Restaurants in Lowell

“they were so kind! I came in 30 mins before closing with out realizing until I started eating my meal. They didn't rush me at all. I did leave prior to closing. I appreciate the good food and friendly atmosphere and kind staff. thank you! -Megan and service dog zorro”

“My 1st experience was great/ friendly and delicious! I’ll be back.”

“Decent option for large portion lunch specials.

Been in Lowell quite a bit lately and stopped by twice to try their lunch specials. Both times, I was the only person dining in, though there were a few takeout orders going out. The owner was super friendly and while the restaurant seemed like a single man operation, everything came out quick.

The food. The portions for most dishes were easily double what I’d expected from a typical appetizer/ lunch specials. Unfortunately, the overall quality was subpar. Some small plates, like the spare ribs, were clearly reheated in the microwave, and the excess moisture from the thawing process was clearly visible on the bottom of the plate. General Tso’s chicken had thick and soggy breading and very little meat, which made it a carb-heavy bite. Since it had been fried and frozen beforehand, it tasted almost identical to one of those frozen Chinese chicken plates from grocery stores. Thankfully, the pork belly dishes held better even after freezing. Both the garlic chili pork belly and the double cooked pork belly were genuinely enjoyable.

Overall, better than food-court Chinese, but not quite on par with average Boston Chinese restaurants. Lowell’s Chinese food scene is pretty underwhelming, so it might be worth a stop if you’re looking for an inexpensive yet filling meal.”

“Tried the cheeseburger, Rangoon, buffalo chicken and classic pork. Hands down for me the classic are amazing!!! Cannot wait to visit again. Super friendly staff!”

“Two years ago I switched my allegiance from Haute Coffee in Concord, MA to Nibbana Cafe in Lowell. While the coffee at Haute is indeed very good (Counter Culture beans, not local), I find the staff there a bit impersonal. Seating is also quite limited. Nibbana has equally good coffee (if not better, which is really saying something), provided by Tiny Arms, a local roaster. There is plenty of seating and parking at their location at Western Avenue Studios. The coffee is generally light-to-medium roast and they offer an array of interesting, unusual coffee drinks (I only drink espresso, straight, so I can't comment on those). At the time of this review, they have been cranking out lots of new food items. The staff is extremely friendly, always offering a welcoming smile and an enthusiastic "Enjoy!" when I pick up my order. The owners truly live by what Buddhists call "right living". They are very community-focused, and it shows. If you haven't checked out Nibbana, you're really missing out on a special place.”

“You have to try this place. Very tasty food. Freshly prepared Extra generous portions of meat, huge portion size. Not from the area, but worth the ride. Will be ordering more for sure”

“Awesome menu, great tunes, even better people! Cal Beef sandwich & The Colada smoothie are my go-to, and the new breakfast menu is also a hit! Eat-in or grab takeout, they have something for everyone.”

“Easy parking across the street, food was good and lots of history inside you can almost feel the past when looking around.
Just needs a little more lighting, brighten the place up...”

“Outstanding food. Great waitresses. Awesome. Atmosphere. Love the place.”

“Great service food was great the lady I talked to is so kind”

“I ordered the grilled beef Sandwich, egg rolls and spring rolls. Everything I ate was delicious and fresh tasting.”

“What an amazing restaurant in the most ideal location in Lowell. Today was my first time having entered the beautiful location and had take out. I can without a doubt state that my husband and I will be coming in and be patrons because of the friendly service, unique style, and most definitely the fresh ingredients used in their menu. Thank you for helping me on a stressful day and so happy I finally came in!”

“Oh My Gods! This place! Came here with a friend who has celiacs and what a find. The food is incredibly flavorful, the portions are amazing, the Lavender coffee is amazing, and the current soup of the day is Chefs kiss!! Amazing, overall I recommend it to everyone!! Will most certainly be returning.”

“We got 2 large platters (one hot and one raw) for 4 adults. WoW. That was a lot of food. The presentation was beautiful, one on a boat and the other on a bridge. The pieces were huge and very fresh. A lot of different combinations to try. The waitstaff was so nice. Highly recommend!”

“First time visiting. We visit a lot of Mexican restaurants in and around the North Shore, and have our favorites. This is for sure a new favorite for us. The customer service at the location in Malden was excellent, our waitress was so polite, personable, and the right amount of attentive. The restaurant was spotless, I mean, SPOTLESS, including the restroom. The rest of the staff checked in, and the food was excellent.”

