Clay Pot Cafe (旺角煲仔饭） in Boston, MA

4.2(654)16.14 - 38.23Boston, MA
CantoneseClay pot rice
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Solid choice

Rated 4.2 stars based on 654 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Quick meals
  • Families
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Boston, MA • Price 16.14 - 38.23 • 4.2★
Experience the best of Boston's Chinatown at Clay Pot Cafe, a local favorite serving up authentic Cantonese comfort food. With a Chinese buffet that caters to all tastes, this casual eatery offers a wide variety of delicious dishes to satisfy your cravings. Whether you're in the mood for quick bites or a leisurely meal, Clay Pot Cafe's takeout, dine-in, and delivery options make it easy to enjoy their mouthwatering cuisine. Don't miss their signature rice rolls, stir-fried green beans, and clay pot rice, all crafted with love and care to bring you an unforgettable dining experience. As a Boston, Massachusetts institution, Clay Pot Cafe is a must-visit destination for foodies and locals alike, boasting a 4.2-star rating and over 650 glowing reviews.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
74 Kneeland St, Boston, MA 02111, USA, Chinatown, Boston, Massachusetts
Phone
(617) 357-5262
Today
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Price
16.14 - 38.23
Rating
4.2 (654 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

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Signature Dishes

6 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Place Kid-Friendly×2

Also mentioned

Clay Pot Rice· $2.20Food Quality HighPrice Reasonable· $2.20ServiceWait Time

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 25/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score25/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
5/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Moderate pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

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

Regional Specialist 🏮

Cantonese regional cuisine · score 70/100
Authenticity score70/100
AuthenticChinese nameCantonese

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 33/100 · 3 positive signals
Full night out score33/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
8/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Karaoke and nightclubs nearby
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.2 weighted · 654 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.2 from 654 reviews
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median654 / 864 median
04,320 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.2) with the city average (4.16) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 4320+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 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
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Popular Times

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Pricing

Price range 16.14 - 38.23
Price range16.14 - 38.23
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
RestroomCurbside PickupDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualCozy

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerCateringCounter service

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Credit CardsDebit Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
Comfort foodHealthy optionsLate-night foodQuick biteSmall plates

Planning

Reservations and groups
Usually a wait

Reviews

654 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the food quality high?

For the price it’s really high quality food!

Can I get vegetarian options?

I've been coming here when I'm in town for the last 5 years. Quality has been maintained, and now they have vegetarian claypot options too!

Is the clay pot rice delicious?

The aromas from the pot were addicting, the crispy rice at the bottom and edges were great, and the rice itself was seasoned very well.

Is the service good?

The woman running front of house was super friendly.

Is the place kid-friendly?

Brought my family to dine here for our final meal in Boston and everyone enjoyed the food and atmosphere.

How long is the wait time?

Wait time was about 5 minutes at 7pm on a Friday.

Is the price reasonable?

For the price it’s really high quality food!

Is the place good for large groups?

You can also get add-ons, or if with a larger party, get a full plate of vegetables.

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What is the rating of Clay Pot Cafe (旺角煲仔饭）?

Clay Pot Cafe (旺角煲仔饭） has a 4.2-star rating based on 654 customer reviews.

🍜Cultural Food Hub

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

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

Food & Dining
30
Transportation & Automotive
13
Government & Public Services
12
Recreation & Entertainment
7
Financial Services
6
Arts & Culture
6

91 nearby places across 12 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Museums & galleries

Artwork

Artwork

~310 ft
Artwork

Artwork

~330 ft

Libraries & archives

Tufts University Hirsh Health Sciences Library

Library

145 Harrison Avenue

~520 ft
Urban College of Boston Learning Resource Center

Library

178 Tremont Street

~870 ft
Boston Public Library Chinatown

Library

~920 ft
Website

Theaters & performance venues

Wang Theater

Theatre

~0.2 mi

Banking

Santander

Bank

61 Harrison Avenue

~410 ft
Citibank

Bank

~680 ft
Bank of America

Bank

~820 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-14:00
Website
WebsterBank

Bank

~860 ftMo-We 09:00-16:00; Th,Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa off
Santander

Atm

~990 ftMo-Su 07:00-24:00
Cathay Bank

Bank

621 Washington Street

~1000 ftMo-Fr 08:30-16:30; Sa 09:00-13:00

Restaurants

Clay Pot Cafe日旺角

Restaurant

74 Kneeland Street

~20 ftMo-Su 11:30-21:00
+1 617 357 5262
BLR

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~120 ft
Crave - Mad for Chicken

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~120 ft
Gaga Seafood Restaurant

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~130 ft
Shabu Zen

Restaurant

16 Tyler Street

~140 ftSu-Th 11:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-00:00
+1 617 292 8828Website
Jumbo Seafood

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~160 ft
Restaurant

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Winsor Dimsum Cafe

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~180 ftMo-Su 09:00-22:00
China Pearl Restaurant

Restaurant

9 Tyler Street

~210 ft
Double Chin Modern Asian Restaurant

Restaurant

86 Harrison Avenue

~250 ftSu-Th 11:30-23:00; Fr-Sa 11:30-04:00
+1 617 482 0682Website
Bao Bao Bakery

Restaurant

84 Harrison Avenue

~250 ftMo-We 08:00-21:00; Th-Su 08:00-22:00
+1-617-988-8191Website
Ding Ho Fast Food

