Diamond Bar Blvd, inside a quiet strip mall plaza (plenty of parking). South of Temple Ave and North of the 60 freeway off of diamond bar blvd exit. Seating: Around 8-9 tables, good for small groups or solo diners. ‍ Service: Only one staff member working when I went, but she was friendly and attentive. Hotpot Style: a little different from the other solo pot restaurant. Each person gets their own pot. You choose your meats & ingredients, then cook them yourself--no overcooked food, no broth boiling over. I liked this style a lot. Overall: Chill weekday vibe, quiet atmosphere ( not sure if its a slow time or the area is naturally quiet) , and a solid 3.5-4 experience. Great spot if you enjoy solo hotpot without the rush. read more

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My new favorite hot pot spot! I've been here 3 times already and every visit has been consistently amazing. What sets Solo Hot Pot apart is the customization and clean, flavorful broths that don't leave you feeling heavy or overly thirsty. I genuinely appreciate that the soup tastes rich and satisfying without that MSG aftertaste. The ingredient quality is top-notch--everything feels fresh, and I love how thoughtfully they prep the veggies. Like the pumpkin slices: most places leave the tough skin on, but here they remove it so every bite is tender and delicious. That kind of attention to detail really shows. The tomato soup is my go-to--comforting and packed with flavor. I've also tried the tom yum and was shocked by how much it tasted like the real deal from a Thai restaurant. Super bold and tangy, in the best way. Their fried chicken and fried oysters are on point and come out nice and hot! If you love hot pot but want a healthier, fully customizable option, Solo Hot Pot is absolutely worth checking out! read more

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Cute little place with yummy food, and service along with great prices. Had the miso soup and the 1.49 lemonade that was not too sweet. Recommend either solo or with a crowd as this place is laid back with delicious food to boot. read more

Solo Hot Pot - Miso broth is yummy with shrimp and vegetables. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Came here right before our bowling rsvp. We were gonna go to another restaurant, but they kept delaying our place, so we no longer wanted to wait anymore. They have a long list of menu of all the broth, ingredients and condiments to make your own Malatang or hot pot. We were a bit overwhelmed, but we just went with it. They didn't tell us that for shared plate they would charge extra until we saw it ourselves on our bill. The food came out pretty fast and already cooked. So it's like boiling point, kind of, but lighter broth flavor. The interior is cute and they have wood divider between tables. read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Food is always delicious. Fair warning, their medium spice level is very very spicy. Mild is similar to medium at most other Asian restaurants. As of 2026, they changed to a self serve, by weight concept. For the same price, You definitely get less food now. read more

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Met my friend here for dinner around 8pm on a Friday. When we got there we got on the waitlist but it didn't look busy, there were at least 6 tables I saw open and no other ppl waiting so it was a little confusing. I'm guessing they were understaffed or didn't have enough ppl working to manage the tables there. It took us about 20 min to get seated so not ideal given the open tables. I like the format of the menu and the options and generally really affordable if you go for the most basic options. It starts at $13.99 for 1 protein + 6 ingredients + 1 starch + 2 condiments. However almost every item that I like cost extra. The sukiyaki broth was an extra $5, items like tofu skin shrimp, spam, tripe and bean curd were like an extra $2-$3 each. And they even upcharge for udon and ramen. I stuck with the most of the basics with the top blade and dashi broth but it can start to add up and you could easily end up spending $30 which is getting close to AYCE prices. Service was also not super attentive and we did not really get refills on water. The interior was clean and generally inviting. I would only come back if I wanted something super simple because the starting price point is really good considering, I just wish they didn't up charge so much for so many little things. $5 extra seems a little steep for a different broth base. The quality was decent and the vegetables were fresh. read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

The food was absolutely phenomenal. The service amazing. The price outstanding. The portions incredible. I wish I had found this place sooner, but thanks to Yelp for suggesting Solo Pot in my almost doom scrolling for something for dinner. It was so worth it. Absolutely delicious and so filling, and such a unique dining experience! We will absolutely be coming back to try the other broth option/varieties!! Love the checklist menu ordering! read more

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Ambient quiet Service great Food so so, not impressed. The pot is not deep enough so hard to fit in all the food. read more

Solo Hot Pot - Kimchi Hot Pot 韩式泡菜锅 - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

