China Star Buffet in Bakersfield, CA

3.7(1,098)Bakersfield, CA
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3.7-star rating from 1098 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Bakersfield, CA • 3.7★
China Star Buffet is a Chinese buffet restaurant in Bakersfield, CA, near Southwest Bakersfield, at 4771 Planz Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93309, USA. It has a 3.7-star rating from more than 1,098 reviews. The page includes full weekly hours, photos, and phone details. Useful visit details include lunch, dinner, brunch, and beer. That combination gives the China Star Buffet page concrete local context beyond a basic name, address, and phone listing.

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  • China Star Buffet has a listed address in Bakersfield, CA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 3.7-star rating from 1,098 reviews.
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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
4771 Planz Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93309, USA, Southwest Bakersfield, Bakersfield, California
Phone
(661) 396-1888
Today
10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Rating
3.7 (1,098 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

🧹Clean, comfortable

Well-maintained dining area

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Before you go

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Signature Dishes

10 popular dishes mentioned by diners
BeerBrunchDinnerFull Weekly HoursLunchPhone DetailsPhotosQuality Of The FoodSelection Of Dishes LikeWait Time Like

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Trusted Rating

✅ 3.9 weighted · 1,098 reviews
3.9weighted · raw 3.7 from 1,098 reviews(↑ 0.15 from raw)
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,098 / 418.5 median
02,092.5 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (3.7) with the city average (4.25) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2092.5+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

10 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
TV AvailableGood For GroupsGood For KidsWaiter ServiceDogs AllowedCurbside Pickup

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Noise: Noise level

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Reviews

1,098 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 1,098 reviews, with an average rating of 3.7 stars.
  • Positive review text points to family visits, fresh food, service, and value.
  • Recent positive review text gives this page enough customer detail to compare it with nearby buffet options.

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the quality of the food at China Star Buffet?

The food here is really good, everything is fresh, every time a tray is empty right the way it get replaced, you can eat in or go in and choose your food and take it.

Is China Star Buffet clean?

The restaurant wasn’t dirty, but is on the older side.

What is the selection of dishes like at China Star Buffet?

You can eat in or go in and choose your food and take it.

What is the wait time like at China Star Buffet?

We paid for our meals and were seated almost instantly.

Is China Star Buffet a good place to go for dinner?

Love the food ten out of ten best place for dinner

📍Neighborhood Gem

A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

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5 nearby places across 5 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

5 places nearby (food, government, healthcare, recreation, religious)

Cafes & Coffee

Starbucks

Cafe

4701 White Lane

~0.5 mi
+1 661-833-6927Website

Public facilities

Drinking water

Drinking Water

~0.6 mi

Hospitals & clinics

Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital

Hospital

5201 White Lane

~0.6 mi
+1 661 241 5506

Other recreation & entertainment

Brockton Grissom Park

Park

~0.5 mi

Places of worship

Cornerstone Community Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi