Richmond’s dining scene continues to grow, and the latest addition is Drama Hot Pot, a brand-new restaurant opening soon at Garden City Plaza. The space was formerly home to Mama’s Diner, which closed earlier this year, and will now transform into a vibrant spot for hot pot lovers.
📍 Location: Central at Garden City Plaza, beside Royal Beef and Pepper Lunch
What to Expect at Drama Hot Pot Richmond
While full details haven’t been released yet, the restaurant signage gives us a hint: bowls filled with noodles, veggies, and meats in broth-based, spice-coated formats. That signifies that Drama Hot Pot may be leaning into the increasingly popular customizable bowls with bold flavours and plenty of heat.
Another detail worth noting? The exterior décor and signage also showcase beer bottles, suggesting that Drama Hot Pot will likely serve alcohol alongside their meals. A cold drink paired with a spicy hot pot broth would definitely hit the spot.
Hot Pot Competition in Richmond
Drama Hot Pot isn’t the first to bring this style of dining to Richmond. Spots like Big Way, Piping Hot and most recently Deer One Hotpot (check out our full review) have already made a name for themselves with DIY hot pot experiences. Still, with a fresh name and prime location in Garden City Plaza, Drama Hot Pot will likely draw attention from foodies eager to see how it sets itself apart.
Coming Soon: Life is Drama, Pot is Hot
On August 24th, Drama Hot Pot shared a teaser on Instagram, hinting that the opening is just around the corner:
“LIFE IS DRAMA, POT IS HOT 🐉 Coming Soon 🐎 Richmond, BC”
With signage already up and an official announcement made, Richmond foodies can expect doors to open very soon.
More Variety for Garden City Plaza
The arrival of Drama Hot Pot adds yet another option to Garden City Plaza, which is already home to popular eateries like Happy Day Cafe and Good Bowl. With hot pot joining the mix, this Richmond plaza is becoming an even more diverse food destination.
👉 Stay tuned for updates on when Drama Hot Pot will officially open. We’ll be sure to cover the launch on our blog once more details are available.