Jimmy Chungs is one of the latest Chinese buffets to hit Dublin. There's lots all over Scotland, and this branch opened earlier this year. I went here with a few friends before a concert in the 02 the other day and it was fine. Not great, but not awful. It's what you'd expect from a Chinese buffet - kinda gloopy food that's been sitting there for a while, but it tastes fine. It is good value - lunch Mon-Thurs is €10.90 per person and all you can eat, but it jumps to €12.90 at the weekend. Then dinner (after 5pm) will set you back €17.90 all week. They have a good variety - 20 starters and 40 main courses. Get this though - kids have to be under 4 foot 5" to avail of the kids rice (€6.50/€7.50 for lunch and €12.50 for dinner). So if you're a really tall kid, don't go here because you'll be overcharged! read more

Jimmy Chungs - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, D

Don't go if you're not that hungry. That's like spitting in the face of China. Go before five pm and it'll be much cheaper, try and get the student discount too. read more

Some of my fondest memories of my Halloween in Edinburgh take place in the big Jimmy Chung's at the bridge. Making your own 3 in 1 out of the individual components - just a little bit of home in a faraway land. Halcyon days. So imagine my delight when I discovered that Dublin was getting a Jimmy Chung's of our very own! Nostalgia aside, Jimmy Chung's follows the standard template of Chinese buffets: satisfyingly msg-laden fare, which may not be of haute cuisine quality, but makes up for it in portion sizes i.e. theoretically unlimited. Obviously, when I went to the one in Dublin, it didn't live up to my past experience in Edinburgh due to the context, but it was still eminently serviceable. If you have been to a Chinese buffet, you'll know what to expect, it's pretty much exactly the same as any other one that you've went to. If you've never been to Chinese buffet, what's keeping you, it's all you can frickin' eat, guy! read more

Jimmy Chungs - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, D

Tourist trap location near Eden's Quay but beware of HIDDEN CHARGES. The restaurant advertises access to the buffet for 16 euros per person. We have been charged twice that amount for changing to a clean plate. Funny this is not all of us did, but the restaurant decided to charge double the amount for everybody. Unprofessional and dishonest tactics, targeted mostly at unsuspecting tourists. read more

As far as Chinese food itself goes Jimmy Chungs does not have the best on offer. The food is definitely tasty but I've gotten better Chinese food elsewhere. Other than that it's in a handy location (right next to my bus stop) and it's reasonably priced too. Always a handy alternative to fast food or a "proper" restaurant. The staff can be a little eager to take your plates away and the heat can get a little overwhelming in there but I suppose I'll be loving that in the winter! read more

Jimmy Chung's is an ideal Chinese buffet. Great location, good price, and tasty food. They have so many dishes, excellent desserts, and the service is fast. Coming from America, the common view of Chinese's buffets is that don't expect great quality food, just go to eat like a king. However, Jimmy Chung's changes that misconception, because the food was absolutely tasty. I'll definitely be going back, whenever I want to feel like a king and eat good Chinese food. read more

It's grand for a buffet. There are better but there are also much worse. They have a larger selection than most places but they are also a lot more expensive. The food is about average; what you would expect form your run of the mill takeaway/buffet place. It's good for curing hangovers. Not really much else. I would recomend going early, as they yank up the price by about €5 for dinner time. read more

My Ratings: Quantity: 4 - Buffet Quality: 4 - Tasty Price: 4 - Affordable Location: 4 - Nice Service: 4 - Good Speed: 4 - Good Overall: Plenty of options, nice location, good service. My Opinion/Story: Tasty and lots of selections. Place is nicely decorated and service is good. Food was typical chinese but good and affordable. read more

I went there with my fiance on the 9h of jan 2916 because we were so hungry. This was the worst dining experience, food was not fresh, it must have been sitting there for days. And it tasted very bad that we couldnt find something decent to eat.. and also it wasnt very clean, fried food was oozing with oil and had no flavor at all. Do not go there even if it was the last restaurant that's open unless you really like bad food The staff was nice but the price isnso high for such terrible food read more

Claimed to be closed at ~10p despite many diners and still having food in the buffet. Showed up at 9:55p with family after a late arrival at Dublin airport. We chose the place because we believed that we could get food in front of the kids quickly; instead, we were told that they were closed. Disappointing. read more

