Red Lantern – Thunder Valley Casino Resort

4.6 (1762)

$30 and under

Chinese

1200 Athens Avenue, Lincoln, CA 95648

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Red Lantern – Thunder Valley Casino Resort

4.6

$30 and under

Chinese

Lincoln

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:30 PM

Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Lively
Good for groups

Red Lantern Chinese cuisine explores unique culinary perspectives on traditional recipes and cooking techniques to craft authentic Asian dishes with Hong Kong-style flair. Savor house specialties sure to tempt every palate such as dim sum, fresh seafood, noodle dishes and barbecue as well as a host of other delicacies complemented by a signature cocktail menu.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Chinese, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(916) 408-8326
Website
http://www.thundervalleyresort.com/Dining/Red-Lantern
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1200 Athens Avenue, Lincoln, CA 95648
Neighborhood
Lincoln
Cross street
Industrial Avenue
Parking details
24-hour free valet or self-parking available.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.6

(1762)

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Red Lantern at Thunder Valley Casino Resort shines with "excellent" service, a "great atmosphere," and "delicious" Chinese cuisine. The "ambiance is consistently inviting," making it perfect for gatherings. While some note the noise level, dishes like honey walnut prawns and roasted pork are highly praised. Reservations recommended for a seamless experience.

1,762 Reviews

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Terence Gold
Sacramento107 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always get a reservation before shows at the venue and that works out great! The food is always very good and the drinks also! Can't go wrong eating here!
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Ray
Sacramento7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great as always. Service fast but not rushed. Would recommend always
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Charr Lee
Sacramento30 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was amazing and our service was top notch. The menu included items from many Asian cultures and allowed for mixing and matching of types of foods. We thoroughly enjoyed out outing here.
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Arty
Sacramento9 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and hits the spot every time. Shrimp chow mein, sea bass, and orange chicken were on point.
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Judy
Sacramento5 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 31, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
This is our go to place for Chinese food. We love the food, it is always great, regardless of what we order, it always prepared perfectly. However, for the first time ever, even though we had reservations, and there were many empty tables, were not seated in a timely manner. Service was slow, when our food arrived, it was almost thrown on the table and the woman who brought our soup was really put out because we expected her (as usual) to serve it...then, she put ONE scoop in each bowl, slopped it on the table then took off to leave us to it. We had to ask twice for our drinks from the bar, and our main server, once she took our order, was pretty much non existent, until of course, she wanted us to pay the bill. The portions and the flavor of the food made up for most of the experience, but what was most disappointing is that we had brought another couple with us that had never been here after really talking up this place and then having to apologize to them over and over again for this unusual experience. Not the best first impression, but don't let this stop you from trying it, because if you don't mind being somewhat ignored, the food is worth it and the prices are reasonable.
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Melinda Gold
Sacramento19 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always delicious and great service! Favorite Chinese restaurant.
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Sheri
San Francisco12 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 26, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food is always delicious, but lately service has been a little slow
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Robin Gold
Sacramento17 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Red Lantern. Food and service are always excellent.
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Alex C
Unspecified3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great and so was the service. Thank you Red Lantern!
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Brenda
Sacramento1 review
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were quickly seated and greeted by our server. She was friendly and attentive to the needs of the table. Food was excellent and did not take too long to arrive. Loved the large lazy Susan in the middle of the table making it easier to share dishes. Overall great environment, vibe, food, and service.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Chinese, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(916) 408-8326
Website
http://www.thundervalleyresort.com/Dining/Red-Lantern
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1200 Athens Avenue, Lincoln, CA 95648
Neighborhood
Lincoln
Cross street
Industrial Avenue
Parking details
24-hour free valet or self-parking available.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Red Lantern is frequently recommended for date night and special evenings, with guests citing anniversary visits, cozy interior details like fireplaces, and special Valentine’s menus.

Portions tend to be generous, guests describe family-style servings and shareable dishes that often leave tables comfortably full or with leftovers.

Yes, Red Lantern accepts private parties and can host larger celebrations, and guests note the restaurant is sometimes closed to the public for private events.

Friday evenings are a local favorite, regulars say they've made Red Lantern their go-to nearly every Friday, and weekend dinners also highlight menu favorites like BBQ pork.

Red Lantern offers a spacious main dining room plus a separate bar area, with cozy tables by a double-sided fireplace, and the restaurant accepts private parties.

Red Lantern feels spacious and beautifully decorated, guests highlight its authentic Chinese-inspired decor, cozy double‑sided fireplaces and a separate bar area, making it a popular spot for date nights and larger groups.

Casual dress, come in comfortable, everyday clothes; nothing formal is required.

Red Lantern is a great pre-show choice, guests say arriving before performances at Thunder Valley’s Venue lets you be seated promptly and finish your meal in time for the show.

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Red Lantern – Thunder Valley Casino Resort

4.6

$30 and under

Chinese

Lincoln

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:30 PM

Booked 29 times today

Red Lantern – Thunder Valley Casino Resort

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Red Lantern – Thunder Valley Casino Resort

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