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Welcome to the Royal Buffet in Whitman, Philadelphia, where the only limit is your appetite. • Endless Chinese dishes crafted with the finest ingredients • Mouthwatering sushi and seafood options galore • Upscale setting perfect for any special occasion Prepare to embark on a gastronomic adventure at the Royal Buffet. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, simply craving an exceptional meal, or love the choices in our all you can eat service, the Royal Buffet promises to exceed your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you to our amazing Asian restaurant.
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Address: 2743 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Phone: (267) 202-7181
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CIC Beauty TV (CiCi1989)
Here for pre vday date. Came around 1:30 on a Friday wasn’t to busy at all no line outside or really at the buffet got seated right away everyone was friendly we never felt rushed which we loved. Had lots of food options everything was hot except this one piece of honey chicken I got. Buffet is clean and decorated nicely great seating as well and nice clean bathroom. Food had great flavor as well as dessert. The Mongolian beef was good as well as a crab sort of pasta I got. I also got lobster claws which was a good size. Favorite dessert was the strawberry mousse cake definitely try it. Only reason for my 4 stars is they did not have crab legs or lamb chops during lunch. So if you are looking for that go at dinner it starts at 3:30pm. For 2 ppl for lunch it was only $47 so wasn’t bad at all food was good. Would definitely go back for dinner if in the area came from New Jersey btw. Give this place a try definitely worth it!
… moreBen Cao
My partner and I saw Royal Buffet & Grill mentioned on social media on a Saturday afternoon. People were saying the value was great and that the lobster was unlimited. We were honestly a bit skeptical, but decided to drive over from Princeton and see for ourselves.
When we arrived, there was a long line, but everything was well organized and we were seated sooner than expected. What really impressed us was the freshness of the food — from lobster to crab to sashimi, everything tasted fresh and high quality. It genuinely exceeded our expectations.
What stood out even more was that although they close at 11pm, they were still bringing out fresh dishes after 10pm. No cutting corners, no leftovers sitting out. You can tell they care about the experience.
We also noticed the owner, Mr. Liu, personally walking around and making sure guests were happy. That kind of attention shows.
We left full and genuinely impressed. Highly recommend.
… moreWhen we arrived, there was a long line, but everything was well organized and we were seated sooner than expected. What really impressed us was the freshness of the food — from lobster to crab to sashimi, everything tasted fresh and high quality. It genuinely exceeded our expectations.
What stood out even more was that although they close at 11pm, they were still bringing out fresh dishes after 10pm. No cutting corners, no leftovers sitting out. You can tell they care about the experience.
We also noticed the owner, Mr. Liu, personally walking around and making sure guests were happy. That kind of attention shows.
We left full and genuinely impressed. Highly recommend.
Tonya C
For the price was worth going for dinner. We went family of 6 and we had tried a few items on the buffet and I love the stuffed crabs shell. It had a spicy kick to it. They’re oxtail was tender yummy. Lobster was delicious! I love how they have sauces for us to dip. The sushi bar was good. Most of the food there was good and few alittle dry but it’s a buffet. The best part they had BOBA milk tea! Worth the meal I will definitely come back for more of the food which I have not tried all. Recommend.
… moreOlivia “Ol1v1ac” Coleman
This is the best buffet I’ve been to in a long time. So many food options but all of them superb! Everything is fresh and vibrant and delicious. I couldn’t get to everything because I was full! Can’t wait to go back! Worth the drive and the price. I hope you enjoy as much as we have. It does get busy so the best option is to arrive early or go on an off-day.
… moreDgreatmarlon
I recently took a trip with my friend to visit his family here in Philadelphia, and his sister recommended we try Royal Buffet & Grill. So on a Saturday night, our party of 10 decided to check it out—and it was my first time!
First things first: be prepared to wait—especially since they don’t take reservations. We waited about an hour to get in. But honestly? It was worth it.
The setup outside was very organized. There were two lines: the left side for groups smaller than 6 people, and the right side for big groups of 6 and above. A staff member was outside taking notes on how many people were in each party and keeping everything on track. It made the wait much easier to manage.
