Shu Restaurant in West Hartford, CT

4.6(570)West Hartford, CT
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Highly rated at 4.6 stars with 570 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Large groups
  • Quick meals
  • Families

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

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West Hartford, CT • 4.6★
Experience the Best Chinese Buffet in West Hartford, Connecticut at Shu Restaurant, where all-you-can-eat options await. With a 4.6-star rating and over 570 reviews, this renowned Chinese restaurant has earned its reputation for serving delicious and authentic dishes. Reviewers rave about the generous portions, with one guest mentioning they received two soups instead of one without extra charge. Another highlight is the extensive menu, which includes popular options like Kung Pao Chicken and Shredded Pork, all prepared with Sichuan flair. Whether you're in the mood for lunch or dinner, Shu Restaurant is the perfect destination for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Visit their website at https://www.shurestaurantusa.com to learn more about their dine-in, takeout, and delivery services.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
156 Shield St, West Hartford, CT 06110, USA, Blue Hills, West Hartford, Connecticut
Phone
(860) 519-1740
Today
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Rating
4.6 (570 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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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

Popular Options Like Kung Pao Chicken×3Shredded Pork×3All Prepared With **Sichuan Flair**×2Peppercorn A Key Ingredient In Shu Restaurant'S Dishes×2Generous PortionsHotMongolian BeefSour Soup

Also mentioned

Atmosphere LikeDumplings

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Regional Specialist 🏮

Sichuan regional cuisine · score 60/100
Authenticity score60/100
AuthenticSichuan

Regional dishes detected

Kung PaoHot And Sour

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Trusted Rating

👍 4.4 weighted · 570 reviews
4.4weighted · raw 4.6 from 570 reviews(↓ 0.16 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median570 / 570 median
02,850 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
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1★

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 (4.6) with the city average (4.28) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2850+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

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

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
TV AvailableGood For GroupsGood For KidsOutdoor SeatingWaiter ServiceVegan options

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
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Popular Dishes

6 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Dan Dan Mein (peanut Sauce)《担担面》$9.9556 mentions
  • Dry Stir-fried Pork Belly with Wild Mushroom《干煸茶树菇》$19.9528 mentions
  • Twice Cooked Pork Fried Rice🌶️《回锅肉炒饭》$13.9523 mentions
  • Chong Qing Chicken《重庆辣子鸡》$18.959 mentions
  • Fu Chi Fei Pian 《夫妻肺片》$11.958 mentions
  • Dry Pot Delight《麻辣干香锅》$29.956 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

94 items with prices
  • Stew Seafood Dressed with Tender Tofu and Pickle《磨盘鲜豆花》$24.95

    With shrimps, scallops, squid and fish filet

  • Fu Chi Fei Pian 《夫妻肺片》$11.95

    Sliced beef, beef tendon,beef trip,cilantro,Chinese celery, peanuts and sesame oil with chili sauce

  • Beef Tripe & Chili Sauce《干拌牛肚》$11.95

    With peanuts and cilantro.

  • Beef Tendon in Chili Sauce《麻辣牛筋》$11.95

    With sesame oil and scallions.

  • Beef Tendon with Dried Tofu《豆干牛筋》$11.95

    With scallions in chili sauce

  • Sliced Beef in Chili Sauce《麻辣牛肉》$11.95

    With sesame oil and scallions.

  • Crispy Shredded Beef (Warm)《脆皮牛肉丝》$11.95

    With shredded beef, shredded carrots, shredded Chinese celery and red peppers.

  • Mouth Watering Pork《成都风味白肉》$10.95

    Sliced pork bellies and cucumber in a slightly sweet and spicy garlic sauce.

  • Shredded Duck with Pickled Ginger《仔姜鸭丝》$10.95

    With Chinese celery and scallions.

  • Salt & Pepper Cuttle Fish 《椒盐鱿鱼》$11.95

    (Warm dish) With black pepper, red and green peppers.

  • Peanuts with Dried Tofu《花仁豆干》$8.95

    Smoked dried tofu with peanuts tossed in a chili oil with scallions on top.

  • Mouth Watering Chicken《口水鸡》$9.95

    With bamboo shoots,peanuts and scallions in a cold spicy chili sauce.

  • House Style Diced Rabbit《花仁兔丁》$10.95

    With peanut,scallion in house black bean and red chili sauce.

