Canton House in Decatur, AL

4.0(681)Decatur, AL
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Solid choice

Rated 4.0 stars based on 681 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

Decatur, AL • 4.0★
Indulge in the Decatur, Alabama experience at Canton House, a top-rated Chinese buffet destination. With a 4-star rating based on 681 reviews, this Chinese Restaurant in Decatur, Alabama, is a popular choice for those seeking a delicious all-you-can-eat meal. Visitors rave about the restaurant's offerings, highlighting the freshness of the food, particularly during peak hours. I mainly go around noon to 2pm, when the food is fresh. Whether you dine in or take out, Canton House has options for everyone, including servesDessert, servesCoffee, and more.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
609 14th St SE, Decatur, AL 35601, USA, Southeast Decatur, Decatur, Alabama
Phone
(256) 350-8868
Today
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Rating
4.0 (681 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

💰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

Highlighting The Freshness Of The Food×2Particularly During Peak HoursRestaurant'S Offerings

Also mentioned

**ServesCoffee****ServesDessert**BeefBest Time To Visit ForMorePrice Range For The BuffetSalad Bar

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

  • 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

✅ 3.3 weighted · 681 reviews
3.3weighted · raw 4.0 from 681 reviews(↓ 0.67 from raw)
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median681 / 340.5 median
01,702.5 (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 (4.0) with the city average (1.98) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1702.5+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 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
Good for groupsGood for kidsNoise: Noise level

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsOutdoor 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

110 items with prices
  • 102. Vegetable Roll 2 pic$2.99

    2 piece

  • 103. Spring Roll (2)$8.99

    Favorite spring roll skin filled with pork, chicken and vegetables (two). Crispy deep fried wonton (ten).

  • 104. Golden Fingers (8)$8.99

    Tender strips of white chicken meat, dipped in our special batter then golden deep fried.

  • 108. Sate (5)$10.99

    Tender chicken meat on a stick, topped with delicious peanut sauce. Tastes wonderful.

  • 109. Chicken Wings (Gai Yik) (6)$10.50

    Marinated and deep fried.

  • 110. Hot Wings (8)$10.99

    Spicy.

  • 113. Pu Pu Tray$24.99

    A wonderful and exciting tray with egg rolls, paper wrapped chicken, chicken wings, BBQ ribs, butterfly shrimp and teriyaki beef. Unique with this establishment. For two.

  • 202. Egg Drop Soup$6.99

    Chef's favorite chicken broth with tenderly whipped fresh egg drops.

  • 204. Hot & Sour Soup$6.99

    Spicy. Four delightful combination of hot, sour and spicy flavors that make this szechwan soup a star to be hole. Per serving.

  • 205. Special Wonton Soup (for 2)$14.50

    Our vision of popular Chinese dumpling soup made of chicken, shrimp, pork, snow peas, and mushrooms.

  • 206. Sizzling Rice Soup (for 2)$16.99

    Shrimp, chicken, mushroom, and pork, Chinese greens and golden rice served.

  • 207. House Seafood Soup (for 2)$14.50

    Rare and elegant reputed banquet soup.

  • Shrimp rice noodle soup$18.50

    egg , shrimp .lettuce , onino ,tomatoes with separate cup of shrimp soup .

  • Shrimp egg noodle soup$18.50

    egg , shrimp ,lettuce ,onine ,tomatoes with separate cup of shrimp soup

  • Chicken rice noodle soup$18.50

    egg . chicken, lettuce ,onion ,tomatoes on top of rice noodle ,separate cup with chicken soup bar

  • 401. Thai Red Curry Vegetable with Meat$21.99

    Spicy. Chicken, shrimp, pork, beef , veggi with Thai red curry sauce

  • 402. Kung Bao Double Delight$20.99

    Spicy. Shrimp and chicken sautéed with bamboo shoots, water chestnuts and peanuts in spicy sauce. A unique szechuan dish.

  • 404. Canton House Delight$20.99

    Fresh jumbo shrimp, sliced tenderloin beef, with Chinese vegetables, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts.

  • 405. Hawaiian 5 "O$23.99

    Sliced chicken, fresh jumbo shrimp, fish, roast pork with bamboo shoots, mushrooms with Chinese vegetables, a wonderful dish.

  • Pepsi$4.75

    The bold, refreshing, robust cola

  • Mountain Dew$4.75

    Exhilarate and quench your thirst with a one of a kind taste.

  • Diet Pepsi$4.75

    A crisp tasting, refreshing pop of sweet, fizzy bubbles without calories.

  • Sierra Mist$4.75

    A caffeine-free soda that provides a crisp, clear burst of lemon lime flavor

  • 501. Broccoli Shrimp$14.99

    Shrimp and straw mushrooms, broccoli in light white sauce.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

681 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 681 reviews, with an average rating of 4.0 stars.
  • Positive review text points to crab and fresh food.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

How is the service at Canton House?

The service has been reported to be friendly, but minimal due to the buffet style, and has declined in some cases.

What is the price range for the buffet?

The price range for the buffet is around $16 per person for dinner, and $30 for two people.

Is the food at Canton House good?

The food has received mixed reviews, with some dishes being enjoyed, but overall, many have reported it to be bland, overcooked, and tasteless.

Is Canton House a good value for the price?

Many reviewers have reported that the price does not reflect the quality of the food, and that it is not a good value.

Would you recommend Canton House to others?

Many reviewers have warned others not to visit Canton House due to the poor quality of the food and service.

What is the best time to visit for fresh food?

Visiting during peak hours, around noon to 2pm, is best for quality and freshness of food.

Are there any good dishes at Canton House?

Some reviewers have enjoyed the sesame chicken, lo mein noodles, and egg roll, but noted that they had some issues with texture and flavor.

Is Canton House clean?

Despite initial doubts, the restaurant has been reported to be cleaner than expected.

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Is the salad bar at Canton House good?

The salad bar has been reported to have limited toppings, and the lettuce had red on it, indicating a lack of freshness.

How is the sushi at Canton House?

The sushi has been reported to be placed with desserts, indicating a lack of attention to detail.

Can you get takeout at Canton House?

Yes, Canton House offers takeout, and the service has been reported to be great and fast.

Is the beef at Canton House good?

One reviewer reported that the beef at Canton House was not good, and had a bad smell.

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A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

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