Chi-Gui Mala Hotpot 赤鬼麻辣火锅 (Mid Valley Southkey) at Mid Valley Megamall
Location: Mid Valley Southkey, 邮政编码: 80150 Level G, Persiaran Southkey 1, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey
Each hotpot features two soup bases, allowing diners to experience both the fiery mala and a milder herbal or chicken broth. Premium ingredients include wagyu beef and kurobuta pork, alongside a wide range of fresh vegetables, mushrooms, and dipping sauces. Ultra-spicy barbecue lamb skewers are a popular addition, complementing the hotpot spread. The mala broth is calibrated to deliver layered heat without overwhelming the palate.
Chi-Gui operates weekdays from 10 am to 10 pm, and Friday to Sunday from 10 am to midnight. Average spending is around RM100 per person, placing it in the mid-to-upper range. The outlet can be contacted at 017-665 3899. Cash is the primary payment method. The Southkey location makes it a convenient option for Johor Bahru diners seeking Sichuan-style hotpot.
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Chi-Gui Mala Hotpot 赤鬼麻辣火锅 (Mid Valley Southkey)
CHI-GUI MALA HOT POT
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CHI-GUI MALA HOT POT
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Chi-Gui Mala Hot Pot
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Stimbot Chi-Gui Restaurant Entrance
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Stimbot Chi-Gui
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Stimbot Chi-Gui Mala Hot Pot
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CHI-GUI MALA HOT POT
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Restoran Chi-Gummala Hot Pot
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Thinly Sliced Raw Meat and Noodles
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Crispy Fried Appetizer
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Hot Pot Meal
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Fresh Shrimp Platter
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Thinly Sliced Meats
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Hot Pot
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Noodles with Sauce
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Enoki Mushrooms and Meatballs
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Friends Enjoying Hot Pot Meal
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Hot Pot Meal
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Hot Pot Meal
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Restaurant Interior
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Hot Pot Meal
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Hot Pot Meal
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Fried Shrimp Wraps
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Hot Pot Broth
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Raw Shrimp Platter
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Mushrooms and Noodles
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Restaurant Interior
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Thinly Sliced Raw Beef
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Hot Pot Meal
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Sauce Bar
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Green Ice Cream
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Restaurant Dining Area
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Restaurant Dining Area
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Fresh Prawns on Ice
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Restaurant Interior with Service Robot
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Restaurant Interior
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Hot Pot Broth
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Fried Tofu Skin with Shrimp
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Restaurant Receipt
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Sauce Selection
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Restaurant Signage
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Sauce Bar with Decorative Lamps
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Hot Pot Ingredients
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Sauce Bar
A variety of sauces and condiments are displayed in metal bowls on a black counter. Each bowl has a label indicating its contents.
Sauce Bar
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Thinly Sliced Raw Meat
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Hot Pot Meal
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