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My fiance and I's first time here. Honestly very good food. I love the variety here of noodle soup, hot pot, and desserts. We were not expecting it at all when visiting a store nearby. I love the clear signs of service charge versus tipping and signs of the dining guide. They are clear about it and very helpful when we asked for clarity as first timers. Definitely will come back again!

This place is packed. The line for dinner is long but the wait is worth it. The food choices are varied and the price already includes the drinks ( soda, hot tea, bubble tea). They have a Ramen Station and one can also order their Hot Pot. One can also try their grill station.

Had a wonderful dining experience at Umi Buffet! The seafood was fresh and delicious, especially the snow crab legs and the hot pot. There was a great variety of food, everything was well-stocked, and the restaurant was clean and comfortable. The biggest surprise was the free lobster—such an awesome bonus and it tasted amazing! The staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. Definitely one of the best buffet experiences I’ve had. Highly recommend Umi Buffet if you’re looking for fresh seafood, great value, and excellent service. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Umi is a chain and there are locations in many states. I'm from the east coast and in MD, there are 2 Umi locations that are within 30-40 minutes. Each one has their own differences. I felt like this one had many more hot pot options but less quality seafood options. The sushi was extensive! The staff was friendly but kind of rushed us along. Bringing the check even before I asked. I had a senior who was slow at eating and a physically disabled person that was dining with me. They were not eating a lot of food, but were just slow. There is a 12% service fee included but it is clear that there is no tip expected after that service charge.

The food here is amazing for the price! I enjoyed eating all the seafood and sashimi. The workers here are efficient and are so helpful. I didn't have to wait long to service at all. The atmosphere for me and my family, we come here every time we are in town. Definitely recommend if you can eat a lot!

Chris was our server today and did great. Quick to take our orders, check on us, and was extremely friendly. The food did take awhile to come out but it was really good! It look like one cook in the early hours so thats understandable. Their biscuit and gravy is SO good 😭 a very fluffy and moist biscuit and the gravy was perfect. Would 100% come back.

Fantastic and attentive service from Chris and another server, quality food, flavorful, fresh, and delicious! Great location! We will always come back here when we come to town. One opportunity, the medium-rare rib-eye steak (and eggs) my husband requested was definitely "well done". We should have spoke up at the time but we don't like the create issues and it still had good flavor. A little disappointing but overall, great experience!

Chris was an amazing server. Memorized our entire order and didnt miss a thing! He never let too much time go by without checking on us. Excellent customer service!!! We will be back!

Strongly recommend Aromas!! Found while searching for a breakfast spot in Fresno and I hit the jackpot. The place is very nice, lots of space, good music, not to loud, tvs, and most important great service with friendly people. Miriam was awesome, I asked her what was popular on the menu and she recommended the Chile Verde Omelette. It did not disappoint!! Large portion, meat was flavorful and tender and the Verde sauce was not over powering. Had lots of cheese and potatoes just the way I like them…crunchy!! I should say, the Ice Cold brew hit the spot as well. I will definitley be back!! Thank you Miriam!!

I don’t know how this place has such good rating but I DO NOT recommend this to anyone! Maybe we went there the worst day but it was a really scary experience for me and my friends! We went there on Sunday for brunch, we ordered and then they didn’t brought our food for almost an hour after, and then our server came and she explained that they messed up the orders so they forgot our order and they will make it asap and etc. I think we waited another half an hour and then they started bringing the food but also bringing everything took them around 20 minutes and even with all that they forgot to bring some of the sides we ordered and by that time we were so exhausted that we didn’t even ask for it! But I haven’t told you the worst part yet! Right when we started eating there was this fight going on right next to the restaurant and we thought maybe some people are fighting outside! But apparently that was one of the customers that was getting beaten by someone from the restaurant!!! Our server told us that this guy was drunk and he has been rude to the restaurant’s manager so they kicked him out and yet he was there so they were beating him that he leaves! But the problem was we didn’t even see anything till we saw they’re beating him and other customers were trying to help him and what we would see was just some of the personnel in the restaurant were cursing him and beating him. We asked if someone called the police and our server said they did but it was definitely a lie because we were there for another 20 minutes but we didn’t see the police showing up! I wish we just had called the police! I would never go to a restaurant that not only they can’t guarantee your safety but also they might beat you up for no reason! The food is not even worth it! It was such a crazy situation but our server was so sweet and she was trying to calm everyone down and definitely she was under so much pressure too. She also removed the drinks from the check and we only paid for the food.

