China Boy in Washington, DC

4.4(663)Washington, DC
Under the Radar
Solid choice

Rated 4.4 stars based on 663 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Families

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Washington, DC • 4.4★
China Boy in Northwest Washington, District of Columbia is a top choice for all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet enthusiasts. With a 4.4-star rating based on 663 reviews, this restaurant consistently delivers on its promise of delicious flavors and generous portions. From quick bites to satisfying meals, China Boy offers an array of dine-in and takeout options, making it a versatile choice for locals and visitors alike. Really kind staff and a cozy atmosphere add to the overall experience, making it a great spot for families and groups of all sizes. Be prepared to enjoy a culinary journey with their diverse selection of dishes, including their popular shumai and popcorn chicken.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
815 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA, Northwest Washington, Washington, District of Columbia
Phone
(202) 371-1661
Today
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Rating
4.4 (663 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

🦀Fresh seafood

Quality crab and seafood options

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

View reviews →

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

8 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

**Popcorn Chicken**×2Price Range Of Dishes×2Beef Brisket With Noodle SoupRice Noodle RollsShrimp Chow Fun

Also mentioned

Popular **Shumai**Seating AreaService

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 27/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score27/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
7/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 28/100 · 2 positive signals
Full night out score28/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
3/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

👍 4.3 weighted · 663 reviews
4.3weighted · raw 4.4 from 663 reviews( 0.07 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median663 / 593 median
02,965 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
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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 (4.26) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2965+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Popular Times

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Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
RestroomGood For KidsWaiter ServiceWheelchair accessibleQR code menus availableAccessible parking near entrance

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualQuietDiveyClassyGood for kidsGood for groups

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
BreakfastLunchDinnerLunchDinnerSolo dining

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsCateringDrive-through

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
Debit Cards

Highlights

Special features
Serves local specialty

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
Comfort foodQuick biteSmall plates

Popular Dishes

15 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Beef Chow Foon / 干炒牛河$16.50117 mentions
  • Shrimp Rice Noodle Crepe / 鲜虾肠$6.9947 mentions
  • Grandma's Beef Noodles / 渣渣牛肉粉 🌶️$16.9547 mentions
  • BBQ Pork Bun /char Siu Bao / 叉 烧 包$5.9939 mentions
  • Roasted Pork Chow Foon / 叉烧炒河$16.5028 mentions
  • Chicken Chow Foon / 鸡炒河$16.5017 mentions
  • Pork Belly Q Buns / 荷叶包$6.9916 mentions
  • Shrimp Chow Foon / 虾炒河$16.5015 mentions
  • Combination Lo Mein / 什锦捞面$17.5011 mentions
  • Beef Rice Noodle Crepe / 牛肉肠$6.9911 mentions
  • Crystal Shrimp Dumpling / 水晶蝦餃$7.999 mentions
  • Roasted Pork Rice Noodle Crepe / 叉烧肠$6.999 mentions
  • Plain Rice Noodle Crepe / 净斋肠$2.509 mentions
  • Beef Brisket Chow Foon / 牛腩炒河$16.507 mentions
  • Beef Tripe Noodle Soup / 牛杂汤粉$15.957 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

47 items with prices
  • Grandma's Beef Noodles / 渣渣牛肉粉 🌶️$16.95

    Grandma's Beef Noodle(No soup,Spicy)**"Grandma's Fiery Legacy** Fresh rice noodles tossed with wok-seared minced beef, caramelized chili aroma replicating childhood summers, where every spicy bite whispers stories from her wooden kitchen"**

  • Crispy Fried Tofu 香酥炸豆腐$15.99

    Premium firm tofu, fried to golden perfection--crispy outside and tender inside. Seasoned with cumin, topped with minced garlic, scallions, and cilantro, then finished with our Chinaboy Signature Sauce for a bold, aromatic flavor. 过敏提醒 / Allergy Notice含蒜头、青葱、香菜 / Contains garlic, scallions, and cilantro.

