Eastern Bay is a very lame Chinese shack. I sometimes will eat somewhere to prove myself right. This has the worst atmosphere. It has a buffet with many but few appealing items. The service is not terrible. I thought about having the buffet. It has many of the fried shit you're familiar with. The few vegetable items were dried out. It also has a menu you can order from. That's recommended over the buffet, but know if you do the service is slow. I would go past Eastern Bay. If you do there's lots of other Chinese along 5th Avenue. They're all better than here so you won't be wrong choosing any of them. read more

Eastern Bay - Buffet - Chinese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Absolutely horribly run organization. I understand cooks call off and whatnot, people were inside complaining that their online order was delayed, that's fine, it happens. I called in an order and this guy told me the time. I showed up ten minutes late and it still wasn't ready and they couldn't answer my questions like, timeframe? They "went back to check" were laughing and giggling and then never answered me. I work for a small business and would love to support them but what a joke of a company. I will never consider getting food from them again. read more

Delicious!! I've been looking for good Chinese food in Columbus for 5 years and it was right down the street from me the whole time. The drinks are amazing, the food delicious, the staff friendly. Highly HIGHLY recommend. read more

Eastern Bay - Long Island iced tea - Chinese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Terrible service. We will never return. Servers were extremely rude and forgetful. We only left them a good tip due to it being the Christmas holiday. read more

Let me start by saying that my meal was amazing. I got the phad thai which has both chicken and shrimp in it. I like spice, so I ordered "extra spicy". Unlike most asian restaurants when I order extra spicy, Eastern Bay DELIVERED!! I had to drink a bit of milk, which is exactly how I like it. The dish itself was absolutely delicious. Chicken and shrimp was perfect, the sauce had a great flavor, I loved it. I did take a star off for price, a star off for portion size. I do feel like 13.95 for phad thai is ridiculous, especially for the portion they give you. At 13.95, I can have an entire hibachi dinner (soup, salad, meat, fried rice, vegetables, bean sprouts) at House of Japan. And it's not just this menu item ... everything is over priced. Either increase the portion size or reduce prices. I don't care which one. read more

Eastern Bay - Chinese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I can only speak on the Chinese American dishes- they are delicious. A little pricy but big portions. Always fast service, and the staff are always kind and attentive. read more

The authentic Chinese food on the menu is incredible! The mapo tofu was rich, spicy, and savory, and the tossed clear noodles with sauce were delightfully peanuty and tangy with a unique chewy texture. Also recommend the three cup chicken. The Chinese-American dishes were good too (moo shu pork) but not amazing. They did forget our extra moo shu pancakes so the kids were a little sad. read more

Not the worst Chinese I've had, but far from the best. Forgettable fried rice. Dry beef skewers. Chicken egg roll just ok

Really like the dishes there. Ordered three. La pi, eggplant, and something else that I forgot. All three dishes were absolutely delicious. Also very comfy and nice space. Friendly service read more

Egg Rolls tasted like the old oil they were fried in, or they were flash fried to old oil to reheat. Chicken and Mala Green Beans, also had a after taste, green beans were rubbery. We ordered two entrees one came out rather quickly, the second entree came out 10 minutes later. I don't think we'll be back. read more

Got this doordashed. Super bland salt and pepper wings, and the tteokboki with ramen was so sweet and the ramen was basically mush. This came out to around 40 dollars with delivery and tip, super grim. read more

After eating from this restertaunt since the 90's when it first opened I can say they have finally lost my family as loyal customers. First is customer service, too many things to list really but its a bunch of things that have just added up over time. Second is regardless of how many times you ask them to keep the rice that comes with entrees separate instead of in large containers they NEVER do it, even when they say ok. But the last straw is one of my families favorite dishs, War su gai, is an absolute joke. Iv posted a pic. Anyone who's had war su gai knows thats not war su gai. The prices they charge are super high but we paid them because the food was usually always pretty good. Now they're just charging high prices and giving us crap read more