You began by doing a line to pay. You grab up a tray with cup and the choice of iced tea, water, … can be your own, from the area that they have already have it in. You can choice water be free. And for reality you need to be continuing the choice until you leave the Golden Corral. If you choice paid for other, remember the waiter will be continuing and refilling in the cup of your table. You can add lemon to any cup of your choice, once you are in the eating area. Ah you can end your meal with a cup of coffee if that you do at all time. Once you pay depending of choice holiday and regular day price. The daily regular price can become more when you can add lobster to your pay and your meal that create a combination for your palate. The Employee go where your area for dinning will be. Then wait between 1 to 5 minute depending of how far your waiter. If you are regular in the place, they are welcoming again and promote you to return again and again. If you are going with a group or alone and irregular. Your waiter come and greet you and may help you in a celebration. My child mentioned my birthday and I corroborated with my ID. The group of waiter will come after they realized you are done eating your main meal, and begin the cheerful for your birthday, if they are too preoccupied or only few Employee. They apologized more than one would be for the celebration.

One of the best places to eat. They are so clean and so well organized, I thought it was a corporate restaurant but it is a franchise store. They are doing an excellent job. My man at the grill is an outstanding citizen. I went to the cashier, charged my card to obtain cash in order to tip him. Both him and my waiter who offers incredible customer service. Keep it up guys and THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH

All in all the food wasn't good. The selection was very mediocre. Avoid it during the morning/Brunch. Maybe Dinner has better options. Things have definitely changed for the better and the food got a little better.

I really enjoyed last night dinner with my daughter 💕 and I must give the gentlemen that served us a huge shout out his name is Ryan and he is the best. He has an awesome personality very friendly and he was just so welcoming like family. Excellent Job Ryan.

Food was so good, workers are on it and ready to attend the next people after they are done. Came with my family and the services and the communication towards making sure our table was phenomenal. I appreciate the server Ryan so much on how great he treated us and how quick he was to jumping and making sure tables were good and clean.

Food at their steakhouse, if you go, you must try the prime rib or their ribeye steak it will make you feel good after LOSING all the money you have and even some you didn't. So if you can stay away from the slots, they get a big 5 GOOD LUCK EVERYONE. 🗯💥 Almost forgot if you get the house card (no charge) thier steaks are only $21.00 I didn't stay away from the tables. 😒🤫 rooms are nice too.

We had an amazing experience at Table Mountain Casino Resort. I’m originally from Fresno and came back home to attend a funeral. Because it was such an emotional visit, my husband and I decided not to stay in Fresno and chose Table Mountain as a place to get away, decompress, and find a little peace during a difficult time. From the moment we arrived, the experience did not disappoint. The atmosphere, service, and hospitality gave us exactly the comfort and escape we needed. Thank you for making an emotional trip a little easier and for providing such a wonderful experience

I proposed to my fiancé at Table Mountain Casino & Resort on March 8th. Bree and Korinn were instrumental in making it an absolutely unforgettable experience. My family was visiting from out of town for a week and I was scrambling to find a day when both mine and my fiancé’s families would all be in the same place at once. It turned out this night at the casino was going to be the only time. It wasn’t until check-in that I was able to ask reception if there is anything special that they could do. It was late in the day and I could tell by Bree and Korinn’s initial reaction that there were limited to no options. I let them know to please call me if they could make anything happen. I immediately got a call – something in Bree & Korinn triggered and they went completely above and beyond to make it happen. They got me into an executive suite and the room was completely decked out with rose petals, candles, and a backdrop that said "Will you marry me". My whole family packed into the room and popped out after I proposed. My daughter was ecstatic and picked up the petals and pretended to be a flower girl. It was absolutely an unforgettable night and I am so grateful for Table Mountain for making it happen. The next day we got chocolate covered strawberries surprised to our room by the director of hospitality Nino Martinez. Also their breakfast is delicious!

