Summer Palace Restaurant in Waco, TX

3.8(2,179)10.56 - 14.49Waco, TX
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3.8-star rating from 2179 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

Waco, TX • Price 10.56 - 14.49 • 3.8★
In Waco, Texas, you'll find Summer Palace Restaurant, a top-rated Chinese buffet destination that serves lunch and dinner. With an impressive 3.8-star rating based on 2,179 reviews, this eatery is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Here, you can indulge in an all-you-can-eat spread of fresh and tasty dishes, including vegetarian options and desserts. Whether you dine in, take out, or opt for delivery, Summer Palace Restaurant offers a convenient and delicious experience. Reviewers rave about the food, saying it's 'amazing every time' and 'really good.' With a wide range of services, including credit card acceptance, parking, and reservations, this restaurant is the perfect choice for your next meal.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
1201 Hewitt Dr, Waco, TX 76712, USA, Baylor Heights, Waco, Texas
Phone
(254) 666-0806
Today
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Price
10.56 - 14.49
Rating
3.8 (2,179 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

✨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

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 10:00 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

Pricing

Price range 10.56 - 14.49
Price range10.56 - 14.49
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
TV AvailableGood For GroupsGood For KidsWaiter ServiceCurbside PickupDogs Allowed

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
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Reviews

2,179 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

How much does the buffet cost per person?

The buffet costs $17.99 per person, according to one review, although another review mentions a total of $46 for 2 adults and a child, and $48 for two people

Is the food at the buffet fresh and of good quality?

Some reviewers have reported that the food is not fresh and of poor quality, with some items being reheated multiple times and others being inedible

How is the service at Summer Palace Restaurant?

Reviewers have reported poor service, with servers being uninterested and unprofessional, and some even feeling racially biased treatment

Are there any issues with the food being undercooked or containing unexpected items?

One reviewer found something hard and unidentifiable in their sausage, and another reviewer mentioned that the shrimp were not deveined

Is the restaurant welcoming to all customers?

One reviewer felt that the hostess and waitress were judgmental and intrusive, and that they experienced racially biased treatment

How is the takeaway service at Summer Palace Restaurant?

One reviewer had a negative experience with the takeaway service, finding the food to be dry and old, and the staff to be rude

Are the prices at Summer Palace Restaurant accurate?

One reviewer found that the prices online were inaccurate, and that the buffet ended up being $17.99 per person

How is the delivery service at Summer Palace Restaurant?

One reviewer had a negative experience with the delivery service, finding the food to be of very low quality

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Are there any issues with the food being tough or rubbery?

One reviewer found the chicken and beef to be tough and rubbery in their delivery order

How is the variety of the buffet at Summer Palace Restaurant?

One reviewer found the buffet to have a limited selection of food, with several items being reheated multiple times

Are the staff at Summer Palace Restaurant friendly and helpful?

Some reviewers have reported that the staff are unfriendly and unhelpful, with one reviewer being told to leave after complaining about the service

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Sports & recreation

Track

Track

~0.5 mi

Vehicle services

Car wash

Car Wash

~0.3 mi

Fuel & charging stations

Gas station

Fuel

~0.2 mi