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    Lefty's Fried Rice

    3.6 (187 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Combination plate, orange chicken, noodles, fried rice, egg roll
    Laura S.

    Food was really good. We would go back for the fried rice, lo mein, and egg rolls and to try other things like their egg food young (looked really good) Didn't care for the orange chicken because it was over cooked/fried but had great flavor:) crab rangoons average. Customer service was good. They were friendly and welcoming. Ambiance is very laid back, clean, and current. Support local businesses:)!!!

    Voodoo Fried Rice
    Marie F.

    When I arrived to St. Louis this was the first place I knew I had to try. I actually called a week prior to verify some information about the food. The lady I talked to was so helpful and had amazing customer service. So when I get there I took an uber straight to Lefty's. When you pull up they have a very amazing mural outside and it was a few people inside.When we walked in we were greeted and I can say the amazing customer service continued. I've heard that there was a big difference in St. Louis Fried Rice so I had to try it. I ordered Voodoo Fried Rice with gravy, Lobster Rangoon, Crab Rangoon and Chicken St. Paul. The Voodoo Fried Rice was good and I like the protiens that came in it. I wasn't a fan of the gravy. It didn't give me any difference from my favorite Chinese place in Chicago.I love me some Crab Rangoon so anywhere I go I have to try it and this one didn't disappoint. I saw they had Lobster Rangoon and it was a must try and I can say it was very good. The Chicken St. Paul was what I was most excited to try. I get egg foo yung most times at my favorite Chinese place so when I saw it was on a sandwich I was very intrigued. I was very scared I wouldn't like it but I was very surprised that I enjoyed it and ate most of it. Price Range was average. When I'm back in St. Louis I'll be back!

    Special St. Paul
    Sebastian B.

    I'm working in St.Louis this week and wanted to try something local. I learned about the St. Paul sandwich. It's egg foo yong on white bread with mayo pickles and lettuce. When I did my google search for the best one in town Lefty's was at the top of the list. They mastered Urban Eats with this masterpiece sandwich. I loved it!!! So damn good and really well made! The place is cool, like an old time pub with a cool back wall menu. The sweet lady behind the counter was so pleasant and organized she was busy but handled it with a cool flow with patients and efficiency. The service was top shelf, I ordered the St. Paul and dragon wing combo with voodoo rice. This dish is their trademark. It's Cajun fried rice done so good you have to get some. The combo comes with 2 crab Rangoon too. Thank you Lefty's for your terrific food and awesome hospitality.

    Orange chicken plate
    Jaz M.

    This was some of the best rice I've ever had. I like how the grains were individual and not clumped together. It was a good grain of rice too. The St. Paul was good, not my fav, but worth ordering again. The orange chicken and rice pair well together. The chicken cut/quality tasted like pre bought frozen chicken, not fresh cute chicken breast. Flavor was good and had noticeable orange zest. Overall 3.5/5. Give it a try.

    Culture to go with the menu!
    Jeremy M.

    Lefty's is a must try! I have a number of things on the menu I'd still like a shot at. The service was great. Food was good, accurate, hot, and it was presented extremely well. Came for the rice, stayed for the Vess and wings. Gotta try a St. Paul on my next visit. Simple decor, there was a patio as well I believe, we are inside though. I got spicy dragon wings, while I like spice, it was too much for me. If I got it again, I'd do dragon wings regular. Black Owned business which is another plus!

    I decided to try this restaurant because I'd heard a mix of good and bad reviews and wanted to see for myself. The restaurant was clean inside and out, with plenty of parking and enough seating to accommodate larger groups. The menu and drink selection have a nostalgic, old-school feel, which I enjoyed. I ordered the orange chicken bowl. The price was fair, but I personally felt the portion size was a bit small. A kind gesture from the store manager Damon, gave a complimentary Vess soda, which I appreciated. Overall, the food was tasty, and the quality was solid. The hospitality was friendly, and the atmosphere had a welcoming vibe. I'd definitely consider coming back to try something else on the menu.

    Combo 1 Plate
    Alyssa B.

    Quick facts: Black owned , STL style Chinese food. Prepare for street parking. Service was typical of a fast casual restaurant. Easy to order online. Food: I tried the fried rice and chicken wings, both were too salty for my preference.

    The combo plate with Fried rice, noodle and Chicken with a side eggroll..
    Joseph G.

    The food here is ! I enjoyed talking to the owner, very polite and customer service is off the chain and the setting is sexy as hell. I give this place a 25 out of 10! Wish them more success..

    Chicken wings and fried rice. Looks better than it tastes.
    Eva J.

    First time trying this place and likely my last. I've always heard good things about Lefty's and now I cannot understand why. The chicken wings which I ordered crispy, were over seasoned with cumin I believe and they were also very salty. The fried rice didn't have meat in it which I've never seen in a combination plate, and it was dry and a little bitter tasting. The only thing that was good was the egg roll. Even the broccoli I added extra wasn't good. So disappointed

    Pac Mm and Video Game
    Jamal W.

    I wanted to try Lefty's Fried Rice. This is a Black owned restaurant. There were tablecloth on the tables. They had beautiful murals on the walls. This place is a gem. The portion sizes are plentiful. The fried rice is very good. The chicken and broccoli doesn't remind me of Chinese takeout. But it is good. The same think can be said for their lomein. The dragon wings were okay. I've had better. I noticed the couple sitting near me had the egg fu young. The portion was huge and looked amazing. They also had hot braised and voodoo fried rice. I must go back and try the egg fu young. The us parking on the street. They have a pac man video game. They cater food too. The young man that took our order was very patient and even offered suggestions.

    Rice and wings, 2 crab Rangoon
    Teresa R.

    I can't remember the last time I had Fried Rice and wings! Lefty's lived up to the memory! Rice was definitely St. Louis style..meaning eggs and onions only. You'll have to add veggies if that's what you want. I added bean sprouts and Loved! Counter style ordering and mainly to go but very nice option if you choose to dine in. Lots of tables, spacious and clean. Service was quick and pleasant. Will return.

    Large St Paul
    Anthony M.

    One of the 2 only African American owned Chinese restaurants in St Louis The presentation of the food is unmatched .The packaging and quantity for the price is the best in town. Give them a try!!

    Salmon, Rice, Broccoli. Hot Braised sauce,(4) Crab Rangoon, Orange soda

    I'm a huge supporter of Black-owned businesses BUT anyone who has ever recommended Lefty's Fried Rice should never be allowed to review anything, ever! It was disgusting! I called them before posting on Yelp but they don't answer their phone. How do you mess up Crab Rangoon?!? The wrapper was older than Methuselah! There was no crab or rangoon. All four of them (tried one, spit it out) couldn't fill one regular crab rangoon! The Hot Braised Sauce was horrible! I can't imagine this sauce on anything served to people. Broccoli?!? This tasted like the very back of the freezer! The Salmon was fishy in the worst possible way. It smelled so terrible I had to take it to the dumpster! To mess up seafood on Good Friday in the 314 is truly a sin. Just one bite of the Crab Rangoon and one bite of Salmon, Rice and Broccoli has me praying I don't have food poisoning! The orange soda was fine.

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    7 months ago

    Took 20 minutes long to get my order then another 25 minutes just for my fried rice. Need to step up their timing

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    Love the voodoo fried rice. Wonderful and welcoming service. I'll come back again for sure

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    Food is amazing and the service is even better. I definitely recommend that you go here and give them a try.

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