Beautiful casino, and it has more than enough games to go around. Food choices are diverse enough to appease just about any palate, and the quality and taste of the food is top notch. A great time can be had by all.

My first time coming here. Came for a family event. The location was very big. The area we sat was a little cramped and crowded. For a tall person, it very difficult to sit in the chairs due to the tables not being high enough. The food was good. The servers were responsive and helpful. My father in law gave the crab legs 9 out 10. He loved it. I did enjoy the different rolls. I did like the ice cream (cotton candy and green tea), tapioca and banana bread pudding and mochi. The coffee wasn’t very good. Overall, I did enjoy enjoy this place and would definitely come back.

Came here for dinner and we are glad that we did. Place has it's own parking lot and inside was quite spacious. Lots of variety of food but highlights were the free boba and coffee bar, strawberries were huge, the teppanyaki grill had lots of pre-marinated meats., and the sashimi was fresh. The family really enjoyed their meal and we will be coming back.

Love the variety of seafood options. The dessert, especially the ice cream section was amazing. ♥️💯

10/18/2025 I've never been here but I saw in social media that they have good stuff so I decided to come. Like other buffets, they have all kinds of foods. My first round, I ate their beef ribs, pork spare ribs, and mussles. The beef ribs were so addictive I had to get more. 2nd round was sushis, dumplings, and shrimp. They have variety of sushi but my favorite was the dumplings. The shrimp was alsp great. What actually caught my attention is that they served crabs so that's what I ate on my 3rd round. I never seen any Asian buffer that serve unlimited crabs and that makes this place one of my favorite.

Had a great experience at King Buffet! There was a really good variety of food, and everything we tried was flavorful and satisfying. The buffet has plenty of options, so there’s something for everyone. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable. Great place to come with family or friends when you want lots of choices and a good meal. Definitely enjoyed our visit and would come back again! 👍🍽️

I don't recommend this place if your looking for a nice night out with the family .Don't try the raw tuna it's slimy. I ate one and instantly regretted it. The fish was bad and tasted bitter .the chicken was so salty for every course I had to keep drinking water just to swallow the food …sadly nothing healthy was available everything's was either deep fried smothered in salt or spoiled bad. For 25 dollars I could've gotten a better meal for far less the price ..

I first came to this place 6 years ago and remember it fondly. My options and time for food where limited at the time, and having this place felt so abundant and delicious. Honestly, it's still the same place. The food is pretty dang good, especially if you go for your favorites once you find them, and they're not trying to be gourmet or transcendent.. it's an AYCE buffet. You pay your chunk of money, around 28 bucks, and you eat as much as you want… Simple… I gravitate towards their sushi, chicken wings, fried shrimp, and surprisingly good barbecue ribs.. the pork buns have always been on par with a good quality home steamed version too. Some of the stuffed clams and creations often end up being favorites too, but that changes every visit. If you want buffet desserts following your savory meal, this is not the one, there's a few mid to bad cake squares and such. The quality and cleanliness is good, and Ive never felt off or uncomfortable even after eating too much. The dining area and buffet is roomy and fairly crowded on a Saturday around 2:00p. Especially with lots of large families. I think this place is worth your time and money if you are really hungry and craving some simple, good food from the cuisines they offer. I give it 5 stars because they're doing exactly what they're trying to do.. offer a big selection of decent foods and as much as you want of it.

Very busy buffet. Long food line food was good. Sushi was good. Not cheap but drinks are with the price of the buffet. Went on a Sunday was $24.95. The place was packed.

