China Cook in Joliet, IL

4.1(335)Joliet, IL
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Solid choice

Rated 4.1 stars based on 335 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

Joliet, IL • 4.1★
China Cook in Joliet, Illinois: For a delectable Chinese buffet experience, head to China Cook, a top-rated Chinese Restaurant in Joliet. With a 4.1-star rating and over 335 reviews, this eatery has built a reputation for serving high-quality dishes in a welcoming atmosphere. Savor all-you-can-eat options for lunch and dinner, featuring a variety of mouth-watering soups, including the popular wonton and hot and sour. Reviewers rave about the excellent service, with many noting that dishes are always piping hot and served promptly. Whether you're in the mood for savory meats or fresh vegetables, China Cook's extensive menu has something for everyone. Visit their website at https://chinacookjoliet.com to discover more about this local favorite.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
2951 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL 60435, USA, Joliet Heights, Joliet, Illinois
Phone
(815) 725-0888
Today
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Rating
4.1 (335 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

🅿️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

10 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

**Excellent Service**×2With Many Noting That Dishes Are Always Piping Hot×2Served Promptly

Also mentioned

Chicken And Broccoli DishChicken Dishes SimilarCleanliness Of The KitchenDinner Meals AFood TemperaturePopular WontonPortions Generous

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 🥢

Sichuan regional cuisine · score 25/100
Authenticity score25/100
Sichuan

Regional dishes detected

Hot And Sour

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.0 weighted · 335 reviews
4.0weighted · raw 4.1 from 335 reviews(↓ 0.15 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median335 / 336 median
01,680 (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 (4.1) with the city average (3.79) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1680+ 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
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For GroupsGood For KidsTV AvailableMany vegetarian optionsAccepts credit cardsQuiet

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
Parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Popular Dishes

6 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Chicken Egg Roll$2.5022 mentions
  • Orange Chicken$11.109 mentions
  • Mongolian Beef$11.358 mentions
  • Hot & Sour Soup$4.756 mentions
  • House Special Lo Mein$10.256 mentions
  • Beef Chow Fun$15.553 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

58 items with prices
  • Kung Pao Combination$16.75

    Hot and spicy. Shrimp chicken, beef and vegetables with house sauce.

  • Szechuan Delight$16.75

    Hot and spicy. Shrimp, chicken, beef, and vegetables with spicy Szechuan sauce.

  • Mongolian Triple$19.00

    Hot and spicy. Shrimp, beef, and chicken.

  • Happy Family$19.00

    A unique combination of shrimp, scallops, crab meat, beef, chicken, and BBQ pork with assorted vegetables.

  • General Tso's Chicken$11.10

    Hot and spicy. Boneless chicken chunks, marinated and quickly fried until crispy then sauteed with red pepper in our special sauce. Highly recommended.

  • Sesame Chicken$11.10

    Crispy, deep-fried chicken in house sauce.

  • Orange Chicken$11.10

    Hot and spicy. Tender chunks of chicken lightly battered, deep-fried, and sauteed in chef's special orange sauce.

  • Seafood Delight$21.00

    Seafood combination of lobster, scallops, shrimp and crabmeat with mixed vegetables.

  • Mongolian Beef$11.35

    Hot and spicy. Beef stir-fried with white and green onions in spicy Mongolian sauce over a bed of crispy rice noodles.

  • Four Season$19.00

    Jumbo shrimp, beef, chicken, and BBQ pork sauteed with garden vegetable in delicious brown sauce.

  • Beef Chow Fun$15.55

    Stir-fried wide rice noodles with beef, onion, scallion, and bean sprout.

  • Bourbon Chicken$11.10

    Pan fried chunk of dark meat chicken in a sweet bourbon barbecued sauce.

  • Dragon & Phoenix$19.00

    Hot and spicy. General Tso's chicken on one side, shrimp and broccoli on the other side.

  • Ma Po Tofu$14.35

    Hot and spicy. Spicy ground pork and tofu mixed with peas and carrots in special bean sauce.

  • Chicken Egg Roll (1)$2.50

    Tasty crisp roll stuffed with chicken and vegetables.

  • Combo Tray$10.65

    2 egg rolls, 2 fried shrimps, 2 crab rangoons, 2 chicken teriyaki.

  • Wonton Soup$4.35

    Seasoned broth with filled wonton dumplings.

  • Egg Drop Soup$4.35

    Soup that is made from beaten eggs and broth.

  • Hot & Sour Soup$4.75

    Hot & spicy.

  • Chicken Noodle Soup$4.35

    Soup that is made with chicken broth noodles and vegetables.

  • Seafood Soup (For 2)$10.15

    Siette marres sopa de mariscos, chupe de mariscos. Seafood soup with mixed seafood.

  • House Special$10.25

    Combo of beef, shrimps, chicken, and vegetable.

  • Vegetable Fried Rice$8.15

    No meat.

  • Hawaiian Fried Rice$9.95

    Chicken, shrimp and pineapple.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

335 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 335 reviews, with an average rating of 4.1 stars.
  • Positive review text points to shrimp and service.
  • Recent positive review text gives this page enough customer detail to compare it with nearby buffet options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

How is the service at China Cook?

The service is quick and friendly, with staff being super nice, accommodating, and informative.

What are some popular dishes at China Cook?

Fried potstickers, crab rangoon, egg rolls, and Szechuan chicken are some popular dishes.

How is the food temperature at China Cook?

The food is served piping hot.

Are the dinner meals a good value at China Cook?

The dinner meals are a really great deal for the amount of food received.

How is the cleanliness of the kitchen at China Cook?

There have been concerns raised about food safety practices in the kitchen.

What is the style of food served at China Cook?

Some customers have noted that the food seems more Japanese-style than Chinese.

How would you describe the soups at China Cook?

The soups are very good, with the wonton and hot and sour being specifically mentioned.

Are the portions generous at China Cook?

The portions can be generous, but some dishes may be lacking in certain ingredients.

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How is the chicken and broccoli dish at China Cook?

The chicken and broccoli dish is good, with a nice sauce and a good balance of ingredients.

Would you recommend China Cook?

Some customers have expressed a desire to return to China Cook.

What can you expect from the food at China Cook?

The food is delicious, with a variety of dishes to choose from.

Are the chicken dishes similar at China Cook?

Some customers have found that the chicken dishes are very similar.

Where is China Cook located?

China Cook is located at 2951 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL 60435, USA, Joliet Heights, Joliet, Illinois.

📍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.

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Other healthcare

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Healthcare

2943 West Jefferson Street

~20 ftMo 08:00-18:00; We,Fr 09:00-18:00; Tu,Th,Sa,Su off
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Other services

Shelter

Shelter

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Loading Dock

Loading Dock

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Parks & amenities

Bench

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Parking facilities

Parking facility

Parking

~0.6 mi

Fuel & charging stations

Murphy Express

Fuel

~0.6 mi