I was in town working at an event when we stumbled across Parks Family Buffet. I'm happy we decided…read moreto stop by because it was a great home-cooked experience. All of the food was fresh, and the best part was the chicken, but I enjoyed everything that I put on my plate. They also have some really good peach cobbler (which is even better when you put some soft serve on top). To top it off, everyone was so nice and welcoming. If I'm ever in Waco again, you can bet I'll be stopping by at Parks.

I ordered a plate of mixed fajitas that were absolutely gross, both the chicken and the beef. But…read morethe beef was particularly bad. I was surprised when it came out in under 10 minutes, Even asking the waitress, "already?". It was obvious it was precooked and stored, the flavor was undeniable. It tasted old. had that cooked in old oil flavor. Rock a deep fryer hasn't been changed out in a month absolutely no seasoning or marinade that I can tell. It was very off-putting. I sat there for a few minutes arguing with myself whether I was going to say anything or not. The waitress saw that I was displeased. when I very politely told her that the food tasted terrible she called over a lady who immediately became dismissive, rude and eventually argumentative. I asked for a manager, she stated, "Well, I'm the owner." She lied, swore up and down the food was fresh, lied again, claiming she had that very dish herself that day, as if just moments before I walked in the door) and that they have had no complaints. she refused to take it back and let me order something else. she stood there lording over me. basically, too bad so sad You're going to pay for it anyway. I left the whole plate on the table. I will never be back.

We were weary after reading the reviews. I don't even think they're talking about the same place…read more This place is great. The food is fresh and so delicious. A good amount of options. Our server came right over to get us drinks. The places is really clean. Server came over multiple times to get refills and everyone's really friendly. The crawfish seem to be a hit we we ate those they were amazing and the crab boil. The eggrolls were ok. I didn't really like the broccoli flavor in the broccoli and beef but it doesn't matter cuz there's so many options. Sea weed salad. Bbq pork ribs. We all left super happy. My kids said 10/10

My experience here was okay. I didn't like that they had me and my party of 2, stand in front of…read moreour table while we had to wait for someone to come clean the table; that felt very unwelcoming and uncomfortable. Besides the not so warm welcome. I love the variety of Asian & Seafood that they have. I had sweet sour chicken, Mongolian pork, prawn, fried shrimp, coconut shrimp, crab, lo mein and rice. Some of the food was great and some of the food was not so great. What made some of the food unsatisfying is that it wasn't fresh. A lot of meats, specifically the chicken were stale/stiff and dry. For a first impression, I feel like it could be better.

Great customer service, everyone greeted us with a smile and the restaurant is really decorated…read morenice. There is a wonderful outside seating area that I can't wait to go back and enjoy, the inside is just as nice. Let's talk about this BBQ, I do BBQ reviews and this was my top spot of the week. I look for a great bark and this place had it, plus it's perfectly seasoned. The brisket was moist and tender, the ribs had a bit of sweetness but not overpowering and they came right off the bone! The jalapeno sausage is also balanced perfectly so it wasn't too hot and they don't use cheddar cheese which was a nice surprise. A MUST TRY!

The food was great! The pork ribs were divine! They have this like sweet glaze on them that's…read moreperfectly seasoned and while I used the sauce, I didn't really need it! The Mac and cheese was really good, and my banana pudding was too! When we entered, one of the employees met us at the sign and we informed him that it was our first time there. From that point on, he told us how the line worked. When I was leaving with my kid in the stroller and food in hand, another employee offered to help me out the door! Everyone was really nice and attentive! I really loved the aesthetic! There were smokers outside where you could see where they cooked the meat in real time! I read in another review that you could tour with a pit master; however, we didn't do that. Overall, food is great, but expensive. For a family of 4, our entire meal was ~94.00! Enjoy!

Surprising delicious food. Salisbury steak, mash potatoes and gravy, and the choc and carrot…read morecakes, amazing. All the food was warm, and we were there at an Friendly service, quick to get needed. Clean.

Interesting looking at other comments. I have been to this very same Golden Corral at least 30…read moretimes. I have never had a problem. It's a buffet and I have to say that the food is fresh, looks good, and is always super tasty!! It's a good value. They have a big variety of items - there's steak, too! The fruits and salads are always good. Management is real responsive. One of the few buffets left anymore and it's great - hands down! Coming back 30 more times. At least.

The service is meh, but let's be honest, you don't go to a Chinese buffet to be swept off your feet…read moreby service or ambiance. So let's cut to the chase...the food is good. You gotta hit it at opening or peak dinner to make sure the food is fresh and hot, but if you get there when they open, it's pretty good buffet food. The chicken options are actually chicken on not just breading. Large assortment of items. Better than ocean buffet IF you get there when they open. That's the key folk.

Good food waiters help and always make sure your good food is great and they were served fog legsread more

Dom was spot on! Had lamb curry and chicken tikka boti! Everything was cooked perfectly, the lamb…read morewas tender, the rice was perfect, the veg was perfectly roasted. And the naan was delicious too. So tasty! Perfect has been used 3 times in this review because it was. Service was great.

