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China Super Buffet in La Mesa

3.8 (199) 7984 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942, United States

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Chinese restaurant
Buffet restaurant

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La Mesa, San Diego County, California, US

Phone: +1 619-337-6888
Site: https://usmapz.me/china-super-bu...

Opening hours

Monday:11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday:11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday:11 AM–9 PM
Thursday:11 AM–9 PM
Friday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Saturday:11 AM–9:30 PM
Sunday:11 AM–9:30 PM

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Total reviews rating 3.8

199 Reviews for China Super Buffet 2024:

Review №1

2024-03-24 23:22:25

It was a little crowded. But for the price it was worth it.A lot of foods.MeatsSea foodSaladsVegetablesDessertsDrinksIce creamSoupsALL YOU CAN EAT.Senior discount.

Review №2

2024-05-25 22:12:31

Food was absolutely disgusting. Everything was cold and greasy, the ice cream machine was broken, and sushi was questionable. Black mold around all the vents. This place is a health code violation on so many levels.My partner and I came expecting to pay under $10 each, but the prices online were wrong. Will not be eating here again.

Review №3

2024-06-30 05:21:03

Very good food (variety and abundance) for the price. First time I tried it at the recommendation of my Taiwanese Godmother. I will come back again whenever in San Diego!I’d recommend you give this place a try!

Review №4

2024-06-24 02:13:07

Horrible. Completely horrible. Staff didnt serve us or check on us once after putting us in a corner. Then tried to double charge us for the shotty service and cold food that they prepared. Been going here for years but never again. Not after today. No thank you. Over priced. Over cooked. Over everything. Dont go here.

Review №5

2024-05-28 13:37:43

Its great to hear that despite the crowds, you found the experience at the restaurant worth it, especially considering the variety of foods available. Sometimes a bustling atmosphere can add to the excitement of dining out! Thanks for sharing your feedback.

Review №6

2024-04-22 03:04:27

Clean and low price. Nice service. Recommended

Review №7

2024-06-04 22:55:02

Ive been coming to this place with my family for over 15 years. It used to be very clean and well-maintained. However, during my recent visit, I noticed a significant decline in the quality of the food. Everything tasted overly salty and artificial, as if it was full of sodium. Despite the $20 all-you-can-eat offer, I couldnt even finish one plate after trying multiple options. It was a disappointing experience, and I hope the management addresses these issues soon.

Review №8

2022-03-30 08:05:53

I love eating out. I found this china super buffet by coincidence during a quick visit to san Diego, fine place which I didn’t know before. I spent a lovely evening with my 2 friends and there kids, A huge set of different items of foods from all over the world, superb dishes and an efficient team and an impressive chef. We put this place in our phone list and we will definitely come back soon. We highly recommend.First time there. Very good buffet for the price. a huge selection of food, and specially for seafood lovers in different dishes, BBQ ribs, fresh salads, fresh fruit... and more.Again, for the price this is a great buffet.

Review №9

2024-06-26 13:37:22

Cold food, old stale meat, Salad bar was tiny i wouldnt trust their raw sushi given how poorly the cooked stuff tasted. The only decent thing was the stir fry they make in front of you. Im not a picky eater but this was the worst buffet ive seen.

Review №10

2021-11-11 16:05:13

Honestly I like this buffet but I always question how clean the entire place is... We are always swapping away at flies when we eat here. The food stands look decent but dang, the flies always get to me! I honestly dont think this place is very clean... Thats why it gets a 2 star review.

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Review №11

2024-05-13 06:01:05

The test of the foods were excellent, but and I don’t how safe and clean. Service not to bad, only problem is the bathroom so bad, you can’t even walk into the bathroom without walking on the water and pee all over the ground, you can’t set inside the to do number 2, don’t even think about it. I think this restaurant must be reported to health department for health and safety inspections ASAP.

Review №12

2022-06-04 20:54:30

4.5 starsI enjoy this buffer since I discovered September. I dont give it 5 stars because this visit fruit was not good. Today there were fruit flies on the cabbage and Pineapples of the Mongolian bbq. Other than the fruit flies on those two items... there is row after row of choices for anyone to enjoy! Update: no longer have a lunch buffet price but all day dinner pricing which is a bummer, I like to go their for lunch for the lunch pricing.

Review №13

2018-09-03 03:55:42

The food was fresh and there where plenty of seafood options. The sushi could have been better and I passed on the crab legs that swam in water the whole time. I can say the sauce was not overly sweet on most of the meats, I really appreciated that. Overall the food was tasty, the coconut shrimp was on point.

Review №14

2024-03-27 13:38:17

Hadnt been in yrs. Seemed like the place is popular, there was quite a line shortly after we arrived. Would have liked to have signs by food. Didnt know what a lot of the items were, so I chose not to try it. Overall, I would probably go back.

Review №15

2022-01-11 11:46:24

At $16 per person, we got what we paid for.We had moderate expectations knowing it was $16 per person. But we left mildly disappointed. If you enjoy very salty Chinese foods - over cooked in bulk - this place is for you.Environment - This place has a dated looked with Chinese stereotype decors. It is January 2022 and Covid is rampant. This place became jam packed as we’re halfway through our lunch! No table available. We left fast!Staff - not friendly but not mean. Smiles would be nice.Tables - clean-ish. Wads of paper napkins 5 inches high left on top of metal napkin boxes at every table.Foods. The few sushi selection is all nigiri; thin/small sliver of fish on top of fat rice balls. It’s okay. The Chinese food selection is abundant. Frog legs, welks, deep fried chicken wings, etc. Stir fried noodles made to order but wait your turn in a 20 minute line.I should really give this place 4 stars for the Chinese food selections BUT they pulled the “All You Can Eat” for $16 trick by making the foods super salty so that you drink a lot of water to fill your tummy. Had the foods not so salty, definitely 4 stars.

Review №16

2024-03-06 21:17:38

If i can give a big fat 0 zero or 0 stars i would or not even waste my time to write this. We are regular customers here and hadnt visited in awhile and we got to our first plate, sat down started to eat the first bite & was highly disappointed that all the food was cold. We didnt even finish We got up went to the front to let them know & they still charged us Full Price. Wowwww we will never go back.

Review №17

2024-05-17 16:38:03

For the price this buffet was definitely not worth it. The food tasted old as if it were from two-three days ago and re warmed up. Nothing was good here. I don’t recommend anyone to come here. 👎🏼

Review №18

2024-02-08 07:38:39

This is my most satisfying buffet. There are many kinds. The waiters in it are very enthusiastic. One is a birthday, and the waiter also made a beautiful small cake. Its great. I will come again.

Review №19

2024-03-11 23:52:31

Been here before and food has always been good along with service..This time I served myself some butter shrimp, beef and broccoli and com pao chicken .. my food was cold to the touch along with some ribs and jalapeño chicken my husband got. I let waitress know, I assume she told the cooks or servers. Came and told us it was ready but when I served myself again it was a mixture of hot and cold food.Also waitress was not attentive, needed to be looking for them even though it wasnt busy.We all have our bad days but dont think Ill be back anytime soon.

Review №20

2023-03-19 05:34:15

Service has gotten wayyyy better. Friendly smiles and nicer attitudes. Food was the same, could be better. Definitely fresh. Desserts are still boring and plain. Icecream is still icemilk, no ty. Chow mein could be better. Other than all this the price is fine.

Review №21

2024-02-07 01:36:00

Wew what a train wreck! Went in with family of 4 and honestly I dont understand how this place is in business! I spent $90! Roof was dripping from every light fixture in the ceiling. Not one time did anyone take a single plate off our table which is fine I just started stacking them on the table behind me. Not one time was our drinks refilled which is also fine but dont expect a TIP! Im a great tipper! I always tip 30%. The look on this ladys face staring into my soul with her credit card reader in her hand waiting for a tip just blows my mind. She was no where to be found the entire time we were there. We filled our drinks our selves from the machine. The place smells questionable and the quality of food is scary especially the seafood. The 5 gallon bucket they fill the ice cream machine with was scary. Looked like its never ever cleaned with black mold and slime on the inside. Its hit or miss go at your own risk!

