I have been addicted to Chinese buffets since ce I was old enough to pay for my own meal. I frequent Chinese buffets as a preference when running errands and looking for healthy options. Full disclosure, I do not go to buffets for seafood due to allergies. I can only review the quality of the soups, stir fries, and staples. I can replicate most the American Chinese dishes at home. Service: We went during the afternoon on a Sunday. We were quickly seated by the waitress. We were quickly given our drinks. They have Pepsi products. The waitress kept our drinks refilled and checked in often. I was further impressed by the staff knowing regular patrons by name. The waitress greeted people of diverse backgrounds warmly. This is not common in most Chinese establishments. This is a gem! I was further impressed by the waitresses speaking Spanish and other languages. Just wow!! The buffet: I was impressed the warm plates and bowls. The plates were placed under the buffet. This one action prevents airborne contamination. I loved this! I have never seen this since elsewhere. This should be a requirement for all buffets. The food temperatures were hot! I wouldn't worry about this place when it comes to getting sick. I am a neat freak. I felt like they took extra effort to ensure a safe food temperature and hygienic utensils. Food quality: The hot and sour soup as well as the egg drop soup were nice and hot in temperature. Soup needs to be hot. There was just enough corn starch in the soups to thicken and not so much it solidified. The quality of the ingredients were apparent. I was further impressed by their offerings which are not typical of buffets. They offered baby octopus, cheese scallops kabobs, hunan beef with black bean sauce, and general two's chicken. The food is spicy as they should be! The cheese wonton were were well-balanced. Savory and sweet. The battered items remained crispy! If you are in the mood for Chinese, dont let the exterior scare you away. This is a great American Chinese option. I just moved to St Cloud and this is a place I plan on becoming a regular at. read more

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When venturing in St Cloud area last month, we were craving Chinese food and saw this place for decent recommendations. We have our favorite buffets in the cities, so it's hard to compare. Not sure I would come back to this one again though. Here are the things we liked... the space was clean and revamped. I didn't love that the plates were under the bar near your knees. Super weird. I really enjoyed the pepper chicken (nice and crispy get in a good sauce) and also the coconut shrimp (it was really honey walnut shrimp without nuts). Overall, the space felt clean but the layout was annoying for the entry and the buffet bars. It was very tight. When in the area, we will probably try another place. Also, soda is not included... it's extra. read more

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I'm a sucker for Chinese food - especially a restaurant that is buffet style! You're quickly seated which is really helpful, and then you get to go right away to fill your plates! So many options and the desserts are really tasty too! This was one of the first restaurants I was brought to when I moved to the area! There's a fun fish tank as well! read more

China Star Buffet - Grabbed some orange chicken, lo mein and Egg Drop Soup! Plus the Chicken Fried Rice was delicious! - Chinese Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

The only reason this place even gets one star is because the server was super nice. However, the food was terrible and between me and my partner we did not eat a single full plate.. we complained to the manager I was still willing to pay for one person, but seeing as how we didn't even finish one plate between the two of us, I didn't understand him not willing to compromise so I still paid full price. His analogy to us was he can't charge a fat person more just because he eats more so we don't get it for less because we eat less, but it wasn't the fact that we ate less the food was just not good. read more

New interior. Fabulous. Food was Del as always. Priced right. Service was excellent and we were allowed plenty of time to enjoy our food. Nice clean bathroom read more

I've had some bad experiences at buffets in the past, but everyone kept recommending this place. I was not disappointed! Super clean, organized, quick, all food was fresh and hot and YUMMY. Service was also incredibly quick. Didn't even get a chance to stand and wait before we got seated. Would recommend! read more

Highly Recommend China Star Buffet! Drive 1.5 hrs to get there, and my wife and I have been doing that several times a month for the last 19yrs. The Buffet food is Excellent, price is fair & the workers are very polite and service oriented. The ambiance is very chill and laid-back. Would DEFINITELY recommend to anyone who enjoys Chinese food. read more

I normally do not go to buffets but my family wanted to try this place. We went at 2 definitely not lunch or dinner. Place was clean. I was impressed how they constantly kept refilling trays with hot food. Dirty dishes were picked up immediately. I tried a few different items. My family really enjoyed the variety. Cost was reasonable. I'm guessing next time I'm in Minnesota we'll go here again. read more

Vast and indulgent buffet! The peanut chicken, coconut shrimp, and chicken&broccoli are not to miss. The shrimp and veggie vermicelli is delicious too. The hot and sour soup is delicious. For children, the buffet area also has pizza, garlic bread, jello, soft serve ice cream cones, rice and chocolate puddings, and pastries. For the vegetarians in our party, we separately ordered tofu with vegetables and it was outstanding. Perfectly seasoned, firm on the outside and soft inside. Staff are welcoming and attentive, everything is very clean, the music is pleasant, and there is plenty of space to park and sit read more

