Eating healthily! There was a long line at the popular spicy hotpot restaurant! Satomi Ishihara was on TV yesterday saying how delicious it was! You can choose from 4 levels of spiciness, and each additional ingredient costs 150 yen. The soup was so delicious that I ended up getting three refills haha. I thought about going for a fourth refill, but then I thought maybe that would be a bit too much!

Most of the female customers seemed very familiar with the place. I went on a Sunday evening and there was no wait! I ordered three items, choosing from a selection of three ingredients available at only three locations, including the Shibuya store. I ordered squid balls, yuba, and white wood ear mushrooms. The yuba was a bit different from traditional Japanese yuba and was a bit tough, so I didn't enjoy it much. The soup was delicious though! However, it had a unique flavor that may divide people's preferences. Even though I ordered it spicy, it wasn't spicy at all! I like spicy food, but this was a bit disappointing. I sprinkled a lot of Sichuan pepper salt on it from the condiment tray. Next time, I want to try the Tom Yum Kung soup!

I've always wanted to go to Shichihou Malatang in Shibuya (Chi Pao Maratang). I chose the basic option with three medicinal herbs, garlic chives, leeks, shiitake mushrooms, white fungus, shrimp, and chicken meatballs. I added glass noodles for a chewy texture and the spicy medicinal herb soup was quite spicy. There were a lot of fashionable girls there. It was quite crowded, but the turnover was good so the efficiency was great. Most importantly, the food was very delicious. Thank you for the meal, I will visit again.

I have visited this place many times. This time, I had a meal here while running errands. You can refer to our previous reviews for information on the location and crowds. ⚫︎ Food and Taste This time, I ordered the Fu-tama, pork intestines, chicken thigh meat, and mixed vegetables. The glass noodles are served in a large portion. The price is just over 1000 yen. I ordered pork intestines for the first time, and they were delicious with a tender and odorless texture. It was really tasty. The chicken thigh meat is served in a large portion, providing a satisfying meal. It's not thinly sliced, so you can enjoy the chunks. Highly recommended for those who want a protein-packed meal. I chose mixed vegetables with plenty of stems. The crunchy texture is delicious. I always include the Fu-tama. It absorbs the soup and becomes a gooey texture, which is the best part. Some may wonder if it's necessary to include it, but the taste when combined with the soup is truly delicious, so I recommend trying it at least once. ⚫︎ Other Toppings It's really convenient to be able to customize your toppings to suit your preferences. In other stores, the price may vary depending on the weight, but here, the price is clearly displayed based on the toppings you choose, which is convenient and why I visit frequently. There are many spicy hot pot restaurants, but after trying various ones, I personally think that the broth here is the best, hands down. I hope they continue to maintain this high quality.

I regularly come back to this place. I stopped by because I had some errands nearby. Location and Crowds: Please refer to previous reviews for location. I visited around 4 pm on a weekday and there were no other customers. By the time I left, the place was almost full, so it must have been just lucky that it was empty when I arrived. Food and Taste: I ordered with komatsuna, fu-tama, pork belly, level 3 spiciness, and extra glass noodles. The soup is not greasy but has a strong herbal flavor that never disappoints. I personally like to add minced ginger and Sichuan pepper powder halfway through. If you're not averse to it, you can also add black vinegar or garlic (they're all on the table!). My favorite combination is fu-tama with meat and vegetables. Choosing vegetables with a good crunch adds more satisfaction to the meal. Other Thoughts: In hot weather, you may crave cold food, but it's important to eat something that warms your body from the inside out. Wiping off the sweat and drinking the hot herbal soup in the cool restaurant, I felt my body warm up. When it comes to spicy food, it's usually greasy, high in salt, loaded with chili peppers, or filled with ghost peppers. However, this hot pot is spicy yet refreshing, with a rich and flavorful taste that doesn't make you worry about calories. I will definitely visit again!

When I crave something spicy, I always feel like having this hot and spicy soup. Last time I tried it with bean thread noodles and felt a bit unsatisfied, so this time I chose Chinese noodles. I topped it with boiled dumplings, mushrooms, and Chinese broccoli. I selected a spice level of 2 this time, as the level 3 was too spicy for me last time. I recommend using the Sichuan peppercorn oil on the table to adjust the spiciness and numbness. There was an option to add natto among the toppings, so I might try that next time to see how it tastes.

