The Most Flavorful Asian Fusion in Columbus

Lotus Chinese Cuisine

★★★☆☆ 3 (41) • $$

"Weekend Lunch ReviewQuiet, tasty, but show... would go to again when in the area.Pan fried Pork Dumplings - nice thin dough, not commercial with an interesting sauce that was not the standard soy & sesame mix.Pecan Chicken - thin breading, super moist chicken with a nice sprinkle of candied pecans. Hunan Chicken - Crunchy veggies, moist chicken, moderate sauce... not too salty and not too spicyBoth lunch portions were just the right size... and any item on the menu (except the most expensive specialties) can be turned into a lunch portion!"

Zen Noodle

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (14) • $$

"I might be what some people consider a balla when it comes to gambling and I've been VIP at the casino since it opened. Being VIP has its perks, like cutting in front of line from the "regular" people at the chips cashout and buffet line and getting a decent amount of gambling and food comps every month.Zen is probably the best bang for your buck when it comes to redeeming food comps. They do not skimp on portion size when it comes to their noodle dishes and everything is made to order. The meat and veggies are always fresh here and they take their time to stir fry so each dishes so you can taste the wok flavor.This isn't the same type of food you get from your standard hole in the wall chinese takeout place. Most of the time I get my order within 10 minutes but if you go late night on a holiday weekend, expect an hour wait. I always leave a tip because they work non - stop most of the time since they take their time cooking each dish.Here are my go to dishes (all noodles):- Singapore noodles - they actually put chinese sausage in it- Hong Kong Wonton Soup - Great broth and shrimp/pork wontons are legit- Cantonese Beef Stew - rich beef broth with fatty beef tendons with always fresh choy sum- Beef He Fun - one of my favorite noodle dishes with big flat rice noodles and beef, you will be full after eating this.- Lomein - Lomein sauce is very good and not as greasy than most places.Their pho is disappointing because I think it's very bland. They cater to a lot of south east asians so they have put that on the menu. I can say I had everything on the menu with the amount of comps I get and each dishes is usually around 10 to 15 bucks. That is actually a decent price if you compare it to las vegas pricing, portion size, and being inside a casino."

Titos Asian Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.8 (19)

"Just tried them at the New Albany tree lighting and it was very yum! The chicken is really flavorful and the curry is some of the best I've had in Columbus, if not the best. And I appreciate the fresh veggies in it. Will definitely grab food from here next time I see them"

HC Way

★★★★☆ 3.6 (70) • $

"Just had an order of chicken pad thai, might have been the Best I have ever had! Delicious! Love their food"

Sushi Asia Gourmet

★★★★☆ 4 (143) • $$

"8 yrs later, this is still my favorite restaurant in the Akron area. Food hasnt changed. On our 2nd week into our recent vacation in Ireland, the only thing I wanted to eat was Sushi Asia Gourmet's Beef with Onion and Cumin . . ."

BIBIBOP Asian Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (3)

"Great location for the newest Bibibop located on Sawmill Road just North of 750 ( West Powell Road) across the street fromGiant Eagle.You begin by choosing your base (white rice, purple rice, supergreen salad or sweet potato noodles then you add your choice of fresh toppings, choose your protein (steak, Korean BBQ beef, chicken, spicy chicken, tofu or veggie bowl). Next you top your bowl with sauce, mix it up and enjoy!!!!Thad the Korean BBQ beef and absolutely loved it.The service was quick, friendly and very attentive."