Really disappointed in this establishment. 17 euro should get you more than having to ask someone to pour you ice cream. Not allowed to use the ice cream machine on your own is absolutely absurd. Multiple meat dishes could've have easily been dog for all I know. Do not go. read more

My friend decided she wants to celebrate her birthday at Jimmy Chung's restaurant down at Eden quay. She rang them beforehand to reserve a table for a party of 10, half will be eating and the other half will just drink. The receptionist agreed and all was set for our arrival. When we arrived, there was an immediate hostility towards our group. The receptionist argued with my friend that there was a miscommunication and that they do not allow non-diners at all. We were all dumbfounded because we didn't expect to be treated in a very rude way. After a lot of pleading and reasoning from the birthday girl, we were allowed to go inside. However, they've deliberately made our stay inconvenient by putting us at the back of the room on the 2nd floor while there were tables available downstairs. It sure wasn't easy going up and down that stairs with a plate full of food when you're wearing high heels! A safety issue that I'm most concerned about is their sushi platter. Because sushi contains raw fish, I was expecting the tray to be in the fridge or a cooler. On the contrary, it was laying out on a tray in room temperature next to the desserts. It didn't look fresh and had a suspicious looking tinge of gray. With the temperature at 28C that day, I'm most certain that their sushi was not safe for public consumption. Just a little before 22:00, the waitress came over and told us that we have to go because they're closing at exactly 22:00. We told her that we'll just finish up and leave in a few more minutes since one of us is still eating while the rest was just having desserts. She hounded us every couple minutes, and I'm not exaggerating, that they're closing and we had to leave. At that point I had enough. I got up and spoke to the manager. He pretended to listen but his attitude was dismissive. The only response I got was and I quote "I'm sorry but there's nothing else we can do for you". I just felt that it was pointless voicing out my frustration because nobody in that restaurant has any idea about hospitality and service. I vowed never to come back to that place ever again. It was a hellish experience and I will never recommend it to anyone. read more

this chinese restaurant is a mix of all you can eat buffet combined with cocktail bar. the cocktails usually consist of purple or green coloured concoctions but don't taste too bad. the food on the other hand is only good if you are going there really really hungry. i have seen some homer simpson's there and they look like there next famine is on its way. i like the starters buffet with its aromatic crispy duck, prawn crackers and bbq chicken but the main courses would look like they have been sitting there all day if it were'nt for the homer simpsons. they have an icecream fountain if you have any room left after your 5 plates and with the little flavoured custards they serve it helps it all go down well.. read more

Jimmy Chungs - Chinese Near Me - Dublin, D

I feel like I've been in Dublin a decent while and gotten to know some things...and then I pass this place and realize it's an all you can eat Chinese place. Immediately I text my other American friend about it who responds, "I KNOW! We have to go sometime." So we went, and while the food was pretty decent (He recommends the soup), it was way, way overpriced for what you were getting unless you really have the appetite to take full advantage. Chinese buffets aren't supposed to have the best Chinese you'll ever have, but they're also supposed to be cheap places you can stuff yourself and feel gross afterward. I joked about bringing a trolley with me to take my week's meals home after. I'd have to in order to make this place worth it. 16 euros for dinner, before drinks. One friend that came with went back many times more than I did and still complained he didn't get his money's worth. Some positives were that this place is very clean, and modern looking with nice wood floors and it's very open and easy to get around the buffet area, even when busy. It helped that I was with a Chinese friend as well who was getting all sorts of things for us through the fellow Chinese server, and also some good laughs when he'd speak Chinese to servers that didn't speak Mandarin. The music is way too loud, and Happy Birthday blared about every 5 minutes. I mean BLARED, where our table had to quit speaking to each other and wait it out. If this place was 8-10 euros I'd gladly come back, but at 16 our entire group was disappointed and voted to not return again. read more

Chinese buffet with variety - I can honestly say every time I've went, afterwards I've waddled out stuffed to the gills. Why? There's lots to choose from, and don't forget the desserts. The cynic would say there's 40 different sorts of chicken, but when you look closer, there's starters, main courses, salads, a selection of different rice and noodles - and my fave - a tasty Thai style main course. For people who don't like rice and noodles, they serve chips as well. The staff are very helpful, even if the place is full, they magically conjure up a free table for you. When the place is bustling, it feels like you're sat down in a bazaar. It's not the place where you go for a quiet meal - you go there for a fun, gluttonous meal. read more