  • Braised Pork Trotter Rice 猪脚饭 🌶️$17.50

    Tender pork trotters, slow-braised to perfection, rich in flavor and collagen, paired with fragrant steamed rice and fresh seasonal greens. A hearty dish that is both delicious and nourishing.Perfect for the autumn season, this dish not only satisfies your appetite but also provides a collagen boost for your skin and overall wellness. Available weekends only in September -- don't miss out! Limited servings daily. First come, first served!

  • Crab Roe Pork and shrimp Shumai(4pc) 蟹籽猪肉虾烧麦$8.50

    Steamed dumplings filled with crab roe and pork shrimp.(4pc)

  • Steam Pork Dumpling / 蒸 饺 子$7.99

    6 pc.

  • Fried Pork Dumpling / 鍋 貼$7.99

    6 pc.

  • Crystal Shrimp Dumpling / 水晶蝦餃$7.99

    Crystal Shrimp Dumpling 6 pc.

  • Pork Belly Q Buns / 荷叶包$6.99

    2 pc.

  • Beef Rice Noodle Crepe / 牛肉肠$6.99

    Handmade Wide-flat rice noodle , beef roll.

  • Shrimp Rice Noodle Crepe / 鲜虾肠$6.99

    Handmade Wide-flat rice noodle soft , shrimp roll.

  • Roasted Pork Rice Noodle Crepe / 叉烧肠$6.99

    Handmade Wide-flat rice noodle saft . roasted pork roll.

  • Zha Liang / 炸两$6.99

    Deep-Fried Dough Sticks Noodle Crepe

  • Plain Rice Noodle Crepe / 净斋肠$2.50

    Wide-flat rice noodle soft.

  • Sticky Rice Chicken / 糯米鸡$7.25

    1 pc , Contains mushrooms , chicken , sausage , scallops .dried lotus leaves outside..

  • Chicken Jumbo Bao / 怀旧雞球大包$6.95

    A Cantonese Chicken jumbo Bao is the PERFECT breakfast meal or afternoon snack for everyone. in: chicken, eggs, vegetables, celery, Cantonese sausage.

  • Garlic Spicy Wings / 蒜 香 鸡 翅$9.99

    Spicy.

  • Fish Ball Soup / 福州鱼丸汤$9.99

    **Simple yet complex layers**There is no meat filling, but the umami taste of fish, the delicious broth and the aromatic ingredients linger in layers.

  • Wonton Soup (5pc)/云 吞 汤$9.99

    Hong Kong style Wonton Soup . Pork, shrimp, mushrooms, soy sauce.5pc

  • BBQ Pork Bun /Char Siu Bao / 叉 烧 包$5.99

    Hong Kong Style Char Siu Bao 1pc.

  • Crispy Fried Tofu /香酥炸豆腐$15.99

    Premium firm tofu, fried to golden perfection--crispy outside and tender inside. Seasoned with cumin, topped with minced garlic, scallions, and cilantro, then finished with our Chinaboy Signature Sauce for a bold, aromatic flavor. 过敏提醒 / Allergy Notice含蒜头、青葱、香菜 / Contains garlic, scallions, and cilantro.

  • Steamed Spare Ribs with Garlic Black Bean Sauce/豉汁蒸排骨$8.50

    Tender spare ribs smothered in a savory garlic black bean sauce.

  • Steamed Vegetable Bun 三鲜菜包子 🍃$5.99

    Steamed Vegetable BunSoft and fluffy steamed buns packed with a savory, crunchy filling of fresh celery, shiitake mushrooms, and sweet cabbage.

  • Beef Chow Foon / 干炒牛河$16.50

    Wide-flat rice noodle ,Bean sprout , Onions , green onions Succulent beef slices stir-fried with soft, springy rice noodles then seasoned with soy sauce, beef chow fun is a classic Cantonese delicacy not to miss.

