Big Flavor Is Coming to Tyler – El Chino Is Almost Here

Joseph Russell
Oct 6, 2025
2 min read

Tyler, get ready. Something bold is cooking on Loop 323, and it's not your average buffet. It’s fresh, it’s fusion, and it’s set to shake up the East Texas dining scene.

🍽️ Where East Meets Tex-Mex

At El Chino, we’re blending the bold flavors of Chinese cuisine and Mexican comfort food — but not in the way you’ve seen before. We’re keeping the soul of both traditions intact while bringing you homemade recipes, fresh ingredients, and a buffet experience you’ve never had before.

This isn’t just another line of steam trays and generic sauce. We're combining buffet-style dining with made-to-order specials — so when you’re hungry for more, your next plate is crafted fresh, not just scooped from a pan.

🥚 Wake Up to a New Kind of Breakfast

Without giving too much away (you’ll see soon!), let’s just say El Chino is one of the few buffets in town where breakfast matters. Think hot skillets, sweet and savory options, and breakfast plates made to fuel your day — all before lunch even starts.

🍲 Lunch & Dinner, Reimagined

When it comes to lunch and dinner, we’re not holding back. Whether you're craving fried rice, lo mein, or something sizzling and Tex-Mex-inspired, El Chino brings the best of both worlds — with real portions, real flavor, and no shortcuts.

And yes... fajitas are involved. 🔥

🥢 From the Team Behind Ohayo

If you’ve ever dined at Ohayo Sushi, you know we don’t mess around with quality. El Chino is the latest concept from Jimmy Lu, who’s bringing the same energy and excellence to this all-new fusion buffet concept.

He’s been quietly crafting something special — and now, it’s almost time to share it.

📍Coming Soon to Tyler

We’ll be opening our doors soon at the former Red Lobster location on Loop 323. Stay tuned for soft opening events, giveaways, and exclusive previews.

El ChinoChinese & Mexican Fusion Buffet-Style Dining + Made-to-Order Specials📍 Tyler, Texas | Grand Opening Fall 2025