Happy Buddha

4.5 ( 172 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
4985 St Leonard Rd, St Leonard, MD 20685, United States
+1 443-432-3261
Happy Buddha, located at 4985 St Leonard Rd in St Leonard, MD, stands out as an exceptional Chinese restaurant, garnering rave reviews from its patrons. Many have dubbed it the best Chinese food in Southern Maryland, with one customer noting its top-notch offerings since their recent move. The menu features a variety of delicious dishes, including the Black Bean Chicken and Cashew Chicken, all priced around $18.95. Reviewers especially appreciate the freshness of the food, with made-to-order meals that arrive piping hot. Notably, the Pan Fry Noodles have received accolades for their authentic preparation, crafted with fresh, thin egg noodles. The portion sizes are generous, making Happy Buddha a great value for families, as highlighted by a satisfied customer whose "picky kids" relished their meals, from garlic broccoli to wonton soup. Beyond great food, the friendly staff enhances the dining experience, contributing to the restaurant's welcoming atmosphere. With a selection of comforting noodle soups and massive dumplings, Happy Buddha is redefining Chinese cuisine in the area. Many patrons express gratitude for having such a high-quality restaurant nearby, and it’s clear that Happy Buddha is more than just a meal—it's a beloved local gem.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Happy Buddha

Gary Galmin
May 14,2025
Probably the best Chinese food we found since moving to the southern MD area. My picky kids loved their choices. Chicken friend rice, garlic broccoli, wonton soup, and my meal and sweet n sour chicken.
Jane Liu
May 9,2025
Of all the Chinese restaurants evaluation, one dish I always order is the Pan Fry Noodles. You have to use fresh, thin egg Noodles as a start, then top with meat or vegetables. This restaurant does it correctly !!
JJ the Shark
Apr 14,2025
I can’t emphasize how much I love this spot. I’ve lived in many places in the US, but this spot has the best Chinese food I ever had in the states. You can expect a little bit of a wait for your food because they make everything fresh. The food I’ve eaten has been piping hot every time I’ve eaten here. I’ve already been here 10 times, tried general Tsos, sweet & sour chicken, Singaporean noodles, fried shrimp, and it has always been great. The portion size is really generous. So glad there is a good place to eat in St Leonard, saves me from driving out to Prince Frederick!
Proud Infidel Paintball
Apr 4,2025
Fantastic food here! Great people working really hard every time I go in. One of the only places where your food looks like the picture!! This place.
Nicole Overly
Apr 1,2025
Best dumplings EVER! And they are HUGE! I have only eaten here a few times. At first I thought the prices were way too high. But, the quality of the food plus the service is just FANTASTIC! Keep being awesome! It is nice to have a really good chinese restaurant so close to home!
lauren
Mar 22,2025
Ordered orange chicken combo and general chicken combo. Restaurant wasn’t busy so food was made quickly and to order. Food came hot and fresh and was delicious. Orange chicken had real orange peel in the sauce, general chicken had real peppers in sauce. Lo mein was flavorful and fresh with plenty of good veggies. Spring roll had fresh veggies inside as well. Good drink selection with lots of variety. Delicious food, friendly and fast service. We aren’t from this area but will definitely go out of our way to come again. :)
T.K. Vang
Feb 27,2025
Got the beef chow fun, fried rice and orange chicken. My favorite was the chow fun. Everything was exquisitely delicious. The service was great. We'll definitely be ordering more in the future. Best Chinese we've had in Calvert county so far.
Eric Ratajczak
Feb 6,2025
This was my first time ordering from here but it was a great experience! Ordered in-person to-go and it was ready in about 10 minutes or so. Great tasting and everything was nice & hot. Will definitely be getting food from here again!

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