I personally really like it. The taste is authentic and genuine. I wish they had more condiments on the table besides just Sichuan peppercorns. I was a bit confused about the system since it was my first time there, but you pick your ingredients in a plastic bowl, choose your soup, and they cook it for you. It's great that you can customize everything to your liking. I didn't care for the Lu Rou Fan (minced pork rice bowl), but the spicy hot pot was amazing. I definitely want to visit this restaurant again.

This is my second time having spicy hot pot this year. I topped it with spinach and bamboo shoots, which were delicious last time. I also added wontons. I think I prefer dumplings over wontons. I chose the usual level of spiciness, but it seemed spicier than usual. However, it was still delicious so I'm happy!

I tried it for the first time! It's guilt-free with the glass noodles and you can feel good about it haha. Even though it's the spiciest level, if you keep eating it, it becomes quite spicy and my mouth was hurting. The price goes up with additional toppings, and just the glass noodles and vegetables alone cost close to 1000 yen. Maybe it's inevitable due to the spices.

#Shibuya1400 #Level1Spicy #Ajitama #Fukurotake #Tartsai #PorkShabuRice On a weekday evening, there was a 30-minute wait even for Level 1 spiciness, which was already quite spicy. The original glass noodles had a satisfying texture and left me feeling full, so be careful not to overdo it with the toppings. The pork shabu rice was delicious when dipped in the soup. There is also counter seating, making it easy for solo diners to enjoy. #Shichahomalaotang #Shichahomalaotang Shibuya Branch #SpicyHotPot #ShibuyaFood #ShibuyaLunch #ShibuyaDinner #Date #TokyoFood

It had been about a year since my last visit. It was a Saturday around 2 pm, so I was able to enter without waiting in line. This was my third visit, so I was familiar with the topping selection system. I decided to go with spinach, bamboo shoots, and boiled dumplings, with an additional order of pork. I chose the spiciest level of spiciness, as I am not a fan of extremely spicy food. The combination of toppings had a variety of textures and paired well with the soup. The soup had a hint of Chinese herbal medicine flavor, but it wasn't too strong, making it easy to enjoy. I want to go back soon, maybe next month.

A delicious and deeply flavored soup with medicinal herbs as the base, where you can choose from about 50 toppings and also change the noodles and soup among several options. Recently, I've been craving the medicinal herb hot pot soup from this place. My favorite toppings are the crunchy emerald dumplings, chewy squid balls, water dumplings, and pickled vegetables. I changed the noodles to Chinese noodles and the soup to sesame-flavored tan-tan soup, with a spiciness level of 0.5. With the noodle and soup changes, it cost around ¥1200. The base noodles are mung bean noodles, but you can change to Chinese noodles or seaweed noodles for an additional fee. As a ramen lover, I always opt for the Chinese noodles. You can also choose the spiciness level from 0 to 5. I used to go for spicy, but since I can't handle too much heat, I now choose a level of 0.5, which is just right for me. I enjoy it and always finish my meal with satisfaction.

I chose round wheat gluten, komatsuna, and yuba. The wheat gluten melted and was delicious. I want to try a different vegetable next time instead of komatsuna. The yuba was dry and not enjoyable, so I won't eat it again. It was just the right amount of spiciness at level 2 and was delicious. Anything spicier would be too much! It was perfect and delicious until the end! The best!!!

