Liuyishou Hot Pot (San Jose) 刘一手(圣何塞)

First time here and am for sure pleasantly surprised by the restaurant. Nice and clean configuration in the restaurant, modern theme and bright. There are multiple choices of free fruit and snack foods in the bar area, and plenty of spices to tailor your food per your personal taste. The price is very very reasonable considering the quality of materials. Presentation is good as well. Waiters however showed poker face during our entire stay. Maybe too much work with a lot of pressure... Otherwise they took care of our needs well.

This place is hotpot heaven with broths that pack flavor! The golden chicken broth was rich, tasty, and delicately spiced. Portions of meat were generous, and the sauce counter offered plenty of variety, including a sweet congee that was wonderfully comforting. The peanut butter sauce was a salty, savory treat. Staff were attentive throughout, and while the fruit tea tasted a bit synthetic, it was still oddly delicious. The scallops were a highlight - fresh, tender, and when dipped in mildly spicy broth, infused with unique flavors. The decor is fun, with cows giving you a cheerful thumbs up as you feast! Who is in for a bubbling good time?

Great spot! The sauce bars also had pickles, which was a nice surprise. Portions were generous, and the service was excellent. We love hot pot, and this place is now in our top 3

I’m obsessed with hot pot and recently tried this one and oh my goodness! Not only super filling if you get the giant meat wheel (beef & lamb), but also such great quality ingredients. Their sauce bar is great and clean and easy to use! They also have side dishes that paired nicely with the hot pot! A little bit pricier considering it’s not AYCE, but we were so full even with the items we did order!

Visited Liu Yishou Hotpot, a well-known international chain from Chongqing, on a late evening around 9 PM with friends. Even close to closing time, there were still 4-5 groups dining, and the spacious seating easily accommodated our large party. The flavors were outstanding—truly representative of Sichuan and Chongqing hotpot. Ordering was modern and convenient, done through a tablet at the table. Parking was straightforward, and the restaurant seemed accessible for larger groups. Staff were efficient, though the late hour meant service was winding down a bit. Tip: Perfect spot for late-night cravings, and great for groups! If you want a quieter experience, visiting later in the evening works well. Verdict: Highly recommended for authentic hotpot lovers—delicious food, easy group seating, and a smooth ordering process!

I really like this place. I’ve been here 4 times now and the food and broth have been very consistent. My favorite broths are the mildly spicy soup base (beef butter oil) and the tomato fruit soup base. First pic is today and second pic is the previous time.

Had a great hot pot experience with friends who know it well. Loved the fresh food and good section of dipping sauce. It was easy to order from the tablet, helpful and attentive staff.

Excellent gastronomical experience at this hotpot. I went there with my children. They are vegetarian so we tried both the mushroom-based as well as the tomato-based broth. I thought they were very mild, and that was perfect for our youngest as she is not too keen on spicy food. In the end, I end up using the tomato-based to cook a bunch of seafood items. The abalone was fantastic and so was the shrimp paste. The oysters and scallops were also very tasty and fresh. From the veggie sides, the fried tofu and the oyster mushrooms were my favorites. My children loved all they ate. Next time I plan to come here and try the non-veggie broths with a selection of meats. Great service and ambiance as well.