Food was amazing a lots of variety come with drinks price you can touch highly recommend ♥️😘

I personally love this place. All you can eat and the food is great. My mom and I eat here twice maybe three times a month. We both start off with a clam chowder soup then gradually make our way to the fried crab 🦀

Don’t go off what you see on TikTok food actually not that good, everything mostly dry desserts don’t even taste like real food. But come at your own risk

They have my favorite fried fish! Also, mango is delightful

Food: The restaurant carries most of the Chinese Buffet staples. What sets them apart is that their selections are heavy on seafood, most notably the Lobster tails and Oysters. There could be a bit of wait for Lobster and Oysters at times. Sashimi and Sushi Dishes are delicious. Service: Our servers were hard working. Plates never pile up on our table. Ambiance: Huge restaurant with a lot of seating. They keep the buffet areas clean. Value: The price for weekend dinner is quite expensive. Our check came out to about $100 with gratuity for 2 people. I say it's worth it if you're into lobsters.

🦞🍣 Luxe Buffet – Ontario, CA 🍣🦞 If you love seafood, THIS is the spot for you! Heavy on the seafood in the best way—lobster, crab legs, sushi, shrimp on shrimp on shrimp 😮‍💨🔥 There was so much to choose from that I honestly couldn’t try everything, but what I did have was sooo good. I really enjoyed the sushi, coconut shrimp, fried shrimp, chow mein, fresh fruit, and dessert 🍤🍜🍉🍰 Everything tasted fresh (nothing sitting around or old), and the variety was impressive. They even had Mongolian food made fresh to order, which was a nice surprise 👌 Plus… a chocolate fountain 🍫✨ because why not? Highly recommend if you’re a seafood lover and can EAT eat 😂🦀 Come hungry!

Food that should be warm is cold. Crab legs are cold and thin hardly any meat. Beef they slice is not even a little warm. Fried rice and noodles are also cold not even room temperature. $36.99 for seniors and $42 for all others. Please take your $$ elsewhere.

I do NOT recommend Luxe Seafood Buffet. Unfortunately, the food was genuinely awful. Everything tasted low-quality, bland, and oddly artificial—some of it had a texture and taste that I can only describe as almost plastic-like. For a seafood buffet, I expected much better quality and freshness. The service wasn't any better. It was subpar and, unfortunately, pretty much on par with the quality of the food. This was one of those dining experiences where I left wondering how the food could be that bad. I will never, ever, ever return. There are far better places to spend your money. Definitely would not recommend.

First time here and honestly, not bad. I’ve been going to the same buffet for years so this was something different. Me and my parents went for a total of 110.. Wow.. usually for dinner our old buffet was…. 65? And the quality of food is not as bad.. Definitely what I noticed is there’s more food options, but some of the food was cold (another thing it had in common with my other buffet) It had a variety of food so that’s not to complain. I really like the buns buttt the filling could’ve been better… The buns aren’t bad, seafood is so so, they have crawfish but it was mid… crab arms had meat but I wish they were… hot? I saw a lot of people grabbing the legs— I did not get to try those. The sushi off the bat was good for me since I like sushi but the meat was clearly not the best quality. I went with zero expectations due to the reviews but I left with my belly filled to the brim. It’s not as bad as people say it is, maybe it’s because I’ve went to the same one for years but the SALMON to ME was amazing (my local buffets salmon taste like CHLORINE) overall, I liked it, just don’t expect so much.

Went for lunch today, was so happy with the selection, fresh food, and a great deal on top of it. Awesome Mongolian bbq as well!!! Would definitely go again and definitely recommend!!!

I went for lunch with my mother. The food was OK. The sushi was OK. I remember coming for dinner here 5 years ago and it was fantastic.