I came to try this place for the first time with my boyfriend and was initially excited to see on their website that none of their soups contain MSG. The atmosphere was pleasant, and our server was polite and checked in with us throughout the meal. I ordered the tomato soup base, and my boyfriend got the Japanese curry base. Both tasted good, and we appreciated the ability to adjust the spice level when ordering. However, the pricing felt misleading. The menu lists $13.99 for a set that includes 1 protein, 6 ingredients, 1 starch, and 2 condiments, with an additional charge of $2.99-$4.99 for the soup base. At first glance, it seems like a decent deal for hot pot. Unfortunately, many basic items came with extra charges -- including popular ingredients like spam, rice cake, and bean curd, and many more. Even choosing noodles over rice incurred an extra fee. The sauce is served in a small tray, and I finished it in just a couple of bites -- only to find out there's an extra charge for a refill. As for the protein, we chose the "USDA Prime beef," but it was a letdown. The meat seemed old, was difficult to chew, and mostly fat. I tried to finish it but couldn't. Overall, I appreciated the ambiance, the no-MSG soups, and the friendly service. But I wouldn't return due to the excessive upcharges and disappointing meat quality -- especially since the soup and protein are the heart of any hot pot experience. read more

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Located in the same plaza as Oak Tree Lanes bowling; What a nice hole in the wall spot for quite literally, a Solo Hot Pot date! The service was quick, and I appreciate that they only checked on my table for water and condiment refills; I also like the dividers between tables, as it adds to the solo dining experience. I ordered the classic dashi soup base, the $13.99 combo: You get 1 protein, 6 ingredients, 1 starch, and 2 condiments. The portion size on paper sounds "small" but it was definitely the perfect proportions for me! I was able to eat everything, leaving almost stuffed. read more

Solo Hot Pot - $13.99 Combo: 1 Protein, 6 Ingredients, 1 Starch, and 2 condiments - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Tried this place with my friends for the 1st time on a rainy day which was perfect for hot pot. I'm sorry but the broth is too bland for me they don't have any sauces with flavor or spice. I'm all about the sauce and spices for my hot pot. Especially if it's bland already. Service is great though. read more

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5 stars every single time I go to Solo Hotpot all the time and it's easily one of my favorite spots. I've been coming here since before they switched to self-serve, and honestly, I love it even more now. Being able to customize everything just makes the experience so much better. The tom yum soup is my absolute go-to -- it's so flavorful and hits every time. The food overall is always fresh, delicious, and super satisfying. On top of that, the prices are really reasonable for the quality and portion you get. I also LOVE their sauce bar -- it's so fun being able to mix your own sauces and everything tastes amazing. The service is amazing too, which just makes the whole experience even better. I'm always bringing friends and family here because I love the ambience and the vibe just as much as the food. If you're thinking about trying it, definitely go -- you won't regret it! read more

Solo Hot Pot was just what I needed after a long day! I went later at night and so it was not too busy, and service was straight forward! They have a slip of paper to pick and choose a customized hot pot! The shop was clean and nice! read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Went here before with my mom and me and her loved the small hot pot we shared since she doesn't eat a lot. Second time I went here and it was just me so I order a small udon soup to it and if was delicious I also order fried oysters which was really tasty. Can't wait to come again! read more

Solo Hot Pot - Udon - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

First time here and will sure be back! Service was very friendly and fast. Food was also very good. Their selection of meat and veggies are limited but they have a wide selection of broth flavors. There are only about 7 tables so prepare to wait. read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

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Came for lunch on a random Thursday and was pleasantly suprised by every aspect. Food - the broth was so falvorful! The meat and vegetables are served on the side so it's up to you to cook. I kinda wish it was all dumped into the pot already since the pot itself is so small (similar size to bp) Timing - they kinda slow. The food took awhile to come out and then it takes awhile to cook so lunch took longer than anticipated. Overall decor - so cute. Love all the camping decor. read more

We decided to check out this spot since it's nearby, and we went for lunch around 12 PM on a Monday. There was no wait, which was a nice surprise! I got the Tom Yum, while my husband went for the Organic Miso. The broth was light and clean, the kind you'd make at home, which I really enjoyed. I appreciate the customization options, though keep in mind it can add up quickly if you choose certain add-ons ($2-$3 each). The service was excellent--the server greeted us immediately and kept checking on us throughout our meal. The food was overall great, and the fried squid legs were perfectly light and crunchy. The satay and house chili crisp weren't spicy enough for me, though the chili crisp did have a kick for my husband. They don't allow you to use your own chili oil since they do charge for sauces, which I understand, but I just wish I could've made it extra spicy. Parking is plentiful in the lot, and the decor is cute and cozy. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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My mom has brought me here 4 times over the holiday break alone and it has never disappointed! Quality hot pot for single pringles that doesn't break the bank. Starch, protein, various hotpot ingredients, and condiments all included (some with an upcharge, but even their free options are great). Huge fan of their fresh beef and lamb offered as proteins. Also some solid appetizers as well (squid & fries were nice and crisp). The owners are very sweet with the wife working the front and making sure you have everything for a great meal while the husband takes care of the kitchen making delicious food A very simple atmosphere with cute wall decorations and Asian pop music playing. Always nice to have new options in Diamond Bar and one I would strongly recommend on a cold day. read more

