Do not sleep on this buffet. This is a busy place deal with being in a very high tourist area. The employees are very kind and they quickly clean up after you whenever you go back up to get more food. They have gotten a lot better with the sushi. Which is very good. The hibachi grill is also amazing. I really enjoy the bake muscles with the cream sauce. The oysters are also very good here. This is a great spot if you have a big or small family. They have a great selection of food and different varieties as well. read more

Customer service was horrible, we came in at the change from lunch to dinner so we got the lunch rate (great). Fried crabs were put out so once we got them we were told we had to pay the dinner rate or they could take them back. Rather than let us finish eating them to the trash they went read more

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Ichiban has been my regular Chinese/Japanese buffet for over 10 years and as of summer 2025 had returned to the full service buffet of pre-COVID. I always come here for plentiful sushi rolls, nigiri and salads, as well as classic Chinese entrees like bbq pork, chicken and broccoli, Orange chicken and more. At dinner, the buffet expands with sashimi and premium fish, as well as hot specialities like soft shell crab, seafood boil and ribs. Offerings on this buffet include: - Sushi bar with a wide assortment of raw and cooked sushi options, including tempura-battered rolls - Hot bars with Asian classics, as well as kid-friendly items like fries, pizza and chicken skewers - Back since 2025 is custom made-to-order hibachi, with steak, chicken, shrimp, pork and krab proteins - tons of pastries and fruit for dessert, as well as ice cream coolers My one recommendation to the team at Ichiban would be to look into updating or at least fixing some of the decor and dining room - I often found deep grooves in the wall where chairs had struck and scraped, and while maintained, the decor has not changed since I first visited in 2013. That said, and with the prices being extremely reasonable for the amount of food, Ichiban continues to be a great option for quick and hearty meals. read more

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How did we live here 2 years and not stop in here? The place is big and bright. Not a ton of food but it's all good, I mean really good. The key to success in a place like this is not having the same flavor on everything and not setting the heat on the buffet steamer so high it over cooks everything. They got both right. The flavors are unique for each item so you know they have a spice rack and not just old oil. The spices are not stingy either, my hot and sour soup was like a punch in the face which I loved, but be warned if you are a woos. The sushi bar was pretty decent and the surprise was the seared fish slices like the tuna and salmon. Prices weren't too high either and they didn't pull the $10 soda trick. read more

This buffet is decent. Lots of options: sushi, sashimi, fried, grilled, salad, hibachi made to order. It is your typical buffet with dessert options. I liked it. Might come again. read more

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Food was subpar at best. Fruit was not very fresh. Hibachi bar was ok but could have used more protein options. Never ever order drinks here. Found black specks in all the lemonade we ordered and when pointed out to our server she kept trying to bring us new lemonade, which we let her do once and still the same issue with black specks. Have us a hard time taking the drinks off our check even though they had not been drunk because of the black specks. Server expected a tip after giving us a hard time because we didn't want to possibly drink mold and when she saw there wasn't a tip on our checks she snatched them and stormed off with an attitude. Will not be returning. And can't recommend anyone come here based on possible mold in the drinks. read more

Took my family of five to Ichiban Buffet with moderate expectations -- unfortunately, it landed squarely in the "just okay" category. The pricing is reasonable, especially for a family outing, but the overall experience left a lot to be desired. The biggest letdown? The staff. Nearly every employee we encountered looked genuinely unhappy to be there. Service was brisk, cold, and far from welcoming -- don't come expecting smiles or hospitality. I'll admit, the name "Ichiban" drew me in because of a great steakhouse I love in Japan. This, however, isn't that. The food was fine, not bad by buffet standards, but the variety was lacking. There's a little bit of everything, but not a lot of anything. Japanese options were minimal -- mostly limited to a basic sushi selection. There is a hibachi station, which seemed to be made to order, but the line stayed long and we opted to skip it. Protein options leaned heavily on chicken and shrimp, with very little beef in sight. A few seafood items were available, but not enough to elevate the spread. The dessert section was probably the most disappointing. Yes, there were lots of ice cream flavors (about 12), but the pastry offerings felt like an afterthought. A few cupcakes still in supermarket plastic containers and a couple of tossed-together items on a table -- it just didn't feel curated or fresh. Bottom line: Ichiban Buffet offers decent value for the price, but if you're looking for a truly satisfying buffet experience -- especially one with standout Japanese fare -- this likely won't hit the mark. Probably wouldn't return. read more

