Tasty Chuanchuanxiang Hotpot

The meal was delicious, what a great addition to the Sichuan hot pot scene of Chicago! We got the half-half, with medium spicy broth and the tomato broth. The tomato broth seemed a bit flat compared to other hot pot places in the city (Haidilao or Qiao Ling), we liked the spicy broth—though will try to get the spiciest level next time! Thought it was mild but satisfied that the flavors were still delicious unlike other hot pot places where the broth could get super salty and spicy as the broth boils down. The spicy marinated beef on skewers was flavorful, and because most of the meat entrees are on skewers, sometimes there could be shortages of skewers in the fridges before the staff takes out more skewers (takes time to prep). So when it gets busy, I can imagine the popular ones going out pretty fast—especially since the model is you take from the fridge of what’s available. I feel the spicy broth and the marinated meats slightly lack the intense flavors as the ones I really loved back in Chengdu, especially by the same brand, and I will probably stick to my other go-to hot pot spots in the city, but if I do want some skewers in the hot pot in Chicago — this place is it!

Took the family out and we really like the atmosphere and food. To see the kids mix their own favors with the was fun.

Came here a few days ago with my wife. the staff are super friendly and made it so welcoming. The people running this place are awesome! So super friendly and I just love the whole concept of this place! Recommended

Best food I have had for a week in Chicago. Came out to a bit under $50 pp.

We love hot pot places and we'll add this one to our list. We liked being able to get up and choose additions to our meal from the wall length refrigerator without waiting to order more. Broths were great. Service was very good - polite and attentive. No complaints!

Delicious. The homemade sauce is going to have you ever the moon, seriously, it was good on EVERYTHING!!! Don't know what the secret is but they nailed it, i mean your going to be dancing in your seat. I would like if there was a little more meat on the skewers but I was not disappointed in any way. And the staff is incredibly informative and helpful and really really nice. They are new to the neighborhood so check em out and show them some love so they stick around.

My husband and I just found out this place and really enjoyed our experience there: great service, authentic Sichuan CHUANCHUANXIANG, which is different from hot pot. We enjoyed so many different varieties with reasonable price. I love their pickle w beef, celery w beef, cilantro w beef and special shrimp and beef dishes. The staff really accommodated our need. I am thrilled to find out this place.

amazing hot pot experience! food was fresh, flavorful, and delicious! self-serve sauce station was lovely and so good! super affordable and great quality for the price, highly recommend! very sweet customer service as well :)