Chengdu Taste Seattle in Seattle, WA

4.2(474)Seattle, WA
Solid choice

Rated 4.2 stars based on 474 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Consistently rated well
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Quick meals
  • Families
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Seattle, WA • 4.2★
Experience the best of Seattle's Chinese buffet scene at Chengdu Taste Seattle. Located in the heart of the Seattle Chinatown-International District, this Chinese restaurant offers a wide variety of authentic Szechuan dishes in a cozy and casual atmosphere. With a rating of 4.2 and over 474 reviews, Chengdu Taste Seattle is a top choice for those seeking an all-you-can-eat dining experience in Seattle, Washington. We've had the Cumin Pork and Smoked Duck, delicious in big servings, and we're not alone in our praise - many reviewers have raved about the Wheelchair accessible entrance, restroom, and seating. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Chengdu Taste Seattle is a great place to try.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
On King street side, 504 5th Ave S Ste 106, Seattle, WA 98104, USA, Seattle Chinatown-International District, Seattle, Washington
Phone
(206) 333-0457
Today
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Rating
4.2 (474 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

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

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

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Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

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

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Bar onsiteRestroomCurbside PickupDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualCozyTrendy

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerDessertTable serviceLunchDinner

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Credit CardsDebit CardsN F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
Fast service

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
AlcoholBeerCocktailsComfort foodHard liquorSmall plates

Planning

Reservations and groups
Accepts reservations

Reviews

474 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the quality of the food at Chengdu Taste?

The food is quite good, with many dishes being described as delicious and flavorful, although some reviewers found it too salty or spicy.

How spicy is the food at Chengdu Taste?

The food can be quite spicy, with some reviewers finding it too spicy, but others enjoying the heat.

What is the atmosphere like at Chengdu Taste?

The atmosphere is modern and clean, with some reviewers finding it bright and tastefully decorated, while others thought it felt like a warehouse.

Are the prices at Chengdu Taste reasonable?

The prices are generally considered reasonable, with some reviewers finding them to be a good value for the quality and quantity of food.

What are some popular dishes at Chengdu Taste?

Some popular dishes include the Mapo Tofu, Kung Pao chicken, and the cumin lamb, although some reviewers found the Mapo Tofu to be too salty or spicy.

Is Chengdu Taste a good option for those who don't like spicy food?

Some reviewers found that the food at Chengdu Taste can be too spicy, but others enjoyed the heat, and some dishes may be suitable for those who don't like spicy food.

Can I get a refund or exchange at Chengdu Taste?

One reviewer had a negative experience with trying to switch from takeout to dine-in and was not allowed to get a refund for their existing order.

Is Chengdu Taste a good option for large groups or families?

Some reviewers found the portions to be big and suitable for sharing, but others had issues with the service or food quality.

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Is the food at Chengdu Taste authentic Sichuan cuisine?

Many reviewers found the food to be authentic and genuine Sichuan cuisine, with some noting that it was even better than what they had in Chengdu.

How is the lighting at Chengdu Taste?

One reviewer found the lighting to be unpleasant, feeling like a warehouse.

Can I order takeout or delivery from Chengdu Taste?

Yes, one reviewer had a negative experience with trying to switch from takeout to dine-in, but others have ordered takeout or delivery without issue.

Is Chengdu Taste a good option for those looking for a quick meal?

Some reviewers found the service to be prompt, but others had issues with the food quality or wait times.

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118 places nearby (arts & culture, finance, food, government, healthcare)

Museums & galleries

Paper Chase

Artwork

~110 ft
Garden of Vessels

Artwork

~200 ft
Artwork

Artwork

~230 ft
Artwork

Artwork

~250 ft
Artwork

Artwork

~250 ft
Sentries of the Palisades

Artwork

~300 ft

Banking

Wells Fargo

Atm

~270 ft
Wells Fargo

Bank

~280 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
Bank of America

Atm

~360 ft
WaFd Bank

Bank

601 South Jackson Street

~460 ftMo-Th 09:00-17:00; Fr 09:00-18:00
Chase

Atm

~500 ft

Cafes & Coffee

Hood Famous Cafe and Bar

Cafe

504 5th Avenue South

~30 ftMo off; Tu-Fr 08:00-16:00; Sa-Su 09:00-16:00
Seattle Best Tea Co.

Tea

506 South King Street

~140 ftMo-Th,Su 10:30-20:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-21:00
Nagomi Tea House

