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Elite Buffet

3.2 (306 reviews)
ModerateChinese, Buffets
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Sal F.

All went well at Elite Buffet, because the value is there. Observing that Elite Buffet has hand cleaner at each island...good look. Elite Buffet has an assortment of fountain drinks, Agua de Jamaica or hermica drink, horchata, tea, and coffee. They had three types of soup seafood, eggdrop, and hot & sour. Their entrees ranged from Thai chicken, Lobster Rolls, Chow Mein, Broccoli beef, Crabs, Baked Scallops,Fried rice,Fried Shrimp, Stuffed mushrooms, Fried fish, vegetables, and a salad bar. Don't forget the pudding, fruits, jello, and soft serve ice-cream. The service at Elite Buffet was great, they have people cleaning up tables, and picking up empty plates at random. Great job Elite Buffet

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Kenneth B.

They have a very good variety of food at this Asian Buffet! Salad fruit, side dishes, and several other dishes. I like to sample a bit of several items. $22.00 for adults and I am not sure of the kids price. Bring an appetite

Sora A.

I was genuinely impressed with my overall experience at Elite Buffet. I'll admit, I was hesitant to drive to this side of town because of some of the reviews, but I was craving comfort food after a rough week. You pay before you sit down, which makes sense to keep things simple and avoid walkouts. The place isn't big, and the ambiance is pretty plain, but that didn't bother me. They don't have a massive selection, but what they do serve is done right and fresh. It's standard Chinese buffet food, but better than the others in the area that I've tried, especially when you factor in the price. The standout for me was their fried shrimp. Most buffets don't even bother cleaning them, and I've lost my appetite more than once because of that. I grabbed a couple to test, and to my surprise, they were actually cleaned, no gross black line (IYKYK). Went back for more to maybe see if I just got lucky, but was surprised they were all "waste-free". That alone kept me in a good mood. Other favorites were the baked salmon (not dry like some places), crispy plantains, and the little bite-sized rangoons. They had the perfect ratio of cream cheese to crab and seasoning. Could've easily eaten a whole bowl of them, but I didn't want to make myself sick lol. It's a full self-serve setup, including your own drinks, but everything was stocked and clean. Even though the kitchen staff also buses tables, they were on top of it, my empty plates were gone every time I got up. Not sure where the tips go, but I hope whoever's cleaning up gets a decent cut. It's not a five-star spot, but I came in with low expectations and left feeling satisfied and full. Honestly, I'd come back if I come to visit San Diego again.

Fernando R.

I loved this buffet! The employees are wonderful! Cuisine is finger licking good! Plus it's very affordable! Very fancy and elegant buffet as well! I definitely recommend this wonderful place! I literally felt like I was in heaven! Came here this past April for my 28th birthday with my family.

Randall B.

Elite buffet is better than some but not nearly as good as others. Food is middle of the road. The steam tables were full and several of the items were tasty while others were hard and cold. For the price (drink included) it's not bad. Would not go out of my way to find it, but if you are nearby, it's a good place to go.

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Sergio S.

One of my Old Favorites Chiense Restaurants. Went alot as a kid and alot of things recently changed. Here is my pros/cons for this place. Pros: -Good Price! -Good Variety of Food Selection -Lots of Easy Parking Cons: -Not Really good Customer Experience. -Waiters only come to pick up plates, not even seat us or provide us drinks. Had to go get ourselves. -Bathrooms are Decent just alot of graffiti -Cashier was Eating and Touching Cc Cards and cash with dirty hands Back Then this place was alot nicer Decorations/Deigns in the building. And waiters would actually Greet you with a smile and always make sure everything ok while eating. Now it just looks empty, No customer service really. But hey if you just here for the food this place is good for you to eat

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For the price it is amazing & customer service. You pay, choose ur table & grab ur food/drinks. Never that busy(i came during week) the horchata & Jamaica taste amazing. Employee also came by to grab my dirty plate which i appreciated.

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As far as buffets go, pretty good. Lots of entree choices. Not too many Americanized cop-out choices.

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Good variety of food but taste was decent. Bathroom was disgusting I can't imagine how the kitchen looks

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Great food, great prizes. Been to many other buffets and this one by far the best one. Food always fresh.

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Dinner buffet was excellent. Found more choices then I could try. Wait staff was very attentive.

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The service was good, they were quick to refill my drink an pick up dirty platesss, and i loved the food!

