Burnaby’s Ultimate Budget Lunch Spot | Pot Empire Review

📍 Pot Empire 🏠 Address: [Insert address if known] 💰 Price: $18.99 lunch special (11 AM–3 PM weekdays) ⏰ Hours: Open daily (check exact times) 🔥 Why Office Workers Love It ✔ Customizable hot pots – 5+ broths, 8 protein choices, 3 noodle/rice options ✔ Shockingly filling: Comes with pre-loaded veggies + free ice cream ✔ No sad desk lunches – Steam-fresh meal in <15 mins 🍲 HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick Your Base: • Sichuan Mala (numbing spice) • Tomato Herb (tangy & light) • Coconut Chicken (creamy comfort) 2. Choose Protein: • Thin-sliced beef (melts in broth) • Shrimp balls (bouncy & sweet) • Lamb rolls (gamey & rich) 3. Add Carb: • Vermicelli (soaks up flavor) • Udon (chewy satisfaction) 4. Freebies: • Veggie plate (napa cabbage, corn, mushrooms) • Ice cream cup (vanilla or red bean) 💡 PRO TIPS 1. Double broth hack: Ask for half-and-half (e.g., mala + tomato) 2. Sauce station: Mix sesame paste + chili oil + cilantro for dipping 3. Leftovers? Broth makes killer next-day instant noodles #WorkLunchWin #BurnabyEats #BudgetFoodie