Want to eat? Just go ahead and eat. These 8 spicy hot pot spots let you enjoy a meal solo with joy.

Travel Center / Comprehensive Report

With the sudden drop in temperature these past two days, we’re finally getting that autumn and winter vibe. When it gets cold, it makes you crave a spicy hot pot. But what if you suddenly want to eat it and can’t round up anyone to join you? Don’t worry—many eateries now offer spicy hot pot that’s perfect for “solo diners.” ETtoday EBC News Cloud has rounded up 8 places where, if the craving hits, you can head straight to these hot pot restaurants.

▲ The broth at Hong Jiu Jiu is simmered with 20 kinds of Chinese herbs and green Sichuan peppercorns. (Photo / fromHong Jiu Jiu Personal Spicy Hot PotFacebook)

Hong Jiu Jiu Single-Serve Spicy Hot Pot
Who says you can’t enjoy spicy hot pot alone? Hong Jiu Jiu is a hot pot spot where solo diners can fully enjoy the experience. The broth is made by simmering 20 types of Chinese herbs and green Sichuan peppercorns. It has a strong numbing and spicy flavor but isn’t too oily or overly hot. However, because green Sichuan peppercorns and medicinal herbs can turn bitter if boiled for too long over high heat, the restaurant recommends turning down the flame after the broth comes to a boil.

Address: No. 7, Lane 131, Yanji Street, Da’an District, Taipei City, Taiwan
Phone: 02-2772-3938


▲ Zi La. Personal. Spicy—spicy hot pot that’s great for one person. (Photo / provided by Old K)

Zi La. Personal. Spicy
“A spicy hot pot that you can easily enjoy on your own”—that’s the opening line on the Facebook page of Zi La. Personal. Spicy. Their broth is made using a Sichuan-style base to create their spicy sauce. For the Sichuan base, they use many authentic herbs, soak them in 58% sorghum liquor and hot water, then add Yongchuan fermented black beans and Pixian premium red oil douban paste. They make their own chili sauce, which is stir-fried over controlled heat for nearly four hours to create a fragrant and flavorful spicy hot pot.

Address: No. 12-1, Yanji Street, Songshan District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-2578-1060


▲ Dahongpao Spicy Double-Flavor Small Hot Pot. (Photo / fromDahongpao Spicy Double-Flavor Small Hot PotFacebook)

Dahongpao Spicy Double-Flavor Small Hot Pot
The spicy broth at Dahongpao is made with more than ten types of Chinese herbs and spices such as fennel, star anise, mountain pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, Sichuan peppercorn, and chili. These are combined with douban paste, butter, and salad oil, then simmered using the traditional Sichuan method.

Address: No. 2-1, Baoqiang Road, Xindian District, New Taipei City
Phone: 02-2914-1239

Shiji Exquisite Double-Flavor Hot Pot (Anhe Shabu-Shabu)
Spicy hot pot fans have probably heard of or tried Shiji Exquisite Double-Flavor Hot Pot. Aside from its Minsheng flagship store, the owner opened a spot in 2014 on Anhe Road in Taipei City where one person can enjoy a solo hot pot shabu-shabu experience.

Address: No. 53, Section 1, Anhe Road, Taipei City
Phone: 02-2752-7685


▲ Lao Xianjue Spicy Clay Pot Hot Pot. (Photo / by reporter Huang Kexiang)

Lao Xianjue Spicy Clay Pot Hot Pot
Lao Xianjue is a well-known domestic brand offering affordable single-serve hot pot, with its signature spicy clay pot known for its bold, numbing flavors and smooth, mellow taste. Their pioneering personal double-flavor hot pot allows solo diners to enjoy two delicious broths at once. The spicy broth at Lao Xianjue is made with Chef Gao Huangshun’s dedication to authentic Sichuan-style spiciness. Blending traditional herbal medicine principles, it achieves a balance that’s not overly harsh or drying. The broth is first stir-fried, matured, and slowly simmered before being refined through exclusive techniques that enhance its flavor stability.

In-store inquiries:http://www.oldgod.com.tw/



▲ Even at Haidilao, you can have an individual hot pot. (Photo / provided)

Haidilao
Although most people visit Haidilao to enjoy spicy hot pot with friends or family, the restaurant actually offers more than just shared pots — individual hot pot options are also available. For ingredients, almost all dishes can be ordered in half portions (0.5), allowing solo diners to try a wider variety of foods.

Address: 6F, No. 12, Songshou Rd., Xinyi District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-77431855 / 02-77431899

One Soldier One Warrior Hot Pot Concept Hall
One Soldier One Warrior Hot Pot Concept Hall offers both shared and individual hot pots. As for the spicy broth, according to its Facebook profile, it is simmered over low heat using over ten types of herbs, along with Sichuan green Sichuan peppercorns, Dahongpao pepper, and chili, resulting in a broth that is savory, aromatic, and numbing.

Address: 2F, No. 98, Guangfu N. Rd., Songshan District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-2578-9696

Ghost Pepper One Pot
Part of the Ghost Pepper chain of restaurants, like Ghost Pepper Spicy King, but unlike the all-you-can-eat format, Ghost Pepper One Pot is designed for individuals — perfect for solo dining.

Banqiao Main Store
Address: No. 166, Section 2, Shuangshi Rd., Banqiao District, New Taipei City (Exit 4, Jiangzicui Station)
Phone: 02-2253-6333