About Chef King

Chef King brings the comfort, flavor, and hospitality of a welcoming Chinese restaurant to the heart of Marshalltown, Iowa. Located at 29 W Main St, this inviting spot has earned a strong reputation with a 4.20-star rating from 580 reviews, reflecting the consistent satisfaction of guests who return for dependable food, friendly service, and a relaxed dining experience. Whether you are stopping in for a quick lunch, settling in for dinner, or enjoying a meal on your own, Chef King offers a casual and cozy atmosphere that makes every visit feel easy and enjoyable. The menu is designed to satisfy a wide range of tastes and dining needs, with options that go far beyond the ordinary. Guests can enjoy all-you-can-eat selections, comforting classics, healthy choices, vegetarian dishes, small plates, quick bites, coffee, and satisfying desserts. That variety makes Chef King a practical choice for families, individuals, and groups alike, whether you are craving a full sit-down meal with table service or something fast and convenient on the go. Known for fast service, Chef King also makes it simple to enjoy a great meal without a long wait, which is especially valuable for lunch breaks, busy evenings, and spontaneous meals. Chef King is built to serve customers with convenience and accessibility in mind. The restaurant offers no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in options, giving guests the flexibility to enjoy their favorite dishes however they prefer. Reservations are accepted, and payment is made simple with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. The location is also thoughtfully equipped with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities, ensuring a welcoming experience for more guests. With restroom access, comfortable seating, and a focus on attentive service, Chef King delivers the kind of dependable dining experience that keeps customers coming back for lunch, dinner, and everything in between.

Last updated: Jul 18, 2026

Business Hours

Open Now · Wednesday 11 AM-9 PM
Friday 11 AM-10 PM
Saturday 11 AM-10 PM
Sunday 11 AM-9:30 PM
Monday 11 AM-9 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11 AM-9 PM
Thursday 11 AM-9 PM

Customer Reviews

4.20
Based on 580 reviews
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Mandi

Very delicious buffet, food is almost always fresh and delicious. The only thing that would be better is if the pot stickers were always out and if the crab legs came back. Otherwise it is perfection ❤️

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e sch

Best restaurant in town in my opinion. Buffet is a great value. Many choices, all very flavorful, with healthful options (salads and fruits) too. Drinks and desserts are included. I always over-eat but enjoy every bite and do not waste anything. Don't forget to tip the wait staff who do drinks, set-ups, and clean-ups -- they are great. Very low …

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David Vilez Jr

Great tasting food affordable prices for a family highly recommend try it out sometime love the dumplings

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Nikhil Modi

Economically priced and has lot of options in buffet.

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K.D. Mick

Great place for lunch..go when they are busy and the food is hot and fresh..their Green Beans are addictive !

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melissarad

Food is delicious, especially the black pepper chicken. Service is fantastic and very attentive. I recommend eating in, if you are able, but the boxes for togo are self filled and paid by weight. Usually, I end up eating at the supper buffet, but I ate during lunch buffet and it was still delicious and had a bit of variety …

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Adam Dohrn

Excellent buffet for. Breaded sweet shrimp of some kind was awesome. The crab and shrimp with broccoli was also fantastic. Lots of options in American food and Chinese. Ice cream machine was a hit with the kids. Groups of 9 or more are charged 10% gratuity but they were kind enough to let us split our group in two so …

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Brianna Martinez

Food is amazing and the prices for take out are reasonable. I love this place so much 🫶🏻🫶🏻

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steve tanner

The food was amazing and they had a variety of food to select from

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Richard Rizzo

1st time loved it love green beans they were awesome mushrooms were hot good egg drop soup good all the food was hot beef was good not dry we will be back

People Also Ask

Where is Chef King located?
Chef King is located at 29 W Main St, Marshalltown, IA 50158, United States, Marshalltown, IA, United States. You can get directions here.
What is Chef King rated?
Chef King has a rating of 4.20 out of 5 stars based on 580 customer reviews.
What are Chef King's hours?
Chef King's hours vary by day. Please check the Business Hours section above for the full weekly schedule.
How do I contact Chef King?
You can reach Chef King by phone at +1 641-752-8282.
What type of business is Chef King?
Chef King is a restaurants business located in Marshalltown, IA. <!-- VOILA_REWRITTEN --> Chef King brings the comfort, flavor, and hospitality of a welcoming Chinese restaurant to the heart of Marshalltown, Iowa. Located at 29 W Main St, this inviting …