Vivian's Hotpot in Campbell River

1344 Island Hwy, Campbell River, BC V9W 8C9, Canada

★★★★★
(63 reviews)
Categories: Chinese restaurant Hot pot restaurant

About

Vivian’s Hotpot will serve customers with trendy Chinese cuisines, primarily the hotpot as a feature product.The ingredients are fresh, but there are also options of skewers meat that has already been cured.We’re new, but tasty and healthy 😊

Address
1344 Island Hwy, Campbell River, BC V9W 8C9, Canada
Plus Code
2QP3+2F Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Vancouver

Business Hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
11 AM–7 PM
Saturday
11 AM–7 PM

Services

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Kerbside pickup No-contact delivery Delivery Drive-through Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.8
★★★★★
63 reviews

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dumplings (18) spicy (9) atmosphere (5) food and service (4) crispy pork (2) dipping sauce (2) fried pork (2) cold noodles (2) chat (2) small business (2)
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★★★★★
September 10, 2024

Happened upon this gem by accident and very glad we did. Wonderful flavors in all we tried; chicken noodles, beef rice and both options for homemade dumplings. Server even helped with mixing our dipping sauce with just the right amount of spice. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
June 12, 2024

My first hotpot and I just wish I lived closer. Thinking of planning a overnight just to eat here. Amazing flavors and a great deal! They gave us extra free snacks and cooking tips! We loved it ❤️

★★★★★
June 7, 2024

Great restaurant - went here for dinner with my family and we all loved it! I have celiac disease so eating out can be a bit challenging - but I was so touched by how careful they were with my meal. Both the server and the chef made sure they understood what I can and can’t eat, which put me at ease. My meal was delicious (mushroom hotpot + mango shaved ice for dessert) and they even gave each of us a slice of cheesecake (also gluten free) for free !! 🥹💜 Lovely people, highly recommend!

★★★★★
December 30, 2023

Small place, was not busy when we went but my gosh I was blown away. Really good food, and one of the most unique experiences I have had. I am not much a foodie, but I will definitely return. Great food, great service, great staff, great atmosphere. Easy to recommend.

★★★★★
November 23, 2023

5 🌟 my husband and I had such a wonderful experience. Welcomed with a smile. Food was hot, fresh and simply delicious. The homemade dumpling 🥟 sensational. We tried 1/2 and 1/2 as it was our first time.

★★★★★
July 29, 2023

We had an awesome lunch with the kids! The cold noodles and the assorted skewers were all delicious! The staff were super nice and provided the kids with a juice box and games to keep them occupied. They also brought the kids San egg tart each! The Mein-mein ice dessert as well as the glutinous rice cake desert were fantastic! We would highly recommend you come here for a great meal!

★★★★★
January 31, 2023

I have been wanting to try vivians for a while and last week did so . It was my first time with hot pot and I was thrilled about the whole experience . The service was great as the waitress showed me hot to cook at my table in a most pleasant manor. The food was fresh and healthy , and the restaurant was very clean . It was fun way to enjoy food . I recommend Vivians to all .

★★★
December 20, 2022

We imagined a big double-sided pot for regular and spicy soup but instead the place uses this cute single person pot which is just the right size for an individual. The serving of meat, veggies, and sides is good but the soup can get salty once boiling for too long and lost volume. Will try again next time for the other soup flavors.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Excellent food, amazing service. I will definitely be back.

Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Drove an hour and it is actually closed. Not ethical and cheating customer.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

I didn t expect this quality Chinese food in Campbell river. The food is amazing and the service is good. Highly recommended!!! Food

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Absolutely fantastic!!! Im telling all my friends. Very reasonable prices!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

So much fun and such great staff. Great place to have a chat with your teens!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Amazing atmosphere! very authentic food definitely worth trying out!

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Amazing food and service

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Very tasty food, great service!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

The food is awesome. Great friendly service and a wonderful atmosphere. Will definitely dine there again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Great service, great value, great food.

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Lovely little hot pot/dumpling restaurant bringing some much needed variety to Campbell River. Fun place to go with friends or family. The customer service is 10/10. Must try the mouthwatering home made dumplings and crispy pork bites with spicy season salt.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Delicious on first time at the restaurant! We will come back again!

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Very nice neat and tidy place with absolutely lovely staff. I got the Wuhan sesame noodle bowl and it was absolutely delicious. My mouth still waters when I think about it.! Can t wait to come back! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

So glad to see they have vegan options! I messaged in advance to ask and they replied: Mushroom flavor hotpot with mix vegetables, and Wuhan hot noodles with sesame paste are good for you. Lovely people and a great time! :)

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Three of us went in for lunch today. The restaurant was so clean, bright and friendly. The food was amazing, the service was amazing. We had the beef soup, dumplings, and some rice cakes for dessert. They even gave us a little sample of fried pork and lemon cake. We will definitely be back!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The food was delicious, there were lots of choices, and everything was fresh. Service was great. This is more than just eating, this is an experience. If you havent, you gotta try it!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Hotpot was good, and she makes the best dumplings in town!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Have the hotpot, but go for the dumplings. Dumplings were amazing, there are no better dumplings in town.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Clean and friendly atmosphere. The food was delicious. We will be back

★★
December 21, 2023

I usually never like to make negative reviews but I just thought I would share our experience because we cannot stop talking about it. The waitress micro-managed our meal even though we told her we know how hot pot works, she was touching our food and told me I was using too much soy sauce and took it from me. She kept telling us we had our pots too hot or too cold, but how we have our food is not her choice. Im giving two stars because the food was decent and the flavour was good. But very strange experience and wont go back