Restaurant

88 Harrison Avenue

~250 ftMo-Su 08:00-17:00
Website

Cafes & Coffee

Kung Fu Tea

Cafe

~50 ftSu-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-23:00
Tiger Sugar

Cafe

14 Tyler Street

~140 ftSu-Th 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-21:30
+1 857 250 1898Website
Tea-Do

Cafe

~200 ftSu-Th 10:30-22:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-23:00
+1 617 988 8002Website
OneZo Tapioca

Cafe

83 Harrison Avenue

~330 ft
+1 617 487 8786Website
Tbaar

Cafe

32 Kneeland Street

~380 ftMo-Su 11:00-21:00
+1 617 728 3688Website
Gong Cha

Cafe

~450 ftMo-Su 11:00-22:00
Teazzi

Cafe

~480 ft
Cafe Darq

Cafe

40 Beach Street

~490 ftMo-Th 08:30-21:00; Fr 08:30-22:00; Sa, Su 09:00-22:00
Website
Pin Ming

Tea

Beach Street

~650 ft
Gracenote Coffee Roasters

Cafe

108 Lincoln Street

~740 ftMo-Fr 07:00-16:30; Sa 09:00-16:00; Su 09:00-15:00
Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar

Cafe

665 Washington Street

~820 ftMo-Fr 06:30-23:00; Sa-Su 07:00-23:00
+1-857-233-4094Website
La Colombe Coffee Roasters

Cafe

745 Atlantic Avenue

~910 ft
+1-857-317-5340Website

Bars & Pubs

Shojo

Bar

9A Tyler Street

~220 ftTu-Th 11:30-23:00; Fr-Sa 11:30-00:00; Su-Mo 16:00-22:00
+1 617-482-8887Website
Truong Thanh Liquor

Alcohol

~260 ft
The Corner Pub

Pub

162 Lincoln Street

~570 ftMo-Tu 12:00-20:00; We 12:00-21:00; Th-Fr 12:00-22:00; Sa 12:00-19:00
+1-617-542-7080Website
The Wild Duck

Alcohol

660 Washington Street

~770 ftMo-Su 11:00-23:00
Rock & Rye

Bar

57 Stuart Street

~1050 ft

Bakeries & Desserts

Taiwan Bakery 聚樂惜悟

Bakery

~340 ft

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~100 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~190 ft
Recycling center

Recycling

~300 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~310 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~310 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~400 ft

Postal services

Mailbox

Post Box

~430 ft
Mailbox

Post Box

~510 ft
Mailbox

Post Box

~630 ft
Mailbox

Post Box

~840 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~990 ft
Lafayette Post Office

Post Office

~1020 ftMo-Fr 08:00-18:00; Sa 09:30-13:00

Pharmacy & medical supplies

CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~970 ftMo-Su 07:00-24:00
Website

Hospitals & clinics

Floating Hospital for Children

Hospital

755 Washington Street

~980 ft24/7
+1 617 636 8100Website

Alternative medicine

Firebrand Cannabis

Alternative

727 Atlantic Avenue

~1020 ftMo-Sa 09:00-20:40; Su 11:00-20:40
Website

Other services

TCAM

Yes

186 Lincoln Street

~510 ft
+1 617 542 1200Website
Wing's Flowers

Florist

~720 ft
Boston Fire Department High Pressure Company

High Pressure Company

175 Kneeland Street

~780 ft
Blue State Digital - Boston

Yes

~1050 ft

Hair services

Kalai Hairstyle

Hairdresser

30 Oxford Street

~410 ftMo-Su 09:00-19:00
+1 617 542 6231
Maison Salon

Hairdresser

~520 ft

Beauty & spa

Tao's

Beauty

35 Harrison Avenue

~460 ftMo-Th 11:00-20:30; Fr-Su 11:00-21:00
Website
Sasa Skin Care

Beauty

~520 ft

Professional services

Utile, Inc.

Architect

115 Kingston Street

~690 ftMo-Fr 09:00-18:00
+1-617-423-7200Website
Sasaki Foundation

Company

110 Chauncy Street

~840 ft
+1-617-923-7330Website
WeWork

Coworking

745 Atlantic Avenue

~940 ft24/7
+1-857-217-0936Website
KPMG

Consulting

60 South Street

~0.2 mi
+1 617 988 1000

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~310 ft
Bench

Bench

~310 ft
Bench

Bench

~340 ft
Bench

Bench

~350 ft
Bench

Bench

~360 ft
Bench

Bench

~390 ft

Entertainment venues

Bijou

Nightclub

51 Stuart Street

~1020 ft

Places of worship

Dorchester Temple Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.2 mi

Gyms & fitness centers

UFC Gym

Fitness Centre

~870 ft

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~90 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~100 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~140 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~150 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~150 ft
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Bicycle Parking

~170 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~170 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~240 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~260 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~260 ft

Vehicle rentals

Bluebikes

Bicycle Rental

75 Beach Street

~470 ft24/7
+1-855-948-2929Website
Bluebikes

Bicycle Rental

174 Harrison Avenue

~580 ft24/7
+1-855-948-2929Website
Bluebikes

Bicycle Rental

631 Washington Street

~950 ft24/7
+1-855-948-2929Website