Hot Joy

Cocktail bar · North River District

Hot Joy

Cocktail bar · North River District

1

1101 Broadway suite 140, San Antonio, TX 78215

Photos

Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null
Hot Joy by null

Highlights

Creative Asian dishes & cocktails in eclectic, colorful space  

Placeholder
Placeholder

1101 Broadway suite 140, San Antonio, TX 78215 Get directions

hotjoysa.com
@hotjoysa

$20–30 · Menu

Reserve

Information

Static Map

1101 Broadway suite 140, San Antonio, TX 78215 Get directions

+1 210 940 4488
hotjoysa.com
@hotjoysa
𝕏
@HotJoySA

$20–30 · Menu

Reserve

Features

payment credit card
Tap to pay
reservations

Last updated

Sep 9, 2025

Powered By

You might also like

Terms of Use • Privacy Policy • Cookie Policy
 © 2025 Postcard Technologies, Inc.
@postcardnews

The city’s playful pan‑Asian icon now runs a Sunday dim sum brunch with items like soup dumplings and Chinese‑style French toast. MySA and local TV covered the move to Broadway and the brunch addition; hours are posted by the restaurant.

https://www.hotjoysa.com/contact
Dim Sum in San Antonio (2025)
View Postcard for Hot Joy

Anthony Walden

Google
Tried the pork belly buns and the prawn & sausage rice noodles! The pork belly was delicious with the fat rendered perfectly. The prawn & sausage rice noodle dish was incredibly flavorful and large. I love anything with lemongrass and this dish had it along with other supporting herbs, by far some of the best I have had anywhere! Staff were very friendly and attentive. Definitely worth the visit, I will be back and bring my wife next time we are in town!!!

davidgolden00

Google
We’re regulars at this spot and every time we visit, we cross our fingers hoping Abbey is working—she never disappoints! Her service is top-tier: warm, attentive, and always on point. She has a way of making you feel genuinely welcomed, like you’re part of the place. The food here is consistently amazing—creative, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can tell the kitchen puts real thought into every dish. And don’t even get me started on the cocktails—they’re just as inventive as the food and dangerously good. Abbey knows the menu inside and out and always has great recommendations. It’s rare to find someone who elevates the entire dining experience like she does. This place is a gem, and Abbey is a huge part of why we keep coming back.

Stefanie Gonzalez Quintero

Google
We came here two days in a row for their awesome happy hour - wings, pork belly buns and cocktails. The staff was so friendly and helpful! Great vibes all around. We tried the prawn noodles on day 2 - excellent. We will be back!

Shelby Seaquist

Google
Really cool and cute place! Sad to hear they got rid of happy hour. Really enjoyed the twice fried wings! I will definitely be reordering those. Wasn't the biggest fan of the chili oil noodles. Staff was very attentive and everyone was very nice. I would def recommend this place

Sandra

Google
I love Hot Joy food! It’s been one of my favorite for a few years now. I stopped going because it was really hard to get a table if you didn’t have a reservation, but I went back and for my surprise they moved to a better and bigger location. I’d say that it can be tricky to find them but don’t get discouraged the door is amazing. Service is good and food is outstanding, the decor is gorgeous! They don’t have their our parking lot but there is plenty outside, if you go on the weekend may be a little harder but there are parking lots close by.

Nancy Beare

Google
The food was really good. The smoked fried chicken was still juicy and had a lot of flavor. I usually prefer raw oysters but the chargrilled with the Tom yum butter was really good. I can’t wait to come back and try the more of the New Menu.

Paytin Lutz

Google
I had an amazing experience at Hot Joy in downtown San Antonio, and a huge part of that was thanks to our incredible server, Skylar. From the moment we were seated, Skylar made us feel genuinely welcome and taken care of. They were friendly, knowledgeable about the menu, and gave great recommendations—seriously, the spam fried race and the charred grilled oysters were spot on! Skylar checked in regularly without being overbearing and made sure our drinks were always full and our table was clean and comfortable. Her positive energy and attention to detail really elevated the whole dining experience. If you’re heading to Hot Joy, I highly recommend asking for Skylar. You’ll be in great hands!

