Tin Drum Asiacafé
84 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA, 30303
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Address :
84 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA, 30303 - Phone (404) 688-3182
- Website https://www.tindrumcafe.com/?utm_source=Yelp&utm_medium=Review%2BSite&utm_campaign=Yelp%2B
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 8:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual, Trendy
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No
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Ashley P.
Ugh... I keep going back on forth on Tin Drum. Since I end up downtown for lunch 3x a week, I've eaten there a handful of times. The menu is seriously hit or miss. As in, I either end up with something truly disappointing, or something surprisingly good. So I'll give a quick run down of the good and the bad: I steer clear of the rice dishes because I'm 0 for 3 at this point. Especially note that the Green Curry is gross. Inappropriately creamy and not spicy at all. The chicken in the rice and noodle dishes is pretty abysmal. However, chicken in the Chicken Satay and the Thai Chicken Wrap is delicious. The curry chicken egg roll is awesome, but the Thai Basil roll not so much, as it doesn't actually contain basil. Seriously. Rice noodles and lettuce. Also, it doesn't help that the staff are unfriendly and vacant as a general rule. And Bobbin W., I know *exactly* which girl you're talking about. I get annoyed every time I have to order from her because she seriously has this obnoxious, condescending attitude the whole time. One time I was next in line to order and I seriously heard her whine to her manager "Um, is it time for my breeeaaak yeeet?" Yeah, way to say that in front of customers waiting to order. Very professional. And come to think of it, there was this one time when I went to use the bathroom. And I'm not even kidding, I hadn't even gotten my pants down to pee before someone started banging on the door like the building was on fire and they needed to save my life. I responded mid-pee at least 3 times that I would be done momentarily. Nevertheless, the knocking continued throughout my 45 second pee. Of course, upon opening the door, I found that it was not an impatient guest hounding me, but a staff member!! I calmly stated how unnecessary that was, but she seriously just looked at me like she had no idea what language I was speaking and walked away. Needless to say, I am now terrified of peeing at Tin Drum.
(2)Datherine L.
This place sucks. Unless you enjoy meals that taste like frozen American-Asian food, then don't waste your time eating here. Go to Dua Vietnamese down the street instead.
(1)Angelica B.
I was starving in between classes and knew that the only thing that would satisfy me would be spicy and involve coconut milk. I usually go to Dua or Ali Baba's (a longtime favorite), but really needed some Thai -style curry. My husband and I agreed to split a curry dish. Ordered Thai iced tea, 2 basil rolls, coconut soup, and the 'tin drum curry.' -- about $16. I asked if it would possible to add eggplant to my entree and the person at the counter didn't know what eggplant was: "Uh, I don't know but we just got eggs." The food arrived somewhat slowly, considering there was only one other table and they already had food. The soup tasted like milk with plastic-lime-squeezy lime juice (and waaay too much of it) -- almost like margarita mix with scallions. The curry has a lot of fish sauce, but beyond that had little flavor. The entree consisted of about two cups of (maybe instant? soggy and tasteless) rice, with a 'bed' of six spinach leaves, three florets of broccoli, five tofu cubes, with a squirt of the aforementioned salty sauce. My husband laughed as the only staff member upstairs wandered around on his phone while several people came up to the register, looked around, and finding nobody to help them, left. Also, and I know this is kind of common to all of the Broad St. lunchtime establishments, but the music -- dancy clubby music -- was terrible and way too loud.
(1)Gabi L.
I've had many experiences with Tin Drum and this particular location is pretty sub par, imo. Their pad thai is especially disappointing and its not like the ones I've had at other locations. It tasted dry and not really super fresh. The basil fried rice is really yummy though. Staff is pretty friendly too. On one rainy day I got a free soup because I guess they just had some extra. In general I love tin drum since it was my go to place during high school. I'd definitely still return though I might skip on pad thai!
(4)Ashley S.
