Chi-Gui Mala Hot Pot赤鬼麻辣火锅
Chi-Gui Mala Hot Pot inside Twin Galaxy delivers a premium, charcoal-fired steamboat experience that shares its space with Tanba Japanese BBQ. It is unapologetically pricey—often surpassing Hai Di Lao—but justifies the dent in your wallet with high-quality meats and fresh ingredients. Expect fiery mala broths and the flexibility of half-portions. It is a solid late-night splurge for serious hotpot purists.
The Insider Review
Housed within the Twin Galaxy building in Taman Pelangi, Chi-Gui Mala Hot Pot operates under a dual-concept shared with Tanba Japanese BBQ. Diners choose between a charcoal-fired steamboat or a charcoal grill. The traditional charcoal setup is a massive draw here, offering an authentic, slow-burning heat source that sets it apart from standard induction-pot joints.
The menu leans heavily into premium territory, emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients over gimmicks. Diners consistently praise the fresh seafood, pork, and lamb shabu. If you want to sample a wider variety without over-ordering, the kitchen offers highly convenient half-portions. Soup bases are robust, though the signature mala broth is notoriously aggressive. Even spice veterans report the mala packs an absolute wallop, so order with caution.
Be prepared to pay for the quality. This is not your average budget steamboat. Bills routinely clock in between RM400 for basic meat-and-veg combos up to RM600+ if you load up on prawns, fish, and alcohol. Multiple locals note the price point easily eclipses heavyweights like Hai Di Lao. Despite the premium pricing, the top-tier ingredients and late operating hours—staying open until 12:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays (and 11:00 PM the rest of the week)—make it a reliable, high-end fix for JB hotpot cravings.
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