Last time I went was last summer, sorry for not visiting for a while, but there was a live show in Shibuya so I stopped by on my way back. Location and Crowds: It's about a 15-minute walk from the area where the live house is located. The station is close, so it's convenient to catch a train soon after eating! I visited around 8 pm the night before a holiday, and there were already customers inside, with a line forming. The seating is limited, but since people don't stay for long, I only had to wait for about 10 minutes to get a table. Ordering System: This restaurant doesn't have a weight-based system, instead, the spring noodle soup comes with a fixed price for 3 toppings, and additional toppings, extra servings, spiciness levels, or flavor changes will increase the cost. I ordered 3 spiciness levels, 3 toppings, and extra noodles for just under 1000 yen. The toppings are displayed in a refrigerated case, so after sanitizing your hands and putting on plastic gloves, you can pick your toppings in a plastic bowl, take them to your table, and place your order with the staff. Items not in the case need to be ordered verbally, and any extra servings or flavor changes should be requested at this time. The restaurant is completely cashless, so be prepared to pay with a barcode or QR code, or have your credit card ready. Food and Taste: This time, I chose Chinese cabbage (with plenty of stems), fu-tama, and chicken thigh as toppings, with 3 levels of spiciness and extra noodles. Personally, I recommend choosing vegetables that retain their crunch even after being cooked, like Chinese cabbage, komatsuna, or bean sprouts, for added texture and satisfaction. Fu-tama absorbs the soup and becomes gooey, adding another enjoyable texture to the dish. The chicken thigh portion was quite large (larger than a bite-sized piece for a woman) and there were three pieces, providing a satisfying meal. The soup had the familiar low-fat, herbal taste, which I always enjoy. The spices are in powder form, so be careful not to choke when slurping the noodles like with ramen. Garlic, ginger, Sichuan pepper, and black vinegar are provided on the table for flavor customization, so you won't get tired of the taste. The spring noodles have a chewy texture that lasts until the end, without becoming mushy from absorbing too much soup. The extra noodles portion is quite generous, as the lady next to me combined it with a small rice portion. It's also nice to mix it into the soup for a porridge-like dish. Other Points: Over the past few years since I first started coming here, I've noticed an increase in middle-aged and older male customers. I see a few businessmen here and there. It's not easy to find a place where you can enjoy a delicious, satisfying meal without too many calories, so I highly recommend it for adults. There are many solo customers, both men and women, so if you're hesitant to dine out alone, I encourage you to give it a try. Unlike other restaurants where the price varies based on weight, here you can easily choose your toppings without worrying about the cost, making it more user-friendly. Whenever I'm in Shibuya, this remains my top choice for a return visit.

The location of the shop was a bit hard to find, and I almost gave up once, but I happened to find a beauty salon on my way back and decided to visit alone. It was around 9pm, but customers kept coming in, so it gave me the impression that it was a popular shop. They had a self-serve vegetable bowl style, which I believe was for COVID-19 prevention as the vegetables were in bags, so even those concerned about hygiene could feel at ease. The food was authentically spicy and delicious!

#Today's Spicy Adventure■ Shibuya Station Nanaho Mala Hot Pot Ramen 790 yen50 Spiciness Level: 100 yen Spiciness Rating: ★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆ (5) Stomachache Level: ★★★☆☆ (3) Spicy Deliciousness Level: ★★★★★ (5) Spicy adventure in Shibuya! I visited Nanaho Mala Hot Pot in Shibuya ✨ I love Nanaho Mala Hot Pot so much that I used to eat it every day at one point... It was a long-awaited visit! I used to try all the toppings because I was eating it every day, and surprisingly, broccoli goes really well with Mala Hot Pot! I recommend trying it with broccoli, it's surprisingly good. My go-to toppings are broccoli, shiitake mushrooms, wood ear mushrooms, and coriander! This time, I also added spinach (I like to change leafy vegetables depending on my mood). I chose the level 5 spiciness this time! (I could have gone even spicier) Nanaho Mala Hot Pot has a wide variety of toppings, you can change the noodles, and even choose the type of soup, which is amazing ❤️ And the tableside toppings are abundant and fantastic The tableside toppings include Sichuan peppercorns, ground Sichuan peppercorns, Sichuan peppercorn oil, garlic, ginger, and black vinegar! I put all of them on. I especially recommend the Sichuan peppercorn oil. The fragrant Sichuan peppercorn oil adds a refreshing flavor as an accent! Finishing with black vinegar leaves you fully satisfied ♪ It's moderately spicy. It's a medicinal hot pot, good for the body, and detoxifying! The healthy Mala Hot Pot with plenty of vegetables is the best. I've tried various Mala Hot Pots, but I still love Nanaho the most. Save this if you found it helpful ✅

Visited at 3:00 pm on a regular day, and left at 3:17 pm with 80% occupancy. There were 3 people waiting due to chatting. The bill came to 1405 yen for various delicious dishes. First, secure a seat, put on gloves, choose toppings for the bowl, and take a seat. Choose the type of soup and spiciness level. The restaurant has a 100% female customer ratio with a few men. The spicy herbal soup was to my liking. Hopefully, I'll be back someday. Thank you for the meal.

