Old Alley Hot Pot Austin | 龙门阵火锅奥斯丁店

We are a group of very picky Chinese eaters and had high expectations - this place didn’t disappoint! Very good spicy hotpot base and good portion. Now Austin officially has its own authentic hotpot pit!

Had a fantastic experience at Old Ally Hot Pot! Food quality was top-notch - the broth options were rich and flavorful, and the selection of meats and veggies was vast and fresh. Loved the DIY hot pot experience! Service was attentive and friendly. Staff helped us navigate the menu and even checked in on us a few times to make sure everything was okay. One tiny thing: could've used a bit more spice options on the table. Overall, highly recommend Old Ally Hot Pot for a delicious and interactive dining experience!

Not only is the interior a vibe but the hot pot delivers. On par with spots in Taiwan. This is easily the best hot pot in Austin. It isn’t AYCE so expect to spend anywhere from 30-40 per person. The broths are great and the meat is cut fresh!

Absolutely delicious and delightful place to enjoy a meal with friends or family! Be sure to bring your appetite.

Absolutely loved this hotpot spot! The broth was incredibly rich and flavorful — you can tell they take their time perfecting it. Whether it was the spicy Sichuan or the savory bone broth, each sip was comforting and packed with depth. The ingredients were fresh, the dipping sauces customizable, and the service attentive. It’s one of those places where the broth alone is worth the visit. Highly recommend if you’re craving a high-quality hotpot experience! Also, get the fried dough, cannot recommend enough

everything was 10/10! food and service were amazing, and the restaurant is beautiful

Service is friendly and efficient, and prices are very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. Whether you’re on a chill dinner date or catching up with friends, it’s the kind of spot where time slips away between laughter and slurps.

Authentic Chinese hotpot experience! Amazing food. Vibes vibes vibes… definitely a must try!

Tried this new hotpot place in town and it did not disappoint! First off, the hostess was so sweet. There was about an hour wait and she updated us on the status the entire time. There's no reservations so make sure to come early or expect a bit of a wait. This is more of a traditional Sichuan hotpot restaurant and the menu and ambiance reflected that. The place was decorated like an old Chinese alleyway with windows and exposed bricks. They had a few selection of broths and you can choose between 1, 2, 3, or 9 broth combos. We tried 3 of them and they were all good. I loved how the spicy broth is made with beef tallow which made it more authentic. There was quite a bit of meat selection and we tried the beef, lamb combo for $25. Portions was quite generous but I thought the beef was too fatty. Sauce bar was a separate $3 charge and it includes sides such as kimchi and Chinese desserts which I thought was decent. Highlight of the meal was the $7 shaved ice/snow. It was so good but the portion for that was very small. All in all, we had a great meal will be back. This is definitely one of the better hotpot places in town. Not cheap but worth it IMO.