Xiaolongkan Hot Pot

Good place to have a Chinese Hotpot with a decent price. The side bar offer your choices of ingredients to make your sauce along with side dishe and desert. Pleasant inside decoration that reflect Chinese culture is a plus.

This hotpot place has some good quality meats and broth. The pricing is decent too for what you get. We got the bone broth and spicy. Both were very good and the selection was diverse. The veggies were excellent, especially the corn, napa cabbage and the lotus root. The meats were also great. The ribeye, short rib, shrimp paste with roe and pepper corn beef were great. The lamb and beef belly were also good. The sauce station is very simple and constantly restocked. The staff is very attentive and constantly looking to grab empty trays and deliver orders in a very quick timely manner. The decor is very neat and cultural relevant to the Chinese food.

This hot pot spot was recommended by my Chinese friend, and it didn’t disappoint❤️ Unlike all-you-can-eat places, you select your ingredients, and they’re brought to your table. We opted for mushroom, mala, and bone soup bases. Be warned—the mala base is extremely spicy, so choose your spice level carefully🔥 The ingredients were fresh, and the service was excellent. However, the portions for each ingredient were quite large, so if you’re with fewer than three people, it might be hard to try a variety. It was wonderful to enjoy authentic hot pot again after a long time. Highly recommend!😉

To Management, I’d like to bring to your attention a very concerning issue that occurred during my recent visit to your establishment — one that unfortunately reflects poorly on your staff’s professionalism and overall customer service. After settling our bill, one of your staff members immediately returned to our table and demanded that we leave a tip, either in cash or charged to our card. As someone with firsthand experience in the restaurant industry, I found this behavior to be highly inappropriate and disrespectful. Tipping is a voluntary gesture, not an obligation — and pressuring guests in such a direct and entitled manner is completely unacceptable. This was not an isolated incident. On a previous visit, we left a $5 tip and were met with judgmental stares and overheard staff speaking negatively about us in a language they assumed we wouldn’t understand. Again, extremely unprofessional and insulting. The owner and management should seriously reevaluate how the staff is being trained when it comes to customer interaction. A welcoming and respectful environment is a key part of any hospitality business, and this kind of behavior will only drive customers away. Let me be clear: Tipping is not mandatory, and no customer should be shamed or made to feel uncomfortable over it. I hope this message serves as a serious reminder that professional conduct is essential in any business — especially one that relies on customer satisfaction. Sincerely, A very disappointed customer

This spot is incredible. I love really spicy hot pot and most places swear by their spice but this is the only spot that hits the mark. I come here when my brother is in town and we literally will go multiple times a week. The service is great too.

If you have never done hotpot before, make sure you come with someone who knows. They are not good at explaining or helping out. I would recommend to come with 4 people at least, this way you can order to share more things (meat, fish, vegetables, whatever you like). I had the gold broth (chicken soup broth) and their original broth (spicy level 1). It felt very spicy to me but I usually like mild. So it makes sense.

After watching the TV series Brothers of Sun the scene was very atmospheric. I never dared to eat in because the price was very expensive. Today I went in for hot pot at noon. It was not only clean, comfortable, tidy and beautiful, but also had a special lunch price. I was pleasantly surprised. I even felt like it when I paid. Excellent value for money.

We tried the three flavor broth hot pot, where you can choose three flavors. I like the mushroom broth, my wife likes the spicy Mala pot, and our child likes the tomato pot. This way, all three of us can enjoy our preferred flavors in the same pot. The lamb slices were thick and substantial; one plate was enough for us to enjoy. The restaurant's ambiance was great, with a pleasant atmosphere. The only thing was that the music was a bit monotonous; I listened to Blackpink all evening.

This hot pot spot was recommended by my Chinese friend, and it didn't disappoint Unlike all-you-can-eat places, you select your ingredients, and they're brought to your table. We opted for mushroom, mala, and bone soup bases. Be warned--the mala base is extremely spicy, so choose your spice level carefully The ingredients were fresh, and the service was excellent. However, the portions for each ingredient were quite large, so if you're with fewer than three people, it might be hard to try a variety. It was wonderful to enjoy authentic hot pot again after a long time. Highly recommend!

