10/25/25 My husband and I, along with four friends, came…read morehere for dinner and had such a great experience. We ordered the spicy beef pho with thick noodles to share, as well as the Vietnamese special pancake with pork and shrimp, both were so, so good! Everything came out piping hot and freshly made, best food to have with the cold weather. Because of our group size, there was a 20% charge for a large party, which caught us a little by surprise, but the staff kindly let us know it would count toward the tip. We all thought large groups were 8+ but it's ok. Just first time experiencing it with 6 people. Service was attentive and friendly throughout our meal. I love the ambiance here, so pretty, especially their decor. Overall, a delicious and satisfying dining experience. We'll definitely be returning again in the future!

One of my favorite Lexington restaurants! The food is consistently fabulous!…read more I am now a regular customer. I believe in getting my moneys worth and though their prices are a tad higher than other restaurants, the quality is so worth the cost! The staff is always pleasant, helpful and knowledgeable. Even when they are swamped, which is often, the staff are also consistently pleasant. The atmosphere is soothing and welcoming.

Visited Paradise Cafe recently and had a mixed experience. The space itself feels a bit dated and…read morequite heavy... the lighting is very dark, and even moving the dining chairs felt a bit difficult. A lighter, refreshed atmosphere would go a long way. I ended up ordering a few appetizers. The Hot & Sour Soup was the standout... flavorful, comforting, and easily a 5/5 on a cold n wet day. Unfortunately, the rest didn't quite hit the mark. The shrimp rolls were below average... mostly lettuce, the shrimps were dried out, and they took about 10 extra minutes to come out. The crab rangoon was the biggest disappointment; the filling had an unpleasant smell and tasted like heavy, clotted cream cheese and there wasn't even an iota of imitation crab meat to justify that name. My friends ordered egg rolls, which actually looked pretty good (I'd say a solid 4/5), and Singapore noodles, which unfortunately looked underwhelming. Overall, there are a few bright spots, especially the soup, but the food quality and atmosphere were inconsistent. With some updates and more attention to freshness and flavor, this place could really improve.

This is a lovely spot. The interior boasts Asian flair. The calm overtakes you with the ornate wood…read morecarved arches and the art on the walls. We were greeted by Tony. He was attentive and kind. We enjoyed the lovers plate. Basically, an appetizer sampler. Everything on the plate was perfectly fried. The flavors were good. The Singapore noodles were not what I am used to. Ordinarily it's a green curry, there was no taste of curry. The shrimp were cooked well and it was served with a hot sauce on the plate. It wasn't bad, just not as expected. My dining partner had the paradise fish. A fried filet of fish with vegetables and a sweet sauce. She really enjoyed the meal. All in all, a good experience. We will go back and I plan to try the pho on our next trip.

Excellent option for a quick lunch! Stopped in and grabbed a combo 2: Vietnamese sandwich and…read morebubble tea. I selected grilled pork for the sandwich and Thai tea. The sandwich (as you could see) was filled with deliciously marinated pork and an excellent mix of fresh and crunchy vegetables. The carrot and daikon radish added the perfect amount of sweet and tartness. Also the bread was so soft and fresh. As for the Thai tea, it was just the right amount of boba to tea. I'm shocked I made it home before breaking into everything. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a quick bite with and want some bubble tea.

Had this for the first time and it was great! Bahn Mi sandwich was good and my drink was amazing!…read more Great work!

Amazing indeed lots to try. BUT the Golden spare ribs have stayed on my mind for weeks. Pot…read morestickers were next level, then a little different take on the broccoli beef. Loved it all

Today, my husband and I had a very unpleasant experience at J2C Restaurant. This was the first time…read moresince moving to the United States that I felt we were treated in a way that made us question whether racial bias was involved. On Sunday, July 5, we went to J2C for lunch. A male server seated us at a table that was quite dark and directly under a strong air conditioner. I politely asked if we could move to a table by the window. He said yes, but told us to wait while he cleaned the table. My husband and I waited patiently by the other table, looking through the menu. During that time, we saw the male server come out several times to serve other customers, but he never came back to us or acknowledged that we were still waiting. We didn't complain--we simply continued waiting. 15 minutes later, a female server noticed us waiting there and asked if we needed anything. I explained that our original table was too cold and asked whether we could move to the window table. She said yes, cleaned the table, and then waved for us to come over and sit down. At that point, everything seemed fine, and we were looking forward to ordering our lunch. However, shortly afterward, the male server walked directly over to us and began scolding us. He said, "You need to learn to be patient. I told you I would clean the table, and you shouldn't have moved without communicating with me." I calmly explained that the female staff server had cleaned the table and told us to sit there. I asked him, "What did we do wrong?" He replied, "Yes, everyone made a mistake. You just need to learn to be patient." I still don't understand what we did wrong. The female employee who told us to move to the window side table was also works for the restaurant, We simply followed her instructions. So why were we being blamed? From the moment we entered the restaurant until we left--nearly 20 minutes later--the male server never once came over to check on us or even offered us a glass of water. In the end, we decided not to eat there because we did not feel respected or welcomed. We will not be returning. This was an extremely disappointing experience and reflected very poor customer service and restaurant management. I sincerely hope the management will look into what happened and ensure that all customers are treated with courtesy, respect, and fairness.

