Bold and spicy or light and delicate, filled with meat, vegetables, dumplings, or all of the above, hotpot never fails to satisfy at these 8 restaurants
Hotpot (or hot pot) is a flavourful, comforting meal with a humble yet contentious history. Great for a cold evening, a spicy detox after a big night, or a boisterous feast with friends and family, the interactive meal invites limitless possibilities. In fact, the Chinese dish has spawned many variants throughout Asia, most notably the Japanese shabu-shabu. Whichever you prefer, the format has become increasingly popular here in the Philippines, with restaurants at every corner serving up their takes.
Gather your hotpot squad and check out these restaurants serving hot pot or shabu-shabu, below:
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1. Chariman Fu Hotpot Bar
Chairman Fu offers a one-of-a-kind hotpot experience any enthusiast ought to try. With solo pots and burners, each guest may choose their own broth—and it's not an easy choice to make, with tempting options like sweet corn and chicken collagen broth, mala beef cube broth, and even a rich laksa curry. The meats here are equally impressive, with the Japanese Wagyu A5 rib-eye at the top of the list.
Tatler Tip: come hungry, as the restaurant also offers many flavoursome appetisers like mala corn ribs, cumin steak smashed cucumber, and baked slipper lobster. The hotpot bar also offers a range of cocktails and liquors to pair with your meal.
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