Flower City Restaurant in Fresno, CA

4.3(426)Fresno, CA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.3 stars based on 426 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Fresno, CA • 4.3★
Flower City Restaurant, a Fresno, California staple, offers a Chinese buffet experience that's been delighting families for over twenty years. With a 4.3-star rating from 426 reviews, this Chinese Restaurant excels in consistency, providing a generous spread of dishes for an all-you-can-eat price. Reviewers praise the good food and ample portions, making it a great value for the cost. Whether you're in the mood for lunch or dinner, Flower City Restaurant serves both, and you can even order online for easy pickup or delivery through their website.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
5785 N Palm Ave, Fresno, CA 93704, USA, Figarden, Fresno, California
Phone
(559) 432-2030
Today
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Rating
4.3 (426 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

⚡Quick service

No long waits

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

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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

6 popular dishes mentioned by diners
Chinese Chicken SaladFlavor Of The Singapore NoodlesFoodPortionsPricesQuality Of The Beef

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 27/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score27/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
7/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

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

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.3 weighted · 426 reviews
4.3weighted · raw 4.3 from 426 reviews
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median426 / 580 median
02,900 (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 (4.3) with the city average (4.39) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2900+ 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 – 9:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 9:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 9:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For KidsVegan optionsMany vegetarian optionsAccepts Apple PayAccepts credit cardsAccepts Android Pay

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for kidsGood for groupsNoise: Noise level

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsCateringOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit CardsBusiness Accepts Apple Pay

Full Menu

79 items with prices
  • 2. Chinese Chicken Salad$10.95

    Crispy salad mix, tender chicken, Asian-inspired dressing. Available in a large or small size.

  • 3. Egg Rolls (4) with (2 oz Sweet & Sour Sauce)$9.95

    Crispy rolls filled with spices, ground pork and chopped vegetables

  • 4. Brandy Chicken Wings (6)$11.95

    Six pieces.

  • 5. Fried Shrimp (8)$12.95

    Eight pieces.

  • 7. Pot Stickers (6)$11.95

    Six pieces.

  • 8. Combo Appetizer Plate (2 Pieces Each)$16.95

    Egg rolls, pot stickers, fried wontons, shrimp & chicken wings.

  • 9. Crab Rangoon (8)$12.95

    Eight pieces.

  • 141. Sweet & Sour Chicken$13.95

    Seasonal.

  • 142. Kung Pao Chicken$13.95

    Spicy

  • 147. Orange Chicken$13.95

    Spicy

  • 148. Pork & Spicy Garlic Sauce$13.95

    Spicy

  • 149. Szechuan Chicken$14.95

    Spicy

  • 150. Mongolian Chicken$14.95

    Spicy

  • 151. Szechuan Beef$15.95

    Spicy

  • 152. Mongolian Beef$15.95

    Spicy

  • 153. Mushroom Chicken$15.95

    Chicken stir fried with double mushroom, snow peas, onion, carrot, water chestnut and bamboo shoot.

  • 26. Seafood Delight$23.95

    Scallops, shrimp, imitation crab meat, stir fried with mushrooms, onions, carrots, baby corn, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts & snow peas in white wine sauce.

  • 27. Kung Pao Special$19.95

    Spicy. Shrimp, beef, chicken white meat, B.B.Q. pork, peanuts, stir fried with diced celery, carrots, chestnuts & bamboo shoots, bell pepper in a sweet & spicy sauce.

  • 28. Triple Szechuan$19.95

    Spicy. Chicken white meat, beef & shrimp stir fried with broccoli, onions, carrots, baby corn, chestnuts, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, snow peas, bell pepper in spicy Szechuan sauce.

  • 29. Happy Family$19.95

    Shrimp, beef, chicken white meat & B.B.Q. Pork stir fried with cabbage, onions, carrots, broccoli, chestnuts, bamboo shoots, mushroom & snow peas.

  • 30. Triple Mongolian$19.95

    Spicy. Shrimp, beef & chicken white meat stir fried with bamboo strips, green onions, yellow onions, carrots & bell pepper strips in a spicy Mongolian sauce.

  • 134. Orange Chicken Rice Bowl$10.95

    Spicy

  • 16. Hot & Sour Soup$12.95

    Spicy

  • 18. Special Wonton Soup$15.95

    Shrimp. Beef, chicken, B.B.Q. pork, wontons and mixed vegetables with chicken broth).

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

426 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 426 reviews, with an average rating of 4.3 stars.
  • Positive review text points to family visits, takeout, and service.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Have there been any issues with orders at Flower City Restaurant?

