Mrs Gu Skewers Hot Pot
If you're on the hunt for a delicious and vibrant dining experience in Chicago, Mrs Gu Skewers Hot Pot should definitely be on your radar. Located at 2407 S Wentworth Ave, this trendy restaurant has quickly become a favorite spot for food lovers looking to enjoy a lively atmosphere paired with mouthwatering skewers and hot pot dishes.
The vibe at Mrs Gu Skewers Hot Pot is a perfect blend of fun and casual. Whether you're coming in for a meal with friends or gathering a larger group for a night out, the spacious setting and moderate noise level make it ideal for a social dinner. Plus, with outdoor seating available, you can enjoy your meal al fresco, especially on those warmer Chicago evenings.
As for the menu, this place doesn’t disappoint. Their hot pot dishes are the highlight, offering a variety of options for those who love a flavorful, interactive meal. You’ll get to cook your skewers in the bubbling pot right at your table, making for a fun and engaging dining experience. The skewers themselves are grilled to perfection, with a range of meats, seafood, and vegetables that are sure to satisfy every craving. From spicy to savory, there’s a perfect combination for everyone’s taste buds.
What’s even better? The environment makes it an excellent choice for groups. Whether it’s a birthday, casual hangout, or celebration, Mrs Gu Skewers Hot Pot has the space and atmosphere that’s both lively and welcoming. The trendy decor and upbeat energy add to the overall experience, making it feel like a true dining adventure.
If you're craving something different, fun, and full of flavor, Mrs Gu Skewers Hot Pot offers an unforgettable meal in the heart of Chicago.
Reviews
My favorite and go-to hotpot in Chinatown. It's a different experience with the meats and vegetables in skewers. Fresh ingredients. Good sauces selection. It comes with double broth pots so you can have spicy and non spicy. Can accommodate large groups. There are TVs all around so you dine alone or with a group. Well ventilated so it's not stuffy. Fun for all ages. It's a BYOB. The waitstaffs are very personable .. I frequent this place so often that they know me by name and already have shot glasses ready so my soju.
The dining area's tidy and clean, with different settings to accommodate different sizes of groups. The mural type drawings on the wall made it look so cool and authentic. Servers kept refilling the plates with sooooooo many options for us to grab. The plates all had clear labels so we would what we were going to taste. Tableside service was also quite attentive. We were impressed. Highly recommend the nonalcoholic Er Guo Tou soda. It smelt very close to the traditional Chinese alcoholic yet you won't get drunk with it, but more fun with friends!
The two of us made reservations for dinner here at 6pm on a Saturday evening but it wasnt necessary as there were plenty of tables to go around. Each ingredient you want to add to your hot pot has two skewer to it. They charge by the stick counts and plates, not by head. You order your broth, meats, drinks, and specialty from your phone. All the other ingredients (veggies, tofu, noodles, etc) are self-serve - they have fridges in the back for you to get. They also have a spice section for you to add your sauces. Felt it was a bit pricey but hot pot was good. It is modern inside. A lot of it is self service which we didnt mind.
***Low price warning: $0.40 PER SKEWER*** What food is good for the fall season? HOTPOT! There were lines everywhere at all the hotpot places in Chinatown, and my girlfriend and I ended up at Mrs Gu Skewers Hot Pot. It is located at the end of Chinatown (Old part). Food - 5/5 Both skewer and hot pot at this place are great! -Skewer: We ordered one beef skewer and chicken wings. They put the right amount of seasoning and they just cooked them right. -- Hot pot: You can order the soup base and meat from the menu. All other skewers are available at the back of the restaurant fridge area). Soup bases are great, we ordered a combo: spicy (Light) & tomato. Service - 5/5 our waitress kept up with our water very well, which is crucial, especially when you are having spicy food. it might be confusing to understand the price of the food in the fridge the first time you are there. Our waitress answered all our questions well. Ambiance - 3/5 The environment is fine, similar to all the other restaurants in Chinatown. Price - 5/5 No doubt for 5-stars. $0.40 per skewer is the gem of this restaurant. Prices are fair for both hot pot and skewer.
I'm actually so sad to hear it's closed, the location was good, service was good, food was delicious, best broths. It will definitely be missed especially now with the cold weather coming up. You can eat an enormous amount of food for relatively cheap per person, It will definitely be missed, I've been here so so many times.