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Buffet · Chinese-American · Philadelphia, PA

United Buffet Menu & Prices 2026: All-You-Can-Eat Tiers, Stations & Hours

Complete guide to United Buffet pricing for 2026 — buffet tier rates, kids' and senior discounts, station highlights, and what to expect at every stop on the line. Lunch starts at $12.99 per adult, dinner and all-day weekends are $18.99, and children under 2 eat free. Below: a full price breakdown, an overview of all food stations, frequently asked questions and a comparison with nearby Philadelphia-area buffets.

100+ items fresh dailyLunch from $12.99Dinner & weekends $18.99Hibachi grill + sushi barKids 3-10: tiered pricingUnder 2: freePhiladelphia, PA
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Adult Lunch (Mon-Fri)$12.99
Adult Dinner / Weekend$18.99
Kids 3-5 (Lunch)$7.99
Kids 3-5 (Dinner)$8.99
Children under 2Free
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United Buffet at a glance — what to know before you go

The four most common questions about United Buffet, answered in one scroll.

Best value time
Weekday Lunch $12.99

Monday through Friday, 11 am to 3:30 pm. Same 100+ items, lower rate.

Seafood included
Dinner & Weekends $18.99

Crab legs, steamed shrimp and mussels available at dinner (3:30 pm+) and all-day Saturday and Sunday.

Kids eat free
Children under 2 Free

Ages 3-10 pay age-based tiered rates from $7.99. Senior (60+) and military discounts: 10% off.

Standout stations
Hibachi + Sushi + Seafood

Live hibachi grill to order, a rotating sushi bar, and a seafood station with crab legs at dinner and weekends.

Buffet pricing

United Buffet all-you-can-eat prices (2026)

All pricing is flat-rate and covers unlimited plates for the duration of your visit. Prices verified from unitedbuffet.net as of May 2026 for the Philadelphia, PA location.

Service PeriodDays / HoursAdultKids 3-5Kids 6-8Kids 9-10
LunchMon-Fri 11am-3:30pm$12.99$7.99$8.99$9.99
DinnerMon-Thu 3:30pm-9:30pm$18.99$8.99$9.99$10.99
Friday DinnerFri 3:30pm-11pm$18.99$8.99$9.99$10.99
Weekend All-DaySat-Sun 11am-close$18.99------
Children under 2Any sessionFree------
Seniors (60+)Any session-10%------
Military (w/ ID)Any session-10%------

Weekend all-day rate applies on Saturday and Sunday from open to close. Senior (60+) and military discounts are 10% off any tier and cannot be combined. Children under 2 are always free. Prices are subject to change; confirm at the restaurant before visiting.

What's on the buffet

United Buffet food stations overview

United Buffet prepares more than 100 items fresh daily across eight stations. Here is what you will find at each stop on the line.

Always available

Chinese Stir-Fry Station

The largest and most stocked section of the buffet. Rotating selections include General Tso's Chicken, Beef with Broccoli, Sweet and Sour Pork, Sesame Chicken, Lo Mein, Fried Rice, steamed dumplings and egg rolls. Dishes are refreshed continuously throughout service.

Cook-to-order

Hibachi Grill Station

A live hibachi grill where chicken, beef and shrimp are cooked to order on the flat-top griddle. One of the most popular stations at the buffet and a differentiator from many local competitors. Hibachi-grilled vegetables are available for non-meat eaters.

Rolled fresh

Sushi Bar

A rotating selection of maki rolls and nigiri, including California rolls, Spicy Tuna rolls, Shrimp Tempura rolls and Vegetable rolls. The sushi bar is refreshed throughout service. Edamame is available as a companion snack at this station.

Dinner & weekends only

Seafood Station

Snow crab legs, steamed whole shrimp, mussels in garlic sauce and baked clams are available at the seafood station starting at dinner (3:30 pm on weekdays) and throughout all-day service on Saturday and Sunday. Not included in the weekday lunch service.

Always available

American Comfort Food

Roast chicken, BBQ ribs, chicken wings, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, pizza and French fries round out the American side of the buffet. This station is especially popular with younger diners and picky eaters in mixed groups.

Always available

Soups, Salads & Desserts

Four rotating soups (egg drop, hot and sour, wonton and clam chowder) are kept hot throughout service. The salad bar features garden greens, Caesar, coleslaw and fresh seasonal fruit. Desserts include soft-serve ice cream, chocolate cake, cheesecake, sesame balls and tapioca pudding.

