New Kam Lai in New York, NY

Name: New Kam Lai
Address: 708 Amsterdam Ave, New York, US
Telephone: (212) 749-8990
Rating: 4

4.0(100)New York, NY

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New Kam Lai

4.0

(100 reviews)· ID: aed2f9a6-6b71-437f-a9d6-6357923dd66d

New Kam Lai, a Chinese buffet sensation in Manhattan, serves up an unforgettable dining experience.

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New York

Quick verdict

Family-friendly seating
Good value for price
Wheelchair accessible
Can get crowded during peak hours

708 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025, USA, Manhattan, New York, New York

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Solid choice

Rated 4.0 stars based on 100 reviews.

Family-friendly
Budget-friendly
Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

Large groups
Budget dining
Quick meals
Families

Not ideal for

Fine dining seekers

At a glance

New York, NY • 4.0★

New Kam Lai, a Chinese buffet sensation in Manhattan, serves up an unforgettable dining experience. With a 4-star rating and over 100 reviews, this New York, New York staple is a top choice for locals and visitors alike. From the all-you-can-eat spread to the exceptional service, every aspect of this restaurant is designed to delight. Whether you're in the mood for comfort food or a quick bite, New Kam Lai has something for everyone. Try the Party Treat, a crowd-pleaser that's sure to satisfy even the largest appetites. With wheelchair-accessible seating and a casual atmosphere, this restaurant is perfect for families, groups, and anyone looking for a delicious meal.

This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.

Address

708 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025, USA, Manhattan, New York, New York

Phone

(212) 749-8990

Today

Closed

Rating

4.0 (100 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

🍰Great desserts

Wide selection of sweets

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Before you go

♿Wheelchair accessible

Accessible entrance and facilities

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Photos

10 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Closed

Regular Hours

7 days

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

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Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features

Dogs AllowedCurbside Pickup

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting

Casual

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices

LunchDinnerLunchDinnerSolo diningServes Breakfast

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery

TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types

Credit CardsDebit Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings

Comfort foodQuick biteSmall platesVegetarian options

Reviews

100 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the price range at New Kam Lai?

You can get an entree and rice for under $20, that’s equally delicious and filling.

What is the food quality like at New Kam Lai?

Food is always good and the delivery is fast!

What dishes are popular at New Kam Lai?

Beef with garlic sauce 9.5/10 and Curry chicken. 9.5/10

How is the service at New Kam Lai?

Friendly and super fast. Especially one of the young ladies who is probably part of management/ownership.

Is New Kam Lai kid-friendly?

None, but it is a takeout restaurant.

How is the cleanliness at New Kam Lai?

The customer service is friendly and super fast. Especially one of the young ladies who is probably part of management/ownership.

Can I customize my order at New Kam Lai?

They will do it just right every time!

Is New Kam Lai a good option for large groups?

I totally recommend it if you are having a party or just have many people to feed.

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What are some popular items at New Kam Lai?

Singapore mei fun and eggplant and prawns sauteed in garlic sauce as well as their broccoli and shrimp sauteed with ginger garlic sauce.

What are some negative experiences at New Kam Lai?

Raw chicken, burnt food, and unsanitary conditions.

Is New Kam Lai a good value?

Unbeatable value and very reasonable.

What are some concerns about New Kam Lai?

Unsanitary conditions and raw chicken.

Where is New Kam Lai located?

New Kam Lai is located at 708 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025, USA, Manhattan, New York, New York.

Does New Kam Lai offer delivery or takeout?

New Kam Lai offers delivery, takeout, dine-in.

Is New Kam Lai good?

New Kam Lai is well-rated with 4.0 stars from 100 reviews.

