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Lotus Restaurant

4.4 (305 reviews)
InexpensiveVietnamese, Chinese
Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Chicken pho

The pho here is amazing. I've never been much of a pho fan but we decided to try this place out because my wife and I were craving a soup type of dinner and decided to give the pho here a try and we ended up going back for more the next day. The host is the chillest guy ever and was very attentive and nice. The prices were very reasonable and the food tasted really fresh.

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Tina H.

I have had lotus Restaurant on my list for years. Lol we finally made it here today Jan 15th 2025. Employees/staff/owners are very friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Inside has a lot of tables. Upon walking in it's a seat yourself where you want and menu's are on the tables. We opted for 2 pho combination large bowls $ 11.50 each. Brisket, flank, steak, fatty flank, tripe, tendon, and meatballs. Decent size with an abundance of meat. Broth is clean just wished it had more of a star anise than beef but it was still yummy. Meats were tender and tasty especially the meatballs which are yummy unlike most pho spots the meatballs are not tasty. (Too chewy) but not here the meatballs are tender. We also ordered a beef banh mi but they gave us chicken but it's the same price $5.50 so no big deal. The banh mi was ok not my favorite but still decent especially for the price. Overall a good spot to grab some grub and friendly service!

Jacqueline M.

So I love this quaint cafe. We entered into another world from San Bernardino. My husband had the Vietnamese coffee and he said it was delish. We just had some appetizers as we needed to just grab a snack. The egg rolls were served with a tasty sauce. They were the perfect kind of crispy. I like the tempura shrimp too. We had the desert snack of friend bananas! All of it was served with a happy smile from the owner. We will be back to try the pho!

This is our go to spot for pho! Very cozy ambiance definitely feels like you're in someone's home enjoying a meal. The family that runs it is so nice it's always the same three people. The gentleman and his wife are so sweet! The egg rolls are amazingly delicious and we get them every single time!

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janessa h.

the best of the best pho cheap! and affordable! The very best Pho ! They dont take apple pay! just card and cash!

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Jeffrey L.

After a long day of snowboarding in Big Bear, we wanted some soup and this was the closest Vietnamese restaurant in the area. It's a pretty busy intersection but it has a small parking lot so you should be OK. We got there around 5:30 and the restaurant was empty, but it felt very homey. The owner and all the staff were very friendly and it felt like I was speaking to my family. They didn't have the Nem Nuong but we ordered the shrimp version instead and it was actually pretty solid! I like the additions of bean sprouts for the crunch. I ordered the Bun Bo Hue and the broth was great. It wasn't the traditional BBH broth with the pork blood, pork feet (which I don't like anyway) and meatball. I think they were catering to the demographics of the area. Plus I was hungry so it was soothing to my soul. My gf and two other friends got the Pho. The broth was really good. I honestly wouldn't mind coming back here more often if I'm in the area. It was only $58 for the 4 of us and hot tea. Food was super cheap (maybe because I always think of OC or LA prices) and service was super fast. Thank you Lotus!

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Aiko M.

The service was great and so was the food. It's close enough to the court house for lunch breaks.

Monica S.

Best Pho and service in all off San Bernardino. An absolute gem! Middle of heat wave or bitter cold winters this place always hits the spot. Place is owned and operated by the sweetest family. Always super friendly and hospitable.

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Reviews are largely positive. Diners highlight the authentic flavorful food, affordable prices, and friendly attentive service. The cozy welcoming ambiance is also appreciated.

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6 days ago

despite their horrible neglectful customer service, the food was good & the prices were great

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1 year ago

Very good food homemade noodles you can add chicken or beef. Nice display of fruits and pastries for dessert. Great service.

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3 months ago

The cost of food is very affordable. The quality of food is good. The service is good

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4 months ago

I come here once or twice a week!! Chicken noodle soup and egg rolls are my go to. Recommended family spot been coming since a kid.

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Pho is amazing! Love this spot. Have gone multiple times. Service is great! Very fast.

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11 months ago

Yummy food for a good price and fast service. The workers were very kind. I would come back again!

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First time trying food was great. next time I will be getting a bigger combo. The Orange Chicken…read morewas crispy n sweet. Chow mein was well season...the picture below didnt do no justice it was packed enough for one person and Im already half way full . This picture was me half way almost finishing it

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