Lunasia Dim Sum House Pasadena in Pasadena, CA

4.2(1,360)Pasadena, CA
Solid choice

Rated 4.2 stars based on 1360 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

Pasadena, CA • 4.2★
Lunasia Dim Sum House Pasadena: A Chinese buffet experience in the heart of Pasadena, California. This esteemed Chinese restaurant boasts an impressive 4.2-star rating and over 1,360 glowing reviews. Visitors rave about the all-you-can-eat options, with one reviewer exclaiming, 'Every dim sum and every dish is delicious!'. Whether you're in the mood for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Lunasia Dim Sum House Pasadena offers a servesBreakfast, servesLunch, servesDinner, and servesBrunch menu that's sure to satisfy. With parking, dineIn, and takeout options available, it's easy to enjoy this culinary gem. Reviewers also appreciate the price is reasonable, making it an excellent choice for families or large groups.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
239 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA, Playhouse, Pasadena, California
Phone
(626) 793-8822
Today
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Rating
4.2 (1,360 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🍺Alcohol served

Beer, wine, and cocktails available

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Photos

10 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
TV AvailableGood For GroupsGood For KidsOpen To AllWaiter ServiceDogs 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 CardsAccepts Google Pay

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Reviews

1,360 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the food at Lunasia Dim Sum House delicious?

Many reviewers find the dim sum and dishes to be delicious, with some even stating that every dish is delicious.

Are the prices at Lunasia Dim Sum House reasonable?

Reviewers mention that the prices are reasonable and even lower than expected for some items.

Can I get a good experience at Lunasia Dim Sum House with friends?

Reviewers mention that the restaurant is a great place to go with friends and share small plates.

Do they use paper cups at Lunasia Dim Sum House?

One reviewer mentioned that they use paper cups, which they did not like.

Would you recommend Lunasia Dim Sum House?

Some reviewers highly recommend the restaurant, while others had a negative experience.

How is the service at Lunasia Dim Sum House?

One reviewer had a negative experience with the service, mentioning that the waiter dropped cups and spilled drinks.

What is the atmosphere like at Lunasia Dim Sum House?

One reviewer found the location to be more quiet than the Alhambra location, and suitable for catching up with friends.

Is the food at Lunasia Dim Sum House fresh?

One reviewer was impressed by the speed at which the food was served, suggesting that it may be freshly prepared.

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Are there a variety of dishes available at Lunasia Dim Sum House?

Reviewers mention that there is a variety of dishes available, including some that may be considered unconventional or edgy.

Is the dim sum at Lunasia Dim Sum House good?

One reviewer had a negative experience with the dim sum, finding it to have a weird texture and taste.

Are the portions at Lunasia Dim Sum House generous?

One reviewer mentioned that the portions are generous.

How is the tea at Lunasia Dim Sum House?

One reviewer mentioned that the tea is good.

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Theaters & performance venues

Parson’s Nose Theater

Theatre

95 North Marengo Avenue

~700 ft
Regal Paseo

Cinema

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~740 ft

Museums & galleries

Art venue

Art

~0.2 mi
Grace Nicholson Art Gallery

Arts Centre

~0.2 mi
USC Pacific Asia Museum

Museum

46 North Los Robles Avenue

~0.3 miMo-Tu off; We-Su 11:00-17:00

Banking

Citibank

Bank

315 East Colorado Boulevard

~440 ftMo-Th 9:00-17:00, Fr 9:00-18:00, Sa 9:00-14:00
BMO

Bank

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~580 ftMo-Th 09:00-17:00; Fr 09:00-18:00; Sa-Su off
Boston Private Bank & Trust

Bank

~700 ft
ATM

Atm

~0.2 mi
Bank of America

Bank

399 East Colorado Boulevard

~0.2 mi

Pawn & gold

Crown City Loan & Jewelry

Pawnbroker

~0.2 mi

Restaurants

O2 Sushi pasadena

Restaurant

245 East Colorado Boulevard

~50 ft
Tokyo Chick

Restaurant

231 East Colorado Boulevard

~70 ftMo-Sa 11:00-22:00; Su 11:00-21:00
Tiffany's Coffee

Restaurant

263 East Colorado Boulevard

~160 ftMo-Fr 7:00-18:30;Sa 7:00-18:00;Su 9:00-17:00
Fogo de Chão

Restaurant

234 East Colorado Boulevard

~170 ftMo-Th 11:30-21:30; Fr 11:30-22:00; Sa 11:00-22:00; Su 11:00-21:00
Panini Kabob Grill

