we always have had a great experience here. we go at least once a month and our kids beg to go more often, it's quite a drive for us. We definitely recommend it! sushi and hibachi included in the price. read more

Went there after the Renaissance fair and it was my husband's birthday and they made it very special. They had my favorite shrimp all kinds of ways peel and eat to fried shrimp. Enjoyed every moment and they were very accommodating helping me celebrate my husband's birthday. read more

My experience at this restaurant today was the most disappointing experience I have had at a Chinese buffet restaurant. The state of the food killed my appetite. Nothing was close to fresh. Would not recommend Will not be back read more

Horrible buffet grease food and the chicken wouaaa this is not Chinese cuisine the service was simple

Food is always fresh and hot. Staff are friendly and helpful. We are never disappointed when coming here.

Good food quality and selection is good. The peel and eat shrimp was big. Service is excellent and the place and food area is clean. This place is a good value. We were in town for 5 nights and we ate there twice read more

The food here is pretty good. There is a variety of dishes but the overall quality used to be better a few years ago. The waiters were very nice. The service wasn't the very best and you might have to ask for something more than once to actually get one. The atmosphere was very casual. The seating areas were pretty clean. My only complaints are that the prices aren't the most friendly and depending on the time of day, the food might be a bit stale. Overall, this chinese buffet is a good casual place to dine at locally. I wouldn't drive specifically to go here but if it was around then I would eat here. read more

My fav Chinese buffet! Love the food. Especially the crab cheese toast. Very pretty decorations and atmosphere.

Overall, the food was good tasting and a quality product. I've seen other reviews taking about cold food. I'm not sure what that was all about, as all my food that was supposed to be hot was. Tons of steam rolling up from the tables. The ambiance was good, too. I did think the spare ribs were just okay. The meat was a little bland. The outside of the business could really use some TLC. Especially to the rear. It's not so inviting if just driving by. Fortunately, the food made up for it. Now for the price. I would suggest eating in. Dinner was $15.75. Not a horrible price, but it's a bit pricier than fast food Chinese if you are looking to eat cheap. If you get the take out price, it may seem a little cheaper, but you are paying by the pound. I saw one customer who came up with his Styrofoam container, and it cost him over $15.00 because of the weight. And that's only one serving. I went back for three plate fulls. Got my money's worth. But if you're a light eater, it may be fine. read more

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For a buffet the food is delicious but expensive or buffet style food. They may or may not fill your drink after the first time being dropped at the table but other than that the place is clean which is something you can't Keats say with some of these type places. I suggest the pepper chicken it's my favorite as of late very tasty. read more

Number One China Buffet - a hand holding a piece of paper - Chinese Near Me - Wilmington, Ohio

The place was good around 2009 to 2014 after that everything went down hill most of the time the food is cold as a ice cube the waiter are rude and is old need a upgrade read more

Food was below average and not hot. It gave food poisoning to one of my friends. Service was very basic, ambiance was not good. It seemed like it had not been remodeled since it was opened 40 years ago. W read more

I would be afraid to even walk into that building!! Nothing on that menu tasted like other oriental food??? read more

So I'm the first to review this place in quite some time. I'm generally not a buffet person but a lot of the locals insist I try it. It is one of the best Asian buffets I've been too. I give it extremely high scores on cleanliness. Let me also say the inside it 10x nicer than the outside. There are many different options at this place you won't find at other Asian buffets. I didn't want to over eat myself to death (like I would normally do at buffets) so I sample small portions of lots of different things. The bang bang shrimp was my favorite followed by the pepper chicken. They also have several different sushi options (I know what your thinking) but the sushi is freshly made right in front of you. A fresh salad bar is also featured here, with lots to from. Wilmington in general suffers from lack of unique and delicious food options. This place was above average and I would recommend it if you in Wilmington. read more

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Was there on July 28th for dinner and paid 51.46 for cold food on every table. Nobody getting drinks and just was all around very bad experience. Told the lady at the cash regidter how bad it was and how cold everything was and she smiled as she took my money,lol Will not ever be going there again. I can see the golden arches instead! read more

