Peking Tavern in Los Angeles, CA

4.5(387)Los Angeles, CA
True Hidden Gem 💎
Highly rated

Highly rated at 4.5 stars with 387 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

Los Angeles, CA • 4.5★
Peking Tavern, a premier Chinese buffet destination in Los Angeles, California, offers an unparalleled dining experience. This exceptional eatery boasts an impressive 4.5-star rating, backed by an astonishing 387 reviews, demonstrating its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. With its welcoming atmosphere, featuring both indoor and outdoor seating, Peking Tavern provides the perfect setting for a memorable meal. Whether you're in the mood for a casual, cozy evening or a lively night out with friends, this vibrant restaurant has something for everyone.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
236 S Los Angeles St suite g, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA, Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, California
Phone
(213) 393-7106
Today
5:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Rating
4.5 (387 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

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

Signature Dishes

3 popular dishes mentioned by diners
Price RangeServiceWait Times Like

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 🥢

Taiwanese regional cuisine · score 40/100
Authenticity score40/100
BeijingTaiwaneseCantonese

Regional dishes detected

Dim SumScallion Pancake

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 33/100 · 3 positive signals
Full night out score33/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
8/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Karaoke and nightclubs nearby
  • Cinema 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

👍 4.4 weighted · 387 reviews
4.4weighted · raw 4.5 from 387 reviews( 0.11 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median387 / 363 median
01,815 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.5) with the city average (4.26) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1815+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

10 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday
6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday
5:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Thursday
5:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Friday
5:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Saturday
12:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Sunday
12:00 PM – 1:30 AM

Popular Times

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Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
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Sat

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

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

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Bar onsiteGender-neutral restroomRestroomWi-FiFree Wi-FiDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualCozyTrendy

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
BrunchLunchDinnerCounter serviceDessertSeating

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 serviceGreat beer selectionGreat cocktailsSports

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
AlcoholBeerCocktailsCoffeeComfort foodHappy hour drinks

Planning

Reservations and groups
Accepts reservations

Reviews

387 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is Peking Tavern kid-friendly?

Yes, they have karaoke which kids can enjoy.

What is the price range at Peking Tavern?

No specific price range mentioned, but it is described as casual and affordable.

What type of cuisine does Peking Tavern serve?

Primarily dim sum and noodles, with some Taiwan-inspired dishes.

Is the service at Peking Tavern good?

Yes, staff members are courteous and helpful, with some reviews mentioning exceptional service.

Is Peking Tavern clean?

No specific mention of cleanliness, but some reviews mention a pleasant atmosphere and comfortable seating.

What are some popular dishes at Peking Tavern?

Mushroom dumplings, ginger noodles, dragon fries, and scallion pancakes are mentioned as popular dishes.

Is Peking Tavern a good place to visit with a large group?

Yes, they have a karaoke area and can accommodate large groups.

What are the wait times like at Peking Tavern?

No specific mention of wait times, but some reviews mention that they were seated right away.

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What kind of atmosphere does Peking Tavern have?

They have a cozy and trendy vibe, with a karaoke area and comfortable seating.

Does Peking Tavern have a good selection of drinks?

Yes, they have a full service bar and a well-stocked bar with a great selection of drinks.

🌃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
Transportation & Automotive
14
Retail & Shopping
12
Miscellaneous Services
10
Recreation & Entertainment
8
Arts & Culture
8

100 nearby places across 13 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Museums & galleries

Friendship Knot

Artwork

~560 ft
Ninomiya Sontoku

Artwork

~660 ft
LA Artcore Center

Gallery

~750 ft
Evolution of Printing

Artwork

~1010 ft
Blooming Art

Art

129 Japanese Village Plaza Mall

~1010 ftWe-Sa 12:00-21:00
Artwork

Artwork

~0.2 mi

Theaters & performance venues

Downtown Independent

Cinema

~600 ft
East West Players

Theatre

120 Judge John Aiso Street

~0.2 mi

Banking

Bank of the West

Atm

~480 ft
BMO

Bank

123 Onizuka St

~520 ft
Union Bank

Atm

~700 ft
Credit Union of Southern California

Bank

~750 ftMo-Fr 09:00-16:30
California Bank and Trust

Bank

101 South San Pedro Street

~810 ft
California Bank and Trust

Atm

~840 ft

Restaurants

Cali Chilli Kitchen and Bar

Restaurant

~220 ft
Redbird LA

Restaurant

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~410 ftMo-Su 17:00-22:00
Orochon Ramen

Restaurant

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~450 ftSu-Th 11:30-22:30; Fr-Sa 11:30-23:00
Kushi Shabu

Restaurant

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~460 ft
Korea BBQ House

Restaurant

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~470 ftMo-Fr 10:00-21:00; Sa-Su 11:00-21:00
Rice and Nori

Restaurant

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~470 ft
Korean BBQ House

Restaurant

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~490 ftMo-Fr 10:00-21:00; Sa-Su 11:00-21:00
Roll Spot

Restaurant

~640 ft
Badmaash

Restaurant

~670 ft
Justice Urban Tavern

Restaurant

120 Los Angeles Street

~690 ftSu-Th 06:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 06:00-24:00
Lili Ya

Restaurant

~700 ft
Kouraku

Restaurant

314 East 2nd Street

~740 ftMo-Th,Su 11:30-23:45; Fr-Sa 11:30-01:40

Grocery & Markets

7 Eleven

Convenience

~270 ft
Marukai Market

Supermarket

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~520 ftMo-Th,Su 08:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 08:00-22:00
Nijiya Market

