What a surprise!!!! I have lived near this place for ten years and never ventured in because it does not look like much from the outside and the reputation the previous owner had earned was bad. Wow, talk about not judging a book by its cover!! There are two other local Chinese food restaurants within 3 miles of this one, and they don't even come close!! I have eaten so many times at the other two because that was what I thought were my only choices. Well the other two will NEVER be frequented by me again as long as this place is around. My wife and I couldn't help but be stunned by the quality and taste of the food. We both agreed we had never had better or fresher tasting Chinese than Hot Pot. Really folks I can't say enough about how this restaurant is so good! They offer carry-out and I think delivery but really do yourself a favor and eat inside. It is nicely decorated and very clean inside. They obviously take great pride in their business and it really shines. The Wonton soup noodles were still firm and tasty not soggy and mushy like ever other place. The egg rolls are made to order in house by hand and served hot and fresh. The egg rolls have a unique and delicious flavor, nothing like the pre-made, pre-packaged egg rolls from most Chinese restaurants. My wife raved about how the chicken in her Lo Main was the most tender chicken she had ever eaten. The egg foo yung had a flavor that was somehow "light" tasting and too good to be true. The fried rice.........perfection. Last but not least was the dessert. The waitress recommended the fried bananas and we agreed to sample them. OH MY GOD!!! I would never have thought frying a banana could be such a wonderful dessert. I was heavenly. The only thing was the wife felt it could benefit from a light sprinkle of powdered sugar, but while I agree that would kick up the sweetness a notch I was fine with the natural sweetness. We have been back 4 or 5 times in the last two months just trying different foods and they are all prepared to perfection. The biggest thing I like is that they want your input on the food. When my wife asked about the powdered sugar for the bananas they did not have any that time but have since purchased it for future visits. That is true customer service. If you like a dish prepared slightly different than just tell them and they will do it. Also if they offer a suggestion to try something, take it! Everything they suggest has been awesome. They really want your business and try hard to earn it. Having never stepped foot in the place prior to two months ago it ranks among our top 5 restaurants anywhere!
Folks I am not the kind of person to write reviews. I just had to after eating here lately. It's for two reasons I write this for everyone....selfishness and helpfulness. Selfishness because I love the food quality, atmosphere and service and want it to be around for a long time. Helpfulness because when you see a business that tries so hard to earn your business and make sure you leave a satisfied customer you just want to help them succeed. Just give this little place a try. I am positive you will not regret it and most likely will have a new favorite, quiet place to go for a wonderful meal. Then please help spread the word so we make sure they are successful.
P.S.- The owners are Annie and her brother ( Annie told us but I cannot remember his name). Tell Annie Lorren and Tracy recommend the place to you. (No, we do not get a kick-back or free food if you do)
asianhotpotmd.com
Folks I am not the kind of person to write reviews. I just had to after eating here lately. It's for two reasons I write this for everyone....selfishness and helpfulness. Selfishness because I love the food quality, atmosphere and service and want it to be around for a long time. Helpfulness because when you see a business that tries so hard to earn your business and make sure you leave a satisfied customer you just want to help them succeed. Just give this little place a try. I am positive you will not regret it and most likely will have a new favorite, quiet place to go for a wonderful meal. Then please help spread the word so we make sure they are successful.
P.S.- The owners are Annie and her brother ( Annie told us but I cannot remember his name). Tell Annie Lorren and Tracy recommend the place to you. (No, we do not get a kick-back or free food if you do)
asianhotpotmd.com
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If I get up that way, I might just do that. But honestly, I had no idea where this was located. Now I do. Might even try it out, I love good Chinese Food.
