Some friends wanted to go to an all you can eat buffet and I hadn't been to one in a long time so I was down to go. We found this place. The buffet was ok. My friends pointed out the Squid salad to which I happily went back for seconds on. I also got their Mei Fun, Spinach stuffed in Phylo dough, green beans, and shrimp. It was good. We all were satisfied and full by the end of the night. Mom wasn't thrilled about the cookies as she was hoping for the almond variety but they only had the Palmier kind which she said was ok. Even though online it stated that they were open until 9pm, they were removing food from the bar and cleaning the floors before 8pm. Maybe because of the Super Bowl or because they weren't busy? Not sure. Before we left they asked us if we wanted any drinks to-go and they provided them. Thanks for feeding us after a long day. read more

You get full very quickly ! It has everything you could want when going to a Chinese restaurant... again it's VERY FILLING ... the food is amazing read more

Hooray for all-you-can-eat and at this buffet, it's done pretty well. Yeah, people are still being idiots but that's avoidable. Masks required but not enforced once people are seated. That's annoying to those of us who do wear them but you can avoid these people with good timing. The buffet requires clean plates for each trip and there are dispensers with plastic gloves so you're holding the shared tongs with your bare hands. That worked out well for me. Several decent options for all protein with low carbs and no sweet sauces. I did okay for keto but did get a piece or two of sushi. It's quick, it's good quality, it's not expensive. I'd return. [Review 14921 overall, 423 of 2021, number 2821 in North Carolina.] read more

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Been here a few times before with my Parents never realized I didn't write a review. They were closed for a long time to eat in the dining room so this was the first chance eating inside in a few years since all the mandates. Well based on this visit , we all agreed the food was good. They keep everything fresh and replenished as quick as they can. The selection was like before. A lot to choose from. I even had some sushi and it was not bad. Usually not too good at chinese buffets, but here there is a good section of choices. Kinda helped my craving. They had a bunch of fresh fruit for after dinner as well as help yourself to ice cream in the cooler. Over all it was pretty good, they do offer a $1.00 discount for seniors. My Mom is always happy when she can save some money! Who isn't? We would go back sometime. read more

Food was not good. Peel and eat shrimp was bad. Sesame chicken was different than any other I've ever tasted. Almost sour tasting.

The food is mediocre, the price is higher than they list on the menu. The service is barely available, it is hard to get a beverage refill when you need one. The place could be a lot cleaner, especially the table tops and restrooms. It's noisy, cluttered and overall not a place I would want to visit again. read more

It's good . I enjoyed it . Good taste everything i ate . I will go back. The guys are friendly and pleasant. They are fast and efficient.

Excellent Food and Service!! Very Nice Atmosphere!! Easy access!! Associates very friendly!!

Love the food love going there the best place to go great service always on top of it

This place is great. Layout of the restaurant is great. Food was also amazing. The staff is very friendly.

Fast and friendly service. Food was hot and on point! We were worried after seeing it was smaller buffet but they had all the right things! We will be back ​ read more

Both gps locations are wrong says it's open and the other it doesn't exist please fix and update location and if it's closed then update hours!!! read more

For anyone concerned about eating Chinese food during COVID-19, or because of COVID-19, the China Buffet on 74 in Shelby, NC has the whole contactless food pickup thing down with a great system--including a new no-entry doorway they've set up. You get 5 items from their board for $9.99. I got fried rice, 2 egg rolls, sesame chicken, sweet and sour chicken and crab rangoons in my box. After you call in an order or place an order at the window, they package it for you and bring it to the window. (See the pictures.) You pay in a slot and touch nothing. The doors are open, even in the heat, so you don't even touch them. We had so much food in our two plates (for $21) that we ate two meals from our one takeout order. So we actually got about as much food and ate less than normal from a buffet by taking it home. We were so pleased with the method and the food. I would argue they should do it this way all the time. I deal with massive anxiety, and this was much better for me. Mask up, and go check it out if you live nearby. Or see if your local Chinese buffet restaurant has developed a similar system. Two thumbs up! read more