Review №22

2021-04-16 06:21:03

The china super Buffet is the. Top. Number one. Buffet restaurant. The place is excellent in their food and quality .all the food is fresh. The sushi is tasty. The squid the brockley beef. The egg rills the shrimp is excellent. The place is very clean and very. Friendly polite. Staff. Manager very professional and acknowledges His regular customer. I. Have been a regular customer. For. Many. Many. Years. Going all the. Way. Back to 2006. I recommend this restaurant in. La. Mesa ca. 100. Percent . I. Give it. 5. Stars. Excellent. Restaurant for families and friends. And. Workers. To go to. Ive brought. many friends and co workers over. Many. Times. To. This. Excellent restaurant. I worked at sharp grossmont from 1979 to 2012 and i have recomend this place. To other staff to. Go.to even after retireing from. Sharp grossmont hospital after. 2012 at age. 54. I. Continued. To go their as a customer and bring in friends and. I also continue. To. Recommend this. Restaurant to. More. People in 2021. I. Am. Very. Pleased. That super china buffet has been anble to. Reopen . i like the new tile floors. Updated. Excellent. Restaurant

Review №23

2024-06-16 19:44:10

Nice place good service no its not best Asian food but for the price and large verity it is definitely worth it. The boa and wonton soup was good.

Review №24

2024-03-23 16:16:07

Always amazing. Love their chicken teriyaki. Fresh fruits, chicken on a stick. Yesterday they had yummy squid rings, small octopus legs which were yu.my. mussels a must.Their white thick sauce on the scallops and shrimp, ehhh.which was without that sauce..But, Love this place

Review №25

2024-04-21 00:06:03

10/10 across the board! Absolutely every item I tasted was great. Not sure that Ive ever given a 10/10 to anywhere besides my favorite vegan restaurant in New York City.

Review №26

2022-09-30 19:20:42

Minus -10 stars I thought by being in the area of La Mesa there food was going to be better tasting and quality ges not, they open at 11 am and most of the food was probably out before 10 am so it didnt taste fresh and the egg drop soup tasted like facet water and also there jello, to much ginger in there food they got money today but never again .

Review №27

2022-06-29 03:06:37

Best buffet in town.You will have plenty of choices. All ingredients are fresh. Best place to take your families for dinner.

Review №28

2024-01-15 01:07:57

Its one of the best buffets in San Diego

Review №29

2021-09-10 21:12:52

This place is awesome. They have sushi, Mongolian grill, and all the stuff you want. If you want to eat everything, China super buffet is the best choice.

Review №30

2023-05-16 22:03:39

Been going here for many years, and its just going down hill, food is good but miss the peanut butter chicken 😔. Went to make what my daughter calls custom noodles and the area where the fixings for them was full of fruit flies we decided against that lol the food was hot and the Ham, chicken sticks and terriyaki chicken was good but it just doesnt seem to be as good as what you pay for anymore.

Review №31

2023-12-27 06:12:04

Large buffet with plenty of options. We went here at the request of my mother in law - the food was okay. A lot of items were mislabeled. We were able to get a party of 6 seated fairly quickly. The space is quite tight so it can be awkward to maneuver around when its busy

Review №32

2022-01-03 21:00:11

Weve been a regular at China Super Buffet for many years especially because the La Mesa one has more to offer than El Cajon. I think with COVID its been changing some of the dishes because theres no more ribs, just pieces of rib in the same sauce but, since the slices are so small they get as hard as rock. The deserts have changed and I know its to save money, along with the entrees, so theres fewer heated dishes or that were supposed to be heated or at least have been for the years weve been going there; just cold. I honestly, dont know if its okay to keep meats and seafood at room temperature. I was really surprised when my sweet and sour chicken was cold and we always go about 2 hours after opening so that we know its all fresh and hot.The sushi is still wonderful and they also have the cook there to make your special meal. I hope that doesnt change.For the cost of the buffet its still a real bargain; sushi alone is so expensive. But, my favorites arent there anymore, so, well probably venture to new places.

Review №33

2024-06-28 03:23:41

We like coming in here. It’s a reasonably priced Chinese buffet.

Review №34

2024-05-14 00:43:42

Great buffet! $17.99 also includes sushi and stir fry dishes if you want more than what is put out.

Review №35

2022-11-14 20:51:51

Large variety of food you have to go! And they have a chocolate fountain! Keep it really nice and clean

Review №36

2019-05-17 05:17:25

The China Buffet has an excellent variety and quality of Asian food and a variety of others including fries and pizza and BBQ. My experience includes the striped bass( which is very good) and the won ton soup(which depends on how long it has been on the table).

Review №37

2021-06-30 02:51:02

One of the baddest buffet in San Diego. on the way to restroom staying trash boxes. Inside not clean. So many empty plates, so you dont have a lot of choices. But price not a chip.People why working here not polite, on my Thank you they never sad you welcome.I dont want come here more.

Review №38

2024-01-22 01:09:58

Went there shortly after they opened on a Sunday. It was very quiet, and everything looked like had just been prepared. Very tasty!

Review №39

2024-03-25 01:55:08

Was there Friday, lots of variety.Crab legs, oysters, shrimp, roast beef, lots of fruit,Server was very friendlyPlaning on taking family soon!!!

Review №40

2022-09-13 15:51:13

Average chinese buffet. Went for a birthday party unfortunatly service was extremely unorganized and unattentive. In order to get a drink you had to go ask for one and not to mention how embarrassing it was to go through a family of 30+ to figure out who was on whos bill. Great for small family dinners can not recommemd for big partys

Review №41

2022-04-11 02:59:34

The food is HORRIBLE don’t try it at all the food taste like plastic and the ice cream is water and sugar the noodles are stale and the sushi taste frozen and the rice is horrible and bland

Review №42

2023-08-22 22:21:22

This place gave me food poisoning. Was hands down the worst dining experience I’ve ever had. From the moment my wife and I walked in all we could smell was mold and rotten fish. We wanted to give the benefit of the doubt, bad idea. The hot food was cold and the cold food was room temp. Not fresh at all. Not to mention the service was horrible. Waited 20 minutes for a water. Couldn’t give less than one star.

Review №43

2023-05-23 13:37:29

I have no words to explain how delicious the food is.

Review №44

2024-07-01 03:33:39

Food was cold and mushy. Most of it was not worth the effort.

Review №45

2023-09-29 03:04:02

Was a good atmosphere, I went around 6pm the wasnt a lot of people. The food was ok, but the waitress she never refilled our drinks, and she waited too much to remove the plates from our table. However, when we go to pay, she looks mad for the tips, the tips are dependent on the service, and I dont liked the service. Im not sure come back again.

Review №46

2024-06-19 23:28:40

My family and I came to try this buffet despite the reviews. Must say

Review №47

2023-10-22 03:48:03

This place didn’t look like the online pictures. False advertisement no crab legs like stated on the online add. 🙅‍♀️ most of the food was cold and the presentation was bad most was dry and old.. The flavor was not good and the service was poor. There’s better buffets in the area for a better tasting food and better price. The waiter also delayed with the check 🙄 and was expecting a big tip!! 🤨 I would not recommend this place. I will not return either…👎

Review №48

2017-06-21 01:42:46

This buffet is usually well stocked, with hot fresh food, and they have a good variety. My go tos are fried rice and cream cheese wonton. Their fried rice is pretty good but the wonton is on sweet side so it is not my favorite Chinese buffet in the world. Also most of the recipes are heavy on the hoisin, I personally feel it makes them taste the same. On the bright side, the chocolate fountain, fresh sushi and Mongolian grill, steak, a bevy of fried foods and soups, multiple seafood options and crab legs to name just a few. My kids ask to come here over and over again for the crab and sushi.

Review №49

2022-10-07 19:56:16

Listen, I’ve been to a bunch of Chinese buffets in my lifetime and this one had LS the most variety I’ve ever seen and the quality of the food surprisingly was amazing, for the price I 10/10 recommend!

Review №50

2024-02-02 23:50:31

Kinda bummed out on this last visit. It was dripping water from the roof all around the food area. Food was not even hot and looked like its been sitting all day. The flavor of the food was a drag. For $50, I wish I went somewhere else.

Review №51

2024-02-27 00:25:07

Table was sticky, over priced at $30 was only able to eat 1 limp spring roll and vegetables, sick for 3 days after eating there.

Review №52

2023-10-23 02:15:11

This place is hot or miss a lot of the time, sometimes theres so much variety and everything is fresh and hot and other times theyre low on everything and it tastes like its been sitting there for a minute. Still like this place though.

