Mongolian Hot Grill — Review by Grub with Greg
Whittier, United States — Mongolian
Mongolian Hot Grill in Whittier offers a fun, interactive dining experience where customers build their own bowls with choice meats and toppings before having them cooked on a circular Mongolian grill. The reviewer enjoyed the customization and caramelization process, and highlighted the affordable $12 lunch specials available Wednesday through Friday.
What was great: The interactive cooking experience where you build your own bowl with meats, vegetables, and sauces, then watch it cook on the giant Mongolian grill with caramelization. Good value lunch specials at $12 on weekdays.
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
At Mongolian Hot Grill, diners get to customize their own bowls by selecting from various meats at the counter, then proceed to the veggie and sauce bars to load up their tray. The reviewer ordered chicken and beef plates with the addition of shrimp, along with noodles to round out the meal. The cooking technique involves placing your filled tray on a giant circular Mongolian grill where the ingredients get thoroughly caramelized as they cook. The process is interactive and engaging, with the staff continuously stirring and adding sauce as the food cooks right in front of you.
The Experience
The ordering process is straightforward and customer-friendly. You start at the counter to select your protein, then move to the self-service veggie and sauce bar where you can customize to your preference. The reviewer notes the important rule that nothing on the tray will be added once it goes through the window, so strategic stacking and pressing of ingredients is recommended to fit everything. The actual cooking happens on a massive Mongolian grill visible from the counter, creating an entertaining cooking show as your meal is prepared.
Value and Pricing
Mongolian Hot Grill offers excellent value, particularly with their lunch specials running Wednesday through Friday at just $12 for a chicken plate. This pricing makes it an accessible option for budget-conscious diners looking for a unique, interactive dining experience without breaking the bank.
Notable Moments
Fill, then smash, and then fill, and then smash. Because like the sign says, nothing on the tray will be added.
This tip from the reviewer highlights a clever strategy for fitting maximum ingredients into your bowl before it goes on the grill.
The Verdict
Mongolian Hot Grill is a must-visit for anyone who enjoys interactive dining experiences and customizable meals. It's perfect for those who want control over exactly what goes into their dish and appreciation for the theatrical cooking process. The affordable lunch specials make it especially worthwhile for weekday visits.