Boston |We had to wait an hour just for this sauerkraut fish

🐟 B2J Tasty Pot: Boston's Newest Hotspot for Authentic Sichuan Fish First-Day Frenzy at Allston's Hottest New Spot Spotted this place prepping to open on Harvard Ave and showed up day one—one whiff of the pickled cabbage had me craving China's street food stalls! 🤩 🌟 The $66 Value Set (Feeds 2... or 3!) 1lb Black Carp in Pickled Cabbage Broth 🐟 Thin-sliced, black carp swims in a tangy-sour broth. Pickled cabbage is dead ringer for what you'd find in Chengdu—tangy, slightly spicy, and perfect for sipping (I may have asked for a refill). 😋 Must-Adds: Fuzhu & Wide Noodles Fuzhu (dried tofu skin) soaks up the broth like a sponge; wide noodles slide down smooth. Pro tip: Stir them into the fish for max flavor. 🍜 Sidekicks: Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice Cakes & Crispy Pork Rice cakes are chewy outside, soft inside, drizzled with not-too-sweet brown sugar. Pork is fried fresh, dusted with Sichuan pepper—snackable on their own. 🤤 Free Dessert Surprise Staff noticed us shivering in line for an hour and sent out a sweet treat (maybe red bean soup?)—too full to finish, but appreciated the gesture! 😘 📝 What to Know Before You Go Upgrade Option：Pay extra for California sea bass, but black carp is tender enough for us. 🐠 Queue Warning：Tiny space with only 9 tables—be prepared to wait outside (bundle up!). Go early or risk a 60+ min wait. 😫 Portion Reality：2 of us couldn't finish the set! Consider bringing a third friend or packing leftovers. 📦 💡 For Homesick Foodies Ambiance：Minimalist decor with Sichuan dialect posters—funny quotes keep you entertained while waiting. 😂 Spice Level：Default is mild-spicy, but ask for extra pickled peppers if you crave heat. 🌶️ Neighborhood Bonus：Hit up the nearby Asian market for snacks after—keep the China vibes going! 🛒 🌟 Final Verdict: Boston's New Sichuan Fish King No more settling for watered-down Americanized versions! This spot nails the pickled cabbage and spice balance—even my Sichuan friend approved. $30/person for a full-on feast? #BostonChineseFood #SichuanFishFix #AllstonEats #ChinaCravings #BostonNewOpening