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The Best Hot Pot Restaurants in Toronto

Johnny Ly

almost 2 years ago

Winter is just around the corner and nothing is more satisfying than a hot bowl of soup when things start getting chilly. Or a massive pot full of broth for you to dip as many meats and veggies as you like. Chinese hot pot is the variation of fondue that utilizes a boiling pot of broth, typically bone-based and most popularly spicy. You're provided raw meats, starches, vegetables and more to flash cook and consume. Hot pot restaurants have been around for quite some time, but there seems to have been a renaissance in the cuisine in recent years. We've seen an influx of popular brands overseas, opening locations in and around Toronto in the past few years.

Here are some of the best hot pot restaurants in Toronto.

254 Spadina Ave

Liuyishou Hotpot Downtown Toronto

This spot is one of the most popular hot spot restaurants in the city, with several locations across Toronto and the GTA. They have all-you-can-eat options that will guarantee you leave stuffed. They also have a signature soup base made with premium beef oil and reservations are highly recommended.

107 Parkway Forest Dr

Beijing Hot Pot

Quite possibly the most underrated spot on this list, Beijing Hot Pot consistently delivers on some of the best quality hot pot. This small corner spot in an unassuming shopping plaza delivers high-quality meats and veggies with a simple choice in broths.

327 Spadina Ave.

Chine Legendary Hot Pot

This AYCE hot pot restaurant is located in Chinatown and is one of the best spots downtown. They offer a variety of soup bases and meats. They also offer extensive snacks and prepared foods that will satisfy anyone while waiting for round after round of orders.

5328 Hwy 7 Suite 4

Haidilao Hot Pot

Possibly the most well-known brand from overseas, Haidilao prides itself on its customer service just as much as its food. The offering is a la carte with a variety of options and they will even be brought out via a cat robot on staff. Be sure to order the noodles and request a dance to be treated to a show with dinner.

3989 Hwy 7

XiangZi Hot Pot

This spot in Markham offers higher-end hot pot cuisine. The interior is exquisite and they have a self-serve buffet in the centre for patrons to enjoy. They are definitely on the pricier side as they have more upscale offerings, but not one to miss either.

350 Hwy 7 Unit 105

Dalongyi Hot Pot

One of China's most popular chains has a location in Richmond Hill, where numbing spice broths made of Sichuan peppercorns and chilis live. They dabble in some higher-end meats like Japanese wagyu, goose intestines, Black pork belly, foie gras and even Kobe beef.

3280 Midland Ave unit 29~31

Xiaolongkan Chinese Fondue

This popular hot pot restaurant offers a beautiful setting to accompany its maliciously spicy soup base. The flavours are numbing and they have a wide variety of items to choose from, so you'll be sure to leave satisfied.

3260 Midland Ave F111

Ye Skewers Hot Pot

One of the more unique options on this list, Ye Skewers has all the familiarities of a hot pot restaurant but with a cool twist. Everything is served on skewers that are dropped into your bubbling pot of broth. You just go up to the self-serve area and pick out whatever meats and veggies you like, all of which are skewered for ease.

421 Dundas St W

Happy Lamb Hot Pot

They are one of the more affordable AYCE hot pot spots in Toronto. With locations across the city, they are more well-known to frequent hot pot diners and quality is always good. They are consistently packed, so reservations are a necessity.

241 Consumers Rd

Hot Pot 9

One of the newer spots on this list, Hot Pot 9, already has established locations in Chicago and Montreal. Their Toronto outpost is located in North York and comes with grandiose decor and a massive menu.