Restaurant

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~340 ft10:00-21:00
P.F. Chang's

Restaurant

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~340 ft
CaliBurger

Fast Food

245 East Green Street

~490 ft
Rubio's

Fast Food

~500 ft
Tokyo Wako

Restaurant

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~580 ft12:00-14:30,17:00-21:00
The Yard House

Restaurant

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~600 ftMo-Th 11:00-23:30; Fr-Sa 11:00-24:00; Su 10:00-23:30
Sushi Enya

Restaurant

124 East Colorado Boulevard

~690 ft
Hawg Heaven BBQ

Restaurant

119 East Colorado Boulevard

~710 ftMo off; Tu-Su 11:30-22:00

Cafes & Coffee

Badash Bakes

Cafe

247 East Colorado Boulevard

~70 ft
Europane Bakery & Cafe

Cafe

345 East Colorado Boulevard

~570 ft07:00-14:00
Starbucks

Cafe

300 East Green Street

~670 ftMo 08:00-15:00; Tu-Th 07:30-14:00; Fr 08:00-15:30; Sa,Su 08:00-16:00
Wushiland

Cafe

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~690 ft
Starbucks

Cafe

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~700 ft05:00-21:00
Union Street French Cafe

Cafe

109 East Union Street

~860 ft
Copa Vida

Cafe

70 South Raymond Avenue

~0.2 mi
Intelligentsia Coffee

Cafe

55 East Colorado Boulevard

~0.2 miMo-Th 07:00-18:00; Fr-Su 07:00-19:00
Amara Café

Cafe

55 South Raymond Avenue

~0.2 miMo off; Tu-Fr 07:30-15:00; Sa-Su 07:30-16:00
Hello You're Welcome

Cafe

445 East Colorado Boulevard

~0.2 mi

Grocery & Markets

Daily Needs

Convenience

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~820 ftMo-Sa 11:00-20:00; Su 11:00-18:00

Bars & Pubs

Barney's Beanery

Bar

99 East Colorado Boulevard

~870 ftMo-Fr 10:00-02:00; Sa-Su 9:00-02:00
The Speakeasy

Bar

25 North Raymond Ave

~0.2 mi
Lucky Baldwins Pub

Pub

17 South Raymond Avenue

~0.2 mi09:00-01:30
The Blind Donkey

Bar

53 East Union Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 17:00-01:00; Sa-Su 13:00-01:00
The Mixx

Bar

443 East Colorado Boulevard

~0.2 mi
King's Row Gastropub

Pub

20 East Colorado Boulevard

~0.3 miMo-Th 11:30-23:00; Fr 11:30-01:00; Sa 09:30-01:00; Su 09:30-23:00

Bakeries & Desserts

Delight Pastry

Pastry

39 North Raymond Avenue

~0.2 miSu-Fr 08:00-18:00; Sa 08:00-21:00

Postal services

UPS

Post Box

~110 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~170 ft
United States Post Office

Post Office

281 East Colorado Boulevard

~270 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-14:00; Su off
United States Postal Service

Post Box

150 E Colorado Blvd

~400 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.2 mi

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~970 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.2 mi
City Of Pasadena

Waste Basket

~0.2 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.2 mi

Government offices

Pasadena Senior Center

Public Building

~1030 ft

Emergency services

LA County Sheriff's Department

Police

~0.2 mi

Other healthcare

Happy Feet Massage

Massage

257 East Colorado Boulevard

~140 ftMo-Sa 10:00-22:00;Su 11:00-21:00
GNC

Nutrition Supplements

~730 ft

Specialists

LensCrafters

Optician

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~490 ftMo-Sa 10:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00
Specstacular Fine Eyewear

Optician

13 South Raymond Avenue

~0.2 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

The Good Feet Store

Medical Supply

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~590 ftMo-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 10:00-17:00

Other services

Noor

Events Venue

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~210 ft
My Gym

Indoor Play

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~360 ft
Fountain

Fountain

~500 ft
Kristopher Kyer's Christmas Corner

Christmas

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~620 ftMo off; Tu-Su 11:00-18:00
Tomato