Pacific East Japanese And Maylaysian

★★★★☆ 3.8 (120) • $$

"Update! Got the Laksa. I literally stumbled on a Bourdain YouTube vid of him in Malaysia eating "laksa" at a street restaurant. One day later I'm in Kent and there is a Japanese/Malay place that I've eaten at before, and loved. This place.And they had laksa on the menu. Asked the waitress which should I get, the Miso Ramen or the Laksa. She said get the Laksa. It was delicious! Had the square wheat noodles, perfectly cooked, great texture and bite. The broth was a fish stock, deep brown, wonderful flavor, and along with the noodles, a few shrimp. Some thinly sliced red onion. Bean sprouts. Cilantro. Few other things, broth not hot, but spicy in a rich delicious way. Wife got a couple spring rolls and a salad with the ginger dressing. She loves that orange ginger dressing you find in some Asian places. We even bought a small container to go. $3! Gave the waitress a good tip for the GREAT tip on the Laksa. Ate every bit, except for all the broth. Wife had some too. She liked it, but is more a Korean Shin Ramen type person. (Oh, and quartered hard boiled egg in it too )I loved it. Kent is a great place to just wander, grab a bite or a meal, admire their predilection for squirrels (yes, squirrels) and grab a beer at one of the cool bars. Give stars for the restaurant. And four stars for Kent!"

Mint & Lime Asian Bistro

★★★★☆ 3.9 (76)

"Hit or miss. Expensive. This place seems like a copycat of another Asian place in the area. The menu is almost exactly the same (even the same dish names), but the execution misses the mark. Try the walnut chicken."

J Liu Restaurant & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.6 (216) • $$

"We love this place. We ordered the spring rolls to start. Then the Mongolian Beef and sesame chicken. Max's service was great. We have been coming her for almost 16 years now. It looks great."

Ichiban

★★★☆☆ 3 (84) • $$

"What an amazing spur of the moment time! Our chef Carlos from Venezuela hooked us up! I wish he would cook for me every day with all the fun we had. I had just got my oil changed and my mom and I hadn't ate since the morning and I did not want to go far or wait long for food. I originally decided to get the fast food version directly across the street hibachi. I looked to my left and there was ichiban so I pulled up and was about to look at pricing, then I said you know what let's just go in WHATEVER!Now from previous experiences I already know what happens and how the courses go. I ordered a large hot sake which is my go to. We ordered off the lunch menu for better pricing. I got salmon and fried rice along with steak and fried rice for my mom. I think my sake was bottomless based on how many pours I got lol. Highly recommended. In addition to our main meal we got salad for an appetizer which did not look appetizing. I could only stomach to eat half based on the look and color. The texture and taste of the dressing made me think they put it in a blender with onions. It tasted ok but looked suspicious.Now to the fun part! Our chef was so entertaining and I loved how he got the crowd participating which again is typical but he did it in a more refreshing way. I usually don't eat all my rice due to the large amount but it was the best fried rice hands down I could not stop. I always try and save something for the next day but had non leftover. The salmon was so juicy and not overcooked and the vegetables were sautéed to perfection. All I can say is that I was put in a food coma and it wasn't even 3 o'clock when I got home. Thank you Carl!"

Jasmine Asian Bistro

★★★★☆ 3.8 (151) • $$

"Awesome luxury Asian restaurant. Not only Thai cuisine but also Japanese and Chinese meals are in this restaurant. The lo mein noodle was superior than other Thai restaurants around canton. Chirashi sushi was not an authentic style at all. As a Japanese, very disappointing understanding to this dish. Chirashi should have sprinkled eggs, seaweed, and some sweetness on the top but this was just bunch of sashimi on the rice and the price was expensive for the quantity but fish quality was high level. This is a kind of place where you would use for a special date or celebrating."

Mashida Chicken

★★★★☆ 3.9 (19)

"Amazing chicken. The fries are outstanding. service was excellent and it is gorgeous inside!! If you enjoy chicken, the crispy GOOD kind...you won't wanna miss this spot folks if you ever roll through delaware"

Purple Chopstix

★★★★☆ 4.2 (50) • $$

"The food was excellent! All dishes were very tasty and well prepared. The service was good and server was attentive. The ambiance was eclectic and the restaurant was low key."

China Garden

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (48) • $

"This is your basic Chinese food place with all of the staples. It's not the only one in Wooster, thankfully, as I like Asian Wok more than this. I usually just go for the veggies with chicken and rice. Flavors here were a bit unusual for my regular dish. The layout they have for Covid is rather excessive and cumbersome, not to mention poorly cleaned and upkept. Their hand sanitizer was something otherworldly.Prices are the usual that you'd expect. Service is fairly quick - you can usually call in an order and get it in 15 minutes. They're not especially friendly, but I suppose that's par for the course. Tons of options on the menu. Not sure if I'll find my way back in here someday, but if so I'll try something different to see if my experience was a one-off."