Eric Rodriguez

Google
Hot Joy is such a fun spot! The restaurant is beautifully decorated with a cool, vibrant atmosphere and a gorgeous bar right in the center. The open-air kitchen adds a great touch — you can see the chefs at work and the flames going, which makes the experience even more exciting. The food is excellent, with creative Asian-fusion dishes that are perfect for sharing. It’s a great place for happy hour with friends or a date night out. Highly recommend!
google avatar

Grace G.

Yelp
Hot Joy is hands down my favorite restaurant! Every time I go, I have to get the spam fried rice--it's my absolute favorite dish and it never fails. The flavors are always on point, and it's the kind of comfort food I could eat over and over again. The vibe of the restaurant is super fun and unique, and the staff has always been great whenever I've visited. If you're in San Antonio and haven't tried Hot Joy yet, you're seriously missing out--especially the spam fried rice!
google avatar

Vanessa A.

Yelp
My favorite thing here is the brisket fried rice and the chicken wings!! Sooo good. I've ordered that three times already. I'm obsessed. I've also had almost everything on the menu and honestly you can't go wrong with anything there. I also asked for a mocktail and they don't have it on the menu but I got this ube lychee style mocktail recommended by one of the waitresses and omg LITERALLY OBSESSSED. The moment you walk into the alleyway to get to the front door of hot joy, you already feel the introductory invitation to the inside. When you arrive inside, there's decor and art on the walls and the ceiling to give a downtown international district feel. The service is kind and helpful! They're always on it and they have the best recommendations if you ask!
google avatar

Maitina M.

Yelp
Our group had a fun evening dining at Hot Joy! We ordered an array of appetizers along with some of the entrees. Personally, I thoroughly enjoyed the Joy Pockets, the Spam Fried Rice and the Smoked Fried Chicken. Our server was very patient with our group since we kept going back and forth on our selections. We ended up sharing all our meals and made it family style for our group. There were three entrees that got to our table quite late so they compensated all three meals without us having to request it. Nice touch. We ended up taking quite a few leftovers back home with us since we ordered way too much. The only drawback is the parking situation. Luckily, we were able to park along the street. The parking lot by the restaurant was full. Glad we got to experience Hot Joy. It was totally worth it!
google avatar

Jim B.

Yelp
My oldest son and his wife brought my grandson to San Antonio for his first overnight trip. We had a wonderful visit which included a meal at this amazing restaurant. First, let me address parking. We were worried at first, but soon found a paid parking lot on another street. It was not a long walk, and fortunately, it was an unusually cool morning. We noticed it was much muggier and hotter on the walk back to the lot, but we weren't too bothered. Hot Joy is appropriately named. If you don't immediately feel joy upon entering this amazingly decorated venue, just go back to the nursing home and eat off your tray. I only wish this place had been around when my sons were little. We always played I Spy while waiting for the meal, and this place would have been epic for that! They have a lot of beautiful bright red Asian lanterns hanging all over the ceiling. There is a beautiful mural of a tiger on one wall. There are private booths with red upholstery with asian inspired geometric designs. Bruce Lee was hanging on the wall of our booth. They have a server named Skyler who is no doubt one of the best I have ever had the pleasure to encounter. She was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. I really liked her and feel strongly that she added to our wonderful experience. The food was outstanding. We ordered a lot more dishes than our party of four adults needed, but we wanted to try lots of things. The servings were huge- even for appetizers. We started with the Sticky Pork ribs. They were perfectly grilled and very tasty. We also had the Joy Pockets, and Sichuan Tofu buns. There was plenty of each to share (there were 5 ribs on the plate!) We liked all of them, but my favorite bite of the meal was the buns. So good! We also ordered some of the full meal plates to share. The menu on the website is a little different, and unfortunately, my photo is not very good. We ordered the Roasted Pork Belly and the Hot Fried Chicken. The portions were huge, as you can see in the photos. They both came with a side of rice. The pork belly also had a dipping sauce that was wonderful and a side of kimchee. The only thing we had left was the Hot Fried Chicken. Out of all of the dishes, that was the least favorite among some of us. I thought it was really good, but just a tad salty for my tastes. The kids thought the sauce made the chicken too soggy. The wife said it was too hot (spicy) for her. I ate a lot of it, but there was so much we brought home for my younger son. He loved it! For dessert, we all shared the Hot Fudge Gochugang Brownie with banana ice cream. The ice cream was the best banana ice cream I have ever had! The brownie was gooey and rich and had a wonderful exotic taste. The gochugang was not overly prominent in it. Okay... as if the service, decor, and food wasn't enough, this place has amazing drinks. Let's just say that our table had seven of them, including my virgin Singapore Sling. The others like all of them, except one that my son ordered. He said it tasted, "gross". I didn't try it, but he is pretty well-versed in cocktails and tiki fare, so I trust his opinion. I should mention that the baby snoozed happily through the entire meal. He didn't even wake up when a loud high-pitched alarm went off for at least a minute. I know I will be back. Y'all know that my youngest is my usual adventurous dining partner. He was really upset that he didn't go with us. I will definitely take him soon.
google avatar