Xiao Long Kan Hot Pot delivers an unforgettable dining experience steeped in the rich traditions of Sichuan cuisine. From the moment you step into the restaurant, the ambiance transports you to old-world China with its rustic wooden décor, red lanterns, and intricate carvings. The attention to detail is remarkable and sets the tone for an authentic culinary journey. The star of the show is undoubtedly the hot pot itself. The broth options are nothing short of exceptional--whether you opt for the fiery mala (spicy) base, the nourishing herbal soup, or a combination of both in a yin-yang pot, you're in for a treat. The mala broth stands out with its perfect balance of numbing Sichuan peppercorns and rich, flavorful spices, offering a true taste of Sichuan. The ingredients are fresh and diverse, catering to all preferences. Thinly sliced meats, fresh seafood, handmade dumplings, tofu varieties, and an assortment of vegetables are presented beautifully, ensuring top quality. The highlight for many is the array of traditional Chinese delicacies like beef tripe and duck blood curd, which are a must-try for adventurous eaters. Their dipping sauce station deserves special mention. With a wide variety of sauces, herbs, and condiments, diners can customize their flavors to enhance every bite. The staff is attentive and quick to offer recommendations, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience even for first-timers. Xiao Long Kan isn't just a meal--it's an experience. The combination of exquisite flavors, cultural immersion, and warm hospitality makes it a standout choice for traditional Chinese hot pot lovers. While the prices are slightly on the higher side, the quality and authenticity make it worth every penny.

Was craving hot pot and can't say this place hit the spot. [Food 3/5]: The meat quality did not meet my expectations. It was really tough to eat. We got the short rib first and I would not recommend it. We got a plate of the rib eye next and it was slightly better, but could be more tender. [Service 1/5]: The service was definitely needs improvement. I came during mid day at 4pm and the restaurant only had 3 tables. They brought out all our food pretty fast, but we were waiting for the soup for 15 minutes. We were joking how they must be making the soup super fresh or something. However when we asked, the chef totally didn't see the order. I also felt like the waiter could've checked for us, since we've been just sitting there waiting for the soup to come out to cook the raw ingredients. However, I felt like he was not attentive and not on the floor most of the time. [Ambiance 5/5]: I love the interior decor and I'm happy I didn't smell like hot pot after leaving. Also be aware that they charge $6 for the sauce bar. We were unaware prior so we felt like it was kinda sneaky they didn't tell us prior. Overall, I feel like there's definitely better hot pots around. It was a nice try, but I wouldn't come back.

Wanted to try this place because I saw it in the show Brothers Sun. The interior reminds you of China and it's pretty aesthetic as well. I tried their spicy broth and their white beef bone broth. The spicy broth was good, had a good flavor to it but was way too oily. The white beef bone broth reminded me of the one in hai ding lao, but lacked flavor. They have a sauce bar which you can pay for to make your own sauce. Not sure why it wasn't included. The meats were regular meats, nothing crazy. But their noodles here were super good, definitely getting it next time. Service was fast and friendly. Price wasn't bad as well. I'd come back to try other things on their menu.

Not up to par. Went on a weekend afternoon, but the place was pretty dead. The ambiance wasn't as vibrant as the main photos make it seem. The tables, floors, cups, and plates didn't feel clean or comfortably hygienic. The broth was okay, the meat was edible, and the condiments/topping/sauce bar felt poorly monitored, especially considering how open it is. not bad service though!

We visited on a busy Friday evening but were seated immediately despite the crowd. The interior is stunning, with traditional decor elements like red lanterns, intricate woodwork, and inscribed wall plaques, creating a beautiful ambiance. We ordered the 2-broth combo: the house special (Szechuan pepper broth) and pork broth. We also tried the squid, fish combo, beef combo (which included the super tender crystal beef), mushroom combo, and two veggie combos. The broth flavors were excellent, but the highlight for me was the snack station where you could customize your dipping sauces and enjoy fruit and sesame balls for dessert. Service was friendly and quick. It's a fantastic spot for a romantic night out, thanks to the lovely decor and atmosphere.

Go once: Yes! Go again: Definitely! The food here was really good. We ended up getting 3 different soups, but I think in the future, we'd probably go with just two. The surprise flavor was the tomato soup. I hadn't ever had it before. I know it can be relatively common, but I always stuck with the more common flavors. I definitely feel like I've been missing out! We had lots of vegetables and mushrooms, which were super fresh. The meat cuts were just about perfect too. The sesame balls at the service table were excellent too. I must have had about 6 of them. Can't say I was disappointed whatsoever except for 1 thing - the shrimp chips. I know it's minor, and it really is, but they were pretty stale and disappointing, but I'm not about to drop a whole star just for that one issue. Could've just been on that day. Overall, very much worth going to again.

