While eating out in the city can often stretch the budget, an all-you-can-eat venue provides a flat-rate alternative for under £20. Located just behind the main Chinatown arch, China Buffet stands out with its brightly painted entrance, offering an expansive spread of hot food, desserts, and sides for a fixed price.
Unlimited buffet options
The restaurant operates on a straightforward pricing structure, charging £13.95 for the lunch service and £17.95 for dinner. Diners can make multiple trips to the hot counters, which are stocked with a wide rotation of traditional buffet staples.
The hot trays feature sweet and sour chicken, pork ribs, chicken curry, egg fried rice, and noodles. Customers are encouraged to mix and match, filling their plates with combinations of main dishes and classic sides like sesame prawn toast, spring rolls, and prawn crackers.
The self-service layout extends to the dessert section. Diners can use a soft-serve machine to dispense their own ice cream, which can be paired with hot banana fritters, alongside trays of chocolate Swiss rolls and waffle cookies, laid out for those finishing their meal.
The takeaway box
Beyond the sit-down dining experience, China Buffet offers a takeaway option for £8.50. Customers are handed a standard rectangular plastic container and are permitted to pack in as much food from the hot counters as they like. The only rule for this discounted takeaway price is that the customer must be able to securely close the lid before leaving the premises.
With its straightforward pricing and vast selection, the buffet continues to serve as a reliable spot for diners looking to maximise their budget.
📍 You can find China Buffet at 16 Nicholas St, Manchester M1 4EJ.
