Went to eat here with the Hubs on New Year's Eve around 5:45 PM on a rainy night. Luckily there was…read moreno line when we arrived, but this place can definitely get busy, so I'd still expect a wait during peak times. Ordering is done by scanning a QR code, which was easy, and everything came out pretty quickly after we placed our order. They also have a sauce bar (extra cost) along with some sesame balls and rice crackers, which was a nice touch. Service was okay overall -- we did have to call our server a couple of times when we needed things. The inside of the restaurant is very pretty and clean for the most part, which made the experience enjoyable. Price-wise, it's on the average to slightly higher side for shabu, but overall a decent spot for hotpot, especially for special occasions or colder/rainy nights.

As an avid food lover, I honestly want all restaurants to do well, especially those that are by and…read morefor the Asian American community. This was my second time here and overall it's a great experience- fun sauce bar, quick service, elaborate decor - what's not to like? As far as the eating experience goes, I'd give it a solid 4... that is until I went to the ladies room...or tried to. This was my first time going to the restroom and I was appalled by the mustiness of the air and the dirtiness that I saw. I'm familiar with restrooms at basic restaurants and I don't expect aromatherapy candles or scented hand soap but as a consumer I do expect a certain level of cleanliness especially at an eating establishment. I tried to just suck it up and bear it but had to leave as soon as a saw a thin black ring around the toilet bowls...(mold?!?!) Sorry if it's too much info but just had to share- go for the food and the picture worthy decor but skip the bathrooms till they have a thorough clean!

I hadn't been to this place in like 12 years prior to this dinner. I remember liking it a lot in…read morethe past. I do feel that this place needs to up their game. Other places have passed them by in some respects First there is no sauce bar here. Just four small containers of sauces you can use. Ironically none of those sauces are soy sauce. A darker possible peanut sauce, a sesame sauce, a pinkish possibly fermented tofu sauce and the standard chili oil. I wanted more as far as the sauce goes and I thought a sauce bar was pretty standard these days Second there is no AYCE bar with small snacks. Kind of interesting When ordering the meat, I guess they wanted to save a plate so the sliced meats just came in plastic containers. That loses some points with me on presentation Other than that everything is fine. They charge a little less for the broth than a lot of places do, so that's nice Got vegetables, mushrooms, tofu, noodles and a couple of meats. Overall it's a fine experience, mostly Ok to Good. But the lack of some things makes it more second tier for me and it would not be a go to hot pot place for me

The Rejuvenation broth at Hot Pot Hot Pot is great! Lots of herby flavor, without being too much…read more They also give you a few small sauce cups, but no sauce bar. I found this place to be a bit pricey, particularly because almost all the veggies/noodles/non-meats were priced at $4.95. In my opinion, the end pricing should better reflect the ingredient pricing. Service was very bad. We were seated, ordered, and brought the food. We never were spoken to again and had to call over two different staff members to get the bill, then pay for it. They do have large tables for groups. Overall, this is the best hot pot restaurant I have tried so far, but I didn't love it.

We come here pretty often, and this time we noticed the new team has been doing a great job under…read moreTinny's leadership. The food is always fresh with a great selection, and the value is definitely there. Service was smooth and friendly. Always a reliable spot, and we'll definitely keep coming back!

This is actually a good deal! For lunch, you have access to their hot pot salad bar (including…read moreseafood). They also have a small buffet of sides like (egg rolls, steamed buns, noodles, etc.) and it comes with a drink and everything is AYCE!!! We opted for their first hot pot lunch selection, ($23.99/person). That included everything I mentioned above. I forgot to mention they have packages of instant ramen noodles you can add into your hot pot with their seasoning and it's all included. I was delightfully surprised at the selection of ramen noodles, vegetables, seafood and tofu. Everything was fresh and the veggies were still wet from being washed. They have plenty of tables with burners set for your hot pot. And you can wear their signature orange bib so you won't get any of the hot pot splashed on you. Will definitely come back.

I have been coming here for over two years. I was pretty addicted at one point and went 2-3 times a…read moreweek. When you get seated, you choose your soup base then off you go picking meat, veggies, and etc from the fridges. I love their edamame & shredded potatoes from the sauce area. This place is great because can control the portion unlike many other hotpot places. I think the price is pretty reasonable (0.45 per stick).

Its a skewer hot pot spot. You grab what you want, so you can really control portions and try a…read morevariety of items. They have a good selection of soup bases, including a peppercorn (Tengjiao) option if you like that numbing spice. They also offer lunch sets like noodles and maocai, which is nice if you're not looking for a full hot pot meal. They're open late, which makes it a great option for a late-night snack. Parking is easy, and service is decent--nothing overly attentive, but it gets the job done. Overall, a good spot when you want something customizable and satisfying, especially later at night.

This spot was exactly what I wanted and didn't know I need. I am a huge fanatic of both hotpot and…read moreskewers so I love that this spot combines both. Upon entering, you can recognize that this an authentic Chinese hotpot spot. The ambiance is great and a huge plus is how clean their bathrooms are. I really like how you get a larger variety for the BBQ and the hotpot has a lot of really good premium options. For example, I have never seen frog legs or Argentinian shrimps that are that big being served at hotpot. I also really liked the quality of their cuts of beef. As for the vegetables, they have a self serve bar so you don't have to ask the staff for any. The staff constantly came to pour more soup as well whenever we were running low. Overall, this is just a great spot in the 626 for hotpot.

