Quick hot pot priced by the pound, if you are near or at the Brea Mall. It's a build your own, bar style, choose what type of broth you want, then wait for them to buzz you when it's hot and ready. Sauce counter is also available to make while you wait for your malatang. Don't forget to get your ice cream in the freezer after you deliver your used bowls to the back counter. read more

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I was walking the Brea mall when suddenly an incredible smell hit my nose. When I tell you I followed my nose to find the source, I mean it. I see Tang Bar and I instantly knew I wanted to try it just based off how cute it looked! When I saw the self-serve portion, I was hesitant as I am not a fan of these types of establishments but the smell convinced me to give it a shot. Napa cabbage & lots of different beef cuts including wagyu went into my bowl. A wide variety of mushrooms was definitely another selling point. I loved the options of noodles as well. I got the broth/soup bowl with "just a lil kick" of spice. $14.99/lb and I ended up with 1.94lbs. Ended up being $29.08 before taxes. I sat and waited for my food and to my surprise it was done quickly. The soup had such a delicious smell and I immediately dug in. The spice was just the right amount but definitely spicy that it made my nose run haha but I could not stop eating it. I enjoyed every single bite and the soup was one of the best I've had. Can't wait to go again! read more

Tang Bar - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

A very welcome addition to Brea mall where you get to pick what you want in your soup! Enjoyed the chill ambiance with delish noodles and free desert after the meal. read more

Tang Bar - Vegan soup based noodles - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

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Came here on a Sunday around 4pm. == AMBIANCE == The decorations are super pretty. The little river at the big table in the middle of the restaurant is the reason why I wanted to come here in the first place. There are tables outside the restaurant, both inside the mall and outside the mall. It is across the Red Robins restaurant. == FOOD == Concept is like every other malatang place. You get a bowl from the front along with tongs and gloves. The veggies at the front, then the fish balls/meat balls, next the meat, mushroom and noodles, and finally the drinks. Then you get to the cashier and weigh the bowl. This time, I got some napa cabbage, 1 fish ball, 1 beef ball, 1 beef tendon ball, some beef brisket, and 1 udon. At the register, I opted for the soup version, with chicken broth. The reason why I am giving 2 stars instead of 1 star, is because the food is actually pretty good and very savory. There is also a sauce bar, but I saw onions inside the soy sauce. I only used the sesame sauce, green onions, and garlic. == SERVICE == There is a sign at the weighing machine that says the weight of the bowl (1.02) is not included. However, the scale showed 0.00 before I put the bowl on. After I put the bowl on, it showed 2.07. I was also charged ~$30 for this meal. If the bowl was no included, then my food should've only weighed 1.05. I'm not that good at math here but things aren't adding up. Please free to reach out and correct me if I am wrong. They also did not have spoons when I got my food. I asked the girl if there were any plastic spoons, and she told me no. I waited 20 minutes before I just decided to take my food to go. They also charge you a 10 cents fee for a to-go bag. At least, there's free ice cream next to the area where you return your bowl and tray. read more

So glad we saw this place while walking through Brea mall. We immediately stopped by to see their central mini water feature with fish. When you walk in, you grab all your ingredients, then go to the register to pick your broth/sauce and pay. Eventually you pick up your own tray when they call you up with the buzzer. Our favorite broth is hands down the laksa! It was sold out one time we went at 7 pm. But we finally got to try it when we went to eat at 4:30 pm. Best malatang we've had in a while! read more

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Be prepared for a long wait but the food is delicious. We got into line a little before the restroom and it took around 30-40 min in line. They have little time markers to tell you the estimate wait time from that point but it really depends on the customers and how long they take choosing. The concept is really cool, pick your meat, noodles, and sides and then the soup base. Once you get to the register you get a number and they call you back to pick up. There's a sauce bar too. The interior is pretty with a water like fountain down the middle of one table. The outdoor seating is really nice at night too with the lighting and I honestly prefer to be a little cold when eating hot soup. Overall the wait is long from the line being 30-40 min and then waiting for your food another 30 min. If you're not starving I recommend trying it out if not try to come on a weekday or non busy hour. read more

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Stopped by Tang Bar in Brea for the first time because I've been seeing Malatang all over TikTok and I was already in the area for work. So glad I tried it. I made my own bowl with beef slices, lotus root, tofu skin, and glass noodles and the broth was super flavorful and just the right amount of spicy. Really comforting and delicious. The place is clean, casual, and easy to order. Service was quick and everyone was helpful, especially since it was my first time. It's a great spot if you want something warm and satisfying. With all the recent rainy weather, this hit the spot. I'd definitely recommend it and will be back! read more