  • Spareribs in Black Bean Sauce《豆豉排骨》$11.95

    (Warm dish) With scallion ,garlic and lettuce.

  • Chengdu Style Fava Bean《成都风味胡豆》$8.95

    With cucumber,spring onion in a house spicy chili sauce.

  • Small Seaweed Wonton Soup《紫菜云吞汤》$5.95

    Pork wontons in seaweed and dry shrimp chicken broth

  • Dan Dan Mein (Peanut Sauce)《担担面》$9.95

    Noodles in a flavorful broth with minced pork.

  • Corn Pie《玉米锅摊》$9.95

    Crepe like pancakes with fresh corn.

  • Scallion Pancakes《葱油抓饼》$9.95

    Crepe like pancakes with scallions.

  • Chengdu Dumplings《成都水饺》$9.95

    Chengdu style pork dumplings in a spicy garlic sauce.

  • 7 Flavor Wonton《怪味抄手》$9.95

    Steamed pork filled wontons with a spicy sesame peanut sauce and scallions.

  • Chengdu Wonton《红油抄手》$9.95

    Chengdu style pork wonton in a spicy garlic sauce.

  • Hot & Sour Wonton《酸辣抄手》$9.95

    Steamed pork filled wonton with a spicy sour sauce.

  • Chengdu Rice Bean Jello《成都凉粉》$9.95

    Rice bean jelly with cilantro , red chili oil and minced pork.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

570 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 570 reviews, with an average rating of 4.6 stars.
  • Positive review text points to value, service, and mongolian grill.
  • 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

Is the food at Shu Restaurant authentic Chinese cuisine?

According to reviews, the food at Shu Restaurant is considered authentic Chinese cuisine, with bold flavors and no Americanized shortcuts.

How would you describe the staff at Shu Restaurant?

The staff at Shu Restaurant are friendly, nice, and kind, although not everyone may speak English.

What types of dishes are available at Shu Restaurant?

Shu Restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including Kung Pao Chicken, Shredded pork, Hot and Sour Soup, and Mongolian beef.

Are the dishes at Shu Restaurant spicy?

Some dishes at Shu Restaurant can be spicy, but the level of spiciness can be adjusted to taste.

What is the atmosphere like at Shu Restaurant?

The atmosphere at Shu Restaurant is great, with a nice spot for spicy and flavorful food.

Is Shu Restaurant a good option for those looking for flavorful food?

Yes, according to reviews, Shu Restaurant offers flavorful food with layered sauces and depth.

Is Shu Restaurant a good option for those looking for authentic Chinese comfort food?

Yes, according to reviews, Shu Restaurant delivers authentic Chinese comfort food with bold flavors and perfect balance.

Are there any nearby attractions or amenities?

Yes, there is an Asian grocery store called A Dong in the same complex as Shu Restaurant.

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Can you customize the level of spiciness in your dishes at Shu Restaurant?

Yes, according to reviews, you can order less or more spicy depending on your tastes.

What is the quality of the noodles at Shu Restaurant?

The noodles at Shu Restaurant have a perfect chew, according to reviews.

Are the dumplings at Shu Restaurant good?

Yes, the dumplings at Shu Restaurant are spot-on, according to reviews.

Is the peppercorn a key ingredient in Shu Restaurant's dishes?

Yes, according to reviews, the peppercorn is the MVP in their dishes.

Where is Shu Restaurant located?

Shu Restaurant is located at 156 Shield St, West Hartford, CT 06110, USA, Blue Hills, West Hartford, Connecticut.

Does Shu Restaurant offer delivery or takeout?

Shu Restaurant offers delivery, takeout, dine-in.

🏘️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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Banking

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+1 860-231-8082Website
Min Min Myanmar Market

Supermarket

881 New Britain Avenue

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+1 860 461 7785Website
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Supermarket

867 New Britain Avenue

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Hairdresser

875 New Britain Avenue

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Sports & outdoor

BiCi Co West

Bicycle

616 New Park Avenue

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+1 860-595-3211

General retail

Family Dollar

Variety Store

939 New Britain Avenue

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+1 959-710-5959Website
Dollar Tree

Variety Store

176 Newington Road

~0.5 miMo-Sa 09:00-21:00; Su 10:00-20:00
+1 860-221-3033Website

Specialty stores

Lotus Smoke Shop

Tobacco

869 New Britain Avenue

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+1 860 206 4688Website

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Elmwood Station

Bus Station

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