Stephy B.

Yelp
Food was decent very salty The inside was cute besides the booth we were in the sun was going down and was in our faces for like an hour. Knives was a good waitress
google avatar

Hima V.

Yelp
Not sure what the mixed reviews are about. This place is bomb! And so are the flavors of the food! I went here for a weekend lunch with a friend. Service was prompt. I ordered a mocktail (not sure what the name was) and plates for the table. The Thai chili corn bread, garlicky noodles and tofu bun were great! Specially, the tofu bun! We really enjoyed our food and would be back for more!
google avatar

Sandra D.

Yelp
I love Hot Joy food! It's been one of my favorite for a few years now. I stopped going because it was really hard to get a table if you didn't have a reservation, but I went back and for my surprise they moved to a better and bigger location. I'd say that it can be tricky to find them but don't get discouraged the door is amazing. Service is good and food is outstanding, the decor is gorgeous! They don't have their our parking lot but there is plenty outside, if you go on the weekend may be a little harder but there are parking lots close by.
google avatar

Alma V.

Yelp
Recommend: Maybe Food: Ordered Beef Bulgogi, garlicky noodles, and chili oil noodles. All the dishes were made to order and very hot. The bulgogi was delicious, the meat was very tender and the taste was really good. The garlicky noodles were ok, they tasted very much of garlic which is to be expected but almost bitter in taste. I've had the garlicky noodles at Best Quality daughter and they are tastier. The chili noodle were very spicy (I liked but just warning for others). Had a Mai Tai (strong but good) and had a frozen mixed drink (hurricane with something else. Sorry I can't recall). Service: Service was good, got sat down quickly, and order was put in quickly. The food took a little bit but it is expected since it was made fresh. Ambiance: Ambiance was cute, family style seating in some areas.
google avatar

Monica G.

Yelp
I got together with a few girlfriends to enjoy happy hour. I love the decorations in the restaurant and outside the restaurant. We really enjoyed ourselves. We had a great experience w/ Erin as our waitress. We tried the pork belly buns, the cucumber salad, the wings, the spam fried rice., & the curry empanada. We tried several of the drinks. Everything was excellent. We really enjoyed ourselves. It was not too busy & was a perfect time to pop in. We parked in the parking lot behind the building but if you find parking on the side, you can park on the street as well. You definitely have to try their Happy hour!
google avatar

Teesie C.

Yelp
Trash I won't even lie. The shrimp fried rice has corn and okra in it and the chicken is trash. It was left bloody. Yuck
google avatar

Jessie B.

Yelp
Read the hype. Wanted to try it myself. Disappointed. The twice fried wings everyone raves about might as well been covered in honey, the sugar content was off the charts. The pork belly bun was the best of the food. Beef lettuce wraps came with lettuce too small to wrap anything in. Wife's cucumber salad came after our entrees. The chargrilled oysters were laughable. No oyster. Ground beef. Best part.. they say they don't take cash in fine print on the menu I couldn't read it was so small. They force you to use a credit card then charge you a fee! Likely illegal.
google avatar

Omar V.

Yelp
Good day folks! Their Happy Hour Menu is gone! Their old location not there no more. But still great menu and bar recipes! Some of the best drinks I've ever had - even when they were $5 they did not hold back- Tikki masks and atmosphere signature still there- and they know they moved and changed - and they are adapting - but still giving their best to serve and please you with their best hospitality. We all go through changes ! Come have a late night drink and some grub! Let Love Lead!
google avatar

Taylor S.