Cafe

~180 ft
Vital T Leaf

Tea

514-516 South King Street

~180 ft
Oasis Tea Zone

Cafe

519 6th Avenue South

~270 ftFr-Sa 11:00-01:00; Su-Th 11:00-00:00
Young Tea

Cafe

609 South Weller Street

~440 ftMo-Su 11:00-21:30
Yi Fang Tea

Cafe

619 South King Street

~480 ft
Gaga Tea

Cafe

523 Maynard Avenue South

~560 ft
Share Tea

Cafe

651 South King Street

~630 ft
Onibaba

Cafe

515 South Main Street

~670 ft

Restaurants

Chengdu Taste

Restaurant

504 5th Avenue South

~50 ft
Dough Zone

Restaurant

504 5th Avenue South

~90 ftMo-Su 11:00-22:00
Mochinut and Chung Chun Rice Dog

Fast Food

502 South King Street

~130 ftMo-Fr,Su 11:00-20:00; Sa 11:00-21:00
Ping's Dumpling House & Market

Restaurant

510 South King Street

~150 ft
UmmaDak

Restaurant

512 South King Street

~150 ft
E-Jae Pak Mor

Restaurant

504 5th Avenue South

~170 ftSu-Th 11:00-19:30; Fr-Sa 11:00-20:00
Pacific Cafe Hong Kong Kitchen

Restaurant

416 5th Avenue South

~200 ft
Szechuan Fish

Restaurant

522 South King Street

~230 ft
Los Costeños

Fast Food

~250 ft
A+ Kitchen

Restaurant

419 6th Avenue South

~270 ftWe-Mo 10:00-21:00
Food Hall

Food Court

521 South Weller Street

~290 ft11:00-21:00
Waji’s

Fast Food

~310 ft

Bars & Pubs

Joe's Bar And Grill

Pub

500 South King Street

~140 ft
Maekawa Bar

Bar

~310 ft
Fort St. George

Bar

~320 ft

Bakeries & Desserts

Panda Yogurt

Ice Cream

518 South King Street

~210 ftMo-Th 12:00-22:30; Fr-Su 12:00-23:00
Jolli Daze

Ice Cream

~240 ft
Fuji Bakery

Bakery

526 South King Street

~260 ftMo-Sa 07:30-17:00; Su 07:30-16:00
Tous les Jours

Bakery

525 5th Avenue South

~290 ft
Yummy House Bakery

Bakery

522 6th Avenue South

~330 ft

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~230 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~560 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~640 ft
Post Office, International Station

Post Office

409 Maynard Avenue South

~640 ftMo-Fr 08:45-12:45,13:45-17:00

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~280 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~340 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~370 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~430 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~460 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~540 ft

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~290 ft
Public restroom

Toilets

~300 ft

Hospitals & clinics

St. Paul Medical Clinic

Clinic

~310 ft

Other healthcare

Magical Massage

Massage

~330 ft
Amasia Acupuncture Massage Herbs Center

Massage

621 South Weller Street

~530 ft
Massage

Massage

620 South Jackson Street

~670 ft"open 7 days"

Primary care

Kenneth Hong, MD

Doctors

623 South Weller Street

~550 ft

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Luke's Pharmacy

Pharmacy

611 Maynard Avenue South

~610 ft

Specialists

Sixth Avenue Dentistry - Nigel W. Saw

Dentist

~630 ft

Other services

Psychic

Yes

~330 ft
Alice's Floral Designs

Florist

617 South King Street

~460 ft
Northwest Asian Weekly

Newspaper

412 Maynard Avenue South

~670 ft

Beauty & spa

Cindy's Beauty Salon

Beauty

507 South King Street

~60 ft
Paris Skin Care

Beauty

~380 ft

Hair services

Kim Hair Salon

Hairdresser

~500 ft
Falali Hair Salon

Hairdresser

623 South King Street

~510 ft
Hair salon

Hairdresser

614 South Jackson Street

~640 ft
Barber Shop

Hairdresser

~660 ft

Professional services

Vulcan Inc.

Company

~260 ft
Stratolaunch

Company

505 5th Avenue South

~280 ft
Interim CPA

Company

~350 ft
Baba Mama

Company

~360 ft
Vera

Company

~560 ft
Coworking space

Coworking Space

~610 ft

Legal services

Summit Law Group

Lawyer

~530 ft

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~190 ft
Bench

Bench

~190 ft
Bench

Bench

~200 ft
Bench

Bench

~210 ft
Bench

Bench

~210 ft
Picnic area

Picnic Table

~460 ft

Other recreation & entertainment

Recreation & entertainment venue

Outdoor Seating

~290 ft

Gaming & arcades

Seattle Pinball Museum

Amusement Arcade

508 Maynard Avenue South

~630 ft

Home & garden

Carpet King

Carpet

412 5th Avenue South

~230 ft
Carpet store

Carpet

~490 ftMo-F 08:00-15:00;Sa 08:00-13:00

Specialty stores

International Model Toys

Toys

524 South King Street

~250 ft11:30-19:30
Pink Gorilla Import & Retro Gaming

Toys

~340 ftMo-Su 11:00-19:00
Psychic Readings by Christina

Gift

616 South Jackson Street

~650 ft

Clothing & fashion

Sairen

Clothes

~550 ftWe,Th,Su 12:00-17:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-17:00; Mo,Tu off
Trichrome

Clothes

618 South Jackson Street

~660 ft

General retail

Higo Variety Store

Variety Store

~560 ftWe-Sa 11:00-17:00

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~170 ft
SDOT

Bicycle Parking

~180 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~180 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~230 ft
SDOT

Bicycle Parking

~230 ft
SDOT

Bicycle Parking

~240 ft
SDOT

Bicycle Parking

~240 ft
SDOT

Bicycle Parking

~280 ft
SDOT

Bicycle Parking

~280 ft
SDOT

Bicycle Parking

~280 ft

Visitor information

Visitor information

Information

~140 ft
Visitor information

Information

~190 ft
Visitor information

Information

~260 ft
Visitor information

Information

~460 ft
Visitor information

Information

~470 ft
Seattle Department of Transportation

Information

~610 ft
Visitor information

Information

~670 ft

Travel agencies

Travel agency

Travel Agency

~200 ft
AA Travel

Travel Agency

~310 ft
Bayani Travel

Travel Agency

~510 ft

Other utilities

Sound Transit

Vending Machine

~140 ft
Sound Transit

Vending Machine

~350 ft
Sound Transit

Ticket Validator

~520 ft
Sound Transit

Ticket Validator

~520 ft
Sound Transit

Ticket Validator

~530 ft
Sound Transit

Ticket Validator

~530 ft