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So I'm down here on a little road trip to North Carolina. Yesterday I went to this Chinese buffet to eat, and I walked in and I was the only black person there. The first thing the woman in the front asked me was if I was taking my food to go...... I told the hostess I was eating in, she escorted me to my table and then I got up to get some food. After getting my food and finishing my second plate, she brings me the bill without me asking, I looked around and the white family across from me saw what was happening and they kinda shook their heads. Mind you, the hostess hadn't given them their bill or anyone else for that matter. It was VERY clear that I was being racially profiled.... so disappointed. read more

Good luck getting hot food after 12. We came here at 2 and the food is cold except for maybe rice. Service is good and all but I think the food could be much better. read more

Although the owners are great people, i am very upset over the prices. They consider my 11 year old an adult...wow.... in my opition , the prices are to high for the quality to begin with but the price and age range made up my mind. I would rather eat at 2000 cafe in gastonia. read more

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Beautifully remodeled - totally new inside. Everything is new and very clean. The food on the buffet was excellent, very fresh and hot. They have a complete Sushi bar, dessert bar, and many entrees and side dishes. read more

China Buffet - Chinese Near Me - Shelby, North Carolina

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This is an excellent place for Chinese. LOTS better than that place across the road. The food is pretty much good quality. I have never had anything bad there. The sushi is always decent and COLD. The service is always good. Not a bad place at all. read more

My husband, Son and I ate here and from the time we got inside to the time we left the people was not polite or friendly. The only thing I can say about it is the food was good. read more

Not bad. This isn't my go to Chinese place, but sometimes when I'm in the mood for it I like this buffet. There's quite a bit of selection, but the food quality is hit or miss. I mean, I haven't had anything bad, but you don't get anything that I'd order as an entree specifically just to get a whole plate of it, you know? The sushi is average, but even average sushi can still be yummy. Surprisingly, they have some great frog legs. They do have lots of regular American food like grilled steak, chicken wings, and other stuff like that if you're going out with someone who is picky or with a group of youngsters. It's not the best quality Chinese food in Shelby (that's Chens) or the best buffet (That's Chinatown) but it does have the best selection. I do like that they have ice cream and popsicles in a big freezer for dessert, though. read more

Food is amazing felt like we were back in NY the food is high quality and everything we tried was delicious cooked perfectly we came in close to closing and they welcomed us with smiles didn't rush us out extremely friendly staff the coconut shrimp was our favorite didn't get to try the sushi but definitely with on the next trip we take here absolutely the best place around price is exceptional and they were so great with my kids (I have 4) which makes this our new family go to restaurant read more

China Buffet - Chinese Near Me - Shelby, North Carolina

This was the absolute best Chinese buffet I've EVER been to. All the food was fresh and hot, well prepared and absolutely delicious. There's something there for everyone, whether Chinese food is your thing or not. The staff is very friendly and courteous. If you leave this place hungry, it's your own fault! What are you waiting on? Get Down There!!!! read more

Worst food I have ever eaten in my life, period. Food was bland, slimy, and full of msg. Even the ice cream had freezer burn on it. Bad even for bad chinese. How does chens have 3.5 stars and this place has 4? Really Shelby? Why am I not surprised. read more

Ok buffet. We were there in the evening on a weekday so the food was fresh and there was a decent selection. Not the best Chinese buffet I've been to but not the worst. The staff was very nice, the woman up front and our waitress. The flavors were not my favorite - the way some of the food was made. The sesame chicken was too sweet for my taste and my husband's typical favorite is the lo mien but it was made with thin spaghetti noodles instead of the regular lo mien type. The sugar biscuits were not fresh ( and I really love those when they are) Little things like that made the experience less than awesome for me. It was an adequate place but probably wouldn't return there again. That said, as far as Asian buffets in Shelby go- it's your best bet. There are only 2 read more

As usual the food was great. The buffet was clean and fresh. Their Mai Fun is awesome and I love that they have sushi (limited selection mind you but still). I'd love for them to put more really authentic Chinese dishes on the line. I like the Americanized food but when you've had authentic Chinese dishes it's a world if difference. The tables and silverware were clean, believe me when it's buffet that is a huge deal to me. I usually have to go really early before people have a chance to hover over the food. Here I've watched the way they operate and I feel good about it. Overall this is great food and awesome service. read more

Overall this is a pretty good buffet. All of the food was fresh and hot. There wasn't anything exotic on the sushi bar, but it was tasty.