Kanpai Bbq Hotpot Buffet

5 ( reviews )
1701 Rockville Pike STE A10, Rockville, MD 20852, United States
+1 240-669-8394

Discover the Ultimate Dining Experience at Kanpai BBQ Hotpot Buffet

Welcome to Kanpai BBQ Hotpot Buffet, a culinary destination where the vibrant traditions of Asian grilling and simmering meet modern dining convenience. Located strategically at 1701 Rockville Pike STE A10, Rockville, MD 20852, United States, Kanpai offers an unparalleled, all-you-can-eat adventure designed to satisfy every craving. We pride ourselves on providing a dynamic atmosphere where friends, families, and food enthusiasts can gather to enjoy high-quality ingredients prepared exactly to their liking. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of Korean BBQ, a devoted fan of Chinese hot pot, or simply seeking a diverse and interactive meal, Kanpai is engineered to exceed your expectations.

Our concept seamlessly blends two beloved dining styles under one roof, offering patrons the flexibility to choose their preferred method of cooking or enjoy both simultaneously. This dual offering ensures that every visit presents a new opportunity for exploration. We understand that dining out is about more than just the food; it’s about the experience, the interaction, and the memories created around the table. At Kanpai, we focus intensely on sourcing fresh, premium components—from thinly sliced meats perfect for quick grilling to an extensive selection of fresh vegetables and artisanal noodles ideal for the bubbling broth.

The interactive nature of both BBQ and hot pot encourages conversation and shared enjoyment, making it the perfect setting for celebrations, casual weeknight dinners, or significant gatherings. Our dedicated team is committed to maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, service, and ingredient quality, ensuring that your focus remains solely on savoring the incredible flavors presented before you. Step into Kanpai and prepare for a feast that engages all your senses.

Key Highlights of the Kanpai Experience

  • Dual Dining Concept: Kanpai uniquely merges the savory, smoky flavors of traditional BBQ with the comforting, customizable experience of Hot Pot. This fusion allows diners to explore a vast spectrum of tastes and textures in a single sitting, offering unmatched variety compared to single-focus establishments.
  • Commitment to Freshness and Quality: Central to our philosophy is the unwavering dedication to ingredient quality. We meticulously select premium cuts of meat, ensuring optimal marbling and tenderness for grilling, alongside an expansive, frequently replenished selection of the freshest seasonal vegetables, seafood options, and specialty items necessary for a truly authentic hot pot broth.
  • Interactive and Customizable Meal Structure: The buffet format empowers you, the diner, to curate your perfect plate. From selecting the specific broth base—be it spicy, herbal, or savory—to choosing your marinade for the grill, every aspect of your meal is personalized. This hands-on approach transforms dining into an engaging culinary activity.
  • Vibrant and Welcoming Atmosphere: Situated conveniently in Rockville, our restaurant is designed to be a lively hub for the community. The ambiance is energetic yet comfortable, suitable for both intimate meals and larger group celebrations, underpinned by attentive service focused on enhancing your interactive dining journey.

The location at 1701 Rockville Pike positions Kanpai as an accessible and essential dining spot within the Rockville area. We are more than just a buffet; we are a destination where culinary exploration is encouraged and every guest leaves satisfied and eager to return. Our commitment to providing a high-value, high-quality, and highly enjoyable dining experience sets us apart in the competitive Maryland food scene.

Concluding Your Culinary Journey

Kanpai BBQ Hotpot Buffet invites you to transcend the ordinary dinner routine and immerse yourself in a world where choice, freshness, and flavor converge. We look forward to welcoming you to our Rockville location to experience firsthand why our dual-concept buffet has become a local favorite. Prepare your palate for an adventure that is both familiar in its comfort and exciting in its endless possibilities. Come hungry, leave happy, and experience the true spirit of shared Asian dining.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
    • Delivery
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • All you can eat
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Comfort food
    • Happy-hour drinks
    • Happy-hour food
    • Healthy options
    • Late-night food
    • Private dining room
    • Salad bar
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Vegan options
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Catering
    • Counter service
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
  • Parking
    • Free multi-storey car park
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • On-site parking
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space

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Reviews Kanpai Bbq Hotpot Buffet