This spot used to be one of my favorite places for Chinese hotpot when they first opened, but with so many hotpot spots in the SGV, I hadn't been back in a while. I saw that they were featured in "The Brothers Sun," so when my friends suggested we eat here recently, I was excited. We came on a weeknight, and it wasn't busy, but the store had this weird smell I couldn't ignore. After seating, we scanned the QR code to order and got the duo pot with half spicy/half bone broth. Their ingredient selection felt limited compared to other hotpot spots. The spicy broth was bland, so we asked the server for more flavor, and he gave us more chilis, oil, and salt mix to doctor it ourselves, which felt like a chemistry experiment. Even with that, the broth wasn't great. I always order youtiao (Chinese fried dough) at every hot pot place that has it, but this was one of the worst ones ever--cold, soggy, and limp. Definitely the worst. The sauce bar was small, items took a while to refill, and the fried sesame balls were literally raw inside. Overall, it was a disappointing experience, not how I remembered it. Goodbye XiaolongKan, I won't be back.

A bit pricier than my usual hot pot spot, especially with some smaller portions and (according to the meat eater of my party) the quality of meat was not as good as you'd expect. However the ambiance of this restaurant takes you I n a little journey away from California! Whenever I come here, I feel like this is the place to take folks...just for the decor alone. The sauces here are also good, and I personally feel like they have more options than my go to. The other thing I love is their mushroom broth. While my go to spot has the dried and preserved delicious mushrooms that look like they've been stored for thousands of years (the good stuff!), this place seems to use fresh mushrooms that I ended up devouring as if I ordered a fresh mushroom plate on the side. Their broths are very delicious! Service wise, I was impressed as they were constantly coming over to refill our soup (because I kept drinking it, hehe!) Overall, it's just a bit pricier than I'd expect, and would love to have better portions as well, but I'd definitely come back if i were in Alhambra and craving hot pot nearby!

After we had a craving for hot pot in the area and parked in the lot we were so ready for this. The beef tongue came with an ample portion. Bamboo fungus could be a bit less limp. They provide a few dessert options like pineapple, ice jelly, and sweet rice. Crystal beef is tenderized! Highly recommend of all the meat options. As for sauce options, they don't have ponzu but they do have black vinegar and house special sauce. The service was fast but not sure if it's because we were there before the dinner rush I really miss when they had outdoor dining. My hair smells like hotpot and the outdoor aspect helped with this.

This place hits all of the marks: gorgeous atmo, sweet service, delicious food, great portions, excellent value. Not only can you get a soup divided into three kinds of base (such as bone broth, mushroom, spicy, etc.), but their offerings to put in it are quite lavish - including duck feet and pig's brains, if that's your bag. Sauces bar is a bargain at a $2.98 addon, and includes not only the dipping sauces, but sesame balls and shrimp chips and pineapples and seaweed salad and jelly desserts. They're also fair about letting you take home leftovers without hassling you about how many containers you want to put it in. Highly recommended.

Pretty mediocre... I had high hopes for this spot, but unfortunately it did not live up to my expectations. The soup bases were pretty good, but the meat was not very good. The Wagyu was mediocre at best and didn't really seem like Wagyu. Pretty terrible marbling. There were also bone shards we kept biting on in every piece of meat (see the photos) that made the dining experience pretty bad. The rice was definitely old and hard. Total was $140 for two before tip and tax. I'd so much rather spend $70 per person for Australian Wagyu at Mikiya.

I was craving for hot pot for dinner since it was kind of chilly but I don't like AYCE places so I was looking forward to trying this place out. Luckily we didn't have a wait around 5 PM but it got busy as we were getting ready to leave so I would suggest coming early. Really liked the traditional chinese decorations inside. Ordering is done through their online ordering system and it was pretty easy to navigate. Everything came out pretty fast and it was easy to add additional items if needed. We ordered a 3 soup base pot and I really appreciated how the servers came around to check on us multiple times and would ask if we wanted more soup when they saw we were running low. Their quality of meat is pretty good and though I am not a fan of the more unique meats (organ, brain, etc), I do like how it's offered. I'll definitely come back on a cold night!

