Szechwan House in Benicia, CA

3.9(260)Benicia, CA
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3.9-star rating from 260 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Romantic dinners

At a glance

Benicia, CA • 3.9★
Szechwan House in Benicia, California, is a Chinese buffet paradise that offers a delightful dining experience. With a rating of 3.9 and over 260 reviews, it's clear that this restaurant is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. From all-you-can-eat options to a variety of dishes to suit every taste, Szechwan House is the perfect destination for a satisfying meal. Our server was accommodating, even making special vegetarian dishes that weren't on the menu. With options like crab fried rice, chicken wings, and beef, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, Szechwan House is a great choice.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
500 First St, Benicia, CA 94510, USA, Benicia Heights, Benicia, California
Phone
(707) 745-4743
Today
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Rating
3.9 (260 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Great for families

Kid-friendly and family-oriented

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

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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

Signature Dishes

10 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Even If They Are Not On The MenuPepper TofuSalt

Also mentioned

BeefChicken WingsCrab Fried RiceDining AreaFood PresentationQuality Of The FoodSeating

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 27/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score27/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
7/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

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

Trusted Rating

👍 3.9 weighted · 260 reviews
3.9weighted · raw 3.9 from 260 reviews
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median260 / 260 median
01,300 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (3.9) with the city average (3.90) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1300+ 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 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
1:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 9:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For GroupsGood For KidsOpen To AllWaiter ServiceVegan optionsLimited vegetarian options

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for groupsGood for kidsNoise: Noise level

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsCatering

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Popular Dishes

13 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Pot Stickers$9.9515 mentions
  • Mongolian Beef$15.9514 mentions
  • Walnut Prawns$16.9512 mentions
  • Shrimp Chow Fun$16.5010 mentions
  • Kung Pao Chicken$15.509 mentions
  • Sweet and Sour Pork$15.506 mentions
  • Chicken Chow Mein / 鷄絲炒麵$11.956 mentions
  • BBQ Pork Pan Fried Noodles$16.956 mentions
  • Sweet and Sour Chicken$15.506 mentions
  • General Chicken$15.505 mentions
  • Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings$15.504 mentions
  • House Special Twin Prawns$17.953 mentions
  • Steamed Rice$3.003 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

70 items with prices
  • Spring Rolls (4)$9.95

    Vegetables, no meat, crispy

  • Fried Chicken Wings (8)$11.95

    8 Crispy Chicken Wings with Sweet and Sour Sauce

  • Chicken Salad$12.95

    Crispy Chicken with a sweet and tangy dressing Lettuce, Carrots, Cucumber

  • Pu Pu Tray ( Assorted Appetizers )$16.95

    4 pieces BBQ Ribs, 4 pieces Fried Prawns, 2 Crispy Spring Rolls, and 4 pieces Fried Won Ton

  • Shrimp Dumpling$9.95

    Savory Shrimp Dumping, 9 pieces per order

  • Chinese Sui Mai (8)$9.95

    Delicious Sui Mai ( Dumpling Filling with Pork, Shrimp and Chicken)

  • Pot Stickers (6)$9.95

    6 pieces of delicious pot stickers

  • Fried Won Ton (20 pieces)$9.95

    Tasty Fried Won Ton with Sweet and Sour Sauce

  • Won Ton Soup$11.95

    Dumplings, veggies, and savory broth

  • Hot and Sour Soup$11.95

    Chicken, Pork, To Fu, Veggies, Hot, and Spicy

  • Egg Flower Soup$11.95

    Egg, To Fu, Peas, Carrots, and broth, 32oz container of Egg Flower Soup

  • Seafood Soup$13.95

    Scallops, Shrimp, Squid, To Fu, Peas, Carrots, Eggs, and broth

  • Chicken Noodle Soup$12.95

    Chicken, vegetables, broth, and noodles

  • Wor Won Ton Soup$12.95

    Savory Won Ton Soup with chicken, pork, and shrimp on top

  • Sweet and Sour Chicken$15.50

    Crispy and Sweet

  • Sesame Chicken$15.50

    32oz box of Crispy Seseme Chicken

  • General Chicken$15.50

    Sweet and Crispy Chicken over steam Brocolli

  • Kung Pao Chicken$15.50

    Spicy Sautéed Chicken with Vegetables

  • Vegetables Chicken$15.50

    Assorted Vegetables with Brocolli and White meat chicken

  • Almond Chicken$15.50

    Chicken, almonds, garlic, and Vegetables

  • Szechwan Chicken$15.50

    Delicious Crispy Chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce

  • Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings$15.50

    Crispy Salt and Peppered Chicken Wings with garlic and green onion. Mild Spicy. Delicious to go with any meal

  • Szechwan Fusion Chicken and Fries$16.50

    Crispy Chicken and French Fries with our famous Szechwan Sauce on the side. Enjoy

  • Fusion Sweet and Sour Chicken with French Fries$16.50

    Delicious Crispy Chicken and French Fries with Sweet and Sauce on the side. Enjoy

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

260 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 260 reviews, with an average rating of 3.9 stars.
  • Positive review text points to service and crab.
  • Recent positive review text gives this page enough customer detail to compare it with nearby buffet options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

How is the seating at Szechwan House?