Seafood nights & weekends

When to go for crab legs and shrimp

The seafood station is one of United Buffet's strongest draws. Snow crab legs, steamed shrimp, mussels in garlic sauce and baked clams are part of the spread every dinner (starting at 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday) and all day on Saturday and Sunday. The adult rate is the same whether you visit for dinner or the weekend: $18.99 per person.

Arriving within the first 30 to 45 minutes of dinner service typically means the freshest replenishments at the seafood station. Weekend lunch service is also a strong window for seafood since the all-day rate applies from the moment the restaurant opens on Saturday and Sunday.

  • Snow crab legs at dinner and all-day weekends
  • Steamed shrimp with Old Bay seasoning
  • Mussels in white-wine garlic broth
  • Baked clams with herb butter
  • Fried calamari available alongside the seafood line
  • Dinner starts at 3:30 pm (Monday through Friday)
  • Weekend all-day means seafood from 11 am open
Browse by station

Jump to a food station

All eight United Buffet food stations with item counts.

Chinese Stir-Fry Station12 itemsHibachi Grill Station5 itemsSushi Bar7 itemsSeafood Station (Dinner & Weekends)6 itemsAmerican Comfort Food Station8 itemsSoups4 itemsSalad Bar & Fresh Fruit5 itemsDesserts & Ice Cream7 items
The full station lineup

Every United Buffet food station and menu items (2026)

All stations and representative items listed below. Because this is an all-you-can-eat buffet, individual dishes do not carry a separate price — one flat rate covers everything at the buffet for your full visit.

All-you-can-eat model. United Buffet charges a single flat rate per person per visit (Lunch $12.99 / Dinner & Weekends $18.99 for adults). There are no individual dish prices. Your admission covers unlimited plates from every station for the duration of your visit. Items listed below represent the regular rotation; availability may vary day to day.
About United Buffet

Philadelphia's all-you-can-eat Chinese-American buffet

United Buffet operates out of Philadelphia, PA 19124, serving the northeast Philadelphia community with an expansive all-you-can-eat spread that covers the full range of Chinese-American comfort food alongside live hibachi, a sushi bar and a rotating seafood station. The buffet is well-known locally for the breadth of its lineup, the freshness of its seafood on dinner and weekend service, and pricing that remains among the more accessible in the Philadelphia market.

The restaurant caters to groups, families and solo diners alike. The tiered kids' pricing, senior and military discounts, and free admission for children under 2 make it a popular choice for family outings across a wide age range. With over 100 items prepared fresh daily, most visitors find something at every station worth returning to the line for.

For current hours, special event pricing, and reservation inquiries, visit unitedbuffet.net or call the restaurant directly before visiting.

100+Items daily
$12.99Lunch adults
$18.99Dinner/weekend
FreeUnder age 2
How it stacks up

United Buffet vs. other all-you-can-eat buffets

A feature-by-feature comparison against other buffets on Menupedia. "Varies" indicates that the feature exists at some but not all locations of that brand.

FeatureUnited BuffetBuffet 101Royal Buffet & GrillGolden Apple Buffet
Price Range$ (from $12.99)$$$$
Lunch Tier$12.99VariesVariesVaries
Dinner / Weekend$18.99VariesVariesVaries
Hibachi GrillYes (live)Location variesYesLimited
Sushi BarYesYesYesYes
Crab Legs at DinnerYesSelect locationsVariesVaries
Kids under 2 FreeYesVariesVariesVaries
Senior Discount10% offVariesVariesVaries
Military Discount10% offN/AVariesVaries

Comparison data is approximate and based on publicly available information reviewed May 2026. Pricing and features vary by location and season. Always confirm with the individual restaurant before visiting.

Tips for your visit

How to get the most out of United Buffet

Best value

Go for weekday lunch

At $12.99 per adult, the weekday lunch rate is the same 100+ item lineup for $6 less than dinner pricing. Ideal for groups where the seafood station is not the priority.

Seafood seekers

Arrive at dinner open or weekend morning

The seafood station is freshest in the first 30 to 45 minutes after each replenishment. Arriving at 3:30 pm for dinner or at 11 am on a Saturday or Sunday puts you first in line at the crab legs and shrimp.

Families

Use the age-based kids' pricing

Children under 2 eat free. Ages 3 to 10 pay tiered rates starting at $7.99, well below the adult rate. Larger family groups benefit most from the lunch tier, where total cost for a family of four can land well under $50.