Ihuoma Ukoh
05-12-2025
Food is amazing! Sidebar: If you’ve been to K-BBQ/Hotpot spots you know that sometimes you can leave smelling like the grill. This place is so well ventilated that it’s not an issue at all. Love the fact that a robot brings the food to you as well, super innovative and efficient! More
Koga
24-11-2025
great hot pot and BBQ place! there is also a buffet full of appetizers and desserts (crab legs, crawfish, mango sticky rice, curry, egg tarts, ice cream, cheesecake, etc.) quality of meats were OK, tasted good. unlimited thai tea too! … More
윤아 YOONA
18-10-2025
The hot pot definitely good and the buffet food is also of good quality. The restaurant's atmosphere is so nice. The interior is pretty, so I recommend it as a meeting place More
Kathleen Yoo
05-10-2025
Favorite Hotspot and bbq place! The atmosphere is great. The food was also fresh and nicely portioned. Vanessa our hostess was so sweet! She came by and helped us cook our food. We will definitely come again soon More
Christina “Nina” Karambelas
21-09-2025
Really nice place with great prices and service. It's got a really comfortable ambiance. Austin was our waiter and he was great! Super helpful. I love that you can do the hotpot and the BBQ, PLUS the buffet. The mango sticky rice dessert is soooo good and both the original hotpot soup and the tom yum are incredible. Great selection. Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
krylancelo
07-09-2025
It’s our first time in this hotpot grill restaurant and it left a good impression on us! My boyfriend and I gave this a shot to try and we fell in love with their variety of food and good ambiance. My boyfriend definitely loves the meats and thought that marinated Short ribs is amazing! We were Satisfied and very full! Amy our server she’s the best! Her service and recommendations are the ones we tried and yes, everything there is delicious! From the big Crawfish to Roti and curry, Snow crab legs, Grilled Meat, squid tentacles, brisket, ribeye, beef tongue, hot pot. Chicken wings are crispy! Mango sticky rice is not too sweet, perfect for people who aren’t much of a sweet tooth. Rabbit coconut Gelatin dessert is so cute! Like I don’t wanna eat it and want to take it home as a souvenir. Shrimp tempura is also a must try! Overall, we give 5/5 to this place, service and their food. Meal type Lunch Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Wait time No wait Seating type Indoor dining area
T B
06-09-2025
This place might be the best Korean bbq around the area! 5 stars for 5 reasons 1. The quality of meats they have exceeds our expectations and more! The brisket is tender, juicy and absolutely tasty. The steak were also pretty good as well. 2. The wide selection that they have is ridiculous for what you’re paying! All types of meat you could possibly want, crab legs, wings, fries, fried rice and a lot more! Drinks were included! Thai ice tea was perfect! 3. Everything they had was so fresh and crispy! Quality is top notch! 4. Price is high but totally worth it for everything that is included such as desserts, appetizers, meats, hot pot, seafood and drinks included! Sticky mango rice to top it off! 5. Service was good but a little slow at times but no issues considering how busy they are. 2 hour limit but when it slowed down our server allowed us to stay past the 2 hours. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $100+ Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Pineapple Fried Rice
Xiao Jiang
06-08-2025
Great all-you-can-eat hotpot and BBQ This place offers hotpot, Korean BBQ, and buffet all in one — perfect for family or friends to enjoy together. The environment is beautifully decorated and spacious. The food was decent, and we loved how many options there were. Definitely a nice spot for gatherings! Meal type Dinner Price per person $50–100 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 Seating type Indoor dining area, Bar area, Booth seating Recommendation for vegetarians Would not recommend Vegetarian offerings Not sure Parking space Somewhat difficult to find parking
Vy H.
19-07-2025
Came here recently on a Thursday night and luckily it wasn’t too packed—got a booth for two. Cute decor inside! Server was great, but they also have the robots that bring food to your table, and you use mainly use an iPad to order. The buffet area had lots of food options (veggies, fried foods, noodles, salads, sauces, seafood, desserts, etc). My mother and I got the Big Hot Pot which allows you to get two different broths split separately but in one big pot—highly recommend the Laksa Soup (coconut curry flavor) but the Original Soup was okay too if you prefer a milder, less spicy soup base. All the Shabu Shabu vegetables, meat and seafood were fresh. I also tried the BBQ and ordered some Ribeye Steak, Marinated Galbi and Brisket—wasn’t a huge fan of any of them, lacked flavor even the Galbi, but decent portion size. Overall, good place if you’re in a hungry mood and want a variety of different food options—also, dinner was $45 per person, all you can eat, which I think is reasonable. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot
Ahra Jung
07-06-2025