The restaurant has a bunch of seating inside, with cloth napkins and plates set up at each table.

How is the service at Szechwan House?

Service can be great, with accommodating servers, but some customers have experienced rude and racist staff members.

What is the quality of the food at Szechwan House?

Some dishes are very good, such as the crab fried rice and chicken wings, but others, like the broccoli beef pan fried noodles, may be undercooked.

How would you describe the overall experience at Szechwan House?

Some customers have had great experiences, describing it as a 'delightful dining experience', while others have had negative experiences with staff and food quality.

Is Szechwan House a good option for a family dinner?

Some customers have had positive experiences with family members, but others have experienced negative interactions with staff, which may not be suitable for all families.

Is Szechwan House a good place for vegetarians?

The restaurant can accommodate vegetarian requests, even making dishes not on the menu, such as salt and pepper tofu.

Can I get a refund if I'm not satisfied with my experience at Szechwan House?

Yes, refunds are possible, as one customer was able to get their money back after a negative experience with a staff member.

Is the dining area at Szechwan House spacious?

Yes, the restaurant has a pretty big dining area with cloth napkins and plates set up at each table.

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Are the staff at Szechwan House knowledgeable about the menu?

Some staff members may not be very knowledgeable or willing to answer questions about the menu, as one customer experienced eye-rolling and short answers.

Can I order takeout from Szechwan House?

Yes, the restaurant offers takeout, as one customer ordered to go and picked up their food later.

How is the food presentation at Szechwan House?

Some customers have experienced poor food presentation, such as being handed their order roughly, rather than being given it politely.

Can I get a customized dish at Szechwan House?

Yes, the restaurant may be willing to make customized dishes, such as salt and pepper tofu, even if they are not on the menu.

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A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

Food & Dining
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Government & Public Services
12
Recreation & Entertainment
11
Transportation & Automotive
10
Financial Services
8
Religious & Spiritual
6

95 nearby places across 13 categories

Nearby Places

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96 places nearby (arts & culture, finance, food, government, healthcare)

Museums & galleries

Happy Life Pottery

Gallery

632 1st Street

~500 ft
Website
Benicia Plein Air Gallery

Gallery

307 1st Street

~660 ftFr-Su 11:00-17:00
+1-707-771-6166Website
Benicia Capitol

Museum

115 West G Street

~730 ftFr-Su 10:00-17:00
+1-707-745-3385Website
Benicia Bench

Artwork

~0.3 mi

Banking

Bank of America

Atm

~0.5 mi24/7
Bank of America

Atm

~0.5 mi24/7
Western Union

Atm

~0.5 mi
ATM

Atm

~0.5 mi
Bank of America

Bank

70 Solano Square

~0.5 miMo-Th 09:00-17:00; Fr 09:00-18:00; Sa 10:00-13:00
+1-707-747-4885Website
Wells Fargo

Atm

~0.5 mi24/7

Money services

Coinstar

Payment Terminal

~0.5 mi
Website
Western Union

Money Transfer

~0.5 mi

Bars & Pubs

Mare Island Brewing Co. - First Street

Bar

440 1st Street

~90 ftWe-Fr 15:00-21:00; Sa 10:00-21:00; Su 10:00-20:00
Website
The Rellik Tavern

Bar

726 1st Street

~820 ftMo 16:00-21:00; Su, Tu-We 12:00-22:00; Th-Sa 12:00-01:00
+1-707-746-1137Website
Sips

Alcohol

~870 ftSu-We 09:00-21:00; Th-Sa 09:00-22:00
+1-415-963-2292Website

Restaurants

Lucca Bar and Grill

Restaurant

439 1st Street

~140 ftMo-Su 11:00-21:00
Aung

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333 1st Street

~450 ft
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Sandovals

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~580 ft
Bella Siena

Restaurant

127 1st Street

~1050 ftMo-Th 11:30-21:00; Fr-Su 11:30-22:00
+1-707-805-0575Website
Mai Thai

Restaurant

807 1st Street

~0.2 mi
+1-707-747-1868Website
Aroma Indian Cuisine

Restaurant

~0.2 miMo-Su 11:00-22:00
+1-707-745-1870Website
Sailor Jack's

Restaurant

123 1st Street

~0.2 miMo, We-Th 11:00-20:00; Su 10:00-20:00; Fr 11:00-21:00; Sa 10:00-21:00
+1-707-746-8500Website
Venti

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911 1st Street

~0.3 mi
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Pacifica Pizza

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~0.3 mi
Los Molcajetes Taqueria

Restaurant

1034 1st Street

~0.4 mi
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Nation's Giant Hamburgers

