Lotus Express, located at 209 State St, Fort Scott, KS, has quickly become a cherished spot for those craving authentic Chinese cuisine. Promising a delightful experience at a reasonable price, it has amassed rave reviews from satisfied customers. One frequent sentiment is the exceptional quality of their food. "The best Chinese food I have ever had in my life," says customer C.B., capturing the essence of culinary excellence here.
Highlights include their remarkably fresh and crispy chicken dishes, especially the General Tso’s and Sesame Chicken, which are often noted for their perfect balance of flavor and juiciness. Kaci P, one patron, emphasized the generous portions served, alongside delectable sides like fried rice and freshly made Crab Rangoon that always arrive hot and crisp. Another reviewer, Neil Crabaugh, praised the speedy service, mentioning how fast his meal was served, allowing for a seamless dining experience.
Additionally, Andre Guerra commends the restaurant for managing to create a standout fried rice that isn’t overly salty, showcasing Lotus Express's attention to detail in every dish. With a warm and friendly atmosphere, this drive-thru gem seems set to become a favorite for locals and travelers alike. Good food, reasonable prices, and excellent service: Lotus Express checks all the right boxes for an unforgettable meal.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has drive-through
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Lotus Express
C B
Jul 2,2025
I’m not kidding, this was the best Chinese food I have ever had in my life. And at a reasonable price.
Jamie Rogers
Jun 13,2025
I was passing through town and thought I’d give them a chance. The food was delicious and the service was friendly. I’ll be back.
Kaci P
Jun 13,2025
This place is probably the best drive-thru Chinese restaurant my husband and I have been to! The chicken has always been extremely fresh and crispy no matter what time we visit. We like the general and sesame chicken the most. Flavor is delicious and you get a large portion of food. Their rice and crab Rangoon are yummy, too. Service is fast and friendly. We waited about 10 minutes total in the drive-thru line. We will be back!
Neil Crabaugh
Jun 12,2025
Wow. So good. They had food to my table before I got self serve soup and drink. Truly a gem. I am from out of town and will be back every chance I am thru Ft. Scott at feeding time.
Andre Guerra
May 27,2025
This is a hidden gem here in Fort Scott, the sesame chicken is fried to perfection while keeping the chicken juicy and tender. The fried rice is one of my favorites, I don't like a lot of salt in my rice and they've found the perfect balance here, Crab Rangoon were freshly made as well unlike a lot of places that have them sitting around waiting for the consumer to come in. Definitely my new favorite spot and will be coming back again as long as I am in town!
Kaela Rome
Apr 21,2025
Great food and great service EVERYTIME! I love the consistency, a lot of other restaurants in Fort Scott aren’t able to be consistent. The food is always hot and fresh. I’ve also seen them cleaning their kitchen before and they definitely do a very thorough job. I just wish they would get a new drive thru speaker it’s so hard to hear them when ordering.
Lidya Salehe
Apr 12,2025
Amazing food for a small town restaurant. Loved the service. Thank you
Kenneth Coons
Mar 24,2025
Every time I’m close to Fort Scott I start daydreaming of Lotus Express Hunan Chicken! Very good
Reviews For Lotus Express