Red Wok Buffet

3434 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018, United States
+1 602-955-8889
$$$ Chinese restaurant , Buffet restaurant
(3227 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

If you're craving a vibrant feast of flavors in Phoenix, Red Wok Buffet is a delightful destination that captures the essence of Chinese cuisine in a lively buffet setting. Located at 3434 E Thomas Rd, this eatery is a treasure trove for enthusiasts of Asian flavors looking for versatility and value.

Red Wok Buffet offers a wide array of dishes designed to satisfy every palate. Imagine sinking your teeth into tender, succulent BBQ spare ribs that tantalize with their rich, smoky flavor, or indulging in sweet and sour chicken that strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. For those who enjoy a more understated experience, the plain steamed white rice provides a comforting base, accentuating the vibrant flavors of the more piquant offerings.

The buffet features an impressive selection, from pork noodles to a variety of perfectly cooked vegetables, ensuring that every plate can be a new culinary adventure. Not to forget, their seafood combinations offer a delightful twist for seafood lovers, and the assortment of sushi will keep you coming back for more. With prices starting at just $3.99 for a pound of Chicken or Beef Noodles and only $8.49 for Sashimi, it’s hard to beat the value Red Wok Buffet provides.

In terms of ambiance, the restaurant strikes a nice balance between casual and inviting. It’s the kind of place where groups can gather for a fun and relaxed meal. Guests frequently highlight the attentive service, an impressive feat for a buffet-style restaurant. Reviewers like Kerri Barrett appreciated the friendliness of the staff, ensuring that drinks were always topped off and questions were met with genuine warmth.

The dining experience is enhanced by the buffet's setup, with both booths for those seeking a bit more privacy and tables for easier access, accommodating both intimate dinners and lively gatherings. While opinions on the desserts vary, there is no denying the overall satisfaction that comes from a hearty meal where you can go back for seconds—and thirds—without worrying about the bill.

For an affordable, all-you-can-eat experience packed with flavor, Red Wok Buffet stands out as a local gem for anyone who loves Chinese food or is simply looking to fill their plates with delicious options. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself to a hearty meal, this establishment promises generous portions, good service, and, most importantly, a feast of flavors that beckons you to return.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Has all you can eat
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours

Monday

10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

10:30 AM - 9:30 PM

Saturday

10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

3227 Reviews
tank hanna

10 Sep 2025

First of all, it’s a buffet, so let’s level set the expectations. And it’s under $20 a head so we aren’t talking high end Vegas style options or service. Having said that, it’s a completely lovely place that is clearly trying to keep costs low while giving decent quality for a fair price. I tried several items across the board, but my favorite was the bbq ribs. A little on the tough side, but super tasty and plentiful. Lots of variety of the ‘Chinese’ food classics. The chicken in the 2 types I tried were considerably good quality- good pieces without a lot of fatty/tendon parts. And while I didn’t actually eat any shrimp/prawns, they were large and impressive- all those around me seemed super pleased with them. If I was a shrimp guy, I could easily get my moneys worth on these alone! Dessert was limited in option, but the massive amount of fresh fruit and really fresh looking salad bar options made that an acceptable trade off for anyone not super focused on after meal treats. Also, restrooms were exceptionally clean and nice. We will go again when we are super hungry and looking for a great value. Staff was friendly enough, if not a bit less attentive than a regular service restaurant. But as a buffet, it’s best they just stay out of the way of the hungry throngs anyway.

David Lewis

17 Aug 2025

I like to include a Chinese Buffet for dinner when I am traveling on vacation. They have a good selection of food and it is reasonably priced. The wait staff also was attentive to my needs.

ThisIsNotAlex

06 Aug 2025

Went here with a few friends. Was surprised by the price, even though it was dinner. However, I was even more surprised by the food. Some of the best Chinese food I’ve ever eaten in my life, and it was completely unlimited. The desserts are lacking a little bit, but the variety of normal food was great. I highly recommend this place to anybody who loves large amounts of Chinese food. Miles better than that Golden Coin Chinese Buffet down the road. There was sushi, chow mein, fried rice, orange chicken, Mongolian pork, beef and broccoli, the staples of Chinese food, but they also had more American foods like pizza, mashed potatoes, fries, chicken nuggets, so if little kids don’t like Chinese, they can still eat, not to mention the fruit. My only complaint is the price which was just over $20 per person, but that’s just a personal pet peeve that buffets do when they up the price during dinner. However, unlike other buffets which seem to have a high variety of crappy food, Red Wok Buffet had a high variety of high quality foods. Maybe I just have bad taste but this food was unlike any other Buffets I’ve been to. The place was very clean, which was nice for the nasty area surrounding the business. There was also plenty of space, with many tables open. I found it a little weird how you can’t fill up your own drinks at a soda fountain per se and have to get the waiter to, but I guess it’s convenient. Also, thank you for installing protective sneeze guards. It is genuinely insane that we are in the year 2025 and places do not protect food from disgusting people who spray their germs all over communal food. We had a very nice waitress, made sure to tip. One of the people at our table chose not to eat, which we noticed she was concerned about, so if this waitress (which I highly doubt) is reading this review, I promise we made sure he didn’t eat anything. I would be concerned too if 5 young men walked into my restaurant and one of them looked like he was trying to dodge paying for food. In conclusion, this place has a wide variety of well-prepared foods, a clean environment, and is perfect for large groups of people. I will be coming back soon. Never going to Panda Express ever again.

nathan noble

18 Jun 2025

Most of the food was either a bit too greasy or dry. Bbq short ribs were ok. Baked catfish was a bit too greasy but seasoned well. Sweet and sour chicken was ok. Bok cho was ok. Plain steamed white rice was a better choice than the fried rice. My wife enjoyed the bbq chicken. Fried rice was aesthetically unappealing and a tad too dry. Lo Mein was too greasy. Rice noodles were too greasy for my taste. The chili oil kept separating with a cloudy residue that didn't look right. The pizza my grandson had, according to him, wasn't that good. He just got steamed rice after. The rest of the food I didn't try but looked about the same, too greasy. The salad bar is just a salad bar with some decent options. Sushi was available, but I'm not a sushi lover. There was a grill, but I dont think it's open for lunch. Overall, cleanliness is average. Change the table tops. Exposed wood can hold bacteria. Men's restroom was ok. More lighting could be better in the restroom. This was my first time here and probably will be my last time. Another Chinese buffet restaurant, not remotely close to the valley with similar buffet options, was much better in the quality of their food. This place is usually busy in the evenings and weekends. Based on that I stopped in and left unsatisfied. Yet I'm positive they'll stay open. Good luck..

Kerri Barrett

28 May 2025

You don’t usually expect great service at a buffet, but that’s exactly what I got here. The staff was super friendly and kept checking on me to refill my water, and the food had a good variety like sushi, ribs, Mongolian grill, and plenty of desserts. I also liked that they had both booths and tables booths felt more private, but tables were easier to get in and out of.

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