Ming River Chinese Restaurant in Philadelphia, PA

3.8(74)Philadelphia, PA
Mixed feedback

3.8-star rating from 74 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Quick service
  • Many diner reviews

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Quick meals
  • Families
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Philadelphia, PA • 3.8★
Experience the best of Chinese cuisine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Ming River Chinese Restaurant. This Chinese buffet in North Philadelphia East offers an all-you-can-eat spread that's sure to satisfy your cravings. With a casual atmosphere and quick bite options, it's the perfect spot for a late-night food fix or a quick meal on-the-go. Reviewers rave about the fresh taste of their dishes, with favorites like general tso and shrimp lo mein. With top-notch service and clean restaurant, Ming River is a standout in the area. Whether you're hungry for a combination platter or a side of fried plantains, their offerings cater to all tastes. Try Ming River for a dining experience that's both delicious and convenient.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
108 W Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19122, USA, North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Phone
(215) 739-4008
Today
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Rating
3.8 (74 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

🦀Fresh seafood

Quality crab and seafood options

🧹Clean, comfortable

Well-maintained dining area

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Before you go

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

💳Credit cards accepted

Major credit cards welcome

Photos

8 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Tuesday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Wednesday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Thursday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Friday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday
4:00 – 11:00 PM
Sunday
4:00 – 11:00 PM

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Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Curbside PickupDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Casual

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerDessertLunchDinnerServes Breakfast

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Credit Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
Comfort foodLate-night foodQuick biteSmall plates

Reviews

74 reviews

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Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is Ming River Chinese Restaurant kid-friendly?

Plentiful room to move around.

Is the wait time long at Ming River Chinese Restaurant?

No noises hassles or issues all went well hot fast good food.

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Museums & galleries

Artwork

Artwork

~80 ft

Banking

Philadelphia Federal Credit Union

Bank

~0.3 miMo-Fr 08:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-14:00

Bakeries & Desserts

Five Sisters Ice Cream and Sweets

Ice Cream

~0.2 mi
Little Baby's Ice Cream

Ice Cream

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Grocery & Markets

Liberty Choice

Convenience

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James Produce

Convenience

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Fine Fare

Supermarket

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Cousin's

Supermarket

North 6th Street

~0.6 mi

Cafes & Coffee

Cake & Joe

Coffee

~0.3 miMo-Su 08:00-21:00

Bars & Pubs

The Lost Bar

Bar

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Nut Hut Saloon

Bar

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Stateside Urbancraft Vodka Tasting Room

Bar

1700 North Hancock Street

~0.5 miTu-Th 17:00-22:00, Fr 17:00-24:00, Sa 12:00-24:00
Meetinghouse

Bar

2331 East Cumberland Street

~0.6 mi

Restaurants

Sor Ynez

Restaurant

1800 North American Street

~0.5 miTu-Sa 12:00-15:00,16:00-21:00; Su-Mo off
LMNO

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Cedar Point Bar & Kitchen

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Kalaya

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Loco Pez

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~0.5 mi
Percy

Restaurant

1700 North Front Street

~0.5 miMo-We,Su 09:00-15:00; Th-Fr 09:00-15:00,17:00-21:00
Wendy's

Fast Food

2615 North American Street

~0.5 mi06:00-23:00
El Principe

Restaurant

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Mis Viejos

Restaurant

151 West Lehigh Avenue

~0.6 mi
Pasha's Halal Food

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~0.6 mi
El Rincon Latino

Restaurant

~0.6 mi
McDonald's

Fast Food

Lehigh Avenue

~0.6 mi24/7

Waste management

The Compost Coop

Compost

1825 Frankford Avenue

~0.4 mi

Postal services

United States Post Office

Post Office

1602 Frankford Avenue

~0.6 miMo-Fr 08:30-17:00; Sa 09:00-12:00

Hospitals & clinics

Kensington Hospital

Hospital

136 Diamond Street

~700 ft

Primary care

Dr. Ali Albert Anaim

Doctors

137-139 East Lehigh Avenue

~0.6 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

East Lehigh Health Pharmacy

Pharmacy

163 East Lehigh Avenue

~0.6 mi
Rite Aid

Chemist

~0.6 miMo-Fr 07:00-22:00; Sa-Su 09:00-21:00

Other services

Hive76

Hackerspace

1821 East Hagert Street

~0.3 mi
Pizza Brain

Vacant

2313 Frankford Avenue

~0.3 mi
NextFab

Hackerspace

1800 North American Street

~0.5 miSa-Th 10:00-20:00; Fr off

Body art

Skin Deep Tattoo and Piercing

Tattoo

~0.2 mi

Hair services

Alchemy Hair Lab

Hairdresser

~0.6 miWe-Fr 10:00-20:00; Sa 10:00-17:00

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Sports & recreation

Playground

Playground

~0.6 mi

Places of worship

Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal

Place Of Worship

~0.3 mi
Iglesia Pentecoastal

Place Of Worship

~0.4 mi
Beacon Presbyterian Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi

Funeral services

O'Neill-Boyle Funeral Home

Funeral Directors

309 East Lehigh Avenue

~0.6 mi

General retail

Norris Square Park Farmers Market

Marketplace

~830 ftJun-Oct Sa 10:00-14:00
Family Dollar

Variety Store

~0.3 mi
Palmer Park Farmers Market

Marketplace

~0.4 miJun-Nov: Th 14:00-18:00

Electronics & technology

Bubs

Games

102 West Berks Street

~0.3 miMo-Fr 14:00-22:00

Sports & outdoor

Keystone Bicycle Co.

Bicycle

1800 North American Street

~0.4 miSu-Mo off; Tu-Fr 11:00-18:00; Sa 11:00-16:00

Specialty stores

The Resource Exchange

Second Hand

1800 North American Street

~0.5 miWe-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 12:00-16:00

Martial arts studios

Burning Spirits Muay Thai

Dojo

~1020 ft

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Vehicle rentals

2nd & Norris

Bicycle Rental

2007 North 2nd Street

~0.3 mi24/7
Berks Station, MFL

Bicycle Rental

1902 North Front Street

~0.3 mi24/7
York & Trenton

Bicycle Rental

2145 East York Street

~0.3 mi24/7
Frankford & Norris

Car Sharing

~0.3 mi
American & Berks

Bicycle Rental

1800 North American Street

~0.5 mi24/7
Cedar & Norris

Bicycle Rental

1847 Cedar Street

~0.5 mi24/7
York & Gaul

Bicycle Rental

2424 East York Street

~0.6 mi24/7
Memphis & Palmer

Car Sharing

~0.6 mi
6th & Berks

Bicycle Rental

527 West Berks Street

~0.6 mi24/7

Vehicle services

Tire shop

Tyres

~0.6 mi

Attractions

Harbison's Dairy Milk Bottle

Attraction

~620 ft

Fuel & charging stations

Sunoco

Fuel

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