Lotus Garden Hakka Indian Style Chinese

Reviews

• Domennie L.

  star star star star star 6 June 2026

  We ordered take outs
  Chicken pakora- flavourful, right amount of batter and the portion was pretty big!
  Crispy beef - sweet and gingery taste
  Chili chicken - delicious, just wished they gave a bit more..
  Hakka stir fried noodles - brought me right back to my Hakka Chinese roots
  
  Location - a tad far but worth the drive
  Definitely recommend and will definitely be back.

• Sophon C.

  star star star star_border star_border 22 May 2026

  We came here kind of late on a wintery Sunday, and we wanted something spicy... So we checked out some reviews and came here. It's located in an unassuming  strip mall and the pot holes were crazy and super icy as it was in February when we went. The landlords need to do something about it as that's a major liability. The husband and wife team were just about to tuck into dinner when we came.
  
  The owner was very helpful in suggesting some items, and overall the food was decent. Maybe my expectations were higher, but it was decent Hakka Chinese food, could always be a little spicer and wee less greasy.

• Ricky C.

  star star star_border star_border star_border 22 May 2026

  Updating my rating from 5 to 2. This place used to be awesome, but the new owners have really let out slide. I ordered the chili chicken lunch special, and the amount of chicken was pitiful.

• Sam L.

  star star star star_border star_border 17 May 2026

  When word spread that the owners of Lotus Garden sold their business, I was simultaneously worried and intrigued. Would the new management team be able to carry on the legacy of the best hakka restaurant in the GTA? Would they bring anything new to the table?
  
  We finally made the time to go back on a Sunday evening in May. There's still a lot of good here: portion sizes are still excellent, the chicken pakora remains a really tasty option, the prices have only gone ever-so-slightly up ($6.50 specials instead of $5.99, and that might just reflect the higher minimum wage), and the customer service - while different - is still charming in it's own strange way.
  
  Ultimately, however, I am not sure it's worth the out-of-way drive anymore.
  
  CHICKEN PAKORA: still good, still tasty, and largely retained that perfect crunch (maybe a little bit off). 4.5/5
  
  CRISPY BEEF: went from a very unique style to a more tangy, traditional look. It went from legendary to average at best. 2.5/5
  
  VEGGIE PAKORA: meh. No crunch. 3/5
  
  MANCHURIAN FISH: decent?
  
  CUSTOMER SERVICE: I mean, the new guy is just hollering left right and centre, and that's kind of funny. Not the same calm, serene, pleasant experience as before, but not necessarily bad either.
  
  All in all, I'd pop by if I were in the area and hungry - but ultimately, I think I have to find another dish here that doesn't make me wistful for what used to be.

• Kevin B.

  star star star star star_border 14 May 2026

  At least where I'm from in the states, Chinese takeaway has a reputation for being greasy and inauthentic. But I was pleasantly surprised by my experience at Lotus Garden.
  
  The restaurant is small and seems mostly designed for take-out, but there are a few tables if you want to eat in. The owners were charming and fun to talk with. The woman at the order counter was extremely friendly and made sure I got everything I'd need: my order, any utensils, extra sauces, etc.
  
  Based on previous reviews, I ordered the crispy beef and the chicken pakora. I wasn't a huge fan of the crispy beef. I didn't realize it would be so saucy and sweet. There wasn't any spice or kick to it, which I prefer. The chicken pakora, on the other hand, was amazing. It was spicy, juicy, and tender. Also, all of the food was prepared very quickly - maybe 5 minutes from when I ordered until when I got my food.
  
  They have a lot of menu items, so I'll probably be back to try something else. You should stop by, too, if you want some quick and easy Chinese food!