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
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

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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 – 9:30 PM
Rating
3.9 (2,966 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

🦀Fresh seafood

Quality crab and seafood options

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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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)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
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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 (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

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For GroupsGood For KidsWaiter ServiceVegan optionsLimited vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessible

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for groupsGood for kidsNoise: Noise level

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsOutdoor SeatingCatering

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Accepts Google Pay

Full Menu

10 items with prices
  • Edamame
  • Shumai
  • Sushi or Sashimi Appetizer
  • Blackened Tuna
  • Miso Soup
  • Shumai Soup
  • Green Salad
  • Avocado Salad
  • Crab Stick
  • Tamago

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

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.

🍜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.

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Transportation & Automotive
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Government & Public Services
9
Retail & Shopping
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Recreation & Entertainment
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Miscellaneous Services
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94 nearby places across 14 categories

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

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Museums & galleries

Artwork

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~0.4 mi
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~0.4 mi
Ricardo Levins Morales Art Studio

Art

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~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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Hi Lake Liquors

Alcohol

~170 ft
Schooner Tavern

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~0.4 mi
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~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

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2500 East Lake Street

~890 ft
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1st Cup Cafe

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~0.2 mi
Quruxley

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~0.3 mi
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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
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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
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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
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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

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Vacant

Vacant

~300 ft
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~550 ft
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~940 ftMo-Fr 8:30 - 17:30
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Vacant

~0.3 mi
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~0.4 mi
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Dry Cleaning

3101 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.4 mi
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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

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~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
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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

Community associations

Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Charity

~0.3 mi
Volunteers of America

Association

~0.5 mi

Social facilities & assisted living

First Nations Kitchen Fee Meal

Social Facility

3044 Longfellow Avenue South

~0.4 miSu 16:00-17:00
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Soup For You! Groceries Distribution

Social Facility

2730 East 31st Street

~0.4 mi
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Social Facility

2730 East 31st Street

~0.4 miMo-Fr 12:00-13:00
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Little free libraries & book exchanges

Little Free Library (book exchange)

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~0.4 mi
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~0.5 mi
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~0.6 mi
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Public Bookcase

~0.6 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
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Solcana Fitness

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3016 Minnehaha Avenue

~0.3 mi
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Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

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~270 ft
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~330 ft
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~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
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~910 ft
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~1010 ft

Fuel & charging stations

MotoMart

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~0.5 mi
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