Panda Chinese Restaurant in Knoxville, TN

4.1(699)Knoxville, TN
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Solid choice

Rated 4.1 stars based on 699 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

Knoxville, TN • 4.1★
Panda Chinese Restaurant in Knoxville, Tennessee offers an unbeatable Chinese buffet experience. With a 4.1-star rating based on 699 reviews, this eatery has won the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Their all-you-can-eat buffet features a variety of dishes, including vegetarian options, to cater to diverse tastes. Come for the food, stay for the service, as their staff is known for being nice and service is really fast. Reviewers rave about the value for money, with many appreciating the hearty portions for under $10. Whether you're in the mood for a leisurely lunch or a satisfying dinner, Panda Chinese Restaurant is a great choice.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
4424 Western Ave, Knoxville, TN 37921, USA, Bearden, Knoxville, Tennessee
Phone
(865) 637-3732
Today
11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Rating
4.1 (699 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

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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Before you go

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

Signature Dishes

8 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Service Is Really Fast×3Value For MoneyWith Many Appreciating The Hearty Portions For Under $10

Also mentioned

Being NiceFoodRestaurant SmallTo Cater To Diverse TastesVegetarian Options

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 29/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score29/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
2/25
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

⚖️ 3.9 weighted · 699 reviews
3.9weighted · raw 4.1 from 699 reviews(↓ 0.23 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median699 / 785 median
03,925 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
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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 (4.1) with the city average (3.67) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3925+ 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 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 10:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Many vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleAccessible parking near entranceTipping optionalAccepts Apple PayAccepts cash

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for kidsGood for groups

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsCateringOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Full Menu

43 items with prices
  • Roast Pork Egg Roll$1.20
  • Vegetable Egg Roll$1.10
  • Shrimp Toast (2)$2.50
  • Fried Wonton (10)$2.50
  • Crab Rangoon$3.75
  • Fried Chicken Wings$5.50
  • Sugar Donuts$2.75
  • Teriyaki Chicken$6.95
  • Chicken Fingers$5.50
  • Fried Jumbo Shrimp$7.25
  • Boneless Spare Ribs$4.75
  • Bar-b-q Spare Ribs$4.95
  • Fried Or Steamed Dumplings (8)$4.25
  • Golden Fried Scallops (10)$2.50
  • Golden Fried Shrimp$7.25
  • Pu Pu Platter (for 2)$9.99

    egg roll (2), shrimp toast (2), chicken wings (2), teriyaki chicken (2), chicken finger (4), fried jumbo shrimp (2), crab rangoon (4)

  • Wonton Soup$2.25
  • Egg Drop Soup$1.99
  • Chicken Noodles Or Chicken Rice Soup$2.25
  • Vegetable Soup$2.75
  • Hot & Sour Soup*$3.75
  • House Special Soup$3.75
  • Roast Pork Fried Rice$5.50
  • Chicken Fried Rice$5.50

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

699 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the food at Panda Chinese Restaurant good?

Some customers have reported that the food is amazing, while others have said it's just okay or not good.

Is the service at Panda Chinese Restaurant friendly?

Some customers have reported that the staff is nice, while others have experienced rude service.

Is Panda Chinese Restaurant a good value?

Some customers have reported that the restaurant is fairly priced and provides a hearty portion for the price.

Will I be happy with my experience at Panda Chinese Restaurant?

One customer reported that they were very happy with their experience, but another customer had a very poor experience.

Can I get a good General Tso's at Panda Chinese Restaurant?

One customer reported that the General Tso's was phenomenal and probably the best they've ever had.

Is the restaurant small?

One customer reported that the place is small if you are eating in.

Do they have waitresses or a traditional dining experience?

One customer reported that there is no waitress or anything like that.

Can I get a refund or correct an order issue?

One customer reported a problem with their order and not receiving their change, but the staff was unhelpful.

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How long has Panda Chinese Restaurant been around?

One customer reported that they have eaten at the restaurant for over 20 years.

Has the ownership of Panda Chinese Restaurant changed?

One customer reported that they heard the restaurant has different owners now.

Can I get a hearty lunch portion at Panda Chinese Restaurant?

One customer reported that they received a hearty lunch portion for under $10.

Is the service at Panda Chinese Restaurant fast?

One customer reported that the service was really fast.

📍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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Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

20 places nearby (finance, food, healthcare, services, personal care)

Banking

City Employees Credit Union (CECU)

Bank

4426 Western Avenue

~20 ft
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Regions Bank

Bank

4422 Western Avenue

~110 ftMo-Th 09:00-16:00; Fr 09:00-17:00
+1-865-343-4800Website
Truist

Atm

~280 ft
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Restaurants

Panda Chinese Restaurant

Restaurant

4424 Western Avenue

~0 ftMo-Sa 11:00-22:30; Su 12:00-22:30
+1-865-637-3732Website
Panda Chinese Restaurant

Restaurant

4424 Western Avenue

~10 ft
+1-865-637-3732Website
Little Caesars

Fast Food

4434 Western Avenue

~190 ftMo-Fr 11:00-22:00; Sa 11:30-22:00; Su 11:30-21:00
+1-865-525-8999Website
Firehouse Subs

Fast Food

~580 ft

Pharmacy & medical supplies

CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~0.2 mi

Other services

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Hair services

Great Clips

Hairdresser

~550 ft

Financial & accounting services

H&R Block

Tax Advisor

4458 Western Avenue

~690 ft

Gyms & fitness centers

CLUB4 Fitness

Fitness Centre

4440 Western Avenue

~370 ftMo-Th 05:00-23:00; Fr 05:00-21:00; Sa 07:00-20:00; Su 08:00-20:00
+1-865-338-9100Website

Energy & power

Knoxville Utilitiy Board Customer Service

Energy Supplier

4428 Western Avenue

~50 ft
+1-865-524-2911Website
Knoxville Utility Board

Energy Supplier

4428 Western Avenue

~90 ftMo-Fr 08:30-17:00
+1-865-524-2911Website