Review №53

2018-10-29 20:12:14

Surprisingly good, 10.99 lunchtime buffet and a reasonable selection of food, would recommend

Review №54

2023-11-11 22:48:38

Best all you can eat in San Diego

Review №55

2023-09-08 03:45:05

Upon arrival at the Chinese Super BuffetMy mother, my two little brothers and I witness a racial profiling by the staff. There was a women who was African American waiting for a table despite the tables be free and ready to use. The staff did not give her the table. She waited for about 30-60 minutes tops for a table. But the staff did not give her a table. But gave us a table because were Asian? The food was horrendous the fried rice wasnt even fried rice it was rice with add vegetables to make it like fried rice. The rice as was was mushy felt like Im eating porridge for Christ sake. The coconut shrimp didnt have enough sauce it was dry dryer then the Sahara desert. The Kung Po chicken was salty. The atmospheric was good. The service was horrible didnt ask us if the food was ok or anything. So Im rating the place a 1 star.

Review №56

2022-12-14 15:56:02

Great value with a good selection of food.

Review №57

2023-07-30 20:51:49

Food is decent. But what is not okay is how the waitress charged us for 8 drinks when it was just 4 of us. The drinks was 2.50 each just last month when we went there but she charged us 5 dollars for the two adult beverages then 10 bucks for two kids small drinks like seriously? Then when we told her about it she didn’t understand what we were saying and just continued to charge us and give us receipt as that was gonna justify the overpriced drinks. Not to mention that the bathroom is DISGUSTING. They don’t properly clean the floors or toilets. It’s a shame that they don’t take the time to care for their customers especially ones that tip every time they come like I do. I don’t recommend this place unfortunately.

Review №58

2023-07-27 03:00:58

When I go to a Chinese buffet its because I like egg drop soup so I do expect to eat something thats homemade. At the China Super Buffet I got a rude awaking . The egg drop soup I got was straight out of a CAN .I left there with BUBBLE GUTS ! Not good ! So with all this it makes me think this place serves nothing fresh, but food out of a can. So this is not worth the price . Ill never waste a dime there again . If your thinking of going re consider .

Review №59

2023-06-03 06:10:05

Im pretty sure they clean the entire floor with bacon grease! I am not exaggerating, I felt like I was going to slip and fall to my death, or at least fracture a hip! Seriously, try some pine sol on the floor instead of grease! The food was just ok, but Im not a buffet person. I like quality over quantity. If youre looking for quantity, this is the place to go. If you like quality, this is not the place! $22 per person is just too much for mediocre food and F- in

Review №60

2023-10-28 06:19:41

I been going here for some years now nothing has changed with there food its still good An taste the same but they should bring there lobster rolls an crab legs back thats what l liked the most good food always 😜👍🏾

Review №61

2024-03-23 02:34:39

I have been coming here for years. They recently change owner and the food isnt as tasty.

Review №62

2023-08-13 21:26:01

This was my first and last time at this establishment. The sushi was the only thing that was eadible and it was just ok. The rest of the food was just not giving me anything special. The coconut shrimp were so chewy and cold. If Im going to pay $17.99 for a buffet before the drink it needs to be fresh and taste right! Not impressed at all.

Review №63

2024-03-15 23:59:13

Food was bland and spoiled. The only good thing was the cream cheese wontons.

Review №64

2023-05-19 19:24:47

I do not know what has happened to this place they used to be good but this time the egg rolls were cold, the pizza was still a raw dough, the fried rice tasted a week old and they do not have sweetener for diabetics who drink tea. The sad part is it was so much wasted food that could have fed another person or two.

Review №65

2023-07-24 23:59:13

Like any place, this one has its pros and cons. Its been one of my neighborhood go-to spots since they first opened their doors, and they were worth 5 stars across the board for many many years, but I believe their massive popularity sadly changed all that in the last 5-7 yrs. My current rating is solely based on my most recent experience last week for dinner at 5pm on a Sunday.Food: I always start w/soup & sushi, and both were as great as ever. I would even add that their new sushi chef is a wonderful woman, who graciously pointed out that shed just made a fresh new platter of the roll I was about to serve myself. 👍👍 By contrast, however, many of the dishes at the buffet were the opposite of fresh, and had clearly been sitting there drying up since the lunch crowd left. Most notably was the Coconut Shrimp, which was like little coconut fried rocks. 👎👎 The same could be said for the half-shell mussels and the green beans. 👎👎SERVICE: Great, as always. 👍👍PRICE: Went up in the last month. Unfortunate, for sure, but given how inflation has hit every aspect of life, I guess it was to be expected. 😞ATMOSPHERE: This has consistently gone way down. Admittedly though, its thanks to the declining quality of customers who have, among other things, trashed the bathrooms and ruined the once pleasant ambience. That said, however, the proprietors have some blame as well, and the large screen tv forever on a sports channel is certainly part of it. On this occasion though, their tv had competition, as customers were watching their own shows on their own gadgets at full volume. Unreal, but thats the world we live in today. 😞 👎👎 Gone are the days of a relaxing, delicious and reasonably priced meal at what once was my favorite Chinese buffet. Sad.

Review №66

2023-06-19 17:19:55

A nasty floor, it was full of used napkins.I have to ask 3 times so they can clean my table.They dont pick up your plates. And dont refill your drinks/water.Some food doesnt taste good (hope dont get sick). The next morning my bf is sickSplit a military discount (I never seen that happened before)

Review №67

2023-03-17 03:16:30

Good food and tons of it! The space to walk around was lacking, there was always someone bumping into chairs or or other people. The bathrooms are not very clean. There was toilet paper and seat covers everywhere and paper towels were not stocked. Service was great. Our waitress kept or drinks full and cleared our plates often.

Review №68

2023-03-20 17:05:37

Very nice decor, love the arched entry ways and crystal Chandlers! Went on a Sunday around 5 pm, super busy but they had a pretty quick turnaround time for getting people seated, even larger parties of 4-8 people!Staff were friendly and constantly on the move to clear plates and refill drinks!The buffet area had a lot to offer however was a bit tight; with as many people that were there - it was a dance to get from area to area, offen 2 to 3 of the 6 trays (pure buffet table) were empty or just barely anything (food went very fast, just couldnt cook fast enough to keep up with demand on certain items), a few items the majority of tray were burnt (which wasnt a bad thing necessarily, I like my spare ribs a bit more cooked). The food that had sauces were well flavored, they also had sauses you could add to your selections. Bonus, they have a Mongolian grill set up as well!

Review №69

2024-02-13 07:23:15

Since the pandemic they are no longer a good place to eat. Sad to say, but I will not be returning, my last experience was awful. Cold food and some things tasted just awful. Im so sad, this was once my favorite place to eat in la mesa

Review №70

2023-02-15 04:20:41

This place is the absolute worst. But the experience was pleasurable until I got home, good customer service and my beer was always full. But by the time I got home my stomach was in pieces . They need to fix what ever they are doing wrong . Expired food is a health code violation by all means

Review №71

2022-06-16 23:55:39

Family gathering at this place is a common choice for us. Weve been coming here for maybe 20 years and its consistently good food at good prices. Called ahead to arrange seating for 20 was no problem. Took a bit of time to wait, but only about 15 minutes when I got there, so had the best conversations before we entered. Always have plenty of food and choices for a great meal. As usual, quite a crowd, but everyone is considerate and just a few kids are a bit too excited about getting their favorites and soft-serve cones as desert. Certainly well be back for the next occasion!

Review №72

2022-02-09 05:17:33

Alot of food, I especially love their sushi... also great ambiance and service.

Review №73

2017-11-30 20:59:30

I liked the fact they have multiple options and the grill is definitely a plus... I just think it was a bit rude to shove the receipt in my face while Im still eating 10min. In

Review №74

2024-01-31 02:11:32

Always loved eating here been going for 20 years

Review №75

2023-04-06 01:04:41

It was a night to remember and brag to your friends about! They had many different chinese food to choose from. They also have a chef right there that will cook and fry up your food if you bring the fresh vegetables and meat that you want cooked on the spot. Sushis were excellent! They bring you your beverage filled up in a tall drinking cup extra large. They also have many fruits and desserts to choose from. You really have to go there on an empty stomach because after leaving there your stomach is so stuffed from all the great food you ate. The interior of the place was very nice and detailed with fine china decor everywhere! I would recommend this place for any family or friends who want to eat out at a Chinese buffet all you can eat! Two thumbs up! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Review №76

2023-02-09 01:38:01

Good food but at what price? Almost every time I go there, there is a 30 minute line. They say there is no room, yet half the building is empty! with tables and chairs! So they make you wait half an hour. When you eventually get in they pack you in like sardines, elbow to elbow with the people next to you, VERY! Frustrating experience.

