雄柒Xiong Qi hot pot Southampton

"A very different experience. If you haven't been before ask the staff to explain how it works or even, as we did, go for one or two of their ready selected options. There's a large pan of boiling water which is placed in the middle of the table, you can choose what you want in the water, we opted for one side spicy and the other not. You then do the cooking yourselves - adding your veg, meat or whatever else you've chosen. Ask and they'll advise on cooking time for each item (most of them we had were 2-5 mins). Once cooked you dip in your chosen sauce and enjoy. Don't be put off by the pale colour of the meat once cooked (this is how boiled meat looks), as once dipped in the sauces it tastes delicious. There are quite a few items in there you don't find on your average UK restaurant menus if you're feeling adventurous, but if not there are other items you'll be familiar with. It's great fun and a real way to bring everyone together at the table. Would recommend if you want to try something a bit different. Decor basic. Staff really friendly and helpful."

"My first hotpot experience and it was truly amazing as a newcomer! Thankfully we came with some friends who were accustomed to using hotpot and they ordered for our table accordingly. The broth itself was extremely flavourful, not too spicy. We had an array of meats, seafood and vegetables which seemed very fresh and cooked well in the broth. The staff were so friendly and welcoming too! The only complaint would be that the way to make your sauce isn’t so easy. Our friends said it’s not convenient this way and a station would be better. The price for everything we got was very reasonable too! All in all, this was a great first experience and I would definitely come back! Will be having hotpot again in the future!"

"Thoroughly enjoyed the meal and atmosphere. Nice helpful staff. Very quick service. I never had greens so fresh and crunchy in a restaurant. I would recommend it to anyone."

"[November 2021] A brilliant experience, my 11yr old who doesn't like spicy food had a tomato and mushroom based pot, I went for a rather spicier alternative! if you are not used to this method of cookery (as we were not) take the guidance of a waiter/waitress for the items you choose or be guided by a Chinese friend. Not a cheap Sunday lunch for two but probably one of the most interesting and appetising I have experienced. Book ahead to avoid disappointment, it is very busy and the predominantly Chinese clientelle is witness to the quality and originality of what you cook in your pot......yes, some of the menu items will not sit well with a westerners mindset but that is not what this place is about! Go there, eat there.... enjoy!"