Lotus Grill
150 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, OH, 43235
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Address :
150 Hutchinson Ave
Columbus, OH, 43235 - Phone (614) 781-8883
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 10
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No
Categories
Chinese Cuisine
The popularity of Chinese food in America can be adjudicated by the appearance of China Town in many major cities in the United State of America. The popular trend of ordering or opting for Chinese take away food isn't unknown in America. Chinese take away food comes to rescue when you're too tired from work or too exhausted to cook. No one can resist the temptation of eating spicy noodles, shrimp, chicken, beef or pork cooked in the sweet and spicy sauce. The cooking method of authentic Chinese food is a lot different compared to what is served in America.
Generally, Chinese use dark meat small bones and organs to cook dishes but this changes when you are eating American-Chinese fusion food prepared using white boneless meat cooked with broccoli, carrots and onions. Back in China, the food is less spicy and oily as they favor steaming and braising method for cooking the most popular dishes. So, if you have a taste for authentic Chinese food, then try finding a real Chinese restaurant in the city. You can also try the most popular fusion Chinese food like Pecking Duck, Chicken Feet, Hot Pot, Shrimp Dumpling Soup, Mapo Tofu, Wontons, Chop Suey, Egg Rolls and not to forget Fortune Cookies.
There are not many restaurants in America serving authentic Chinese food. A little research on Restaurant Listings directory can help you locate the best Chinese restaurants in the city. Chinese cuisine is continuously evolving, and you can find a variety of dishes categorized as the food for lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, vegan, vegetarian, and diabetic friendly. So, if you have a group of friends with different taste patterns, save the hassle and visit the nearest Chinese restaurant in your city.
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Laura S.
I'm giving this three stars instead of two because they do have several vegan options; however, in the end this is just another generic Chinese restaurant. The food is a bit too salty but not spicy enough, and the rice I received was borderline gummy. I stopped in because of the restaurant's proximity to the Marcus Crosswoods Cinema, but next time I think I'll try another place.
(3)Ye T.
good
(4)Charl T.
One of the best Chinese food in Columbus. Little bit far away from downtown but really worthy! Must try the meat ball soup and cold chili chicken.
(5)Cholo G.
If I could give this place ZERO stars I would. I ordered general so's chicken. The sauce was the texture of SNOT and it was just out right DISGUSTING. I tried to settle and eat as much as I could but it was just too nasty! Ingredients tasted out dated, I do NOT understand why this place has 4 stars. Smdh.. I made a Yelp specifically to write this review.
(1)Andrew L.
This is a great place, but you gotta order off of the secret Chinese menu. Yes, the legends are true. You could ask for the Chinese menu and use google translate to translate images of it. Or you could use the photos I have below to show them what you want (though it's far from a comprehensive set). The food is fantastic and authentic. I'm not sure why they don't have the Chinese menu in English, honestly. Maybe they just don't think it's worth the time translating it, but they really have some great stuff. Delicious beef noodle soup, tofu stirfry dishes, nappa cabbage and meatball soup, szechuan style steamed fish, etc. My cousin has posted a review here, and as he says: "As for the Americanized stuff... Well, you should know better."
(5)David S.
This place is serviceable. Here are the items I tried: Egg roll - very greasy. Only option is chicken egg roll. The veggies were thick cut and the chicken was sparse. It was all put together and fried but came out very greasy. Served with sweet and sour sauce. Nothing special on the sauce. They gave me some duck sauce when I asked, but it was just a packet. Potstickers - very doughy. Not much filling. Lol mein - noodles were good and chicken was moist. Overall felt it was missing something. Garlic chicken - supposed to be spicy but not very. Overall it was ok. This seems like a run of the mill place, nothing special to see here.
(3)Helen S.
I would say this is a pretty average Chinese restaurant. The food is really cheap and portions are large. The food was just okay though- nothing I absolutely loved. We tried the chicken wings were good and nice and crispy. We also ordered the dan dan noodles and hot pepper chicken. This is only the second place I've had dan dan noodles and it tasted different than what I remembered, but it was still good- I would order it again. The hot pepper chicken was just okay. The rest of the menu has typical Chinese dishes, nothing out of the ordinary. The decor is very minimal- very basic. It also seemed like most people got take out instead of eating in. It's hard to explain, but it's not the most comfortable place to eat. I will probably get take out next time and try a couple other things on the menu.
(3)Vicky N.
Really affordable Chinese food around the Polaris area. What I like most about this place is that their menu is condensed. I always feel overwhelmed reading through 20 pages of every style of fried rice a Chinese restaurant can make. Lotus Grill doesn't feed my indecisive nature like those other restaurants by simply placing a menu board with a fewer number of items next to the cash register. I have to admit that my judgment of Chinese food is not very great. My scale of rating Chinese food is either "bad" or "greasy/MSG-everything guilt love" -- there is no in between. Bad Chinese is usually plastic tasting/ inedible, so a lot of Chinese food is considered good for me. I wish I had a more nuanced palate, but alas, the food here was really delicious. I tried the Singapore noodles and the home style tofu and eggplant (combined them). Large enough portions to box home and eat the next day. And it was so cheap!
(4)Mike G.
I had a really nice lunch meet up with Anna H. yesterday. We checked out this place at her suggestion and it was a good choice! I'll keep my review short as there's a ton of great reviews already posted. The quick and easy? There's no ambiance. You order at the counter and they bring it out to your table. You bus your table yourself. Their food is cheap, delicious and you get a huge portion for the money. Get the Pad Thai! It is very good here. Definitely 4 star quality and well worth the price. Pad Thai is $5.95 but I added shrimp (8 medium sized shrimp for $1 extra) so for my $6.95, I got a huge lunch portion that other restaurants would call dinner size. There was enough for two full meals. Large Portions + Quality Food + Inexpensive = Happy Customers.
(4)Kathrine E.
Good food, fast and not expensive at all. Have had then twice and can't complain either time. So much food for so little cost.
(5)Jim R.
Hole in the wall, but clean kitchen (they have windows into the kitchen from the dinning room). Inexpensive, but fresh ingredients. Asked for extra spicy and it was perfect (I like it crazy hot). The folks were polite and friendly. This will continue to be one of my go to spots in Columbus.
(4)Sarah F.
Just moved into Worthington and was looking for a great new Chinese restaurant. I was pretty disappointed to find out that the only delivery I could get was through cafe courier and decided to try out Lotus Grill for a pickup. I read up a little on yelp (duh) and saw that a lot of people tried out the homestyle tofu with success. I ordered that for myself and the hubster got his normal sweet and sour chicken. Everything was still piping hot by the time we got back home and it was awesome! I was really pleased with the tofu, the sauce was very flavorful! We also tried the crab rangoon and I thought it was yummy too! I'm told the sweet and sour chicken was great, especially since it came with pineapple. I'll definitely be back!