Both the panang and massaman curries just seemed off... Tin Drum seems like a nice place for a cheap, quick meal, but if you're looking for authenticity, you will have to go elsewhere. Prices were pretty decent for the amount of food, and the service was friendly and fast.
(2)Aurielle W.
Very very poor attempt of Asian food! I ordered chicken fried rice and it was 8.00. The rice tastes burned like a smore! It's terrible! There was a spider on my table and knots flying around everywhere. Don't waste your time coming here!!
(1)Audrey A.
They give 10% off after 2pm for gsu students which is nice. Big portions so if you're super hungry I recommend
(4)Sandra S.
Good gluten free selections, great flavor, but didn't put me over the top. Serving sizes are proportional to what a normal adult should consume.
(3)Barbara T.
I love Thai food, and I'm feeling generous by giving Tin Drum 2 stars. I ordered Panang curry with chicken, and got a bowl of rice, sugar and disappointment chicken. (Mostly rice) Panang curry is supposed to be sweet, but it usually also has a pretty complex flavor with fish sauce, red curry, basil, lemongrass and other exotic sounding stuff. This "curry" was all sugar. I don't remember if there were any veggies, but I remember the chicken because it reminded me of hospital food. I honestly think they boil their chicken. It was rubbery and bland. If you care about Thai food, skip Tin Drum.
(2)Noel D.
I waited a while since my last review of another Tin Drum location to visit again. The experience today was slightly better than that last visit. I had the chicken Pad Thai and it was so very bland tasting. Nothing wrong with my taste buds because I have Thai elsewhere that tastes like Thai food. This Pad Thai had just about no taste. My friend had basil chicken fried rice and also complained it was bland tasting. C'mon Tin Drum! Where's my old favorite?! You're sucking!
(2)Dan B.
I personally ordered the spicy spaghetti and it was ok... It had a little too much soy sauce burying slightly bland noodles with very little of the wonderfully flavorful chicken within this dish. The atmosphere was pretty good and on a Thursday afternoon it wasn't too busy (no wait). I would definitely try this place again just would definitely recommend a different dish (unless you really like soy sauce). The individual I accompanied had the tin drum curry rice dish which I had a bite of and was pretty pleased.... Might be worth a try next time.
(3)Bobbin W.
I was extremely disappointed in my meal from Tin Drum that I could barely force down. I had a fried chicken rice bowl--a heaping of steamed white rice topped with Chinese-y chicken smothered in a peanut sauce, sparsely dotted with raw spinach. I usually don't order chicken when I eat out but felt rushed to make a decision at the register. While standing in line, I didn't have access to a menu and quickly scanned and made a decision when the woman in front of me finally was through scouring the list of dishes, asking her if I could have her laminated list. I also barely could hear the woman at the register, as her 1-inch murmur was hard to discern amongst the ocean of college-age chatter. I wanted to slap her when I heard her constantly repeat herself to an elderly man, giving him the Mean Girls glare, eyeing him like he was stupid. Once I sat down with my food, lucky to score a table in the minuscule dining area, I took one bite and felt nauseated. However, my large, inexpensive glass of Thai iced tea helped me wash the grossness down. Won't be going back to Tin Drum, not only because the food was ho-hum but because that nasty chick at the counter was a social dumb-dumb.
(2)Andrew Z.
1, or 2 stars at the BEST. I got what they recommended (kung pao chicken type dish). It came in a bowl were the vast majority 75% of the meal was just white rice. and they have the chicken sitting on the rice. the rice wasn't very moist as most restaurants have it. and how do I put it? the flavor of the chicken is very very off than any traditional asian dish. It has way too much american cuisine influence in the food for this place to be called an asia cafe. Fusion can be great! - as in Poor Calvin's (see my other review), but in this case, it is a huge detriment.
(1)Lisa Y.