Interior Decoration

119 East Union Street #D

~810 ft
Fountain

Fountain

~830 ft
Paseo Colorado Arts Fountain

Fountain

~940 ft
Fountain

Fountain

~0.2 mi
Romantix

Erotic

~0.2 mi
Bandstand

Bandstand

~0.2 mi

Beauty & spa

Nail'd It London

Beauty

235 East Colorado Boulevard

~10 ft
Vinita's Beauty & Threading Studio

Beauty

253 East Colorado Boulevard

~100 ftMo-Fr 11:00-19:00; Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 11:00-17:00
Willow And Glow Skincare

Beauty

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~530 ftTu 11:00-17:00; We 13:00-19:00; Th-Fr 10:00-16:00; Sa 09:00-15:00
Happy Nails & Spa

Beauty

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~900 ftMo-Sa 10:00-21:00; Su 11:00-19:00
Cheeks + Co

Beauty

20 South Raymond Avenue

~990 ft10:00-18:00

Hair services

Collective Hair

Hairdresser

233 East Colorado Boulevard

~30 ft
LUXX LOFT Hair Salon

Hairdresser

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~440 ft
Salon Marigold

Hairdresser

~470 ft
Salon Republic

Hairdresser

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~500 ft
The Alter Ego

Hairdresser

114 East Union Street

~800 ft
Shyne Hair Studio

Hairdresser

449 East Colorado Boulevard

~0.2 mi

Body art

Prix Body Piercing

Piercing

56 East Colorado Boulevard

~0.2 miMo off; Tu-Su 12:00-20:00

Financial & accounting services

H&R Block

Tax Advisor

249 East Colorado Boulevard

~80 ft
Western Asset

Financial Advisor

~0.2 mi
Arroyo Investment Group

Financial Advisor

15 South Raymond Avenue

~0.2 mi

Real estate services

Dilbeck Real Estate

Estate Agent

~100 ft
Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

Estate Agent

459 East Colorado Boulevard

~0.3 mi

Professional services

WeWork

Coworking

177 East Colorado Boulevard

~440 ft
One Colorado Management Office

Management

~0.2 mi

Legal services

KJMLAW Partners

Lawyer

301 East Colorado Boulevard

~490 ftMo-Fr 08:30-17:00

Other recreation & entertainment

Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~420 ft
Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~420 ft
Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~430 ft
Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~450 ft
Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~460 ft
Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~550 ft

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~670 ft
Bench

Bench

~930 ft
Bench

Bench

~940 ft
Bench

Bench

~940 ft
Bench

Bench

~960 ft

Gaming & arcades

Neon Retro Arcade

Amusement Arcade

28 South Raymond Avenue

~1020 ft

Specialty stores

Prestige Jewelry

Jewelry

255 East Colorado Boulevard

~130 ftMo,Su,PH off; Tu-Sa 11:00-18:00
Antique Mall

Antiques

309 East Colorado Boulevard

~610 ft
Bath & Body Works

Cosmetics

340 East Colorado Boulevard

~690 ftMo-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 11:00-18:00
Buttercup

Baby Goods

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~780 ft
The Open Book

Books

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~840 ftMo-Sa 11:00-20:00; Su 11:00-18:00
Darbini Jewelry

Jewelry

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~970 ftMo-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 11:00-18:00

Clothing & fashion

H&M

Clothes

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~250 ft10:00-20:00
Victoria's Secret

Clothes

~540 ft
Tommy Bahama

Clothes

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~540 ftMo-Sa 10:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00
Loft

Clothes

~570 ft
Brighton Collectibles

Fashion Accessories

~580 ftMo-Sa 10:00-19:00; Su 11:00-18:00
K-Lyn

Clothes

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~640 ftMo-Sa 10:00-21:00; Su 11:00-18:00

Gyms & fitness centers

Equinox

Fitness Centre

300 East Colorado Boulevard

~440 ftMo-Th 05:00-22:00; Fr 05:00-20:00; Sa-Su 07:00-19:00

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~430 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~470 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~610 ft
Paseo Subterranean

Parking Entrance

~630 ft
Parking facility

Parking

~650 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~670 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~710 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~750 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~770 ft
Parking facility

Parking

~780 ft

Vehicle rentals

Metro

Bicycle Rental

~920 ft

Visitor information

Visit Pasadena

Information

~870 ft

Fuel & charging stations

Tesla Supercharger

Charging Station

155 East Green Street

~560 ft24/7

Other utilities

LACMTA

Vending Machine

~960 ft
LACMTA

Vending Machine

~990 ft