This is our favorite Cambodian restaurant. It is authentic, which is clear from the staff and clientele (the local Cambodian community). I found the food to be vibrant and flavorful. This was our first taste of Cambodian food and we are here for it. I have tried numerous dishes at this place. The rural sour soup with catfish is my favorite there. The broth is so vibrant. The kefir lime leaves give it a beautiful aroma and flavor. The sourness of the broth and the umami (probably from the fish/shrimp paste) is a gift that just won't stop giving. The chunks of catfish take this dish up several notches. The greens are also a great addition and they aren't your typical greens you will find in an American supermarket. These are Cambodian greens. I also liked their pickled mustard green soup with pork ribs and chicken lort noodle. The lort noodles had a great snap to them. Quite unique! Cambodian cuisine is a hidden gem and this place is a great place to try this beautiful cuisine. I recommend giving this place a visit. read more

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Service was a bit lacking as they were super slow to take our orders, being our bill or bringing us out to go boxes. Good was okay. We came here primary for some soup since it was so cold but needed up ordering other items to go as well. read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

Seriously good and hearty food options. 4 star cause there was issue with the AC and then the server kept forgetting stuff he himself mentioned he is getting. The pepper sauce in the beef lok lak hits high notes on all fronts. Funny how it took me to my childhood of nowhere close to Southeast Asia though Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand is not like oceans apart. The Phnom Penh noodle soup is great and I am not afraid to say it's way better than the usual pho that we get. The crispy tempura calamari is one of the best I have had although it's a bit chunky and not thin strip as but hey that's how I like it. Definitely coming back to palin plaza for more Cambodian food read more

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I remember red rose was the place to go for mi ga thung special. It def does not taste the same like the past. Everytime I go to Lowell I think about this place but I don't think it's a spot I would return to satisfy my cravings. It was very mid and service was decent. The flavor of the noodles isn't the same so that's a disappointment. I got beef on a stick and that was good. That's why I'm giving it a three star. I think simply Khmer is so much better for authentic Khmer food. read more

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Visited before for the kathew and I enjoyed it. i tried to order two different shakes, but they didn't have lychee or red bean. Not sure if it was just an off day for them or if that is a regular issue, but I ended up getting the avocado shake. It can be difficult to find parking considering the small size of the lot and it is shared with other businesses in the plaza. read more

This place was recommended to me as the number one Cambodian restaurant in Lowell. They have a huge menu and I can see why they have such a cult following. I went with their top requested item, the Lok Lak - Khmer Shaky Beef. Their version has a strong caramelization on the outside (very sweet). The texture was almost like jerky; I'm assuming because they twice cook it for extra flavor. While people seem to love it... I am used to a more juicy bite when I eat Lok Lak and was not a huge fan of the jerky texture. Don't get me wrong, it was still good! The Cha Kroeung had minced chicken instead of the usual chicken morsels I'm used to. Beef sticks tasted like your run of the mill beef sticks. The food here is good, but I wouldn't say best Khmer restaurant in the area. It is a bit overhyped so I kept my rating at a 4 star. I am definitely down to come back and try more menu items to hopefully up my rating! :) read more

I was excited to try out this place after I read that this restaurant was a James Beard semi-finalist. I'm just shocked that a restaurant outside of the Boston (and nearby towns) actually got some recognition. And I mean this in a nice way - I hate that everything is only in Boston! I was in town for a Showcase Cinemas showing, and it felt like a perfect opportunity to finally come here. This restaurant was easily accessible off of Exit 89B on in I-495, and then Exit 5B shortly after. Parking feels a little limited with only about 13 spots shared between the several businesses here. I manage to grab one just as someone was leaving. The restaurant interior felt like a typical hole-in-the-wall Chinese place (okay, I know it's Cambodian). Nothing to write home about. There was plenty of seating available I arrived, and I was sat at a double-booth table. The menu is large and fairly overwhelming, but there are enough pictures for you to point at something that looks good. I was already prepared before arriving here and I knew I had to try the Beef Loc Lac. These seem like steak tips. Small chunks of beef, with a sweet glaze. Delicious. It came with the ubiquitous bowl of rice, and a dipping sauce I was not a fan of. It was very sour which felt like an odd pairing, but that might just be my unfamiliarity with the cuisine's flavor profiles. I mistakenly ordered the fried chicken wings thinking I would be hungry to eat two different dishes. When they arrived, I was already full from the Beef Loc Lac. Oh boy, these wings were deeply crunchy! I didn't detect any notable seasoning, but they were very good plain wings. Overall, I enjoyed my food and hope to come back here again to try out more stuff. read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Fried Chicken Wings - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