I've been here a few times in the past, and my experience is always the same. The food is decent, however, I know people who absolutely love this place. My best friend and I came here as our Valentine's lunch date and pretty much had a free meal. We used Level Up which is a new app for smartphone users, although you have to enter your card info, it gives you credits to specific restaurants and whatever you go over, they just deduct from your card. I had "Pad Thai" and a drink for only $0.13 because we each had a $10 credit. My best friend ordered the "Low Men" and a drink for under $10 so she got her whole meal for free. The Pad Thai was alright, but not what I prefer. It's not bad, but the taste is just different... The Low Men was extra saucy, making it somewhat salty, and hard to eat. She barely touched it. Overall, this place is A-Ok, but I prefer not to eat here. Especially since in that area, there are SO many options that.. you shouldn't have to settle.
(3)Kevin F.
Working at GSU, this is a go to option for me. I usually bounce between the chicken tikka masala and masaman curry. The tikka masala is a bit spicy while the masaman is very mild. I add a bit of the sarichi sauce to make the latter option work for me. You will get more chicken with the tikka. The masaman includes less chicken, but adds some great carrot and potato. This is a counter service place for ordering and it does get very busy during the noon hour when classes are in session.
(4)Alejandro A.
You can pay here with Level Up!!! Pretty cool, especially if you left your wallet at your desk on the 30th floor...pay with your iPhone!! The crab and cheese spring rolls...are like deep fried crack in a wonton wrapper, highly addictive and a steal at $1.50/each. Being that Tin Drum is in the middle of GSU's campus, lunchtime is busy with EVERYONE (students/residents/workers) in the area trying to eat, but I've always managed to get in and out quickly. The staff is ALWAYS friendly and upbeat. The cost of eating lunch at work can add up quickly, but when the food is good, and you have so many smiling faces to look at, it's worth it!
(4)Tara O.
The food is very fresh!! 100% no complaints:)
(3)Tran N.
Fast service and friendly. I come here someties after my classes for lunch break like every other GSU student does. Not the greatest Ive had, its just something to fill the stomach. I usually get the pad thai, tom yum noodles and sometimes the rice and curry. All the meats are always bland and not appetizing at all. I only like the thai tea. Other than that, not my favorite. Cheap and mediocre food.
(2)Loren B.
I never really liked Tin Drum until I discovered they now have STREET TACOS. If you like food trucks or Korean BBQ you will LOVE these. My favorite is the chicken teriyaki, but I also tried the thai taco with peanut sauce and the korean bbq taco. thank me later and get them ASAP. I also love their fresh ginger drinks by bruce cost. a lil on the pricey side but so worth if you love ginger.
(4)Sara M.
I'd like to give this place 3.5 stars and am rounding down instead of up because of the price. I've been here twice so far, today being the latest, both time for lunch with co-workers. This is one of the very few casual lunch spots I've been to in the area where my total comes to double digits. Is it worth it? Maybe. I mean, I've been here twice in the span of about a week and would willingly go back. 1) You have to get here early. The place starts hopping around 12pm and is packed at 12:30. The first time I was here, a trio of businessmen came hovering around our table like vultures as soon as they saw us wrapping up. 2) Service is polite and efficient. Haven't had a complaint. 3) An entree and drink will take you just over $10. Portions are good. Had leftovers the first time, ate my entire meal today. 4) The food is nothing mind-blowing. But it is pretty damn good. The teriyaki is yummy. It comes with a generous portion of chicken. Rice cooked well. The Cantonese noodles, which I had today, were even better. It comes with steak. The noodles were delicious. Both times, I was pleasantly surprised to find my veggies cooked perfectly. They retained flavor and crunch (well, the veggies that are supposed to crunch, anyway, like carrots and bean sprouts). No soggy veggies here! 5) Apparently the tikka masala is really spicy. The "spiciest thing on the menu," according to the dude at the cash register. Even though there is not a pepper next to it, the symbol the menu uses to indicate a spicy dish. Hrm. I'm not brave enough to test him on it, but maybe someone out in Yelpland can confirm or deny. 6) Can I just vent for a second? It really chaps my ass when I see a lone diner park her/himself down at the last four-seater right before the lunch rush when there are available two-seaters. Yes, that first table may be by the window, but there are parties of three and four people who just got fucked over because Little Miss/Mr. Sunshine wants to people-watch. Next time this place comes up, my tummy and my wallet will have to do battle. My tummy will probably win. My wallet won't like it.
