Fondue Retro (Kuangyiguo 狂一鍋) Hot Pot is a popular hot pot buffet with over 10 locations throughout Taiwan. It has been called the No. 1 Taiwanese-style hot pot buffet brand in Taiwan. The main difference between these pots and normal hot pots is the stir-fried Taiwan snack ingredients that spice up the pot. Also many of the soups at Fondue Retro are inspired by the history and society of Taiwan. For example, during the period when Taiwan was under Japanese colonial rule, a salty and fragrant fried pork dish was invented to cater to the Japanese preference for drinking alcohol. This dish later evolved into a noodle soup, which Fondue Retro has adapted into a hot pot. Another example is the Stir-Fried Squid Hot Pot, a famous dish from night markets, which Fondue Retro uses as a hot pot base. The soups at Fondue Retro are very different from those at other hot pot restaurants, as they have a rich Taiwanese flavor.
Historical Background: Fondue Retro (Kuangyiguo 狂一鍋) Hot Pot was launched in 2021 by the Leduoduo Group, which has long been engaged in the seafood business in Taiwan for over 50 years. The Sanchong branch of Fondue Retro has been open since 2022. Currently there are over 14 locations all over Taiwan. This chain restaurant's name in Chinese literally means "crazy one pot." This brand combines Taiwanese street food with rich, savory hot pot broth, transforming common snacks like crispy pork ribs, salty dumplings, and stir-fried squid into delicious hot pot dishes. Hours: Weekends: 11:30 AM–12 AM Weekdays: 1:30 AM–3 PM, 5:30 PM–12 AM Price: Set Menu Starting at 389 NT Children 121-140 cm: 149 NT Children 101-121 cm: 99 NT Children under 100 CM: Free English Menu: https://www.twrododo.com/autopage/1/englishmenu Website: www.twfondueretro.com, Facebook Special Discounts:
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Locations (14 Stores in Taiwan):
How to get there: By Car/Scooter: From Taipei Main Station, go east on Zhongxiao East Road until you reach Chongxin Road and take a right. The hot pot restaurant is on the opposite side of the street. There is some scooter parking on the street, but if you are driving a car I suggest parking at Tiantai Movie Theater and walking over. Looking for scooter rental in Taipei? You can search on Klook here or KKday here to search for options. You can also check out our scooter rental guide here. If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search Qeeq here, Klook here, or KKday here. You can also check out our car rental guide here. By MRT: Take the green line to Taipei Bridge or Cailiao Station. The restaurant is in between these two stations. You can purchase a discount easy card to use on the MRT from Klook here or KKday here. You can also book an MRT travel pass on Klook here. By Bicycle: Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan's landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can use Taiwan's many Youbike sharing stations, or search for rentals on KKday here, and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here. You can also book a Sunset Riverside Bike Ride and Historical Tour, 4 Hour Cycling in Taipei, Ultimate 8-Hour Cycling City Tour, or Taipei City Bike Tour with Night Market Experience on TripAdvisor here. For more information, check out our Taiwan transportation guide here. Map: Please see below: Our Journey: We have been to the Sanchong branch of Fondue Retro once. It is a really good hot pot for the price. There is also a nice Taiwanese atmosphere here. Getting here by MRT is easy, but coming by car or scooter can be a bit tricky. 
The hot pot is right on the busiest road in Sanchong, Chongxin Road, number 79.
It is on the left of Guangnan, and has a green sign.
Closeup on the green sign (Kunagyiguo 狂一鍋) in Chinese.
This is what the front entrance looks like.
Opening hours are listed here. Wifi is provided and credit cards are accepted.
View from the front of the store.
These are what the tables look like.
Full shot of the menu. You can view the Chinese menu here.
Here are the top pot selections available. The main difference between these pots and normal hot pots is the stir-fried ingredients that spice up the pot.
Here we had a pot with fried pork.
Our other pot was the Stir-Fried Squid Pot, which is a night market classic with a perfectly balanced sour, sweet, and spicy broth. It features tender and crunchy squid, stir-fried with spices and fresh vegetables like celery. The high-heat cooking with sweet and sour black vinegar, blending with the fragrant broth, results in a pot that is fresh, salty, sour, and refreshing.
Our server stir-fried the vegetables and squid right in front of our eyes.
After the stir-fry was complete, the broth was added.
Also, we added some chicken strips.
You can control the head of the pot with these electronic controls.
Next, we went to the buffet to get our hot pot ingredients.
Self-Serve Bar: there are over 30 types of vegetables (including milkfish paste on the bottom right), beverages (new cola machine, Tainan's Yi Feng Winter Melon Tea, guava juice, and more Taiwanese drinks), and self-serve ice cream.
The restaurant recommends that you fill deep-fried dough sticks with milkfish paste.
Here is the ice cream machine and drink machines.
When we visited the ice cream flavor was black sesame seed.
Drink flavors include orange juice, wintermelon tea, guava juice, and green tea.
There is also watermelon juice, grape juice, and barley pearl juice.
There are also many sauces and dried tofu that you can add to your pot.
There is also a bar area for single guests.
In the back, there are larger tables for bigger groups.
There is also a cute "beetle nut bar" that you can take selfies in.
In the back, there is also an air filter, high chairs, and a bathroom.
Kuang Yi Pot's signature dish, sold over 200 times the height of Taipei 101 in the market is the fried pork ribs. The pork ribs are flavorful down to the bone! Simmer for 5 minutes to release the salty and fragrant taste, no dipping sauce is needed for meat, hot pot ingredients, or vegetables. The soup base was co-created with Taiwanese chef Huang Jinglong.
There are a few fried pot options.
We enjoyed the fried squid rings.
Also, we had beautiful beef rolls.
And chicken strips on ice.
The full meal all set out.
Activities:
A view of our meal halfway through.
A view of the squid pot.
Chicken strip after it was boiled in the bot.
There were also some amazing soup pork balls.
View after we had destroyed the meal.
Another view of the Chinese menu.
Right next door you can also check out Guangnan.
There is also a night market nearby with lots of other snacks.
You can also check out Tiantai Theater and World Gym across the street.
Check out our Taipei Night Market guide here. You can also check out our Taiwan food guide here.
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