Star Chef in Houston, TX

4.5(67)Houston, TX
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Highly rated

Highly rated at 4.5 stars with 67 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Families
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Houston, TX • 4.5★
Star Chef in Downtown Houston, Texas, is a top-rated Chinese restaurant that offers an exceptional dining experience. This all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet is a favorite among locals and visitors alike, serving a wide variety of delicious dishes. From Pan fried pork and steam pork dumplings to mouth-watering pork chop plates, every bite is a delight. The warm and friendly staff make sure you feel at home, and the incredible food is made from scratch using only the freshest ingredients. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, Star Chef is the perfect choice. Located in the heart of Downtown Houston, this restaurant is easily accessible by car or on foot, with a wheelchair accessible entrance and parking lot. Come and indulge in the best of Chinese cuisine at Star Chef.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
930 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, USA, Downtown Houston, Houston, Texas
Today
11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Rating
4.5 (67 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, 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

Photos

10 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Dogs AllowedCurbside Pickup

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Casual

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerLunchDinnerSolo diningServes Breakfast

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

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
Comfort foodQuick bite

Reviews

67 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What kind of dumplings does Star Chef offer?

They have steamed (vegetable, pork, or chicken), pan fried pork, and deep fried pork or chicken.

Does Star Chef have a variety of flavors?

I recommend getting a mixture of 6 and 6 to have a variety of flavors, or go with two friends and get three different options to choose from!

Is Star Chef affordable?

I ordered a dozen of the pork dumplings which were huge and a very good value at only $10.

Does Star Chef offer soup options?

They also have an excellent WonTon soup!

Is the service at Star Chef good?

Their customer service is impeccable and they go out of their way to make sure you have a good experience each and every time.

Is the food at Star Chef made from scratch?

Everything was made from scratch and tasted phenomenal.

How long does it take to get served at Star Chef?

Service was quick, and very pleasant.

Is the food at Star Chef good?

The food was really good, and the lady working there was really nice!

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Is the value for the price at Star Chef good?

I ordered a dozen of the pork dumplings which were huge and a very good value at only $10.

Is the staff at Star Chef friendly?

The staff were warm and friendly and the food was incredible.

How long does the wait time take at Star Chef?

When we got in, we were told there was going to be a five-minute wait but the wait was worth it.

Is the atmosphere at Star Chef nice?

The staff were incredible and while the atmosphere i...

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Post Office

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909 Fannin Street

~720 ftMo-Fr 10:00-13:00,14:00-16:00
+1-713-651-0112Website
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Post Office

700 Smith Street

~0.3 miMo-Fr 10:00-13:25,14:35-16:00
+1-713-223-1625
Mailbox

Post Box

~0.3 mi

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~210 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~240 ft

Emergency services

Houston Police Department

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~950 ft

Government offices

United States Customhouse

Government

~0.2 mi
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Diplomatic

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Public restroom

Toilets

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Drinking Water

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Public restroom

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~0.3 mi

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Therapist

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Fountain

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Fountain

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Boston Consulting Group

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Parks & amenities

Bench

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