China Cafe in Los Angeles, CA

3.7(382)Los Angeles, CA
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3.7-star rating from 382 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Quick service
  • Many diner reviews

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Quick meals
  • Families
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Los Angeles, CA • 3.7★
Experience the authentic taste of Los Angeles, California at China Cafe, a renowned Chinese buffet destination in the Historic Core neighborhood. This all-you-can-eat haven offers a vast array of delectable dishes, from comforting wonton soup to an assortment of local specialties. As you dine, you can feel the history in the air, from the clatter of woks to the comforting rhythm of chopsticks tapping bowls. The service is fast, friendly, and genuinely warm, making every meal a snapshot of LA's cultural heartbeat. China Cafe stands proud in its authenticity, proudly serving honest food and real people.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
317 S Broadway # 18, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA, Historic Core, Los Angeles, California
Phone
(626) 223-8148
Today
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Rating
3.7 (382 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

⚡Quick service

No long waits

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Before you go

♿Wheelchair accessible

Accessible entrance and facilities

🍺Alcohol served

Beer, wine, and cocktails available

🥡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
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

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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

Highlights

Special features
Fast serviceServes local specialty

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
AlcoholBeerCoffeeComfort foodQuick biteSmall plates

Reviews

382 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is China Cafe kid-friendly?

The open-air food court style seating is spacious during off-peak hours and patrons have an option to dine at their bar area.

Is the food at China Cafe good?

The food? Simple, soulful, and exactly what it should be.

How long do you have to wait for food at China Cafe?

Waited well over 30 minutes for our food, despite sitting 8 feet from the order location.

Is China Cafe clean?

Where else are you gonna get Chinese food served with a scowl and in plastic ware? No where.

How is the service at China Cafe?

The staff were very skilled at handling the food.

Is the food at China Cafe healthy?

The portions were quite large, but the flavor was solid.

Does China Cafe have a variety of dishes?

Fried noodles, tasted OK, 4 points. Fried rice, tasted bland, like no seasoning, 3 points.

Is China Cafe a popular place?

It seemed very popular, as there was a long line.

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Is the food at China Cafe fresh?

The quality of the squid was questionable.

How is the quality of the ingredients at China Cafe?

The beef was not so much and rice was plenty.

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

99 places nearby (arts & culture, finance, food, government, healthcare)

Theaters & performance venues

Grauman's Million Dollar Theatre

Theatre

~220 ft
Downtown Independent

Cinema

~0.2 mi

Museums & galleries

Morono Kiang Gallery

Gallery

~560 ft
Artwork

Artwork

~700 ft
Evolution of Los Angeles

Artwork

~790 ft
Chas' Stainless Steel Mark Thompson's Airplane Parts

Artwork

~860 ft
Continental Gallery

Gallery

~940 ft
Evolution of Printing

Artwork

~980 ft

Banking

ATM

Atm

317 South Broadway

~240 ft
LA Financial Credit Union

Bank

209 South Broadway

~840 ftMo,Tu,Th 09:00-17:00; We 10:00-17:00; Fr 09:00-18:00
Wells Fargo

Bank

333 S Grand Ave

~990 ft
Bank SinoPac

Bank

355 S Grand Ave

~0.2 mi
Southland Credit Union

Bank

~0.2 mi
Chase

Bank

~0.2 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa-Su closed
+1 213-488-2321Website

Cafes & Coffee

G&B

Cafe

317 South Broadway

~10 ft
Blue Bottle Coffee

Cafe

300 South Broadway

~460 ftMo-Fr 07:00-18:00; Sa, Su 07:00-19:00
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Starbucks

Cafe

350 South Grand Avenue

~630 ft
+1 213-626-0466Website
Barista Society

Cafe

~720 ft
Corner Bakery

Cafe

~730 ft
Civilization Cafe

Cafe

306 West 2nd Street

~880 ft
Lobby Cafe

Cafe

~960 ft
For Five Coffee Roasters Coffee

Cafe

~960 ft
Lucky's Coffee Roasters

Cafe

~970 ft
Peet's Coffee

Cafe

~0.2 mi
Speciality's

Cafe

~0.2 mi

Bars & Pubs

Golden Road Brewery

Pub

317 South Broadway

~40 ft
+1-213-628-3336Website
The Grayson

Bar

351 South Broadway

~410 ftMo-Su 17:00-02:00
Precinct DTLA

Bar

357 South Broadway

~450 ftTu-Sa 18:00-02:00; Su 11:30-02:00
+1 213-232-4666Website
Kippered

Bar

361 South Broadway

~490 ftTh-Sa 17:00-24:00, Mo-We 17:00-22:00, Su 15:00-22:00
Gourmet Wine & Spirits

