Hou Yi Hot Pot

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"Hou Yi Hot Pot is a magical place. It’s all-you-can-eat, there's a scoop-it-yourself ice cream station, and the broth is some of the spiciest in the city. Yes, you'll pay a little over $40 per person for 100 minutes of hot pot, but keep in mind: The food is unlimited. If you don't want to sweat while you eat, go with one of the mild broths. The little room on the Lower East Side is casual and no-nonsense, and it will inevitably smell like meat and boiling chilis when you stop by. If you need something to do after dinner, check out a nearby bar." - Bryan Kim