Chinese Gardens in Spokane, WA

3.8(540)Spokane, WA
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3.8-star rating from 540 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers
  • Romantic dinners

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Spokane, WA • 3.8★
In the heart of Spokane, Washington, Chinese Gardens presents an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet experience. This local favorite boasts an impressive 3.8-star rating from 540 reviews, showcasing its commitment to delivering an exceptional dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for servesDinner or servesLunch, their extensive menu caters to a wide range of tastes. With a quiet and visually appealing setting, it's an ideal spot for bringing a group or enjoying a romantic date night. Reviewers rave about the Thai tea, while others praise the variety of egg rolls, sweet and sour chicken, and crab wontons. With businessAcceptsCreditCards and parking convenience, Chinese Gardens is the perfect destination for a satisfying meal.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
5207 E Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99212, USA, Hillyard, Spokane, Washington
Phone
(509) 534-8491
Today
3:00 – 9:00 PM
Rating
3.8 (540 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

🍰Great desserts

Wide selection of sweets

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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**Crab Wontons****Sweet**Thai Tea**Sour Chicken**While Others Praise The Variety Of **Egg Rolls**

Also mentioned

AtmosphereOwners Of Chinese Gardens Responsive To Customer ComplaintsPortion SizesQuality Of The Service

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Trusted Rating

👍 3.9 weighted · 540 reviews
3.9weighted · raw 3.8 from 540 reviews(↑ 0.09 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median540 / 466.5 median
02,332.5 (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 (3.8) with the city average (4.00) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2332.5+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
3:00 – 9:00 PM
Sunday
3:00 – 8:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Good For GroupsGood For KidsTV AvailableAccepts credit cardsModerate noisePrivate lot parking

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for groupsGood for kidsNoise: Noise level

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Full Menu

105 items with prices
  • Appetizer Special Plate$19.95

    BBQ pork, baby egg rolls, and fried prawns.

  • Combination Fried Rice$19.95

    Fried rice cooked with mixed vegetables, green onions, bean sprouts, and egg.

  • Almond Chicken$17.95

    Fried boneless chicken covered with gravy. Served with steamed rice.

  • Special Garden Chow Mein$20.95

    Thin egg noodles stir fried with chicken, vegetables garnished with BBQ pork, and shrimp.

  • Generals Chicken$19.95

    Lightly fried boneless chicken sauteed in a spicy sweet and sour sauce with onions. Served with steamed rice.

  • BBQ Pork$14.95

    Served with 1 oz mustard, 1 oz seeds, 1 oz red sauce.

  • Egg Foo Young$4.50

    Chinese vegetable omelet pan fried and smothered in gravy.

  • Baby Egg Rolls$15.95

    Eight pieces. Pork filled. Served with sweet and sour sauce.

  • Fried Prawns$9.95

    choice of four or eight pieces. Served with Chinese Red Sauce for dipping.

  • Vegetarian Spring Rolls$9.25

    Choice of four or eight pieces. Served with sweet chili for dipping.

  • Egg Roll$4.25

    Vegetables and Pork. Served with Soy Sauce.

  • Fried Wontons$12.95

    Eight pieces. Crispy fried pastry filled with pork. Served with sweet and sour sauce for dipping.

  • Crab Wontons$15.95

    Eight pieces. Crab and cream cheese stuffed wontons. Served with sweet and sour sauce for dipping.

  • Pork Noodles Soup$16.95

    Chinese Noodles in a Tasty Soup Broth with Fresh Vegetables Topped with Chinese BBQ Pork.

  • Pork Fried Rice$18.95

    BBQ Pork Fried rice cooked with mixed vegetables, green onions, bean sprouts, and egg.

  • Bacon Fried Rice$18.95

    Bacon Fried rice cooked with mixed vegetables, green onions, bean sprouts, and egg.

  • Ham Fried Rice$18.95

    Ham Fried rice cooked with mixed vegetables, green onions, bean sprouts, and egg.

  • Chicken Fried Rice$18.95

    Chicken Fried rice cooked with mixed vegetables, green onions, bean sprouts, and egg.

  • Beef Fried Rice$18.95

    Beef Fried rice cooked with mixed vegetables, green onions, bean sprouts, and egg.

  • Shrimp Fried Rice$18.99

    Shrimp Fried rice cooked with mixed vegetables, green onions, bean sprouts, and egg.

  • Plain Fried Rice$12.95

    Rice and egg.

  • Soda Pop$4.25

    32 oz Fountain.

  • Iced Tea$4.25

    32 Oz. Unsweetened Tea.

  • Flavored Lemonade$4.95

    32. OZ Flavored Lemonade

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

540 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 540 reviews, with an average rating of 3.8 stars.
  • Positive review text points to crab, shrimp, and buffet selection.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the quality of the food at Chinese Gardens?

The food at Chinese Gardens is a mixed bag, with some dishes being good and others being bland or poorly prepared, as one reviewer found the fried rice to be burnt and another had prawns with the poop vein still in them.

Are the portion sizes at Chinese Gardens generous?

No, the portion sizes at Chinese Gardens are not generous, with one reviewer describing the amount of food as 'astonishingly small' for the price.

Is Chinese Gardens a good option for a date night or group outing?

Yes, Chinese Gardens is a good option for a date night or group outing, with a quiet and visually appealing setting, although the seating is mostly booths which may not be suitable for large groups.

What is the quality of the service at Chinese Gardens?

The service at Chinese Gardens is mixed, with one reviewer describing the waitress as 'really sweet', but another having a poor experience with the owners being 'cruel' and refusing to replace poorly prepared food.

Are there any vegetarian options at Chinese Gardens?

There are some vegetarian options at Chinese Gardens, such as the egg drop soup and noodles, but the options may be limited and not clearly marked, as one reviewer accidentally received pork in their dish.

Is Chinese Gardens a good option for families with kids?

Chinese Gardens may be a good option for families with kids, as the architecture is visually appealing to children and the egg flower soup is a hit with kids, but the food quality is mixed and may not be suitable for all tastes.

How much does it cost to eat at Chinese Gardens?

The cost of eating at Chinese Gardens can vary, but one reviewer paid $33 for a Pick Three Combo Dinner through DoorDash, which they felt was overpriced for the amount of food received.

Is the food at Chinese Gardens worth the price?

Some reviewers do not think the food at Chinese Gardens is worth the price, citing small portion sizes and poor food quality, while others find the food to be tasty but overpriced.

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Can you get food to go from Chinese Gardens?

Yes, you can get food to go from Chinese Gardens, as one reviewer ordered through DoorDash and had their food delivered.

Are the owners of Chinese Gardens responsive to customer complaints?

One reviewer had a poor experience with the owners, who they described as 'cruel' and unresponsive to their complaint about poorly prepared food.

Is the atmosphere at Chinese Gardens suitable for a romantic evening?

Yes, the atmosphere at Chinese Gardens is described as 'quiet' and 'visually appealing', making it a good option for a romantic evening.

📍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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