Ruby Buffet in Philadelphia, PA

3.8(3,902)$$Philadelphia, PA
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3.8-star rating from 3902 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers
  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Philadelphia, PA • Price $$ • 3.8★
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  • Ruby Buffet has a listed address in Philadelphia, PA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 3.8-star rating from 3,902 reviews.
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  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout, delivery, dine-in.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
1100 S Columbus Blvd (Washington Ave), Philadelphia, PA 19147, Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 468-8889
Today
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Price
$$
Rating
3.8 (3,902 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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Before you go

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

Not the Fastest

Score 27/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score27/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
7/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Trusted Rating

🏆 3.8 weighted · 3,902 reviews
3.8weighted · raw 3.8 from 3,902 reviews
Rock Solid / Community Favorite
Review volume vs. city median3,902 / 190 median
0950 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
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1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (3.8) with the city average (4.18) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 950+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available
Open late until 10:30 PM on Friday, Saturday, making it a good option for late-night dining.

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 9:30 PM

Pricing

Price range $$
Price range$$

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Vegan optionsLimited vegetarian optionsAccepts credit cardsAccepts Android PayAccepts Apple PayModerate noise

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualCasual dressGood for groupsGood for kids

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDeliveryDine-inReservationsOutdoor SeatingKids Friendly

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Reviews

3,902 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of Ruby Buffet?

Ruby Buffet has a 3.8-star rating based on 3902 customer reviews.

Where is Ruby Buffet located?

Ruby Buffet is located at 1100 S Columbus Blvd (Washington Ave), Philadelphia, PA 19147, Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA.

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A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

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Government & Public Services
9
Recreation & Entertainment
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Arts & Culture
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Miscellaneous Services
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79 places nearby (arts & culture, tech, food, government, healthcare)

Museums & galleries

Land Buoy

Artwork

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Edward “Babe” Heffron

Artwork

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William “Wild Bill” Guarnere

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~0.2 mi
Artwork

Artwork

~0.4 mi
Open Air Aquarium

Artwork

~0.5 mi
Artwork

Artwork

~0.5 mi

Other communications and technology

Verizon Authorized Retailer - TCC

Mobile Phone

South Christopher Columbus Boulevard

~620 ft

Restaurants

Ruby Buffet

Restaurant

1100 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard

~140 ft11:00-21:30; Fr,Sa 11:00-22:30
+1-215-468-8889
Dunkin'

Fast Food

1000 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard

~330 ft04:00-22:00
+1 215-964-9447Website
Federal Donuts

Restaurant

1219 Federal Street

~940 ftMo-Fr 07:00-15:00; Sa-Su 07:00-17:00
+1 267 687 8258Website
Kennett Restaurant

Restaurant

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Catahoula Bar & Restaurant

Restaurant

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~0.4 mi
Royal Sushi and Izakaya

Restaurant

780 South 2nd Street

~0.4 mi
Kanella

Restaurant

~0.4 mi
McDonald's

Fast Food

1675 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard

~0.4 mi07:00-22:00
+1 215-468-6770Website
The Dutchess

Restaurant

~0.5 mi
Chipotle

Fast Food

1851 South Columbus Boulevard

~0.6 mi10:45-22:00
+1 267-940-7680Website
Cry Baby Pasta

Restaurant

627 South 3rd Street

~0.6 miMo off; Tu-Su 17:00+
+1-267-534-3076Website
South Street Diner

Restaurant

140 South Street

~0.6 mi

Grocery & Markets

Palm Tree

Convenience

~0.3 mi
Popis

Convenience

~0.5 mi
Essene Market & Café

Supermarket

719 South 4th Street

~0.6 mi
Acme

Supermarket

29 Snyder Avenue

~0.6 miMo-Su 07:00-22:00
+1 215-271-5603Website

Cafes & Coffee

Herman's

Cafe

~0.3 mi
Philadelphia Java Co.