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Vivian s hot pot is My favourite restaurant in Campbell River, hot pot always good, food is fresh, dumplings are amazing, I usually buy more dumplings and put them in freezer, it is so easy to cook at home, my kids love it ~

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

This is my second time here The taste is as good as ever. The service attitude is warm and thoughtful, especially the dishes, which are very fresh. There are four flavors to choose from. I really like the spicy and curry ones. It s a great place to get together with 2-3 friends.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Food and services all really good.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Good food and great people! You won t want to miss it.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great food great service. Give it a try

★★★
December 21, 2023

Went with my partner; We left hungry! One $30 hotpot is really only enough for 1 person. It should say this on the menu as we thought it would be enough food for how much it cost. The amount of meat they give you for that cost is also very ridiculous. However, the flavor was good and the experience was fun. The dumplings were excellent and you get lots! The waitress was quite funny and helpful, though her english was difficult to understand. Well be back again if we hear the portions increase, especially on the proteins.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My first time here. Although I did not try the hot pot, the Chinese dumplings (Jiao zi) and fried pork slices were amazingly delicious, which were all homemade by the ladies, so much better and healthier than these from the market.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

I recently visited Vivians Hotpot that exceeded all of my expectations. The atmosphere of the restaurant was warm and inviting, with modern decor and comfortable seating. The service was exceptional, with the staff being helpful and attentive, and always willing to offer suggestions on which ingredients to choose for my hotpot. The main attraction, the hotpot itself was delectable, with fresh vegetables and meats. The ingredients were of high quality and the flavors were perfectly balanced. The pricing is also very reasonable, considering the wide range of top quality ingredients and the fantastic service that the restaurant offers. I was very impressed with every aspect of my experience at Vivian hotpot and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable hotpot experience. Overall, it was definitely the highlight of my week and I look forward to coming back again soon!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Vivians Hotpot restaurant is welcoming and meticulouly designed from the moment you walk in. We ordered a hotpot and dumpling takeout and our meal was ready on time. Our hotpot was delicious and filled with many ingredients in a spicy, authentic broth. The dumplings were made by hand and full of flavour. If you are looking for a delicious and fresh hotpot experience then I highly recommend Vivians Hotpot restaurant. Parking: Easy and accessible parking.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

What a great meal we had (6 of us went) awesome concept! We all had a great time! Delicious

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Shared a single hot pot with my partner and the portions were almost enough for 2, but I think its meant for individual portions. The food was amazing and the spicy broth super fragrant and unique, and veery spicy! Vivian was super sweet and very attentive, maybe somewhat too attentive at times but she just wants to make sure youre doing it right! Got the dumplings and those were the star of the show. Especially the dumpling sauce she mixes up right in front of you. A great dining experience would reccomend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I certainly wasnt expecting Chinese food this stellar in Campbell River! All our dishes were fragrant, subtle, and impeccably plated. The flavors were so bold yet balanced. I loved it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Delicious food. Every dish is great - hot pot, dumplings, pork slices. The dumplings are my favorite. The staff is very friendly too :)

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great staff were friendly food was good and fresh would recommend

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Mm Mm mmm!!!!!! I m doing little happy dances in my seat eating takeout from here. I don t eat dumplings often, but these are easily the best I ever had. (Maybe the first time I ve had them hand made?) The woman working was welcoming and helped me pick my order. It was the kind of attention to detail you expect from a small business owner. Also, it was sparkling clean inside.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

This place has delicious food and very good service! It took me out of a very bad day, and I recommend it to everyone

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The food and service was excellent as always, the mein mein ice and cold noodles are my favourite

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

So good! The dumplings stole the show. 10/10. The mushroom broth was savoury and the spicy broth was hot without being overpowering. Dumplings plus the hotpot combo was enough for two. We didn t have time for dessert but with how good the rest of the food was it s on the list to go back for!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great food and great sevice. Very child friendly. Kid-friendliness: Kids got an extra dish for free and toys to play with. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent spot for a great meal and great service. The food is full of flavour and comes in generous portions, and we were even provided free crispy pork. Service was excellent and went over the top, very very friendly and had a lot to chat about with us. It was very welcoming, I will definitely be returning and recommending to my friends!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Each time we ve eaten here we ve received 10/10 service! The food is delicious and they always seem to offer us a sample of sauces and specials they made day of (no extra charge). They are so sweet and accommodate all our preferences without any hesitation. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a nice, affordable meal in town!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The wife and i went for lunch it was the first time Ive ever tried a hot pot. The staff were so friendly and helpful they went above and beyond to help explain and show how to make the soup. The portions were perfect, got the spice soup, and some dumplings. The waitress had the small business vibe where her excitement and eagerness to help you were just amazing. The food and service were 5/5 will be going again.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Phenomenal food and service, my goodness! The hot pot was delicious, with a choose-your-own spice level using the spectacular handmade sauces provided. The dumplings are simply incredible. They have to be tasted to be believed. On top of the amazing food, the lovely staff were so nice and generous. We are definitely coming back!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Vivian s Hot Pot is a wonderful new restaurant in the River. Authentic, delicious flavours, incredible house made dipping sauces, best dumplings ever. Service excellent. Try it before you will need to line up to get in. Prices for two great.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Exciting, authentic spicy hot pot! Also tried the tasty homemade dumplings with custom sauce, and an amazing crispy pork. So fun to cook at the table, with helpful guidance from staff. Nice date spot. Modern cool Chinese food this delicious is hard to find locally, and everything we ate was on par with the cuisine of Richmond or Vancouver. Will return.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing food and incredible service Will definitely come back again Food

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Healthy, delicious food and lots of fun eating it!