Lanterns - Ipswich

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Lanterns

Lanterns
4.3 / 5 (3223 reviews)

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Lanterns restaurant in Ipswich received mixed reviews from customers. Some expressed disappointment in the quality of the food, citing undercooked rice, lack of ingredients in dishes, and unprofessional behavior from staff. Others praised the delicious, hot, and fresh food, as well as the friendly and helpful service. The fixed-price menu was a hit with customers, who enjoyed the option to eat as much as they wanted cooked to order. Overall, opinions varied on Lanterns, with some recommending it for great Chinese food, while others felt let down by the dining experience.

Last update: 23.02.2026 from: Angel

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★ 4.3 / 5 from 3223 reviews

Was Florence Ward at Lanterns a mag?
If you want awesome Chinese food this is the place, the a la carte menu is a little expensive compared to others but when you get your food you won't be that bothered as it's superb, some of the best Chinese ribs I've ever had and along with the two girls we had serve us who were both extremely helpful polite and actually smiled when they met you and brought you your food which is very rare these days, would definite... View all feedback.

What Angel Ceccoli dislikes about Lanterns:
Upon our arrival, we had to wait a short while in an invisible line before being seated. Unfortunately, the menu was not explained to us, so we had to seek out a waitress to ask for clarification. Once we understood how it all worked, we were able to enjoy our buffet lunch. The variety of starters and mains offered were all delicious and catered to different tastes. Our family of five had a great time. It was also Mo... View all feedback.

helen-747
22.02.2019

Beautiful fixed price menu, eat as much as they all cooked to order, better than a help themselves buffet. if they don't want that to eat anything they like price menu. then they can order different menu money for each article of their choice. friendly, chatting staff, busy for a Wednesday, but still no problems with service and eating everything was hot, although they never got my pan sizzling bark wrong, brought garnel out, but they offered to get us them free and my proper order. I was glad to keep the garnels to avoid delays. very tasty, so no problem with me.

vaidotas-7
29.11.2017

The best Chinese in ipswich would be considered a massive understatement! every waitress will welcome her with a warm smile and they are really extraordinary! eating is just a second to none, fresh, taste and easy the best smoked chicken I had the pleasure to eat! the chef is top notch and I will continue to eat in lanterns as long as I live! a total of 10/10 experience from beginning to end every time without mistake. once again the smoked chicken is divine!

sonia-1044
27.05.2020

Simply the best Chinese in ipswich! the food was delicious, hot and fresh. the service was fast. the waitresses are friendly and helpful. a good drink selection premium beer (peroni on hahn) and the bill at the end of the night was very reasonable. I'll be gone to take away from now on. I can't wait for my next visit.

angel
26.04.2024

Upon our arrival, we had to wait a short while in an invisible line before being seated. Unfortunately, the menu was not explained to us, so we had to seek out a waitress to ask for clarification. Once we understood how it all worked, we were able to enjoy our buffet lunch. The variety of starters and mains offered were all delicious and catered to different tastes. Our family of five had a great time. It was also Mother's Day, and my mum was offered a complimentary glass of Prosseco, which she declined as she does not drink. It would have been nice if a non-alcoholic alternative was offered, but it was not a big deal. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience.

herrmann-joanna
26.04.2024

This isthe second time we have eaten here, first was a birthday, second was on valentines day. Both times the place was very busy but this did not affect our dining experience. The wait for food was no different to any other restaurant where food is cooked fresh. The food itself is amazing and we both agree they are the best ribs we have had in any establishment (from Norwich and this includes the many slow cooked/smoked/rib specialists there). Would recommend this restaurant to anybody, not just the all you can fanatics. Decor is very pleasant, staff very friendly and approachable.

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    Mixed Hors D' Oeuvres (Minimum For Two Person)
    Mixed Hors D' Oeuvres (Minimum For Two Person)
    Barbecue Spare Ribs Dry Or With Bbq Sauce
    Barbecue Spare Ribs Dry Or With Bbq Sauce
    Butterfly King Prawn In Breadcrumbs With Sweet Chilli Sauce
    Butterfly King Prawn In Breadcrumbs With Sweet Chilli Sauce
    Salt & Pepper Chilli Prawn
    Salt & Pepper Chilli Prawn
    Minced Chicken With Lettuce Wrap & Plum Sauce
    Minced Chicken With Lettuce Wrap & Plum Sauce
    Mixed Vegetable With Lettuce Wrap & Plum Sauce
    Mixed Vegetable With Lettuce Wrap & Plum Sauce

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