Gold Chef in Chandler, AZ

3.6(164)12.14 - 16.99Chandler, AZ
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3.6-star rating from 164 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Chandler, AZ • Price 12.14 - 16.99 • 3.6★
Gold Chef: Arizona's Premier Chinese Buffet Experience Indulge in an all-you-can-eat feast at Gold Chef, the top-rated Chinese restaurant in Chandler, Arizona. This local favorite offers an incredible selection of dishes, from savory noodles to mouth-watering dumplings, all crafted with care and presented with a warm smile. With a 5-star rating from regular customers, you can trust that your meal will exceed your expectations. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, Gold Chef is the perfect destination. Their Chinese buffet features an impressive array of options, including vegetarian and dessert choices, ensuring there's something for everyone. And with their convenient parking and reservable seating, you can enjoy your meal without a worry. As one delighted customer put it, 'It is my new go to spot.' With their exceptional service and huge portions, it's no wonder that Gold Chef has earned a loyal following. So why not treat yourself to a memorable dining experience in the heart of Chandler? Visit Gold Chef today and discover a true gem!
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
1055 S Arizona Ave UNIT 10, Chandler, AZ 85286, USA, Ocotillo, Chandler, Arizona
Phone
(480) 812-3661
Today
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Price
12.14 - 16.99
Rating
3.6 (164 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🥡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

Top picks

Dumplings×2JalapeñO Beef×2Noodles×2Orange Chicken×2Spam Fried Rice· $12.99×2Indicating A Diverse MenuTastyWith Customers Describing Them As Flavorful

Also mentioned

AtmosphereDessert Choices

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

🆕 3.8 weighted · 164 reviews
3.8weighted · raw 3.6 from 164 reviews(↑ 0.18 from raw)
Newly Discovered (Low Confidence)
Review volume vs. city median164 / 414 median
02,070 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (3.6) with the city average (3.85) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2070+ 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
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Pricing

Price range 12.14 - 16.99
Price range12.14 - 16.99
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
TV AvailableGender Neutral RestroomsGood For GroupsGood For KidsWaiter ServiceDogs Allowed

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.

Parking

Parking availability
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Reviews

164 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What are some popular dishes at Gold Chef?

Some popular dishes at Gold Chef include the noodles, orange chicken, dumplings, Jalapeño Beef, and Spam fried rice, with customers describing them as flavorful and tasty.

Does Gold Chef have a wide variety of dishes?

Customers mention a variety of dishes, including noodles, orange chicken, dumplings, Jalapeño Beef, and Spam fried rice, indicating a diverse menu.

Is the food at Gold Chef fresh?

The food at Gold Chef is described as very fresh and flavorful by multiple customers, with one customer mentioning that the noodle is always hot and the rice is always fluffy.

How is the service at Gold Chef?

The service at Gold Chef is described as very nice and fast, with one customer mentioning that the staff remembers their face and provides quick service.

Is Gold Chef a good value for the price?

Customers describe Gold Chef as extremely worth the money, with one customer mentioning that the price is good and the portions are big.

Does Gold Chef have a clean environment?

One customer mentions that the place is clean, with all tables being clean and ready to use.

How would you describe the staff at Gold Chef?

The staff at Gold Chef are described as very nice and kind, with one customer mentioning that they remember their face.

How is the atmosphere at Gold Chef?

One customer mentions that the atmosphere is missing flute covers of popular 80s songs, but overall, the restaurant has a clean and welcoming environment.

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How long does it take to get food at Gold Chef?

One customer mentions that the food came out within five minutes of ordering, indicating a relatively quick service.

Are the portions at Gold Chef generous?

One customer mentions that the portions are big, with one plate being enough to fill you until the next day.

Is Gold Chef suitable for families?

One customer mentions that they bring their family and friends to Gold Chef, indicating that it is a suitable place for groups.

Can you get a good deal for the price at Gold Chef?

One customer mentions that they spent enough for two people, but the food was worth it, indicating a good value for the price.