Food/Taste: 5/5 Logistics: 3/5 Sauce options: 3/5 Loving all the new malatang places opening around me! Came here for lunch and it was packed! You grab a bowl/tongs when you first get in line and grab all the food you want, weigh it at the end and pick a soup base. I chose "just a kick" which was a sichuan peppercorn flavored base that was light and not too heavy. My husband got the laksa which was a heavier flavored soup but very good. Would be good with noodles! After ordering, you get a beeper, find a table and wait for your food to be ready. Lots of good options for ingredients, from what I remember, they had like 3 cuts of beef, pork lamb and all the regular accompaniments like fish cakes, broccoli, baby corn, Napa cabbage, bok choy, spinach, tofu, you tiao, noodles, etc. The sauce bar is a little lacking. When eating malatang, or hot pot, I expect to see satay sauce but this place did not offer that. Only vinegar, soy sauce, sesame sauce, chili oil, oyster or hoisin sauce (I forgot) and the green onion/garlic/thai chilis. I love vinegar and the spoon for the vinegar is also tiny, it's flat and small so you can only get a few drops of vinegar per spoon. I also understand it's busy but the logistics for handing out food could be a bit more optimized. After we ordered, we waited 15 min for the first bowl to come out (my husband's) and then another 15 min for my bowl to come out. He wanted to wait for my bowl to come out to eat together so by the time my bowl came out, his soup was cold already. I saw some patrons at other tables eat their first bowl first, expecting the other bowl to come out shortly but by the time the second bowl came out, they were already done eating, which is a bummer. Food is delicious but lots of potential to improve as they are still new! read more

How can it happen? You wrote down no onion and cilantro. Then when I opened it, it surprised me! Is that because when cashier checked with me that if you were allergy or just didn't want it, and I replied just no? I knew that Next time I should say allergy, so they can be serious read more

Tang Bar - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

came here for dinner and it wasn't too packed. interior is very cool. they have lots of stations to pick out your meats, veggies, and other sides! although a few of the options were not refilled, but it was close to closing time. i got the just a kick broth and it was perfect. not too spicy, although i could've had it a bit spicier. the broth didn't come out as hot as i wanted it but it was still good! my meat had a metallic look to it though? not sure what it was from. and the meats were pretty tough to chew. at the end you can grab an ice cream bar! staff was nice as well read more

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My wife and I wanted to eat something warm when we were at the Brea Mall for dinner, so we thought we would try out the new place that had opened recently. Tang Bar just hit the spot for us as it has hot soup and all the fresh ingredients you can think of. They charge by the pound ($14.99/lb), so I tried to estimate a pound's worth of food, but I ended up going over just a bit. Anyway, both my wife and I chose the Laksa soup base, and it was really flavorful. My wife really liked it, but I thought it was a little too spicy for my taste. I asked if they could add some soup to dilute it and they quickly added chicken soup, which greatly reduced the spiciness. Service was really really good, and they were very polite. I also like the whole decoration of the inside and outside seating area. Overall, a great experience. Highly recommended! read more

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I think this is my favorite malatang place within the rowland 626 area! They have a lot of options for your bowl, a nice setup and artsy table design for indoor seating, an ice cream fridge for a sweet treat after your meal, and my personal biggest reason: the laksa soup base!! It was soo good and I've never had laksa soup base at a malatang spot, but it made for a scrumptious meal. I accidentally made a $28 bowl for me and my bf and... we devoured it all. Will come again just for the laksa soup base! (: read more

Great place food was really good even though the broth I ordered was extremely spicy and I like spicy foods but this 2 out of 3 spicy rate was way too spicy for me. They do have a few non spicy broths that I will try but all in all what you put in your bowl is what you get. read more

Cannot recommend. I barely half-filled my bowl with veggies and a few pieces of meat, and it cost me $20. I imagine the gluttons that pile their bowl sky high are in for sticker-shock when they get to the register. I don't know if the meat is poor quality, or if they grossly overcooked it, maybe both, but it was like chewing leather. Included in the veggie selection is a large bowl of cilantro, for those who like their food to have that clean, fresh, soap-like taste. I skipped it. At the register I went for the sweet & spicy sauce. You have several "house" sauces to choose from, and broths. You could probably mix & match if you wanted. Any food allergies, the cashier asked me. Nope, I replied. They also have your typical make-your-own sauce bar, with sesame, peanut, chili oil...and more cilantro. I should have known! It's not like I'm a newbie when it comes to Asian cuisine. I SHOULD have known. Guess who got a lovely green layer of cilantro on top of his food? Over-priced. Meat quality is poor and/or they overcook it. They cover your food in cilantro without telling you they're going to do so. "Any food allergies?" No, I don't. But if I make up my bowl of food ON MY OWN and then give it to you to be cooked, and you add a layer of cilantro WITHOUT asking me if I want cilantro... Again, cannot recommend. read more

