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🔥 Spicy Hot Pot Spot in Manhattan—MUST TRY!! 🔥

Not exaggerating—I was still thinking about this meal hours later. My boyfriend and I both agreed: this is hands-down the best hot pot in Manhattan.

📍 Mala Hot Pot (35 W 36th St., New York, NY 10018)

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🫕 THE BROTH: We went for the 9-grid medium spice—perfectly numbing & flavorful without any bitterness. The chili oil was thick and fragrant, but not overwhelming. Just pure, deep Sichuan flavor.

🍢 THE INGREDIENTS:

✔️ Fresh eel skewers (YES, eel!! Super bouncy & flavorful—MUST TRY)

✔️ Duck blood (silky smooth)

✔️ Fried egg (soaks up all that spicy broth like a sponge, insane flavor)

✔️ Everything was top-tier fresh—we just kept eating non-stop 🫠

🍮 THE SWEET ENDING:

The owner personally made us a soy milk pudding—so silky & delicious that we had to ask for the recipe 👀

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Biggest regret? Not taking the broth home 🥲

I asked my boyfriend THREE times if we should pack it up but chickened out. Now I’m lying in bed wishing I had. Next time, I’m 100% bringing a container for that soup 🏃‍♀️

🔥 If you love authentic, spicy hot pot, GET HERE ASAP before the lines start forming.

#lemon8partner #nycfoodreview #chinesefoodnyc #nycfoodrecommendation #nycguide

2025/3/11 Edited to

Mala Hot Pot, located at 35 W 36th St., New York, NY, provides an authentic hot pot experience that captures rich Sichuan flavors. The restaurant is particularly known for its vibrant, spicy broth that balances heat with aromatic chili oil, creating a delightful base for various ingredients. The unique offerings like fresh eel skewers and duck blood elevate the experience, making each bite a burst of flavor that keeps diners coming back for more. Hot pot is a communal meal, perfect for sharing, and contributes to the overall dining enjoyment as guests can customize their meals with a variety of fresh veggies, meats, and seafood. For dessert, the silky soy milk pudding crafted by the owner is a perfect way to end the meal. If you're in NYC and seeking an authentic hot pot, Mala Hot Pot is the place to be. Be sure to arrive early to avoid long wait times as this spot is popular among locals and visitors alike. Don’t miss out on this culinary treasure that promises satisfaction in every bite!

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