Jin Wei in Philadelphia, PA

4.3(194)Philadelphia, PA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.3 stars based on 194 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Quick meals
  • Families
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Philadelphia, PA • 4.3★
Jin Wei: A Chinese buffet Paradise in Center City East. Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Jin Wei offers a truly authentic all-you-can-eat dining experience. With a 4.3-star rating from 194+ satisfied customers, this Chinese restaurant is a standout in the city's culinary scene. Reviewers rave about the fresh and tasty dishes, with one customer praising the use of high-quality rice. Another highlight is the convenient and efficient service, where staff members are dedicated to serving food and keeping the line moving.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
925 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA, Center City East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Phone
(215) 238-8855
Today
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Rating
4.3 (194 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

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

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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

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

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

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Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For KidsTV AvailableCurbside PickupDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualNoise: Noise level

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.

Parking

Parking availability
Parking

Parking is available for customers.

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
Comfort foodQuick biteSmall plates

Reviews

194 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the food at Jin Wei authentic?

As a Chinese immigrant, it’s incredibly nostalgic — even the soup (冬瓜紫菜) reminded me of the standard elementary school lunch back in China.

What is the price range at Jin Wei?

$7.50 to $8.50 for a meal that includes 4 dishes, a rice, and soup.

Does Jin Wei have kid-friendly options?

This food feed me and my 7 years son, its too good to be true!!

Is the service at Jin Wei friendly?

The staff is always quick and friendly, making takeout nights something to look forward to.

What is the quality of the food at Jin Wei?

The food is fresh and tasty, with high quality rice and authentic Chinese flavors.

Is Jin Wei a good option for vegetarians?

Some vegetarian options are available.

Is the staff at Jin Wei friendly?

The staff is friendly, but may not speak much English.

Is Jin Wei kid-friendly?

Yes, the portions are generous and the food is great for kids.

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Can you customize your order at Jin Wei?

No, you can choose from a set menu of 4 dishes and a soup.

Where is Jin Wei located?

Jin Wei is located at 925 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA, Center City East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Does Jin Wei offer delivery or takeout?

Jin Wei offers delivery, takeout, dine-in.

Is Jin Wei good?

Jin Wei is well-rated with 4.3 stars from 194 reviews.

Nearby Places

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Theaters & performance venues

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Theatre

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Cinema

~0.3 mi
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Banking

Abacus Federal Savings Bank

Bank

North 10th Street

~250 ft
MoreBank

Bank

~660 ft
Citizens Bank

Bank

~880 ftMo-Fr 09:00-16:00, Sa 09:00-13:00
Parke Bank

Bank

1032 Arch Street

~940 ft

Restaurants

Cily Chicken Rice and Thai Food

Restaurant

933 Race Street

~60 ftSu-Tu, Th 11:00-15:00, 16:00-21:30; Fr-Sa 11:00-15:00, 16:00-22:30
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Nine Ting

Restaurant

926-928 Race Street

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915 Race Street

~90 ftMo-Tu,Th-Su 11:00-21:30; We off
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Ocean Harmony

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~110 ft
David's Mai Lai Wah

Restaurant

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M Kee

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Ming River Side Walk House

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Chubby Cattle

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Xun Yu Si Kao

Restaurant

~330 ft

Bakeries & Desserts

Hong Kong Bakery

Bakery

917 Race Street

~80 ft
+1 215-925-1288
Saint Honore Pastries Inc.

Bakery

~90 ft
Ice Land

Ice Cream

~350 ft
Bread Top House

Bakery

1041 Race Street

~590 ft
K.C.’s Pastries, Inc.

Bakery

North 10th Street

~610 ft
+1-215-238-8808Website
Frozen Rolled Ice Cream

Ice Cream

938 Arch Street

~770 ftMo-Th 12:00-23:00; Fr 12:00-24:00; PH closed; Sa 11:00-24:00; Su 11:00-23:00
+1 267-457-5118
Bassetts Ice Cream

Ice Cream

~0.3 mi
Mueller Chocolate Co.

