Panda Buffet - Chariton

Chinese, Lunch, Buffet
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Panda Buffet

Panda Buffet
4.0 / 5 (531 reviews)

Description

A family-owned, budget-friendly Chinese restaurant praised for bright, flavorful dishes like egg drop soup, black pepper chicken, and shrimp fried rice. Regulars applaud attentive service, reliable takeout, and generous portions. The small dine-in space can feel dim and dated, and the buffet has been reported understocked and lukewarm at times; restrooms and decor could use updates. Plenty of free parking makes it convenient, though occasional payment-processing problems have been noted. Overall: tasty, affordable homestyle Chinese with some inconsistencies in buffet upkeep and venue maintenance.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Michael

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★ 4 / 5 from 531 reviews
george-ashe-1
29.10.2023

It was not stocked up like the picture displays by a long shot not much to say typical fried cat house. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20 Food: 3 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3

shawn-lewis-office04
29.10.2023

**Meal Type:** Dinner **Price Range:** $10–20 **Food:** ★★★★★ **Service:** ★★★★★ **Atmosphere:** ★★★★★ I highly recommend this restaurant for dinner! The Egg Drop Soup was delicious and perfectly seasoned, while the Black Pepper Chicken was simply outstanding. Both dishes showcased incredible flavors and freshness. The service was impeccable, with friendly and attentive staff ensuring a pleasant dining experience. The atmosphere of the restaurant was inviting, making it a great place to relax and enjoy your meal. Overall, a fantastic dining experience that I would definitely recommend!

lyle-ehlers
29.10.2023

Meal Type: Lunch Price Range: $10–20 per person Food Rating: 4/5 Service Rating: 5/5 Atmosphere Rating: 4/5 I highly recommend trying the Salad Bar, Vegetable Chow Mein, Black Pepper Chicken, and the Chicken or Beef with Mixed Vegetables. Parking: There’s ample parking available with a free parking lot.

michael-priest-4
23.02.2025

Panda Buffet has a generously stocked buffet of great food. Members of the staff are helpful and cheery. I have had several pleasant dining experiences her and feel certain that you will too. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Salad Bar

kathy-silvestre
23.02.2025

Buffet was ok. Food was Luke warm, place is very dark and not many options on buffet. Very small buffet Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 3 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4

Menu

  • Combination Plate

    Shrimp Head On & Snow Crab Legs
    Shrimp Head On & Snow Crab Legs
    $24.1
    Shrimp Head On & Lobster Tail
    Shrimp Head On & Lobster Tail
    $29.9
    Snow Crab Leg & Crawfish
    Snow Crab Leg & Crawfish
    $20.7
    Crawfish & Mussel
    Crawfish & Mussel
    $13.8
    Mussel & Snow Crab Leg
    Mussel & Snow Crab Leg
    $33.3
    Snow Crab Leg & Lobster Tail
    Snow Crab Leg & Lobster Tail
    $19.5

FAQ

You can watch major sports events on a screen / TV right in the restaurant.

The restaurant is accessible and can therefore also be used with a wheelchair or physical limitations.

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