Best selection of authentic Asian cuisine! Love this place so much. So much flavor ... makes you crave your favorite dishes

Since I moved from NYC I have been desperately searching for REAL Chinese food. Lee Cafe came highly recommended by another NayC transplant so I figured I'd give it a go. I ordered the sesame chicken dinner, wonton soup and an egg roll. The egg roll was soooooo small...super lint and little. I co my s from a place where one egg roll can be shared by two people. Thick and super stuffed. Forget that. It doesn't exist here. The mini egg roll was dry and you couldn't even tell what was in it. The wonton soup broth had a great flavor but the wontons were not fresh. They were gummy in a creepy kinda way. Frozen with freezer burn was my best guess. The sesame chicken was super super super OVERFRIED. Dry as a bone inside. This had clearly been pre fried and then fried again and dipped in a sticky sauce with weird texture. Kind of tasted like sesame chicken but the texture of the sauce and the dry chicken were disgusting. I spit it out. This place is a nicer version of Panda Express. If you like Panda Express .....bless your hearts than you might love this place. Those of us who have been exposed to amazing Chinese food at super cheap prices are not loving the Chinese food offerrings here in the Carolina's. Yuck read more

My wife loved her selection. I was disappointed in my selection. I truly believe that l would have enjoyed one of my usual selections. Service was attentive and we would visit another tim read more

Loved my Szechuan Spicy Beef. Crispy veggies and savory beef. The sprouts and other items in the broth gave the dish an excellent flavor.

We had the best time at Lee's Cafe! Took our kids for a New Year's Eve dinner and the reviews did not disappoint. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We got there early and the place was already packed with folks ordering take out, as well as starting to sit for dinner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was not impacted whatsoever. We ordered appetizers of edamame, miso soup, and crab Rangoon which all came out quickly and was delicious. The kids easily split the sweet and sour chicken and chicken lo mein which is their absolute favorite. My husband ordered the super boost roll and said it was incredible. I ordered the rainbow roll and it was also perfectly done. We were all stuffed, and my kids are already begging us to come back again soon. We will certainly be back again soon to try something else since the menu has so many options. read more

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Came here on a recommendation that it is the best Chinese food in Charlotte. It is pretty good standard Chinese fare made for the American palette. The portions are generous - I got the General Tso's chicken with a side of broccoli (not pictured). It came out quickly, which I appreciated because I visited on my lunch break. Definitely recommend if you're having a Chinese craving and are potentially willing to drive a bit! read more

Food is fresh - the veggies are crisp - not over cooked and fresh. Service: is ok- the last few times we have eaten there -- they are slow and somewhat unorganized- a few of the wait staff seem unconcerned about it - [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance: it's casual, it appears clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I will eat there again even with the below par service read more

Lee Cafe is, without a doubt, the best and most authentic Chinese restaurant near Charlotte! Every time I crave flavors that remind me of home, I'm more than willing to make the drive to South Carolina for it--it's that good. Their menu is full of incredible options, but I highly recommend the intestines, spicy fish, and cold beef filet. Each dish is packed with bold, authentic flavors that are hard to find anywhere else. If you're searching for truly authentic Chinese food and don't mind a bit of a drive, Lee Cafe is absolutely worth the trip. Highly recommend it to anyone who loves real, home-style Chinese cuisine! read more

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There is now a new, limited Dim Sum selection! The shrimp dumplings and glutinous rice chicken are *outstanding.* This makes up for the loss of sushi from the menu (and the oyster dishes once available). read more

Tucked away in a plaza in Fort Mill. This place been around for quite some time. Finally I get to dine in on a Sunday. I walked in and the place is pack. I wasn't sure if I was at the right place. Stand there for a good 15 mins before we have a place to sit down.. Now my friend is Chinese soo she order soo much food, mostly spicy ones.. I order the Beef Chow Fun and the garlic bok choy. Both are my go too and very good. Service is fine. They're busy so I wouldn't say they are attentive. They do what they can. And the ambiance is very chill. Laid back and definitely nothing fancy. If you're looking for authentic Chinese food.. This is the place since they have a separate menu for that instead of the usual fried rice and egg foo young. They also accept large orders. I have 10 lobsters ordered before for my party. Check them out read more

Lee Cafe - Sushi Bars Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

Food is delicious, service is fantastic, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the dining room is set up very nicely.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Highly reccomend, great people and great overall experience with amazing food. 10/10 read more

We have eaten at Lee Cafe several times & always get a great meal. The food is delicious & authentic. There are so many options & [[HIGHLIGHT]]the resteraunt is always packed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Love going there & have recommended it read more

Delicious and fresh food. Fast service. Will be back when I'm in town to try more of the menu.

