Little China Restaurant LA in Los Angeles, CA

4.2(193)Los Angeles, CA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.2 stars based on 193 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

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Los Angeles, CA • 4.2★
Little China Restaurant LA, nestled in the heart of Arlington Heights, Los Angeles, California, is a premier destination for an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet experience. This esteemed establishment boasts an impressive 4.2-star rating based on 193 reviews, a testament to its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dining experience or a quick takeout, Little China Restaurant LA caters to a wide range of preferences with its dine-in, takeout, and delivery options. The restaurant's wheelchair accessibility features, including a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, and restroom, ensure an inclusive experience for all patrons. Reviewers rave about the wok-fried jjambbong soup, praising its deep flavor and fire smell, making it a must-try at this esteemed Chinese restaurant.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
3636 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA, Arlington Heights, Los Angeles, California
Phone
(323) 730-1890
Today
Closed
Rating
4.2 (193 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 seafood

Quality crab and seafood options

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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

Signature Dishes

9 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Making It A Must-Try At This Esteemed **Chinese Restaurant**×2**Fire Smell****Wok-Fried Jjambbong Soup**Praising Its **Deep Flavor**

Also mentioned

**Parking Lot****Restroom****Wheelchair Accessible Entrance**Ensure An Inclusive Experience For All PatronsWait Time Like

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Traditional Touches 🥢

Chinese regional cuisine · score 45/100
Authenticity score45/100
AuthenticMade To Order

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.2 weighted · 193 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.2 from 193 reviews
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median193 / 384 median
01,920 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
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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 (4.2) with the city average (4.23) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1920+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Closed

Regular Hours

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

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Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
RestroomWi-FiFree Wi-FiVegan optionsWheelchair accessibleAccepts credit cards

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualQuiet

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
BreakfastLunchDinnerCateringSeatingTable service

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsCateringCovered Outdoor Seating

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 specialtySports

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
AlcoholBeerComfort foodQuick biteSmall plates

Planning

Reservations and groups
Accepts reservations

Reviews

193 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 193 reviews, with an average rating of 4.2 stars.
  • Review tags mention jjambbong, jjajangmyun, price, and tangsuyuk.
  • Positive review text points to value, service, mongolian grill, and shrimp.
  • 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

Is Little China LA kid-friendly?

Yes, it's a casual place with great food and a cozy atmosphere.

What is the wait time like at Little China LA?

You may need to wait a bit after phoning in ahead, but food is made to order.

Is Little China LA clean?

The restaurant itself is very cozy and clean.

Is Little China LA service good?

The staff are incredibly friendly and attentive.

Is Little China LA worth visiting?

Yes, it's a true gem in LA with authentic and flavorful Chinese dishes.

Is Little China LA a good place to eat with a group?

Yes, the portions are generous and the staff are friendly.

Is Little China LA a good place to eat takeout?

No, they may not provide cutlery for takeout.

Can I expect good service at Little China LA?

Yes, the staff are incredibly friendly and attentive.

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Is Little China LA a good place to eat for lunch?

Yes, it's perfect for lunch when raining or anytime.

🏘️Suburban Center

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

Food & Dining
23
Religious & Spiritual
6
Retail & Shopping
4
Financial Services
3
Healthcare & Medical
3
Transportation & Automotive
3

53 nearby places across 11 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Banking

Hanmi Bank

Bank

~330 ft
Bank

Bank

~0.4 mi

Money services

Money lender

Money Lender

~0.6 mi

Restaurants

Little China

Restaurant

~30 ft
Wienerschnitzel

Fast Food

~160 ft
Bak Kung Korean B.B.Q

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House of Breakfast

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Hon

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Butnal

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Soban

Restaurant

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Kangnam Korean BBQ Sushi Bar

