Lotus 1

3.8 (186 reviews)

InexpensiveVietnamese, Sandwiches, Bubble Tea

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Lotus 1 - Grilled Chicken Banh Mi (~$11) - Vietnamese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Nando F.

Was excited to have found a Vietnamese place this neck o' the woods. I was surprised to see this little Asian restaurant sitting in my old stomping grounds. Absolutely loved the small business feel the place offers. We ordered a Pork Banh Mi, a bowl of their classic Pho, a Pork/rice dish, a dry noodle dish and a Classic Banh Mi and Vietnamese Iced coffee (Last two items to go). My teenagers liked their Pork items. I had a few bites of the Pork Banh Mi and thought it was pretty alright. The Pho looked the part, but it was unfortunately subpar. The meatballs in it were too soft (meatballs in Pho are usually more firm, with more bit and often with some tendons) and the meat seemed as though it had been boiled in the broth (its consistency wasn't good). The classic Banh Mi I took to go along the iced coffee. Sorry to say they did not hit the mark (either). I was expecting pate and Vietnamese sausage, but instead, I got some sort of minced meat. The iced coffee did not taste like Vietnamese coffee at all... maybe it was not prepared with condensed milk? The stored front was being manned by one guy. Service was timely and courteous.

Diane L.

First time trying this place. Nice quiet corner past Steinway St. Ordered the Grilled Chicken Banh Mi Sandwich to go. The baguette was light, airy and chewy. Chicken was tender and flavorful, nice chunks of meat, but had little burned parts. I don't like any blackened parts on my chicken, so I was displeased to have to try to pick these out in a sandwich that I just want to bite into and not deal with any pickings. Otherwise, it came with plenty of pickled carrot and daikon topping, which I liked. Perhaps it was because I made it a point to mention it to the server to include this, so they wouldn't skimp on it, as I read other reviews and wanted to be sure they'd put enough veg and pickled carrots and everything in. Cucumber was a long piece running lengthwise through the sandwich, which was not cut in half, nor was the long piece of cucumber cut. Had to just bite into each bite and bite away at the cucumber. Also, the cilantro was kind of a long piece running lengthwise through the long sandwich. Also, I told him Spicy, but it wasn't really spicy at all. This was fine, as I didn't want a fiery spice, but the spice level specification is a little inaccurate then if I said spicy, and it wasn't spicy at all. Didn't want it too bland, so I said spicy, but it really wasn't spicy. There was a little jalapeno slice in it, but nothing too overwhelming or hot. There was a lot of mayonnaise, which was fine and good with the rest of the fillings. The whole sandwich was not too heavy, and flavors were good to me, so I enjoyed it overall for a nice easy lunch, minus the blackened edges on the chicken. It's grilled chicken, so I guess it's normal to have some blackened parts, but I personally don't like this on any chicken or meat. Portion was good, it was a nice sized sandwich. This is the second banh mi sandwich I've had in Astoria. I would be interested to try the tofu or fish one.

Aya E.

Ordered: Grilled Chicken Banh Mi (~$11): Vietnamese-style lemongrass grilled chicken with mayo, butter, cucumber, cilantro, julienne carrots, and daikon radish served on a toasted French baguette; medium spice Aya's take: I came here on a whim as I drove by looking for something quick to eat to hold me for the next few hours. My order was ready within minutes and the worker was kind enough to bring it to my car right outside of the restaurant. My first impression was the French baguette was incredibly fresh, soft, and even a little sweet. The grilled chicken was decent but lacked flavor and there were some fattier pieces that honestly don't belong in a sandwich like this. The real disappoint was with all the toppings. The cucumbers were quite large and overpowering compared to the other toppings. There was literally 1 cilantro stem in the whole sandwich, which is a bummer because I love cilantro in a banh mi. I could also barely taste the daikon radish. And even at the medium spice level, it wasn't spicy so if I suggest going for a higher option if you want a bit of a kick. All in all, it kept me full for a couple hours but honestly wasn't super satisfying or on par with other great banh mi sandwiches I've had.

Nikki C.

The air is getting chilly and we turn to our jackets to salvage in the ball of warmth. Finding a pho spot nearby Astoria is quite a challenge however we stumbled across this local spot. My friend and I ordered the beef pho and her husband ordered the pork banh Mi. We also shared fried shumai for the apps. Starting with the pho, the noodles were cooked perfectly and blended well with the broth itself. The beef balls were interesting as I never really had that in pho before! The broth itself is refreshing and not too bold/deep. We also ordered Thai iced tea & the lychee soda. I'm a big fan of sparkling water so this side really hit the spot. The service itself is friendly and attentive and wants to serve you wholeheartedly ing. I definitely will be coming back to try the banh mi's for myself.

8. Shrimp Shumai, 38. Mixed Vegetable Pho

Science S.

I'm really impressed! The food is amazing and the delivery is extra amazing! Looking forward to ordering again soon thank you!! The first time I ate at this place was in person and I knew it was good! Cute on the inside, true Vietnamese gem!

32. Grilled Chicken Pho 6. Pork Dumpling 8. Shrimp Shumai 4. Crispy Spring Rolls

Naomi R.

Amazing Service Delicious Meal Hip Ambience Everything Fresh Awesome Playlist Highly recommend

Amara V.

The interior is pretty. The food presentation was good, but quality of the food itself could be improved. I ordered a bowl of pho, but the broth was very lackluster. The meatball was not good either, I couldn't finish it because it tasted gross. I'm reluctant to try other items on the menu.

