Lotus Restaurant serves traditional Chinese-American cuisine from its convenient Dunwoody Plaza location on Roswell Road in the Sandy Springs/Atlanta area. This neighborhood Chinese spot focuses primarily on takeout and delivery while offering a small intimate dining area for those preferring to eat in. Known for quick service, lunch specials, and dinner deals that include free appetizers with larger orders, Lotus caters to locals seeking reliable Chinese food at moderate prices. The quiet atmosphere and location next to Publix make this an easy stop for convenient weeknight meals.
Restaurant Menu
Lotus offers an extensive Chinese-American menu covering appetizers, soups, entrees, and combination plates with lunch and dinner pricing.
Appetizers include the Flaming Combo Platter ($11.45) featuring spring roll, chicken wings, fried dumplings, beef stick, fried shrimp, spare ribs, and crab rangoons. Shrimp Spring Rolls ($3.50 for 2), Pork Egg Rolls ($3.20 for 2), Fried Shrimp or Scallops ($5.55 for 5), Salt & Pepper Calamari or Shrimp ($7.50), BBQ Spare Ribs ($7.95 for 4), Beef Stick ($5.55 for 4), and Fried Donuts or Wontons ($4.25) round out starters. French Fries ($2.75) provide a crossover option.
Soups include Egg Drop ($2.65), Wonton ($2.55), Chicken Corn ($5.35 for 2), Sizzling Rice Soup ($5.35), and Spicy Noodle Soup ($8.50).
Popular entrees feature classic Chinese-American dishes. Mongolian Beef receives mentions in reviews. Chicken and Broccoli, Sesame Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken, General Tso’s Chicken, and Sweet and Sour Chicken cover poultry options. Beef with Broccoli, Pepper Steak, and various beef preparations satisfy meat lovers. Shrimp Fried Rice, Chicken Fried Rice, and other fried rice varieties provide starch options.
The menu includes lo mein noodles, chow mein, egg foo young, and pad thai for noodle lovers. Fried prawns and seafood dishes offer ocean options.
Lunch specials provide value pricing during daytime hours, while dinner includes promotional deals: 2 free egg rolls with $15+ orders, free 6-piece chicken wings or fried dumplings with $30+ orders, and free crab rangoon with $20+ orders.
Prices run moderate with most entrees under $15 and the average meal totaling under $30 per person. Portions are described as good-sized, with some reviews noting generous servings.
Ordering and Pickup Options
Lotus operates primarily as a takeout and delivery restaurant with a small dine-in area seating approximately 10-15 people. The intimate setting near the kitchen creates a quiet atmosphere for those choosing to eat in.
Phone: (678) 461-5666 for orders and inquiries
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (some sources indicate 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM) Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM (some sources indicate 11:00 PM) Saturday: 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM (some sources indicate 5:00 PM start) Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM (some sources indicate 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM)
Always verify current hours by calling ahead as schedules vary by source
The restaurant accepts phone orders for pickup and offers delivery with a $12 minimum. Online ordering is available through Grubhub and DoorDash.
Reviews note quick service for takeout – customers report 10-minute waits for fresh, made-to-order food even near closing time. The location next to Publix in Dunwoody Plaza provides convenient parking and easy access.
The staff receives mixed reviews – some customers praise professional, efficient service while others note occasional impatience or communication challenges. Food quality similarly receives mixed feedback, with some calling it their favorite Chinese spot in Sandy Springs while others report inconsistent experiences.
The restaurant accepts credit cards (including Discover and MasterCard), offers booster seats for families, and provides takeout containers for easy transport.
Location & Information
Address: Lotus Restaurant 8725 Roswell Road, Suite J Atlanta (Sandy Springs/Dunwoody), GA 30350
Phone: (678) 461-5666 Website: lotuschineseatlanta.com
Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=8725+Roswell+Road+Atlanta+GA+30350
Lotus Restaurant is located in Dunwoody Place II shopping center on Roswell Road, next to Publix grocery store. The convenient location sits approximately 4.9 miles from Sandy Springs Toyota and serves the Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, and north Atlanta communities.
Complimentary parking is available in the shopping center lot. The location provides easy access from Roswell Road, a major thoroughfare through the area.
Ratings: 3.1 stars on Restaurantji (149 reviews), mixed reviews on Yelp and other platforms. Customer feedback varies significantly – loyal regulars appreciate the convenient location, quick service, and lunch specials, while others report inconsistent quality and service experiences.
The restaurant positions itself as a neighborhood Chinese spot for convenient takeout rather than a destination dining experience. Those seeking quick, affordable Chinese food appreciate the proximity and speed, while diners expecting premium quality may find better options elsewhere in Atlanta’s competitive Chinese restaurant scene.