A true mom and pop Thai place. You pick out your overall dish and choose a protein (e.g. tofu,…read morechicken, seafood etc). We had two dishes: basil seafood and a chicken with eggplant dish. Both were swimming in sauce (a bit runny, actually) but quite tasty. The chicken was given in abundance, but they skimped a bit on the seafood (3 shrimp only). Prices reasonable and portions large. Place is a bit hard to find, set back with two other restaurants in very small building.

My server, Austin, was amazing. He served our food in little to no time. We bonded as bike-buddies…read more His luscious curls took hold of my eyes every time he was away, and his gaze was like a siren's could. His voice can only be described as magnetic, and he drowned the room in his cheeriness. Also the food was superbly delectable. Overall 11/10 experience. He was very server.

Has the pleasure of checking out County Club on Saturday night around 8. Although they close at 9,…read morethey were still packed and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. Despite the huge outdoor seating area, we ate inside at a high top community table. As a short person I generally despise high top tables, but these had a bar where you can rest your feet, which for me was a nice touch. Our server was quick to ask us about drinks and brought over water. She was lovely! We ordered two drinks, and 3 entrees to share: grain bowl pizza time, pork and slaw sandwich, and poutine with brisket. Everything was delicious! The pork sandwich was my fav, especially after adding the homemade BBQ sauce on the table. Perfect touch. Lastly we got the strawberry cake. Wow--it was a strawberry Bundt cake slice, with buttermilk glaze, and basil Chantilly cream. I don't know who the pastry chef is--but they deserve a raise! We wanted to come back just for the cake! All around 5 star experience on a Saturday night, which is hard to do. We didn't wait long for food or drinks. Everything was tasty. And we had a good time. Will definitely return for when the menu changes next month!

My recent experience of having brunch with a friend here was one of the very best. I've been…read moreseveral times over the years and always had delicious food but the latest was way above expectations. I was hesitant to get the brisket pho for brunch at first but wow was I happy with my choice. This dish was expertly created with their fall-apart melt in your mouth brisket, a fried egg and a toasted bagel to top it off. Some of the typical pho toppings like bean sprouts, cilantro, basil, and jalapeños, made this dish taste quite familiar, yet having this brunch version was interesting. I love the take on one of my favorite Asian dishes and had never seen it brunchetized before. I would highly recommend to any pho lovers who are open to a unique take on this Vietnamese cuisine to give this a try.

This is a must stop whenever I'm in Richmond. I love the ambience and the coffee. The employees are…read morealways friendly and helpful to suggest a drink. The coffee is amazing--hot or cold! Stop in and make Purdy's Coffee your new favorite coffee.

The staff were really kind and friendly!…read more I got an Iced Hansel & Gretel chai which was gingerbread flavored and it was amazing! As far as I could tell, the syrup flavors in their winter holiday drinks aren't listed online on their socials or through their online ordering. They weren't listed by the front counter either... they were listed in the bathroom though??

Update 12/03/24: I…read morewas looking to have an order delivered and after viewing their online menu, I had a couple of questions to ask before I could decide if this establishment still offered food options which I could consume. I called and spoke with Wong, and he assured me they still offer gluten-free items. I then asked if they have Pho Ga (chicken broth with chicken as the protein), as I am not a fan of Pho Bo (beef broth with beef as the protein). He said it's not on the menu, but when placing the online order, I could select Beef Pho and add notes stating I wanted chicken broth and chicken as the protein, so that is what I did. I also ordered a gluten-free veggie roll, and had it delivered. The food arrived before the expected delivery time, which was a plus. When I opened my containers, I was surprised and disappointed that the broth was not the chicken broth I ordered, but beef instead. They do offer chicken and rice soup on the menu, so I assumed they had chicken broth, especially after I was instructed to add the instruction notes to my order. The noodles, chicken, and accompaniments were all fresh, but all thrown together in one big pile in the container. This is more of a preference thing for me, as I am accustomed to having them all separate, but this is not a deal breaker by any means. I must say, the chicken was truly divine, succulent even, very moist, and that is difficult to manage for chicken breast. I did try the beef broth, and I did not like it. The gluten-free veggie roll was all grease, I took one bite and the grease oozed out of it. Needless to say it was placed in the bin. I'm not giving up on this establishment, but will go in person to place my orders in the future.

We drove from Louisville to try The Wok after hearing about it from TikTok. Everything was made…read morefresh to order and tasted delicious! The staff were very nice and even talked to us for a while. We will definitely come back the next time we're in town. 10/10!