Ming River Sidewalk House in Philadelphia, PA

3.6(81)Philadelphia, PA
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3.6-star rating from 81 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Families
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Philadelphia, PA • 3.6★
Ming River Sidewalk House in Center City East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a casual Chinese restaurant serving authentic Fuzhounese comfort dishes at great prices. This Chinese buffet offers a variety of food options, making it a perfect spot for those looking to try a little bit of everything. Their all-you-can-eat menu is a great value, with many reviewers raving about their WorthIt experience. With a quick and easy ordering process, you can grab a menu, seat yourself, and start enjoying your meal. Their service options include takeout and dine-in, making it convenient for any occasion. Whether you're in the mood for comfort food or small plates, Ming River Sidewalk House has something for everyone. With a 3.6-star rating and over 80 reviews, you can trust that this restaurant is a great choice for your next meal.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
148 N 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA, Center City East, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Phone
(215) 625-9555
Today
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Rating
3.6 (81 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 seafood

Quality crab and seafood options

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Before you go

🥡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
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday
Closed
Saturday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
RestroomDogs AllowedCurbside Pickup

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Casual

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerTable serviceLunchDinnerSolo dining

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
Comfort foodQuick biteSmall plates

Reviews

81 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the food quality good?

The food is fine, but horrible experience, felt like i was scammed.

What are some popular dishes?

The peanut noodles, wontons were nice too.

Is the service good?

The receptionist had a very bad attitude.

Is the restaurant kid-friendly?

The receptionist scolded him and said that children cannot play with plastic spoons...

Is the restaurant worth visiting?

One of the best hidden gems in Chinatown!

Is the restaurant suitable for a quick in and out meal?

Very simple, bare bones place for a quick in and out meal.

Is the food authentic?

Authentic Fuzhou cuisine is served by a boss with a rich Fuzhou accent, offering distinctive Fuzhou-style service.

What is the rating of Ming River Sidewalk House?

Ming River Sidewalk House has a 3.6-star rating based on 81 customer reviews.

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

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Banking

Abacus Federal Savings Bank

Bank

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~70 ft
MoreBank

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~520 ft
Citizens Bank

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~610 ftMo-Fr 09:00-16:00, Sa 09:00-13:00
Parke Bank

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1032 Arch Street

~690 ft
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Grocery & Markets

AsianFresh

Supermarket

146 North 10th Street

~50 ft
New World Laundromat & Food Market

Supermarket

~120 ft
S&D Market

Convenience

1037 Race Street

~380 ft
+1-215-928-8878
No. 1 Supermarket

Supermarket

~510 ft
Luen Fong Food & Produce Inc.

Greengrocer

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~600 ftMo-Fr 08:00-17:30; Sa 08:00-13:00
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Convenience

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~860 ft
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Jonathan Best Gourmet Grocer

Greengrocer

~1020 ft
Iovine Brothers Produce

Greengrocer

~0.2 mi
QQ Deli Market

Convenience

1231 Race Street

~0.2 mi
+1-267-243-5077

Cafes & Coffee

Tea Do

Cafe

132 North 10th Street

~160 ft10:30-00:00
Chicha San Chen

Cafe

~180 ft
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Cafe

~180 ft
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Mango Mango Dessert

Cafe

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~200 ftMo-Su 12:00-23:00
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Mr. Wish

Cafe

216 North 10th Street

~340 ftMo-Th 10:00-21:00; Fr-Su 10:00-22:00
+1-267-457-2650Website
A La Mousse

Cafe

145 North 11th Street

~380 ftSu-Th 12:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 12:00-00:00
+1 215-238-9100Website
Miucha

Cafe

~430 ft
Teassert Bar

Cafe

~460 ft
Matcha Panda

Cafe

~460 ft

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~180 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~440 ft
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Post Box

~600 ft
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Post Box

~640 ft
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Post Box

~690 ft
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Post Box

~760 ft

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~880 ft

Government offices

Philadelphia Parking Authority Residential Permits

Government

35 North 8th Street

~0.2 mi
+1 215-683-9730

Other healthcare

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Massage

205 North 11th Street

~440 ft
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Massage

~600 ft
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Massage

1123 Race Street

~710 ft
237 Spa

Massage

~950 ft

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Arch Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~490 ft
Neff Surgical Pharmacy

Pharmacy

~600 ft

Alternative medicine

Long Life Chinese Herbs Inc.

Herbalist

~510 ft

Specialists

Cohen's Fashion Optical

Optician

1030 Arch Street

~670 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:30; Sa-Su 09:00-16:00
+1 215-238-1444Website

Other services

Asia Crafts Inc.

Craft

~280 ft
Vacant

Vacant

135 North 9th Street

~530 ft
PA General Store

General

~900 ft
Market Blooms

Florist

~0.2 mi
Ex Machina Parlor

Hackerspace

319 North 11th Street

~0.2 mi
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Rittenhouse Communications Group

Yes

211 North 13th Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
+1-855-748-8266Website

Hair services

Ben Hair Salon

Hairdresser

~390 ft
Room 209

Hairdresser

~460 ft
Fashion Hair Mall

Hairdresser

~540 ft

Body art

Philadelphia Eddie’s Tattooing

Tattoo

Arch Street

~710 ft

Sports & recreation

Round1

Bowling Alley

~0.2 mi

Electronics & technology

Fay Fay Music

Music

~530 ft

Specialty stores

K&A Gift Shop

Gift

~580 ft

Sports & outdoor

Bike Line

Bicycle

~640 ft

General retail

Reading Terminal Farmers Market: 12th and Arch Streets

Marketplace

~1000 ftSu 09:00-17:00; Mo-Sa 08:00-18:00
Website
Little Thai Market

Marketplace

~1010 ft
Fair Food Farmstand

Marketplace

~0.2 miMo-Sa 08:00-18:00; Su 09:00-17:00
Burlington

Department Store

~0.2 mi

Clothing & fashion

DSW

Shoes

~0.2 mi
Columbia Factory Store

Clothes

~0.2 mi
H&M

Clothes

~0.2 mi
claire's

Fashion Accessories

907 Market Street

~0.2 mi
+1-445-234-4310Website
Primark

Clothes

~0.2 mi

Gyms & fitness centers

L&M Studio

Fitness Centre

1035 Race Street

~360 ft
+1 215-900-5592

Parking facilities

Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~330 ft
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Parking Entrance

~390 ft
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~770 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~800 ft
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Parking Entrance

~880 ft
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Parking Entrance

~960 ft
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~1000 ft
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~1020 ft
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Parking Entrance

~0.2 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.2 mi

Vehicle rentals

9th & Race

Bicycle Rental

156 North 9th Street

~450 ft24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
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Car Sharing

~510 ft
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Car Sharing

~660 ft
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Bicycle Rental

875 Arch Street

~770 ft24/7
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Car Sharing

~960 ft
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Bicycle Rental

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~0.2 mi24/7
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Attractions

Reading Terminal

Attraction

~0.2 mi

Visitor information

Becky Stoloff Welcome Center

Information

~0.2 mi

Fuel & charging stations

Shell

Fuel

~0.2 mi