Alcohol

~780 ft
Bar 107

Bar

~1040 ft
Bar Ama

Bar

118 West 4th Street

~0.2 mi
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The New Jalisco Bar

Pub

~0.2 mi
Website
The Edison

Bar

~0.2 mi

Restaurants

Oyster Gourmet

Fast Food

317 South Broadway

~40 ft
China Cafe

Fast Food

317 South Broadway

~60 ft
Sari Sari Store

Fast Food

317 South Broadway

~70 ft
Maple Block Meat Co.

Fast Food

~80 ft
PBJ LA

Fast Food

317 South Broadway

~100 ft
Ana Maria

Fast Food

317 South Broadway

~110 ft
Bento Ya

Fast Food

317 South Broadway

~120 ft
Tacos Tumbras a Tomas

Fast Food

317 South Broadway

~120 ft
La Tostaderia

Fast Food

317 South Broadway

~140 ft
For the Win

Fast Food

317 South Broadway

~150 ft

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

317 South Broadway

~80 ft
Drinking water

Drinking Water

~420 ft
Public restroom

Toilets

~1020 ft

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~360 ft
United States Post Office

Post Office

~620 ftMo-Fr 11:00-16:00

Government offices

City of Los Angeles Parking Violation Bureau

Government

312 West 2nd Street

~870 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.2 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~330 ft

Specialists

R. P. Hoffman

Optician

~680 ft

Other services

Angels Flight Ticket Office

Ticket

~410 ft
Lüstern

Erotic

359 South Broadway

~470 ftTu-We 14:00-20:00; Th 14:00-21:00; Fr 14:00-22:00; Sa 13:00-22:00; Su 13:00-20:00
+1 213-265-7597Website
Fountain

Fountain

~520 ft
basic flowers

Florist

~580 ftMo-Fr 8:00-18:00
+1-213-995-3333Website
Fountain

Fountain

~780 ft
FedEx Office

Copyshop

~810 ft
Fountain

Fountain

~810 ft
Vacant

Vacant

207 South Broadway

~870 ft
Vacant

Vacant

205 South Broadway

~880 ft
Vacant

Vacant

203 South Broadway

~900 ft

Hair services

Cindolyn's

Hairdresser

~690 ft

Legal services

West coast trial lawyers

Lawyer

350 South Grand Avenue

~690 ft
+1-888-341-9802Website
Tobener Ravenscroft

Lawyer

435 South Spring Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 08:00-17:30, Sa 09:00-13:00; Su closed
+1 323-529-0065Website

Financial & accounting services

Charles Schwab

Financial Advisor

~990 ft

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~320 ft
Bench

Bench

~340 ft
Bench

Bench

~400 ft
Bench

Bench

~0.2 mi

Entertainment venues

Slipper Clutch

Nightclub

351 South Broadway

~380 ft
Website
Grand Performances

Nightclub

350 S Grand Ave

~690 ft
Website
The Smell

Nightclub

~0.2 mi
The Crocker Club

Nightclub

~0.2 mi

Other recreation & entertainment

Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~550 ft

Specialty stores

GCM Jewelry

Jewelry

317 South Broadway

~180 ft
Museum of Contemporary Art Gift Shop

Gift

~890 ft
Silver City Jewelry

Jewelry

~930 ftMo-Fr 08:00 - 17:15
+1-213-689-1488Website
The Last Bookstore

Books

453 South Spring Street

~0.2 miMo-Su 11:00-20:00
Website

Clothing & fashion

Shoemaster

Shoes

~700 ft
Arketa

Fashion Accessories

213 South Broadway

~810 ft

Sports & outdoor

DTLA Bikes

Bicycle

~810 ft
Website

Gyms & fitness centers

Planet Fitness

Fitness Centre

437 South Broadway

~850 ft
+1-213-699-0030Website

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~60 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~70 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~130 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~360 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~400 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~610 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~620 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~660 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~670 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~710 ft

Vehicle rentals

Broadway & 3rd

Bicycle Rental

303 South Broadway Street

~350 ft
Website
Grand & 3rd

Bicycle Rental

250 South Grand Ave

~900 ft
Website

Public transportation

Taxi service

Taxi

~0.2 mi

Visitor information

Grand Central Market Information Desk

Information

~90 ft
Visitor information

Information

~130 ft