Eastern Chinese Restaurant in Queens County, NY

3.6(173)Queens County, NY
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3.6-star rating from 173 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Families
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Queens County, NY • 3.6★
Eastern Chinese Restaurant in Queens County, New York serves up a delightful Chinese buffet experience. Their all-you-can-eat options are a great value, with a variety of dishes to suit every taste. Whether you're in the mood for something light or hearty, their menu has something for everyone. Freshly prepared with balance meat and veggies for a good price, their food is a highlight of the meal. You can enjoy a great meal for a reasonable price, with lunch meals starting at just $5.50 and dinner options available for a few dollars more.

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  • The page includes a 3.6-star rating from 173 reviews.
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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
21-05 Broadway, Astoria, NY 11106, USA, Astoria, Queens County, New York
Phone
(718) 278-7333
Today
11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Rating
3.6 (173 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

⚡Quick service

No long waits

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Before you go

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Signature Dishes

4 popular dishes mentioned by diners
Food QualityPrice RangeServiceWait Times 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

⚖️ 3.9 weighted · 173 reviews
3.9weighted · raw 3.6 from 173 reviews(↑ 0.27 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median173 / 255 median
01,275 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
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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 (3.6) with the city average (4.06) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1275+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Limited vegetarian optionsAccepts credit cardsCurbside PickupDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Good for groupsGood for kids

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Full Menu

201 items with prices
  • 1. General Tso's Chicken$11.95

    Deep fried chunks of chicken with hot bean sauce.

  • 2. Happy Family$19.95

    Lobster, jumbo shrimp, chicken and roast pork with Chinese vegetables in house special sauce.

  • 3. Seafood Delight$19.95

    Lobster, crab meat, jumbo shrimp and fresh scallop with assorted Chinese vegetables and broccoli.

  • 4. Sesame Chicken$11.95

    Deep fried dark chicken meat specially prepared and blended with a mouth watering brown sauce, covered with sesame seeds and broccoli.

  • 5. Triple Delight$18.68

    Chicken, shrimp, beef and mixed vegetables in white sauce.

  • 6. Orange Flavor Chicken$17.68

    Deep fried chicken with orange peel in spicy sauce and broccoli. Hot and spicy.

  • 7. Orange Flavor Beef$21.39

    Deep fried chunks of steak with orange peel in spicy sauce and broccoli. Hot and spicy.

  • 8. Beef and Scallop$21.39
  • 9. Four Seasons$18.68

    Roast pork, chicken, beef and jumbo shrimp sauteed with seasonal mixed vegetables.

  • 10. Triple Delight in Garlic Sauce$18.68

    Chicken, beef and shrimp sauteed with seasonal mixed vegetables in garlic sauce. Hot and spicy.

  • 11. General Tso's Tofu$15.95

    Hot and spicy.

  • 12. Dragon and Phoenix$19.95

    Hot and spicy.

  • 13. Sesame Shrimp$19.95

    Hot and spicy.

  • S1. Teriyaki Chicken$8.99
  • S2. Fried 1/2 Chicken$9.49
  • S3. Fried Chicken Wings$8.99

    4 pieces.

  • S4. Honey Chicken Wings$10.35
  • S7. Fried Fish$9.49
  • S8.Fried Jumbo Shrimp$9.49

    5 pieces.

  • S9. Fried Baby Shrimp$9.49
  • S11.Boneless Chicken$8.49
  • S12. Fried Scallops$8.49

    10 pieces.

  • S13. Fried Crab Stick$8.49

    8 pieces.

  • S14. Fried Chicken Gizzards$8.49

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

173 reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Is the Eastern Chinese Restaurant in Queens County, New York kid-friendly?

Unfortunately, based on the reviews, it's not recommended for families due to reported issues with order accuracy and rude service.

What is the price range at Eastern Chinese Restaurant?

Prices are reportedly affordable, with lunch meals ranging from $5.50 to $8.50.

Is the food quality good at Eastern Chinese Restaurant?

Reviews are mixed, with some reporting good food quality and others describing it as 'Worst FOOOD EVER' and 'old rubber shoes'.

What dishes are available at Eastern Chinese Restaurant?

Reviews mention chicken wings, dumplings, chicken noodle soup, and hot and sour soup.

How is the service at Eastern Chinese Restaurant?

Reviews are overwhelmingly negative, with reports of rude and nasty service.

What are the wait times like at Eastern Chinese Restaurant?

One review reports a wait time of over an hour for take-out.

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Convenience

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Supermarket

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+1-718-274-4100Website
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Supermarket

29-15 Broadway

~0.3 mi
+1-718-956-7925

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21-17 Broadway

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+1 718 726 1687Website
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Clinic

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Broadway

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