Lucky Lotus
$$ • Thai, Laotian, VietnameseAbout Lucky Lotus
Customers' Favorites
Red Curry Chicken Panang
Rainbow Dream Nam Vanh
Pad Thai with Chicken
Tom Yum Noodle Soup
School Fried Rice
Crispy Rice Wraps
Spring Roll Tofu
Scallion Pancake
Drunken Noodles
Bang Bang Wrap
Lucky Lotus Reviews
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The food here is great and the atmosphere is so fun. Currently, the seasonal menu (winter 2025) has Yo's Wontons which are in an excellent sauce. I also enjoy the bing bing wraps and drunken noodles.
The food here is great and the atmosphere is so fun. Currently, the seasonal menu (winter 2025) has Yo's Wontons which are in an excellent sauce. I also enjoy the bing bing wraps and drunken noodles.
Stellar service, fast turnaround time preparing order on a busy day, excellent flavor on food, wide variety of options (including vegan & gluten free, thank you!) great value. Everything was 5 star
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 8PM 11AM - 3PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 3PM 5 - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 3PM 5 - 8PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 8PM 11AM - 3PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 3PM 5 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 3PM 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Lucky Lotus is a renowned Thai restaurant in Des Moines, praised for its exceptional cuisine and service. The menu features a variety of authentic Thai dishes, including the popular Beef Pad Thai, flavorful Yellow Curry with Chicken, and spicy Krapow | Basil with Chicken. Customers enjoy the generous portions, fresh ingredients, and perfect balance of heat and spice in the dishes. The restaurant's friendly staff is known for their attentiveness, ensuring a welcoming experience for every customer. Recently, the seasonal menu has expanded to include Yo's Wontons in an excellent sauce and the bing bing wraps, which have also received positive reviews. Many customers recommend the Thai Tea and drunken noodles, though they note that the spice levels can be intense, with level 1 being quite spicy and level 2 causing some eye-watering. Lucky Lotus is committed to offering delicious vegan options, with favorites like the zen noodle salad. Whether dining in or ordering takeout, Lucky Lotus consistently delivers a delightful dining experience, cementing its status as one of the best Thai restaurants in the city.