Boiling Point

Boiling Point in Pasadena offers an authentic Taiwanese hot pot experience that warmly invites both the casual diner and the hot pot aficionado alike. Nestled at 18 W Green St, this cozy spot stands out for delivering personalized, individual hot pot bowls bursting with rich, comforting flavors that beckon you to savor each bite.

Cuisine here embraces Taiwanese and broader Asian culinary traditions with a focus on fresh, savory, and nourishing soups. Signature dishes like the Anges Beef Soup and Spicy Taiwanese Hotpot showcase an exquisite balance of hearty broth, tender meats such as premium lamb and beef, and a variety of fresh vegetables and tofu options. The menu’s highlights also include comforting staples like Japanese Miso Hot Soup, Creamy Curry Hot Pot, and the intriguing Korean Bean Paste Hot Soup, each rich with authentic spices and depth that linger pleasantly on the palate.

The dining atmosphere at Boiling Point is intimate and bustling, yet efficient. Though this Pasadena location is one of the more compact Boiling Points, with tables placed closely together, this coziness feels more like a shared experience rather than a cramped setting. Customers appreciate the quick turnover, which keeps the momentum lively while ensuring fresh and fast service. Friendly staff attend promptly to your needs – refilling water and broth without being intrusive – cultivating a relaxed environment where you can truly enjoy your meal uninterrupted.

Beyond hot pot, Boiling Point tantalizes your tastebuds with a variety of flavorful sauces and notable sides like pickled mustard greens and delicate tofu pudding topped with brown sugar pearls and organic milk—an exquisite sweet finish to the savory feast. Tea lovers will be drawn to their premium organic cold brew oolong teas ranging from robust roasted varieties to the rare and delicate Oriental Beauty, each brewed to perfection and available in generous tea jugs, perfect for sharing or savoring slowly.

Real customer feedback mirrors this delightful experience. Grace Lee fondly recalls the vibrant energy before the pandemic and especially enjoyed their unique brown rice blend—an element many miss today. Sterling Hitchcock praises the concept of individual servings, highlighting the distinct, flavorful broths. Sean Park values the swift service and always-clean environment, noting how attentively the staff anticipates diners' needs. Meanwhile, Phuong Thai My commends the professionalism of the service and the exceptional sauces that elevate each dish, finding Boiling Point a go-to spot for reliable, delicious meals at any time of the day.

Whether you're seeking a comforting solo meal or a shared culinary adventure filled with bubbling broths, tender meats, and vibrant flavors, Boiling Point in Pasadena delivers a warm, authentic, and satisfying hot pot dining experience that resonates long after the last sip of broth.