For $30 two of us ate the buffet. The sushi bar was amazing it had every kind of role you could think of in the fish in the crab the nigiri the sashimi everything was so delicious and fresh I ate three complete plates full of sushi no lie. Lol. I also tried the black pepper chicken which was delicious they were constantly stirring things and putting out fresh portions. There was lots of clean plates lots of saving and lots of parking. They had two dessert bars as well as ice cream. They also have a hibachi grill so you can make your own plate and have it cooked on the hibachi. It's definitely a great place for lunch. read more

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I used to not like Chinese buffets until this place! Good price, fresh yummy food, and efficient service! read more

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Good food. However, the waitress unbridled propensity for tips is very worrisome. We had a situation where we offered a tip and was rejected. The waitress was wailing along the restaurant as if payment for the food was the side hustle. We reported this awful display of rudeness to the supervisor who seem to have no control over the staff. It was a complete turn-off. read more

Food is average. Service is very very very bad. Plates in our table were piling up and when we were paying, the waitress had all the guts in the world to ask for a TIP!!! The nerves lady. I wouldn't come back here even if it's free. read more

2nd time I come here and the food is always good and quick service. Just a quick concern: maybe the restroom should be cleaned once in a while read more

I love Chinese buffets in general and this one does not disappoint! From soup to dessert there iis something for everyone!! read more

When you come to Central Florida on a budget check out Ichiban buffet there's one north side in Orlando and one southside in Kissimmee check them out. I love their food. I love everything about them. read more

Came here for lunch. Very basic and not enough variety. Nothing really stood out. The fried rice and ice cream were probably the best. Pizza was too hard. Shrimp was a bit too salty. read more

Unbelievably small! Crazy small.. mostly seafood... There was hardly any options. The habatchi guy even burnt the noodles. I wanted to walk right out.. NEVER again. read more

If you're looking for the tradition Chinese buffet for a good price point this is the place. The staff here was kind and checked on us several times during the meal. The food was warm and someone was checking on it multiple times. I would 100% go here again if I was in the area. read more

Food displays was inviting, but not as tasty as it looked. Actually I think the cold crab is what has caused me stomach irritation/ inflammation. read more

Great and delicious food We came from Vegas this place beats any buffet from Vegas! The variety of dishes and quality's is a 5 stars! read more

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For the affordable price, this really hit the spot! It had lots of variety, and the quality was pretty good. The cutlery and plates were nothing fancy at all (and some plates could have been washed better), but besides that, it's worth the price if you're looking for a big meal out for an affordable price. read more

Ichiban is located on 192 in Kissimmee. They offer a wide selection of Chinese food and sushi, maintains cleanliness, provides friendly service, and offers good value for money. The variety of dishes, including sushi, ensures that there's something for everyone. The cleanliness and friendly service contribute positively to the overall dining experience. For those looking for a diverse Chinese buffet option in Kissimmee, this establishment is a promising choice. read more

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Great menu with plenty of options! The sushi is fantastic and fresh! There is plenty to chose from and all delicious!

4 stars on the buffet scale! Nice sized buffet with 1 asian entree table, 1 asian soup and appetizer table, 1 American table, 1 salad table, 1 dessert table, and I know I'm missing something else. Plus a full sushi area with several sides like cucumber salad. And on a Friday for lunch, everything was fresh and rotated quickly. Everything tasted just like it should. Place was clean overall. Bathroom was ok at best. Staff were quick to clear plates. Overall a very solid buffet. read more

That say crab legs but their were none friday dinner. The pork on a stick had 6 of them on pan but they were cold not warm. Also the entire pan of lettuce had a creamy dressing already it. And the lettuce was old read more

Good for price. Restaurant seemed clean and customer service good. Food selection and quality ok. Good options for tourists quick lunch.

Have to admit, haven't been here since post Covid. Use to be clean, good service, very good food for a buffet, best in the area. Now, the place should close. Dirty, rundown, horrible food. They still have a sign advertising a Christmas meal price. Do not go there even if the food is free. read more

Harassed for more tips ! How can you ask for more tips when your table is not cleaned , and when it comes to a check abrupty beeing nice to get more $$ . Bringing your check back to forcing you to write bigger amount of tip.Rude waitress and unpolite also the guy who is in front desk. read more

Made my husband birthday special. Our first time there and they had quite the selection of oysters, fresh oysters, and crab and Chinese and hibachi and had a great bunch of desserts also by the way a great sushi bar. The prices were excellent. read more

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We came here for brunch on Sunday because everyone was hungry, and I'm sure there's something you'll like here they have a little bit of everything. It's your typical buffet not too bad of a price $12.99 Sunday all day. They have sushi and raw bar and a lot of food, of course you have to try everything so your really stuffed by the time you leave there. read more