My son and I wanted to try this place out after we saw it in the Netflix series, 'Brothers Sun'. It is an hours drive from our home at West Hills, but we still did it just to try this place out and Boy!!! where we not totally satisfied and had the best time of our life, trying this new cuisine. We were helped by the host, who explained how the ordering works, we picked two different broth, options, ordered beef slices, lamb and four different types of veggies. In addition, she asked us to get the salad and sauce bar so that we can make our own sauce. There are many recommendations for different types of sauces you can make. Although I did not understand why we needed the sauce, it dawned on me after we started eating. Once the broth starts boiling, you need to put the meat and vegetables into the broth and cook. You can also put your carbs which was noodles in our case into the broth to let it cook and you take it out and then dip it in the sauce so that it has a flavour. That's how we use the bowl full of sauce. It was an amazing experience. The food was fantastic. Highly recommended, five Stars!!!!

After a romantic weekend bingeing The Brothers Sun on Netflix, my boyfriend had the most glorious idea to come to Xiao Long Kan, since it was one of the restaurants from the series. I was sooooo excited and super on board with his suggestion. Definitely a HYPE move, and sadly the experience did not compare with the scene we saw in the show. Upon entering we were seating and pretty much ignored. There is a QR code for you to scan and order yourself through the browser. For the broth we went for the 2 Broth Flavor ($14.98) and opted for the Tomato Broth and the Golden Broth. We shared Beef Belly ($9.98), Pork Kidney ($7.98), Veggies Combo ($8.98), Meatball Combo ($8.98), Dried Tofu Slice ($4.98), and Noodles ($4.98). We also opted for their Sauce and Snack Bar ($2.98/person). We arrived around 8pm (they close at 10pm that night) and there were spots that were already empty and not getting restocked. If I'm paying extra for this I expect it to be maintained. Not impressed. So when we got back from the sauce bar, the food had arrived at our table. We began eating. I found the tomato broth here bland and less flavorful than other similar businesses. The beef belly was really tough and chewy, not the greatest quality. I feel like there was nothing special about the meal. I'm fine with zero service but then their male staff strangely comes over, doesn't say anything, just turns off our pot WHEN THERE WAS STILL RAW FOOD TO BE COOKED! What the heck?? I turned it back on cause it's a similar system to the one boiling point has. And then another female staff member comes over and tells us we need more base, but they don't put in the base you order, they just put in UNFLAVORED BASE. It dilutes the flavor. They said if they don't add base they have to turn it off again. Once again STILL HAVE FOOD LEFT TO COOK. I said fine but add a little bit. She pours in a bunch. SO TACKY!! HaiDiLao refills my pot with the flavor I order AND they have exceptional service. This place has high end décor with the façade of being fancy but there is no to poor service and mediocre food. And their staff was just no where to be seen. How do we pay and GET OUT? Not on the browser... no one to flag down. We just went to the front and waited for another while until someone cashed us out. DEFINITELY NOT A LUXURY EXPERIENCE. I adore my boyfriend and how he is so thoughtful to take me here but we agreed we wouldn't come back. Total gimmick, one and done type of experience.

Tried their $3 per plate of lamb/beef lunch special - thought the meat quality was decent. 4 orders were just enough food (plus a plate of veggie combo) for the 2 of us. The total was still a bit more expensive than ordinary lunch since you have to pay extra for soup and sauce/snack bar. But overall - it was an enjoyable lunch experience.

Great food for an affordable price (got the summer special with 2.99 a plate for beef!). During lunch time, there were many seats available. The meat was good quality and the soups are very favorable. I usually stick with bone broth, but the mushroom broth was also very good with lots of various mushrooms. There is also a sauce bar with some snacks such as shrimp chips, cucumbers, etc with $3 per person. Coming again!

Great! Efficient ordering system via QR code. Sauce bar is delicious! Shrimp paste, fried tofu skin, noodles were great! Tomato base was also great! Much better than HDL! Would come back.

Awesome place for high-quality Hot Pot with all of the essentials. We were able to order everything on a tablet and everything was served in blocks and in a timely manner. We opted for the Wagyu and regular Beef as well as a few sides including fish tofu, quail eggs, spam, and fried pork. The sauce bar has a variety of choices as well as shrimp crackers, cucumbers, and a few other snacks for the table. The cucumbers were a favorite of mine and I found myself going back for multiple servings! Everything was of great flavour and quality which makes this place one of my favorites. The spicy soup can be a bit much if your spice tolerance isn't high. It's more of a numbing spicy. This place is a bit on the pricier side depending on how hungry you are and how many people in your party. Though there is no AYCE option, I think this place is well worth the price. We were able to be seated right away at a mostly empty restaurant at around 1 PM on a Saturday. Whether you need your Hotpot fix or want a new place to try with friends, this is the perfect place. Will definitely be back again soon!

