Great Wall Express in North Charleston, SC

3.8(195)9.29 - 19.99North Charleston, SC
American-ChineseStir-fries+ Filipino
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3.8-star rating from 195 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

North Charleston, SC • Price 9.29 - 19.99 • 3.8★
Great Wall Express in North Charleston, South Carolina, a renowned Chinese buffet destination, offers an unparalleled dining experience. This esteemed restaurant has earned a stellar 3.8-star rating from 195 satisfied patrons, who rave about the delectable all-you-can-eat options and exceptional service. At Great Wall Express, you can indulge in a wide variety of mouth-watering dishes, including the mouth-singing Philly Cheesesteak egg rolls that have captured the hearts of many. With its convenient dine-in and takeout options, this restaurant is perfect for families, foodies, and anyone seeking a delightful Chinese buffet experience in the heart of North Charleston. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, Great Wall Express is the perfect destination for a memorable dining experience.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
2000 McMillan Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405, USA, North Charleston, North Charleston, South Carolina
Phone
(843) 554-8822
Today
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Price
9.29 - 19.99
Rating
3.8 (195 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

Signature Dishes

6 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Delectable **All-You-Can-Eat** OptionsExceptional Service

Also mentioned

Food QualityOverall Experience LikePortion SizesQuality Of The Customer Service

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 25/100 · 1 positive signal
Quick bite score25/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
10/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
0/10

What works

  • Under $16 per person

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 3.6 weighted · 195 reviews
3.6weighted · raw 3.8 from 195 reviews(↓ 0.17 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median195 / 241 median
01,205 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (3.8) with the city average (3.49) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1205+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday
Closed

Pricing

Price range 9.29 - 19.99
Price range9.29 - 19.99
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Curbside PickupGood For KidsTV AvailableDogs Allowed

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.

Parking

Parking availability
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Reviews

195 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

How is the food quality at Great Wall Express?

Reviews are mixed, with some customers enjoying their meals and others finding the food lacking in flavor or old and nasty.

What is the overall experience like at Great Wall Express?

Customers have had varied experiences, ranging from enjoying the food and service to being disappointed with the quality of the dishes.

What is the quality of the customer service at Great Wall Express?

Customers have reported receiving nice treatment and good customer service from the staff.

Are the portion sizes at Great Wall Express generous?

Yes, customers have mentioned that the portion sizes are nice and good.

Would you recommend Great Wall Express for Chinese food?

Opinions are mixed, with some customers enjoying their experience and others being disappointed.

Can you get good value for your money at Great Wall Express?

Some customers have expressed that the food is not worth the money due to lack of flavor or quality.

How would you describe the taste of the food at Great Wall Express?

Some customers have found the food to be barely seasoned or having a strange aftertaste.

How would you describe the cleanliness of the restaurant?

The restaurant has been described as clean by at least one customer.

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What are some popular dishes at Great Wall Express?

The Philly Cheesesteak egg rolls are a favorite among customers.

How does the price of Great Wall Express compare to other takeout spots?

The price is reportedly the same as pretty much any takeout spot.

Are there any dishes that stand out for their flavor at Great Wall Express?

The crab ragoon has been mentioned as being 'on point' by one customer.

Can you expect fresh food at Great Wall Express?

At least one customer has reported that the food was old.

🏘️Suburban Center

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

Recreation & Entertainment
8
Miscellaneous Services
7
Food & Dining
6
Religious & Spiritual
5
Financial Services
4
Personal Care & Beauty
4

44 nearby places across 10 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

44 places nearby (finance, food, government, services, personal care)

Money services

ACE Cash Express

Money Lender

~250 ft

Banking

ATM

Atm

~550 ft
ATM

Atm

~670 ft

Financial planning & investment

Check Masters

Financial

~0.3 mi

Restaurants

Great Wall

Fast Food

~20 ft
The Hut

Restaurant

~40 ft
Subway

Fast Food

~130 ft
Mini Sue Sue's Kitchen

Restaurant

~0.5 mi

Grocery & Markets

Loop Mart

Convenience

3700 Rivers Avenue

~800 ft

Bars & Pubs

Burgundy Lounge

Bar

~0.6 mi

Emergency services

North Charleston Sheriffs Office

Police

~0.2 mi
North Charleston Police Department South

Police

~0.3 mi

Postal services

Pinehaven Post Office

Post Office

~0.4 mi

Other services

Lewis Marine Supply

Yes

3601 Rivers Avenue

~0.4 mi
Born2CareLLC

Yes

3601 Meeting Street Road

~0.4 mi
Therapist

Therapist

3601 Meeting Street Road

~0.4 mi
Cheif's Towing & Recovery LLC

Yes

3601 Meeting Street Road

~0.4 mi
Visions

Rental

~0.5 mi
What-Cha Like Gospel

Yes

~0.5 mi
International Diving Institute

Dive Centre

2340 Avenue F

~0.6 miMo-Fr 07:00-17:00
+1-843-740-1124Website

Hair services

Professional Hair Styling Beauty Salon

Hairdresser

~100 ft
OG Cutz

Hairdresser

~0.5 mi

Beauty & spa

Unique Beauty Supply

Beauty

~190 ft

Other personal care & beauty

Beauty masters

Hairdresser Supply

~0.3 mi

Maintenance services

Locksmith Express

Locksmith

~20 ft

Financial & accounting services

Pinnacle One Tax Services

Tax Advisor

~0.4 mi

Sports & recreation

Playground

Playground

~200 ft
Playground

Playground

~980 ft
Playground

Playground

~0.3 mi
Playground

Playground

~0.3 mi
Playground

Playground

~0.4 mi
Playground

Playground

~0.5 mi

Other recreation & entertainment

Tillman Park

Park

~240 ft
Four Poles Park Disc Golf Course

Disc Golf Course

~0.5 mi

Places of worship

Cherokee Place United Methodist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.4 mi
Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
Advent Lutheran Church

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
Charleston Heights Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi
Jerusalem Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi

Specialty stores

540 Smoke & Vape

Tobacco

~280 ft

Clothing & fashion

Carter's

Clothes

~0.5 mi

Sports & outdoor

Second Change Bikes

Bicycle

3310 Rivers Avenue

~0.5 miTh,Fr 12:00-18:00; Sa 10:00-16:00; Su 13:00-17:00; Mo-We off
+18436088383Website

Vehicle services

Car wash

Car Wash

~720 ft

Public transportation

North Charleston SuperStop

Bus Station

~0.3 mi