Brianna T.

I came here with my best friend for my birthday and the food was sooooooo good! We both loved the fried squid which we knew we would because we love calamari, so I recommend ordering that! We also got the tofu and fried fish banh mis. The tofu one wasn't as good as the fried fish one so I recommend getting the fried fish one. The service was great no complaints, we were served in at a nice pace and our food was brought out promptly. The space is clean and inviting, as it's easy to overlook this place but I recommend you stop in and get their banh MIs!!! I'm excited to try more from your menu. Thank you guys for my amazing birthday lunch with my bestie! Keep up the great work!

Stephanie C.

Ordered this for delivery and the sandwich came still piping hot which was a great sign. The baguette itself was fantastic because it was still warm and soft. The bbq pork had good flavor but I also felt they drenched it in Sriracha and maybe additional soy sauce which made it quite salty. The sandwich was good but left more to be desired. I think the portion was a little on the smaller side. No cucumbers or jalapeños that typically comes with a banh mi either.

Joyce C.

The first time that I had Lotus1, I had a Pork Banh Mi to-go. I don't know if I was overly happy about having a Vietnamese restaurant within walking distance, and not having to take the train to Jackson Heights or Elmhurst. The sandwich tasted great. Really liked the daikon & radish slaw and cilantro & the meat had a nice soy lemongrass flavor, very juicy. I've dined in and have had to-go a few orders since then and everything has been underwhelming. Mostly had the Banh Mi (usually pork or chicken). And the Summer Rolls (dine in), which weren't filled with much lettuce carrot or mint, mostly noodle and a few half pieces of shrimp, rolled loosely, served with a flavorless peanut dipping sauce. For $9.00! I really wanted a mint item on a hot summer day! The times that I've waited for an order or dined in, I kept hearing the beep of a microwave. I'm not sure, but it seems like most of the food is prepared at that small counter behind their folding screen, I didn't hear any sizzle of grilling meat from any kitchen! I'm pretty sure that it's cooked in either a microwave or a convection oven. The pork has been more grisely lately and thr meat DOES have that texture of "microwaved meat"! Place is super cute on the inside, and you can tell that they put a lot of thought into interior design - even with the bathroom. I definitely want to steal some of those ideas for my place. It's a nice cute place for a group dinner or even a date, but the food is just very disappointing. Their staff is really nice, but I have to remember not to return there, because each time I'm still disappointed. And it's $11 for a Banh Mi. I'm assuming that their Pho broth is made from the Pho broth seasoning powder that you can buy at the Asian market. Most of the staff are Fujianese Chinese, not that it matters, but it may in paying better attention or having better ownership over the quality of the dishes.

Kristine N.

Cozy spot past Steinway! Small, no frills restaurant with friendly staff. Plenty of vegan options on the menu! I ordered the pho with vegan pork- the staff made sure to double check I also wanted vegan broth which was a nice touch! The bowls are HUGE and they don't skimp on the fillings. I would probably ask to add some more veggies though because there weren't really any there by default. The basil ginger lemonade was refreshing as well.

Noelle D.

*Edited to add they called us back after hanging up on us to apologize and correct our order. The food was okay, but unfortunately I don't think we will be returning. Went from 1 to 3 stars since they fixed our order We ordered take away. Two grilled pork pho. They sent us this. Not sure what it is, but it is not meat. Think it's fish and tofu? We've ordered this several times over the years, so we know what to expect. Called to have the order corrected, and was met with resistance and disbelief. They won't send us the corrected food. Very unhappy. Their food was generally delicious, so only order in person if you want to enjoy it

David G.

Always looking to try more Vietnamese food and saw this had good ratings in Astoria. Really underwhelmed, the Thai tea was the best thing out of my meal. The rolls were small and not filled with much, as you can see from the picture and seemed doused/wet as it looked like it was vacuum sealed. The pho had a weird taste and really no flavor to the broth-the meat was also not typical or what I've experienced before...even with all the condiments added. I ordered banh mi too and it was mostly 50% carrots-it was decent but not sure if I would come back. Maybe it's good for being one of few Vietnamese restaurants but not my taste.

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Chaka Ale G.

6 years ago

The best dumplings and banh mi sandwiches in Astoria. I've had the same type of sandwich from bye boat, was disappointed.

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Mark C.

9 years ago

Excellent and authentic banh mi, and props for so many awesome meatless options. Note to people ordering pho for delivery and getting all upset when it's not perfect: it's your fault. You know pho is not a delivery-friendly dish, and never will be. read more

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Terry C.

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7 years ago

Great delivery spot. Super fresh and fast. Wonder Pho and Banh Mi. Very good bubble tea and Viet coffee as well. If you live in this area this must be in your rotation, especially in the winter! read more

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Robert M.

6 years ago

Love this hole in the wall! Been to Vietnam once and got hooked on their food and was so glad to have found this place in Astoria. Very authentic and tastes just like it did in Vietnam! read more

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Andrew S.

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5 years ago

The steamed pork dumplings are soooo flavorful! The bahn mi was great!!!!! Delivery was insanely fast. I'm very impressed and will definitely be ordering here again soon! read more

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Andre D.

6 years ago

Decided to try this spot at random while waiting for my computer to be fixed at a repair shop near by. 5 out of 5. Food very fresh and tasty. Will be back Had the pork dumplings and grilled pork sandwich. So good! read more

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Jason S.