Solid buffet. Came here while in the area for work. Lunch buffet is CHEAP! $7 bucks! Lots of choices, includes hibachi, all the food was hot and fresh. I would definitely go back. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because everyone was seated together while there was an entire other half of the restaurant empty. It was very loud while tryin to enjoy my food. read more

Buffet items were old and nasty. Egg rolls were awful. Four hours after eating there, stomach is not feeling right. We will never go back again. read more

It's not the big city that's for sure. I don't mean anything snarky by that. I am just stating the fact that sets the tone for expectation. I had a decent meal. I ate all I wanted to. I was with my new wife near the end of a great trip back to her home country to visit. So I was predisposed to forgive any lapses. It's the midwest- not a hot spot for ethnic cusines. I am sure (because of clientel) that the cooks here have toned it down, toned it way down. The food was decently prepared but bland. None of those flavors you expect (even from the Americanized versions) in Chinese buffet food were present. It served its purpose. We were hungry, had had a long day and wanted to eat without waiting for an order to get put together. I can give them the benefit of the doubt and guess that in the middle of a busy lunch rush day the food might be hotter/better. As it was we were there on a late Tuesday evening (after 1800). It wasn't very crowded, some of the dishes had been sitting a while, didn't have much in the pan. The place is also a little "worn". It could use a re-fresh, some paint, some spruced up decorations etc. I wouldn't drive to Ohio to eat here. I would however, go again when we are back in town, I would stick to the busy hours though. read more

The change in ownership/management in January 2015 has also changed the quality of the food, not as good as it used to be, obviously new chef/cooks and not for the better. It's still ok, just not as good as when the Billy Kong family owned it. 10/07/2018 Completely remodeled, looks great. Plenty of food choices on buffet. Food could have been a little warmer, but tasted good. Nice staff. read more

Food was good with a hreat selection, staff very nice! Will go back when in that area!

I have gone here multiple times. The service is great. The food is could be more flavor but it still good. I enjoy the sushi and the chicken most!! read more

We haven't been here in a year or more and I was hesitant to go at 3:00 pm on Friday because I thought the food might not be fresh. Well, surprise! Everything was fresh, food looked good, the buffet tables were clean, and it was soooo good! We especially loved the baked crab, egg drop soup, general tao chicken, bang bang shrimp, and the fish. It is a bargain for the price. We also had very good service. read more

Passing through town and looking for someplace to have dinner. From the look of the exterior I almost didn't stop. Stepping inside was like going to a completely different place. Modern, clean, super nice staff and the food was very fresh. I enjoyed most everything I tried. The sushi was very good and the salt and pepper calamari was fantastic. The General Tso chicken could have been a little spicier and the egg roll was a bit soggy. However, all in all I was glad I skipped the burger and fries down the street. read more

This is one of the CLEANEST, most prepared buffets I've been to! We aren't local or we'd be here often. Lunch on a Sunday for 2 adults and a child was under $20. I'm not sure why this place has $$ when that is very reasonably priced. Their sushi is so fresh and good! I'm pregnant and was able to have a nice array of veggie rolls, which I was SO thankful for. That was worth it in itself. The staff was friendly and on top of it! They cleared our plates and filled our cups quickly, and the food trays were hot and quickly replaced as they got low. I was actually very impressed by how perfect the food temperatures were. This place was busy and that is a testament to the service and food! I had to leave them a review because their score is not appropriate for the current ownership. read more

Showed up with 9 of my colleagues. I tried small samples of most items on the buffet. Enjoyed the chicken broccoli and the garlic green beans. Fairly standard Chinese buffet. I know I will be back. read more

Bad, bad, bad. The hygiene of this place should be questioned. My wife took our kids here. My son asked for a refill of Coke, and the waitress pour a half drank Coke from another table into his glass. Yes, I am not kidding. If this is happening with Coke, what in the world is happening at the buffet. Stay away from this place for your own health!! read more