“So delish!! Nice and toasty seating, friendly, and just yummy! 5 stars”

“I've been coming here for over 10 years and it still is the best Colombian food around. The empanadas are so delicious and you can order them in bulk for a party and they will always be a crowd pleaser! Good for takeout or enjoy in the restaurant.”

“Wonderful venue to enjoy great food and drinks, local music and a warm chill vibe. The bar staff and waitstaff are very friendly and attentive to your needs.”

“Excellent service an food was amazing”

“Amazing food! We order here regularly”

“very yummy food. Excellent service!”

“Awesome first time experience and very fast service, our waitress was great and they were all dressed up for Halloween 👻 🎃”

“so so good, been wanting to try and now we need to come back and try more. service and food was outstanding”

“it really is a hidden gem! great food for a great and affordable price. service was super kind and caring to our needs, and took our requests with a smile. we reordered an item for a second time, the first being good so we got it again, and the quality somehow got better! really attentive to customers and details. overall, great experience!”

“Good food. Good portions, good prices, quick delivery. I love their soups, especially the egg drop and hot and sour.
I love that they deliver late and quickly.”

“Best Indian restaurant in Lowell please all go here! :) We came here for an anniversary dinner and they provided us with free desert and papad. :) 🙏🕉️🇮🇳♻️ Jai Shree Ram 🐏

Vegetarian options: Lot of them

Parking: Free and easy behind a temple :)”

“This place isn’t really sit down and dine, more of a takeout spot. I recommend getting the order D8; it’s a plate with great amount of portions they really don't leave out! Everything tasted amazing and so full of flavor I’m glad I ate here. The price for a meal that actually fills me up which taste bomb is everything I could ask for in Chinese food.”

“Big thanks to the service by the two women who stopped a fraudulent order from my hacked Grubhub account and then also processed the refund after Grubhub initially wouldn't. Glad I called you before you started the order! Also, if the manager or someone would like to message me, I would like to Venmo them each a tip for their help. Saved me $56. Just mention Nick from Wisconsin and they'll probably remember it. Next time I'm in the Boston of Nashua area I'll have to stop by!”

“We got a pizza here which pretty much had "everything on it". They have a name for it on the menu, but I forget exactly what it's called. It was quite good, and not a ripoff considering how much toppings were on it. Unlike some other pizzerias in the area that may or may not start with a "Z" in their name.”

“You can never go wrong from there subs to there chicken Alfredo pizza 🔥🔥”

“One of the very few Dunkins that get your order correct”

“Amazing service great workers”

“Very nice fast food place. It's the place to go when you just don't feel like cooking gets you really full and all set. The wait is not long at all and very nice overral.”

“I wasn't feeling good the day I stopped and got breakfast. The same as they made was on point. I went through the drive-thru, but it was clean on the outside and in the parking lot. Which is a surprise for Lowell.”

“I love your store and I congratulate you for your service”

“it's relaxing great coffee ☕”

“Having been to Cambodia a couple times, I like Khmer food and it’s not always easy to find. I was in Lowell for an appointment and seeing how many Cambodian restaurants there were in the area, I picked this spot for lunch. The food was so delicious - I had the combination stuffed chicken wing and beef sausage, which came with a nice bowl of herbal chicken soup, pickled veggies and rice. It’s a small, hole in the wall restaurant run by a nice family and it’s reasonably priced. I’ll definitely come back.”

“Ived Missed Having Bootmills From Arthurs Diner. I stopped by with my little one yesterday it brought back many Great Memories from when I was young. We Ordered the guys working there where really nice,food was good as always. Thank ”

“Went here for the for the first time and everything was amazing the food and the customer service ! Everything was cooked perfectly, the lady who rang me was the sweetest I definitely recommend this place.”

“The smokiness of the Mango Fried Rice is wonderful, snd the fermented pork salad is divine! Always great flavors!”

“Looking for a chipper & a couple Guinness, you found the place. Nice staff and doing great before a hockey game at Tsongas on a Saturday afternoon. Talking to a couple folks who go there often they all love it.
Later College crowd, so if that energy is good you are in the right place.”

“If you really want a delicious breakfast, dont wait any longer. This is the place you have been waiting for. Food is better than a fancy breakfast place, and prices are unbeatable”

“Used to live right off of Gorham street and would have Georges weekly! Miss it! Go out of our way to get take out there now. Great customer service always and friendly staff. Everything is delicious from the steak or chicken kebab dinners that rice with the red sauce, to the steak and cheese subs.. seriously THE BEST!”

