Datang Hot Pot offers a pay by weight hot pot experience in Richmond that puts choice and flexibility at the centre of the meal.
Diners select ingredients directly from a large refrigerated display, choose a soup base or dry pot style, and build a bowl that reflects their own preferences.
With a wide range of seafood, meats, vegetables, noodles, and specialty items, the format suits both focused selections and more exploratory combinations.
Broth options range from Hong Kong Chicken, Japanese Pork Bone, Vietnamese Beef Pho, Umami Fish, and Vegan Tomato. Flavour add-ons include Thai Tom Yum, Sichuan Mala, Malaysian Laksa, Korean Kimchi, Thai Curry, Tomato, and Pickled Mustard. The Dry Pot style menu includes Stir Fried Pot, Sweet and Sour Tomato, Northeastern Sesame Blend, and Chongqing Oil Poured Flavour. Broth options are $2.25 per 50 grams and Stir Fried options are $2.75 per 50 grams.
There is also a selection of Milk Teas, Fresh Milk Drinks, Sparkling Drinks, Fruit Teas, and plain teas. Flavours highlight Jasmine, Osmanthus, Honey, Brown Sugar, Peach, Lychee, Grapefruit, Lemon, and Aloe.
A small snack bar menu rounds things out with Stewed Pear Soup, Chicken Wings, and Chinese-style burgers.
During my visit, I tried a broth and dry pot option. The Hong Kong Chicken Soup Broth felt comforting and familiar, with a savoury profile that worked well across a variety of ingredients. It was easy to enjoy throughout the meal without feeling heavy.
The Stir-Fried Pot offered a pleasant charred note, giving the ingredients a slightly smoky character that stood out without overpowering them.
Datang has also introduced a Pear Soup, which was lighter and gently sweet. It worked well as a contrast to richer items and helped reset the palate partway through the meal.
For sides, the Fried Chicken Wings were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
I also really enjoyed their Lychee Osmanthus Oolong Tea.
A complimentary sauce bar allows guests to adjust seasoning to their own taste.
Each hot pot order includes complimentary soft serve, with flavours that rotate regularly. On this visit, the Red Bean Soft Serve was smooth and lightly sweet, serving as a simple and satisfying way to finish.
The dining room feels bright and welcoming, with a mix of booths and tables that suit casual meals and small groups alike.
Overall, Datang Hot Pot continues to be a dependable choice in Richmond for those who enjoy building their own hot pot experience with variety and control.
Datang Hot Pot is located at 8140 Leslie Road, Richmond, BC.