Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 139 reviews

What sndhfhhsjs doesn't like about Lantern House:
This restaurant used to be great many years ago, but now it is awful. The food is cheap, tasteless, and not enjoyable. All Chinese takeaways seem to be similar in quality now. I really miss the delicious food that it used to have. The last time I ate here, my gut feeling told me it wasn't good, but I decided to give it a try anyway. That was a big mistake. The curry tasted like gravy, the bamboo cashew nuts were bad,... View all feedback. What theaverys34 likes about Lantern House:
I had a great dining experience tonight at The Lantern House on Hatfield Road. The food was delicious and served piping hot. I picked up my order and the assistant was polite and efficient. (I am not affiliated with them, just wanted to give credit where it's due). They also have a 5-star hygiene rating from the council. Well done! View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 44 reviews
theaverys34
12.01.2024 - 21:48

I had a great dining experience tonight at The Lantern House on Hatfield Road. The food was delicious and served piping hot. I picked up my order and the assist...

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sndhfhhsjs
12.01.2024 - 21:48

This restaurant used to be great many years ago, but now it is awful. The food is cheap, tasteless, and not enjoyable. All Chinese takeaways seem to be similar...

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terrybH4901LO
12.01.2024 - 21:48

The chicken in our meal was not cooked properly it was very rubbery and a couple of pieces were a bit pink inside. We phoned them to tell them about it and was...

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Wu
12.01.2024 - 21:48

I left a two star review six months ago. The food was so bad I binned it. The last five times I have been there the food has been superb. The exception was the...

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steve
12.01.2024 - 21:48

Rang up 30 mins later the food arrived, piping hot every aspect was first class, this is my goto Chinese restaurant forever.

The Lantern House has garnered a wide spectrum of reviews, reflecting its fluctuating quality over the years. Once a beloved local favorite, it now finds itself in a state of inconsistency. Some diners lament tasteless, poorly prepared dishes, particularly criticizing the chicken and curry offerings, while others have recently praised the food’s flavor and freshness, enjoying favorites like spring rolls and prawn crackers. The restaurant boasts a strong hygiene rating, and many customers appreciate the friendly service. As it stands, the Lantern House remains a controversial yet promising option for Chinese takeaway enthusiasts in St Albans.

Google
4.2 ★ from 59 reviews
Reshma
18.03.2024 - 17:46

The service was fantastic, the food was delicious, and it arrived on time. We also appreciated the extra touch of the fortune cookies. Thank you!

Gastroranking-uk
4.0 ★ from 36 reviews

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