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Shabu Plus Rotary Hot Pot - Chinatown
Master Critic Review
Shabu Plus Rotary Hot Pot - Chinatown
8.9
Shabu Plus brings conveyor-belt Japanese shabu shabu to Chinatown, with personal hot pots, premium meats, and 60+ ingredients circulating around the room. Happy hour pricing on set menus and drinks makes it a strong value play for groups looking to linger over DIY hot pot near McCormick Place.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature shabu broths with personal hot pot setup, Premium beef and pork combo plates from the conveyor, All-you-can-eat hot pot spread during peak evenings
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 9.2
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Conveyor-belt Japanese hot pot with personal shabu setups and busy happy hours.
Who should go: Groups wanting interactive, all-you-can-eat hot pot.
When to visit: Weeknight happy hour for shorter waits and better value.
What to order: Mixed broth set, premium beef combo, extra veggies from conveyor.
Insider tip: Book earlier happy hour slots; popular time windows can see long waits.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking and small paid surface lots nearby; availability varies widely on convention and weekend evenings
Dress code: Casual and comfortable — most guests wear jeans and layers due to steam and splatter from hot pots
Noise level: Moderate-loud during peak hours — conversation is possible but expect lively group energy and conveyor noise
Weekend wait: 45–90 minutes without a reservation during peak or convention weekends
Weekday lunch: Usually little to no wait outside of school breaks or large group visits
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — multiple broths, tofu, noodles, and vegetables available, but verify dipping sauces and add-ons
Vegan options: Limited — vegetable broths and produce are available, but some sauces and conveyor items may contain animal products
Gluten-free options: Possible with careful ordering — broths, sauces, and some noodles may contain gluten; cross-contact is likely
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes if you want a fun, interactive meal — cooking together breaks the ice, but the room can be loud and a bit chaotic during peak hours.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Often yes, but expect a wait during happy hour and weekends; arriving early in the window or in smaller groups improves your chances.
Is it kid-friendly? Generally yes for older kids and teens who can safely handle hot pots; younger children may need close supervision due to boiling broth and moving conveyor belts.
Best For
Better for: Interactive, value-driven hot pot with lots of ingredient variety and happy hour pricing that works especially well for groups
Skip if: You prefer quiet, traditional sit-down dining, strict dietary controls with minimal cross-contact, or refined service over a high-energy, DIY format
Hours
Monday11:30am - 11pm
Tuesday11:30am - 11pm
Wednesday11:30am - 11pm
Thursday11:30am - 11pm
Friday11:30am - 11pm
Saturday11:30am - 11pm
Sunday11:30am - 11pm