4 years ago

The food was delicious and the service was fantastic! Definitely recommend the vegan pork bahnmi- perfect blend of sweet, sour, and spicy.

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Sarah S.

7 years ago

Best Bahn mi sandwich I ever had in NY! There are so few places that make them and make them well. I'm definitely going to come back now that I've found this place :) read more

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Calvin C.

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10 years ago

I want to like this place...I really do. When there is only one other restaurant that serves Vietmanese in the area(District mot), the neighborhood really needed a place like this; a casual non- pretentious place to get a bowl of hot/quick pho...much like the places in Flushing. Sadly this place missed the mark in terms of the main attraction; the pho. Pho broth offers a ton of rich flavors stemming from the spices,bones, and beef it is supposed to be slowly brewing in. As many might know, it is brewed for 8 to 9 hours, which is what makes this a dish so addictively good and something very hard to mark at home. The pho from here didn't offer any of that. From the wrong noodles, to the chicken noodle soup type broth I was disappointed. Next time around, I will try my next favorite Viet dish; the pork chop on rice and update this post. read more

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Steve C.

9 years ago

Great bahn mi sandwiches around the Astoria hood. I got the grilled pork with papaya salad and both were great. read more

Lotus 1 - grilled pork~ - Vietnamese Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Mitch F.

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7 years ago

Great place for what it is, very tasty sandwiches and Pho and the veggie fake meats are all tasty too. I like the fake pork Bahn Mi, the sauce is tangy and fake meat is a good texture compared to the crunchy vegetables and bread. (Doesn't taste like pork, but is good) Not a fancy or sit down place, but great for take out or a quick after work grab. I order from here regularly. read more

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Mustafa S.

8 years ago

My first time eating pho. I got shredded chicken and was being coached by my friend how to eat it. Pretty good,I'm not a huge soup guy but I liked it. He loved it and the sandwich he got. His experience tells me this is up there in Vietnamese food plus price is nice so I gave it full 5 stars. read more

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Harrison L.

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9 years ago

Vermecelli "salad" with pork - 5/5 Classic sandwich 4/5 Delivery time 5/5 Looking forward to making this place a part of my usual places to order. I'll just note that the banh mi gets 4/5 because they forgot the jalapeños, there wasn't enough cilantro and I couldn't taste the pate but was still pretty darn delicious. I'll just make a note next time to hopefully get extra of those ingredients. The bread is spot on and better than most banh mi places. read more

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Eleftheria K.

6 years ago

I was pretty disappointed upon trying the Pho here. i expected a very authentic pho, but it was very subpar lacked flavor. The broth reminded me of campbell's chicken noodle soup. read more

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Thom D.

10 years ago

Great food! I've also got delivery several times since they opened. Couple things: A). When you deliver PLEASE separate the basil and sprouts from the hot meat (or meat substitute). Everything ends up wilted... B). Spend a couple bucks ($$) on the interior design of the restaurant. It took me a while to go in because the place looks very cheap. It looks exactly like the business that previously occupied the space. They did nothing but tape up new signs on the windows. It still has the old businesses name on the top of the building... LOSE THE ORANGE! read more

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First off, I'm a fan of vietnamese food, and there aren't too many options in Astoria. There is District Saigon (aka District Mot) which is my fav place however it's pricey. For a cheaper option (which is roughly half the cost) we went with Lotus 1... We ordered takeout: - The summer roll which was good - Grilled Chicken on rice - which was pretty good, but needed more of the condiments like scallion oil and daikon radish and it also included a lot of rice - at least enough rice for 2 people. - Shrimp bun (rice noodles) - which also was pretty good and huge portions. Overall it's not the greatest place, but it's great fast vietnamese food that if you don't want to spend a lot or travel down to Flushing or Chinatown this would be the best option. read more

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Ami P.

5 years ago

This is my favorite go-to takeout spot in the hood. I love their Vietnamese coffee as well as their food.

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Laura B.

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10 years ago

I'll come back here PHO SHO (get it?!). Fantastic beef pho ordered via seamless. It was earlier than the 30-40 minutes estimate. Please ignore my bad pun. read more

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Mirecatt M.

7 years ago

Ordered the grilled chicken pho!! It was amazing. So flavorful and came nicely packed. The grilled chicken is delicious and the broth!! Definitely try it. read more

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Jessie R.

10 years ago

Ordered delivery from here on Sunday, in response to the *thrilling* news that a new Vietnamese spot just opened in the neighborhood. We ordered the vegetarian tofu sandwich and pho with beef. Dinner for two and our subtotal landed at under $20 with tax and tip, pretty hard to beat. However, there's cheap food, and then there's good food. Lotus 1 turned out to be both! The sandwich contained all the classic elements of a banh mi: pickled carrots and daikon, cilantro, jalapenos, and I believe some cucumber. I ordered the sandwich without butter and mayo, but the restaurant was kind enough to sub a side of both chili sauce and some kind of tamarind paste. The sandwich was the perfect portion size and the bread was good, although I do wish it had been toasted as advertised. The flavor on the tofu was mild but still present. I was curious about the other vegetarian options on the menu (chicken, beef, etc.), but stuck to tofu to play it safe for a first-time order. The pho was an enormous portion size, arriving in two containers: one large bowl filled to the brim with broth, and a standard takeout box with noodles, veggies, and pork. Good pho hedges on good broth, and theirs was pretty solid. Our only major qualm with this place was how long delivery took. Our food arrived close to 30 minutes late, but in light of the inclement weather from over the weekend, we were hardly bothered. I am still so happy that the prospect of ordering banh mi for delivery exists now, and I know this place will work its way into our regular rotation for the future. It's not the best, but it's very good for the price. read more

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Juan K.

