Happy Food in Phoenix, AZ

4.1(816)10.43 - 14.69Phoenix, AZ
Solid choice

Rated 4.1 stars based on 816 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Phoenix, AZ • Price 10.43 - 14.69 • 4.1★
Happy Food, nestled in the heart of Maryvale Village, Phoenix, Arizona, is a Chinese buffet paradise that exceeds expectations. Their all-you-can-eat spread is a treat for the senses, offering a diverse range of dishes to satisfy every craving. From classic egg rolls and orange chicken to lo mein and egg foo yung, each bite is a masterclass in flavor and texture. With wheelchair accessible facilities and a casual atmosphere, Happy Food is an ideal destination for families and friends alike. Reviewers rave about the fresh and flavorful food, with many highlighting their beloved egg foo yung and homey atmosphere.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
6701 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033, USA, Maryvale Village, Phoenix, Arizona
Phone
(623) 873-1216
Today
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Price
10.43 - 14.69
Rating
4.1 (816 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

Quick service

No long waits

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🍣Fresh sushi

Quality sushi selection

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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

Signature Dishes

8 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Homey Atmosphere×2**Flavorful** Food**Fresh**With Many Highlighting Their Beloved Egg Foo Yung

Also mentioned

CleanlinessFood Quality ConsistentRestaurant Kid-FriendlyService

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Not the Fastest

Score 37/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score37/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
17/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Under $16 per person
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

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

Trusted Rating

👍 4.1 weighted · 816 reviews
4.1weighted · raw 4.1 from 816 reviews
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median816 / 694.5 median
03,472.5 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
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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 (4.1) with the city average (4.11) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3472.5+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM

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Pricing

Price range 10.43 - 14.69
Price range10.43 - 14.69
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
RestroomAccepts credit cardsAccepts Apple PayQuietGood for LunchTV

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualDiveyGood for groupsGood for kids

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerLunchDinnerSolo diningServes Breakfast

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsOutdoor SeatingCatering

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

Popular Dishes

8 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Chicken Egg Roll / 鸡肉蛋卷$2.399 mentions
  • Pork Fried Rice / 猪肉炒饭$9.467 mentions
  • Mongolian Beef / 蒙古牛肉$17.957 mentions
  • Shrimp Fried Rice / 虾仁炒饭$10.696 mentions
  • Orange Chicken / 橙子鸡$16.725 mentions
  • House Lo Mein / 捞面屋$18.445 mentions
  • Sweet and Sour Chicken / 糖醋鸡$16.725 mentions
  • Chicken Fried Rice / 鸡肉炒饭$9.465 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

43 items with prices
  • Chicken Egg Roll / 鸡肉蛋卷$2.32

    Our chicken egg roll combines tender chicken with crisp cabbage and savory onions, all wrapped in a crunchy, golden shell. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and a delicious blend of flavors. Served with sweet and sour sauce. / 我们的鸡蛋卷将嫩鸡肉、脆白菜和咸洋葱融合在一起,全部包裹在松脆的金黄色外壳中。每一口都带来令人满意的松脆感和美味的混合口味。配以酸甜酱汁。.

  • 10 Piece Fried Wonton Pork / 鸡肉蛋卷$4.91

    Fried wonton chips are crispy, deep-fried wonton wrappers. They're light, crunchy, and great with dipping sauces or soups. / 炸馄饨片是油炸的酥脆馄饨皮。它们口感清淡、香脆,非常适合蘸酱或汤.

  • 6 Piece Fried Shimp / 炸虾 (6只)$10.57

    Fried shrimp are succulent shrimp coated in a light, seasoned batter and deep-fried until crispy. Served with sweet and sour sauce. / 炸虾是将多汁的虾裹上一层淡淡的调味面糊,然后油炸至酥脆。配上酸甜酱汁。

  • 8 Piece Cream Cheese Puff / 奶油芝士泡芙$8.60

    Cream cheese puffs are crispy wonton wrappers filled with a creamy, savory cream cheese mixture, then deep-fried until golden brown. Served with sweet and sour sauce. / 奶油芝士泡芙是脆脆的馄饨皮,里面填满奶油香浓的奶油芝士混合物,然后油炸至金黄色。配上酸甜酱汁。.

  • 10 Piece Fried Chicken Wings / 炸鸡翅 (6只)$18.70

    Fried chicken wings are crispy, golden wings served with sweet and sour sauce. / 炸鸡翅外皮酥脆,金黄,配上酸甜的酱汁。.

  • 6 Piece Pot Sticker / 锅贴 (6件)$9.34

    Potstickers are fried dumplings filled with chicken and vegetables, served with sweet and sour sauce. / 锅贴是一种煎饺,里面填有鸡肉和蔬菜,配上酸甜酱。.

  • Egg Flower Soup / 蛋花汤$5.52

    Egg drop soup is a light, savory Chinese soup made with beaten eggs and chicken broth. / 蛋花汤是一种清淡可口的中式汤品,由打好的鸡蛋和鸡汤制成.

  • WOR Wonton Soup / 馄饨汤$12.29

    WOR wonton soup is a hearty Chinese soup featuring wontons, chicken, pork, and shrimp in a flavorful broth. / 馄饨汤是一道丰盛的中国汤,以馄饨、鸡肉、猪肉和虾为主要汤料。.

  • Wonton Soup / 馄饨汤$6.14

    Wonton soup features pork-filled wontons and slices of pork in a savory broth. / 馄饨汤的特色是美味的肉汤中加入猪肉馄饨和猪肉片。.

  • Vegetable Fried Rice / 蔬菜炒饭$8.97

    Vegetable fried rice is a flavorful dish with egg, Green Onions, bean sprouts, broccoli, peas, and carrots, all stir-fried together. / 蔬菜炒饭是将鸡蛋、葱、豆芽、西兰花、豌豆和胡萝卜一起炒,制成风味浓郁的菜肴。.

