Fans of mala hotpot should most definitely check out Da Long Yi. This Chinese export has over 200 outlets worldwide and is well known for their fiery soup base, which comes with oil or butter to cut through the richness of the broth. Food portions here are generous as well. Pick from the usual platters of US beef or Yagyu, Kurobuta pork belly, as well as slices of lamb. There is also a good select...

La Jiang Shan is Singapore’s first individual BBQ and hotpot buffet with free flow marinated meats, greens, carbs and more. You’ll be spoilt for choice with dozens of ingredients to choose from to complement your mala hotpot. The mala broth here is mellow, but still packs a punch. Simply perfect for cosy, rainy days! They’re also open from 11am to 6am daily, which is great for late-night suppers.

Enjoy a two-in-one dining experience at Ma La Kong Jian: Sichuan hotpot and chuan chuan (grilled meat sticks)! Take your pick from over 70 different ingredients, including a variety of fresh seafood such as mud crab and scallops. There are eight different types of broths to choose from, including a Super Spicy signature broth that is simmered for hours on end with a number of fiery spices. The spi...

Qi Li Xiang Hotpot satisfies diners and keeps them coming back for more with aromatic broths and fresh ingredients. Take your pick from seven different broths for your hotpot, including the Sichuan Spicy Soup which is delightfully numbing and spicy, loaded with dried chillies and Sichuan spices. The quality of meat here is also top notch, with premium options such as Wagyu beef, prime short rib, I...

The soup bases at Shang Pin Hot Pot are made with over 25 herbs and spices and simmered for over three hours. The Sichuan Spicy Soup base uses high-quality chilli and chilli peppers, creating something that’s simply tantalising with a strong punch. It has many similarities with Haidilao in terms of soup bases and selection of ingredients – except that it’s a whole lot cheaper! Worth a mention is a...

Newly opened at Chinatown Food Street, mala fans can get their fix of mala hotpot at She Jian Sheng Mala Huo Guo, which offers a steaming pot of numbingly spicy soup filled with seafood and meats, but also free flow fried gyozas and boiled dumplings! Dine at the refreshed alfresco space without any worry about the weather, as the street now has a high-ceiling glass shelter, allowing diners to enjo...

Another great spot if you love individual hotpots, or if you’re dining alone. With a vast collection of set meals, they cater to groups of all sizes – starting from one pax! On top of that, Shi Li Fang offers gratifying, spiced mala hotpot broths. Prices are incredibly wallet-friendly, and set meals typically include a meat dish, an assortment of vegetables, up to four soup bases, drinks and sauce...

Si Wei Xiao Chuan Chuan has not just one, or two, but three different types of spicy Sichuan soups on their menu. Take your pick from the rich and piquant Sichuan Spicy Soup with Butter, the lighter but no less punchy Sichuan Spicy Soup with Vegetable Oil, and the Local Favourite Spicy Soup which was made milder to suit local tastebuds. Expect a slight twist on tradition, as you dip skewered meats...

What’s so unique about Tong Xin Ru Yi is their broth. Apart from the fact that there are a whopping 15 different soups to choose from, they don’t just serve the purpose of cooking your choice of raw ingredients. The broths arrive brimming with premium ingredients! For those who are here for the mala hotpot, you will surely enjoy fiery numbers like Stewed Marinated Beef with Spicy Soup, Catfish wit...

The wildly popular Uncle Fong Hotpot Restaurant has made its way to our shores after being an absolute hit in Hong Kong. Founded by Mr Fong Chi Chung, affectionately known as Fang Shu Shu, who first carved his name with the Michelin-starred Putien restaurant. You can expect authentic Chongqing hot pot offerings and ingredients not commonly found at other hot pot restaurants. The soup bases are mad...