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I found this hot pot place on Yelp and it's like a hidden gem in Diamond Bar. We felt a little skeptical of the location because it's located in an old plaza next to the bowling "Oak Tree Lanes" and it was so quiet on the weekend. It's so cozy inside. They have curtains as dividers for privacy in between tables. When we entered the hot pot place, it was pretty empty inside. The server was very friendly and helpful and asked us if it was our first time. I like their idea for creating your solo hot pot. Step 1: you need to choose your soup base, we picked yellow curry, kimchi, and classic dashi. (note: only Dashi with $0 charge, other soup base charge additional $2.99-$4.99) Our yellow curry and kimchi both charge $3.99 each additional. Step 2: you choose your spicy level Step 3: Choose a combo 1 Protein + 6 Ingredients + 1 Starch + 2 Condiments +$13.99 or 1 Protein + 9 Ingredients + 1 Starch + 2 Condiments +$15.99 lastly, choose your protein, ingredients, a starch and condiments. We all chose Angus beef as our protein and the Angus beef was cut into thin slices. I liked my yellow curry soup base and it was not spicy. The kimchi one was a little spicy. Dashi soup base was less flavorful but some people may like it. For the ingredients, I liked tempura fish cake, HonShimeji Mushroom, rice cake, imitation crab meat, and stuffed Eel Fish Ball, etc. The rice was soft and the instant ramen was also yummy for the hotpot. Service was excellent- she was very polite, helpful, and attentive. Price- it was very reasonable and good price in the area for hotpot We will go back there again soon! read more

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Jay gave amazing and quick service! Takeout time was immediate and very convenient. They changed to a malatang format recently so you can customize your pot to your liking! read more

Another individual hotpot spot in Cali! One pot has a bunch of add on prices. There's only two soups with no add on prices, but most of the foods have add on. Expensive for same thing that you could get else where with better quality food. The food is bought out to frozen and then you have to wait a while for the pot to start cooking. It took about 30 minutes. I should have the food ready. While compared to pot on fire the food is not frozen when it comes out. I guess it's more of a traditional hot pot experience where you kind of grab the food and it's frozen if that's what you prefer. It's was pretty empty here with not that many guest, but it was a cozy nice space to eat and hang out with some friends. The plaza that it's at is pretty dark and not something that would stand out to me, so without Yelp I probably wouldn't have visited. TLDR - food and service is okay, would probably prefer pot on fire read more

Solo Hot Pot - Inside seating - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

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What a quiet hidden gem!!! We drive by several times noticed the restaurant sign. Decided to come here tonight on a cold drizzly night. Only one table of customers. Server explained to us how the ordering works. We filled out our choices on the meat, side dishes items, spicy level, soup base. Food came out quick. I have the miso soup base with mild spicy level, 6 items of stuff and shallot sauce and satay sauce. I appreciate the fact that there's good amount of lamb meat. Everything is so delicious together. Mine came up to be $17. I think with how everything cost at the restaurant, this is not too bad. We would be happy to come back again and bring family and friends. Place is bright and clean. read more

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We both ordered different base options--mine was the kimchi base with noodles and medium spice, and my partner had the Szechuan base with rice and spicy level. We each got two servings of beef. I added the house sauce, which honestly made the meal for me. It brought everything together and gave it a bold, flavorful kick that I really enjoyed. My partner, on the other hand, wasn't as impressed with his sauce, so the meal didn't hit the same for him. If it were just up to him, he'd probably rate it a 3 out of 5. For me, it's a solid 4--almost a 5--except we ended up waiting over an hour (about 75 minutes) for our food, which was a big letdown. We didn't expect that long of a wait, and it definitely took away from the overall experience. That said, our waitress was amazing--so warm, kind, and sweet. She really did her best and kept a great attitude the whole time. The long wait definitely wasn't her fault; the kitchen just seemed backed up. The space itself is very small--clean, but also really quiet, so you can hear everyone's conversations. It didn't feel very intimate or cozy, which might matter depending on the vibe you're going for. read more