(4)Ailun C.
Love it! The food is very delicious and nearly authentic! Haha, we love to go there! The owner is from Szechuan and the cabbage meatball soup is so so amazing!
(5)Jay E.
Good quality food for the price. The General Tso chicken was spicer then I am used too but still good.
(3)Anna H.
I need to give Doc M a shout out for putting this place on my radar, and thank you to Mike G for meeting me here for lunch today. My lunch was cheap, tasty and filling. I ordered the deep-fried tofu with vegetables and fried rice (I think it is called Homestyle Tofu) and I specified not spicy. I definitely want to stop back to try a couple of other dishes. You order at the counter, from the big menu on the wall, and they bring your food to your table. I liked and I'll be back.
(4)kjn s.
Purpose: Quick supper alone on a biz trip. Pros: Cheapest prices I've seen in a long time. $5.95 for a chicken Phad Thai. Cons: Not the best food or ambiance.
(4)Yi G.
Great restaurant owned by an authentic Sichuan family. This is a place we would like to go when no idea what to eat for lunch and dinner in general.
(5)Ryan K.
Now this place was quite the surprise. I was expecting something of quality given the rating distribution of reviews done by others, but none the less it exceeded my preconceptions. Lotus Grill encompasses all the things that make the perfect sort of joint for a lunch time stop: delicious, speedy, and wallet friendly. On my last trip I tried their General Tso's which is a sort of safety choice I suppose, but a most pleasant one at that. The food here is flavorful and is certainly well and above the quality you would assume from their pricing model. They also get the meal over to you super fast. I mean I sat down and then suddenly the food was there. I suspect that they have some sort of device that extrapolates what your desires are as you enter the parking lot, allowing them to begin prep work early.
(5)Juan S.
People give this place high marks because it's cheap. You get what you pay for. I've been here twice and struck out twice.
(1)Patrick G.
Seeing the good reviews of other Yelpers, I tried this place for dinner last night. The Hot and Sour Soup was very good; not as full of vegetables as the best I've had, but spot-on for flavor. The potstickers were good, with a nicely spiced dipping sauce. The Kung Pao Chicken was very good, with fresh vegetables, a good amount of meat, and a very nice level of spice. Large portions, low prices, very good food, and walking distance from my hotel add up to a win. I'll have my leftovers for lunch today, and enjoy it again!
(4)Matt W.
Stopped in here for lunch with my parents while running errands around Crosswoods. I had the Ma Po Tofu, which was really great and came in a massive portion - easily enough for lunch and dinner that night. Inexpensive, fast, pretty tasty. You can do quite a bit worse around Columbus. I want to come back for dinner here to try a few more items, but I can see myself bumping my review up soon.
(3)Tom W.
Nicely done. Wonton soup was very good with fresh, light wontons in a very tasty light broth. Noodles were excellent with the proper mix of noodle, spices, and goodies (veggies and protein). Worth the visit.
(4)Bill M.
I've only tried a limited number of items on their menu so far and I've been pretty happy. The place does seem to have good service and is very clean. The food does seem to be fresh and hot everytime I order here.
(4)Ashley P.
I grabbed takeout from here with a co-worker the other day. The guy working the front was super friendly. I got the honey shrimp. Portion and price were both good and the food was prepared quickly. I'll definitely be back for more lunches being that it's so close to my office.
(4)Mike D.
Good fast Chinese. I will agree with others that have said the food can be hit or miss. I think it does depend on who's working that day. That being said, even the misses are good enough. The staff is extremely friendly and I can't say enough good things about them. Portions are large-ish and they have a pretty wide variety of dishes. Those familiar with Tai's Asian Bistro on Lane Avenue should find this place very familiar.
(4)Doc M.
The yen for chinese hit me tonight so after a quick search and reading the glowing reviews on Yelp, I decided to give this place a try. It's located in the Crosswoods area beside a Chipolte, the Marcus Cinema and Sushi KO. I forget what this place was originally, the dining room layout is kinda weird and the decor is minimal but not the reason I was there. A nice selection of dishes offered on their menu here. Order at the counter here, then your meal is delivered to your table nice , fresh and hot. They have pepsi products on tap and a cooler full of teas and other drinkables. Since it was my first time here I decided to keep it safe and go with Pepper Steak w/fried rice and a eggroll for a appetitzer. The eggroll was big, fried just right without being too greasy and was delivered within minutes of my order. Then came my huge platter of pepper steak, hot, very fresh and tasty. The fried rice here is awesome with plenty of peas, carrots, scrambled egg, not greasy or overcooked. The folks that run this place are very nice and personable. And with the large windows looking into the kitchen you can see your meal being prepared for ya if thats your scene. Been trying different asian places around my neighborhood and think this will be my goto place from now on, decent prices, huge portions.
(4)Crystal D.
Average food, places feels empty since thee is nothing on the walls, and the guy at the front desk is ALWAYS on his iPhone! The family will squabble in front of customers assuming that because you don't speak the language you can't tell they're yelling at each other. I come here when I am staying at the Sheraton across the street and don't want to venture out for food.
(3)Ron R.
Here's the 411... Chinese Food shouldn't look more weird then they already do. Was drawn in to the Spare Ribs listed on menu... When I asked for them - extremely hairy dude said "All out..." and then returned to his cellphone. 2 entrees/soft drinks, appetizer = $25 Drink was filled only half / food looked "re-used" - Chicken Teriyaki didn't look like chicken or even tasted like chicken. O.o Fried Rice was meh... There's a spot off West Broad called Peacock West - their food looks weird too for Chinese but it's awesomeness! They do have spare ribs. Two stars for the mention of Peacock West.
(2)Erin K.
Oh yeah. This is some legit Asian cuisine right here, as long as you order off of the Chinese menu (I can't speak for the American menu, as I've never had any food off of there). It's tasty, cheap and hits the spot. The service is pretty slow, but that makes the experience that much more authentic and like you're actually in China or Taiwan. Trust me, the food and experience are worth the wait - as long as you're down to try new things. Or if you already like Chinese food that is authentically Chinese, and not Americanized. Will definitely come back when I'm in the area again. Thanks Angela C. for letting us in on this well-kept secret!
(4)Mike C.
When you walk in and your the only American in the restaurant you know you found the right place!!
(4)Paul F.
