Ching Lai kitchen in North Babylon, NY

4.0(83)9.23 - 18.95North Babylon, NY
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Solid choice

Rated 4.0 stars based on 83 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

North Babylon, NY • Price 9.23 - 18.95 • 4.0★
Ching Lai Kitchen: A North Babylon, New York institution serving up delicious Chinese buffet options in the heart of the city. All-you-can-eat fans will love the variety of dishes offered, from savory meats to fresh vegetables. With a 4-star rating from 83 reviews, you can trust that you're in good hands. Whether you're stopping by for lunch or dinner, the servesLunch and servesDinner options make it easy to fit into your schedule. Foodies rave about the generous portions and fresh ingredients used in every dish. Every single order has been a hit, with many praising the Singapore Chow Mei Fun as a standout menu item. With delivery, takeout, and dine-in options available, it's never been easier to enjoy a Chinese buffet experience at home or on-the-go.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
62 Deer Shore Square, North Babylon, NY 11703, USA, North Babylon, North Babylon, New York
Phone
(631) 254-2244
Today
12:00 PM – 9:00 AM
Price
9.23 - 18.95
Rating
4.0 (83 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

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Before you go

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Signature Dishes

6 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Fresh Ingredients Used In Every DishGenerous Portions

Also mentioned

Food Quality LikePortions LikeService LikeWait Times Like

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 37/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score37/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
17/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • 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.

Trusted Rating

🆕 3.9 weighted · 83 reviews
3.9weighted · raw 4.0 from 83 reviews(↓ 0.09 from raw)
Newly Discovered (Low Confidence)
Review volume vs. city median83 / 746 median
03,730 (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 (4.0) with the city average (3.90) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3730+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM – 9:00 AM

Pricing

Price range 9.23 - 18.95
Price range9.23 - 18.95
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Accepts credit cardsModerate noiseGood for Lunch, DinnerPrivate lot parkingTVWi-Fi

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for kidsGood for groups

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Popular Dishes

3 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Sesame Chicken Tray$55.993 mentions
  • Cheese Wonton$8.752 mentions
  • Rib Tips$8.751 mention

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

126 items with prices
  • Hot and Sour Soup$4.75

    Spicy. Hot and spicy.

  • Quart of House Special Soup$13.50

    Shrimp, chicken, pork, and vegetables.

  • Quart of Yat Gaw Mein$8.75

    Pork, chicken or beef.

  • Spring Roll$4.75

    2 pieces.

  • Cocktail Roll$4.50

    3 pieces.

  • Shrimp Toast$5.75

    4 pieces.

  • Dim Sum$9.75

    6 pieces.

  • Fantail Shrimp$2.95

    1 piece.

  • BBQ Satay$8.95

    3 pieces. Steak or chicken.

  • Crispy Fried Wonton$7.50

    12 pieces.

  • Steamed Dumplings$9.75

    7 pieces.

  • Steamed Vegetable Dumplings$9.50

    6 pieces.

  • Fried Dumplings$9.75

    7 pieces.

  • Fried Vegetable Dumplings$8.35

    6 pieces.

  • Wonton with Sesame Sauce$7.95

    Spicy. 10 pieces. Hot and spicy.

  • Pan Fried Wonton$8.75

    12 pieces.

  • Golden Crab Meat Stick$6.25

    4 pieces.

  • Shrimp Rangoon$8.95

    8 pieces.

  • Cheese Wonton$8.75

    Crab rangoon. 8 pieces.

  • Scallion Pancakes$4.95

    2 pancakes.

  • Rib Tips$8.75

    Add pork fried rice or fries for an extra charge.

  • Chicken Wings$10.50

    4 pieces. add pork fried rice or fries for an extra charge.

  • Half Fried Chicken$10.50

    Add pork fried rice or fries for an extra charge.

  • Curry Shrimp$9.95

    Spicy. Hot and spicy.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

83 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 83 reviews, with an average rating of 4.0 stars.
  • Positive review text points to fresh food, service, and takeout.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is Ching Lai kitchen kid-friendly?

They are always kind and quick be it delivery or take out.

What is the food quality like at Ching Lai kitchen?

Every single order I have gotten from Ching Lai has been delicious, incredibly generously portioned, and fresh.

What are some popular dishes at Ching Lai kitchen?

My daughter loves their crab ragoons and pork fried rice, I enjoy their general Taos tofu, or vegetable dumplings, my boyfriend isn’t much of a Chinese food person so he always gets their wings and fries and g-ma likes the sesame chicken.

What is the service like at Ching Lai kitchen?

They are always kind and quick be it delivery or take out.

What are the wait times like at Ching Lai kitchen?

We ordered takeout and it wasn’t ready when we got there so my husband took a walk around while waiting

Is Ching Lai kitchen worth the price?

Every single order I have gotten from Ching Lai has been delicious, incredibly generously portioned, and fresh.

Is Ching Lai kitchen a good choice for takeout?

We ordered takeout and it wasn’t ready when we got there so my husband took a walk around while waiting and he saw one of the kitchen workers out back with a net catching seagulls, what’s up with that?

Is Ching Lai kitchen a good choice for delivery?

They are always kind and quick be it delivery or take out.

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What are the portions like at Ching Lai kitchen?

Every single order I have gotten from Ching Lai has been delicious, incredibly generously portioned, and fresh.

📍Neighborhood Gem

A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

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Food & Dining
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Healthcare & Medical
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Government & Public Services
1
Sports & Fitness
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8 nearby places across 5 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

8 places nearby (food, government, healthcare, religious, sports & fitness)

Bakeries & Desserts

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Ice Cream

~0.6 mi

Waste management

Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~0.6 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Walgreens

Pharmacy

1770 Deer Park Avenue

~0.6 mi

Places of worship

Antioch Seventh Day Adventist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.3 mi
Saints Cyril And Methodius Church

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
Saint Patrick's Episcopal Church

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
First Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi

Gyms & fitness centers

Jiu Jitsu Modern

Fitness Centre

~600 ft