The place was amazing so many food choices. I thought it was absolutely fantastic and the price was definitely worth it. It was very reasonable. The ambience was very authentic. The service was great we were in and out with no hassle. So many different choices and it was not all Chinese food there was a lot of American food on there. The potatoes, mushrooms, green beans, tempura chicken and coconut shrimp were fabulous. I highly recommend this place and I will definitely be a returning customer! read more

China Star Buffet - Green beans, sweet-and-sour chicken, rice noodles so many things on my plate and they were all fabulous! - Chinese Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

A good place to stop that has a little bit of everything for everyone. My kids and are were able to walk out not being hungry anymore.

This was my first time at this restaurant. We just moved here a month ago and people recommended it. I am from Las Vegas, the land of buffets, so my expectations are always let down. When I walked into this humble establishment, I was wondering what my experience would be eating here. The selection is fairly standard, but the EXECUTION is above par. The pepper chicken, the beef, even the rice, was very tasty. David, the gentleman that rang us out, was sincerely kind and courteous. The price was beyond reasonable for the amount of food and quality. The service was very attentive and kind. Thank you David and China Star...we will be back. read more

Doordash ordered Orange Beef. The actual meal did not resemble the picture. The picture shows battered strips. What I got was 2" dough balls made up of aproximately 1/4 beef and 3/4 dough. It was undercooked and tasted like raw dough. Definitely will not order again. I have been to the restaurant and ate there from the buffet and enjoyed that but this wasn't good. read more

A little pricey almost $20 per person, some of the food was absolutely mouth watering delicious, my favorite ( general tsos was a little soggy but the flavor was top tier ) The desserts weren't my favorite. Our water was filled in a very fast, the service was great. Overall was a good restaurant and will be returning read more

We stopped in during the week for a quick lunch. Great service! We were immediately greeted and shown to our table. The Buffet is full of choices from appetizers to soups to main dishes to sides and desserts. Lots of variety. Great prices too! read more

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Good on all points. Staff was helpful and checked on us regularly. Prices were fair and food was good. I'm

Me and my partner love this place we always have the best service and really good food. Not to mention the owner (I assume he is the owner) is a very lovely gentleman and has always made us feel welcome like it's a second home. It's very cozy and there are no super bright lights so it is very comforting if you have issues with bright lights. Honestly we go here every time we are in the city but you don't have to believe me try it for yourself ! read more

Great variety of fresh food. I have been here many times and will continue. Friendly service. All around great choice.

I always enjoy eating at the china star Good selection on the buffet and the price is right. read more

The best Chinese buffet in St. Cloud. Great selection of food compared to the other Chinese buffets in town! Their hot and sour soup is my favorite! Average meal lunch or supper costs between $12.00-$15.00. They have 3 different kind of soup, shrimp, green beans, lo Mein, glorified brown rice and white rice, wontons, mushrooms, fried chicken, peanut chicken, hot and spicy chicken, pepper chicken, coconut chicken, chicken and broccoli, Hunan beef, barbecued beef, pork and onions, spring rolls, chicken or pork on a stick, pot stickers, egg foo young, salads, desserts, ice cream machine and much more and this is their lunch menu. For supper they have several more seafood dishes and that generally starts at 3:00 . You can't go wrong at this place. read more

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Don't waste your time or money this is the bottom of the bottom of the Chinese food hot and sour soup was far from being hot. If you like chicken you will get plenty of chicken here. They had their egg foo yong text in between garlic toast with no sauce.. We paid $50 for two adults and two children under 10 never again. Ice cream wasn't even cold. Stay Away where is plenty other places in St. Cloud that one appreciate your business. read more

Excellent services and friendly staff. They have the best chicken in State as well. Elegant restaurant for everybody to enjoy their dinner and lunch. Bring your friend and family here. I 100% recommend that. read more

China Star Buffet - Fish tank - Chinese Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

literally too expensive for what it is. 79 for four of us. too hot, no windows. cute fishies tho

Service was good, Food was good, the only reason im giving it low stars is because i had the crab and i wound up with food poisoning and the owner was a little pushy on giving a review . dont get the seafood, everything else is really good. decor was nice too. definitely dont not go here, but if you come here avoid the seafood :) read more

Best place for the best price in town! Quick service and always fresh food. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for chinese

There food is always fresh, good service. Very friendly owner- I do recommend this place

I love this place. Great price for the quality of food. I do wish they had more of a variety of meat but what they do have is delicious