Tried Xiao Long Kan Hot Pot, and it was just okay. While the ingredients were fresh, the main disappointment was the soup base--it lacked the depth and rich flavor I expect from a good hot pot. The spicy broth was more oily than flavorful, and the non-spicy options were pretty bland. The atmosphere was nice, and service was decent, but without a good soup base, the overall experience felt lacking. Hopefully the broth will get better on our next visit.

Came to XLK for dinner with my girlfriend last week - I didn't realize it was the spot they filmed some scenes for The Brothers Sun on Netflix until we walked in! The interior decor is very Chinese style, and the aroma right from opening the door is of spices (peppercorn/mala). We were seated immediately around 6pm (not too busy), but the restaurant did get busy around 7/8pm. Parking is easy, they have a lot behind the restaurant or street parking on 2nd St. You scan the QR code to order for your table. My gf and I wanted non-spicy broth option so we just chose 1 broth (Golden Broth), and since my gf doesn't really use sauces, so only I got the ~$3/pp unlimited self-service sauce/appetizer/dessert bar. Self-service bar includes: house sauce, satay sauce , they also have sesame sauce, cilantro, green onion, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, some oil jars that I'm not sure if it was sesame oil or something else; appetizers included a mildly spicy cucumber salad and pickled radish; desserts included: sesame balls w/ red bean paste filling, grass jelly, white snow fungus soup). The bill can add up fairly quickly since everything is a separate item, especially if you get multiple broth flavors it increases by a few dollars for each broth, up to 4 I think. We got some veggies, glass noodles, lotus, fried fish tofu, fish balls with roe, and ribeye and beef tongue. Both the ribeye and beef tongue were good! They also offer some pretty *adventurous* meats like bullfrog, pork brain, organ meats, etc. Overall I liked the flavor of the broth and I'm curious to try their house spicy broth and others and will be bringing my mom to try too! Restrooms are clean and service is quick to bring out everything you order table-side. However, flagging a server down when it gets busy can sometimes be difficult. The great thing is we had a bunch of broth leftover and they gave us two soup containers to take it home! I was happy that it wasn't being wasteful like some AYCE hot pot places can be.

Came here because of brothers sun. What a big disappointment! The meat quality was very mediocre, even the Wagyu tasted low quality. Service was F at best, half of the pot wasn't even boiling, instead of switching seats for us they blamed it on the material of the pot, so they exchanged a new pot for us, still the other half didn't boil. At this point we gave up on asking them for help. During the entire meal not once did any server came by to ask if we needed anything, our pot literally boiled down to the bottom(see pic) and still no one came to offer adding more soup. This place looks pretty but tastes nasty and service is on the same level as the food. I would recommend avoid this establishment, with the price point you can have way better meal and 100x better service at Hai Di Lao, or Xpot.

Exceeded my expectations with the quality of their ingredients and portion size! Love how they have the option to do 3 soup bases rather than just 2. The spicy mala, beef bone broth, and mushroom bases were all very solid. Surprised at how solid their beef quality was and that they had beef tongue. Their other veggies and tofu products were also very fresh. Enjoyed how their shrimp paste had a strong white paper flavor and they offer to help you divide/cook it. They have a solid range of appetizers, sauces, and desserts. The garlic cucumbers and chicken feet were my fav to start off. They have all the standard sauces for you to mix. Everything was really clean and temperature/ventilation was well regulated. We were surprised we didn't smell like hotpot after! Loved the traditional Chinese decorations. It was easy to navigate their online ordering system. Service was pretty good too; they checked in on us regularly and added soup in a timely manner. I initially was thinking we would have to ball out for this place but their portion sizes were much bigger than expected so it ended up being affordable. Compared to other hotpot places in the 626, this place was very well-rounded and worth coming back!

