GAN-HOO BBQ in New York, NY

4.9(424)New York, NY
True Hidden Gem 💎
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Highly rated

Highly rated at 4.9 stars with 424 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Casual dining
  • Families

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

New York, NY • 4.9★
GAN-HOO BBQ, a top-rated Chinese buffet in the heart of Manhattan, New York, offers an unparalleled dining experience. With a 4.9-star rating and over 424 glowing reviews, visitors rave about the delicious food, friendly service, and fast service. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dinner or a fun night out with friends, this Chinese restaurant has got you covered. Their all-you-can-eat buffet features a wide variety of dishes, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy. From the moment you step in, you'll be treated to a welcoming atmosphere that's perfect for a night out with family or friends. Reviews highlight the staircase meat platter, a show-stopping centerpiece that's sure to impress even the most discerning diners. Whether you're a local or just visiting New York, New York, GAN-HOO BBQ is a must-visit destination for any food lover.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
29 E 30th St, New York, NY 10016, USA, Manhattan, New York, New York
Phone
(347) 935-8888
Today
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Rating
4.9 (424 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🦀Fresh seafood

Quality crab and seafood options

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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Before you go

🍺Alcohol served

Beer, wine, and cocktails available

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

Signature Dishes

6 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

**Fast Service**×2**Delicious Food****Friendly Service**

Also mentioned

BBQ ExperienceCleanliness Of GAN-HOO BBQQuality Of The Food

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 28/100 · 2 positive signals
Full night out score28/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
3/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • 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

⚖️ 4.5 weighted · 424 reviews
4.5weighted · raw 4.9 from 424 reviews(↓ 0.36 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median424 / 661.5 median
03,307.5 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.9) with the city average (4.30) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3307.5+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

10 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 11:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Bar onsiteRestroomWi-FiFree Wi-FiCurbside PickupDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Casual

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerDessertLunchDinnerSolo dining

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Credit CardsDebit Cards

Highlights

Special features
Fast service

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
AlcoholCocktails

Reviews

424 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 424 reviews, with an average rating of 4.9 stars.
  • Review tags mention ayce, staircase, kimchi, and beef tongue.
  • Positive review text points to shrimp, fresh food, value, and seafood.
  • 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 GAN-HOO BBQ kid-friendly?

Yes, it's perfect for family dinner

What is the quality of the food at GAN-HOO BBQ?

The quality of the food is high, with beautiful marbling, super tender, and flavorful meats

Is the service at GAN-HOO BBQ good?

Yes, the service is excellent, with polite and courteous staff

How is the cleanliness of GAN-HOO BBQ?

The restaurant is clean and well-lit, with a nice ambiance

How long do you have to wait at GAN-HOO BBQ?

The wait times are not mentioned in the reviews, but the service is attentive and efficient

Is GAN-HOO BBQ suitable for special occasions?

Yes, it's a great place for special occasions, with excellent service and delicious food

Can you customize your meal at GAN-HOO BBQ?

Yes, the staff is accommodating and can help with customizing your meal

What are some recommended dishes at GAN-HOO BBQ?

The spicy cucumber, meat lovers stair combo, and wagyu fried rice are highly recommended

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How is the BBQ experience at GAN-HOO BBQ?

The BBQ experience is phenomenal, with delicious food and a fun atmosphere

Where is GAN-HOO BBQ located?

GAN-HOO BBQ is located at 29 E 30th St, New York, NY 10016, USA, Manhattan, New York, New York.

Does GAN-HOO BBQ offer delivery or takeout?

GAN-HOO BBQ offers delivery, takeout, dine-in.

🏙️Business District

Surrounded by offices and banks — ideal for a lunch break or after-work dinner.

Surrounded by offices and banks — ideal for a lunch break or after-work dinner.