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Have to say it's one of the best Cambodian restaurants in Lowell. This place is usually my go to restaurant when I am in the area. Food is very authentic and it reminds me of the great food I eat in Cambodia! read more

Stopped by on a weekend afternoon and it was busy. The restaurant is way bigger than it looks from the outside. The service was slow and inefficient, but friendly once they stopped by. We tried a dry noodle dish with soup on the side and a beef salad. Both were fine, but could have been more flavorful. We also shared a durian smoothie which was very tasty but wayy pricey. No prices on the menu so kinda a gamble... didn't expect $10 for a smoothie though. Overall, an okay experience, but would definitely try other places first! read more

I went to the place in January Food was delicious and amazing Service was good If I could go back to Massachusetts and eat at any restaurant , I would be eating at Red Rose Restaurant read more

Red Rose Restaurant - My food - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

Great local,authentic, Cambodian food as always! Beef loc lac always hits the spot. The noodles (kathew) are a great option as well. read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Beef loc lac with fried rice - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

BOMB. No frills, but they have everything you need. They are allergen-friendly and can modify their soups to not include certain meets/to be vegetarian. The server was patient while I asked my questions and has a good memory because she even brought my friend over a free coke (he's a regular and he normally orders this). The order of chicken wings come with a salt, pepper and lime sauce that goes together perfectly with the chicken. BEST chicken wings I've ever had, hands down and no arguments; they come out piping hot, super crispy and juicy. read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Chicken wings - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

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There's parking only in the front so sometimes parking is a little tricky. Everything here was delicious! Loc lac and kathew kaw ko were our main dishes and they were cooked perfectly. The meat in my soup was so tender and flavorful without being too salty. Crab Rangoons and Thai tea were okay I would probably pass on those next time. Overall very good will be back read more

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Hole in the wall Cambodian joint at Palin plaza with a surprisingly large space inside. Very casual, menu can be daunting but they have a picture book for those not familiar; it lets you see what looks good and order that way. There are no prices in the picture book but prices in the menu you can ask for. Service isn't attentive but is not rude either; it just takes a little patience, so relax and enjoy. The food is outstanding. Hot Wings. Gargantuan wings with sturdily crunchy bumpy exteriors, extremely juicy interiors, and a sauce that blends sweet and heat better than any similar Southeast Asian style wing. Superb. Deep Fried Pork Bung with Pickled Mustard Greens: An assortment of flavors and textures, and the fact that its intestines might scare you, but it's delicious. Best shared with two or more just in case. Very appealing sauce hinting at sweet, but with savory underneath. Sourness of the greens cuts the richness of the protein. Spicy Quail and Lemongrass: A slightly-pricier and more-than-slightly-better version of the traditional Cambodian chicken with lemongrass. More crunch, more flavor. Onions and jalapeños complement nicely. Delicious and great with rice. Rice with Pork Chop: This is actually a misnomer, because it comes with TWO kinds of pork chops. On the plate are chopped fried pork chop chunks, some with bone, all crisp and shiny with a slightly sweet glaze (balanced by seasoning and marinade). In a bowl is another pork chop dunked in a fragrant, herby broth. This one is more subtle, with shred-apart delicate tenderness. Supporting both are a chili sauce for dipping and a small bowl of pickled vegetables. Beef Lort: Rice noodles, neither thin nor thick, with a little chewiness, with bean sprouts, protein, and a light sauce thrown in, like a lo mein. Beef Loc Lac: I think of these as Cambodian steak tips. They're marinated and grilled beef chunks with a light, slightly sweet glaze on top, a little smaller and sweeter here than elsewhere. Tasty. Green Papaya Salad: I ordered it spicy (you get a choice). Lots of heat, lots of herbs, nuts on top, and lots of delightful funk from fish sauce and fermented shrimp. Flanked by cabbage and fresh herbs. Papaya Salad should be a part of any Thai or Cambodian meal. read more

