Lotus Xpress

Lotus Xpress

Enjoy delicious, budget-friendly Chinese cuisine at Lotus Xpress in Joplin, MO. Featuring drive-thru, dine-in, and takeout options with favorites like Kung Pao chicken, orange chicken, egg drop soup, and crab rangoon. Wheelchair accessible with free parking, perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Welcome to Lotus Xpress

Lotus Xpress
Lotus Xpress
Lotus Xpress
Lotus Xpress

Lotus Xpress welcomes you to a unique fast food Chinese dining experience in the heart of Joplin, MO. Located at 801 E 20th St #7b, we serve up classic Chinese dishes that are perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack, all priced between $1 and $10. Whether you're a university student or a busy local, our casual and trendy atmosphere offers a quiet refuge with authentic flavors just minutes away.

Our drive-through, dine-in, and takeaway options cater to your convenience while maintaining freshness and warmth in every dish. Bring your friends or dine solo—Lotus Xpress fits your pace and style.

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Location & Contact

Address

801 E 20th St #7b, Joplin, MO 64804, United States

Hotline

+1 417-691-8552

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Food Menu

Lotus Xpress stands out for its accessibility and convenience. We provide wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, seating, and restrooms to ensure everyone feels welcome. Our menu features comfort food staples like orange chicken, kung pao chicken, and hot and sour soup, alongside quick bites such as crab rangoons and egg rolls. Our prices are budget-friendly, offering the best value for money in Joplin without compromising quality. Payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, making transactions swift and contactless.

We are popular during peak dinner hours, especially Fridays at 6 PM, but early visits around 10 AM or late evening visits help you avoid the rush. Reservations are accepted for those who want to guarantee a spot. Our friendly and reliable staff ensure service speed and quality, letting you enjoy your meal without delay.

About

Lotus Xpress

Lotus Xpress
Lotus Xpress
Lotus Xpress
Lotus Xpress

Lotus Xpress is more than just a Chinese restaurant; it is a community staple in Joplin, known for its consistent quality and rapid service. Since opening, we've attracted not only university students but also families, locals, and visitors seeking authentic Chinese comfort food at unbeatable prices. Our menu highlights include the celebrated 'meme' chicken—a tender, flavorful favorite praised for real chicken pieces rather than processed nuggets—and the highly recommended general chicken.

Every customer enjoys our complimentary egg drop soup, reinforcing our commitment to hospitality. Our dining room offers a casual and quiet vibe, enhanced by an aesthetic that nods to nostalgia, connecting guests with a heartfelt dining experience. We also provide free street and lot parking to simplify your visit. Lotus Xpress represents a bonding spot where neighbors and new friends share good food and good times, embodying the spirit of Joplin's vibrant food scene.

Lotus Xpress

Lotus Xpress commits to delivering affordable, authentic Chinese flavors with speed and care. They envision creating a neighborhood staple where quality meets convenience and everyone feels valued. Accessibility is key, evident in their wheelchair-friendly facilities and accommodating service options including reservation acceptance and mobile payment methods. The team prioritizes customer satisfaction by consistently serving fresh, well-prepared dishes without compromises. Their passion for genuine comfort food and community ties fuels the mission to be Joplin’s trusted spot for quick, delicious meals that keep people coming back time and again.

Reviews

What Clients Say

It's these little hole in the wall type places that'll getcha everytime 💯 💯 Incredibly nice staff, excellent atmosphere with a sprinkle of nostalgia Food was hot, tender and delicious. The "meme" chicken is fantastic. Not your lazy chicken nuggets thrown into some sauce, these are the real real chicken pieces. Tender and flavored to perfection 🤌 Fried rice is on point. Rice is properly cooked and not overly seasoned. Egg roll is delicious. It was a little soggy, but was devoured without prejudice. The wife got sweet and sour chicken and had the same opinion overall. "a toast to lotus xpress!!" she says 💯 💯 💯 Excellent job guys 💪💪👏👏

Vincent I.
Vincent I.

I love this place for quick and inexpensive Chinese food. That is also probably the best bang for your buck... Drive-thru or eat in side.

Eric W.
Eric W.

First visit was tonight, dine in. It was recommended to me since I was in Joplin for the evening. The general chicken was out of bounds. And the complementary egg drop soup was fantastic. Fastest service ever on dine. Strongly recommend!

Richard N.
Richard N.

My family and I eat here every other week and everytime we talk about how wonderful this place is. Our food is done so fast and always delicious. The prices are unbeatable and we especially love the complimentary soup. ❤️

Madison F.
Madison F.

We've never eat in always took it to go. They give it to you all wrapped up. Only a time or two was the taste a little off but never bad. Orange chicken, chicken lomein, beef lomein chicken fried rice, egg drop soup & 4 egg rolls was usually our order.

John L.
John L.

Great food authentic American style Chinese. Excellent prices and a wide selection. Superb Cooks and very helpful and curteous staff. This place stays busy, they have dine in, take out and drive thru as well. Clean restrooms. Dining area is simple but clean and cozy.

Morpheus M.
Morpheus M.