If you’re craving an authentic Chongqing hot pot experience in Penang, look no further than One Dish One Taste Hot Pot Gurney Plaza.
This beautiful restaurant boasts an eye-catching ceiling adorned with hanging wisteria flowers, creating a charming ambiance.
One Dish One Taste delivers the perfect punch with its signature Ma-La spicy broth.
For those who love spicy, this dynamic blend of numbing spice and rich, savory flavors will be exciting!
Lighter broths appeal to those who don’t enjoy spicy food.
Both the taste of Tomato Soup and Chicken Soup, provide a light contrast perfect for cooking your ingredients.
A Diverse and Fresh Menu
The selection of raw ingredients is impressive.
At One Dish One Taste Hot Pot, you can get everything from fresh meats like Beef, Lamb and Chicken Thigh.
Sefood lovers will enhoy the fresh Fish Fillet, Clams, and Prawns.
On top of that, they offer Fish Glue, which the staff will form into fish balls for your soup.
While the service is less overtly hands-on than other hot pot chains like Haidilao, it’s still very good.
Vegetables and handmade noodles are also available, allowing you to create a personalized hot pot experience.
The freshness of the ingredients at One Dish One Taste is immediately evident, with no hint of the frozen taste that can sometimes detract from the experience.
In particular, the delicate texture of the Fish Fillet stands out, complementing the broths beautifully.
Buffet Options: Unlimited Desserts and Condiments
What really sets this hot pot restaurant apart is its dessert offering.
For an additional RM6, guests used to be able to enjoy unlimited refills of the Nine-Square dessert box.
I’ve enjoyed on multiple visits.
The cute little desserts feature a variety of sweet treats, such as jelly, pudding, konyaku, fresh fruits, and cakes.
Diners can order unlimited ice cream.
It isn’t displayed at the dessert counter but it’s on the website online.
Having unlimited desserts is a fun and unique experience that complements the savory hot pot meal.
When it comes to dipping sauces, One Dish One Taste Hot Pot has quite a variety you can mix and match.
There are recipes to follow, or if you prefer, you can create your own concoction.
A Fun Dining Experience
One Dish One Taste Hot Pot promises a fun and satisfying, meal you can cook with your friends.
The layout encourages group dining.
It is an excellent spot for family gatherings and friends to hang out and cook together.
The setting is comfortable with modern décor and a beautiful floral atmosphere. It creates a lively yet relaxed vibe.
With attention to detail, especially in the desserts, the restaurant offers more than just a hot pot meal—it’s a complete experience.
Final Thoughts
While the meal can get pricey.
It all depends on the how many broths you choose.
I find that 2 broths is sufficient.
While the selected of fresh ala carte ingredients can add up to a hefty bill – I found the unlimited buffet (RM69.90 per person) the most economical way to enjoy.
I’ve had the buffets on three occasions.
I found the unlimited buffet (RM69.90 per person) an excellent way to enjoy a meal.
It’s worth splurging for the variety and quality of food. One Dish One Taste Hot Pot Gurney Plaza is definitely worth a visit.
Pro Tip: If you’re going in a group of four, take turns ordering, or you may end up over-ordering food you can’t finish.
Remember there’s a penalty fee for wasting food, which the servers will remind you about when starting the buffet.
For more details or to make a booking, you can contact them via WhatsApp at:
One Dish One Taste Hot Pot Gurney Plaza
Address: 170-03-86, Gurney Plaza, Persiaran Gurney, 10250, Georgetown, Penang.
Business Hours: 10 am to 10 pm, daily.
Contact Number: 012-340 0667
Blog Disclosure: This is a NOT sponsored blog post. All opinions are mine. The writer and friends paid for their meal.