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Best Hot Pot in Carlton
Hot pot enthusiasts in Melbourne have a clear favourite after an analysis of 65,305 reviews across 49 restaurants. The top-rated spot stands out for its friendly service and an extensive range of versatile fillings.
Chinese · Carlton
466 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053
Boogie House Hotpot
Customizable bowls feature fresh meats, seafood, and vegetables paired with rich tomato or spicy sesame broths. While not the top-ranked spot, the flexible pay-by-weight system and helpful service make this an affordable, stress-free choice for hot pot beginners.
Winner Verdict
MixedScore
8.3
Mentions
6
Sentiment
67%
“This spot lets you build your own spicy hot pot—you just pick your favorite ingredients, and they weigh it to serve you. You pay by weight, so it’s flexible to your appetite! I tried the sesame sauce, where everything is mixed in a creamy, nutty sesame sauce that balances the spice perfectly. They also have a tomato broth that’s rich and super comf”
— Andy Huang
Restaurant details
Plan the visit
Price
$20-40 per person (46 reports)
Hours
Closed - Opens 11 am
Address
466 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053
Plus code
5XV7+J8 Carlton, Victoria
Why this ranking is reliable
Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)
MixedReviews Analysed
332+
Restaurants Evaluated
3
Sentiment Score
67%
Data-backed ranking updated 2026-05-11
Runners up
Top 3 around Carlton
- 02
Dragon Hot Pot
Reviewers consistently praise the customizable hot pot for its fresh ingredients, rich flavorful broths, and generous, cost-effective portions.
111 Grattan St, Carlton VIC 3053
14 mentions
8.1
↓ - 03
Shan Viet Street Food
While the spicy beef noodles occasionally lack depth, the flavorful broth and familiar ingredients provide a reliable dining experience.
5 Cornell Pl, Carlton VIC 3053
1 mentions
7.2
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Sources
3 reviews from Google, blogs, Reddit and food guides.
Signal
6 mentions of "Hot Pot" tied to Boogie House Hotpot.
Score
Weighted by recency, sentiment polarity and authority of the source.