Red Lantern - Yelm

My husband and I found ourselves in Yelm during lunchtime, feeling hangry and not expecting to find a good vegan meal. Despite the unassuming strip mall appeara... read more My husband and I found ourselves in Yelm during lunchtime, feeling hangry and not expecting to find a good vegan meal. Despite the unassuming strip mall appearance, we were pleasantly surprised by the Pottery Barn-classy decor inside. The bathrooms were exceptionally clean and heated, which was a nice touch. The service was prompt, friendly, and accommodating to our vegan needs, even omitting oyster sauce from our stir-fry. Our order arrived quickly, and the food was absolutely fantastic. The tofu spring rolls were freshly rolled and fried, not frozen. The almond stir fry had a delicate flavor and fresh veggies, with the option to add chilies and soy sauce for extra kick. The highlight was the green curry, which we agreed was the best we had ever tasted, with a well-defined yet delicate flavor and a variety of perfectly steamed vegetables. We decided then and there to make this restaurant a regular stop whenever we travel north from our home in Portland. Overall, a new favorite spot for us.

I absolutely adore the food, staff, and family who own Red Lantern. They have a great understanding of vegan options, with the ability to veganize most dishes i... read more I absolutely adore the food, staff, and family who own Red Lantern. They have a great understanding of vegan options, with the ability to veganize most dishes if needed. My favorite dishes are the Ginger Joy, Mongolian Tofu, and Thai fried rice. The atmosphere is lovely, despite the deceiving exterior.

I absolutely love this restaurant! I've dined here a dozen times and have never been disappointed. The service is always friendly and quick, and the food is con... read more I absolutely love this restaurant! I've dined here a dozen times and have never been disappointed. The service is always friendly and quick, and the food is consistently delicious. My favorites are the Red Lantern Chicken, Coconut Delight, and Singapore Noodles – you can't go wrong with any of them!

The restaurant has a clean and inviting atmosphere, complemented by friendly staff. Although I usually wait a little longer for my food than I prefer, it’s neve... read more The restaurant has a clean and inviting atmosphere, complemented by friendly staff. Although I usually wait a little longer for my food than I prefer, it’s never excessive. Their peanut chicken—whatever the exact name is—ranks among the most delicious dishes I've ever tasted, and I’m generally not a huge fan of drumsticks. Overall, I would rate the food 5 out of 5.

This is a fantastic spot in town for a lovely sit-down dinner. The staff was incredibly friendly, and the food was excellent. I will definitely return and recom... read more This is a fantastic spot in town for a lovely sit-down dinner. The staff was incredibly friendly, and the food was excellent. I will definitely return and recommend it to anyone seeking a fine dining experience in Yelm. Food: 5/5.