I had an absolutely great meal here last night and it was entirely deserving of five stars.. I drove over just for dinner. No movie for me. The manager told me that it would be better to order at the counter but a waitress took my order at the table. And I ought to mention that with the place nearly full, I was the only Occidental. The rest of the diners were Asian. I started off with a bowl of wonton soup which was delicious! There were plenty of wontons. They almost filled the bowl. And the waitress waitied until I was finished with my soup to place my order for my entree. For my entree I ordered the singapore noodles, spiced up a bit. And they came out spicy! But boy were they good. There was a ton of noodles, and shrimp, chicken, and vegetables. One of the best chinese dishes I've ever had. And my bill was still under $10. Can you believe it?!
(5)H K.
Had the shishuan chow fun with spicy chicken wings and an egg roll to go. The rice noodles were not pan fried to my liking. Couldn't even tell they were in the wok. Maybe boiled only. Virtually no spice either. I thought they were to be spicy? The chicken wings were a little soggy but good. Again under spiced. Egg roll was excellent but the store provided only soy sauce for dipping. Disappointed. Need yellow mustard and sweet&sour. No packets please!
(2)Febre Z.
This five star is deceptive... Lotus Grill is one of the few places in Columbus that you can order "off of the menu". Some of the dishes that you'll find has ridiculously high DTR ratio (dish to rice ratio: how much rice one spoon-full of the dish makes you eat because it's so awesome). Go with friends and family. Start with a soup, then order a dish per person (Pork with Bean Curd + String Beans = super high DTR).
(5)Lisa S.
Fantastic food! My hubby & I have been searching for a not-too-far & cheap but tasty Chinese joint since we moved to Westerville 2 years ago. Our go-to was always Tai's. After reading the yelp reviews, we finally ventured to Lotus Grill about 2 months ago. We've been back nearly every week since & sometimes twice a week. Best egg rolls & tofu (homestyle tofu) I've ever had & the Singapore noodles are the bomb! And this is all before trying the authentic Chinese menu! It's hard to venture off the delicious beaten path though! Thank goodness for this place because it saved us from all the mediocre Chinese within a 10-mile radius!!
(5)Michelle H.
The food was delicious, the staff was extremely friendly and it was right nearby our hotel! We went there twice in the few days we were staying in Columbus because it was so good!
(5)Richard B.
This is by far my favorite restaurant for casual Chinese dining. I'm at a loss to adequately describe that x-factor that makes this place a step above the rest. When you walk in, you might think you're in just another Chinese restaurant (such are ubiquitous in Columbus), but then the quality surprises you. The food is delicious. I will go out of my way to stop here and will often order extra to take home.
(5)Regan F.
Cheap, good, and lots of food. The trifecta!!! We had lo mein beef, Singapore noodles, sweet and sour chicken, honey shrimp, and crab rangoons. Shrimp was my fav!
(5)Steve G.
I need to try more foods to know for sure, but this is my third trip here and I think I have a pretty good idea of how it is. The food is fairly good, given the price. Yes, I've had better, but it's been at more expensive sit in restaurants. The customer service is very good, you can tell they really care that you're in, and that means a lot to a diner like myself. They serve your meals on glass plates, metal silverware, and a waiter comes to bring it out to you and refresh your drinks and plates. Most meals are between $5-8, and they have a very large menu to select from, complete with appetizers and sides as well. I've been to this location a couple of times now, and it's good, but not as good as HC Way nearby.
(4)Thaddeus R.
Cheap. Huge portions. Delicious food! Best Szechuan beef I've ever had. And if u ask for spicy, they make it really spicy. At here two nights in a row while in town. And will come back next time.
(5)Garner M.
As I regularly stay in the area for business, I've become very familiar with the various restaurants surrounding my hotel. The Lotus Grill is one that I always enjoy hitting for a tasty, reasonably-priced lunch, and one that's much more interesting than what I'd get at Chipotle nextdoor. I usually get the crab rangoons as an appetizer, and they always come up fresh and piping hot, with sauce on the side. Most recently, I tried the homestyle tofu based on a recommendation I read online, and I'm glad I did. Delicious, and very nicely presented (see photo). I like that, even though you order and pay at a counter, your food is brought to you at your table, on real plates. It's a small thing, but it makes for a nicer meal. Next time I'm in town, I'll definitely return.
(4)Brielle H.
Was extremely garlicky...I feel Chinese food should not have a lot of garlic so was not a fan of here. Customer service was good tho
(2)Yinxuan S.
Gotta order from their 'secret' menu. The food is awesome, my favorite is the spicy chicken (the 3rd item from the menu). I wish they come up with a English version of the secret menu so that I don't have to explain to my friend every time we been there. Nice staff, reasonable price. Plus their spicy food is not that overwhelming compare to the other place. Very suitable for the people that can't take very spicy food but still enjoy spicy food.
(4)Zain K.
At 3p on a Saturday this place was very busy, which I took to be a promising sign. I ordered the cashew shrimp for $6, and for that price was impressed by the quantity of shrimp and veg in the dish. It tasted great, too, but was unfortunately way greasier than it needed to be (I ordered shrimp and veg with the intent of keeping it sort of healthy). For this I have to dock a full two stars from my rating.
(3)Jaclyn W.
Great spot near the hotel that I stay at when I am working in Columbus. Nothing fancy. I always get pickup. I call ahead and it's always ready by the time I get there. The person who works at the counter is really friendly. I try to be healthy when I'm on the road. The wonton soup is fabulous. Steamed vegetables are always a good. Serving size is good and prices are great. All and all, if you're in the mood for takeout Chinese and in the area, I suggest giving this place a try!
(4)David L.
There is an obvious disparity in reviews on this restaurant - most notably between those who have ordered from the Chinese menu and those who have had the fast food. I was brought here by my aunt (Chinese) and uncle (American) who told me this was their favorite place to go for Chinese food. They've lived in Columbus for 40+ years and believe me, they've tried nearly every place. It's a relatively unassuming place, no gaudy Chinese decorations [ Zodiac place mats, fake Chinese paintings showing some bald monks battling a dragon, random dark stained wood scultures with porcelain vase sitting on top ] which in my book is a plus. The space is clean and brightly lit which is nice. There are two menus: an English and a Chinese (picture uploaded via iPhone). According to my uncle there is a translated copy somewhere up front. We all had the beef noodle soup and shared a plate of Chinese spinach. Now I've eaten beef noodle soup in LA, NYC, DC / various DC suburbs, B-more aka Charm City, Philly, Hong Kong and this has got to be hands down the most meat I've ever been served in a bowl. The brisket was not too fatty and cooked well. The soup was well flavored and spicy just the way I like it - you are able to specify the level of spiciness to the waitress as well. The noodles weren't superb [ See my review for Nanzhou Noodle House ] but for pre-packaged noodles they were decent. I would definitely recommend checking out this place and sampling stuff from the Chinese menu if you're feeling adventurous. I can only attest to the beef noodle soup but from other reviews it seems like the tofu is good.