This is the hotpot spot that's featured in The Brothers Sun on Netflix! Love the hotpot here

This place is a gimmicky restaurant with its Ancient Chinese exterior (that's pretty much been done to ad nauseum by now). I've only been here once prior but was too drunk to eat any food since I was at a friend's bday winery bash earlier that evening. Anyway, fast forward to this time. I came early at 5pm on a Saturday and was able to get a table for 3 with zero problems. The staff were nice enough. I actually like ordering through a QR code so no orders would be misheard when being placed. I was super happy that they have Soju for 9.98 and beers were at a very reasonable price, too. It was easy to add to our order and the staff brought everything out with no mistakes. The soup bases were decent and the freshness of the ingredients were good. I didn't have any complaints about anything. Everything was CLEAN and pretty standard. We ordered 2 soup bases. The beef broth seemed a little too bland, but the house spicy was good at medium. My friend thought the medium spicy was more like hot spicy, but I thought it was just right until the next morning on the t. LOL. I would return again. This place is actually a solid 3.5, but I will round up because I had a good experience. I'm not in love with it like I am with Mikiya (which is shabu shabu style), but I now understand why some of my friends keep coming back.

For my latest foodie escapade, I took the plunge to try out Xiao Long Kan in Alhamba, CA, for a taste bud rollercoaster! It's a item-by-item hot pot order experience where you get to be the master chef. You pick your broth and add additional dishes to cook right there in your shared hot pot. Think of turning dinner time into a fun and delicious game! My boyfriend and I got the "Half and Half Two Flavor Broth" to get the best of both worlds. On one side, there was the House Special Chili Broth 小辣 (Small Spicy) for a spicy flavor party. The other, had the Beefbone broth for a rich and savory soup base, a classic choice for a base. Both broths were like a warm embrace for your taste buds. As for our items to cook in our hot pot, we got Veggies Combo, Beef & Lamb, Shrimp Paste with Roe, Wide Potato Noodles, Fresh Tofu Skin, Winter Melon, and Taro. It sounds like a lot for just 2 people and I definitely went overboard on ordering these items - just because I was so excited with the variety of options. My favorite was their speciality "Rice Cake Lucy Bag." It's like a little pocket of joy! It had shrimp and roe and was wrapped in a egg pocket I believe? I've never had anything like this and I loved it so much I would come back just for this item! On top of the variety of items, there is a sauce making station as well as complimentary side snacks like cucumber salad, grass jelly, etc. The make your own sauce section is a must-have. As a sauce-loving gal, I find myself dipping every item in sauce so it's a necessity. They will charge $2.98 for the sauce & snacks section per person FYI. The real charm of Xiao Long Kan is the communal experience. Grab your buds, family, everyone you know to have a fun party here. So if you're ever in Alhambra and ready for a warm and flavorful meal, make a beeline to Xiao Long Kan. I'm already plotting my next visit here!

Very good hot pot place, service is quick and attentive and all ordering is done via tablet to ensure food can always be coming. Beside the standard meats, they have some really good seafood options and noodles to end the meal. Lastly, they have a fully stocked sauce bar with a few cold apps. A little bit on the pricier side but quality and experience is worth it IMO.

As a person who likes to eat spicy food, Xiaolongkan hot pot is a good choice, it is a good price, beautiful flavor, the service of this family is also very good, the service is very enthusiastic, every time I invite my friends to eat a hot pot I will come to this restaurant!

Alhambra has a lot of hot pot restaurants, but this restaurant must be one of the best ones. I dined here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon with friends, and we were seated immediately. Mind you, Xiao Long Kan is not an AYCE restaurant, but the quality of the food is great. The orders are placed through a QR code, and you just add whatever menu items you want onto the cart with your smartphone. The broth selection is varied too; there is tomato, pork bone, mala (spicy), and more. And, like many other Chinese hot pot restaurants, there is a self-serve sauce bar at the front. The food came out quickly, and we experienced good service. Parking is located at the back of the restaurant, although there is optional street parking as well.

Very cute gimicky hot pot restaurant!! My friends watched brothers sun and really wanted to come here so we came for dinner on a Sunday evening. At 5:30pm the restaurant wasn't even half full. They have a salad bar with appetizers, fruits, and desserts. There's also a build your own sauce station. We ordered beef belly, crystal beef, mushroom platter, duck blood, veggie platter, and an assortment of fish balls. Everything tasted generally fresh. The bone broth was flavorful - I don't eat spicy so I didn't have the other one. Wait staff is just ok here. A lot of them crowd to a corner and just hangout, chit chat, and don't really pay attention which was not great. Bathroom was actually pretty dirty and disgusting. There's plenty of street parking in the smaller streets nearby. I didn't eat much but we ended up paying $30 per person which seems a bit steep in my opinion. I loved the sesame balls in the dessert bar. The overall experience could be fun for families with kids, inexperienced hotpotters, or couples on a date!

Great helpful staff service. Great fresh food and hot pot sauces etc!! Own Big parking lot at the back. Clean and spacious restaurant. We had wonderful family and friends time here. We will be back!!