Yelp
Hot joy was awesomeeee. We couldn't believe how good the food was here. The portions are HUGE yet so affordable, and the flavors are so good that you can't stop eating even after becoming full! They also have an excellent drink selection. We had a giant mojito in a dragon container that the server hilariously mentioned looked like Steve Harvey. We still can't unsee it. We sat outside and at night and it was stunning; felt very much like sitting in an alley in china. For sure coming back on our next trip to SA.
google avatar

Kenneth H.

Yelp
Ken with Offline - We OFTEN went to the South Town location and saddened when we heard about the move. The good news, we like the new location better! The huge ceiling space makes the entire facility feel so much bigger. Same vibe, and the food was STILL AMAZING. I challenge you to find better specialty wings. Take a cold shower good! Staff spot on. Price on average for the area... And other establishments. It has that new car smell!!! Great options for Cindi - 40 year vegetarian. Hers was dynamite... And I got a few bites.
google avatar

Emily C.

Yelp
Hot Joy has lost some of its charm. What once gave it character has shifted significantly since moving to the new location. The vibe feels a bit stuffy instead of the welcoming atmosphere it used to have, and the staff seems more distant. That said, one thing that hasn't changed is the flavor! The tofu buns are hands down my favorite item on the menu--I think about them constantly. I know change is tough, and I hope they find their essence again while keeping up the quality of the food!
google avatar

Natasha H.

Yelp
Pretty good dim sum selection that's different than your standard fare with some Mainstays. I love that there's tea service (at a cost). Love the decor, the service, and their take on dim sum.
google avatar

Michelle V.

Yelp
We love this place - we have been coming for years! We love the new location - it's beautiful inside! We miss the old spot but this new place is very nice! The drinks are still amazing - got a swirl of the zombie and painkiller - so delicious - I love sweet frozen drinks My husband got the Smokey mezcal pineapple cocktail and loved it We ALWAYS get the wings - the absolute BEST! We got the bok choy and the bulgogi with udon noodles - so freaking good!! Can't recommend enough! Nice clean restrooms and street parking out front. Service was great, food came out quick and hot!
google avatar

Candice L.

Yelp
The drink menu is excellent. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Gabriel our server was so helpful in directing us towards the food and drinks we'd most appreciate. The food is fresh and inventive and delicious every time. Wings, pork belly, and Susan fried rice are the best of their kind I've ever had. And every dish we've ever tried has been worthy of a return trip. The ambiance is next level. 50s Kitsch for days, yet also modern. It almost feels like a Quinton Tarantino movie set. The music is great and on theme. A bit loud for intimate conversation, but great for the casual party feel that the large community tables provide. (There are smaller tables and booths, as well)
google avatar

Lauren G.

Yelp
Fist time at their new location.We were lucky and got free street parking.The entrance looked like the back of the building. We got the classics we've been craving . The twice fried wings and spam fried rice. Both were great! The frozen zombie was strong! I definitely felt it after one.The inside is just as intricate as the last if not more detailed.They are open late on the weekend till 2 am I believe. Great for dinner and strong drinks!
google avatar

Oliver B.

Yelp
I am sorry to say that I cannot recommend eating at Hoy Joy anymore. They moved from the southtown location to Broadway and they lost their charm. The things that made them special are long gone. The decor is just okay now when it used to be unique. They got rid of their amazing happy hour specials altogether and their weekly specials as well. Ramen Mondays and wing Wednesdays were great. They moved to a new location and potentially destroyed most of the good will they had created at their original location. The wings are now always $17. That is for only five wings. Five wings!! Are the wings amazing? Yes! Are the wings worth $17? Hell no! They need to bring back the happy hour specials from 3pm until 6pm during the week like it was at the old location. I can't in good faith recommend anyone paying high dollar for the food on offer at Hot Joy at their new location at the moment. I will not eat anything at Hot Joy until they bring back the great happy hour specials and the weekly specials. It's very disappointing to see a great restaurant change in such a negative way.
google avatar

Jasmine C.

