Hot Pot World （锅天下） - Tampa, Florida

Sara Himes

Larger than expected, very clean and tidy. All the food was displayed beautifully. The mushroom soup was phenomenal! The hardest part was picking one what you wanted. There was so many options, in so many new foods were tried. We will be back again for the cook your own BBQ!

N'Dea Gavin

I love it here. First, I want to preface this review with saying that I have extremely high expectations, so the fact that HotPot World delivers on my expectations every time is a quality most restaurants do not have. My family and I come here at least twice per month, if not more. The food seems to be of great quality, everything is fresh and although you cook everything yourself, it it’s all prepped very well for the BBQ grill. The staff is amazing, they are so welcoming and always very attentive to our table whenever we need something. The bathrooms are clean, and the utensils and plates are clean. I am a bit of an overbearing mom, so I don’t just take my son to any place to eat since I am a freak about germs. This place meets my expectations for me to bring my son here as well. Last but not least, they always accommodate our dietary restrictions for fried rice. The Buffett offers pork fried rice, but we cannot eat pork, so they kindly make us a fresh batch of egg fried rice whenever we come in. I am very pleased with Hot Pot World and will recommend it to anyone who’s willing to try them out!

A C

?‍☠️Arrr, gather 'round, ye scallywags, for this ol' sea dog's take on Hot Pot World!

Pros: Clean and shipshape, aye! The place be as clean as a newly scrubbed deck, with tidy restrooms fit fer even the pickiest of landlubbers. And there be plenty of room to anchor yer vessel in their ample parkin’ lot, makin’ it a convenient and fresh experience fer all ye diners.

* Aye, there be potential on the horizon! Though the current offerings be as scarce as rum in a dry port, methinks they might be plottin’ to expand their menu soon enough.

Cons: The selection, though, be as limited as a pirate’s chance at a fair trial! Compared to other hotpot taverns near USF, the vittles and appetizers be slim pickin's, and yer overall feast may be left wanting.

* The portion sizes, they be small, like a measly ration on a long voyage. With $30 per head for dinner and an extra $5 for the BBQ, ye might be wishin’ ye’d found a larger pot to fill yer belly. The lunch, however, be a bit cheaper for ye thrifty souls.

* As for sweets, arrr, ye best not be expectin’ a treasure trove! The lack of dessert be leavin' yer taste buds adrift, with naught but the memory of what could've been.

* Lastly, the ambiance—quiet as the doldrums! If ye be seekin’ the liveliness of a rowdy tavern, ye’ll be disappointed by the near-empty halls of this establishment.

Overall: Hot Pot World, she’s got some good bones, like a sturdy ship. Clean, convenient, aye, but with slim pickings fer food, small portions, and no sweet treats, ye may find yerself sailin' to other ports fer a heartier feast. Should they fix these shortcomings and offer a broader bounty, she might yet be a finer place to drop anchor.

The boy who loves freedom

Pros: Clean and comfortable: The restaurant appears to have clean restrooms and ample parking, providing a convenient and hygienic dining experience.

* Potential for improvement: While the current selection may be limited, there's a chance the restaurant is still developing its menu and offerings.

Cons: Limited variety: Compared to other hotpot places near USF, the selection of food and appetizers seems restricted, potentially limiting your choices and overall dining experience.

* Portion sizes: The small pot sizes may not be an idea for everyone. $30 per person for dinner + $5 additional for BBQ. Lunch is cheaper.

* Dessert options: The lack of diverse dessert options could leave you wanting more at the end of your meal.

* Ambiance: The near-empty atmosphere might not be ideal for those seeking a bustling and lively dining experience.

Overall:

Hot Pot World has some positive aspects, such as cleanliness and convenience. However, the limited food variety, small portion sizes, and lack of dessert options might be drawbacks compared to competitors, especially for the price. If the restaurant addresses these aspects and expands its offerings, it has the potential to be a more well-rounded dining experience.

Angie C

The restaurant is huge. Kevin was exceptional he explained the Hot Pot process. We were all pleased. I recommend coming early otherwise is kind of noisy. But hey I didn't come to speak but eat and it was really good.

elizabeth white

The food was very fresh and delicious. We sprung for the combo and definitely enjoyed both the BBQ and hot pot. The herb base soup was perfect and I think the spicy beef was my favorite BBQ choice. The house sauce was excellent. Service was friendly and responsive. The music wasn't too loud and everything was spotless.

Andrea York

Excellent friendly service, they cleared dirty dishes and kept drinks and hot pot broth filled. Good options and they had snow crab upon request at no extra charge. They also have some hot foods, e.g. fries, wings, egg rolls, and fried rice for pickier kids

I Tr

Very good food, great variety of selections. We had a family of 4 adults with 3 young children and all of us enjoyed the hotpot. The manager was very accommodating, super attentive. We definitely will come back! Highly recommend!