China Garden Buffet in Dayton, OH

3.8(1,750)Dayton, OH
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3.8-star rating from 1750 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Dayton, OH • 3.8★
China Garden Buffet in Dayton, Ohio, is a top-rated Chinese buffet destination that has been delighting locals and visitors alike with its diverse and delicious offerings. With a 3.8-star rating from over 1,750 reviews, it's clear that this restaurant has earned its reputation as a go-to spot for a satisfying all-you-can-eat dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for lunch or dinner, China Garden Buffet serves up a wide range of options to suit every taste and preference, from savory meat dishes to fresh vegetarian fare.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
112 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH 45431, USA, Woodman Hills, Dayton, Ohio
Phone
(937) 781-9999
Today
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Rating
3.8 (1,750 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

🦀Fresh seafood

Quality crab and seafood options

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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

8 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

By One Reviewer

Also mentioned

Delicious OfferingsFoodPolicy On Soft DrinksPricing LikeQuality Of The ServiceSeating ComfortableWith Its Diverse

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 32/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score32/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
12/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Affordable for two
  • 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 · 1,750 reviews
3.9weighted · raw 3.8 from 1,750 reviews(↑ 0.06 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,750 / 1,117 median
05,585 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
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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 (3.8) with the city average (3.95) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 5585+ 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
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
TV AvailableGood For GroupsGood For KidsLimited vegetarian optionsAccepts credit cardsModerate noise

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for groupsGood for kidsNoise: Noise level

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsCateringOutdoor Seating

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

Full Menu

156 items with prices
  • L1. Chicken Chow Mein$6.50

    Chicken and vegetable and fired noodle on the size

  • L4. Roast Pork Egg Foo Young$6.50

    With rice.

  • L7. Shrimp with Lobster Sauce$9.00

    Mild white sauce.

  • L10. Moo Goo Gai Pan$8.75

    Stir-fried chicken and vegetables.

  • L11. Roast Pork with Mushrooms$8.75

    Sliced pork that has been cooked over dry heat.

  • L13. Roast Pork with Broccoli$8.75

    Sliced pork that has been cooked over dry heat.

  • L14. Beef with Broccoli$8.75

    With rice.

  • L15. Shrimp with Broccoli$9.00

    With rice.

  • L16. Lemon Chicken$8.75

    Fried boneless chicken with lemon sauce and broccoli tomato pineapple.

  • L17. Chicken with Broccoli$8.75

    With rice.

  • L18. Chicken with Snow Peas$8.75

    With rice.

  • L19. Hot Spicy Chicken$8.75

    Spicy.

  • L20. Sliced Shrimp with Garlic Sauce$9.00

    Spicy.

  • L22. Hot Hunan Chicken$8.75

    Spicy.

  • L23. Szechuan Chicken$8.75

    Spicy.

  • L24. Kung Pao Chicken with Peanuts$8.75

    Spicy.

  • L25. General Tso's Chicken$9.25

    Spicy.

  • L27. Mixed Vegetables$8.50

    Served with 6 pancakes.

  • L28. Chicken with Garlic Sauce$8.75

    Spicy.

  • L29. Spicy Beef$9.00

    Spicy.

  • L30. Orange Flavor Beef or Chicken$9.25

    Spicy.

  • 2. Shrimp Egg Roll$2.00

    Crispy dough filled with minced vegetables.

  • 13. Cold Noodle with Sesame Sauce$7.00

    Spicy.

  • 17. 蛋 花 湯 / Egg Drop Soup$5.50

    Soup that is made from beaten eggs and broth.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

1,750 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 1,750 reviews, with an average rating of 3.8 stars.
  • Positive review text points to crab, takeout, fresh food, and service.
  • Recent positive review text gives this page enough customer detail to compare it with nearby buffet options.

Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the quality of the service at China Garden Buffet?

The service is excellent and the atmosphere is peaceful, even when the restaurant is busy.

What is the pricing like at China Garden Buffet?

The pricing is reasonable, but some reviewers feel it's too high for the quality of food.

Can you get sick from eating at China Garden Buffet?

Some reviewers have reported getting sick after eating at the restaurant, possibly due to food being left in the danger zone temperature or dishes not being properly cleaned.

Are there any options for children at China Garden Buffet?

No, according to one review, they don't have any options for children.

Is the food at China Garden Buffet fresh?

According to one review, the food was very fresh.

Are there any notable dishes at China Garden Buffet?

The chicken on a stick is highly recommended by one reviewer.

Do they have a variety of options at China Garden Buffet?

One reviewer felt that they didn't have a lot of variety according to their price.

What is the policy on soft drinks at China Garden Buffet?

They charge $7 for soft drinks for 2 people, which one reviewer found irritating.

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Is China Garden Buffet a good value for the price?

Some reviewers feel that the quality of food has gone downhill and the price is too high.

Do they have fried crab legs at China Garden Buffet?

No, they no longer serve fried crab legs, which was a favorite dish of one reviewer.

Is the seating comfortable at China Garden Buffet?

One reviewer found the seating to be nice and comfy, especially for larger folk.

Do they add tax to the buffet price at China Garden Buffet?

Yes, one reviewer mentioned that they add tax to the buffet price, which they found unusual.

🏘️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
9
Recreation & Entertainment
7
Government & Public Services
7
Retail & Shopping
2
Transportation & Automotive
2
Miscellaneous Services
2

32 nearby places across 9 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

32 places nearby (finance, food, government, services, personal care)

Banking

PNC Bank

Bank

~610 ft

Restaurants

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~40 ft
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~940 ft

Grocery & Markets

Far East Center

Supermarket

116 Woodman Drive

~80 ftMo-Sa 09:00-20:00; Su 09:00-18:00
+19372541250

Bakeries & Desserts

The Cakery

Bakery

~220 ft
Esther Price

Confectionery

~970 ft
Dairy Queen

Ice Cream

~0.2 mi

Cafes & Coffee

Yumi Boba Tea

Cafe

~560 ft
Pettibone Coffee

Cafe

~0.2 mi

Postal services

Mailbox

Letter Box

~770 ft
Mailbox

Letter Box

~960 ft
Mailbox

Letter Box

~0.2 mi
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Letter Box

~0.2 mi
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Letter Box

~0.3 mi
Mailbox

Letter Box

~0.3 mi

Waste management

Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~940 ft

Other services

Vacant

Vacant

164 Woodman Drive

~460 ft
Florist

Florist

~0.6 mi

Beauty & spa

L.A. Tan

Beauty

~310 ft

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~590 ft
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~620 ft
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~0.2 mi
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~0.3 mi

Other recreation & entertainment

Recreation & entertainment venue

Park

~0.3 mi

Home & garden

Big Bob's Flooring Outlet

Flooring

~160 ft

General retail

Dollar Tree

Variety Store

~870 ftMo-Sa 09:00-22:00; Su 09:00-21:00
Website

Gyms & fitness centers

Planet Fitness

Fitness Centre

~830 ft

Vehicle parts & accessories

AutoZone

Car Parts

4880 Airway Road

~890 ft
Website

Other transportation

Advantage Auto Group Inc.

Car

~0.5 mi