Staying at a local campground and looking for dinner nearby we came across Lee Cafe. Thought we'd give it a try and so glad we did. Ordered takeout and the lady taking our order was patient, kind and helpful as we didn't know what to order. We ordered two dishes, chicken (white meat) with vegetables and orange chicken (white meat). The food came out hot and very tasty. We have eaten at a lot of "authentic" Chinese restaurants all over this country and this one tops as one of the best. Each dish had all the flavors of all the ingredients, it all tasted fresh and didn't taste like it had a bunch of preservatives in it. Stay away from fast food Chinese and eat here instead. Highly recommend! read more

Did this business change staff? Loved the food in the past but recently purchased the 5 happiness meal. Shrimp was mushy, scallops very tough and sauce not as appealing as b4. Sorry. Will no longer order from Lee's. read more

First and foremost I never ever give 5 stars to any places/restaurant's, but this GEM is one of the best Chinese places I ever eating since China town in NYC. Service was on point, food was amazing. Price you can't beat from normal Chinese places. I wished this place was close to me but as usual it's not. lol. read more

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Get the spicy fish and veggies, also don't be afraid to try the intestines! Flavors are absolutely delish, not 100% big city quality but one of the best locations in charlotte. read more

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We had been before and enjoyed it, but two weeks ago after eating here my husband was deathly ill through the night and all the next day. We suspect food poisoning. We had totally different meals, thankfully. I have never seen him so sick. Sadly, we won't be returning. read more

You simply cannot beat the value here. I've tried most of the popular Chinese spots in the NC/SC area. Some are now closed, others simply fell off in terms of quality. Lee Cafe has stood the test of time. You want service? The ladies here are fantastic -- one even helped me carry a large order to my car. The ambiance and decor are clean and neat. And the food is excellent. They do all things well here, from the traditional Szechuan style to good old fashioned American Chinese food. This is one of the places everyone within 50 miles needs to continue visiting and keeping them around because it's so needed, so good and never disappoints. read more

I think this might be the best Chinese restaurant in the greater Charlotte area. I know that it's about 20 minutes away from Charlotte, but trust me when I say that it's worth the drive. This hidden gem is a haven for food lovers seeking a taste of authentic Chinese food . From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with the delicious smell of dishes that transport you straight to the vibrant streets of Asia. From mouthwatering noodle bowls to delectable stir-fries and savory dumplings, each bite is a symphony of flavors. Lee Cafe has a diverse menu that caters to all taste preferences! So if you're ready to impress your taste buds and embark on a flavorful adventure, make your way to Lee Cafe in Fort Mill. Indulge in the richness of Asian cuisine and create memories that will linger long after the last bite. WHAT WE ORDERED: -Spicy Fish & Veggies: This dish combines fried fish and a variety of fresh, crisp vegetables, all bathed in a spicy sauce. -Spicy Twice Cooked Pork: Slices of pork belly are cooked not once, but twice, to achieve maximum tenderness and flavor. -Lobster Fried Rice: Indulge in the luxurious taste of lobster combined with the comforting goodness of fried rice. Diced lobster meat is seamlessly integrated into the fried rice, infusing it with a delectable seafood essence. FOLLOW @zackaryeats on Instagram/Tiktok for more foodie finds read more

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Best authentic Chinese in the carowinds area. Almost as good as lams but not quite there. But no complaints.