Yeah it is a decent place to eat some food (or as much as you like!!!!). I can't complain about the food it was nice and plentiful. The staff were - if not welcoming, very helpful. Plates were not big in size but I presume that is aimed at helping people 'take their time' and 'portion controlled'. The atmosphere is fine and the place is very spacious (how I like to dine) Food is well laid out. 7 us went as a party and enjoyed though later on that evening 1 of us got sick (badly) which always brings into questioning the hygiene of the kitchen. Though being one that gives the benefit of the doubt overall, all I will say is.... take your time eating and watch what you are eating (make sure it is well cooked etc). Sásta :) read more

When it comes to all-you-can-eat buffets Jimmy Chung's is up there with the best in Dublin. Located conveniently close to O'Connell Street and beside the Laughter Lounge, it is great for a night out on the cheap. Good food for what it is, don't expect Michelin star but it is cheap and filling. read more

Meh. So-so Chinese food. I won't be returning. The staff weren't that pleasant either. I have very little to say about this place.

Very unhelpful staff and didn't help when I encountered a problem at the restaurant. Would never go here again.

You just dont want to go there, it was late on time and pouring outside where the bus just dropped us infront of it given the fact that we were hungry for hours (coming from another city) so was our option although i checked the reviews here on yelp and it wasnt positive but the hunger and bad weathet drove me there; also the open buffet sounds a good option but the food was so bad, it looks and tastes like its been left for days there, the fried stuff was so oily and disgusting the overall experience wasnt alright, my only advise is just dont go there, even if u find ur self some execuses like i did. read more

We went into Jimmy Chungs looking for cheap good food.although advertised as 11.99€, we found additional hidden fees everywhere we turned, from sitting down after 5pm to not finishing everything on our plate. You think with all of the money they secretly charge you the restaurant would look better. The staff was incredibly rude, they would stand by your table once you had finish waiting for you to leave. While the food was mediocre, the restaurant stank of a cheap scam. read more

Second review? WHAT! This place is unreal. Right off O'Connell Street on the Quays you will find the smell of Chinese food lingering, and how can you resist a bit of all-you-can-eat when it's less than €11? (For Lunch.. but I think it's €13 then at dinner!) Everything about the place is fabulous - the decor, the servers in their uniforms that look so authentic, and the food. Oh, the food - fresh, steaming, mouth-watering, saucey, authentic Chinese cuisine. They also do amazing deserts - everything that you'd find in an American-Chinese buffet - ice cream, cake, fruit, etc. Be warned that you must be ready for this place, though! It's definitely the sort of place you need to starve yourself all day before going. So worth it though. GO! read more

Food was unpleasant looking as it was to taste. Both starters and mains looked like they had been sitting under the hot lights of the buffet for not hours but days. Edges of meat were burnt while flavours were bland and some of the main course sauces watery. It was a real struggle to find a main course(s) from then buffet that even looked half edible. I took from a selection of the best of a bad lot and my low expectations weren't even met. The best thing about the meal was the dessert; banana fritters and ice cream. Can't really go wrong...but it did. The batter was chewy and hard to cut through, it tasted the best of the lot though. Service was poor. It took too long to get the attention of the staff even though they were hovering around the place. Wouldn't recommend Jimmy Chungs to anyone. Not even someone I didn't like. read more

The food is just okay. Probably would not recommend to people who have high expectations. I really love their dessert choices though. I love the fritters (especially if paired with vanilla ice cream) and their coconut and mango jellies!!! read more

Poor excuse for a buffet or Chinese food. Most food was quite dry and bland (Fri eve @ 7:30 pm). Quite disappointed. Hope the soft serve ice cream will at least get the bad taste out of my mouth! read more

Food was delicious, but took forever to refill the food trays. Staff were friendly, nice atmosphere and definitely would go back again

Decent, the food its not amazing, but if u get there before 5 pm on the sunday u pay a decent price for a big buffet, its well located and near the o'connel st read more

Definitely the best all you can eat Chinese restaurant in Dublin in terms of selection and taste, but it's also the most expensive by some amount (double the price of most of the other ones). Good but the price makes it not great. read more