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Good food and Friendly staff. It is hard to find a good Cambodian restaurant near by and this one hit the spot. We will definitely be going back! read more

I've been going to Red Rose, since the early 90s. It was probably first experience with Cambodian cuisine , and I've gone back many times over the years with my children! We all love this place. Their food is authentic Cambodian, and their hospitality is off the charts good. I love their Sach Ko Ang (Lemongrass Beef sticks). And their fried rice is so good. Beef Lok Lak? I cant get it anywhere else that tastes this authentic like my friends grandmothers cooking :) Highly recommended. read more

A friend of mine who lived in Lowell recommended this place. It was my first time having Cambodian food and what I can say, it was fabulous! Hands down 10/10. The beef Loc Lak was great and I enjoyed the special noodle soup and eating it with the fried dough stick. My family also got sweet and sour soup and fried tilapia with tamarind sauce which were delicious as well. Would highly recommend all these dishes! The employee was friendly and happy to answer questions and provide recommendation. I would have to say the prices are a little more expensive than I thought but would still come back again! Food: 10/10 Service: 9/10 Experience: 9/10 Value: 7/10 read more

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Got take out for the long drive back to the North Shore. By the time I got home I totally forgot about it and ended up eating it the next day which is not as fair of a judgement on the quality of the food. I had a small seafood noodle soup which came out to $13 with tip. There were large pieces of squid, imitation crab meat, and fish cakes with the noodles. I do wish there were more fresh herbs included but luckily I had some fresh scallions in my fridge to make up for it. The broth is much sweeter and garlicy compared to the Vietnamese pho. I'm not sure I can say I was wowed with the food and therefore am uncertain if it is worth the drive for me to come back. But the staff were friendly and it was a large space with some parking available out front. If I find myself in the area, I would certainly try them again. read more

If you find a roach IN your food, do not walk, run away from the restaurant! Not only are there likely hundreds of cockroaches in that kitchen, but the kitchen staff and management is ambivalent about the problem. Go to another restaurant where they pay attention to the food being served. read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Yikes...roach leg in my mekathung! - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

Food was okay, service was quick and friendly and the dining area and seats spacious. read more

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This place looks dingy, but their food are delicious. We tried couple of things from menu and its a success. The music in the restaurant is pretty loud and because its in their language not only we dont understand it, but its also weird read more

It's was good just like any other Cambodian restaurant good staff cozy place would come back for the morning to see how fresh there rice porridge read more

Food and the service were excellent. I had lemongrass chicken and soup and it was really good. The place isn't much to look at and the laminated menu is a blast from the past, but it is well worth it. read more

AWESOME AUTHENTIC pho soup & other Vietnamese/Cambodian dishes. I've been dining here for the past 20 years and although the atmosphere may not a " 5-star" setting .....but it' is clean. Food IS as authentic as it can be!!! Staff is friendly and service is FAST!! Being 1/2 Thai -I'm a critic when it comes to Asian cuisine and would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to enjoy delicious food read more

Love love, been eating at this restaurant for 4 years now. The quality is always up there! People are extremely nice. Always feeling happy and full after wards read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Noodle soup - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

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Pricing and portion sizes at this little eatery are good. The chicken broth soup was sweet and not really to my liking. read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Red rose noodle soup - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

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My parents favorite place to go for pho. It's good location and food is delicious. Service is good

