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!**

" Was recommended by a friend, and I'm glad I came. The crab rangoon was as good as people say, crispy and rich. However, I found the ambiance lacking, with a somewhat messy dining area. Food is what I came for though, and it didn’t disappoint! Would recommend if you can handle the atmosphere. " (*Curated Review*)

" Joy Food is delicious! Every single time I order, the food is hot and fresh. The portions are generous, too. The crab rangoon is a favorite of mine—just the right amount of cream cheese and crispy dumpling. Can’t recommend them enough, especially for takeout! " (*Curated Review*)

" Absolutely love this place! The Kung Pao Chicken was exquisitely authentic, bursting with flavor. You can tell the ingredients are fresh and well-prepared. The service was friendly and quick! Will definitely be coming back for more. " (*Curated Review*)

" I made a point to try this restaurant after all the hype, and boy, I was not disappointed! The food is delicious and the menu offers plenty of variety. I loved how the curry shrimp tasted authentic and spicy! The only downside was the seating, which is quite limited. Still worth it for the takeout, though! " (*Curated Review*)

" Joy Food serves up authentic and delicious Chinese food! Their sweet and sour chicken was fantastic, and I couldn’t get enough of their fried rice. The only downside was the atmosphere; it felt a bit disheveled. Regardless, the food more than makes up for it. I would suggest getting your meal to go if you want to enjoy a better ambiance at home. " (*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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