I have been to the Akasaka location before, but this was my first time at the Shibuya location. I love spicy food, but if it's too spicy, my stomach hurts the next day, so I chose level 2 spiciness and it was just right haha. Adding black vinegar made it mild and delicious. I topped it with tomatoes, cilantro, enoki mushrooms, fish cakes, and rice cakes. This place is truly addictive. The glass noodle dish is healthy and I could eat it every day.

I always see a line outside, but around 10 pm, close to closing time, there was no wait, so I decided to go in. I had entered my information beforehand, but the staff kindly explained the system to me anyway. The staff were very friendly. The process was as follows: 1. Upon entering, immediately use the alcohol disinfectant on the left and put on disposable vinyl gloves on both hands. 2. Take a bowl and choose toppings from two refrigerated shelves to put in the bowl. 3. Sit down and order the level of spiciness, additional items, any changes, drinks, etc. 4. In a few minutes, the basic set arrived (glass noodles + 3 toppings) + 1 additional item + small rice (855 + 138 + 121). The glass noodles had a chewy texture and were slightly thick. The ingredients were lightly cooked, allowing you to enjoy the taste and texture with the spicy soup. The enoki mushrooms, cabbage, spinach, and ginger chicken meatballs were all delicious. I chose level 3 spiciness, which didn't feel too spicy on the surface, but made me sweat from every pore on my face, giving a strong detoxifying sensation. Although I'm not a fan of star anise or Sichuan pepper, the slight numbing sensation they provided, along with the well-balanced soup, made the dish very tasty. After finishing the toppings, I added the rice to make a porridge and finished it all. It was delicious, open late, fun to customize, spicy, healthy, and I now understand why there are always women lining up. I will definitely visit again when I feel like detoxing. Thank you for the meal.

I visited this restaurant after a live event in the area. It was around 9 pm on a Sunday when we arrived. I have been visiting their various branches in Tokyo for about 5 years, and this time I brought a friend along for the first time. Location and Crowd: The restaurant is located in an area with relatively many dining options in Shibuya. It's about a 5-minute walk from Hachiko Exit. If you're not familiar with the area, I recommend checking the map before heading there. Since it was late on a Sunday night, we were able to get in without waiting, but usually, there is a wait. It's a good idea to go a bit earlier to avoid waiting. Ordering System: Upon entering, we sanitized our hands and put on plastic gloves. We then chose ingredients from the refrigerated case, placed them in a bowl, and took our seats. A staff member took our order for the type of noodles, spiciness level, and additional toppings not in the case. The basic price includes 3 ingredients plus glass noodles, with additional charges for extra glass noodles, changing to Chinese noodles, increasing spiciness, or adding toppings not in the case. I chose 3 ingredients with 2 vegetables and squid balls, and added pork belly, and extra glass noodles, which cost me around 1,200 yen. My friend ordered 3 ingredients with regular glass noodles, added pork belly, and the bill was in the three-digit range. Taste: I chose 3 ingredients with extra glass noodles and here are my thoughts: If you like spicy food, you'll enjoy it as it's quite flavorful. There are toppings like powdered Sichuan pepper on the table for added flavor. Personally, I like adding minced ginger and Sichuan pepper halfway through for a change in taste. The soup has a herbal flavor with a hint of spice, making it delicious. It's not too oily, so you can finish the soup. If you want extra noodles, be mindful of not drinking too much soup before ordering a refill. The glass noodles are medium-thick, easy to chew, and retain a nice texture throughout. They absorb the herbal soup well, making them tasty. The ingredients are lightly seasoned, and as you eat, they blend well with the herbal soup, making it easy to eat. If you want more volume, I recommend choosing ingredients prepped with oil, like fried tofu, for a richer taste. I added pork belly, which added a nice flavor. Other: It's a good idea to expect a line, but the turnover is fast, so it's relatively easy to get in. There are more male solo diners than I expected, despite the majority of female customers. People of all ages and spice tolerance levels can enjoy their favorite choices here. The restaurant provides a variety of condiments on the table, disposable aprons, napkins, and towels for convenience. Despite the pandemic, the restaurant is safe and easy to use. I've been here multiple times since the pandemic started, and it's always been a comfortable and delicious experience. I also recommend their restaurant in Iidabashi, which offers the same great taste.