Yes, one reviewer mentioned that they messed up their order twice, and another reviewer mentioned that their Singapore noodles had no flavor.

Are the portions at Flower City Restaurant generous?

One reviewer mentioned that you get a lot of food for the cost, and another reviewer mentioned that the containers were full.

Is the food at Flower City Restaurant consistently good?

According to one reviewer, the food is consistently good and you get a lot of food for the cost.

How would you describe the service at Flower City Restaurant?

One reviewer mentioned that they love the fast service at Flower City Restaurant.

Are the prices at Flower City Restaurant great?

One reviewer mentioned that the prices are great, and they love the mouthwatering food and full containers.

Can you order food online from Flower City Restaurant?

Yes, one reviewer mentioned that they can order Dinner#2 from the website and have it ready to pick up soon after arriving.

How is the flavor of the Singapore noodles at Flower City Restaurant?

One reviewer mentioned that the Singapore noodles had absolutely no flavor or seasoning whatsoever.

What was the issue with the beef and broccoli dish at Flower City Restaurant?

One reviewer mentioned that the beef and broccoli dish had way more broccoli than beef.

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How is the Chinese Chicken Salad at Flower City Restaurant?

One reviewer mentioned that the Chinese Chicken Salad was missing a few ingredients and was just a huge bed of iceberg lettuce.

How is the quality of the beef at Flower City Restaurant?

One reviewer questioned the quality of the beef, stating that it didn't look like beef and was pink and light-colored.

What happened when one reviewer ordered pepper beef over fried rice?

The reviewer mentioned that they received a literal soup of watery sauce with no flavor and no rice or noodles at all.

How did Flower City Restaurant handle a complaint about a mistaken order?

One reviewer mentioned that they called and complained, and the staff offered to correct the order, but the second attempt was also incorrect.

📍Neighborhood Gem

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

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

Food & Dining
10
Miscellaneous Services
2
Religious & Spiritual
2
Retail & Shopping
1
Healthcare & Medical
1
Personal Care & Beauty
1

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Nearby Places

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Restaurants

Flower City Restaurant

Restaurant

5785 North Palm Avenue

~30 ftMo,We-Fr 11:00-21:00; Sa-Su 12:00-21:00
+1-559-432-2030Website
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5789 North Palm Avenue

~30 ftMo-Su 07:00-21:00
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D Hou

Restaurant

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~220 ftMo-Fr 11:00-13:30,15:30-21:00; Sa-Su 15:30-21:00
+1-559-261-2435
Fast food restaurant

Fast Food

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~380 ft
Mama Mia Pizzeria

Restaurant

734 West Bullard Avenue

~740 ftMo-Sa 11:00-21:00
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Tsuchiya Ramen

Restaurant

736 West Bullard Avenue

~750 ftMo-Su 11:00-15:00,16:00-21:00
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Pepper House

Fast Food

742 West Bullard Avenue

~770 ftTu-Sa 11:00-19:00; Su 12:00-18:00
+1-559-448-9393Website

Cafes & Coffee

Little Leaf Tea

Tea

6011 North Palm Avenue

~250 ftMo-Sa 10:00-20:00
+1-559-261-2699Website
Kuppa Joy

Cafe

6011 North Palm Avenue

~270 ftMo-Sa 07:00-21:00
+1-559-538-3938Website
Ontz Cafe 1920

Cafe

732 West Bullard Avenue

~740 ftSu-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-24:00
+1-559-412-4727Website

Hospitals & clinics

Passport Health Fresno Travel Clinic

Clinic

5588 North Palm Avenue

~0.3 mi

Other services

Rainbow Flowers

Florist

5775 North Palm Avenue

~110 ftMo-Fr 08:30-17:00; Sa 08:30-14:00
+1-559-431-7701Website
Kiki's Quilt Shack

Craft

5747 North Palm Avenue

~260 ftTu-Sa 10:00-19:00
+1-559-412-8233Website

Hair services

Classified Barbershop

Hairdresser

740 West Bullard Avenue

~750 ftMo-Sa 09:00-18:00; Su 09:00-15:00

Places of worship

Redeemer Lutheran Church

Place Of Worship

1084 West Bullard Avenue

~380 ft
+1-559-439-8500Website
Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church

Place Of Worship

5770 North Maroa Avenue

~0.6 mi
+1-559-439-0124Website

Specialty stores

eclecticHOUSE Fresno

Antiques

750 West Bullard Avenue

~780 ftMo-Sa 11:00-18:00; Su 12:00-16:00
+1-559-225-9718Website