Shuang Cheng in Minneapolis, MN

4.4(1,167)13.51 - 40.00Minneapolis, MN
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Solid choice

Rated 4.4 stars based on 1167 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Romantic dinners

At a glance

Minneapolis, MN • Price 13.51 - 40.00 • 4.4★
Shuang Cheng: Authentic Chinese Cuisine in the Heart of Minneapolis. With a 4.4-star rating from over 1,167 reviews, this Chinese buffet is a local favorite. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat dining experience with a wide selection of options, from traditional dishes to innovative creations. Stopped in for lunch and was pleasantly surprised by the kindness of staff and the variety of options. Looking forward to trying this place again for a different dish. Complimentary hot tea is provided, and the Egg Roll is served promptly after ordering. The lunch special Mongolian Beef was delicious, and the Chicken Fried Rice completed the dish. Minneapolis, Minnesota residents can dine in, take out, or even reserve a table at this Chinese restaurant.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
1320 4th St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414, USA, Longfellow, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Phone
(612) 378-0208
Today
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Price
13.51 - 40.00
Rating
4.4 (1,167 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

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

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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

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

Signature Dishes

7 popular dishes mentioned by diners
Dining RoomFood· $14.25Lunch SpecialsMongolian BeefPortionsQuality Of The Egg Roll· $6.75Service

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 30/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score30/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
10/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • 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.

Traditional Touches 🥢

Chinese regional cuisine · score 30/100
Authenticity score30/100
Authentic

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Trusted Rating

👍 4.2 weighted · 1,167 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.4 from 1,167 reviews(↓ 0.25 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,167 / 698 median
03,490 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.4) with the city average (3.74) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3490+ 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 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 8:30 PM

Pricing

Price range 13.51 - 40.00
Price range13.51 - 40.00
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
TV AvailableGender Neutral RestroomsGood For GroupsGood For KidsWaiter ServiceDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Noise: Noise level

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

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

Reviews

1,167 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the food at Shuang Cheng delicious?

According to reviews, the food at Shuang Cheng is consistently delicious, with dishes like ginger scallion fried lobster and pork & tofu being particularly praised.

Is the service at Shuang Cheng good?

According to reviews, the service at Shuang Cheng is great, with friendly and fast servers.

Does Shuang Cheng have a welcoming atmosphere?

According to reviews, Shuang Cheng has a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, with a homely decoration and 'service with a smile'.

Is Shuang Cheng worth trying again?

According to reviews, Shuang Cheng is worth trying again, with many customers looking forward to trying more dishes.

Is the dining room at Shuang Cheng in need of an update?

According to one review, the dining room area could use a little bit of an update, but another review disagrees and likes the old school aura.

Does Shuang Cheng provide complementary hot tea?

According to one review, Shuang Cheng provides complementary hot tea.

Are the lunch specials at Shuang Cheng a good deal?

Yes, according to one review, the lunch specials are a great deal.

Are the portions at Shuang Cheng generous?

According to one review, the serving was generous, so the customer took home half of their meal.

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Does Shuang Cheng serve authentic Chinese cuisine?

According to one review, Shuang Cheng serves authentic Chinese cuisine, which is hard to find these days.

What is the quality of the Egg Roll at Shuang Cheng?

According to one review, the Egg Roll at Shuang Cheng is served promptly and has great seasoning and flavor, although it may not be fresh out of the fryer.

Is the Mongolian Beef at Shuang Cheng a good option?

According to one review, the Mongolian Beef at Shuang Cheng is delicious, but it is mostly onions.

Does Shuang Cheng give fortune cookies with the bill?

According to one review, Shuang Cheng gives a fortune cookie with the bill.

🍜Cultural Food Hub

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

Food & Dining
22
Transportation & Automotive
11
Government & Public Services
10
Miscellaneous Services
9
Recreation & Entertainment
7
Retail & Shopping
6

78 nearby places across 13 categories

Nearby Places

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

Museums & galleries

David

Artwork

~1030 ft
Rokker V

Artwork

~0.2 mi
Garden of Iron Mirrors

Artwork

~0.2 mi

Banking

Bank of America

Atm

~50 ft
Website
Huntington Bank

Bank

1322 Southeast 5th Street

~430 ft

Restaurants

Tony's Diner

Restaurant

1327 Southeast 4th Street

~120 ftMo-Sa 08:00-22:00; Su 08:00-15:00
+1 612 378 4730
CrunCheese

Fast Food

401 Southeast 14th Avenue

~140 ft11:30-22:00
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Pho Mai

Restaurant

319 Southeast 14th Avenue

~160 ft
Potbelly

Fast Food

326 Southeast 14th Avenue

~200 ftMo-Fr 10:00-21:00; Sa 11:00-21:00; Su 11:00-20:00
+1-612-623-8155Website
Qdoba

Fast Food

324 Southeast 14th Avenue

~210 ftMo-We 10:30-22:00; Th-Sa 10:30-23:00; Su 10:30-22:00
+1 612-379-3100Website
Pizza Karma

Fast Food

409 Southeast 14th Avenue

~210 ft
Website
Insomnia Cookies

Fast Food

402 Southeast 14th Avenue

~240 ftSu 12:00-01:00; Mo-We 11:00-01:00; Th-Sa 11:00-03:00
+1 646-663-1969Website
Crisp & Green

