Chen's Chinese Restaurant in Long Beach, CA

4.1(1,054)13.05 - 18.95Long Beach, CA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.1 stars based on 1054 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Long Beach, CA • Price 13.05 - 18.95 • 4.1★
Chen's Chinese Restaurant, a renowned Long Beach, California institution since 1946, serves up an unforgettable Chinese buffet experience. For over 75 years, families and friends have gathered to enjoy a vast array of dishes, from savory soups to sweet desserts. With a 4.1-star rating based on 1054 reviews, this beloved eatery has earned its reputation as a top destination for all-you-can-eat buffets. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving delicious Chinese cuisine, Chen's Chinese Restaurant is the perfect choice. Enjoy a great dining experience with a wide variety of options, including vegetarian food, and don't forget to try their signature dishes, such as sweet and sour chicken and pork chops. With a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, Chen's Chinese Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone seeking an exceptional Chinese buffet in the heart of Long Beach, California.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
2131 E Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90803, USA, Bluff Heights, Long Beach, California
Phone
(562) 439-0309
Today
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Price
13.05 - 18.95
Rating
4.1 (1,054 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

⚡Quick service

No long waits

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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

9 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

**Pork Chops**×5Sour Chicken**×5Such As **Sweet×5**Vegetarian Food**×2Don'T Forget To Try Their Signature Dishes×2

Also mentioned

Customer ServiceLunch SpecialsPortionsPrice Like

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 37/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score37/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
17/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Under $16 per person
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

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

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 25/100 · 1 positive signal
Full night out score25/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
0/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

✅ 4.2 weighted · 1,054 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.1 from 1,054 reviews(↑ 0.06 from raw)
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,054 / 383 median
01,915 (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 (4.33) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1915+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

1 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

Pricing

Price range 13.05 - 18.95
Price range13.05 - 18.95
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For GroupsGood For KidsTV AvailableVegan optionsLimited vegetarian optionsAccepts credit cards

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 Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Popular Dishes

13 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Honey Glazed Walnut Shrimp$23.9599 mentions
  • Hot & Sour Soup$12.0054 mentions
  • Kung Pao Chicken$17.9537 mentions
  • Mongolian Beef$18.9534 mentions
  • BBQ Pork$12.0030 mentions
  • Sweet & Sour Pork$17.9526 mentions
  • Sweet & Sour Chicken$17.9523 mentions
  • Chow Fun$18.9522 mentions
  • Fried Wontons$10.5019 mentions
  • Spring Rolls$10.5019 mentions
  • Honey Walnut Chicken$19.9517 mentions
  • Pot Stickers$12.0015 mentions
  • Egg Foo Young$18.9515 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Reviews

1,054 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 1,054 reviews, with an average rating of 4.1 stars.
  • Positive review text points to family visits, service, cleanliness, and value.
  • 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 food at Chen's Chinese Restaurant?

The food at Chen's Chinese Restaurant is great, with dishes like sweet and sour chicken, egg drop soup, and steamed rice being highly praised by customers.

What is the price like at Chen's Chinese Restaurant?

The price at Chen's Chinese Restaurant is considered great, with generous portion sizes for the lunch specials.

Is Chen's Chinese Restaurant a good value for the price?

Customers have reported that Chen's Chinese Restaurant is a good value for the price, with great food and generous portion sizes.

Are the lunch specials at Chen's Chinese Restaurant a good option?

The lunch specials at Chen's Chinese Restaurant are a good option, with a great combination of dishes and generous portion sizes.

Is Chen's Chinese Restaurant clean and well-maintained?

Some customers have reported that Chen's Chinese Restaurant is clean and welcoming, while others have noticed a lack of cleanliness, including a dead cockroach in the men's restroom.

How is the customer service at Chen's Chinese Restaurant?

Some customers have reported that the staff at Chen's Chinese Restaurant is friendly and provides great customer service, while others have experienced a language barrier or lack of response to complaints.

Does Chen's Chinese Restaurant have a good atmosphere?

Chen's Chinese Restaurant has a beautiful and welcoming atmosphere, with an old-school charm that some customers enjoy.

Is Chen's Chinese Restaurant a good place to celebrate special occasions?

Chen's Chinese Restaurant is a great place to celebrate special occasions like anniversaries with family, as it has been a favorite for some customers for over 20 years.

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How long has Chen's Chinese Restaurant been in business?

Chen's Chinese Restaurant has been in business since 1986.

Are the portions at Chen's Chinese Restaurant generous?

The portions at Chen's Chinese Restaurant are generous, with customers reporting that the lunch specials have a great combination of dishes and large portion sizes.

Is Chen's Chinese Restaurant suitable for families?

