The most popular hot pot restaurant chain in North America. This contemporary restaurant features all-you-can-eat hot pot meals in a relaxed atmosphere.
La chaîne de restaurants hot pot la plus populaire en Amérique du Nord. Ce restaurant contemporain propose des plats chauds à volonté dans une atmosphère détendue.
Overall, Liuyishou Hotpot Fondue is described as a highly satisfying all you can eat hotpot experience with a wide selection of broths, meats, seafood, vegetables and a well organized sauce bar that lets guests customize every dip. Desserts such as matcha ice cream are a popular finish, and ingredients are commonly praised for freshness and generous portions. Service is frequently noted as friendly, attentive and efficient, though some reviews mention slower pacing during peak times and reservations or communication issues that affected plans. The pricing model is seen as good value by many for the variety and quality, but a few reviews call it a bit confusing and point out extra charges for soup bases or weekend surcharges. The atmosphere is described as cozy and lively, the space is clean and comfortable, and the experience is often recommended for groups or first time hotpot diners. Some reviews mention a two hour time limit for the buffet, but seating is often extended if tables become available. Overall, Liuyishou Hotpot Fondue is regarded as a top option for flavor and variety in a welcoming setting with strong dipping sauces and solid guest service.
I'm visiting Montréal from Calgary & finally had the chance to try Liuyishou Hotpot, which had been on my list for a long time. It was my very first visit to this location, & even though I'm not new to hot pot, the menu here can feel overwhelming especially since the restaurant was quite busy.
That's where Bohao truly stood out.
Despite the rush, he took the time to patiently explain the menu, walk me through the options, & make some excellent recommendations. His knowledge, professionalism, & genuine kindness made the entire experience feel relaxed & welcoming. His level of customer service was honestly second to none.
What really impressed me was the personal touch. Bohao asked where I was visiting from &, before I left, even sent me home with some treats for my kids. That small gesture made a big impact & left me genuinely happy walking out the door.
I would absolutely recommend Liuyishou Hotpot not only to locals, but to anyone visiting Montréal. & while I'm not sure if Bohao is a manager, he certainly conducts himself like one & would be an incredible asset in that role.
I'll definitely be back.
Tout était parfait. Nous avons eu Hobao comme serveur, le meilleur service à Montréal! Toujours attentionné & patient avec nous, car c'était notre première fois. À la prochaine, car oui nous allons y retourner prochainement. 🙂
I was really looking forward to a great hotpot experience, just like the LiuYiShou in Edmonton with its amazing snack bar, sauce bar, & plenty of fresh, tasty side dishes. Unfortunately, this location was a huge disappointment.
The snack bar looked sad & unappetizing. All the fried items were hard & pale. Service was poor from the start; one server gave us a strange look when we walked in. We had to ask for basic soup spoons, which are essential for hotpot. We waited 20 minutes for our meat rolls, while other tables got theirs much earlier. The vegetables weren't fresh, & portions were tiny. A server even touched the meat on my plate while serving, which was unprofessional.
I ordered the tomato soup base, & it came covered in a thick layer of oil. Hotpot is literally my family's favourite food & we have it a lot at home too. I've never seen a single tomato soup base with this much oil… When I politely asked if it's possible to have some oil removed, the server gave me a weird look & flatly said no. They also added a mandatory tip at the end... I definitely prefer other hotpot locations, like Happy Lamb or Haidilao. Chinese hotpot can be so much better than this.
Mar 17, 2026
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Excellent service & incredibly fresh food & drinks! Sarah was wonderful-so friendly & attentive. She's truly the best! If you're in Montreal & looking for authentic Chinese food, you must give this place a try
Had to wait A LOT before being served. Cant fault the waiters though, ayce but not buffet, but served at table, dozens of table, & only 2 3 waiters workings, while 1 2 relaxing behind the counter.
Some foods were hits, some were missed, not knowing what you getting when ordering doesnt help.
The tom yum broth was too spicy for something labelled mild, & am the type to eat chilli in every single meal at home.
A lot of items unavailable on the menu, which is a shame & you don't know before hand. We picked this place for 2 specific dishes & both were unavailable.
Same for dessert, after mid food, we were looking forward for the taro dessert, but they only had ice cream & omg the ice cream was watered down, like fr, how can you go wrong with ice cream!
Aint the worst I ever had but for sure will never go again & regret going.
I would like to share some feedback regarding the reservation process. Today, we were a group of six planning to dine at this restaurant. We had been here before & truly enjoyed the experience, which is why we wanted to come back.
I tried to make a reservation in advance. I called the restaurant, but it went straight to voicemail. I called again the next day, five times, & once again, no answer, only voicemail. I also sent a message on Instagram, & as of writing this review, I still haven't received any response regarding the reservation. This is honestly unacceptable.
Because of this situation, I ended up cancelling an entire evening that had been planned. It's very disappointing to organize something for a group & then have to cancel due to a lack of communication.
The food is good, that's why I am giving 3 stars, but I sincerely encourage the management to improve the reservation system. I would not want other families or groups to go through the same experience. It's truly frustrating to see people disappointed after planning a special evening.
If you're craving hotpot, then go here! Service is awesome, their selection is of high quality & variety (thus making sure everyone will love it, no matter the taste).
Honestly, one of my favourite hot pot in Montreal!
The staff is super nice & very helpful when needing some recommendations. Do not hesitate to ask them their favourite!