(4)holly c.
Love this place - I haven't eaten everything on the menu, but I love the viatnamese spring rolls - everything tastes fresh. Cilantro, mung sprouts, shrimp... all good. The honey shrimp - is nearly addicting. In general I think they have a great selection of items some traditional chinese and some not so traditional. They use a great selection of spices/flavors and very fresh ingredients. You can request the level of heat as well. I really enjoy how their food isn't covered in a sauce that takes away from the flavors of the meal. I never get the feeling they are hiding anything. So far I have had great experiences getting carry-out here and I always look forward to it. Their prices are all quite reasonable as well, 6.50 for entree - pretty good in my book.
(4)Morgan M.
I miss being able to eat here every single day. Everything on the regular menu is cheap and tasty and the Chinese menu is seriously stuff I fantasize about. Try the fish with bok choi.
(5)Thomas L.
A hidden gem. Super friendly family owned restaurant who will do anything to make you happy. I always stop by after the movies next door.
(5)Omega V.
This Chinese Restaurant is convenient to my home and work. I like the taste and price of their dishes are not bad! Friendly service. They actually smile!
(4)Chiwei L.
With all due respect to my fellow buckeyes, from a wolverine... If you want to get the good stuff, you gotta order off the ancient Chinese secret menu. My relatives bring the food back to Michigan, so I doubt that it's in english. I posted a few pics of some of the good stuff you can get here, so if you want the real thing, show them the picture. Not sure what the other review meant by San Fran Chinese, but the food I've had here has been pretty good and authentic home style food. As for the Americanized stuff... Well, you should know better.
(4)Ljuana B.
Food was excellent and hot. Right across the street from the Doubletree will return again. I wish they had delivery to the hotels in the immediate area. That's the reason for only 4 stars.
(4)Anna H.
I've been here twice so far, and the first time was with my roommate, who is from China. She asked for the Chinese menu for me, which they do have translated into English. I tried some kind of spicy chicken noodle dish, though I can't remember the name... it was delicious. The "potstickers" (what I would call dumplings) is an appetizer worth sharing. I also had Kung Pao Chicken, which was pretty good, and had a lot to take home. The second time I went, I had something off of the "americanized" menu, which was also very good. It was green pepper chicken... I wasn't that hungry when I arrived at the restaurant, but I quickly ate the entire plate, and the portions are not small. I will note that the first time I went, I only saw one woman doing everything... it was late lunch on a Saturday, and she took our order, cooked it, served it, and brought us the check... to do this single-handedly is no small feat, and she was very kind and provided service with a smile. The staff are gracious and the food is good... go check it out, and then see a movie, since the theater is next door!
(4)Jeff W.
You have to try the Chinese menu they keep under the counter for their Chinese patrons. A Chinese friend took me there and this menu is awesome. Try the fish with bok choy.
(5)Vanessa J.
Not impressed with food. One star is for being clean. Another for personable employee.
(2)Russ M.
Bland food + Chairman Mao's revenge = 1 star rating.
(1)Ellen F.
No frills. Fast and priced like all other Chinese restaurants. The interior is pretty basic, with just a few tables. It's apparent that the majority of their business is take-out. Although many of the chef's specialties look pretty good, I wasn't very hungry and craving a simple hot & sour soup. It did the job, with a perfect balance of hot and sour flavors. It was favoring the bamboo shoots more than the tofu though. I prefer the opposite.
(3)Andrew D.
Good food, chill place nice people. Wonderful for takeout
(4)Dan R.
Nice Chinese, nothing fancy, good food. I had the shrimp dish. It was good. One person, meal and drink under $10.
(4)Matthew K.
As I write this I am eating food from Lotus Grill. This was my second trip to Lotus and both times I have been extremely happy. It is good cheap Chinese food. The menu seems small but had most of the staples of Chinese food (well American Chinese food) . It is close to my apartment and work so I will be coming back for more again soon I would imagine.
(4)Picky E.
Food is very good, authentic Chinese food taste. One of the best in Columbus.
(4)Ken L.
Chiwei is correct! You need to ask for the secret (Sichuan) menu, these are the more authentic dishes I was looking for, and I am adding a star. Note, the Sichuan menu items at first glance seem more expensive ($9-$10), but they generally feed 2. The House Tofu rocks!
(4)Keith B.
This is a hop and a jump from my current office. It's telling about their quality with their kitchen windows exposed, and the *never* empty lunch-time crowd (and the amount of people that obviously can read Chinese, I can't). I've came twice. And I've loved it. HUGE lunch portions leaving you full. My word of advice? If you see it labeled spicy, ask for it spicy, because it was otherwise "mild" to my taste. Great flavors, great service, great lunch!
(4)Sean F.
Dropped by for lunch. Tried to order a Vietnamese spring roll. "Sold out" says the amazingly hairy guy while actually scratching his belly! I had a hard time imagining my food being prepped by this guy. Turned around and bolted...
(1)Michael K.
There's something both awesome and hilarious about the guy that's usually at the front counter of this place. As you're walking in, he's yelling at the staff in the back in Chinese and then turns around and says with absolutely no accent "Hey dude, whats up?" The food here is consistently great. If I'm looking for a light meal, I get the fried rice (sometimes I ask for it "Thai Hot" for some kick). The hot and sour soup is excellent. Service is fast, but not so fast as to be conspicuous. The place isn't fancy in the least bit, but when you're paying under $6 for a great lunch, who the heck cares.
(4)Angela C.
Oh, I love this place for so many reasons. It's a small restaurant and reminds me of the kind of restaurants I would be brought to when visiting relatives in Taiwan. You kind of get the whole package: super causal, the Chinese people talking loudly to each other, the clanging in the kitchen, but of course, the best part is the food. I've only eaten off the Chinese menu so I have no idea what the Americanized menu is like- but why wouldn't you get food from the Chinese menu? It's so delicious: The fish, the tofu with black bean sauce, shrimp dish with cabbage and (sorry, I don't know the actual name on the menu) with sour vegetable, eggplant..... I really haven't had anything that was bad, but my mom orders it for us and she has more of an idea of what to get. It's great for family style eating, and we recently had lunch for 7 for under $70. Amaaazing.
(4)Doraemon C.
Traveled from L.A. and was looking for Chinese foods. Wasn't expecting much given it's in CMH but was pleasantly surprised by their authenticity. Order from the Chinese menu though.
