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    Lanai Express at Fremont Casino

    3.2 (197 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Fast Food
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Gilbert R.

    Not exactly a spot I'd be going to since I had no idea it existed, but my cousin from Hawaii said their oxtail soup was better than the one at Market Cafe just down the street at the California Hotel (admittedly, the line was just too long so I pivoted here instead). Well, he's sort of right. I'd say it's on par with California's version. The portions are huge and meaty. You will definitely be full after this meal. Broth was light and could've used a little more flavor. The oxtail, however, was super tender, as it should be, and had some nice fat on it. Served with a scoop of rice, which is how you should eat it. Priced at around $20, I think this is a very competitive price for what you're getting. So this review is just about the oxtail only, so I don't know about the other items on the menu. It's supposed to be a quick fast food stop, so don't expect the other stuff to be too memorable. They had pre-cooked, Panda Express style Chinese food sitting under some heat lamps that just didn't look great at all. So I'm just going to say that the oxtail soup is probably the best thing here. Another negative is that the eating area is kind of messy and they aren't too diligent about cleaning up. Unfortunately, many of the patrons just don't have any manners and they leave a lot of mess behind. Other than that, I'd come back just for the oxtail.

    Donna L.

    Didn't get a chance to eat here but wanted to share the menu for diners. We stayed at the California casino so this was very close by and you are able to use food vouchers here.

    Natalie B.

    Off the top I have to say Theresa's customer service was amazing! She made was laugh. The food was fresh and delicious. I had the Vegetable Egg Rolls. The prices were great especially after a day full of shows. It's conveniently located near the entrance of Fremont Casino, the music wasn't too loud and the temperature was perfect. I will definitely be returning

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    Tawny V.

    Located in the Fremont Hotel, and while it's budget-friendly, it felt very reminiscent of fast-food chains like Panda Express. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed; the food looked like it had been sitting out for a while. Instead of opting for the noodles or fried rice, I went with white rice, General Tso's chicken, and beef and broccoli. Sadly, I found the flavors lacking, and the food wasn't served hot enough for my taste. I've had breakfast here before, and it was decent, so I think if you stick to options like burgers, chicken dishes, or breakfast sandwiches and burritos, you might have a better experience. Overall, if you're looking for a quick and affordable meal, Lanai Express might fit the bill, but be prepared for a casual fast-food vibe. Extra star for the service!

    Two combo plate
    Ryo Hanalei Z.

    While visiting Fremont with family, we hit that point where everyone was hungry. Since it was my nephew's birthday, he got the deciding vote. His pick? Chinese food. Luckily, I knew just the spot nearby--Lanai Express, tucked inside the Fremont Hotel (which, by the way, has definitely gotten a nice facelift). The restaurant itself has been refreshed too, with a clean white look replacing the old yellow vibe. The menu hit the mark right away. Everyone went with the 2-choice plate option, while I went for Spam musubi (had to!) and the chicken wings. The General Tso's, orange chicken, and Mongolian beef were crowd favorites. My musubi was solid, but the chicken wings? Excellent--crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. I made everyone try one, and they agreed. Big hugs to the chef for that one! On a past visit, I also tried their oxtail soup, and it was pretty good--hearty, flavorful, and a nice surprise to find at a quick-serve spot like this. On top of it all, the service was warm and friendly. The lady behind the counter had such a pleasant vibe, which made the experience even better. If you're downtown and looking for a quick, affordable bite with both Chinese favorites and some island flair, Lanai Express is definitely worth a stop. Njoy

    Steak and eggs with hash brown

    Well for $10 it's not bad. I ordered my steak well done because I was worried lol. Got scrambled eggs and the hash brown triangles were super yum. The lady was super nice. It was almost 3 am so it was quiet but clean. Over 7.6/10

    Irene M.

    The only Aloha here... Literally talking about using the Aloha coupon from our Vacation Hawaii package though I'm aware of the locations the time of various places were able to go has a time limit which I sadly found out but thankfully here at Lanai Express though not open for 24 hrs (11am to 7am) you're still able to grab a bite at the wee early hours without fail. Though on that part was a slight fail...being very short staffed there was literally just a few items to order...orange chicken, Teri chicken and sweet sour pork. So we decided to order just one plate and one saimin and though my plate came with a drink I'm not fond of fountain drinks and passed on that. The vibe here is chill with a food court type of setting you're able to eat there or we took ours back to the room but did sneak a few bites and maybe cause we were so hungry it was heavenly. The staff did other best regardless and hope that the shortage doesn't go on for too long. Thank you!

    Oxtail Soup

    The oxtail soup is killer! If you're looking for more of a Chinese flavored oxtail soup, this is defs that, ginger and all! Just a heads up, the malasada does have some kind of filling in it - not bad, just different from what I expected. Didn't wait too long to get my food and there was ample seating nearby.

    Lloyd W.

    In the Freemont Casino, I found Chinese food not in the food court. Had the two choice plate. Chow mein with beef broccoli and sweet and sour pork. Noodles were really good. Just like back home. The beef broccoli was good. The broccoli was nice, green, and crunchy, considering I don't know how long it's been sitting there. There is a lot of what looks like red chili peppers, but the dish IS NOT HOT. Sweet and sour pork was very battery. The pork was hard and dry. Service was about average, considering there were three of the behind the counter talking. Can say much about the place to eat. There are tables and chairs. Plus, it's in the casino. Pros: For sure, get the chow main and the beef broccoli if you like broccoli like I do Cons: Skip the sweet and sour pork unless you like a lot of batter in you, sweet and sour. Would I go back? For the chow mein and broccoli.

    Combo meal- 2 item
    Irene Y.

    Have no t been in this spot for a while. Ordered 2 item combo with fried rice, orange chicken and general tsao chicken. The hot food line did not have fresh food. The rice as overcooked, both chicken dishes were chewy and sometimes hard to eat. With the price of $11.99, the food could be much more fresh and tasty.

    Shrimp cocktail was very good.
    Alan C.

    I was staying next-door at Binions, and I had not had oxtail for 40 years, since I had been in the Navy in Hawaii. I heard that they had it here, I had to come over. The service was a bit slow. There was a bit of a line, even at 10 PM. Just one person was working the line, with another person, grabbing things here and there and helping out in general. Overall, the seating area was clean. I ordered a large soda, a shrimp cocktail, which is a staple of downtown Vegas, and of course, the oxtail. I don't remember the price of the shrimp cocktail, but it was reasonable. It was delicious. A very decent sized portion of baby shrimp, and a delicious cocktail sauce. The oxtail, which was $19, was worth every penny. They make it to order. The meat was just literally falling off the bone. it was tender and delicious. The broth also had green onions, mushrooms, and I chose to have cilantro in mine. Everything was just so rich and delicious.. it also comes with a generous portion of rice. You can put as much or little as you like into the broth. I was very happy, and I will be back. Thank you.

    Kimberly D.

    Whenever I'm craving oxtail - which is pretty often, I come here! There's normally a line at all hours. Dining area can be messy and tables haven't been wiped down. There's always napkins and silverware so that's a good thing cuz we normally don't eat our oxtail there we get it to go. I like the oxtail soup here and they are generous with their portions - my bowls are always full to the top! Workers are nice and patient, I stand in line & see what they have to deal with sometimes.... I'll always be back as long as the oxtail soup is good!

    orange chicken and fried rice sooooo delicious  ono ono ono

    delicious order of orange chicken and fried rice sooooo yummy ono ono ono every time we stop by to order our favorites at the Lanai Express

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