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While the food being okay because of the typical standard of a buffet. Me & 2 other parties were ready to receive the check then continue on with our day. But then, the lady that was servicing us was aggressively trying to make us tip her. We eventually say no solely based on her attitude. In a heat of rage, she gets angry then tell us to clean up our own dishes and leave. Every waitress here forces the diner to tip. I know this because two days later i went to the same restaurant & it again happened. I highly recommend paying in the front if you're paying with card. Stay safe. - Jodie read more

Ichiban Buffet - Buffets Near Me - Kissimmee, Florida

Great food preprared well. Love the selection from appetizers to entrees. Lots of seafood! lots of sushi. Nice servers work hard here to keep you taken care of. Hibachi grill is not open so -1 star, but a great inexpensive buffet that brings the flavor! read more

The food is fairly good, your standard asian buffet. At the very least, it's good enough to warrant an extra star. Sadly, it's hard to judge how good it really is when the inside of your mouth turns sour thanks to the atrocious service! If you're willing to put up with servers who are neglectful at best or downright rude at worst, go ahead! I certainly won't be coming back here, and I can't recommend others come here even on a dare. Seriously, whoever runs this place needs to have their employees give up their phones and lock them in a box like middle schoolers, because that's how they'll ever be motivated to do the jobs they're paid for! You should not be haranguing customers for tips when you've spent the entire service on your phone and ignoring them!! read more

Decided to pay this place a visit on our last night in Orlando after a full day of shopping for souvenirs. It was perfect for my family of 5. They were decently priced & most of all they had an abundant amount of different selections that fit everyone's taste. My kids loved the ice cream. I loved the salmon sashimi & the stuffed mushrooms. Will definitely come & eat here again once we come back to Orlando! read more

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$13 + Tax for all you can eat and drink (soft drinks) lunch. Can't beat that! Food is what we'd call "Chinese take out" grade in NYC. But ya can't complain! There is seafood... clams, muscles, some sushi. read more

This was by far the BEST Japanese restaurant I have ever been to. Toyota was so entertaining and kept us laughing and engaged during our meal. read more

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Excellent buffet for the price. Went for the dinner buffet where they have almost everything you can wish for. We had oyster, Cajun crawfish boil, sushi, in addition to the usual Chinese takeout selections. The servers are very attentive and clears the plates almost immediately. Make sure to tip well since it's so affordable and an asset to the community. It's a real hidden gem and one of the best value for your dollar. read more

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The selection food is amazing, the price is competitive and the ambiance is also good, perfect place for any gathering

It was one of the best buffet in the area , food was fresh service was excellent I went for lunch but plan to attend dinner tomorrow I do not understand the low score it should be 4 stars based on price snd quality read more

Pictures speak for themselves. I went for lunch today with my buddy. To my horror, an employee had a bug wand that zapped flies, nats, and other airborne insects going over the fruit and desert areas allowing the dead to fall into the food. That ended my appetite and lunch experience rapidly. You could hear the sound of bugs getting zapped, and could visibly see dead dead ones in and around the food. I guess I should have guessed this place to have serious issues when I also noticed only about five other people here eating. read more

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My girlfriend and I were walking down the Kissimmee strip and came across this buffet. It's kind of hard for an Asian food lover to see this place and not check it out. We were seated at a booth and then a waitress got our drink order. I, of course, ordered a Diet Soda. After that, it's self-serve, so we were able to hop right up and get the party started. They had quite a selection of items on different buffet-style tables. To name some of their items, I got the White Rice, Fried Rice, Lo Mein, an Egg Roll, a Spring Roll, General Tso's Chicken, Pepper Chicken, Mongolian Beef, a Chicken Dumpling, Sweet and Sour Chicken, and a big cup of Sweet and Sour Sauce! I pretty much enjoyed everything, except for the Pepper Chicken, Chicken Dumpling, and General Tso's Chicken. It seemed as if everything had great quality for a buffet, except these items. I also tried my girlfriend's Caesar Salad that she concocted and it was pretty dang good! For dessert, I tried the coconut macaroon-type cookies, a round chocolate-dipped pastry, and the lemon cake-type items. They didn't label exactly what they were. The cookies were really good. I didn't care for the chocolate pastry. The lemon cakes were okay. They were really soft. They did also have ice cream available, but I didn't try any of that. The service was prompt and friendly. She got me refills and got us more forks when we needed them. They do use plastic forks here, which I would say is more on the plus side. Overall, this buffet is a good stop if you're vacationing in the area. With so much to do on the Kissimmee strip, I'd try to end your day with this buffet. It's sure to fill your stomach, so plan on heading to the hotel right after for much needed rest. It worked out well for me, so I'll probably come back in the future. read more