  • Egg Fried Rice / 蛋炒饭$8.97

    Savory fried rice with scrambled egg and Green Onions. / 美味炒饭配炒蛋和葱.

  • Chicken Fried Rice / 鸡肉炒饭$8.97

    Tasty fried rice with chicken, scrambled egg and green onion. / 美味的炒饭,有鸡肉、炒蛋和葱。.

  • Pork Fried Rice / 猪肉炒饭$8.97

    BBQ pork fried rice is a savory dish with tender BBQ pork, egg, and Green Onions, all stir-fried to perfection. / 叉烧炒饭是一道美味的菜肴,由嫩叉烧、鸡蛋和葱经过完美翻炒而成。.

  • Beef Fried Rice / 牛肉炒饭$10.20

    Flavorful fried rice with large beef slices, Green Onions, and egg. / 配有大片牛肉、葱和鸡蛋的美味炒饭。.

  • Shrimp Fried Rice / 虾仁炒饭$10.20

    Delectable shrimp and rice stir fried together with egg and green onion. / 鲜美的虾仁饭与鸡蛋和葱一起炒.

  • House Fried Rice / 家常炒饭$10.57

    Chicken, shrimp and pork fried rice with egg and green onion. / 鸡肉、虾仁、猪肉炒饭配鸡蛋和葱.

  • House Lo Mein / 捞面屋$16.96

    Stir-fried soft egg noodles with shrimp, chicken, beef, bbq pork, and assorted vegetables.

  • Vegetable Chop Suey / 蔬菜杂碎$15.85

    Vegetable medley with choice of crispy noodle or steamed rice.

  • Sweet and Sour Chicken / 糖醋鸡$15.85

    Crispy fried white meat chicken nuggets with sweet and sour sauce on the side. / 酥脆的炸白肉鸡块或嫩猪肉配上酸甜酱汁.

  • Sweet and Sour Pork / 咕噜肉$15.85

    Crispy fried tender pork nuggets with sweet and sour sauce on the side. / 酥脆的炸嫩猪肉块,配上酸甜酱汁.

  • Sweet and Sour Shrimp / 糖醋虾$16.96

    Crispy fried shrimp with sweet and sour sauce on the side. / 酥脆的炸虾配上酸甜酱汁.

  • General Tsao's Chicken / 左宗棠鸡$15.85

    General tso's chicken features crispy chicken pieces coated in a spicy, tangy sauce with hints of garlic and ginger, often garnished with Green Onions and dried red chilies available in large size only. / 左宗棠鸡的特色是酥脆的鸡块,裹上辛辣浓郁的酱汁,带有淡淡的大蒜和生姜味,通常用葱和干红辣椒点缀。仅提供大份.

  • House Hot and Spicy Chicken / 招牌辣子鸡$15.85

    Hot and spicy, spicy. Stir fried tender chicken with bell peppers, carrots and onions in a tangy and spicy sauce. / 将嫩鸡肉与青椒、胡萝卜和洋葱一起炒,配上辛辣的酱.

  • House Hot and Spicy Beef / 招牌麻辣牛肉$16.96

    Hot and spicy, spicy. Stir fried tender beef with bell peppers, carrots and onions in a tangy and spicy sauce. / 将嫩牛肉与青椒、胡萝卜和洋葱一起炒,配上辛辣的酱汁.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

816 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 816 reviews, with an average rating of 4.1 stars.
  • Review tags mention egg rolls, orange chicken, mongolian beef, and sesame chicken.
  • Positive review text points to mongolian grill and fresh food.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the food quality consistent?

Ive noticed inconsistency from other places on their egg foo yung, but Happy Food never misses!

What are some popular dishes?

egg rolls, orange chicken, lo mein, and their egg foo yung

Is the service good?

there’s something for everyone. & the atmosphere feels homey and nostalgic.

Is the restaurant kid-friendly?

There’s something for everyone.

How is the cleanliness?

Dirty restaurant, dirty, stinky restroom.

Can you substitute rice?

I asked for Fried Rice to substitute the white rice and what I got was rice mixed with soy sauce.

What happens if you use a card?

hate when they don't tell you about a fee for using a card

Is the atmosphere good?

the atmosphere feels homey and nostalgic

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What is the rating of Happy Food?

Happy Food has a 4.1-star rating based on 816 customer reviews.

Where is Happy Food located?

Happy Food is located at 6701 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033, USA, Maryvale Village, Phoenix, Arizona.

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Restaurants

Domino's

Fast Food

6650 West Thomas Road

~440 ftMo-Th 10:00-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-01:00; Su 10:00-24:00
Subway

Fast Food

6544 West Thomas Road

~610 ftMo-Fr 08:00-22:00; Sa 09:00-22:00; Su 10:00-22:00
Good China

Restaurant

~630 ft
Pizza Patron

Fast Food

~640 ft

Waste management

Valley Metro

Waste Basket

~110 ft
Valley Metro

Waste Basket

~250 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~290 ft
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Waste Disposal

~410 ft
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Waste Basket

~410 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~420 ft

Public facilities

Drinking water

Drinking Water

~300 ft
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Drinking Water

~0.3 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Walgreens

Pharmacy

2930 North 67th Avenue

~640 ft

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~110 ft
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Sports & recreation

Swimming pool

Swimming Pool

~780 ft
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~820 ft
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~830 ft
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~840 ft
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~930 ft
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Swimming Pool

~940 ft

Clothing & fashion

B&R African Styles

Clothes

6719 West Thomas Road

~490 ftWe-Mo 10:00-20:00

Gyms & fitness centers

Fitness station

Fitness Station

~0.3 mi

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.3 mi