  • Beef Brisket Chow Foon / 牛腩炒河$16.50

    Wide-flat rice noodle ,Bean sprout , Onions , green onion.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

663 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 663 reviews, with an average rating of 4.4 stars.
  • Review tags mention cash, beef chow fun, wall, and crepe.
  • Positive review text points to service, shrimp, dessert options, and fresh food.
  • Recent positive review text gives this page enough customer detail to compare it with nearby buffet options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

Does China Boy accept credit cards?

China Boy prefers cash, but they may accept card payments if ordered online first, and there may be a substantial upcharge if not paying with cash.

Is the seating area at China Boy spacious?

The seating area at China Boy is small and may be cramped, so be prepared to possibly not find seating, especially for groups larger than two people.

What are some popular dishes at China Boy?

Some popular dishes at China Boy include the rice noodle rolls, shrimp chow fun, beef brisket with noodle soup, and popcorn chicken.

Does China Boy have a lot of seating options?

No, China Boy has limited seating options, and some reviewers found the seating area to be small and cramped.

What is the price range of dishes at China Boy?

Dishes range from $8 to $13, with some options available for less than $10, but prices may be higher if not paying with cash.

Is the service at China Boy friendly?

Some reviewers found the service at China Boy to be friendly and kind, while others had negative experiences with the staff.

Are the dishes at China Boy made with fresh ingredients?

Some reviewers found the dishes at China Boy to be made with fresh ingredients, while others thought the food was not fresh.

Is China Boy a hidden gem?

Some reviewers consider China Boy to be a hidden gem, with delicious food and a unique experience.

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Is China Boy a good option for families with kids?

China Boy may be a good option for families with kids, as some reviewers mentioned that their kids enjoyed the food, but the small seating area may be a challenge.

Is China Boy a clean restaurant?

Some reviewers found China Boy to be clean, while others had concerns about the cleanliness of the restaurant, including the presence of flies.

Can I pay with a credit card at China Boy?

China Boy prefers cash, but they may accept card payments if ordered online first.

Does China Boy have vegetarian options?

Some reviewers mentioned ordering vegetarian dishes, such as Bokchoy in garlic sauce with steamed tofu, which they enjoyed.

Where is China Boy located?

China Boy is located at 815 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA, Northwest Washington, Washington, District of Columbia.

Is China Boy good?

China Boy is well-rated with 4.4 stars from 663 reviews.

🏙️Business District

Surrounded by offices and banks — ideal for a lunch break or after-work dinner.

Surrounded by offices and banks — ideal for a lunch break or after-work dinner.

Food & Dining
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Transportation & Automotive
16
Professional Services
12
Miscellaneous Services
10
Government & Public Services
8
Retail & Shopping
6

114 nearby places across 14 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Theaters & performance venues

Regal Gallery Place Stadium 14

Cinema

~500 ft

Museums & galleries

Artwork

Artwork

~870 ft

Banking

PNC Bank

Atm

~620 ft24/7
TD Bank

Bank

901 7th Street Northwest

~660 ftMo-We 09:00-17:00; Th-Fr 09:00-18:00; Sa 09:00-13:00;
HSBC

Bank

~740 ft
Capital One

Bank

732 7th Street Northwest

~760 ftMo-Fr 07:00-19:00; Sa,Su 11:00-19:00
EagleBank

Bank

700 K Street Northwest

~830 ftMo-Th 08:30-16:00; Fr 08:30-17:00; Sa-Su off
EagleBank

Atm

~840 ft

Restaurants

China Boy

Restaurant

815 6th Street Northwest

~40 ftTu off
Full Kee Restaurant

Restaurant

509 H Street Northwest

~170 ft
Momiji

Restaurant

505 H Street Northwest

~190 ft
All About Burger

Fast Food

501 H Street Northwest

~200 ftMo-We,Su 10:00-22:00, Th-Sa 10:00-03:00
Jackey Cafe

Restaurant

611 H Street Northwest

~300 ftMo-Th 19:00-02:30; Fr-Sa 19:00-04:30; Su 19:00-02:30
Joy Luck House Bakery & Cafe

