This place is a gem!…read more Our problem is that each dish is better than the next. We think we know what we want to order when we walk in. But, we'll see something new on the menue, and it then becomes our new favorite. ANYthing we order has been outstanding. The service is very friendly and very helpful. They are very accomodating. The atmosphere is not fancy, but it is clean. While eating there, I always say. "I can't wait to come back." Just writing this review is making me yearn to eat there now, and I just ate there two days ago. If you have a favorite Asian restaurant that is different from Old Town Taste, I challenge you to try this restaurant. I am confident it will become your new favorite. Pro tip: Become a member, if they ask you.

My family just moved to Arizona from California and we were looking for a new Chinese spot, which I…read morethink we have with this restaurant :D My parents have been here a few times and then took me when I came to visit. Parking was a breeze and seating was spacious. I like the interior a lot and the service was quite good (seeing that it was only one person taking down the orders and cleaning! very fast for that). For the food, we ordered chicken fried rice, fragrance tender beef, fish-flavored eggplant, boiled fish with pickled cabbage, and dry fried green beans. All of these dishes were yummy, in particular, my parents love the boiled fish with pickled cabbage and fragrance tender beef. I do think there is solid sichuan spice flavor. This is a great place to get Chinese food in Arizona :) **something to note, there might be a heightened salty flavor in some dishes so be wary haha We always visit!

Placed a Door Daah order with hunger and a profesaional commitment to not leave the house,…read moresponsored by being burnt out on every level plus three. Shortly after placing the order food arrived hot, nicely packaged, with everything that was needed. Loved the Singapore noodles with shrimp - mild was flavorful and excellent on every bite; hot and cold (portions allowed multiple meals from each order. Would happily order again from here. Keep up the yummy flavors!

I ordered the Mapo Tofu and Shrimp in Lobster sauce. The mapo tofu was different instead of ground…read morepork they put in Diced bbq pork and the sauce was sweet and spicy. Which I thought was a very good combination. It was different and good to me. The Shrimp in Lobster Sauce was a bit soupy yet tasty, I am used to seeing smaller shrimp but, the larger shrimp were tasty. And the order was ready before I arrived to pick it up. I got both to be able to eat over the rice they provided. And when I ate the leftovers the next day, they both tasted a bit better. Thank you

I recommend to anyone in Gilbert who eats panda/pei Wei because this is 100x better!! Family…read moreowned/ran I am pretty sure I don't know why it's never packed because seriously the best orange chicken and teriyaki Iv had The portions are MASSIVE. For such little cost in this economy easily gets 2-3 meals out of one order. Very fresh and fast!!!

Our friends have been on a mission to find the best Asian food in the East Valley for over the last…read moreyear and discovered they were all basically the same until we found this restaurant. It is superior to the other places we have been! The 4 of us each ordered a separate dish to try and every dish was outstanding! We actually could not come up with any type of critique whatsoever. The portions were large enough for leftovers the next evening. The ambiance is nice, comfortable and appealing. Although it is a strip mall setting did not feel like one. The service was excellent. The staff was available when needed but not obtrusive. They were kind and friendly and seemed happy to be there. Without a doubt we will be returning here!

A Mesa Asian District Gem Worth Seeking Out…read more Asian Cafe Express is a lovely strip mall gem near H-Mart in Mesa's Asian District, and after 21 years in business, it clearly has a loyal following for good reason. We brought in a fresh lobster from H-Mart to try their "bring your own seafood" cooking option and chose the garlic onion stir fry preparation. It's $14.99 for anything under 2 lbs and $7.50/lbs for anything over. It came out excellent, served over crispy egg noodles with classic Asian flavors and plenty of wok-fired goodness. We also enjoyed the Peking pork ribs, which were deboned, tasty, and slightly sweet; the stir-fried green beans, which were fresh and well prepared; and the garlic spicy chicken wings, which were especially flavorful and highly recommended. The red bean drinks were traditional and satisfying, with soft, nicely soaked mung beans and no milk. Service was friendly, efficient, and personal, handled by a couple of ladies who clearly know the restaurant and their customers well. While we were there, plenty of regulars came in for takeout and several tables were happily dining in. Overall, we really enjoyed Asian Cafe Express and were surprised we had not stopped in sooner. Highly recommend, especially for the "bring your own seafood" cooking option and the garlic spicy wings. We will definitely be back.