(3)Carolyn B.
I was on a short vacation visiting Atlanta in Dec 2012. A city block of many quick (not fast food) restaurants were assembled on a city block with choices from Pizza to Indian food. I think it is wise to choose a place that has some PEOPLE in them. Out of 5-6 choices we saw Tin Drum which was quite crowded. It was mostly 20-somethings in the place, but with the other choices practically empty, we said "sure". This was the first time I ever placed my order at a kiosk. In Atlanta one is always greeted with a "Hello and Welcome to XXX". The hostess pointed us to the 2-sided menus placed in a bin on the wall. Usually Asian restaurants have so much to choose from, I like that this is SIMPLE. I walked up to the Kiosk - made my order and used my credit card. I grabbed a table number and the hostess gave us our soda/water cups to help ourselves. We found a nice window seat where we could glance outside - this is a busy side of downtown. Our food came at a reasonable time frame and it was quite delicious. We ordered Curry Chicken Roll, Veggie Roll, Lo Mein, and Crispy Chicken. All very YUMMY.
(5)P K.
Ok food. The last time I was there the AC was not working. Always crowded so very hard to find tables during fridays. I dont dare go beyond chicken tikka masala after the reviews :D from others.
(3)Jamie P.
Tin Drum is by far one of my favorite restaurants downtown. The food is always delicious. I have yet to find something that I didn't like. The prices aren't too bad for the huge portions that you get. I usually end up with a to-go box when I dine in. Honestly, I'm surprised by the really low scores, I'm not even sure they went to the same place. The "Tin Drum" with the spinach is one of my favorite dishes. I have mostly eaten there around 5pm, so I can't speak for other times of day, but the service has always been fairly quick during my visits. If you've never been, it's definitely worth a try.
(4)Jon W.
The food is decent enough but I just feel like there is so much rice and noodles and not enough protein thrown into the mix. They have an iPad you can order on which is pretty fun... I think it is a bit overpriced for what you get.
(3)Angad S.
Great place to eat. Always kept clean. Staff is nice. Food has great quality. Sweet and sour chicken is really good here. One of my favorite places to eat near GSU.
(5)Hui B.
the worst "asian" restaurant i have ever been too. For the price you pay you get a shit ton of rice then maybe a 1/2 a cup of your meat of choice. DO NOT order brown rice because they do not know how to prepare it correctly. Eating brown rice there is like eating rocks. The service is horrible and the good is mediocre. I believe the only good thing about this place is sriracha sauce.
(2)R J.
I visited Tin Drum GSU two nights ago. When I walked in, I immediately felt positive energy. I was greeted by an employee who was at the counter with a welcoming smile. I also had the privilege to meet the manager who was very friendly. I ordered Tikka Masala & two Crab & Cheese Rolls. They were delicious! This has been my favorite Tin Drum experience so far. Additionally, I adore the layout of the store.
(5)Michael B.
While I still will hit Tin Drum for cheap Asian fast food, I feel the need to check my order more frequently now based on personal experience and the experiences of coworkers. Lost 3rd star - You don't get what you necessarily paid for I have a co-worker who often gets Tin Drum for lunch. Several times of late, he has opened his salad or soup to learn that the $2+ he paid for chicken to be added to his order has been left out. He's not bothered to go and have them correct it. I ordered food from them recently -- two DIFFERENT chicken tacos and a coconut soup. I received: 2 x the same taco (I paid more for one of them) 1 x coconut soup, sans the mushrooms I had the first time I will still recommend Tin Drum as a Broad Street lunch venue, but seriously -- check your food before you leave so you're not disappointed / ripped off.
