DAM-A, Hot Pot & BBQ AYCE - Austin Hotpot

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Valerievia Google

about 1 month ago

Last review of 2025. Let’s go: DAM-A is an all you can eat Asian diaspora adventure. ***Emphasis*** on adventure. If you’re not already well versed with Asian cuisines and/or familiar with Korean BBQ, hot pot, Vietnamese spring rolls, and the general “build it yourself” concepts going into these cuisines, it’s going to be overwhelming with multiple Asian cuisines colliding in a “do it yourself” atmosphere. There’s very little guidance. The staff is kind, but the vibe is very much on some “good luck, you’ll figure it out.” This is technically a Korean BBQ spot, but it’s also hot pot, plus a DIY Vietnamese spring roll station, plus a back wall of sauces and prepared foods that dip into Chinese (and maybe Japanese?) territory. It’s an Asian cultural mashup buffet, and you’re responsible for making it all make sense. The spring roll station is “optimistic”. They give you a bowl of water that’s too small to properly soak rice paper and plates that aren’t big enough to lay it flat. So yes, you will be freestyling. Get creative. You’ll survive. If you want to avoid chaos, here’s the move: Start with hot pot. Order your broth first so it can heat while you grab meats and veggies. Let that simmer. Then move on to Korean BBQ and grill your meats. Eat, relax, pace yourself. After that, explore the prepared foods, attempt a spring roll, and end with dessert. That order saved us from missing anything or feeling rushed. A little personal tip from me: put cooked japchae noodles inside your spring rolls. Absolutely the move. Trust me. Anyway, DAM-A is fun if you know what you’re doing or come with someone who does. Find your rhythm, don’t expect hand holding and accept that this is a “figure it out as you go” experience. Once you do, it’s actually pretty enjoyable.

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Cody Bennettvia Google

about 2 months ago

Service - Very little. They will come pick up dishes, check in if you need more soup for the hot pot, drinks if you got one, and change your grill. That’s it, you do the rest (water will be in a pitcher and serve yourself). Food - Hotpot, soup is not seasoned. How you going to have lemon in the water to give it flavor but not the soup? The only thing going is the appetizers, seasoned beef and chicken, and ice cream. Everything is subpar. Atmosphere - You have to make a reservation. For how much it costs and serve yourself, you don’t feel waited on like other places like KPot. We didn’t enjoy our experience and won’t be back.

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Rafael Gonzalezvia Google

about 2 months ago

To think we have driven by this place many times and never stopped to eat here. We did yesterday and my gosh it was the best restaurant experience I ever had. The staff was great, the food delicious. It is All You Can Eat, but you go get what you want. It is not like other K-bbq joints, where you order what you want and have to wait. The owner heard we were eating there & heading back to San Antonio. She came out with the most tender, short rib cut. We just seared a few seconds & it was like butter when ate it. HIGHLY recommend this place!!! We will be going back soon!

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Nannaphat Annvia Google

4 months ago

This is my second time visiting this restaurant, and I love it even more! The place is very clean, well-organized, and beautifully set up. It’s a Korean buffet where you can enjoy both BBQ and hotpot at the same time. There’s a wide variety of options – quality meats, lots of fresh vegetables, side dishes, kimchi fried rice, desserts, ice cream, and even coffee. The staff are all very attentive, always checking in, smiling, and changing the grill when needed. A special shoutout to Julie – she is truly the best! Highly recommended for anyone who loves Korean food. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Hannah Ngovia Google

5 months ago

I visited Dam-A Hot Pot yesterday and had such a great experience! The vegetables were really fresh, and I loved the wide variety of options for seafood and BBQ meats. Everything was high quality and very flavorful. They also offer tasty ready-to-eat appetizers that made the meal even better. The staff was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. If you’re looking for a place with lots of choices, fresh ingredients, and a fun hot pot experience, I highly recommend Dam-A Hot Pot!