David’s Master Pot 大味麻辣烫

Melbourne spice fiends gladly brave the Russell Street dinner rush for this spot. David’s Master Pot delivers unadulterated málà magic—a fiery, numbing Sichuan punch that hits exactly right. Grab a bowl. Hit the massive ingredient wall. Fresh meats, crisp greens, endless vegetarian options. You dictate the feast. Broth devotees obsess over the intensely savory málàtàng, but the real insider move? The dry pot. It’s an addictive, spice-drenched toss that demands a trip to the DIY condiment bar for the perfect custom finish. Fast, chaotic in the best way, and completely customizable. A fiercely flavorful fix that always delivers.