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Carving Station Buffet

3.7 (164 reviews)
ModerateAmerican, Buffets
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

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CARVING STATION BUFFET ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Ariel W.

This Lake Park staple has been serving all you can eat home style food for the past 35 years. The owner who is Greek used to be the chef for Holiday House, a chain of now closed buffet restaurants that started in Deland in the 1950's. When Holiday House closed Spiros Lorenjatos opened the Carving Station Buffet We went for a drive along the beach on Saturday and ended up in this area around dinner time so we decided to stop in. I had passed it many times before and was always curious to try it. The inside is quaint and reminds you of vintage Florida with the map placemats and turquoise yellow color scheme. As soon as we entered we were invited to help ourselves to the fresh salad bar that included fresh and crisp vegetables, fruit, and cold salads like coleslaw and macaroni salad. In this area there were also two kinds of soup. When we sat down they brought out warm complimentary garlic bread dripping in butter. It was so good we ordered another loaf. Dinner is all you care to eat of carved meat and hot and cold dishes. During our visit there were carving leg of lamb, ham, turkey, and roast beef. There was also jerk chicken, Chicken Francese, spaghetti, pulled pork, baked tilapia, shepherd's pie, macaroni and cheese, rice, green beans, corn, beans, collared greens, carrots, sweet potatoes, cabbage. stuffing, and more. The food isn't fancy, think along the lines of what your American grandmother would make for a holiday dinner but everything I tried was good. Our server was Kathleen Mei who was so sweet and attentive. She was a highlight of the visit. Drinks are included with the buffet price of $18.69 for dinner. The included desserts were a rice pudding, Jello with fruit, and an apple salad. For an additional $5 you can get a massive slice of one of their house baked cakes. It was tempting but we were really full at that point so we stuck to the refreshing jello and fruit. It is sad that this kind of buffet has faded out of the Florida's culinary landscape. You are much more likely to find and all you can eat Chinese buffet. If you miss going to Morrison's and Piicadilly for comfort food, this restaurant evokes the same kind of vibe. They are also open 365 days a year. How many places can say that?

Stephen C.

Not everyone is into buffets, but if you're into good home-cooked, all you can eat food, The Carving Station is a great place to go if you're in the Palm Beach Gardens, North Palm Beach, Jupiter area. Old-school salad bar with all the sides, delicious soup, plenty of vegetables and a plethora of meats to choose from, including beef, lamb, schnitzel, chicken, turkey and more! Did I mention dessert?!

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Visited this establishment today with my family including my 89 year old grandma. I was truly appalled by the service. The manager was very rude and disrespectful. There was a mix up and our number was called prematurely to enter the restaurant and enjoy the buffet. We were then told we needed to go outside and wait. Once we finally made it inside I noticed that there were flies circling around the food area - gross! And to top it off, the food was luke warm. Also there are rat trap outside. This definitely seems to be some sort of health code violation. I will not be returning.

Christian S.

9.2/10 This South Florida carving station buffet hits perfectly -- juicy roast beef and turkey carved fresh, tender inside with that golden edge. The staff serve with care, portions are generous, and the flavor feels homemade but upscale. Warm lighting and tropical charm make it feel like vacation dining done right.

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Arden Y.

Local favorite, fresh hot food items. Buffet includes salad bar and soups. Good selection of salad items, was clean, salad was fresh no issues. Homemade soups. The beef barley and chicken noodle god stuff Some of the items for lunch, included different types of chicken, fried, baked, jerked and chicken Frances's, fav. There's a fish item, carved ham, beef and turkey and side items mashed potatoes, Mac and Cheese, veggies and more. good home cooked food at a good value. You can get some nice desserts at additional price. Staff are friendly and helpful.

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Excellent, and good price, great range of meats, chicken, fish, salads, and deserts .. fun place nice service ppl ..

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FOD was excellent. Service staff attentive. Liked the ambiance. Price excellent. Good selection.

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Amazing food and amazing service! We will be back.. one of the best kept secrets in town

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I really hate leaving anything less than 3 stars, but I have to be honest about our experience…read more Dragon Hot Pot is a large restaurant with plenty of seating, and the staff we interacted with were genuinely nice and helpful. We arrived at noon on a Sunday, but it seemed like the restaurant was not fully ready to operate. Much of the food was not out yet, the conveyor belt was barely loaded and not moving, and the fried items had not been prepared. They do have an expansive selection, including snow crab legs and oysters, items that some competing hot pot restaurants do not offer. That is definitely a positive, especially at this price point. Unfortunately, the overall atmosphere needs major improvement. The restaurant felt run down and noticeably dingy, and there was a serious fly problem during our visit. Between that and the lack of readiness at lunchtime, the experience did not feel worth the price compared with other hot pot options nearby. The staff was kind, and I hope management improves the cleanliness, pest control, and opening procedures. There is potential here because of the selection, but as it stands, I would not return.

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2.3(111 reviews)
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