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Mmmm , i love this place ! Favorite place to eat !:) Really friendly employees , lots of verities !

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Best Chinese buffet in San Diego. All of the food tastes super fresh and is perfectly prepared.

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Staff is very friendly. The selection of food is great and clean. I would come again. Their banana pudding is yummy!

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Their coconut shrimp is literally the best I've tried. Food is pretty good and service is great. I've never had an empty cup at this place!

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I will never go to this place again ... Bad Customer Service .. Bad Food , n they give you tap water in dirty cups .

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What are their current prices? Do they still have Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings?

I went maybe 2 weeks ago and the price for dine-in adult dinner which comes with a drink was just under $20. Hope that helps!

Is the dine in open and is it still self serve?

Yesterday they were open to self-service with provided plastic gloves. The inside tables were closed, but they had around 8 tables outside, next to the front of the building, with a tarp on the other side to protect from the sun. The food was… 

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7.59 for lunch 10.29 for dinner

How's the orange chicken?

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2.5(631 reviews)
1.9 mi
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It has been a few years since I have enjoyedChina Super Buffet. Before it was hot no AC, but food…read morewas good. It has improved quite a bit now that they finally have air conditioning. Before, it could be tough to eat there on a hot day, but the dining experience is much more comfortable now. The selection is pretty good, and the food is a great value for the price point. The sushi is fresh, the made-to-order food is good, and there are enough choices to satisfy most buffet cravings. It is not a high-end seafood buffet--crab legs and a few other seafood favorites would really help elevate it--but for what you pay, it is an excellent deal overall.

Went for dinner around 5pm and it was already fairly busy. I somehow managed to make my way through…read moreabout 3-4 plates (or at least attempted to lol), so I got to try a pretty good variety. I started with the sushi, which honestly isn't bad for a Chinese buffet. Obviously you're not coming here expecting sushi-restaurant quality, but there's a decent selection, it always looks clean and nicely presented, and they have plenty of sauces available--soy sauce, wasabi, spicy mayo, etc. Most of the rolls I tried were decent and it's usually a good way to start. Next I had some egg drop soup with wonton strips. Unfortunately, the soup was pretty bland this time and definitely needed some salt. My next plate was mostly fried items--salt & pepper wings, cream cheese wonton, egg roll, gyoza, fried squid, some battered pork, plus one of the baked green mussels. This was probably the biggest disappointment of the visit because almost everything was barely warm. I was surprised considering it was dinner time, the restaurant was fairly busy, and the trays didn't look empty. The baked green mussels were easily one of the better things I tried, and the fried squid was probably next. Both actually had good flavor. Most of the other fried items were lacking seasonings, and having them barely warm definitely didn't help. I ended up leaving quite a bit of that plate behind. Since that plate was kind of a bust, I went back for some chow mein, broccoli beef and orange chicken, along with more squid and mussels since those had been the winners so far. The broccoli beef was okay. The brown sauce was just missing a little something, but mixed with the chow mein it worked. The orange chicken was another letdown--it was missing that sweet, tangy flavor you normally expect from orange chicken. Service was about what I'd expect from a buffet. They kept an eye on drinks and were generally pretty quick about clearing used plates, which I appreciated. I still haven't tried the Mongolian grill, which might actually be the better way to go here since you pick your ingredients and have everything cooked fresh. If I come back, that's probably what I'll try next. They also have ice cream and your typical Chinese buffet-style desserts. I didn't really get into those this time because, surprisingly, I was DONE by that point. I did notice the ice cream cone area seemed pretty picked over/empty. As far as the restaurant itself, it's nothing fancy and it's been around for quite a while. It was also pretty warm inside during this visit, which definitely isn't ideal when it's already hot outside. I didn't use the restroom, so I can't speak to that. Overall, there were really only a couple of things I found genuinely tasty enough that I'd specifically want again--the baked green mussels and fried squid were the standouts, and the sushi was decent for what it is. Otherwise, too much of what I tried was either lacking in flavor or barely warm, which was disappointing during a busy dinner hour. It's probably somewhere I'd consider again in a pinch, especially on a hot day when nobody wants to cook and you just want a lot of different options without spending a ton. But based on this visit alone, there are other buffets in the surrounding area where I've had better overall quality. I may come back at some point to finally give the Mongolian grill a try, and if the food is fresher/hotter and the experience is better, I'd definitely update my review.