The absolute best Chinese place in the county! This buffet has pretty much darn near everything. rows upon rows of different traditional chinese dishes, american food, seafood, sushi, salads, desserts, roast, you name it! They also have awesome Saki! Everyone there is incredibly nice and you'll have a refill before you're half way done with your drink. They are totally on top of things. They also have take out if you'd like. There's plenty of TV's with different games, and news on if thats your thing as well. It's an old Golden Corral so there's plenty of rooms for groups and tons of buffet options. It really is #1 in town :) read more

Ordered take out... spoke very clearly, said it like 5 times, but apparently when you ask for No vegetables it means no vegetables in half of the bowl? Then when I asked them to recook it they both told me I was wrong and they made it right... VERY RUDE...long story short, after "recooking" the food it was still messed up and I wasted $20... thanks for a ruined night. won't be back! read more

Best food, customer service and bar in the area ! Staff is friendly, knowledgeable and top shelf on cleanliness. The owner is hands on and personable, takes pride in his work. Don't miss this place it's a hidden treasure ! read more

Number One China Buffet - Owner. Billy Kong - Chinese Near Me - Wilmington, Ohio

WAY overpriced!!!! Make sure you tell the hostess that you want to sit away from the bar. It's way to close to the general seating area and the times I've eaten there, the bar patrons were always drunk, obnoxious and borderline vulgar read more

Good Buffet and salad bar. Staff very friendly. Lunch or dinner, food fresh and large selection. I enjoy sitting at the bar and watching one of several TVs while I eat. Owner is a local and seems to care about his reputation. read more

Best in the area. Good selection of food. Great dine in or takeout very nice staff.

I have *no* idea how the rating is so high. The buffet is half deep fried Mexican food, quarter salad bar, quarter Chinese. The Chinese food is limited and basics are not present; no dumblings, no seasame, honey, or orange chicken. The fried foods (eggs rolls) were either so hard they can't be eaten or super soggy. There is sushi on the buffet with a lid on it for an extra charge from 2-4pm.... so this sushi will be sitting here until dinner? Who knows when it was made. I guess the fact that only two other tables were seated should have been the hint. read more

My husband and I have been going to this Restraunt for 5 years and although we had not been in Almost a year we were very disappointed with the food and the condition they kept every thing as far as the food is concerned. It was all poor quality and not kept very well not changed often and just disgusting all the way around . For example the Susi bar was drying out there were fly's all around the hibachi grill and raw meat and ingredients left uncovered and not kept cold the dipper to the ice cream stand was sitting in nasty water that looked like it hadn't been changed in hours ! We wont be back read more

I always enjoyed going here. The variety of Asian and American fare is pretty good, and they have some things I haven't seen on other Chinese Buffets before. I was surprised to see that some people on Yelp are complaining about it being dirty, cause I have NEVER noticed that. In fact, I would say it is one of the most clean and fresh tasting Chinese Buffets I have been too. I will say that there were a few times we came in here, and were seated where there was not sufficient lighting, which made eating a little difficult. read more

Best Chinese food buffet i've eaten at. The food tastes great every time. They even have american food and mexican food. Their dessert bar is great too. The name doesn't lie. read more

My husband and I are regulars at Number One and it never disappoints! I don't think I've ever had anything that I haven't liked. Also very pleased with the choices for our kiddo who doesn't yet appreciate good chinese food! The owner, Billy is great and always has time to chat. The staff is very good at what they do and are super friendly. This is a must have while in Wilmington! read more

My husband and I recently took my Mom and Step-father to the buffet for Veterans' Day. The owner, Billy, offered a free meal for every veteran and boy did he really have a busy day! In spite of being packed, the buffet was very well stocked, the food was fresh and yummy, and the service was spot on. It was the first time my parents had been there and they were very impressed. We had a great meal and a great time! read more

The name scared us off the reviews brought us in. Both my husband and I both enjoyed quite a few dishes and we have different taste in our Chinese foods. There is interestingly enough Mexican food also on the buffet not too bad even but not the best. Good Sunday prices too. read more

Service was terrible. The males were very rude. The females hovered over the table. The food was equally as terrible. This place is not recommended. read more