Rae
I’ve been coming to Lotus Cafe for years, and it’s still one of my absolute favorite spots in Arlington. It’s one of those places that just feels comfortable and familiar every time you walk in. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, and it’s perfect whether I’m grabbing a quick lunch or meeting up with friends for dinner.
Their pho has always been my go-to. The broth is rich and flavorful, and you can tell it’s made with care. I also love their fresh spring rolls and their boba smoothies, everything tastes consistent, which is probably why I keep coming back. The portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable, especially for the quality you get.
What really keeps me loyal, though, is the service. The staff are always friendly and recognize regulars, which makes it feel even more like a neighborhood staple. Over the years, I’ve tried so many items on the menu, and I honestly can’t think of a bad experience. Lotus Cafe has been a longtime favorite for a reason, and I’ll definitely keep coming back!
… moreTraci Johnson Francisco
I got takeout for the first time from here two nights ago. I had been craving Vietnamese grilled pork and rice but haven’t been able to find any that was good since we moved. We tried this place and I have to say the food here was very good! I was not disappointed! I liked it so much I came again the next night. I placed the order online and they made my food exactly to my preferences.Also the staff was very nice. I’m very happy and even though I have to drive a little ways to get here I’ll definitely be back again.
… moreMrs. R. Hines
I tried Lotus Cafe for the first time after seeing my daughter eat there several times. Ordered the Lo mein with shrimp with spice level #1 and also an order of spring rolls. The food was good with just the right spice level. Can’t imagine what level #3 tastes like. Customer service was excellent.
… moreMichael Edwards
This was our first visit to this restaurant. Would have been recommended to me by my son. Unfortunately I didn’t order what he recommended. But what I did order was not bad just not great. The service was slow and hard to get someone’s attention. Interestingly enough I found the food to be better the next day when I ate my leftovers
… moreSteven Turner
STAY AWAY NEW MANAGEMENT: I came here on sunday for my lunch. The servers were amazing but I have to say the place sucked. You can feel the dirty, sticky floors and the restrooms are so hot. The manager is not professional and comes dressed like a customer who came from the gym. When my pho came I could tell they used MSG and the condiments are not fresh. I ordered boba and it was the WORST tasting ever. Ever since they changed management the quality has gotten worse and worse. They should change back to the original owners or sell it and close this place down.
… moreHeather Dominguez
New cook – everything was bad. We will order other rice dishes typically aside from pho and nothing is like the pictures anymore. We ordered orange chicken and sesame chicken and some spring rolls. Which were burned. The sesame and orange chicken were exactly the same, one was just including sesame seeds. There was no reading on the chicken either like typical. When we called to bring it to their attention, they argues when we’re trying to bring it back to them and get a refund. They wanted us to call back at 8:30 to speak to someone else. I really don’t understand the issue of returning the food and getting a refund, but they really didn’t want to accept any fault and repeatedly telling me you have a new cook for some weeks now isn’t going to change my mind. I’ll get a refund somehow or just report it to my bank and BBB? I’m not really sure what to do. We definitely aren’t coming back. This place used to be so good.
… moreThoreen Burkhardt
I have been craving pork vermicelli for a while. In my opinion Lotus Cafe had the best and I have been eating there for probably 10+ years. Unfortunately the place is under new ownership and nothing tasted the same. I am very disappointed. We first noticed a difference when my husband ordered the Shaken Beef. The sauce was totally different and the beef was stringy, not in cubes or tender. My vermicelli that time was good. If you’ve been eating there for years as we have you will probably notice the difference. New customers can’t compare the current menu items with the menu items prepared by the former owners. I’m very sorry but I won’t be returning. Also, the peanut sauce tasted like it was made with powdered peanut butter.
… moreSandra Agueros
I used to live in Arlington. I used to work around the corner from this restaurant. Food was always absolutely delicious fresh. I thought I’d treat myself today and stop in since I was in the area. It’s been maybe a year this is definitely not the same lotus Café so disappointed. The flavor is not there. The presentation is not there. I paid $18 for this meal which I wouldn’t have minded But I’m realizing it’s under new management or ownership. I’m so sad.
… moreMayra Munoz
My family used to love this place, we would eat there at least every other week and the food was always on point with fast and friendly service. Since it’s been under new management we’ve been there twice and the food has not been good and service has been terrible. Today we decided to give it another chance. Complete disappointment!! We walked in and there and sat down, only one table with two people was in use, so basically the place was empty. We sat there waiting for someone to come take our order for over 10 minutes while all 3 of the servers were behind the counter on their phones. My husband literally stood from his chair and stared at the 3 guys on their phones before finally deciding to leave. As we are walking out the door, the servers see us and laugh amongst themselves. Don’t waste your time and money with this place, go to where your time and money are valued and the food is actually good.
… moreChris Johnson
Been coming here for numerous years, whoever bought this placed an destroyed it with the young staff, tasteless food, an up the price needs to be escorted out of southwest arlington. Went from the people actually knowing the customers by name an remembering their favorite go to, to bottom of the barrel. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY HERE. I thought the other reviews where probably reaching, but just left an when I say the 1 star comments were right. Don’t waste your time. How can you go from 5 stars to 1 star. Far fall
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