Lee Cafe

Service is always great! The food is always hot and tastes like I expected, delicious .read more

Sign says closed for renovations under new management. Sad to see previous owners go.read more

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When you just need the basics, big wok is great and will save you about $10 from going down the…read morestreet to the fancier place. We have always had successful meals from the Big Wok!!!

Friendly staff, (counter girl has a beautiful smile!) food was very good, service was very good,…read morepricing similar to others. We just had fried dumplings and scallion pancakes.

Eating area

Szechuan shrimp

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China Kitchen

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Called in an order around 4:30 on a Friday and was told it would take 30 mins, it was ready right…read moreon time but if you call any later, expect to wait. Place only has a pickup window/door, nothing fancy, just 2 gentlemen working hard and are no nonsense. Food was fresh, very flavorful and packed. Highly recommend the #13 Crispy scallion chicken & #12 General Tso chicken. We got 4 combos for $26 which is unheard of nowadays! Remember to tip generously, we need to support these types of hidden gems in the area.

China kitchen has excellent food and it is always consistent. I have found none better in the area…read moreno matter the price. the prices are very fair. The owner is always there and he and the cook work very hard to be sure the quality doesn't slip. Kay Davis

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Locally sourced ingredients

Romantic vibe

Food is amazing, always fresh, service is very attentive and ambiance great for a night outread more

The food was nice and tasty and reasonably priced and the service was quick. I will be returning.read more

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Golden China

4.0(137 reviews)

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It's been over a year since my last review here. I've just…read morenot been eating much Chinese food lately. In addition, the Chinese take out close to my house closed down recently. I was thinking about Triple Delight & this place was top of my list! Great food quality & nice size portions. It's a bit on the pricey side as you don't get the lunch size or price only the dinner which is bigger. Their Spring Rolls are less than average & I cannot recommend them.

Continuously great food from here! Cant beat the lunch special price (before 3pm) I usually order…read moreonline and food is always ready when I arrive!!

Look how fresh and golden these wings are !!!!! Fresh

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Taipei South

4.0(247 reviews)

4.4 mi

Love this as my go to take out spot! Dinner comes w a spring role which I love!! Dine in is great…read morewhen I have time, staff is so kind and it's always so clean! No frills but quick service and delicious food. I love black pepper chicken and ask for medium spicy! Always get the egg drop soup

The scallion chicken was horrible...steamed rice wasn't fresh and just big clumps, chicken very…read moretough and small pieces and spring roll too greasy. Very disappointing for $15, I will not return.

Best duck sauce yummm

Crispy Scallion Chicken

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3.5(33 reviews)

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This egg drop soup I ordered tasted like cornstarch.. also the bright neon yellow/orange color is…read morequite concerning. I understand they use dyes, but this was very bright.. There was no true egg flavor... I'm quite disappointed.

This place is amazingly clean everywhere, even kitchen looks great, food always very good, and…read morestaff is friendly.

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Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle

4.7(90 reviews)

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Went to eat with my coworker who recommended this place as serving authentic Chinese cuisine. I…read morecould not pass up that opportunity as Asian cuisine is in my top three. It's very rare for me to do a review and not have pics to accompany it but from entrance to exit I don't think I liked my phone up once. Coworker's company was great but the food really made for a great experience. In addition to that having my coworker speak to the culture of the food made it all the more appreciated. I definitely can't say enough good words about the food and the service and the overall experience. Five stars is all I can give but if there were more this restaurant would well deserve it. Next time I'll have to get pics

This was our first visit to Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice. It was one of the best Asian meals I have had…read morein Charlotte. Perhaps the absolute best. They prepared our Ramen, dumplings and egg rolls as promised within 6 minutes. We had take-out and ordered once inside the restaurant. Everything was delicious! Everything inside looks clean and well organized but we didn't dine in. Customer service was courteous, polite and on point.

Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle - Dining area with large wall decorations #tensecondscharlotte #charlottenc #charlottefoodscene #preservefootprints

Dining area with large wall decorations #tensecondscharlotte #charlottenc #charlottefoodscene #preservefootprints

E1. Popcorn Chicken

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Great Wall Of China South

3.3(266 reviews)

4.9 mi

Birthday Party. - Good Back room for it! 10 people and 4 Children - ordered Two PuPu platers to…read morestart out with.- They were good Ribs , egg rolls , crab ragoon and chicken wings. Brown Rice , and White rice were brought to the table. We had Chicken Fried Rice , Beef and Rice Singapore Noodles , Chinese Green beans and Pot stickers and Sesame Chicken. I had a great Mountain Chicken - very spicy and delicious Very Good Chinese Food !!

It turned out to be not as bad as our earlier visit, so guess that the new owner is paying…read moreattention to more than "get the money". All the cheap Charlie items, like signs for "5% discount for cash" and a small buffet of the cheapest rice and noodle items for lunch are there. And this was a very nice, casual restaurant with great food. We were seated. The place-mat menus were the same, but very much beaten up, creased, warn and dirty. And not everything on the menu is available. Yep, maybe still saving the expense of new menus? Wife had Mu Shu pork with the pancakes and she was pleased with it. I had their Special Trio with broccoli, beef, chicken, shrimp in a spicy brown sauce. It turned out to be as I previously had tasted. Portion was smaller than before. Server was Tony, a man who did well and spoke English well. I doubt that we will be regulars here as we search for other Chinese options. It might come back if business slacks, which is already happening. Let us know what you think.

