📍 Irvine Food Find｜This “949” Spot Has HUGE Chicken

Recently got tipped off by friends about 949 Grill and Pot Lounge — headed straight over after the kids got out of school! My little one loved their grilled pork intestines 💕 And that Sichuan-style bullfrog hot pot — the longer it simmers, the better it gets! Highly recommend! 🏮 Vibe & Atmosphere Walk in and you’re hit with industrial decor + neon lights — blue lighting, bar-style seating, super trendy and relaxed. ✅ Great for group hangs ✅ Casual catch-ups ✅ Late-night eats + drinks vibe Atmosphere score: 💯 🔥 Star of the Show｜Sichuan Bullfrog Hot Pot This pot deserves its own spotlight 👇 • Rich red oil, aromatic but not brutally spicy • Bullfrog meat is firm, not fishy or tough • Loaded with Sichuan peppercorns and dried chilies • Gets better as it cooks with glass noodles, konjac, and tofu skin 👉 It hits like: First bite — Wow, so fragrant Second bite — Okay, it’s spicy Third bite — Can’t stop now Even my kid was drawn by the smell and “inspected” it for a while 😆 (spice level is adjustable though!) ✅ Final Take If you: • Love Sichuan food • Especially ✅ bullfrog ✅ bold flavors ✅ spicy aromas • Want a place that’s not greasy, good for chatting and photos 👉 949 Grill and Pot Lounge goes straight on the repeat-visit list! 📍 Irvine 🌶️ Spice level adjustable 👨‍👩‍👧 Friends or family friendly Bullfrog lovers, raise your hands! 🙋‍♀️ Where should I explore next? #Irvine #IrvineEats #IrvineFoodies #BullfrogHotPot #FoodieReview #BullfrogLovers #HiddenGems