Discounts

Bring your senior or military ID

A 10% discount for guests 60 and older and for active or veteran military personnel is available on any buffet tier. The discount applies per person on presentation of valid ID at the register.

Hibachi line

Order hibachi early in your visit

The hibachi grill station can develop a queue during peak hours. Getting your hibachi order in early — while you graze the salad bar or sushi station — means it is ready by the time you want a hot plate off the grill.

Dessert station

Save room for sesame balls and soft-serve

The dessert station at United Buffet includes self-serve soft-serve ice cream alongside baked goods and traditional Chinese desserts like sesame balls with red bean paste and coconut tapioca pudding -- worth pacing yourself to reach.

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Common questions

United Buffet FAQ

Answers to the most frequently asked questions about United Buffet pricing, hours, kids' rates, seafood availability, hibachi and more.

How much does United Buffet cost?

United Buffet uses flat-rate all-you-can-eat pricing by time of day. Lunch (Monday through Friday, 11 am to 3:30 pm) is $12.99 per adult. Dinner (Monday through Thursday, 3:30 pm to 9:30 pm; Friday 3:30 pm to 11 pm) is $18.99 per adult. Weekend all-day (Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to close) is $18.99 per adult. One flat rate covers unlimited plates for the entire duration of your visit. Confirm current prices at unitedbuffet.net before visiting.

What is the kids' pricing at United Buffet?

United Buffet offers age-based pricing for children at lunch. Children aged 3 to 5 pay $7.99 at lunch and $8.99 at dinner. Children aged 6 to 8 pay $8.99 at lunch and $9.99 at dinner. Children aged 9 to 10 pay $9.99 at lunch and $10.99 at dinner. Children under 2 years old eat free. Prices are verified as of May 2026 for the Philadelphia location.

Does United Buffet offer senior or military discounts?

Yes. United Buffet provides a 10% discount for seniors aged 60 and older on any buffet tier. Active-duty and veteran military personnel receive 10% off with valid military ID. These discounts cannot be combined with other promotions. Present your ID at the time of payment.

When does United Buffet serve crab legs and seafood?

Crab legs, steamed shrimp, mussels and other premium seafood items are featured at the seafood station during dinner service (from 3:30 pm on weekdays) and throughout all-day weekend service (Saturday and Sunday). Seafood is not included in the weekday lunch lineup. Availability may vary by day and season, so confirm with the restaurant before visiting if seafood is your primary reason for going.

Does United Buffet have a hibachi grill?

Yes. United Buffet features a live hibachi grill station where chicken, beef and shrimp are cooked to order on a flat-top griddle. The hibachi station is one of the most popular stops at the buffet and is open during regular service hours. Vegetables can also be cooked hibachi-style for vegetarian visitors.

What hours is United Buffet open?

Based on information from unitedbuffet.net, United Buffet serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11 am to 3:30 pm and dinner Monday through Thursday from 3:30 pm to 9:30 pm, with extended Friday dinner until 11 pm. Weekend service runs all day from 11 am until close on both Saturday and Sunday. Hours are subject to change on holidays — call ahead or check the official website for the most current schedule.

Does United Buffet have sushi?

Yes. United Buffet includes a sushi bar as part of its regular lineup. Rolls typically include California rolls, spicy tuna rolls, shrimp tempura rolls and vegetable rolls, along with nigiri selections. The sushi bar is refreshed throughout service to maintain freshness. Availability of specific rolls may rotate, so verify with the restaurant on the day of your visit.

How does United Buffet compare to other buffets near Philadelphia?

United Buffet is well-regarded among Philadelphia-area all-you-can-eat options for its breadth of food stations, particularly the combination of a hibachi grill, sushi bar and dinner seafood — all under one roof at $18.99 per adult. Many Chinese buffets in the region offer one or two of these features; United Buffet runs all three. For families, the tiered kids' pricing and free admission for children under 2 make it one of the more value-friendly options in the northeast Philadelphia corridor.

Is United Buffet suitable for vegetarians?

United Buffet has solid vegetarian coverage across its stations. The salad bar, fresh fruit, vegetable sushi rolls, hibachi-grilled vegetables, egg drop soup, hot and sour soup, stir-fried green beans, mac and cheese, corn, mashed potatoes, and the full dessert station (including ice cream, cake and cheesecake) are all vegetarian-friendly. Cross-contact is possible in a shared buffet environment, so guests with serious allergies should speak with staff before dining.

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