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    Hunan Star III

    3.7 (142 reviews)
    Open 10:45 am - 10:00 pm

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    From top to bottom, Hunan chicken, kung pao chicken, and black pepper chicken
    Kenny D.

    The food was a little hit-and-miss for me. The black pepper chicken was a big hit. While it was much more sweet than pepper, it had a very nice flavor and made we want to go back for more. On the miss side, the kung pao chicken was odd. This is my favorite Chinese dish, and this was quite different in flavor than any I have tried (and not in a "good" different kind of way). There was also a periodic flavor that made me pause, sniff the food, and wonder if it was a bit on the bad side. I couldn't finish even half a bowl of it, and that's frustrating. The hunan chicken, while resembling chicken and broccoli given how much broccoli and how little carrots were in the dish, also had a nice flavor that made it a pleasurable meal. Lastly, on the miss side, for 3 dishes I got 3 small sides of rice. This was not nearly enough rice for 3 meals. The small side is enough for a serving of food, but when the container can be easily split into 2 filling servings, one baby rice container is insufficient. Rice isn't nearly the most expensive cost that goes into a meal so please be a tad for generous! Mostly good food with a huge ovation for the black pepper chicken, an approving head nod for the hunan chicken, and a significant thumbs down for the kung pao and rice portion.

    chicken and string beans and RICEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
    Bill T.

    Excellent with normal orders, however the lunch specials are a joke. All rice and no protein.

    Steamed chicken broccoli with sauce on the side for all of the ppl who wants to limit their salt intake
    Angie S.

    Great place better then Benny's I had steamed chicken and broccoli with sauce on the side. I sure wish that i had an option for steamed brown rice but I didn't . I didn't have to wait my order was ready when I picked it up. I'm thankful that you open at 10:45am because my lunch break is at 10:30am Customer service and hospitality was great and I didn't the guys name that rang me up but he had a tattoo on his neck. See you soon

    Darrius F.

    Hunan Star is consistently clean and fresh--our top choice for Chinese food in Southern Maryland. Every visit delivers hot, delicious meals and fresh sushi. We've never had a bad experience, whether dining in or ordering takeout, and we've done both many times. As someone who really values cleanliness, I appreciate the extra effort they put into maintaining a spotless, showroom-like environment for their customers.

    Adia B.

    To go order so I only received a glimpse of the service . But the first impression was very customer service oriented. I had shrimp toast with was bite sized and tasty . The chicken egg fu yung was fresh it could have used a little more flavor and gravy . I will definitely go back

    Karrie L.

    Delicious sushi and wonderful service. So many food and drink options. Love it here!!

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    Chantel T.

    We came here on a Saturday for lunch specials. This was my first time trying this establishment and I was very pleased. We got a few lunch specials to try and the portions were great. I'm curious to know if these portions will be the same if you order to go. We got two general tso chickens with fried rice (one mild and one spicy), a shrimp lo mein and chicken chow mein (I believe that's what it's called). We also got two drinks which were very strong. All in all, this was a nice outing that was inexpensive and left us with more than enough food to take home. Our food came out piping hot and the owners were very attentive to us. This is a small mom and pops spot that is very causal but they do have a party room. My only complaint was there was a fly so I was constantly swatting to ensure it didn't land on my food.

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    The food is always fresh and tasty. The customer service is friendly and inviting. My new favorite Carryout in the area.

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    Outstanding Chinese Restaurant, everything is delicious, been there many times never dissapointed , my favorite ? Shrimp chow mein.

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    The food is amazing as well as the portions! Everytime we order we get a good amount for a great price!

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    Hunan Star provides dependably good food, fairly priced! Buffet has a fair variety & will satisfy buffet buffs!

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    Have been going here for more than 10 years. Good is completely worth the drive and now I make a choice to go there

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    Good Chinese food and sushi . Hibachi was ok. But the hit the spot when hungry. Service was decent. The location was peaceful

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    Wonderful food/service/ customer service! It was a great place to eat! I can not wait to go back!!!

