China Buffet — Restaurant in Appleton

I'm a recent transplant from North Carolina via California. Military raised and a proud American citizen. After 30 plus years traveling and meeting people from other countries especially Thailand and Korea alongside German citizens I have tasted the best of other cuisines. And on a regular constant basis, so much so I made dear friends and learned how to prepare multitude of dishes that I continue to make still. Perhaps the Midwest pallet is a bit on the plain side therefore knowing good Chinese from bad is a forgivable mistake but coming from a town where the Chinese community is strong and the dozens of restaurants within a 15/mile radius is thriving and competitive the standards that I have become acquainted with put every Chinese food restaurant that I have tried so far to shame. The pad Thai dinner at a downtown college ave restaurant is lacking in flavor and presentation. The Asian garden buffet near fox river mall is sloppy and unfriendly. And this China garden is horrible. Not only impersonal but no respect to the food they serve. Looks as though they use the same dark oyster sause to make several so called different dishes. It tasted no different than frozen Chinese dinners. Stay away if you...

Everyone is entitled to their own opinions, and I’d like to share mine. I’ve been coming to this restaurant since I was a teenager—I’m 26 now—and China Buffet has consistently delivered high-quality food and service. The meals are always well-prepared, and I’ve never had a bad experience here.

The atmosphere is calm and welcoming. The dining area is kept clean, the music is at a perfect volume—just enough to create ambiance without being distracting—and overall, it’s a relaxing place to enjoy a meal.

I understand that others may have had different experiences, and that’s completely valid. But based on my many visits over the years, I’ve only ever had positive experiences. This place continues to be a favorite of mine...

🍽️ A long-standing buffet nestled inside the fading Northland Mall. Despite the mall’s slow decline, this spot has maintained consistent pricing and a reliable rotation of dishes over the years.

The food is generally warm and flavorful, with a solid variety across the menu. Diners can enjoy a salad bar, a dessert area, and self-serve drinks—all included.

Service is efficient, though not particularly personable (as expected in a buffet setting). The main downside: the restaurant could benefit from a thorough deep cleaning—especially the floors, tables, and walls. Overall, a decent, no-frills option for a...