The buffet is great… We love the food… everything.. Desserts are the best, we come back again…

Had lunch at Toucan Charlie’s today and it was a wonderful experience. The quality of the food is good and the variety is huge – there is something for everybody. From hot dishes to salads and international cuisine, everything is fresh and well-maintained. The desserts section is also good – a huge variety and everything tastes good. This is the perfect way to end your meal. Add to this the friendly and attentive staff, and you are in for a wonderful time. This place is definitely worth visiting if you are in Reno and enjoy a good buffet.

I can't say enough good things about this wonderful buffet. The food is perfectly prepared and fresh, attended to regularly and kept at safe temps. There's a nice variety of options (though compared to come buffets, is lacking slightly in the Asian department). The roasted/sliced meats bar is AMAZING and the turkey is the best I've ever tasted in my long life (and available not just on holidays). There are many unique buffet items I've never seen elsewhere. It's a great spread! Now, as for service, it's exemplary. They work as a team and clear plates and refill drinks promptly. We went without reservations for a birthday celebration and they easily seated our large party and our primary table attendant even prepared a lovely birthday plate of desserts and searched in 3 other onsite restaurants for a candle. What a guy!

Fantastic food, truly! The prime rib was tender and a perfect medium‑rare, the clam chowder was thick and delicious, and the gelato bar was creamy and genuinely yummy. There are so many options here, and everything we tried was excellent. The servers were friendly and helpful, and the whole experience felt well‑run. The only reason this isn’t a five‑star review is the military discount policy. Their advertising prominently states "10% off always for active duty military and veterans," but the fine print requires signing up for a rewards membership. Since we were only in town for a day, that wasn’t worth it, so we didn’t receive the discount. Not a deal‑breaker, just an avoidable annoyance that took a bit of shine off an otherwise excellent meal.

I went with a friend during their seafood buffet, and it was the perfect setting for some much-needed girl time. The seafood dishes were absolutely delicious, and there was a great variety of desserts and other foods to choose from. The restaurant was packed that day, but everything was well organized—we didn’t have to wait long at all. The place was clean, and the staff were incredibly attentive and friendly. Overall, a lovely experience. I’d definitely come back again!

Drove an hour to get here. Found 'em on Instagram. Been craving crab legs with butter for so long. We usually go to Teppanyaki buffet, but they stopped serving it on Sundays. Over here, it's daily. I was here on my birthday, and it was worth it. The server dudes were nice and fast, making sure to grab the plates when you're done and always giving you napkins. I haven't eaten the whole menu since we were focused on eating snow crab legs. Delicious lunch. Tip: The crab cracker is at the front cashier desk. They don't have it at the crab area. Make sure to grab one before going to your table

Up on a hill, nice big parking lot, downside it's right next to an in n out. So expect crowds and waiting for parking. Other than that. It's a good buffet, love the fried frog legs with garlic amazing. Crab 🦀 legs are good, get it when it's hAawWt…there selection of sushi is good, and ice-cream too. Friday Saturday Sunday average price with tip is around 50 bucks. Would i go again, yeah I'd go again once every 2, 3 months. Cheers 🍻 also buy a beer at regular price. The other is at 50% off.

The best Sea food buffet in Los Angeles! All food very fresh, staff very friendly as well! Crabs just amazing! Its my favorite place. During weekends, there is always a lot of people, so if you have a chance, better come during weekdays 4 to 6 pm.

We came for dinner to celebrate our daughter's birthday. Parking was busy, but it was still easy to find a spot. Once we got inside, we paid and got to sit down at our table really quick. We came for the seafood options and the Google reviews, and let me tell you… they delivered! Tasty, hot, and delicious. Some buffets feel like the food has been sitting at the counter for hours, but here it was the opposite—everything was fresh. They have a nice sushi bar with a lot of options. Their Mongolian, salad, and dessert options were okay, and that's why they're only getting four stars from me. Besides that, they have a lot of options. Would we come back? For sure!

