
Steamboat
Quick info
About Steamboat
Cooking happens at the table at Steamboat, a hot pot restaurant on Donegall Pass in Belfast, where diners simmer ingredients in broth and grill on a griddle pan themselves, Korean BBQ style. An all-you-can-eat buffet counter holds vegetables, mushrooms, meats and seafood, and a choice of broths runs from spicy to herbal and satay. A sauce station lets you mix your own dipping sauce, and the team walks first-timers through how the hot pot, the griddle and the sauces work. Dessert comes with the buffet, with a mango cheesecake and a bulldog-shaped mousse pudding giving the meal a playful finish. Payment is cash only, so plan ahead before you arrive. A step-free entrance serves visitors with mobility needs, and high chairs make the tables workable for families with young children. The restaurant opens daily in the evenings, and reservations are recommended.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hot pot and korean bbq, mango cheesecake dessert, flavourful broths (satay, spicy, herbal) and make-your-own dipping sauces.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention hot pot and korean bbq, mango cheesecake dessert, flavourful broths (satay, spicy, herbal) and make-your-own dipping sauces.
Customer Review Summary
The tabletop hot pot and Korean BBQ combination is what draws most reviewers, described as unlimited, social and cooked at the table in the broth and griddle pan provided. The broths get the most specific praise, with the satay singled out as packing a punch and the spicy and herbal versions both called fantastic, and one diner raves about the mushrooms. Several mention the free dessert included with the hot pot, though desserts also draw the sharpest criticism: one reviewer found the mango cheesecake mid and wished for another option, and another described flavourless ice cream and a dog shaped pudding that looked better than it tasted. That same reviewer reports a busy evening with slow buffet refills, missing items, a booked table shared with strangers, and an unclean toilet without supplies. Against that, most describe staff who patiently explain the premise to novices and help assemble sauces, with one group promising to return.
Customer Review Summary
The tabletop hot pot and Korean BBQ combination is what draws most reviewers, described as unlimited, social and cooked at the table in the broth and griddle pan provided. The broths get the most specific praise, with the satay singled out as packing a punch and the spicy and herbal versions both called fantastic, and one diner raves about the mushrooms. Several mention the free dessert included with the hot pot, though desserts also draw the sharpest criticism: one reviewer found the mango cheesecake mid and wished for another option, and another described flavourless ice cream and a dog shaped pudding that looked better than it tasted. That same reviewer reports a busy evening with slow buffet refills, missing items, a booked table shared with strangers, and an unclean toilet without supplies. Against that, most describe staff who patiently explain the premise to novices and help assemble sauces, with one group promising to return.
Featured reviews
- Isa Vih
“Place is good. Nice experience staff are veey friendly abd food is great for good price as well. Id definitely recommend the experience”
- david & michelle woodall
“Very social way of eating with the table top hotpot & bbq. Plenty of ingredients on the buffet. Friendly team & very helpful with preparing sauces & explaining how to prepare the food.”
- Sara
“You can enjoy hot pot and Korean bbq at the same time! It's unlimited so you can eat whatever you want to try as much as you want. It's authentic and highly recommend for anyone who is looking for actual Asian hot pot and bbq.”
- Jency Thomas
“We tried the buffet for hotpot here and it was a great experience. Please note it's CASH ONLY and also Do NOT share your food with a person who didn't opt for buffet as they will end up paying for the buffet if they eat from it. They offered a mango cheesecake as dessert.”
- Emanuela Alves Cardoso Medeiros
“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Steamboot and it was quite an experience! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for a meal with friends or family. The variety of ingredients on offer is impressive, from fresh vegetables to a wide selection of meats and seafood. 🍲 We tried the spicy and herbal broths, both of which were fantastic. The interactive cooking style made for a fun and engaging dining experience. Plus, the sauces provided were a perfect complement to the hot pot ingredients. 🌶️ This is a great place for hot pot lovers looking for a unique experience If you are looking for a unique dining experience with delicious hot pot, this place is worth a visit, the waiters are very attentive.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
- Vegetarian options
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Vegetarian options
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- Alcohol
- Casual
- On-site services
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Coffee
- Dining options· 7
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Offerings· 6
- Cocktails
- Free water refills
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Spirits
- Wine
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- Tourists
- University students
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Family-friendly· 1
- High chairs
Location
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- The Chip Company3.57550.1 mi£1–10Wheelchair accessible
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- Joy Inn4.44530.2 mi£15–30Vegetarian optionsGood for kidsReservations
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SteamboatVegetarian options · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.2424 | — | £15–30 | hot pot and korean bbq, mango cheesecake dessert, flavourful broths (satay, spicy, herbal) |
| Darcy's BelfastReservations | 4.72,028 | 0.1 mi | £20–30 | lamb shank, irish stew, seitan roast |
| The Chip CompanyWheelchair accessible | 3.5755 | 0.1 mi | £1–10 | chips, chicken goujons, pasty |
| Joy InnVegetarian options · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.4453 | 0.2 mi | £15–30 | cold restaurant temperature, sesame prawn toast, house white wine |
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