TheFood here was great and the service was top notch. This might be my favorite buffet from now on. I Will definitely come back here again!!! read more

The best place in St. Cloud, It always amazes me how much chicken I can eat when eating at China Star Buffet. The selection has a great variety, and the quality is fantastic especially for a buffet. Well worth the price of admission, I will be back soon, don't forget desert! read more

China Star is the strip club of St. Cloud dining establishments. When craving cream cheese wantons they are consumed alone and ashamed. My friends remain in the dark about my China Star sins. The food is unsatisfying and filling... just like Sugar Daddies strippers. Yet these cream cheese wantons are the star of my show while my Dr. Pepper is on the 3rd refill. China Star earns a shame riddled 5 stars from me. read more

China Star is one of about four or five Chinese buffets in the St. Cloud area. It's probably one of the best, offering one of the largest selections. You'll find egg foo yung, Sesame Chicken, Honey Chicken, Coconut Chicken, Beef Lo Mein, Hunan Chicken, pot stickers, cream cheese wontons, salad, jello, ice cream, pizza, and a whole lot more. The food is hot and fresh. The prices are affordable. I was sad to see them get rid of General Tso's Chicken and their pork items, but it's still a decent place to go if you're in the mood for a Chinese buffet. read more

China Star Buffet - Outside the restaurant. - Chinese Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

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One of the worst. Kung Pao was soggy, found 6 bones, peanuts tasted like at least 5 yrs old. Asked for hot sauce, not there. Egg role was bought from Costco - 60 rolls for $10. It was worst than cheapest Chinese. I threw and went to Burger King - that explain the quality of the food. I can go to Pie Wie or PF Chang in Twin Cities for $10-12. read more

China Star Buffet - Chinese Near Me - Waite Park, Minnesota

Always the best and friendly service. Miss this place since I moved but stopped in tonight for some buffet to go. Thanks for great food, worth the drive from Saint Michael. read more

My mom and I ordered on there web sit tonight and we checked out we paid almost &60.00 for it and we didn't get it we ended having to call and they tell us that there delivery people had already picked it up and they clam they don't have it and the workers at the restaurant said they had it and so we go there and they claimed my order was for one and that I changed my order what I order was not what I claimed but I never would have said one meal for 2 people and I wouldn't have and I re ordered and they wouldn't refound me my oringanol 58 dollars so I paid twice for the same food all I can say this makes me not want to go back again!!!! read more

Only go here if you have a lot of free time to hang out in the bathroom after if you know what I mean

The only place I eat Chinese in St. Cloud. Good variety of great chicken dishes with flavor and extra sauce. Sautéed green beans were tender. Fast service with refilling drinks, clearing dirty dishes and paying the check. Bathrooms clean. Only complaint would be the temperature of the restaurant...it was muggy. Don't know if they have an air conditioner but it wasn't on. It was a 70 degree day and it was cooler outside. It took a while to get comfortable as I was sweating over my Lo Mein. read more

Somehow wasn't as satisfying as in the past. Waitress was attentive and kept my water glass filled. Hot tea seemed a little weak but maybe I didn't steep it long enough. The pork dumplings are my favorite and they don't put out too many at a time but manage to keep the tray filled. I drive an hour to get here, and would have liked some shrimp dishes... even if it WAS lunchtime. I like the music, the staff, and most of the food but I would be happier if there was less pepperoni pizza and fries and more authentic Asian cuisine. I'll be back. Suggestion: how about a descriptive placard telling me the name and contents of the food. You have it started but just the names, and often those aren't accurate. read more

Since it's in rural MN, 3 vs 2 stars... Service was pleasant. Lack of understanding English was no problem since I live where I live... A few dishes were excellent. Most were mediocre. Certainly not "more traditional" than most Chinese places. Really more "Middle American" than most coastal Chinese places inthe US. Of interest was the mass of huge white American who piled their plates full of massive quantities of all the different deep fried selections.......... That entertainment alone was worth it.... read more

China star Buffet open back up there Buffay to go just select items. I was super excited their food is yummy it's nice to walk in the restaurant and pick out what you like thx's China star Buffet. read more

the food here is unedible and very low quality. ordered the singapore mei fun and it was not only ridiculously over seasoned, and i don't mean spicy, it also had flat globs of pieces stuck together and something in it resembling meat, but it certainly woulndt qualify. steamed dumplings also gross. unreal so many people still frequent this place, its obvious the owners don't care about the quality of food at all. great dragon buffet is far better, and same price with more menu options. i don't think this place is following proper guidelines with food quality, and someday a citizen is going to suffer a major health issue from eating here. read more