Eastern Bay - Chinese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

A random lunch adventure brought me to Eastern Bay. Previous reviews really scared me out from considering this place until I noticed friends frequenting the joint a bit more, so I finally gained some courage to give it a shot. I was hoping to have made it in time for the weekend buffet I've seen touted, but it was already packed up for the day, which was a little disappointing, but it gave me an opportunity to try out a hot, fresh dish from their kitchens. I started off with an order of steamed dumplings, which were delicious. I want to say it was a house style.. it definitely was not the standard minced pork style a lot of folks are accustomed to. They brought out a hot chili sauce, which really helped the flavor of the dumplings. The husband stuck with a standard American dish of Sesame chicken... I can't even recall the dish I ordered, but it was seafood based, and both were equally fine and average. Service was not an issue, as I've seen mentioned in a few review. Perhaps they had their act together that day, or maybe ownership has changed, but our server was attentive, and got us in and out reasonably. There is a large listing of Chinese dishes that are off menu. I saw an Asian couple sharing a really delicious hot-pot looking dish, and really wished it were on their main menu. I would definitely come back. It wasn't a bad visit.... Pretty average, but easy enough to get to for my neck of the woods if I needed a sit down Chinese lunch with a friend. read more

They advertise (at least here on Yelp) as a buffet, but they do not have a buffet. It did look clean inside but I was looking for a buffet

This place is awesome and very quick. Look at the menu and see what you want, call them up and the food is 8/10 times ready within 25 minutes. The quality is fantastic and they've never messed up any of my orders. Very clean dining room, and the workers are very professional and fast. I love giving them my money for delicious food read more

Ordered tonight 10/10/2019! Food, quality, service was outstanding!! We have ordered for years! The best chicken corn soup on the planet! We have never had a bad meal! This is our go to always! We've probably ordered the entire menu after living downtown in the Arena District for 13! If you have a bad meal, let them know! Thank you EB ! You never disappoint us!! read more

they bring mr cold food and the server was extremely, definitely not recommended, i would never go back there

I thought after about 10 visits in the last 18 months I should update this review a bit. When you first pull into the parking lot, you can quickly tell this building use to be a McDonald's. But don't let that sway you, it looks very nice inside. I don't claim to be an expert on Chinese food so I don't make any claims about ethnic authenticity. I only go at lunch time as this is close to my work. I think this is one of the better Chinese lunch time buffets in Columbus. The simple point here is everything I try tastes good, its well cooked and hot. The service is always good. I always leave full and happy. read more

The food was pretty good. I had the Singapore Noodles. A little spicy, but not overwhelming. The service was fine. I noted that the server checked on our table after we received our food, but didn't actually ask how we thought it was. The dining area could use a bit of touching up. The seat I had was split. Note: The buffet is only for lunch. Prices for dinner ranged from about $10 to $20, unless you are getting the whole Peking Duck, which is $36. read more

Eastern Bay - Chinese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Really good general Tso and Lo mein! So so crab Rangoon. Sent without any silverware or chopsticks which was a bummer bc we ordered it when moving into a new place.. read more

The food has been consistently good when I've dined in or had take out. The buffet is awesome & much more value friendly if you happen to be there during the week for lunch. If you don't hit the buffet the entrees are kind of pricey, but also large portions, so you can split an entree amongst two adults to be frugal. Restaurant itself is pretty outdated, not dirty, just aged. Favorites: Sesame Chicken Pot Stickers Chicken Fried Rice read more

Man, I wish I'd read the reviews about their service issues before coming here. I walked in just after 3:00 on Wednesday 12-18-13. There were no customers to be seen but there were two waiters working. Both looked at me as I walked in but neither acknowledged me. The shorter of the two actually walked right by me and kept going without saying a word. He sat down at a table to my right and started rolling silverware. After standing there awkwardly for about a half minute, I said to him: Me: "You are open, right?" Waiter, not looking up: "Yeah." (Long pause, continues to roll silverware) "You are too late for the buffet. It closed at 3." Me: "I didn't come for the buffet. You do have a regular menu right?" Waiter: "Yeah." (Another long pause, still rolling silverware) "Do you want a table?" Me thinks: **No dimwit, I prefer to stand while I eat.** Me getting irritated: "If you don't mind. I mean, if it's not a bother." Waiter: "Uhhh, the bartender can help you." He gets up and then calls over to her, she yells back "Just a minute!", waiter sits back down. I stood there for a couple more minutes, then an older Asian woman comes out, stands by the bar and yells over that the bartender will be there in a few minutes. Finally the bartender gets me seated along with a look at her watch and an audible sigh as I'm sitting down. By this time, I'm pretty much done with these people. I checked out the menu but decided to leave. Their prices were looking a little steep, especially for a casual dining restaurant in an old McDonald's that acts like a customer is a bother. I hung around for a few minutes longer to let the bartender know that I wasn't staying but she never came back. 15 minutes of my time wasted. read more