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Coop’s West Texas BBQ & Catering

4.5(2.5k reviews)
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Coops BBQ was amazing! The brisket and ribs were absolutely delicious, and the sauce was so good…read more The sides were also super good, the mac and cheese, potato salad, rice and beans, and especially the candied yams, that was my favorite! On top of the great food, the customer service was excellent. Estela was so friendly, welcoming, and helpful, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to.

Mr. Coop and his entire team were absolutely AMAZING! They catered my 55th birthday party on…read moreSaturday, August 1, 2026, and truly helped make my celebration a memorable occasion. From the very beginning, Ross was wonderful to work with and helped me plan all the details to make sure everything came together perfectly. Then Mr. Coop and his team showed up and delivered phenomenal food and outstanding service! My guests enjoyed every bite, and they are STILL talking about how delicious everything was. I had always wanted Coop's BBQ to cater a special event at my home and they definitely did not disappoint. Having them be a part of my 55th birthday celebration made the occasion even more special. If you're looking for someone to take your event to the next level with incredible food and great service, I strongly recommend Mr. Coop and his team at Coop's BBQ. They helped make my 55th birthday one I will never forget!

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Diamond Palace

4.2(651 reviews)
1.9 mi•Rolando
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Stopped by for a quick bite. Love how they have everything fresh on the steam cart. Everything was…read morehot and steaming. Service was fast and friendly. And love how they always refill your water without having to ask. Nice large atmosphere with plenty of seating. Expect a wait if you go on the weekend. Best place by far for dim sum. And first time trying their lo mein and it was delicious.

This place is sooo good! The lunch rush is definitely a…read morerush but it's a given as to why, this place is delicious. A bit noisy as there's sooo many tables just back to back all around each other, so you can hear everybody around. Large room with servers that go around in carts with all the dumpling menu options and all you do is say yes to all the ones you need and it's served right then and there, how convenient! Unlike most AYCE dumpling places, their portions here are fairly large and definitely shareable. So pick responsibly, but then again, you are able to take home leftovers. Leftovers are the best though, right? This was my first time with a large group of friends and let our main host choose all she thought was good as most of us were first timers and she's been there several times and every choice was definitely not a disappointment. I'll definitely come back to share an updated review on more food in specifics! I hardly took enough photos as we were having a great time and just went all in on the food!

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Tambayan Filipino BBQ & Grill

Tambayan Filipino BBQ & Grill

4.3(340 reviews)
3.5 mi•Lomita
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Locally owned & operated
Grab-and-go

My first experience at Tambayan, was in March 2026. The word had spread across social media, saved…read moreto bookmarks for, "places to get High n' try." Plenty of parking in the free parking lot off Paradise Valley Road. March 22nd was the day four friends found out the hype - is real. Tambayan makes you wanna slap yo lolo. Masarap! From the Güd Burger and that ube milk bun, to my personal favorite, sisig fries with calamansi aioli. Friends didn't complain about the pork belly in their sisig bowls either. When it came time for dessert, we met my second favorite mahal, ube churros with dulce de leche ube sauce. Jammed with hot halaya. So, of course we came back itching for more. Let the photographic evidence before you be proof of this customer's satisfaction. Special Kuya Dan shoutout to bro who hooked us up with the complimentary lumpia! GALING. Sisig fries remain the main character in this NPC's game. Pairs perfectly with a taste of Hawaiian Sun, Luau Punch. The fries stayed crispy until the last bite - and I nearly ate clear through to the table. The restaurant serves a handful of open tables. Dine in, or carry out. The plate is the same. Everyone's doing it. Service is simple. Order, snag a seat, and standby for sisig. If your kind of dining requires Instagram worthy ambiance, or you're worried about calories - Tambayan maybe too much for you. I dare you. Kain na! Until your pork belly meets mine once again. Thank you, Tambayan! P.S. This review was written by my hands - not Chat or AI, nor the influence of social media stardom. And I, thank you. Edit: I came back for the 5th star that kitchen is good for.