Review №77

2022-08-07 17:48:40

It is a very good place to combine with the family and have a good time. An exquisite place to taste the food that is served in that very good place, but the staff there is very poor. they spread the cutlery on the table in a bad manner the person who served us in that place was a boy in a white shirt I told him that he had a bad manner of serving us and that he would not do the treatment and service he was giving correctly he just started to laugh and talk in their language with another waiter who works there, we only left that place and we will never return because of that person who ruined a family day in that place

Review №78

2023-11-26 05:01:35

The food and service at this place is five stars to me and my family. They have a good seafood, chicken, beef, etc.

Review №79

2021-11-04 23:43:49

Great very nice and respectful, food hot and tasty, and not too pricey. Will keep coming back...

Review №80

2022-09-27 17:30:37

I went last night and I was very disappointed. Servers are ok but the food was not fresh, flies are all over, on the sushi, and on the desserts. The workers seemed aloof, they dont care to shoo the flies away from the food. The restaurant didnt look clean, tables and seats and floors look dirty. They need to rethink how theyre doing business. If I was you Id look for a clean restaurant with fresh food and no flies. Just saying that was my experience.

Review №81

2023-11-04 01:26:26

Took nearly an hour or more to sit us, could’ve been because of their rush, and it took quite a while to refill our cups, as their was only one server, my mother waited a long time to get her rice made with the chef at their little stove bar, overall might return for the variety of food but that’s it.

Review №82

2023-03-20 00:15:55

To start off there was no plates.... 10-15 mins for plates to come out ....Ice cream broken and than when they made it work it was watery and had no favor.A lot of the food was running out and the ones that wasnt taste like its been there all day.Nobody came to check if we need refills on drinks or anything. I asked for a fork and the lady said okay and never brought it.Than the lady came up to us telling us to pay now, and I was like okay. I do always leave tips everywhere I go but this time I didnt because I was very unhappy with the services and that nothing was good. So I didnt this time and the lady told me you need to leave a tip give me ur card again. Never knew they can force you to leave a tip. What a tip step up ur service and be more polite.Will not be going back anymore EVER!If I could of gave 0 stars I would of

Review №83

2023-06-07 00:17:47

I enjoy all the options the buffet offers. There are a few items that have been discontinued since before COVID. Overall, the food is good and service is what youd expect for a buffet. If you go in the evenings or on a holiday, be prepared for a wait.

Review №84

2023-06-24 00:58:41

Got there later in the day and there was nothing left to eat. I got one spare rib which was very good 😊. but there was no stir fry left and hardly anything else. Service wasnt great either.

Review №85

2022-03-03 03:46:40

We almost didnt try this place because of the bad reviews, but honestly was very surprised! Service was good, they never let us leave a dirty plate for long in the table, refills were timely and food was great! A few dishes were kinda cold, but thats nearly every Buffett. Lots of good options and place is kept up well! Did not check bathroom, but contrary to other reviews, did not see any flies of any kind.

Review №86

2023-05-20 01:20:02

Went in a Tuesday for dinner. Absolutely nasty food. Everything bland and old and stale. Seems like food has been sitting out for a while. The place smells like rotten seafood. Don’t recommend at all

Review №87

2023-08-28 21:32:19

This buffet is great! I don’t like buffets because food is not usually good….try this place everything is fresh and not crowded there’s also a sushi bar here!

Review №88

2023-05-19 15:47:02

Great Customer Service. They make you feel at Home. Working Bathrooms tender pork ribs. Very tender. Every items look very fresh and not frozen.

Review №89

2023-05-21 21:28:27

Food is HIGHLY hit or miss, and most of the items have zero flavor whatsoever. The dessert tastes like cigarette smoke. And they put trash in my fresh glass of water.

Review №90

2019-09-09 22:01:06

Always great.. Large variety of dishes, sushi, vegetables, salads, seafood abd desserts.. Reasonable prices. Luncha and dinner prices...

Review №91

2022-09-16 02:44:26

There is a huge rat running through the dining room when we ate there couple weekends ago. They tried to give me a $10 discount and it was not even about the discount. I felt sick after leaving the place. It was disgusting and it shows the standards of cleanlinesss is subpar. The place smells old and dirty. I will never eat there ever again. Save your money and find another place to eat. The food government agency need to do an audit of this place and shut it down before someone gets sick.

Review №92

2023-06-04 21:38:13

Is not the same.. The lack of food and I am sorry but I blame customers. They are inconsiderate of others 😒. Is a buffet there is plenty of food. Another downer is that they no longer have Sriracha sauce (hot sauce) or soy sauce. Really disappointed because is a pricey buffet 17.99$ and drinks not included 😑.

Review №93

2022-06-02 23:10:52

Waited for more than 45-60 min. Person said she thought it was only two. We were 3. And she kept passing 3or more people ahead of us. The food didnt taste like before in 2019. This time food was very greasy, (oily?)some sweet bread rolls, squeezed one in front of the receptionist and like a sponge lots of oil came out. She said they had to soak them in oil to fry ! Nobody picked up the plates even when we put them on the window sill. Need lots of P.R.And cook training. The sweet sour soup was over boiled no taste .more to say but then thats my opinion. The one on national city is awesome! Thank you for for asking for my opinion.

Review №94

2023-04-05 02:09:32

Good buffet, a lot of choices to pick from, and the best thing about it is the hibachi stir fry that they have here. Its a really popular place, so get here before dinner time, or youll be waiting. Its worth the wait, though.

Review №95

2022-07-08 22:26:48

For 16.50 a person you don’t expect much. The food looked like it was there for days. The seafood looked so bad that you just know your gonna get food poisoning. For 2 adults and 1 kid it came up to 50 dollars. Your better going to 7-11 and getting there old pizza or even McDonalds and spend way less for honestly better food. The people working were rude and gave dirty looks and smirks knowing that there food is gross and dirty. The plates were dirty, the silverware was dirty. Honestly very disappointing. If you actually have taste buds don’t eat here

Review №96

2022-08-16 06:50:46

This place is everything I expect a Chinese buffet to be. Inexpensive, plenty of seating, and many tasty foods to choose from. Most are good, some just average. Sushi was a bit too fishy tasting for me, but it is a buffet after all. I was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness of this place and the service people took our unwanted plates away in an appropriate and timely manner. 👍🏻👍🏻

Review №97

2023-01-23 04:47:27

Over all this buffet had a bit more variety of food and dessert was typical but they at least had a chocolate fountain though. Places big enough to seat a party at 10 with four kids. Will come back with the fam.

Review №98

2023-08-08 15:11:26

It took awhile to be seated, lots of food pans were empty throughout the night, the sauces were salty to the point you didn’t want to eat your plate, and there was a lack of available plates/bowls.

Review №99

2023-05-15 15:34:01

As far as it goes with waitress service its really bad it sucks we had a pile of plates and are table waited 10 minutes they had six people working and no one can even pick it up until I stood up and wiped them to our table bad. But the food was great. I would not leave a tip for all the tea in China

Review №100

2023-09-16 03:42:37

Everything is sticky . It’s run down . Service is awful and worst of all.. the “ flan” jello looking thing in the fruit section . It tasted like an ashtray smells . Honestly a waste of money .

Review №101

2021-08-23 23:22:41

Loved it! Just plain loved it! The Sushi was outstanding! The salmon too! The 4 stars is for the plastic cutlery...so much waste. I know that seems petty, but its just so much unnecessary waste. And multiple iterations, evey time I got up I had to get another one. I would be more than happy to change this review to 5 stars if they go back to real silverware

Review №102

2023-02-14 00:55:01

Good food, good selection. Price is fair. A bargin compared to other locations.My only is is bathrooms and the other customers. Be kind and respectful. There is plenty of food. Relax.Please maintain/the bathroom. Lack of soap and towels.