Yelp
Last night we went to check out Hot Joy since reopening at their new location. We did go on a busy Friday night, our wait time was 45 minutes. Our server was so sweet. She gave us insight on the new menu. The interior design is so beautiful & the vibes were perfect We ordered Joy Puffs, Spam fried rice and Sizzlin' beef bulgogi very flavorful and a decent sized portion. ‍ Drinks ordered Rattlesnake Church & painkiller Love the new spot! We can't wait to go back.
google avatar

Mario G.

Yelp
To be honest, Lettuce wraps are kinda sad. Best thing about the place is the atmosphere.
google avatar

Cesar M.

Yelp
Hot and sour soup had a unique (good) taste. Portion sizes were good. Lots of art and decor.
google avatar

Chelsea D.

Yelp
Everything was so good! The decor was so cool I was taking photos left and right. This area has gotten really cool lately. The service is good. Everything is good to share. I was hesitant because I thought it would be Asian food I wouldn't like but I loved everything . Glad I tried it
google avatar

Kimberly M.

Yelp
The restaurant is small. The food we felt was expensive. It costed us $75/couple for lunch. Some of our party hot drinks and said they were delicious. The wait staff was okay but not helpful when asked for suggestions. We did try the chicken feet to see what they were like. One of guests was feeling experimentive. They were rubbery and really had no taste. The bok choy was pretty tasteless. The best thing we got was the hot chicken. This place was a one and done for us but worth a try cause you might not agree with our tastes and like it. The atmosphere was colorful and enjoyable. Parking is a pain, we had to drive around quite a bit before we found a parking space.
google avatar

Victoria N.

Yelp
Came here on a weekend during San Japan! The waiter was wearing a naruto headband! They had special menu for San Japan, with persimmon dumplings. Unfortunately, by the time I had arrived, they had already sold out of the dumplings. The food overall was 4/5. The fried rice, egg roll, and paratha dish with pork belly and meat on top were just mediocre. Nothing was special about it apart from the side chill sauce that I asked for. There is local street parking for free that is about a 5 minute walk from this location. I would come back for their unique menu during San Japan, lunch deals, and the vibe, but would otherwise choose a different restaurant to show people visiting town!
google avatar

Renee J.

Yelp
I visited Hot Joy at their new location for the first time and I was so impressed! The restaurant is so beautifully decorated and open. I love the beautiful bar area and the open kitchen. Our server was wonderful with great recommendations. We settled on wings, ribs and the pork belly dish. The food was beautifully displayed and the flavor of the various sauces made each dish as delicious as it was beautiful.
google avatar

Sarah M.

Yelp
The atmosphere of Hot Joy is very unique! It was a great spot for a girls night dinner and hang out with friends. It's been on my list to try for a couple of years ever since a friend of mine recommended it. The spam fried rice and bao appetizers were delicious. The cocktails are fun but mostly sweet options. I wish they had some options that weren't so sweet. They also had a nice selection of mocktails so that was great. I would recommend it and will certainly return.
google avatar

Melanie P.

Yelp
Pup friendly on the patio, server brought us out some water for him. Menu's do change from lunch, dinner & specific days of the week so be sure to check the menu if you're wanting something specific from here. Service is fast and friendly, atmosphere is inviting and fun! Everything we ordered was delicious! Sharable portions! Must try the frozen zombie!
google avatar

Trish G.

Yelp
I had not been to Hot Joy since it was located in Southtown, but recently attended a Galentine's dinner at the new location. I liked the decor, bar area, and appreciated the more spacious location. The servers were nice and attentive and the cocktails were unique and tasty. I enjoyed my appetizer, the Sichuan Tofu buns. Hong Kong cornbread was ok. However, the fried rice, shiitake chow fun, and fried wings were overpowered by the taste of onions and garlic. My friends and I did not enjoy these dishes as they were too pungent and you could not really taste anything else in the dish. The cocktails and tofu buns were worth the price, but not the other dishes we tried. I will be back to try more cocktails though!
google avatar

Vanessa L.

Yelp
The ambiance and decoration of this place were cool, it felt like you were actually at a tiki bar! Our waiter was very attentive, she explained the food styling, all sort of shareable plates and food would come out when ready so that helped spread out our order. We started off with drinks, but got a frozen painkiller. They were strong and just what I needed! For food, we shared the twice fried wings, spam fried rice, and Dan Dan noodles. The wings were different than a typical wing, but flavoring was a bit off for me. The Dan Dan noodles were just okay, I've had many better options at other Asian restaurants. The spam fried rice was probably our favorite, it had a good mix of sweet and salty. Overall I would say fun location for drinks, but would probably skip on the food next time.
google avatar

Marisa P.

