Lychee Kitchen in Phoenix, AZ

4.4(677)Phoenix, AZ
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Solid choice

Rated 4.4 stars based on 677 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Phoenix, AZ • 4.4★
Lychee Kitchen: A Chinese buffet in Phoenix, Arizona, offering an all-you-can-eat dining experience. Located in the Centerpointe At Deer Valley neighborhood, this Chinese restaurant is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, with a 4.4-star rating based on 677 reviews. Reviewers rave about the restaurant's delicious food, which is neither too sweet nor too salty. In fact, one reviewer notes that the food app is very tasty and comes in big portions, making it perfect for taking leftovers. Additionally, the restaurant offers wheelchair accessible features, including an entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating area, making it an inclusive dining option. With takeout, dine-in, and delivery options available, Lychee Kitchen caters to various tastes and preferences.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
23450 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027, USA, Centerpointe At Deer Valley, Phoenix, Arizona
Phone
(623) 215-7792
Today
12:00 – 9:00 PM
Rating
4.4 (677 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

⚡Quick service

No long waits

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Before you go

♿Wheelchair accessible

Accessible entrance and facilities

🍺Alcohol served

Beer, wine, and cocktails available

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Signature Dishes

10 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Restaurant'S **Delicious** FoodWhich Is Neither Too Sweet Nor Too Salty

Also mentioned

DishesEntranceFood Quality LikeMaking It An Inclusive Dining OptionParking LotRestroomSeating AreaServing Sizes Like

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

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

⚖️ 4.3 weighted · 677 reviews
4.3weighted · raw 4.4 from 677 reviews(↓ 0.15 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median677 / 694.5 median
03,472.5 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
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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 (4.4) 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.

Photos

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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 – 10:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 9:00 PM

Popular Times

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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
RestroomVegan optionsLimited vegetarian optionsAccessible parking near entranceADA-compliant main entranceClosed captioning on TVs

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualCozyTrendyCasual dressGood for groups

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerDessertSeatingTable serviceLunch

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsCatering

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Credit CardsDebit CardsN F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
Fast serviceGreat tea selectionServes local specialty

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
AlcoholBeerCocktailsComfort foodHappy hour drinksHappy hour food

Planning

Reservations and groups
Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

20 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Orange Chicken$17.2043 mentions
  • Mongolian Beef$18.3517 mentions
  • Fried Crab Rangoon$9.9015 mentions
  • Spicy Tuna Roll & Spicy Spicy Salmon Roll$19.1513 mentions
  • Walnut Shrimp$19.5012 mentions
  • BBQ Pork Fried Rice$14.9010 mentions
  • Pad Thai$17.5510 mentions
  • Beef Chow Fun$18.359 mentions
  • Chicken Egg Roll$6.309 mentions
  • Wonton Soup$7.209 mentions
  • Chicken Lo Mein$16.507 mentions
  • Tropical Mango Shrimp Roll$17.356 mentions
  • Chicken Lettuce Wrap$11.956 mentions
  • Teriyaki Chicken$17.206 mentions
  • Chicken Dumplings$10.505 mentions
  • Hong Kong Style Cantonese Pan Fried Noodle$18.355 mentions
  • Nigiri$21.555 mentions
  • Skewered Beef$11.955 mentions
  • Crispy Spicy Chicken$19.155 mentions
  • Vegetable Egg Roll$5.105 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

111 items with prices
  • Vegetable Egg Roll (2)$5.10

    Crispy egg roll filled ivith mixed vegetables.

  • Chicken Egg Roll (2)$6.30

    Crispy egg roll filled with shredded chicken and vegetables.

  • Fried Crab Rangoon (6)$9.90

    Crispy shell filled with imitation crab meat and cream cheese.

  • Fried Tofu (10)$9.90

    Crunchy outside and soft inside.

  • Shrimp Tempura (6)$10.50

    Fried shrimp .

  • Fried Calamari (8)$10.50

    Fried & battered calamari.

  • Chicken Dumplings (6)$10.50

    Fried or steamed dumplings stuffed with minced chicken.

  • Coconut Shrimp (6)$10.50

    Crispy shrimp fried in coconut batter.

  • Sliced BBQ Pork$11.95

    Boneless pork baked and served with Hong Kong Style BBQ sauce.

  • Spicy Chicken Wings (6)$11.10

    Spicy. Deep fried chicken wings with a special hot sauce.

  • Skewered Beef (6)$11.95

    Flank steak basted with sweet and tangy barbeque glaze.

  • Chicken Lettuce Wrap$11.95

    Cooked chicken, water chestnuts, carrot and dried mushrooms in four cool lettuce cups.

  • Egg Drop Soup$5.20

    Carrots in a light egg broth.

  • Hot & Sour Soup$5.45

    Spicy. Tofu and bamboo shoot mixed in a sour-spicy soup.

  • Wonton Soup$7.20

    Vegetables and chicken wonton served in a light broth.

  • War Wonton Soup$8.35

    Shrimp, beef chicken, vegetables and chicken wonton in light broth.

  • House Rice Noodle Soup$13.75

    Chicken, shrimp and bbq pork, vegetable.

  • House Noodle Soup$13.75

    Chicken, shrimp and bbq pork, vegetable.

  • Vegetable Lo Mein$14.90

    Soft noodles light stir fried with broccoli, mushrooms, zucchini, cabbage, bean sprouts, onion & carrots.

  • Chicken Lo Mein$16.50

    Soft noodles light stirfried with cabbage, bean sprouts, onion & carrots and a choice of meats.

  • Shrimp Lo Mein$17.20

    Soft noodles light stirfried with bean sprouts, cabbage, onion & carrot with shrimp.

  • House Special Lo Mein$17.20

    Soft noodles light stirfried with bean sprouts, cabbage, onion & carrot with chicken, shrimp & beef.

  • Beef Chow Fun$18.35

    Beef "Chow Fun" cooked with bean sprouts and green onions.

  • Singapore Rice Noodle$17.55

    Spicy. Green onions, bell peppers, egg, shrimp, BBQ pork in a spicy curry powder.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

677 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 677 reviews, with an average rating of 4.4 stars.
  • Review tags mention sushi, lo mein, happy hour, and orange chicken.
  • Positive review text points to sushi, mongolian grill, fresh food, and service.
  • Recent positive review text gives this page enough customer detail to compare it with nearby buffet options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is Lychee Kitchen wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it's wheelchair accessible, although if it was crowded it would be a bit tight.

What is the food quality like at Lychee Kitchen?

It's up to par. Food was delicious.

What kind of service can I expect at Lychee Kitchen?

Service was great. Customer service was A+!

What are the serving sizes like at Lychee Kitchen?

Big portions so I can take leftovers for work the next day or two and it reheats well.

Are the dishes at Lychee Kitchen fresh?

Hit and fresh and brought out quick.

📍Neighborhood Gem

A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

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Nearby Places

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Waste management

Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~260 ft
Valley Metro

Waste Basket

~360 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~430 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~460 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~470 ft
Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~470 ft

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~360 ft
Bench

Bench

~0.5 mi

Sports & recreation

Swimming pool

Swimming Pool

~0.5 mi
Swimming pool

Swimming Pool

~0.6 mi

Fuel & charging stations

Charging station

Charging Station

~0.3 mi
Blink

Charging Station

~0.4 mi
Blink

Charging Station

~0.4 mi
ChargePoint

Charging Station

~0.6 mi

Storage & lockers

Parcel locker

Parcel Locker

~0.4 mi