China New Buffet
InlandA small-town Chinese buffet on Route 27 in Rockwood that punches above its category with fresh food and a genuinely warm staff.
China New Buffet is not trying to be anything it is not. The room is small with older booths that have the character of long use. The buffet bar is on the smaller side. What the place delivers consistently is hot food, a genuinely pleasant staff, and prices that reflect what a local buffet should cost. First-time visitors from out of town regularly leave pleasantly surprised.
The teriyaki chicken and honey chicken are the reasons to return. The lo mein is the most-praised single item on the bar. The food is fresh and well-stocked, with staff checking and replenishing the bar throughout service. The dining room plays Christian worship music. A carry-out bar option is available, sold by weight.
Takeout occasionally runs oily; the carry-out packaging is less ideal than the dine-in experience. For first visits, eating in the dining room is the better call.
Tips
- Arrive mid-service rather than right at open for the best selection on the bar.
- The lo mein and the teriyaki chicken are the consistent anchors; start there.
- Carry-out is available by weight at the bar for those who want to take it elsewhere.
- Closed Mondays.
What people love
- Lo mein called out as some of the best in the area.
- Teriyaki chicken and honey chicken, often unavailable elsewhere on the same bar.
- A staff that greets quickly and keeps the bar restocked during service.
- Prices that stay below most comparable alternatives.
- A homey local atmosphere that feels less transactional than chain buffets.
What to know
- The buffet bar is smaller than national chain equivalents; selection is focused, not exhaustive.
- Closed Mondays.
- Carry-out by weight is available; the dine-in experience is more reliable than takeout.
- Christian worship music plays in the dining room.
Best time
Midday on a weekday for the freshest bar rotation and a quieter room. Weekend lunch can get busy given the limited seating.
First visit
Go for the lo mein, teriyaki chicken, and honey chicken. Sit in the dining room rather than ordering carry-out on your first visit.
Location
Frequently asked
When is China New Buffet open?
Open Tuesday through Sunday 11 AM to 9 PM; closed Mondays.
How do I get to China New Buffet?
Go for the lo mein, teriyaki chicken, and honey chicken. Sit in the dining room rather than ordering carry-out on your first visit.
What should I know before visiting China New Buffet?
The buffet bar is smaller than national chain equivalents; selection is focused, not exhaustive.
Last updated: April 30, 2026