Wow, I was a little skeptical from their essentially perfect 5 star record, but man oh man was I wrong. This place is fantastic. It was my family’s first time doing hot pot and I love how they had the combo option to avoid confusion and make it a straightforward ordering process for first timers like us. Second, the broth and toppings were phenomenal. Be careful tho, the medium spicy flavor is actually spicy (lol). Our favorite topping was probably the beef tenderloin or fish and wow wow wow the popcorn chicken was absurd! The atmosphere was great, felt sorta upscale but was only ~$20 per person. Oh and the customer service was great, no weird smiling cheek to cheek and overbearingness, just timely help without us needing to ask like refilling the broth or our teapot. Really great overall, definitely not an overhyped restaurant, a well deserved 5 star record.
c
Nov 24, 2024
5
Must place to go on 9th st, right across from Harris Teeter. My friend and i got Combo B(2-3 ppl) and it was the perfect amount of food. Service was great, our server put in the beef and shrimp paste for us which was very nice of her. The meat was great quality and the fried rice was incredible!!! Im definitely going to go again the next time I'm in Durham. We got the chicken chili oil app and it was so delicious!
Edit - I went again recently and got the fried pork belly app and it was amazing!!!! (Added new photos)
Chloe Martin
Oct 21, 2024
5
We love going to Szechuan mansion hotpot! Everything is so fresh and tastes delicious in every season, but especially the fall because it is so cozy. Our favorites are the taro and spicy quail eggs.
Jessica Eason
Oct 20, 2024
3
I visited this restaurant after the Carolina Duke football game. When we finally got out of traffic and got there, we were waitlisted. I was worried because they weren't going to be open that long. As soon as I sat down, we got called another party and decided to leave. The waiter automatically bought us water without asking us what we wanted to drink. The whole process was rushed. I guess the staff wanted to get out on time, which I do understand. The rice and the fried pork belly were so good!! I wish I could say the same for the hotpot. The hotpot was bland, and I've never seen half the vegetables that was in the bowl. It was a party of 2, and they gave us one pack of noodles to split, which was odd. Then, they also gave us the smallest bowl of rice. I was so confused. If I ever go back it would be takeout for the rice and pork belly.
JayyVox
Oct 2, 2024
5
Well deserved 5 star restaurant in every way possible! I went with my dad on my birthday and it was probably one of the best places I’ve been to in my life. The quality of the ingredients is really where I’m sold. The kindness of the waiter as it was our first time their and he guided us through the menu to how to do it and even gave me a tasty bday gift I was absolutely blown away by the entire experience worth every penny. I also must mention the apple sake is over the top and is dangerously delicious 🤣 hope yall give this place a try honest 5/5 will be going back!
Jaquelin Lara
Sep 29, 2024
5
me and my bf went. We loved this place it was so good and spicy we loved itttt, the girl was so helpful too and recommended us new things and they give you cups containers to take your food if you dont finish it it super good. Recommend the Watermelon Lemon tea. Doesnt even taste like teaaa but superftr refreshing with real fruit
Cerise Author
Sep 8, 2024
5
Top notch quality on ingredients! Really good condiments station with everything from cilantro to fish, oyster, and peanut sauce. This is a new favorite!
Margaret Poltorak
Aug 25, 2024
5
One of my favorite places to go with out of town friends. Always have delicious food and great service. Would 100% recommend.
Kevin
Aug 10, 2024
5
Stop by for hot pot and this place turns out to be amazing. Despite 10 minutes wait, the hotpot soup and items are tasty, fresh and reasonably priced. Service is prompt and frequent. We ordered beef, lamb, vegetables and a few appetizers and like them all. The fruit drinks are fresh and helpful after the spicy hotpot. Very good experience and will come back again.
Rick Hadsall
Apr 27, 2024
5
Amazing place for authentic Szechuan hot pot and tasty appetizers. Service is great, the first time there you’ll be guided through how to order and find something that works for you. The hot pots can be very spicy (my favorite) to no spice at all. They have some combos to help make ordering easier, or go a la carte and craft your meal. There’s a station with lots of ingredients that helps you make your own sauces! Highly recommended.
Ayaka Matsumura
Jan 5, 2024
5
My dad was visiting Durham and we went here for lunch and it was delicious! We got the bone broth with a combo and it was more than enough for 3 people! We got to make our own sauces and it added to the experience. The staff was attentive as well! I’ve been looking for a hot pot spot and I’m glad I found a place closer to home 🤍
Rachel Rodney
Jan 4, 2024
5
Food came out really quickly and was all really good! I got half bone broth and half spicy (2 out of 3 🌶️). The spicy wasn't too intense, just right. Even though this place isn't all you can eat, we still got a lot of food for around $22 per person!
