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Welcome to Hot Space

At Hot Space, located in Edison, NJ, a culinary adventure awaits those eager to explore the vibrant world of Szechuan seafood. Our story is one of passion and culture, merging authentic flavors with a lively atmosphere. At the heart of our menu lies our signature grilled fish, meticulously prepared with a sauce of your choice and fresh vegetables. Guests rave about our spicy garlic sauce and delectable side dishes, from roasted scallops to unique appetizers like spicy marinated pig ears. With attentive service, complimentary snacks, and a fun ambiance enhanced by music videos, every visit promises not only a meal but an experience you won’t forget.

LOCATIONS

Welcome to Hot Space: A Taste of Szechuan Excellence

Nestled in the heart of Edison, NJ, Hot Space is a culinary gem that elevates the Szechuan dining experience, especially for seafood lovers. This vibrant restaurant, located at 1757 NJ-27, invites patrons to embark on a tantalizing journey through authentic Szechuan flavors. The atmosphere buzzes with excitement, reminiscent of bustling eateries in Sichuan province itself.

What to Expect

The menu is a delightful maze of offerings. Each visit presents the opportunity to savor dishes that tantalize the palate with heat and depth. Guests can indulge in Roasted Pork Feet ($8.45), a rich delicacy, or venture into the exotic with Pickled Mustard Bullfrog ($75.95), an adventurous choice for the curious foodie. For those seeking a more familiar flavor, the Hot Spicy Crab and Roasted Squid guarantee satisfaction with every bite.

Signature Dishes

  • Grilled Fish: The star of the show is undoubtedly the grilled fish. Guests choose their fish (such as stripe bass or buffalo fish), a broth flavor, and several vegetable sides, culminating in a multi-layered, immersive dining experience that is both hearty and shared.
  • Spicy Oil Clam: A fan-favorite among regulars, the texture and balanced spice of this dish evoke warmth on cold evenings, making it the perfect starter or side.
  • Skewers: While most reviews commend the grilled fish, the skewers like Roasted Lamb ($4.95) and Mini Sausages ($3.50) are delightful, though some caution they may vary in preparation consistency.

Although some skewers have received mixed reviews regarding seasoning, the overall atmosphere and presentation elevate the dining experience. The plates come adorned with fragrant ingredients, showcasing the vibrant colors of Szechuan cuisine. As one reviewer noted, "You must try a fish, it's what they’re known for," highlighting Hot Space’s commitment to its signature dish.

Customer Experience

The restaurant’s ambiance is dynamic, featuring lively music and a carousel of videos that lend an energetic vibe to your meal. Reservations are highly recommended, as Hot Space tends to get busy—an indicator of its popularity among both locals and visitors alike.

Guests are welcomed with complimentary snacks, setting a warm tone for the dining journey ahead. Reviews highlight thoughtful touches from the staff, such as providing bags for jackets to protect against lingering scents and offering bibs to safeguard clothing from potential splashes of spice.

A Final Note

With a careful blend of bold flavors, attentive service, and an eclectic atmosphere, Hot Space promises an experience that transcends mere dining—it’s a celebration of Szechuan culture. Whether you’re a seasoned fan of fiery cuisine or a newcomer daring to explore, Hot Space offers an unforgettable adventure for your taste buds.

So gather your friends or family, prepare for an exciting meal, and make sure to reserve your table at (732) 317-8539. Hot Space awaits to take you on a culinary voyage you won’t soon forget!

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Nori K.
Nori K.

A friend recommended to go here and wow it was worth it. This places gets super busy so deff make reservations. Only downside is your clothes will smell like the food when you leave

Amanda C.
Amanda C.

The fish is so good, so fresh and tasty in the different sauces. We got the spicy sauce the first time- too spicy for us so the second time we got the picked vegetables one. It was amazing. The skewers weren't as good the second time around, dry, not seasoned well, so that's a let down. But overall great place

Phoebe L.
Phoebe L.

My family and I have come here a bunch of times, and we always love it! It's nice that there are complimentary nuts/snacks when you first get seated, and the ambiance is lively with the music videos playing on the back wall. Between the four of us, we usually get a 2lb fish with rice and a couple skewers plus a side dish. Typically we get the stripe bass, but this time we tried the buffalo fish. I absolutely love their spicy flavors for the fish, and we always get the golden combination for the veggie add-ins. Our favorite side dish is the hot oil clam (hot meaning spicy, the dish is actually cold), and the texture is always perfect! The only reason this review isn't a five star is just because the skewers are nothing special, and we've tried nearly all of them trying to find one we really loved. Highly recommend getting a spicy garlic fish!

Carly L.
Carly L.

A bit pricey, but huge portion sizes make it worth it! It's a one-of-a-kind experience, almost like hot pot but for whole fish. You choose your broth and toppings. They also have great appetizers like spicy marinated pig ears (highly recommend) and sliced beef. The garlic broth is my whole family's favorite- packed with flavor! The service is quick and attentive.

Jasmine Y.
Jasmine Y.