Review №103

2019-12-17 06:22:46

My kids love it. It could use a new floor and a great scrubbing but the food area is always clean and fresh. Prices arent the worst, they charge extra for drinks. Skip the coffee, it sucks and they dont serve real cream. Also if you are smart, youll stay away from the chocolate sneeze fountain. They refill your water here and clean up while you are eating so please dont forget to tip.

Review №104

2021-03-02 03:13:21

Way less quality than the last time we were there. You can tell lots of the food isnt rotated and is left out to long. Some stuff wasnt even eatable. They no longer have fountain drinks either. Not even water. So your forced to buy either bottled water or cans of soda. I understand about trying to make extra money during the pandemic but there are still ways to maintain quality better . Customer service wasnt very good.

Review №105

2022-07-17 00:16:14

I have been taking my son here since he was 2 and is now 6 years old. The quality of food has seen the changes of those years. Used to be my favorite spot for Chinese buffet. The last time we went I grabbed one plate and was so disappointed in the food I didnt finish it. Cut my losses and walked away. Not sure what happened to this place, but I miss the old days. R.i.p.

Review №106

2022-06-01 19:39:53

Very nice ambiance. My first time here. I dont think I ever figured out the layout. Nice sushi display first thing upon entering. Nice dining area. Booth seats repaired nicely.** Would like to see some mayonnaise near the wasabi. I used Italian dressing, but that ruined the wasabi.

Review №107

2022-07-24 01:00:17

Most of the food was cold, and the service is not good. Unfortunately I was very disappointed in the food, I tried their pork chops. I couldnt even bite through it. I love salt and pepper chicken wings, however, at this restaurant they tasted like somebody dumped a whole salt can on them, almost not edible.They open at 11:00 am. I arrived at 11:30 and the food was already cold.I will go back to Century Buffet in El Cajon and skip this restaurant.

Review №108

2017-08-03 02:28:23

Its super hot inside! The customer service is not good, but the food is okay.

Review №109

2022-02-12 20:53:07

Selection was big although the food wasn’t the best. Dining area and bathrooms need some cleaning. We were seated 3 feet from a dripping, dust coated vent on the ceiling. Had fly’s around our drinks the whole time 🤮 The lack of cleanliness made us loose our appetites

Review №110

2023-05-21 23:22:04

Compared to its branch in National City, there are a lot more food options. They even have a small mongolian grill section. Payment occurred after our meal. Encountered a very pushy waitress who wanted a tip.

Review №111

2023-12-27 00:47:10

This is the worst place and they are dirty and we are a big family. And they gave us a small place to eat at.🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮

Review №112

2022-03-01 20:50:49

This resteraunt has delicious fresh healthy food choices. The service was excellent they remove your soiled plates immediately their attentive they refill your drinks as needed and ll for the right price. Lunch is cheaper then dinner but still the same freshness and quality you can expect from this resteraunt. This is my new favorite place for lunch or dinner.

Review №113

2022-02-20 00:25:20

Very rude staff. Not personable, lots of flies half of the food was cold and the waiter and a few other staff seemed to be in a very bad mood. The empty plates that we finished where not picked up until we were ready to leave. The stir fry lady through my plate back at we when she was finish.Oh yeah the salt had something in it. I am never giving them any more of my money and I definitely would not recommend them to anyone.

Review №114

2018-09-23 20:25:12

Love the place. The food is great. The signs asking not to over take food is cool because it makes you think about how much you put on your plate. Also unlike other all you can eat places, here they do not try to rush you to eat the food. The servers are fast to remove the plates but not fast to make you feeling like to rush through eating your meal. For the cost, the food & service is worth the price.

Review №115

2024-06-30 00:21:21

Nice . Cleaned. Whoa!😳 Last time I was here, it was a year ago. But now. 😲☹very, very expensive!

Review №116

2021-05-28 22:58:29

The food is absolutely HORRIBLE. I went recently when the finally reopened. The chocolate from the fountain doesn’t taste like chocolate and the fish was chewy. It was GROSS. Better off going to a takeout Chinese food shop. The service, well, there was none. We had to get up to refill our own drinks, which is fine, but the “server” gave us a weird look when we didn’t leave a tip. This has to be one of the worst Chinese buffets in San Diego. Don’t waste your money, go somewhere else.

Review №117

2022-08-03 19:46:21

First of all, all there sea food taste really old, like expired ! I’m not sure if I’ll have food poisoning . Second, when you walk-in they do not have prices ! The food is totally not worth the price . All their food is expired and the cooking staff got attitude. Their food isn’t the same as before now they are way too worse than before . Beyond expectations!!!

Review №118

2023-10-23 06:26:10

Good selection of options. I love that they always have jello. Its one of my fave things.

Review №119

2022-01-26 07:30:11

Place feels dirty inside. Very very dirty. It’s not being cleaned. If this places going to get random inspection they gonna get shut down.Carpet is ancient and extremely dirty.Restrooms have full trash bags.Food is mediocre. Used to be much better.Waiting staff just focused to get you out the door faster.In general this place needs either a new management or health inspection.

Review №120

2023-09-12 05:26:28

If they clean up the place especially the smell I rather pay extra to the cost of their grub. I cannot vest in walking into this place without other reason.

Review №121

2022-11-30 04:38:26

I went with my friend who likes the buffet place. It is decent for under $17. They do have sushi and a chocolate fountain and sift serve ice cream machine. Dinner does not include a drink. There were a lot of people there and big families.

Review №122

2021-01-25 02:37:10

I havent been to the buffet, but have ordered take out a few times. The sweet and sour chicken left a little to be desired, but everything else we have ordered has been delicious! They also have options I havent been able to find at other Chinese restaurants, that I missed from being back east. This is definitely our favorite Chinese place in the San Diego area.

Review №123

2019-12-22 11:53:33

Never disappoints. Some of the waitresses be slow and dont care to collect my plate. Except this one. She wears glasses. I love her. She the best one. I wish they wear name badges. Crab legs could be more thicker. But i love it anyways

Review №124

2019-11-09 03:47:26

Unfriendly staff, expensive for what it is. The seafood options were pretty decent and the chicken items as well. Deserts were stale and bland. Nothing particularly horrible and nothing to write home to mom about either. Restroom could definitely use some attention. Didnt try the sushi.

Review №125

2018-12-28 19:23:13

For a buffet, the food here is good, but the atmosphere desperately needs to be improved. For one, the carpet needs to be deep cleaned, if not entirely replaced. The last time I was here, there was an odd, unclean smell to the place which killed my appetite. Also during our last time there, the servers left piles of dirty dishes on all the tables around us which just added to our already bad experience. I have no plans to come back until they clean up their act.

Review №126

2021-05-12 04:49:53

Ive had a few rude servers before but let it slide because I figured they might just be having a bad day. Used to come here a lot with family, but not anymore. I came in yesterday for lunch and the staff sat us in a large booth when we were only 2 people, and under the ac vent. It was cold but didnt complain or ask for different seating. Then after maybe 30 mins there eating, we went to grab food and when we came back they had given up our seats, without even asking us first, because a bigger family was coming in. They had a lot of small tables and small booths available when we got there so there was no point in sitting us in the big booth in the first place.Then when I went to pay and didnt leave them a tip because of this, they got mad and just snatched the receipt. Very rude customer service. Only good thing here is the food, but its not worth putting up with their attitude.

Review №127

2020-01-02 02:18:58

It was the first time Ive been there I was very very surprised and how good the food was and how inexpensive. It is wheelchair accessible and wheelchair-friendly. The prices are real reasonable and there is a lot of different food to choose from of all different kinds. The place should be titled Asian Cuisine not Chinese. It serves Japanese Chinese Korean all different kinds of Asian food and its very good! Will I go back yes!

Review №128

2024-02-06 14:55:23

Best Chinese buffet in all SD county!!!

Review №129

2022-06-16 00:41:18

I gave 3 stars.This place can easily become a 5 star BuffettPros.Variety of foods that you would not find in other buffetsSuch asPork spare ribsMongalion grillCrabRoast beefEtcThe consFood is cold. This is Wednesday at 5 pm if that helpsRoast beef was over cooked, burnt and coldThe grill, the person did not separate the foods far enough, only by an inch. I did not order shrimp, but the shrimp kept touching my food.My server never took my plates. I had 3 plates and soup bowl. Looking around they only takes plates when you leaveNot really a con but you have with your server when you leave, so I had wait few minutes with her, until she got finished. I rather pay when I enter, save more time that way.