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    United Buffet & Grill

    3.2
    (115 reviews)
    5.9 mi
    $$

    What you see is what you get at this type of place. I will say this is a great for group dining,…read morelow cost eats and to make sure there's something for everyone. Although I'm not the biggest buffet person, I did enjoy having a large selection of proteins and veggies to select. For the price was had access to many options and more than enough space for our guest!

    The building was very hot. We were sweaty almost immediately. I went with my sister and my wife. We…read morewere there for 20-30 minutes and our waitress gave us the end of our meal tray with fortune cookies on it and told us to have a good rest of our day. We weren't finished, and were allotted 2 hours to our spot at the buffet. She came back around while we continued to talk and enjoy our two hours and gave me the receipt. Instead of leaving while I paid, she stood and waited for me to finish signing the check. She saw that I did not leave a tip (it was 67 dollars for 20 minutes and we felt rushed) and verbally said "no pay?" I felt pressured to leave 5 dollars while she looked over my shoulder. I returned the receipt and she said "just 5?" And I said "yes," and then she corrected my math on the receipt because I hadn't changed the total. We rushed out, uncomfortable and deciding not to return. I've never had a waitress (who we only saw once before she rushed us out) force me into a social situation where I felt obligated to tip. I don't make a lot, I was taking my loved ones out to enjoy 2 hours and got 20 minutes and a really uncomfortable experience both due to the humidity and the staff. The food was OK. Everything was mostly dry, but decent. Not worth 73 dollars.

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    Umi Hotpot Sushi & Seafood Buffet

    3.6
    (355 reviews)
    37.1 mi

    We visited some friends in Maryland and they suggested that we come here since we do have a big…read moreparty and this will satisfy everyone's taste. First this place is huge. Second, the selection is huge. They pretty much have almost everything you expect in an AYCE place. Chinese hot food, Japanese sashimi, Korean BBQ, vegan salad, drinks, ice cream. They even have snow crab and lobster claws the day we were there. They also had "buddha jumping over the wall" soup - if you know what it is. One thing is that my empty plates were piling up before they were taken away, but I guess it was Saturday and they were busy. Overall the food selection was amazing. I only wish their desserts are better... I thought the little roll/balls in the frig was mochi... but no... it was something with unpleasant texture - they tasted like silicon... Other than that, I think this place is the best Asian AYCE I have tried in the US. If we are ever in Maryland and in the area we will definitely come back.

    I've been hearing so much about this spot on social media so decided to drive the hour+ to try it…read moreout. WOWOW they have sooo much to choose from. Most buffets have typically the same things but this one exceeded my standards. I loved the build your own hot pot, the meat tasted so fresh and it was very tender. They had a massive sushi selection with sauce bottles for eel sauce and spicy mayo. A bunch of hot and cold bars. Even a diy boba bar! Everything i tried tasted really good. They have workers who go around and make sure the service areas are clean of food and such which i liked. It was very clean. Would i make the drive again? YES but also i heard there's an alexandria location opening this year!

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    Captain John's Crabhouse

    Captain John's Crabhouse

    3.1
    (175 reviews)
    20.2 mi
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    We drove to southern Maryland to pick crabs. Captain John's has in the past been dependably good…read more This time the food did not disappoint but the service was very rough. We ordered a dozen crabs, a pound of jumbo shrimp, a bowl of cream of crab soup, an order of hush puppies and an order of fried pickles. The soup had plenty of lumps of crab meat and a nice flavor, and the portion was ample. The crabs were described as jumbo but were closer to large. At $115 for the crabs, a dozen was enough. (Side note: when the market price is that high you really should disclose it on a specials sheet or chalkboard or something. The first mention of it was on the final bill.) The crabs were steamed well and did not taste muddy at all. The shrimp likewise was perfectly cooked. The pickles and puppies were delicious. Total bill before tip came to $200. On the high side versus expectations but not alarming. Service was worse than spotty. At times it was clear that the server had tables in multiple areas of the restaurant and needed roller skates to keep up. And there were times that she was sitting talking to other employees or with her regulars. Several things we had to ask for multiple times (melted butter for crab, drink refills, a few crackers) some of which we finally gave up on ever getting and went to the bar to request. Things like silverware had to be requested. Getting the bill took longer than necessary. All in all, service was 2 to 3 stars. Setting: Worn chairs and tables. Many televisions, all set to Maryland Lottery channels for fake horse races and keno that ran nonstop. Large lottery machine near the bar that did a steady business. This was distracting and not conducive to pleasant dining. Overall the food made the trip worth it. Will go back but not for the atmosphere or the service.