Fast Food

191 Military East

~0.5 miSu-Th 07:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 07:00-00:30
+1-707-747-0888Website
Pizza Pirate

Restaurant

72 Solano Square

~0.5 miMo-Su 11:00-21:00
+1-707-745-1667Website

Cafes & Coffee

Double Rainbow Cafe

Cafe

~180 ft
Starbucks

Cafe

50 Solano Square

~0.5 mi
+1 707-745-4047Website
Starbucks

Cafe

90 Solano Square

~0.5 miSu-Fr 04:15-21:00; Sa 04:00-21:30
+1 707-746-6473Website
Rrags Caffé

Cafe

1383 East 2nd Street

~0.6 miMo-Fr 05:00-18:00; Sa 06:00-17:00; Su 06:00-15:00
+1-707-748-4247Website

Grocery & Markets

Sepay Groves

Greengrocer

364 1st Street

~520 ftTu-Sa 10:00-17:30; Su 11:00-16:30
+1-707-434-8222Website
Safeway

Supermarket

50 Solano Square

~0.5 miMo-Su 05:00-00:00
+1 707-745-4047Website

Bakeries & Desserts

Fox & Fawn Bakehouse

Bakery

305 1st Street

~700 ftWe-Sa 12:00-16:00
+1-707-297-6678Website
One House Bakery

Bakery

918 1st Street

~0.3 miWe-Su 08:00-18:00
Website
Supernova

Ice Cream

191 Military East

~0.5 mi
Website

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~0.2 mi
Public restroom

Toilets

~0.3 mi
Public restroom

Toilets

~0.4 miMo-Su 09:00-18:00
Public restroom

Toilets

~0.4 mi
Public restroom

Toilets

~0.4 mi

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.2 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.2 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.2 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.2 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.3 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.3 mi

Postal services

Mailbox

Post Box

~0.5 mi

Other healthcare

Wellness Wisdom

Massage

827 1st Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 09:00-20:00; Sa 09:00-15:00
+1-707-746-6099Website

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Rite Aid

Chemist

60 Solano Square

~0.5 miMo-Su 08:00-22:00
+1-707-746-0229Website
Rite Aid

Pharmacy

60 Solano Square

~0.5 miMo-Su 08:00-22:00
+1-707-746-0229Website

Specialists

Benicia Family Dentistry

Dentist

175 East N Street

~0.6 mi
Website

Other services

Vacant

Vacant

~670 ft
Sister

Florist

931 1st Street

~0.3 miTu-Su 11:00-17:00; Mo 11:00-15:00
Website
bandstand

Shelter

~0.4 mi

Professional services

Benicia Herald

Company

~0.2 miMo-Fr 08:30-16:30
+1-707-745-0733Website
TrailPeople

Company

919 1st Street

~0.3 mi
+1-707-205-1370Website

Real estate services

Olson Realty, Inc

Estate Agent

920 1st Street, #101

~0.3 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
+1-707-745-3602Website

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

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~0.3 mi

Other recreation & entertainment

Saint Pauls Square

Park

~0.3 mi
Recreation & entertainment venue

Picnic Site

~0.5 mi
Jensen Park

Park

~0.5 mi

Outdoor activities

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

~0.4 mi
Viewpoint

Viewpoint

~0.4 mi

Places of worship

Benicia Fellowship

Place Of Worship

~0.3 mi
Community Congregational Church

Place Of Worship

~0.3 mi
Northgate Christian Church

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
Saint Dominic Catholic Church

Place Of Worship

475 East I Street

~0.5 mi
+1 707-747-7220Website
Community Congregational Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi
Heritage Presbyterian Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi

Specialty stores

Bookshop Benicia

Books

636 1st Street

~540 ftTu-Sa 10:00-17:30; Su 11:00-17:00
+1-707-747-5155Website
Benicia Main Street Gift Shop

Gift

90 1st Street

~0.3 miMo-We, Fr 09:00-17:30; Th, Sa-Su 11:00-16:00
+1-707-745-9791Website
Zepplin Comics

Books

929 1st Street

~0.3 miTu-Sa 12:00-19:00; Su 12:00-17:00
+1 707-687-8131Website

Sports & outdoor

Wheels In Motion

Bicycle

~890 ft

Clothing & fashion

Collektive Boutique

Clothes

935 1st Street

~0.3 mi
Website

Community & employment centers

Benicia Vetrans

Community Centre

1150 1st Street

~0.4 mi
+1-707-389-9175

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~340 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~440 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~890 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~950 ft
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~0.2 mi
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~0.3 mi
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Bicycle Parking

~0.3 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.3 mi
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Bicycle Parking

~0.4 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.5 mi

Visitor information

Benicia Chamber of Commerce

Information

~360 ft

Attractions

City of Benicia Fishing Pier

Attraction

~0.4 mi

Fuel & charging stations

Charging station

Charging Station

~0.4 mi

Other utilities

Blue Rhino

Vending Machine

~0.5 mi
Redbox

Vending Machine

~0.5 mi