7 years ago

I always go for the classic Vietnamese sandwich. One of the best I know. I always order take out. Never disappointed.

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Bryan P.

7 years ago

My favorite Vietnamese restaurant. Yes, they are not super great like ones in Manhattan and expensive. But, look the price, and they are the only Vietnamese restaurant in Astoria(as I know). I never been there but order for delivery all the time. The noodles become a bit ridged when I get delivered(either Pho or Vermicelli), but I do understand it since it's rice noodle and it takes some time to get delivered. I give them 5 stars, because they deserve it. :) read more

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Sana A.

6 years ago

Regularly order for delivery from here. Delivery is on time and comes steaming hot. I always get the beef pho and it hits the spot. highly recommend. read more

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Ny'ker C.

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8 years ago

Thank God this place is around. I mean I can't always run off to Chinatown for affordable Viet. I like their teas the best. They have soymilk and their teas tastes better than anywhere else. The best Taro and Thai Ice Tea. Wish they had more appetizer selections though. Pho broth is very nice but the meats are not the best I've ever had. read more

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Kelly M.

8 years ago

Love this place, decent inexpensive banh mis! Great Vietnamese ice coffees!! Always on time or early!

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Hyo J.

7 years ago

one of the worst service that I have ever experienced . order didn't come over hour and they keep complain about I didn't pick up the phone even though I asked please ring the bell. after I called the restaurant they said just do not order from us anymore which is just unexpectable service. YES clearly I will never order from this store. They just made my day. What kind of restaurant manager or owner say "do not order from us anymore? " this is just ridiculous. read more

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Madeline L.

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6 years ago

The perfect dinner for a cold, snowy night! I got the vegetarian pork pho with vegetable broth and the Lotus Roll appetizer delivered. The food came on time and was still hot. The vegetarian pho broth was so flavorful and a little bit spicy. Also, the price was so reasonable for the portion. Will definitely be ordering again! read more

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Glenda L.

9 years ago

It's in a quiet corner of 42nd and 31st Street and doesn't look busy but the foods are good and affordable, they're simple and fresh which is healthy choice, I love their Vietnamese coffees, thai tea and bubble teas! read more

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Ashish A.

10 years ago

It's not pho bang but it's good enough for me. I say good enough knowing there's no other Vietnamese restaurant in Astoria. A welcomed addition to the neighborhood. P.S. Strangely enough, try their bubble tea ! You won't be disappointed. read more

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Daniel L.

7 years ago

They make really good Vietnamese sandwiches here and we've been ordering from them for years. Not sure why they still haven't removed the signage on the building of the previous restaurant "Akros" though read more

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Jorge T.

7 years ago

This place has amazing PHO. And pan fried dumplings. Every time i order food, it is always on time. Can't complain good food, good service and a very comfortable environment!! read more

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Vanesa L.

6 years ago

I love their sandwiches and soups! They are fast to deliver. Every time I ordered It was a good experience. I will recommend them strongly !!!! read more

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Paige G.

7 years ago

I LOVE THIS PLACE!! The food is delicious and they have lots of vegetarian options. I think about their vegetarian pork sandwich often. One of my favorite places to eat in Astoria! read more

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Natalie E.

9 years ago

My cousin and I went here, famished, ready to get some delicious pho and we were not disappointed. We both got beef pho, spring rolls, as well as taro bubble tea. The beef pho came with, not only strips of beef, but meatballs as well. The meatballs were okay, I personally didn't like them. The spring rolls were good and had a fresh taste. The bubble tea was also excellent. Although the pho was a bit tasteless, you may add your own sauces and it was an overall very good and filling meal. I would definitely go back with friends. read more

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T W.

9 years ago

The pho delivery looks frightening in the reviews below, so I never ordered it. (Anyway it's hard to do pho delivery right.) BUT this is a 5 star review for the banh mi sandwiches! Whaaaaaaaaat's up Lotus 1, I'm the customer who gets 1 grilled pork sandwich + 1 traditional sandwich once a week on Seamless. Delivery is consistent and fast, and the food arrives warm and the toasted bread is still nice and toasty soft. Mmm. I also get an order of garden spring rolls (not the fried kind), but really I only use them as an edible utensil for that peanut sauce they're served with. Mmm. Yusssss. Like another reviewer said, they put the right vegetables on their banh mi sandwiches, and the vegetables are perfectly pickled. This is the real deal. read more

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Emma Y.

9 years ago

The Vietnamese ice coffee is not the best I've ever had but it was average, and the garden rolls weren't exceptional but perhaps that's because I caught them towards the end of the night- however the real shine is deservedly placed on their Vietnamese sandwiches, and I'm a sucker for a good sandwich. First off, they have lots of non-carnivorous options. I've been some kind of on and off vegetarian/pescetarian since I was 12 years old and I thought I had tried every faux meat product out there, but Lotus 1's vegetarian spicy pork sandwich was out of this world. Perfect texture and flavor, balanced with shredded carrots, cilantro, butter and mayo, and other toppings, snug inside of a crispy half-baguette. It comes in three options for spice level and I chose the spiciest, so I liked that not only was the faux-pork itself spiced, they added additional spicy sauce inside as opposed to some places that just slap in some hot sauce on bland protein when you choose spicy. I literally had to go back the next day and try their faux-chicken sandwich, which was no less amazing. To address the negative reviews... New Yorkers know you need to exercise common sense with small shops or take your chances. Maybe, if a sandwich purports to have shrimp, lobster tails, and crab in it all for $6 when the area average for a seafood sandwich is $12-25, perhaps it is not the freshest thing on the menu and you should go with something a little more "safe", IE harder to futz up. Don't complain about quality that you aren't willing to pay for. read more

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Jade O.

10 years ago

Food is good but i other "Extra beef $2" but they didn't delivery it but they changed I was so upset it read more

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Steven G.

9 years ago

I've only been here twice and only tried two different menu items. The green papaya salad is excellent and the grilled chicken sandwich dark meat is also excellent. Really really really good Vietnamese sandwiches. read more

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Andrea N.

8 years ago

This is one of my favorite banh mi sandwiches, period. I LOVE this place. I've heard whatever things about the pho and other items but that's not what I come here for. This banh mi sandwich is SO GOOD. I was a vegetarian for a long time and would always get the tofu one but since returning to meat I've done the classic a few times. Honestly, most of the time I still order the tofu one because it's SO GOOOOOOOOD. The slaw is perfect the bread is perfect the spice and the mayo are perfect. The delivery is crazy fast, too! Almost always arrives early. read more

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Mike W.

8 years ago

Pho soup = shit soup Not good No flavor Slow delivery As a pho concise soirée I will tell u this may be the worst spot in the lower 48 You want real pho get on a plane to the motherland read more

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4119 31st Ave
Astoria, NY 11103
Astoria
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Hours

What time does Lotus 1 open?

Lotus 1 opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Lotus 1 close?

Lotus 1 closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Lotus 1 is closed on Tuesday.

Mon, Wed-Sun 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMTue Closed

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Does Lotus 1 take credit cards?

Yes, Lotus 1 takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Lotus 1 have catering options?

No, Lotus 1 does not have catering options.

Does Lotus 1 serve alcohol?

No, Lotus 1 does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Lotus 1 allow dogs?

Yes, Lotus 1 allows dogs.

Does Lotus 1 have TVs?

Yes, Lotus 1 has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Lotus 1 have bike parking?

Yes, Lotus 1 has bike parking.

Does Lotus 1 have parking?

Yes, Lotus 1 has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Lotus 1 have free WiFi?

Yes, Lotus 1 has free WiFi.

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Culantro (Eryngium foetidum)…read more My favorite pho place in Queens switched to culantro from the usual Asian basil as fresh herb garnish. Culantro is a long narrow leaf with sawtooth edges. I haven't seen this in the Northern Philippines. It doesn't look appetizing in this picture but it does taste good, as if the crinkles were intended to make it more flavorful (has to fact check this assumption). I like culantro. This herb is bright, zesty and greatly enhanced the light and clear broth of the pho. A staff member said it's just a seasonal change. The herb for cha gio remains the same, fresh mint. #curious_eater

Usually order the pork chop over rice and ribeye pho when we eat there. Did a take out this time…read moreand ordered two number #25 (large ribeye bowl) to go. Inflation has really taken over at $14 a bowl, for couple pieces of meat and bean sprout. After coming home with the food, opening the bag. To our surprise, the bean sprout were missing, and sauce packs were missing. Service is starting to lack, but the money for the food continues to increase. You really have to start asking yourself, is it really worth what you're paying?

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Spring rolls

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JoJu

My first Banh Mi. My friend from Vietnam took me here and I…read morebelieve it's a good place for me to show a lot of people this type of food. Excellent taste

I absolutely love this place so much!! I came for a quick dinner bite with my friend and the dishes…read morewere mouthwatering. It was my first time trying authentic Vietnamese sandwiches and they were delicious. We got the Beef Bulgogi and Lemongrass Chicken (Beef Bulgogi was my fav) but both were so rich. Of course we had to get their Kimchi Fries which are what dreams are actually made of. Service was great. There are multiple locations but if you're around Elmhurst, Queens definitely check it out if you have the chance. You won't be disappointed! One of my favorite obsessions right now.

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#2B Lemongrass Chicken Bowl. Don't forget the Onsen Tomago!

Loaded JoJu Banh Mi Fries ($6)

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#6 Kakuni Pork Belly Banh Mi. Look at that Runny Egg! PC: @iiamjelly from Instagram.

Pho Best III

Pho Best III is a Vietnamese restaurant that has built a following on generous portions and a menu…read morethat covers more ground than just pho. I walked in on a casual weeknight, and the space felt straightforward, the kind of neighborhood spot that focuses on the food rather than the decor. I started with the spring rolls, which are a consistent standout and worth ordering. They came out fresh and well packed, a solid opener. I also ordered the Vietnamese iced drip coffee, which was done well, not overly sweet, and paired nicely with the meal. Portions across the board run large, noticeably so. I realized quickly that sharing a few dishes between two people would have been a reasonable approach, but I ended up with more than I could finish on my own. The pho itself was alright, though I noticed it was not as warm as I would have liked, and the broth came across a little flavorless. A bowl that comes out hot makes a real difference in the experience, so if yours arrives lukewarm, flagging it early rather than eating through it is worth doing. The noodles and meat portions were generous, but the temperature and broth depth held the dish back from being great.