(2)Amelia A.
I work right across the park and used to come here regularly. It has noticeably declined in the last year or so. The new menu includes many items the kitchen staff clearly has no idea how to make. Do NOT order their pho.
(2)Michael W.
I work in the area and go to this location frequently, but it seems like recently something has changed for the worse. I used to order Chicken Katsu and get properly cooked katsu-style chicken and plenty of vegetables to go with it. I ordered Chicken Katsu to-go today and specifically asked for the same portions that are given for dine-in because for whatever reason, the portions are smaller for takeout. Needless to say, I ended up seriously disappointed on all fronts. The portions were small and the only thing that wasn't lacking was the leftover rice from yesterday. The chicken was cut and fried like general tso's chicken, not the flat, crisply fried chicken you'd expect, and I was heavily short-handed on potatoes and carrots. If you are going to charge people the same price as a decent sit down restaurant, don't serve them uninspired food AND be stingy about it.
(1)Rohan S.
Good cheap Asian food. I recommend the Tin Drum curry for tasty coconut based curry if you're short on time and want something quick. Their fried rice isn't that great and I did I like their white rice a little more. Can't comment on the brown rice. Their tofu is also very good and the vegetables are cooked well.
(4)Mruga S.
I am a student at GSU and i love thai/Asian food so I went to tin drum one day for lunch. I am so happy i went because now it s y go to place if i am on campus all day long. They give you lot of quantity and the quality of the food is pretty good specially for a college campus. Their food is soooo tasty. They also deliver so if you don't have a big break between your classes, you can call and get it delivered in 20mins. If you are a vegetarian or don't want to eat bread/pasta and cheese than you found the right place.It keeps me full for all day long so its worth the $7-8. I would def recommend this place. Specially, if you like Asian food.
(5)Ron S.
Went for lunch today, I ordered the coconut soup along with the Shrimp taco and a Chicken taco. The soup was by far the best part and the tacos were just alright. I'll probably go back and try something else next time, decent food for the price paid!
(3)Dani F.
I've had 2 of their stir frys at this location. The chicken was fine (luckily not mystery meat like you can unfortunately find in cheaper places), but the sauce was quite sweet on both of them. Also, it was much less like a stir fry and more like a chicken strip coated in canned teriyaki sauce, over some VERY dry rice. The amount of meat you get for the price is ridiculously small. Everything I've had from there (including spring rolls and dumplings) has tasted like someone who has never even tasted asian food cooked it.
(2)Jessica D.
Definitely meh. The iPad ordering system was kinda neat, and allows you to avoid interacting with the other humans and the mistakes that might lead to. The food is fine. Whatever. It's not precisely good but it isn't bad either. I get the green curry, and it's not as good as I was hoping but by no means terrible.
(2)Nika D.
While at Tin Drum earlier this week, we were seated in the corner. Before we know it, something from the ceiling falls on my friend, its white and powdery, obviously something from the structure of the ceiling. After notifying the cashier/front counter person about the incident, he turns around and acts like nothing happened and doesn't even bother saying sorry about it or trying to make up for it. That really struck a cord as a person who works in food service, I try to make my patrons happy and want to come back, as of right now, I am never coming back due to the lack of attentiveness and rudeness of staff.
(2)Holly A.
Last straw. I've tried this place four times for take-out during the lunch hour, and each time it was a less than satisfactory experience, but I kept trying to give them the benefit of the doubt. The first two times they messed up my order (consistent with another review). The last two times they took a very long time to get my order to me. At first I wanted to think it was just because they were busy, but today it was rainy, the restaurant was almost empty, and they had plenty of people working there. I just ordered 2 appetizers (edamame & veggie rolls). The person who took my order said it would be 5-10 minutes. I waited 25 minutes and half of the order was cold by the time I got it. They have exhausted all of my excuses for them and I won't be returning.
(1)Nastassia S.
