Kung Pao Bowl in Huntington Beach, CA

4.5(349)Huntington Beach, CA
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Highly rated at 4.5 stars with 349 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Casual dining

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Huntington Beach, CA • 4.5★
Kung Pao Bowl: Huntington Beach's Finest Chinese Buffet. Experience the ultimate in dining satisfaction at this Huntington Beach, California institution. With a 4.5-star rating based on 349 reviews, it's clear that Kung Pao Bowl is a standout in the local culinary scene. Savor an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet featuring a wide variety of dishes, from traditional favorites to innovative creations. Whether you're in the mood for lunch or dinner, Kung Pao Bowl is the perfect destination. The staff is helpful and friendly, and the food is excellent, with many reviewers raving about dishes like Mu Shu Pork, Walnut Shrimp, and House Fried Rice. With parking available and a menu for children, this restaurant is a great choice for families and groups of all sizes.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
6840 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA, Edinger, Huntington Beach, California
Phone
(714) 842-7262
Today
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Rating
4.5 (349 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

House Fried Rice×3Walnut Shrimp×3Dishes Like Mu Shu Pork×2Mu Shu ParkShu Mai Dim Sum

Also mentioned

Customer ServiceDrinks RefilledKung Pao DishRestaurant Clean And VibrantService Quality

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.

Traditional Touches 🥢

Cantonese regional cuisine · score 30/100
Authenticity score30/100
Cantonese

Regional dishes detected

Kung PaoDim Sum

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Trusted Rating

👍 4.2 weighted · 349 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.5 from 349 reviews(↓ 0.27 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median349 / 256 median
01,280 (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 (4.5) with the city average (3.87) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1280+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

1 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
TV AvailableCurbside PickupGood For GroupsGood For KidsWaiter ServiceWheelchair accessible

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 CardsAccepts Google PayBusiness Accepts Apple Pay

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Reviews

349 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 349 reviews, with an average rating of 4.5 stars.
  • Positive review text points to shrimp, service, and cleanliness.

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the restaurant clean and vibrant?

The establishment is clean and vibrant, with great energy and vibe.

How is the service quality?

The staff was helpful and friendly, and the workers are friendly and awesome.

What are some popular dishes?

Popular dishes include Mu Shu Park, Walnut Shrimp, House Fried Rice, and Shu Mai Dim Sum.

How is the Kung Pao dish?

The Kung Pao with chicken was bland, but the portion size was large enough for 2 people.

Is the customer service good?

Some customers found the customer service to be poor, with unhelpful staff and lack of information on the website.

Are the drinks refilled?

Yes, the staff refilled drinks during the meal.

What is the rating of Kung Pao Bowl?

Kung Pao Bowl has a 4.5-star rating based on 349 customer reviews.

Where is Kung Pao Bowl located?

Kung Pao Bowl is located at 6840 Edinger Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647, USA, Edinger, Huntington Beach, California.

🌆Mixed Urban

A dense, diverse urban area with plenty happening in every direction.

A dense, diverse urban area with plenty happening in every direction.

Transportation & Automotive
11
Recreation & Entertainment
7
Food & Dining
6
Government & Public Services
4
Retail & Shopping
2
Miscellaneous Services
1

33 nearby places across 8 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

33 places nearby (food, government, services, recreation, shopping)

Restaurants

Mangia Mangia

Restaurant

~780 ft
Hanki Everyday Korean

Restaurant

7451 Edinger Avenue

~0.6 miMo-Sa 11:00-20:00
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Burattino Brick Oven Pizza

Restaurant

7451 Edinger Avenue

~0.6 miSu-Th 10:00-21:00
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Grocery & Markets

7-Eleven

Convenience

7012 Edinger Avenue

~900 ft
+1 714-847-6542Website
7-Eleven

Convenience

15471 Goldenwest Street

~0.6 mi
+1 714-891-1914Website

Cafes & Coffee

Able Coffee Roasters

Cafe

7451 Edinger Avenue

~0.6 miMo-Su 07:00-18:00
Website

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.4 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.5 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.5 mi

Emergency services

Fire station

Fire Station

~0.5 mi

Other services

Fountain

Fountain

~0.4 mi

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~0.4 mi
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~0.4 mi
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~0.4 mi
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~0.4 mi

Sports & recreation

Playground

Playground

~0.4 mi

Clothing & fashion

New Day Thrift Store

Clothes

~0.6 mi

Sports & outdoor

Surf City Cyclery

Bicycle

~0.6 miSa 09:00-18:00;Su 10:00-17:00;Mo-Fr 10:00-19:00

Gyms & fitness centers

Red Wolf CrossFit

Fitness Centre

~0.5 miSa-Su 08:00-23:00; Mo-Th 05:00-19:00; Fr 05:00-18:00
Website

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.3 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.4 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.4 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.4 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.4 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.4 mi
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.5 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.5 mi
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.5 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.5 mi

Vehicle rentals

Peacock Rentals

Car Rental

16182 Gothard Street

~0.6 mi
Website

Fuel & charging stations

G&M

Fuel

~720 ft