Restaurant

411 Southeast 14th Avenue

~240 ftMo-Su 10:30-21:00
+1 612-208-1471Website
Bonchon Chicken

Restaurant

406 Southeast 14th Avenue

~260 ft11:00-21:30
+1-612-286-1700Website
Al's Breakfast

Restaurant

413 Southeast 14th Avenue

~270 ftMo-Sa 06:00-13:00; Su 09:00-13:00
+1-612-331-9991Website
Wally's Falafel and Hummus

Restaurant

417 Southeast 14th Avenue

~290 ft11:00-22:00
+1-612-746-4776Website
Tasty Pot

Restaurant

423 Southeast 14th Avenue

~340 ftMo,We-Su 11:00-21:00
+1-612-886-3837Website

Cafes & Coffee

Niko Niko

Cafe

321 Southeast 14th Avenue

~140 ft
Tiger Sugar

Cafe

318 Southeast 14th Avenue

~210 ft
Website
Mango Mango Dessert

Cafe

~270 ft
$1.99 Americano

Cafe

1407 Southeast 4th Street

~290 ftMo-Su 09:00-17:00
Starbucks

Cafe

425 Southeast 14th Avenue

~390 ft06:00-19:00
+1 612-331-0167Website
Kung Fu Tea

Cafe

507 Southeast 14th Avenue

~610 ftMo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00; Su 11:00-22:00
+1-612-353-5088Website
GIOT Cream Coffee

Cafe

511 Southeast 14th Avenue

~680 ft
+1-763-267-9359Website
Bordertown Coffee

Cafe

315 Southeast 16th Avenue

~890 ftMo-Fr 07:00-17:00
Website

Bakeries & Desserts

Mochi Dough

Pastry

405 Southeast 14th Avenue

~190 ftMo-Fr 11:00-21:00; Sa-Su 10:00-21:00
+1 612-354-7689

Bars & Pubs

Top Ten Liquors

Alcohol

1440 Southeast 5th Street

~660 ft

Postal services

United States Post Office

Post Office

1316 Southeast 5th Street

~410 ftMo-Fr 09:00-14:00, 15:00-17:00
+1-800-275-8777Website
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~420 ft
Mailbox

Post Box

~830 ft
Mailbox

Post Box

~0.3 mi

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~440 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~490 ft
Recycling center

Recycling

~530 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~530 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~740 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~950 ft

Specialists

Dinkytown Optical

Optician

1411 Southeast 4th Street

~320 ftMo-Tu 09:00-17:00; We 09:00-19:00; Th 09:00-17:00; Fr 09:00-15:00
+1-612-331-7100Website

Other services

Riverton Community Housing

Leasing Office

425 Southeast 13th Avenue

~460 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
Shelter

Shelter

~810 ft
Shelter

Shelter

~820 ft
Shelter

Shelter

~830 ft
Shelter

Shelter

~860 ft
Shelter

Shelter

~880 ft
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~0.3 mi
Moped Parking

Moped Parking

~0.3 mi
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~0.4 mi

Body art

Dinkytown Tattoo

Tattoo

407 Southeast 14th Avenue

~170 ftMo-Sa 12:00-20:00; Su 12:00-17:00
+1-612-208-0821Website

Hair services

Great Clips

Hairdresser

1312 Southeast 5th Street

~410 ftMo-Fr 09:00-19:00; Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 10:00-17:00
+1-612-379-0430Website

Real estate services

Dinkytown Rentals, LLC

Property Management

1112 Southeast 6th Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 10:00-17:00
+1-612-378-2413Website

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~580 ft
Bench

Bench

~840 ft
Bench

Bench

~850 ft
Bench

Bench

~0.2 mi
Bench

Bench

~0.2 mi
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Bench

~0.2 mi

Outdoor activities

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

~0.3 mi

Places of worship

University Lutheran Chapel

Place Of Worship

316 Southeast 10th Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1-612-331-2747Website
Maranatha Christian Church

Place Of Worship

315 Southeast 10th Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1-612-378-2299Website
Sojourn Campus Church

Place Of Worship

310 Southeast 18th Avenue

~0.4 mi
Website

Specialty stores

The Book House

Books

1316 Southeast 4th Street

~50 ftMo-Fr 10:00-20:00; Sa 11:00-20:00; Su 11:00-18:00
+1-612-331-1430Website
Hideaway

Tobacco

1309 Southeast 4th Street

~130 ftMo-Th 10:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-23:00; Su 10:00-22:00
+1-612-331-1554Website
Royal Cigar & Tobacco

Tobacco

403 Southeast 14th Avenue

~160 ftMo-Fr 07:30-03:00; Sa 08:00-03:00; Su 08:30-02:00
+1-612-331-7250Website
Campus Market and Tobacco

Tobacco

316 Southeast 15th Avenue

~620 ft

Clothing & fashion

Goldy's Locker Room

Clothes

400 Southeast 14th Avenue

~220 ftMo-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 11:00-17:00
+1 612-331-3354Website

General retail

Target

Department Store

1329 Southeast 5th Street

~520 ftMo-Fr 07:00-21:00; Sa,Su 08:00-21:00
+1-612-355-3857Website

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~210 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~250 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~280 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~330 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~330 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~340 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~380 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~390 ft
Parking facility

Parking

1309 Southeast 5th Street

~400 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~400 ft

Vehicle rentals

Zipcar

Car Sharing

1405 Southeast 5th Street

~700 ft
Website

Other utilities

Vending machine

Vending Machine

~0.3 mi