I live out of state and my daughter takes me when I visit. 6 months after our first visit, they…read moregreeted me and remembered conversation we shared the first time! They knew I was "mom" visiting and treated me and my family like royalty! I watched as they greeted everyone with kindness and it was clear they have many regulars! My daughter is now one of those regulars, and honestly, they are so kind to her and I'm grateful they treat her like family. Four years since that first visit, we gave her a choice of any cuisine for her graduation party. She didn't hesitate and requested they cater. The food was outstanding and they surprised us with dumplings as well! The quality and quantity of food was outstanding, we had many compliments and just enough leftovers for lunch the next day! I recommend everyone stop in and give it a try, you won't be disappointed!

Had lunch here and it was about a 10 min wait to get in. There is an iPad at the front door to put…read moreyour name on the wait list. Small footprint in the Mekong Plaza. Ordered the pork and chives dumplings, XLB, and Beef chow fun. Service was expedient and waters were already preset on the table. There was a QR code on the table that allowed you to order online or if you waited a few more minutes, server will come over and take your order. All of our food came fast... within about 10-15 min. Chow fun had the wok hay ( wok air that makes food taste good) and thick slices of velveted beef slices. Pork and chive dumpling and XLB were juicy and moist and delicious with the ginger black vinegar chili oil sauce. I really like the food here and staff moves fast. Great place for a quick lunch.

Great little dumpling place!…read more The place is small, with limited seating, so be prepared to wait a little, though we didn't wait long! Maybe 20 minutes? The staff was all really friendly which surprised me because I swear they never stopped! They were busy but still kind and attentive! We ordered the spicy dumplings and the Hong Kong Fried Rice! The Boas were good, but the dough was a little thicker than I'm used to. So I felt full rather quickly! The fried rice however, 10/10 NO NOTES!!! Best fried rice I think I've ever had!! Totally worth the drive. Will be back for sure!!

6/6/26 Lunch run…read more Atmosphere 5/5 Small Chinese Kitchen and Clean comfortable dining room. Service 5/5++ Service was great as usual. Ana the Mgr & server is always a great host to her customers. Food 5/5 ++ Our food selections were excellent. Stater was an order of fried spring rolls. Entrees included one order of shrimp egg foo young, vegetable egg foo young and the Singapore twice fried noodles which came with beef, pork and chicken protein combo. Too much food so there's another meal that came home. Come by and say hello to Ana and give Grace Garden a try-SYOY!

This is an absolute gem, a small storefront in a shopping mall where you can get takeout or sit…read moredown to eat. This place is nothing fancy, but that doesn't matter when you find something authentic! The food is incredible - not too oily, and I appreciated that the fried rice comes in two portion sizes. It came out quickly and the plates are generous for a reasonable price - a great deal. I'll be back again for sure!

The menu was extensive and everything we ordered was excellent. Service was friendly and food was…read moreout quickly. Highly recommend!

Great tasting food and are happy to make it how you want…read more Service is Amazing. Establishment, is very clean but limited seating. They're working hard and are very kind and food comes out very hot and tasty . Come check them out!

12/29/25 Dinner out before shopping at Costco…read more Parking 5/5 What a surprise but I guess the holiday crowds have retreated, l found a spot immediately. Atmosphere 5/5 Always well kept and nicely appointed Resturant. Service 5/5 This a a great table service restaurant. Three people were serving tonight, We had new server for the first time, She joined their team two months ago. Very pleasant and good service throughout our meal. Both Jun and Iris stopped by to say hello! Lei the manager was busy in the kitchen tonight so we missed seeing her. Food 10/5 My rating is based on dining at the valleys top traditional Chinese restaurants from the Phoenix Central corridor, Scottsdale to east Mesa, I love them all however this little gem the Lotus Garden stands tall among the all! Our Sweet and Sour pork, vegetable fried rice and egg drop soup were excellent as is everything we've tried on their surprisingly large menu. Enjoy Great traditional Chinese cuisine my friend-SYOY!

oh yeah, 5/5!! i had the general tsao chicken(YESSIR!) and the beef and broccoli (my safe choice)…read more thanks lotus garden!