“this was my favorite place before and cant wait to get back. just found out open again.”

“One of the best salads around. Greek salad with a scoop of their delicious tuna is my favorite. Always fresh and crunchy. Excellent service with a smile every time.”

“First visit today, the bread is amazing!!! Love it❤”

“Ordered the Time Out Club and Time Bomb paninis. It was delicious and will definitely order again. Can't believe I've been overlooking this place! Looking forward to trying other items soon 😋”

“delicious fried chicken 👍👍👍”

“Great cheese steak and pizza!!”

“My husband and I tried out this restaurant and were very happy we did. The food was exceptional, service was great, and we enjoyed the atmosphere. We will definitely be going back.”

“Last Friday afternoon had Friendly service delicious food . The cook came out to ask how me and my kids food was and asked if we needed anything friendly staff def planning on going again 😊”

“The service is prompt, courteous, and attentive! The drinks are creative and presented well. The food? You MUST go there to experience the amazing profile and range of flavors in these dishes. From the appetizers, to the entrees, and even the desserts, you will be blown away! The $1 oysters (Blue Point, Hello?) are freshly shucked and served with chontaduro sauce (native Colombian fruit) that is sweet, tart, spicy, and VERY addictive. The menu changes seasonally, which always makes me wonder what tantalizing dishes the chef will come up with next! The patacones, empanadas, and chicken wings (sweet or SPICY) are always top notch. The SPICY wings, in particular, are the BEST I've ever had, and I've had plenty! A special shout out to any dish featuring pork belly. The way it's prepared (crispy but not burned) makes it a welcome component in any entree or appetizer, whether it's the star ingredient or a supporting role. Finally, a special request for the chef: PLEASE bring back the baby back ribs (with the AMAZING Panela syrup)! Panela, in my opinion, is THE go-to restaurant in Lowell for anyone looking for a unique tasting experience, as well as top notch service.”

“Have always enjoyed our trips to the IV Seasons. Haddock is excellant as is their beef pot roast, (2 of my favorites! Comfy atmosphere, great wait staff !”

“We visited this restaurant for the first time today and had an excellent lunch. Everyone was pleased with their choices including the appetizers. The potato skins were my favorite. We all sampled their delicious deserts, too. We were a large party and had an excellent server who allowed us to take our time and visit. Their outdoor seating looked beautiful so hope we can go back and try dining outside.”

“Haven’t been here for 20 years and wanted to try it again. Wonderful experience. Friendly staff and Gino our server was great. Food was excellent .Mom and I each had the lamb garnish -highly recommend. Definitely coming back.”

“Enjoyed an awesome Creamy Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese for lunch!! They also have delicious pastries for breakfast!!”

“Very quaint and comfortable atmosphere. The food and drinks are fantastic . The inside is very nice and the staff are impeccable people. Great place to get out and relax for a bit no pressure pure bliss!”

“It's an institution in Lowell. I grew up in Lowell and when I go back its one of favorite places to go. Its so hard to find these great old school places. Stop by and support them, you won't regret it!”

“great cook to order food. friendly atmosphere toys games and coloring books for the kids if it's not on the menu ask they may have it.”

“Must commend Avni for the excellent service provided by her.”

“Delicious and wide variety to choose from”

“Dude this food was so tasty. They have buy 1 get one free tikka masala on door dash only. And their NaaN bread is so good and simosa too. The flavors that came off my plate were crazy…good stuff!!!9.3/10”

“Great price ... Great service .... Luckiest place to play lottery...”

“Welcoming team, Spanish dishes situated in the center of Lowell, MA. I have visited this location more than 30 times, and every visit has been a delightful experience. Their prices for the quantity of food offered are quite reasonable and consistently tasty. The store is well-stocked with the essentials typically found in most shops, and I must emphasize how welcoming the staff is every single time I visit. If you have the opportunity to visit and experience this hidden gem, you will surely be pleased.”

“love love love their soft,sweet,huge pillows of love that they call "vanilla cream filled donut" 😋🍩 the fruity pebbles donut is texturally amazing on top of the sweet creamy love pillow 😂 thanks guys for keeping this girl chunky ❣️ 🤣”

“Great bakery...amazing pastry and coffee! Highly recommended!”

“Yummy Green Goddess Grain bowl and iced ocean blue latte followed by a Mexican hot chocolate latte for dessert. Love the vibe. Love the food. Please please open a cafe in Rhode Island, preferably in Newport or Middletown. :) See you again soon!”