Review №130

2023-03-18 06:56:38

When the servers come out to replace the food, they take the empty tray and put it on top of the food that people are scooping from while they replace the empty space with food they just brought out. So the bottoms of the dirty food tray is contaminating the hot food next to them while they come restock. Dirty

Review №131

2019-06-28 16:52:49

Most Bang for your Buck. Lots of different options from sushi bar to customize stir fry, pizza and fries for picky eaters and more exotic options for the more adventurous. Large sitting area, great for large groups. Parking is widely available. Usually busy but wait time is minimal to none existing. Food quality is classic buffet, good but not the greatest. Best local place to fill up on seafood.

Review №132

2023-02-07 22:41:28

The food is always good, the sushi is fresh and the mongolian grill has many options for you to build up on! Does get a lil crowded during its busy times but for good reason!

Review №133

2018-12-26 01:57:18

If you have a wide range of ages in your party this place is great! Also looked good for large groups - lots of tables. My 93 year old friend enjoyed the cheese covered seafood (clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops). I hit the sushi bar hard. There’s even pizza and chicken nuggets for kids. I didn’t try the red wine, but I can tell you they fill the glass to the top. I heard a waitress tell a customer there was no beer, so I pointed out a Corona & everyone was happy. Restrooms were clean when I arrived, not so much 2 hours in. Staff was pleasant and attentive. If everyone was as full as I am right now, there would be Peace on Earth for Christmas.

Review №134

2022-01-16 04:29:27

Fresh everything! I loved so many different dishes and each one tasting its own taste! Waitress so dignified and proud of her role in making us happy wt her service, simply beautiful and elegant. Will return. 5 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

Review №135

2019-10-24 05:30:25

Always really good food. Our family goes here all the time and its such a great place to eat and talk. Service is okay, sometimes they mix up the drinks but thats pretty much it.

Review №136

2019-09-24 19:08:12

My daughter was in from out of town and loves sushi and seafood so went here... Good price...Saturday at 7pm so slight busy 10min wait..but food fresh and kept full..Waitress was great keeping dirty plates removed.. Only c/o was crab must have been over warmed or? cause very dry..and skewered chicken also overcookef and dry.. everything else above par as buffets go. Will be back again.

Review №137

2021-10-02 04:56:43

I have been here a million times before covid. Since reopening its not the same ☹ the food was kinda flavorless, and all tasted the same. And there where lil flys everywhere, i even heard a few other customers complaining. They got rid of silverware and you use plastic, that you have to go get yourself now 🤔 the wait staff is always nice and pleasant. But i wont go back for a lil while ☹

Review №138

2021-09-08 03:25:47

This place needs a visit from the health departmen !Nothing about it is clean flies every where,Customer service act like they dont care.Food under cooked. Some food over cookedFood wasnt fresh and was cold.Some of the food wasnt cleaned before cooking shrimp was not deveined and full of bacteria.( shrimp poop )I have seen cleaner restrooms in 3rd world countries.Water in restroom sink almost non operational, soap dispenser empty,Paper towel.dispenser empty.Toilet paper all over floor and the same flies that were in dining area.Both my self and my date are running to the toilet 30 minutes after eating.This place should be shut down and have a few heavy fines.I could say more but gotta make another run to the commode thank.GOD I made it home safely.With out accident.and I dont mean vehicle.CAUTION DANGER.DONT EAT THERE OR USE THE RESTROOMS!!!

Review №139

2018-10-18 16:44:39

Food is great for a buffet, they have a very large selection to choose from which all was very good, including the sushi. I highly recommend it for the food, but not for the service or a clean tidy bathroom. In a buffet the only expectation I would have is quick pick up of dishes. I had to take our plates to the station. They were good with refills on drinks though

Review №140

2022-10-17 03:49:15

Worst buffet ive been to in a while, maybe its the employees but i felt like the people seating guests was very rude and not wanting to work that day. After that maybe the had a effect on how the food tasted but the best thing in the buffet was regular short ribs.. but thats not why i was there, I wanted Chinese food thats not soggy and burnt.

Review №141

2023-02-14 22:39:26

Tons of choices, good stuff, but took away fruits before I could get any. That was probably around 12:45 or so. We will be back though 👍

Review №142

2018-12-07 21:10:58

Food is good. Service sucks. It seems as if they have an attitude getting your drinks. Or when you prefer a different seating area they make it like the world ended or something. I gave it three stars only because the food is good. But service is horrible...that is till your about to leave and pay, then they want to be nice.

Review №143

2019-04-23 22:58:20

Lunch is $9.99 and dinner is 13.99. Review on the food: Not many good choices. If youre there for dinner, they dont refill the trays so theres a lot of empty trays and people circling around the buffet area looking for more. The dessert area has fruit flies hovering over. Review of service: Very nice Asian women who dont talk much but really try. Review of the restaurant: The carpet is very dirty from years of foot traffic. It doesnt need a good shampoo, it needs to be completely replaced because theres an odor when youre just walking through. It amazes me how many people go here still but its probably because there isnt another inexpensive buffet for miles.

Review №144

2019-01-21 07:20:14

Excellent seafood selection! Efficient but polite wait staff. They have crab legs, frog legs, clams and mussels! Tip included I often spend 18 to 22 dollars for a 120-180 minute(not to toot my own horn) delicious nutritious top off.

Review №145

2017-02-03 17:07:27

Great food, possible food poisoning... multiple bathroom trips for both of us about an hour or less after leaving. Identical symptoms, hit fast and hard... However... the food tasted great... good selection, several entrees had been on the buffet for awhile, avoided those and tried to stick with the freshly added dishes. Sushi bar included items youd expect from a grocery store deli case... nothing special. Visit was at 1pm on a weekday.

Review №146

2019-07-20 01:52:46

Update. Had a good experience twice before. Albeit the chocolate fountain was non edible. It tasted like the fountain had never been cleaned. The last time we went my two kids and husband all got sick immediately after eating there. They were all starving and after eating, before the meal was over, they got very sick. Classic food poisoning symptoms. Needless to say, we wont be back.

Review №147

2016-10-18 01:33:15

The food was terrible. This used to be one of my husbands favorite places to go. We came here for his birthday dinner. The crablegs were gray and soggy. Very nasty tasting. The salty shrimp tasted like dirt. Service was terrible. Will never come back again.looks like i have to give them at least one star to post. Would rather give them sad face

Review №148

2021-03-19 02:22:24

This buffet is not following safety protocols. They do have gloves for the food but it won’t help much since customers go to get food without masks. The employees don’t enforce mask wearing. They also sit people very close to each other, no social distancing. This was my first time here and definitely won’t be coming back. Not worth the risk.

Review №149

2017-10-18 04:05:12

We have been here multiple times and when we first started coming it was great but now the service is terrible. Tonight when we walked in we were waiting at the please wait to be seated Podium and people started coming in behind us and the supervisor or manager was standing over by the register with a waitress and we waited about five minutes before the people behind us went over to get a table and she started to see them before us, even though we were there first. It seems they dont pay attention to whats going on when you first walk in but theyre there to take your money on your way out. Our waitress was The only positive experience we had tonight.

Review №150

2018-04-08 06:04:19

NOT ONLY IS THE FOOD AWFUL ( it tastes like ramen flavored matter mush ) but the service leaves a lot to be desired. People at the front desk were rude and ignored my party when we were waiting to be seated by talking on their cellphones. Got to go boxes instead since we aren’t being seated and they overcharged my meal. THEY WILL CHARGE FOR EXTRA SOY SAUCE PACKETS. overpriced gross cuisine.

Review №151

2013-01-17 07:37:27

Good place to really stuff your face. If you are on a budget and are really hungry go here. I would recommend getting your plates as full as possible. Once you have had three plates they keep coming to your table and say Thank you. It is almost as though they are thanking you into leaving which I find hilarious. I try not to eat before I go in here and then just chow down. I leave feeling as though I can not walk. Basic sushi rolls that are always pretty good. If you go look for the peanut butter chicken it is THE BEST! My friend that lives in La Mesa and I always go here and it is always good.