So far I have liked everything up until I tried their Lo Mein. Honesty, if this was the first place that I ordered Lo Mein, I would have thought it was the cheapest, unappealing Asian dish you could buy. The noodles were not soft like you would expect egg noodles to be. In fact, it just tasted like thick spaghetti pasta (it could probably be...). Also, it tasted like they just dumped soy sauce in there. The veggies were fine, but honestly it felt like someone with my level of cooking skills (beginner/lazy) prepared the dish. I could have made this myself! Soy sauce, spaghetti pasta, chicken and veggies...zap in the microwave...MEAL! In closing, just don't order the Lo Mein :D
(3)Arjun M.
nothing special. end of story.
(2)Michael F.
Quality is down from what it used to be. They dilute their curry sauces with water. It is so obvious you can see it when look at your dish. Masaman chicken is now flavorless because the owner uses water instead of cream...
(3)Kyle E.
I wanted to really like this place bc I always see it busy during lunch. It just didn't happen for me. I ordered the namesake Tin Drum which is curry chicken over rice and spinach. I think it kinda had a weird taste to it. I've had plenty of curry chicken before so I know this tasted a bit off. Not in a foul way , it just had a distinct flavor that was odd to me. The portion size was good. The place is really small and fills up very fast at lunch so you better go before 12:15 If you want a table. All in all I did have buyers remorse after spending 10 dollars on only okay Thai.
(2)alyson l.
WORST MANAGEMENT EVER today I waited 20 minutes for a to-go lunch that never arrived. I watched as they messed up 5 orders in front of me. running out food-then taking it back, missing parts of orders, basically every person got served with great attention and detail, and I was the only one left alone. I marched up the the cash register, no one was around, I said, "EXCUSE ME" very loudly and someone sauntered over. I demanded my money back, and my lunch. the cashier took my receipt down to the kitchen, I waited more. He returned to tell me "That order has already been filled" I was furious. "It's your fault that you gave it to the wrong person." He gave me my 7.51 back. I asked about food, I asked if they ever wanted me to eat there again. blank stares. I told them that I would post this on yelp. I am also writing a letter to the owner to let them know that the quality control at this location is non-existent. I took my 7 dollars down the street to Doa Vietnamese and had a delicious Bun :) thats what I recommend. skip this Americanized shit on a stick and go for the real thing if you are craving asian food downtown.
(1)Mollie N.
There is a wonderful thai restaurant in my home town. The food is beyond compare, there. Ever since moving to Atlanta, my heart has been aching for some good Thai food. I'm a Georgia State student and I pass by this place all the time, but the reviews on Yelp made me hesitant. Usually I give restaurants the benefit of the doubt when it comes to stuff like this, though (believe me, whats delicious to me could be disgusting for someone else). I didn't have any real plans to try this place until I found out I had 10 free bucks to spend on this place. Hard to argue with free food. I hastily made my way over to Tin Drum just in time for dinner. I ordered my favorite Thai dish, the Massaman curry. I waited about 15 minutes which didn't bother me too much. I brought my food home. The portions are pretty big, although I'm still not entirely convinced its worth the price. In short, the food was pretty unmemorable. Massaman shouldn't be close to tasteless but they managed to do it. There was maybe 4 strips of chicken in the entire curry which was disappointing. I'm not too bent out if shape because I didn't actually pay for my food, so I cant imagine how the people who did must feel. Don't waste your time and money on this place. Broad street has tastier and cheaper options for you.
(1)Katie C.
This place is your typical get in and get out lunch stop for GSU students and those that work in the area. I have no idea how they know who ordered what once you sit down, but i've never gotten the wrong food or been forgotten. BTW- there is a whole other sitting area in the back if the front is filled. The Thai Tea is the best thing on the menu! The pad thai is good and the portions are big for the price. good cheap american/asian food, nothing more, nothing less.
(3)Vivien P.
