How Much Does It Really Cost to Open a Hotpot Restaurant in 2026?

Thinking about opening a hotpot restaurant, but not sure where to start with budgeting? You’re not alone. The startup costs for a hotpot restaurant in Australia typically range from $350,000-$700,000, depending on your location, restaurant size, business model, and whether you’re going independent or franchise. This blog explores what each category involves so you can […]

Is David’s Master Pot Halal? A Full Guide for Diners in Australia

Master Pot is not halal-certified in Australia. Our signature broths use pork bone as a base, which doesn’t align with halal dietary requirements. However, before you cross it off your list completely, there’s more to the story. We offer pork-free and vegetarian options for our Muslim diners. Here’s what you need to know before dining […]

Where Did Hotpot Come From? Exploring the History of China’s Iconic Dish

Every cuisine has a rich history, from traditions passed down from generation to generation to culture nurtured within a community. The origin of hotpot reflects over 2,000 years of culinary history. Hotpot evolved from humble beginnings along the Yangtze River in Sichuan into the communal feast we love today. Whether you’re a hotpot veteran or […]

Malatang Explained: The Street Food Cousin of Hotpot

Sichuan, malatang lets you grab a steaming bowl of customised spicy noodle soup in about 10 to 15 minutes. No need to gather a crowd or spend hours cooking at the table. It’s the perfect meal for when you want those signature Sichuan flavours in a simpler approach. Let’s unpack the differences between malatang vs […]

Chinese Restaurant in Melbourne that delivers near you!

Craving the bold flavours of authentic Chinese hot pots without leaving home? David’s Master Pot, Melbourne’s go-to Chinese restaurant near you that delivers, is now available on Uber Eats! Whether you’re in the mood for a hearty bowl, sizzling stir-fried pots, or our famous Malatang soup base, we’ve got you covered. And with delivery now […]

Unlock Massive Rewards with Every Meal at David’s Master Pot

Download the App & Dine Smarter Today! Are you tired of dining out and feeling like you’re not getting the rewards you deserve? You spend hard-earned money on meals, but all you get in return is a bill. Imagine if every time you dined, you stacked up points for something more exciting than just the […]

Big Surprise from David!: Fish Maw & Chicken Soup Base

🎉 Big Big Big Surprise from David!!! 🎉It’s a soup base blooming season, and David wants to provide the best for you! 🍲✨ Starting from 3rd August, visit David’s Master Pot at our CBD locations on Russell Street, Elisabeth Street, & Swanston Street. A new soup—Fish Maw Chicken Soup—is coming to town! 🌟🐟🍗  Especially in […]

Dear all Veggie Lovers: David’s New Vegan Edition is launched

We are excited to announce that📣: David’s New Limited Edition Vegan Soup Base arrived❤️ ☘️”Vegan Spicy Sour Soup”☘️ It is 🌶️Spicy| 🤩Sour| ☘️Vegan This traditional soup base comes from Chengdu, an ancient city in China. Locals uphold a tradition of consuming sour and �spicy cuisine to maintain good health and stay warm.💛 Now we bring […]

The Best Restaurants in Melbourne for 2023

If you’re after the real deal when it comes to Sichuan hot pot, you’ll find yourself in expert hands at this CBD spot — the first local outpost of a brand that originated in hot pot’s heartland of Chengdu. It’s buzzy, colourful and has the crowds flocking for big, fresh flavours and traditional Sichuan-style broths. […]

Melbourne’s best hot pots

Chongqing and its adjacent Sichuan Province are hot pot grandmasters. Here, specially designed tables are fitted with a sunken hot pot receptacle that houses an ornate steel pot. The pot is then often subdivided into at least two (sometimes nine-plus) different broth regions, with the fiery hot mala variety – usually a beef stock that […]