It was spectacular —especially for a Saturday night and a lobster buffet! Despite the crowd, the Service was excellent. The staff was attentive and kept up with the rush really well—especially impressive given our large group. The Food was fresh, hot, and had so many options to choose from—including a lobster dinner for $38 , which was a fantastic deal. I personally enjoyed the lobster and blue crab, and both were delicious. For a busy Saturday night, everything ran smoothly.
… moreFirst things first: be prepared to wait—especially since they don’t take reservations. We waited about an hour to get in. But honestly? It was worth it.
The setup outside was very organized. There were two lines: the left side for groups smaller than 6 people, and the right side for big groups of 6 and above. A staff member was outside taking notes on how many people were in each party and keeping everything on track. It made the wait much easier to manage.
It was spectacular —especially for a Saturday night and a lobster buffet! Despite the crowd, the Service was excellent. The staff was attentive and kept up with the rush really well—especially impressive given our large group. The Food was fresh, hot, and had so many options to choose from—including a lobster dinner for $38 , which was a fantastic deal. I personally enjoyed the lobster and blue crab, and both were delicious. For a busy Saturday night, everything ran smoothly.
Greg Mester
Very popular for birthdays. They do a really cute presentation for birthdays. I’m sure anyone can eat everything in a single seating unless may you are a professional. The food selection was so diverse, that it might take 5 plus visits before one can say they tried everything. I would recommend just come to the conclusion that you will come back again.
… moreBritney Bui
Solid buffet in the Philadelphia area!
The atmosphere: The restaurant is very large and spacious with plenty of seating, which makes it great for both small and large parties. During peak times, it can get pretty busy, so expect to weave through crowds as people move around the buffet area.
The food: The selection is impressive and truly has something for everyone, including dim sum, seafood, classic Chinese dishes, roast duck, sushi, and more. I was especially impressed by the quality of the seafood. My favorite dish was the garlic lobster tails. The sushi was also very fresh, and I liked that there were plenty of condiments available to pair with different items.
The service: Service was attentive and efficient. Even with our large party, the staff was organized and made sure we were seated comfortably in a good area.
… moreThe atmosphere: The restaurant is very large and spacious with plenty of seating, which makes it great for both small and large parties. During peak times, it can get pretty busy, so expect to weave through crowds as people move around the buffet area.
The food: The selection is impressive and truly has something for everyone, including dim sum, seafood, classic Chinese dishes, roast duck, sushi, and more. I was especially impressed by the quality of the seafood. My favorite dish was the garlic lobster tails. The sushi was also very fresh, and I liked that there were plenty of condiments available to pair with different items.
The service: Service was attentive and efficient. Even with our large party, the staff was organized and made sure we were seated comfortably in a good area.
Dr. Kyle Turman
Alright cousins, Doc checked in at Royal Buffet in Philly and let me paint the full picture. The aesthetic is current, giving upscale buffet vibes without trying too hard. Customer service was on point, friendly, timely, no attitude, no confusion, which already puts them ahead of the game.
Now let’s get to what y’all really came for. I’m not about to inventory the whole building, just the heavy hitters. First stop, the meats. I saw oxtail and almost fell out in the aisle. Now listen, it was not mi Caribbean, slow-simmered, Sunday-at-grandma’s oxtail, but it was tender and respectable, so I’ll give credit where it’s due. The lamb, however, was giving very well done, steakhouse well done, meaning dry-adjacent. My professional suggestion, bring your own seasoning spirit because it needs a little encouragement.
Next up, sticky rice. First time having it and consider me converted. The salmon was delightful, slightly overcooked but still holding its dignity. That fried chicken though, whew, they seasoned and cooked that just for y’all, brown hearts all around. I also enjoyed the fries, pineapple, and plantains, solid sides doing exactly what sides are supposed to do.
Seafood corner. The lobster was a bit overcooked, not tragic, just thirsty. You will absolutely need butter and some Obey seasoning for the lobster and the mussels, don’t be shy. The crawfish, however, was cooked and seasoned just right, no notes there. A lot of the other staples tasted exactly as they should, fried rice, coconut shrimp, the usual suspects handled appropriately.
