Zhang Liang Spicy Hot Pot — Restaurant in New York

Just wanted to try this place since there is a lot of franchises all over China. Felt like it was just okay.

It was definitely so much pricier than it’s Flushing counterparts ( The place by the corner of New World Mall food court is pretty good).

I got the beef bowl where I choose my own ingredients. They definitely skimped on a lot of the ingredients in terms of portion size. There was barely any of the stuff that I ordered and I was charged for 2.5+ for each item.

They also put the wrong order in my bag, correct receipt but misplaced order. Just a bit disorganized and overly pricey lol. Will prob go to other places for dry...

Buffet style malatang! Brialliant idea to mix the most popular Chinese dining theme together, hotpot and malatang. Another franchise store from China, modern, simple and fast. The soup base is long-shimmered oxtail soup, and the flavor and texture are quite unique, mild and thick, unlike the typical malatang in the area. This store reflects the new Chinese dinning culture very well, fresh look for a period, and it will evolve to something newer once people are getting used to it. Many people has complained about the price, but we were happy about this dinning experience. Just slightly on the...

I really liked my bowl of mala tang here! Variety of selections and friendly staff who speaks multiple languages!

Note that as someone who loves spicy food (lover of korean buldak noodles), I was recommended level 3 (normal level?) and it tasted more like 2 for me. Try level 4 if you love spicy food!

Also, the price can add up so be careful when you are adding more food into your bowl. My cousin ended up paying almost 30 for his bowl!! As of January 2020, they charge $14 per pound.

You can share a bowl! Save money and share your bowl with your friends!

Overall, I will be going back for...