When it comes to dining, we Filipinos have an innate penchant for camaraderie and shared experiences. Our vibrant culture embraces communal dining as a means of bonding and connection. And what better way to foster this sense of togetherness than through the heartwarming and interactive experience of hotpot?
Champion Hotpot, nestled at Santolan Town Plaza, understands this sentiment well and has become a go-to culinary destination for those seeking not just a meal, but an immersive adventure of taste and togetherness.
Discovering Champion Hotpot
Picture this: you’re gathered around a spacious table with friends and family, each person equipped with their very own stove to cook. Laughter fills the air as you collaborate on which ingredients to dip into the simmering broth. This is the dining scene at Champion Hotpot, a realm where every meal is a shared creation, and every bite is an opportunity to bond.
A Taste of Excellence: Champion Hotpot’s Evolution
Since its establishment in 2022, Champion Hotpot has been on a mission to introduce authentic hotpot to the Philippine dining scene. Part of the Tasteless Food Group, a luminary in the local food scene known for its successful ventures such as Hanamaruken, Scout’s Honor, and OK Bob, Champion Hotpot continues the group’s drive for excellence in culinary innovation.
Ambiance for Connection: Champion Hotpot’s Unique Setting
Champion Hotpot boasts of a spacious seating area furnished with tables topped with induction stoves, ready to bring your hotpot creations to life. But that’s not all—stations featuring ingredients like Champion Balls, Victory Veggies, Slammin’ Salads, and Noods await your selection, enabling you to craft a personalized hotpot masterpiece. For those craving variety, the Mongolian station offers the chance to fashion your custom Mongolian bowl, while the buffet area tempts with an array of cooked dishes and sushi. Of course, sweet-tooths will find their sugary treats in the dessert station.
A Popular Dining Destination
There’s little wonder then that Champion Hotpot became a bustling dining destination for both locals and visitors. The restaurant’s popularity rests not only on its delectable fare but also on its welcoming atmosphere and friendly service. Champion Hotpot is a testament to how dining can transcend mere sustenance and transform into an experience that leaves lasting memories.
Elevating the Experience: New Premium Add-ons
Champion Hotpot elevates your dining experience even further with the introduction of its new premium add-ons. You can have servings of these added to your hotpot meal when you crave for something out of the ordinary.
Japanese A5 Wagyu (Php2,488). Strips of Japanese premium-grade wagyu renowned for its marbling and rich flavor. Dip these morsels into your hotpot and savor its rich flavor.
Mixed Seafood Platter (Php988). An ensemble of fresh seafood including shrimp, squid, clams and mussels that add the sea’s bounty to your hotpot meal.
Fresh Pastes Platter (Php688). A knockout assortment of fresh shrimp and chicken pastes that you can spoon into your hotpot for added meatiness and flavor.
A Buffet of Flavors: Signature Dishes Unveiled
Diners looking for even more variety will be delighted to discover new Signature Dishes added to Champion Hotpot’s buffet. Eat all you can of these novel flavors.
Don’t forget to check out the Taiwan Braised Pork, best enjoyed as a rice topping along with new side dishes, for a flavor explosion with every bite.
Craving for sushi rolls? Get your chopsticks ready for these new maki variants.
Champion Hotpot is definitely a place where flavors intertwine, laughter resonates, and bonds are strengthened. It’s more than just a restaurant; it’s an immersive culinary journey that captures the essence of Filipino dining: shared experiences, cherished moments, and connections that linger long after the meal.
Champion Hotpot is ready to serve up hotpot happiness as well as an assortment of dishes, including dim sum, sushi, tempura, and Mongolian bowls for you foodies out there. Unlimited hotpot and buffet are priced as follows:
Hall of Fame Champs (Adults):
- Weekday Lunch (Monday to Thursday) (Php788). Unlimited hotpot, cooked food, drinks and desserts.
- Unlimited Mongolian Knockout Bowl for Lunch (Php450). 90 minutes of unlimited Mongolian bowls and drinks.
- Weekday Dinner, Weekend (Fridays to Sundays), Holidays (Php988). 90 minutes of unlimited hotpot (including fresh seafood), Mongolian Knockout Bowl, cooked food, sushi, sushi, tempura, drinks, beer and desserts.
- Single Diner (Php1,188)
Young Champs (Kids):
- below 3 feet: FREE
- 3 feet to 4 feet: Weekday Lunch at Php288 | Weekday Dinner, Weekend and Holidays at Php388
- 4 feet or taller: Weekday Lunch at Php488 | Weekday Dinner, Weekend and Holidays at Php688
Note: Be sure to only get what you can consume. Leftovers are charged Php100 per 100grams.
Ready to embark on this savory adventure? Gather your family and friends to experience the heartwarming thrill of communal dining, all while indulging in premium add-ons and savoring signature dishes.
Visit Champion Hotpot at Ground Floor, Santolan Town Plaza, 276 Col. Bonny Serrano Avenue, Little Baguio, San Juan, open daily from 11.30am to 2pm and 5.30pm to 10pm. For reservations and inquiries, contact +63 2 85323459 or +63 917 703 4517.
Stay updated on its menu and offers by following Champion Hotpot on Facebook and Instagram.
Disclosure: Together with fellow food bloggers and content creators, I attended a food tasting event held at this restaurant. Food items were served at no cost to the attendees.
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