Review №152

2018-11-13 02:05:35

Expansive options, ranging from sushi, noodles, sea foods and meats. Lots of other dishes for children, chicken nuggets, fries, pizza..ect. It was very crowded so we figured it was good.All the food was cold and the sushi was obviously stale. The cleanliness of the place was horrifying. The restrooms were over flowing with trash and toilet paper everywhere.The silverware and cups were dirty.I witnessed tables cleared and not cleaned before seating another family.14.99 per person for subpar cold food and a filthy atmosphere.

Review №153

2016-06-30 03:26:28

It was horrible. Its not hard to make food taste good, keep hot food hot and cold food cold. Most of the food was room temp, the stir fry was very wet and very greasy. The only hot foods were the ones that were being consumed as fast as they came out IE orange chicken. The food was incredibly mediocre like any other Chinese food buffet. Our waitress had an attitude and the cook making the stir fry had also given me attitude when I asked for my food to be cooked longer. I do not recommend eating in or taking out from this place. I have never written a review for any restaurant but I can not let others go to eat there without sharing my experience.

Review №154

2019-03-23 03:58:11

Came here at 830, which i know is a bit late for a buffet, but they are open til 930. The food was quite picked through, and not being restocked. Again, partially my fault for the hour. However, the remaining food was often cold and the staff was busy wrapping things in plastic like they were closing in 10 mins or something. (Again open for another hour and there were still at least 30 people dining.) Of the options available, the food was decent, temperature aside. Still would have been better off with the Panda Express across the street.

Review №155

2019-02-28 07:15:23

My friend introduced me to this place and I have to say I was quite impressed. The food is delicious and someone is always bringing out new and fresh food for people to enjoy. The setup is very attractive and I really did enjoy myself. You should give it a try.

Review №156

2018-09-09 22:49:25

Great chinese food not your basic buffet food

Review №157

2015-09-09 23:31:56

Because of China Super Buffets large amount of customers, the restaurant is able to offer a huge variety of buffet items.My favorites are, pork chops in a wonderful sauce. Also chicken with a peanut coating that I love. The evening meal offers King Crab Legs.Service is very attentive. There are three young women servicing the area where I usually sit. All polite and service oriented. The kitchen keeps the buffet items always available and is very careful not to over stock slower moving foods.There is a very nice sushi roll table. Also a table full of raw foods which are cooked to order on a Hibachi. Very unique!Price for lunch is $9.99 all you can eat. Dinner price includes king crab legs, some expensive fish items and tuna sushi for $12.99.

Review №158

2018-03-18 04:08:16

I am removing one star because the price was different from their website and they did not give a 10% senior discount for my friend.Most of the vegetables were cooked just slightly longer than parbroiled leaving them crunchy and delicious.The wide variety of good quality food makes it well worth the long ride from downtown.The #7, #1, and trolley are all within 1 to 5 blocks of the mini mall in which the restaurant is located.This is the only place Ive been that serves frog legs.

Review №159

2017-09-22 04:28:14

The food is excellent, the service is superb, and the price is awesome!

Review №160

2019-07-07 00:42:43

I would definitely do not recommend this place! The food was old and cold! When I brought it to the staffs attention they told me I had to wait til the manager arrived (about 45 mins later) When she arrived I had alerted her of my complaints she said she knew that they needed to raise the temps on the steam tables! We didn’t even receive an apology for having an unsatisfactory meal! Not only was I dissatisfied with the food there was gnats flying around everywhere!

Review №161

2018-05-22 20:14:56

If I could give zero stars I would. DO NOT EAT HERE! We came here twice in one week and the customer service is horrible, they never once took our plates or refilled our bevarages and when I complained to the man up front all he said was sorry, your total is..... The booth rights next the food and yes I mean RIGHT NEXT TO THE FOOD are all flipped up and there is mold all over the floor, there at nats and flys everywhere and when it was slow the kitchen working was swatting flies next to the food. Absolutely disgusting! The food has no flavor, the sushi is great but if you want flies all over your food and around you then enjoy! I dont understand how the health department lets this business stay open.

Review №162

2021-08-10 09:26:39

Food is ok but service is the worst you’ll ever experience. If I could give zero stars I would. The whole staff and specially the waitresses are unbelievably rude. If you don’t tip the waitresses they won’t even fill up your water cups and won’t clear/clean your table until after you’ve left!!!! No surprise at all if they’re losing customers. Owner/manager not being there employees do whatever they want and ruin the business.

Review №163

2017-01-22 22:23:29

The food is good but they put bigger groups as a priority for seating. Its understandable to seat a group of 10 to seat them as soon as a big enough table is open but a group of 5, who came much later than us (A group of 3) gets to sit first? I dont think thats quite fair.

Review №164

2015-06-12 06:14:42

Been coming here maybe 3 times a year for a few years. quality, service, decor and food has gone down hill tremendously. the manager, some long haired doesnt give a damn about anything, does not cater to the unahppy customer!!!!!!!!!!!! came in to dirty table (corn kernels on the table- and, not from our dishes!! )mgr said he talked to the waitress and she didnt see it when we were seated!! well- the kernels were by the paper napkin holder... far away from her eyes! bathroom (womens) disgusting!!!!!!!!! looked like they hadnt been cleaned in days!!!! mgr said we only clean at 11 am and 2 pm.... too busy to look other times!!!! not worth the trouble, time and awful service and attitude.....i wish i could reverse the charge on my visa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DO NOT RECOMMEND AT ALL!!

Review №165

2022-09-07 03:03:07

Food was below basic ! Food plain and no taste, food was really rough and not good for the price, selection was a variety however not good, sushi tasted old and not fresh.eating shrimp3lt hard and mushy.For the price its not worth it at all $17,00 no Bueno.

Review №166

2021-08-01 04:40:43

Sorry to say..... Quality is diminished. No longer offer crab legs. Still using polystyrene plates.... Slow to refill top items if they do at all. I totally understand the covid effect, Im just sharing. On a positive note, no long lines anymore.

Review №167

2022-01-27 18:45:33

You should give it a shot! As I would like to think, its one of the better cafés around. Both the food and the assistance were astounding. The excursion was definitely justified!

Review №168

2016-02-19 05:44:52

This would be two stars if not for the fondue fountain. Its a nice small novelty, though really, they could do better. Clean it up a bit, freshen up the fruit, add a bit more variety to the things you can dip. Most of the food was quite awful, there were only a couple things that were actually *good* and warranted going back for seconds, or even finishing what I put in my plate to begin with.

Review №169

2018-11-11 22:06:30

2nd time going. My friend and I will be finding another Chinese buffet from now on. The first time we kind of understood while they werent going to be putting out much food again because we an hour before they close. This time we got there almost 3hours before they closed and their food choices were still as horrible as my first time. When I asked if they were going to put out certain items and one of the items was coconut shrimp. You can literally see and taste that it was thrown together. When she came and told me there was some more coconut shrimp on the bar,The shrimp was cold the sauce was still running as if they just took it out of the jar. The coconut flakes werent even cooked. I will not be returning back there.

Review №170

2018-10-17 07:38:58

Usually come on Sundays for the all day $14.99 special. It’s crowded but this is expected. Food is good, generally stick with noodles and the meats. Crab legs and the lobster rolls are a must. The sushi is made fresh. But the best part is the Mongolian grill. Limited dessert options (just want chocolate chip cookies) the only negative would be your beverage being refilled may take time.

Review №171

2016-12-25 02:06:25

My only two issues with this place is the staff assumed I knew how to order/ pick what I wanted. I walked in waited a few and was walked the a table then handed a meal ticket, I did not know what this was for or what to do next so I walked all the way back to the front to ask. Found out they seat you then you pay after, nothing anywhere indicating any of that. Second issue the waiter only came by once to see if we needed anything. After waiting 40ish minutes for a refill of cola I just walked into the waiter area and refilled my drink. While walking back to my seat I wondered how hard is it to notice when someones drink is empty when all the waiter needs to do is remove dishes refill liquids and bring the bill. One of three things dealing directly with a/ the customer. Other than that the place was pretty good I will go back again but wont give/ pay a tip if Im doing the work of the waiter.Went back today for dinner, the service was awesome and the food was great.

Review №172

2019-12-26 05:48:35

It was crazy busy and the kitchen could not keep up. There were people waiting 15 minutes for plates and bowls never got replaced! But the food was good and the servers stayed very pleasant and kind.