Soooo good but lowkey cross contamination risk because the tongs were limited and I saw people had to use one tong to pick everything up from meat, seafood, veggies, and noodles. I was extremely careful but you really can't assume everyone is. My stomach is made of steel so it wasn't an issue for me, but for those with sensitive belly's, you may want to be cautious. If any allergies to seafood, just avoid the place entirely. read more

Tang Bar - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

Tang Bar in the Brea Mall is a really fun spot if you like hot pot or want something different from the usual mall food. The setup is simple: grab a bowl, pick your ingredients, weigh it, and choose your broth. They have a huge selection of fresh meats, seafood, tofu, noodles, and veggies, all neatly displayed behind the counter. Everything looks clean and well organized, and the staff is quick to help if you're not sure what something is. Once you've built your bowl, they weigh it and then cook it in the broth you pick. The broths are flavorful and not overly salty, and the portions end up being just right since you control what goes in. I like that it feels lighter and fresher than a traditional restaurant hot pot, but still satisfying. Tang Bar is part of a small chain with a few locations in California and beyond, and they also do delivery through DoorDash. It's nice knowing you can get the same quality at home if you don't want to deal with parking at the mall. Overall, it's a clean, modern spot with great flavors and lots of options. Perfect for lunch, a quick dinner, or something different during a shopping trip. The owner is also very friendly and accommodating. He happened to be there when I went with my family and he checked in often with us to make sure we were satisfied with the food. read more

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I have been wanting to try this place as I pass by it in the mall and I wish I would have tried to eat earlier. This place is so delicious. You add your own items for soup. For example, veggies, protein and noodles. In the end pick ur base soup which I picked chicken broth that was so yummy! I am so excited to come back with my family. read more

Came by to give this place a try! I saw it was new and the aesthetic was super cute. Once you go in you get your bowl and tongs and serve yourself. They had a large variety of vegetables, fish, cake, meat, and other toppings for your bowl. I especially like that they had a dry bowl option because I like it way better. So I opted for the sesame dry bowl and it came out in about five minutes. While I was waiting, I was able to get myself my sauce, which wasn't super necessary since my bowl had a lot of sesame sauce already, but it was still fun. They also have a water station with their utensils. I got to sit on the long table next to the little fish and fountain which was cute and I like that. Overall was a pretty nice setting, and the food had a good flavor. At the end there's a bonus sweet treat which was super cool and I opted for an ice cream sandwich. Can't wait to come back next time. Although it's a little pricier than other places, I can definitely see why because the quality is higher and ambience is nice and not stuffy. read more

Tang Bar - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

I've had my fair share of mala, and this place was really disappointing. I couldn't even finish my bowl--the broth was overly oily and later left all of us with stomachaches. I was also surprised to find it filled with hard wasabi peas (?). It was an unexpected addition, and if I had known, I would have asked for them to be left out since they were unappetizing in the broth. The cleanliness also seemed questionable; the utensils and bowls had a noticeable white residue or powder on them. read more

How does this restaurant pass a health inspection while using one of the restrooms as storage space is beyond me. Food is similar to similar restaurants, perhaps with a smaller selection due to the location and target market. read more

This is a solid malatang place! I was craving Szechuan and the spicy Szechuan broth more than satisfied my itch. 10/10 malatang, I am so full and happy. :) It was a bit more expensive than I was expecting. By weight, the pricing is currently about $17/lb plus tax. I ended up paying $34 for my bowl, which I mostly finished except for the ramen noodles. I'm not totally sure if they account for the bowl when weighing. I would say my bowl could feed me for 1.5 meals. You start at the front and choose your ingredients, then weigh it and pay at the front. They give you a buzzer and you pick up your food at the counter, and there's also a place to return plates and trays at the front as well. There is a water dispenser at the front. They have plenty of vegetable, mushroom, root vegetable, meat, seafood, and fish ball/meat ball selections. Unfortunately, they did not have crown daises, which is one of my favorites. Some of my favorites in my bowl were the scallops, glass noodles, different beef options, and fishballs :) There's also a classic sauce bar with big sauce bowls. The service was quick, as there's usually always someone at the counter to help you out and answer questions. Everyone was very nice. There's free ice cream in a freezer, with things like ice cream sandwiches and ice cream bars. There was so much seating. Even though it got pretty busy around lunch time at 12:30, there were still plenty of tables outside. It was clean and bright inside. Yay malatang!!!!!!!!! read more

