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Chinese restaurant · Thibodaux

Chinese Buffet in Thibodaux

Dine in, take away, or order delivery from 404 N Canal Blvd I.

Front view of Lin's Chinese Buffet.

Thibodaux buffet stop

Lin's Chinese Buffet sits in Thibodaux at 404 N Canal Blvd I, Thibodaux, LA 70301, United States. It carries a 4.1 rating from 381 reviews. The address places it on a main corridor in town, so the stop is easy to picture before the visit even begins.

The home page frames the restaurant as a Chinese buffet in Thibodaux, with the buffet format doing the heavy lifting. Guests come for a casual meal that works for lunch or dinner, then choose how they want to use the room and the service style. The setting is plain in the best way. It keeps the focus on the meal and the pace of the visit.

The buffet format also suits a broad range of diners. People can plan a quick stop or settle in for a longer table meal. The room serves groups, solo diners, tourists, and university students, so the dining pattern shifts with the party size without changing the basic setup. A visit can begin with a short pause at the entrance, then move to the table, then back to the buffet line as often as needed. That rhythm matters for anyone who wants a meal that stays flexible from the first plate to the last.

Buffet trays lined with Chinese dishes.

Hours that fit meals

The restaurant opens Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM. On Friday and Saturday, it stays open until 10 PM. Those hours cover lunch and dinner across the week, with a later close on the weekend.

Service includes delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. That gives customers three ways to use the kitchen. A lunch break can turn into a quick bite at the table, a family meal can stay on site, and a busy evening can move straight to pickup or delivery. Fast service supports that pace, so the visit does not need much setup once the order or plate is in motion.

The dining style fits the name on the door. Lin's Chinese Buffet works as a buffet restaurant in Thibodaux, but it also functions as a Chinese restaurant Thibodaux diners can use for a simple lunch or dinner stop. The format keeps the visit direct and practical. A guest can arrive, choose dine-in or takeaway, and use the hours that match the day. The kitchen stays open through the middle of the day and into the evening, with Friday and Saturday giving extra room for later plans.

Dining room tables in a casual restaurant.

A casual buffet stop for lunch or dinner in Thibodaux.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM
  • Tuesday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM
  • Wednesday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM
  • Thursday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM
  • Friday 10:30 AM–10 PM
  • Saturday 10:30 AM–10 PM
  • Sunday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM

Room, parking, payment

The dining room includes seating, table service, and a toilet. It also has wheelchair-accessible seating, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, a wheelchair-accessible toilet, and a wheelchair-accessible car park. The parking setup includes free of charge street parking and a free parking lot, so arrival can be straightforward.

Inside, the restaurant is casual and quiet. It serves groups, tourists, university students, and families with children. High chairs are available, which helps when the table needs to work for younger diners. The room supports an easy dine-in lunch Thibodaux visitors can use without a long lead-up. A party can park, walk in through the accessible entrance, take a seat, and settle at a table without changing plans for the day.

Payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. The drink side includes alcohol, beer, and coffee. The rest of the visit stays simple: park, enter, sit down, and order or serve from the buffet format. The table service, seating, and payment choices all sit in the same place, so the meal stays contained from arrival to checkout.

Good to Know

Parking
Free of charge street parking · Free parking lot Use the free parking lot or look for free street parking near the restaurant, then head to the entrance from there.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet Wheelchair users have access to the car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, so plan for an easier arrival and stay.
Payment
Credit cards · Debit cards · NFC mobile payments Have a card or phone ready at the end of the meal, since payment happens by tap or card rather than a separate cash step.
Children
Good for kids · High chairs Bring children along and ask for a high chair if a smaller guest needs one at the table.
Who comes here
Groups · Tourists · University students The dining room suits larger parties, visitors, and students, so expect tables that support shared meals and a steady lunch or dinner flow.
Atmosphere
Casual · Quiet The room stays relaxed and calm, which suits a low-key meal and a quieter table conversation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours?

Monday through Thursday, and Sunday, the restaurant is open from 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM. Friday and Saturday hours run from 10:30 AM to 10 PM. Plan lunch for the middle of the day or dinner later in the evening, and check the day before you go so the visit matches the schedule.

What payment methods are accepted?

Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. That gives diners several ways to pay at the end of the meal without needing to change plans at the counter. Pick the method that is easiest to carry or tap before you arrive.

Is parking available?

Parking includes a free parking lot and free of charge street parking. Drivers can choose the lot for a direct stop or use street parking near the restaurant. Arrive with a little time to find the space that works best for the car and the group.

Is the restaurant accessible?

Wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet are all available. That supports a smoother path from arrival to the table and through the rest of the visit. Guests who use mobility aids can plan on an easier route through the property.

Does the restaurant serve lunch and dinner?

Lunch and dinner are both served. Monday through Thursday, and Sunday, hours run from 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM, while Friday and Saturday stay open until 10 PM. Choose the meal time first, then plan the visit around the day’s closing time.

Is it suitable for children?

Good for kids is listed, and high chairs are available. Families can bring younger children and seat them more comfortably at the table. That makes it easier to plan a sit-down meal without extra gear for small kids.

Find us

404 N Canal Blvd I, Thibodaux, LA 70301, United States