Papa Panda

4.3 ( 1270 reviews )
Checking... 12:00 AM - 4:30 PM See Hours
£10–20
70 Carr St, Ipswich IP4 1EW, United Kingdom
+44 1473 222390

Papa Panda, located at 70 Carr St, Ipswich, is an inviting buffet restaurant that has garnered praise from its patrons for both quality and service. Reviewers consistently highlight the delicious array of dishes available, affirming that the food is not just varied but always up to a high standard. Customer George Imrie describes it as one of his favorite Chinese buffets, suggesting only a desire for a soft serve ice cream upgrade to enhance the experience.

Maggie Fitton shares a touching experience, emphasizing the kindness of the staff who ensured her comfort during a recent visit. The warm service creates an atmosphere where every meal feels special. Richard Ford praises the attentive staff and mentions the crowd-pleasing chocolate fountain, making it a hit among guests. The convenience of its location across from the Ipswich theatre makes Papa Panda an excellent pre-show dining choice, as noted by Andrew Cartwright, who enjoyed the quick service and variety available.

With satisfying meals that encourage guests to indulge in as much as they like, coupled with attentive service, Papa Panda stands out as a beloved dining destination. Whether you're dining with family or friends, this buffet restaurant guarantees a fulfilling experience filled with delightful flavors.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers delivery
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Has all you can eat
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Good for kids birthday
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Paid parking lot
    • Paid street parking
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Papa Panda

George Imrie
Jul 3,2025
Food is always good and consistent in quality, busy enough to be popular but not so busy you need to pre book. One of my favourite Chinese buffets. The only suggestion I would have to the owner would be to upgrade the ice cream tubs to a soft serve machine!
Maggie Fitton
Jun 28,2025
Food and service is beyond excellent and has remained that way all the years we have used it for our irregular meals out!! Last visit was yesterday evening 21 March 2025, when I personally received such kindness due to immobility and having forgot to bring my walking stick!! From moving our booked table to a one much nearer to the food containers, Giving me an arm to steady me to it, taking my chosen plate of food to the table and making sure we were given special attention by the lovely waiters. All of which made a special night out with my Daughter in Law even more special. Thank you all.
Richard Ford
May 29,2025
looking for a place for a quick bite before show at Ipswich regent . stumbled across this place on Google and reviews looked good so decided to give it a look. certainly didn't disappoint. food was amazing and so varied. great selection. girlfriend especially loved the chocolate fountain. staff were very attentive and fun too. would definitely recommend and will definitely be back
Andrew Cartwright
May 16,2025
It's been a while since we went to a buffet Chinese, and with this being straight across from the theatre, it was ideal for our night out. We was shown quickly to a table, and with drinks ordered we were free to help ourselves. Lots of choices available, and I suspect there was a few bits I didn't get a chance to try. There were staff constantly making sure it was all tidy etc. I actually thought the food was pretty good, but I think if you was having a meal out for the evening you would be better off somewhere where you don't have to get up to refill your plate, we did feel like a tag team on occasions with one of us getting up and then sitting down as soon as the other person got up! It suited our needs - and as mentioned food was nice as well, so bonus!
Jane Markham
Apr 12,2025
First time there with family. 'Eat as much as you like' was delicious and so much choice. Good service with drinks and collecting empty plates. Would recommend
Sandy Fragata
Mar 30,2025
Went here last Sunday to celebrate my boy's 16th birthday and the whole family thoroughly enjoyed the food and the atmosphere dishes are absolutely scrumptious, the staff are all helpful and friendly, the overall atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed and 5 for cleanliness, and prices are reasonable goes without saying we're coming back soon! Update Came back for my birthday dinner 2 weeks ago because the food is just soooo good definitely 10/10
Emma Smith
Mar 23,2025
We have been to this restaurant twice now and will be back again. The food was delicious, and there was a large range of choices all at a great price.
Liam Johnson
Mar 17,2025
As always a fantastic environment and amazing staff. We go as a family every couple of months and always treated like good friends to them which is amazing. Thanks again

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