Enjoyed a dinner of regular size #2 pho and a piece of spider spring roll. Three others had pork…read morechop with rice, meat ball pho and a big #1 pho with bone marrow. The pho came with sides of bean sprouts, fresh basil and lime wedge. I enjoyed my pho but wouldn't order the spider (fried soft shell crab) roll again. Not enough flavor for the roll even with the peanut sauce. Service was attentive (several refills of tea) and friendly. The place felt clean and not too noisy -- this was on a rainy Satuday night. Not sure if it gets really crowded and noisy on weekends generally.

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Beef Ball Pho & Tea with condensed milk

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Beef and Pork.

Huong Xuan

4.5

(23 reviews)

1.6 mi

Vietnamese restaurant with a pretty diverse menu, offering a lot of traditional dishes beyond just…read morepho. The restaurant is right across the street from the 74 St/Roosevelt Av Station connecting to LaGuardia Airport, making this a convenient stop prior to taking the shuttle to LGA. I picked up a banh mi to take to go. The bread was toasted as well. Given that I didn't eat the sandwich until almost an hour later, it was still very good. There was a generous amount of cold cut meats, pate, and mayo inside. Overall I was very happy with my order and hope to stop by again to dine in and enjoy the rest of the menu!

We made a quick stop in Queens and while we were here we thought of finding a place with some…read morereally good pho. You never expect to find it here yet, here we are, at Roosevelt Ave. in Jacksonville heights, Queens with some REALLY good pho! My fear got the best of me and prevented me from going a more "exotic" route and thus I went with a simple pho with rice noodle and beef. Yet simple this was not this broth had such tremendous flavor without the need to compromise it with any additional toppings/add ons. Though I haven't ventured too much out here with Vietnamese pho I have tried several and can confidently say this is the BEST one I've had yet! Combine that with amazing prices and welcoming service, we gladly have a restaurant that we will visit everytime we're in the area from now on.

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$12 Bun with Pork Chop (chill noodle salad with lemongrass pork chop)

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The lemongrass Pork Chop! Thin, tender, flavorful

Summer

I got the premium ramen noodle soup with crystal noodles. It's hard to find crystal noodles aka…read morepotato noodles outside of hotpot places. I just wished it was the flat potato noodles but it still tasted delicious nonetheless. My wife got the signature spicy hot noodle soup. It is definitely spicy enough. She said it made her cough with a gleeful smile on her face. The milk tea is good but I wished the boba was a bit softer. The price is decent. It's $30 total. It's comparable to other places. The only minus is I spotted some mosquitos and I wished there was more space.

I found this place on Yelp as I put in places at Elmhurst since I would be in the area around…read morelunchtime time. This restaurant is literally a hole in the wall. They do have a restroom for customers, but bare minimum seating and tables for people to dine in. Don't expect to get any table service, and it's first come, first seating. I saw a lot of supreme stuff all over the restaurant, too. The bike and boxes inside made it look like a warehouse or a large closet, too. It threw me off. You would order and then grab a seat. Someone will bring the food to your table if you're eating there. They do have ac, so that's good if you're trying to escape the heat. My friend and I ate inside and got the summer rolls, which wasn't tightly wrapped, and it was so hard to eat. It came apart right away, which I've never seen happen before. I don't suggest getting it at all. It was too messy to eat, and the ingredients were mainly noodles. I got the taro tea as that doesn't have caffeine inside of it. For my main meal, I got the hot pot noodle soup with a medium spice level with been tendon and fatty beef. The bad part about it was that my stomach hurt after an hour or so. I didn't eat breakfast, so it was definitely a reaction from this meal.

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Classic Sandwich

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Classic Sandwich

Pho 99

The portion of the food is great, and pho is delicious. If the soup can be hotter, it will fits my…read morepreference better. But overall really great dining experience here! It was comfortable to dine in. The staff are all so nice. Kids friendly with high chair provided. Wheelchair accessible.

Spring season 2026 is winding down and summer 2026 will soon commence, but I wanted a mean bowl of…read morePhở, Vietnamese noodle soup for lunch following my doctor visit. I ordered Vietnamese comfort food. I have never travelled to Vietnam, but I certainly enjoy and have an appreciation of international ethnic cuisines. This main course originated in Northern Vietnam. I practiced walking meditation for bodily movement as exercise and attempt for mental clarity from Forest Hills to Rego Park. It was near empty when I entered at 11:30 am on a June Monday. My male server pulled a laminated QR code card from the condiment tray and plopped down instructing me to scan it for the menu. I immediately gave him a wracked with grief and anguish look as scanning such QR codes was during COVID-19 era which now post COVID-19 it is very callous and utter impersonal. My male server retreated to rebuke my anguish look for resilience "we have paper menus" which I gladly viewed after my eyes were intensely examined earlier. I do not want to doom scrolling during my meal including sitting at a restaurant or cafe. Albeit, I would certainly Yelp check-in and take photos during my time in the business. The paper menu is a takeout menu. Facilities are located in the basement with low head room as you walk these steps. It is relatively clean and bathroom sink is outside the toilet area shared by all genders. Patrons can visibly see boxes, shipping crates of their inventory are pipe high disorganized disarray by the bathroom sink foyer. Customer service is average. Flank and Brisket Phở, $17.25 Thinly sliced rare flank and cooked brisket. It is customary accompanied with a separate plate of room temperate Asian bean sprouts with a piece of fresh lime, a staple for Vietnamese Pho. It was served hot, but not piping hot as it should. The broth was very oily and flavorful with onions. The soup broth oil bubbles are very visible for the high level of cholesterol and fat content. The rice noodles were chopped rather than long continuous noodle strains. The meat seemingly appeared semi-cooked as there were noticeable visible pink areas. I preferred if my meat were well done for cooking level. What would "Lisa from Temecula" - Saturday Night Live think if her meat had pink areas for uncooked meat? The character is notorious for ordering her steaks "extra, extra well done." Pho 99 has handheld devices for wait staff to approach customers with credit/debit payment (aka cashless) at the table. There is a 4% discount when payments are cash. I paid in cash, attained the 4% discount and obtained my sales receipt. Dinning tables are modern large dark color, but no table linens. The long booth bench cushion against the wall material appears very worn and dirty. Their disclaimer is written on the utensil wrap "hand-crafted ietnamese noodle soup 100% beef broth, no MSG, fresh house-made noodles." VIETNAMESE is noticeably misspelt, missing the "V." The reverse side has a sketch of Vietnam country map. Inside this utensil wrap contains one gold emblem spoon, black matte lacquer chopsticks, and one napkin. This business is accessible via MTA NYC Transit M, R local trains at 67th Avenue subway station in Rego Park, Queens, NYC. I walked to reach this business for my visit.

