Great Buffet in Chicago, IL

3.3(878)Chicago, IL
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3.3-star rating.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

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Chicago, IL • 3.3★
Great Buffet in Chicago, Illinois is a Chinese buffet experience like no other. Offering an all-you-can-eat spread of delicious dishes, this Chinese restaurant in South Lawndale is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. With a rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars and a whopping 878 reviews, it's clear that Great Buffet is a hit with the community. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dine-in experience or prefer the convenience of takeout or delivery, Great Buffet has you covered. Plus, with wheelchair accessibility features like an entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating, everyone can enjoy a meal here. Reviewers rave about the taste and food, saying it's good and a great value for the price.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
2531 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608, USA, South Lawndale, Chicago, Illinois
Phone
(773) 523-3888
Today
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Rating
3.3 (878 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

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Before you go

♿Wheelchair accessible

Accessible entrance and facilities

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
RestroomCurbside PickupDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualCozyQuiet

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
BrunchLunchDinnerCateringDessertSeating

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Credit CardsDebit CardsN F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
Serves local specialty

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
All you can eatCoffeeComfort foodQuick biteSalad barVegetarian options

Reviews

878 reviews

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Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is Great Buffet in Chicago affordable?

Yes, it's a mid buffet experience but for an affordable price.

What is the food quality like at Great Buffet?

The food was good, though some items a bit bland. However, most of the food was luke warm or cold.

What type of dishes can you expect at Great Buffet?

They have items like mei fun noodles, jalapeño chicken, green beans, and potatoes.

How is the service at Great Buffet?

The hostess was great and nice, but some hosts/hostesses have a meh kind of personality.

Is Great Buffet kid-friendly?

I don't think it's a good place for a family meal.

What is the cleanliness like at Great Buffet?

They don't use disposable cups, nor disposable cutlery.

Is the food at Great Buffet hot?

My food was warm, but one fish my partner had was a bit cold.

Do they have meat options at Great Buffet?

don’t eat here it’s like basic chicken nuggets and chicken they don’t have salmon

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Do they have vegetarian options at Great Buffet?

Honestly the food is bland they don’t have allot off meat or veterinary options

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Museums & galleries

Saint Anthony

Artwork

~0.6 mi

Banking

Fifth Third Bank

Bank

2504 West Cermak Road

~580 ft
Chase

Bank

2228 South Western Avenue

~730 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-14:00; Su closed
+1 773-376-4600Website
Bank of America

Bank

2332 West Cermak Road

~0.3 mi
Website

Insurance

Oxford Auto Insurance

Insurance

2356 West Cermak Road

~0.2 mi
+17736969393Website

Pawn & gold

Cash America Pawn

Pawnbroker

2337 West Cermak Road

~0.2 mi

Restaurants

Domino's

Fast Food

2508 West Cermak Road

~660 ftMo-Th 10:30-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-01:00; Su 10:30-24:00
+1 773-475-6147Website
Canton Star

Restaurant

~780 ft
Subway

Fast Food

2352 West Cermak Road

~0.2 mi
+1 773-254-9119Website
Rosie's Donuts

Fast Food

~0.2 mi
Laura's Pizza & Pasta

Fast Food

~0.2 mi
Super Taqueria El Taconazo

Fast Food

2356 West Cermak Road

~0.2 mi
Wingstop

Fast Food

~0.2 mi
Wen Gai

Restaurant

~0.2 mi
Casa Cafe Restaurant

Restaurant

2025 South Western Avenue

~0.3 mi
Aloha Wagon

Restaurant

2023 South Western Avenue

~0.3 mi
Fiesta Tapatia Restaurant

Restaurant

2752 West Cermak Road

~0.3 miMo-Th,Su 07:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 07:00-00:00
+1-773-523-0037Website
La Fontanella

Restaurant

2414 South Oakley Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Fr 11:30-12:00, Sa-Su 12:00-22:00
+1 773-927-5249

Grocery & Markets

Fairplay Foods

Supermarket

2200 South Western Avenue

~670 ft
Website

Bakeries & Desserts

Pete’s Fresh Market

Bakery

2526 West Cermak Road

~940 ft
+1-773-254-8400Website
Baskin-Robbins

Ice Cream

2448 West 24th Street

~0.2 mi
Website
La Central Bakery

Bakery

2702 West Cermak Road

~0.2 mi
+1-773-254-9363
Wagner’s Bakery

Bakery

2148 West Cermak Road

~0.5 mi
+1-773-847-8180

Cafes & Coffee

Holy Grounds

Cafe

2127 West 22nd Place

~0.5 mi
+1-773-847-6100Website
Bueno Days

Cafe

2901 West Cermak Road

~0.5 mi
Website

Bars & Pubs

Martin’s Corner

Bar

2058 West 22nd Place

~0.6 mi
+1-773-847-5515

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.6 mi

Other healthcare

Concordance Healthcare Solutions

Healthcare

2545 West 24th Street

~0.2 mi

Specialists

Dentist

Dentist

~0.2 mi
Sonrisa Family Dental

Dentist

2001 South California Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 08:00-13:00
+1-773-484-1201Website

Primary care

Apollo Family Medical Center

Doctors

2017 South Western Avenue

~0.3 mi

Other services

Fun Wash

Laundry

~680 ft
Workshop Apothecary

General

2021 South Western Avenue

~0.3 mi
Plaza Garibaldi

Events Venue

South Rockwell Street

~0.6 mi
Website

Other personal care & beauty

Sally Beauty

Hairdresser Supply

2506 West Cermak Road

~620 ft

Parks & amenities

Picnic area

Picnic Table

~0.4 mi
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~0.4 mi
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~0.4 mi

Places of worship

Missionary Crusade Church

Place Of Worship

~860 ft
Our Lady of Vilna Roman Catholic Church

Place Of Worship

~0.3 mi
Assumption Roman Catholic Church

Place Of Worship

~0.4 mi
Saint Paul Convent

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
Cermak Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi

General retail

Dollar Tree

Variety Store

2517 West Cermak Road

~160 ftMo-Sa 08:00-21:00; Su 09:00-21:00
Website

Clothing & fashion

Cermak Discount

Clothes

~0.2 mi
Burdeens Chicago

Clothes

2139 West Cermak Road

~0.5 mi

Electronics & technology

GameStop

Video Games

2336 West Cermak Road

~0.2 mi
Website

Martial arts studios

Legacy Taekwondo Academy

Dojo

2200 West 21st Place

~0.4 mi
+1-773-964-4990

Vehicle rentals

Rockwell St & Cermak Rd

Bicycle Rental

~550 ft24/7
Western Ave & 24th St

Bicycle Rental

~0.3 mi24/7
Western Ave & 21st St

Bicycle Rental

~0.3 mi24/7
California Ave & 23rd Pl

Bicycle Rental

~0.3 mi24/7
California Ave & 21st St

Bicycle Rental

~0.4 mi24/7
California Ave & 26th St

Bicycle Rental

~0.6 mi24/7

Other transportation

Motoworks Chicago

Motorcycle

1901 South Western Avenue

~0.4 miTu-Fr 10:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-17:00; Su,Mo,PH off
+1 312 7384269Website

Parking facilities

Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.5 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.6 mi

Other utilities

Metra

Vending Machine

~0.5 mi