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New Panda Buffet

5120 Obama Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016
$$$
Sushi, Chinese

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New Panda Buffet 8.2
Baldwin Hills / Crenshaw
A longtime all-you-can-eat mainstay offering a huge rotation of Chinese-American staples plus sushi and seafood. It’s the kind of big, bustling buffet where families and groups camp out for variety and value, and the kitchen keeps trays moving steadily. Not a finesse spot, but dependable for sheer choice and comfort-food cravings.
Must-Try Dishes: Salt & pepper shrimp, Chow mein, BBQ spare ribs
Scores:
Value: 8.7 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 8.3 Atmosphere: 6.8 Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: A massive buffet spread that’s been a local default since 2002.
Who should go: Families and groups who want variety.
When to visit: Lunch for best price-to-selection ratio.
What to order: Shrimp dishes, chow mein, BBQ ribs.
Insider tip: Go early in dinner service for the freshest rotations.
New Panda Buffet 8.2
Mid-City
A long-running all-you-can-eat buffet with a full sushi station that locals use as a reliable, high-volume option. Sushi is straightforward rather than delicate, but turnover keeps items fresh and the selection is broad. It’s the neighborhood value play for groups and families.
Must-Try Dishes: Salmon Nigiri, California Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll
Scores:
Value: 8.9 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 8.5 Food Quality: 8.5 Atmosphere: 6.6 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Huge selection with a dependable sushi bar at buffet prices.
Who should go: Families and big groups hungry for variety.
When to visit: Early dinner to beat peak crowds.
What to order: Salmon nigiri, spicy tuna roll, shrimp tempura roll.
Insider tip: Start at the sushi bar right after a fresh restock.