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Traditional Bahn Mi

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Grilled Pork rice

Na Rath

4.4

(111 reviews)

2.3 mi

Did ayce. It was amazing and the service was immaculate. The server and chefs were so nice.read more

I came with my mom for her birthday since she wanted Thai food. I took her up on her wish, and…read morefound Na Rath under "hot & new" restaurants. When I saw that it was AYCE Thai food AND sushi?! I was sold. Everything was spectacular from start to finish. We started with the pompano fish with mango salad & the Tom Yum Kung. The fish was crispy and the mango salad was so flavorful. I was impressed with the giant prawns in the soup. Already we were half full finishing the main entrees. For the buffet options, we ordered salmon sashimi, seafood pad see ew, Moo Ping Thai bbq pork, and Nur Yang steak. I would devour everything again except for the steak, which I found bland and not tasty. Overall service was A++. The music playing was fun. I'm very excited for what's to come for this new restaurant. Can't wait to tell all my friends & fam about it!

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Moo Ping BBQ Pork Golden Pompano Fish Garlic Prawn Crab with pepper and basil Crying tiger Steak Seafood Hor Mok

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Thai iced tea , Thai iced coffee.

District Saigon

Amazing dinner! Some of us are vegan. Our non-vegan friends joined us in eating a plant-based meal…read moreand even they raved about the food. And the staff couldn't have been nicer and more helpful.

The pho at District Saigon is top notch. Perfectly balanced flavors with lots of options to choose…read morefrom. The vibe inside is dim and artsy, good spot for a date night. And the wait staff is super patient explaining the menu and attentive.

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Catfish Pho

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Taste Good Malaysian Cuisine

As a Queens Native, this spot is definitely a feel good, taste good spot. As a cash only…read morerestaurant, hidden away from the main streets, Taste Good has many great dishes. Their roti canai is to die for and their Kari laksa is packed with flavors. They typically also give complimentary tea for every table, which is a nice balance to everything you're eating. Given that it was a hot summer day when I had this, I got myself their milk tea which was nice and refreshing. A lot of people typically come here for their lunch breaks alone, and that alone makes it very cozy to be in.

Still holding steady at four stars. There are always a few standout dishes, balanced by some that…read morefeel a bit average. The service is warm and efficient, adding to the overall comfortable experience. The Hainanese chicken could use a touch more seasoning, and the dipping sauce leans a bit too sweet for my taste, but the chicken itself is consistently cooked to perfection: tender, silky, and satisfying. The beef satay is another highlight, well-executed and flavorful. The Singapore rice noodles could use some refinement. They're properly seasoned, but lack anything distinctive to set them apart. The beef chow fun, on the other hand, is done well, the noodles hold their texture without breaking apart, and there's a nice portion of beef. And don't skip the treats at the counter, made fresh daily. The roast pork buns and curry puffs are definitely worth trying.

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Fantastic Four

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#106 Dry Egg Noodle w/ Roast Pork

Hug Esan

Bring cash or pay via Zelle!…read more The ladies who work there are so friendly and helpful with the menu! There are 10 level of spices! So know your spice when you are ready to order!! Such a cute interior, although a bit tight! And would be tough for a big group to get a table! But I want to go back already to try difference dishes!!

A bit different from the Thai food you're probably used to but change is sometimes good!…read moreWe had some of the best fish and chicken we've ever had and also loved the starter salad. Chicken was so so crispy and you could just head the crunch with every bite. Fish was also great and prepared really well. Staff were nice and could help you with recommendations as needed! It's not a huge establishment and is pretty popular so you may want to expect a wait time I believe it's cash only so bring cash!

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Crab Meat Fried Rice

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Crispy Duck Basil Sauce

Comfortland

Perfect example of fast casual done right. Everything is delicious but figuring out what to order…read moreis the hard part. Don't sleep on the chicken biscuit buddy.

Update is needed because they have the Kerri Gold donuts. Is it like biting into butter? Yes! Am I…read moremad about it? Nope! Not in the slightest. And when I saw that they were there after ordering my Three Card Monte Sandwich, I was comforted at the fact that they were able to let me purchase at the register and was able to pack it with my original order. I love this place. I love the fun vibe. But most of all, the food is outrageous but also over the moon delicious. Pro tip: Get the Arnold Palmer slushie. I literally need to get it every time. Especially when it's hot out.

