SweetHome Kitchen in San Jose, CA

4.4(94)San Jose, CA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.4 stars based on 94 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Consistently rated well
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Large groups
  • Families
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Romantic dinners

At a glance

San Jose, CA • 4.4★
SweetHome Kitchen in San Jose, California is a must-visit destination for Chinese buffet enthusiasts. This casual Chinese restaurant in the heart of Hathaway neighborhood offers an all-you-can-eat dining experience that will leave you wanting more. With a 4.4-star rating and over 94 reviews, it's clear that SweetHome Kitchen has won the hearts of many locals and visitors alike. Foodies rave about the Nanjing duck, duck blood vermicelli soup, and Xian Saozi noodle, which are all expertly prepared to satisfy even the most discerning palates. Whether you're in the mood for something spicy or mild, the friendly wait staff will ensure that your dining experience is nothing short of exceptional. With amenities like parking, dine-in, and takeout, SweetHome Kitchen is the perfect spot for a quick bite or a leisurely meal.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
1312 Saratoga Ave, San Jose, CA 95129, USA, Hathaway, San Jose, California
Phone
(408) 216-0979
Today
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Rating
4.4 (94 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

♿Wheelchair accessible

Accessible entrance and facilities

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Signature Dishes

10 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Duck Blood Vermicelli Soup×2Nanjing Duck×2Price Range Of The Food×2Xian Saozi Noodle×2Braised BeefTasteWith Many Reviewers Praising Their Authenticity

Also mentioned

**Dine-In****Parking****Takeout**

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Traditional Touches 🥢

Chinese regional cuisine · score 30/100
Authenticity score30/100
Authentic

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Trusted Rating

🆕 4.3 weighted · 94 reviews
4.3weighted · raw 4.4 from 94 reviews(↓ 0.14 from raw)
Newly Discovered (Low Confidence)
Review volume vs. city median94 / 396 median
01,980 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.4) with the city average (4.23) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1980+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM

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Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
Wheelchair Accessible

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Gender-neutral restroomRestroomWi-FiFree Wi-FiWaiter ServiceDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Casual

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerSeatingTable serviceLunchDinner

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit CardsBusiness Accepts Apple Pay

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
Comfort foodQuick biteSmall plates

Reviews

94 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What are some popular dishes at SweetHome Kitchen?

Popular dishes include Nanjing duck, duck blood vermicelli soup, Xian Saozi noodle, and braised beef, with many reviewers praising their authenticity and taste.

Is the food at SweetHome Kitchen authentic?

Many reviewers, including those from Nanjing, have praised the authenticity of the food, with one reviewer saying it 'tastes just like the food I ate as a child'.

How is the service at SweetHome Kitchen?

Many reviewers have praised the service, with staff described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating, although some have reported rude service.

What is the price range of the food at SweetHome Kitchen?

Prices are generally considered reasonable, with one reviewer mentioning a total bill of $33 for a meal, although some have reported price increases and small portion sizes.

Is SweetHome Kitchen a good place for families with children?

Some reviewers have mentioned that the restaurant is kid-friendly, with one reviewer saying the waitress was 'very patient and attentive' with their toddlers, although others have reported noise and disrespect towards other customers.

How long do you have to wait for food at SweetHome Kitchen?

Some reviewers have reported long waits for dine-in meals, especially when there are many takeout orders, although one reviewer mentioned that takeout orders are ready in 10+ minutes.

Is SweetHome Kitchen a good value for the price?

Many reviewers have praised the value for the price, although some have reported small portion sizes and price increases.

Can you get takeout from SweetHome Kitchen?

Yes, many reviewers have mentioned ordering takeout from the restaurant, with one reviewer saying it's 'mostly for takeout'.

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Can you make special requests or customizations at SweetHome Kitchen?

Some reviewers have mentioned that the staff are accommodating of special requests, although one reviewer did mention that they wished there were more options for customized seasoning.

Is SweetHome Kitchen a good place for large groups or parties?

Some reviewers have mentioned that the restaurant is small and seats are limited, although one reviewer did mention that they were able to accommodate a group of six people.

🏙️Business District

Surrounded by offices and banks — ideal for a lunch break or after-work dinner.

Surrounded by offices and banks — ideal for a lunch break or after-work dinner.

Food & Dining
19
Professional Services
10
Healthcare & Medical
8
Miscellaneous Services
7
Personal Care & Beauty
7
Retail & Shopping
4

71 nearby places across 13 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

71 places nearby (finance, food, government, healthcare, services)

Insurance

Bene Fit Options Insurance Agency

Insurance

1475 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi
Website
State Farm

Insurance

~0.6 mi
+1-408-246-8992

Restaurants

Dan Izakaya Restaurant

Restaurant

1306 Saratoga Avenue

~60 ftMo-Th 11:15-13:45, 17:30-21:15; Fr 11:15-13:45, 17:30-21:45; Sa-Su 11:15-13:45, 17:15-21:15
+1 408-249-6020Website
Zeni Ethiopian Restaurant