Wild Ginger

★★★★☆ 4.3 (360) • $$

"A varied menu from various Asian cuisines. Their string beans with tofu are wonderful. Prices are very reasonable, with the lunch specials being a particularly good deal. Portions are generous."

Chi Thai

★★★★☆ 3.9 (276) • $$

"I love this place! We've eaten here three times over the course of a few years, and most recently, just last month. The service is awlays great and the food is well-prepared and very tasty! I love that they have unique vegetarian options with tofu subbed in for meat.We will return again soon!"

Asian Taste

★★★★☆ 4.1 (123) • $$

"This place is a bit overrated. Not only on the Yelp reviews but also from locals. I had heard about this place from a former coworker who lived in New Albany. She said it was by far the best. So I've had it on my bookmarked list for probably 2-3 years. I live in the Short North so New Albany is out of my way. However, Chinese New Year fell on a Friday this year, so I was like "What the heck?! I'll drive there for a to-go order." What a way to celebrate the Lunar New Year!I'll start with the pros:-Ordering process was seamless. I called it in about 5:30p for a 7:30p pickup and it was ready as soon as I walked in. Just gave them my name, they had me pay and handed me my bag.-Food is well-priced for what you get. All told $11 for a giant portion.-Portion size is its own "pro."- I got the sweet and sour chicken with steamed rice and a Spring roll. The S&S chicken portion easily feeds two. I ate dinner that night and had a heart portion for leftovers the next day.Cons:-Really the main con here is that honestly it's not that good. I felt like the sauce wasn't flavorful enough. I even thought during the 20 minute drive home "shouldn't I be salivating over the delicious aroma of this food?" It smelled like nothing. And when I ate it, there was some flavor, but not much. The cafeteria at my work makes better S&S chicken in my opinion. -No fortune cookie! :( This had to be the first Asian restaurant I've ever gotten takeout from with no fortune cookie. Bummer! All told, I would not go out of my way to come here again. I arguably wouldn't really even go even if I'm in the area. But if a friend really wanted to come here, I'd just do it. Which is my personal standard definition of a "2" rating. Overrated and don't recommend."

Everest Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.2 (238) • $$

"Such great Nepali cuisine! We wanted to try something new and it didn't disappoint. Food was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. Our server was young, but very friendly. It was getting busy so the wait staff were all working hard. Only 2 things to note: don't be in a rush if you come here to eat. The food takes a good while to be prepared and served (but it's SO worth the wait!) The other note is the restaurant itself could use a bit of sprucing up and cleaning. It just looks a bit worse for wear which is a shame. But it's all about the food and that's amazing!"

Wy Mongolian Grill

★★★★★ 4.7 (36)

"Wow! I was really impressed with WY Mongolian Grill. It was delicious and fresh. The staff were very friendly and helpful, they did a great job explaining the menu to us since it was our first time. We decided to do the build your own option. The buffet was very very clean! You start by getting your tray and using hand sanitizer. As you go down the line a staff member is very attentive to the stations exchanging the tongs as needed. There was a nice selections of veggies, seafood and meats. At the end there is a seasoning selection as well as several sauces to choose from. Once satisfied you pass the tray to the staff working the grills and once it's done your server will bring it to you. I really wasn't expecting such a huge portion but it was more than enough, I was barely able to finish my bowl. Everything was cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful. Pro tip: get your rice on the sideI think the pricing is very reasonable, $14.99 for dinner and if you want all you can eat it is a $4 up charge (but honestly we thought one bowl was enough, the food doesn't shrink down like other places). I have to say this far surpasses the other Mongolian bbq spots around town based on flavors, freshness, and cleanliness. I'll definitely be back."

YuMe Japanese Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.5 (2)

"The food is fresh and very tasty. The service was attentive and polite! The Sushi bowl is very filling. Two sushi rolls and the bowl was more than enough for the 2 of us to share."

