About this spot

KTOWN BBQ & HOTPOT sits on Paxton Avenue in Cincinnati's Hyde Park, tucked behind other businesses but well known to regulars who've made it their go-to for combining two styles of tableside cooking in one sitting. The format is all-you-can-eat for both the BBQ and the hot pot side.

The hot pot menu runs six different soup base options, while the BBQ side grills meat, seafood, and vegetables at the table. Standout dishes include prime steak and spicy calamari, with a sauce station and customizable seasoning letting diners build their own flavor combinations across both formats.

The dessert bar caps off the meal, and the contemporary decor and casual vibe suit both group celebrations and date nights. Reservations are accepted and recommended for weekend dinners when the room fills up.