Cafe

~0.3 mi
Grindcore House

Cafe

1515 South 4th Street

~0.5 miMo-Fr 06:30-20:00; Sa-Su 08:00-20:00
+1 215-839-3333Website
Red Hook Coffee & Tea

Cafe

765 South 4th Street

~0.5 miMo-Su 07:00-18:00
Fitz on 4th

Cafe

743 South 4th Street

~0.6 miMo-Tu off; We-Th 16:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 12:00-23:00; Su 10:00-16:00
+1 215-315-8989Website
Bambu

Cafe

~0.6 mi
Shot Tower

Cafe

~0.6 mi
Queen & Rook Game Cafe

Cafe

123 South Street

~0.6 miMo-Th 17:00-22:00; Fr 17:00-24:00; Sa 12:00-24:00; Su 12:00-21:00
+1-215-995-0043Website

Bars & Pubs

Lucky's Last Chance

Pub

848 South 2nd Street

~0.3 mi
Paddy Whacks

Pub

150 South Street

~0.6 mi11:00-26:00
+1 215-464-7544Website

Emergency services

Philadelphia Marine Number 1 Fire Station

Fire Station

1 Washington Avenue

~690 ft
Philadelphia Company 3 Fire Station

Fire Station

~0.2 mi

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.2 mi
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.3 mi
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.4 mi
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.4 mi
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.4 mi
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~0.5 mi

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~0.5 mi

Specialists

Dentists on Washington

Dentist

544 Washington Avenue

~0.5 mi
+12153899889Website

Other home improvement and garden

South 6th St. Community Garden

Garden

1035 South 6th Street

~0.5 mi

Other services

Wagington Kitchen And Granite

Kitchen

~0.3 mi
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

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Loading Dock

~0.4 mi
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Loading Dock

~0.4 mi
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~0.4 mi

Real estate services

Century 21

Estate Agent

612-36 Washington Avenue

~0.6 miMo-Sa 09:00-18:00

Maintenance services

Auto Locksmith Philadelphia

Locksmith

222 Moore Street

~0.6 mi24/7
+1-267-777-9778Website

Marketing & advertising

Snyder Online Marketing

Advertising Agency

514 Catharine Street

~0.6 mi
+1 267-688-6493Website

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~860 ft
Bench

Bench

~870 ft
Bench

Bench

~960 ft
Bench

Bench

~1000 ft
Bench

Bench

~1010 ft
Bench

Bench

~1040 ft

Outdoor activities

Dog park

Dog Park

~0.4 mi
Pier 68

Fishing

~0.6 mi
Website

Specialty stores

Staples

Stationery

1300 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard

~760 ftMo-Sa 08:00-21:00; Su 10:00-18:00
+1 215-551-7543Website

General retail

Fresh for All: Pennsport

Marketplace

~0.3 miFr 13:30-14:30
+1-215-339-0900Website
Dickinson Square Park Farmers' Market

Marketplace

~0.5 miJun-Oct: Su 10:00-14:00
Website

Sports facilities

Edward J. BcBride Sports Complex

Sports Centre

~0.5 mi

Vehicle rentals

Front & Carpenter

Bicycle Rental

925 South Front Street

~870 ft24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
3rd & Washington

Car Sharing

~0.3 mi
3rd & Reed

Car Sharing

~0.3 mi
Front & Queen

Bicycle Rental

815 South Front Street

~0.3 mi24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
4th & Washington

Bicycle Rental

1110 South 4th Street

~0.4 mi24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
Moyamensing & Tasker

Car Sharing

~0.4 mi
4th & Christian

Bicycle Rental

403 Christian Street

~0.5 mi24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
Moyamensing & Tasker

Bicycle Rental

1600 East Moyamensing Avenue

~0.5 mi24/7
+1 844-446-3346Website
Queen Village

Car Sharing

~0.5 mi
6th & Wharton

Car Sharing

~0.5 mi

Parking facilities

Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.5 mi
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.5 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.6 mi

Fuel & charging stations

Electrify America

Charging Station

~260 ft
Blink

Charging Station

~0.4 mi