Sumo Grill & Buffet in Minneapolis, MN

3.9(2,966)Minneapolis, MN
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3.9-star rating from 2966 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Minneapolis, MN • 3.9★
Sumo Grill & Buffet, a renowned Chinese buffet in Minneapolis, Minnesota, offers an unparalleled dining experience for locals and visitors alike. This Chinese restaurant boasts a wide variety of delectable dishes, including a hibachi grill and sushi bar, perfect for those seeking a unique culinary adventure. Whether you're in the mood for all-you-can-eat options on a Saturday or simply want to indulge in a vegetarian delight, Sumo Grill & Buffet has something for everyone. The restaurant's commitment to serving high-quality food at reasonable prices has earned it a 3.9-star rating and an impressive 2966 reviews, making it a top choice for those seeking a memorable dining experience.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
2216 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55407, USA, Longfellow, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Phone
(612) 728-3838
Today
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Rating
3.9 (2,966 reviews)

What stands out

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Great for families

Kid-friendly and family-oriented

🍣Fresh sushi

Quality sushi selection

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

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Before you go

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

Signature Dishes

6 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Food×2

Also mentioned

**Hibachi Grill****Sushi Bar**Perfect For Those Seeking A Unique Culinary AdventurePricesService

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Trusted Rating

✅ 4.0 weighted · 2,966 reviews
4.0weighted · raw 3.9 from 2,966 reviews(↑ 0.05 from raw)
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median2,966 / 708 median
03,540 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (3.9) with the city average (4.17) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3540+ 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 – 9:30 PM
Tuesday
Closed
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 – 10:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For GroupsGood For KidsWaiter ServiceDogs AllowedCurbside Pickup

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.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Accepts Google Pay

Reviews

2,966 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 2,966 reviews, with an average rating of 3.9 stars.
  • Positive review text points to sushi, crab, hibachi, and buffet selection.

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is Sumo Grill & Buffet kid-friendly?

Yes, they have a chocolate fondue that was a hit for the kids.

Is Sumo Grill & Buffet wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it's wheelchair accessible and has handicap parking.

What are the prices at Sumo Grill & Buffet?

Prices vary, but on Saturdays they have a $25 per person deal with crab legs.

What kind of dishes does Sumo Grill & Buffet offer?

They have a good selection of Chinese buffet, hibachi grill, sushi bar, snow crab legs, and stir fry bar.

Is the food at Sumo Grill & Buffet fresh?

Some reviewers mentioned that the food was not fresh, while others said it was pretty fresh.

How is the service at Sumo Grill & Buffet?

Some reviewers had bad experiences with the service, while others were satisfied.

Is the food at Sumo Grill & Buffet cooked correctly?

Some reviewers mentioned that the food was overcooked, while others said it was good.

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

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

Food & Dining
27
Transportation & Automotive
10
Government & Public Services
9
Retail & Shopping
8
Recreation & Entertainment
7
Miscellaneous Services
7

94 nearby places across 14 categories

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

Theaters & performance venues

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Theatre

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Trylon Cinema

Cinema

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Museums & galleries

Artwork

Artwork

~0.3 mi
Artwork

Artwork

~0.4 mi
Artwork

Artwork

~0.4 mi
Ricardo Levins Morales Art Studio

Art

3260 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.6 mi
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Together We Grow

Artwork

~0.6 mi

Banking

First Independence Bank

Bank

~380 ft

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~10 ft
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La Loma Tamales

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1515 East Lake Street

~0.6 miMo-Su 05:30-17:00
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Bars & Pubs

Hi Lake Liquors

Alcohol

~170 ft
Schooner Tavern

Bar

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~0.4 mi
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Flashback Cafe & Cocktail Lounge

Bar

~0.6 miSu-Th 12:00-22:00, Fr,Sa 11:00-24:00
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Cafes & Coffee

Peace Coffee

Coffee

~840 ft
Starbucks

Cafe

2500 East Lake Street

~890 ft
+1 612-721-5701Website
1st Cup Cafe

Cafe

~0.2 mi
Quruxley

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~0.3 mi
Wildflyer Coffee

Cafe

3262 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.6 mi
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Bakeries & Desserts

Tortelleria Campesino

Bakery

~0.3 mi
Pasteleria Gama

Bakery

1703 East Lake Street

~0.5 mi
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Panederia y Pasteleria San Miguel

