Tyler's Chinese and sushi counters sit mostly in the same strip centers as the taquerias and pho houses, and they run on the same logic: fresh food, fair prices, no ceremony. This list covers the buffet rooms, the takeout specialists, and the sushi bars locals actually rotate through, all inside the Loop.
№ 01
Noodles & Dumplings
$$
3300 Troup Hwy, Tyler, TX 75701 · +19036304170
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The veggie bao comes out as oversized buns, and the tonkatsu shrimp ramen and chicken eggrolls round out orders that regularly stretch across two or three meals. Portions run large enough that takeout is the smart call here, and the kitchen keeps plates fresh and presentable rather than steam-tray tired. Service gets consistent marks alongside the food, which is not always the case in this price tier.
What to orderveggie bao, tonkatsu shrimp ramen, chicken eggrolls
№ 02
Mikoto Ramen Bar and Sushi
$$
6611 S Broadway Ave, Ste 200, Tyler, TX 75703 · +19039447962
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Ramen is the strength at this strip-mall sushi bar, with a broth that keeps regulars coming back on a weekly basis. The nigiri and sashimi selection runs smaller than the ramen menu, and service can vary with staff turnover, but the core order holds up. Tyler's ramen options are limited, and this one has earned its regulars.
What to orderramen, nigiri, sashimi
№ 03
China King
$$
4542 S Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75703 · +19035349888
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China King runs a buffet line alongside its menu, and mapo tofu, kung pao chicken, and fried rice cover the range of a family table's appetites in one visit. The buffet draws praise for variety and freshness rather than just volume, and the room stays clean with service that keeps pace. It is the pick for a group that cannot agree on one dish.
What to ordermapo tofu, kung pao chicken, fried rice
№ 04
Wasabi Sushi Bar & Asian Bistro
$$
5617 Donnybrook Ave, Tyler, TX 75703 · +19039390211
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Nigiri, maki rolls, and sashimi anchor a sushi counter that leans on friendly, attentive front of house staff as much as the fish itself. Management has changed hands over the years, and the current team gets credit for keeping the room welcoming and the service warm. Regulars call it the strongest sushi option in town, and the room stays casual enough for a family dinner.
What to ordernigiri, maki rolls, sashimi
№ 05
Poch's Rice Café
$
1700 S Se Loop 323, Ste 102, Tyler, TX 75701 · +19036307695
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Orange peel beef comes out crisp and well seasoned, and the sweet and sour pork holds its breading, making both the standing order at this no-frills counter. Eggrolls are a consistent strength too. It is not fine dining, and portions run generous for the price. Poch's works as a weekly rotation stop rather than an occasion, and it delivers on that promise.
What to orderorange peel beef, sweet and sour pork, eggrolls
№ 06
Chinastar Express & Grill
$
510 S Sw Loop 323, Ste 104, Tyler, TX 75702 · +19035969999
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Fried rice, lo mein, and orange chicken move fast at this counter built for drivers passing through rather than diners settling in. Phone orders come out ready on arrival, and the food lands fresh and hot rather than reheated. The room stays clean and the selection covers the basics without complication, which is exactly the point of a quick-meal stop.
What to orderfried rice, lo mein, orange chicken
№ 07
Yoshi Revolving Sushi & Noodle
713 W SW Loop 323, Ste D, Tyler, TX 75701 · +19036301882
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The Polar Snap, Mountain, and Peppered Tuna rolls headline a revolving sushi belt built for a fun night out rather than a purist's dinner. This is Americanized sushi and ramen, and it reads that way on the plate, with the taiyaki dessert as a notable extra. Groups and dates fare best here, especially those coming in without expectations of a traditional Japanese menu.
What to orderPolar snap roll, Mountain roll, Peppered tuna
№ 08
Liang's Chinese
$$
7278 Old Jacksonville Hwy, Tyler, TX 75703 · +19035937883
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Sesame chicken and General Tso's chicken headline the menu at this strip-center counter, though the two dishes read nearly identical apart from the seeds on top. Portions run large enough for a weeknight dinner with leftovers, and mapo tofu adds a spicier option to the lineup. Peking duck gets advertised but does not always show up on the table, so it is worth confirming before ordering.
What to ordersesame chicken, General Tso's chicken, mapo tofu
№ 09
Ming's Cafe
$$
5707 S Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75703 · +19039390133
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Chicken fried rice and bourbon chicken are the standing order at this Chinese counter, with chow mein rounding out a menu built for reliability over surprise. Regulars passing through from Dallas and beyond make a point of stopping in on their way through town. Order accuracy has been an issue on occasion, so double-checking combination plates at pickup is worth the extra minute.
What to orderchicken fried rice, bourbon chicken, chow mein
Frequently asked
What is the best Chinese food near me in Tyler?
It depends on the corridor. China King and Poch's Rice Café both run strong on freshness and value, while Ming's and Chinastar Express work well for a quick stop off the main roads. Each restaurant here carries its own Insider Score based on the review record, and none of them paid for placement on this list.
Is there a Chinese buffet in Tyler?
China King runs a buffet line with a wide variety alongside its regular menu, and it draws consistent praise for freshness and cleanliness. It is the most reliable buffet option covered in this guide.
Where can I get good sushi in Tyler that is not too expensive?
Wasabi Sushi Bar and Asian Bistro and Mikoto Ramen Bar and Sushi both sit at the lower end of the price range and get strong marks for their nigiri, sashimi, and ramen. Yoshi Revolving Sushi and Noodle is a more Americanized, fun option for a date or group night.
How are these Chinese and sushi restaurants ranked?
Each spot carries an Insider Score built from the public review record for that restaurant, covering things like consistency, portion size, and service. No restaurant pays to appear on this list or to rank higher on it.
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The data first, then the verdict
We start with the review record, not a press release. Every room here is a real kitchen with a strong rating across a meaningful number of reviews, ranked on our 10-point Insider Score. We weight consistency over time and the rooms locals return to, not the ones tourists pass through once. The list updates as the data does. How we work →
Maribel Cantu
Staff Writer · Tyler Insider
We rank every list from the review record, not press releases.
