Joy Food

Chinese Restaurant $ 4.3 (178)


Joy Food is a casual Chinese restaurant that offers a range of dishes praised for their authenticity and freshness. While the food quality tends to receive positive remarks, there are concerns about the cleanliness of the dining area and occasional service inconsistencies.

Overall:

4.2

(154 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.2

Atmosphere:

3.3

Service:

3.9


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (859) 971-1388

Address: 258 E Brannon Rd, Nicholasville, KY 40356, USA

Opening hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available

Offerings

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Vegetarian Options Available

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Good for Children

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" I recently tried Joy Food for the first time and was pleasantly surprised! The sweet and sour chicken was delightful, and the portion sizes were generous. The atmosphere, however, was a bit cramped and not the best for dining in. But overall, it was a wonderful experience! " (*Curated Review*)

" Fantastic experience overall! Went here for lunch with a friend, and we shared a lot of dishes. The egg rolls were crispy and flavorful, while the shrimp fried rice was a hit! Great value for money too! This restaurant is definitely on my list for future visits. " (*Curated Review*)

" After visiting this restaurant multiple times, I've got to say, the food quality is really inconsistent. One visit, the lo mein was perfectly seasoned, but on another, it was overcooked and dried out. The service is always friendly, but it can feel under-staffed during busy hours. I do love that they make everything fresh, though! Not sure if I'll make this my go-to place anymore. " (*Curated Review*)

" While many rave about Joy Food, I found my experience to be average at best. Arrived for dinner and the food took quite a while to be served. The sesame chicken was tasty, but the fried rice was bland. The dining area could use improvement as well. Service was decent, and staff were friendly. " (*Curated Review*)

" Nice local place! The chicken fried rice was very good, but the service could improve in speed. I had to wait a while to place my order, but once I got the food, I was happy with it. This is a good spot for a quick takeout. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (144)

" I was excited to try Joy Food after hearing great things, but I left feeling a bit disappointed. The food was decent, but it didn’t quite match the authenticity I expected. I had the fried rice, which was a bit bland, and the egg rolls lacked crunch. Service was okay, but the atmosphere felt dirty. I might give it another shot for takeout, but I won’t dine in again. " (*Curated Review*)

" I had a rather mixed experience at Joy Food. While the food was tasty, especially the crab rangoon, the overall atmosphere felt off. The dining area could use a thorough cleaning, which definitely impacted my experience. The staff was friendly, but they seemed overwhelmed during the dinner rush. I might consider takeout next time. " (*Curated Review*)

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