Yelp
The new location is gorgeous. Nestled between the old Rosella and Nola building downtown, Hot Joy gives off hidden alley vibes. A well edited menu has items like a shitake bok choy, golden fried chicken and fried tofu buns. Most items are best shared. The bar has a nice selection of craft beverages and frozen concoctions. The open kitchen concept and murals make for an inviting atmosphere. Overall just a fun place to hang out.
google avatar

Eli T.

Yelp
Food: I tried a couple of dishes from the menu and the best were the green beans and Lemmon curry wings. The miso ramen lacked flavor and the spam rice was very dry. The pork belly taco was mostly cilantro and the flatbread was way too charred that it overpowered the cilantro and pork. Service: I went with a group of 6 when they opened at noon and the service was slow. Note that they charge an automatic 20% gratuity fee for groups of 6 or more. Parking is also pretty limited. Overall this is more of a drinks/happy hour place because the aesthetic is pretty nice but the food is lacking.

denna f.

Yelp
1.) the cucumber salad was mid. The cucumbers were cut so awful I can only image they have Kendall Jenner in the back cutting the cucumbers 2.) the lemon pepper wings were way over seasoned it lasted like licking the powder off a ramen packet (mind you I love seasoning) I used to frequent this place a lot back when it was in Southtown and it has definitely gone downhill since. Only redeeming thing was our server who was kind and awesome
google avatar

Danny L.

Yelp
The vibes are cute! i do feel it gives a more elegant vibe compared to older location mama. But trust it's still good, i would say it got a bit more expensive... but the Dinner menu is the best!!! the service was top tier even when super busy! this was my third time coming.... the late night menu doesn't seems worth it for the price....
google avatar

Matthew C.

Yelp
Tired the new place off Broadway and was pleasantly surprised! The food and drinks were great, the atmosphere was awesome and our waitress was incredible! Definitely will come back again! We paid about $130 for three people and I felt like we splurged.
google avatar

Nicole D.

Yelp
Hot Joy is back! We walked past their new location on the south end of Broadway, decided to give it a try, and sat on the patio. The interior of the restaurant is smaller than the original location, but much cleaner and has similar stylish decor. The menu has been revamped but kept some classic items. To be completely honest, in the past we never visited Hot Joy expecting exceptional food, but we always came back for the vibe and experience. I think that still holds true, although we did enjoy our meal and it was fun to snack on different things. The service was really great this visit, and overall I think this location is an improvement over the last. Definitely worth a visit, and we'll be back for some tiki drinks and twice fried wings!
google avatar

Crimsyn P.

Yelp
Hot Joy is a must-visit! Bold, flavorful food, fresh tiki cocktails, fun atmosphere, and top-notch service. The Spam Pineapple Fried Rice is a standout!
google avatar

Norma J.

Yelp
I've been a long time fan of Hot Joy and it's a literal staple of my 20's. Checked out the new location and loved every minute of it . There was a small crowd but our server was very attentive.The ambiance was lovely but not as quirky as the original location. There is a whole new menu but they kept the ol' faithfuls; spam fried rice and twice fried wings ( and those dishes alone are worth the trip.) If you are a first timer you cannot go wrong in choosing them . If you have a peanut allergy the wings are not for you; sorry friend . Try the sticky pork ribs, they are phenomenal. Have a mai tai while you're at it .
google avatar

Alexis R.

Yelp
Hot joy definitely has a special place in my heart. Been coming to this place for years and im excited to see their new location! The food is delicious, shrimp chips, spam fried rice, the double fried wings... or triple fried?? I can't remember but oh my GAWD! It's all delicious! Me and my boyfriend get the fish bowl cocktails, we share a huge one for $33! You will leave buzzed and satisfied! Love you hot joy! Can't wait to see the new location! Staff are friendly and nice, the vibe was always on point.
google avatar

Vanessa S.