Supermarket

124 Japanese Village Plaza Mall

~0.2 mi09:00-21:00

Bars & Pubs

The Lexington Bar

Bar

129 East 3rd Street

~440 ft
The New Jalisco Bar

Pub

~590 ft
The Edison

Bar

~740 ft
Bar 107

Bar

~0.2 mi
Bar Ama

Bar

118 West 4th Street

~0.2 mi
Wolf and Crane

Bar

366 East 2nd Street

~0.3 mi
The Lash

Bar

117 Winston Street

~0.3 mi

Cafes & Coffee

Midori Matcha

Cafe

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~530 ft
Miss Cheese

Cafe

310 East 2nd Street

~700 ftMo-Th,Su 09:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-23:00
Gong Cha

Cafe

318 East 2nd Street

~810 ftMo-Th 12:00-20:00; Fr-Su 12:00-22:00
Millet Crepe

Cafe

330 East 2nd Street

~870 ftMo-Th,Su 12:00-22:30; Fr-Sa 12:00-23:00
Tilt Coffee Bar

Cafe

334 South Main Street

~920 ftMo-Sa 07:00-19:00, Su 09:00-18:00
Tiger Sugar

Cafe

341 East 2nd Street

~1000 ftSu-Th 12:00-21:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-22:00
Cafe Dulce

Cafe

134 Japanese Village Plaza Mall

~1020 ftMo-Th 08:00-19:00; Fr-Sa 08:00-21:00; Su 08:00-20:00
Blue Bottle Coffee

Cafe

300 South Broadway

~0.3 miMo-Fr 07:00-18:00; Sa, Su 07:00-19:00

Postal services

The UPS Store

Post Office

~400 ft

Government offices

Federal Public Defender

Government

~830 ft

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~870 ft

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~980 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.2 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~1020 ft

Specialists

UV Vision Inc.

Optician

East 4th Street

~0.2 mi

Other services

Weller Court

Loading Dock

~430 ft
Kimono Ya

Anime

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~460 ftMo-Fr 11:00-21:00; Sa,Su 10:00-21:00
Fountain

Fountain

~570 ft
California Floral

Florist

~760 ft
Anime Station

Anime

330 East 2nd Street

~880 ftMo-Th,Su 11:00-19:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-20:00
Anime Jungle

Anime

319 East 2nd Street

~930 ft
Ronald F. Deaton Civic Auditorium

Events Venue

~950 ft
Book Off

Anime

340 East 2nd Street

~1050 ftMo-Th 12:00-20:00; Fr-Su 12:00-21:00
Fountain

Fountain

~0.2 mi
Frank Putnam Memorial Fountain

Fountain

~0.2 mi

Hair services

City Hair

Hairdresser

342 East 1st Street

~0.2 mi

Legal services

Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyers

Lawyer

360 E 2nd St

~0.2 mi24/7
Los Angeles Truck Accident Lawyers

Lawyer

360 E 2nd St

~0.2 mi24/7

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~660 ft
Bench

Bench

~670 ft
Bench

Bench

~1040 ft
Bench

Bench

~1050 ft
Bench

Bench

~0.2 mi

Entertainment venues

The Smell

Nightclub

~740 ft
Lounge Ojah

Karaoke Box

328 East 1st Street

~0.2 mi18:30-01:30

Other recreation & entertainment

Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~0.2 mi

Places of worship

Union Church

Place Of Worship

401 East 3rd Street

~890 ft

Specialty stores

Tokyo Central Specialty Market

Gift

~470 ftMo-Su 10:00-21:00
Kinokuniya

Books

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~550 ft11:00-20:00
Monkey Pants

Toys

131 Japanese Village Plaza Mall

~1000 ftMo-Th 11:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-21:00; Su 11:00-20:30
CAL Toys

Toys

233 East 4th Street

~0.2 mi
Make Asobi

Cosmetics

130 Japanese Village Plaza Mall

~0.2 miMo-Su 10:00-19:00
Shinyodo

Gift

119 Japanese Village Plaza Mall

~0.2 mi

Electronics & technology

K-Pop Music Town

Music

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~500 ftMo,We-Th 11:30-20:00; Tu off; Fr 11:30-20:30; Sa 11:00-20:30; Su 11:00-19:00
Going Underground

Music

~0.2 mi

Clothing & fashion

HYPLAND

Clothes

200 South San Pedro Street

~670 ftMo-Th off; Fr 13:00-18:00; Sa 12:00-20:00; Su 12:00-18:00
RIF

Shoes

334 East 2nd Street

~780 ft
Shoe Palace

Shoes

326 East 2nd Street

~840 ftMo-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 11:00-19:00
Japangeles

Clothes

141 Japanese Village Plaza Mall

~960 ft12:00-19:00

Gyms & fitness centers

Sweat Yoga

Fitness Centre

~0.2 mi

Parking facilities

Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~170 ft
Parking facility

Parking

~290 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~370 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~400 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~400 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~480 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~510 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~510 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~530 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~600 ft

Vehicle parts & accessories

Auto Part & Accessories Wholesale

Car Parts

~510 ft

Vehicle rentals

3rd & San Pedro

Bicycle Rental

350 East Third Street

~650 ft
Main & 1st

Bicycle Rental

120 South Main Street

~910 ft
1st & Judge John Aiso

Bicycle Rental

134 Judge John Aiso Street

~990 ft