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E Star

3.2 (226 reviews)
ModerateBuffets, Chinese, Seafood
Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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What's the vibe?
Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Koko S.

Took the girls to lunch and it was a great experience. The food was fresh, the environment was comfortable.

Even baby found something to enjoy!!
Jasmin N.

This place is almost an hour away from home. So I was skeptical about trying it but since my entire family was hungry we took a huge chance. Needless to say they had options every one of us would love. Only one bad thing I would say is that the waiters are pushy.. i was asked to pay like 10 times as if I was leaving

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Rita N.

Always a great time! It's super crowded right now though. Despite all of the cars in the parking lot there are plenty of tables. Crawfish is in.

Greg L.

It's been about 7 years since my last visit and one thing I remembered was that the service is number one followed by the food in how horrible it is. I went here with the church family and all the adults left with a sour feeling. For one the waitress, didn't believe us when we shared that the kids were under 12, she went to try to card each child. All the food tastes bland, this space gets the experience of a Chinese buffet but not the taste. I will never come back here

Susan P.

Ever had one of those days where you can't decide what you want to eat and a wide selection is the answer? No specific craving. This place is for you with an array of Chinese food but also sushi, kielbasa, pizza and pastries. Nothing stands out but you can carb load to your hearts delight. Service is what one would expect at a self serve buffet, limited to drinks and whisking away dirty dishes.

Following my hostess to the table
Tracey L.

Oh, I had a lovely time here! My robot escorted me to my seat, and the waitress in my area was just lovely. This place is huge and well-decorated; it really caught my eye. The food options were plentiful so it's impossible to try everything but I did try to. You're best bet is to eat everything in smaller portions or just keep coming back like I'm doing.

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i am surprised no one has died from food posioning yet. Their handling of highly perishable food is scary.

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Dog food - food has no seasoning - lots of food but has no taste - need to change cooks and enhance the flavors

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Nice service , food could've been more variety for the price & more hot , but it is a nice family buffet

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Excellent food , price can afford 1 Fried Spring RollI like the Robot service for pickup tables

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It was a a pleasant experience. Amy one of the waitresses is very attentive. Food is good. Soups are good.

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Ask the Community - E Star

Do they take Apple Pay?

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Y'all got pizza?

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Oysters were seriously great, and FRESH!

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