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Museums & galleries

ChaShaMa

Gallery

697 Amsterdam Avenue

~200 ftTu-Th 12:00-18:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-19:00; Su 12:00-17:00; Mo off

Website

Symphony Space

Arts Centre

2537 Broadway

~490 ft

Broadway Mall Gallery

Gallery

~680 ft

Theaters & performance venues

Leonard Nimoy Thalia

Theatre

2537 Broadway

~560 ft

Banking

Citizens Bank

Bank

721 Amsterdam Avenue

~250 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-13:00; Su off

Chase

Atm

~410 ft

Chase

Bank

2540 Broadway

~410 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-14:00; Su closed

+1 212-666-6110 Website

TD Bank

Bank

~480 ftMo-Th 07:30-20:00; Fr 07:30-24:00; Sa 07:30-18:00; Su 11:00-16:00

+1 917 493 5682 Website

Citibank

Bank

2553 Broadway

~610 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 10:00-14:00; Su off

+1-646-259-3292

Bank of America

Bank

2574 Broadway

~750 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-14:00

+1-212-222-2460 Website

Pawn & gold

Lincoln Square Pawnbrokers

Pawnbroker

Restaurant

728 Amsterdam Avenue

~310 ftMo-Su 11:00-02:00

+1-646-861-1605 Website

Bars & Pubs

The Throwback

Bar

710 Amsterdam Avenue

~40 ftMo-Su 11:00-24:00

Website

Roma Wine & Liquors

Alcohol

726 Amsterdam Avenue

~280 ftMo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-23:00; Su 12:00-21:00

Dive Bar

Bar

732 Amsterdam Avenue

~360 ft

Website

Bar Thalia

Bar

2537 Broadway

~550 ft

+1-646-597-7340 Website

Grocery & Markets

WS Deli

Convenience

700 Amsterdam Avenue

~130 ft

+1-646-476-4030

Key Food

Supermarket

733 Amsterdam Avenue

~360 ft24/7

+1 212-665-9900 Website

Lucky Corner Lotto

Convenience

200 West 96th Street

~400 ft

+1-212-662-3392

King Boy Deli

Convenience

214 West 96th Street

~450 ft

4 Corners Marketplace

Convenience

2501 Broadway

~560 ft

Six 60 One

Supermarket

661 Amsterdam Avenue

~580 ft

Website

Broadway Convenience

Convenience

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~330 ft

DHL

Post Office

204 West 96th Street

~410 ftMo-Fr 10:00-19:00; Sa 10:00-18:00

+1-646-398-9355 Website

FedEx Ship Center

Post Office

2546 Broadway

~440 ftMo-Fr 09:00-19:00; Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 12:00-18:00

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~460 ft

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~520 ft

Mailbox

Post Box

~600 ft

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~470 ft

Waste bin

743 Amsterdam Avenue

~550 ftMo-Fr 08:00-21:00; Sa, Su 09:00-18:00 open "Pharmacy" || 07:00-24:00 open "Store"

+1 212-280-0582 Website

Hospitals & clinics

Amsterdam Family Health Center

Clinic

690 Amsterdam Avenue

~230 ft

+1-212-865-4104 Website

Health East Medical Alliance

Clinic

209 West 96th Street

~550 ft

+1-212-864-2222 Website

Other healthcare

Taiji Body Work

Massage

204 West 96th Street

~400 ft

+1-646-818-9326

Renewing Spa II

Massage

677 Amsterdam Avenue

~420 ftMo-Su 10:30-22:00

+1-646-682-9444 Website

Primary care

Schweiget

Doctors

137 West 96th Street

~630 ftTu 07:00-17:30; Th 07:00-18:30; Fr 08:00-14:00; Mo 08:00-18:30; We 08:00-19:30; Sa 08:00-14:00; Su off

+1-646-606-4962

Other services

Little Shop of Crafts

Events Venue

711 Amsterdam Avenue

~140 ft

+1-212-531-2723 Website

My Little Magic Shop

Esoteric

697 Amsterdam Avenue

~220 ftMo-Th 12:00-18:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-19:00; Su 12:00-17:00

