About Us

Our Brand:

Lao Ma Tou Hotpot was originated in Chengdu China in Oct 2001. In 2019, we started our journey to the west. Now we have Los Angeles, Irvine and Bellevue 3 locations in the US. Bellevue is the first and only location in PNW.

Our Story:

Every food has its own culture. Ours starts with a long history in Sichuan cuisine, originating from Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province in China. The root of Chengdu Hotpot trace back centuries, possibly in Qin Dynasty where fisherman began to experiment different method of cooking at the pier with a giant pot after harvesting their catch. Chengdu Hotpot gained its popularity after adding its spicy and numbing flavors and evolved over time.

Our name “Lao Ma Tou” is a Chinese term for “Old Pier” or “Old Wharf” in English. To us, pier is where our story starts. Our hotpot represents Chengdu's culture which is influenced by its history, geographical location, and the surrounding community

To us, we want to provide the most authentic Chengdu hotpot experiences to our guests through the following key elements:

• Traditional Ingredients: We source all of our Sichuan Peppercorns, Sichuan Chili Peppers, Beef Oil, and Sichuan Spices from Chengdu China.
• Flavor Broth: We are known for our numbing and spicy flavors in our spicy Soup. For our non-spicy broths, We cook it for at least 8 hours from scratch before we bring it to your tables on a daily basis.
• Communal Dining: Friend or family gather around a simmering potto cook and share various ingredients is a fundamental part of the experience. It fosters a sense of togetherness and enjoyment.
• Culinary Expertise: Our chef was born and raised in Chengdu with many rewards in hand, he is very knowledgeable about Sichuan cuisine and its traditional hotpot preparation methods to ensure the authenticity of the dish.