Restaurant

748 6th Street Northwest

~310 ftMo off; Tu-Su 10:30-20:30
Chinatown Express

Restaurant

746 6th Street Northwest

~330 ft10:00-21:00
Wok and Roll

Restaurant

604 H Street Northwest

~360 ft
PHO 88

Restaurant

607 H Street Northwest

~370 ftMo-Sa 11:00-22:00; Su 12:00-21:00
Deli by PHO 88

Restaurant

608 H Street Northwest

~370 ft
Spice 6

Fast Food

740 6th Street Northwest

~380 ft11:00-22:00
Tony Cheng's Seafood Restaurant

Restaurant

619 H Street Northwest

~380 ft

Cafes & Coffee

Sharetea

Cafe

519 H Street Northwest

~160 ftMo 10:30-21:00; Tu-We,Th,Fr 10:45-21:00; Sa 11:00-21:00; Su 10:30-21:00
La Colombe Coffee Roasters

Cafe

900 6th Street Northwest

~300 ftMo-Fr 07:00-18:00; Sa,Su 08:00-18:00
Capital One Cafe

Cafe

734 7th Street Northwest

~770 ftMo-Fr 07:00-19:00; Sa,Su 11:00-19:00
Joe & The Juice

Cafe

400 K Street Northwest

~0.2 miMo-Su 07:00-19:00

Grocery & Markets

Chinatown Market

Convenience

521 H Street Northwest

~160 ft
Gallery Market & Cafe

Convenience

450 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest

~350 ft
7-Eleven

Convenience

504 K Street Northwest

~700 ft

Bars & Pubs

H Street Fine Wines & Liquors

Alcohol

~310 ft
Chinatown Liquor

Alcohol

602 H Street Northwest

~320 ft
Irish Channel

Pub

500 H Street Northwest

~340 ftSu-Mo 11:00-23:00; Tu-Th 11:00-01:30; Fr-Sa 11:00-02:30
Crimson

Bar

627 H Street Northwest

~500 ft
Tipsy Scoop

Bar

675 I Street Northwest

~580 ftTh-Su 13:00-22:00
Present Company Public House

Pub

438 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest

~660 ftTu-Th 17:00-23:30; Fr 17:00-01:00, Sa 11:00-01:00, Su 11:00-21:00
Free State

Bar

501 G Street Northwest

~700 ft
Select Reserves

Alcohol

500 K Street Northwest

~710 ft
Eye Street Cellars

Wine

425 I Street Northwest

~730 ftMo-We 11:00-20:00; Th 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-21:00; Su 11:00-18:00
Jackpot

Bar

726 7th Street Northwest

~810 ftMo-Th,Su 16:00-02:00, Fr-Sa 16:00-03:00
Bulldog

Bar

713 H Street Northwest

~870 ftTu-Th,Su 16:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 16:00-01:00

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~770 ft
Recycling center

Recycling

~770 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~980 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~990 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~990 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~1010 ft

Public facilities

Drinking water

Drinking Water

~1010 ft

Government offices

Department of Veterans Affairs

Government

801 I Street Northwest

~1030 ft

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Walgreens

Chemist

801 7th Street Northwest

~620 ftMo-Su 07:00-24:00
CVS Pharmacy

Chemist

~1010 ft

Primary care

MyEyeDr.

Doctors

650 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest

~720 ftSa-Su off

Other services

Psychic Of Washington DC

Psychic

817 6th Street Northwest

~50 ft
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~720 ft
FedEx Office

Copyshop

650 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest

~760 ftMo-Fr 09:00-19:00; Sa 10:00-18:00
Stadium Chasers DC

Outpost

520 G Street Northwest

~810 ft
Vacant

Vacant

717 H Street Northwest

~920 ft
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~1010 ft
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~1050 ft
Ticket