The perfect place for szechuan hot pot. Went here for the first time with a friend and it was an amazing experience. The interior and ambiance was beautiful and you definitely feel transported to another world. You scan to order a la carte and it was very simple to do. My friend and I ordered $105 worth of food and it all came out roughly 5-10 minutes after. We were used to how small the portions from other hot pot spots are so were pleasantly surprised how big the portions were here for the price. Let's say we definitely got a lot of bang for the buck. The house special chili broth was very flavorful and we did it in little spicy so we can still enjoy the food without breaking a sweat. The miso was the perfect opposite to help us in cooling down from the spicy. My favorites items were the crystal beef slices and beef tongue. The noodles were also very good when cooked in the chili broth. Overall, my friend and I feasted and left feeling full and happy. The staff was also very attentive and helpful. I already know I am coming back for the quality and the price can't be beat. I definitely understand all the rave behind this place. Can't wait to come back for more!

This place is pretty good overall. The selection of broths includes a truly spicy and rich broth, and the cuts of meat are thinly sliced so you can cook them almost instantly in the hot pot. You can also make your own dip for the meat, with a bar that has all sorts of sauces you can mix to your own preference. A big plus is the free bar that accompanies your meal, which has nicely spiced cucumbers and chicken feet, as well as fresh fruit and other dessert items. A note of trivia: This was the restaurant in The Brothers Sun on Netflix (episode 3 I think) and I played the snarky waiter serving two of the main characters (I am definitely not a professional actor though; this was right place/right time to get cast).

Always over eating here because it's so good. I've brought friends and family here- it's a big hit every time. Services is on point and the vibes are great.

I've driven by this restaurant so many times, and was super excited to finally get a chance to check it out. The interior looks really cool, with all of the Chinese lanterns and decor. However I couldn't help but feel a bit left down after my experience. Although the servers were friendly for the most part- the food was just okay, the sauce and snacks bar was disappointing (which you have to pay per person), and the tables and spacing felt very cramp. My food barely fit on the table, and the aisles were so small, that only one side of tables had a food cart extension. I was also surprised at how a lot of the meats did not look fresh. Nothing special or distinct about the taste. Sauce and snacks bar was also very limited, and not replenished regularly. Doesn't really justify the cost pp. Additionally, even though the restaurant closes at 10pm, they cut off the music and handed out all of the checks at 9:20pm... And when I asked if they were closing, no response... eek Just uncomfortable and an awkward situation. Even though the pricing felt a bit premium, I felt like I was eating at an AYCE restaurant lol. Parking lot is behind the restaurant. A little small, and especially dark after hours. Doesn't feel very safe, fyi. Had to use my phone light. Some of the promotional advertisements looked appealing though, so maybe I will come back again to check those out in the future. Call restaurant to confirm before coming.

Delicious Sichuan hotpot!! Great price and great food. Pro: - delicious foods - chicken feet for complimentary - good prices - nice interior - food comes out fast - Happy hour !!(till 6pm) - 3 soup bases to choose (medium was spicy but good) - sauce bars - small dessert sections Cons: - Small parking lot - service was okay

We came for a surprise birthday for one of our coworkers. It was my first time here and I was surprised just by the pretty interior. I showed up late because the uber cancelled my ride twice so my coworkers did all the ordering. Everything taste pretty good and the price is reasonable.

Came here during lunch on a Saturday. It wasn't very busy. I think about 3 other groups were in the restaurant. So lunch is a good time to stop by if you hate crowds or waiting. Ordering is on your phone after scanning the QR code. First time I hit order, it didn't actually go through like I thought it did. I went up to a server to ask and they showed me. I tried 3 soup bases. One of them was the classic spicy base. Still pretty spicy even though I chose mild so be prepared. The meat and veggies were good quality and clean. Would eat here again.

The weekday lunch special has best price value in town. Even if you come with group of 3 or 5 people, you can still order their 2 or 4 person set. The extra person only need to pay for the sauce fee. I would say their set are well enough for the group, we often left with leftover. Definitely will return when I get the have day off on weekdays.

Space is large with parking in the rear. They have a few tables for larger parties but most of the tables are setup for 4 people. That being said, you can reserve a VIP room for $300 min which is perfect for 7-8 people. This is the first hot pot place I am genuinely excited about. I recommend it to my friends and look forward to returning during LA's colder days

It's delicious. So happy with the value for the price we paid along with what we got in terms of quality and portion size.