This place caught my attention because of the interior setup. Very modern, and clean. The food comes out very fast and they give a pretty good amount for being so cheap. You order at the cashier and take a seat until they bring your food out to you. Which still perplexs me how they know which customers order which. The food comes out pretty quickly. I haven't tried a lot on the menu, only been there twice but the menu is very diverse. I usually come with a friend so we would trade portions. but I haven't taste anything amazing.
(3)Radhika S.
I went to lunch today after class along with the rest of the GA State students and nearby corporate people. The place was packed and I was worried I wouldn't make it to my next class in time. They have this great iPad system where you can quickly order food and pay. The staff was very kind and answered all my questions about the menu. The food came quickly and I was in and out within 15 minutes. I had the Tin Drum curry which was very satisfying, the crab and cheese roll is to DIE FOR! I am definitely hooked. Can't wait til next time!
(5)Blair S.
It was a little hard to rate Tin Drum. I worked nearby so this was a frequent lunch option. Service at lunch time was fast sometimes. Slow sometimes. Very slow sometimes. The food was OK but not memorable. The portions are great on the dishes I tried. At lunchtime the restaurant can be pretty crowded, with a line flowing out the door on some days - even in bad weather. I suggest you avoid waiting outside on one of those days or you'll be disappointed. Go on a day when you can't see the line from a block away. If you're in a rush, phone or fax your order in ahead of time.
(3)Whitney L.
I don't know why this place has so many negative reviews when the line is out the door and down the steps every day around noon. Obviously people like it, and I am one of those people. I've only had the Sweet and Sour stir fry, and I really really like it! It automatically comes with chicken, which I like fine. But I get it with tofu now and prefer that. The sauce it comes in is great, and isn't your traditional out of a jar tasting sweet and sour sauce. I always get fried rice (which is $2.00 extra) and it has a really good flavor to it. I like fried rice at most places fine, but this is really good. Something about it is a little more flavorful. I only drink water, which is free. But if I did get a drink, plus the fried rice, plus the regular price of a meal I have about a $12-$13 dollar lunch, which is a little pricey for something so casual. Everyone that goes seems to like everything they get, because I only see clean plates left on tables and never heard a complaint. I only suggest going if you have an hour for lunch. The line can take a while to get through and when they're really busy obviously the food is going to take a few minutes. Also, during lunch time, the to go service is a little slower than you might expect, or want. Just go before or after noon if you don't have much time. The service isn't out of this world, but all the employees have been nice enough. Also, I've never had anything wrong with or missing from my order, which I really appreciate. However, I do wish they would keep an eye on what's going on in the restaurant a little better. Two times I have been in here and 2 different homeless men have wandered in. Both of them smelled so terrible that my stomach turned as they walked by. Not good when you're trying to eat! The first time, one man came in an pestered everyone for food and money. The second time, a different man came in and did some very very gross things in the restroom. I know this because I was getting a drink (which is near the restroom) when a lady opened the unlocked door and everyone around saw everything. Yikes.
(4)Rick S.
Had the chili ramen, it was ok and the price was reasonable. The meal was delivered to my table by a server wearing nitrile gloves, which for some reason put me at ease. Unfortunately, during my time in the restaurant I watched the same server walk into the restroom (with the gloves on) and return with the gloves on.....beware!
(1)Greg S.
Unfortunately, I have tried multiple times to like this place because it *seems* like it could possibly have a tasty, healthier food option or two among the glut of fast food restaurants on Broad. However, it has failed. Yet again. This time it was Chicken and Broccoli to-go. My order came out in less than 3 minutes (which was a little concerning given that the last time I ordered from there it took over 15 minutes for a cup of soup and a basil roll). When I opened it up, it was about 70% rice and 30% chicken with a few overcooked broccoli pieces thrown in at the last minute. However, the broccoli ended up being the tastiest item as the chicken tasted old, and musty and was dry. It may have been frozen and was chopped beyond recognition. I had the broccoli and a sane portion of the rice they provided and chucked the rest. I hope something new comes to this street this year, it is sorely needed.
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