Chef Chen's Chinese Restaurant in Vacaville, CA

4.1(262)Vacaville, CA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.1 stars based on 262 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Consistently rated well
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Vacaville, CA • 4.1★
Chef Chen's Chinese Restaurant in Vacaville, California is a top destination for Chinese buffet enthusiasts, offering an all-you-can-eat dining experience that's hard to beat. With a 4.1-star rating and over 262 reviews, this restaurant has clearly won over the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Whether you're in the mood for lunch or dinner, Chef Chen's has a wide range of options to satisfy your cravings, including Mongolian chicken and Szechuan beef. And with its convenient dine-in, takeout, and delivery services, you can enjoy their delicious dishes from the comfort of your own home. Experience the best of Chinese cuisine at Chef Chen's Chinese Restaurant, where every meal is a culinary delight.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
751 E Monte Vista Ave, Vacaville, CA 95688, USA, Monte Vista, Vacaville, California
Phone
(707) 448-8822
Today
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Rating
4.1 (262 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

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Signature Dishes

6 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Food×4

Also mentioned

**Mongolian Chicken****Szechuan Beef**Price Of The Lunch SpecialServing SizesSpring Rolls

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Regional Specialist 🏮

Chinese regional cuisine · score 50/100
Authenticity score50/100
AuthenticSichuan

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Trusted Rating

🆕 3.9 weighted · 262 reviews
3.9weighted · raw 4.1 from 262 reviews(↓ 0.17 from raw)
Newly Discovered (Low Confidence)
Review volume vs. city median262 / 868 median
04,340 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.1) with the city average (3.88) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 4340+ 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 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Gender Neutral RestroomsGood For GroupsGood For KidsOpen To AllWaiter ServiceCurbside Pickup

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
Noise: Noise level

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices

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 Cards

Reviews

262 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the price of the lunch special at Chef Chen's?

The lunch special is $13.99 a plate, which one customer felt was a great value, saying 'can’t beat that in today’s economy'

Are the serving sizes at Chef Chen's large?

Yes, one customer reported that the serving sizes are large, saying 'one plate can feed 2 people'

Is the food at Chef Chen's authentic Chinese food?

One customer reported that Chef Chen's serves 'good authentic Chinese food', which is why they keep coming back

How long does it take to get your order ready at Chef Chen's?

One customer reported that their order was ready in 'less than 15 minutes'

What are some popular dishes at Chef Chen's?

Customers have mentioned enjoying the 'salt pepper chicken wings', 'mango chicken', 'fried chicken fillet', and 'Mongolian beef'

Is the food at Chef Chen's piping hot?

One customer reported that the food at Chef Chen's is 'always piping hot and delicious'

Have there been any changes in ownership at Chef Chen's?

Yes, customers have mentioned that Chef Chen's has 'changed owners' and that the 'new owners' have improved the food

Can you customize your order at Chef Chen's?

One customer reported being able to add chicken to their order, but noted that there was a communication failure with their order

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Is the food at Chef Chen's high in sodium?

One customer reported that their food was 'heavy on sodium'

How would you describe the flavor of the food at Chef Chen's?

One customer reported that the flavor of the food was good, but that it was 'too much' and that their order was wrong

Are the spring rolls at Chef Chen's good?

One customer reported that the spring rolls at Chef Chen's were 'well fried' and had a 'pleasant garlic taste'

Is the food at Chef Chen's spicy?

One customer reported that the food at Chef Chen's was 'spicy, but not too spicy'

🏘️Suburban Center

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

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Transportation & Automotive
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Recreation & Entertainment
5
Professional Services
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4
Healthcare & Medical
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~830 ft
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~0.5 mi

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~960 ft
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