Tang Bar - malatang soup - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

Although I was a big fan of the revolving sushi restaurant, Tang Bar has been a refreshing replacement and when my husband and I arrived on a rainy evening looking for a hot meal, the fragrance of steaming soup aromatics lured us from the mall entrance into their restaurant that is half exposed into the mall's lobby hallway with inviting tables for families and a long stylish central table adorned with live colorful fish swimming in it's fountain. Be cautious about the $14.99/lb price since the self-service line is tricky when you "eat with your eyes" with the many soup ingredients, from fresh veggies and noodles to mouth watering shabu-thin meats. I particularly loved the lamb. They have two sizes of bowls that you are served once you're at the end of the line to weigh and pay. We tried both the spicy and just a kick broths and both were delicious. You bus your dishes to the window of the kitchen closest to the condiment bar. There is a small $.10 charge for to-go containers but we made a meal the next day since we have a hot pot at home as well. Walking around the mall and the large parking lots make this dining experience worth it. Staff is quick and kind in service, and joining their free membership earns you points, like $5 off towards your visit. read more

Tang Bar - Small and large bowl depending on how many pounds, my small bowl weighed 2lbs my husband's 4lbs - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

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Food is great, get my fix for hotpot. However like many restaurants of this style they seriously need a child policy or keep an eye on hyperactive children. I saw a hyperactive kid behind me pick up an udon, use his hands in an attempt to break it in half and put it back into the tray. and also pick food and put it back into the tray. This is how disease spreads folks. read more

Had high hopes but first experience was really rough. This is one dirty restaurant. Tables are left unwiped. Customers have to wipe their own spaces down. The food trays are heavily stained and gross looking. Outdoor dining area is also a storage zone for random stuff. Condiment area looks like a crime scene. Ran out of rice and ice cream around 745pm and were told not to make more or refill the ice cream chest. Cant say I have any desire to return. read more

Tang Bar - Had to stare at this while seated in the patio area - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

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I have eaten here several times and even when it's busy we will get our food quickly. Today, we waited over 30 minutes to get our food. We noticed other people coming after us getting their food within 10 minutes of sitting down. Apparently they just pick the order that comes in last. After 35 minutes my daughter is still waiting for her food. read more

So good. So delicious. You can make your own ramen bowl with all the toppings you want, exactly the way you want it. So perfect with fast service. Conveniently located in the middle of the mall. We stopped by for lunch while shopping. Really hits the spot! I'm looking forward to coming back again soon! read more

Tang Bar has by far been my favorite malatang spot in OC! Stumbled across this place in the mall and I was excited to try seeing the variety of meats, noodles, veggies, and broth. I'm so happy that they offer mushroom broth, perfect for the vegans. I'm not vegan or anything but I appreciate a nice healthy and light tasting broth to pair with the sauce and ingredients. Their just-a-kick malatang is also very good, although it might be more mild tasting compared to other places. They also take the initiative to ask about allergies as well which I do appreciate. Sometimes it's hard to find a seat during busy hours but I can manage. The free ice cream at the end is kind of like a reward lol. The decor is also nice, there's a little pond on the big table with fish inside which is nice to look at! read more

Tang Bar - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

The place was very nice for a small space. The food was okay. I had better. The reason why I gave this place a 3 star was because of the service. For some apparent reason they lost what I had picked out and which it was 2 bowls. They told us to go redo our bowls so we did and when we picked out our bowls again, went back to give it to them, they said that they only meant 1. Literally waste of my time. read more

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It's awesome to have a malatang place in North OC! Will definitely come here regularly as the cravings come, and glad to not have to drive any further. This is an unsolicited review and I honestly hope they do well as a business. They have a wide selection of ingredients to choose from including a wagyu cut (which was very popular), lots of mushroom, veggie, and noodle options. Also there's a laksa soup option (limited quantities) which seems like a less common option. You also get a free mini ice cream bar! It was also very sanitary (plastic gloves when getting ingredients). It's mostly self service, (bus your own table) but the workers were all super friendly. After assembling your bowl there's inside, in the mall, and outdoor seating options. I hope in the future, if possible, they stay open a tad later, but for now seems like they keep with mall hours. read more