Food & Dining
30
Transportation & Automotive
13
Professional Services
9
Miscellaneous Services
8
Government & Public Services
8
Financial Services
7

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Banking

HAB Bank

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Chase

Bank

~320 ft
M&T Bank

Bank

~390 ft
Capital One

Bank

~500 ft
Chase

Bank

~560 ft
TD Bank

Atm

~560 ft

Insurance

Specialized Disability Insurance Services

Insurance

2 Park Avenue

~620 ftMo-Fr 08:00-22:00
+1-646-757-9043Website

Restaurants

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Cafes & Coffee

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Cafe

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~130 ftMo-Fr 07:30-17:00; Sa-Su 08:00-17:00
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Cafe

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Starbucks

Cafe

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~520 ft
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Sahola Cofee Shop

Cafe

~570 ftMo-Th 08:00-17:00, Fr 08:00-18:00, Sa-Su 09:00-18:00
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Cafe

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Grocery & Markets

Mrs. K's

Supermarket

~220 ft
Whole Foods Market

Supermarket

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~670 ftMo-Su 07:00-22:00
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Bars & Pubs

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Pub

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Pub

~350 ft
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Bar

~450 ft
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Alcohol

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Bar

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Churchill's Pub

Pub

~610 ft
Violetta Wines

Alcohol

~610 ft
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Specialty Food

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Deli

44 East 32nd Street

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Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~310 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~610 ft
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Waste Basket

~660 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~680 ft

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~330 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~410 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~540 ft

Public facilities

Drinking water

Drinking Water

~620 ft

Primary care

Cohen Medical Practice

Doctors

161 Madison Avenue

~610 ftMo-Sa 09:00-17:00
+1-646-838-5133Website
Manhattan MRI

Doctors

116 East 31st Street

~640 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Su 09:00-15:00
+1-212-401-0097Website

Alternative medicine

YXT Health Store

Herbalist

~640 ft

Specialists

Smile Pop

Dentist

76 Madison Avenue

~680 ftMo 09:30-16:00, Tu 09:30-17:30, We 10:00-17:30, Th 09:30-16:00, Fr 10:00-16:00
+1-646-776-2091Website

Other services

Psychic

Fortune Teller

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~290 ft
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Florist

16 East 32nd Street

~530 ft
Sahola Flowers

Florist

~550 ftMo-Fr 09:00-18:00, Sa 09:00-17:00
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Bag

~590 ftTu-Th 10:00-18:00||Mo,Fr "by appointment"
+1-929-418-5611Website
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Kitchen

165 Madison Avenue

~640 ftMo-Fr 10:00-18:00; Sa 11:00-18:00
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Laboratory

~650 ft
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Window Blind

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Hair services

Paradise Hair Salon

Hairdresser

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~110 ftMo-Fr 10:00-19:00; Sa 10:00-18:00
+1-212-685-9536
Domel

Hairdresser

80 Madison Avenue

~560 ftTu-Fr 10:00-20:00; Sa 09:00-18:00
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Hairdresser

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~630 ft
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Spice

Hairdresser

~640 ft

Beauty & spa

Aate Beauty

Beauty

~560 ft
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Beauty

~680 ft

Professional services

Prosek

Company

105 Madison Avenue

~170 ftMo-Fr 08:30-17:30
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~540 ft
Similar Web

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~540 ft
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Technology & IT services

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Customerization

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Employment & recruitment

Mondo

Employment Agency

102 Madison Avenue

~330 ftMo-Fr 07:00-19:00
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Legal services

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Lawyer

79 Madison Avenue

~530 ftMo-Fr 09:00-18:00
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Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~590 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~600 ft
Picnic area

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~600 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~600 ft
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Picnic Table

~610 ft
Bench

Bench

~610 ft

Places of worship

Madison Avenue Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

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Clothing & fashion

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~460 ft
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~470 ft

Specialty stores

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~490 ft
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Besfren Beauty

Cosmetics

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~700 ftMo-Sa 10:00-23:00; Su 10:00-22:00
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Gyms & fitness centers

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~420 ftMo-Fr 05:00-21:00; Sa 08:00-16:00; Su 10:00-15:00

Sports facilities

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Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

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~160 ft
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~180 ft
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~210 ft
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~220 ft
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~220 ft
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~220 ft
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~240 ft
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~280 ft
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~280 ft
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~320 ft

Vehicle rentals

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Visitor information

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Other utilities

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~90 ft
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~200 ft
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~270 ft
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~280 ft
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