Ok, I admitt it - I almost only eat the chicken balls here. Cannot really review any other food but the chicken balls are great. Tend to stock up on them and then it takes a while before I want to go back. It's a nice casual place with a fresh buffé and did I mention that they dolovely chicken balls? read more

Good variety Probably not fresh Staff staring at you though you might not pay A little creepy Price not bad for variety Drinks very expensive 2.50 each for small glass with ice ie less than 330ml read more

Jimmy Chung's offers a well priced Chinese buffet. The furnishings and the excellant service provided by the staff lift Jimmy Chung's well beyond many, more common buffets going about town. The food is of the standard Chinese variety and a selection of Western style desserts are also provided. I always leave Jimmy Chung's feeling satisfied and having had a good time. read more

The noodles were bland and dry. Some of the rice was under cooked. The food was also cold. I was disappointed.

Firstly, the interior is quite nice, gives off a mellow vibe. Secondly, it's a buffet and for the prices they charge, the food's pretty good especially if you're craving greasy, satisfying Chinese food. Thirdly, the staff can be a bit intimidating what with them circling the restaurant like hawks, taking finished plates from the table but you get used to it. Fourth: the level of cleanliness is high in the restaurant and the bathrooms. Bottom line: good comfort food and nice to come here with friends. read more

The food is ok a bit cold when you pick what you want and sit down... The value for money is good it's pretty loud inside because it always seems to be relatively busy with the laughter lounge so close by. The staff are nice. The desserts are all gone the later in the evening you go. read more

Go here if u want FOOD POISONING!! Used to be a very loyal customer, have made dozens of visits with friends. All members of my party got food poisoning. Emailed them twice with no response. very unsatisfied! read more

Firstly the food is top notch always is delicious and have been here and always love coming to this place with family, so when you visit a restaurant 2 things are very important firstly quality of food and secondly quality of service and I already have highlighted that the food there is top notch but the service is not so top notch, was greeted by this guy with glasses and what a tosser basically this guy was awful and very very rude and unprofessional and as a result by his behaviour I will not be dinning at this establishment as a result anymore read more

certainly not the best the food isn't great and is tacky its hit and miss with what you pick as some stuff tastes a lot nicer than other. I do understand the predicament if you want to run an all you can eat you cant sell the best quality food as you will be down money in no time doing that. The staff where typical all you can eat staff too rude and rushy. The price of the drinks are an absolute robbery and if you say you just want water you get such a dirty look you would swear you just committed treason i think the main way they make money is the prices they put on the drinks. The staff also came to take my plate and asked if i wanted drinks like three times literally the second i was finished eating the last thing off my plate they where over snatching it away from the table asking if i wanted drinks when i said no already just water. I was also paying evening rates so there was no need for this the evening rates a little too expensive for an all you can eat too. read more

I am on vacation to Dublin and I found this restaurant very confusing. We were brought to our seats, never handed menus and never asked what our orders were. They gave us a jug of water but that's as far as it went service wise. The kitchen, with the food that we were never offered, is in plain view of all of the tables. There were trays of food lying around everywhere in the centre of the restaurant. Staff were not wearing uniforms and were just helping themselves to the food instead of taking orders. Some of the staff members also appeared to be children, who were also helping themselves to the food. When we left we were charged €10 despite not being served food. read more

Used to be a fan but NEVER AGAIN. We went in around 7pm so it was busy they directed us upstairs and suggested we pay before coz we were paying separately, I had no problem until I was told I had to go back downstairs coz they don't take card upstairs which is stupid. Then after eating our food we drank and chatted for an hour to the displease of the staff who bluntly tried to get us out by just missing out on wiping our table down whilst we chatted. Then going downstairs to pay with card informer the staff upstairs who said it was fine i was literally surrounded by four of them who questioned me on which table I was at then told me I had to pay upstairs and stopped once I waved the card. Then on their rude loud walkie talkies they tried to present be with a bill of €31 which included the food i already paid for. Once i laid it out clearly surrounded by five staff it was sorted. They were quick to happily say bye to me EACH of them when I left. I shall not be returning, I don't care if it its just one bad time thats all it takes for me to find somewhere else. One thing these asian in particular chinese places have in common is rude staff. Just because most clients are chinese and are used to the rudeness doesn't mean it has to be tolerated by someone else who came for a nice meal. read more