I was there with my wife and we only got a few of the beef and lamb slice but it turns out to be almost 50 bucks. I go to a lot of malatang places and we usually get the same thing so we are quite surprise at the price. Also when they gave us the food there's only 2 slices of meat. We are pretty sure we added more than that. Something sketchy is going on at this place read more

Waited over an hour in line due to extremely slow workers. Exhausted by waiting in line, so we decided to take home. When we opened it up, theres NO soup at all, almost like dry pot. Extremely salty and oily. Will never return back read more

Tang Bar - $25 malatang togo with NO soup at all. Please keep this in mind! - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

Wanted to like Tang Bar because hear good things about their fresh ingredients and a build-your-own format -- so, it should've been an easy win. Unfortunately, the experience falls flat: * The line moves painfully slow. Despite the "self-serve" format, there's still major bottlenecking at the soup-base and payment stations. * The limited coconut-based soup option was a disappointment. It doesn't pair well with hot-pot style ingredients and ends up tasting mismatched. * While the variety of ingredients is commendable -- fresh produce, meats, seafood, lots of toppings -- that's really the only saving grace. * If you're in a rush or expect a tightly organized experience, this won't meet those expectations. Recommend passing until they revamp the service. read more

I like that it includes Wagyu in their selection. Laksa soup base was quite tasteful. Free ice cream at the end is a nice touch. For the most part, it is all self service. It's conveniently located inside the Brea mall opposite of Red Robin. Google map will bring you straight to their door. The decor was modern and the staff seem friendly. read more

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EDIT: Owner was very transparent and straightforward with explanation. Can't wait to try this another time, hopefully things will run smoothly moving forward! Wasted our time if you are going to open later please update your hours. On yelp and google it stated that this place was open at 11:00 we waited 28 minutes until we left. Today, we were just waiting hoping this place would open soon but did not. We saw 2 workers actually prepping and the rest weren't really doing anything. The girl on the cashier was just on her phone the whole time and the other three employees were just grouping up talking wasting time while there was a lot of people outside lining up waiting. There were some people that just left because they couldn't wait any longer. Management should have trained their staff better in my option. read more

Tried tangbar today,food was ok. The sauce bar is not as expected. Will try another type next time read more

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Enjoyed my first time!! Everything was fresh and very clean!! I would say I wished I knew more about the details of the sauces because mine was a bit too spicy even though It said mild. I will be back!!! read more

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I came here on Black Friday at around 6pm, and it was insanely packed, almost overwhelming. The place is brightly lit and relatively clean. Despite how hectic it was, Bryan provided some of the best service I've had in a long time. He was incredibly patient, friendly, and attentive, never making us feel rushed. Since it was our first time trying malatang here, he took the time to explain the different soup bases and helped us choose one that would fit our taste preferences. His recommendations were spot-on, and it made the whole experience feel welcoming rather than intimidating. The broth was amazing, and the ingredients were constantly stocked and tasted fresh (unlike a lot of malatang places lol...). Overall, I would recommend Tang Bar to my family and friends :). read more

Tang Bar - Szechuan Near Me - Brea, California

I stopped by Tang Bar at Brea Mall recently and was seriously impressed. You can tell a lot of thought went into how everything's done, from the setup to the presentation. The ingredients were super fresh, the flavors were bold, and the portion sizes felt just right. The staff was friendly and helpful walking me through how to build my bowl (which is a nice touch if it's your first time). The space itself is modern and really clean, with a fun energy, perfect spot to grab a meal while shopping or to meet up with friends. Definitely one of the better food options inside the mall right now. Can't wait to go back and try more combinations. read more

Yum! I tried my sister's chicken soup and it was full of flavor and umami! I got mine dry, sichuan peppercorn. I didn't realize they added these crunchy yellow things. I didn't like that but everything else was great. I love picking my own stuff as I am not a big fan of a lot of meat. The sauce bar is awesome. And don't forget the ice cream by the tray return! I appreciate them asking about allergies. Will definitely be back! read more

Tried out the new malatang place that opened in Brea mall near the Macys and Red Robin. There were a variety of toppings/ ingredients to choose from as well as delicious soup bases with different spice levels. I also enjoyed the sauce bar that they had. The service was pretty quick and the interior looked very unique with a water table that had live fish in it. Would come again! read more

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