Lotus Asian Bistro
About This Spot
Stepping into Lotus Asian Bistro, you find yourself enveloped in a warm, open space where modern design meets inviting comfort. The atmosphere strikes a balance between relaxed and refined, making it a perfect spot for a quiet dinner with family, a casual meet-up with friends, or a stylish evening unwinding over thoughtfully crafted drinks. The buzz here is pleasant and unhurried, encouraging guests to savor both the company and the culinary journey.
From the moment you settle into one of the cozy indoor tables or the charming outdoor seating, there’s an unmistakable feeling of discovery in the air. The menu’s reach across multiple Asian traditions—Korean, Thai, Chinese, and beyond—invites curious palates to explore bold yet nuanced flavors. A moment of sweetness in the balance, whether from handcrafted bubble teas or a carefully mixed raspberry mojito, adds a touch of playfulness to the experience.
It’s not just the vibrant, layered tastes that linger in your memory; it’s also the thoughtful, attentive service that feels genuine and welcoming without being intrusive. Guests often find that the staff’s willingness to explain dishes and recommend pairings deepens a connection to the food and the culture behind it. The setting complements this with subtle lighting and an interior that blends contemporary elegance with hints of traditional Asian aesthetics.
Whether you’re drawn by the promise of spicy curries slow-simmered to creamy perfection or the crispy, savory crunch of lettuce wraps and nimble spring rolls, Lotus Asian Bistro offers an experience that feels both adventurous and reassuring. It’s a place where every meal unfolds as a shared moment—a gathering to savor textures, aromas, and the simple joy of breaking bread together.
What’s Available Here
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Outdoor seating
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Delivery
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On-site services
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Fast service
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Fireplace
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Great cocktails
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Great tea selection
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Serves local specialty
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Sport
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Healthy options
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Organic dishes
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Small plates
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Spirits
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Vegan options
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Vegetarian options
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Wine
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Catering
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Counter service
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Dessert
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Seating
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Table service
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Bar on site
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Toilet
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Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi
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Casual
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Cosy
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Quiet
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Romantic
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Trendy
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Upmarket
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Family friendly
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Groups
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Transgender safe space
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
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Good for kids
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Has changing table(s)
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High chairs
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Free of charge street parking
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Free parking lot
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Parking
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Dogs allowed
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Dogs allowed outside
Location & Hours
| Monday | 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM , 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM | |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM , 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM | |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM , 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM | |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM , 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM | |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM , 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM | |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM | |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM |
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Sameet Khatri 31 Dec 2025
Food: Excellent variety of curry they have we had two types one is green curry and yellow curry with naan. Excellent taste. Service: Service is quick and responsive. Server was very welcoming and explain everything we ask. Atmosphere: Enjoyable place to have dinner. This restaurant has open space and indoor sitting area. Interior is impressive and cozy. Perfect for family, couple and business visit. For Thai food, I really loved this place to have delicious food and I will return back.
Juan Estrada 23 Dec 2025
Nice Asian restaurant with great tasting food and a nice atmosphere. We had the kung pao noodles with steak and left feeling nice and full. Even had some left overs for the next day
Rico Judel 19 Dec 2025
As a Asian food connoisseur, i approve this place! So many amazing wonderful food options! I’m not going to lie I’ve never had any bevy’s from here cause all I want to do is sane room for more and more food please and thank you. I’ve eating here so many times and. Tried so many dishes and non have never dissatisfied. Please show this place some love cause it’s rare to find great Asian food in Iowa lbvh!
Jessica You 09 Nov 2025
Found this place by Google and it turned out to be delicious!!!! It’s a hidden gem of authentic asian food (Korean, Thai, Chinese, etc)!! My husband ordered the Thai Basil Noodles and I ordered the Sesame Chicken Salad. Both were sooo good and great for our long drive. I highly recommend this place to everyone who stops through Iowa or who is passing by!! Service was good and inside had plenty of seats! Parking is plenty as well :0)
Melody Eggert 31 Oct 2025
Stopped here for Mother’d Day lunch. I really liked the decor and the outside seating options. I had the lamb rack and my husband got the Malaysian Satay. They gave me a free glass of wine. The flavors of the food was amazing. I also got a raspberry mojito it was perfectly balanced. Carlos was a wonderful and attentive server. Highly recommend to go here for great quality food.
BOTA 99 19 Oct 2025
This is a great place to eat. They have an Asian Menu that anyone should be able to find something they like. The staff are friendly and the only incident there after dining in about 15 times or so was we arrived for my mother's birthday at the tail end of lunch service (the close between lunch and dinner for a couple hours) and we kinda hurried through our meal a bit and reminded they do close so be sure to keep that in mind if you plan on arriving after 145pm or so. But the food is really good and it has a very nice dining room. The prices are a bit high but they also give you large portions. Enough for 2 meals per person, so it actually evens out in the end. I highly recommend this establishment.
Mikey666 Stoneking 69 12 Oct 2025
Time for another new restaurant review from your old pal Mikey. Now, the restaurant I just tried for the first time is called Lotus. It's on the corner of Grand Avenue and 53rd Street. It's an Asian Bistro restaurant complete with a full bar. As I walked in the door, I was taken aback for two reasons: number one was the theme and setting. The decor of the restaurant is quite spectacular, with fine dining tables, a warm and friendly atmosphere, and even a waterfall. The second reason is for some reason, the place was DEAD at lunchtime. It was 12:30, and there were only two other customers in the restaurant. Maybe it's more of a dinner establishment. I agonized over the menu choices, because quite frankly, I had never been to such a fine looking establishment before nor an Asian Bistro restaurant, so naturally I was very unfamiliar with the quality of the food (I've been a pizza and burger kind of a guy my whole life). I settled on the pineapple fried rice which came with shrimp, cashews, and raisins. It was incredible! The sweetness of the pineapple clashed with the sodium from the fried rice and really made it taste amazing. It also came with a soup that I wasn't very fond of, which was a broth based soup with chicken and seaweed. At least I can say that I've tried seaweed in my life, but needless to say that I won't be trying it again. All in all, I'm very satisfied with Lotus and my very first Asian Bistro experience. I'm very much looking forward to returning there with Gracie or whoever so I can try other menu items (in particular, the mango and coconut fried rice.) I give it ⭐⭐⭐ and a half stars out of four. If you've ever considered Lotus, it receives my approval. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Thank you very much.
Carina Pinto 28 Sep 2025
The food is was really good, I had the coconut shrimp and yellow curry. It was all really good and that’s why I’m giving 5 stars BUT I think I like other Thai restaurants in the city a little better. I was surprised to get a Thai fortune cookie with the check, I didn’t know they existed.