Hibachi Express

★★★★☆ 3.9 (34)

"First time eating at this place! I'm a sucker for hibachi and I'm always open to a fast-food version. Let me get the one negative out of the way, the wait for the food itself was a little long. However, the service is great - super friendly and helpful. The prices are fair for hibachi. And the food was worth the wait. SO. MUCH. FOOD. The portions were huge! Presentation was great, taste was on point. The cashier even threw some extra yum yum in for me. We will definitely be back."

Taste of Orient

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (162) • $

"Food was excellent. My kids and I were visiting OH State and had the General Tso's chicken, Chicken Lomein and some steak and chicken hibachi. All the food was great.The setting is very basic,but also very clean. Greatly appreciated the very clean bathroom as well. Friendly service. Great job."

Hometown Hibachi

★★★★☆ 4.2 (57) • $$

"If you go to HH, bring your appetite A-Game. Generous portions, complete with the salad and soup. I always opt for noodles, either steak or salmon; each is on point every time. Quick and easy service. I traditionally go with larger parties, so they are every accommodating."

J Liu Restaurant & Bar

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (246) • $$

"I really enjoy J. Liu. It has many options on the menu and the service is always consistent. I've had JoJo a few times and she's very attentive. My go to is the Tuna poke bowl. Lots of ingredients and great flavor. I've seen other meals and they all look good. Large venue with an event space upstairs!"

Asian Gourmet & Sushi Bar

★★★★☆ 3.7 (209) • $$

"I had eaten here a few ago with a Friend and thought it was good so when another Friend I was meeting for lunch on the area wanted Chinese we met up at Asian Gourmet. We were quickly greeted by the hostess and seated. Our waiter came as soon as we were seated. Everyone was very courteous and helpful. We ordered Hot and Sour soup. It had a great balance of heat with the sour. Our meals came timed perfectly after we finished our soups. I had Moo Goo Gai Pan and my Friend had Pepper Steak. We both had Fried Rice. The meals were hot with generous portions and delicious! I've already made plans to return."

Bendi Wok N' Bar

★★★★★ 4.6 (23) • $$

"Would recommend.The place is nice small but great atmosphere.Food was delish had pork belly bao and Korean BBQ ribs to start. Hubby had the pork banh mix and I had the cold noodle salad. Took a while to get entrees and when it came out it wasn't correct. Hubby asked for jalapenos for his sandwich which they forgot and I asked for no onions which they included.Service was friendly. Not sure why it took so long to get food pretty sure it was the kitchen and not the server."

Lei's Asian Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.3 (184) • $$

"My family go-to when passing by Polaris Parkway. The fried rice is excellent. All meat options i have purchased over the years have been great. The chicken wings are awesome!"

Masa Asian Express

★★★★☆ 3.6 (8)

"Easy online ordering, great value, fast service...and off to watch some volleyball at Akron's Canal Courts. Great place to pick up food to go in downtown Akron. The Pad Thai was delicious and it was a quite a large portion."

Xi Xia Chinese Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.5 (204) • $$

"Boyfriend and I tried this place for the first time. You scan a QR Code to view the menu and order through your phone. We ordered the following: 2 Spring RollsSalt & Pepper ChickenSingapore Style Fried Rice Noodles adding side of Bok ChoyHouse Fried RiceI received the Singapore noodles, which had so much curry, you could see little powder balls that was not absorbed. It was too overpowering and very dry. Next we received the Salt & Pepper Chicken. It was soft from not being cooked long enough and very bland. Then we received the House Fried Rice which was pretty good. Then I am brought out my side of Bok Choy approximately 20 mins AFTER I received the Singapore noodles. It was cold. Last we were brought our Spring Rolls, which were hot but the inside was very mushy and bland. I brought home the rest of noodles, bok choy, and salt and pepper chicken. I cooked them and added a few extras to make them palatable."

Tiger + Lily

★★★★☆ 4.1 (491) • $$

"I stopped by Tiger + Lily as dinner before I went to the Symphony down the street, so I knew I'd be tight on time and had to choose a restaurant carefully to make it to our seats at the theatre.It was the perfect choice! I was in and out in 50 minutes and left feeling satisfied. My ramen was a little plain, but the dumplings were super flavorful and the spring rolls were super fresh and piping hot!I only noticed indoor seating, it was pretty busy, and there were only a few servers, but it was a great experience and I would certainly go back."