Food was just okay. Prices are mid,not cheap, not expensive. Service was fine, but the food came…read moreout waaaaaaay too slow. There were 8 of us. 2 of us did the BBQ AYCE, and the other 6 did hot pot. By the time they were basically done eating, we had only gotten 2 small rounds of skewers, and they came out super slowly. We ended up just getting rice and cold dishes to fill up. Then more BBQ finally started coming out, but we were already full and couldn't even finish it.

Second time here in over two years--and wow, I clearly should've came back sooner…read more First tip: don't give up when you don't see parking right away. There are spots in the back, so make sure you drive around. Totally worth it. This place was one of the OGs with the $13.99-a-pound concept, where they weigh your bowl after you build it. Last time I came, I swear there was only one soup base. Now? FOUR options. Love a glow-up. I chose the spicy & sour medium soup base tonight-- loved it! You grab a bowl and tongs and just go to town--veggies, mushrooms, tofu, meatballs, proteins, noodles... basically everything your eyes say "yes" to. But remember: it's $13.99 a pound. And yes... it gets heavy FAST when you're shopping with your eyes. Hubby and I challenged ourselves to keep it at one pound. I failed miserably. 2.32 pounds. No regrets. The sauce bar is elite: peanut sauce, chili, cilantro, green onion, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, minced garlic... mix and match and live your best life. Now that I've tried it for the second time, I can confidently say--it's absolutely fantastic. Service was fast, and our server tonight was super friendly. Ambience was nice and chill. Also, who would've thought the night before MLK Day (with kids off from school) would be so busy? We came in at 6:15 and it was perfect timing. By the time we left at 6:45, there were about 20 people waiting! Luckily, it feels like the line moves pretty fast. Definitely a spot you need to try--and it just earned a place in our top dinner spots. Just maybe don't challenge yourself to stay under one pound... unless you have serious self-control! MUST TRY! Happy Eats!

Hard to spot as there sign wasn't posted up…read more Spicy Bone Broth isn't spicy at all scaling it 1/5 The quality of ingredients are quite fresh in the produce areas. Sauce bar is well kept. Advertised - Free soda with a purchase of up to 1.5 pounds. 1 restroom only. The broth needs more sodium. A bit watered down.. Parking situation- ample street parking

If you're looking for one of the best hot pot spots in the SGV, Shancheng Lameizi is easily at the…read moretop of my list. This is hands-down my favorite Chinese hot pot in the area. The mushroom soup base is a must--rich, flavorful, and especially perfect when paired with rice. It's one of those broths you actually want to finish, not just cook in. For meats, I always go back to the fatty beef belly and the Angus beef ribeye. Both are high quality, well-sliced, and cook perfectly in the broth--super satisfying every time. Service here has consistently been great. Yes, there's usually a wait, but that's because this place is always packed--it's constantly poppin, and for good reason. The staff keeps things moving and still manages to stay attentive. But honestly, my favorite part? The snack bar. It's such an underrated highlight. They have a variety of snacks available, and I always end up grabbing extras to take with me for later. It just adds to the whole experience and makes it feel like you're getting more than just a meal. Overall, this spot lives up to the hype. Great food, great energy, and definitely worth the wait.

I should have signed up for the waitlist before I drove over. I came here on a Saturday night and…read moreput my party in the waitlist. We waited less than 20 minutes. The hostess asked for our information to get us to a table more quickly, which I appreciated. The food options are vast! The basic meats are far cheaper than Hai Di Lao. The sauce and snack bar had many options that I couldn't decide how to build the sauce correctly. The soup bases were good. The cost is good for not having to drive to Hai Di Lao and getting basic meats. What's problematic is getting service. The servers are so busy, it's hard to get their attention. It took more than 10 minutes to get the bill and receipt. I would give this place better stars if they had more servers. Hai Di Lao is far more attentive and the tablet is very helpful. Lastly, the restaurant is small so it feels like you're in everyone's way when you're at the sauce bar.

Absolutely incredible dining experience! The food was delicious--perfectly prepared and beautifully…read morepresented. And good server too Was really enjoy！

This place is very delicious, services are super friendly, I and my family come here all the time…read morewhen we want hotpot.

Even with silver tier there are lots of meat and food selections. I would suggest silver tier for…read morefirst timers and then go to higher tier on subsequent visits. I particularly like their unagi hand roll and yellowtail or salmon carpaccio dishes. Also Erica and Cathy was extremely friendly and her service was very quick. I give her a 5+. I've been to a couple different chubby cattle restaurants and to my surprise they are good in different ways and all alike. So I would recommend try out different one.

We love this place so much. The food so delicious and service so attentive and friendly. We will…read morecome back soon.

Love Little Skewer!! The vibes are great to hangout with friends, eat, and drink! The service is…read morefast and the staff are friendly. The interior is also very spacious. In terms of the food here, everything was a hit from skewers (lamb, chicken skin, corn, mushroom, etc) to cucumber salad to scallop vermicelli to stinky tofu! Overall, highly recommend coming here if you're looking for a solid skewer spot.

The vibe inside was as if I transformed into Asia .... Loved the inside decor…read more The skewers took me back to china si ple delicious eats The yogurt drink was a sweet nice coating stomach surprise I liked The service was quick and to the point ... no bs .... Just order go go go hahaha again like Asia Will go again for sure