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We love hot pot! After a long drive, we found Solo Hot Pot. Luckily we were the last ones in before they ran out of soup on a Thursday night! Service was attentive and friendly. The atmosphere was exceptionally clean. I also enjoyed listening to the soft music playlist ranging from Anita Baker, Luther Vandross, and Khalil Fong. Solo Hot Pot really deserves high marks for the food quality and presentation. The vegetables were very fresh and generously portioned. We ordered miso, tom yum Kung and Japanese curry broths with lamb and beef. We finished everything! The pickiest person in my party didn't leave a drop of the Japanese curry soup! This will become our go to spot whenever we're in the area. If we were local we'd definitely become regulars!! Thank you for the delicious meal, Solo Hot Pot! read more

Solo Hot Pot - Japanese Curry Tom Yum Hot Pot Organic Miso Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Hello ! :-) I have to say this place has recently been one of my favorites to eat at. I've been multiple times these past few weeks as the temp gets hotter, as I always crave hot pot on hot days lol. (I'm glad they have the AC on!) The interior is super clean and maintained which I really appreciate. Ordering is pretty easy, you get a small checklist and check off what you like. The service is welcoming, they check on you and are kind. The food is fresh, tasty, and the dashi soup is PERFECT. I am obsessed with it, as it's flavorful and not too much. :') I brought my parents over to try and my father really loved the dashi as well. I recommend it 1000%. The portion size is also really good and I don't feel shortened on it. ^_^ Please come support them if you see this~ My family and I will be back! read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Wonderful service, the cashier was super nice and the food was great. I came here with friends and it was great. read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Good food and drinks. Wide range of options and the soups were pretty good. I would recommend. read more

Solo Hot Pot - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

I found this on yelp and this definitely is a hidden gem! It's not too crowded on a weekday, I was able to walk in with plenty of tables open (they have maybe 10 tables total), though if they do get crowded looks like they have a yelp waitlist. The ordering is quite a bit different than that of other hotpot places. Everyone at the table is given their own paper menu that they get to select what soup base, meat, carb, side ingredients, and sauce they want. One notable thing about this spot is that the price is very reasonable, for 6 side items, 1 meat, and soup broth, it's only like $13.99 which is quite a bit cheaper than other hotpot places. Taste wise, everything was fresh, especially the meat and the soups were good. There is too many ingredients to choose from but here are some of the notable ones that I enjoyed. Tom Yum Soup - Little bit sour and overall good flavor. (4.5/5) Miso Soup - Waitress told us this was a top pick and I can see why, its delicious. (5/5) USDA Choice Beef - I selected the beef as the meat option and would recommend, it was pretty solid and got like 12-16 pieces, I didn't count but it seemed like a lot. (4.5/5) Sweet Potato Vermicelli - Would recommend this, it's like the noodle they put in japchae. No extra charge and delicious. (5/5) All ingredients I choose were good and you probably won't go wrong with any of them. Also I have to say the spiciest level they have is pretty spicy (was fine for me and they gave me a warning and admittedly it's pretty spicy, like a 9/10 spice). Personally, I believe the 6 ingredient set is enough for a meal, I was pretty full after eating. I would totally be back here to get my hotpot fix. Note - They give free barley tea with yelp check in (unlimited refills) Parking - Plenty in front, they share a big lot with nearby stores. read more

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I come by often while I'm at school at cal poly, and it's definitely my favorite spot to grab dinner with my friends! Every time my boyfriend is in town, we always make sure to come by. The Tom Yum broth is my absolute favorite, and the Sichuan is his favorite. All the food and the service is amazing! Absolutely love this place I hope it's around forever read more

Solo Hot Pot - Sichuan Hot Pot 四川麻辣锅Tom Yum Hot Pot 冬阴功锅 - Asian Fusion Near Me - Diamond Bar, California

Price is great and the quality/portion are definitely on point. I loved that the pumpkin had the peel cut off. The broth was tasty. Service was prompt and friendly. Overall, I have no complaints and will be back during my current work trip. read more

Great local hotspot in DB! Price is decent and you get a good amount of food. The soup bases were delicious and very flavorful. But I found my miso a little on the salty side. Especially after having it cook for a while. I couldn't enjoy the soup since it was a little too much sodium for my liking. Con: they have scallions but it would have to be one of your options for a condiments. Most places would give it to you complimentary. Service was great: we went while it still had some empty tables but quickly filled up and there was a line. The server was by herself. We could tell she was busy but we didn't feel neglected or anything. Clean spot and lots of space! read more