(4)Bill G.
Always great good with a best friend greeting.
(5)TJ K.
Been eating here for over 3 years, everytime i am in Columbus for business. Friendly service and great food! I have tried items off the regular and the special Chinese menu, and never been disappointed!
(4)Mike B.
Lotus Grill, with it's convenient location right next to the crosswoods cinema, makes a great place to grab dinner before going to an evening movie. They have a standard Chinese menu with a few bits of flair. I had the singapore noodles, which were birds nest style noodles with chicken, shrimp and veggies in a mild golden curry sauce. Their crab rangoon, although hand made, hold a little excess oil due to their shape, which detracts a little from the experience. The best thing by far is you get a huge plate of good food for under $10 a person. Definitely worth a stop in you're in the crosswoods area.
(4)Andrew L.
This is a great place, but you gotta order off of the secret Chinese menu. Yes, the legends are true. You could ask for the Chinese menu and use google translate to translate images of it. Or you could use the photos I have below to show them what you want (though it's far from a comprehensive set). The food is fantastic and authentic. I'm not sure why they don't have the Chinese menu in English, honestly. Maybe they just don't think it's worth the time translating it, but they really have some great stuff. Delicious beef noodle soup, tofu stirfry dishes, nappa cabbage and meatball soup, szechuan style steamed fish, etc. My cousin has posted a review here, and as he says: "As for the Americanized stuff... Well, you should know better."
(5)David S.
This place is serviceable. Here are the items I tried: Egg roll - very greasy. Only option is chicken egg roll. The veggies were thick cut and the chicken was sparse. It was all put together and fried but came out very greasy. Served with sweet and sour sauce. Nothing special on the sauce. They gave me some duck sauce when I asked, but it was just a packet. Potstickers - very doughy. Not much filling. Lol mein - noodles were good and chicken was moist. Overall felt it was missing something. Garlic chicken - supposed to be spicy but not very. Overall it was ok. This seems like a run of the mill place, nothing special to see here.
(3)Keith B.
This is a hop and a jump from my current office. It's telling about their quality with their kitchen windows exposed, and the *never* empty lunch-time crowd (and the amount of people that obviously can read Chinese, I can't). I've came twice. And I've loved it. HUGE lunch portions leaving you full. My word of advice? If you see it labeled spicy, ask for it spicy, because it was otherwise "mild" to my taste. Great flavors, great service, great lunch!
(4)Laura S.
I'm giving this three stars instead of two because they do have several vegan options; however, in the end this is just another generic Chinese restaurant. The food is a bit too salty but not spicy enough, and the rice I received was borderline gummy. I stopped in because of the restaurant's proximity to the Marcus Crosswoods Cinema, but next time I think I'll try another place.
(3)Ye T.
good
(4)Helen S.
I would say this is a pretty average Chinese restaurant. The food is really cheap and portions are large. The food was just okay though- nothing I absolutely loved. We tried the chicken wings were good and nice and crispy. We also ordered the dan dan noodles and hot pepper chicken. This is only the second place I've had dan dan noodles and it tasted different than what I remembered, but it was still good- I would order it again. The hot pepper chicken was just okay. The rest of the menu has typical Chinese dishes, nothing out of the ordinary. The decor is very minimal- very basic. It also seemed like most people got take out instead of eating in. It's hard to explain, but it's not the most comfortable place to eat. I will probably get take out next time and try a couple other things on the menu.
(3)Cholo G.
If I could give this place ZERO stars I would. I ordered general so's chicken. The sauce was the texture of SNOT and it was just out right DISGUSTING. I tried to settle and eat as much as I could but it was just too nasty! Ingredients tasted out dated, I do NOT understand why this place has 4 stars. Smdh.. I made a Yelp specifically to write this review.
(1)Vicky N.
Really affordable Chinese food around the Polaris area. What I like most about this place is that their menu is condensed. I always feel overwhelmed reading through 20 pages of every style of fried rice a Chinese restaurant can make. Lotus Grill doesn't feed my indecisive nature like those other restaurants by simply placing a menu board with a fewer number of items next to the cash register. I have to admit that my judgment of Chinese food is not very great. My scale of rating Chinese food is either "bad" or "greasy/MSG-everything guilt love" -- there is no in between. Bad Chinese is usually plastic tasting/ inedible, so a lot of Chinese food is considered good for me. I wish I had a more nuanced palate, but alas, the food here was really delicious. I tried the Singapore noodles and the home style tofu and eggplant (combined them). Large enough portions to box home and eat the next day. And it was so cheap!
(4)Mike G.
I had a really nice lunch meet up with Anna H. yesterday. We checked out this place at her suggestion and it was a good choice! I'll keep my review short as there's a ton of great reviews already posted. The quick and easy? There's no ambiance. You order at the counter and they bring it out to your table. You bus your table yourself. Their food is cheap, delicious and you get a huge portion for the money. Get the Pad Thai! It is very good here. Definitely 4 star quality and well worth the price. Pad Thai is $5.95 but I added shrimp (8 medium sized shrimp for $1 extra) so for my $6.95, I got a huge lunch portion that other restaurants would call dinner size. There was enough for two full meals. Large Portions + Quality Food + Inexpensive = Happy Customers.
(4)Kathrine E.
Good food, fast and not expensive at all. Have had then twice and can't complain either time. So much food for so little cost.
(5)Jim R.
Hole in the wall, but clean kitchen (they have windows into the kitchen from the dinning room). Inexpensive, but fresh ingredients. Asked for extra spicy and it was perfect (I like it crazy hot). The folks were polite and friendly. This will continue to be one of my go to spots in Columbus.
(4)Sarah F.
Just moved into Worthington and was looking for a great new Chinese restaurant. I was pretty disappointed to find out that the only delivery I could get was through cafe courier and decided to try out Lotus Grill for a pickup. I read up a little on yelp (duh) and saw that a lot of people tried out the homestyle tofu with success. I ordered that for myself and the hubster got his normal sweet and sour chicken. Everything was still piping hot by the time we got back home and it was awesome! I was really pleased with the tofu, the sauce was very flavorful! We also tried the crab rangoon and I thought it was yummy too! I'm told the sweet and sour chicken was great, especially since it came with pineapple. I'll definitely be back!
(4)Ailun C.
Love it! The food is very delicious and nearly authentic! Haha, we love to go there! The owner is from Szechuan and the cabbage meatball soup is so so amazing!
(5)Jay E.
Good quality food for the price. The General Tso chicken was spicer then I am used too but still good.
(3)Ryan K.