This used to be one of my favorite hot pot spots. However, the service has become horrible! Food quality has also decreased and their broth is now super bland. Took us four tries to get our water refilled. It's close to impossible to get their attention. I had made eye contact with two servers and they just ignored us. Expect 18%+ tips for doing the bare minimum! Due to their lack of service, we gave them a 10% tip and they chased after us to get an explanation! They give us the BS on how they depend on tips to live and how in America 18% of tips are the bare minimum. If they want to receive a good tip, they should have given us the 18% service. Additionally, as a customer, we are paying for the food, not your salary! If the owner is not paying you enough, shouldn't you be going after the owner, not the customer? Not coming back anymore! I understand why they are getting fewer and fewer customers now.

So this place was like walking into a traditional place in China with its decor. Really nice and clean and really beautiful. I was impressed as my son and I walked in and saw the self serve bar for the dips, side dishes, and dessert. Everything was a la carte style of ordering which is very traditional. The menu had various types of broths but we went with the spicy mala traditional broth and also the golden broth. Both were good but we loved the spicy broth sooo good be warned you can go numb tongue. We ordered up a storm of beef, quail eggs, bamboo, large basket of veggies. The quality of ingredients was amazing simply awesome food and for the two of us was a little over $100 including tip I mean we ordered up a storm. I would highly recommend coming here if you love traditional flavors and spicy. It was really good. The staff was friendly

this place was recommended by a friend from China who loves mala hotpot. the mala hotpot was so addictive! i cant even take spice that much but i just couldnt stop myself from having more! Interior was very nice! I would recommend this place if you wanna take a tourist around for mala.

Who has an insatiable craving for hot pot? ‍me! XLK is definitely on my top 3 hot pot places in SGV. The interior is super cute and service is attentive. Favorite things about this place is the 3 pot split which you don't see often! I love the spicy and the original broth but sometimes a little tomato broth is also delicious! Make sure to get the deep fried tofu skin and the shrimp pockets! A side of rice cakes with brown sugar and sesame also a must. They have plenty of sauces and starters at the self serve station, and of course everyone appreciates the free fruit at the end of a delicious meal :p.

Food here is pretty good. Our go to spot is typically Yuans or XPOT, but we wanted to try something different since we were in the area so gave this a shot. The interior, sauce bar, and menu selection are all very familiar with all the 626 sichuan hot pot places that have popped up in the last few years. Nothing particularly good or bad, would come back if we were in the area again!

The food was good, the spicy beef oil broth was very flavorful. We got 3 broths (beef oil, bone broth and golden broth). I don't think they salted the golden broth because it was bland but I didn't really mind because I just mix it with the bone broth if I want to drink it. Meat was good: beef belly, pork belly, beef tongue! Amazing!!! Then everyone recommended the crystal beef so I figured I'll try but my hubby and I think it's nothing exceptional and they were thick cute so it was kinda hard to eat. Service was alright, food came very quickly.. which was great and they are very fast and taking the empty plates/bowls, even if they have to reach right in front of you while you are eating (which I think was kinda rude) Overall was great, will come back again if I crave Chinese Sichuan Hotpot :)

Portions are huge and the price was amazing. Look at the fried bean curd for example! It's homemade and they have plenty for us to be full. We are hot pot connoisseurs and always trying to find the next best pot place and this one is one of those that we truly recommend. The interior is like stepping into a traditional Chinese restaurant which I love. The place is clean and they have additional tables for the extra plates. That's what I'm talking about. The sauce station has eveyrthing and one thing in particular is the app bar. The app bar has peanuts and chicken feet which is really what won me over. I couldn't stop eating them! The broth is clean and worthy of a return. We got the 3 broths and each were unique in flavor. Will I be coming back? Absolutely!

If you like spicy food, this place is for you! If not ... probably best to try your luck at a different format of restaurant. The service was not bad from what I recall - they were pretty good about repeatedly clearing our table of empty plates, etc. Kudos to the management/owners for going with such eye-catching classical interior styling (which is what got my attention to try this place out in the first place). Ordering is done through a QR code on your phone, after which the main items (raw meats, noodles, veggies, broth) are brought to your table. There is also a self-serve buffet offering additional items, such as Spicy Chicken feet, Cucumbers, Mung Bean Porridge, sauces, etc. The customer seating is quite hard and uncomfortable. The parking lot is not the largest, but we came early and were able to easily obtain a spot.