Q2 China Bistro

★★★★☆ 3.8 (115) • $$

"Q2 China Bistro offers a solid dining experience with friendly service and tasty dishes. The staff here are welcoming and attentive, adding a nice touch to the overall atmosphere.The food is reliably good, featuring a variety of Chinese classics and some interesting twists. It certainly hits the spot for a satisfying meal.The menu is diverse, catering to different tastes, and the ambiance is comfortable enough for a casual meal or a quick bite with friends. Overall, Q2 China Bistro is a decent option if you're in the mood for Chinese food and looking for a pleasant dining experience."

BIBIBOP Asian Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (20)

"This is one of those restaurants you will love or hate. I'm lukewarm. Place is new to Grove City. Very clean, modern looking. You customize based on ingredients provided. I bought a steak based bowl.Steak cooked like most Asian dishes, sometimes rubbery in mouth but fully cooked, seasoned and flavored. Potatoes I like, same with kale and bean sprouts. I would rather have more of those. I also picked half and half. Half purple rice and half super green salad. (They offer steak, chicken, spicy chicken, and organic tofu.Carrots taste different, cooked in a different oil that I'm not accustomed to or maybe the sauce Gochujang which is supposed to be sweet and spicy I picked but it wasn't my favorite. I don't like it but others appear do. Potatoes, bean sprouts and meats are served hot but quickly get cold when come in contact with cold vegetables. I am not a fan of cold food that is meant to be hot. Purple rice (a healthier alternative they say but I don't know why) didn't add flavor or help according to my taste buds. I added broccoli for 50 cents more. They offer eggs and a few more. Not my favorite but I can see people loving this place. I recommend checking it out and come to your own conclusion. The place is clean and friendly which is also important.One important detail. Location is not good. Between Starbucks and Sports Clips. Starbucks has wrap around drive thru and it is supposed to be one way but drivers drive from either direction and there is no room to maneuver. Traffic is fast behind building which you need to watch out for."

Great Asian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (147) • $$

"Great Asian is a wonderful restaurant in Westerville. My first experience was with takeout. I am always on the prowl for delicious beef chow fun, a Cantonese dish of wide, flat rice noodles with bean sprouts, onion, ginger, and green onions in a soy or brown sauce. The lady said, "You mean beef ho fun?" Being an ABC, I quizzically said, "Sure, if it means a dish with wide noodles?"It's not on the regular menu but they were very accommodating. The dish was fabulous, so I came another time to reorder. She starts speaking to me in Mandarin, so I ask her how she knows Mandarin if she's from Hong Kong? Oi (that's her name) said she learned it because so many customers spoke Mandarin.When I told her my parents are coming to visit, her eyes lit up and she recommended so many dishes she said they would cook for them.Cut to parents' visit: we ordered beef chow fun, ma po tofu, shrimp with honey walnuts, and a steamed flounder that melted in your mouth. My parents loved it all and we came back a second time in one week.The interior is tastefully decorated and spacious. I highly recommend Great Asian Restaurant!"

Mixing Bowl Asian Grill

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (17) • $

"Not bad, but my experience just needed a little work. It was really hard to hear the worker taking the order. I'm not certain if it was the truck, or what. I knew what I wanted, and was trying to go in order of their sign, but she kept skipping around to different areas, which threw me off a bit. It may have just been a huge communication thing, because it was hard to hear. What I got was ok... they really skimped on the meat portion here. I probably received the equivalent of 2 tbsps of chicken unfortunately, and with you paying $9+ for a bowl--- That can be a make/break for considering patronage of the truck in future visits. The plus side is that you can make yourself some really healthy options, and it's nice to take a break from the deep fried mess trucks that are all over. They at least win my respect on that end, but the experience unfortunately was not seamless from start to finish. Perhaps better luck next time."

Yoshi

★★★★☆ 4 (3)

"Pros:Varied menuPart of a chainFast, friendly serviceMango slush was pretty goodCons:Takeout mainlyNo dining areaParking is difficult in this areaHibachi was bland, even with sauceThis location does not offer sushi yetPro tip:Worth a try, but there is better hibachi out there"