Wonderful Asian Restaurant in Alexandria, VA

4.5(96)11.47 - 18.00Alexandria, VA
True Hidden Gem 💎
American-ChineseStir-fries+ Thai+ Japanese
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Highly rated

Highly rated at 4.5 stars with 96 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Alexandria, VA • Price 11.47 - 18.00 • 4.5★
In the heart of Alexandria, Virginia, Wonderful Asian Restaurant offers an unparalleled Chinese buffet experience. With a rating of 4.5 and an impressive 96 reviews, this culinary gem has earned the trust of the local community. All-you-can-eat fans will be thrilled with the vast selection of dishes, from savory sicken wings to mouth-watering hibachi creations. Whether you're in the mood for lunch or dinner, Wonderful Asian Restaurant has something for everyone, including vegetarian food and dessert options. Reviews rave about the friendly service, with one delighted patron wishing they lived closer so they could visit more often. Another reviewer praised the lunch specials, while a third highlighted the ramen. Whatever your taste buds desire, Wonderful Asian Restaurant is the perfect destination for a satisfying and memorable dining experience.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
2256 Huntington Ave, Alexandria, VA 22303, USA, Del Ray, Alexandria, Virginia
Phone
(703) 888-3655
Today
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Price
11.47 - 18.00
Rating
4.5 (96 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🍺Alcohol served

Beer, wine, and cocktails available

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Signature Dishes

7 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Friendly Service

Also mentioned

**Dessert** Options**Vegetarian Food**Atmosphere LikeHibachiPricesRamen

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 35/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score35/100
Speed signals
5/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
10/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Fast food turnaround noted in FAQ
  • Under $16 per person
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Trusted Rating

🆕 4.1 weighted · 96 reviews
4.1weighted · raw 4.5 from 96 reviews(↓ 0.37 from raw)
Newly Discovered (Low Confidence)
Review volume vs. city median96 / 253.5 median
01,267.5 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.5) with the city average (4.00) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1267.5+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Pricing

Price range 11.47 - 18.00
Price range11.47 - 18.00
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Curbside PickupDogs Allowed

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Reviews

96 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the atmosphere like at Wonderful Asian Restaurant?

The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with a beautiful front end that pays homage to the owner's culture.

How would you describe the food at Wonderful Asian Restaurant?

The food is amazing, fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, with a wide variety of options including Chinese, hibachi, Thai, and seafood.

Are the prices at Wonderful Asian Restaurant reasonable?

Yes, the prices are fantastic, less than fast food for real homemade flavor, with cost-efficient lunch and dinner specials.

Is Wonderful Asian Restaurant a good option for seafood lovers?

Yes, the seafood boil is highly recommended, with rich flavors, perfectly juicy sauce, and fresh and cooked-to-perfection seafood.

Can I get a good meal at Wonderful Asian Restaurant if I'm not in the area?

Yes, they offer takeout options, and one reviewer highly recommends their seafood boil takeout.

Is Wonderful Asian Restaurant suitable for large groups?

Yes, they have multiple tables that can accommodate big groups or small.

How is the hibachi at Wonderful Asian Restaurant?

The hibachi is great, according to one reviewer.

Are there any options for people who don't like seafood or Chinese food?

Yes, they have a variety of options including hibachi and Thai dishes, and one reviewer mentions that the lo mein is fantastic.

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How is the ramen at Wonderful Asian Restaurant?

One reviewer mentions that the ramen is not that great.

Can I get lunch specials at Wonderful Asian Restaurant?

Yes, they have awesome lunch specials, according to one reviewer.

Is Wonderful Asian Restaurant a good option for people who want to try new things?

Yes, one reviewer mentions that they have tried something new every time and have always been pleased.

🏘️Suburban Center

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

Food & Dining
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Transportation & Automotive
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Recreation & Entertainment
7
Miscellaneous Services
5
Personal Care & Beauty
4
Government & Public Services
3

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Museum

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Subway

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Fast Food

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Grocery & Markets

Mike's Q Mart

Convenience

2262 Huntington Avenue

~100 ftMo-Su 09:00-22:00
+1-703-329-4800
7-Eleven

Convenience

2305 Huntington Avenue

~410 ft
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7-Eleven

Convenience

5834 North Kings Highway

~0.5 mi24/7
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7-Eleven

Convenience

2002 Eisenhower Avenue

~0.5 mi24/7
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Wegmans

Supermarket

150 Stovall Street

~0.6 mi
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Bars & Pubs

Virginia ABC

Alcohol

5940 Richmond Highway

~0.4 mi
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Atlas Brew Works

Pub

~0.6 mi
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Bakeries & Desserts

Voila Pastry & Cafe

Bakery

5908 North Kings Highway

~0.5 mi
Cold Stone Creamery

Ice Cream

~0.5 miSu-Th 12:00-21:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-22:00

Cafes & Coffee

Starbucks

Cafe

2459 Eisenhower Avenue

~0.5 miMo-Fr 05:30-18:30; Sa,Su 06:30-18:30
+1 703-960-4279Website

Postal services

Jefferson Manor Post Office

Post Office

5834 North Kings Highway

~0.5 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 10:00-14:00
+1 703-317-9286Website
United States Postal Service

Post Box

2111 Eisenhower Avenue

~0.5 mi

Government offices

General Services Administration

Government

Hooffs Run Drive

~0.5 mi

Specialists

Huntington Dental

Dentist

5956 Richmond Highway

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Pharmacy & medical supplies

CVS Pharmacy

Chemist

2441 Eisenhower Avenue

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Dry Cleaning

2271 Eisenhower Avenue

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ASAP Printing & Graphics

Copyshop

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+1-703-836-2288
FedEx Office

Copyshop

2241 Eisenhower Avenue

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Fountain

Fountain

~0.5 mi

Beauty & spa

Best Nails

Beauty

2262 Huntington Avenue

~60 ft
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Healthy Nails & Spa II

Beauty

5944 Richmond Highway

~0.4 mi
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Top Coat Beauty and Nail Salon

Beauty

2265 Eisenhower Avenue

~0.5 mi

Hair services

Family Hair Design

Hairdresser

2264 Huntington Avenue

~70 ft
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Professional services

Questel

Company

2331 Mill Road

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Consulting

2331 Mill Road

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Parks & amenities

BBQ area

Bbq

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Other recreation & entertainment

Recreation & entertainment venue

Picnic Site

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Specialty stores

Best Smokes

Tobacco

5946A Richmond Highway

~0.4 mi
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Gyms & fitness centers

Planet Fitness

Fitness Centre

5960 Richmond Highway

~0.4 mi
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Fitness Centre

2381 Eisenhower Avenue

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+1 571-363-3232

Parking facilities

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Vehicle rentals

Enterprise

Car Rental

5954 Richmond Highway

~0.4 mi
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Zipcar

Car Sharing

~0.5 mi
Eisenhower Ave & Mill Race Ln

Bicycle Rental

~0.5 mi24/7
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Mandeville Ln & Stovall St

Bicycle Rental

~0.6 mi24/7
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Travel agencies

American Automobile Association

Travel Agency

~0.5 mi