Coquitlam’s Newest Comfort Food Obsession: The Lucky Fish Pot

For those who’ve lamented Coquitlam’s lack of bold, spicy Chinese flavors, rejoice—The Lucky Fish Pot has arrived, and it’s serving up steaming bowls of Sichuan-style sour fish soup alongside unexpectedly addictive street snacks. As someone who’s tried every hot pot and noodle joint in Metro Vancouver, I can confirm: This place is special. 🌶️ WHAT TO ORDER 1️⃣ Sichuan Pickled Fish Soup – Single Serving • Broth: Milky-white, deceptively spicy (numbing peppercorns sneak up on you). • Fish: Basa fillets—silky, no bones, absorbs the sour-spicy marinade perfectly. • Upgrade: Add vermicelli noodles or tofu skins for extra texture. 2️⃣ Fried Starch Sausage • Why it’s iconic: Crispy-edged, dusty with chili and cumin—tastes like elementary-school snack cart nostalgia. • Pro Tip: Order it "extra crispy" for maximum crunch. 3️⃣ Spicy Cauliflower • Battered and deep-fried—like tempura meets Sichuan dry pot. Dip in the fish soup broth for a flavor explosion. 4️⃣ Combo Sets • $18–22: Includes fish soup + 1 side (starch sausage/cauliflower) + drink. • Best Deal: Peppercorn Spicy set—numbing, tingly, addictive. 💥 WHY IT STANDS OUT ✅ Late-night friendly: Open till 11 PM (rare for Coquitlam!). ✅ Nostalgia factor: The starch sausage will teleport you to 2005 after-school snacking. ✅ Customizable heat: Choose mild to "face-melting" (Level 3 is the sweet spot). 📍 LOGISTICS Address: 1163 Pinetree Way #1202, Coquitlam (near Coquitlam Centre Mall) Hours: 11 AM–11 PM daily Parking: Free mall parking (no stress) #SichuanEats #CoquitlamFoodie #ChildhoodSnackFlashback