Let’s not skip the sushi because that section deserves a nod. Nice, expansive collection and they did pretty good with that, enough variety to keep me interested and circling back.
Now, bonus Philly point that cannot be ignored. Philly is a BYOB city, so when I saw a bottle of Barefoot on one table and Henny on another, I wasn’t mad at it at all. Folks were minding their business, sipping what they like, enjoying their food in peace, and honestly that added to the overall vibe.
All in all, I’d come back. I might pull up earlier in the day next time when things are fresher, but overall Royal Buffet held its own. Not perfect, but solid, and solid counts when you’re feeding the people.
… moreNow let’s get to what y’all really came for. I’m not about to inventory the whole building, just the heavy hitters. First stop, the meats. I saw oxtail and almost fell out in the aisle. Now listen, it was not mi Caribbean, slow-simmered, Sunday-at-grandma’s oxtail, but it was tender and respectable, so I’ll give credit where it’s due. The lamb, however, was giving very well done, steakhouse well done, meaning dry-adjacent. My professional suggestion, bring your own seasoning spirit because it needs a little encouragement.
Next up, sticky rice. First time having it and consider me converted. The salmon was delightful, slightly overcooked but still holding its dignity. That fried chicken though, whew, they seasoned and cooked that just for y’all, brown hearts all around. I also enjoyed the fries, pineapple, and plantains, solid sides doing exactly what sides are supposed to do.
Seafood corner. The lobster was a bit overcooked, not tragic, just thirsty. You will absolutely need butter and some Obey seasoning for the lobster and the mussels, don’t be shy. The crawfish, however, was cooked and seasoned just right, no notes there. A lot of the other staples tasted exactly as they should, fried rice, coconut shrimp, the usual suspects handled appropriately.
Let’s not skip the sushi because that section deserves a nod. Nice, expansive collection and they did pretty good with that, enough variety to keep me interested and circling back.
Now, bonus Philly point that cannot be ignored. Philly is a BYOB city, so when I saw a bottle of Barefoot on one table and Henny on another, I wasn’t mad at it at all. Folks were minding their business, sipping what they like, enjoying their food in peace, and honestly that added to the overall vibe.
All in all, I’d come back. I might pull up earlier in the day next time when things are fresher, but overall Royal Buffet held its own. Not perfect, but solid, and solid counts when you’re feeding the people.
Emily J
Royal Buffet is a solid choice if you’re craving a seafood-heavy buffet at a fair price. The standout is definitely the unlimited whole lobsters—they were restocked often, served hot, and came with melted butter on the side. There’s also a big selection of seafood including sashimi, crab legs, fried soft-shell crab, and grilled items.
Some of the meats at the grill station were a bit overcooked and tougher than I’d prefer, but the variety and portion sizes make up for it. Drinks were included in the price, which is a nice bonus compared to buffets that charge separately.
Desserts were better than expected—the ice cream bar with chocolate-coated pops was especially good. The dining area is clean, modern, and spacious, and the staff clears plates quickly.
Price: $38.99 per person
Senior Discount: $5 off
Drinks: Included
Best for: Seafood lovers, especially those here for lobster
Overall, a great value—come hungry.
… moreSome of the meats at the grill station were a bit overcooked and tougher than I’d prefer, but the variety and portion sizes make up for it. Drinks were included in the price, which is a nice bonus compared to buffets that charge separately.
Desserts were better than expected—the ice cream bar with chocolate-coated pops was especially good. The dining area is clean, modern, and spacious, and the staff clears plates quickly.
Price: $38.99 per person
Senior Discount: $5 off
Drinks: Included
Best for: Seafood lovers, especially those here for lobster
Overall, a great value—come hungry.
Donna N
This buffet was amazing. The food was fresh, cooked well, kept at proper temperatures, very tasty, huge selection of different foods to try. Definitely will walk out stuffed. Bring your own bottle, Even have take out if you want something to take home. I got the crab legs to go. Delicious
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