“love it here. great beer, vibe, food trucks.... and even my dog & kids love it here. Wish they had seltzer more often so I could entice my wife to join me.”

“Rizzo’s is my go to place for takeout. They have a wide variety to choose from. Their food is very good, and the delivery service is fast and friendly. The last couple of times,I got a surprise with my orders. The piece of chocolate cake this time was very much appreciated. Love Rizzo’s.”

“Oh my! We asked our front desk clerk at our hotel , Sonesta Select, for a good place to eat. Before I could finish the sentence she told me Cameo Diner. Holy Smokes! I am so very glad I asked! Wonderful food, excellent service, fair prices, quintessential Boston. It’s really is like Cheers! Everyone knew everyone and made you feel like they knew you, as well! If you are in Lowell, do yourself a favor and eat here! We had breakfast and like I said absolutely amazing place to eat.”

“Love their pizza !! Their grilled chicken greek salad is awesome !”

“Overall good but portion could be bigger and the pork intestine was too fried, was it because it’s not fresh anymore and trying to hide it? Anyways it was ok overall”

“I must say, I was on a sushi binge that week and Sian takes the cake! The portions were good for me, as well as the price. There's a bit of a wait time because she was the only person working when I was there. There's no Coke products, but there's a market next door if you really need it. I went with Thai Tea. The tables have packets of soy sauce instead of bottles.

Piang's Special is my current favorite because it was surprisingly refreshing and you can feel every cool bite of crab meat in it. Huge fan of salmon, so I went with the Salmon Rainbow. Nothing much to write about, but did have a little trouble keeping the bottom from breaking apart. Also, I LOVE the very generous portion of ginger, but should ease up on the wasabi. Maybe a squirt on each plate and more upon request? It was fun seeing how much I could handle (3/4). She also gave me eel sauce and mayo on the side, but more than enough on the dishes, so I didn't partake. Really appreciate a decent sushi spot within walking distance. The hours varies, but if I see it opened, I'm popping in again!”

“🚗 Welcome to Flavortown, Lowell Edition!

📍 Location & Vibe

Situated at 343 Market Street, Gormley’s Café is a Lowell institution dating back to 1951 . The interior boasts a 1950s diner vibe with eclectic artwork, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere .  

🍳 Menu Highlights
• Irish Breakfast: A hearty plate featuring bangers, rashers, black and white pudding, sautéed mushrooms, grilled tomato, Batchelor’s Beans, and homemade soda bread . 
• Boomlette: An omelette packed with a variety of fillings, living up to its “everything but the kitchen sink” description. 
• Mill No. 5 Sandwich: A croissant sandwich with duck egg, bacon, spinach, cheddar, bacon marmalade, and hot honey . 
• Corned Beef Hash: Homemade and flavorful, it’s a standout dish that patrons rave about .

🍹 Drinks

Gormley’s offers a full bar, including brunch cocktails like espresso martinis . 

🕒 Hours

Open Wednesday to Saturday from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. ”

“I had the BEST iced coffee butter latte yesterday. Nice vibe, didn't feel rushed at all. I will definitely be back.”

“Its not Indian...not sure why website has it as one smh”

“Great food and service that is family owned!”

“Always downtown by city hall (late nights on weekends also)so you can always find them! Location and time frame is reliable but the food is what is consistently AAAAAAmazing!!!! These girls know what they are doing!! Monster burger pictured 🤤”

“delicious all day and night breakfast!”

“Amazing place to eat and food is delicious.
Makes me feel like I’m back home which I’m originally from . Desert is amazing and the customer service is great”

“Excellent food, love the Chinese, love the Kung Pao chicken and Sushi. Good drinks and late night service.”

“Outstanding food. Great waitresses. Awesome. Atmosphere. Love the place.”

“Oh my! We asked our front desk clerk at our hotel , Sonesta Select, for a good place to eat. Before I could finish the sentence she told me Cameo Diner. Holy Smokes! I am so very glad I asked! Wonderful food, excellent service, fair prices, quintessential Boston. It’s really is like Cheers! Everyone knew everyone and made you feel like they knew you, as well! If you are in Lowell, do yourself a favor and eat here! We had breakfast and like I said absolutely amazing place to eat.”

“Rosie’s Café is NOT Permanently closed. Don’t know how this got on here but it’s not.”

“They make the best pate sandwiches. And other food items. Love their shrimp spring rolls and deserts”

“this is a great place to enjoy a great meal at a great price”

“this was my favorite place before and cant wait to get back. just found out open again.”