Now this place was quite the surprise. I was expecting something of quality given the rating distribution of reviews done by others, but none the less it exceeded my preconceptions. Lotus Grill encompasses all the things that make the perfect sort of joint for a lunch time stop: delicious, speedy, and wallet friendly. On my last trip I tried their General Tso's which is a sort of safety choice I suppose, but a most pleasant one at that. The food here is flavorful and is certainly well and above the quality you would assume from their pricing model. They also get the meal over to you super fast. I mean I sat down and then suddenly the food was there. I suspect that they have some sort of device that extrapolates what your desires are as you enter the parking lot, allowing them to begin prep work early.
(5)Juan S.
People give this place high marks because it's cheap. You get what you pay for. I've been here twice and struck out twice.
(1)Patrick G.
Seeing the good reviews of other Yelpers, I tried this place for dinner last night. The Hot and Sour Soup was very good; not as full of vegetables as the best I've had, but spot-on for flavor. The potstickers were good, with a nicely spiced dipping sauce. The Kung Pao Chicken was very good, with fresh vegetables, a good amount of meat, and a very nice level of spice. Large portions, low prices, very good food, and walking distance from my hotel add up to a win. I'll have my leftovers for lunch today, and enjoy it again!
(4)Matt W.
Stopped in here for lunch with my parents while running errands around Crosswoods. I had the Ma Po Tofu, which was really great and came in a massive portion - easily enough for lunch and dinner that night. Inexpensive, fast, pretty tasty. You can do quite a bit worse around Columbus. I want to come back for dinner here to try a few more items, but I can see myself bumping my review up soon.
(3)Tom W.
Nicely done. Wonton soup was very good with fresh, light wontons in a very tasty light broth. Noodles were excellent with the proper mix of noodle, spices, and goodies (veggies and protein). Worth the visit.
(4)Bill M.
I've only tried a limited number of items on their menu so far and I've been pretty happy. The place does seem to have good service and is very clean. The food does seem to be fresh and hot everytime I order here.
(4)Doc M.
The yen for chinese hit me tonight so after a quick search and reading the glowing reviews on Yelp, I decided to give this place a try. It's located in the Crosswoods area beside a Chipolte, the Marcus Cinema and Sushi KO. I forget what this place was originally, the dining room layout is kinda weird and the decor is minimal but not the reason I was there. A nice selection of dishes offered on their menu here. Order at the counter here, then your meal is delivered to your table nice , fresh and hot. They have pepsi products on tap and a cooler full of teas and other drinkables. Since it was my first time here I decided to keep it safe and go with Pepper Steak w/fried rice and a eggroll for a appetitzer. The eggroll was big, fried just right without being too greasy and was delivered within minutes of my order. Then came my huge platter of pepper steak, hot, very fresh and tasty. The fried rice here is awesome with plenty of peas, carrots, scrambled egg, not greasy or overcooked. The folks that run this place are very nice and personable. And with the large windows looking into the kitchen you can see your meal being prepared for ya if thats your scene. Been trying different asian places around my neighborhood and think this will be my goto place from now on, decent prices, huge portions.
(4)Crystal D.
Average food, places feels empty since thee is nothing on the walls, and the guy at the front desk is ALWAYS on his iPhone! The family will squabble in front of customers assuming that because you don't speak the language you can't tell they're yelling at each other. I come here when I am staying at the Sheraton across the street and don't want to venture out for food.
(3)Ron R.
Here's the 411... Chinese Food shouldn't look more weird then they already do. Was drawn in to the Spare Ribs listed on menu... When I asked for them - extremely hairy dude said "All out..." and then returned to his cellphone. 2 entrees/soft drinks, appetizer = $25 Drink was filled only half / food looked "re-used" - Chicken Teriyaki didn't look like chicken or even tasted like chicken. O.o Fried Rice was meh... There's a spot off West Broad called Peacock West - their food looks weird too for Chinese but it's awesomeness! They do have spare ribs. Two stars for the mention of Peacock West.
(2)Erin K.
Oh yeah. This is some legit Asian cuisine right here, as long as you order off of the Chinese menu (I can't speak for the American menu, as I've never had any food off of there). It's tasty, cheap and hits the spot. The service is pretty slow, but that makes the experience that much more authentic and like you're actually in China or Taiwan. Trust me, the food and experience are worth the wait - as long as you're down to try new things. Or if you already like Chinese food that is authentically Chinese, and not Americanized. Will definitely come back when I'm in the area again. Thanks Angela C. for letting us in on this well-kept secret!
(4)Mike C.
When you walk in and your the only American in the restaurant you know you found the right place!!
(4)Paul F.
I had an absolutely great meal here last night and it was entirely deserving of five stars.. I drove over just for dinner. No movie for me. The manager told me that it would be better to order at the counter but a waitress took my order at the table. And I ought to mention that with the place nearly full, I was the only Occidental. The rest of the diners were Asian. I started off with a bowl of wonton soup which was delicious! There were plenty of wontons. They almost filled the bowl. And the waitress waitied until I was finished with my soup to place my order for my entree. For my entree I ordered the singapore noodles, spiced up a bit. And they came out spicy! But boy were they good. There was a ton of noodles, and shrimp, chicken, and vegetables. One of the best chinese dishes I've ever had. And my bill was still under $10. Can you believe it?!
(5)H K.
Had the shishuan chow fun with spicy chicken wings and an egg roll to go. The rice noodles were not pan fried to my liking. Couldn't even tell they were in the wok. Maybe boiled only. Virtually no spice either. I thought they were to be spicy? The chicken wings were a little soggy but good. Again under spiced. Egg roll was excellent but the store provided only soy sauce for dipping. Disappointed. Need yellow mustard and sweet&sour. No packets please!
(2)Febre Z.
This five star is deceptive... Lotus Grill is one of the few places in Columbus that you can order "off of the menu". Some of the dishes that you'll find has ridiculously high DTR ratio (dish to rice ratio: how much rice one spoon-full of the dish makes you eat because it's so awesome). Go with friends and family. Start with a soup, then order a dish per person (Pork with Bean Curd + String Beans = super high DTR).
(5)Lisa S.
Fantastic food! My hubby & I have been searching for a not-too-far & cheap but tasty Chinese joint since we moved to Westerville 2 years ago. Our go-to was always Tai's. After reading the yelp reviews, we finally ventured to Lotus Grill about 2 months ago. We've been back nearly every week since & sometimes twice a week. Best egg rolls & tofu (homestyle tofu) I've ever had & the Singapore noodles are the bomb! And this is all before trying the authentic Chinese menu! It's hard to venture off the delicious beaten path though! Thank goodness for this place because it saved us from all the mediocre Chinese within a 10-mile radius!!
