Lee How Fook in Philadelphia, PA

4.3(305)Philadelphia, PA
Solid choice

Rated 4.3 stars based on 305 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

Philadelphia, PA • 4.3★
In the heart of Center City East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Lee How Fook is a renowned Chinese restaurant offering an exceptional Chinese buffet experience. With a 4.3-star rating and over 305 reviews, this gem is a top choice for foodies seeking a delightful meal. The restaurant boasts a cozy atmosphere, perfect for a casual yet satisfying dining experience. Whether you prefer to dine-in, take out, or enjoy delivery, Lee How Fook has got you covered. The staff is attentive, and the service options cater to various needs, including wheelchair accessible seating. Reviewers rave about the hot and sour soup, steam dumplings, and main dishes like pork in garlic sauce, which are served in large portions and are utterly delicious. With its wide range of amenities and all-you-can-eat options, Lee How Fook is the perfect destination for anyone craving authentic Chinese cuisine in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
219 N 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA, Center City East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Phone
(215) 925-7266
Today
11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Rating
4.3 (305 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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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

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

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

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Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
RestroomCurbside PickupDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualCozy

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerDessertSeatingTable serviceLunch

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Credit CardsDebit CardsN F C mobile payments

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
Comfort foodHealthy optionsQuick biteSmall platesVegetarian options

Planning

Reservations and groups
Dinner reservations recommendedAccepts reservations

Reviews

305 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the service at Lee How Fook good?

The service was amazing and the staff was excellent.

Are the dishes at Lee How Fook authentic?

Authentic and a hidden gem in the heart of china town.

Is Lee How Fook kid-friendly?

This spot nails the cozy, welcoming feel—perfect for enjoying authentic Chinese dishes.

Can you get good takeout at Lee How Fook?

Awesome restaurant; I recommend the hot and sour soup and pan-fried style noodles

Is Lee How Fook a good restaurant for brunch?

Had a wearwolf brunch here today.

Does Lee How Fook have good vegetarian options?

Plenty of vegetarian options too!

Is the wait staff at Lee How Fook rude?

The workers were incredibly rude and cruel to a homeless person who came in.

What is the rating of Lee How Fook?

Lee How Fook has a 4.3-star rating based on 305 customer reviews.

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Where is Lee How Fook located?

Lee How Fook is located at 219 N 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA, Center City East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Museums & galleries

Artwork

Artwork

~0.2 mi

Banking

Abacus Federal Savings Bank

Bank

North 10th Street

~620 ft
Citizens Bank

Bank

~890 ftMo-Fr 09:00-16:00, Sa 09:00-13:00
Parke Bank

Bank

1032 Arch Street

~990 ft
MoreBank

Bank

~0.2 mi

Restaurants

Lee How Fook

Restaurant

~0 ft
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Yakitori Boy

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Bai Wei

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~300 ftMo-Th,Su 11:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:30-22:30
Joy Tsin Lau

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Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodle House

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~340 ftMo-Th,Su 11:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-22:30
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David's Mai Lai Wah

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M Kee

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~470 ft
Ho Sai Gai Restaurant

Restaurant

~480 ft
Ocean Harmony

Restaurant

~520 ft

Cafes & Coffee

Drip Vietnamese Cafe

Cafe

225 North 11th Street

~50 ftMo-Th 09:00-17:00; Fr-Su 09:00-19:00
A La Mousse

Cafe

145 North 11th Street

~320 ftSu-Th 12:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 12:00-00:00
Miucha

Cafe

~380 ft
Mr. Wish

Cafe

216 North 10th Street

~390 ftMo-Th 10:00-21:00; Fr-Su 10:00-22:00
Chicha San Chen

Cafe

~440 ft
Teassert Bar

Cafe

~470 ft
Chicha San Chen

Cafe

~610 ft
Mango Mango Dessert

Cafe

1013 Cherry Street

~610 ftMo-Su 12:00-23:00
Tea Do

Cafe

132 North 10th Street

~670 ft10:30-00:00
Elixr Coffee Roasters

Cafe

315 North 12th Street

~800 ftMo-Fr 07:00-16:00; Sa-Su 08:00-16:00
Matcha Panda

Cafe

~830 ft
Prince Tea House

Cafe

203 North 9th Street

~920 ftSu-Th 12:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-23:00

Bakeries & Desserts

Bread Top House

Bakery

1041 Race Street

~230 ft
Ice Land

Ice Cream

~380 ft
Saint Honore Pastries Inc.

