Best Sichuan Hot Pot in KL

This hot pot restaurant will transport you to Hong Kong the minute you lay eyes on the décor and hear all the classic Cantopop music your father always whistles to. Their Sichuan Spicy broth is packed with lots of flavours and that ought to be the case, especially with the generous amount of dried chilies swimming around. Just a spoonful of the broth will bring you the authentic taste of Hong Kong. Although it’s mild in heat, the pork bone broth base will curb that annoying itch for too much spice; because it’s just that good.

It’s highly recommended by many with a claim that one would able to sniff the authenticity of Sichuan hot pot just by walking through the restaurant’s front doors. Their Mala soup base is brimming with dried chilies, so much so that everyone around the table won't be able to help but to break out in wahs and huahs. This is definitely not a place to go if you want a quick bite, because what follows after is a hundred more. It’ll be a constant battle between pain and pleasure, but fret not as it’ll end with a satisfied belly and a proud nod of acknowledgement for Lao SiChuan.

 This restaurant has always been among the top contenders for those who love spicy food. It’s only appropriate to get their signature dish, Chicken Hot Pot, especially if you’re a new face to this joint. The levels of spiciness can be tailored to patrons’ preferences, but be careful when you choose because the heat might just leave you squirming in your seat! Savour in the tender chicken as you feel the bounce of its soft flesh.

Ganguo is a variant of hot pot that is drier and more like a sauce-based version of it. Customers are given the freedom to choose their level of heat here as well, but keep in mind that even the 10% heat level is enough to leave some patrons shaking. Friends are sure to dare one another to challenge the 100% spiciness level so who’s up for it? Da Gan Guo serves up generous helpings of juicy meat that comes in big chunks. You won’t hear a complaint here about having too much vegetables and too little meat.