Chen's Chinese Restaurant is suitable for families, with a welcoming atmosphere and a great place to celebrate special occasions like anniversaries.

Does Chen's Chinese Restaurant have a good reputation?

Chen's Chinese Restaurant has a good reputation among some customers, who have been returning to the restaurant for over 20 years.

🌃Nightlife & Entertainment

In the heart of the action — bars, lounges, and entertainment nearby.

In the heart of the action — bars, lounges, and entertainment nearby.

Food & Dining
30
Miscellaneous Services
8
Retail & Shopping
7
Government & Public Services
7
Recreation & Entertainment
6
Personal Care & Beauty
4

69 nearby places across 11 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

73 places nearby (arts & culture, food, government, healthcare, services)

Museums & galleries

Artwork

Artwork

~0.3 mi

Cafes & Coffee

Hot Java

Cafe

~70 ft
Jug Band Coffee and Tea

Cafe

~0.4 mi
Wide Eyes Open Palms

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416 Cherry Avenue

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El Barrio Cantina

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Specialty Food

Oh La Vache

Cheese

~0.3 mi

Bars & Pubs

The Social List

Pub

2105 East 4th Street

~0.3 mi11:30-22:00
+1 562 433-5478Website
Pub

Pub

~0.3 mi
Art Du Vin

Wine

~0.3 mi
Alcohol shop

Alcohol

~0.4 mi
Ambassador Liquor

Alcohol

~0.5 mi
O'Connell's

Pub

~0.5 mi
Dave's Liquor & Market

Alcohol

~0.5 mi
Que Sera

Bar

1923 East 7th Street

~0.6 miMo-Su 09:00-02:00
Bargain Liquor

Alcohol

~0.6 mi
Bud's Liquor Jr. Market

Alcohol

~0.6 mi

Grocery & Markets

98¢ & Up Long Beach Discount Mart

Convenience

~0.4 mi
Dollar Mart

Convenience

East 7th Street

~0.6 miMo-Su 09:00-20:30

Bakeries & Desserts

Gusto Bread

Bakery

2710 East 4th Street

~0.4 miWe-Fr 08:00-16:00; Sa-Su 08:00-14:00
+1 562-343-1881Website

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~820 ft
Drinking water

Drinking Water

~0.3 mi
Public restroom

Toilets

~0.3 mi

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.3 mi
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.3 mi
4th Street Postal

Post Office

~0.4 mi

Emergency services

Fire Station #2

Fire Station

~0.4 mi

Specialists

Troy Ha, DDS

Dentist

~0.4 mi

Other services

Fountain

Fountain

~530 ft
Bixby Park Bandshell

Bandstand

~620 ft
Fountain

Fountain

~0.3 mi
Romantix

Erotic

1712 East Broadway

~0.3 miMo-Su 12:00-01:00
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Vacant

Vacant

420 Cherry Avenue

~0.4 mi
Launderland Coin-op Laundry

Laundry

~0.5 mi
Dry Cleaning

Dry Cleaning

~0.5 mi
Speed Queen Laundry

Laundry

~0.5 mi

Hair services

Spiro‘s Barber Shop

Hairdresser

~0.4 mi
Website
Pina's Barber Shop

Hairdresser

~0.5 mi
Textures Hair Salon

Hairdresser

~0.5 mi

Beauty & spa

JK Sam Beauty Salon

Beauty

2032 East 7th Street

~0.6 mi

Professional services

Maya

Company

~0.2 mi

Parks & amenities

Picnic area

Picnic Table

~510 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~630 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~670 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~700 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~750 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~820 ft

Places of worship

Our Saviors Lutheran Church

Place Of Worship

~0.3 mi
Arabic Bible Christian Church

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
Website

Sports & outdoor

The Bicycle Stand

Bicycle

2740 East Broadway

~0.3 miMo-Sa 11:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00
+1-562-279-4936Website
Bicycle shop

Bicycle

~0.4 mi

Specialty stores

Page Against The Machine

Books

~0.4 mi
Cool Cat Collective

Gift

2741 East 4th Street

~0.5 miWe-Su 10:00-17:00
Website
Casita Bookstore

Books

~0.6 mi
Happy Holidays

Antiques

2119 East 7th Street

~0.6 mi

Electronics & technology

Gilmore Music

Music

~0.6 mi

Community & employment centers

The Center Long Beach

Community Centre

~0.4 mi

Social facilities & assisted living

Long Beach Adult Day Health Care Center

Social Facility

~0.4 mi

Little free libraries & book exchanges

Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.5 mi

Childcare & learning centers

Great Beginnings

Childcare

~0.6 mi

Gyms & fitness centers

Fitness station

Fitness Station

~700 ft

Sports facilities

Pigeon's Roller Skate Shop

Sports

~0.3 mi