Food was good and service was attentive. I had not been there in years since I moved out of the immediate area. The interior was nice and simple. There was even an area set aside for larger parties. read more

You may recognize this building's former incarnation as a McDonald's, but don't let that put you off. My husband and I have ordered carryout from Eastern Bay once a week for 5 years and have had absolutely no problem with the food. While most of the menu options seem a bit "cookie cutter"-ish, the quality and service is consistently good. The interior is simple, but clean and spacious. We've eaten in with large groups and also been tucked away in a booth for cozy dinners together. I'm not into buffets, but a few friends DO partake of Eastern Bay's lunch buffet and claim to like the options. It's not a big buffet, but offers all your standard Chinese dishes. We usually eat dinner here. Sometimes I even make the effort to order my food in person, so I can sit at the bar and have a drink. Again, the bar itself is nothing fancy, but they do carry the full range of beer, wines and spirits and, as far as Chinese restaurants go, they make killer Bloody Marys! I come here because I appreciate the attentive service. The waitstaff is extremely friendly and never forgets a face... in fact, I think she even recognizes my voice on the phone! The prices are quite good too. Overall, I give Eastern Bay a high rating for consistency, if not originality. read more

Very disappointed with the hot and sour soup....no flavor. Shrimp and cashews.... hard to find shrimp.

Delicious Crap Rangoon's and high quality sesame chicken. Fried rice could be better though

This is our favorite Chinese restaurant. The owners, Roy and Michelle, are the sweetest and Roy has really amped up the menu. They have a very nice dining room and a very popular lunch buffet. We have tried almost everything on the menu and the flavor additions Roy had made take everything to another level. We just tried the new salt and pepper Shrimp, hands down the best shrimp I have ever had! Make sure you try them when you come in! read more

Wonderful staff. Great food. Huge portions. The interior could use some updating. Eastern Bay had become are "go to" source for take-out as well. read more

Just ordered delivery and am amazed! Service is wonderful and the food hits an all time high!!

We've loved Eastern Bay for years. We used to order when I was a kid, now having my own family we still call Eastern Bay our go-to years later! Always consistently fresh and great taste. Doesn't compare to other Chinese restaurants I've had in the UA/Grandview area! read more

Eastern Bay is my go to China's buffet spot in Columbus, when I want to have a cheat day. Their food is always great, specially their Gerald Tso's chicken, fried chicken, and white rice. Banging. . Serves is always on point. read more

Consistently good Chinese. I think only open for carry out right now. Please support our local restaurants.

I was home alone on Friday evening and thought I'd order out-something I never do. My food arrived quickly and was hot. Enjoyed the hot sour soup and two veg egg rolls. I was really enjoying the General Tso chicken UNTIL..... there at the bottom was a recently deceased cockroach! How disappointing. The meal was 99% great. That one bit of protein, however, changed my opinion. I don't know how to know if they take corrective action so I probably won't be going back. I had spent $32 including tip and delivery. Uber Eats delighted me with a total refund. Word to the wise: cockroach doesn't taste like chicken. read more

Eastern Bay - Chinese Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Excellent. Best Chinese we have had in Columbus. Lunch buffet is higher quality then most. Will be back

Great food by great people. Young couple bought this pillar of Chinese food from a great family. Been my fave for almost 30 years

Ordered delivery thru Bite Squad. Came quickly and was okay. Not the most flavorful Chinese food I have ever had, but okay. The veggies were fresh, if not overly plentiful in my vegetable lo mein. But, on a major plus it wasn't overly greasy. I may order again. read more

Solid 3 stars. We ordered vegetable lo mein, crispy orange beef and egg rolls. For the orange beef the sauce was flavorful but the beef was a little tough and maybe not the best quality. However, the veggie lo mein was delicious! Some of the best I've had in Columbus. A huge portion with a lot of fresh vegetables. Also, the egg rolls were crispy and mostly cabbage but overall good. The pick up process was easy and my order was ready in 15 minutes. A good place for take out- I will be back! read more

I went to this place before and it was great. It's totally cheap too because the lunch price is $9.75.

My husband and I went today for the first time and OMG it was amazing! The service was awesome and the food was so fresh and tasty. We live 2 hours away and have no Chinese food close to this at home! read more

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Stopped by on Christmas night with my mother and brother. I understand paying a premium for food on a major holiday but the food they did have available in the buffet was terrible and there was multiple dished that were completely empty. Will never pay $75 again for subpar food and service. read more