Yelp
I really wanted to love their new menu, but it completely missed the mark--especially at such a high price. Not only has the menu changed entirely, but the prices have nearly doubled. Honestly, most of the food was disappointing. It feels like one of those places that got so popular, they lost sight of what made them great in the first place. That's exactly what seems to have happened here. Everything I loved they got rid of and now it's become very touristy. Ill just continue to enjoy the other local Asian restaurants in the area.
google avatar

Rosie M.

Yelp
We walked in around 7:30 pm on a Saturday night, as you can expect there was a long wait, but we put ourselves on the waitlist. Would highly recommend making a reservation if possible! Our party of 4 got seated around 9pm & it was definitely worth the wait! The ambience and decor is so nice! Our servers gave us great recommendations & brought out our food as soon as it was ready, gave us time to properly try out each dish. Every dish had their own Hot Joy twist, they were very tasty. Will definitely return!
google avatar

Gisela A.

Yelp
Food is amazing here. The theme looks so modern yet inviting. The service was great as well. We tried some drinks and plates and they were delicious but I can't recall the names.
google avatar

Reggie O.

Yelp
You order family style. It would have been nice if they explained the food. The food was good but the brisket was so tough. We made reservations for my wife's birthday but unfortunately they never acknowledged her birthday.
google avatar

Cassie L.

Yelp
The ambiance & service was great. The food we ordered was YUCK except for the cucumber salad; it had refreshing taste. We ordered chili spicy noodles (literally that's all the noodles were flavored with- chili spicy oil) , ginger scallion noodles (it was a smash up of creamy Italian sauce & lots of onion flavor; it had a strong fishy taste) & refried rice w/brisket (too salty not enough veggies. ) We also got 'hot joy' pockets, a pastry filled with something orangey- it was nasty too. Pastry was crunchy: fried & golden. Looked good but not. Per waitress, Mgr tried to mk it right; they gave us a dessert - it was good not great & a $10 coupon for next time.. yeah right! We are Definitely not going back & not recommending it to anyone-- no pics
google avatar

Carol I.

Yelp
I've been wanting to have dinner here for years... Finally got my chance when cousins came to town. We ordered five items on the menu to taste and share between four us which was plenty... Shrimp Dumplings Brisket & Beef Cheek Egg Noodles Pork Egg Rolls Chicken Fried Steak Fried Rice Curry Wings We all enjoyed our evening... and our happy hour Chi Chi drinks!
google avatar

Rex C.

Yelp
Hot. Joy has been on my radar for some time now. I'm shocked. I'm finally trying it. I'm glad that I came in. Like most places in this area parking is tough. I decided to walk about 28 minutes from my hotel. That way I could avoid parking issues. Also 28 minutes back I got my hour walk in, so that was pretty good. Also Sophia was a top notch waitress. She knew everything about the menu and was able to answer all of my questions. Food: today was Wednesday which happened to be wing Wednesday. I tried it twice fried wings. Five piece for five dollars. Great value as normally they're $17. I will say I think $17 is on the high side for a five piece wing so five dollars is the way to go if you want some Wings on a Wednesday. The wings are absolutely amazing. Every single bite is full of flavor. Fried to perfection! Perfectly crispy and full of flavor. I really enjoyed the flavor , sauce , the crushed peanuts and cilantro. The egg roll was really good too! Came with some sort of sauce that was very flavorful. The birra with pancake wrap was good. The birria didn't tasted like traditional birria. It was more like brisket if anything. I wasn't of a fan of the pancake wrap. However the cosome (the soup there comes with the birra) was top notch (they nailed it)! I'll definitely come back asap to try more things. The customer service is great! They were busy but the food came out in a very timely fashion. Once again Sophia was top notch! Great job. I'll be back soon!
google avatar

Laura d.

Yelp
New location was no bueno. I understand they are trying to keep it new and fresh, but it wasnt imo. I am sad. Hopefully I am the only one that thinks this and they do well. Food was very greasy and heavy. Drinks were not appealing with the new menu.
google avatar

Katherine R.

Yelp
Okay so I was so excited to try this place and I would say 3/5. Points for the aesthetic and environment of the place very cute! Loved the layout of it. The spam fried rice is good but other than that I can say much. The drink we got was ok, the rest of the other food was ok. Underwhelming given the was people hype it up. The service was great I will say that as well.