Come here for lunch all the time. Bahn Mi’s are really really good!!!
Burak Ozdaryal
Fresh feel and good
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Noah Manternach
This is one of my favorite loop lunch locations. I get a sandwich and chips every time I go and it's consistently good. I've probably been over 20 times at this point. The people working there are kind and efficient. One thing I love about Lotus is that they always play soft jazz ambient music. It just makes for a very relaxing lunch break.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mina H.
Freaking delicious, fast service in the long line during lunch. Decor and tables are cute. Would defo come back for the $12 sub... order thru Yelp in line and make it faster.
Colton D.
First time coming to Lotus and it hit the spot. The line moves quickly even when there are 20 people and your food is nice and hot. We took our food to-go and it stayed warm until we got back to the office but I wouldn't recommend going too far as it may cool off and not pack as much of a punch. The smell in the restaurant will make your mouth water!As for seating, there was plenty to go around but filled up quickly so if you are hoping to enjoy your meal there I recommend you go before or after the lunch rush. All in all, it is a quick, hot, tasty meal for less than $15!
Diane Weist
Grab a Lotus Banh MI and have a delicious experience. Always fresh ingredients. Always welcoming. Even if I pop in on the rainest, coldest or hottest of days there is something,- from Banhart mi, pho, or salad to eat. Experience it for yourself. Oh and please remember to have a Vietnamese coffee.Kid-friendliness: A welcoming warm staff at all locations. Makes your dining experience all the better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marissa A.
Food is incredible and staff is very friendly. The sunny side beef Banh Mi is a consistent go to.
Janhvi I.
Good for a quick meal on a busy workday. The tofu banh mi was alright, nothing about it stood out. I was disappointed that their veggie pho had chicken/pork broth as options and no vegan/vegetarian broth. Ambiance is good with plenty indoor seating.
Jacquelene P.
Came here craving some soup and pho and it hit the spot! If you want authentic pho, this isn't the place - but if you come knowing it's a pho chain, I'd say it's pretty good for "Americanized pho". The bánh mì was especially good. The bread was much softer than actual bánh mì youd get at a family owned store. Everything else was pretty good, the flavor is there although no authentic Vietnamese food, it was still really good!
Jesse Romero
Awesome tasting food n a generous portion too. Great service... A must for Vietnamese sandwich n soups..
Bright, clean, and delicious. This place is the only good thing I have to say about my trip to Chicago. Yuuuuum!!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noah Kararo
Whether it's the honey chicken Bahn Mi or the Noodle Bowl, this place always delivers. Food tastes great, and is served quickly. Prices are right about average for a quick lunch in the loop
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eli Gelfand
The honey grilled pork bahn mi is my favorite thing on the menu! Pairs nicely with the egg roll
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leung Yi Tai
Not the best pho I have had by far, but OK for a quick meal.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Moni K.
Sooo good. Perfect for windy cold day in Chicago. I couldn't decide so I got both the beef pho and banh mi chicken sandwich and both were just delicious. The beef pho consisted of rice noodles, sauté beef, bone broth, onions, scallions, cilantro, beansprouts, basil, lime and jalapeños. The banh mi chicken sandwich included ginger puree, soy sauce, grilled onions, mayo, cucumber, cilantro and jalapeños. The restaurant is very busy during lunch time but worth the wait. Very clean and excellent service at the counter. I really enjoyed the concept and the food.
Come here for lunch all the time. Bahn Mi’s are really really good!!!
Fresh feel and good
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
This is one of my favorite loop lunch locations. I get a sandwich and chips every time I go and it's consistently good. I've probably been over 20 times at this point. The people working there are kind and efficient. One thing I love about Lotus is that they always play soft jazz ambient music. It just makes for a very relaxing lunch break.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Freaking delicious, fast service in the long line during lunch. Decor and tables are cute. Would defo come back for the $12 sub... order thru Yelp in line and make it faster.
First time coming to Lotus and it hit the spot. The line moves quickly even when there are 20 people and your food is nice and hot. We took our food to-go and it stayed warm until we got back to the office but I wouldn't recommend going too far as it may cool off and not pack as much of a punch. The smell in the restaurant will make your mouth water!As for seating, there was plenty to go around but filled up quickly so if you are hoping to enjoy your meal there I recommend you go before or after the lunch rush. All in all, it is a quick, hot, tasty meal for less than $15!
Grab a Lotus Banh MI and have a delicious experience. Always fresh ingredients. Always welcoming. Even if I pop in on the rainest, coldest or hottest of days there is something,- from Banhart mi, pho, or salad to eat. Experience it for yourself. Oh and please remember to have a Vietnamese coffee.Kid-friendliness: A welcoming warm staff at all locations. Makes your dining experience all the better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is incredible and staff is very friendly. The sunny side beef Banh Mi is a consistent go to.
Good for a quick meal on a busy workday. The tofu banh mi was alright, nothing about it stood out. I was disappointed that their veggie pho had chicken/pork broth as options and no vegan/vegetarian broth. Ambiance is good with plenty indoor seating.
Came here craving some soup and pho and it hit the spot! If you want authentic pho, this isn't the place - but if you come knowing it's a pho chain, I'd say it's pretty good for "Americanized pho". The bánh mì was especially good. The bread was much softer than actual bánh mì youd get at a family owned store. Everything else was pretty good, the flavor is there although no authentic Vietnamese food, it was still really good!
Awesome tasting food n a generous portion too. Great service... A must for Vietnamese sandwich n soups..
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ginger Chicken
Restaurantji Recommends
Bright, clean, and delicious. This place is the only good thing I have to say about my trip to Chicago. Yuuuuum!!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Whether it's the honey chicken Bahn Mi or the Noodle Bowl, this place always delivers. Food tastes great, and is served quickly. Prices are right about average for a quick lunch in the loop
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The honey grilled pork bahn mi is my favorite thing on the menu! Pairs nicely with the egg roll
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not the best pho I have had by far, but OK for a quick meal.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Sooo good. Perfect for windy cold day in Chicago. I couldn't decide so I got both the beef pho and banh mi chicken sandwich and both were just delicious. The beef pho consisted of rice noodles, sauté beef, bone broth, onions, scallions, cilantro, beansprouts, basil, lime and jalapeños. The banh mi chicken sandwich included ginger puree, soy sauce, grilled onions, mayo, cucumber, cilantro and jalapeños. The restaurant is very busy during lunch time but worth the wait. Very clean and excellent service at the counter. I really enjoyed the concept and the food.