Came by for dinner with some friends and I highly recommend this place. On a sidenote, I will mention that if you’re not familiar with this area parking at the shopping center can be quite hectic so if you can’t find something in front, I highly recommend just going straight to the back lot and finding a parking space there it will save you a lot of time and stress. Upon walking in kanpai it’s a mix of modern and elegant while encompassing a very fun vibe. We saw many birthdays, taking place and they come out with these huge signs and glow sticks and really make it into a spectacle which I love and a special shout out to Camille, the hostess, who bared with us through all of the photo opportunities she was amazing. Food wise for the price you pay it’s beyond amazing at the hot bar. You have option such as pad Thai with chicken and shrimp glass noodles with various seafood dumplings, softshell crabs, and so much more the options are almost endless. Then you have various fruits salad available as well as a great variety of desserts for at the end of the meal. At the table, you also then have the option of both hot pot and Korean barbecue and the meat options are also very amazing considering the price . Ordering is made super easy as each table gets a tablet so you can put in your orders without having to wait for a waiter or waitress. Additionally, the food comes out in one of those robotic trays so again wait time is very limited as as soon as it comes out someone or something will deliver it for you. The only thing that was inconvenient was the way that the tables are set up for smaller parties as they have a side-by-side set up of the Korean barbecue and the hot pot so it’s not easily accessible for everyone sitting there so there is some assistance that will be needed throughout your dinner. Other than that, I highly recommend as they have great food great service and all-around great vibes! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Brad R
25-05-2025
TLDR: A fun and impressive all you can eat experience combining hotpot, Korean BBQ, and a strong Chinese buffet. Fresh ingredients, fast service, great variety, and a surprisingly smooth system for such a packed restaurant. Kanpai is an all you can eat powerhouse offering endless hotpot, Korean BBQ, and a Chinese buffet all rolled into one experience and I am fully on board with it. My group of four arrived on a Friday night around seven to a packed dining room, yet we only waited a few minutes for a table. That alone speaks to how efficient and well organized their front of house operation is. The restaurant is nicely decorated and clearly a new build or renovation with a polished feel that shows someone invested heavily into the space. Once seated, the system is simple. You pay a flat rate and get full access to both the hotpot and Korean BBQ stations at your table along with free range at the Chinese buffet in the back. For hotpot, each table selects two broths which arrive in a split basin set on a built in table burner. From there you order as many meats, seafood, and vegetables as you want. The Korean BBQ operates the same way with a selection of meats and seafood ready to be grilled by you at your own pace. Servers will sometimes help with grilling but during busy times it is easier to handle it yourself. The hotpot is entirely self managed. The buffet is a fantastic addition that more all you can eat places should embrace. It features a nice range of appetizers like potstickers and spring rolls along with more interesting items such as spare ribs, fried soft shell crab, and pineapple fried rice. The sauce bar nearby is loaded with every topping and condiment you could possibly want. As for the proteins, everything we tried for both hotpot and KBBQ was fresh and portioned generously. A small tip for newcomers. Table space becomes very limited when juggling both hotpot and KBBQ, so pace your ordering. Everything is done through a tablet at the table and once you submit your items a robot runs your meats straight to you which was a fun touch. Our highlights included the laksa broth paired with various seafood for hotpot and on the KBBQ side the thin sliced beef and pork belly which were simple but excellent because of how good the meat quality was. Overall, Kanpai delivers a great all you can eat experience and is absolutely worth a visit if you want variety, freshness, and a lively crowd. Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Noise level Moderate noise Seating type Indoor dining area Recommendation for vegetarians Highly recommend Vegetarian offerings Large vegetarian selection Vegetarian options plenty of options for hotpot Parking space Difficult to find parking Parking options Free parking lot Parking adjacent parking lot becomes very congested. Recommend parking behind the shopping center Kid-friendliness only for the more adventurous Wheelchair accessibility predominately booth seating. restaurant can get very crowded and the burners are not close to the edge of table
Sterls Bacot-Bennett
18-04-2025
Sleek and stylish dining room with a Southeast Asian aesthetic with modern yet tropical decor in a bright and open floor plan. There are so many food options including a buffet with snow crab legs, ribs, soft shell crabs, roti, crawfish, takoyaki, seaweed salad, green papaya salad, and so much more! Korean BBQ, and Japanese Hot Pot aka Shabu Shabu are available at your table with a built in grill and an induction burner for the hot pot. An extensive selection of seafood, meat, and vegetables can be ordered on demand from an iPad. Service was friendly, quick, and efficient with items for the grill and hot pot delivered by a robot. Over several visits I have noticed that some servers will help with grilling and serving while other servers won’t do anything more than clear plates and debris from the table. Service Dine in Meal type Lunch Price per person $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Hotpot, Crab Legs, Takoyaki Parking space Somewhat difficult to find parking Parking options Free parking lot