    Down home feel with nice customer service. Very casual but gets to businesses for core seafood…read moreitems. I had a nice seafood platter with haddock, oysters, scallops, shrimp and a crab cake. The hush puppies are the best I've had since Chesapeake Seafood House. Pretty good potato salad and a large salad are side options. The coconut cake was good, moist, flavorful and large. The drinks were not a strength maybe beer is more of a safe bet. It's on the water eith indoor and outdoor seating in a very casual environment.

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    Golden Buffet & Grill

    Golden Buffet & Grill

    3.2
    (96 reviews)
    15.2 mi
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    I decided to treat myself to something good, considering that I am on vacation. I found Golden…read moreBuffet here in Alexandria and it was open. Yes! I arrived here from Ronald Regan Washington international airport and used the public transportation system to get here. Thankfully, they were open for dinner and I got seated right away. The restaurant itself was not big but not small either. It could accommodate 50 people at any given time. I arrived here around 5:30 PM on a brisk Wednesday evening. It was nice to be here because of the travel that I had done the day before to get here. With that said, I spent a good amount of time eating my way through the station that they had. I was quite famished because of the air travel and definitely was looking forward to diving in. I ended up having most of the seafood related items first before diving into a second round of the seafood again I ended up with a plate of carbohydrates, mostly pasta and rice before ending the meal with a full stomach and a happy smile on my face. Definitely worth coming here because of the unlimited items that they had. At least it felt unlimited because of the share volume of food that they put out on any given day. I spent about an hour here trying to get full value for my meal which happened to be around $15-$20 with out tax and gratuity. Feeling pretty good when I've dived in. Bloated when I finally said I had enough. It was worth the effort though! If you're in the area and wouldn't love a good Chinese themed inspired buffet, consider coming here to this one in Alexandria, Virginia. I certainly recommend this one for sure. The overall experience here at this Golden Buffet restaurant in Alexandria, Virginia was very good. I overdid it calories wise, but I was on vacation. I sat near the food, which small wonderful and Daphne made me think that I could eat a lot more than I normally can on any given day. At least the price was fixed so that you can indulge beyond what you can for a fixed price. That's what I love about a buffet and the Golden buffet here in Alexandria Virginia is no different. The ambience here was very good and quiet for sure. It was just me and my stomach hurting all the food that I was eating. Once in a while, the server comes to check up on me to see if I had needed any water or anything else to drink during my stay. While the food is mass produced, you can feel that there is pride and love that goes into making such delicious dishes every day. They basically have the traditional Chinese food dishes that most Americans would enjoy, as well as other dishes that local Chinese in the area would enjoy as well. So they have a lot of stuff that can pique the curiosity of both. I eat a bunch of vegetables during my stay but majority of the food that I had was the seafood, considering that's usually the most expensive items on the menu anyway. And so, if you love buffet and Chinese food, consider coming here in the Alexandria area if you're hungry for something that would carry your dinner plans as definitely scratch that Chinese food fix that you've been craving all day long. The Golden buffet restaurant is located in Alexandria Virginia. It is physically located at 7820 Richmond Highway, a few miles from the Ronald Reagan Washington International Airport. I took the metro and a local bus to get here, which was okay. The rush hour in DC is pretty much crazy but I made it work. For the most part though, my experience here at the Golden Buffet Alexandria was good and cozy. As I write this, I'm full to the max and don't really regret it at the moment. They accept major credit cards as well as cash. As far as parking goes, they have a small parking area for y'all who drive. If you're like me, public transportation is available (DC metro and other public buses) for anyone and everyone who wishes to come and dine here. And of course, there's Uber and Lyft and Empower at your convenience. If you're looking for something that can fill your stomach at a reasonable price, consider coming here for your next meal in the DC / Alexandria area. Oh maybe you could probably skip a meal or so just to make room to get real value for your money. That's what I did when I came. Air travel can do that to anyone. 4.0 stars for the overall experience Support local! B

    stars. It wasn't completely disgusting, but it definitely wasn't good either. Most of the food was…read morecold, bland, and just didn't have any flavor. Nothing really stood out, and a lot of it tasted like it had been sitting out for a while. I left feeling pretty disappointed. I probably wouldn't come back.

