China Kitchen

Food is always fresh. Great selection. Love the layout and pictures.

How I heard of this place: My sister-​in-​law was eager to sample the fare at the handful of restaurants in Fairbury, and we were most happy to oblige. A hop, skip and a jump away from home, we made our way to China Kitchen for their dinner buffet.
Type of cuisine: As is the case with many Chinese restaurants I have entered in my lifetime, the menu at China Kitchen is extensive, a novella of made-​fresh daily items from a family kitchen.
Ambiance: Set in a store-​front in downtown Fairbury, between a convenience store and another local shop, the windowed door leads into a small-​ish pink space with tables on either side, as well as a set down the middle of the establishment, the buffet lining the back of the room. Escorted by a young women with a smile, we took our seats, and immediately arose to find the buffet plates!
What I ordered: Each of the three of us enjoyed the dinner buffet ($ 7.95 per person), which touted over thirty house-​made, fresh daily selections including chow mein, fried rice, beef & broccoli, a number of chicken dishes with vegetables, as well as coconut fried shrimp. The dessert buffet included chocolate pudding, roulette cakes and canned fruit.
What I loved: The teriyaki-​style chicken with vegetables and broccoli from the beef & broccoli spread. The chocolate pudding was also worth having saved room!
Why I loved it: Simple, family-​run establishment with friendly people and a true community dining feel.
Cost: Low ($ 7.95 per all-​you-​can-​eat dinner buffet)