Dining Room

L: King's Tofu R: Shrimp & Scallop

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Lunch - Chicken with Broccoli (Extra Spicy)

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Sarah Y.

316

104

4 years ago

Lee Cafe is hands down my favorite Chinese restaurant in Charlotte. I have been a regular here for quite some time, and I can attest to the consistent quality and deliciousness of their food. Even my Chinese parents, who are quite picky when it comes to Chinese cuisine, have given Lee Cafe their stamp of approval. One of our favorite dishes is the Eggplant with Garlic Sauce. The eggplant is always cooked to perfection with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, and the garlic sauce adds a burst of flavor that perfectly complements the eggplant. Another must-try dish at Lee Cafe is their Seafood Pan Fried Noodle. This dish consists of crispy pan-fried noodles topped with a generous serving of seafood and vegetables. The combination of the crispy noodles and savory seafood is simply irresistible. For those who love a bit of spice, the Szechuan Classics are a must-try. Lee Cafe's mapo tofu and kung pao chicken are both packed with flavor and spice, but not overwhelmingly so. The spice level is just right, making it a perfect dish for those who want to try Szechuan cuisine without feeling like their mouth is on fire. In addition to their delicious food, the service at Lee Cafe is top-notch. The staff is always friendly and accommodating, making sure that every customer's needs are met. The restaurant is clean and spacious, with a welcoming ambiance that makes it a great place to dine with family and friends. Overall, I highly recommend Lee Cafe to anyone who is looking for delicious Chinese cuisine in Charlotte. From their Eggplant with Garlic Sauce to their Seafood Pan Fried Noodle to their Szechuan Classics, every dish is cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. The combination of great food and excellent service make Lee Cafe a true gem in the Charlotte dining scene. read more

Y S.

7 years ago

I was irritated by the waitress who seemed not happy and very greedy. She wrote 18% of tips "without my authorization" when I checked out . I immediately complained to the manager and I think a real business manager would have fired the waitress who crossed the bottom line of the work ethics. How can you force a customer to pay whatever tips you want without customer's authorization? When I looked up the reviews here, it seemed that the waitress here(not sure if the same lady) has been doing these kind of terrible things for very long time, and the manager has not taken any action! I would not suggest any of my friends to go there, NEVER! read more

Linda H.

10 months ago

Lee Cafe is less than a mile from my house, and I also eat there at lease 2-3 times a week! I never get tired of the food, and I always enjoy the meal! They have a really nice selection every day so it's never a problem! Also, the services & ambience are top notch always! This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants go to places! Also, I've never seen the restaurant the least bit dirty. The employees make it a priority to stay on top of cleaning off the tables! This is definitely a priority for me! Even if the food is not as good as I expected, I'm more concerned about the cleanliness! read more

Kevin S.

11 years ago

This is officially my favorite Chinese restaurant ever. Everything is so fresh and yummy! General Tzo is to die for. Presentation is perfect. Love the remodel. Hope this place stays in business for many years to come so we can grow old together! Been looking for the perfect Chinese food in this neck of the woods and have found it in spades. Red Bowl and Taipei South had been my "go to" restaurants, but they both pale in comparison to Lee Cafe, by far. read more

Justin L.

5 years ago

I came from Connecticut to eat here with family and the restaurant has a "secret" menu that you have to ask for which has a soft shell crab which was supposed to be really good, I'd say the experience was average but there was nothing really too special with the restaurant. read more

Chien W.

6 years ago

I will never eat at this restaurant any more. I placed take out order over the phone, but the restaurant made the mistake. Not only didn't apology to customer, but also very rude. I never experienced such a rude restaurant. read more

Kanitha T.

6 years ago

Another great chinese spot. it's super authentic that has Cantonese style and sichuan style dishes. I normally get the hotpot dishes like the seafood or eggplant ones. Those are amazing! read more

Jim J.

5 years ago

Didn't quite know what I was looking for in food but this place was very satisfying. The waitress was very helpful in helping me to choose my meal. Plan on returning. read more

Jenny T.

158

8 years ago

Great place with awesome taste of real Chinese food! Highly recommended! If you are in the area and looking for Chinese restaurant you should try this place out. read more

Beth A.

7 years ago

Food is amazing lots of choices and they have another iPad menu with lots of great dishes. Our family loves to eat here and even the kids find dishes they love. read more

Anita C.

8 years ago

Good food, good service, good price. Portions were the perfect size. Staff is very friendly.

Charles L.

2 years ago

Good food. Good prices. Have not dined in yet, but always see people in there. Always busy

Julia E.

6 years ago

I always like to visit this place to try the chill fish. It is so delicious!!

Jackson C.

5 years ago

This place is absolutely fantastic! I always look forward to dining here!

Yelp Gir L.

322

10 years ago

Expansion has been made into a reality! YEA!

Silver Y.

6 years ago

awesome authentic Chinese food!

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