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Inside

White truffle oil with white parmesan cheese on potato tater tots

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Shamrock shake was perfect

Little Flower

First time going to this little restaurant…read more I went for my friend's birthday brunch and I ordered the guava pancakes. The pancakes were delicious, they were light and fluffy and the buttercream added a nice touch to them. The guava flavor paired well with the pancakes. My friends and I noticed that the place gets really full but seems to clear out around 1pm on weekdays. There is a bathroom available all the way in the back which is nice. The workers were friendly, overall great experience. I will definitely be back.

Goodness gracious...not to be dramatic, but their lamb sausage breakfast burrito was probably one…read moreof the best burritos I've had in a while (and my favorite burrito memories are from LA, so that's saying something). First of all... lamb. In a breakfast burrito??? Such a genius idea because where else would someone even think of this? NYC, of course. Kinda sad they didn't have wifi or bathrooms because I'd be staying for hours if it weren't also so packed!

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Shortrib Sandwich

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Breakfast Burrito with Lamb Sausage

Il Nonno

4.4

(60 reviews)

0.8 mi

The best Italian food hands down in NYC! The service is top notch, the ambiance is cozy and very…read moreelegant. They really make you feel like family. And with that being said they only have one chef making all of these amazing dishes come to life, Fernando is a master at what he does and you will not be disappointed! I cannot recommend this place enough! FIVE STARS.

The food was spectacular!! The staff was so helpful and fun to talk to…read more And the food??? Absolutely amazing. We went with my daughter, her husband, and cute baby boy. My daughter's husband also invited his parents. (The sweetest people ever.) We will be coming back soon.

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The bar

The calamari was so crispy and delicious

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Aperol Spritz

Martha's Country Bakery

Martha's is my go to after a nice Dinner. I'm a regular customer who is ADA. The staff are wonder…read moremaking to sit me where I can get to the Restroom. In addition, they have sitting in the covered exterior where there is also access to the Restroom. I'm pretty much addicted to their Cafe au latte and the Berry Napoleon!! So delicious!! There Banana and chocolate chip Bread pudding is also a definite winner! I highly recommend going during early evening hours. You have a better chance at scoring a table and not waiting for a table. Just saying. It's crazy after 10:00pm! But so much fun!! I'm a people watcher and some of the outfits, make up and attitudes are so great!! They come from all over. Martha's Rocks!!

Charming little dessert spot with a cozy vibe…read more So many sweet temptations all around, it was hard to choose a dessert to try. I ended up getting a slice of Tiramisu and one slice of lemon meringue. Both were excellent, but the tiramisu was wonderful. You could definitely taste the coffee in it, and it was rich and decadent. They also offer coffee drinks, but given the recent brutal NYC winter cold, I wanted a hot chocolate instead, which was exactly the warm and comforting drink I needed. I would say around 4 stars.

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Nutella Cheesecake

Martha's Country Bakery Ditmars Menu with Prices (04/20/2026)

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Bakery in general

IBN Hamido Seafood

Was visiting from out of town with a friend back in March and my cousin and his girlfriend…read morerecommended this place for dinner one night. We got in line around 7:30 pm on a Sunday and waited about an hour to order our food and another 20 minutes or so to be seated. You pick all the seafood you want first and how you want it prepared. Once you're seated, you get another menu with appetizers and other cooked dishes. Your seafood gets brought out along with any other dishes you ordered. Everything we got was really good and cooked to perfection. It was such a unique experience as well. There's a reason why the wait for this place is so long and I would recommend anyone to come give it a try!

So, perhaps I'm super biased. I've had exceptional Egyptian seafood. This was not that. It was…read moregood enough. So, perhaps if i knew less, this would be very good. But I found it mostly mediocre. My companions found it delicious. The wait on father's day at 2:30 pm, to just get in and order was over an hour. The food: the best we had was the grilled octopus - it was thinly sliced and mildly spiced, but cooked to perfection. The pasta was also delicious! The fried smelt was very disappointing, no flavor no crunch on the outside. I was told that the scallops and the shrimp were great. They looked great. The appetizers we disappointing. The babaganoush, the tahini, the beets, the eggplant and the salad all lacked flavor. The bread was just heated up pocket pita... the mint limeade was fine. The fries were fine. The service was very attentive, and the decor cute.

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Indoor seating downstairs

Hamido Salad (~$8)

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Scallops

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Le J.

10 years ago

Notice to our loyal customers. We are proud to serve our community for the last 5 years. We appreciate your business ver much. We've have noticed that there is a copy cat that stole our concept and open a shop called "Lotus 1" we just want to inform our loyal customers that we are not affiliated with this shop. The quality and service will not be the same and we will be taking legal action against the individual that is stealing our brand. Further, we will continue to strive for top quality food and service at our shop. On that note we thank you for your continuous support of Lotus. read more

Jim P.

10 years ago

Very excited to have a Vietnamese place in the neighborhood. Their banh mi is great. Hopefully the delivery issues I'm seeing from other reviewers are just because they are so new. Hope they stick around since this has been a pretty tough location for other businesses. read more

Fang L.

10 years ago

When they first open I had their passion fruit bubble tea,now it became my favorite! Also try the shrimp rolls ! And the people who working there are very friendly too !My new spot to hung out! read more

Tony L.

10 years ago

This place is good for fresh sandwiches and pho noodle soup. The food had been great.Definitely would go back! My favorite: Fresh mango bubble tea and fresh classic Vietnamese sandwich. read more