https://mylittlemagicshop.com/pages/visit-us

Xtra Kleen

Dry Cleaning

~270 ft

Amsterdam Finest

Hookah

687 Amsterdam Avenue

~270 ft

+1-646-669-9200

Pro Image Photo

Photo

2510 Broadway

~360 ftMo-Fr 10:00-19:00; Sa-Su 10:00-18:00

+1-212-222-6001 Website

Vacant

2498 Broadway

~500 ft

Goldenlight Visions

Frame

2543 Broadway

~530 ft

+1-212-393-4300 Website

Symphony Cleaners

Laundry

251 West 95th Street

~570 ft

+1-212-663-5868

Vacant

2495 Broadway

~610 ft

Metro Frame Art

Frame

211 West 92nd Street

~620 ftMo-Sa 10:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00

+1-212-595-1615 Website

Hair services

Lucy's Hair Studio

Hairdresser

711 Amsterdam Avenue

~140 ft

+1-212-721-2175

The Color Room

Hairdresser

200 West 96th Street

~400 ft

+1-212-222-3100 Website

Broadway Unisex Barbershop

Hairdresser

~420 ft

Elite Unisex Hair Salon

Hairdresser

662 B Amsterdam Avenue

~520 ftMo-Sa 09:30-18:30; Su 10:00-17:00

+1-212-877-1459

Theater Hair Salon

212 West 96th Street

~440 ft

+1-212-866-1500 Website

Parks & amenities

Bench

~400 ft

Bench

~410 ft

Bench

~420 ft

Bench

~460 ft

Places of worship

Chabad of Upper West Side

Place Of Worship

~710 ft

General retail

Amsterdam Deal Depot

Variety Store

714 Amsterdam Avenue

~70 ft

99¢ Plus

Variety Store

656 Amsterdam Avenue

~570 ft

Specialty stores

Albee Baby

Baby Goods

715 Amsterdam Avenue

~150 ftMo,We-Sa 10:30-17:30; Su 10:30-17:30; Tu off

Diamond Rush

Jewelry

200 West 96th Street

~400 ft

+1-212-548-6508 Website

2nd STREET

Second Hand

2519 Broadway

~490 ft

Amsterdam Finest

Tobacco

662 Amsterdam Avenue

~530 ft

bluemercury

Cosmetics

2477 Broadway

~740 ftMo-We 10:00-18:00; Th-Sa 10:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00

+1-212-362-1333 Website

Clothing & fashion

Shishi Boutique

Clothes

2488 Broadway

~590 ftMo-Fr 12:00-19:00; Sa 12:00-18:00; Su 12:00-17:00

+1-646-692-4510 Website

Bicycle Parking

~340 ft

Vehicle rentals

Citi Bike - W 95 St & Broadway

Bicycle Rental

Information

~730 ft

New Kam Lai in New York, NY

New Kam Lai

Quick verdict

Quick facts

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

Not ideal for

At a glance

What stands out

Before you go

Photos

Hours & Location

Regular Hours

Popular Times

Amenities & Services

Accessibility

Amenities

Atmosphere

Dining Options

Service Options

Payment Methods

Food & Drink

Reviews

Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price range at New Kam Lai?

What is the food quality like at New Kam Lai?

What dishes are popular at New Kam Lai?

How is the service at New Kam Lai?

Is New Kam Lai kid-friendly?

How is the cleanliness at New Kam Lai?

Can I customize my order at New Kam Lai?

Is New Kam Lai a good option for large groups?

What are some popular items at New Kam Lai?

What are some negative experiences at New Kam Lai?

Is New Kam Lai a good value?

What are some concerns about New Kam Lai?

Where is New Kam Lai located?

Does New Kam Lai offer delivery or takeout?

Is New Kam Lai good?

Nearby Places

Arts & Culture4 places

Museums & galleries

ChaShaMa

Symphony Space

Broadway Mall Gallery

Theaters & performance venues

Leonard Nimoy Thalia

Financial Services7 places

Banking

Citizens Bank

Chase

Chase

TD Bank

Citibank

Bank of America

Pawn & gold

Lincoln Square Pawnbrokers

Food & Dining30 places

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Plum

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Dunkin'

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Bars & Pubs

The Throwback

Roma Wine & Liquors

Dive Bar

Bar Thalia

Grocery & Markets

WS Deli

Key Food