Imperial Cathay in Shreveport, LA

4.4(1,018)Shreveport, LA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.4 stars based on 1018 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Shreveport, LA • 4.4★
Imperial Cathay is a Chinese buffet restaurant in Shreveport, LA, near Querbeville, at 6359 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA. It has a 4.4-star rating from more than 1,018 reviews. The page includes full weekly hours, photos, and website and phone contact details. Useful visit details include credit card payments, parking, lunch, and dinner. That combination gives the Imperial Cathay page concrete local context beyond a basic name, address, and phone listing.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
6359 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA 71105, USA, Querbeville, Shreveport, Louisiana
Phone
(318) 798-8310
Today
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Rating
4.4 (1,018 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

🧹Clean, comfortable

Well-maintained dining area

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🍺Alcohol served

Beer, wine, and cocktails available

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Signature Dishes

10 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Quality Of The Food×2

Also mentioned

Cleanliness Of Imperial CathayCredit Card PaymentsDinnerDishesFood TemperatureFull Weekly HoursLunchParkingPhone Contact Details

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Trusted Rating

👍 4.3 weighted · 1,018 reviews
4.3weighted · raw 4.4 from 1,018 reviews(↓ 0.10 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,018 / 640.5 median
03,202.5 (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 (4.4) with the city average (4.14) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3202.5+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

1 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For GroupsGood For KidsAccepts credit cardsAccepts Apple PayModerate noiseGood for Lunch, Dinner

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for groupsGood for kidsNoise: Noise level

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsOutdoor SeatingCatering

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 Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Popular Dishes

10 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Fried Crab Rangoons$10.5017 mentions
  • Lo Mein$15.9510 mentions
  • Crispy Spring Roll$2.258 mentions
  • Hot & Sour Soup$5.956 mentions
  • Fried Chicken Wings$11.955 mentions
  • Sesame Chicken Lunch Special$15.505 mentions
  • Mongolian Beef Lunch Special$14.504 mentions
  • Orange Chicken$18.502 mentions
  • Beef with Broccoli Lunch Special$14.502 mentions
  • Kung Pao Shrimp$17.952 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

74 items with prices
  • 101. Crispy Spring Roll$2.25

    (1 pc.)

  • 102. Fried Chicken Wings$10.95

    (4 pc.)

  • 103. Fried Crab Rangoons$9.50

    (6 pc.)

  • 104. Grilled Chicken on a Stick$10.50

    (4 pc.)

  • 106. Fried Shrimp$9.50

    (4 pc.)

  • 107. Cho Cho Beef$10.95

    (4 pc.)

  • 108. Fried Pork Wontons$7.95

    (6 pc.)

  • 109. Pork Dumplings$10.95

    (6 pc.) Your choice of steamed or fried.

  • 110. Cold Sesame Noodles$7.50

    *Spicy.

  • 111. Pu Pu Platter for Two$18.95

    Crispy spring roll, fried shrimp, cho cho beef, crab rangoon, chicken wings, and fried wonton. *No substitutions.

  • 104. Chicken Lettuce Wrap$10.50

    (4) Chicken lettuce wraps.

  • 203. Hot & Sour Soup$4.95

    *Spicy.

  • 205. Vegetable Soup$9.95

    Serves (2) people.

  • 208. House Wonton Soup$11.50

    Serves (2) people.

  • 209. Three-Ingredient Soup$11.95

    Shrimp, scallops, and chicken.

  • 301. General Tso's Chicken$17.50

    *Spicy.

  • 303. Orange Chicken$17.50

    *Spicy.

  • 306. Emerald Chicken$17.50

    Specially marinated chicken strips sautéed in a spicy garlic sauce and garnished with steamed broccoli. *Spicy.

  • 316. Mongolian Chicken$13.50

    Sliced chicken sautéed with shredded white onion and scallions.

  • 317. Empress Chicken$15.95

    Fried strips of white chicken mixed with broccoli, mushrooms, baby corn, and carrots sautéed in a spicy garlic sauce. *Spicy.

  • 318. Curry Chicken$15.95

    *Spicy.

  • 319. Dai Chin Chicken$15.95

    *Spicy.

