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Create Your Perfect Bowl at Lai Lai Malatang: A Unique Chinese Restaurant Experience
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Lai Lai Malatang

47 reviews

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Hours

Monday, Closed
Tuesday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, Closed

About Lai Lai Malatang

Welcome to Lai Lai Malatang, a distinctive Chinese Restaurant offering a unique and interactive dining experience centered around the popular Sichuan street food, Malatang. As a specialized Chinese Restaurant, we invite local users to explore the exciting world of customizable spicy soup. Malatang is more than just a meal; it's a culinary adventure where you get to hand-pick your favorite ingredients and have them cooked in a rich and flavorful broth, creating a personalized dish that perfectly suits your taste preferences.

At Lai Lai Malatang, we have created a vibrant and casual environment that encourages creativity and enjoyment. Our restaurant is designed to be a welcoming space for individuals, families, and groups of friends looking for a fun and flavorful dining experience. The atmosphere is lively and bustling, reflecting the street food origins of Malatang, yet comfortable enough for a relaxed meal. You'll find our setup to be interactive and engaging, allowing you to be an active participant in the creation of your dish.

The concept of Malatang is simple yet incredibly versatile. Upon arriving at Lai Lai Malatang, you will be presented with a wide selection of fresh ingredients displayed buffet-style. This array typically includes a variety of vegetables such as leafy greens, mushrooms, tofu, and root vegetables; different types of noodles like glass noodles, egg noodles, and rice noodles; various meats including beef, lamb, and chicken; an assortment of seafood such as shrimp, squid, and fish balls; and other delectable items like sausages and dumplings. You are invited to take a bowl and hand-pick the ingredients you desire, choosing the quantity of each to your liking.

Once you have filled your bowl with your chosen ingredients, you will proceed to select your preferred broth. The soul of Malatang lies in its flavorful soup base, and at Lai Lai Malatang, we offer a range of options to cater to different spice levels and taste preferences. Our signature Mala broth is a must-try for those who enjoy a fiery and numbing sensation, characteristic of Sichuan cuisine. For those who prefer milder flavors, we also offer non-spicy broths such as a rich bone broth or a savory mushroom broth. You can choose the broth that best complements your selected ingredients and your personal spice tolerance.

After you've made your selections, our skilled kitchen team will take your bowl of ingredients and cook them to perfection in your chosen broth. The result is a personalized bowl of delicious and comforting Malatang, brimming with your favorite flavors and textures. The interactive nature of this dining experience allows for endless combinations, ensuring that each bowl of Malatang is unique and tailored to the individual diner.

At Lai Lai Malatang, we are committed to providing fresh and high-quality ingredients. Our selection is regularly replenished to ensure that you have access to the best possible options. We believe that the quality of the ingredients directly impacts the taste and enjoyment of your Malatang, and we strive to maintain a high standard across our offerings.

Our service at Lai Lai Malatang is designed to be efficient and friendly. Our staff are on hand to guide you through the process, answer any questions you may have about the ingredients or broths, and ensure that you have a smooth and enjoyable experience. We aim to create a casual and welcoming atmosphere where you feel comfortable experimenting with different combinations and enjoying your personalized meal.

While the customizable nature of Malatang itself offers great value, Lai Lai Malatang may also periodically offer special promotions or deals. We encourage you to check our social media pages or inquire at our restaurant about any current offers, such as discounts on certain ingredient combinations or special pricing during off-peak hours. These promotions can provide an even more affordable way to enjoy the unique experience of creating your own Malatang.

Lai Lai Malatang is conveniently located for local users seeking a fun, flavorful, and customizable Chinese dining experience. Whether you are a fan of spicy food, enjoy the freedom of choosing your own ingredients, or are simply looking for a unique and interactive meal, we invite you to visit us. We believe that the combination of fresh ingredients, flavorful broths, and the ability to create your own personalized dish makes Lai Lai Malatang a standout Chinese Restaurant in the local culinary scene.

In summary, Lai Lai Malatang offers local users a distinctive Chinese Restaurant experience centered around the customizable dish of Malatang, featuring:

  • Customizable Malatang: The freedom to choose your own ingredients from a wide selection.
  • Variety of Fresh Ingredients: An array of vegetables, noodles, meats, seafood, and more.
  • Flavorful Broth Options: Choose from spicy Mala broth and milder alternatives.
  • Interactive Dining Experience: Be the creator of your own personalized soup bowl.
  • Fresh and High-Quality Ingredients: Commitment to providing the best possible options.
  • Casual and Vibrant Ambiance: A welcoming and lively setting for enjoying your meal.
  • Friendly and Efficient Service: Staff ready to assist you through the Malatang process.
  • Potential Special Offers: Keep an eye out for promotions and deals for added value.
  • Convenient Location: Easily accessible for local residents.

Come and unleash your culinary creativity at Lai Lai Malatang, where you can craft your perfect bowl of spicy and flavorful Malatang. We look forward to providing you with a unique and satisfying Chinese dining experience.

Lai Lai Malatang Location

10780 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA

Customer Reviews

4.0
47 reviews
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Thant Aung
Dec 23, 2024

This place is inside the 99 Ranch Asian grocery store. We were browsing pork buns next door but when we saw Malatang, we just had to try it. The staff didn't speak English that well but at least he was able to take our order correctly. It strangely gave me a good vibe because I felt like the food would be authentic. I was correct! The Malatang was quite good but it's not the best I've had. For a grocery store restaurant, I'd rate this Malatang 7/10. The base taste is there. I didn't like that I had to pick the ingredients. I didn't know how much of what was enough. I was just checking boxes and we had a language barrier. It turned out I had too many noodles and not a lot of other ingredients. Maybe I'll get it right next time. The wait time was quite reasonable for freshly cooked food! There's a bubble tea place right across the place so you can wash it all down nicely. I'm stopping by again if I'm ever in 99 Ranch.

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Christina Lee
Jan 16, 2025

The sweetest customer service experience I've ever gotten! Prices are so much better than the other malatang location in Annandale and for a reasonable quantity as well. The whole experience was made so much better by the lovely man working there - so fluent in both Mandarin and Korean and made sure we had aprons to protect our clothes. PLEASE don't hesitate to support small businesses!!! It makes more of a difference!!!

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seulki kim
Feb 06, 2025

This place has the best malatang in the Virginia area!❤️‍🔥 I’ve been twice now and tried both their malatang and guo bao lou, and I’m absolutely in love with both dishes. The flavors are amazing, and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. The staff is super friendly, always going out of their way to make you feel welcome, and the restaurant is always clean and well-maintained. I can’t wait to come back and bring my family next time! 🥹 Highly recommend this spot to anyone craving authentic, delicious malatang!! :)

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Michelle owyang
Feb 16, 2025

Fast and fresh food made to order with plenty of choices to customize both the hot pot and dry pot. Tipping is not expected nor having such option, which is a surprise in this era that tip jars and the tip section are everywhere.

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Kuki
Aug 23, 2024

Malatang and Maraxiangguo, all menus are very delicious. However, Guobaorou is kinda oily, so you have to be careful because it is very hot when you take your first bite. I visited there at mealtime and had to wait a lot for the food to come out. I will revisit here next time!

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