Ticket

~0.2 mi
Mass Court Cleaners

Dry Cleaning

~0.2 mi
Loading Dock

Loading Dock

~0.2 mi

Beauty & spa

Golden Nails

Beauty

517 H Street Northwest

~160 ftMo-Fr 10:00-19:30; Sa 10:00-19:00; Su 11:00-17:00
Aura Spa

Beauty

445 K Street Northwest

~1040 ftMo-Fr 10:00-21:00; Sa-Su 10:00-19:00
Varnish Lane

Beauty

400 K Street Northwest

~0.2 miMo-Fr 10:00-19:00; Sa-Su 09:00-18:00

Hair services

Popular Cuts

Hairdresser

926 5th Street Northwest

~650 ft

Logistics & shipping

Washington Trucking Company

Logistics

810 5th Street Northwest

~120 ft

Professional services

Chinatown Service Center

Company

504 I Street Northwest

~140 ft
American Apparel & footwear association

Company

740 6th Street Northwest

~360 ft
MCRA

Company

803 7th Street Northwest

~630 ft
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)

Company

900 7th Street Northwest

~770 ft
the mark

Coworking

718 7th Street Northwest

~850 ft
WeWork

Coworking

700 K Street Northwest

~1010 ft

Legal services

DC Wage Law

Lawyer

519 H Street Northwest

~160 ft
Brownstone Law

Lawyer

455 Massachusetts Ave NW

~620 ft
Arnold & Porter LLP

Lawyer

601 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest

~670 ftMo-Fr 08:30-17:00
Outten & Golden LLP

Lawyer

601 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest

~760 ftMo-Fr 09:00-18:00

Marketing & advertising

Destination DC

Advertising Agency

901 7th Street Northwest

~630 ft

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~1010 ft
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Bench

~1020 ft
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Bench

~1020 ft
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~1020 ft
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Bench

~1020 ft
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Bench

~1030 ft

Places of worship

Assemblys Church

Place Of Worship

~110 ft
Temple Of Cun Yum

Place Of Worship

805 6th Street Northwest

~130 ft
Chinese Community Church

Place Of Worship

504 I Street Northwest

~150 ft
The Chinese Community Church

Place Of Worship

500 I Street Northwest

~170 ft
Greater New Hope Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.2 mi

Specialty stores

Granny ZA's

Cannabis

~160 ft
Dispensary Near Me

Cannabis

~410 ft
New Da Hsin Trading

Gift

811 7th Street Northwest

~590 ft
Kinfolk

Cannabis

433 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest

~660 ft
Monko

Cannabis

444 K Street Northwest

~860 ft
Tobacco shop

Tobacco

715 H Street Northwest

~890 ft

Community associations

Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association

Association

510 I Street Northwest

~130 ft
Greenpeace USA

Ngo

702 H Street Northwest

~810 ft

Gyms & fitness centers

Planet Fitness

Fitness Centre

783 7th Street Northwest

~640 ftMo-Th 05:00-22:00; Fr 05:00-21:00; Sa-Su 07:00-19:00
Bhakti

Fitness Centre

928 5th Street Northwest

~670 ft
Orangetheory Fitness

Fitness Centre

425 I Street, Northwest

~850 ft
Equinox

Fitness Centre

800 K Street Northwest

~1030 ftMo-Th 05:30-22:00; Fr 05:30-21:00; Sa-Su 08:00-19:00

Sports facilities

Vida Fitness

Sports Centre

445 K Street Northwest

~1050 ftMo-Fr 05:00-22:00; Sa-Su 07:00-21:00

Vehicle rentals

5th St and Massachusetts Ave NW

Bicycle Rental

~330 ft24/7
5th St and K St NW

Bicycle Rental

~990 ft24/7
7th and K St NW

Bicycle Rental

~990 ft24/7
Zipcar

Car Sharing

~1010 ft
8th and H St NW

Bicycle Rental

~1030 ft24/7
Hertz

Car Rental

~1040 ftMo-Fr 07:30-18:00; Sa 09:00-12:00

Parking facilities

Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~430 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~500 ft
Parking facility

Parking

~640 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~680 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~720 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~800 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~840 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~850 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~870 ft
Parking facility

Parking

~890 ft

Travel agencies

Focus Travel Agency

Travel Agency

~160 ft