Bakery

~550 ft
Hong Kong Bakery

Bakery

917 Race Street

~700 ft
K.C.’s Pastries, Inc.

Bakery

North 10th Street

~930 ft
Frozen Rolled Ice Cream

Ice Cream

938 Arch Street

~0.2 miMo-Th 12:00-23:00; Fr 12:00-24:00; PH closed; Sa 11:00-24:00; Su 11:00-23:00

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~170 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~220 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~460 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~520 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~900 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~980 ft

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~1030 ft

Other healthcare

Thai Beauty Spa

Massage

205 North 11th Street

~180 ft
Lollipop Massage Spa

Massage

1123 Race Street

~380 ft
237 Spa

Massage

~450 ft
The Tibet Steaming Palace

Massage

~1010 ft

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Neff Surgical Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~830 ft
Arch Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~990 ft

Alternative medicine

Long Life Chinese Herbs Inc.

Herbalist

~920 ft

Specialists

Cohen's Fashion Optical

Optician

1030 Arch Street

~990 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:30; Sa-Su 09:00-16:00

Other services

Asia Crafts Inc.

Craft

~770 ft
Ex Machina Parlor

Hackerspace

319 North 11th Street

~790 ft
Rittenhouse Communications Group

Yes

211 North 13th Street

~860 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
Fantasy Printing

Printing

~970 ft
PA General Store

General

~1030 ft
Vacant

Vacant

135 North 9th Street

~1040 ft
RichArt Graphics

Printing

~0.2 mi
Market Blooms

Florist

~0.2 mi

Hair services

Room 209

Hairdresser

~140 ft
Fashion Hair Mall

Hairdresser

~880 ft
Ben Hair Salon

Hairdresser

~900 ft

Body art

Philadelphia Eddie’s Tattooing

Tattoo

Arch Street

~0.2 mi

Legal services

Law Offices Of Eugene P Tinari

Lawyer

1313 Race Street 2nd Floor

~0.2 mi

Places of worship

Church of Scientology of Philadelphia

Place Of Worship

1315 Race Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 09:00-22:00; Sa-Su 09:00-18:00

Sports & outdoor

Bike Line

Bicycle

~1000 ft

Electronics & technology

Fay Fay Music

Music

~0.2 mi

General retail

Reading Terminal Farmers Market: 12th and Arch Streets

Marketplace

~0.2 miSu 09:00-17:00; Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Fair Food Farmstand

Marketplace

~0.2 miMo-Sa 08:00-18:00; Su 09:00-17:00
Little Thai Market

Marketplace

~0.2 mi

Specialty stores

K&A Gift Shop

Gift

~0.2 mi

Gyms & fitness centers

L&M Studio

Fitness Centre

1035 Race Street

~240 ft

Sports facilities

Movement

Sports Centre

1010 Callowhill Street

~1010 ftMo-Fr 07:00-22:00, Sa-Su 08:00-22:00

Vehicle rentals

11th & Vine

Car Sharing

~160 ft
11th & Wood

Bicycle Rental

1035 Wood Street

~710 ft24/7
1013 Arch

Car Sharing

~910 ft
9th & Race

Bicycle Rental

156 North 9th Street

~920 ft24/7
12th & Callowhill

Bicycle Rental

403 North 12th Street

~0.2 mi24/7
11th & Filbert St.

Car Sharing

~0.2 mi
9th & Arch

Bicycle Rental

875 Arch Street

~0.2 mi24/7
Pennsylvania Convention Center

Bicycle Rental

1321 Arch Street

~0.3 mi24/7

Parking facilities

Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~300 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~370 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~980 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~1010 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.2 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.3 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.3 mi

Attractions

Reading Terminal

Attraction

~0.2 mi

Visitor information

Becky Stoloff Welcome Center

Information

~0.3 mi

Fuel & charging stations

Shell

Fuel

~620 ft