The naan was a highlight! Both the regular naan and cheese herb naan were huge, delicious, and a…read moregreat value. Unfortunately, the chicken biryani was very disappointing. It lacked flavor, spice, and any real kick. There were only three small pieces of chicken--a tiny drumstick and two small pieces--and the rice tasted more like plain white rice with a little seasoning and leftover chicken mixed in. Even worse, I found numerous bone fragments throughout the rice, making it difficult and potentially hazardous to eat. I ultimately had to throw the biryani away because of the bone fragments and lack of flavor. The naan was great, but based on my experience, I would not recommend the chicken biryani. I can't speak to the rest of the menu, but this experience was disappointing enough that I won't be returning.

Take out only. Easy access and most of all the food is delicious! If you're doing "take out Chinese…read morefood" this is the place!! Fresh, well prepared and very affordable!

Chinese Take Out, dinning space not available. This…read morelocation does a very busy business, but given all orders are take out that might not be evident via the parking lot of this small strip mall. The inside is no frills with images displaying some offered menu items. My order of Chicken & Broccoli, and Mu Shu Pork were both well prepared, and as good as anything I have had in San Francisco where I live. Regarding the Mu Shu Pork, the restaurant provided Wonton wrappers, vs the traditional pancakes, and did not provide a Plum or Hoisin sauce that is often added to the Mu Shu Pork packet. FYI, H-E-B should carry Hoisin Sauce which we had. Overall a good experience, I would go back.

It's not too pretty on the outside but like everyone says, "It's what's on the inside that counts!"…read moreGo ahead on in; you won't be sorry! I got the fish and shrimp platter. It comes with catfish but they let you choose your fish if you want something different! It comes with 2 sides so I got fries and fried okra. The fried okra was the star of that show for me! Also, I switched out the catfish for Blue Whiting. Everything was well seasoned and delish. My husband ordered the Blue Whiting platter which was 2 whiting filets and a side. He considered getting the etouffee so while we ate she brought out a small taste of it for us to sample for next time. (And there will be a next time!) The girl at the counter (owner??) is SO STINKIN NICE! My gosh, talk about great with customers! (Cutie with fun glasses.) It's about an hours drive from where we live but we're through Waco pretty regularly so we're looking forward to our next stop at Friday's. We'll try to get by on a Friday so we can try some of their GUMBO!

This place closed about a month ago according to the person there when I walked in. Nothing to add…read moreexcept I'm disappointed based on Yelp reviews.

Had a great experience here last weekend. We were made feel so welcome by everyone we met and our…read moreserver Addy was exceptional. Food was excellent, we loved the crab cakes! It was very clear that this is a strong team which works well together. This restaurant makes us want to return to Waco

Dining at Diamondback's during Baylor graduation weekend made one thing incredibly clear -- this…read moreteam cares deeply. Was the restaurant absolutely packed? Yes. Were they working nonstop trying to take care of hundreds and hundreds of guests all at once? Absolutely. And through all of it, the front of house staff handled the pressure with grace, calm, professionalism, and genuinely selfless hospitality toward every single table. In reading some of the negative reviews, I think it's important to remember that while a few people may have had frustrating moments during one of the busiest weekends of the year, there were also countless guests having wonderful experiences that same evening. Small businesses and restaurants are incredibly difficult industries, especially during high-volume weekends like Baylor graduation, and the people showing up to serve deserve kindness too. Our experience this weekend -- and every experience we've ever had at Diamondback's -- has been exceptional. You can feel how much every staff member cares about every guest who walks through the door, and that care extends all the way to ownership. The owner clearly does not take feedback lightly, and it's obvious she pours her heart into this restaurant and the people dining there. Diamondback's continues to embody true hospitality, and I could not recommend them more. Looking forward to many more memorable evenings dining at this amazing Waco restaurant.

This was my second time visiting this place, and I really enjoyed it again!…read more There were four of us, and we spent around $50 total, which I thought was pretty reasonable for everything we ordered. For appetizers, we got the crab puffs. The combination of the crispy puff, cream cheese, and crab was delicious! We also ordered the steamed dumplings, which had a nice combination of vegetables and ground meat. I liked that the appetizers balanced each other out--one was a little sweeter, while the other was more savory. For our main dishes, we ordered Kung Pao chicken with fried rice. You really can't go wrong with Kung Pao chicken! The spice level was just right for me, although I do enjoy spicy food, so keep that in mind if you prefer milder flavors. We also ordered the beef with snow peas, and I was honestly surprised by how much I liked it. It was a new way for me to try snow peas, and I'm officially a fan! We also got the wonton soup. It looks simple, but it has a lot of flavor and was actually a nice palate cleanser between dishes. I went with my aunt, who usually isn't a big fan of eating out because she tends to have not-so-great experiences. However, this place earned her "I like it" stamp both for the food and the service! The only thing she mentioned was that the food was a little salty for her taste. She usually eats food with very little salt, though, so I think that's more of a personal preference than a complaint about the food itself. The restaurant itself is pretty, welcoming, and comfortable, and the service was fast and friendly. Definitely a place I'd come back to!

Food is good ànd our server MAX wàs AWESOME !!! Husband had…read moreMongolian Beef And I had Sweet and Sour Chicken/ the sauce WASN'T dumped all over the chicken. PLUS-We took home some Lemon Chicken and some steamed HUM-BOW for dinner ALL for about $40. Definitely coming back!!!