What an absolutely pleasant surprise to find such good food in an unsuspecting location. I never thought of myself as a Chinese food snob but that's what I have turned into. Most Chinese food that I encounter in this area is average. The buffet food at the China Inn today was hot, fresh and flavorful. Whoever is cooking there knows what they are doing. The Moo Goo Gai Pan was amazing and the chicken wings were spot on. Everything I tried had very good flavor including the fried rice. That is a big compliment in and of itself. In my opinion, it is rare to find fried rice with good flavor. My overwhelmingly positive experience was also surprising due to the fact that this was mid afternoon when it wasn't a peak time for customers to be coming in. I will definitely go again even though it is not in my immediate area and I highly recommend the China Inn to those who want to try decent Chinese food at a very reasonable price. It is worth the drive!

I thought I try and give this restaurant a second try before leaving a review. Unfortunately, like the first time the food looks appetizing but was not hot. More like microwaved warm to hard and cold. The staffing was confusing for a young waitress set me down and took my drink order then never came back so I had to walk to cashier where a gentleman got me my refill and some napkins. Overall (2) stars is for the presentation of the buffet and seating are. Most likely won’t return and take drive to Oak Ridge or Knoxville if want Chinese.

Looks can be deceiving! You have to try this place if you like Chinese Food!!! This was our 1st time at this restaurant. (It won't be our last!) My daughter got the buffet too. She loved it. I was very surprised by this place. The buffet was full of many different entrée choices, as well as tons of sides, appetizers, fruits, deserts, and everything you would expect to find on the huge, expensive buffets. The best part & most important is that thier food TASTES AMAZING! Everything was Fresh on the buffet! Not one thing looked like it had been there more that 5 mins! I even made an order for my other two daughters and brought them takeout. They thought it was awesome, even 1½ hours later! A total WIN! This place is a definite YES, YES, YES for me!