“Wings and spring rolls were delicious. Best wings I've ever had. No prices on menu, only photos of dishes. Asked ahead of ordering. Overcharged by $12. Mentioned and a portion of charge removed. Too lazy to argue any further. Will go back, but making sure of prices by asking wait staff to write it down.”

“Have always enjoyed our trips to the IV Seasons. Haddock is excellant as is their beef pot roast, (2 of my favorites! Comfy atmosphere, great wait staff !”

“Great place to eat and drink. Friendly atmosphere.”

“Very quaint and comfortable atmosphere. The food and drinks are fantastic . The inside is very nice and the staff are impeccable people. Great place to get out and relax for a bit no pressure pure bliss!”

“The very BEST California Benny ever!!!”

“Must commend Avni for the excellent service provided by her.”

“I never comment or post about a restaurant, however since eating here I cannot stop thinking about it. Friendly staff, amazing drinks, and live music that was good and not so loud you couldn’t hear the staff or other members in your party speaking. The jerk chicken alone is enough of a reason to visit this place. I highly recommend Sahel to anyone, even if it’s just for drinks and an appetizer.”

“We got 2 large platters (one hot and one raw) for 4 adults. WoW. That was a lot of food. The presentation was beautiful, one on a boat and the other on a bridge. The pieces were huge and very fresh. A lot of different combinations to try. The waitstaff was so nice. Highly recommend!”

“My husband and I tried out this restaurant and were very happy we did. The food was exceptional, service was great, and we enjoyed the atmosphere. We will definitely be going back.”

“My 1st experience was great/ friendly and delicious! I’ll be back.”

“Very good food, really great customer service and a wide variety of food options.”

“I wasn't feeling good the day I stopped and got breakfast. The same as they made was on point. I went through the drive-thru, but it was clean on the outside and in the parking lot. Which is a surprise for Lowell.”

“Great service food was great the lady I talked to is so kind”

“Rizzo’s is my go to place for takeout. They have a wide variety to choose from. Their food is very good, and the delivery service is fast and friendly. The last couple of times,I got a surprise with my orders. The piece of chocolate cake this time was very much appreciated. Love Rizzo’s.”

“I ordered the grilled beef Sandwich, egg rolls and spring rolls. Everything I ate was delicious and fresh tasting.”

“My God... I love the food here. It's simply divinely made with great pricing. Something that is Deliciously made with care and what i can only assume is, LUH~VE, at an affordable pricing with this current economy? YES PLEASE!”

“Oh My Gods! This place! Came here with a friend who has celiacs and what a find. The food is incredibly flavorful, the portions are amazing, the Lavender coffee is amazing, and the current soup of the day is Chefs kiss!! Amazing, overall I recommend it to everyone!! Will most certainly be returning.”

“The dude with dreads and glasses. I believe his name is Ben. He went above and beyond for my son and I. I had a baby bottle hidden under my coat, so he must have assumed we didn't have anything to drink. He quickly went out of pocket to give my son and I a drink, then quickly went back to work. Workers like this deserve an incentive because I didn't like this Wendy's before but now I don't mind it thanks to the new staff such as people like Ben.”

“Big thanks to the service by the two women who stopped a fraudulent order from my hacked Grubhub account and then also processed the refund after Grubhub initially wouldn't. Glad I called you before you started the order! Also, if the manager or someone would like to message me, I would like to Venmo them each a tip for their help. Saved me $56. Just mention Nick from Wisconsin and they'll probably remember it. Next time I'm in the Boston of Nashua area I'll have to stop by!”

“Nothing stood out from my experience, which is expected for a Chinese buffet.

The place is brightly lit. Despite being packed on a Sunday, it did not feel too crowded with just enough space between tables.

The service was ok. Even though I had to ask for my water refills every time but they were coming back and forth frequently so it was not an issue for me.

The food has hits and misses. The pepper shrimp and the pork cutlets were highlights. The crawfishes were big but had no taste at all. Other dishes were mediocre.

Be aware that they automatically add a 15% tip even though it was only me dining. I always tip 20% at least but because they gave themselves tips without permission I just left it that way. Will probably come back if I’m bored with places closer to me.”

“prompt service, clean & great steak tips”

“The best fried crispy chicken ever and their fried rice OMG sooo good I would recommend.. !!!”

“The food is delicious, and the staff are friendly and professional!!!

Vegetarian options: A few options, but I’m not vegetarian so I don’t pay much attention to that

Kid-friendliness: Not much to say other than it seems like a kid friendly restaurant”

“Great food and atmosphere”