(5)Michelle H.
The food was delicious, the staff was extremely friendly and it was right nearby our hotel! We went there twice in the few days we were staying in Columbus because it was so good!
(5)Richard B.
This is by far my favorite restaurant for casual Chinese dining. I'm at a loss to adequately describe that x-factor that makes this place a step above the rest. When you walk in, you might think you're in just another Chinese restaurant (such are ubiquitous in Columbus), but then the quality surprises you. The food is delicious. I will go out of my way to stop here and will often order extra to take home.
(5)Regan F.
Cheap, good, and lots of food. The trifecta!!! We had lo mein beef, Singapore noodles, sweet and sour chicken, honey shrimp, and crab rangoons. Shrimp was my fav!
(5)Steve G.
I need to try more foods to know for sure, but this is my third trip here and I think I have a pretty good idea of how it is. The food is fairly good, given the price. Yes, I've had better, but it's been at more expensive sit in restaurants. The customer service is very good, you can tell they really care that you're in, and that means a lot to a diner like myself. They serve your meals on glass plates, metal silverware, and a waiter comes to bring it out to you and refresh your drinks and plates. Most meals are between $5-8, and they have a very large menu to select from, complete with appetizers and sides as well. I've been to this location a couple of times now, and it's good, but not as good as HC Way nearby.
(4)Thaddeus R.
Cheap. Huge portions. Delicious food! Best Szechuan beef I've ever had. And if u ask for spicy, they make it really spicy. At here two nights in a row while in town. And will come back next time.
(5)Garner M.
As I regularly stay in the area for business, I've become very familiar with the various restaurants surrounding my hotel. The Lotus Grill is one that I always enjoy hitting for a tasty, reasonably-priced lunch, and one that's much more interesting than what I'd get at Chipotle nextdoor. I usually get the crab rangoons as an appetizer, and they always come up fresh and piping hot, with sauce on the side. Most recently, I tried the homestyle tofu based on a recommendation I read online, and I'm glad I did. Delicious, and very nicely presented (see photo). I like that, even though you order and pay at a counter, your food is brought to you at your table, on real plates. It's a small thing, but it makes for a nicer meal. Next time I'm in town, I'll definitely return.
(4)Brielle H.
Was extremely garlicky...I feel Chinese food should not have a lot of garlic so was not a fan of here. Customer service was good tho
(2)Yinxuan S.
Gotta order from their 'secret' menu. The food is awesome, my favorite is the spicy chicken (the 3rd item from the menu). I wish they come up with a English version of the secret menu so that I don't have to explain to my friend every time we been there. Nice staff, reasonable price. Plus their spicy food is not that overwhelming compare to the other place. Very suitable for the people that can't take very spicy food but still enjoy spicy food.
(4)Zain K.
At 3p on a Saturday this place was very busy, which I took to be a promising sign. I ordered the cashew shrimp for $6, and for that price was impressed by the quantity of shrimp and veg in the dish. It tasted great, too, but was unfortunately way greasier than it needed to be (I ordered shrimp and veg with the intent of keeping it sort of healthy). For this I have to dock a full two stars from my rating.
(3)Jaclyn W.
Great spot near the hotel that I stay at when I am working in Columbus. Nothing fancy. I always get pickup. I call ahead and it's always ready by the time I get there. The person who works at the counter is really friendly. I try to be healthy when I'm on the road. The wonton soup is fabulous. Steamed vegetables are always a good. Serving size is good and prices are great. All and all, if you're in the mood for takeout Chinese and in the area, I suggest giving this place a try!
(4)David L.
There is an obvious disparity in reviews on this restaurant - most notably between those who have ordered from the Chinese menu and those who have had the fast food. I was brought here by my aunt (Chinese) and uncle (American) who told me this was their favorite place to go for Chinese food. They've lived in Columbus for 40+ years and believe me, they've tried nearly every place. It's a relatively unassuming place, no gaudy Chinese decorations [ Zodiac place mats, fake Chinese paintings showing some bald monks battling a dragon, random dark stained wood scultures with porcelain vase sitting on top ] which in my book is a plus. The space is clean and brightly lit which is nice. There are two menus: an English and a Chinese (picture uploaded via iPhone). According to my uncle there is a translated copy somewhere up front. We all had the beef noodle soup and shared a plate of Chinese spinach. Now I've eaten beef noodle soup in LA, NYC, DC / various DC suburbs, B-more aka Charm City, Philly, Hong Kong and this has got to be hands down the most meat I've ever been served in a bowl. The brisket was not too fatty and cooked well. The soup was well flavored and spicy just the way I like it - you are able to specify the level of spiciness to the waitress as well. The noodles weren't superb [ See my review for Nanzhou Noodle House ] but for pre-packaged noodles they were decent. I would definitely recommend checking out this place and sampling stuff from the Chinese menu if you're feeling adventurous. I can only attest to the beef noodle soup but from other reviews it seems like the tofu is good.
(4)Sean F.
Dropped by for lunch. Tried to order a Vietnamese spring roll. "Sold out" says the amazingly hairy guy while actually scratching his belly! I had a hard time imagining my food being prepped by this guy. Turned around and bolted...
(1)Michael K.
There's something both awesome and hilarious about the guy that's usually at the front counter of this place. As you're walking in, he's yelling at the staff in the back in Chinese and then turns around and says with absolutely no accent "Hey dude, whats up?" The food here is consistently great. If I'm looking for a light meal, I get the fried rice (sometimes I ask for it "Thai Hot" for some kick). The hot and sour soup is excellent. Service is fast, but not so fast as to be conspicuous. The place isn't fancy in the least bit, but when you're paying under $6 for a great lunch, who the heck cares.
(4)Jeff W.
You have to try the Chinese menu they keep under the counter for their Chinese patrons. A Chinese friend took me there and this menu is awesome. Try the fish with bok choy.
(5)Vanessa J.
Not impressed with food. One star is for being clean. Another for personable employee.
(2)Russ M.
Bland food + Chairman Mao's revenge = 1 star rating.
(1)Angela C.
Oh, I love this place for so many reasons. It's a small restaurant and reminds me of the kind of restaurants I would be brought to when visiting relatives in Taiwan. You kind of get the whole package: super causal, the Chinese people talking loudly to each other, the clanging in the kitchen, but of course, the best part is the food. I've only eaten off the Chinese menu so I have no idea what the Americanized menu is like- but why wouldn't you get food from the Chinese menu? It's so delicious: The fish, the tofu with black bean sauce, shrimp dish with cabbage and (sorry, I don't know the actual name on the menu) with sour vegetable, eggplant..... I really haven't had anything that was bad, but my mom orders it for us and she has more of an idea of what to get. It's great for family style eating, and we recently had lunch for 7 for under $70. Amaaazing.