If you are looking for good Americanized Chinese restaurant, this will not be the place for you. Go to Baoding at Southpark or other Chinese restaurant for your beef and broccoli or favorite fried rice. This is the place you go if you are looking for some authentic Cantonese Chinese dishes that are not served elsewhere such as stir fry snow pea tips or braised pork belly. Service here reminded me so much of typical Chinatown restaurants LOL! , again very authentic so expect curt and indifference. I wish this place was close to my house so I can get takeout. read more

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So far, the most authentic Chinese restaurant we've had in the Fort Mill area. We ordered: Beef chow fun Mongolian beef Pork fried rice Stir fried pea shoots Eggrolls Everything came out blazing hot and freshly cooked. Everything was very good. We look forward to trying more of the menu. read more

Lee Cafe - Pork Fried Rice - Sushi Bars Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

This place is one of the two places in Charlotte that you can get authentic Chinese food. It's a bit of a drive away from center Charlotte. Located about 30 minutes away from everything. This place is near Carowinds. Worth the drive. The food is always good. My favorite is the Szechwan spicy beef bowl. It has a lot of flavor and is spicy.all the other dishes were delicious too. You can't go wrong with any of them. Tip if you are going during rush hour get there early as this small place gets packed. Food: great Staff: nice Atmosphere: relaxing I recommend this place and will be back. read more

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Ordered take out on 6/6. I wanted to try something I had never had before so I opted for the Spicy Chili Chicken b/c the pics I saw looked delish. It comes with rice but I subbed for noodles. When I arrived, I stood at the hostess stand for what felt like forever waiting to be acknowledged. I figured maybe they were short staffed so I waited patiently. Several minutes later two business men walked in and were greeted immediately by one of the workers who was sitting at one of the booths. Had I realized she was staff, I would have gotten her attention. So I asked her where I pick up my to go order and she directed me towards the bar (mind you there was no one behind the bar). I made sure I let her know I was not pleased with not being acknowledged until the two other men walked in. She apologized but the damage was already done. As for the food. It was packed with chili peppers. Too spicy for me but if you like spice you would probably love it. read more

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Wow! What a hidden gem in a strip mall next to Food Lion right around the corner from Carowinds. I have eaten here before but usually got a topical American Chinese lunch item. This time we went for dinner and it was incredible. We actually had to wait a couple minutes because every table was full with families enjoying a shared meal. Once we sat down our server helped us deciding what we should get. We were looking for some more traditional dishes and it did not disappoint. We had Mapo Tofu, which had a good spice to it, chicken and shrimp with vegetables (not pictures) and chicken and vegetable pot over fire. Everything was amazing! The prices are very reasonable and the service was top notch. Next time when you visit Carowinds or any of the South Carolina border stores, coke check out this small authentic Asian restaurant. I promise you won't be disappointed. read more

Lee Cafe - Mapo Tofu - Sushi Bars Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

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This is our go-to for Chinese in Ft. Mill. My favorite dish is the flounder with ginger and scallions. It tastes so fresh. My husband loves all the fried favorites. General Tsos, Sesame chicken, etc. They have great hot & sour soup. Service is always very attentive. Parking is right up to the building and convenient. I highly recommend this place if you are in the area. read more

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Shrimp fried rice was very good. Ordered xtra shrimp and onions. Ready for another. Soy sauce was good.

Great food, fast service and good prices. They make sushi on the weekends. Sit at the bar while you wait on your to go food or sit and watch them make sushi. read more

For a few years this has been a consistent spot with a great selection of dishes. Their veg fried rice is always solid with fresh veggies and great flavor. However my last visit with friends has shown the attention to service and quality has dropped tremendously. My friend ordered a beef and scallop dish and upon the first few bites- noted the dish was dangerously undercooked. He pulled the meat to the side to show the staff it was still raw. We told the waitress and she took the dish back to the kitchen only to return the plate in less than 5 minutes. The plate was warm but none of the food had moved (including the rice). They literally just microwaved the dish. I would have presumed a re-fire or a replacement dish but not at all. The waitress simply put the dish on the table and walked away never to even check if the food was now cooked. My friend ate no more of the food and no concessions were made or questions asked as to why an entire dish was untouched. We were very disappointed in the decline in service and quality and more importantly the risk that raw proteins pose to customers! Really hope this was an off-night for them but this is the biggest no-no in our books. read more