Excellent spot for Cambodian food. From the menu, decor, service, and clientele it is clearly an authentic restaurant. Having little experience with the cuisine I asked the server for recommendations and she pointed me to a fried patty appetizer and a house special noodle soup--both excellent. Highly recommended! read more

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"Baby, if you ever make me really mad, just take me here," my girlfriend said. We made a stop here on the way to Portland, and since then, we've been coming back regularly since I haven't found any other place in New England that satisfies my Hu Tieu cravings. Indeed, the Hu Tieu at this place is magical enough to bring peace to all. So what is Hu Tieu? It's a Vietnamese noodle dish with pork broth. However, some places will offer it in a dry form without broth. For those of you more familiar with pho, pho is normally a beef based broth. With Hu Tieu, you get an assortment of seafood toppings such as shrimp, imitation crab meat, and fish balls in addition to your pork. To get an even better experience, ask for the fried dough since it really compliments this dish well. As far as cleanliness and service, the restaurant is ok. Red Rose, I'll be back when I have my next Hu Tieu craving... or if my girlfriend gets mad at me :) read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

I love everything about this place, the food is always flavorful, I love their avocado smoothie, service is great and ambiance is low key.

It was absolutely amazing. We had their Red Rose soup, and we were wanting more because it was sooo delicious! The staff were really attentive and kind. read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

SEASONED! First time having Cambodian food, and boy was it AMAZING! Loc Lac with rice and a HUGE side of hot wings. Everything is so well seasoned with new flavors (for me) and cooked to perfection. Loc Lac was slightly crispy and juicy, with a peppery (not spicy) sauce for dipping. Chicken wings were very very crispy and very meaty with a sweet and mildly spicy sauce (think sweet chili sauce, but better). Will be going back next time I'm in town for sure! read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Spicy chicken wings - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

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Good Cambodian food! Good servings and reasonably priced. Looking for something unique and this restaurant fitted the bill! Will return. read more

This is a good Asian restaurant really good pad Thai and fried rice. Their chicken wings don't have much flavor but their hot wings are good

Every time I came here I am never disappointed. Authentic Cambodian Cuisine. Friendly and clean. read more

Red Rose Restaurant - Stir fry chicken with lemon grass. #13 delicious - Cambodian Near Me - Lowell, Massachusetts

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First thing you need to know is that there are no prices on the menu. You have to ask the cost of each item by pointing to a photo. Even after getting the cost, we were overcharged. Owner claimed we must have also ordered take out. We did not. Bill was adjusted, but still wrong. Rating is based on food, not service. Good hot wings and spring rolls. Will definitely have waiter write down cost of items next time. This practice leads me to believe prices vary depending on clientele. read more

I'm always gonna stop by I love it here been going for over 10 years! I have nothing bad to say love it

Quality of food is still good, but the pricing is crazy' two rice dishes just cost me $35 dollars and it wasn't even seafood or anything special. Ordered a beef lol lac with white rice, and grilled chicken with fried rice. I asked if the soup came with it, that would normally come with it, but the waiter said no. Only if you eat dine in, then you would get it for free. If I wanted the soup it would've been an additional $2 more. Crazy. I really hate that they just don't update their prices on their menu. read more

The food is great the service is impeccable oh did I mention the food!!! And the setting is quaint

Man, I have no idea of where to start. The food was fine. Decor was fine too. We ordered fish with ginger sauce. If you look at their menu, nowhere on their menu states that it contains pork. We already told the server that we don't eat pork--yet he failed to notify us that this dish has pork! We asked the lady why does the sauce contain pork and no one notified us. We politely asked if we can get another sauce. She became combative, aggressive and argumentative. She said she will charge us. She even gave us an attitude and said "everywhere will put pork!" No, lady. They don't. In my entire 30 years of life, whether, Cambodian, Thai or Laos, they don't put that in the ginger sauce! By the way, price on the menu isn't what you'll be paying. Blatant FRAUD. First and last time for us. read more