This buffet is conveniently located and very easy to access from anywhere in Los Angeles. Compared to other all-you-can-eat buffets, what really stands out is the wide variety of food options. They offer grilled dishes, Korean food, Chinese food, and sushi, making it a great choice for groups with different tastes. One of the biggest highlights is the steamed crab legs, which are available during dinner hours or on weekends. Unlike many buffets that serve crab legs cold, this place serves them hot and freshly steamed, which makes a huge difference. The crab legs are very fresh, have an excellent meat yield, and are truly satisfying. Another strong point is the high turnover rate, so the food is constantly being replenished. This means everything stays fresh, and you can enjoy a consistently pleasant dining experience. If you’re looking for a buffet in Los Angeles that offers variety, freshness, and especially great crab legs, this place is definitely worth visiting.

I’m so happy to have finally found an all-you-can-eat buffet that is both affordable and delicious. All the food was fresh and well-presented, and they kept refilling the dishes constantly. The variety of fruit and desserts, like ice cream and cakes, made me so happy. It was also very convenient as plates, utensils, sauces, and tissues were placed everywhere for easy access. Since the place is very spacious, I didn't have to wait for a table.The highlight was definitely the warm steamed snow crab legs. They weren't salty at all and were packed with meat. It was delicious! If I crave crab again, I’m definitely coming back here.

Read the reviews on google and it was 50/50. Some said it was good and the other half said it wasn’t so what more can I do but try it myself with my parents for the first time??!! Host was friendly, the atmosphere was pretty chill. I loved all the chandlers – gave a kind of Vegas Buffet style look Sashimi & sushi – it was decent Hot foods like walnut shrimp — there was even fried frog legs (I would say that was pretty good to me!) You also got to pick your meat and veggies to be grilled by the worker – I got short ribs, mushrooms and onions – turned out really good Crabs – it was okay Ice cream – ehhh I could do without All in all, my mom rated it a 7/10 and my dad and I rated it a 8/10 Paid for party of 3 (2 seniors) total was around $114ish It was good but it’s definitely not top notch like Vegas buffets or Barona Casino (if you know you know 😉) If you were to ask me if I would come back, you know what I would and take some friends with me too 😊

Sumo Asian Buffet is honestly such a vibe if you’re just looking for a massive spread without overthinking it. It’s located in Woodland Hills, so it’s a super convenient stop if you’re cruising through that part of California and need to fuel up. The variety is exactly what you’d expect from a solid buffet—lots of shrimp, meat, and veggie options that hit the spot when you're hungry. It’s pretty straightforward, reliable, and definitely gets the job done for a casual, no-fuss meal.

For the price, this buffet offers an impressive variety of delicious food. Whether you're in the mood for seafood, sushi, BBQ, or Asian favorites, there's something for everyone. I usually end up coming here whenever I can't decide what I want to eat because it has so many options all in one place. The food is consistently fresh, the selection is great, and I always leave full and satisfied.

We found Sumo to be a solid choice for an Asian Buffet. They have a large selection of seafood and sushi as well as the usual asian food items, a cook to order grill, plus a selection of ice creams and desserts (liked the ice cream but not the other desserts). The day we went they didn't have snow crab for dinner but a smaller whole crab which was tasty. The quality of the food is not the best I've had at a buffet but reasonable for the price. They do have discounts for seniors and kids. We had decent service when we went and had no problem getting drinks refilled.

This place is terrible! The smell when you get inside is bad. Dirty carpet smell and the food quality has gone downhill. The restroom is very nasty and the utensils are not washed very well. Dirty plates, and poorly maintained restrooms. Avoid this place.

***AVOID*** The food quality at Sumo Asian Buffet was extremely concerning. The noodles looked old and dried out, with a strange texture and discoloration that didn’t look safe to eat. On top of that, some of the seafood appeared questionable and not fresh. The overall presentation made it seem like food had been sitting out far too long. For a buffet, I understand food cycles, but this crossed the line from "not fresh" to "potentially unsafe." Cleanliness and food handling are basic expectations, and this place did not meet them. After seeing the condition of the food, I honestly lost my appetite and couldn’t continue eating. I would not recommend this restaurant, and I hope management takes a serious look at their food safety and quality standards.