Mala Tang - Arlington

We had a great experience at Mala Tang for dinner. My friend and I both got indivual hot pot dinners and I got frozen tofu, cabbage and udon. The spicy broth was incredible and just at the right level for me, though I was sniffling throughout! Another friend got the dry hotpot and fish soup and loved it. The portion sizes were huge and we all had a ton to take home, just as good heated up. :

Our first experience with hot pot. The food was bursting with flavor. I opted for the spicy broth and marinated Mala beef. I only wish the collection of vegetables in the combo offered more mix and match without going full a la carte. Delicious. Service was great as well. Very helpful serve staff.

Better atmosphere than your typical Chinese restaurant. Was very pleased with the dishes ordered, especially the beef/beef tripe in spicy sauce. Generous portions, authentic taste. Will return.

The hotpot was so good and fresh! Try the Mala flavor : I thought there was a good amount of meat for $22 single option. My friend really liked her dumplings and wonton soup. I thought the service was great and maybe they were super busy is why it was rated lower by others? We are for sure going back again! ????

Find another place. The only thing good about this place is the exotic feel and friendly server, but even so, the server can lack professionalism. First, the broth for the mala bites is just not flavorful. It tasted as if water down. Second, the beef skewers is not tender at all, definitely frozen. Third, the veggie skewers came in two pieces per skewer for 75 cents a skewer. Fourth, the stir-fried dishes are a bit salty, but definitely better than the mala