Restaurant

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~0.2 mi
Pasta Sisters

Restaurant

3343 West Pico Boulevard

~0.4 miSa-Mo 11:30-20:30
+1-213-652-2275Website
Fast food restaurant

Fast Food

~0.4 mi
Restaurant

Restaurant

~0.4 mi
Domino's

Fast Food

3309 West Pico Boulevard

~0.4 mi10:00-01:00
+1 323-735-8008Website

Bars & Pubs

Jack's

Alcohol

~290 ft

Grocery & Markets

Mobil Mart

Convenience

~660 ft
7-Eleven

Convenience

3477 West Olympic Boulevard

~0.3 mi
+1 323-735-1000Website
Food Mart

Convenience

~0.3 mi24/7
Jay's Market

Supermarket

~0.5 mi
Galleria Market

Supermarket

3250 West Olympic Boulevard

~0.6 miMo-Su 07:00-23:00
+1-323-733-3800Website

Cafes & Coffee

Cafe Nemo

Cafe

~0.3 mi
The History Coffee

Cafe

~0.4 mi
Its Coffee and Tea

Cafe

~0.6 mi
Cafe de Mama

Cafe

~0.6 mi

Bakeries & Desserts

Coin de Rue

Bakery

~0.6 mi

Hospitals & clinics

Solid Primary Care

Clinic

3511 West Olympic Boulevard

~990 ftMo-Fr 09:00-16:00
Time Anti-Aging and Hair Transplant Center

Clinic

3400 West Olympic Boulevard

~0.3 miMo,Tu,Th,Fr 10:00-17:00; Sa 10:00-14:00
+1-323-402-0458

Specialists

Cal Dental Group

Dentist

936 Crenshaw Boulevard

~0.3 mi
+1-323-934-2804Website

Other services

Laundry

Laundry

~310 ft
Euro Cabinet

Kitchen

~0.2 mi
Rut Ey Cleaners

Dry Cleaning

3333 West Olympic Boulevard

~0.5 mi

Beauty & spa

Olympic Spa

Beauty

~630 ft
Beauty salon

Beauty

~0.3 mi

Real estate services

FastPropertyCashNow.Com

Estate Agent

3705 West Pico Boulevard

~0.4 miMo-Fr 09:00-18:00
+1-855-715-1177Website
Abhaya Properties

Estate Agent

3705 West Pico Boulevard

~0.4 miMo-Fr 09:00-18:00
+1-855-958-5980Website

Places of worship

Grace & Truth Church

Place Of Worship

~180 ft
Saint Gregory's Roman Catholic Church

Place Of Worship

~0.2 mi
Trinity Lutheran Church

Place Of Worship

~0.3 mi
Ethiopian Christian Fellowship Church

Place Of Worship

3405 West Pico Boulevard

~0.4 mi
+1-323-731-8721Website
Temple of Soul Truth

Place Of Worship

~0.4 mi
The Way Church

Place Of Worship

4050 West Pico Boulevard

~0.5 mi

Specialty stores

Ibookpark

Books

~910 ft
Tobacco shop

Tobacco

~0.3 mi

General retail

Dollar Tree

Variety Store

~0.6 miMo-Sa 08:00-20:00; Su 09:00-20:00
Website

Clothing & fashion

WSS

Shoes

~0.6 mi

Social facilities & assisted living

Windsor Gardens Convalescent Hospital of Los Angeles

Social Facility

915 Crenshaw Boulevard

~0.3 mi
+1 323 937 5466Website
Ananda Marga of LA, Inc.

Social Facility

1245 South Norton Avenue

~0.4 miTh,Fr 09:30-10:30
+1-818-414-7737
Country Villa North Convalescent Center

Social Facility

3233 West Pico Boulevard

~0.5 mi
+1 323 734 9122
Sunray Healthcare Center

Social Facility

3210 West Pico Boulevard

~0.5 mi
+1 323 734 2171Website

Community associations

Ananda Marga of LA, Inc.

Ngo

1245 South Norton Avenue

~0.4 mi

Other transportation

Aju Motors

Car

~810 ft

Parking facilities

Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.3 mi

Vehicle services

Pico Express Car Wash

Car Wash

~0.6 mi

Attractions

906 South Crenshaw

Attraction

~0.3 mi

Fuel & charging stations

Mobil

Fuel

~690 ft
76

Fuel

~0.2 mi
Website
Gas station

Fuel

~0.5 mi