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Yet again, I find myself craving the spicy veggie and fish. And, yet again, poor service. The woman at the counter literally argued with me over my order. Since my second visit, I've always gotten the spicy veggie and fish, with added mixed vegetables (as it doesn't actuallycome with vegetables). She kept saying she wouldn't place my order that way, it would ruin the dish. I kept explaining this is the way I've ALWAYS ordered it, and I like it. She then said "if I make it like that and you don't like it, I'm not giving you money back!" Ma'am you are rude! I wouldn't ask for it back, and if I am telling you this is my preference, please prepare my $22 fish to my liking. I can't say I'll be back, I'm over the rude and poor service. No matter how good the food is! read more

I was doing errands in Fort Mill area, so headed here for some Singapore Noodles. They were open only for Take-Out, which was fine...but that was NOT the info given on Yelp, or their website. Definitely need to update that info. I think the woman who who took my order said it was open for dine-in on Wednesday thru Sunday, but can't be certain. The Singapore Noodles were good, but just not the best I've had. Think that honor still goes to Great Wall or Doan's, where they add in more veggies, like Carrots...and have a bit more flavor. The portions were fairly small, but it's very affordably priced (less than 10 bucks!), so no issue there. Still, I remember being more impressed with their Wontons, Chow Fun, Spicy Chili Chicken and Spicy Fish...so I'll probably go back to those next time. I've been here several times by now, and it's a good place for a wide range of authentic Chinese specialties. Can't say that you'll get the most friendly, courteous service here, but in terms of food quality, it's probably the best in the Fort Mil/Rock Hill area. read more

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Definitely one of the best Chinese food experiences we have ever had. Haven't had any problems with anything we ever ordered and their beef chow fun is outstanding. Highly recommended. read more

I am not going to say that the food was bad because it wasn't however I ordered Mongolian beef and I received Mongolian Chicken. read more

Lee Cafe - Sushi Bars Near Me - Fort Mill, South Carolina

We've had Szechuan food that we love while traveling, but it was hard to find in Charlotte. Several people recommended Lee's to us. Covid-19: you can order over the phone. Our order was ready in 15 minutes. You have to go inside to pay and pick it up. I'm not sure if they were open for dine in, but I got there right after they opened and no one was inside eating. Employees had masks on. We got the Spicy Veggie & Fish and the Spicy Chili Chicken, both with fried rice. The Spicy Chili Chicken was good, but we both loved the Spicy Veggie & Fish more. Neither of them were even remotely spicy to us which made me sad given the names. After we went, my friend told us they have a secret menu that has Seafood Hotpot that we should have gotten. I love hotpot, so I'm sad I didn't know about the secret menu. If you want Szechuan food in Charlotte, check this place out! read more

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Delicious and authentic Chinese food. Highly recommend! Ordered: - Szechuan cold cut beef - salted duck - spicy veggie & meat - pork intestine & chicken - stir fried lamb with cumin - salty fish & chicken with tofu clay pot - salt & spices fried pork chop - ong choy read more

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By far best authentic Chinese food in the CLT area. Sizzling steak is a must along with General TSO Chicken!

FORT MILL, SC 02/05/20 LUNCH +The Spicy Chili Chicken was pretty good. +My colleague's Lightly Fried Tofu with Shanghai Cabbage was pretty good, too. +This place was packed during lunch hour, which was a good sign. -The customer service was wack. Similar to some other reviewers' remarks, we were sat in a deep corner of the restaurant near an exit door (where the employees go out to smoke cigarettes). The wait staff attended to other tables that were seated after us, which is ridiculous. -We ended up having to order take-out due to lack of table service. The main host apologized and I could hear him talking to his waitress about the incident, which made me feel a little better at the time. -My other colleague did not think his Sizzling Beef entree (22.00) was worth it. He said his fried rice was just oil and soy sauce; no vegetables. Overall, I would return to try some other dishes, but they need to work on their front-of-the-house operations. read more

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I had picked up a meal before and wasn't super impressed so we went as a family to try it out. When asked for a booth, we were told sharply those are for parties of 6. We have a two year old we like to contain... but we said ok. They forgot to add my egg roll to the order and just didn't offer to add it just said oh wells. My (appetizer) soup that came with combo I had to ask for after I had already received my meal. There seemed to be an aura of unfriendliness the whole time. We did not like the food either. I felt the wonton broth was watered down and the fried rice felt more like brown rice. read more

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Great service and food! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Super clean and cute inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My chai latte was delicious! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Def a great spot to meet with a friend for breakfast/lunch![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more