Bakery

~0.5 mi
Amandi Cafe

Ice Cream

2927 East Lake Street

~0.6 mi
+1 612-481-7551

Grocery & Markets

Aldi

Supermarket

2929 27th Avenue South

~0.3 miMo, We, Fr-Su 09:00-20:00; Tu, Th 08:30-20:00
+1 833-472-7106Website
La Rosa

Convenience

~0.5 mi
Dur Dur Bakery & Grocery

Convenience

~0.6 mi
Huababey's Halal Market

Convenience

~0.6 mi
United Noodle

Supermarket

~0.6 mi

Waste management

Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~0.3 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.3 mi
City of MInneapolis

Grit Bin

~0.4 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.4 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.5 mi
Free Geek Twin Cities

Recycling

2537 25th Avenue South

~0.5 miWe-Su 12:00-18:00
+1 612-293-7339Website

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.4 mi
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.4 mi
Mailbox

Post Box

~0.6 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Seward Pharmacy

Pharmacy

2209 East Lake Street

~330 ft
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CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

2500 East Lake Street

~820 ft
+1 612-721-1611Website

Hospitals & clinics

Smiley's Clinic

Clinic

~0.3 miMo-Fr 08:00-17:00
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TruCare Clinic

Clinic

~0.6 miMo-Fr 08:00-18:00; Sa 09:00-17:00
Summit Healthcare

Clinic

~0.6 mi

Alternative medicine

Premier Health

Alternative

~0.4 mi

Other services

Vacant

Vacant

~300 ft
HD Laundry

Laundry

~550 ft
Seventhwave

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~940 ftMo-Fr 8:30 - 17:30
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Vacant

Vacant

~0.3 mi
Fiesta Mexicana Dulceria y Mas

Party

~0.4 mi
Elite Dry Cleaners

Dry Cleaning

3101 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.4 mi
+1 612 721 3141Website
Drawing Co-Op

Craft

~0.4 mi

Beauty & spa

Do Me Nails

Beauty

~0.5 mi
Daisy Nails

Beauty

~0.6 mi

Legal services

Wilson Law Group

Lawyer

3019 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.3 mi
Guzior Ambrecht Maher

Lawyer

2700 East Lake Street

~0.4 mi

Financial & accounting services

Francis Tax Service

Tax Advisor

~0.5 mi

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~410 ft
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~410 ft
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~410 ft
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~420 ft
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~420 ft
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~430 ft

Other recreation & entertainment

Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~560 ft

Places of worship

Rawdah Mosque (Somali Cultural Institute)

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
Walker Community UMC

Place Of Worship

3104 16th Avenue South

~0.6 mi
+1-612-722-6612Website
New City Church

Place Of Worship

3104 16th Avenue South

~0.6 mi
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General retail

Dollar General

Variety Store

~300 ft
Burlington

Department Store

2124 East Lake Street

~360 ft09:00-21:00
+1 612-682-4371Website
Midtown Farmers Market

Marketplace

~520 ftMay-Oct Sa 08:00-13:00; Jun-Oct Tu 15:00-19:00

Specialty stores

GM Tobacco

Tobacco

2740 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.2 mi
Moon Palace Books

Books

3032 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.3 mi09:00-21:00
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Uncle Hugo's Science Fiction & Uncle Edgar's Mystery Bookstore

Books

2716 East 31st Street

~0.4 miMo-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 12:00-17:00
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Day 2 Day Tobacco

Tobacco

1715 East Lake Street

~0.4 mi
Stop N Shop Tobacco

Tobacco

1700 East Lake Street

~0.5 mi

Sports facilities

YWCA

Sports Hall

~540 ft

Gyms & fitness centers

Planet Fitness

Fitness Centre

2852 26th Avenue South

~970 ftMo-Th 05:00-22:00, Fr 05:00-21:00, Sa-Su 06:00-20:00
+1-612-236-4176Website
Solcana Fitness

Fitness Centre

3016 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.3 mi
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Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~270 ft
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Bicycle Parking

~330 ft
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Bicycle Parking

~360 ft
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~370 ft
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~500 ft
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~520 ft
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~890 ft
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~890 ft
Target

Bicycle Parking

~910 ft
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Bicycle Parking

~1010 ft

Fuel & charging stations

MotoMart

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3301 Hiawatha Avenue

~0.5 mi
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