China Panda Buffet
Near the lakeA family-run Chinese buffet in Spring City that is cleaner, friendlier, and more carefully managed than its strip-mall address suggests.
China Panda Buffet is the kind of restaurant where the family running it will go out of their way for a guest who needs a hand. The dining room is managed personally, and the service culture reflects that: staff check on tables, keep the buffet replenished, and make first-time visitors feel welcome. The hot and sour soup is the standout single item on the menu. The BBQ pork on a stick and the coconut shrimp are worth seeking out. The buffet selection is fresh and well-stocked, with items rotating regularly.
The pricing is clear: under $14 per person for the buffet, with a drink included. A pay-by-weight takeout option is available as well. For Spring City, China Panda fills a genuine gap and has built a weekly-regulars base in a town that needed a consistent restaurant.
A few things to know: the tap water runs off, so use the included soft drink. Takeout quality can be inconsistent on some items. Holiday pricing has been applied without advance notice on at least one occasion. The parking lot and dining room are both clean.
Tips
- The hot and sour soup is the standout; order a bowl before the buffet.
- Drink the included soft drink rather than the tap water, which has been noted as off.
- The BBQ pork on a stick is a buffet item worth seeking out when it is available.
- Takeout is available by weight; call ahead to confirm availability.
- Closed Mondays.
What people love
- Hot and sour soup that is some of the best in the area.
- A family that runs the room personally and checks on every table.
- A clean dining room and consistently replenished buffet bar.
- Prices under $14 per person with drink included.
- Staff who are genuinely warm and attentive, including to families with small children.
What to know
- Closed Mondays.
- Tap water has been noted as poor; use the included drink instead.
- Holiday pricing has been applied without advance notice on at least one occasion.
- Takeout by weight is an option but quality consistency on takeout items has been mixed.
Best time
Tuesday through Thursday at lunch when the buffet is freshly stocked and the room is at its quietest. The opening at 10:30 AM Tuesday through Friday makes it one of the earliest available lunch options in Spring City.
First visit
Start with the hot and sour soup, then work through the buffet looking for the BBQ pork on a stick and the coconut shrimp.
With kids
The family is specifically noted as welcoming to children and to families with very young kids. The buffet format gives kids the agency to pick their own plates.
Signature items
- Hot and Sour Soup
- BBQ Pork on a Stick
Location
Frequently asked
When is China Panda Buffet open?
Open Tuesday through Sunday; closed Mondays. Hours are 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM Tuesday through Friday, and 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM Saturday and Sunday.
Is China Panda Buffet good for families with kids?
The family is specifically noted as welcoming to children and to families with very young kids. The buffet format gives kids the agency to pick their own plates.
How do I get to China Panda Buffet?
Start with the hot and sour soup, then work through the buffet looking for the BBQ pork on a stick and the coconut shrimp.
What should I order at China Panda Buffet?
The signature orders are Hot and Sour Soup, BBQ Pork on a Stick.
What should I know before visiting China Panda Buffet?
Closed Mondays.
Last updated: April 30, 2026