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Panda Hot Pot 蜀大侠火锅
100 Victoria St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
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100 Victoria St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
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Step under the giant dragon ceiling into a cinematic jianghu fantasy, where bubbling Sichuan cauldrons meet live Bian Lian face-changing shows. Diners flock here for split pots—pairing fiery chili-laced broths with gentle mushroom or fish maw bases refilled with flavorful stock. Tables fill quickly with marbled beef splashed tableside with milk, bouncy prawn paste, and crisp ox tongue. A self-serve condiment station supplies sweet soups alongside house blending formulas, winding down with soft serve swirls to temper the numbing heat.
- Theatrical Jianghu Setting: An overhead sculpted dragon and traditional martial arts murals frame live Bian Lian face-changing and Guzheng performances during dinner.
- Flavored Split Broths: Split-pot options pair fiery house Sichuan bases with mild mushroom or fish maw stocks, refilled with flavored broth to maintain richness.
- Specialty Hot Pot Cuts: Standouts include milk-marinated beef prepped at the table, bouncy prawn paste, tender ox tongue, and silky duck blood.
- DIY Sauce Bar & Sweets: The self-service condiment bar features printed house recipe combinations alongside sweet dessert soups and soft serve ice cream.
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Why Dine at Panda Hot Pot
Discover why diners choose Panda Hot Pot for theatrical dining, authentic broths, and unforgettable celebrations.
Immersive Martial Arts Fantasy Decor
Guests dine under a massive sculpted dragon and ornate Jianghu interior decor that recreates an ancient Chinese fantasy atmosphere.
The Jiang Hu-style decoration is incredibly unique and creates a great atmosphere. We especially loved the huge dragon decoration.
Siva Sut Captivating Live Traditional Performances
Evenings feature live cultural entertainment right in the dining room, from Sichuan Opera face-changing routines to traditional instruments.
the highlight is the Sichuan Opera face-changing (Bian Lian) performance, which adds a fun and memorable layer of entertainment.
Simon Leung Custom Multi-Broth Combinations
Diners can select multi-flavour split pots like authentic Sichuan mala paired alongside mushroom or tomato broths with broth-specific refills.
The good side, they will refill based on the flavour which you ordered. That’s why the flavour will not change.
Melody Interactive DIY Condiment and Treat Bar
A comprehensive DIY sauce bar features pre-tested sauce recipe guides, savoury toppings, sweet dessert soups, and unlimited soft serve ice cream.
really enjoyed their sauce station with a handy 'recipe' guide for different sauce combos.
melbfoodstories Welcoming Step-by-Step Guidance for Beginners
Attentive floor staff guide hot pot newcomers through broth choices, cooking techniques, and recommended combinations.
Ivy was incredibly kind and took the time to explain how everything worked. I followed her recommendations, and the food was delicious.
April Ra High-Value Structured Lunch Sets
Accessible value sets like the 13-dish lunch mini set let duos sample an extensive spread of meats and vegetables without overspending.
I got the lunch mini set for two person that cost only $69 for 8 meat dish and 5 vege dish.
Cheong Weilam
Most popular items
Signature broths and essential ingredients praised by diners
Mushroom broth
Food was great too — highly recommend getting the mushroom broth, it was so flavourful.
Hazel Anne Agustin Prawn paste
We especially loved the beef, prawn paste, and crispy pork.
Shen John Sichuan soup
both the Sichuan soup and Tomato soup matched perfectly together.
Siva Sut House made tofu
highly recommend the house made tofu! Gorgeous smokiness and flavour 🤌
Angela Ling
Beyond the menu
Memorable hospitality touches and cultural entertainment that elevate the communal dining experience.
Live Sichuan Opera & Guzheng Performances
Guests can watch live traditional cultural arts while dining, including Sichuan Opera Bian Lian (face-changing) and live Guzheng performances at dinner service.
Unlimited Soft Serve Ice Cream Refills
Diners can cool down the Sichuan pepper heat with unlimited soft serve ice cream refills throughout their meal.
Curated Sauce Recipe Cards & Sweet Soups
The sauce bar includes displayed recipe guides and complimentary sweet dessert soups to pair with custom dipping concoctions.
Guided Ordering & Tableside Milk Marination
Floor staff provide attentive guided menu walk-throughs for first-time hot pot guests and perform interactive tableside milk marination for select beef dishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you make a reservation before visiting?
Yes, table bookings are accepted and strongly recommended to avoid long walk-in waits during busy dinner services. Dining sessions may have time limits, such as a two-hour window or specific departure request times.
How does the dipping sauce station work and is there an extra fee?
The self-serve condiment station costs an extra fee per person ($5.90 per person), which includes a variety of dipping sauces, recipe guides, sweet soups, and soft serve ice cream. While broths are flavorful on their own, diners can choose whether to add sauce access or stick to the soup base.
Is there live entertainment during dinner?
Yes, Panda Hot Pot features live cultural performances during dinner, including Sichuan Opera face-changing (Bian Lian) and traditional Guzheng (zither) musical performances.
How spicy is the hot pot, and can you adjust heat levels?
Guests can tailor spice levels by selecting split-pot combinations (such as a two- or three-broth pot). Keep in mind that the signature Sichuan spicy broth packs significant heat even when ordered mild, making mild options like mushroom or tomato broth great pairings to balance spice.
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