Review №173

2018-06-27 04:13:14

Excellent food, nice place to eat with the family, nice variety, hot cakes, cold cases, pastries, everything nice fresh and clean.The only bad thing it was the service at the table. They offered drinks n forget about you unless you ask for something.

Review №174

2022-05-16 03:35:44

Bathroom was extremely dirty... My mothers food had a piece of plastic.. food was good until then.. if you ask me was the wait worth it .. not for 40 minutes and for the experience

Review №175

2017-03-06 03:07:28

Not sure where to start... we came in as a party of 5 and were sat at a very small table that was not even cleaned from the previous guests with food and dishes still on the table. Drinks were not brought for ten minutes and when they were they were the wrong drinks. There is a good selection of food but most of it was cold. Went to the womens bathroom and there were two stalls one was covered in feces and the other had garbage all over the floor and urine all over the seat in the other. There is also a odor of feces in the restaurant. A kitchen worker entered the bathroom used the facilities, did not wash her hands and proceeded back into the kitchen. This place is a health code violation waiting to happen, will definitely not be returning.

Review №176

2014-08-15 19:57:06

Over priced, the food that was supposed to be hot was at best air temp, the service was horrible and the waitresses were unhappy, they couldnt even keep their ice cream stay solid. To top it all off the best thing I had was a little espresso cake piece that they probably got from the local supermarket. I have no plans of returning.

Review №177

2023-08-23 03:42:50

Arrived around 740 and no food was replaced most of trays were empty just had there leftovers from this afternoon for dinner👎 never again

Review №178

2017-04-21 18:14:14

I am a senior citizen, and I usually come for the crab legs. Last night, there were children, from the same big family running amuck, all over the restaurant. One almost knocked me down, and I told him, it was not a play ground, and that he should be walking. I also said something to the much older girl, who was running with him. I go into the restroom, and the girl tells the mother that the boy is running in the restaurant ( not her if course) and the mother looks at me and says some pretty nasty stuff to me. When they are leaving, the woman throws something at me and it lands in food. The next thing I know, I am surrounded by 4 men, and 3 women. Management did NOTHING. We wanted to leave, we could not, because the entire group was waiting for us in the parking lot. Finally, I called the police, and God Bless La Mesa PD, for coming, walking us to our car, and making sure, no one followed us home. I will never feel really safe there again.

Review №179

2019-03-11 05:12:55

Food was pretty good my only thing was we went when it was super crowded. Guess we have been gone from California for too long and have to adapt to the rudeness. People bumping into you without saying excuse me. Kids unattended running around like it was a backyard function smh. But that didnt take away from the food and to top it off they had some pretty good 🍣 😋 hope This helps someone. Go ahead and like this post if it helps you figure out food ideas or just like it anyway lol. I recommend it to anyone

Review №180

2019-12-20 22:17:36

Our favorite Chinese buffet restaurant. It offers excellent sushi and has a terrific Korean grill. It offers at least 4 different soups. And then there are 6 different steam tables each of which offers at least 10 different entrees that are always fresh and delicious.The restaurant decorations and art are very beautiful and deserve a walk aroud. There are amazing cork carvings. Huge paints themed with Chinese themes adorn every wall. Many look like originals.The price is very reasonable compared to similar restaurants and service is exceptional. If you like Chinese you have to try this restaurant!

Review №181

2018-12-29 01:25:04

Great options and selection very nice presentation and clean. The food itself is mediocre in quality and taste in general. Lots of overcooked bland main courses. Nothing food itself was impressive. Panda Express tastes better on a lot of similar dishes

Review №182

2021-03-22 19:20:08

One in today a little after 11:00 AM after they open so you would expect the food to be hot or at least somewhat warm but that was not the case the food was super cold including the chicken the only things that was warm was the soup. Not many options to choose from.

Review №183

2016-03-23 15:10:49

Have been eating here since I was a kid, when it was called super China buffet. Honestly, I think it has improved over the years. Food has always been great, now with more variety. The renovations they did to the restaurant a few years back are nice and not overly stated. Staff is quick and friendly.

Review №184

2021-06-13 21:13:54

It was great service was good the food was delicious but only tiny set back was i found and orange peel in my orange chicken but its okay tbh i ate it anyways😅 but its alright 10/10 would come here again.

Review №185

2021-10-10 18:25:08

Its great for kids. Cool to have noodle station. Ice cream etc. No salad bar and lacking a lot of fresh veggies.i wont be back but it was fun to try.

Review №186

2024-06-17 23:27:37

The best food you can eat

Review №187

2019-12-07 23:54:29

As usual, the food was delicious. But, Im not sure, but either theyve added more booths, or Ive somehow doubled in size. Either way, guys, those booths are not only uncomfortable and confining, a customer could possibly get injured trying to maneuver his or her way into or out of one.

Review №188

2013-03-10 04:15:11

This restaurant has the potential to be a great place, however they are content with being average. Food was average, not bad, but not great, workers were all going through the motions and none of the cooks are going out of their way to make the dishes make you want to come back. Better then the other chinese places around, but that isnt saying anything.

Review №189

2017-02-20 19:21:29

Place wasnt very clean. Dust all over, food was basic. The grill station was nice, choose your ingredients like meats, veggies and noodle to grill up. Sushi wasnt bad.

Review №190

2018-11-18 23:28:29

Great customer service. But the food. The important item. It just wasnt really up to par. It wasnt bad. Just wasnt good either. Some items were abit cold and others lacked flavor. I def wouldnt stop you from trying this place but just dont expect too much euther.

Review №191

2017-01-02 08:02:21

The price for each customer is expensive especially when the food and service was bad. We had to wait 10 minutes to get our silverware because the waiter kept forgetting. The food was cold, tasted horrible and wasnt delicious at all. The deserts were just fruits. They had little food for a buffet. Also I left the buffet without being full. I was VERY unsatisfied...

Review №192

2016-06-17 05:30:49

Its basically self served here. Food is good mostly hot but the service this time was horrible. Had to ask for our drink order to be taken. Had to ask for silverware, and napkins, drinks were never refilled till one of us was choking. Overall poor service but the food was good.

Review №193

2017-09-14 19:02:43

Food has always been good when Ive come here. The service lacks big time! A lot of the girls barely even speak the english language. Makes it hard to ask for things. But for $9.99 I guess you cant expect friendly smiles. Makes me wonder why nobody smiles here?? Duress? Slave labor?

Review №194

2016-01-01 00:24:25

The food was pretty good, the wait was very long. They didnt open up an entire seating section because it was reserved for dinner seating only, while the line was out the door. The selection was pretty good and the food was decent for a Chinese buffet quality. Pricing was also relatively good for the food quality at one of these places.

Review №195

2016-03-14 15:00:26

I love this place, but my family seems to just like it.I love the variety. From carve it yourself roast beef, to frog legs, to crab legs, to a chocolate fountain, to wok style cook it for you while you wait, to fresh sushi, this place has it all. We love the wok style all you can eat, but the meat is diced so small, that once cooked, it seems like you didnt get any meat. I am sure this is by design, just like the mongolian places that have the very thinly sliced meat that is then frozen and curls up to occupy a lot of space. The wok at the China Super Buffet also has shrimp, tofu, and vegetables. I am sure I am missing a meat, but cant think of what it is. They have a good variety of the different types of sushi as well. They serve Coke and not Pepsi, so that is also a big plus to us coke fans!All in all, I do recommend this place!

Review №196

2019-08-11 01:18:07

Walked in for lunch charged us for dinner the people got upset when I wanted to sit back down to eat dinner. the sign out side said Alaskan snow crab but it was regular crab. The food was okay could of been less oily and hot. That was my first and last time going there and you gotta pay for soda by the cup.

Review №197

2021-09-28 22:46:19

Dont waste your time or money. Service poor. Most of the food was cold and you had to eat with plastic forks and spoons. Then if you needed a knife you had to chase a waitress down to ask for one.

Review №198

2016-02-09 07:15:51

Food is terrible here for the most part. It has really gone downhill over the years. The only edible thing here is the sushi, and even this is barely passable. The desserts, dinner, and lunch food are all equally bad. Definitely not worth the ridiculous $13 that they charge in this dump. Avoid in favor of any other Chinese buffet in SD.

Review №199

2024-03-15 12:42:05

They have a lot of sea food options.