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Best Chinese in Harwood Heights
Master Critic Review
Super China Buffet
7.5
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
A large, all-you-can-eat buffet that wins on sheer variety and group convenience, not finesse. It works best when you treat it like a selective sampler—stick to a few fresh trays, add a crunchy appetizer, and skip items that look tired to keep quality steady.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crab Rangoon, Orange chicken, Hibachi grill plate
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 7
Consistency: 7.1
Food Quality: 7.3
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 6.8
What makes it special: Big-batch variety for groups who want everyone satisfied fast.
Who should go: Groups with mixed tastes who want one easy stop.
When to visit: Early dinner for fresher trays and shorter lines.
What to order: Crab Rangoon; orange chicken; hibachi grill plate.
Insider tip: Do one lap first—pick only the freshest trays.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Large suburban strip-mall style lot parking is typically available right out front; easiest access is via Harlem Ave. Prime spots fill up during weekend dinner rush, but turnover is steady.
Dress code: Casual and practical—jeans, hoodies, and sneakers are normal. Wear something comfortable for a buffet (no need to dress up).
Noise level: Moderate to loud—big dining room with lots of families and groups; you can talk, but it’s not a quiet, intimate vibe.
Weekend wait: 15–30 min typical; can stretch to 30–45 min on peak Saturday nights with large parties.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait; occasional short line during lunch peak (5–10 min).
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—multiple vegetable dishes, rice/noodle options, soups, and salad bar items; best strategy is to focus on stir-fried veg and simple sides.
Vegan options: Limited—possible to build a plate from vegetables, rice, fruit/salad, and some noodles, but sauces may contain oyster/fish-based ingredients; ask if you want a stricter vegan approach.
Gluten-free options: Limited—many buffet items use soy sauce, breading, or thickened sauces. Safer picks are plain rice, some grilled proteins from the hibachi station, and un-sauced vegetables, but cross-contact is likely.
Best For
Better for: Big groups, picky eaters, and anyone who wants maximum variety for the price—this is a “everyone wins” buffet play with fast gratification and easy sharing energy.
Consider Alternatives If: You want made-to-order finesse, a quiet date vibe, or strict dietary control (gluten-free/vegan). Choose a smaller, cooked-to-order Chinese spot when you care more about peak execution than variety.