Chocolate

~0.3 mi

Cafes & Coffee

Chicha San Chen

Cafe

~90 ft
+1-917-330-1873Website
Chicha San Chen

Cafe

~210 ft
Matcha Panda

Cafe

~210 ft
Mr. Wish

Cafe

216 North 10th Street

~270 ftMo-Th 10:00-21:00; Fr-Su 10:00-22:00
+1-267-457-2650Website
Teassert Bar

Cafe

~310 ft
Prince Tea House

Cafe

203 North 9th Street

~310 ftSu-Th 12:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-23:00
+1-215-560-8912Website
Miucha

Cafe

~340 ft
Tea Do

Cafe

132 North 10th Street

~400 ft10:30-00:00
Mango Mango Dessert

Cafe

1013 Cherry Street

~470 ftMo-Su 12:00-23:00
+1-215-922-2233Website
A La Mousse

Cafe

145 North 11th Street

~590 ftSu-Th 12:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 12:00-00:00
+1 215-238-9100Website

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~190 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~600 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~720 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~800 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~810 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~900 ft

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~0.2 mi

Government offices

Philadelphia Parking Authority Residential Permits

Government

35 North 8th Street

~0.2 mi
+1 215-683-9730

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Neff Surgical Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~330 ft
Arch Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~670 ft

Other healthcare

Thai Beauty Spa

Massage

205 North 11th Street

~590 ft
The Tibet Steaming Palace

Massage

~840 ft
Lollipop Massage Spa

Massage

1123 Race Street

~900 ft
237 Spa

Massage

~0.2 mi

Alternative medicine

Long Life Chinese Herbs Inc.

Herbalist

~750 ft

Specialists

Cohen's Fashion Optical

Optician

1030 Arch Street

~930 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:30; Sa-Su 09:00-16:00
+1 215-238-1444Website

Other services

Vacant

Vacant

135 North 9th Street

~440 ft
Asia Crafts Inc.

Craft

~510 ft
Ex Machina Parlor

Hackerspace

319 North 11th Street

~0.2 mi
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PA General Store

General

~0.2 mi
Market Blooms

Florist

~0.3 mi
The Philadelphia Inquirer

Newspaper

~0.3 mi

Hair services

Ben Hair Salon

Hairdresser

~580 ft
Room 209

Hairdresser

~590 ft
Fashion Hair Mall

Hairdresser

~800 ft

Body art

Philadelphia Eddie’s Tattooing

Tattoo

Arch Street

~770 ft

Sports & recreation

Round1

Bowling Alley

~0.2 mi

Electronics & technology

Fay Fay Music

Music

~660 ft

Specialty stores

K&A Gift Shop

Gift

~670 ft

Sports & outdoor

Bike Line

Bicycle

~890 ft

Clothing & fashion

DSW

Shoes

~0.2 mi
H&M

Clothes

~0.3 mi
Columbia Factory Store

Clothes

~0.3 mi
claire's

Fashion Accessories

907 Market Street

~0.3 mi
+1-445-234-4310Website

General retail

Burlington

Department Store

~0.2 mi
Reading Terminal Farmers Market: 12th and Arch Streets

Marketplace

~0.2 miSu 09:00-17:00; Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Website
Little Thai Market

Marketplace

~0.2 mi
Fair Food Farmstand

Marketplace

~0.3 miMo-Sa 08:00-18:00; Su 09:00-17:00
Burlington

Department Store

833 Market Street

~0.3 miMo-Su 09:00-21:00
+1 215-627-6933Website

Gyms & fitness centers

L&M Studio

Fitness Centre

1035 Race Street

~530 ft
+1 215-900-5592

Sports facilities

Movement

Sports Centre

1010 Callowhill Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 07:00-22:00, Sa-Su 08:00-22:00
Website

Vehicle rentals

9th & Race

Bicycle Rental

156 North 9th Street

~300 ft24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
1013 Arch

Car Sharing

~750 ft
11th & Vine

Car Sharing

~770 ft
9th & Arch

Bicycle Rental

875 Arch Street

~770 ft24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
11th & Wood

Bicycle Rental

1035 Wood Street

~0.2 mi24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
7th & Race, Franklin Square

Bicycle Rental

208 North 7th Street

~0.2 mi24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
11th & Filbert St.

Car Sharing

~0.2 mi

Parking facilities

Parking entrance

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~520 ft
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~620 ft
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~950 ft
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~960 ft
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~970 ft
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~980 ft
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~1010 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.2 mi
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.2 mi
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Parking Entrance

~0.2 mi

Attractions

Reading Terminal

Attraction

~0.2 mi

Fuel & charging stations

Shell

Fuel

~0.2 mi