🏘️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
16
Sports & Fitness
9
Recreation & Entertainment
8
Personal Care & Beauty
8
Transportation & Automotive
7
Miscellaneous Services
7

75 nearby places across 11 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

75 places nearby (finance, food, government, healthcare, services)

Money services

Coinstar

Payment Terminal

1175 South Arizona Avenue

~710 ft
Website
Western Union

Money Transfer

222 West Willis Road

~0.4 mi
Vigo

Money Transfer

~0.4 mi

Banking

BMO Harris Bank

Atm

~0.4 mi

Restaurants

Gold Chef

Restaurant

1055 South Arizona Avenue

~20 ftSu-Th 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-21:30
Website
Jimmy John's

Fast Food

1055 South Arizona Avenue

~50 ft
+1 480-963-0000Website
Bikanervala

Restaurant

1055 South Arizona Avenue

~160 ftMo-Su 11:00-22:00
+1-480-859-0400Website
Dickey's Barbecue Pit

Restaurant

1005 South Arizona Avenue

~290 ft
McDonald's

Fast Food

1175 South Arizona Avenue

~880 ft
El Herradero Brothers

Restaurant

~0.2 mi
AZ Wings

Fast Food

1395 South Arizona Avenue

~0.3 mi
Buqui Bichi Brewing Chandler

Restaurant

~0.6 miSu 11:00-20:00; Mo 11:00-21:00; Tu 11:00-21:00; We 11:00-21:00; Th 11:00-21:00; Fr 11:00-00:00; Sa 11:00-00:00
Website

Bakeries & Desserts

Sweet Daddy Cupcakes

Bakery

1055 South Arizona Avenue

~80 ft
Mama Mia Panaderia & Market

Bakery

~0.2 mi

Cafes & Coffee

Starbucks

Cafe

1395 South Arizona Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1 480-857-2410Website
Black Rock Coffee Bar

Cafe

~0.6 miMo-Su 05:00-19:00
+1-833-843-5776Website

Food & Beverages

Newtritious Juice Bar

Beverages

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi

Grocery & Markets

Payless Market

Supermarket

~0.4 mi
Del Sol Mercado y Carniceria

Supermarket

~0.6 mi

Specialty Food

Carniceria El Herradero

Butcher

~0.6 mi

Waste management

Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~60 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~120 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~150 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~250 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~360 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~610 ft

Specialists

America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses

Optician

1005 South Arizona Avenue

~280 ft
Bright Now! Dental

Dentist

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Walmart Pharmacy

Pharmacy

1175 South Arizona Avenue

~730 ft
Website

Other healthcare

Core Motus Massage

Massage

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi

Other services

Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~990 ft
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~1010 ft
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~1020 ft
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~1040 ft
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~0.2 mi
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~0.2 mi
Wash Works Laundry Center

Laundry

~0.5 mi

Beauty & spa

Mirage Nails & Spa

Beauty

1005 South Arizona Avenue

~270 ft
Tan Envy

Beauty

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi
Nails of the World

Beauty

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi

Hair services

Hair Demands

Hairdresser

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi
L'mage Salon

Hairdresser

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi
Exclusive Hair Center

Hairdresser

~0.5 mi
Beauty Salon Corte Para Toda La Famlia

Hairdresser

~0.5 mi

Body art

Classic Tattoo

Tattoo

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi

Financial & accounting services

H&R Block

Tax Advisor

1005 South Arizona Avenue

~310 ft
Principal Tax Service

Tax Advisor

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi

Parks & amenities

Picnic area

Picnic Table

~360 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~370 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~380 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~380 ft
Bench

Bench

~720 ft
Bench

Bench

~0.5 mi

Sports & recreation

Playground

Playground

~0.3 mi
Desert Hot Tubs

Swimming Pool

1400 South Arizona Avenue

~0.3 mi

Sports & outdoor

Global Bikes & E-Bikes

Bicycle

1055 South Arizona Avenue

~150 ft

Electronics & technology

GameStop

Video Games

1005 South Arizona Avenue

~290 ft
Website

Specialty stores

T. Gabel Jewelry

Jewelry

1445 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 mi

Clothing & fashion

Kustom T's & Thingz

Clothes

~0.4 mi

Gyms & fitness centers

Johnson Fitness & Wellness Store

Fitness Centre

1055 South Arizona Avenue

~140 ft
Atlas Performance Training

Fitness Centre

~0.5 mi
FAST - South Chandler

Fitness Centre

~0.5 mi
BodySmith Fitness

Fitness Centre

~0.5 mi
EV Training Center

Fitness Centre

~0.5 mi
Unique Performance

Fitness Centre

~0.6 mi

Sports facilities

Legends Baseball

Sports Centre

~0.5 mi
Arizona Element Elite

Sports Centre

~0.5 mi

Martial arts studios

Hughes Karate-Do

Dojo

~0.6 mi

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~350 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~350 ft

Other transportation

We Are Airstream

Car

1375 South Arizona Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Sa 09:00-18:00
+1-480-467-3737Website
Chandler Powersports

Motorcycle

~0.4 mi
Vaio Auto Sales

Car

~0.5 mi

Vehicle services

Bridgestone

Tyres

~0.5 mi

Vehicle parts & accessories

The Battery Guy

Car Parts

~0.6 mi