Conscious Conscious
15-04-2025
I had such a wonderful experience at Kanpai! Our server, Kelly, was absolutely amazing. She was so attentive and made us feel like we were her only table, even though she had several others to take care of. She checked in on us often with … More
Mary Abbago
08-04-2025
This was such a great experience! Our server, Vanessa, was great. She was very attentive and made sure we were all doing well! The food was all really good as well, including the buffet. Will definitely be coming back Service Dine in Meal type Lunch Price per person $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Chris
03-04-2025
Went here once because of a friend's recommendation, and went here every other time because it's the best Korean bbq around and it's not even close. But never has it been more memorable than with Kyle. Dude you are a 10/10 server and completely made my most memorable birthday in a super long time. Meal type Dinner Price per person $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Noise level Loud, but you can still talk Wait time No wait
Tim Possible
24-02-2025
Our server, Vanessa, stood out. She guided us through the ordering system, patiently explained the hot-pot and BBQ processes, and proactively topped up plates and checked for needs. Vanessa’s attentiveness was well-timed and genuine—it contributed significantly to an elevated experience. Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Group size 3-4 people
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04-02-2025
It was honestly a huge disappointment. The BBQ felt like a poor imitation of Korean BBQ, and the pork belly came out paper-thin, more like hotpot meat than proper BBQ cuts. The hotpot controls weren’t placed in front of each seat but awkwardly on the side, which made it really inconvenient to adjust. The table setup was also far too cramped to handle BBQ, hotpot, and buffet dishes all at the same time. On top of that, the menu variety was limited, there were restrictions on how many items you could order at once, and the overall food quality was very low. For all of this, the price was $45 per person, which is ridiculously overpriced. To make matters worse, they automatically added a 25% gratuity for just 5 people, which felt unreasonable and unacceptable. And after eating here, my husband ended up with a stomachache. Overall, it was a terrible experience, terrible value for money, and I definitely would not recommend it.
Sweet Kitty
31-01-2025
To be honest, I was a little bit disappointed. The restaurant is nicely decorated — clean, modern, and comfortable. The staff were friendly and polite, and the overall service was pleasant. However, as a buffet, the food selection was quite limited, especially compared to other similar buffets. The hot food options were very basic — things like stir-fried noodles, shrimp with broccoli, and a few other staples. The deep fried soft shell crab is recommended. The desserts and drink options were more abundant, which was nice, but many of the beverages came with extra charges, which felt a bit unexpected for a buffet experience. Overall, it was an okay visit, but I expected more variety for the price. Meal type Lunch Price per person $30–50 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 Group size 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 people, 9+ people, Suitable for all group sizes Seating type Indoor dining area, Booth seating Recommendation for vegetarians Would not recommend Vegetarian offerings Not sure Vegetarian options It is a buffet. I don’t see vegetarian dishes clearly labeled. Dietary restrictions None Parking space Somewhat difficult to find parking Parking options Free parking lot, Free parking garage Parking Free parking garage is available at the back of the restaurant. Kid-friendliness Yes Wheelchair accessibility Yes
Starr Davis
28-01-2025
Great value for $45 per person for dinner. Weekend they do all day dinner. With so much appetizers and good selection of sauces for dipping. iPad order for foods which is very convenient , except for drinks. Delicious hotpot base and quality meats. Meats are lightly marinated allow customers to taste original meat flavor without masking it with heavy sauce. Soft shell crab was yummy, not a fan of the crab legs. Wonderful dessert selections, love the mango sticky rice and pumpkin coconut soup. Bright and open interior. Friendly and efficient service. Parking can be a bit tight especially during dinner time. Definitely recommend. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Huỳnh T. Hiếu - Huynh Liam LLC
25-01-2025
Kanpai BBQ, Hotpot & Thai in Rockville, MD Kanpai in Rockville is really delicious! 😋 They offer a huge variety of side dishes, the BBQ and hotpot are flavorful, and the Thai dishes are also on point. 🇹🇭🔥 The service is super friendly and fast, and the restaurant is always busy with a fun mix of European and Asian vibes. 🧡✨ Definitely a great spot for group dinners or weekend cravings! 🍲🍢🍻 Meal type Dinner Price per person $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes Hotpot, Pineapple Fried Rice, BBQ Meats, Crab Legs, Takoyaki, Salad Bar, Egg Tarts, Shabu Shabu & BBQ, Pumpkin Coconut, Hokkaido Scallops, Kalbi, Tortilla Soup, Mackerel, Argentina Squid, Sorbet, Beef Steaks, Korean Bar B Que, Squid Tentacles and Cumin Lamb, Brisket Lamb, Sticky Rice Mango and Egg Tart Reservation Not sure

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