I underestimated their definition of “master large size” because the three of us barely made a dent in the food. The dry pot is very customizable which is nice because you can each have your own small one or just get one and have it family-style.
We ordered the grilled cooked beef and beef ox tripe combo and various toppings: napa cabbage, taro, fresh bamboo shoots, king oyster mushroom, frozen tofu, wild vermicelli, dried bean curd sheets, and Shuanghui sausage. We chose the spicy flavor and got medium spicy.
I don’t regret the spice level but it’s not for the weak because they mean it. I would personally opt for mild next time so I don’t need to take a break every few bites.
That said, the food was delicious. The meat was so tender and flavorful and every single item was coated well in the sauce. It’s also over a heat source the whole time so it stays piping hot if you mix it up.
Also, don’t skip out on the pumpkin cakes. I heard that they were good so I ordered them skeptically but it was so addicting that I kept eating more. It has a crispy outer shell from being fried but the inside is mochi-like so it has a chewy texture.
It was pretty empty on a Monday night so they seated us right away and there’s plenty of parking in...
Read moreI recently had a Spicy Dry Pot and it was great! The moment it was put down on the table, I was hit with a super nice smell. The pot was filled with a mix of different meats and veggies, all cooked in amazing spices. It looked so good!
When I took the first bite, the flavors really packed a punch. Spicy, but not too hot that it takes away from the yummy flavors of the food. With every bite, it got a bit more spicy, which was exciting.
The best part was all the different ingredients. It had chicken, beef, tofu, shrimp, and different veggies like mushrooms and lotus root. Each piece tasted of the spicy sauce while still keeping its own flavour. Meat was juicy and the veggies had a nice crunch.
The flavors went really well together – first, I tasted the juicy meat and the crunchy veggies, then the spicy aftertaste kicked in and it was like a flavor punch. The spiciness was fun, but you might want to keep some water or rice by your side.
All in all, I really liked eating the Spicy Dry Pot. If you love spicy food, you should definitely try it. I’m giving it a top score of five stars. It was an adventure in flavor and spice and it’s just something...
Read moreTasty Dining is one of my favorite spots to revisit anytime I am back in the 626. They specialize in Chinese dry pot, which is kind of like a mix between stir fry and hotpot. The best part is the meal is fully customizable!! You pick your sauce, spice level, dry pot size, base and toppings!! 😊
I’ve been here several times with my mom and family. We always order the garlic sauce and get mild or non-spicy depending on our mood.
This past visit, we got their griddle cooked beef short rib combo with fish and griddle cooked chicken cartilage (my personal favorite) with spam, noodle, mushroom and rice cake add-on. All griddle pots come with bean sprouts, cauliflower, potatoes, and celery. The portions are quite big and can be taken to go!!
The food is always packed with flavor and I love the variety of texture/items in the dish. The chicken cartilage was crunchy, while the fish filet is tender. The beef short rib was a bit chewy for me though.
In addition to good food, their prices are fair (around $20-$30 per person) and they also have lunch special where you can order a small size pot! The staff is also super friendly!! This is a must...
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