  • 320. Szechuan Chicken$15.95

    *Spicy.

  • 321. Chicken with Garlic Sauce$15.95

    *Spicy.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

1,018 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 1,018 reviews, with an average rating of 4.4 stars.
  • Positive review text points to fresh food, service, and cleanliness.
  • Recent positive review text gives this page enough customer detail to compare it with nearby buffet options.

Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

How is the service at Imperial Cathay?

The service is considered to be one of the best in town, with waitresses who constantly keep drinks refilled and provide excellent care to groups.

Is the food at Imperial Cathay delicious?

The food is described as delicious, with great taste, especially the broccoli and eggplant with garlic sauce dishes.

Does Imperial Cathay have vegetarian options?

Yes, Imperial Cathay has a good amount of selections, including vegetarian options.

How is the cleanliness of Imperial Cathay?

The restaurant and restrooms are described as very clean.

Can I request special preparation for my meal at Imperial Cathay?

Yes, you can request anything to be steamed, and also upgrade your main course to a full set meal.

How is the food temperature at Imperial Cathay?

Some customers have reported that the food can be lukewarm, especially for large groups.

What is the price range for entrees at Imperial Cathay?

Entrees are around $16, but some customers feel that the quality does not match the price.

How is the quality of the food at Imperial Cathay?

Some customers have reported that the food quality has changed over time and may not be as good as it used to be.

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Are the portion sizes at Imperial Cathay satisfying?

Some customers have reported that the portion sizes are small, with maybe 7 bites of chicken in a Mongolian chicken dish.

Are the dishes at Imperial Cathay spicy?

The spicy dishes are not very spicy, and some customers have reported that the food is on the sweet side.

Can I get a good experience at Imperial Cathay for a group luncheon?

Yes, Imperial Cathay is considered to be one of the best places for a group luncheon, with excellent service and hot, fresh food.

How is the soup at Imperial Cathay?

The hot and sour soup has been reported to have an unmistakable flavor of Tabasco, which may not be desirable for all customers.

📍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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Retail & Shopping
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Transportation & Automotive
2
Personal Care & Beauty
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Financial Services
1
Professional Services
1

20 nearby places across 7 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

20 places nearby (finance, food, government, personal care, professional)

Banking

Bank One

Bank

1671 East 70th Street

~0.5 miMo-Th 09:00-18:00, Sa 09:00-13:00

Restaurants

Subway

Fast Food

6550 Youree Drive

~600 ft09:00-21:00
+1 318-795-0711Website
McAlister's Deli

Restaurant

1671 East 70th Street

~0.5 miMo-Su 10:30-21:00
+1-318-797-1232Website
Sonic

Fast Food

1681 East 70th Street

~0.5 miSu-Th 06:00-23:00, Fr-Sa 06:00-00:00
+1 318-798-1916Website
Dunkin'

Fast Food

5705 Youree Drive

~0.5 mi05:00-20:00
+1 318-861-1511Website
The Pearl Shreveport

Restaurant

~0.6 mi
The Pearl Shreveport

Restaurant

~0.6 mi

Grocery & Markets

Whole Foods Market

Supermarket

1380 East 70th Street

~0.5 miMo-Su 08:00-21:00
+1 318-462-9895Website

Bakeries & Desserts

Crumbl Cookies

Pastry

~0.5 mi

Postal services

The UPS Store

Post Office

~0.5 mi

Beauty & spa

Oasis Nail Spa

Beauty

6570 Youree Dr, #200

~780 ft
+1-318-795-0709Website
Spa Concepts Salon and Spa

Beauty

~1040 ft

Real estate services

Property management

Property Management

~0.2 mi

General retail

Marshalls

Department Store

~0.2 mi
TJ Maxx

Department Store

~0.5 mi

Clothing & fashion

American Eagle Outfitters

Clothes

~0.5 mi

Home & garden

Bed Bath & Beyond

Houseware

~0.6 mi

Electronics & technology

Best Buy

Electronics

7080 Youree Drive

~0.6 mi
+1 318-524-2876Website

Vehicle services

Car wash

Car Wash

~0.2 mi

Other transportation

Infiniti

Car

~0.5 mi