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    Food Factory

    Food Factory

    4.5
    (11 reviews)
    18.7 mi

    wow. I used to come here all the time when It was Zaytoun, but then I moved and when I came back…read morethe place had various other offerings. But I decided to come in and try their kabobs under the new owners. SO HAPPY I did. My kabob was super flavorful and maybe a tad too much? my car was smelling like a kabob factory on the ride home lol. The chicken was super juicy on the inside and the naan super fresh. The rice and side portions weren't the biggest, but it was probably some of the best Palak Aloo I've had in a while. and the brown rice was very fresh and tender. It wasnt just sitting around all day. Although upon first entering, it seemed sleepy and slow, other customers did trickle in while waiting for my food. Will definitely return and try their buffet. I miss the fresh mint lemonade the old Baji used to make. Their drink options now are a bit lacking. When eating a kabob as flavorful as this, you don't want soda making you burp. LOL. I recommend they start selling some Bottled Lassi's or Rani Floats from Next door. or maybe some Hot Tea options. a nice cardamom tea would go great with the food. Water wasn't even available when I went. :/ just sodas.

    Tried this place for the first time today and it definitely won't be our last. My husband got 4…read moreservings from the buffet and all of their specialty wings. I got the butter chicken and it was delicious, one of the best I've had The owner was so kind and explained all the different options. He also explained that he just took over and they overhauled everything. We're excited to see what more he wants to do because it was already amazing Seating was tight but it wasn't an issue. My only dings would be that they didn't have a baby changing station in the bathroom and their drink options weren't vast but my husband was very happy with his mango lassi Will definitely be back!

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    Harris Crab House & Seafood Restaurant

    Harris Crab House & Seafood Restaurant

    3.7
    (1k reviews)
    49.8 mi
    $$

    Came here for dinner on Saturday and surprisingly wasn't too packed, we waited about 15 minutes…read more This place does offer takeout crabs. We ordered 9pcs of large crabs for $63, you can order individually instead of a dozen, everything was delicious. The cream of crab is a must try when you're here and the shrimp salad sandwich is a solid choice. Overall interior of this place is very clean and by the bay, we got to see the sunset. The waiter was friendly and checked up on us from time to time.

    Who doesn't love a good Maryland Blue Crab when the weather is hot and you just wanna sit by the…read morewater? Never been here to Harris Crab House, but my friends wanted to go. I've been to other places and loved them but this was a first time here. We parked and all you can smell is seafood and fish. Parking was decently easy. We walked in and asked to sit outside and was sent upstairs. Thought it a bit weird, but it was all good. We had nothing else going on on a Monday, and just wanted crabs. So we made our way upstairs and had to walk around a few corners to get to the bar before we self seated and found a table under these stairs. But the view! It was pretty, with the small lake or pond we were staring into. The whimsy breeze felt great against my skin and thankful there was an umbrella which shielded us from the hot sun. The tables were covered with craft paper. There were one server working the section. We ordered a Bloody Mary and a Paloma - who doesn't love a good cocktail on a hot day outside next to water? The menu is a decent size. We wanted the extra large crabs but they only had six left so we did half extra large and half large. We also ordered Mac and Cheese which turned out to be Kraft Mac and Cheese, Hush Puppies and also an order of Cole slaw. I was tired after trying to crack three crabs, but the flavors were great. I wish it had more of the orange eggs stuff but I guess we couldn't choose which type of crab they were and I had no orange eggs in the crab. But the flavors were good. I enjoyed the experience. It was pretty chill and just nice to be outside cracking teeth and sipping drinks.

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