I drop by here once in a while; good place to go to with a few people (2-4). If any more, you will probably have to order something in addition to the 2 pound fish. The fish is great. This time I got the tomato broth with the sea bass since the big mouth bass they ran out of. I think people are sleeping on this flavor since it's so flavorful! The peanuts served as the appetizer are delicious and have a sweet tint to it. I'm not normally someone who cares about peanuts but it was that good. Service is very good. Provided us with a bag to put jackets in and sheets of plastic to put in front of our shirts. Also gave us new plates in the middle of the meal.

Neil M.
Neil M.

Not my first rodeo here, but the person seating me was baffled that I was here to dine alone. She warned me thrice about the big portions. I really wanted this and did not have company that night and decided not to wait for another time. I got the barramundi spicy tofu pudding with the golden combination (potato, lotus root, enoki mushrooms and kelp) with a side of the BBQ eggplant. I've been here before and have the best things to say about the fish - usually 2 lb (or 4 lb) in a hot pot base with your toppings of choice. Rice is ordered after your fish appears (interesting that it's $1 at the table but double when ordered to go). Top notch fish and everything in it. The eggplant BBQ was delicious - grilled eggplant with a mix of garlic + spice rub. Perfect compliment. I dined by myself and took home plenty of food to go. The music is loud but who doesn't enjoy that! I'll be back again, hopefully with more people so I can try more stuff.

Alice T.
Alice T.

Food: we ordered the sea bass with chili oil. It was perfect amount for four people. The skewers were also tasty- I liked the beef and squid. The dumpling I wouldn't order again...they taste like the ones you can make at home from the frozen package. Interior: Plenty of seating area, but I can see it getting busy on a weekend. Service: they were quick to seat us and were at tentative on refilling our tea. They also offered to bag our jackets, so the jackets wouldn't absorb the spice scent, which was awesome. Also they provided bibs for each person to protect our clothing.

Dan S.
Dan S.

Very authentic Sichuan cuisine. The restaurant was full with a 30 minute wait and I observed 100% of the patrons being from China. That should be a sign that this food is satisfactory for their palate, it's nothing like the greasy yuck you get from Chinese takeout. Some of the dishes are indistinguishable from what you get in Sichuan province. I am not sure but I think there is a sister restaurant in Mianyang. There are many items on the menu, such as pig brain and bullfrog, that may scare off people unfamiliar with Sichuan cuisine. It would be nice to have a menu for non Chinese that lists more familiar dishes described in English. Some sections of the menu are not even translated. However the servers were very helpful and patient with translation and recommendations. I would absolutely return here for the grilled fish. The price isn't bad either, 80 bucks and 3 of us were stuffed and had leftovers

Mylene T.
Mylene T.

I'll be honest I was a bit confused of what this place offered. It wasn't hot pot. But with a high rating I was curious. Pros: - You can put yourself on a waitlist. You can check your status and it lets you know how many parties are ahead of you. I loved this since it lets me walk around the area since Hmart is right next door. Once they text you when your table is ready, you must confirm and then they give you 5 min to arrive. Pretty smooth - Staff was very friendly especially Tina. Very helpful on what to decide since it was our first time there. - BYOB YESSS! - Plenty of parking - Complimentary starter (different kinds of nuts) and ending it with complimentary dessert (its like a gelatin (aka grass jelly) with I think it was evaporated milk) - If you spend $120 you can choose a flavored drink that comes in a dispenser. We got the mango it was good... it's sparkling water - Must try a fish. We had the salmon with the garlic sauce... broth was delicious Cons: - lots of vegetables that you must order with the fish I wasn't familiar with. I wanted Bok Choy and broccoli they didn't have it surprisingly - did not like the roasted squid at all. Seasoning wasn't good and it wasn't as tender. Presentation was horrible. - Try to sit in the middle or at the end if in a booth so the smoke from the sterno is not hitting you So you must try a fish it's what their known for. There's 3 steps: 1. Pick a fish (I'd like to visit again and try the bass.) 2. Pick a sauce (I really liked the garlic flavor) 3. Pick your vegetables (it was 6 of us and they recommended 4 to choose from) When the fish and veggies come to you, they ask you to wait for it to heat up.. it's like a sterno on steroids. Watch out for that smoke.. If you're sitting in a booth, don't sit in the inside because you'll need a shower to wash all that smell off of you lol. Salmon was good and they gave us 6 pieces! Perfect for us! Like I said I LOVED the garlic sauce. And the veggies we selected were: - Chinese cabbage - Asparagus lettuce (wasn't a fan) - Cauliflower (I liked a lot) - Kelp (supposedly this was Keto but not 100% sure it was actually good) My side faves were: -Chinese fried rice -Steamed dumplings Corn came in sticks, beef skewers and chicken they all were just ok. Looks like they have a karoke machine but didn't see anything happening on Friday night. Try it out! I'll be back!

Brenda C.
Brenda C.

Noted it was going to be a fun atmosphere the minute I walked in and saw a karaoke stage before me. Can you imagine the fun you would have either with your group or even joining a bunch of strangers belting out some of your favorite tunes? On to the food. They specialize in grilled fish in a sauce, where you pick what type of fish you want, the sauce and spice level, and some 3-4 additives to add to the steamed fish tray. The fish is 2 lbs and can be easily eaten by two people. They also have other sides giving you a very complete and satisfying meal. The wait staff are very accommodating and if you get stuck deciding, they are very knowledgeable and offer excellent recommendations based on your taste. Food: 4.5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Price: 5/5