Restaurant

1320 Saratoga Avenue

~90 ft
Green Burrito

Fast Food

1346 Saratoga Avenue

~580 ft
Amatos Cheesesteaks

Fast Food

1162 Saratoga Avenue

~0.2 mi
+1-408-246-3818
Via Mia Pizza

Restaurant

1150 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
Gloria's Burritos

Fast Food

1142 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
Maple Leaf Donuts

Fast Food

1110 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
Suro Sushi Bar & Grill

Restaurant

1102 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
Long Thinh Noodle House

Restaurant

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Sa 10:00-21:00
JC’s Famous BBQ

Restaurant

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Th 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-21:30; Su 12:00-20:00
Mayflower Restaurant

Restaurant

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 miSu-Th 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-15:00, 17:00-21:30
+1-408-246-9550
Pupuseria Mi Chalateca

Restaurant

4161 Hamilton Avenue

~0.5 mi

Cafes & Coffee

Moonwake Coffee Roasters

Cafe

1412 Saratoga Avenue

~0.2 mi
Website
Rose Cafe & Donuts

Cafe

994 Saratoga Avenue

~0.6 mi

Bars & Pubs

Maple Leaf Liquors

Alcohol

1146 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
Final Score Sports Bar

Bar

1126 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi

Grocery & Markets

Las Palmas

Supermarket

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 mi
Slavic Shop

Supermarket

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 10:00-18:00
+1-408-615-8533
Farmers Market

Greengrocer

~0.5 mi

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~660 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~670 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~730 ft

Waste management

Waste disposal

Waste Disposal

~0.6 mi

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Walgreens

Pharmacy

1334 Saratoga Avenue

~340 ft
Walgreens

Chemist

1334 Saratoga Avenue

~370 ft
Website

Alternative medicine

Jamieson Health Center

Alternative

1175 Saratoga Avenue

~0.2 mi
Alternative medicine

Alternative

1114 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
West Valley Chiropractic & Wellness

Alternative

4855 Atherton Avenue

~0.5 mi

Specialists

Pauline Lu, DDS

Dentist

1153 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
Bay Dental Group

Dentist

1062 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi

Primary care

Jenesis Lipoplasty & Laser

Doctors

1471 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi

Other services

Dry Cleaning

Dry Cleaning

1314 Saratoga Avenue

~20 ft
Any Water Dive Center

Dive Centre

1344 Saratoga Avenue

~530 ft
+1-408-244-4433Website
E-Cigarette

E Cigarette

1122 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
Speedy Cleaners

Dry Cleaning

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Fr 07:00-19:00; Sa 09:00-17:00
Vacant

Vacant

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 mi
Vacant

Vacant

1475 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi
Party City

Party

1600 Saratoga Avenue

~0.6 mi
+1 408-478-2133Website

Beauty & spa

Silk Salon

Beauty

1308 Saratoga Avenue

~40 ft
Paris Nails

Beauty

1318 Saratoga Avenue

~60 ft
United Hair & Nails

Beauty

1154 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
Trending Nail Spa

Beauty

991 Saratoga Avenue

~0.6 mi
Website

Hair services

Wonder Cuts Barber Shop

Hairdresser

1118 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1-408-260-2763Website
Expert Cut

Hairdresser

4153 Hamilton Avenue

~0.5 mi
E Spa and Salon

Hairdresser

992 Saratoga Avenue

~0.6 mi

Technology & IT services

Versonix Corporation

It

1175 Saratoga Avenue

~0.2 mi
MediaAgility

It

1475 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi
Coppercone

It

1475 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi
Website
Pluras

It

1475 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi

Financial & accounting services

Moore Accountancy Corporation

Accountant

1175 Saratoga Avenue

~0.2 mi
Wheeler Accountants

Accountant

1475 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi
Website
BetterWealth

Financial Advisor

1475 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi
Website
Menbari Accountancy Co.

Accountant

1475 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi

Other professional & business services

Anjomi Insurance

Tax Advisor;Accountant;Notary

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Fr 09:00-18:00; Sa 09:00-13:00
+1-408-257-7400

Real estate services

Pintail Property Management

Property Management

1475 Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi

Sports & recreation

Playground

Playground

~0.4 mi

Places of worship

Korean Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi

General retail

dd's Discounts

Department Store

1322 Saratoga Avenue

~200 ft

Specialty stores

Peerage Nail-Spa

Cosmetics

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Sa 09:30-19:00; Su 10:00-17:00
+1-408-247-2790
Mei Ni Spa

Cosmetics

1080 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Su 11:00-22:00
+1-408-863-9999

Clothing & fashion

Walk Rite

Shoes

4701 Hamilton Avenue

~0.6 mi

Gyms & fitness centers

Planet Fitness

Fitness Centre

1328 Saratoga Avenue

~310 ft
Synergy Personal Training

Fitness Centre

1130 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1-408-247-2903

Sports facilities

Soccer Pro

Sports

1338 Saratoga Avenue

~480 ft

Martial arts studios

Shaolin Kung Fu

Dojo

1158 Saratoga Avenue

~0.2 mi

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.6 mi

Water services

Water service

Water

1316 Saratoga Avenue

~40 ft

Fuel & charging stations

Tesla Supercharger

Charging Station

1320 Saratoga Avenue

~460 ft24/7
Website
Rotten Robbie

Fuel

Saratoga Avenue

~0.5 mi