(4)Ashley P.
I grabbed takeout from here with a co-worker the other day. The guy working the front was super friendly. I got the honey shrimp. Portion and price were both good and the food was prepared quickly. I'll definitely be back for more lunches being that it's so close to my office.
(4)Mike D.
Good fast Chinese. I will agree with others that have said the food can be hit or miss. I think it does depend on who's working that day. That being said, even the misses are good enough. The staff is extremely friendly and I can't say enough good things about them. Portions are large-ish and they have a pretty wide variety of dishes. Those familiar with Tai's Asian Bistro on Lane Avenue should find this place very familiar.
(4)Doraemon C.
Traveled from L.A. and was looking for Chinese foods. Wasn't expecting much given it's in CMH but was pleasantly surprised by their authenticity. Order from the Chinese menu though.
(4)Bill G.
Always great good with a best friend greeting.
(5)TJ K.
Been eating here for over 3 years, everytime i am in Columbus for business. Friendly service and great food! I have tried items off the regular and the special Chinese menu, and never been disappointed!
(4)Mike B.
Lotus Grill, with it's convenient location right next to the crosswoods cinema, makes a great place to grab dinner before going to an evening movie. They have a standard Chinese menu with a few bits of flair. I had the singapore noodles, which were birds nest style noodles with chicken, shrimp and veggies in a mild golden curry sauce. Their crab rangoon, although hand made, hold a little excess oil due to their shape, which detracts a little from the experience. The best thing by far is you get a huge plate of good food for under $10 a person. Definitely worth a stop in you're in the crosswoods area.
(4)holly c.
Love this place - I haven't eaten everything on the menu, but I love the viatnamese spring rolls - everything tastes fresh. Cilantro, mung sprouts, shrimp... all good. The honey shrimp - is nearly addicting. In general I think they have a great selection of items some traditional chinese and some not so traditional. They use a great selection of spices/flavors and very fresh ingredients. You can request the level of heat as well. I really enjoy how their food isn't covered in a sauce that takes away from the flavors of the meal. I never get the feeling they are hiding anything. So far I have had great experiences getting carry-out here and I always look forward to it. Their prices are all quite reasonable as well, 6.50 for entree - pretty good in my book.
(4)Morgan M.
I miss being able to eat here every single day. Everything on the regular menu is cheap and tasty and the Chinese menu is seriously stuff I fantasize about. Try the fish with bok choi.
(5)Thomas L.
A hidden gem. Super friendly family owned restaurant who will do anything to make you happy. I always stop by after the movies next door.
(5)Omega V.
This Chinese Restaurant is convenient to my home and work. I like the taste and price of their dishes are not bad! Friendly service. They actually smile!
(4)Chiwei L.
With all due respect to my fellow buckeyes, from a wolverine... If you want to get the good stuff, you gotta order off the ancient Chinese secret menu. My relatives bring the food back to Michigan, so I doubt that it's in english. I posted a few pics of some of the good stuff you can get here, so if you want the real thing, show them the picture. Not sure what the other review meant by San Fran Chinese, but the food I've had here has been pretty good and authentic home style food. As for the Americanized stuff... Well, you should know better.
(4)Ljuana B.
Food was excellent and hot. Right across the street from the Doubletree will return again. I wish they had delivery to the hotels in the immediate area. That's the reason for only 4 stars.
(4)Anna H.
I've been here twice so far, and the first time was with my roommate, who is from China. She asked for the Chinese menu for me, which they do have translated into English. I tried some kind of spicy chicken noodle dish, though I can't remember the name... it was delicious. The "potstickers" (what I would call dumplings) is an appetizer worth sharing. I also had Kung Pao Chicken, which was pretty good, and had a lot to take home. The second time I went, I had something off of the "americanized" menu, which was also very good. It was green pepper chicken... I wasn't that hungry when I arrived at the restaurant, but I quickly ate the entire plate, and the portions are not small. I will note that the first time I went, I only saw one woman doing everything... it was late lunch on a Saturday, and she took our order, cooked it, served it, and brought us the check... to do this single-handedly is no small feat, and she was very kind and provided service with a smile. The staff are gracious and the food is good... go check it out, and then see a movie, since the theater is next door!
(4)Ellen F.
No frills. Fast and priced like all other Chinese restaurants. The interior is pretty basic, with just a few tables. It's apparent that the majority of their business is take-out. Although many of the chef's specialties look pretty good, I wasn't very hungry and craving a simple hot & sour soup. It did the job, with a perfect balance of hot and sour flavors. It was favoring the bamboo shoots more than the tofu though. I prefer the opposite.
(3)Andrew D.
Good food, chill place nice people. Wonderful for takeout
(4)Dan R.
Nice Chinese, nothing fancy, good food. I had the shrimp dish. It was good. One person, meal and drink under $10.
(4)Matthew K.
As I write this I am eating food from Lotus Grill. This was my second trip to Lotus and both times I have been extremely happy. It is good cheap Chinese food. The menu seems small but had most of the staples of Chinese food (well American Chinese food) . It is close to my apartment and work so I will be coming back for more again soon I would imagine.
(4)Picky E.
Food is very good, authentic Chinese food taste. One of the best in Columbus.
(4)Ken L.
Chiwei is correct! You need to ask for the secret (Sichuan) menu, these are the more authentic dishes I was looking for, and I am adding a star. Note, the Sichuan menu items at first glance seem more expensive ($9-$10), but they generally feed 2. The House Tofu rocks!
(4)kjn s.
Purpose: Quick supper alone on a biz trip. Pros: Cheapest prices I've seen in a long time. $5.95 for a chicken Phad Thai. Cons: Not the best food or ambiance.
(4)Yi G.
Great restaurant owned by an authentic Sichuan family. This is a place we would like to go when no idea what to eat for lunch and dinner in general.
(5)Charl T.
One of the best Chinese food in Columbus. Little bit far away from downtown but really worthy! Must try the meat ball soup and cold chili chicken.
(5)Anna H.
I need to give Doc M a shout out for putting this place on my radar, and thank you to Mike G for meeting me here for lunch today. My lunch was cheap, tasty and filling. I ordered the deep-fried tofu with vegetables and fried rice (I think it is called Homestyle Tofu) and I specified not spicy. I definitely want to stop back to try a couple of other dishes. You order at the counter, from the big menu on the wall, and they bring your food to your table. I liked and I'll be back.
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