Randomly hopped on Yelp like, Aight, what's good around here...Tambayan Filipino BBQ & Grill popped…read moreup, so me and the homie said screw it, let's run it. First thing.....PORTIONS ARE LEGIT. They definitely not back there counting pieces of meat like it's coming out of their paycheck. You get a good amount of food for sure. I got the sisig rice bowl. Flavor was good, portion was solid, and I definitely ate it...but was I sitting there having a spiritual experience over the sisig? Nah. It was good, just nothing that had me texting the group chat like, BOYS. GET OVER HERE RIGHT NOW. THEN MY HOMIE GOT THE SHORT RIB BOWL. Bruhhhh. He let me get a bite and immediately I was mad at myself. I'm chewing his short rib while looking down at my sisig like, I chose you over THAT?? That short rib was GOOD good. Next time I already know what I'm ordering. We tried the mac too. Mac was cool. It showed up. Did its job. Clocked in, clocked out. Nothing bad, nothing life-changing. NOWWWW...we gotta talk about the environment. I went to use the bathroom and suddenly felt like I had accidentally entered the employee storage room side quest. Stuff seemed like it was everywhere, and the whole place just felt like it needed a good cleanup and organization day. AND THEM FLOORS?!?! Slippery AF. I was walking back from the bathroom like a Filipino uncle leaving the dance floor after three Red Horses little steps, arms out, praying I don't end up on Yelp as part of somebody else's review. That was probably my biggest issue. When I'm eating somewhere, the environment matters. If the back/bathroom area feels cluttered and the floors got me ice skating back to my table, it starts making me question things I don't even WANT to question while I'm eating. BUT I gotta give credit where it's due....the service was GREAT. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and nice to us. And honestly, that's why I'm rooting for this place. The food has potential, portions are generous, service is friendly, and that short rib is . If they cleaned everything up, organized the place, fixed the slippery floors, and made the atmosphere feel more inviting??? BRO. This place could be PACKED. I'd definitely give them another shot. But next time....SHORT RIB BOWL. I learned my lesson.

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Himalayan Yak & Yeti - Chicken Korma - @rayz

Himalayan Yak & Yeti

4.5(402 reviews)
1.8 mi
•$$

My boyfriend and I have been coming to this restaurant for months now because it's our favorite…read moreIndian food in the area. Honestly, I don't know what changed, but whoever was the opening kitchen shift today (August 13th), you need to know that it was the BEST meal we've received from Y&Y. So much so that I actually had to come to Yelp and leave a review, it was that good. Usually our dishes would come with so much oil that we would have to drain off the excess; not today. Today's dishes were not only cooked beautifully with spices in it that I had never even tasted in the dish before, but there was no layer of oil that our food would have been swimming in. It was wonderful I usually get the vegan chana masala and sometimes in the past it would taste like there may have been some sort of butter in it (or perhaps ghee) and maybe whoever was cooking it didn't know not to use it, but this time around it didn't give me that taste and actually tasted dairy-free, which put my mind at ease. All-in-all, we will be coming back and hoping we get this cook again because it was just so so good

I ordered to go so can't rate the dining experience, only the food I ordered. I got the mutter…read morepaneer and veggie samosas which came with rice. My husband got the chicken tikka masala, with garlic naan and a mango lassi. The mutter paneer tasted under seasoned with no distinct flavor, the paneer felt like didn't absorb any seasonings at all. So not bad but not something I would reorder. The samosas were good. I tasted the curry sauce from the chicken tikka masala and that had much better flavor. Both were heavy (butter/heavy cream based). The mango lassi was surprisingly the most balanced I ever had. They are usually over sweet but this one was just right. If I return I would order something different.

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Bankhead Mississippi Style Cooking

3.9(468 reviews)
3.5 mi
•$$

Oxtail over rice and beef ribs were delicious. I would stick with those. Collard greens and black…read moreeyed peas are great to balance the richness. I prefer corn bread softer but overall I would still go back.

Came on a weekend because that's when they have both ox tails and beef ribs. I got 1 oxtail with…read morerice, a beef rib, 1 fried wing and a small side of collard greens with pork. The ox tail wasn't tough but I thought could be much softer, id have braised it for another 45 minutes or so. It came with some veggies that it was braised with. The beef ribs I believe were oven baked. They were Smokey and the BBQ sauce on the sweet side. I wish it was more tender. Maybe roast them covered first? The collard greens you can order them cooked in chicken, pork or vegan (no protein) I got them with pork, it was tender and flavorful. I'd try the vegan version next time. I also got a fried chicken wing which was tender and freshly fried. But the batter wasn't too crispy. It was a whole wing, flat, drumette and tip. Most of the food is all in heating trays, cafeteria style. I think if you order fried fish it's made to order. There are a few tables and a TV inside. You can look at the food behind the counter but you need to order at the register first. When the order goes in that's how the other person knows what to plate up. Be aware there's a 3% service fee if you use a credit card. So bring cash if you can.

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